Author: Mr. Daps
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The Beak and Barrel Offers New Immersive Pirates of the Caribbean Experience
The Beak and Barrel is now open at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. Guests who are able to snag a reservation for this Pirates of the Caribbean-themed pub can now experience what it is like to be a Disney pirate. This new pub is found in Adventureland at Magic Kingdom, and a scroll and a…
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Peanuts to Remain at Knott’s Berry Farm as Licensing Agreement is Extended
The Peanuts will be remaining at Knott’s Berry Farm for at least another 5 years. Six Flags, the parent company of Knott’s Berry Farm, has extended the licensing agreement with Peanuts Worldwide through 2030. This will see Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts remaining in some of the Six Flags theme parks.…
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3 Exciting New Things at Walt Disney World in the Fall of 2025!
Walt Disney World Resort always has exciting things for guests to experience. In the fall of 2025, 3 new things are adding to the excitement of a trip to the Most Magical Place on Earth! Last week, Daps Magic had the opportunity to sit down with representatives from Walt Disney World Resort to learn about…
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Pooh’s Heffalump Halloween | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 13, 2005
On this day in 2005, ‘Pooh’s Heffalump Halloween’ was released direct to home video by Disneytoon Studios. It was a sequel to ‘Pooh’s Heffalump Movie,’ which came out in theaters earlier that year. Winnie the Pooh and the gang take their new friend Lumpy the Heffalump for his first experience with Halloween and trick-or-treating. They…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Celebrates 20th Anniversary
On September 12, 2005, Hong Kong Disneyland opened its gates to guests for the first time. Fast forward two decades, and the park has grown with new lands and attractions, an expanded castle, and new incredible entertainment throughout the day and night. As it reached this milestone, The Walt Disney Company looked at the anniversary…
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‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ Returning to Theaters in 3D
Avatar: The Way of Water is returning to theaters exclusively in 3D for one week. It will be in theaters starting October 3, 2025. This comes ahead of the release of Avatar: Fire and Ash on December 19, 2025. A trailer has been released for Avatar: The Way of Water, which originally came to theaters…
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Walt Disney World’s Water Parks Brings Extra Pixie Dust to Disney Experience
It is very easy to overlook the water parks at Walt Disney World Resort. With the four main theme parks often being the primary focus of guests visiting The Most Magical Place on Earth, sometimes Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon and Disney’s Blizzard Beach don’t get the attention they deserve. During two recent media events at Walt…
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New ‘Monsters, Inc.’ Stage Show Heading to Hong Kong Disneyland
As Hong Kong Disneyland celebrates its 20th anniversary, some exciting announcements and details are being shared. This includes the new Wayfinders’ Table Moana-themed restaurant, details about the new Spider-Man attraction, and a new stage show that is based on Monsters, Inc. The new stage show promises to use new technology to make it incredibly immersive.…
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New Concept Art Revealed for Hong Kong Disneyland’s Spider-Man Attraction
As Hong Kong Disneyland celebrates its 20th anniversary, some exciting new announcements have come out. For fans of Moana, the new Wayfinders’ Table has arrived. For fans of Spider-Man, new concept art has been revealed for the new attraction based on the webslinger. A post on social media shared new images of the attraction, both…
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Take a Look at Wayfinders’ Table at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort
Wayfinders’ Table at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort opened on September 12, 2025, the 20th anniversary of this park. It brings the flavors of Oceania to life for fans of Moana looking for a bite to eat. This includes Voyagers’ Chicken Naan Pizza, Massaman Prawn Curry with Signature Rice, and Seafood Laksa Souple Noodle. The restaurant is designed…
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VIDEO: Test Track 3.0 at EPCOT
Test Track is once again open at EPCOT. After the third iteration of this attraction opened at Walt Disney World Resort this summer, people have been talking about what a great job Walt Disney Imagineering did with this attraction. During a recent trip to Walt Disney World Resort for Destination D23 – A Journey Around…
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Hong Kong Disneyland | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 12, 2005
On this day in 2005, Hong Kong Disneyland opened to the public! It was Disney’s second castle park to open in Asia after Tokyo Disneyland. Hong Kong Disneyland was built on reclaimed land in Penny’s Bay, Lantau Island. Special care was taken to incorporate Chinese culture, customs, and traditions into its creation, including feng shui.…
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The Lucky Nugget Saloon Becomes The Unlucky Nugget Saloon at Disneyland Paris for Disney Halloween Festival
The Disney Halloween Festival begins at Disneyland Paris on October 1, 2025, and continues to November 2, 2025. This takeover of Disneyland Paris, of all that is Halloween, will include incredible entertainment, characters (including Disney villains), merchandise, food, and the transformation of The Lucky Nugget Saloon. For the Disney Halloween Festival, this location will be…
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D23 Gold Members Can Get a $5 Mangonada + 10% off at Pepe by José Andrés in Disney Springs
D23 has announced a new Gold Members offer for those visiting Disney Springs. The offer allows for a $5 Mangonada + 10% off at Pepe by José Andrés. To access this deal, simply present your D23 Gold Membership card and let your server know upon check-in. About Pepe by José Andrés Pepe by José Andrés…
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Destination D23 Ends on a High Note with Disney ’80s – ’90s Celebration in Concert
Destination D23 – A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney was full of memorable moments that fans will carry with them as they go home and back into their own worlds. One of the highlights was the way in which Destination D23. This was with Disney ’80s – ’90s Celebration in Concert. This concert saw…
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Get a Head Start on Holiday Shopping on DisneyStore.com
While Halloween isn’t here yet, already people are beginning to think about the holidays. For those who are really planners, some of the holiday shopping (or all of it) is already done! For others, it is just beginning. Still others (like your humble correspondent) haven’t even started thinking about shopping or gift lists yet. Thankfully,…
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The Little Mermaid Float Smokes During Disney’s Paint the Night Parade at Disneyland
An issue with The Little Mermaid float in Disney’s Paint the Night Parade on Wednesday night saw it surrounded in smoke. Multiple people on social media shared photos and videos of the disabled float from Disneyland. According to those who were there, the float broke down during the first performance of the night as the…
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Disney Looks Back at 30 Years of ‘Toy Story’
30 years ago, the world was introduced to Woody, Buzz, and the rest of Andy’s toys when Toy Story arrived in theaters. This movie was revolutionary in that it introduced many fans not just to Pixar, but to CGI animation. Three decades later, many of the things that this movie trailblazed are now the norm.…
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Walt Disney World Resort Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
From September 15 through October 15, 2025, Walt Disney World Resort will be celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. This celebration can be found in the four theme parks, the Resorts collection, Disney Springs, and beyond. Last week, Daps Magic had the opportunity to interview Walt Disney World Representative Caris about some of the ways that Hispanic…
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Buzz Lightyear | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 11, 2009
On this day in 2009, Buzz Lightyear returned to Earth with Space Shuttle Discovery after two missions aboard the International Space Station. The action figure was sent to space in 2008 as part of NASA’s “Toys in Space” educational initiative. His 450-day tenure on the ISS made him the longest-serving toy in space! This Buzz…
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Disney Adventure Maiden Voyage Delayed to March 2026
The Disney Adventure’s maiden voyage has been delayed. Originally scheduled for December 15, 2025, the maiden voyage will now be March 10, 20256 in Singapore. Guests who were originally booked on the maiden voyage and impacted sailings between December 15th and March 12th have been notified by the Disney Cruise Line. Joe Schlott, President of…
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Disneyland Paris Reveals Plans for What is Coming for the Holidays This Year
The holidays are always a merry time of year to visit Disney Parks. Disneyland Paris is extra magical during the holidays. Ahead of this merry season, details about what can be experienced have been announced. This includes Mrs. Claus coming to the park for the first time, holiday entertainment, decorations, food, and more! Below is…
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The Muppets and runDisney!
Recently, the Daps Magic team had the opportunity to visit Walt Disney World Resort for the fall and holiday media event! This event gave a comprehensive look at all that is happening around Walt Disney World Resort between now and the end of the year. One of the topics that was covered was runDisney. This…
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VIDEO: Disney Legend Jodi Benson Sings ‘Disneyland’ From Broadway Musical ‘Smile’ at Destination D23!
Destination D23 – A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney was a fantastic Disney fan event. It was full of moments that celebrated the history and legacy of The Walt Disney Company. Some moments looked toward the future as well. One of the moments that was particularly poignant was with D23 FANbassador Disney Legend Jodi…