Category: Parks
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Photos/Video: Downtown Disney District Construction Update – October 28, 2023
Each week we get closer to the opening of the west end of the Downtown Disney District. With the recent announcement that the new lawn and stage will be opening, things seem to change more rapidly each day. Daps Magic continues to document the progress of this transformation, not just for the west end but…
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GEEK EATS: Disney Festival of Holidays Food Offerings at Disney California Adventure
Disney Festival of Holidays is almost upon us! With the return of this holiday tradition there will be plenty of entertainment (including Phat Cat Swinger), holiday merchandise, experiences, and of course food! Ahead of the return of Disney Festival of Holidays to Disney California Adventure, Disney has shared a look at what will be available…
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A First Visit to Tokyo DisneySea – Mr. Daps Goes to Japan
Earlier this week I had the opportunity and pleasure of going to Tokyo DisneySea for the first time as I continue to have adventures throughout Japan. This first visit was everyone one could hope for. It was full of magic, beautiful vistas, amazing food, and incredible cast members (and guests for that matter)! For this…
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Cedar Fair and Six Flags Merging to Create Leading Theme Park Company
Cedar Fair and Six Flags announced that they are merging to create a new theme park company. This new combined company will have 42 parks and 9 resorts across 17 states, Canada, and Mexico. The news came from a release for Six Flags investors. Here is the full announcement:
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Asha From “WISH” Arrives at EPCOT
Asha, from the upcoming Walt Disney Animation Studios film Wish, has arrived at EPCOT to meet with Walt Disney World Resort guests. The arrival of this new Disney leading lady at EPCOT comes ahead of the arrival of her movie in theaters this Thanksgiving. It also comes ahead of the arrival of the character at…
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“Mickey’s Toontown Express” Plane Revealed by Disneyland Resort and Alaska Airlines
A new beautiful Disney-themed plane has been revealed by Alaska Airlines and the Disneyland Resort. Called Mickey’s Toontown Express, this plane celebrates the recently re-imagined and re-opened Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland. It features Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and others in Mickey’s Toontown. The plane was revealed in Seattle at a special gate ceremony before it…
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How Many Disney Parks Are There?
Featuring iconic attractions, characters and events, each Disney theme park is a world of its own. In total, 12 Disney theme parks make up the six Disney Resorts in North America, Europe and Asia, and every park offers its own unique blend of entertainment, imagination and adventure. What are the six Disney Resorts? Disney’s six…
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Disneyland Magic Key Holders To Get First Look at Adventureland Treehouse
Disneyland Magic Key Holders can get a first look at the Adventureland Treehouse at Disneyland during a special preview on Thursday, November 9, according to Scott Gustin on X, formerly Twitter. The Adventureland Treehouse, inspired by Walt Disney’s Swiss Family Robinson, will officially open to all guests on Friday, November 10. The preview will be…
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Others Will Be Punished for “Disfavored” Views if Governor DeSantis Wins in Lawsuit Disney Says
Disney has issued another warning about the stakes of a lawsuit it is embroiled in with Governor DeSantis and other Florida leaders regarding the future of the former Reedy Creek Improvement District. In a filing on Monday, Disney claimed that its free speech was violated and that if Governor DeSantis wins this lawsuit, the company…
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Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa Partners With Make-A-Wish For First Ever Aulani Wish Week
Recently Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa partnered with Make-A-Wish for the first ever Aulani Wish Week. For this very special week, 20 wish kids and their families were invited to Aulani for a spooktacular week-long bash full of thrills and chills. This came after the success of the Once Upon A Wish Party at…
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GEEK EATS: Food Offerings for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2023
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will soon be delighting guests with holiday magic at the Magic Kingdom. Along with all of the entertainment offerings, there will also be some amazing foods to enjoy. Disney has revealed all of the food offerings that will be available at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party ahead of the first…
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U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Fly Over Walt Disney World Resort
The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds flew over Walt Disney World Resort today to mark the the arrival of National Veterans and Military Families Month in November. The Thunderbirds were hosted by Walt Disney World Resort and added extra magic as guests looked up and saw these magnificent planes fly over Magic Kingdom and EPCOT in tight formation.…
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New Old Boats Appear in Adventureland – 30 Years Ago at Disneyland
Some changes at Disneyland are so abrupt or momentous or large that they cannot be missed when they are happening, and the change itself is long remembered. Other changes, more subtle and instantly familiar, are soon forgotten. In October, 1993, Disneyland’s venerable Jungle Cruise rolled out the first subtle change in a years-long makeover that…
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Popular Little Big Band Phat Cat Swinger Returning to Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure
The incredibly popular little big band Phat Cat Swinger is returning to Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure. According to the Disneyland Entertainment Guide, Phat Cat Swinger will begin performances on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. They will be performing at 5:30 PM and 6:45 PM at the Palisades Stage in Paradise Gardens Park.…
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Special Tote Bag Coming for Disneyland Magic Key Holders
Holidays at the Disneyland Resort begin Friday, November 10 and continue through Sunday, January 7, 2024. Before the holiday season kicks off, Disneyland Magic Key Holders can pick up a special tote celebrating Disney ¡Viva Navidad! This special tote will be available Wednesday, November 1 through Thursday, November 9 from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm.…
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Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Weekend Coming to Disneyland Resort September 2024
Great news for Disneyland runners! Next Halloween season, you will be able to run through the Disneyland Resort for a marathon weekend that will be a frightfully fun time! The marathon weekend will take place September 5-8, 2024! There will be a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and Challenge for runners as well as kids races…
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Disney Says Central Florida Tourism Oversight District is Dragging Feet on Document Delivery
As the feud continues between Disney and Governor DeSantis, there is no shortage of controversy. The most recent has to do with documents that Disney has requested from the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District for a state lawsuit that is one of two lawsuits that could determine the future design and development decisions for the…
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Iconic Disneyland Resort Voices Bid Farewell
Since 1991, you have heard the voice of Bill Rogers as the official voice of Disneyland. Since 2012, you have heard the voice of Camille Dixon as the official voice of Disney California Adventure. Soon, these iconic voices will no longer be heard at the Disneyland Resort. They are moving on to new projects due…
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GEEK EATS: Palm Breeze Bar Food and Beverage Offerings
When Palm Breeze Bar opens on November 2nd at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel, it will offer a wide array of food and beverage offerings for guests staying at the Disneyland Hotel. All of these will be served in an atmosphere that was inspired by the artwork of Mary Blair. This outdoor location also will…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Reveals First Look at Cast Member Costumes and Name Tags
When World of Frozen opens at Hong Kong Disneyland on November 20th, guests will be able to enter Arendelle and experience the Frozen franchise like never before. A big part of what will bring this land to life will be the cast members inside of it. This week Hong Kong Disneyland revealed what cast members…
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Disney Cruise Line Embarks on Inaugural Season from Sydney, Australia
Inaugural sailing kicks off a season that includes cruises from four home ports across Australia and New Zealand SYDNEY, Australia (Oct. 28, 2023) – Disney Cruise Line reached a new milestone on Oct. 28, setting sail from the shores of Australia for the first time and embarking on an inaugural season of ‘Disney Magic at Sea’ cruises…
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Palm Breeze Bar at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel to Open on November 2
Palm Breeze Bar is set to open at The Villas at Disneyland Hotel on November 2, 2023. When it does, it will offer delicious dishes in a venue designed with modern décor inspired by the artistry of Disney Legend Mary Blair. It will be the newest addition to The Villas at Disneyland Hotel which recently…
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Zootopia, ‘Disney Wonder’ to Australia and Other Amazing Attractions Coming Soon to Disney’s Parks, Experiences and Products
This week was a big one for Disney’s Parks, Experiences and Products with major announcements regarding upcoming attractions. In fact, there was so much that it may have been a little hard to keep up. To help lay out all the amazing things that guests can expect in the coming weeks and months, here’s a…
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California Supreme Court Rules Against Disney Regarding Anaheim Minimum Wage Law
The California Supreme Court has ruled against hearing an appeal from Disney regarding an Anaheim wage law that applies to the lowest wage earnings in the city, or at Disneyland Resort this would be the lowest paid cast members. The result of this will lead to them to get a boost in their wages. This…