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Watch the New Trailer For ‘Muppets Now‘ Coming to Disney+ on July 31st. In a true first for the studio, “Muppets Now” is an unscripted series filled with improv comedy, off-the-cuff gags, and the Muppets’ celebrity friends. In the six-episode season, Scooter rushes to make his delivery deadlines and upload the brand-new Muppet series for streaming. They are due now, and he’ll need to navigate whatever obstacles, distractions, and complications the rest of the Muppets throws at him.

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Overflowing with spontaneous lunacy, surprising guest stars and more frogs, pigs, bears (and whatevers) than legally allowed, the Muppets cut loose in “Muppets Now” with the kind of startling silliness and chaotic fun that made them famous. From zany experiments with Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and Beaker to lifestyle tips from the fabulous Miss Piggy, each episode is packed with hilarious segments, hosted by the Muppets showcasing what the Muppets do best.

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This week, Disney+ shared a first look trailer at its upcoming original series “Muppets Now,” premiering exclusively on the streaming service on Friday, July 31. In their first-ever unscripted series, the Muppets make their streaming debut in an all-new six-episode show starring Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and the entire gang.

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Produced by The Muppets Studio and Soapbox Films, “Muppets Now” premieres Friday, July 31, streaming only on Disney+. New episodes will be released every Friday. You can watch the official trailer for Muppets Now in the video below:

Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for updates and all things Disney+ and Muppets!

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The last few months have presented new obstacles  for SeaWorld Orlando due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For instance, the Orlando theme park has received multiple lien filings over the past few weeks. It’s led people to question the future of SeaWorld, which is why some experts claim bankruptcy could be a potential issue.

First, research based on public records established  that SeaWorld had enough liquid assets on hand to sustain a closure through the end of 2021. Regardless of their cash reserves, the company seems to be slow in response to paying many bills. Missed payments are now reported on every single significant project currently in the works. Construction liens are fairly typical to see in the industry, but most are settled within a matter of weeks. What is unprecedented is the sheer volume of claims now mounting against SeaWorld.

Joe Kleiman, the news editor at themed-entertainment-industry publication InPark Magazine, shared his professional opinion.

“Over the past four months, I’ve been exchanging research with a number of journalists, bloggers, and financial analysts,” says Kleiman. “Trying to decipher the company’s current situation as it dealt with the shutdown of its theme parks, furlough of its staff, animals that can’t be neglected, and the sudden departure of a newly hired CEO.”

Kleiman also thinks SeaWorld could be facing bankruptcy in the future based upon the actions of Scott Ross, chairman of the board and founder partner at Hill Path. Scott Ross is SeaWorld’s largest shareholder, and Hill Path has two primary investments, SeaWorld and arcade chain Dave & Busters. Unfortunately, the pandemic has been devastating to both investments.

The last two SeaWorld CEO’s under Hill Path were vocal about their disagreements with the board. With so much discontent and new financial challenges, some wonder if Hill Path will give up on their SeaWorld investment. The expectation of a slow recovery period could potentially lead Hill Path to one day dismantle their investment via bankruptcy so they could attract multiple investors to take over the theme park company.

Source: Orlando Weekly

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The strawberry shortcake bombolato is here and is berry sweet!

This delicious dessert consist of cake batter gelato and strawberry pieces drizzled with strawberry sauce inside a warm Italian doughnut topped with a strawberry. Perfect for all the berries lovers!

You can find it at Vivoli il Gelato at Disney Springs for $10.12 after tax.

A perfect little treat to enjoy during your visit at Disney Springs! 

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Amazing new Strawberry Shortcake Bombolato from @vivoli_il_gelato in @disneysprings!! This delicious new dessert is cake batter gelato, strawberries, and strawberry sauce, inside a warm Italian doughnut. It’s $10.12 after tax. This was so good but you better eat it fast ? #vivoliilgelato #disneysprings #disneysnacks #disneytreats #disneyfood #wdw #chipandco #disneyeats #gelato

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Disneyland delays reopening of theme parks

Disneyland has just announced they will be delaying the reopening of their California theme parks. Here is the news that was just shared with us…

We previously announced a proposed phased reopening of our theme parks for July 17, pending government approvals. We developed enhanced health and safety protocols for both cast and guests at Shanghai Disney Resort, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort that have been approved, allowing us to reopen in a responsible manner and bring our cast members back to work.

The State of California has now indicated that it will not issue theme park reopening guidelines until sometime after July 4. Given the time required for us to bring thousands of cast members back to work and restart our business, we have no choice but to delay the reopening of our theme parks and resort hotels until we receive approval from government officials. Once we have a clearer understanding of when guidelines will be released, we expect to be able to communicate a reopening date. 

Our Downtown Disney District will reopen on July 9 as previously announced with health and safety protocols in place for our cast members and guests. The opening of our Downtown Disney District has been previously approved in line with restaurant and retail openings throughout California. The Master Services Union, which represents our retail cast at this location, previously signed an agreement for members to return to work.

In order to reopen our theme parks we need to negotiate agreements with our unions to return employees to work. We have had positive discussions and are very pleased to have signed agreements from 20 union affiliates, including the Master Services Council, which represents more than 11,000 of our cast members. The signed agreement details plans that include enhanced safety protocols that will allow us to responsibly reopen, and get thousands of our cast members back to work.   

We thank our cast and guests for their patience during this unprecedented time while we await approval from government officials.

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Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa in Hawaii is still closed due to COVID-19 concerns. The good news is Aulani is now waiving all Disney-imposed change and cancellation fees for reservations with arrivals through July 31, 2020.

From Aulani:

“While there is still much uncertainty with respect to the impacts of COVID-19, the safety and well-being of our Members, Guests and employees remain Aulani Resort’s top priority. In line with direction from health experts and government officials, Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa is currently closed and a reopening date has not been identified. We will continue to carefully evaluate this complex and fluid situation

To provide additional flexibility, we are waiving all Disney-imposed change and cancellation fees up to the date of check-in for reservations with arrivals through July 31, 2020. For upcoming reservations booked through The Walt Disney Travel Company, call (866) 443-4763 to reschedule reservations to a future date.

Upon reopening, Aulani Resort rooms, restaurants and other locations may be limited in capacity and subject to restricted availability or closure based on direction from health experts and government officials to promote physical distancing.

Furthermore, experiences, services, and amenities may be modified, have limited availability, or may remain closed. Offerings are not guaranteed. We will provide more information as it becomes available. We reserve the right to cancel any reservations or purchases and provide applicable refunds.”

Has your trip been impacted by Aulani’s closure?

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