Category: Parks
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Earl of Sandwich to Return to the West End of Downtown Disney
Earlier this week, Disney announced that Earl of Sandwich will be returning to the west end of the Downtown Disney District. We know the pop-up location will open this Winter with a menu of the popular sandwiches from this quick-service restaurant! While there is currently a location closer to the Esplanade, it has been announced…
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GEEK EATS: Food Offerings for the Holidays at Walt Disney World Resort
The Walt Disney World Resort will be celebrating the holidays very soon. When they arrive, there will be plenty of food beverages to enjoy throughout the parks and resorts. There will also be some fun novelties available that are part of the holiday offerings as well. Disney has shared what will be offered during this…
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Iconic Disney Ad Location Damaged by Fire
This morning, many Southern Californians woke up to the sad news of the hangar at the Tustin Air Base up in flames. This has been an iconic and historic spot in Orange County since it opened in 1942. While the hangar was used to store blimps for the military, Disney fans may recognize this location…
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Photos/Video: Downtown Disney District Construction Update – November 4, 2023
Things are really getting exciting as the transformation of Downtown Disney District continues. This last weekend the transformation continued to show itself making process for guests visiting the Disneyland Resort. This comes ahead of the opening of a lawn and stage area on the west end of Downtown Disney District. Daps Magic team member Angela…
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Space Mountain Reopens With New Exterior Lighting
Space Mountain at Disneyland has been undergoing a refurbishment that lasted over a month. When it reopened, fans were delighted to see that at night it was sporting a new and beautiful lighting package. With hues of purple and gold, it is reminiscent of the colors that once were found throughout Tomorrowland in the late…
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Enter an Enchanting Winter Fairytale with the Disney Winter Frostival at Shanghai Disney Resort
Shanghai, November 6, 2023 – As the days get colder and the nights draw in, winter magic is beginning to fill the air with the arrival of much-anticipated festivities! This season, there’s no better place to feel this enchanting winter spirit than at Shanghai Disney Resort, where the Disney Winter Frostival is set to return from…
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A Look at all the Disney Gingerbread Houses & Displays for the 2023 Holiday Season
One of the highlights of the holiday season at the Disney Parks every year always has to be the gingerbread displays that can be found in many different places. From hotels to attractions and beyond, gingerbread houses and displays are a large part of the holiday season. Below is a look at different gingerbread houses…
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Jungle Cruise Skippers Take the Cruise on Dry Land at Disneyland
Jungle Cruise Skippers made their humor even dryer while their attraction is currently closed. This was done by using their dry humor on land cruises instead of on board their boats. They could be found out in front of the attraction making guests laugh while the attraction is worked on. Daps Magic team member Angela…
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Disneyland Resort Celebrates Cast Members With 50 and 55 Years of Service
The Disneyland Resort recently celebrated the careers of cast members who have worked at the resort for 50 and 55 years. The celebration took place in the Golden Horseshoe and honored these magic makers. The Disney Parks Blog shared a little bit about them and their careers. Check out their stories here:
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Disney Festival of Holidays Booths Begin to Arrive at Disney California Adventure
Disney Festival of Holidays will begin delighting guests at Disney California Adventure on November 10, 2023. When it does, there will be plenty of holiday experiences to enjoy through January 7, 2023 (including Phat Cat Swinger!). One of the highlights of this festival every year is the the food and beverage offerings. The menus for…
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Sunday Spotlight: Sindbad’s Storybook Voyage
Mr. Daps focuses this week’s Sunday Spotlight on Sinbad’s Storybook Voyage at Tokyo DisneySea.
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Walt Disney World Resort Transforms Magic Kingdom for Holiday Season
The magic of the holidays has come to the Magic Kingdom as it underwent a transformation as the Halloween season ended and things were switched to the next season. Throughout the Magic Kingdom, holiday decorations were put in place for the merriest season of all. Below is a video and photos of how things transformed…
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New Details Announced for Disney’s Bahamian Island Lookout Cay
The newest one-of-a-kind retreat on Disney Cruise Line is the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas, home of Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. Once guests step foot on this breathtaking island destination, they will discover a celebration of Bahamian storytelling, artistry and culture. As you begin to discover the Lookout Cay, you’ll come across…
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Cast Members Inducted as Citizens of Arendelle at New ‘World of Frozen’ at Hong Kong Disneyland
When the first-ever land themed to the ‘Frozen’ franchise, World of Frozen, debuts at Hong Kong Disneyland on November 20, 2023, it will be filled with cast members who truly feel at home. In preparation for the land’s opening, cast members were specially selected and given in-depth training to become citizens of Arendelle! As a…
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Disney Shares Details and Behind-the-Scenes Video of ‘Luminous The Symphony of Us’ Ahead of December Debut
On December 5, 2023, Luminous The Symphony of Us will officially debut at EPCOT in World Showcase. This new show will utilize fireworks, fountains, lights and music to connect everyone through commonalities of the heart. This new show shows how unique individual melodies come together to form a great symphony. In this case, it is…
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FIRST LOOK: Adventureland Treehouse at Disneyland
The Adventureland Treehouse at Disneyland officially opens on November 10th, with a Magic Key preview the day before. Ahead of the opening of this icon in Adventureland, Disneyland Resort has shared a video and photos of this renovated treehouse. The treehouse has some new magical features, including an animatronic ostrich and also some wonderful call…
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Disneyland Resort Refurbishment Report – November 1, 2023
Welcome back to the Disneyland Refurbishment Report. There is a lot happening, and even though most of the focus will be on the holiday transformation, there are still some refurbishments happening. We start along the Rivers of America and Fowler’s Harbor where the extensive Mark Twain Riverboat refurbishment continues. From there, we make our way…
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GEEK EATS: Holidays at the Disneyland Resort Foods
The holidays are almost at the Disneyland Resort. Starting on November 10th, there will be plenty of holiday merriment to enjoy around the Disneyland Resort. This includes, decorations, entertainment, and of course food and beverages! Ahead of the start of this merry season, Disney has shared the different food and beverage offerings that will be…
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Shanghai Disney Resort and Mars China Announce Multi-Year Alliance
Shanghai, October 31, 2023 – Shanghai Disney Resort and Mars China, one of the most well-known leading global food companies, announced today that the two companies have entered into a multi-year resort alliance. Designated as the resort’s official confectionary provider, Mars China is set to bring its iconic brands including Dove and M&M’S etc. to Shanghai…
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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…
