Author: Mr. Daps
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Disneyland’s Tarzan Treehouse to be Reimagined
Disneyland’s Tarzan Treehouse is about to get a new theme and new backstory. Disneyland officials have confirmed that Tarzan’s days in the former Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse are over. The 80-foot-tall tree is man-made and originally opened in 1963. While Tarzan’s theme will be going away, the treehouse won’t. When the attraction reopens it will…
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Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind “Awesome Mix” Revealed
Recently the villain for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind was revealed. Now, the Disney Parks Blog has revealed the playlist for the attraction that will be opening at EPCOT on May 27, 2022. The playlist was developed by Imagineers who rode the attraction over and over listening to over 100 different songs to see…
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What a Difference Six Feet Makes – Thoughts on the Return of Traditional Disney Character Interactions to the Disneyland Resort
Today the six-foot social distance guidelines between Disney characters and guests was no longer a thing. With the return of traditional Disney character interactions what a difference six feet makes really became apparent. As guests ran into Mickey’s arms, joked with Gaston, posed with Iron Man, and danced with princesses, the entire feel of Disneyland…
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Disney Reveals Detailed Look at New Main Street Electrical Parade Grand Finale Float
Today Disney released a look at the new grand finale of the Main Street Electrical Parade. Designed by Ashley Taylor, this new float is inspired by “it’s a small world” in the style of Mary Blair. Both images and a video show a closer look at this new grand finale. The photos show how much…
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Traditional Disney Character Meet and Greets Return to Disneyland Resort
Traditional Disney character meet and greets have returned to the Disneyland Resort. This morning Mickey Mouse and the gang were greeted with cheers at 8:00 AM as they made their way into Town Square for traditional meet and greets with guests for the first time in over two years. The DAPS MAGIC team was on…
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Easter Bunny Visits Disneyland for Easter Sunday
On Sunday April 17, 2022 guests at Disneyland were able to visit the Easter Bunny in Town Square on Main Street, USA. The Easter Bunny had been visiting Disneyland all week leading up to Easter. DAPS MAGIC team member Angela was on hand to see the Easter Bunny on Easter. Throughout the day, he was…
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Happy Easter! – Looking Back at a Bunny Hop or Two at Disneyland
Happy Easter! Wishing you and yours a wonderful day however you celebrate! One of the ways Disneyland has celebrated Easter in the past is with the Bunny Hop. This came in a couple of different forms. Today, let’s take a moment to look back at two iterations of the Bunny Hop at Disneyland. In 2013…
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Tips for Magical Moments with Disney Characters
With the return of character meet and greets to both the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts, once again there will be another layer of magic returning to the Disney Parks. These interactions can be some of the most magical moments and create memories that will last a lifetime. It is important to remember that…
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Expedition Everest to Reopen on Schedule After Lengthy Refurbishment
Expedition Everest is expected to officially reopen on April 16, 2022, after a lengthy refurbishment. This Disney’s Animal Kingdom attraction closed on January 4, 2022. This comes after cast member previews in the morning and a soft opening of the attraction in the afternoon of April 15. With the return of Expedition Everest, it will…
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Cover Art Revealed for Star Wars: The High Republic Phase II
New cover art has been unveiled for Star Wars: The High Republic Phase II. The reveal was made on Star Wars: The High Republic Show. The new authors for the phase were revealed Zoraida Córdova, Tessa Gratton, Lydia Kang, and George Mann on February’s show. The first cover revealed was for Path of Deceit. This is written…
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Celestial Eson Revealed as Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Antagonist
Ahead of the official opening of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, more details continue to come out about EPCOT’s new attraction. Today, Marvel.com revealed that Eson will be the antagonist. The Celestial named Eson will make an unexpected appearance when visitors are visiting the Wonders of Xandar pavilion at EPCOT. Eson is looking to…
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Check Out All the Disney Parks Food Offerings for Earth Day
April 22nd is Earth Day. With the arrival of this celebration of our planet, both Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resort chefs are concocting and creating different dishes that help celebrate. Disney mixologists have also been creating beautiful new drinks to celebrate our beautiful home. Take a look below at the offerings that are going…
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Avengers Deployment Vehicle Unveiled for Avengers Campus in Paris
Disney has unveiled the newest vehicle for Avengers Campus in Paris. This is the Avengers Deployment Vehicle. It joins the Quinjet, which was recently shown arriving at Avengers Campus in Paris. The Avengers Deployment Vehicle, of ADV, will be tasked with deploying Super Heroes throughout Avengers Campus. They will then be available to meet new…
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Virtual Queue to Be Used for Return of World of Color at Disneyland Resort
When World of Color returns to Disney California Adventure on April 22, it will be utilizing a virtual queue for fans to reserve spots for the show. The virtual queue will open daily at noon. Guests who successfully make a virtual queue selection will receive a notification on the Disneyland App for where to enter…
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Billie Eilish Partnering with The Simpsons for New Short on Disney+
Today, Billie Eilish revealed on social media that she will appear alongside “The Simpsons” family in the upcoming short titled “When Billie Met Lisa.” The all-new short, featuring OSCAR® and GRAMMY® Award-winning artists Billie Eilish and FINNEAS, will premiere Friday, April 22, exclusively on Disney+. In “When Billie Met Lisa,” Lisa Simpson is discovered by…
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Reservations Available for Magic Access Members Ahead of Hong Kong Disneyland’s Reopening
Ahead of Hong Kong Disneyland’s reopening on April 21, reservations reopened on the 14th for Magic Access members. Magic Access members will get two days to book their reservations before general park guests with valid tickets will be able to begin booking their reservations. The reopening of Hong Kong Disneyland comes after the region was…
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“it’s a small world” Inducted Into National Recording Registry
One of the most iconic songs in the Disney catalog is “it’s a small world.” Written by the Sherman brothers for the 1964 World’s Fair, the song and the corresponding attraction eventually made their way to Disneyland and then other Disney parks around the globe. Now the song has been cemented into the history books…
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No Genie+ or Lightning Lane Needed to Meet Disney Characters When Traditional Interactions Return to Disneyland Resort
When traditional meet and greets with Disney characters return to the Disneyland Resort next week, Genie+ will not be something that is needed to meet them. Disneyland officials have stated that it currently does not plan to use Genie+ or Lightning Lane in conjunction with character interactions. The news comes just days ahead of traditional…
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Peanut Butter & Jelly Mac at Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival- GEEK EATS Disney Recipe
One of the most talked-about dishes at this year’s Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival is the Peanut Butter & Jelly Mac. Found at Nuts About Cheese, this dish is a completely new take on a long-time favorite! Of course, because the old adage “ask and you shall receive” appears to be true, Disney…
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Disneyland Unveils Magical Food Offerings for Return of Main Street Electrical Parade, World of Color, and Disneyland Forever!
The Main Street Electrical Parade is just a little over a week away from returning to the Disneyland Resort. When it, along with Disneyland Forever and World of Color, return, there will be several different food and beverage offerings available for guests to enjoy. This includes some favorite classics, some new offerings, and also a…
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Mr. Knight and Bruno – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #603
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week there is a lot of ground to cover with new things in the parks and coming to the parks…and beyond. On a rainy Monday night, the new projection show at the Disneyland Resort debuted. A montage accompanied song We Don’t Talk About Bruno on the front of it’s a…
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Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Costumes Revealed
Today Disney revealed the costumes that cast members will be wearing when Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind opens at EPCOT on May 27, 2022. Both on the Disney Parks Blog and also on social media, the reveal of the costumes came from a cast member preview that was called a Xandarian Expo. This gave…
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Gilbert Gottfried, Voice of Iago, Passes Away at 67
Gilbert Gottfried was an iconic comedian with an iconic voice. For Disney fans, he was also the voice of Iago in Disney’s animated classic Aladdin. This is a role he carried on well after the first film. Today his family shared on social media that he had passed away after a long illness. Glenn Schwartz,…
