Sunday, 27 November 2022

434 Bibbidi Bobbidi Bob

Welcome to this week's Disney Dream Girls Podcast - show number 434 for Sunday 27th November 2022. 

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On the 27th November 1937 the very final cells were painted on Disney's very fist feature length animated film - Snow White. This was a massive undertaking with 32 animators, 102 assistants, 167 people that filled in bits of action, 20 layout artists, 25 staff focussing on water colours for the background, 65 effects animators and 158 ink and paint artists. 

Moving on to 2013, and Frozen was released. Also, Walt Disney World Resorts were all entry via touch point technology - the first being Typhoon Lagoon. 

Bob Chapek stands down and the CEO role is filled by Bob Iger for the next two years. 

21st November, Genie + hit a staggering cost of $29 pp - with Rise of the Resistance costing $25 for its lightening lane. 

Buffet Restaurants - Which Theme Would We Opt For?

1900 Park Fare (closed) 81.3% rating on Touring Plans

Akershaus Royal Banquet Hall 74.1% rating on Touring Plans

Biergarten 89.2% rating on Touring Plans

Boma 95.9% rating on Touring Plans

Cape May 82.7% rating on Touring Plans

Chef Mickey's 83% rating on Touring Plans

Crystal Palace 79.6% rating on Touring Plans

Garden Grill 89.5%  rating on Touring Plans

Hollywood and Vine 76.9% rating on Touring Plans

'Ohana 86.2% rating on Touring Plans

Topolinos Terrace 94.1%

Tusker House 88.3% rating on Touring Plans

Which buffet would be your top pick?

Interesting to note, whilst researching the above, the lowest rated place to get foods are Walt Disney World are:

  • Tomorrowland Turkey Leg 50%
  • Golden Oak Outpost Ice-Cream Cart 52.9%
  • Paradiso 37, Taste of the Americas 55.2%

Where as the highest rated are:

  • Pineapple Linai 98.8%
  • Baseline Tap House 97.9%
  • Nomad Lounge 97.3%

Also, I was stunned to see Connections Eatery only at 85.4% 

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Monday, 21 November 2022

433 The Disney Dream Girls

Welcome to this week's Disney Dream Girls Podcast - show number 433 for Sunday 20th November 2022. 

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On This Day In Disney History

Goldie Jeanne Hawn was born on 21st November 1945. Winner of an Oscar for Best Supporting Role in 1969 for role in the film Cactus Flower. She also received a nomination for her role in the 1980's filme - Private Benjamin - Best Actress in a leading role. 

What is your favourite role that this actress has played and why?

Moving to 1963, Walt and a team of executives land at Herndon Airport (now Orlando Executive Airport) to search for the ideal location for the 'East Coast Disneyland'.

On 24th November 1995, The Disney MGM Studios Spectacle of Lights Featuring Osborne Family Holiday Lights debuted. Sadly, the lights were packed away and so far never to be re-lit since 6th January 2016.

More information - visit https://www.yesterland.com/osborne.html

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Saturday, 12 November 2022

432 The Disney Dream GIrls

Welcome to this week's Disney Dream Girls Podcast - show number 432 for Sunday 13th November 2022. 

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On this weeks show Michelle and Jayne delve into the Disney news and have a bit of a chat.

The festive season is almost upon us but for the Disney parks it has already arrived and there are lots, and lots, of holiday foodie offerings to be had.

Over at Disneyland all things gingerbread has taken over from amazing sculptures to yummy treats. From creations inside the Haunted Mansion to...

Photo credit Disney Parks Blog
...the cutest creation over at the Grand Californian Hotel!!
Photo credit Disney Parks Blog

And don't forget there are plenty of indulgent treats to be had across the parks and hotels.

And of course Walt Disney World is not left out as we see the return of the astounding gingerbread carousel over at the Beach Club resort, along with lots more.

Photo credit Disney Parks Blog

More gingerbread information can be found on the Disney Parks blog.

You can also check out the Disney Parks blog for the full run down of seasonal treats at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Although we recommend having something to eat first as it will make you rather hungry!

In ShopDisney news we are pleased to report that the UK site have extended its range of clothing sizes to accommodate all body shapes. And for our US listeners if you sign up for a Disney Visa card you will receive $100 credit after your first purchase which would be very handy for buying those Christmas gifts!!

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