Category: Disney Experiences
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Florida and Walt Disney World Under State of Emergency Ahead of Potential Hurricane Ian Arrival
On Saturday, Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for all of Florida. This comes as Tropical Storm Ian gains strength and is expected to become a Hurricane sometime on Sunday. On Friday, Governor DeSantis issued a state of emergency for multiple counties ahead of the arrival of Ian. The initial state of emergency…
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Hurricane Potentially Headed Toward Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World could potentially be in the path of a hurricane. Currently, a tropical storm named Ian is in the Caribbean and appears to be headed to Florida where it could potentially impact Walt Disney World Resort. Potentially this could be a Category 3 hurricane. The storm is serious enough that Governor Ron Desantis…
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No Disney Merriest Nites for Disneyland This Holiday Season
With all of the announcements for the holiday season at the Disneyland Resort, one thing was absent from the list: Disney Merriest Nites. This after-hours hard-ticketed event was offered last year for fans looking to celebrate the holidays in a unique way at the Disneyland Resort. The party included A Christmas Fantasy Parade, holiday-themed characters,…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Announces New Ticket Option and Other Offers
Hong Kong Disneyland has introduced a new ticket option. The new ticket option is an addition to their multi-tiered ticket structure. The new ticket is called the “Peak Plus Days Ticket” which is being offered on the most popular days and seasons. The new ticket goes for HK$759 ($96.69 US) for general admission of guests…
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EPCOT 40th Anniversary Specialty Foods Announced
EPCOT’s 40th Anniversary is on October 1, 2022. The park that is all about possibility first opened its gates to guests on October 1, 1982. The day will include special 40th Anniversary merchandise and now it is known that it will also include special foods! Disney has shared what many of those foods will be.…
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Mickey and Friends Halloween Cavalcade Float Updated at Disneyland
The Mickey and Friends Halloween Cavalcade is looking better than ever! Yesterday, it debuted an updated float for Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy in their new Halloween costumes at the end of the cavalcade. The updated float is the same float that has been in the cavalcade throughout the season. However, it…
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Disney Unveils EPCOT’s 40th Anniversary Merchandise
On October 1, 2022, EPCOT will be celebrating its 40th anniversary, Today, Disney previewed merchandise that will be available for this celebration. The collection will launch on October 1, 2022 at Creations Shop at EPCOT. Some items will also be arriving on shopDisney.com. Additional items will be released throughout the month. The collection also features…
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VIDEO & PHOTOS: The Incredible Hulk Arrives at Avengers Campus
The Incredible Hulk has arrived at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure. His arrival was announced initially by Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro and Marvel Studios President Keven Feige during D23 Expo 2022. During a presentation on the parks and resorts, the duo was joined by Hulk on stage in front of…
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My Top 5 Moments From Oogie Boogie Bash
For the Halloween season, the Disneyland Resort celebrates with Oogie Boogie Bash, a special ticketed event at Disney California Adventure Park. This party brings fans of all ages together to have a good scare and lots of fun! Here are my personal favorite moments of the party from when I attended at the beginning of…
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D23 Announces Gold Member Event to Celebrate EPCOT 40th Anniversary
D23 has announced a special Gold Member-only event on October 1, 2022 to celebrate EPCOT’s 40th Anniversary. The event begins at 7:30 AM, allowing D23 Gold Members to start EPCOT’s big day off in the right way. The event includes time to shop the EPCOT 40th Anniversary merchandise at Creations Shop, a continental breakfast D23…
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Eudora’s Chic Boutique featuring Tiana’s Gourmet Secrets Opens in New Orleans Square at Disneyland
A new retail shop opened this morning in New Orleans Square at Disneyland. Eudora’s Chic Boutique featuring Tiana’s Gourmet Secrets is a beautiful little boutique found in New Orleans Square that is inspired by Princess Tiana’s dressmaking mother Eudora. The shop has a variety of different offerings that include books, home goods, apparel, and more.…
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Almond Sweet Corn Cake from Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party – Geek Eats Disney Recipe
The Almond Sweet Corn Cake is a dessert that is currently being offered at Peco’s Bill’s Tall Tall Inn and Cafe during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at the Magic Kingdom. This party takes place on select nights through October 31, 2022. This is a dessert that is sweet and has subtle corn flavors that pair…
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MagicBand+ Details Revealed for Disneyland Resort Including Park Entry Ability
MagicBand+ will be arriving at the Disneyland Resort this fall. The wearable technology has been in use in different iterations at Walt Disney World Resort for years. They also could be used at Aulani to unlock the magic. The most recent iteration, MagicBand+, launched earlier this summer at Walt Disney World Resort. MagicBand+ is a…
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Porto’s Bakery & Cafe Heading to the Disneyland Resort
Porto’s Bakery & Cafe will soon be joining other dining establishments in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort. Known for its pastries and desserts along with California-Cuban-inspired dishes, Porto’s is a Southern California classic. The announcement about the new Downtown Disney District was made during the D23 Expo’s parks and resorts panel by…
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Ghost Pepper Nachos – A Food Review by Mr. DAPs
It isn’t often that I sit down and write a food review. However, today is one of those rare days where I sit and recount and review a specific food item at the Disneyland Resort. In this case, it is the Ghost Pepper Nachos that are currently a seasonal offering at Lamplight Lounge – Boardwalk…
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Magic and Mayhem Are Back at Coke Corner as Musical Chairs Returns to Disneyland
For years, once a day at Refreshment Corner on Main Street, USA has been even more magical and full of mayhem. This is thanks to the Mad Hatter, Alice in Wonderland, and sometimes others who join the piano player for a one-a-day game of Musical Chairs. This simple game becomes more complicated and humorous as…
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The Future of Paradise Pier Hotel at Disneyland Resort is Pixar Place Hotel
Last weekend there were multiple announcements made about upcoming happenings at the Disneyland Resort at the D23 Expo. This included new entertainment, attractions, dining options, and the arrival of the Incredible Hulk at Avengers Campus! There was also news about the transformation that has already begun for Paradise Pier Hotel at the Disneyland Resort. This…
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Disneyland Paris’ ‘Disney D-Light’ Show Named Best Live Entertainment 2022 by Park World Excellence Awards
Created especially for the 30th Anniversary of Disneyland Paris, Disney D-Light was named Best Live Entertainment 2022 by Park World Excellence Awards in London on 14 September. This outdoor show – featuring a dazzling nighttime drone display – is the result of a successful collaboration between Disneyland Paris and Bordeaux-based Dronisos, an official technology supplier, indicating…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Resort announces new surprises in 2023 from 100 Years of Wonder to the world’s first World of Frozen
HONG KONG, September 12, 2022 – To commemorate 17th anniversary celebration at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, a new line-up of exciting events is announced today for the year 2023! The new year is bound to be a magical and memorable time of non-stop festivities for the 100 Years of Wonder, celebrating 100 years since The Walt…
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Immersive Avatar Exhibit Heading to Shanghai Disney Resort
A new immersive exhibit based on the world of Avatar is headed to Shanghai Disney Resort. Avatar: Explore Pandora will be arriving at Shanghai Disneyland on September 22, 2022 and stay through March 2023. The exhibit will be available from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily during park hours. This will give guests the chance…
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The Mandalorian and Grogu Headed to Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in November
The Mandalorian and Grogu are heading to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland in November. The announcement came from A Boundless Future: Disney Parks, Experiences and Products panel at D23 Expo 2022 last weekend. Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro was joined on stage during the panel by Jon Favreau to talk about…
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runDisney Returns to Disneyland Resort in 2024
runDisney races are returning to the Disneyland Resort in 2024. The announcement was made during a presentation by Josh D’Amaro at the D23 Expo 2022. The races were discontinued for the Disneyland Resort in 2018 during a time when construction was ramping up for new lands and experiences. Since then the Disneyland Resort has added…
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EPCOT – Celebrating 40 Years of Inspiration, Imagination, and Possibility
On October 1, 1982, EPCOT Center opened its gates for the first time. Originally pitched by Walt Disney as the Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow, EPCOT Center has always been about imagination, innovation, and the possibility of a better tomorrow. This was something Walt Disney was very excited about. During a video shot to share…
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Looking at the Reimagined Mickey’s Toontown as Seen at D23 Expo’s Wonderful World of Dreams Pavilion
The Wonderful World of Dreams Pavilion this year had several different displays that gave a look at new and exciting things from around the globe that Disney Parks, Experiences and Products has in the works. This includes a look at Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Wish, some of the robotics used by Imagineering,…