Category: DAPs Magic News
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Surprise Eternals Sneak Peek at Disney California Adventure
Disney California Adventure has an exclusive sneak peek in the Sunset Showcase Theater which normally houses Mickey’s Philharmagic. The peek consists of explaining some of the origins of the Eternals on Earth as well as a trailer to conclude the preview. It makes use of lighting effects inside during key moments, though no other effects…
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runDisney Springtime Surprise Race Weekend Takes Runners on Nostalgic Journey During Walt Disney World Resort 50th Anniversary
Newly designed 2022 race weekend inspired by beloved races from the past with several new twists; Event will change themes each year LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Nov. 3, 2021) – The 2022 edition of the runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend, the newly designed running event at Walt Disney World Resort that will change its theme each year,…
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Adventures by Disney Announces Expedition Cruises to the Arctic
Expanded cruise destinations in 2023 offer families a unique way to explore the abundant wildlife and breathtaking landscapes of the Polar Regions and the Galápagos Islands GLENDALE, Calif. (Nov. 3, 2021) — Families will journey through fjords and pass ice floes as they explore the spectacular landscapes and diverse wildlife of the Arctic on an all-new…
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Knott’s Merry Farm Returns in Full Swing Starting November 19!
Knott’s Merry Farm is one of my favorite festive events anywhere. I look forward to it every year, and this year will be packing quite a merry punch! Starting November 19 and going until January 2 Knott’s Berry Farm will transform into a holiday jubilee. It is a very welcome festival since the park was…
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Disney Twenty-Three to Feature Encanto and More in Winter Edition!
THE STAR AND CREATORS OF WALT DISNEY ANIMATION STUDIOS’ NEWEST DAZZLING FILM DETAIL THE MAGIC BEHIND THE MOVIE ALSO IN THE WINTER ISSUE: THE BOOK OF BOBA FETT STAR—AND DISNEY LEGEND—MING-NA WEN; THE TALENT BEHIND STEVEN SPIELBERG’S WEST SIDE STORY; THE NEW HAWKEYE SERIES; AND CIRQUE DU SOLEIL’S DRAWN TO LIFE BURBANK, Calif. – November 2, 2021 – It’s challenging being…
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The Simpsons to Help Celebrate Disney+ Day with The Simpsons in Plusaversary Short
The Disney+ Day celebration is headed to Springfield in “The Simpsons in Plusaversary!” In the new short, “The Simpsons” host a Disney+ Day party and everyone is on the list… except Homer. With friends from across the service and music fit for a Disney princess, Plusaversary is Springfield’s event of the year. A Disney+ Day…
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Halloween is Here! – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! Each week, the top 5 stories of the week of Disney and geek news are shared here. This week, there is a lot of ground to cover with lots of it coming from Disneyland. First off, Disneyland has raised its ticket prices on most tickets this week. While prices remain…
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Birnbaum’s 2022 Walt Disney World: The Official Vacation Guide – Mr. DAPs’ Book Review
Walt Disney World is now celebrating its 50th Anniversary and Birnbaum’s 2022 Walt Disney World: The Official Vacation Guide is now available. This guide takes a look at The World’s Most Magical Celebration and offers lots of tips and trips for how to get the most out of a trip to Walt Disney World in…
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Why is Knott’s Berry Farm a Great Value for a Theme Park?
Recently a study was published by Etias examined which theme parks were the most and least expensive per ride. What that means is, what does it cost per amusement ride based on park ticket prices? It is not too much of a surprise that a certain park in Anaheim that started it all was one…
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A Holiday Shop, Movies, and More – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! Every week, Mr. DAPs covers the top five stories of the week from Disney and geek news. This week, there was a lot to choose from! Things start out at the Disneyland Resort where the Plaza Point Holiday Shoppe is now open. It opened this week and has merchandise for…
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Trailer Released for Season 2 of The World According to Jeff Goldblum
The First Five Episodes Will Be Available to Stream on Disney+ Friday, Nov. 12, as Part of the Disney+ Day Global Celebration BURBANK, Calif. (Oct. 22, 2021) – Today, on Jeff Goldblum’s birthday, Disney+ debuted the official trailer and key art for the second season of the Disney+ original series “The World According to Jeff Goldblum,” from…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Announces New Pricing Structure
Promotions and offerings continue for local residents, including new senior offer HONG KONG, Oct 18, 2021 – Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL) has today announced a new demand-based, two-tier ticket pricing structure for park admission, effective Oct 19, 2021. Under this new structure, there will be different pricing for 1-Day Tickets on Regular Days and Peak…
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Pictorial: Ron’s Gone Wrong U.S. Premiere
The U.S. premiere of Ron’s Gone Wrong was held in Hollywood on Tuesday night. For the premiere of this 20th Century Studios film, stars of the film Zach Galifianakis, Jack Dylan Grazer, Kylie Cantrall and Ricardo Hurtado were on hand. They were also joined by filmmakers that included director/screenwriter Sarah Smith, director Jean-Philippe Vine, co-director…
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Monorails and More – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! Every week the top five stories of the week in Disney and geek news are reported. This week, there were lots of things to cover. First off at the Disneyland Resort, the monorails are again transporting guests on the highway in the sky! DAPS MAGIC was on hand for the…
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Free Guy – Mr. DAPs Home Entertainment Review
Guy is a bank teller who lives what seems to be a perfect life. Every day he has the perfect cup of coffee, sees his best friend, says hi to his goldfish. However, as so often is the case, if it seems too good to be true it probably is. Guy discovers this when he…
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Disney+ Showcases Ambitious New Content Slate From Asia Pacific
Disney+ to feature APAC content in addition to a vast library of entertainment content from Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, National Geographic and StarUnveiling of over 20 new local APAC content titles including 18 Originals, in collaboration with award-winning and aspiring content creators from the region October 14, 2021 — At a regional press and partner event…
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First Two Episodes of Hawkeye to Be Launched Together on November 24
New 60-Second Spot Offers Fans a Glimpse at the Action-Packed Six-Episode Event Disney+ unveiled plans today to launch the first two episodes of Marvel Studios’ “Hawkeye” when the highly anticipated six-episode event debuts exclusively on the streamer November 24. Subsequent episodes will launch each week on Wednesday. Check out a new 60-second spot that offers…
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Take a Look at the Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness and Campground
On our recent trip to Walt Disney World Resort for its 50th Anniversary, we stayed in The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness and Campground. This was the first time any of our group had done this before. With four people sharing a cabin, it made the rates comparable to other moderate rates that were available…
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Disney Cruise Line Announces Return to Favorite Tropical Destinations in the Bahamas, Caribbean and Mexico in Early 2023
CELEBRATION, Fla. – In early 2023, Disney Cruise Line will return to top tropical destinations in the Bahamas – including Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay – as well as the Caribbean and the Mexican Riviera, delighting guests of all ages with one-of-a-kind vacations at sea. A variety of enchanting itineraries will set sail coast-to-coast from…
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The Walt Disney Company Executives To Discuss Fiscal Full Year And Fourth Quarter 2021 Financial Results Via Webcast
BURBANK, Calif., October 6, 2021 – The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) will discuss fiscal full year and fourth quarter 2021 financial results via a live audio webcast beginning at 4:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. PT on Wednesday, November 10, 2021. Results will be released after the close of regular trading on November 10,…
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Lots to Celebrate – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! This week, there is a lot of ground to cover. The biggest story of the week is Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th Anniversary. This celebration brought new entertainment, merchandise, food, and a whole lot more. The DAPS MAGIC team was on hand to cover this very special event! Following the…
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Muppets Haunted Mansion – Mr. DAPs Review
Muppets Haunted Mansion is now available to stream on Disney+. This new special shares a Halloween story of the Muppets where Gonzo is spending the night in a Haunted Mansion with Pepe the Prawn tagging along. Gonzo has spent his life doing daredevil stunts and has no fear of visiting the Haunted Mansion. However, could…
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Imaginative Worlds, Real-Life Adventures: Disney Cruise Line Unveils New Experiences for Kids, Tweens and Teens Aboard Disney Wish
Highlights include a brand-new way to explore the ‘Star Wars’ galaxy, a nautical playground for little ones and exclusive spaces for older kids to chill CELEBRATION, Fla. (Oct. 7, 2021) – A high-tech starship on a mission to assist the Resistance. A nautical playground where little cadets train with the most magical captains at sea. A…
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‘Fauci,’ The Feature Documentary From National Geographic Documentary Films, Starts Streaming On Disney+ On October 6
BURBANK, Calif. (October 4, 2021) — Disney+ announced today that “Fauci,” the feature documentary about the nation’s top infectious disease expert and dedicated public servant Dr. Anthony Fauci, M.D. will premiere on the service this Wednesday, October 6. Disney+ also released the trailer and key art for the film today. “Fauci” delivers a rare glimpse into…