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ESPN Providing Comprehensive On-site Game Coverage of Historic NBA Restart

ESPN is continuing its comprehensive on-site game coverage of the historic NBA restart, which includes the final regular-season games as well as up to 44 NBA Playoff games on ESPN and ABC from ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.

ESPN has several top game commentators on site at the
NBA Florida Campus at Disney to call the action, including play-by-play
voices Mike Breen, Mark Jones and Dave Pasch,
analysts Jeff Van Gundy, Mark Jackson and Doris
Burke and reporters Lisa Salters and Cassidy Hubbarth.

Additionally, ESPN commentators Rachel Nichols and Malika Andrews will also serve as sideline reporters for select games.

Tune-in to ABC today at 3:00pm ET for the Spurs vs Pelicans. And don’t forget to watch ESPN on Aug. 14 for three critical seeding games as teams battle for the eighth and final seed in the Eastern and Western Conferences.

All NBA games on ESPN and ABC are also available to stream via the ESPN app.

From our friends at disneyparks.disney.go.com
Filed Under: Special Events, Walt Disney World Resort, ESPN Wide World of Sports, WDW

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Priceline Express Summer Swan Deals

For intrepid travelers looking to take advantage of the quiet parks we’re seeing right now, we have some deals at the Walt Disney World Swan Resort that you’ll want to see!

If you’ve kept an eye on Priceline Express rates for the Swan over the last few years, you’ll know that Express Deals for that resort are often in the low $200s with some decent dips in the mid to high $100s. Plus there was one quick super duper drop of deals (a technical term I am in the process of trademarking) way back in the Fall of 2018 that included $92 rooms for dates all through the Summer and Fall of 2019.

How would you feel about a shiny new group of deals in the very low $100s? Well, feel that way because between now and August 15, the most common Swan rate is $106.

Now, close your eyes. Take a deep cleansing breath. Release deep cleansing breath before you turn blue…. and picture yourself in a Swan room with a $93 nightly rate. Yes, $93! Between August 16 and 30 you’ll find quite a few days with rooms in the $93 to $96 range, with some slightly higher ones thrown in the mix.

While these super low deals don’t run past the end of August, the good news is that Priceline Express still has Swan deals for $122 most of September.

Before you scroll down to check out the calendar of deals (hmm, something else I may need to trademark), here are a few tips and caveats I’d like to add since it has been awhile since I’ve written a Priceline Express report:

Priceline Express deals are NON-refundable, which for some folks these days may be a deal-breaker.

There are no guarantees in life, and Priceline Express can be fickle. The prices shown here may fluctuate by a few dollars and deals for some days may appear and disappear in front of your eyes like a 2:00 PM FastPass for Seven Dwarfs Mine Train.

The Swan is a resort that has an additional daily resort fee – even on the odd occasion it doesn’t appear on an Express Deal, you will have to pay it when checking in. Right now it is around $30 per night.

When checking out Priceline Express deals, it is usually a good practice to see what the rates are for the same resort on regular non-hidden (and usually refundable) Priceline deals as well as the resort’s own site. Also, be sure to compare the all in prices with all taxes and fees included. Sometimes a cheaper hidden deal can lose out to a regular deal with less fees.

For reference, I checked one of the $93 days: regular Priceline had the same room for $111, while the Swan site had it as low as $108 for Bonvoy or AAA members. Importantly: NONE of the sites had these deals as refundable rooms, which I think is unusual.

You can spot the Swan in Priceline Express hidden deals very easily: it is the *only* 4.5-star resort in Bonnet Creek with an 8-guest rating. Also, right now the Swan has 455 reviews on Priceline. Priceline Express round review counts down, so on hidden deals you’ll see that listed as 400 reviews. Here is how it looks as both hidden and regular Priceline deals.

Priceline Express Summer Swan Deals

If you are planning a trip in the near future, I wish you all the fun – and I hope the rate calendars below help you find a great deal.

Priceline Express Summer Swan Deals

Priceline Express Summer Swan Deals

If you catch any of these Swan deals and are excited about it – let us know in the comments!

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Filed Under: discounts, Resorts, Saving Money, Walt Disney World (FL), priceline

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Mike and Sulley to the Rescue Wishables Arrive at Magic Kingdom

Not too long ago the Mike and Sulley to the Rescue Series of Wishables arrived on shopDisney. Now, they have arrived at an unlikely place, Main Street Emporium. I say unlikely because Mike and Sulley to the Rescue is an attraction exclusive to Disney’s California Adventure. But, with that park closed I suppose it makes sense to have them at Walt Disney World.

The Mystery Pack contains either Roz, Boo, Mike Wazowski, and the Monster Transit Ride Vehicle. Then, Sulley is outside of the pack. Each plush is $9.99.

Mike and Sulley to the Rescue Wishables Arrive at Magic Kingdom
Mike and Sulley to the Rescue Wishables
Mike and Sulley to the Rescue Wishables Arrive at Magic Kingdom
Mike and Sulley to the Rescue Wishables
Mike and Sulley to the Rescue Wishables Arrive at Magic Kingdom
Mike and Sulley to the Rescue and Other Wishables at Main Street Emporium

Are you a Wishables collector? Do you think these Wishables are so cute it’s scary?

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Filed Under: Magic Kingdom, Merchandise, disney collectables, disney wishables, monsters inc

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You’ll Want to Hurry Back to Memento Mori Shop for These Haunted Mansion Items

The classic Disney attraction Haunted Mansion is well-loved and certainly drives a lot of creative merchandise. Years ago Disney made a smart move and converted a store in Liberty Square once sponsored by Smucker’s Jelly into the Memento Mori merchandise shop, specializing in Haunted Mansion items.

Not only is the name dead-on, but the merchandise selection is fantastic for Mansion fans. On a recent visit our field research team spotted some great items.

  • Haunted Mansion Diorama $24.00
  • Haunted Mansion Slim Wallet $14.99
  • Haunted Mansion Wallpaper Mug $14.99
You’ll Want to Hurry Back to Memento Mori Shop for These Haunted Mansion Items
Haunted Mansion Diorama
You’ll Want to Hurry Back to Memento Mori Shop for These Haunted Mansion Items
Haunted Mansion Diorama
You’ll Want to Hurry Back to Memento Mori Shop for These Haunted Mansion Items
Haunted Mansion Slim Wallet
You’ll Want to Hurry Back to Memento Mori Shop for These Haunted Mansion Items
Haunted Mansion Slim Wallet
You’ll Want to Hurry Back to Memento Mori Shop for These Haunted Mansion Items
Haunted Mansion Wallpaper Mug
You’ll Want to Hurry Back to Memento Mori Shop for These Haunted Mansion Items
Haunted Mansion Wallpaper Mug
You’ll Want to Hurry Back to Memento Mori Shop for These Haunted Mansion Items
Haunted Mansion Wallpaper Mug – Inside

The last thing I need is another mug, but the message at the bottom of the wallpaper mug is a famous line from the attraction, “Hurry Back” (which is exactly how I feel when I have my last sip of coffee, fighting the temptation for more). You can find some of these items at shopDisney online.

What’s your favorite Haunted Mansion merchandise?

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Filed Under: Attractions, Magic Kingdom, Merchandise, Haunted Mansion, haunted mansion merchandise, haunted mansion mug

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Customize Your Own Magical Disney Park with the New Mobile Puzzle Game, Disney Wonderful Worlds

Ever wonder what a Disney Park would look like if you built it? With the new mobile Match-3 game, Disney Wonderful Worlds, players will get to wish upon a star and build their own versions of beloved lands. Pre-registration is available now!

Customize Your Own Magical Disney Park with the New Mobile Puzzle Game, Disney Wonderful Worlds Screenshot of the New Mobile Puzzle Game Disney Wonderful Worlds

Immerse yourself in a colorful Disney Park that’s waiting to be built.

Customize Your Own Magical Disney Park with the New Mobile Puzzle Game, Disney Wonderful Worlds Screenshot of the New Mobile Puzzle Game Disney Wonderful Worlds

And with the help of Minnie Mouse, and Mickey and friends, decorate classic Disney Parks attractions. 

Customize Your Own Magical Disney Park with the New Mobile Puzzle Game, Disney Wonderful Worlds Screenshot of the New Mobile Puzzle Game Disney Wonderful Worlds

But that’s just the beginning of what you can do, with the game offering an opportunity to relive iconic Disney Parks moments and collect fan-favorite Disney characters.

Customize Your Own Magical Disney Park with the New Mobile Puzzle Game, Disney Wonderful Worlds Screenshot of the New Mobile Puzzle Game Disney Wonderful Worlds

No two parks will look alike with each wonderful world being as unique as the players themselves. Take a first look at the magic you can expect: Disney Wonderful Worlds trailer

Customize Your Own Magical Disney Park with the New Mobile Puzzle Game, Disney Wonderful Worlds Screenshot of the New Mobile Puzzle Game Disney Wonderful Worlds

Starting today, fans who pre-register at www.disneywonderfulworlds.com will receive a series of exclusive gifts and a unique Minnie Mouse decoration to adorn their park at launch. 

Customize Your Own Magical Disney Park with the New Mobile Puzzle Game, Disney Wonderful Worlds Screenshot of the New Mobile Puzzle Game Disney Wonderful Worlds

Disney Wonderful Worlds will launch globally on the App Store and Google Play early next year. Until then, stay up to date by following Disney Wonderful Worlds on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

From our friends at disneyparks.disney.go.com
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