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April 30, 2014June 29, 2012

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Nick LoCicero

Nick LoCicero has almost 20 years experience in the media industry. He has worked on numerous Disney related media projects, most know at WDWNT for WDW News Tonight. He has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1982. After moving to Orlando in the late 90's he became a passholder, developed a fascination with the history of the vacation kingdom and has spent way too much money on park merchandise.

Zoe braved the wild to capture this shot of the Bear at Grizzly River Run!

The Monorails: Live at Disney’s Grand Floridian

June 29, 2012

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Nick LoCicero

Nick LoCicero has almost 20 years experience in the media industry. He has worked on numerous Disney related media projects, most know at WDWNT for WDW News Tonight. He has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1982. After moving to Orlando in the late 90's he became a passholder, developed a fascination with the history of the vacation kingdom and has spent way too much money on park merchandise.

Long before they made an appearance as our favorite 3″ Disney collectibles, The Monorails were a band that toured around the Walt Disney World Resort performing at the resorts. We recently dug up some of The Monorails old concert posters, CDs, Albums and publicity photos. The Monorails were on hand when Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort … Read more

New Magic Around the World Figure Released

June 28, 2012

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Nick LoCicero

Nick LoCicero has almost 20 years experience in the media industry. He has worked on numerous Disney related media projects, most know at WDWNT for WDW News Tonight. He has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1982. After moving to Orlando in the late 90's he became a passholder, developed a fascination with the history of the vacation kingdom and has spent way too much money on park merchandise.

We were pointed to a Facebook post by Disney Character Central today: “Picked this up just now at a UK store (not London!). The info on the back more or less confirms the others will come soon too.” This looks like a fun figure to celebrate the World Showcase at Epcot. With the Mickey head … Read more

Spotlight On: Custom Vinylmation Artist Brian Shapiro

June 28, 2012

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Nick LoCicero

Nick LoCicero has almost 20 years experience in the media industry. He has worked on numerous Disney related media projects, most know at WDWNT for WDW News Tonight. He has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1982. After moving to Orlando in the late 90's he became a passholder, developed a fascination with the history of the vacation kingdom and has spent way too much money on park merchandise.

To have your custom work spotlighted, please send an email to DestinationVinylmation@gmail.com – Destination Vinylmation: The Rose from Beauty and the Beast is a great example of less is more. Not to say it didn’t take great skill to paint the rose, but it is a simple design that uses the whole package to make an impact. … Read more

Have a Laugh Photoshoot

June 27, 2012

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Nick LoCicero

Nick LoCicero has almost 20 years experience in the media industry. He has worked on numerous Disney related media projects, most know at WDWNT for WDW News Tonight. He has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1982. After moving to Orlando in the late 90's he became a passholder, developed a fascination with the history of the vacation kingdom and has spent way too much money on park merchandise.

What a funny day it was when Austin and I stumbled upon the Have a Laugh figures playing around at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The Magic of Disney Animation (hidden tributes at Animation building) Chip ‘n Dale share a peanut (and a Vinylmation). Muppet Vision 3D What do Gonzo, Mickey, Goofy, and Donald all have … Read more

Collectors Beware: Capturing Yeti Comes at a High Price

June 25, 2012

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Nick LoCicero

Nick LoCicero has almost 20 years experience in the media industry. He has worked on numerous Disney related media projects, most know at WDWNT for WDW News Tonight. He has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1982. After moving to Orlando in the late 90's he became a passholder, developed a fascination with the history of the vacation kingdom and has spent way too much money on park merchandise.

On June 29th, the 9″ Yeti from Park 8 will be released as an online exclusive. With an edition size of 1000, it will retail for $74.95. (Park 8 LE Explained page) This is the second time we have seen the outrageous price tag of 75 bucks for a single 9″ figure. Price aside, let’s … Read more

Comic Con 2012 Vinylmation Announced

June 25, 2012

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Nick LoCicero

Nick LoCicero has almost 20 years experience in the media industry. He has worked on numerous Disney related media projects, most know at WDWNT for WDW News Tonight. He has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1982. After moving to Orlando in the late 90's he became a passholder, developed a fascination with the history of the vacation kingdom and has spent way too much money on park merchandise.

Update 5/25/12 A ton of updates that clear up some of the size, price and other oddities we saw with the first post from Disney. We knew something was weird about much of the info Disney gave us, and almost all of it has been changed…. so take a look. San Diego Comic Con is … Read more

Collector’s Corner: Annemarie

June 25, 2012

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Nick LoCicero

Nick LoCicero has almost 20 years experience in the media industry. He has worked on numerous Disney related media projects, most know at WDWNT for WDW News Tonight. He has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1982. After moving to Orlando in the late 90's he became a passholder, developed a fascination with the history of the vacation kingdom and has spent way too much money on park merchandise.

Name: Annemarie Brown Hometown: Southern California Collection size: 3 inch = 160 9 inch = 10 Jr. = 9 Park Starz =14 Customs = 27 How long have you been collecting? Since May 2011. What is your favorite figure that you own? That’s hard. I have to pick more than one. USC Trojans. Peter and … Read more

Alice Flowers at WDW

June 24, 2012

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Nick LoCicero

Nick LoCicero has almost 20 years experience in the media industry. He has worked on numerous Disney related media projects, most know at WDWNT for WDW News Tonight. He has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1982. After moving to Orlando in the late 90's he became a passholder, developed a fascination with the history of the vacation kingdom and has spent way too much money on park merchandise.

Oh, it’s a rainy day here in Orlando. Let’s brighten things up with some photos of the beautiful Alice in Wonderland Flowers growing wild in the rose garden at the Magic Kingdom. – – – –

You Light Up My Vinyls…

June 24, 2012

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Nick LoCicero

Nick LoCicero has almost 20 years experience in the media industry. He has worked on numerous Disney related media projects, most know at WDWNT for WDW News Tonight. He has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1982. After moving to Orlando in the late 90's he became a passholder, developed a fascination with the history of the vacation kingdom and has spent way too much money on park merchandise.

One of our listeners, Greg, sent us a note and some pictures playing around with the 25th Anniversary light up base. I think my favorite is the Bubbles! Check these out, then send in your favorites. Hey Guys! I remember you talking about how cool it was going to be to light up all the … Read more

Episode 078 SpectroMickey

June 24, 2012

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Nick LoCicero

Nick LoCicero has almost 20 years experience in the media industry. He has worked on numerous Disney related media projects, most know at WDWNT for WDW News Tonight. He has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1982. After moving to Orlando in the late 90's he became a passholder, developed a fascination with the history of the vacation kingdom and has spent way too much money on park merchandise.

Ep. 078 SpectroMagic This week we cover all the release dates announced for Park 9 and Animation 2. We also talk about the Villains 3, Mascots and Nerds releases. There is more news out of Japan and from under the big top. Listen in Popup Player Download podcast

Park 9 LE and Blind Box Release Dates

June 22, 2012

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Nick LoCicero

Nick LoCicero has almost 20 years experience in the media industry. He has worked on numerous Disney related media projects, most know at WDWNT for WDW News Tonight. He has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1982. After moving to Orlando in the late 90's he became a passholder, developed a fascination with the history of the vacation kingdom and has spent way too much money on park merchandise.

We have a large slate of Park 9 release dates to share with you today. July 13 Park 9 Blind Boxes will release at $12.95. See our Park 9 Explained page for the lineup. Next up is the 9″ Park 9 Feature Animation Building from the Burbank studios. The edition size is 750 and it will retail … Read more

Spotlight On: Custom Vinylmation Artist Karen Turner

June 22, 2012

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Nick LoCicero

Nick LoCicero has almost 20 years experience in the media industry. He has worked on numerous Disney related media projects, most know at WDWNT for WDW News Tonight. He has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1982. After moving to Orlando in the late 90's he became a passholder, developed a fascination with the history of the vacation kingdom and has spent way too much money on park merchandise.

To have your custom work spotlighted, please send an email to DestinationVinylmation@gmail.com – A few months ago we spotlighted a unique custom designed by Karen Turner of Flights of Fancy Design. The custom featured hand painted signatures of Disney characters on a 9″ CYO. As someone who takes a vinyl around to collect character autographs … Read more

Duffy the Disney Bear Explained

June 22, 2012

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Nick LoCicero

Nick LoCicero has almost 20 years experience in the media industry. He has worked on numerous Disney related media projects, most know at WDWNT for WDW News Tonight. He has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1982. After moving to Orlando in the late 90's he became a passholder, developed a fascination with the history of the vacation kingdom and has spent way too much money on park merchandise.

Duffy the Disney Bear Explained Release Date: July 22, 2012 (Facebook) and July 29, 2012 (D-Streets) Price: $14.95 Artist: Monty Maldavon Details: Open window box. 2 initial figures. Expected Summer 2012 release. Duffy first appeared as “The Disney Bear” in 2002 as a marketing gimmick to promote the opening of the Once Upon The Toy store … Read more

New Japan Vinyls To Release 7/1

June 22, 2012

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Nick LoCicero

Nick LoCicero has almost 20 years experience in the media industry. He has worked on numerous Disney related media projects, most know at WDWNT for WDW News Tonight. He has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1982. After moving to Orlando in the late 90's he became a passholder, developed a fascination with the history of the vacation kingdom and has spent way too much money on park merchandise.

More great looking Vinylmation from Japan are coming soon. Thanks to @Vinylmati0n for this info and picture. On July 1, we can expect these 2 figures featuring Mickey and Minnie with accessory fans. They will retail for 1,200 YEN or about $15.

Spotlight On: Custom Artist Aaralyn

June 22, 2012

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Nick LoCicero

Nick LoCicero has almost 20 years experience in the media industry. He has worked on numerous Disney related media projects, most know at WDWNT for WDW News Tonight. He has been visiting Walt Disney World since 1982. After moving to Orlando in the late 90's he became a passholder, developed a fascination with the history of the vacation kingdom and has spent way too much money on park merchandise.

To have your custom work spotlighted, please send an email to DestinationVinylmation@gmail.com – On the opening day of the new Disney Pixar film Brave, it is fitting to see a custom featuring the heroine Merida. This one comes to us from Aaralyn. I was sad to hear it is already sold out, but Aaralyn has many more … Read more

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