Author: Mr. Daps
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Walt Disney World Introduces Interactive MagicBand+
Walt Disney World has announced a new interactive iteration of its MagicBand. This new MagicBand, called the MagicBand+ will allow guests to amplify and interact even more than they could with the traditional MagicBand. The MagicBand+ will be able to interact in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and allow guests to pretend to be a bounty…
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Thousands Come Together to say Goodbye to Happily Ever After at Magic Kingdom
On Wednesday night, thousands of Disney fans descended on Magic Kingdom for the final performance of Happily Ever After. The conclusion of this firework spectacular comes ahead of the arrival of Disney Enchantment, a new firework show that is part of Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th Anniversary celebration. Fans began to get spots for the…
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Disney Legend Tommy Kirk Passes Away at 79
Disney Legend and actor Tommy Kirk has passed away at the age of 79. Kirk was known for many classic Disney live-action films. This includes Old Yeller, The Shaggy Dog, Swiss Family Robinson, and The Misadventures of Merlin Jones. Kirk was honored as a Disney Legend in 2006. Tommy Kirk was born on December 10, 1941. He was…
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Walt Disney World’s Electric Water Pageant Debuts With 50th Anniversary Addition
The Electric Water Pageant debuted on the Seven Seas Lagoon with a new 50th Anniversary addition two nights before The World’s Most Magical Celebration officially begins at Walt Disney World Resort. This beloved water parade could be seen along the shores in front of Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Polynesian Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa,…
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Trailer and Poster Released for Disney’s Encanto!
Walt Disney Animation Studios shared a new trailer and poster this morning showcasing its upcoming feature film “Encanto.” The film tells the tale of the Madrigals, an extraordinary family who live in a wondrous, charmed place called an Encanto. Each child has been blessed with a magic gift unique to them—each child except Mirabel. But…
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It’s Almost the 50th– GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1152 (#573)
It’s almost the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort! The geeks celebrate that this week as they look forward to what will be coming for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebration and also their visit there. This episode is all about Walt Disney World and where it has been and is going as it…
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A Portrait of Walt Disney World: 50 Years of The Most Magical Place on Earth – Book Review by Mr. DAPs
A Portrait of Walt Disney World: 50 Years of The Most Magical Place on Earth is a substantial coffee table book that takes a look at Walt Disney World Resort from many different perspectives. Written by Kevin M. Kern, Tim O’Day, and Steven Vagnini, A Portrait of Walt Disney World is a treasure trove of…
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Southwest Airlines Joins Celebration of Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary
Southwest Airlines is joining in the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort. To join in the celebration, Southwest Airlines unveiled a 737-700 that was decked out for the celebration. It included sparkling EARidescent Disney decorations. Southwest Airlines is also celebrating its 50th anniversary. The plane was unveiled at an event at…
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EPCOT Forever Says Farewell
EPCOT Forever, the fireworks show in the World Showcase Lagoon, has said goodbye to EPCOT and Walt Disney World Resort. This show was always meant to be a temporary filler between Illuminations: Reflections of Earth and Harmonious. EPCOT Forever opened on October 1, 2019 and was expected to have a short run. However, due to…
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Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro Announces New Partnership Between Disney and Amazon
Ahead of Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebration, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro announced a new partnership between Disney and Amazon. With this partnership, Disney fans will soon be able to bring the magic of Disney into their homes to Amazon Alexa Devices. The new partnership will allow anyone to say “Hey…
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The Mysterious Benedict Society Renewed for Second Season on Disney+
BURBANK, Calif. (September 28, 2021) — Disney+ announced today that “The Mysterious Benedict Society” has been renewed for a second season. Based on the best-selling book series by Trenton Lee Stewart, the series follows four gifted orphans who are recruited by the eccentric Mr. Benedict. Created and written by Matt Manfredi and Phil Hay with Darren Swimmer…
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Disney Villains have returned once again to unleash their wicked ways at Hong Kong Disneyland Join the Halloween party and show off your “fun” and “wicked” sides in Disney inspired fashion
The spooky fun of Disney Halloween Time is back once again at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort! From now to October 31, 2021, the iconic Villains from classic Disney stories, as well as beloved Disney Friends decked out in brand-new Halloween looks, will gather to put on an incredibly fun and wicked Halloween extravaganza! Guests are…
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Walt Disney World Cast Members Receive 50th Anniversary EARidescent Nametags
Cast members at Walt Disney World Resort now have new EARidescent nametags ahead of the beginning of Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th Anniversary celebration. These new nametags feature EARidescent and gold details and feature the 50th Anniversary logo. The first cast members to receive the new nametags were that of the 3rd shift. Throughout the…
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EPCOT Transformation Reaches New Milestone on October 1, 2021
The transformation of EPCOT continues at Walt Disney World Resort and will reach a new milestone on October 1, 2021. Not only will Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure open and Harmonious on Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary kickoff date, three new neighborhoods that are replacing Future World will officially join World Showcase. Together World Showcase, World Celebration,…
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First Trailer for Welcome to Earth, Hosted by Will Smith, Arrives!
The Six-Part Series is Executive Produced by Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Darren Aronofsky, Protozoa Pictures, Jane Root’s Nutopia and Will Smith’s Westbrook Studios ‘Welcome to Earth’ Premieres this December on Disney+ BURBANK, Calif. (Sept. 27, 2021) — Today, Disney+ revealed the first official trailer for the six-part original series “Welcome to Earth,” streaming this December. The visually stunning Disney+…
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Tokyo Disney Resort Introduces New Disney Ambassador
This weekend Tokyo Disney Resort introduced its newest Disney Ambassador. Mika Ogasawara will be Tokyo Disney Resort’s 36th ambassador. She was selected from a group of more than 200 cast members, all vying for the position. “When my name was called, I thought I was dreaming. And then I became happy, and was filled with…
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Step in Time! A Visit to Magic Kingdom Park as It Was in October 1971
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – During the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort, guests can step in time by imagining themselves as one of the first to visit Magic Kingdom Park in October 1971. While some attractions may have received fresh pixie dust over the years, these experiences deliver magic today just as they did 50…
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Orlando International Airport Gets Decorated for Walt Disney World Resort 50th Anniversary Celebration
Guests arriving at Walt Disney World Resort for its 50th Anniversary celebration will frequently fly through Orlando International Airport. The airport is joining in with the celebratory fun and is now decorated for The World’s Most Magical Celebration. Orlando International Airport now has decorations throughout its four terminal stations that draw from the Disney Fab…
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Main Street Confectionery Reopens at Magic Kingdom on September 29th
Just in time for Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, the Main Street Confectionery hosted by Mars Wrigley will be opening on September 29th. The newly reopened store will offer interactive opportunities for guests to customize the treats to satisfy a sweet tooth. It will also allow guests to again watch as sweets made by…
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SCAREolers Return to Disneyland Resort for Halloween Time
A wonderfully fun music group has returned to the Disneyland Resort for the Halloween season. On Friday, September 24th, the SCAREolers performed for the first time in two years in Downtown Disney District. The group of six could be found at the main stage at Downtown Disney at 5:30, 6:30, 8:00, and 9:00 PM. This…
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Harmonious Brings Global Voices Together at EPCOT to Celebrate the Magic of Disney Music
One of the largest nighttime spectaculars in Disney theme park history helps usher in ‘The World’s Most Magical Celebration’ beginning Oct. 1 LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – Disney music serves as the world’s soundtrack across cultures, continents and generations as a source of joy, hope and possibility. Those emotions take center stage with “Harmonious,” a…
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Harmonious Added to EPCOT’s Entertainment Schedule for September 29 & 30
Harmonious is set to officially open at EPCOT as part of Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebration on October 1st. Earlier today it was announced that the Disney Parks Blog would be streaming a performance of the new nighttime show two days earlier. Now, Harmonious has been added to the entertainment schedule for the two…
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More Muppet Fun in the Parks Ahead of Arrival of Muppets Haunted Mansion on Disney+
Muppets Haunted Mansion arrives on Disney+ on October 8th. Ahead of the arrival though, there are already some fun Muppet-themed experiences to be had at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. The Disney Parks Blog shared some of the opportunities earlier this week. Check them out below. Disneyland Resort Currently at the Magic Key Holder…
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Walt Disney World to Livestream First Performances of Harmonious and Disney Enchantment
Walt Disney World will be livestreaming the first performances of its two new nighttime shows. It will be livestreaming Harmonious on September 29th and Disney Enchantment will be presented the following night, September 30th. These two shows are premiering as a part of Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary celebration. The World’s Most Magical Celebration begins…