Category: Disneyland Resort
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Josh D’Amaro Lets Guests Know That ‘The Magic Is Returning’
Josh D’Amaro, Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products, has written a letter to all Guests as the Disneyland Resort Theme Parks are scheduled to reopen on Friday, July 17. We share Josh’s words and hope that they are a source of joy and inspiration during this trying time ——— With the announcement of the…
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Disneyland Resort Proposes Reopening Parks on July 17th, the 65th Anniversary of Its Original Opening
The Disneyland Resort has released a proposal that would have the original Magic Kingdom reopening on July 17, 2020. This will have guests return to the parks on the 65th anniversary of the opening of Disneyland. Guests who hope to visit the parks will be required to get a reservation as the Disneyland Resort will…
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What to Expect When You Return to the Disney Resort Hotels
Since reopening Shanghai Disneyland on May 20th, Disney continues to edge closer and closer to reopening other resorts around the globe. The next one that will be reopening is Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. While Disney Springs has already begun a phased reopen, the rest of the Resort will soon begin its phased reopening…
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A Year Ago Today – Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Opens to the Public
One year ago today Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge was opened to the public. The DAPS MAGIC team was there in the very early hours of the morning to be among the first guests streaming into this new land, the largest land expansion at the Disneyland Resort, and enter the world of Star Wars. This new…
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Explore Batuu in a New Way With Star Wars: Tales From the Galaxy’s Edge Virtual Reality Experience
Today a new virtual reality experience was announced that fans of Star Wars, and most specifically Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, will love. Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge will give fans an immersive new way to experience the planet Batuu, as seen at the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. This new “action-adventure virtual…
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The Evolution of “it’s a small world”: From the World’s Fair to Disneyland
Prep for the 1964 World’s Fair In 1963, WED Enterprises was knee deep in projects; not only for Disneyland, but pavilions for the 1964-1965 World’s Fair in New York. They were working on Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln for the State of Illinois Pavilion, Magic Skyway for Ford, and Carousel of Progress for General Electric.…
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California Says Disneyland and Other Theme Parks Could Open in Stage 3 [Updated]
California is saying that the Disneyland Resort and other theme parks could open during the stage 3 part of the state’s 4 stage reopening plan. This comes from California state officials explaining the stages. “Theme parks are slated to open in Stage 3 if the rate of spread of COVID-19 and hospitalizations remain stable,” according…
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Disney Parks Update From Disney Guest Relations
We are all anticipating the reopening of Disneyland and Walt Disney World. News is changing minute by minute, and each state has its own reopening process. This makes it extremely difficult to plan a return to our favorite places. The projected reservation dates have shifted week to week, and even month to month. This is…
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Meet Ken Potrock, the New President of the Disneyland Resort
Yesterday it was announced that Ken Potrock is the new president of the Disneyland Resort. He takes the role as Rebecca Campbell moves to Chairman Of Disney’s Direct-To-Consumer And International. This comes as Kevin Mayer departed that position to become the CEO of TikTok. The new Disneyland Resort president has been with The Walt Disney…
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New Disney Parks Leadership Announced
Bob Chapek, Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company, has announced a new Disney Parks, Experiences and Products leadership team that will be led by Josh D’Amaro, who has been named Chairman, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. All new positions are effective immediately. “I’m incredibly proud of the new leadership team at Parks, beginning…
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Former Parade of Dreams Cast Members Come Together for 15th Anniversary Reunion Video
“Fifty years ago a magical place was born; a place of Enchantment and Adventure, Laughter and Imagination, where new worlds of joy and wonder just waited to be discovered and in this marvelous kingdom there lived many delightful friends who made our dreams come true. Today we invite you to celebrate fifty years of magical…
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Guests Likely Required to Wear Masks When U.S. Disney Parks Reopen
Shanghai Disney Resort has reopened with social distancing guidelines, and the requirement of Cast Members and guests wearing masks when working and/or visiting the Park. Disney CEO Bob Chapek appeared on CNBC this morning with Julia Boorstin to talk about what Disneyland and Walt Disney World would do in terms of reopening. Boorstin asked Chapek…
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Disneyland Resort Pushes Reservations Back to July 1st
The Disneyland Resort has pushed reservations for its hotels back to July 1st as the coronavirus continues to keep the Disneyland Resort closed without an opening date. On May 6th, the Disneyland Resort shared an update on their website with the news. The updates share that guests can update their reservations and that there are…
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Dr. Pamela Hymel Hints That Virtual Queues Could Be Coming to Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resort
Earlier today, The Walt Disney Company announced that Shanghai Disneyland Resort would be reopening on May 11, just under a week. Of course, many fans have had questions about what that will look like as there is still uncertainty in the world about COVID-19. This afternoon, Dr. Pamela Hymel, Disney Parks Chief Medical Officer, has…
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15 Years Later – Looking Back at Disneyland’s 50th Celebration on May 5, 2005
15 years ago today several of us from the DAPS MAGIC team were having one of the most magical days ever at the Disneyland Resort. It was a day full of new entertainment, celebrities, magical moments, cupcakes, fireworks, merchandise, murals, and more! For many, it will be one of the most special days ever experienced…
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Do More With Your Droid With Disney’s New Droid Depot App
The Droid Depot at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge allows guests to build and customize their own droid. Today, that experience got added to as Disney released a new Droid Depot App to help brings these droids to life even more! The new app is currently available free on the App Store and Google Play. This new app…
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One Man’s Dream – 30 Years Ago at Disneyland
I missed Videopolis by just a few weeks. Perhaps I should explain. This month’s entry is all about a stage show that was presented on the Videopolis Stage in the Winter of 1989 through the Spring of 1990. It closed on April 29. The stage was part of a larger venue called Videopolis. This area…
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Disneyland Resort Guest Reservations Cancellations Extended
The Disneyland Resort sent out an email to guests that were planning on visiting in May canceling their reservations. These cancelations are now extended through May 23rd. The letter informs the guests that while their reservations have been canceled, there are other options available. Many of these options begin on June 1st and continue on…
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Mickey Beignets – GEEK EATS Disney Recipe
Mickey Beignets are always a favorite when visiting the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts. Found in New Orleans Square at Disneyland and Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter, they are fluffy, light, and delicious! Today, DAPS MAGIC is excited to share the recipe for the Mickey Mouse-shaped Beignets from Disney. This recipe will…
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While Staying at Home, There is More Than One Way to Show off a Love of DuckTales!
Like so many people right now, Nathan Hatton has found himself sheltering in place during the coronavirus pandemic. Unlike many people, Nathan also happens to have several woodwinds lying around the house. He also, like so many of us, has a profound love of DuckTales! Add to that some free time due to staying at…
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My Time As A Disneyland Cast Member – Monday Memories
Growing up in Southern California 22 miles north of Disneyland is something that I will be forever grateful for. For the first few years of my life, we would go to Disneyland 4 times a year – spring, summer, fall, and Christmas time. There was no need for an annual pass, especially because they didn’t…
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Domestic Disney Dark Rides – DAPS MAGIC Live!
DAPS MAGIC Live is a series of live streams where the DAPS MAGIC team discuss and reminisce various topics. The most recent topic was on the dark rides found at the domestic Disney Parks. What’s this mean? The team debated and wrestled with the merits of what made for the best dark ride at any…
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Grad Nites at Disneyland Resort Canceled for 2020 Season
Earlier this week, Disney took to their Youth Program website to announce that they had made the difficult decision to cancel all 2020 Grad Nites at the Disneyland Resort. Each year, Disneyland celebrates high school graduates with these special after-hours events to kick off summer. Unfortunately, due to the circumstances around the world, Disneyland is…
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Disneyland Resort Delays Avengers Campus Opening
Recently the Disneyland Resort announced that Avengers Campus would be opening this coming July. However, the opening of this near land at Disney California Adventure has now been delayed. Disney officials confirmed the delay to the Orange County Register. A new date has not been announced. On the Disneyland website, where once there was an…