Author: Murray the Bellhop
-
Happy 89th Birthday, Mickey Mouse!
One of my earliest memories is with Mickey Mouse. But, it doesn’t have to do with the parks. Down the street from me was a video rental store. Yeah, that’s how old I am. Anyway, it was next to a grocery store and after my mom and I shopped for food we’d go to the…
-
The Future of Marvel Films Without Brian Michael Bendis
You most likely don’t know who Brian Michael Bendis is. For most people he’s not a household name. For comics fans, he’s a big deal. Bendis is responsible for a lot of the current Marvel Comics universe as it’s known right now. Is that the only connection to Marvel Studios? In a way, yes. He…
-
Disneyland runDisney Retrospect – runDisney Resolutions
With the Super Heroes Half Marathon weekend over, the Disneyland runDisney races are going on hiatus. It’s a hard thing for many, and it feels like they’re done for good. They’ll be back at some point. But, I am glad to have been part of them up until now. Although my journey started only in…
-
Why Volunteering at runDisney Events Made it More Magical
This last weekend was the last of the runDisney Disneyland races for a while. It’s a difficult time, but probably most difficult for a group of people that have been volunteering and then working the events for several years. I’ve been able to be part of that group for a time. Here’s some reflections on…
-
Marvel Comics News Digest 11/6 – 11/10/17 Featuring Jean Grey and X-Men Red
A lot of upcoming celebrations of the return of Jean Grey. She’s going to also get her own team to lead. Also a trailer for Avengers: No Surrender and info on a Lockjaw series. Marvel Releases AVENGERS: NO SURRENDER Teaser Trailer! Avengers: No Surrender hits comic shops January 2018! New York, NY—November 7, 2017—…
-
Knott’s Merry Farm 2017 Brings Back Festive Favorites and New Food
Knott’s Berry Farm transforms into a winter holiday place for Knott’s Merry Farm. This year it will go from November 17, 2017 to January 7, 2018. Calico Christmas There are many returning favorites to Knott’s this year. The Christmas Craft Fair features many artisans along the streets of Ghost Town. Carolers can be found singing…
-
Loki, Clarabelle, & Soundsational – Disneyland Update 11/6/17 & Sundays With DAPs
It’s time for Disneyland updates again! Even though this week is the transition week between Halloween and Christmas there’s a lot that was added on the weekend that is enhancing the parks already. But, also one thing that is leaving for a time. Holiday Transition Like I said, there are transitions of decorations throughout the…
-
Guide to Thor: Ragnarok Easter Eggs and Comic References
Thor: Ragnarok is unlike any Marvel movie, but it still has its share of easter eggs. If you have not seen the movie yet, don’t ready any further. Check out this post for a review instead. Then see the movie and come back here. Thor: Ragnarok Easter Eggs From the Comics Frog of Thunder In…
-
Marvel Comics News Digest 10/30 – 11/3/17 Featuring the Return of Jean Grey
Jean Grey is coming back and there’s a sale in her honor. And, Marvel Unlimited has announced what is coming to the app for the month of November. Celebrate Jean Grey With Specially Priced TRUE BELIEVERS: PHOENIX Comics! Ten $1 Comics Starring One of X-Men’s Most Beloved Mutants! New York, NY—November 1, 2017—The celebration…
-
Walt Disney Studios Paris – A Movie Experience Unlike Any Other – Part Two
Walt Disney Studios Paris Continuing on the photo and video tour, here’s the last two lands and some of the entertainment of Walt Disney Studios Paris. Toy Story Land Disney Studios Paris was the first of this now multi-park land. Slinky Dog Zigzag Spin, Toy Soldier Parachute Drop, and RC Racer made their debut here…
-
Walt Disney Studios Paris – A Movie Experience Unlike Any Other – Part One
Walt Disney Studios Paris For the Disneyland Paris Half Marathon I was able to visit both parks at the Resort. My first day was going to Disney Studios Paris. Here’s part one of my experience… Studio One The entrance to the park is not like any other Disney park. Instead of an open boulevard it’s…
-
Thor: Ragnarok Review – Is It Worth Watching?
Thor: Ragnarok is getting a lot of attention for being a good, but different Marvel movie. Is it worth hitting the theaters to watch, though? Here’s a review of the film so you can decide. Music Mark Mothersbaugh did a great job as composer for the film. It’s a unique Marvel soundtrack that doesn’t interfere…
-
Disneyland Paris to Get More Marvel in 2018
Disneyland Paris announced at the London Comic Con that 2018 will have more Marvel at the resort. June 10 to September 30 Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, Spider-Man, Black Widow and Star-Lord will be at Disneyland Paris. At Walt Disney Studios Park Paris there will be special shows and meet and greets with these super…
-
Concept Art Unveiled for New Disneyland Hotel Opening in 2021
Disney Parks Blog has unveiled concept art for a new Disneyland hotel set to open in 2021. This hotel has been announced previously, but little was known about it. Green The hotel has a very nature feel to it, with lots of landscaping and having natural elements on every level of the hotel. As the…
-
New Disneyland Parking Structure Coming With Updated Transportation
Disney Parks Blog announced a new Disneyland parking structure that will sit beside the Mickey and Friends parking structure. This new facility will be on top of the current Pinocchio parking lot. 6,500 spaces will be added to the current parking situations. In addition to the increase in parking, efficiency of guest parking will increase…
-
Avengers Launch Party for Issue 675 Coming Soon
AVENGERS #675 Launch Parties Herald the Arrival of AVENGERS: NO SURRENDER! The End of the Avengers is coming – and this is where it starts! New York, NY—October 19, 2017—This January, the end of an Avengers Era will come to the Marvel Universe in the form of AVENGERS: NO SURRENDER, a saga uniting the…
-
Disneyland Paris Half Marathon Experience – runDisney Resolutions
With the recent hiatus of Disneyland half marathons, you may be wondering what other runDisney races are like across the globe. I had a recent chance to do the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo Challenge at the Disneyland Paris Resort. Here’s what my experience was like… The Expo and Check-In Check-in really began at the Hotel Cheyenne. …
-
2018 Disneyland runDisney Races No Longer Listed on Site
Cancellations It appears that the listings for Disneyland runDisney races for 2018 have disappeared. Gone are the event pages on rundisney.com, and there have been tweets that people are being refunded for their Star Wars Light Side Race early registration that was scheduled for January. On the contrary, Walt Disney World and Disneyland Paris races are…
-
Orville Vs. Discovery – Which is More Star Trek?
Who would have thought that a debate involving Star Trek, but not Star Wars would ever be present? This television season there are two series that have its roots in Star Trek lore, though only one is canon. The Orville is a series on Fox developed by Seth MacFarlane. He’s stated that it’s not a…
-
Marvel Comics News Digest 10/9 – 10/13/17 Featuring Excalibur
A lot has followed the New York Comic Con. But, a highlight is the return of the Excalibur team for their anniversary. It was an X-Men spin-off series that took place in Europe (mostly) and brought some now popular characters much more to the forefront. Another big announcement is the formal return of Phoenix/Jean Grey…
-
Marvel Comics News Digest 10/2 – 10/6/17 Featuring Rogue & Gambit
Amidst the announcements this week before the New York Comic Con is the return of Rogue and Gambit together! Gambit is one of my personal favorite characters, and the couple has been a popular one in Marvel’s history. Also in announcements is that the Infinity Gauntlet associated Adam Warlock will be back, and a new…
-
VR Star Wars Experience Coming to Downtown Disney and Disney Springs
Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire is coming to Downtown Disney and Disney Springs, according to Disney Parks Blog. This will be a new, unique VR experience with a collaboration between ILMxLabs, Lucasfilm, and The Void. The attraction will be multi-sensory that will not only use VR headsets, but also smell and touch. There will…