Category: Parks
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Board Appointed by Governor DeSantis Requests Ruling Against Disney Without Trial
The board for the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, which was appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis, has requested that a state judge rule against Disney without a trial. In a filing on Tuesday, the board asked a state judge for a summary judgment that would rule in their favor on five of the nine counts…
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Disney Cruise Line to Honor Families on Castaway Cay with Special Display
The Disney Cruise Line is currently celebrating its 25th anniversary. For 25 years, Disney fans have been going on magical cruises and visiting the most magical island, Castaway Cay. Disney’s private island in The Bahamas first welcomed guests 25 years ago. Since then, magical memories have been made as guests visit this very special place.…
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Bruno Coming to Magic Kingdom as Part of Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month
Walt Disney World Resort will be celebrating Hispanic and Latin American Heritage Month from September 15th through October 15th. Throughout the month-long celebration there will be plenty of exciting experiences to be had throughout Walt Disney World. This includes entertainment, food, art, merchandise, and a few other things… including Bruno and Mirabel! Magic Kingdom At…
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Disneyland’s Main Street Fire Engine Celebrates 65 Years on Main Street
Today the Fire Engine at Disneyland celebrates 65 years of driving up and down Main Street, USA. On August 16, 1958, the Fire Engine was added to the fleet of vehicles on Main Street, USA. It was a favorite vehicle of Walt Disney, who loved to drive it around the park in the mornings before…
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Surviving the Heat in the Disney Parks
Summertime is a great time to visit the Disney theme parks, until it isn’t. They can be a lot of fun but when the heat continues to rise, things can become challenging… if not dangerous. With the weather, particularly in Florida, being very warm right now, it is very easy to overheat when visiting the…
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Disney Cruise Line Transformation of Global Dream Begins at Wismar Shipyard
The Global Dream has been officially transferred to MV Werften and begun its tranformation to a Disney Cruise Line ship. The ship was purchased last year by for 40 million euros ($41 million). Upon the time of purchase, it was reportedly 75% complete. “Our cruise ships give us the unique opportunity to bring Disney magic…
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New Foods Coming for Contempo Café at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
New foods are arriving at the Contempo Café tomorrow at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Starting on August 16th, there will be new items on the menu for those who stop by for a bite. Disney shared about these new delishes dishes. Read what was said below! Do you want a yummy breakfast option? You’re in luck…
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Magic Key Dance Party Kicks Off in Disney California Adventure
On the evening of August 14, 2023, Magic Key holders lined up to experience the Magic Key Dance Party at the Disney Junior Theater in Disney California Adventure. The event started a bit later than expected but then soon proved to be quite popular. At the event, Magic Key holders could pick up a DuckTales magnet,…
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First Look at Disney Treasure to Be Shared by Disney Cruise Line on August 30
The newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line ship will be revealed by the Disney Cruise Line on August 30th. During a livestream, Disney fans will get a first look at this beautiful new ship. The world premiere of “Unlocking the Disney Treasure: Adventure Awaits Onboard Disney’s Newest Ship” will be livestreamed on Wednesday August…
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Halloween Screams Dining Package Coming to Plaza Inn at Disneyland
In 2022, Disneyland’s Plaza Inn hosted a nightly dessert party for the Halloween Screams Nighttime Spectacular. This year, a big change has been made. You can now enjoy a frightfully fun event that’s all about Halloween! Plaza Inn will host a spirited experience, where you’ll find some spooky treats—dedicated to thrilling your taste buds. Plus,…
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Tickets Go on Sale for D23 Gold Member “Ahsoka” Fan Event
D23 is hosting an Ahsoka fan event at Disneyland on August 17, 2023 and tickets for the event are now on sale. The event is free and available for D23 Gold Members. Tickets go on sale at 3:00 PM PDT. Below are all the details for this event. Expect tickets to sell out quickly. Ahsoka…
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Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Administrator Faces Ethics Questions
Glenton “Glen” Gilzean, the administrator for the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District that governs most of the land where Walt Disney World Resort is found, is facing ethical questions in the state of Florida. The questions come up over his current role as both the administrator for the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District and also…
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Urges Disney to Drop Lawsuit
He has fought Disney in the courts, in the state legislature, at the local district, and now in the media. Governor Ron DeSantis continued his feud with The Walt Disney Company in an interview with CNBC. In this interview, he urged Disney’s CEO Bob Iger to drop the lawsuit that the company has against him.…
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Avengers Vault Store Heading to Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure in September
Anyone who has walked through Avengers Campus recently more than likely noticed that some work has been happening on the side of the Avengers HQ building. Today, it was announced by Disney that this location will be a new retail location called Avengers Vault. It was also announced that this new shop will be opening…
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Splitsville Luxury Lanes Offers Brunch After CHOC Walk
On Sunday August 20, 2023, thousands of supports of the Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) will be walking through the Disneyland Resort for the return of the CHOC Walk (join Team Daps Magic at chocwalk.org/dapsmagic). After CHOC Walk, Splitsville Luxury Lanes has announced that it will be offering a brunch for CHOC Walk participants.…
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Sunday Spotlight: Olaf in Fantasyland
There was a time when you could find Olaf in Fantasyland at Disneyland. This goes back about ten years ago when Olaf arrived on the roof of a building where Anna and Elsa were meeting. He arrived in November 2013 and immediately began delighting guests throughout the day and the night as they waited to…
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Special Magic Key Holder Experience Coming to Disney California Adventure
It’s just about time for Disneyland Resort Magic Key Holders of all ages to put on their dancing shoes and show off their best moves at a special Magic Key dance party at Disney California Adventure Park. Stop by the Disney Junior Theater in Disney California Adventure to meet and greet characters, pose for a…
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Disneyland Paris Shares About The Creation of New Disneyland Hotel Costumes
Work continues on the reimagining of the Disneyland Hotel at Disneyland Paris. Right over the entrance to Disneyland Paris, this beautiful tell is iconic and memorable. One element that could easily be overlooked by day to day guests is the costumes that Cast Members will be wearing at the reimagined Disneyland Hotel. One person who…
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Happy Haunts Materialize at Magic Kingdom
A group of happy haunts materialized at the Magic Kingdom recently in the dark of night. At the stroke of midnight, ghostly residents of the Haunted Mansion at Walt Disney World Resort came together in celebration of the new Haunted Mansion movie. The film is now playing in theaters. The ghosts… played in the park.…
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It’s All About Family as “The Wonder Years” Heads to Disneyland
The finale for season two of The Wonder Years will be on 9:00 p.m. EDT on ABC and then on Hulu the following day. Ahead of this episode being broadcast on ABC and then Hulu, Daps Magic was invited to the Disneyland Resort for a preview in the Opera House of the final episode of the…
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Check Out the Photo Ops Being Offered at Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party begins its run for this year’s Halloween season tonight. On select nights from now through Halloween, guests will get to go to the Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom and experience incredible entertainment, merchandise, foods, and also some photo ops from Disney PhotoPass. Take a look below at all of the photo…
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Disney VoluntEARS Come Together to Donate to Anaheim Students
Disney VoluntEARS continue to make a difference in the communities where Disney is found. Around the Disneyland Resort, Disney VoluntEARS came together to donate 4,000 school supplies to students in Anaheim. This is part of an effort to ensure local students start the year off in the right way. Disney VoluntEARS brought magic to the…
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2025 Dates for National Geographic Expeditions Cruises Announced
The 2025 dates for the National Geographic Expeditions cruises have been announced today. On an expedition cruise, adventurers get a chance to be up close and personal with the natural world. There are over 90 of these cruises that are now able to be found on the National Geographic Expeditions Cruises website. National Geographic shares…
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Photos/Video: Downtown Disney District Construction Update
Work continues on for the transformation of the West end of Downtown Disney District. Each week it seems like more and more changes can be seen happening. With these changes, the beginning of what the future Downtown Disney District will look like is beginning to be seen more easily. This includes framework for buildings and…