“We Are Here to Sell You Stuff”

WDWNT on February 22, 2010

From the Art of Disney website:

Captain EO Merchandise – Available beginning February 23rd!

Disney enthusiasts will be excited to find special Captain EO inspired merchandise created in celebration of the re-opening of the attraction. Merchandise will include, ladies and men’s tees, fleece, military and beanie style hats, posters and souvenir items. In early March, be on the lookout for a specially created Captain EO embroidered nylon jacket. See merchandise and prices listed below.

Captain EO Logo Ladies Tee – $26.95

Captain EO Logo Men’s Tee – $24.95

Captain EO Poster Men’s Tee- $ 26.95

Captain EO Logo Crew Fleece – $42.95

Captain EO Logo Military Cap – $24.95

Captain EO Logo Beanie Hat – $24.95

Poster – $7.95

Captain EO Logo Button – $3.95

Captain EO Embroidered Nylon Jacket – Coming in early to mid-March!

Merchandise will be available at the following Disneyland® park locations and other select locations:

Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A.

Star Trader in Tomorrowland

Tomorrowlanding in Tomorrowland

Merchandise items may vary. Available while supplies last. Separate admission is required to enter Disneyland® park. Please note, the merchandise listed above is available for purchase at Disneyland® park only and will not be available to purchase via Disneyland Merchandise Guest Services. Information subject to change without notice.

This IS the Droid Your Looking For…

WDWNT on January 20, 2010

From the official Star Wars website:

This spring, visitors to Disney Parks in Florida and California will be able to pick up an exclusive new Hasbro astromech R2 unit, decked out in classic Mickey Mouse colors and ears! The new astromech, R2-MK, recently made a quick stop at Skywalker Ranch before heading to Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California, and posed for this snap!

Here’s the announcement from Disney:

“The creative “Forces” at Disney and Lucasfilm are proud to announce an all-new character coming to the Disney Parks in April 2010. Every Jedi needs his own astromech droid, and Jedi Mickey is no exception. This spring we will be introducing Jedi Mickey’s own droid, R2-MK.

“This new character is exclusive to the Disney Parks, and he will be available at both Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California. It will come packed as a Hasbro action figure 2-pack along with Jedi Mickey and will retail for $18.95.”

This IS the Droid You’re Looking For…

WDWNT on January 20, 2010

From the official Star Wars website:

This spring, visitors to Disney Parks in Florida and California will be able to pick up an exclusive new Hasbro astromech R2 unit, decked out in classic Mickey Mouse colors and ears! The new astromech, R2-MK, recently made a quick stop at Skywalker Ranch before heading to Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California, and posed for this snap!

Here’s the announcement from Disney:

“The creative “Forces” at Disney and Lucasfilm are proud to announce an all-new character coming to the Disney Parks in April 2010. Every Jedi needs his own astromech droid, and Jedi Mickey is no exception. This spring we will be introducing Jedi Mickey’s own droid, R2-MK.

“This new character is exclusive to the Disney Parks, and he will be available at both Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California. It will come packed as a Hasbro action figure 2-pack along with Jedi Mickey and will retail for $18.95.”

A Holiday Gift for Annual Passholders

WDWNT on December 1, 2009

In what has to be considered a shocking turn of events, WDW is offering all Annual Passholders 10% off their purchases at most Walt Disney World Resort stores now through January 3, 2010. This is the first time the discount has ever gone beyond just the World of Disney store at Downtown Disney. There are a few restrictions to the offer, but passholders can receive the discount at all Disney owned and operated stores on property. The restrictions are as follows:

*Offer is valid only at select Walt Disney World Resort stores. The Passholder discount is not accepted at Walt Disney World Resort Operating Participant locations, including but not limited to, China, Japan, and Morocco pavilions at World Showcase in Epcot®, Arribas Brothers, Basin, Basin White, Cirque du Soleil, Curl by Sammy Duval, Ghiradelli, House of Blues, Hoypoloi, LEGO Imagination Center, Magic Masters, Magnetron, Niki Bryan Spas, Orlando Harley Davidson Store, Planet Hollywood, Rainforest Cafe, Richard Petty Driving Experience, Rubio Balloon Arts, SD Watersports, Sosa Cigar, Starabillias, Sunglass Icon, Surrey Bike Rental, T-Rex Café Shop, Wyland Galleries, The Disney Store, Disney’s Character Premiere, Disney’s Character Warehouse and any other locations or kiosks that are not owned and operated by the owners of the Walt Disney World® Resort. Discount is not valid on purchases of ticket media, gift certificates, Disney gift cards, videos, DVDs and CDs, Disney Dollars, sundries, periodicals, digital and video cameras, disposable cameras, film, consumer electronics (e.g., CD players, TVs, DVD players), tobacco, alcohol, In-Park balloon vendors, Add-a-Dollar (Wildlife Conservation Fund), postage stamps, rentals (e.g. strollers, ECV, etc.), all Titleist and Cobra golf equipment, National brand fragrances, treatments and cosmetics, Personalization, Imaging and Photo Pass product, Lladro, Armani, Hummel, Swarovski Crystal, Walt Disney Classics Collection, other collectibles and select merchandise. May not be combined with any other discount, offer or promotion. Not valid on previous purchases.

If the location you visit is not aware of the discount, just ask them to scan the barcode on newer WDW annual passes and the 10% discount will be deducted automatically (many cast members in merchandise locations have not been made aware of the new discount).

Tom Corless’ 11/7/09 World of Disney New York Report

WDWNT on November 9, 2009

As we countdown to the closure of the World of Disney New York store on 5th Avenue in New York City, I have been trying to get in as many visits as possible. On Saturday, I made a trip to the store to take part in the final Disney pin trading morning. Here are some photos I managed to take amid the insane crowds:

A Christmas Carol has filled the windows of the store

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