The Chatter

I swear, the best thing I did this spring was get an iPod.  I’m totally loving listening to my Disney podcasts every week!  I listen to a few of them & while some have repeat info, it’s fun to get another’s take on it…plus, some of these people are just so funny to listen to…

Anyway, thought I’d share some of my favorite tidbits from those that I listened to this week….

-If there are any Hannah Montana fans out there (or you know someone who is like my niece), there is a website that allows you to sign up for free Hannah Montana wake up calls!  Apparently the theme is “back to school” so not sure if she says “Hey, wake up almost time for school!” or what, but seems pretty fun.

www.hannahmontanacalls.com

-I’m a HUGE magazine slut!  Can I say that about myself in my own blog post?  Well, I am.  I love shiny, glossy pages, I love looking at photos & yeah, sometimes I even read an article or two.  Well, to fuel my magazine AND Disney loves there is a new magazine coming out that is all about Disney parks & resorts!  I cannot wait to get this new publication!  The first issue will be out in September & they are offering a pre-order special where you can save $5.00 of the subscription rate!

www.celebrationspress.com

-Ticket prices increased & the 2009 dining plans were announced.  It’s always good to be in the know about these things when planning your next Disney World trip!  In addition to the two dining plans that were available in 2008, they are adding another counter service only dining plan.  I think it’s a very good idea for those that love the convenience of having your meals prepaid but don’t want to take time out of their park time for a sit down meal.

-Does anyone remember Escape from Witch Mountain the movie from 1975?  I LOVED that movie.  It probably started my dream of having witching powers!  Anyway, it was announced that next year, Disney is releasing another movie with the same title & it’s not going to be a remake, it’s more of another version of it.  It stars Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson & Carla Gugino…but according to imdb, the original star Kim Richards (I remember her voice most) will also make an appearance in the new movie.  (Side tidbit I learned…Kim is Nicky & Paris Hilton’s aunt…who knew?!)

-My favorite rumor of the week is that some rooms at the Caribbean Beach Resort (CBR) are being redone in a Nemo theme or a Pirates theme.  Both of which I think would be very fun if you are Nemo & Pirates fans!  Not sure how many rooms will be done this way, but they did say that rumor had it that you could book these specific themed rooms starting sometime in 2009.  Wonder if they will plan on doing themed rooms at other resorts?  Perhaps a Stitch themed room at the Polynesian?  Or maybe a Beauty & Beast theme at Port Orleans French Quarter??  Hmmm…maybe I should send my resume in to Disney’s Imagineering….

Again, these were just a few of my favorites I thought others might enjoy.  I love being able to hear other people talk about Disney on my iPod! 

Stay Magical!!

-SAHWannaBe-

Jen