Author: Mr. Daps
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New Starbucks Hoth “Discovery Series” Mug Arrives on Disney Store on Star Wars Day!
A new Star Wars Starbucks mug has arrived on Disney Store. This new mug, part of the Discovery Series, features scenes from Hoth. Hoth is the ice planet seen at the beginning of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. The mug is one of many offerings that arrived on Disney Store in celebration of May…
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GUIDE: Club Pixar Offers An Evening of Fun at Disney California Adventure During Pixar Fest
Club Pixar is a fun evening destination for guests at the Disneyland Resort who are visiting Disney California Adventure.
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May the 4th | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 4, 1979
On this day in 1979, nearly two years after ‘Star Wars: A New Hope’ was released, the first known use of the pun, “May the Fourth Be with You” was published in ‘The London Evening News.’ The saying was a play on the phrase, “May the Force Be with You.” It came in an ad…
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New Fairytale Romance Package Announced by JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort
The JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort is a beautiful hotel that is right next to the Anaheim Gardenwalk. It is also walking distance to the Disneyland Resort. This AAA rated 4-Diamond hotel opened in 2020 and has been giving guests a luxurious place to stay in Anaheim ever since. Today, a new offering from this hotel was…
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Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume and All That Glitters: The Crown Jewels of the Walt Disney Archives Heading to Arlington Museum of Art
Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume and All That Glitters: The Crown Jewels of the Walt Disney Archives is heading to Arlington, Texas. This exhibits will be opening at the Arlington Museum of Art on September 14, 2024. It is the first time that the two exhibits will be shown together in a single…
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Disney Store Showcases Plenty of New Star Wars Merchandise Ahead of May the 4th
May the 4th, or Star Wars Day, is almost upon us! Ahead of this Star Wars holiday, Disney Store has shared some of the items that will be appearing on its website for this special day. This includes something for every type of Star Wars fan. There is a Jar Jar Binks hat, a C-3PO…
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Pixar Fest at the Disneyland Resort – Daps Magic (the Podcast)
Welcome to Daps Magic (the Podcast)! On this episode, Mr. Daps is joined by Lindsay from @ChasingMagicDaily to discuss their recent experience covering the opening of Pixar Fest at the Disneyland Resort! Throughout the discussion, Mr. Daps and Lindsay talk about their favorite moments during the media event, the variety of offerings at Pixar Fest,…
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Disneyland Paris Adding ‘Up’ Scene in Storybook Land Attraction
A new scene based on Disney & Pixar’s ‘Up’ is coming to Le Pays des Contes de Fées, or Storybook Land Canal Boats, at Disneyland Paris.
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Disney’s ‘Launchpad’ Returns for a Third Season, Inviting Storytellers to Share Their Unique Perspectives
Today, The Walt Disney Studios announced a third season of Disney’s “Launchpad”. The live action shorts program, an initiative dedicated to fostering emerging talent and amplifying diverse voices in filmmaking, invites aspiring writers and directors from underrepresented backgrounds or those with a unique perspective to produce a short as part of the Disney Launchpad: Shorts…
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When the Cat’s Away | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 3, 1929
On this day in 1929, the Mickey Mouse cartoon short ‘When the Cat’s Away’ was released. It was unique as the only classic cartoon to depict Mickey and Minnie as the size of regular mice. They are much larger in all other appearances. ‘When the Cat’s Away’ is also the last time that Minnie can…
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Knott’s Berry Farm Announces Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch at Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant
Mother’s Day is on May 12 this year. Ahead of the big day, Knott’s Berry Farm has announced that there will be a Mother’s Day champagne brunch offered at Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant. The brunch will be offered from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The last seating for will be at 3:00 PM. Reservations…
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It’s Time to Talk About Bruno at Disney California Adventure
Bruno is now meeting and greeting with people at Disney California Adventure at the Disneyland Resort.
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Disney Cruise Line Unveils Entertainment Offerings for Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point
With just a month until the Disney Cruise Line begins taking guests to Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, more details about this new destination are being revealed. Earlier this week, some food and beverage offerings were shared. Today, the Disney Cruise Line shared some of the entertainment offerings that will also be available! They…
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Disneyland Resort 2024 Announces New Limited-Time Summer Ticket and Hotel Discount Offers
Discounts on tickets and hotel stays have been announced by the Disneyland Resort for the summer of 2024!
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Paseo, Céntrico and Tiendita Now Open in Downtown Disney District
Paseo, Céntrico and Tiendita are now officially open in Downtown Disney District offering modern and authentic Mexican cuisine!
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Geek Eats: Disney Cruise Line’s Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point Food Guide
Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point will soon be welcoming guests from the Disney Cruise Line to this magical island paradise. When it opens on June 6th, guests won’t just be experiencing a beautiful location. They will also be able to have some incredible food and beverage offerings that come with it! They will get…
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Big Al Statue Arrives at Disney California Adventure
A statue of Big Al, the iconic character from the Country Bear Jamboree, has arrived at Disney California Adventure. The statue of the character has appeared at the newly reopened Disney Vacation Club stand in Grizzly Peak near Grizzly River Run. The area is now called the Grizzly Peak Recreation Area. Daps Magic team member…
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Iron Man | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 2, 2008
On this day in 2008, the Marvel Studios film ‘Iron Man’ was released in theaters. It was the first film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The plot follows billionaire playboy genius Tony Stark who is injured behind enemy lines when a weapons presentation goes wrong. He builds a primitive suit to escape captivity and then…
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A Photo Tour of Disney’s Hollywood Studios From 1989
On May 1, 1989, Disney’s Hollywood Studios officially opened and let guests enter the world of movies when they visited Walt Disney World Resort. Within a couple of months of opening, Daps Magic team member Doug visited this new park with his 35mm camera. Below is a look at this day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios…
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California Sole Closes Doors in Downtown Disney District
California Sole has shut its doors for the last time in the Downtown Disney District. The owners of California Sole took to Instagram to bid the Disneyland Resort goodbye. The couple shared that they are pursuing other interests. The final day of operation was on April 29, 2024. The location, formerly known as Sanuk, opened…
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Stay in ‘Up’ House or ‘Inside Out 2’ HQ With New Airbnb Icons Offerings
Airbnb has announced a new collection of experiences for guests to have called Icons. This category of offerings offer the chance to experience some of their favorite icons across music, film, art, sports, and beyond. This exclusive collection of experiences to Airbnb include the opportunity to stay in the house from Disney and Pixar’s Up…
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New Walls and New Signs Appear as Critter Country Closes
New walls and signs have appeared around Critter Country as it prepares two new shops and the opening of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure!
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EPCOT to Soon Display Veteran Portraits by President George W. Bush
May is National Military Appreciation Month. Soon, Walt Disney World Resort will be welcoming a portraits of veterans that were painted by former President George W. Bush to EPCOT. Disney shared today that starting on June 9, “Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief’s Tribute to America’s Warriors, a special exhibit from the George W. Bush Institute, will…
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Disney Shares Vintage Photos of Disney’s Hollywood Studios on 35th Anniversary
Take a look at these vintage photos of Disney’s Hollywood Studios as the Walt Disney World Resort park celebrates its 35th anniversary!