Category: DAPs Magic News
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D23 Announces New Magical Events Around the USA For 2020
D23 Destination D returns to Walt Disney World Resort with an all-new theme. Plus, more tours of The Walt Disney Studios than ever before, additional magical screenings, a visit to Walt’s hometown of Marceline, Mo., and more BURBANK, Calif. – November 26, 2019 – In 2020, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club is bringing back…
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Four Thrilling New Disneyland After Dark Events Coming Early 2020
Have you ever wanted to party at Disneyland after dark? These new events are giving you just that opportunity! Early 2020, Disneyland Resort is going to give you four thrilling chances to enjoy the night, simply pick your favorite theme! Want to know what’s in store for these ticketed events? Check it out! 80s Nite…
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Sunday Recap Report – An Entertaining Holiday Sunday
Welcome to another fun holiday Sunday at the Disneyland Resort! The weather was practically perfect, and it was a great day to be at the Parks. I got to the Toy Story Parking Lot around noon, and met up with Jenny on the Harbor side of the security area since she was one bus behind…
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The Walt Disney Company Announces Expiration and Final Results of Registered Exchange Offer for Notes Issued in Connection With Prior Private Exchange Offer
BURBANK, Calif., November 25, 2019 – The Walt Disney Company (the “Company”) (NYSE: DIS) announced today the expiration and final results of its offer to exchange (the “Registered Exchange Offer”) any and all of the $14,098,439,000 aggregate principal amount of its outstanding senior unsecured notes (the “Private Placement Notes”) previously issued pursuant to an exemption…
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Step into a Festive “Frozen” Wonderland at Shanghai Disney Resort this Holiday Season
Shanghai, November 22nd, 2019 – To coincide with the release of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Frozen 2” across China, Shanghai Disney Resort has transformed into a festive “Frozen” wonderland filled with special seasonal surprises including a “Frozen” castle and the first “snow” in Shanghai, incredible food and beverage offerings, a wide selection of holiday merchandise, and…
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Frozen Showdown – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of the DISNEY Reporter. Every week we share the top Disney and geek headlines in a brief overview of the news. This week, there is a lot of entertaining things. The arrival of Frozen 2 has people returning to Arendelle with Anna and Elsa as they go on their next adventure.…
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Frozen 2 Review w/ Spoilers – DISNEY Reporter
Frozen 2 is now in theaters everywhere. After seeing the premiere, Mr. DAPs and Caitie spent some time doing a review with the thoughts they had right after walking out of the theater. This review is full of spoilers so if you haven’t seen the movie yet and/or don’t want spoilers, do not watch this…
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REVIEW- Frozen 2 Matures From the Original and is Full of Heart
6 years in the making, we finally get to return to Arendelle. I’ll be the first to admit, it took me a long time to get on the Frozen bandwagon. If I am going to be honest, it was Olaf’s Frozen Adventure that finally won me over. While I acknowledge there are good moments in…
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Dive into a Heartwarming Disney Christmas at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort
Join Mickey, Minnie, Anna and Elsa to wish your loved ones a “Happy Disney Wishmas” The holiday spirit has begun to spread around Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL), with this year’s “A Disney Christmas” celebrations launching through January 1, 2020. Guests can experience a heartwarming Disney-style Christmas, with many opportunities to get into the festive spirit throughout the holiday season. Frozen magic will be in…
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Adam Lamberg Set to Return as Gordo in Lizzie McGuire Disney+ Series
BURBANK, Calif. (Nov. 20, 2019) — Adam Lamberg is set to reprise his fan-favorite role, David “Gordo” Gordon, a recurring character in the upcoming Disney+ series “Lizzie McGuire.” Lamberg originated the role of Gordo, Lizzie’s best friend, whose intelligence, creativity and wry observations about middle school life made him a bit of an outcast – except to his inner circle of friends. Production on the series began earlier this…
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Frozen Comes To Life At Disneyland Paris in January 2020
Disneyland Paris gives guests the chance to experience big-screen adventure in real life with an unmissable celebration: Frozen Celebration starting on 11 January 2020. A New Celebration of the Adventures of Frozen When it came out in 2013, Frozen became an immediate global phenomenon and the most successful animation film of all time at the box office. The…
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Holidays Are Here! – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1007 (#478)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week the geeks cover quite a lot of ground throughout the course of the show. This includes the arrival of holidays at the Disneyland Resort. With the arrival of the holidays at the Disneyland Resort also comes candy canes! The geeks also chat about their continued experiences…
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FROZEN 2’s Kristen Bell & Idina Menzel Honored Today with Stars on Hollywood Walk of Fame
As Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Frozen 2” approaches its opening this Friday, Nov. 22, Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel—the actresses who help bring Anna and Elsa to life in the movie—were honored today with stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Their stars—the 2681st and 2682nd, in the category of motion pictures and live theatre/performance, respectively—are…
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Sunday Recap Report – A Warm Holiday Sunday in the Parks
It’s hard to believe, but it was very warm at the Disneyland Resort on Sunday! Temperatures were already in the 80s by 11:30 am, and reached 94 degrees at one point in the afternoon! Cool drinks and shady areas were definitely helpful on this day. I arrived at Disneyland around 11:30 am, and sat on…
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Downtown Disney District Introduces New ‘Let it Glow’ Trees to Light up the Shopping, Dining and Entertainment Experience
ANAHEIM, Calif. – This holiday season, the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort is brimming with bold and brightly colored trees, tasty treats, holiday entertainment and unique shopping options for the entire family. Let it Glow: The Downtown Disney District will be all aglow for the season with an all-new visual experience, “Let it Glow,”…
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Disney+ Wishes Mickey Mouse a Happy Birthday With an Exclusive Tribute
It’s Mickey Mouse’s and Minnie Mouse’s birthday today! Disneyland and Walt Disney World have gotten into the occasion with some special offerings, but they are not the only ones. Disney Plus has added a special home screen row with several cartoons featuring the iconic mouse. In addition, a special birthday tribute message has been made. …
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Ron Jon Surf Shop Celebrates New Location at Disney Springs
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Nov 15, 2019) – Ron Jon Surf Shop will celebrate the grand opening of its newest store November 15-17 with events, activities and giveaways. The 10,000-square-foot store, which marks Ron Jon Surf Shop’s 12th location in the U.S., is situated in the Town Center at Disney Springs, the shopping, dining and entertainment district…
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Walt Disney World Resort Brings the Adventure of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to Air Travelers at Orlando International Airport
New out-of-this-world installations immerse airport guests in stunning visuals inspired by the new land inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios ORLANDO, Fla. (Nov. 16, 2019) – The Force is strong today throughout Orlando International Airport with the debut of new décor that helps travelers feel as if they’ve stepped into Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the new 14-acre…
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Disney Channel Launches Digital Open Casting Call for Kids and Teens
Disney Channel has launched a digital open casting call for kids and teens as part of the network’s ongoing initiative to discover and develop diverse young talent. The digital casting call, open today, will accept video submissions now through Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019, at www.Disney.com/disneychannelcasting Judy Taylor, senior vice president, Casting and Talent Relations, Disney…
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Imagineering Mandalorian – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another weekly edition of DISNEY Reporter! This week there is a lot to cover with the arrival of Disney+. This new Disney streaming service brought countless titles to screens across the United States. DAPS MAGIC has created a guide for first-time viewers. Highlights are definitely The Mandalorian and The Imagineering Story. At Disneyland,…
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9 Shimmering Reasons to Stay at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort This Holiday Season
ANAHEIM, Calif. – Holidays at the Disneyland Resort are one of the most enchanting times of the year to visit the theme parks and stay at one of three on-property hotels. Here are many of the merry and bright ways guests will immerse themselves in the magic of the season at the Hotels of the Disneyland…
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How ‘Ford v Ferrari’ Raced Around the World Without Leaving Southern California
Ford v Ferrari, in theaters today, takes audiences from the unforgiving track of the 24 Hours of Le Mans motorsports race in France’s Loire Valley; to Dearborn, Michigan’s legendary Ford factory, commonly known as “The Rouge”; to the Maranello, Italy, home of Enzo Ferrari’s famed automotive company. But as viewers are transported, not just to…
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Disney Unveils 2019 Black Friday Deals for shopDisney.com and Disney Stores
Starting today, Guests can save up to 40 percent off select Disney, Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel gifts both in-store and online GLENDALE, Calif., Nov. 15, 2019 – Today, shopDisney.com | Disney store announced 2019 Black Friday deals. Guests will find hundreds of Disney, Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel toys, home décor, apparel and gifts…
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Disney Cruise Line Takes Top Spots in U.S. News & World Report’s 2020 Best Cruise Line Rankings
ORLANDO, Fla. (Nov. 13, 2019) – For the seventh consecutive year, Disney Cruise Line has earned top spots in the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Cruise Lines rankings, with first place awards in the Best Cruise Lines for Families and Best Cruise Lines in the Caribbean categories. These prestigious rankings celebrate excellence in the cruise…
