Category: Parks
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World’s First Zootopia-Themed Land Opens at Shanghai Disney Resort
Shanghai, December 19, 2023 – Shanghai Disney Resort celebrated the opening of the world’s first Zootopia-themed land at Shanghai Disneyland with a spectacular event befitting a mammalian destination where anyone can be anything. Based on the hugely successful Walt Disney Animation Studios film, Zootopia, the land is a celebration of new heights reached in storytelling made…
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Disney Aulani Resort Honors Disney Holiday Tradition With Cultural Twist
There are many holiday traditions around the world, and no matter how you celebrate, each one is unique in their own way. Over at Disney Aulani Resort in Hawaii, Cast Members kicked off December with a new show, “He Mo‘olelo Hemolele: A Story of Faith, Hope & Aloha.” This show was inspired by Disney Parks’ beloved holiday…
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Photos/Videos: Take a Look at Shanghai Disneyland’s Zootopia
On December 20, 2023, Zootopia will officially open for guests to experience at Shanghai Disneyland. This new area at the Shanghai Disney Resort brings the characters and mammalian metropolis found in the Walt Disney Animation Studios film of the same name to life. It includes a new attraction Zootopia: Hot Pursuit, featuring a trackless ride…
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New Show Inspired by ‘The Little Mermaid’ Headed to Disney’s Hollywood Studios
A new show inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios’ The Little Mermaid is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2024. This will be a fully reimagined theatrical production called The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure. This new musical will be arriving in a refreshed Animation Courtyard theater in the fall of 2024. The new…
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Daps From the Past: 2013 Candlelight Processional at Disneyland
For many years now Daps Magic has been filming the first show each night of Disneyland’s Candlelight Processional. 2013 was no exception. Most years saw the same narrating telling the story of Christmas both nights of Candlelight (except that one year when there were multiple nights/weeks of Candlelight). However, 2013 was not a normal year.…
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“Snow” Many Wishes Granted: Hong Kong Disneyland’s Creative Director Takes Make-A-Wish Child Dominic Behind-The-Scenes of the New World of Frozen
Happy Summer Snow Day! We’ve seen the incredible all-new themed land World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, but ever wonder who brought this Frozen-themed land to life? For 17-year-old Make-A-Wish child Dominic from Singapore, this was his wish – to meet the Imagineers involved with the all-new World of Frozen. Last week, Dominic and…
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Walt Disney World Announces More “Good-to-Go” Days for Annual Passholders Along With Other New Updates
2024 will be a good year to visit Walt Disney World Resort! Today, Walt Disney World announced that more Good-To-Go Days, All-Day Park Hoppers are returning, reservation updates, and some updates to Dining Plans which will be returning as well. All of these announcements can be read below. What do you think of these updates…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Celebrates 100 Millionth Guest
The World of Frozen just opened at Hong Kong Disneyland and now it has another exciting thing to celebrate. Hong Kong Disneyland is celebrating its 100 millionth guest. The 100 millionth guest was welcomed and then enjoyed a magical day at Hong Kong Disneyland. Disney shared the following about Chen family, who happened to have…
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New ‘Wish’ Experience Arrives in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort
A new experience has popped up in celebration of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ newest movie Wish. This is a Wish x Meta Photo Booth Experience that was previously at the Wish premiere. This immersive experience is currently being offered from 10:30 AM to 8:30 PM. It isn’t known how long this pop up will remain…
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Orchestrion in Frontierland Brings Unique Holiday Music to Disneyland Resort
There are two orchestrions that can be found at the Disneyland Resort. One is in the Candy Palace on Main Street, USA and the other is in Frontierland. The Frontierland orchestrion originally was found in the Main Street Train Station before being moved to the Silver Spur Supplies store. This instrument is about 100 years…
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Holidays at the Disneyland Resort 2023 – Part II: All We Want for Christmas
When the festive spirit takes over the Disneyland Resort during the holiday season, an enchanting array of themed gifts also takes its place on shelves and displays. The atmosphere is electric with eager visitors bustling through shops adorned with sparkling decorations and shelves brimming with exclusive Disney merchandise. Gift-seekers weave through crowds, eyes twinkling as…
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Walt Disney World Cancels Disney Jollywood Nights Tonight Due to Severe Weather
With extreme weather making its way across Florida, Walt Disney World Resort has announced that it has canceled tonight’s Disney Jollywood Nights (review here). Guests who were planning on attending the hard-ticketed event tonight will get an automatic refun. Disney Jollywood Nights is the newest holiday party at the Walt Disney World Resort. This party…
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New Baby Elephant Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
For the first time in seven years, a new baby elephant has been born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The African elephant calf was born to Nadirah and mother and daughter are currently backstage bonding. Disney shares that the new calf is “bringing plenty of joy to our animal care team this holiday season.” The new little…
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Disney Cruise Line Updates Kids Club Age Ranges
The Disney Cruise Line has revised the ranges of ages for kids visiting its kids clubs aboard all of its fleet of ships. The changes were made based of guest feedback and Disney hopes to enhance the guest experience for younger guests cruising on the Disney Cruise Line. The changes affect the Disney’s Oceaneer Club…
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Knott’s Berry Farm Announced Closure Dates For Multiple Camp Snoopy Attractions
Knott’s Berry Farm has announced that January 7, 2024 will be the final day for guests to experience three attractions in Camp Snoopy. This comes as the area is about to get some new and enhanced experiences. The following attractions are set to close in January: The closure of these attractions will help them make…
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Walt Disney World’s Pirates of the Caribbean Attraction Turns 50
On this day in 1973, the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction opened at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort. 50 years later, this attraction still is a fan-favorite. While the park didn’t initially open with the attraction, it was soon realized that guests really wanted to experience Pirates of the Caribbean in Florida…
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Disneyland Paris Uses Real Trees for Christmas Decorations in Continued Focus on Sustainability
Disneyland Paris continues to work towards sustainability. It has many different initiatives to make this happen. One of these initiatives is the use of sustainable trees for its Christmas trees. In essence, Disneyland Paris is using real live trees as Christmas trees. This goes beyond just a tree here or a tree there. There are…
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‘TOGETHER: a Pixar Musical Adventure’ Receives Blooloop Innovation Award
TOGETHER: a Pixar Musical Adventure at Disneyland Paris has been honored with a Blooloop Innovation Award. The new show was recognized for Storytelling Innovation at this year’s Blooloop Innovation Awards. This recognizes innovative projects across the industry that deliver an exceptional visitor experience. This new musical opened at Disneyland Paris in the Walt Disney Studios…
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Fantasy in the Sky Fireworks Spectacular to Be Offered Twice at Disneyland on New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve at Disneyland Resort is one of THE places to be. The park comes to life with a festive spirit as guests couple the magic of Disney with the magic of the new year. Many people make it an annual tradition to make the trek down to The Happiest Place on Earth! to…
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Disney Treasure Reaches New Important Milestone
The Disney Treasure, the next ship that is set to join the Disney Cruise Line Fleet next year, has reached an important milestone. This week the Disney Cruise Line announced the completion of its last block. This is important as cruise ships are built in blocks that are then assembled together to create a ship. With…
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Voices of Liberty Bring Joyful Song to America Pavilion During Holidays
The Voices of Liberty are a fan favorite that can be found in the America Pavilion at EPCOT. For the Daps Magic team, they are always on the list of entertainment groups to be seen when visiting Walt Disney World Resort. Throughout most of the year, the Voices of Liberty perform patriotic tunes that showcase…
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Disney Legend and Former CEO of Oriental Land Company Toshio Kagami Honored With Cavalcade at Disneyland
Disney Legend and former CEO of Oriental Land Company (owner and operator of Tokyo Disney Resort) Toshio Kagami was honored yesterday with a special cavalcade at Disneyland. The cavalcade found Kagami-san riding down Main Street, USA aboard Walt’s Main Street Fire Truck, accompanied by the Mickey Mouse, the Disneyland Band, and other Disney friends to…
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Walt Disney World Resort Rings in the Holidays with Soulful Delights
Guests can “Celebrate Soulfully’’ this holiday season with festive music, lively entertainment and magical offerings LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – (Dec. 12, 2023) – The holidays are in full swing at Walt Disney World Resort where guests are enjoying enchanting experiences, cultural immersions and general merrymaking that pay tribute to Black heritage and culture through music, food, art…
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Knott’s Berry Farm Looking For 2024 Knott’s Berry Ambassadors
Knott’s Berry Farm is looking for a new class of Knott’s Berry Ambassadors. Knott’s is looking for content creators who will help share the stories and other exciting things that are coming out of Knott’s Berry Farm, California’s Original Theme Park. Ideal candidates will have a personal connection with the park and also have a…