Category: Disney Experiences
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Shanghai Disney Resort Turns 10 Years Old
10 years ago today, Shanghai Disney Resort officially opened to the public. Before Shanghai Disneyland officially opened, there was a dedication ceremony. During this ceremony, former Disney CEO Bob Iger dedicated this new Disney destination. He said, “To all who come to this happy place, welcome. Shanghai Disneyland is your land. Here you leave today…
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Signature Coaster Spider-Man Themed Land at Shanghai Disneyland Reaches Milestone
The signature coaster for the upcoming Spider-Man themed land at Shanghai Disneyland. As the Shanghai Disney Resort celebrates its 10th anniversary on January 16, 2026, the resort revealed that track installation has been completed for this future high-speed Super Hero adventure. Along with sharing the news, photos showing the progress were also shared. Here are…
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Shanghai Disney Resort Announces Name of Third Hotel
Shanghai Disney Resort turns 10 years old on June 16, 2026. During a special event celebrating the milestone, the resort revealed the name for a third hotel that is being built on the property. Work began on this hotel in mid-2023. Nearly three years later, the official name has been revealed for this hotel. The…
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Take a Look at the Reimagined Treehouse Villas at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort
Some absolutely magical accommodations can be found at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort. The Treehouse Villas are tucked away along the woodlands of the Sassagoula River. They offer three-bedroom hideaways with plenty of space, privacy, and tranquility. The best part? They are up off the ground and in the trees! Disney has announced that these villas are…
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Kangaroos and Wallabies Arrive at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
There are some new furry friends now found at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Kangaroos and wallabies are settling into Jumping Junction at Conservation Station. They aren’t available for most day guests to visit yet. However, this is one step closer to that! They are a part of the popular Bluey’s Wild World at Conservation Station. As…
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GUIDE: Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite 2026
Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite is being offered on two nights this year, June 16 and 18th. Tickets are currently still available for this event that celebrates “the diversity that makes us unique.” This is a colorful night full of fun, music, characters, merchandise, and food! Disneyland Resort has shared what will be offered for…
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GUIDE: Shanghai Disney Resort
On June 16, 2026, Shanghai Disney Resort will be celebrating its 10th anniversary. As it reaches this milestone, this park continues to grow and shine. This was a resort that impressed on opening day, and it has only gotten more impressive. With it reaching its 10-year milestone, it is a great time to think about…
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Disneyland Park Map Activity Coming for Magic Key Holders
The Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration ends on Sunday, August 9. Before that happens, Magic Key Holders can enjoy one more way to celebrate 70 years of happiness – by picking up a special activity map inspired by Magic Key Road Trip Year—a celebration of park-filled adventures! Every great road trip starts with a map, so…
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Disneyland Handcrafted Nominated for Television Critics Association Award
Disneyland Handcrafted, the Leslie Iwerks documentary which chronicles the building of Disneyland over the course of a year, has been nominated for a Television Critics Association (TCA) Award. The nomination is in the category of Outstanding Achievement in News and Information. The film was recently submitted for Emmy consideration and also won three Telly Awards. The…
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See How Soarin’ Across America Was Created in New Disney Unscripted
Disney Unscripted is a YouTube series that is released by the Disney Parks that gives a look at how things come to be. In the newest episode of Disney Unscripted, fans get a behind-the-scenes look at how Disney created Soarin’ Across America. This new version of Soarin’ comes as the United States of America celebrates…
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Disneyland Paris Shares Details About Collaboration That Made Arendelle Castle in Disney Adventure World
Magic is made with the help of many different people. They come together to create something more amazing than any one person could. Recently, with the opening of Disney Adventure World and World of Frozen, new magic was unveiled that is delighting guests who visit Disneyland Paris. One of the new additions is the Arendelle…
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Soccer Fever Fun Comes to the Disneyland Resort
The “Kickoff Starts Here” at the Disneyland Resort, as soccer fever has hit the world, and now it’s time to join the fun! Now through Sunday, June 14, from 11 am to 5 pm, soccer fans are invited to enjoy live entertainment at the Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage and Lawn. The fun includes soccer-themed photo…
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Disneyland-Themed License Plate Proposal Advances to Next Stage
In early May, the California State Treasurer’s Office and California State Treasurer Fiona Ma announced a new collaboration with the Disneyland Resort, the California Children’s Hospital Association (CCHA), and the California Health Facilities Financing Authority (CHFFA) to raise money for children’s hospitals throughout the state through the sales of a Disneyland-themed specialized license plate. The California…
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Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind Currently Cycling at Disney California Adventure
Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind has been closed for most of the year. What started as a routine refurbishment period has ended up being so much more. At this point, there is no known reopening date for the attraction at Disney California Adventure. However, the Daps Magic team has been monitoring it and watching for any…
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Masai Giraffe Calf Charms Guests on Kilimanjaro Safaris
Earlier this spring, a Masai giraffe calf named Ivy was born. Just months after her April birth, Ivy made her savanna debut. She can now be seen by guests who are experiencing the Kilimanjaro Safaris. She is found with her mother, Willow. Ivy already weighs almost 300 pounds, Disney shared. She also stands approximately 7/1/2…
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‘Toy Story 5’ Stars Tom Hanks and Conan O’Brien Visit Disneyland Resort
Toy Story 5 arrives in theaters on June 19, 2026. Ahead of its public debut, stars Tom Hanks and Conan O’Brien stopped by the Disneyland Resort for a very magical day. During their visit, they started things off at Disney California Adventure. While there, they visited Woody, Jessie, and Buzz Lightyear at Pixar Pier at…
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Colorful Logo Mania Merchandise Coming to Disney Parks
A new line of merchandise is coming to the Disney Parks, and to say it is colorful would be right on the nose. The new Logo Mania Collection is boldly colorful and celebrates some of the favorite things from the parks. This colorful collection features six unique colors. There are four colors, with an additional…
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Scrims Come Down From Around Astro Blasters at Disneyland
The Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters are scheduled to reopen on Friday, June 12, 2026. Ahead of the reopening, the scrims have come down from around the attraction. While walls are still up, they will soon be gone as well. The reveal shows a newly painted facade, giving the attraction a new look. While it previously…
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Walt Disney Imagineering Shares Behind-the-Scenes Look at Motion Capturing a Muppet!
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets is now open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This attraction has fans racing through town to make it to an Electric Mayhem concert. One of the highlights of this new Muppetational attraction is related to its queue. In the queue, fans can find Muppet Audio-Animatronics. One of these figures…
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Geek Eats: Disney Celebrates America Food Guide
The United States of America is celebrating its 250th anniversary. Disney is joining in the festivities with its own Disney Celebrates America festivities. This has included special events, moments, merchandise, the debut of Soarin’ Across America, and new foods and novelties. Across the country, Disney Chefs have made a collection of treats and sips to…
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Disney Parks Shares More About The Lion King Ride for Disney Adventure World
In a new video showcasing hidden secrets throughout Disney Adventure World, Disney Parks also revealed more about a highly anticipated attraction coming to the park. This is an attraction based on the 1994 animated classic The Lion King. In the video that recaps the initial announcement for the area, Imagineers describe what is going into…
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Matterhorn Bobsleds Closing for Refurbishment in July
The Matterhorn Bobsleds are the newest attraction to be scheduled for a refurbishment. Disney has shown dedication to proactively planning closures of attractions for refurbishments. These closures give Disney time to polish attractions, provide needed maintenance that can’t be done overnight, and sometimes even improve efficiencies for attractions. The Matterhorn Bobsleds is generally refurbished every…
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GUIDE: 2026 Disney After Hours at Walt Disney World Resort
Disney After Hours are separately ticketed events that allow guests to be in the parks after they have ended their normal operating hours. This allows attendees to experience lower wait times, character greetings, free snacks, and an abundance of Disney magic. For those who may not have experienced Disney After Hours before, Disney shared information…
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An Earthquake in Cuba is Felt at Walt Disney World Resort
On Monday, June 8, 2026, in the afternoon, an earthquake in Cuba was felt at Walt Disney World Resort. The earthquake took place in Cuba at approximately 2:00 PM and was felt in Florida shortly after. It was a 6.4 earthquake that was centered off the coast of Cuba in Mantuba. The quake did not…