Author: Mr. Daps
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Disney Cruise Line Again Updates COVID-19 Policies
The Disney Cruise Line continues to modify its COVID-19 policies as the pandemic continues to evolve. In a sign that things continue to get better, the Disney Cruise Line has updated its vaccination policy for passengers going aboard the Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Wish, and Disney Fantasy. The updated policy allows unvaccinated guests to…
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Annual Halloween Tradition Knott’s Scary Farm Is A Can’t-Miss Experience
Knott’s Scary Farm has returned to Knott’s Berry Farm and this year is a can’t-miss experience! Scary Farm has branched out and made an experience that continues to grow each year. This year there are new mazes, scare zones, entertainment, food, and a whole lot of fun. The Daps Magic team was invited to experience…
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Disney Cruise Line Provides Update Ahead of Arrival of Hurricane Ian
As Hurricane Ian bears down on Florida, questions continue to mount about the status of travel to both Walt Disney World Resort and also for those traveling with the Disney Cruise Line. As this one-in-a-lifetime storm approaches Florida, Walt Disney World has provided operational updates that involve some minor closings but the theme parks and…
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Hurricane Ian is Now Category 2 as it Heads Towards Florida and Walt Disney World
Hurricane Ian is now a category 2 storm and continues to move closer to Florida, and with it, Walt Disney World Resort. As it continues on track towards Florida, the effects of the storm could begin being felt by the state as early as Tuesday. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said in a statement that tropical-force…
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Walt Disney World Resort Provides First Updates on Operational Changes Ahead of Arrival of Hurricane Ian
As Hurricane Ian looms closer and is expected to impact all of Florida, Walt Disney World Resort has provided the first updates on operational changes because of the storm. The updates can be found at disneyworld.com/weather and as of Monday afternoon were as follows: Weather Updates & Information Walt Disney World Resort is currently operating…
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Walt Disney World Reveals Lineup of EPCOT’s Candlelight Processional Narrators
An annual tradition is returning again this year to EPCOT. The Candlelight Processional’s history dates back to the days of Walt Disney at Disneyland. This tradition began at Walt Disney World in 1971. At EPCOT, the tradition includes celebrity narrators, the Voices of Liberty acapella ensemble, a 50-piece live orchestra, and glorious massed choirs coming…
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Disney’s DuckTales World Showcase Adventure Arriving at EPCOT Before End of the Year
Disney’s DuckTales World Showcase Adventure will be arriving at EPCOT before the end of the year it was confirmed today. Announced initially in December 2019, not a lot had been heard about it recently leading many to believe that the project might be canceled. This, however, changed this morning when Kartika Rodriguez, Vice President, EPCOT…
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Bob Iger and John Williams Receive Honorary Knighthood
Bob Iger and John Williams were honored with honorary knighthood before Queen Elizabeth passed away earlier this month. Both were given the title of Knight Commander of the Civil Division of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, or KBE for short. They were a part of the 2022 class that received honorary awards…
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Tropical Storm Ian Set to Become Major Hurricane as it Heads Towards Florida and Walt Disney World
Ian, now a tropical storm, continues to make its way through the Caribbean and toward Florida. As of Sunday night, Tropical Storm Ian was gaining strength as it passed Cuba. The National Hurricane Center expects Ian to become a hurricane on Monday and a major hurricane by Tuesday. Current models haven’t nailed down where exactly…
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Terminal C Walt Disney World Store Now Open at Orlando International Airport
The new Walt Disney World Store in Terminal C at Orlando International Airport is now open. Cast members came together this last week for a celebration of the grand opening. The opening celebration included a lot of happy moments including the traditional ribbon cutting. This marked a culmination of months of hard work for cast…
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Florida and Walt Disney World Under State of Emergency Ahead of Potential Hurricane Ian Arrival
On Saturday, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for all of Florida. This comes as Tropical Storm Ian gains strength and is expected to become a Hurricane sometime on Sunday. On Friday, Governor DeSantis issued a state of emergency for multiple counties ahead of the arrival of Ian. The initial state of emergency…
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James Earl Jones Retires From Actively Voicing Darth Vader
James Earl Jones has stepped back from actively voicing Darth Vader. Jones has voiced Vader for over four decades. While he might not be actively providing the voice for the role, his voice will continue to be the voice of Darth Vader. Variety is reporting that Jones has signed over the rights to use his…
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Hurricane Potentially Headed Toward Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World could potentially be in the path of a hurricane. Currently, a tropical storm named Ian is in the Caribbean and appears to be headed to Florida where it could potentially impact Walt Disney World Resort. Potentially this could be a Category 3 hurricane. The storm is serious enough that Governor Ron Desantis…
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No Disney Merriest Nites for Disneyland This Holiday Season
With all of the announcements for the holiday season at the Disneyland Resort, one thing was absent from the list: Disney Merriest Nites. This after-hours hard-ticketed event was offered last year for fans looking to celebrate the holidays in a unique way at the Disneyland Resort. The party included A Christmas Fantasy Parade, holiday-themed characters,…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Announces New Ticket Option and Other Offers
Hong Kong Disneyland has introduced a new ticket option. The new ticket option is an addition to their multi-tiered ticket structure. The new ticket is called the “Peak Plus Days Ticket” which is being offered on the most popular days and seasons. The new ticket goes for HK$759 ($96.69 US) for general admission of guests…
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Original ‘High School Musical’ Cast Members Coming to Season 4 of ‘High School Musical: The Musical: The Series’
Kylie Cantrall (Disney’s “Gabby Duran & The Unsittables”), Matthew Sato (Disney’s “Doogie Kamealoha, M.D.”), Caitlin Reilly (“Hacks”) and Vasthy Mompoint (“The Prom”) Join Season in Recurring Guest Star Roles Burbank, Calif. (September 23, 2022) – As season four production is underway in Salt Lake City for the Disney+ Original series “High School Musical: The Musical: The…
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EPCOT 40th Anniversary Specialty Foods Announced
EPCOT’s 40th Anniversary is on October 1, 2022. The park that is all about possibility first opened its gates to guests on October 1, 1982. The day will include special 40th Anniversary merchandise and now it is known that it will also include special foods! Disney has shared what many of those foods will be.…
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Andor Blasts Off in New Direction as Star Wars Series Starts – Mr. Daps’ Review
Andor, the newest Star Wars original series, is now streaming its first three episodes on Disney+. This series follows the path that Cassian Andor takes leading up to the events of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. This week, Star Wars fans got to see this Cassian Andor in action again. However, he is a…
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Judge Tosses Out Disney’s Request to Dismiss ‘Muppet Babies’ Lawsuit
A federal judge has denied a request by The Walt Disney Company to dismiss a lawsuit brought against it regarding its reboot of Muppet Babies. The lawsuit is being brought against the company by the original writer, Jeffrey Scott, for the 80s animated television show of the same name. He claims the company misused his…
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Mickey and Friends Halloween Cavalcade Float Updated at Disneyland
The Mickey and Friends Halloween Cavalcade is looking better than ever! Yesterday, it debuted an updated float for Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy in their new Halloween costumes at the end of the cavalcade. The updated float is the same float that has been in the cavalcade throughout the season. However, it…
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Disney Unveils EPCOT’s 40th Anniversary Merchandise
On October 1, 2022, EPCOT will be celebrating its 40th anniversary, Today, Disney previewed merchandise that will be available for this celebration. The collection will launch on October 1, 2022 at Creations Shop at EPCOT. Some items will also be arriving on shopDisney.com. Additional items will be released throughout the month. The collection also features…
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‘Dancing with the Stars’ to Celebrate King of Rock ‘n’ Roll with ‘Elvis Night’ on September 26 on Disney+
“Elvis Night” – The 15 remaining couples “Can’t Help Falling in Love” with Elvis this week as they take on all-new dance styles to music by The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Week two of the mirorrball competition will stream live MONDAY, SEPT. 26 (8:00pm ET / 5:00pm PT), on Disney+. (TV-PG, L) Watch episode…
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Marvel Studios’ ‘Fantastic Four’ Finds its Scribes
Marvel Studios’ movie that will kick off Phase 6 has found its writers. Jeff Kaplan and Ian Springer will be writing the script for Fantastic Four. The duo has been working with Kevin Feige for some time and now will be working with director Matt Shakman on the script for this film. Deadline is reporting…
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VIDEO & PHOTOS: The Incredible Hulk Arrives at Avengers Campus
The Incredible Hulk has arrived at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure. His arrival was announced initially by Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro and Marvel Studios President Keven Feige during D23 Expo 2022. During a presentation on the parks and resorts, the duo was joined by Hulk on stage in front of…