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As we enter a new week of television programming, Good Morning America has announced their guests for January 1st-6th. The show will welcome authors, musicians, and other guests who will discuss their current and upcoming projects. What’s Happening: Every day millions of Americans tune in to ABC’s long running morning news show Good Morning America or GMA for […]
GMA3: What You Need to Know has announced their guest list for the week of January 1st-5th. Among those joining for a virtual or in-person visit are chefs, doctors, public figures and more who will discuss current projects, and some of the popular topics facing our nation. What’s Happening: Every afternoon, ABC’s news program, GMA3: What […]
New Disney’s Riviera Resort merchandise includes Tommy Bahama apparel and a Corkcicle bottle. These items are available at La Boutique.
Corkcicle – $44.99
This bottle is 25 oz / 750 mL.
It’s white with a silvertone cap.
The “RR” Riviera Resort logo and wordmark are on one side in a faded blue.
The cap unscrews.
The Corkcicle logo is in beige on the other side of the bottle.
Sweater – $120
This cream-colored sweater has “Disney Vacation Club Member” embroidered on the left breast in dark gray thread.
It has exposed seams and stitching.
“Disney’s Riviera Resort” is printed on the back.
T-Shirt – $75
This heather pink shirt has a boat neckline.
The Disney Vacation Club Member and Riviera Resort wordmarks are on the front, along with the DVC Mickey globe logo, colorful fireworks, and two Disney Skyliner gondolas.
Ball Cap – $29.99
This dark blue ball cap has a navy blue patch on the front. The resort logo and wordmark are printed on the patch in silver.
Hoodie – $130
The hoodie has exposed white stitching against light heather blue fabric. The hood has a white drawstring.
“Disney Vacation Club Member” is embroidered in dark blue on the left breast.
A pineapple is on the zipper pull.
The same Tommy Bahama pineapple is in coral pink near the hem.
“Disney’s Riviera Resort” is printed on the back.
Riviera Resort Tommy Bahama Dress – $150
This Tommy Bahama IslandZone dress is sleeveless with a zip-up cadet collar.
The resort logo and wordmark are in silver on the left breast.
It has side pockets.
Riviera Resort Tommy Bahama Button-Up Shirt – $150
TikTok has become hugely popular in recent years, with people creating fun 15 to 60 second videos set to music. Disneyland is a prime location for making engaging TikTok content. Guests are allowed to film TikTok videos throughout the Disneyland parks and resorts. When deciding where to film your Disneyland TikTok videos, it’s best to choose locations that are less crowded so you don’t disrupt other guests or block walkways.
Quietest Places to Film
Main Street Cinema – This small theater rarely has crowds, making it perfect for filming dances or challenges. The vintage cinema seats also make a fun backdrop.
Court des Anges – The secluded courtyard in New Orleans Square offers shade trees, benches, and little foot traffic – ideal for recording solo or with a friend.
Hungry Bear Restaurant Outdoor Seating – Overlooking the Rivers of America, this area is consistently quiet and peaceful, with beautiful natural views.
Grand Californian Hotel Lobby – The grand, spacious lobby filled with plush couches allows ample room for filming. You can even order refreshments.
Other solid options are the Animation Courtyard at California Adventure or Redwood Creek Challenge Trail in Grizzly Peak.
Most Scenic Places
Pixar Pier at California Adventure – Offers colorful, vibrant views of the Incredicoaster, Toy Story Midway Mania, and other rides set against scenic Paradise Bay and the Pacific Ocean.
Grizzly Peak at California Adventure – Provides beautiful natural backdrops of forests, rivers, and mountains surrounding Grizzly River Run and the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail.
Rivers of America at Disneyland – Scenic waterway with options like the Mark Twain Riverboat, Columbia Sailing Ship, canoes, and wooded trails along the riverbanks.
Main Street USA at Disneyland – Charming, old-fashioned small town views of the entrance promenade lined with shops and attractions.
New Orleans Square at Disneyland – Picturesque themed land evoking vintage New Orleans French Quarter architecture and Mardi Gras colors.
Other scenic spots cited include Cars Land at dusk, Paradise Gardens Park at night, Sleeping Beauty Castle walkthrough, and Mickey’s Toontown facade. Areas with beautiful lighting, iconography related to rides, or water views tend to be popular backdrops.
Best Rides to Film On
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance – An immersive 15+ minute experience with impressive special effects, animatronics, and set design that makes for dramatic video footage.
Radiator Springs Racers – Offers scenic views of Cars Land and an exciting, fast-paced race component ideal for action videos.
Incredicoaster – This rollercoaster provides opportunities for fun reaction videos, with fast speeds and loops.
Pixar Pal-A-Around – Allows capturing an incredible view of the entire Park.
Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission Breakout – Video can showcase the randomized ride experiences and music, particularly the intense drops.
Other top options include classics like Space Mountain, Indiana Jones, and Big Thunder Mountain. Rides with strong theming, speed, or iconic Disney features tend to make the most engaging video subjects.
Tips for Making Food TikTok Videos
Keep it simple – Focus on one food item at a time. Simplicity helps videos be easily consumable and go viral.
Make it fun and engaging – Incorporate humor, interesting edits, music, and movement to capture attention. Over 83% of TikTokers have created their own videos, so inspire them.
Use top-down camera angles – Show every angle of the food. This optimized mobile viewing angle provides information quickly.
Highlight food details – Use good lighting and show all toppings and side items.
Tap into trends and seasonality – Connect content to popular food crazes and seasonal events that spark interest and searches.
Collaborate with creators – Partner with influencers to expand reach and authenticity. Combine organic content with paid partnerships.
Encourage easy participation – Inspire viewers to come and get their own.
Post consistently – Regularly upload new videos to build an audience and get more views. Short form content requires constant stimulation.
When filming your TikToks, be sure to avoid blocking walkways or intruding on other guests’ experiences. Additionally, never try to defeat safety measures on rides just for more dramatic footage, as Disney has warned this causes unsafe conditions. With so many fun backdrops across the Disneyland Resort, it’s a prime place for making engaging TikTok content – just be sure to do it safely and courteously!
New props have been added to the first room of the Holiday Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida hinting at the theme of next year’s Mardi Gras Tribute Store.
Mardi Gras Tribute Store Hint
There’s a decrepit rusted box on the counter of the first room, with plants around it and several brochures below it.
The box is decorated with stickers. On the top, a sticker mentions P.S. Songbird.
Another sticker is for the “Anna Marie Hotel” in New Orleans.
The third sticker references Yeti: Campground Kills, a house at Halloween Horror Nights this past year. The Yeti’s silhouette is just barely visible above.
The sticker mentions Shadow Creek State Park, which was the house’s setting.
The brochures on the table reference P.S. Songbird again. It’s apparently a New Orleans riverboat sailing down the Mississippi River.
The brochure advertises “Tribute River Cruises,” a two-month “party that never ends with only the best food and drink money can buy!”
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Disney Springs will celebrate Wellness Month presented by AdventHealth throughout January 2024 with fitness events, a relaxation station, and self-care offerings.
Shopping
Disney Springs highlights these shops with exclusive offers during Wellness Month.
Basin: Treat yourself to a therapy, muscle-soother, or sleep bath bomb.
Edward Beiner Purveyor of Fine Eyewear: Receive free prescription lenses with the purchase of a frame. Exclusions apply.
Jo Malone London: Get a 3-piece set of candles when you purchase $200 or more. Exclusions apply.
L’Occitane en Provence: Pamper yourself with a facial and receive a complimentary Pro Micro Skin Analysis.
Sephora: Enjoy a surprise gift with any skin care service.
Dining
Disney Springs recommends these restaurants and menu items for Wellness Month:
City Works Eatery & Pour House: Taste delicious mocktails designed to make your tastebuds sing—including the Mellow Mule, Peaceful Paloma, Strawberry Soothe and more
Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’: Delight in the Chargrilled Chicken – sliced avocado, seasonal vegetables, broccoli, bacon and salad
Frontera Cocina: Order The Half & Half – half guacamole, half toasted pumpkin seed hummus, served jicama, cucumber, tortilla chips, chipotle salsa and tomatillo salsa (contains seeds)
Everglazed Donuts & Cold Brew: Indulge with Vegan donuts like the Everglazed Purple Glazed Ube Donut
Splitsville Dining Room: Satisfy your hunger with the Ahi Tuna Salad ¬– sushi grade tuna and avocado over mixed greens tossed in Asian pear dressing with yellow peppers, heirloom grape tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers with tataki sauce on the side
Terralina Crafted Italian: Enjoy a revitalizing Strawberry Basil Refresher
YeSake Kiosk: Discover the many flavors of the Tofu Power Bowl – organic tofu, avocado, spinach, carrot, cabbage, cucumber, tempura crunch and wasabi ponzu
Fitness Fridays
Fitness Fridays will take place at the Marketplace Stalls in Town Center every Friday in January. Here is the calendar of events:
HIIT Class January 5, 2024
Yoga at Lululemon January 12, 2024
Yoga at Fabletics January 19, 2024
Burn Boot Camp presented by Lululemon January 26, 2024
From January 28 to February 3, MAC Cosmetics will offer a complimentary makeup service. Here is the calendar:
Sunday – The Essentials: Create an easy everyday routine. During this service, MAC Makeup Artists will focus on 3 key areas—foundation, eyes and lips—and tailor a custom regimen just for you.
Monday – Your Perfect Foundation Match: Find the ideal foundation that meets your unique skin goals. Discover dewy and matte-finish options to show off flawless skin.
Tuesday – Love Your Lips: Mouth off with vibrant shades and power hues that are right for you. Consider glosses, liners and balms to find your forever favorite.
Wednesday – Wow Brow: Sculpt, shape and highlight your beautiful brows for every kind of look—from editorial to natural—with MAC Cosmetic signature tools, like the eyebrow styler.
Thursday – Eye Inspiration: Fall in love with eye looks that take your makeup to new heights. Mix and match M·A·CStack with our iconic shadows in creamy, powder, liquid, metallic or glitter textures.
Friday – Lash and Line: Line, define and lash out with mascaras, false lashes and pigmented liners. MAC Makeup Artists will help you create a custom look—from cat eye to smokey eye.
Saturday – Skin Artistry: Pamper yourself and discover how new high-performance skincare products can transform your skin into a petal-soft, makeup ready canvas.
While supplies last, MAC shoppers can also receive a complimentary 10-day foundation sample and Hyper Real Skin Care with any purchase.
Drawn to Life performers and production team members will demonstrate stretches and yoga poses during this complimentary event. Strength and Conditioning Coach David Rimmer will also demonstrate a series of body weight exercises you can do at home.
This event will be on Saturday, January 20, at 2:00 p.m. in Waterview Park. Visit the Disney Springs Instagram page to reserve your spot.
Relaxation Station
The Relaxation Station presented by AdventHealth is “a tranquil outdoor space offering shade, seating and a place to enjoy the peace and quiet.” It’s available all day behind The Art Corner by Artistic Talent Group.
Major progress has been made on the new building being constructed at the former Tri-Circle-D Ranch site at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground.
The structure, expected to be a Cast Member building, has seen a number of new updates as of late, including window installation, soffits and fascias added to the roof framing, and a coat of brown paint.
Widows are officially installing in the building that began construction in August of 2023. The signature brown paint used on the new building allows it to blend in with all of the other existing structures in the area.
While much of the building is covered with green foliage scrim, we were able to get a view of the added soffits and fascia that help to give the building a cabin-like look.
Once completed, the building will be located right next to Pioneer Hall and Trail’s End Restaurant.
For reference, the above photo is what the building looked like on our last visit, in October of 2023.
Check out all the details about when this iconic attraction will be unavailable to Disney guests due to an upcoming refurbishment. Then, you may want to adjust your plans if you have your heart set on riding it. Iconic Attraction Children of all ages enjoy the festive dolls singing and scenes from around the world […]
