Category: Parks
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Mickey and Friends runDisney Medals Revealed for 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend
Ahead of the 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, the runDisney Medals have been revealed for this big event. The 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend takes place from January 3 – 7, 2024 and the medals for this special event are themed around Mickey and Friends. Take a look at the medals that runners…
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Photos/Video: Haunted Mansion Exhibit at Disneyland
With the arrival of Haunted Mansion in theaters (review here), an exhibit has materialized in the Opera House at Disneyland for the film. The exhibit includes concept art, props, and also the dress worn by Jamie Lee Curtis in the film as Madame Leoto. Another similar exhibit is coming to Walt Disney World and will…
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Sunday Spotlight: Frozen – Live at the Hyperion
Welcome back to another Sunday Spotlight! This week we take a look back at Frozen – Live at the Hyperion. This theatrical recreation of Frozen was presented at Disney California Adventure from May 2016 through March 2020. The show basically followed the plotline that was seen in Frozen, the musical movie that was released by…
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A Look at Tiana’s Palace Progress at Disneyland
Tiana’s Palace is getting closer and closer to opening in New Orleans Square. When it does, guests will get to enjoy this newly themed restaurants with classic dishes from New Orleans along with some favorites from the former French Market. Tiana’s Palace promises to have the same “pinch of pizzazz and flair as the restaurant…
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The Disney Cruise Line – A Look at the Fleet
The Disney Cruise Line fleet continues to expand. Currently there are five ships that make up the fleet with more on the way. These ships take guests on magical adventures around the globe. They combine the luxury of cruising with the magic that can only come from The Walt Disney Company. Below is an overview…
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Tree of Life Awakenings Set to Return to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Later This Year
Tree of Life Awakenings brings the centerpiece vibrantly to life in the evenings at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. However, during the summer it has not been presented due to evenings being too light. However, later this year, that will be changing. Starting later this fall, Tree of Life Awakenings will be returning to brighten up the…
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Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board Chair Speaks Out Against Disney
Central Florida Tourism Oversight District board chairman, Martin Garcia, has made it clear that he views Disney as an adversary. In a letter to the editor that was sent to the Orlando Sentinel, Garcia said that the board on which he sits “recognizes that it is up against a corporate behemoth.” The letter to the…
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New Hatbox Ghost Tiki Mug Coming to Trader Sam’s!
A new Hatbox Ghost Tiki Mug is going to soon be sold at Trader Sam’s at the Disneyland Hotel. This new tiki mug will be released at Trader Sam’s on August 9th, which also happens to be the 54th anniversary of the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland. The 3rd Edition Hatbox Ghost Tiki Mug is a ghostly…
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Mandrill Monkey Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
A new Mandrill Monkey is capturing hearts at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This new baby will remind Disney fans of The Lion King. Everyone else will just think she is one of the cutest little ones ever! This new baby girl is named Saffron and weighs less than three pounds. She could almost fit in the…
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Meet Metin Cig, Special Effects Designer and Lead Show Group Designer for “Together: A Pixar Musical Adventure” at Disneyland Paris
There is a new show in Studio Theater at the Walt Disney Studios at Disneyland Paris. Together: A Pixar Musical Adventure is a new immersive experience that takes the guests in attendence right into some favorite Pixar stories. The show was brought to life through the efforts of many different creators. One of these is…
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Walt Disney World Resort Conjures Up Wicked Fun for the Whole Family This Fall
From Halloween parties and a global flavor celebration to a half-marathon Banquet Bash, Walt Disney World bubbles over with family-friendly fall fun LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (August 2, 2023) – As summer wanes, the fall season ushers in a variety of enticing family experiences at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. This year, fan-favorite seasonal celebrations…
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Disneyland Announces Magic Key Special Offers for August
Being a Disneyland Resort Magic Key Holder has its perks and benefits. At various times throughout the year, those perks and benefits are increased to make our visit and experience more magical. Earlier this year, Magic Key Holders were able to pick up a special Mickey and Minnie Mouse print celebrating Disney100. Well, there’s now…
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Shanghai Disney Resort and Dettol Enter Multi-Year Resort Alliance
Shanghai, August 2, 2023 – Shanghai Disney Resort and Dettol, a globally recognized brand for health and hygiene products, announced today that the two companies have embarked on a multi-year resort alliance, designating Dettol as the Official Cleaning and Hygiene Provider of Shanghai Disney Resort. Under the alliance, Dettol will join Shanghai Disney Resort to help…
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Walt Disney World Announces Discounted Florida Resident 2-Park Explorer Ticket
Walt Disney World Resort has announced a new deal for Florida residents wishing to visit during the next two months. The Florida Resident Disney 2-Park Explorer Ticket is a special 2-day ticket that is available for admission to EPCOT and also Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme parks. The ticket is $159 plus tax and is valid…
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Holidays at the Disneyland Resort Celebration Begins November 10th
The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort will be returning on November 10, 2023 and continue through January 7, 2024. This year’s festivities will include many favorite celebrations with some new offerings as well that will be able to be enjoyed by guests for two months. During this time, guests will once again get to enjoy…
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Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts Updating Dining Reservation Process
Both the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts are updating the process for guests who are making dining reservations. The change will be a welcome one for guests visiting the Disney resorts on both coasts. Disney announced on Wednesday changes to the dining system that will make it easier for guests to find and get…
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs Cancelled by District Governing Walt Disney World
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, where the bulk of Walt Disney World Resort is found, has cancelled progams for diversity, equity, and inclusion. This echos moves by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis at a state level. Governor DeSantis has been cutting these types of initiatives in high education and other places. The board for the…
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GEEK EATS: Plant-based Peanut and Banana Torte Recipe from California Grill
Desserts are always a high point in a good meal. Disney desserts take things even higher! They are delicious and are often a favorite course during a meal at a Disney resort. Today Disney shared a recipe for the Plant-based Peanut and Banana Torte that can be found at California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. With this recipe, Disney fans can…
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A First Day Look at the “Finding Nemo” Themed Water Play Area at Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel
Guest contribution by Johnny Lund On August 1st, I decided to take a little trip to the Paradise Pier Hotel to take a nice little look at their brand new pool deck. The pool reopened today from a months long refurbishment to transform it into a new Pixar themed pool deck to match the new…
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The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press Voices Concern About Actions of Governor DeSantis Against Disney
The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press have voiced concern over the actions that Governor DeSantis has taken against Disney that led to Disney suing the governor. The legal advocacy group for journalists has filed a friend-of-the-court brief regarding Disney’s lawsuit against Governor DeSantis. The big picture reasoning is that a win by Governor…
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New Entertainment Offerings Coming to Magic Kingdom for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Halloween is almost here for Walt Disney World Resort. Very soon Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will be delighting guests on select nights at Magic Kingdom starting on August 11 through November 1. This year there will be new entertainment offerings included for this very special Halloween party. Disney shared about the new spooky Halloween entertainment…
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Tour De Turtles Celebrates Sea Turtles, Supernatural and Science at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort
16TH annual event features turtles named after characters in Disney’s frighteningly fun adventure movie, “Haunted Mansion,” now playing in theaters VERO BEACH, Fla. (July 29, 2023) – Earlier today at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort, researchers from the Sea Turtle Conservancy (STC) and Disney Conservation released two sea turtles as part of the 16thannual Tour de Turtles…
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Former Reedy Creek Administrator John Classe Parts Company With Central Florida Tourism Oversight District
The former administrator for the Reedy Creek Improvement District has ended his employment with the now Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. John Classe, who was the administrator for the Reedy Creek Improvement District for seven years had stayed on as an advisor after the new district hired for the role in May. In May when…
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THIS FRIDAY: CHOC Day at Chick-fil-A!
This Friday is CHOC Day at Chick-fil-A! Also known as “cookie day,” on Friday August 4, 2023, the proceeds from all cookies and brownies sold at any CHICK-fil-A in Orange County will be donated to CHOC! This is a delicious way to support CHOC and make the world a little bit better one cookie or…