Shanghai Disney Resort Celebrates Autumn with Exciting New Offers and Experiences
By Lifestyle+Travel
Here’s a secret among Disney fans – autumn is one of the best seasons to experience the magic and wonder of Shanghai Disney Resort! A season of Chinese and international festivities and celebrations, with comfortable cool weather, special offers and the incredible value of an Annual Pass, this is truly a magical time to rediscover Shanghai Disney Resort, or explore the resort for the very first time. Worried about the crowds? Here’s another secret – autumn offers lower wait times and higher guest satisfaction! Here are just some of the incredible experiences waiting for you.
September is Duffy Month! “Duffy’s Heartfelt Moments” Bring Cute and Cuddly Surprises
Following the maiden flight of the Duffy·Friendship Express, guests are invited to indulge in all things Duffy with the resort’s first-ever “Duffy’s Heartfelt Moments” celebration from September 2 – 30. The special month features a new Duffy and Friends-themed morning performance, decorations, a new Rainy Day merchandise collection and a variety of Duffy-themed food and beverage offerings at various locations around Shanghai Disney Resort. With special dining options including afternoon tea at Mickey & Pals Market Café in Shanghai Disneyland, and Lumière’s Kitchen Duffy Weekend Brunch and StellaLou Afternoon Tea at Ballet Café in Shanghai Disneyland Hotel, there’s something cute for the whole family this September.
Wicked Fun Disney Surprises Coming this October
Celebrate the most haunted of holidays at Shanghai Disneyland this October with resort-wide decorations, a myriad of character pumpkins and a special Villain’s Cavalcade led by Donald Duck beginning October 2. Guests are also invited to the resort’s first-ever late night Halloween party on October 31, featuring a new fireworks show to conclude the spooky day.
Throughout October, guests are invited to don their spookiest costumes and delight at “Donald’s Halloween Treat Cavalcade” featuring Donald and Daisy in their Halloween costumes. They lead the way along the parade route for this frightfully fun celebration with Disney Villains, over 50 dancers and of course their pals Mickey and the gang. Guests will also be able to celebrate the return of the hugely popular “Coco”-themed area in Adventure Isle and the return of Jack Skellington and Sally from “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas” at the “This Is Halloween” Dance Party in Tomorrowland. A selection of trick or treat locations will also be popping up around Shanghai Disney Resort, where guests can immerse themselves in the wicked Halloween tradition of tantalizing tricks and tasty treats. On Halloween Night, party zones will appear across Shanghai Disneyland, featuring DJs, Disney characters and live musicians, and the night will conclude with the “Halloween Villains Firework Show” featuring music, projections, fire and plenty of fireworks!
An exclusive range of special Halloween-themed food and beverages will be sold at a variety of locations throughout the park to keep guests energized for a full-day of fun, while new Halloween Mickey and Pals and Duffy and Friends merchandise collections will act as the perfect souvenir to help guests remember their magical visit to Shanghai Disneyland.
Time for Great Events throughout Shanghai
Autumn also marks the return of great annual events throughout the city. On September 14, Shanghai Disney Resort will once again be participating in the Shanghai Tourism Festival Opening Ceremony Parade, with a brand-new float and plenty of fun to be had throughout. While on October 19 – 20, be sure to dress up as your favorite Disney character and run, walk or jog around Shanghai Disney Resort with your friends and family as part of the 2019 Autumn Disney Inspiration Run.
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Discovering A Lifestyle Destination
Discover the newest landmark in Bangkok through the launch of the Jim Thompson Lifestyle Store, a true lifestyle destination for discerning travelers. The grand opening of the Jim Thompson Lifestyle Store in One Bangkok's new retail zone, The Storeys, marks a significant milestone for both the iconic brand and this landmark destination in Bangkok. Spanning an impressive 550 sq.m. with a distinctive duplex design, the Lifestyle Store offers a refined blend of elegance and cultural touch. Its stylish, contemporary layout creates an experiential shopping journey, combining retail, dining, and cultural heritage. The spectacular event started with the arrivals of guests, including top executives from One Bangkok, Thai Airways, Central Group, Siam Piwat, EmQuartier, and top luxury hotels. Dignitaries such as Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt and ambassadors from the United States, France, and Germany also attended, as well as representatives from the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates, the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, and the Tourism Authority of Thailand. The event was further elevated by the presence of notable Thai celebrities, including Anntonia Porsild, 1st Runner-Up of Miss Universe 2023, Kamonwarai ‘Pailiu’ Prajakrattanakul, and actors from Studio Wabi Sabi — Katsamonnat ‘Earth’ Namwirote, Tharathorn 'Oat' Phumpothingam, Methaphat ‘Tonliew’ Chimkul, and Saranvut ‘Pie’ Nittayasuthi. The elegant yet contemporary fashion show, titled Bangkok Dreaming, embodied the essence of the brand in high style. Showcasing a collection of 42 captivating looks, the runway featured renowned Thai models, including Miss Universe Thailand 2021 Anchilee Scott-Kemmis, Miss Universe Thailand 2016 Chalita ‘Namtan’ Suansane, Miss Universe Thailand 2015 Aniporn ‘Nat’ Chalermburanawong, and top models Cindy Sirinya Bishop and Apasiri Nitibhon. The styling reflected a journey through contemporary Thai lifestyles, with casualwear inspired by quintessential Thai settings, from tranquil beaches to the vibrant streets of Yaowarat’s Chinatown. The event also marked the launch of the AQUASILK collection, the brand’s debut in men’s swimwear. At the launch event, guests explored an extensive range of Jim Thompson products, savored delicious Thai bites from Jim’s Terrace – the brand’s first integrated F&B outlet – and enjoyed the Silk Exhibition, which showcases the rich history and craftsmanship of Jim Thompson’s renowned silk products. Jim Thompson Lifestyle Store is located at One Bangkok, G Floor, The Storeys.
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Savouring the Local Charm
The flavours of travel are experienced through tasting local food and seeing unseen places. Travelling like a local is the best way to learn and experience what a country has to offer. Don’t have enough time? Visiting a floating market provides a quick glimpse of this in just one short trip. Heading further south of Bangkok, Song Khlong Floating Market at Wat Taling Chan, a well-known floating market in Taling Chan, uniquely combines the riverside lifestyle of the locals with nature. Recently, in collaboration with the Tourism Authority of Thailand, the market launched the "Wow
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Strength Within
Moving forward relentlessly is the way. To maintain steady business growth in Thailand, Omnicom Media Group (OMG) has strengthened its leadership team by promoting OMD Thailand’s Managing Director, Jinnarat Sampuntharat, to Chief Operating Officer of OMG Thailand. She will collaborate with the OMG Thailand executive team, including CEO Rochelle Chhaya and CFO Noppadol Vetvoranich, to guide the business in one of the most dynamic markets in APAC. In line with this, Rerngrith Jindaporn has been appointed to drive the agency’s growth, operational efficiency, client relationships, and new business opportunities as General Manager of OMD Thailand. Additionally, to scale its insights and marcomms capabilities, Dr. Pittayaphan Sriweawnetr has been given broader responsibilities as Head of Insights and Marcomms for OMG Thailand. These strategic changes, part of OMG Thailand’s commitment to growth and excellence, reflect the network’s dedication to building a dynamic and forward-thinking leadership team. This also establishes a solid foundation for OMG Thailand to continue helping clients navigate the evolving media landscape while delivering impactful business results and growth opportunities. OMG Thailand’s strengthened leadership team now includes: Rochelle Chhaya, CEO, OMG Thailand Jinnarat Sampuntharat, COO, OMG Thailand Rerngrith Jindaporn, General Manager, OMD Thailand Nuvee Pongsathidporn, Managing Director, PHD Thailand Chaivut Eiamvuthikorn, General Manager, PHD Thailand Noppadol Vetvoranich, CFO, OMG Thailand Nannapat Chotrattanakarn, Head of Trading and Investment Dr. Pittayaphan Sriweawnetr, Ph.D., Head of Insights and Marcomms Waridda Burapathana, Head of People “OMG Thailand has witnessed great success over the past few years, with our digital capabilities and client relationships growing from strength to strength. This new leadership team is highly talented, and this structure provides a cornerstone for OMG Thailand to build upon, creating future-facing solutions for our clients,” said Rochelle Chhaya, CEO, Omnicom Media Group Thailand.