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What would you do for the love of your life? Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment invites you to grab the bull by the horns in THE LONGEST RIDE, which releases on Blu-ray™ and DVD July 14. Up-and-coming stars Britt Robertson and Scott Eastwood will tug at your heartstrings as they bring Nicholas Sparks’ beloved novel to life.
Based on the bestselling novel by master storyteller Sparks, THE LONGEST RIDE centers on the star-crossed love affair between Luke, a former champion bull rider looking to make a comeback, and Sophia, a college student who is about to embark upon her dream job in New York City’s art world. As conflicting paths and ideals test their relationship, Sophia and Luke make an unexpected connection with Ira, whose memories of his own decades-long romance with his beloved wife deeply inspire the young couple. Spanning generations and two intertwining love stories, THE LONGEST RIDE explores the challenges and infinite rewards of enduring love.
THE LONGEST RIDE Blu-ray™ comes packed with 45 minutes of extra features that will take you further into the film’s two central love stories. Join Eastwood on the ranch as he learns from the world’s best bull riders to control the beasts and learn more about the production with audio commentary from director George Tillman, Jr. and star Oona Chaplin.
THE LONGEST RIDE BLU-RAY™ SPECIAL FEATURES
Deleted and Extended Scenes
A Writer’s Journey: A Day in the Life of Nicholas Sparks
Beyond the Ride
Bringing it to Life
Meet The Real Bull Riders
Luke’s Bull Riding School
Audio Commentary by George Tillman, Jr. and Oona Chaplin
Gallery
Blu-ray and DVD on July 14
You can check out the featurette HERE

Looking forward to Disney’s Tomorrowland next month? A brand new trailer from Disney’s TOMORROWLAND starring George Clooney has been released!
From Disney comes two-time Oscar® winner Brad Bird’s riveting, mystery adventure “Tomorrowland,” starring Academy Award® winner George Clooney. Bound by a shared destiny, former boy-genius Frank (Clooney), jaded by disillusionment, and Casey (Britt Robertson), a bright, optimistic teen bursting with scientific curiosity, embark on a danger-filled mission to unearth the secrets of an enigmatic place somewhere in time and space known only as “Tomorrowland.” What they must do there changes the world—and them—forever.
Additionally, a special presentation of the film, featuring more than six minutes of footage to be introduced by director Brad Bird, will screen exclusively in IMAX® theatres domestically and in select international markets beginning May 1. The extended first look of Disney’s TOMORROWLAND will screen directly prior to Marvel’s AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON and will play for the duration of that film’s run in IMAX.
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TOMORROWLAND opens in theaters everywhere on May 22nd!

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Winter is finally here, and for those of you who embrace the icy winds and heavy snowfall, a ski vacation is the perfect winter getaway. Feeling the cool air sting your face as you admire the dramatic mountain landscape from atop the ski lift & experiencing the rush of adrenaline as your skis first hit the snow and you stare down the mountain…there’s nothing quite like a day on the slopes. If you’re dying to jump right in and hit the snowcapped slopes, here is a list of 10 Winter Vacation Destinations you’ll want to check out.
10 Winter Vacation Destinations
Lake Tahoe
If you’ve never been Lake Tahoe is beautiful no matter the season! With many massive ski resorts and plenting of dining and nightlife venues, Lake Tahoe is a top destination for travelers. You’ll definitely want to bring your camera to capture the fun and adventure in the winter vacation destination.
Aspen
When you ask someone about to winter sports destinations, chances are you’ve heard the name Aspen, Co pop up. Why? Aspen has slopes that welcomes snow lovers of all skill levels. Plus, when you’ve had your fill of snow for the day, you’ll find plenty of high-end shopping and family fun museums you can check out. Aspen is a winter vacation destination the whole family will enjoy.
Breckenridge
This tiny little town of 4,500 at the base of the Rocky Mountains in Co is known for its gorgeaous ski resort, year-round alpine activities, highest chairlift in North America and Gold Rush history. You can walk downtown, that still has that victorian charm, and visit an array of boutiques, restaurants & bars.
Telluride
This small town in Colorado draws thousands of visitors each year with its array of snow-capped slopes. Spend your day on one of the many peaks at Telluride Resort or enjoy a scenic gondola ride over to the town of Mountain Villiage. You can also enjoy shopping & dining or any of the other winter activities Telluride has to offer.
Vail
Vail is one of the country’s most popular wintertime destinations thanks to its two prime ski areas: Vail Ski Resort and Beaver Creek Ski Resort. Enroll the kids in ski & snowboard school & enjoy the nearby mountain ranges cross-country paths. Plenty of lodging, restaurants, and shopping…you can find the perfect fit for you.
Big Sky
Big Sky not only offers big slopes just outside of Yellowstone, but they offer an array of activities the whole family will love like: Dog Sledding, Ice Skating & Sleigh Rides. The Big Sky resort offers ski lessons and child care so you can even enjoy a kidless lunch or dinner while on your family vacation.
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Stowe
Enjoy cross country skiing & snowshoeing as well as skiing the highest peek in Vermont! Kids can enjoy the ski school, adventure course or child care facility. You can also enjoy zip tour, gondola rides & a skating rink as well as plenty local restaurants and boutiques. Need a little pampering? Stowe Mountain Lodge can take care of that in their spa & wellness center…even your kids ages 6+ can enjoy the spa experience too.
Lake Placid
Lake Placid is the perfect destination for a family vacation, friendly reunion, or a romantic getaway. With a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities to choose from, the hardest part of planning your vacation will be deciding whether to join us for a weekend or a week! From skiing to skating, spa time to wine and beer tastings, the Adirondacks offers variety for all ages.
Gatlinburg
Surrounded on three sides by Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg takes pride in its mountain heritage and the local culture of this gateway city to the Smokies. Small town charm is everywhere you look – from quaint shops and unique art and crafts galleries to the walkable downtown area bustling with friendly faces, fun attractions and hometown restaurants. Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort & Amusement Park provides year-round ice skating and outdoor family fun in addition to great winter snow sports once the 120-person Aerial Tramway takes you to the summit. Gatlinburg vacations are action-packed and fun for the whole family!
Park City
Welcome to Park City, UT – This historic mining town is now world-renowned for skiing and snowboarding. Three major ski areas and the Utah Olympic Parks surround the city while the stunningly beautiful Wasatch Mountains provide a backdrop for an array of other winter activities as well. Enjoy a romantic weekend getaway at one of our many fine lodging establishments, dine at dozens of acclaimed restaurants, visit the galleries and boutique shops, or enjoy snowmobiling, fishing, snowshoe adventures, bobsled, luge, horseback, or sleigh rides.
If you’re looking for a fun family vacation or romantic getaway, each one of these locations has something special to offer. Hit one, or try a few…tag #msladventures on Instagram if you do visit one…I’d love to see your adventure on the slopes! Which winter vacation destination will you check out first?
Need some gear? You might enjoy this post:
Must Have Ski Gear For The Whole Family

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Father’s Day and the start of summer go hand in hand, dad outside grilling, going to the beach or lake, fishing, being adventurous…sounds about right…right? So if you’re still scratching your head and wondering what to get dad for Father’s Day, how about a GoPro HERO + LCD from Best Buy!?
Have you checked out all the latest cameras and camcorders lately? Best Buy is THE destination for these & the new GoPro HERO + LCD! This new camera arrives in stores just in time for Father’s Day! Yes, you can get dad the latest gadget to film all his summer adventures!
The new GoPro camera is perfect for capturing sweet family moments, long summer breaks and every journey that lies ahead. Dad can capture incredible moments, like that fish that’s as big as the boat, the boys surf lessons or a day at the pool, and relive them on the spot with the LCD display.
Help Dad capture his adventures and relive them on the spot with the new GoPro HERO+ LCD—featuring:
1080p60 video, 8MP photos and built-in Wi-Fi, plus the convenience of a touch display.
Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® connect to the GoPro App for shot preview, total camera control and easy content sharing to Instagram, Facebook, and more.
Looking for some great offers before you take the plunge and buy one? Your in luck!
HERO+LCD (Sku 6954009) with free 32GB Extreme Plus memory card (Sku 9387066). Valid 6/14-6/20
Free $50 Best Buy Gift Card with purchase of the GoPro HERO4 Silver (Sku 8374096) or GoPro HERO4 Black (Sku 8374078). Valid 6/7-6/20
I know my hubby would love the easy sharing! And being able to capture memories without worrying about getting it wet, or sandy. It is the perfect camera for the action packed dad!
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Myself along with millions around the world are anticipating the biggest movie release in years, Star Wars: The Force Awakens. LucasFilm & Disney have been pretty hush-hush about this release only releasing teaser that leave us begging for more..and Harrison Ford showing up at D23 Expo didn’t help my anticipation any!
Today, merchandise inspired by the highly anticipated new movie Star Wars: The Force Awakens launched at retailers around the globe as #ForceFriday officially got underway. 3,000 retail locations in the U.S. opened their doors at midnight for fans to be among the first to discover new Star Wars products. With the closes target about 45 minutes away, I didn’t get to hit the stores early, so most of it was gone before I got there…I remember playing with micro machines as a kid and was so excited to head out to look for some #StarWars ones to hang around my office…While I didn’t get to get some Micro Machines I did pick up a few figures ????
Starting in Sydney and ending at Lucasfilm headquarters in San Francisco, Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media hosted an epic global live event to unveil key Star Wars: The Force Awakens products. Fans who tuned in to the Star Wars YouTube page were able to see the following toys unboxed by top digital stars from the Maker Studios network:
Additionally, fans tuning in to watch ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ on ABC were treated to a fun product reveal with Jimmy and his security guard sidekick Guillermo, showcasing Star Wars: The Force Awakens Voice Changing Masks exclusive to Disney Store.
Beyond lightsabers, construction sets, figures and collectibles, fans can find products across a wide variety of categories, including apparel for all members of the family, home décor, lifestyle accessories, books and more. New Star Wars products can be found around the world at mass and specialty retailers, such as Amazon.com, Kohl’s, Target, Toys “R” Us and Walmart, as well as Disney Store and disneystore.com.
I couldn’t help but take a picture with my R2D2 American Tourister Suitcase! I mean..it is #ForceFriday after all!
Highlights from the merchandise line found in the U.S. include:
A large collection of exclusive merchandise from Disney Store including role play items, talking action figures and figure play sets, along with themed apparel, tech accessories, mugs, journals and more
J. Crew apparel for men, women and kids featuring the fan-favorite “Chewie, we’re home” scene of Chewbacca and Han Solo from the Star Wars: The Force Awakens teaser trailer
A Star Wars collection of Rock & Republic® misses apparel and Mighty Fine juniors apparel offers female fans graphic tees, leggings, sweatshirts, hoodies and dresses available at Kohl’s
The ultimate Millennium Falcon children’s bed from Pottery Barn Kids, looking like something seen from a galaxy far, far away
A villainous take on home merchandise featuring new characters from the Dark Side, such as First Order Stormtroopers and Kylo Ren available at JCPenney
To preserve the integrity of key movie moments, an additional wave of products will be released closer to the film’s debut, when fans will be able to find additional items featuring the newest characters, including Rey, Finn, Kylo Ren, Captain Phasma, BB-8 and more. On December 18, a Play Set based on Star Wars: The Force Awakens will become available for Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition, the latest installment of the best-selling “toys-to-life” video game from Disney Interactive.
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STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS arrives in theaters everywhere on December 18th!

Your friends of Disney•Pixar’s Inside Out want to celebrate with you! We have a “boo-tiful” photo gallery of what they plan on being this year and would love to see what you will be as well! Extra candy corn points if you’re the characters of Inside Out! Additionally, as you attend or prepare your Halloween parties we have these recipes that will really call for a party in your mouth! Inside Out arrives on Blu-ray 3D™, Blu-ray™ Combo Pack and On Demand November 3rd!
Inside Out Costume Contest Gallery
Who will take…the Pumpkin Spice Cake?
Fun Recipes & Activity Sheets
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