Author: Mr. Daps
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Top 7 Yet-To-Be-Trending Photo Spots at Disney California Adventure Park
If you’ve been to any Disney Park recently, you know that “Instagram Walls” and “Selfie Spots” are one of the definitely trending topics out there right now! Of course, who wouldn’t want to capture some great memories of the fun they’ve had at the Disneyland Resort and why not do it in front of something…
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Maestro John Williams Celebrates 40 Years Since Making Conducting Debut at the Hollywood Bowl
This weekend John Williams is celebrating 40 years of conducting at the Hollywood Bowl. The famed composer and conductor first conducted the Los Angeles Philharmonic in 1978. It also marked his first time conducting for the public. He would go on to become one of the world’s most famous conductors. At the same time, he…
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Adult Disneyland? – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of DISNEY Reporter. This week there is a lot of ground to cover. The Disney and geek headlines begin with news that adult beverages will be served in Oga’s Cantina in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. This will be in both Disney’s Hollywood Studios and also Disneyland. The reactions to this are mixed.…
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Knott’s Scary Farm Preview Event Promises Frightfully Fun Halloween Season
On Thursday night Knott’s Berry Farm hosted media and annual passholders for an event announcing this year’s Knott’s Scary Farm offerings. The event took place after the park had closed and was hosted by Jeff Tucker and from start to finish was a frightfully fun event. The event took place in the Charles M. Schulz…
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Adult Beverages Coming to Galaxy’s Edge at the Disneyland Resort – Thoughts by Mr. DAPs
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will be arriving at the Disneyland Resort in 2019. With it, comes new experiences, entertainment, and probably things we haven’t even considered yet. This will be the ultimate immersive Disney experience to date when it opens. Yesterday, it was announced that Oga’s Cantina in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will sell alcohol.…
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Local Watering Hole, Oga’s Cantina Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in 2019 with Adult Beverages
Today it was announced that Oga’s Cantina will be opening in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in 2019. With the announcement on the Disney Parks Blog, more information was released via the Orange County Register. This includes some things that are sure to excite fans. Some other things will change some things at the Disneyland Resort…
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Hocus Pocus – Home Entertainment Review by Mr. DAPs
Max Dennison and his sister Dani move to Salem, Massachusets from California. Arriving just a week before Halloween, they soon find themselves living what they thought to be a superstitious tale. This happens after they accidentally bring three evil witches, the Sanderson sisters back to life. With the help of a cat, they have to…
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New Baby Giraffe Makes Debut in Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
A new baby giraffe has arrived at the Kilimanjaro Safari at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Named Aella, she is currently a two-month-old Masai giraffe calf. She was born on June 29th and stood more than five feet tall! She has spent the last couple of months bonding with her mother Lily before making her public appearance. Aella…
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An Incredible Disney Difference – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 848
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week the geeks had to get creative due to some computer glitches. However, this didn’t stop the geekiness and they came to the corner. The show starts off with a discussion about this last weekend’s CHOC Walk in the Park. All three geeks participated in it and feel strongly about…
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Matt Smith Heading to A Galaxy Far, Far, Away as He Joins Star Wars: Episode IX Cast!
Doctor Who and The Crown fans who also happen to love Star Wars have reasons to rejoice. Matt Smith is joining the cast of Star Wars: Episode IX. The news came via Variety which reported that Smith’s role will be significant. This news comes from sources who tipped off Variety on this casting news. They…
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With a Dose of Disney Magic, CHOC Walk in the Park Raises Funds for Children of Southern California
On August 26, 2018, the Disneyland Resort opened its gates before dawn to help make an impact for the children of Southern California. CHOC Walk in the Park brings thousands of people to the Disneyland Resort to raise funds for these kids. Many of these kids wouldn’t have hope or a future if it weren’t…
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Disney CEO Bob Iger Shares More Details About New Disney Streaming Service Including Potential Name and Price
Disney CEO Bob Iger has shared more about the Disney streaming service. Set to arrive in 2019, details have been trickling out about this effort to compete with Netflix. Iger said that competing with Netflix and other streaming services is Disney’s “biggest priority” in 2019. “We have the luxury of programming this product with programs…
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5 Favorite Pixar Fest Offerings From This Summer’s Celebration at the Disneyland Resort
Pixar Fest is nearly over. Like a flash, the summer has come and gone. This summer was a wonderful celebration of Pixar at the Disneyland Resort. Pixar Fest brought with it new entertainment, experiences, and a whole new land to the Disneyland Resort. There are some absolutely fantastic experiences to be had before the summer ends.…
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Splitsville Luxury Lanes Rocks as CHOC Walk Ambassadors’ Rock’N Luau Raises Money for CHOC Children’s in Downtown Disney
Splitsville Luxury Lanes was the place to be on Saturday night. The annual CHOC Walk Ambassadors’ Rock’N Luau was held there this year. The night was full of bowling, raffles, Polynesian dancing, hula lessons, art, and even Elvis! All of this was to raise money for CHOC Children’s on the night before the CHOC Walk…
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Sunday Spotlight: CHOC Walk in the Park
For this week’s Sunday Spotlight, I thought I would highlight an annual tradition at the Disneyland Resort. CHOC Walk in the Park is a 5K where thousands of guests walk through the Disneyland Resort to raise money for CHOC Children’s. Over the course of its 28-year history, CHOC Walk has raised over $32 million for…
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Holidays & Haunts – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of DISNEY Reporter. Each week DISNEY Reporter shares the top headlines of the week in Disney and geek news. This week the news focuses on news around the Disneyland Resort and the Walt Disney World Resort. Things start off with the Disneyland Hotel tax incentives story. Also at Disneyland Halloween merchandise…
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Experience the Spirit of the Season at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom Park
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will soon be returning to the Magic Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Resort. This ticketed event is one of the incredible Christmas season offerings at Walt Disney World. The event includes special entertainment, holiday decorations, special photo opportunities, beautiful holiday lighting, and it even snows on Main Street! Mickey’s…
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GEEK EATS: Food Guide for the 2018 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival For a Successful Eating Experience!
The 2018 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival begins on August 30th. This year there is more food, wine, and entertainment offerings than ever before! With all that is being offered, it can be overwhelming to arrive at Epcot and try to pick what to experience on the fly. To make the experience even more…
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Pandora – The World of Avatar is Recognized as Best of the Best by TIME Magazine
This week Pandora – The World of Avatar was recognized as the best of the best by TIME Magazine. This new land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom opened at the Walt Disney World Resort last year. Since then it has become an instant favorite. Last year, I recognized Avatar Flight of Passage as my favorite attraction of…
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Make this Sunday’s CHOC Walk in the Park at the Disneyland Resort A Success with These Fun Tips
CHOC Walk in the Park will be held this year on August 26, 2018. This incredible event will give guests a chance to support CHOC Children’s as they walk through the Disneyland Resort. During the walk, they will see some of their favorite Disney, Star Wars, Marvel, and Pixar characters. Entertainment will also be found…
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Make a Difference and Eat Great Food at the Taste of Downtown Disney on September 5
The Taste of Downtown Disney® District is coming to the Disneyland Resort on September 5. This delicious event raises funds for CHOC Children’s. It also allows guests to experience the amazing flavors of the Downtown Disney District. It is the eleventh event of this kind at Downtown Disney. This event begins at 5:30 pm on…
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Disneyland Resort Proposes End of Tax Incentives to Anaheim in Effort to Improve Relationship
Disneyland Resort president Josh D’Amaro has sent a letter to the city of Anaheim. In it, he proposes the end of two tax incentives for the Disneyland Resort from Anaheim. The letter is an effort to sooth the relationship between the city and Disney. In the letter, D’Amaro says that Disneyland wants a healthy relationship…
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The Nightmare Before Christmas 25th Anniversary Edition Arrives on Digital and Blu-ray™ Sept. 2
The new edition of the cult classic treats viewers to stunning stop-motion animation, memorable music, edgy extras and for the first time—a full sing-along! BURBANK, Calif. (July 31, 2018) — Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” the stop-motion animated musical-fantasy following Pumpkin King Jack Skellington’s misguided mission to make Yuletide his own, was hailed as…
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Ghost Downtown Disney? – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 847
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week there is a LOT of ground for the geeks to cover during the episode. This last week the Disneyland Resort stopped work on a potential hotel that would have been on the grounds to the west of the Monorail in Downtown Disney. This came after issues…