Author: Mr. Daps
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Pop!plegangers – A Fun Funko Holiday Present This Year
It’s hard to believe it but the holidays are almost upon us. In just about a month, guests visiting the Disney Parks will see lights going up, trees being decorated, and snow on Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland. This means it is also time to start thinking about what Christmas/holiday gifts are going to be…
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2024-2025 Disney Ambassadors Announced for Hong Kong Disneyland
The new Disney Ambassadors for Hong Kong Disneyland have been announced. Just days after the new Disney Ambassadors were announced at Disneyland and Walt Disney World, Beyan Tse and Gisele Abejero were announced as the 10th generation of Disney Ambassadors for Hong Kong Disneyland. The duo will officially begin their roles as Disney Ambassadors on January…
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Thomas Schumacher Transitioning to Chief Creative Officer Role at Disney Theatrical Productions
For 30 of Thomas Schumacher’s 35 years working for The Walt Disney Company, he has run Disney Theatrical Productions. This week Schumacher sent a memo to staff sharing that he is transitioning away from the role of president and producer of Disney Theatrical Productions to a new role of Chief Creative Officer. Andrew Flatt and…
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One Month From Today the 100th Anniversary of the Anaheim Fall Festival and Halloween Parade Begins!
In exactly one month, the 100th anniversary of the Anaheim Fall Festival and Halloween Parade begins. This anniversary begins with the 100th anniversary of the festival first this year and the 100th anniversary of the parade next year. The Anaheim Fall Festival runs from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Center Street in Downtown Anaheim.…
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The Magic is in the Details at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel
The Villas at Disneyland Hotel are now open with guests getting to experience the magic of the 16th Disney Vacation Club property. Daps Magic was invited to experience the grand opening of this new property and then tour it afterward. This included tours of each type of room that is offered, the pool area, the…
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The Villas at Disneyland Hotel Open With Musical Ceremony
This morning The Villas at Disneyland Hotel officially opened during a special musical ceremony at the Disneyland Resort in front of this new 12-story hotel. The ceremony was emceed by the current Disneyland Resort Ambassadors Nataly Guzman-Garcia and Mark Everett King Jr. The duo came out dancing to music at the start of the ceremony…
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Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Votes to Replace Disney Pass Perks With $3,000 Stipend
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District voted on Wednesday to replace perks that employees and retirees of the district received previously with a larger paycheck instead. The district board voted on a $3,000 stipend instead of Disney passes and Disney discounts that were once offered. This new offering last for two years before it is…
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New planDisney Pocket Guide Released For The Villas at Disneyland Hotel
Today The Villas at Disneyland Hotel will officially be opening and welcoming guests in for the first time. This new Disney Vacation Club property at the Disneyland Resort will offer a magical new place for guests to stay with modern amenities. The Villas at Disneyland Hotel pays homage to the history of Disney. With the…
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Disneyland Resort Holds Ceremony to Announce 2024-2025 Ambassador Team
On Wednesday, September 27, 2023, the Disneyland Resort held a ceremony in the Opera House on Main Street, USA to reveal who would be the 2024-2025 Ambassador Team. This comes as the current two Disneyland Resort Ambassadors, Nataly Guzman-Garcia and Mark Everett King Jr. see their two year term coming to an end. At this…
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Get Ready to Visit Disneyland & Walt Disney World Resort with Birnbaum’s 2024 Guide Books
Birnbaum’s 2024 Disneyland Resort: The Official Guide Book and Birnbaum’s 2024 Walt Disney World: The Official Vacation Guide are now both available on shopDisney for Disney guests who are looking forward to planning their vacations to either Disneyland Resort or Walt Disney World Resort. These guides have been a staple for Disney travelers for years…
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Disneyland Paris Pairs Up With Make-A-Wish to Make a Dream Come True for Alicia
For 30 years, Disneyland Paris has been granting the wishes of sick children, bringing them optimism, joy, and hope. Thanks to the Make-A-Wish France non-profit organization, Alicia got to fulfill her dream of meeting the dancers of the “Dream… and Shine Brighter!” show that has enchanted guests throughout the resort’s 30th Anniversary celebration. The young girl…
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Latin American Original series, “L-POP” Now Streaming on Disney+
BURBANK, Calif. (Sept. 27, 2023) – All episodes of the Latin American Original series, “L-POP,” are now streaming on Disney+. The new series invites audiences to discover the fascinating world of K-pop—the successful genre of Korean pop music that is already a global phenomenon—through a story full of music and dance. “L-POP” introduces Andrea (Andrea De Alba),…
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New Trailer for Disney’s ‘Wish’ Reveals Musical Look at Latest Disney Animated Film
A new trailer has been released for the upcoming film from Walt Disney Animation Studios. In this new trailer for Disney’s Wish, fans get to see what the music is going to be like for this film. They also get introduced to some new characters that will be joining Asha (Ariana DeBose) in this musical…
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Joffrey’s Kiosks at Walt Disney World Resort to Offer $1 Coffee on National Coffee Day
National Coffee Day is on September 29, 2023. On National Coffee Day, Joffrey’s Kiosks throughout the Walt Disney World Resort will be joining in the celebration and offering $1.00 hot (16 oz.) or iced (24 oz.) Walt Disney World Resort Blend drip coffee on National Coffee Day. At participating locations* guests will be able to…
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A Few Anniversary Celebrations – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #679
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week is all about anniversaries! Well, anniversaries and a puppy. Mostly though, it’s about anniversaries! This includes the 50th anniversary of Knott’s Scary Farm, the 60th anniversary of Doctor Who, and the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company. Along the way, the Geeks talk about the different offerings at…
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‘Disney Princess – The Concert’ Returning in 2024
Today it was announced that Disney Princess – The Concert will be returning to tour in 2024. The tour will include stops at 39-cities and begin on March 5, 2024 in Memphis, TN. Throughout the tour, attendees will hear a celebration of Disney’s iconic princesses performed by Broadway stars. Tickets will be going on sale for…
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The Walt Disney Company Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Beloved ‘Frozen’ Film With 10-Week Countdown Featuring Surprises Worth Melting For
Some films are worth melting for and, on November 27, 2013, the world was introduced to the Academy Award®-winning film Frozen from Walt Disney Animation Studios. The global sensation has warmed the hearts of all ages, and both Frozen and its 2019 sequel, Frozen 2, are among the biggest animated films of all time. The enchanting story of sisters Anna and…
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Streaming Innovation Alliance Formed by Disney, Netflix, and MAX
A new streaming industry trade alliance has been formed by several streamers. They have come together to advocate for federal and state policies that would benefit the streaming industry. The Walt Disney Company, Netflix, and Warner Bros. Discovery’s MAX are all a part of this new Streaming Innovation Alliance. There are also some other members of…
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Plaza de la Familia at Disneyland Resort Celebrates Everlasting Love and Familial Bonds
Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure continues through November 2, 2023. During this special time, there are plenty of ways to commemorate everlasting love and familial bonds with culturally rich experiences inspired by the Mexican traditions of Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. Recently, Mr. Daps stopped by Disney California…
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Disney ‘Encanto’ The Sing-Along Film Concert Kicks Off 45-City Tour
Disney Encanto The Sing-Along Film Concert has begun at 45-city tour around the United States and Canada. This interactive version of the movie allows guests to sing along to their favorite songs from Encanto along with a live 9-person band. As it began its tour in Grand Rapids, Michigan, it will head throughout North America…
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Walt Disney World Resort Announces Discounts for 2024 Visits
It is the time of year to start thinking about the next year! Ahead of the arrival of 2024, Walt Disney World Resort is announcing ways to save for guests visiting early next year. Disney has announced ways to save for guests visiting from January 9, 2024 through March 24, 2024. These discounts can be…
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Synopsis and Photos Released for “Empathalogical Fallacies” Episode 405 of “Star Trek: Lower Decks”
It’s hard to believe it but this week Star Trek: Lower Decks finds itself halfway through this season. This week, after a visit to Orion, there are some visitors on the Cerritos. This week’s episode is called Empathalogical Fallacies and was written by Jamie Loftus and directed by Megan Lloyd. It will begin streaming on…
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5 Can’t Miss Halloween Experiences at the Disneyland Resort
Halloween Time is being celebrated in full force at the Disneyland Resort. During this spooky time of year, there are plenty of different experiences to be enjoyed throughout the Disneyland Resort. This includes some incredible foods, entertainment, and of course attractions! While there are plenty of different experiences to be had during the Halloween Time…
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Disney’s Animated Classic “The Lion King” Returning to Theaters For Disney100 Celebration
Disney’s animated classic The Lion King is returning to theaters for a limited run starting this weekend. The film is returning to theaters as The Walt Disney Company celebrate its 100th anniversary. As part of the Disney100 celebration, some favorite Disney films are being shown in theaters. The Lion King will be in theaters once again…