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Friday, September 26, 2008

A last look at Pleasure Island's Adventurers Club: 1989 - 2008

Hi everyone!

Earlier this month, I made my final trip to the Adventurers Club in it’s current form. Disney announced in June that Pleasure Island would close all of it’s clubs at the end of the evening on September 27th, 2008. That said, I am very excited that I am part of the NFFC group that will be enjoying an evening at this wonderful club in early October!

I am grateful to have enjoyed one last night at the Club before it closes to the public. Both Pleasure Island and the Adventurers Club have changed so much over the years I’ve visited! The best thing about my last AC visit was that it included some of the original actors, which gave it a wonderful feel of previous years!

I’ve been reminiscing lately about the 19 years I’ve enjoyed at the Adventurers Club. There is so much history! What I did miss - but my friend Jim Hill didn’t - was on occasion, Graves (the Adventurers Club butler) would welcome guests back to the club before informing them that in their absence, he was collecting their mail. Graves would then lower a platter for a guest to take an envelope, which the guest would open and read.

I always thought that this was a wonderful, interactive touch! And while remembering this past history of the Club, it reminded me that Jim had once given me an assortment of these sealed envelopes to keep in my personal archives. Today I discovered these letters and finally opened them! I am very happy to be sharing these letters - until now unread by me - with you.

Below is an example of one of these these letters. To view all the letters and more of my vintage Adventurers Club artifacts, please visit partner site Mousesteps.

To listen to Mr. Hill tell the full story of these letters and more about Pleasure Island's history, please click HERE: (The Magical Definition Podcast - Pleasure Island Episode). Also please visit Jim Hill Media for more backstory on these vintage Adventurers Club artifacts!

NFFC Florida Convention:

This year's 3rd Annual NFFC Florida Convention may possibly the very last chance Disneyana fans will get to experience the Adventurers Club. The NFFC bids a fond farewell to this one-of-a kind Disney venue with a special event that promises to be a full evening featuring a buffet dinner, one of a kind in-depth tour of the Adventurer's Club, and some very special entertainment! The NFFC convention takes place at the Regal Sun Resort (formerly the Grosvenor Resort Walt Disney World) in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. The dates are October 3rd through October 5th, 2008. See you there!

As always, if you want to request a future DVD idea, Photo Memory topic or comment on anything, just drop me a line at suggestions@JeffLangeDVD.com.

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Posted by Jeff at 12:51 AM
Edited on: Saturday, September 27, 2008 12:49 AM
Categories: Photo Memories

Thursday, September 25, 2008

Trick or Treat 5 (Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party 2008) Bonus while supplies last.

As a special thank you to those that order Jeff Lange's Trick or Treat 5 DVD direct from this site, we are including the following as a free bonus while supplies last.

This was the Boo! What? Where? When? Party Guide Map given out at Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom. It makes an ideal companion to the new DVD.

For more details on purchasing this title, click HERE.

For more information on this or other titles please contact jeff@jefflangedvd.com or visit JeffLangeDVD.

Posted by Jeff at 1:07 AM
Categories: Promotions

Saturday, September 20, 2008

All New Release - Jeff Lange's Trick or Treat 5 (Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, 2008 Edition) DVD

Jeff Lange's Trick or Treat 5 (Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, 2008 Edition) DVD

20 September 2008

Jeff Lange's Trick or Treat 5 DVD Released Today.

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Windsor, Conn. (September 20th, 2008) -Today, JeffLangeDVD have released their latest title, Jeff Lange's Trick or Treat 5 (Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, 2008 Edition) DVD.

Jeff Lange presents this all-new DVD from the 2008 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World!

Not So Scary Entrance Scenes

Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the party as you enter the Magic Kingdom! Fog, lights, music and Halloween decor surround you from the moment you arrive.

Alice & Mad Hatters Treat Party

Join Alice and her friends from Wonderland as they greet you on this treat trail of candy and characters!

Headless Horseman

You’ll hear the sounds of hooves slapping the ground, getting closer and closer until the Headless Horseman gallops past you and into the night!

Mickey’s Boo-to-You Parade

Mickey and friends, Captain Jack, and all of your favorite characters welcome you to this Not-So-Scary treat! From the infectious strains of "Boo to You" to the sparks of shovels on pavement, you’ll want to enjoy this parade for years to come!

Happy HalloWishes Fireworks

Take a dash of "Grim Grinning Ghosts", along with a fun mix of "Scary-Oke" and you’ve got an incredible musical backdrop to the most awaited fireworks show of the year!

Villains Mix and Mingle

Malificent hosts this energetic stage show, which includes villains from a wide variety of Disney films! From Cruella to Captain Hook, they dance and sing their way to an explosive finale.

Trick or Treating

Colllect candy as you visit Adventureland and encounter a giant sized Timon and Pumba! Next, you’ll storm Captain Hook and Mr. Smee’s Treasure Treats. Finally, visit Mickey decked out in his resplendent new Halloween finery at Mickey’s Toontown Fair!

Haunted Mansion at Midnight

As the clock strikes 12, you will encounter Madame Carlotta at the entrance of this recently upgraded attraction. All 999 happy haunts are here to welcome you! There’s no turning back now...

Haunted Exit Scenes

As the party draws to a close, you’ll encounter a nearly-empty Main Street. Lights and displays will seem just a little spookier as your Not-So-Scary experience concludes

Hop in your Doom Buggy and let Jeff Lange be your ultimate Ghost Host with Trick or Treat 5!

Total Running Time: 66 Min

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Posted by Jeff at 11:27 PM
Categories: New Releases, Press Releases

Thursday, September 18, 2008

In 2009, Come to a Disney Park on Your Birthday and Get In Free!

NEW YORK (Sept. 18, 2008) – Everyone who visits a Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort theme park on their birthday in 2009 can get in free, as Disney Parks embraces a newly identified family-travel trend called “celebration vacations.”

A June 2008 survey of approximately 4,600 adults conducted by Ypartnership reveals that vacationers are increasingly motivated by events of high “personal significance” - milestone anniversaries, and birthdays, weddings and honeymoons, graduations and reunions and more. Seventy percent of respondents revealed they have taken a vacation primarily to celebrate a special occasion.

In 2009, Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts will lead this growing trend with new entertainment and services that allow guests to turn their personal milestones into magical Disney experiences.

And to kick it all off: a first-ever opportunity for guests to receive a free ticket to one of the Disney theme parks on their birthday in 2009.

“Birthdays are the one occasion that we all share every year,” said Jay Rasulo, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, at an announcement event today in New York. “We thought a free birthday ticket would be the icing on the cake as we extend this new ‘celebration vacation’ trend to Disney Parks.”

“The motivations revealed in this fascinating piece of work suggest that vacations are increasingly viewed as an appropriate way to either recognize or reward the participants for some event of great significance in their lives,” said Peter C. Yesawich, whose marketing services firm conducted the survey. “As such, we call them ‘celebration vacations’.”

Research showed that when families take that “celebration vacation” they are looking for destinations that provide activities for children and - better yet - activities that adults and children can enjoy together, Yesawich said.

“Given these findings, it’s not surprising that Disney Parks topped the list of destinations where families would most like to celebrate these special occasions,” he said.

Respondents rated these as the top destinations for a celebration: Disney theme parks (40% combined), Hawaii (18%), Florida {other than Walt Disney World Resort} (13%), Europe (13%) and the Caribbean (12%). Interestingly, respondents without children in their household mentioned Walt Disney World Resort as the preferred destination for a “celebration vacation” with a comparable frequency to those with children (33% versus 27% respectively). The same was true among respondents over 55 years of age versus those between 21 and 34 years of age (34% versus 29% respectively).

“We see our parks as the ideal setting for a personal celebration,” Rasulo said. “Guests can immerse themselves in their favorite stories and their favorite characters, creating a visit they’ll never forget.

“And when our cast members get involved, it feels as if the entire park is celebrating along with you.”

At Walt Disney World Resort, guests can add on to the fun, choosing from more than 200 experiences ranging from breathtaking (magical fireworks cruises, sunrise safaris, diving the depths with undersea creatures) to mirth-making (Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, character dining, kids’ pirate adventures). At Disneyland Resort, celebrants can book more than 50 magical experiences including “My Disneyland Birthday Party” and guided tours that reveal Walt Disney’s inspiration for Disney Parks.

With all there is to do in Disney parks, guests can tailor their celebration with favorite attractions, favorite characters and special experiences. Maybe they have a “princess” day with themed meals, shows, attractions and perfectly princess merchandise at Disneyland. Or they turn Walt Disney World “wild” with trail riding, bass fishing and parasailing.

Thanks to new Web tools, guests can discover magical experiences, unique events, dining enhancements and more. The planning tool is accessible by way of www.disneyparks.com.

Disney Parks also is presenting park experiences with memory-making in mind, including street parties in Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Park, a Tomorrowland video dance party (Walt Disney World Resort), a celebration barbecue and festive birthday party (Disneyland Resort) and colorful park décor.

Disney parks are the ultimate setting for any celebration, turning a special occasion into a magical Disney experience. And with the opportunity of free admission to a Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resort theme park on your birthday in 2009, it’s even more special. All it takes is a valid ID including proof of birth date. Guests can get more details and start the process by registering their birthdays at www.disneyparks.com.

Posted by Jeff at 5:43 PM
Edited on: Thursday, September 18, 2008 6:16 PM
Categories: Disney News

Wednesday, September 10, 2008

Walt Disney World September Trip Update, Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party

Hi everyone!

Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party 2008:

Just a quick update from Walt Disney World! I have attended the first two Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Parties and they were their usual great events! I always enjoy the great costumes the guests come up with but this Hat Box Ghost (below) is one of the best I have seen! Also new this year is the spooky new cast member outfits for the party.

The Magic Kingdom is lit in special mood lighting below as the Headless Horseman rides again!

One of the highlights of the night is always the Boo-to you Halloween Parade. Mickey Mouse wishes you a Happy Halloween below!

Another not to be missed feature of the event is the Happy Hallowishes fireworks spooktacular!

Be sure to check back late next week for details of my upcoming Trick or Treat 5 DVD featuring all the great events from this years party!

Trip Update:

Due to the threat of all the Hurricanes, my planned visit to the Vero Beach resort has been postponed. I have used this time to record additional footage for upcoming titles and spend some time with friends.

As always, while I am traveling you will still receive the same level of quality service and guaranteed 24 hr shipping you have come to expect from JeffLangeDVD. If you want to request a future DVD idea, Photo Memory topic or comment on anything, just drop me a line at suggestions@JeffLangeDVD.com.

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Posted by Jeff at 11:14 PM
Categories: Whats Happening

Monday, September 01, 2008

JeffLangeDVD Travel Update, Disney's Vero Beach Resort, Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party & Upcoming NFFC Florida Convention

Hi everyone!

I am less than 48 hours away from my yearly September trip to Walt Disney World. I will be recording video footage for future projects, including this years Trick or Treat 5! I'll also be exploring Disney's Vero Beach Resort which will be one of the last completely new Disney experiences that I've not enjoyed yet. I have heard great things about the resort, and look forward to giving a full report upon my return. (photos below © Disney)

One of the highlights of my year is the Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party! I can't believe that summer has ended so quickly, and that Halloween is just around the corner. I love the decor in the Magic Kingdom, and hope to see the hitchiking ghosts and the bride below again at the event!

NFFC Florida Convention:

I will be attending the upcoming 3rd annual NFFC Florida Convention and It sounds fantastic! This year, the convention takes place at the Regal Sun Resort (formerly the Grosvenor Resort Walt Disney World) at Lake Buena Vista, Florida. The dates are October 3rd through October 5th, 2008. The schedule has been released and is available HERE. (Highlights below)

"In case you haven't heard, Pleasure Island, Downtown Disney's nightlife fun spot at the Walt Disney World Resort, will be closing the week before the NFFC Florida Convention. Included among the clubs and restaurants set to be shuttered is the very popular Adventurer's Club, which just happens to be the location of the convention's closing night dinner party.

Fear not, the Walt Disney Company is honoring its commitment to the NFFC. This means attendees at this year's 3rd Annual NFFC Florida Convention will be among the last—maybe even the very last—Disneyana fans that get to experience this truly one-of-a kind Disney venue.

Join the fun as the NFFC, the place for Disneyana enthusiasts, bids a fond farewell to the Adventurer's Club. It promises to be a full evening featuring a buffet dinner, one of a kind in-depth tour of the Adventurer's Club, and some very special entertainment, especially designed for the Florida Adventurer.

At the conclusion of the Convention and Giant All Disneyana Show and Sale, the World Chapter, the convention host chapter, will host a special meeting at the Regal Sun Resort."

Halloween DVDs - Available Now:

Just in time to start thinking about Halloween, we have these title available now! Jeff Lange’s Trick Or Treat Vol 1 (2003-2004), Jeff Lange’s Trick Or Treat Vol 2 (2005), Jeff Lange’s Trick Or Treat Vol 3 (2006), Jeff Lange’s Trick Or Treat Vol 4 (2007) and Jeff Lange Remembers Haunted Mansion Holiday!

 

As always, while I am traveling you will still receive the same level of quality service and guarenteed 24 hr shipping you have come to expect from JeffLangeDVD. If you want to request a future DVD idea, Photo Memory topic or comment on anything, just drop me a line at suggestions@JeffLangeDVD.com.

Click here to browse the JeffLangeDVD store.

Click here to browse all Halloween titles.

Posted by Jeff at 12:52 AM
Categories: Whats Happening