Category: Disneyland Resort
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Palm Breeze Bar at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel to Open on November 2
Palm Breeze Bar is set to open at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel on November 2, 2023. When it does, it will offer delicious dishes in a venue designed with modern décor inspired by the artistry of Disney Legend Mary Blair. It will be the newest addition to The Villas at Disneyland Hotel which recently…
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Zootopia, ‘Disney Wonder’ to Australia and Other Amazing Attractions Coming Soon to Disney’s Parks, Experiences and Products
This week was a big one for Disney’s Parks, Experiences and Products with major announcements regarding upcoming attractions. In fact, there was so much that it may have been a little hard to keep up. To help lay out all the amazing things that guests can expect in the coming weeks and months, here’s a…
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California Supreme Court Rules Against Disney Regarding Anaheim Minimum Wage Law
The California Supreme Court has ruled against hearing an appeal from Disney regarding an Anaheim wage law that applies to the lowest wage earnings in the city, or at Disneyland Resort this would be the lowest paid cast members. The result of this will lead to them to get a boost in their wages. This…
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Photos/Video: Downtown Disney District Construction Update – October 22, 2023
It’s time to take another look at the progress being made on the Downtown Disney District transformation. In just a matter of weeks, there will be a new stage and viewing lawn open on the west end of the Downtown Disney District. On the stage there will also be a new sculpture by Nikkolas Smith.…
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Special Medallions Coming For Disneyland Magic Key Holders
Are you a Disneyland Magic Key Holder and a medallion collector? If so, you can head to the Magic Key Terrace at Disney California Adventure Park on the second level of Wine Country Trattoria and Mendocino Terrace. Starting October 27, a new medallion machine will be available at the Magic Key Terrance in Disney California…
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Disneyland Resort Refurbishment Report – October 25, 2023
Welcome to this week’s Disneyland Refurbishment Report. This report will look a bit different. There are some updates regarding refurbishments, but the biggest updates this week have to do with the transformation that’s happening at the Disneyland Resort as they prepare to welcome in the holiday season on November 10. The Mark Twain Riverboat continues…
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New Star Wars Holiday Merchandise Arrives at Disneyland
There is new Star Wars holiday merchandise to be found at Disneyland. The merchandise was found by the Daps Magic team on Sunday in Tomorrowland in The Star Trader. The Star Trader can be found at the exit of Star Tours – The Adventure Continues. It is also near the exit of Space Mountain. Some…
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Pixar Place Hotel to Open at Disneyland Resort on January 30, 2024
The Disneyland Resort announced today that Pixar Place Hotel will be officially opening on January 30, 2024. On this date, guests will be able to see and experience this hotel that has been undergoing a magical transformation over the course of the last year. Disney has shared more looks at what guests will be experiencing…
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Disneyland Guests Take Final Cruise on it’s a small world Before Holiday Overlay
On Sunday, October 22, guests at the Disneyland Resort took their final cruises aboard the happiest cruise that ever sailed for the last time before it closed to make way for its holiday overlay. After the day finished, it’s a small world closed for a couple of weeks to get its overlay and become it’s…
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Photos/Video: Downtown Disney District Construction Update – October 15, 2023
Before the end of the year, there will be a new stage and lawn for guests to enjoy different entertainment and activities at on the west end of Downtown Disney District. With each day, it gets closer to a big and central part of the western end of Downtown Disney District reopening in its new…
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Imagineers Discuss Future of Walking Droids with Bob Iger and Josh D’Amaro After Disneyland Playtest
Recently, three walking droids that resembled BD-1 made an appearance at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge for a playtest. These droids captivated those visiting in person and also the internet as photos and videos made their way online. Following this playtest, Disney CEO Bob Iger and Josh D’Amaro, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman, stopped…
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History of the Disney Park Castles
October 16, 2023 marked the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company. When we think of Disney, we think of great storytelling, wonderful movies, and great music. Of course, we also think of the castles at each of the Magic Kingdom-style parks. We start with Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland, which was dedicated on the…
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Disneyland Resort Refurbishment Report – October 18, 2023
Welcome back to the Disneyland Refurbishment Report! This week, we catch up on the extensive refurbishment happening to the Mark Twain Riverboat in Fowler’s Harbor. There is a new paddle wheel on the Mark Twain. The lights and the plaque under the wheel house that says “Mark Twain” were removed. It also appears that the…
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Disneyland Announces Special Offers for October for Magic Key Holders
Halloween Time continues at the Disneyland Resort through Tuesday, October 31, and Magic Key Holders can enjoy some frightfully fun special offers. The first of the special offerings is a Halloween-Themed Disney PhotoPass Magic Shot. At Disneyland Park, the Magic Shot features Donald Duck’s nephews Huey, Dewey, and Louie in their Halloween best. Find this…
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Disney Submits ‘Rogers: The Musical’ Cast Album for GRAMMY Consideration
The cast album for Rogers: The Musical is being submitted for GRAMMY consideration by Disney. The soundtrack for the musical that brought the Hyperion Theater stage this summer at Disney California Adventure. In a post on social media, Disney Live Entertainment and Walt Disney Imagineering threw their hat into the GRAMMY nomination hopeful ring. The…
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Disneyland Resort Cast Members Honor Disney’s 100th Anniversary With 23-Hour Celebration
On October 16, 1923, Walt and Roy Disney founded The Walt Disney Company. At the time, Walt was only 21 years old. To commemorate this centennial anniversary, Disneyland Resort cast members (many of whom are around 21 years of age themselves) participated in a 23-hour celebration. Throughout the day there were group cast meet-ups and…
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Halloween Cavalcade Returns to Disneyland on Disney’s 100th Anniversary
The Mickey and Friends Halloween Cavalcade returned to the parade route at Disneyland on October 16, 2023. This day also happens to be the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company. The cavalcade this year featured and updated float where Mickey and friends were wearing their new Halloween costumes. This was followed by Pluto in…
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‘Once Upon a Studio’ Being Presented at Disneyland’s Opera House
Once Upon a Studio was presented last night on The Wonderful World of Disney on ABC ahead of the network television debut of Encanto. Today the new short celebrating Disney’s 100 years of magical storytelling arrived on Disney+ and is being presented on other Disney owned networks as well along with in theaters ahead of…
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Photos/Videos: Final Day of Magic Happens at Disneyland in 2023
On Sunday October 15, 2023, Magic Happens had its final performances at the Disneyland Resort for the year. Both parades went on without hitch and fans camped out quite early to be able to watch the final two performances. As is often the case, the energy ahead of the final parade was electric. Cast members…
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13 Spooky Disney Parks Videos on Friday the 13th
Today is Friday the 13th! Even better, its Friday the 13th in the month of October, the spookiest of months! With that in mind, it only seems appropriate to revisit 13 spooky videos that Daps Magic has filmed through the years. The following 13 videos are in no particular order but are 13 of our…
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Photos/Video: Downtown Disney District Construction Update – October 8, 2023
The transformation of Downtown Disney District continues to move along at a rapid pace. This comes as no surprise after the announcement this week that the new stage and lawn area will be opening on the west end of Downtown Disney District by the end of the year. Along with announcing the opening, new dining…
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VIDEOS/PHOTOS: New Droids Arrive at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Guests visiting Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge today were treated with the arrival of three little droids that haven’t been seen before. The three droids could be seen in the area near the speeder garage. This is also the area where Hera and Chopper have been appearing in recent weeks. These droids resemble the BD-1 droid…
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GEEK EATS: House Gumbo From Tiana’s Palace Recipe at Disneyland Resort
Since Tiana’s Palace opened at Disneyland it has been no secret that I really enjoy the House Gumbo. This is just one of many offerings on the menu at this new restaurant in New Orleans Square that is full of flavor and heart that I have enjoyed. Yes, I’ve tried everything on the menu now…
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Disneyland Resort Announces Opening of New Stage and Lawn at Downtown Disney District Later This Year And Announces Other New Offerings
The Disneyland Resort announced that later this year a new stage and lawn area will be opening at Downtown Disney District. This area will offer the opportunities for guests to enjoy entertainment, special events, and activities once it is open. It will also feature a new sculpture by Nikkolas Smith. According to Disney, this tower…