Category: Disneyland Resort
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Celebrate 25 Years of Two Holidays Colliding with Disney PhotoPass Magic Shots Inspired by ‘Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas’ at the Disneyland Resort
I can’t believe my eyes! Is it already time to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Nightmare Before Christmas? Not only can you celebrate with the beloved Haunted Mansion Holiday, but Disney PhotoPass service has cooked up some truly sinister magic shots to help commemorate the anniversary! From October 26-31, some of your favorite characters…
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Celebrate Your Play Disney Parks App Achievements with New Pins Available for Purchas in the Disney Parks
Are you ready to take you Play Disney Parks App to an all-new level? The Disney parks are now giving you a chance! For a limited time, guests with the Never Lander, Space Mountaineer or Midway Maniac achievements in the Play Disney Parks app can purchase commemorative physical pins to take with them everywhere they…
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A Look Inside the Newly Reimagined World of Disney Shops – From Disney Springs to Downtown Disney District
World of Disney is officially open to make magic on both coasts! The DAPs Team was lucky enough to be able to see both in person, so come along with us as we take you through the pixie dust that lies inside the walls of each World Of Disney! Both shops have been reimagined to…
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Sunday Spotlight: Minnie’s Fly Girls
One of my favorite shows that came to the Disneyland Resort was Minnie’s Fly Girls. This show took place in what used to be Condor Flats at Disney California Adventure. It was on a stage across from Soarin’ Over California. The show began flights on February 17, 2012, and continued through October 20, 2013. Minnie’s…
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Get Your Exclusive Sneak Peek into the Newly Reimagined World of Disney at Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort
Are you ready to shop for all your Disney favorites in one exciting new spot? Now you can! The newly reimagined World of Disney shop in Downtown Disney District in the Disneyland Resort is almost open for business and you can get your very own sneak peek right here! We had the honor of stepping…
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Disney Theme Parks to Offer a Sneak Peek of Ralph Breaks the Internet!
Guests visiting the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts next month will have the opportunity to see a sneak peek of Ralph Breaks the Internet. For guests visiting the Disneyland Resort, they will be able to see a segment of the new Disney animated film in the Tomorrowland Theater. This limited sneak peek will run…
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Disneyland Resort Announces Collaboration with CHOC Children’s to Reinvent Patient Experience
Disneyland Resort Announces Collaboration with CHOC Children’s to Reinvent Patient Experience In March, Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger announced an innovative plan to dedicate more than $100 million in company resources, including cash, products and services, to reinvent the patient and family experience in children’s hospitals across the globe, as part of the Disney…
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Rainforest Cafe Wants to Return to the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort
The Rainforest Cafe wants to return to the Disneyland Resort. The corporate owner, Landry’s, has expressed interest in bringing the Rainforest Cafe back to its former home in the Downtown Disney District. It was closed earlier this year to make room for a new hotel that was to be built in the general area. However,…
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Take a look at Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort: Photo Report
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort is always a hauntingly fun time to visit. Some of your favorite characters dress in adorable costumes, while you can find seasonal decor in both parks, Downtown Disney, and even the hotels. We’ve collected a number of photos from the Halloween festivities, and wanted to share them with you!…
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A Sweet Opening for Salt and Straw, Downtown Disney’s Newest Dining Location
Today, Salt and Straw opened in Downtown Disney, the first Orange County location for the brand. The artisan ice cream shop is a welcome addition to the shopping and dining available to guests of the resort. DAPS contributor Murray was on hand for the grand opening festivities this morning, and shared photos and videos of…
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Disneyland Resort Releases New Concept Art for New Parking Structure and Pedestrian Bridge
The Disneyland Resort continues work on its new parking structure. Located right next to the Mickey and Friends parking structure, this lot will add an addition 6,500 parking spots for Disneyland Resort guests. For guests regularly parking at the Mickey and Friends parking structure, seeing this new structure take form has been a regular occurrence.…
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Anaheim City Attorney Informs City Council That Disneyland Resort is Exempt From Measure L
Measure L is a ballot initiative that will be voted on by Anaheim voters this November. If passed, it would require certain hospitality businesses in Anaheim to pay a “living wage.” The Anaheim City Attorney informed the Anaheim City Council on Tuesday night that the Disneyland Resort is exempt from the upcoming Measure L if it…
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Get the Scoop on the Grand Opening of Salt and Straw in Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort
Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort is getting bigger and better every single day! Salt and Straw, an exciting ice cream shop with small-batch, chef-driven ice cream made by hand with local ingredients, has found its new home in Disneyland and we couldn’t be any more excited! The shop will have its grand opening…
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Disney Cancels Plans for Proposed Disneyland Resort Luxury Hotel in Anaheim Due to Loss of Tax Break
Disney has canceled its plans to build a new luxury hotel at the Disneyland Resort. The news comes after the elimination of a tax break by the city of Anaheim which would have saved Disney $267 million over the course of 20 years. This hotel’s cancellation highlights the tensions that have been simmering between Disney and…
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Disney California Adventure Previews The Nutcracker and the Four Realms at Sunset Showcase Theater with Introduction by Mackenzie Foy
This weekend Disney California Adventure began showing a preview of The Nutcracker and the Four Realms in the Sunset Showcase Theater. This preview has an introduction by actress Mackenzie Foy, who plays Clara in the film. The presentation begins with an introduction by Foy. Then the preview begins. It shows what appears to be the…
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Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room Returns Replacing Restrooms with a Ramp at the Disneyland Resort
Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room has re-opened at the Disneyland Resort. The classic Adventureland attraction opened halfway through the day today. Immediately it was a hit as fans crowded into the lanai and the new ramp leading up to the attraction. The ramp replaces what was originally two restrooms. These weren’t the most well-known restrooms…
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Step Out in Your Favorite Disneybound at the Disney Parks for #DreamBigPrincess and International Day of the Girl
Disney has been pushing the next generations of storytellers to the spotlight with the “Dream Big, Princess” campaign. The campaign uses some of our favorite Disney heroines to remind young ones to have “faith in your dreams” and the “dream that you wish will come true!” October 11 was dedicated the International Day of the…
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Downtown Disney’s World of Disney Store Shows Off New Sign and Magical Effects at the Disneyland Resort
The East side of the World of Disney store at the Disneyland Resort’s Downtown Disney District has opened. With it comes a new entrance sign on the outside. Inside, there are new magical effects to be found. On top of the simplified and colorful sign on the outside, there are some magical fireworks effects to…
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New Ramp Unveiled in Redesigned Lanai for Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room Ahead of Attraction Re-Opening at Disneyland
A new ramp and wall have been unveiled ahead of the re-opening of Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room at the Disneyland Resort. The lanai, where this ramp can be seen, was re-opened a day ahead of the re-opening of the attraction. It has been undergoing renovations throughout the summer and fall. DAPS MAGIC team member…
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“Nutcracker and the Four Realms” Star Delights Guests with a Surprise Visit at Sunset Showcase Theater
Guests getting a sneak peek at Disney’s upcoming film “Nutcracker and the Four Realms” got a chance to see the star of the film, Mackenzie Foy! Foy surprised Disney guests at the Sunset Showcase Theater in Disney California Adventure Park after the sneak peek ended, much to the delight of guests who weren’t expecting such…
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Disneyland Resort Gives a Warm Welcome to 2019-2020 Ambassador Team with a Cavalcade down Main Street, USA
The Disneyland Resort announced the 2019-2020 Ambassador team today with a cavalcade that made its way through Disneyland and down Main Street, USA. The event took place after Disneyland President Josh D’Amaro announced that cast members Justin Rapp and Rafa Barron will become the 2019-2020 Disneyland Resort Ambassadors. The cavalcade included both of the newly…
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Welcome the 2019-2020 Disneyland Resort Ambassador Team to A Year of Magic and Excitement
Our new team of ambassadors for the Disneyland Resort are here! Please help us in welcoming Rafa Barron and Justin Rapp to the 2019-2020 season! The Disneyland Resort Ambassador program was started in 1965 when Walt Disney hand selected Julie Reihm to represent Disneyland. Ambassadors take on acting as the face of the resort, as well as…
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Experience the Joy of Mobile Ordering with These New Additions to the Disneyland Resort
Mobile ordering at the Disneyland Resort is getting bigger and better every day! Today, we are excited to announce even more locations with this service to make your trip the best possible! New Locations Edelweiss Snacks Stage Door Cafe Refreshment Corner Royal Street Veranda With the mobile ordering service at the Disneyland Resort having now…
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Earl of Sandwich Reopens in the Disneyland Resort’s Downtown Disney District Just Months After Closing
The Earl of Sandwich is now open in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort… again. The re-opening of this popular sandwich shop took place around 12:00 PM on Monday after a brief delay. The re-opening of the Earl of Sandwich again means that guests can now stop by for breakfast, lunch, or dinner…