Author: Mr. Daps
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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…
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Disney Helps Employees Invest in the Future with New Disney Aspire Program
The Walt Disney Company is helping employees invest in their futures. Today Disney Aspire was announced. This program is being billed as the most comprehensive of its time. Disney Aspire will give the opportunity of education to The Walt Disney Company’s 80,000 hourly employees. With tuition paid up front, it will give employees the chance…
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Disneyland Cavalcade Kicks Mickey Mouse 90th Celebration into 2019
A cavalcade on Mickey’s 90th birthday will kick the ongoing celebration into 2019. Mickey’s 90th birthday celebration, known as the World’s Biggest Mouse Party will span the globe and year! Throughout the course of this celebration, both Mickey and Minnie’s 90 years will be highlighted! Walt Disney World Resort The Walt Disney World Resort will be…
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New Happy Haunts Arrive at the Disneyland Resort in the Form of This Year’s Halloween Merchandise
The Disneyland Resort has started showing off the 2018 Halloween merchandise lineup. This year, there is a lot of adorable happy haunts to take with you (or have follow you home?). The merchandise can be found scattered throughout both Disneyland Resort parks. However, if you want to find the bulk of it quickly stop by…
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Sunday Spotlight: Beauty and the Beast Storytelling at Fantasy Faire
One of the most charming entertainment offerings comes from the Royal Theatre in Fantasy Faire. Every day Mr. Smythe and Mr. Jones currently tell the stories of Beauty and the Beast and Tangled. They are accompanied by their accomplished pianist, Sir Samuel of Morocco. The show is an abbreviated version of the animated feature. Mr. Smythe and Mr. Jones…
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Artist James Coleman Delights at Snow White to Star Wars – A Disney Fine Art Exhibit at Chuck Jones Gallery
On Saturday, August 18th a special signing event was held at the Chuck Jones Gallery at the Anaheim Gardenwalk. Beyond featuring the artwork of Chuck Jones, this gallery is hosting Snow White to Star Wars – A Disney Fine Art Exhibit. This exhibit showcases artwork from across the many realms of the Walt Disney Company. Snow…
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The No Go Hotel – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of DISNEY Reporter. The top story this week revolves around the proposed Disneyland Hotel that for now, is no more. Disney and the city of Anaheim currently are at a standstill revolving around tax breaks for this hotel. CHOC Walk is returning to the Disneyland Resort! With it, comes the Ambassadors…
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Guests’ Favorite Disney Characters are the Inspiration for New Couture Makeovers at Walt Disney World Salons
Disney style goes to the next level with hair, makeup and nails inspired by beloved Disney heroes, villains and more LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – From Ursula and Bambi to Cinderella and Minnie Mouse, guests are now indulging in an array of custom character-inspired makeovers at salons across Walt Disney World Resort. Disney’s new Character…
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The 25th Anniversary Edition of Hocus Pocus available on Digital, Movies Anywhere and Blu-ray 9/2
It’ll Put a Spell on You. “Hocus Pocus” 25th Anniversary Edition Appears on Digital and Blu-ray™ Sept. 2 For the first time ever, Disney’s classic comedy will bewitch audiences with We ♥︎ Hocus Pocus: Trivia and Treats Edition an exciting way to watch the movie! BURBANK, Calif. (July 31, 2018) — One quarter of a…
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Poe Dameron and BB-8 are Joined by New Character Kazuda Xiono in First Star Wars: Resistance Trailer
The first trailer for Star Wars: Resistance has been released. In it, there are some familiar faces that return and some new faces that are introduced. Star Wars: Resistance debuts on Sunday, October 7 (10 p.m. EDT/PDT) on Disney Channel, DisneyNOW, and Disney Channel VOD. More airings will be found after on Disney XD. Star Wars:…
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2018 Jingle Bell, Jingle Bam! Dessert Party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Offers Seasonal Presents for the Palette With Sweet Treats!
The spirit of the season will be even more spirited this year at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! As part of the Flurry of Fun at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this year, there will be the Jingle Bell, Jingle Bam! dessert party. This special ticketed event allows guests special treats and also a special viewing area of Jingle…
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Tickets for D23 Expo: 2019: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Go On Sale Thursday, August, 23, 2018
Actress Yvette Nicole Brown and Fashion Designer Ashley Eckstein Return to Judge the Mousequerade Costume Contest D23 Gold Members Enjoy Additional Savings and Member-Only Benefits Plus, D23 Expo 2019 Design Challenge Themed to Haunted Mansion BURBANK, Calif. – August 16, 2018 – On Thursday, August 23, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club will begin selling…
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Disney Puts New Proposed Disneyland Resort Hotel Project on Hold After Disagreement with Anaheim
A new hotel that was slated to be built on the west end of the Downtown Disney District has been put on hold indefinitely. This new upscale hotel was supposed to bring 700 new rooms to the Disneyland Resort. However, a disagreement with Anaheim has stopped the process. The hotel was supposed to begin construction…
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Star Trek: Discovery Casts Ethan Peck as Spock
Star Trek: Discovery is going back to the origins of Star Trek. As the show moves closer and closer into the space of time inhabited by Star Trek: The Original Series, the chance of overlap grows greater. Discovery is going boldly into that space. First, it was announced that Captain Pike would be appearing on…
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Join Elvis and Rock the Night Away at Splitsville Luxury Lanes for CHOC Walk Ambassadors’ Rock’N Luau to Raise Money for the CHOC Walk in the Park!
On Saturday, August 25th, the CHOC Walk Ambassadors’ Rock’N Luau will be rocking the night away at Splitsville Luxury Lanes as it raises money ahead of CHOC Walk in the Park. This hard-ticket event will kick off the CHOC Walk weekend with a mid-century modern blast. It will run from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.…
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Check Out the Complete Eat to the Beat Lineup for the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival!
The 19th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival has almost arrived at the Walt Disney World Resort. When earlier announced, the Eat to the Beat series had a lot of performance slots left open. Now, Disney has filled these slots in. With 32 artists total, this year’s Eat to the Beat series will bring…
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Support CHOC Walk in the Park on Chick-fil-A Cookie Day THIS Wednesday, August 15th!
There are many different ways you can support the CHOC Walk in the Park. One way is you can go to chocwalk.org/dapsmagic and support or join Team DAPS MAGIC! For those of you that like chocolate chunk cookies though, you can also support CHOC Walk in the Park by purchasing them at a Chic-fil-A in…
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Disneyland Resort Unveils New Annual Passholder Exclusive Haunted Mansion Merchandise
Today the Disneyland Resort unveiled new annual passholder exclusive merchandise. The merchandise is themed around the Haunted Mansion. It can found at Disneyana on Main Street and Port Royal Curios and Curiosities in New Orleans Square. https://twitter.com/DisneylandAP/status/1029095256296448001 The merchandise includes both men and women’s t-shirts, a wood tray, and a hatbox ghost plush. They are being sold…
