Category: Parks
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Tokyo Disney Resort Announces Details and Opening Timeline for Fantasy Springs
The Tokyo Disney Resort has announced new details about the new land that is coming to Tokyo DisneySea. This includes the season that this new area is going to be opening. Fantasy Springs will be opening in the spring of 2024. When it does, there will be new attractions and areas to experience in a…
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UnionPay International Becomes Official Card Sponsor of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort
HONG KONG, July 12, 2023 – Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL) and UnionPay International Hong Kong (UnionPay) have entered a multi-year strategic alliance which recognizes UnionPay as an official card sponsor of HKDL. With this alliance, HKDL has enabled acceptance of UnionPay’s payments within the resort’s park and hotels. Guests will be able to use UnionPay…
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CHOC Walk in the Park Through the Lenses of Team Daps Magic
On Sunday August 20, 2023, thousands of supporters of CHOC (Children’s Hospital of Orange County) headed to the Disneyland Resort for the return of the CHOC Walk in the Park. The last CHOC Walk in the Park was in 2019, before the pandemic. Since then, the CHOC Walk went digital and then last year became…
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Get Together with Friends During Duffy Month and Celebrate Halloween as Fall Returns to Shanghai Disney Resort
Shanghai, August 22, 2023 – The cool, crisp breeze, the golden leaves, and the sweet smell of osmanthus in the air can only mean one thing — the arrival of the fall season and a calendar packed with excitement at Shanghai Disney Resort! This year, fall is back at the resort starting September through November, welcoming…
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Ahsoka Tano Makes First Appearance in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland
In the early afternoon of August 23, 2023, Ahsoka Tano made her first appearance at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland. Her arrival comes a day after the new Star Wars series Ahsoka arrived on Disney+. Ahead of her arrival, a small crowd gathered in anticipation of meeting Ahsoka Tano. At 1:40 PM, she made…
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A Retail Therapy Treasure Trove for World Princess Week
The celebration of World Princess Week continues! In honor of our favorite royal leading ladies, the Disney Parks Blog released details today about a curated selection of Princess-inspired merchandise. Items range the spectrum from housewares, collectibles, kids’ toys and apparel to accessories for the whole family. This week, from August 20-26, 2023, the cherished tales…
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Tiana’s Palace Takes an Authentic Approach to Culinary Storytelling at the Disneyland Resort
Tiana’s Palace officially opens on September 7, 2023. When it does, guests will get to taste Tiana’s take on authentic food from her hometown of New Orleans. Members of the media were able to get a preview of what that menu will be like ahead of the official opening of Tiana’s Palace in New Orleans…
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Administrator Gilzean Resigns From Florida Ethics Commission
Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Glenton “Glen” Gilzean has resigned from the Florida Comission on Ethics. This comes after a potential conflict of interest was discovered by media. This was followed be confirmation by a lawyer for the Comission on Ethics in Florida. With this move, Gilzean will continue in his role as the administrator…
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Make a Wish and Do as Dreamers Do – The Story of How Make-A-Wish Inspired a Kid to Become a Cast Member
If you met Dylan Cazin today, you would meet a Cast Member who has a love of Disney and a love of sharing the magic. At first glance, Dylan is a happy Cast Member who is one of the thousands of Cast Members at the Disneyland Resort. His story, however, shows a much deeper motivation…
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World Princess Week Brings Delicious Treats to Disney Parks Worldwide
In case you missed the royal decree, World Princess Week is here! Between August 20-26, 2023, the Disney Parks and Resorts around the world are celebrating our favorite noble heroines and their inspiring stories. Returning for the occasion this year are a bevy of luscious sweet treats and special snacks. Whether your foodie fancy is…
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Governor DeSantis’ District Board Wants Florida Inspector General to Investigate Disney Perks
The board that was appointed by Governor DeSantis to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District has asked the Florida Inspector General to investigate Disney perks that were given for years to the employees and board members of the Reedy Creek Improvement District. These “perks” include theme park passes, discounts, and other things. The district is…
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Plaza de la Familia Foodie Guide Released Ahead of September 1st Kickoff at Disneyland Resort
On September 1st, the Plaza de la Familia will be returning to the Disneyland Resort. Specifically in Disney California Adventure, Plaza de la Familia is a joyous celebration that embraces the bonds of families and also gives a taste of Día de los Muertos. It runs from September 1st through November 2nd, 2023. During this…
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VIDEO: Tropical Storm Hilary Descends on Disneyland Resort
The Happiest Place on Earth was one of the wettest places on Earth on Sunday, August 20, 2023. With the arrival of Tropical Storm Hilary, the entirety of Southern California received a deluge of water throughout the day. Tropical Storm Hilary brought 2.1 inches of rain (according to the Apple Weather App) around Disneyland. Despite…
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Knott’s Berry Farm Closes Due to Tropical Storm Hilary
Hilary is no longer a hurricane but as a tropical storm, she is still having quite the impact. As the storm heads toward California, Knott’s Berry Farm has announced that it will be remaining closed on Sunday, August 20, 2023. The following statement could be found on the Knott’s Berry Farm website: Due to Hurricane…
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Disneyland Resort is Closing Parks Early on Sunday, August 20th Due to Hurricane Hilary
Ahead of the arrival of what is expected to be a Tropical Storm Hilary, the Disneyland Resort has announced that it will be closing its parks early on Sunday, August 20, 2023. The news comes as Hurricane Hilary continues to come closer to California. Southern California is currently under a Tropical Storm Warning. On Sunday,…
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Knott’s Scary Farm Offering No-Boo Necklace
Some guests love to go to Knott’s Scary Farm. They love the entertainment. They love the food. They love the merchandise. They even love the atmosphere! What they don’t love… is getting scared individually. They love Knott’s Scary Farm to observe and see, they don’t love being in the middle of the experience. Knott’s Berry…
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First Ever Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Disneyland Resort Area
The first-ever Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for Southern California, including the area surrounding the Disneyland Resort. This comes as Hurricane Hilary continues to make its way closer to California. A Tropical Storm Warning means that within 36 hours it is expected that the area will have winds from winds of 39 to 73…
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Disney Countersues Central Florida Tourism Oversight District in State Court
Disney has countersued the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. This comes shortly after the district asked for a summary judgement backing its agenda on its lawsuit against Disney. It also comes after Governor Ron DeSantis told Disney that it should just drop its lawsuit and the he had “moved on.” Apparently Disney hasn’t moved on…
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Southern California, Including Disneyland Resort, Now Under Tropical Storm Watch
The area around the Disneyland Resort is now under a Tropical Storm Watch, a first for California, as Hurricane Hilary continues to moves closer to California. While the storm is a hurricane currently, it is projected to be a tropical storm by the time it hits Southern California. This will be unlike anything that most…
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Mirror Mickey-shaped Sipper Coming to Disneyland Resort for Magic Key Holders
Disneyland Resort Magic Key Holders are constantly on the lookout for new merchandise and novelty items, especially when they are exclusive to Magic Key Holders. Beginning Tuesday, August 22, Magic Key Holders can purchase a limited Magic Key Mirrored Mickey-shaped Sipper. It is a cute sipper for your drink that one may say is “key”…
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Tiana’s Palace Restaurant To Open September 7, 2023 in Disneyland’s New Orleans Square
Blue skies, sunshine, and delicious New Orleans-inspired fare are just around the corner as Disneyland has announced that Tiana’s Palace Restaurant on Thursday, September 7, 2023. This reimagined quick-service style restaurant is inspired by the one Princess Tiana created in the beloved Walt Disney Animation Studios film, “The Princess and the Frog.” The opening of Tiana’s…
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FIRST LOOK: Ahsoka Face Character Meeting at “Ahsoka” Fan Event at Disneyland
During a special fan event for the Disney+ series Ahsoka it was announced that Ahsoka Tano would be meeting with guests at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland starting on August 23, 2023. Also at the event, Ahsoka Tano was on hand to meet with some special guests in Star Wars Launch Bay. The Daps…
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Ahsoka is Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland
Ahsoka Tano will soon be meeting with guests in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge starting on August 23, 2023. The news was announced at a special fan event that was hosted by D23 at Disneyland in Tomorrowland. The first two episodes of the new Star Wars series were also shown to those in attendance. After the…
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Disneyland Resort Announces Halloween Food Offerings
It is almost Halloween at the Disneyland Resort. Starting on September 1, 2023, there will be pumpkins, treats, and Oogie Boogie taking over the Disneyland Resort. One of the highlights of Halloween every year is the wide range of treats that are offered at The Happiest Place on Earth. The treats will be arriving in…