Next Disney Limited Time Magic is all about the 'Ears'

The next Limited Time Magic announced at Disneyland and Disney World is more of a limited time sale than an experience.

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The parks are offering miniature MousekeEars featuring pop color or Disney characters like Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck Goofy and Pluto, according to the Disney Parks Blog. The hats, which normally sell for $12.95 each are going to be two for $15 in March while supplies last.

Disney instituted the "Limited Time Magic" program this year in an effort to offer guests unexpected experiences "big and small that appear, then disappear as the next special surprise debuts."

Here's a look a other Limited Time Magic experiences:

• Disney announces special 'Limited Time Magic' weeks for 2013
• Disney Limited Time Magic for Presidents Day
• Dapper Dans Limited Time Magic Week
• Disney World Limited Time Magic in Canada
• Lunar New Year Limited Time Magic 
• New Orleans Bash Limited Time Magic coming to Disneyland
• True Love Week Limited Time Magic
• Golden Horseshoe Revue Limited Time Magic at Disneyland
• Long Lost Friends Limited Time Magic

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Disneyland to hold special 50th anniversary event for Enchanted Tiki Room

Are you an Enchanted Tiki Room fan?

Disney is planning a special 50th anniversary event in Disneyland on June 28-29 at the Disneyland Hotel, according to the Disney Parks Blog.

There will be special themed merchandise for sale, artists signings, a silent auction, a trading area and commemorative gifts.

On June 23, 1963, the attraction debuted at Disneyland as the first Audio-Animatronics show. The 225  animated performers, including toucans, parrots, cockatoos, flowers, Tiki statues and wooden masks are led by four macaws named Jose, Michael, Pierre and Fritz.

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Disneyland to enforce FastPass hour deadline

Disneyland will join Disney World and start enforcing the 60-minute FastPass window, according to the Orange County Register.

Beginning Tuesday, the 13 rides at Disneyland and the California Adventure will be impacted. Earlier this month, the parks put up signs at the rides to remind guests to return during the time window, according to the website.

Disney is doing this because many guests are waiting hours later to return to use them. Disney World started enforcing the hour time limit a year ago.

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Disney names Joffrey's official specialty coffee

For all of those who have complained about coffee at the Disney parks, this may be your answer and we're not talking Starbucks

There's a new coffee in town at the Disney parks: Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Co.

Disney has entered into a long term alliance with the specialty coffee company that makes it the official specialty coffee of Disneyland, Disney World and the Disney Vacation Club properties, according to a news release from Disney.

This is in addition to the Starbucks opening in the parks.

For years there have been complaints on the quality of the coffee in the parks. Nestle is a corporate sponsor, and Nescafe coffee is sold in many places, which to the coffee aficionado is nothing more than water.

Joffrey’s has been operating coffee kiosks in Disney World since 1995 but now they will be expand and even create special blends of coffee just for Disney guests that will be available at additional locations, including quick-service restaurants and in-room coffee service.






“We are thrilled to be creating unique coffee blends exclusively for Disney guests,” Chris de Mezzo, Joffrey’s roastmaster and chief operating officer said in the release.

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Disneyland holding back on special ticket deals to southern California residents

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The California Adventure Park at the Disneyland Resort.

Southern California residents should not expect any 2-for-1 ticket deals at Disneyland this year, according to the Orange County Register.

For nearly a decade visitors have been offered the special deal from January through May, but with record attendance t the parks since June, when Cars Land opened in the California Adventure, that deal is no longer going to be available, Disney tells the newspaper.

"We regularly evaluate our offerings in the local market," said Disneyland Resort spokeswoman Suzi Brown tells the paper, "and make decisions based on our business needs."

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Disney Limited Time Magic for Presidents Day announced

The next Disney Limited Time Magic events have been announced for both Disneyland and Disney World.

The Oz The Great and Powerful Sneak Peek will take place from Feb. 16 to March 31 throughout the day in the Muppet*Vision 3D Theater at Disney California Adventure park in Disneyland.

The Presidents Day holiday brings a weeklong celebration to Disney World, according to the Disney website. The Voices of Liberty, an 8-part a cappella group, will perform at the America Gardens Theatre at Epcot. In addition to the songs there will be memorable quotes from American Presidents like Theodore Roosevelt, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Ronald Reagan and Barack Obama.

In Disneyland, the Voices of Liberty will perform Feb. 18, 19, 22 and 24 at the Main Street Opera House.

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14 things that happened this week in the Disney Universe

Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco, new ambassadors, new music, new clothing and tickets for a Fanniversary are all just part of what was going on in the Disney Universe during the first week of February.

Here's a quick look at what's was going on in Disneyland, Disney World and beyond.

Disneyland

• As part of Black History Month, a dozen gospel choirs from across Southern California will perform at the California Adventure on Feb. 16.
• The Circle D Ranch welcomed two new horses
• Disneyland unveils it's new Ambassador Team.
• The all-new, live stage production, “Mickey and the Magical Map,” debuts this summer.
• An African-American family is suing Disneyland after, the family claims, an actor who portrayed the White Rabbit character from "Alice in Wonderland" refused to hug or touch their children because of their skin color,reports CBS Los Angeles station KCBS-TV.
• The Fantasy Faire opening March 12 will have Maurice’s Treats.

Disney World

• The famous California Grill closed Feb. 1 for a renovation that will last until the end of summer. What's a fine-dining-and-fireworks connoisseur to do until September? We have some suggestions, depending on what you're looking for:
• The day after leading the Baltimore Ravens in a 43-31 victory over the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl XLVII, quarterback Joe Flacco showed up in Disney World for his parade down Main Street, U.S.A. in the Magic Kingdom.

Disney Universe

• Tickets are on sale for D23's special Fanniversary Celebration events all over the country. 
• Disney to make standalone Star Wars movies
• 'Wreck-It Ralph' wins big at the Annie Awards
• Mariah Carey will premiere her new single 'Almost Home' on Feb. 19 as the lead single from Disney's Oz the Great and Powerful soundtrack.
• Disney unveils new line of fashion clothing and toys based on new Oz movie

Topic of The Week

Are Disney princesses good role models?

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Gospel choirs to perform at Disneyland during Black History Month

As part of Black History Month, a dozen gospel choirs from across Southern California will perform at the California Adventure on Feb. 16.

The performances, according to the Disney Parks Blog, will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Stage 17 and Hollywood Land.

The schedule includes:

10:30 a.m.

Cross Word Christian Church – Voices of the Word (Riverside)
Second Baptist Church – New Generation Choir (Santa Ana)
New Spirit Church – Voices of Spirit (Santa Ana)
Brent Jones featuring Orange County Gospel Choir (Aliso Viejo)
Friendship Baptist Church – Inspirational Voices (Yorba Linda)

1:45 p.m.
Greater Zion – Voices of Destiny (Compton)
Amazing Grace Conservatory (Los Angeles)
Christian Community Cathedral Choir (Los Angeles)
First AME Church – Voices of Gospel (Los Angeles)

3:45 p.m.
Spiritual Truth (Yorba Linda)
Xtreme Purpose Choir (Pasadena)
New Creation Church Mass Choir (San Diego)
Friendship Baptist Church – Voices of Joy (Yorba Linda)
Greater Los Angeles Cathedral Choir (Los Angeles)

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What's new this spring-summer at Disneyland and California Adventure

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Disneyland soon will unveil a more fitting setting for an audience with Disney's princesses.  

The new Fantasy Faire will open March 12 near the forecourt of Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland, the company announced yesterday. 

"Fantasy Faire creates an enchanting, immersive environment for guests who treasure magical fairy tales," Disney's release said of the 15,000-square-foot addition to Fantasyland. 

Part of Fantasy Faire is the meet-and-greet area -- the "royal hall." Three princesses will greet guests, according to the Orange County Register, but Disney isn't saying which princesses will be there. 

The Fantasyland expansion includes some of the usual Disney touches: Rapunzel's hair cascades out the window of the Tangled Tower; Geppetto's cat Figaro snoozes on a window sill; "Clopin's Music Box" recalls "The Hunchback of Notre Dame." 

Rapunzel and Belle both take center stage at the new Royal Theater as the tales of "Tangled" and "Beauty and the Beast" are told in 20-minutes shows by a pair of "Vaudeville-style Reinaissance storytellers," according to Disney's release. 

And coming this summer ...

There's more in store this summer at Disneyland and California Adventure:

• "Mickey and the Magical Map": a new live show at the Fantasyland theater stars Mickey Mouse as the sorcerer's apprentice. The show includes many more Disney characters, including Pocahontas, Mulan, King Louie from "The Jungle Book" and Tiana from "The Princess and the Frog." No opening date yet. 
• Sofia the First and Doc McStuffins join "Disney Junior -- Live on Stage!": Over at California Adventure, new characters join the Disney Junior show for preschoolers starting March 22. 

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True Love Week is coming to Disney World and Disneyland as part of Limited Time Magic

Disney World and Disneyland will be full of true love Feb. 11-17 as each resort celebrates Limited Time Magic with True Love Week.

The week-long event celebrates the love of friends and family, and invites couples to rekindle the flame, according to Disney news releases.

Each resort will feature limited- time Valentine’s merchandise and special entertainment, to romantic dinners for two and new themed photo location.

What's planned at Disney World

Romantic Setting: Banners proclaiming True Love, heart-shaped signage and sweetheart-themed décor will adorn the Magic Kingdom.

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Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, the two love birds at Disney World.

Blushing Castle: At dusk, hues of pink, red, lavender and blue bathe Cinderella Castle with themed lighting synced to a musical melodies adding to the ambiance.

Dinners for Two: Candlelit dinners for two with prix fixe menus at select restaurants during the most romantic week of the year. Specially-created menus at Artist Point (Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort); The Wave…of American Flavors (Disney’s Contemporary Resort); Hollywood Brown Derby (Disney’s Hollywood Studios); Yachtsman Steakhouse (Disney’s Yacht Club Resort) make an ideal setting for a romantic evening. To book visit Disneyworld.com or call 407/WDW-DINE.

Valentine’s-themed Takeaways: Limited-edition pins, plushes, newly-designed apparel and Vinylmations available at select merchandise locations.

Royal Gathering: The rare opportunity to get a photo with Disney Princes as they escort their Princesses to enchanting character greeting locations. In Town Square Theater you may find Mickey and Minnie, Aurora with Phillip or Rapunzel and Flynn. Mary Poppins joins Bert in Fantasyland, while Prince Naveen and Princess Tiana meet guests in the Enchanted Glade in Liberty Square.

Romantic Photo Locations in Magic Kingdom: New Fantasyland will have Cinderella’s Glass Coach situated by the new Castle wall. Hearts and flower will be placed around Cinderella’s Wishing Well. The Rose Garden in Central Plaza is all decked out with enchanting decor.

What's planned at Disneyland 

Romantic Setting: Heart-shaped signage and sweetheart-themed décor will adorn Disneyland Park.

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Donald Duck and Daisy Duck in this publicity photo
in Disneyland.

Blushing Castle: At dusk, hues of red and pink will bathe Sleeping Beauty Castle, with projections of flowers and hearts.

Floral Heart: A giant floral heart makes a sweet setting for a Valentine photo, in Town Square, Main Street, U.S.A. in Disneyland.

Valentine Wishes: Flowers, garlands and decorative doves will be planed around Snow White Wishing Well near Sleeping Beauty Castle. At night, magical lighting adds a romantic touch to the wishing well and Snow White Grotto.

Disneyland Sweethearts: Also near Town Square, guests will find a photo location with resident Disneyland sweethearts – Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Daisy Duck.

Dinners for Two: Romantic dinners for two with prix fixe menus will be offered at select restaurants during the most romantic week of the year. Specially-created menus at Blue Bayou and Café Orleans in Disneyland, Carthay Circle Restaurant in Disney California Adventure Park, Steakhouse 55 at the Disneyland Hotel or Napa Rose in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel make ideal choices for a romantic evening. To book call 714-781-DINE (714-781-3463).

Cupcake Lovers: Chefs have prepared a specially themed Valentine’s dessert: a chocolate cupcake with raspberry mousse filling and dark chocolate mousse frosting. It will be available at Jolly Holiday Bakery Café in Disneyland, Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Café and Pacific Wharf Café in Disney California Adventure, and Disneyland Hotel Coffee House.

Valentine’s-themed Takeaways: Limited-edition pins, plush, newly-designed apparel and Vinylmations will be available at select merchandise locations.

Ears for your Sweetheart: The classic Disneyland ear hat gets a total glitz makeover just in time for the most romantic time of the year. It will dazzle your Valentine and become the most sophisticated pair of ears in your collection.

Royal Romance: Guests will enjoy a rare opportunity to get photos of Disney Princes as they escort their Princesses along The Royal Walk in Fantasyland. In New Orleans Square, guests will find another pair of sweethearts, Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen.

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Disneyland photographing guests to cut back on rented out tickets

Disneyland and the California Adventure are trying to crack down on people renting discounted tickets by taking their photo.

The parks are focusing on visitors using multi-day passes and putting them in their computers. That way, Disney employers can make sure people don't violate company policy, according to the Orange County Register.

Both children and adults are photographed. The photos are erased when the tickets expire.

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Lunar New Year is next Limited Time Magic at Disneyland

The next Limited Time Magic at Disneyland is the Lunar New Year celebration.

Mishu in a Disney publicity photo.

From Feb 8 to 11 the Happy Lunar New Year will take place at California Adventure, according to the Disney Parks Blog.

During the four-day celebration in the Pacific Wharf area there will be cultural experiences, food offerings, merchandise, and performances from dancers, musicians, and martial artists from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

In addition, characters such as Mulan, Mushu, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse are expected to show up.

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New Orleans Bash Limited Time Magic coming to Disneyland

The next "Limited TIme Magic" celebration at Disneyland has been announced and it's going to take place at New Orleans Square with special character meetings, a Jazz band and Princess Tiana.

This next round of events will take place over four weekends, according to the Disney Parks Blog: Jan. 18-21, Jan. 25-27, Feb. 1-3 and Feb. 8 -12.

Princess Tiana at Disneyland
in a Disney publicity photo.

The events planned include:

• Princess Tiana, Louis and Prince Naveen making their way through New Orleans Square to the Rivers of America with music from “The Princess and the Frog.”
• The Jambalaya Jazz Band performances
• Throughout the day, a Mardi Gras procession will burst onto the streets of New Orleans Square. In traditional “second line” style, an umbrella dancer leads the mash-up of colorful performers and musicians.
• Princess Tiana will greets guests along with Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and Goofy in their Mardi Gras finest.

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Golden Horseshoe Revue debuts today (Jan. 10) at Disneyland

Limited Time Magic at Disneyland debuts today with the return of the classic “Golden Horseshoe Revue.”

"A Salute to the Golden Horseshoe Revue” will play for four weeks, with shows every Thursday through Monday from Jan. 10 to Feb. 4.

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A view inside the Golden Horseshoe Revue

The revue pays homage to the musical variety shows of the past. Hosted by Miss Lily and her Saloon Girls, the show brings together favorite song and dance numbers such as “Hello, Everybody,” “A Good Man Is Hard to Find,” “Belly up to the Bar” and “Can-Can.”

The version which took place at the Walt Disney World Resort years ago was always fun to catch and enjoyable.

Guests may reserve a seat at the show by requesting a reservation at the Golden Horseshoe entrance on the date of the selected performance. Tickets will be issued based on availability.

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Disney releases concept art for new show in Disneyland

Disneyland has released concept art for the upcoming show being introduced at the Fantasyland Theatre in Disneyland this summer.

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Conceptual renderings by Disney on new show
at Disneyland.

The new show, called “Mickey and the Magical Map” has Mickey Mouse falling into a special map created by the sorcerer Yen Sid and finds himself going to places he never thought, according to the Disney Parks Blog, which has multiple photos.

The show is the second new item taking place at Dinseyland. Work is being done on the Fantasy Faire near Sleeping Beauty Castle, where guests will be able to meet and greet with Disney royalty. That is scheduled open this Spring.

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Disney to giveaway a vacation each day in January

Disney is giving away one vacation a per day during the month of January to either Disneyland or Walt Disney World.

The vacations are part of the Disney Time promotion sweepstakes just announced on Dick Clark's  New Year's Rockin' Eve. You can get the information from the Disney Time Sweepstakes website.

According to the website you can choose one of five vacations:

Character Cuddles and Happy Happenings

If you believe in the magic of Disney, this is the vacation for you! You’ll be greeted with a welcoming in-room décor package, enjoy up-close cuddly encounters at a Disney Character dining experience and get special VIP viewing at a Disney Theme Park parade or show. This is a magical 5-day/4-night vacation for 4 that includes air transportation, hotel accommodations, Theme Park tickets, Disney’s PhotoPass® Service, $500 Disney Gift Card, a welcome basket, with extra special magical surprises and delights.

New Discoveries and Magic Makeovers
Get ready to be immersed in Disney magic from being a character to conquering evil villains! This vacation includes two Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Princess makeovers or two Pirates League experiences*, or one of each. Disney’s Family Magic Tour, a fun guided interactive quest to save the Magic Kingdom® Theme Park from a dastardly Disney Villain scheme, is also included. Plus you’ll share extra hugs and giggles at a Character Dining experience. This is a magical 5-day/4-night vacation for 4 that includes air transportation, hotel accommodations, Theme Park tickets, Disney’s PhotoPass® Service, $500 Disney Gift Card, a welcome basket, along with special surprises and delights for big and little believers who wish be part of the magic.

Wild Fun and Amazement
If you like your entertainment big, wild and colorful, this vacation is for you! At Walt Disney World® Resort, this vacation has you diving into some cool water park thrills, taking a Wild Africa Trek through the Pangani Forest for some close creature encounters at Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Park and enjoying amazing dinner extravaganzas like Fantasmic! Dining at Walt Disney World® Resort. At Disneyland® Resort, it’s special World of Color dining and viewing*, a one-day Adventures By Disney® Lights! Camera! Magic! Tour of Hollywood and Fantasmic! V.I.P. seating with desserts included. This vacation is action packed with eye-popping shows and entertainment! It’s a delightful 5-day/4-night vacation for 4 that includes air transportation, hotel accommodations, Theme Park tickets, Disney’s PhotoPass® Service, $500 Disney Gift Card, a welcome basket, along with special adventures you’ll never forget!

Big Thrills Beyond the Theme Parks
Looking for fun and adventure beyond the Disney Theme Parks? This is your kind of vacation! At Walt Disney World® Resort, dive into some Water Parks thrills, enjoy a shopping spree, and choose from a world of recreational options from kayaking to miniature golf. At Disneyland® Resort, enjoy an Adventures By Disney® Lights! Camera! Magic! experience, plus a shopping spree and a special World of Color Dining and viewing* experience. It’s an all-out fun 5-day/4-night vacation for 4 that includes air transportation, hotel accommodations, Theme Park tickets, Disney’s PhotoPass® Service, $500 Disney Gift Card, a welcome basket, along with special thrills and options that are sure to keep you smiling.

Grownup Fun and Romance
Who says a Disney Parks vacation is just for kids? There’s nothing more magical that adult time in and around the Disney Parks, with unlimited kidlike playtime too if you wish. At Walt Disney World® Resort, enjoy some Water Park thrills, a fine dining experience for four, plus a round of golf or spa treatment. You have great choices. At Disneyland® Resort, take in some fine dining and a night on the town at Downtown Disney. The entertainment is plentiful, and you’ll get to do it up right! This vacation is a fun-filled 5-day/4-night vacation for 4 that includes air transportation, hotel accommodations, Theme Park tickets, Disney’s PhotoPass® Service, $500 Disney Gift Card, a welcome basket and special surprises and delights for grownups without kids.

 

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Couple visits Disneyland everyday in 2012

Today ended a streak for Tonya Mickesh and Jeff Reitz.

Today was the 366th day in a row the couple has visited Disneyland. That's right. Non-stop. Every day during the past year they came through the turnstiles and became nationally known as the “everyday Disneyland couple," according to the Orange County Register.

When the couple entered Disneyland this morning, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs was waiting to greet them at Sleeping Beauty Castle and made them honorary citizens of Disneyland. And, gave them a one-night stay in 2013 in the Disneyland Dream Suite, according to the Disney Parks Blog.

“Jeff and Tonya have an affinity for Disney Parks that is shared by many of our guests, and I wanted to take the opportunity to congratulate them on reaching this milestone,” Staggs said.

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Disneyland is on list of top 10 Instagram places

The list of the Top 10 Instagrammed places in the world in 2012 includes Disneyland, according to the company.

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Toontown in Disneyland.

While Instagram has lost about a fourth of its users over the flap of its pivacy policy, it still touts over 100,000 photos taken around the world - and Disneyland Park is number three.

The most popular - Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport. I guess there are a lot of people who go through that airport.

Here is the complete list.

1. Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, Thailand
2. Siam Paragon  shopping mall in Bangkok, Thailand
3. Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California
4. Times Square in New York City
5. AT&T Park in San Francisco
6. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
7. Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles
8. Eiffel Tower in Paris
9. Staples Center in Los Angeles
10. Santa Monica Pier in Los Angeles

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Disney to sell limited-release Mickey Ear Hats in 2013

It will be a Happy New Ear Disney Walt Disney World and Disneyland.

Starting in January limited-release Disney Ear Hats will be available each month as part of the Disney Parks' Limited Time Magic, according to a Disney news release.

Each week during 2013 at the parks Disney will offer a special experience. And each month the special has will be available, starting off with a week-long “Bling in the New Year” dance party to celebrate the start of 2013. Including live entertainment on Rockettower Plaza Stage in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom, the dance party will feature Disney characters dressed in their New Year’s best starting Dec. 30 through Jan. 5.

Here are some more of the Limited Time Magic Weeks coming to Disney:

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True Love: Celebrate romance and enchantment throughout Valentine’s Week with special moments and entertainment geared to lovebirds. Guests can celebrate their Valentine as Magic Kingdom and Disneyland turn up the romance, complete with their iconic castles bathed in hues of red and pink. Disney Princes join their Princesses to meet park guests in special settings, prix fixe menus turn up at select restaurants and Valentine collectibles will be offered for the week.

Independence Week: It’s red, white and blue as Disney Parks salutes America with a 4th of July Fireworks Party — for an entire week, with patriotic lighting bathing the Disney castles on both coasts. Mickey Mouse appears in his patriotic finest and guests will find special USA shirts, Ear Hats and other limited-edition souvenirs.

During “Long Lost Friends Week,” lesser-known Disney characters will move from the shadows to the spotlight with meet-and-greets on both coasts. Photo opps with characters that could include Flik, Clarabelle Cow, Remy, Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum will surprise and delight guests. And Disney guests will even have the chance to vote online for which characters they want to see.
Pirate Week: Why talk like a pirate one day when you could celebrate these scalawags all week long? The adventures of Jack Sparrow come to life like never before during a bicoastal buccaneer bash in which Disneyland and Walt Disney World become pirate-palooza: pirate bands, pirate meet-and-greets and more.

Dapper Dans Sing Boy Bands: Dapper Dans, the iconic quartet from Main Street, U.S.A., will add a special finale to their show, claiming the title of the “Original Boy Band” and delivering a medley of hits from One Direction, *NSYNC and the Backstreet Boys.

Unleash the Villains: A Friday the 13th in 2013 is a special day, so Disneyland and Disney Hollywood Studios are staying open until the 13th Hour (1 a.m.). Maleficent, Capt. Hook, Jafar and other Disney villains host a dance party, complete with limited-edition collectibles and nighttime mischief on Sept. 13.

Golden Horseshoe Revue: A tribute to the fabled Frontierland show comes to Disneyland for one month only, bringing back some of fun-filled humor, songs and dance numbers often enjoyed by Walt Disney himself.

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Kodak picture spots leaving Disneyland and Disney World

The famed Kodak Picture Spots will be no more in U.S. Disney parks.

The Eastman Kodak company which has been the official film and camera partner for over five decades is ending its relationship with Disney on Dec. 31, according to the Orange County Register.

This means that all picture spot signs will be coming down around the parks, as well as the Kodak name from all the camera centers and kiosks in Disneyland and Disney World. In addition, its sponsorship for Mickey's PhilharMagic at the Magic Kingdom and MuppetVision 3D at Disney's Hollywood Studios in Disney World will be removed.

This change is part of Kodak's attempt to come out of bankruptcy by early 2013.

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A Kodak Picture Spot of the Cinderella Castle

The Kodak Picture Spot pointed you in the perfect direction for that magical Kodak moment, whether it helped you get the perfect shot for the Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland or Cinderella Castle in Disney World.

"Disney and Kodak have enjoyed a mutually beneficial relationship for many years and Kodak thanks Disney for its outstanding partnership," Audrey Jonckheer, a Kodak spokeswoman, said in a statement to the newspaper.

Over the years Kodak also sponsored numerous attractions at the parks. Including these, from the Disney Wiki:

• Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World: Magic Journeys (1987-1993)
• Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World: Honey, I Shrunk the Kids: Movie Set Adventure (1990-present); MuppetVision 3D (1991- present)
• Epcot in Walt Disney World: ImageWorks (1982-1998); ImageWorks: The What-If Labs (1999-2010); Magic Journeys (1982-1986); Journey Into Imagination (1983-1998); Honey, I Shrunk the Audience (1994-2010); Journey Into Your Imagination (1999-2001); Journey Into Imagination With Figment (2002-2010)
• Disneyland: Magic Journeys (1984-1986); Honey, I Shrunk the Audience (1998-2010)
• California Adventure: MuppetVision 3D (2001-present)

Kodak was one of three original partners with Disney. The remaining companies are Coca-Cola and Carnation, now Nestlé, according to the website.

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