Category: Parks
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Holidays at the Disneyland Resort 2023 – Part I: Our Favorite Things
The holiday season is going full steam ahead at the Disneyland Resort! The Daps Magic Team was invited out to cover the opening day of the festivities on November 10. We’ve also returned to the Parks to take in even more of everything that’s going on at the Resort right now. There is so much…
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Knott’s Berry Farm Announces Breakfast with Santa
Knott’s Berry Farm has announced that guests can have the opportunity to have breakfast with Santa Claus himself at Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant. In a post on Instagram, Knott’s announced that the Christmas breakfast will be offered on multiple dates throughout December, including Christmas Eve. The price will be $59 for adults and $35…
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The Arrival of the Partners – 30 Years Ago at Disneyland
Do you remember “The Globe of Death?” If you do, it will remain only a vivid memory. That is because, thirty years ago this month, Disneyland dedicated the Partners statue at the center of the park, creating a permanent tribute to the man who started it all, and the mouse that he said started it…
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Photos/Video: Downtown Disney District Construction Update – November 18, 2023
Downtown Disney District is now closer to what it will look like when it completes its transformation than ever before. The stage is now open on the west end and guests are enjoying the entertainment being offered there. Below is a look at what Downtown Disney District looked like on November 18, 2023. Daps Magic…
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SoCal Resident Deal Returns To The Disneyland Resort
The annual SoCal Resident Deal is returning to the Disneyland Resort. This is a great value and ticket deal for those who are looking to create magical memories at Disneyland or Disney California Adventure. For as low as $75 per day on select days for a limited time with the purchase of a three-day, one-park…
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Meet Nalwenn Rivoal & Stéphane Remond From the Au Chalet de la Marionnette Restaurant at Disneyland Paris
As part of the Disabled Employment Week (Semaine Européenne pour l’Emploi des Personnes Handicapées, SEEPH), Disneyland Paris participates once again in DuoDay, allowing fifteen people with disabilities to discover a wide variety of professions within the food & beverage, merchandising, costuming and horticulture divisions alongside Cast Members who work in these lines of business. Nalwenn…
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Disney Gives Look at Disney Jollywood Nights
Disney Jollywood Nights is the newest holiday party at the Walt Disney World Resort. This party includes food, entertainment, Disney characters, and a whole lot more. Disney has shared a look at what this party looks like this year. This includes a new musical with Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Belle, and Tiana. There are…
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Santa Returns for His Annual Holiday Visit to Redwood Creek Challenge Trail
For many Disneyland Resort guests, no visit during the holidays is complete until they have paid a call on Santa Claus. As he has for the last several years, Santa, with his elves, is greeting one and all at the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail in Disney California Adventure. Those mischievous elves love to play games,…
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Disney Harmony in Color – Sunday Spotlight
Today I write my last Sunday Spotlight from Japan. To say it has been a great trip would be a major understatement. While I haven’t gotten my trip report up yet for Tokyo Disneyland (you can see Tokyo DisneySea here), I did feel like there were a few things that were worth throwing the spotlight…
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Disneyland Resort 2023 Candy Cane Schedule Released
The hand made candy canes at the Disneyland Resort are an incredibly popular holiday offering each year during the holidays. Candy cane making is a tradition at the Disneyland Resort that dates back to 1968. Made entirely from scratch, these are hand-pulled candy canes that measure 18 inches long when finished. The candy makers mix…
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The Mark Twain on the Rivers of America at Tokyo Disneyland
The Mark Twain at Tokyo Disneyland is an attraction that is very similar but different than the original version of the attraction at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California. While it mostly looks the same, there are some subtle differences between the two steamboats. The Rivers of America are also a bit different. One of…
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Knott’s Merry Farm- Holiday Fun for the Whole Family
Last week, we were given the opportunity to visit Knott’s Berry Farm for their seasonal celebration of the holidays. We got a chance to eat great food, see some absolutely phenomenal entertainment, and spend time with our loved ones. This is a review of our top experiences and things you should not miss when you…
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VIDEO/PHOTOS: Disney Springs Gets Decked Out For the Holidays
As the holidays arrive at the Walt Disney World Resort, Disney Springs has gotten all decked out for the merriest season. This includes Christmas trees (and Christmas Tree Stroll!), decorations, and more throughout the dining, shopping, and entertaining district. There are also special food and beverage offerings available during this special time of year as…
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Magical Merriment Arrives as EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Presented by AdventHealth Begins Nov. 24
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Nov. 24, 2023) – Guests can experience merry moments as EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth jingles back to Walt Disney World® Resort Nov. 24-Dec. 30, 2023. This celebration of global holidays comes to life with immersive experiences throughout World Showcase and beyond, as guests savor international cuisine,…
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What’s the Difference Between Disneyland and Disney World?
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in DAPs Magic News, Disney California Adventure Guides, Disney Springs Guides, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Guides, Disney’s Hollywood Studios Guides, Disneyland Park Guides, Disneyland Resort, Disneyland Resort Guides, EPCOT Guides, Guides, Magic Kingdom Guides, Parks, PRESS RELEASE, Theme Parks, Experiences and Products Guides, Walt Disney World Resort, Walt Disney World Resort Guides, Walt Disney World Water Parks GuidesWhen it comes to enchanting adventures and unforgettable moments, few places on Earth compare to Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. For decades, the two destinations have gained worldwide acclaim and drawn in guests from all over the globe. With plenty of fun-filled moments ahead, you might be wondering: What’s the difference between the…
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Disney Announces Kids Play & Dine Offer for Families Visiting Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World launchyed a new offer for families looking to visit Walt Disney World Resort this coming spring. The Kids Play & Dine for 50% Off offer is valid for stays from March 3 through June 30, 2024. For children (ages 3 through 9), theme park tickets and dining plans are half off with…
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New Holiday Rum Barrel Mug Coming to Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar
A new Holiday Rum Barrel Mug is coming to Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at the Disneyland Resort. It will be available at this Disneyland Hotel establishment starting on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. This is a holiday makeover of the classic shipwreck cocktail rum barrel tiki mug. It’s perfect as a gift for someone else…
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That Christmas Playlist on Main Street, USA – Day Twenty-Three – 23 Days of Thanksgiving
Disneyland holds many things for which I am thankful. With the arrival of the holidays, a big one is the annual return of that familiar Christmas music on Main Street, USA. Who doesn’t love the warmth and nostalgia of Main Street, forever preserved as a quaint microcosm of small-town America, poised on the brink of…
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Asha From Disney’s ‘Wish’ Arrives at Disneyland
Asha, from Disney’s newest animated musical film Wish, has arrived at Disneyland. She appeared in Fantasy Faire outside of the Royal Hall. There, a new little photo location has magically appeared for Asha. It has a star theme, which is appropriate for the film, and brings a bit of the Kingdom of Rosas to the…
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As ‘Wish’ Arrives in Theaters, Celebrate With These New Disney Experiences
The newest animated movie from Disney, Wish, is now in theaters. With the arrival of this new film there are also new experiences to be had from Disney. These experiences help celebrate the arrival of this new film and the characters. Check them out below. Ariana DeBose Sings at Disneyland Paris Academy Award-winning actress and…
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Disney Shares How it is Bringing Zootopia to life at Shanghai Disneyland
A new area of Shanghai Disneyland will soon be making magic for life while also bringing the world of Zootopia to life. This will be done through state-of-the-art technology which will make it possible to step directly into the beloved movie and see many favorite characters.Check out three ways below that Walt Disney Imagineering is…
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Seasons at Disneyland – Day Twenty-Two – 23 Days of Thanksgiving
With Thanksgiving Day almost upon us and our “23 Days of Thanksgiving” series entering its final days, we at Daps Magic are grateful to you for following our journey of gratitude! Today, I have the chance to express my thankfulness for one of my favorite things at Disneyland—the changing of the seasons. My first Disneyland…
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Five Things to Know About the New Disney Cruise Line Terminal in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Disney Cruise Line has opened its new terminal in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. This new terminal will be the starting point for many magical adventures for families as they prepare to sail away and make memories that last a lifetime. This new terminal dedicated to the Disney Cruise Line at Port Everglades has a lot of…
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GEEK EATS: Pecan Pie From Walt Disney World Resort Chefs
Thanksgiving is almost upon us. As many people gear up for making their Thanksgiving meal, chefs at Walt Disney World Resort are gearing up to give back and make some incredible meals for those in need. Part of these meals include a pecan pie. This pecan pie recipe is made for the Coalition for the…
