Category: Disneyland Resort
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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…
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Disneyland Union Reaches Furlough Deal As Resort Closure Continues
Workers United Local 50’s president says the union was able to “secure protections for signature benefits to be continued with no premium cost to the members.” The Disneyland union said Thursday night that it had reached an agreement with the Walt Disney Company amid the park closure due to the novel coronavirus. Workers United Local…
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Todrick Hall Releases Magic Happens Parade Theme Song Single
Todrick Hall has released the title song of Disneyland’s newest parade online. Magic Happens features Todrick Hall, who also co-wrote the song. Magic Happens opened at the Disneyland Resort just weeks before the coronavirus pandemic caused the Disney Parks to close. For those looking for music from Magic Happens, this is the opening theme song…
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Disneyland After Dark: Villains Nite Postponed from Original April 30 Date
Last month, Disneyland Resort announced that they would be closed indefinitely as the world fights COVID-19. In 2019, Disneyland announced four special Disneyland After Dark events that would take place after hours and would each have special themes. The fourth event, Villains Nite, was scheduled for April 30 but unfortunately must be rescheduled due to…
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2020 Disneyland Resort All-American College Band Suspended Due to COVID-19
A popular summer tradition at the Disneyland Resort will not be happening this year. Today the Disneyland Resort All-American College Band announced that this year’s band will not be happening due to the uncertainties surrounding COVID-19. The announcement came from the band’s Facebook page. The announcement comes as the band celebrates its 50th anniversary. Recently…
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Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort to Halt Annual Pass Payments Indefinitely
Last month, Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resort announced that they would be closing to the public indefinitely while the world responds to COVID-19. During this uncertain time, many Disney Annual Passholders have been concerned about the state of their pass and the payment they continue to make. Today, The Walt Disney Company announced that…
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Disney to Furlough Non-Necessary Employees Starting April 19
Starting on April 19th, Disney will furlough employees with jobs that “aren’t necessary.” This will come after five weeks of compensation for Disney cast members despite many of the Disney businesses being shut down due to the coronavirus. The announcement came via a statement that was released by Disney today. This comes after Disney announced…
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Enjoy the Live Musical Entertainment of the Disneyland Resort
One of the DAPS MAGIC team’s favorite things to do is to enjoy the live musical entertainment that can be found at the Disneyland Resort. From the Disneyland Band to Five & Dime, to the Dapper Dans, or Pearly Band, there are a lot of different entertainment acts to be enjoyed. Through the years, the…
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Disney Parks Donate Supplies to Frontline Healthcare Workers During COVID-19
In the last few weeks, The Walt Disney Company has taken many steps to help the general public stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. It began with closing the theme parks until it is safe to go back, then they announced that they would be donating all excess food to local food banks. Today, Disney…
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Hope and Inspiration Continue as Magic Kingdom Raises Flag Daily
The raising and lowering of the Stars & Stripes in Disney Parks is a beautiful and solemn tradition that happens daily. This tradition is not only a remembrance of those who sacrifice for the USA but also a reminder that the country will overcome the struggles of any given time. While there are currently no…
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The World Famous Jungle Cruise Quarantine Returns with More Jokes and More Skippers!
With the Disney Parks continuing to remain closed and people continuing to “stay in place,” Skippers of the World Famous Jungle Cruise have decided to continue on with their mission to bring humor to the world. Of course, this can’t be done currently in the dangerous jungles of Adventureland (look out for signs of danger!).…