Author: Mr. Daps
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The Brewers of The Garden View Lounge – Tea Experience
The Garden View Lounge – Tea Experience is reopening. This is being led by a cast member named Amber who has been with Disney for 15 years. She started her Disney journey in the Disney College Program. Now, she is helping brew a magical experience for guests with The Garden View Lounge – Tea Experience.…
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Plaza Inn at Disneyland Offering Father’s Day Brunch Buffet
Plaza Inn is a fantastic place to eat on a regular basis. For holidays, it can get even more magical. For both Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, the restaurant at the end of Main Street, U.S.A., will be offering a brunch buffet for those who want to celebrate with delicious food and some favorite Disney…
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Toy Story: Animated StoryBook | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 24, 1996
On this day in 1996, the ‘Toy Story: Animated StoryBook’ video game was released. Published by Disney Interactive, this series of CD-ROM games brought kids aged 4-8 into the world of their favorite 1990s Disney and Pixar films. For ‘Toy Story,’ a 15-page interactive digital storybook was narrated by Hamm and mirrored the story of…
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Disney Reveals New Poster for Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run with the Mandalorian and Grogu
May 22nd will be a day long remembered by Star Wars fans. Not only will The Mandalorian and Grogu arrive in theaters. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run will be receiving new missions and destinations. These new adventures will also include the Mandalorian and Grogu! This comes a month after the timeline expansion happens in Star Wars:…
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Disney and Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’ Home Release Dates Revealed!
Disney and Pixar’s Hoppers will soon be available for fans to watch from the comfort of their own homes. Today it was announced that the film will be arriving digitally on April 28th. This will be followed by a 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD release on June 2nd. In both cases, there will be…
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Geek Eats: Disney Parks May the 4th Food Guide
May the 4th, or Star Wars Day, is almost upon us! This year, there are quite a few Star Wars inspired food, beverages, and even novelties to be enjoyed by Star Wars fans of all ages. These offerings will be found in theme parks at the Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, and even Disneyland…
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Disney Cruise Line and Port of San Diego Announce Extension of Homeport Partnership Through 2031
The Disney Cruise LIne and the Port of San Diego announced an extension to their partnership through at least 2031. This will see a doubling of annual sailing by Disney from the port each year. This will give guests even more opportunities to embark on magical vacations with visits to Catalina Island, Baja and the…
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Frank Oz Returns to the World of Puppetry with New Webseries
It has been quite some time, but Frank Oz has returned to the world of puppetry… just not The Muppets. However, there is cause for Muppets fans to be excited. A new series of shorts called Judge Boing Boing has arrived on YouTube. Along with the three episodes being released, two interviews with Frank Oz…
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Cruising the Disney Magic: A Western Caribbean Review from Galveston
Join Mr. Daps and Johnny for a deep dive into the world of Disney Cruise Line! In this episode, we are reporting back from a seven-night Western Caribbean cruise aboard the Disney Magic. Whether you are a seasoned sailor or planning your very first voyage, we’re breaking down what makes the very first ship in…
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A Table is Waiting | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 23, 2011
On this day in 2011, “A Table is Waiting” became a permanent stage show at Tokyo DisneySea. The food-themed show first ran in 2008 for a limited time, but then returned as part of the 10th anniversary celebration. Lumiere hosted a banquet of musical flavors, featuring the cuisines of Mexico, India, the U.S., Japan, and…
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Kenai and Koda From ‘Brother Bear’ Appear in Disney California Adventure for Earth Day
Today is Earth Day! To celebrate this special day, Kenai and Koda have made a surprise appearance in Disney California Adventure. The duo of bears could be seen near the Grizzly River Run Water Wheel. Guests were quite excited to see the bears (no, not the Country Bears) make an appearance for Earth Day. Friend of Daps…
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Geek Eats: Orange-Cranberry Scone Recipes from The Garden View Lounge
The Garden View Lounge – Tea Experience at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has some delicious treats and sips to enjoy by those who experience this magical offering. Some of the favorites are the Orange Cranberry Scones. For those who want to relive the magic of The Garden View Lounge or want some Disney…
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Celebrate Mother’s Day at Disneyland’s Plaza Inn!
May 10th is Mother’s Day. This is a special day at the Disneyland Resort. Often, carnations are handed out to mothers as they enter Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. For those who want to add even more magic for mom on Mother’s Day, Plaza Inn will be offering a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet. This will…
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Star Wars and CHOC Stars – GEEKS CORNER #812
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week is stellar in the corner! The geeks have plenty to geek out about. The “toy box” is officially open on Batuu! We’re breaking down the latest news from the galaxy, including the return of legendary heroes like Luke, Leia, and Han Solo to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Plus, we…
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GUIDE: Transferring Badges for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event will soon be upon us. Ahead of the arrival of this ultimate Disney get-together, there is the opportunity to transfer badges from one name to another. Badges can be transferred to other members of the purchaser’s party, now through July 10, 2026, at 8:59 p.m. PT. The badges will…
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Winnie the Pooh – The Hundred-Acre Wood Cookbook – Mr. Daps’ Review
Winnie the Pooh – The Hundred-Acre Wood Cookbook is now available to purchase wherever books are sold. This book comes out as the world celebrates 100 years of this beloved “silly old bear.” This cookbook is a fantastic way to bring the celebration home, into the kitchen, and ultimately to the dining table. It is…
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Earth Day at Walt Disney World | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 22, 1996
On this day in 1996, the ‘Earth Day at Walt Disney World’ TV special aired on the Disney Channel. Dana Delany and Ed Begley, Jr. hosted the one-hour program that promoted ways families could protect the environment. Then-Vice President Al Gore introduced the show, and a variety of celebrities like John Travolta, Ted Danson, Kristie…
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Kim Irvine and Mother Leota Toombs Honored with Window on Main Street, U.S.A. At Disneyland
There are two incredible honors that Disney gives that stands out above many others. One is that of being named a Disney Legend. The other is being honored with a window on Main Street, U.S.A. On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, retired Imagineer Kim Irvine became someone who will receive both. Before Disneyland opened, a special…
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New Disney Cruise Line Deal Gives 50% Discount for Kids’ Fares
The Disney Cruise Line is one of the best way to be completely immersed in Disney. Disney Cruise Line allows guests to spend every hour of their waking day enjoying Disney magic. For a limited time, there will be a 50% discount on select cruises that are booked between now and June 14th for cruises…
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Paris Hilton Takes a Spin in Newest Teacup Confessions
The Disney Parks have been releasing a fun series of short videos on Tuesdays recently. Called Teacup Confessions, it has some favorite stars taking a spin on the Mad Tea Party at either Disneyland or Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. This is done while they “spill the tea” with hot takes and updates about current…
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Disney Provides Details and First Look at Disney Lakeshore Lodge
Disney has provided details and first look for its new Disney Lakeshore Lodge At Walt Disney World Resort. This new resort will allow guests to step into nature’s story and projected to open in the summer of 2027. This Disney Vacation Club resort will “ invite members and guests to celebrate the beauty and magic of…
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Avatar: Fire and Ash – Mr. Daps’ Review
Avatar: Fire and Ash tells the next chapter of Jake and the Na’vi on the planet of Pandora. This film sees Jake and family dealing with grief and family challenges while facing off against an aggressive Na’vi tribe who ally themselves with Miles Quaritch to destroy Pandora’s ecosystem. This continues the bigger story of the…
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3 Reasons to Participate in the 2026 CHOC Walk in the Park
The CHOC Walk in the Park is on Sunday, August 2, 2026, before the parks open at The Happiest Place on Earth. Thousands of supporters of Rady Children’s Health Orange County (formerly CHOC) will be walking through Disneyland and Disney California Adventure together for this positive cause. Team Daps Magic will be among them (Join…
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Disney Live! Mickey’s Magic Show | DISNEY THIS DAY | April 21, 2006
On this day in 2006, the Disney Live! Mickey’s Magic Show touring production had its opening night in Columbia, South Carolina. Mickey Mouse, the master magician, was joined by a cast of illusionists, including Brad Ross and Zach Williams, as well as a group of favorite Disney characters. Audiences were amazed by mind-blowing illusions that…