Category: Disneyland Resort
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Sweeter Than Pooh’s Honey: the Tigger Tail from Pooh’s Corner
A Tigger Tail Will Brighten Any Day The Disneyland Resort is known for its sweet treats. From the classic churro carts to the Gibson Girl Ice Cream Palor, there’s another dessert option everywhere you turn! But have you tried the sugary goodness of a Tigger Tail? It’s one of my favorites! Alongside Its Namesake As…
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The Return of Tom Sawyer Island at Disneyland
Disneyland has reopened Tom Sawyer’s Island after a lengthy refurbishment. Before Tom Sawyer Island has been an attraction since the early days of the park. Though not open on opening day, it is still considered a classic attraction at Disneyland. Much of it remained the same until Fantasmic! premiered, when several show elements were built.…
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Disneyland Resort 2017 All-American College Band Arrives for a Summer of Musical Fun!
The Disneyland Resort All-American College Band returned to the Disneyland Resort yesterday. Under the direction of Dr. Ron McCurdy the band will be performing for nine weeks this summer in both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. The season this year began with the patriotic flag retreat in Town Square on Main Street, USA. The next…
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Disneyland Classic Attractions Return in June and July
Disney Parks Blog has announced the return dates of several Disneyland classic attractions. Fantasmic The classic nighttime show with changes will come back on July 17. This will coincide with Disneyland’s 62nd anniversary. Disneyland has already announced the additions to the show, including Lion King and Aladdin having appearances. Much of the rest of the…
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Summer at Knott’s Berry Farm & Disneyland – Sundays with DAPs Photo & Video Update
Summer has come to Knott’s Berry Farm and Disneyland. With this comes a host of new fun things to be done at both of these Orange County theme parks. This Sunday the DAPs Magic team divided and conquered as Mr. DAPs headed with a small team to Disneyland and Murray headed to Knott’s Berry Farm.…
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Inside Disneyland: The View from the East Coast, Part 1
As a member of the DAPs Magic team, I am always hearing the latest news and all the goings-on around Disneyland. However, being a native Floridian residing in Orlando, most of the Disneyland talk is often quite foreign to me. When recording the DAPscast and the topic turns to Disneyland specifically, I usually find myself leaning back…
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New FastPass Scanners Unveiled at Disneyland
@BeciMahnken on Twitter found some new posts without covers on them at Big Thunder Mountain at Disneyland. Look what was just unveiled at Big Thunder Railroad @disneylandtoday. pic.twitter.com/awTTD5javr — Beci Mahnken (@BeciMahnken) June 10, 2017 In 2015, Disneyland began testing new “self-serve” FastPass entrances at Space Mountain. Guests were given a barcode card to gain…
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Adventureland Changes at Disneyland For More Walkways
Adventureland will be undergoing some changes by the end of June, according to OC Register. The changes will affect Bengal Barbecue, Tropical Imports, South Seas Traders and Indiana Jones Outpost. The reason for the changes are to relieve the walkways of the congested lands. Bengal Barbecue The small skewer eatery will get a much needed…
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Carnation Café: A Special Experience in the Heart of Main Street
Carnation Café Delivers Comfort Food in Charming Setting Nestled in the West side of Main Street, Carnation Café is a sit down restaurant. Walking along this famous route, it is easy to miss. Look for the large light-adorned sign and red striped awning, among the similar store fronts. Carnation Café Offers Breakfast and a Lunch…
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Top 5 Disney California Adventure Attractions – Murray’s Picks
Disney California Adventure is a park that is relatively young compared to others in the Disney family. In its 15 plus years there have been quite a few attractions that have come and gone. But, there are quite a few that have been around for a while and seem to be sticking around for the…
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The Joy of Line-Waiting: A Disney Parks Guide
Lines. They’re usually not the top reason for visiting a Disney resort. They usually don’t make the top ten, for that matter. But, with ever-more-popular theme park experiences like those provided by Disney, it’s an expected inconvenience. So, how do you make the best of it? Fortunately, using the tools Disney provides, and a bit…
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5 Reasons to Visit the Disneyland Resort During Summer of Heroes
This last week kicked off Summer of Heroes at the Disneyland Resort! This means adventuring with all of our favorite Marvel superheroes and exploring all there is to explore in this new universe. Since its opening to the public, I’ve been able to see various pieces of the summer event over the course of a…
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Sunday Spotlight: Space Mountain
Space Mountain has always been a favorite attraction of mine at the Disneyland Resort. It originally opened on May 29, 1977 and recently celebrated it’s 40th anniversary. The Disneyland version however, is not the original. The first of five incarnations of this attraction actually opened two years earlier at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney…
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Summer of Heroes Snacks – Time to Hero Up with New Menus
Summer of Heroes Opens with Exciting Menus Summer of Heroes has taken over Hollywoodland in California Adventure! In tune with the opening of “Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: Breakout!” a heroic overlay has arrived for the oncoming months. New menu items fitting the theme hit quick service restaurants this week. Knowhere Eats is a new restaurant that…
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The Coffee House at Disneyland Hotel Unveils New Donuts on National Donut Day!
June 2nd is National Donut Day this year. This holiday takes place on the first Friday in June each year in the United States. In celebration of this magical day the Disneyland Hotel has shared on the Disney Parks Blog some new gourmet donuts. These donuts are now served at The Coffee House. Made in-house daily, The Coffee…
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Dancing Groot Leads Merchandise Offerings at Summer of Heroes
The Summer of Heroes is now in full force at the Disneyland Resort. Guests now have the chance to dance with Star-Lord and Gamora, meet Groot, learn to be Avengers with Hawkeye and Black-Widow, and rescue the Guardians of the Galaxy with Rocket Raccoon. All this Marvel greatness in Disney California Adventure doesn’t need to…
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Lots of Ways to Be Heroic During Disneyland Resort’s Summer of Heroes!
During the Summer of Heroes this summer, there a lot of different ways to get in on the action and be heroic! Recently I interviewed David Miller about all of the ways to be heroic this summer. During the interview, we were joined by Captain America who helped explain the Summer of Heroes even more!…
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Summer of Heroes, Ghost Town Alive, & Space Mountain – Disneyland & Knott’s Update
Memorial Day Weekend was packed full of things to do at the Disneyland Resort and Knott’s Berry Farm. Space Mountain Anniversary On Saturday, Disneyland celebrated the 40th anniversary of Space Mountain with a special card handed out at the attraction. In Star Traders and Disneyana special “I Was There” shirts were for sale. Blue shirts…
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Sunday Spotlight: Five & Dime at Disney California Adventure
There are many fun magical moments to discovered and experienced at Disney California Adventure, especially since being re-imagined. One of my favorite magical moments is when a big jalopy makes its way up Hollywood Blvd to Carthay Circle. It is loaded with a fun little jazz group and a phenomenal jazz singer. Five & Dime then…
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Looking Back at the Guardians of the Galaxy Grand Opening Gala
Guardians of the Galaxy Grand Opening Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! has had a small presence for some months because of the building. But, it is a big occasion to have the first of Marvel attractions at an American Disney Resort. So, it came as no surprise that the Disneyland Resort would celebrate…
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Summer of Heroes Kicks Off at Disneyland Resort with Super Heroes, Super Experiences, and Super Lines!
Today Summer of Heroes officially began at the Disneyland Resort. This summer brings the largest presence of Marvel characters to the Disneyland Resort and judging by those in attendance today, this is a good thing. Hollywood Backlots was filled with people excitedly waiting to experience the various Marvel opportunities offered. From food, to character meet and…
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Disney Junior Dance Party is an Energetic Time for Kids
Disney California Adventure has premiered its new kid friendly show: Disney Junior Dance Party. The lively show is full of characters and, of course, dancing. The Show The show starts with a live host coming through the audience. As this DJ greets guests a tablet enables a lucky kid guest a chance to start the show…
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Avengers Training Initiative Debuts at Disney California Adventure!
The Avengers have taken residence on the Hollywood Land backlot stage. In a show featuring Black Widow and Hawkeye from Marvel fame, kids get to participate with the heroes. The Show Two trainers from S.H.I.E.L.D. start the show off and explain how they are getting to train new recruits. The new recruits are kid guests…
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Food Fit for Heroes Featured During Summer of Heroes at Disneyland Resort – Mr. DAPs Learns How to Make Falafels
Visit the Summer of Heroes at the Disneyland Resort this year and it doesn’t take long to discover that there are some incredible food offerings to be had. One of those offerings that can be found at the Studio Catering Co. food truck in Hollywood Backlots are the Savory Strength Falafel Pita. This delicious falafel has…