Author Archive: Nicole Mancini

Born and raised in New Jersey, Nicole is an avid Disney fan and frequents both Walt Disney World and Disneyland several times each year. Interests include Walt Disney Imagineering, merchandise, dining, backstage tours, and more. You can also find her on The DIS Unplugged forum on DISBoards.com. Be sure to check out Nicole's other articles here on the DIS Blog!

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Summer Dooney & Bourke Release Update

Summer Dooney & Bourke Release Update

| May 16, 2013 | 2 Replies

Earlier in the month, I let all of my fellow “Dooney-lovers” know that two new prints were set for release this summer. The black and white Comics Collection and vibrant Mickey Text Collection have received mixed reviews, but with that being said, I have a few more tidbits to share with you about their release. [...]

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May the Fourth Be with You: Intergalactic Star Wars Shopping

May the Fourth Be with You: Intergalactic Star Wars Shopping

| May 4, 2013 | 2 Replies

As a part of Disney Parks’ Limited Time Magic celebration, Star Wars fans are flocking to Disney’s Hollywood Studios today for May the Fourth Be with You, a fan-proclaimed “Star Wars Day” celebrating the films, culture, and outer space phenomenon that brought Jedis, Chewbacca, and others into our world. In true Disney fashion, specialty merchandise [...]

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New Disney Dooney & Bourke Release This Summer

New Disney Dooney & Bourke Release This Summer

| May 1, 2013 | 2 Replies

Warm summer sands, brightly colored clothing, fruity drinks with those cute paper umbrellas, and…Dooneys! That’s right, this summer Disney Design Group will release a new line of Dooney & Bourke bags to fans in both Walt Disney World and Disneyland. After a long hiatus since the last release, the new bags will be available in [...]

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Disney MagicBand News for Annual Passholders

Disney MagicBand News for Annual Passholders

| April 6, 2013 | 20 Replies

As time passes, more and more information seems to be coming to the surface about Disney’s new MagicBand system. While much of it is based on speculation, Disney has begun to release new facts about the bands to the public and will continue to do so over the upcoming weeks. This will be welcomed by [...]

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Top iPhone Cases at Walt Disney World & Disneyland

Top iPhone Cases at Walt Disney World & Disneyland

| March 26, 2013 | 12 Replies

Steve Jobs sure knew what he was doing when he created the world’s most popular smartphone. With its amazing capabilities and unique functions, the iPhone has revolutionized the way we look at a mobile device. One would be hard-pressed to walk into a store or business and not see someone with this little gadget. And, [...]

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Coast to Coast Similarities: Walt Disney World & Disneyland Attraction Copycats

Coast to Coast Similarities: Walt Disney World & Disneyland Attraction Copycats

| March 20, 2013 | 21 Replies

One of the things I love most about Disney Parks is the amount of creativity and ingenuity that goes into creating their attractions. The Disney Imagineers, designers of the rides and shows at the parks, are known for pushing the envelope on what can and cannot be done to improve guests’ experiences in terms of [...]

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Staying Safe at Walt Disney World – Tips for You & Your Family

Staying Safe at Walt Disney World – Tips for You & Your Family

| March 12, 2013 | 4 Replies

After countless hours and hundreds of dollars spent, the last thing that anyone wants to experience while on a Disney vacation is getting harmed. Many of us fall prey to the illusion of being inside the “Disney bubble,” where bad things could never happen. However, it’s important to keep in mind that, just like in [...]

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Disney & Vera Bradley Partner to Create New Line of Bags

Disney & Vera Bradley Partner to Create New Line of Bags

| March 5, 2013 | 4 Replies

Whether you love them or think that they’re better suited on your grandmother’s arm, Vera Bradley is a popular choice for women’s handbags. For years, Disney park guests have sported Vera’s totes, backpacks, wristlets, luggage, and duffles during their vacations. The combination of the patterns’ bright colors and the versatility of the bags’ designs have [...]

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Disney MagicBand Styles Begin to Surface

Disney MagicBand Styles Begin to Surface

| March 2, 2013 | 22 Replies

This January marked the official reveal of Disney Parks’ announcement regarding the next generation in vacation experience. The new MyMagic+ system will allow guests to fully customize their time spent in the parks using the new My Disney Experience app and a MagicBand, a RFID-encoded new piece of technology that will link together resort and [...]

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Oz The Great & Powerful Hits Theaters March 8

Oz The Great & Powerful Hits Theaters March 8

| February 26, 2013 | 1 Reply

In 1939, both adults and children alike were thrust into the fantasy world of Oz. Based on author L. Frank Baum’s original novel, the story of Dorothy Gale and her adventure to the Emerald City has become a favorite for generations; in fact, it was named the most watched motion picture in history by the [...]

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