Category: Parks
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Disney Cruise Line and Port of San Diego Announce Extension of Homeport Partnership Through 2031
The Disney Cruise LIne and the Port of San Diego announced an extension to their partnership through at least 2031. This will see a doubling of annual sailing by Disney from the port each year. This will give guests even more opportunities to embark on magical vacations with visits to Catalina Island, Baja and the…
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Kenai and Koda From ‘Brother Bear’ Appear in Disney California Adventure for Earth Day
Today is Earth Day! To celebrate this special day, Kenai and Koda have made a surprise appearance in Disney California Adventure. The duo of bears could be seen near the Grizzly River Run Water Wheel. Guests were quite excited to see the bears (no, not the Country Bears) make an appearance for Earth Day. Friend of Daps…
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Celebrate Earth Day with Living with the Land
April 22 is Earth Day, and there are many ways to celebrate this special day. Conservation efforts continue to take place around the world, and especially at Walt Disney World as Disney’s Animal Kingdom opened on Earth Day in 1998. While Animal Kingdom may be the focus for Earth Day every year, EPCOT can also…
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Geek Eats: Orange-Cranberry Scone Recipes from The Garden View Lounge
The Garden View Lounge – Tea Experience at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa has some delicious treats and sips to enjoy by those who experience this magical offering. Some of the favorites are the Orange Cranberry Scones. For those who want to relive the magic of The Garden View Lounge or want some Disney…
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Celebrate Mother’s Day at Disneyland’s Plaza Inn!
May 10th is Mother’s Day. This is a special day at the Disneyland Resort. Often, carnations are handed out to mothers as they enter Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. For those who want to add even more magic for mom on Mother’s Day, Plaza Inn will be offering a Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet. This will…
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Foodie Guide Released for Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite
The Force will be strong during the upcoming Disneyland After Dark: Star Wars Nite as the foodie guide for this sold-out event has been released. There will be a variety of treats, sweets, and drinks available during the event. A returning favorite is the Spicy Chicken Tip-Yip Waffle Cone. This item is based off the…
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Kim Irvine and Mother Leota Toombs Honored with Window on Main Street, U.S.A. At Disneyland
There are two incredible honors that Disney gives that stands out above many others. One is that of being named a Disney Legend. The other is being honored with a window on Main Street, U.S.A. On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, retired Imagineer Kim Irvine became someone who will receive both. Before Disneyland opened, a special…
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New Disney Cruise Line Deal Gives 50% Discount for Kids’ Fares
The Disney Cruise Line is one of the best way to be completely immersed in Disney. Disney Cruise Line allows guests to spend every hour of their waking day enjoying Disney magic. For a limited time, there will be a 50% discount on select cruises that are booked between now and June 14th for cruises…
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Paris Hilton Takes a Spin in Newest Teacup Confessions
The Disney Parks have been releasing a fun series of short videos on Tuesdays recently. Called Teacup Confessions, it has some favorite stars taking a spin on the Mad Tea Party at either Disneyland or Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. This is done while they “spill the tea” with hot takes and updates about current…
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Disney Provides Details and First Look at Disney Lakeshore Lodge
Disney has provided details and first look for its new Disney Lakeshore Lodge At Walt Disney World Resort. This new resort will allow guests to step into nature’s story and projected to open in the summer of 2027. This Disney Vacation Club resort will “ invite members and guests to celebrate the beauty and magic of…
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New Sweets, Treats, and Drinks Coming to the Disneyland Resort on April 28
The Disney Parks are constantly updating their menus to fit the season. This usually involves adding new items, as well as bringing back some favorites. Beginning April 28 at the Disneyland Resort, the following sweets, treats, and drinks are sure to delight palettes of all kinds. First up is the Orange Cream Cheesecake. This cheesecake…
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Jungle Cruise and Toy Story Midway Mania Reopens at Disneyland Resort This Week!
Two popular attractions at the Disneyland Resort will soon be open again, one at Disneyland and the other at Disney California Adventure. Both will be reopening on April 24, 2026. At Disneyland, The World Famous Jungle Cruise has been closed since mid-February. The opening-day attraction has been a favorite with fans through the years. It…
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Grad Nites Return to Disneyland Resort Starting May 8th
In Southern California for many high school graduates, the overnight trip to the Disneyland Resort is a rite of passage. Many high school grads have happy memories and stories to tell of their Grad Nite at The Happiest Place on Earth! For many years, these were held inside of Disneyland. Now, they are held at…
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VIDEO: ‘Disney Channel Rocks!’ at Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite
Last week, Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite saw fans celebrating some of their favorite Disney Channel characters, shows, and franchises on three nights at The Happiest Place on Earth! The special after-hours event included plenty of characters, photo ops, food, merchandise, and special entertainment. One of the entertainment offerings was a show that debuted…
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Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities Reopens at Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland is preparing to officially see its timeline expanded on April 29, 2026. When this happens, there will be more stories from more eras with more characters for guests to experience. This will include: Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities As Disneyland prepares for this expansion, there have been some changes happening…
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The Amanda Castro Band Delights at Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival
The Amanda Castro Band is one of the many different musical acts that have been performing during the 2026 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. The band celebrates the golden era of music in a way that is vibrant and fresh. The performances are full of energy and warmth as Amanda and the band…
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GUIDE: Mornings at Disney Springs
Disney Springs is the shopping, entertainment, and dining district at Walt Disney World Resort. For over 50 years, it has been welcoming guests. Quite often, it is easy to think of stopping by during the day or evening to catch the nightlife. Visiting in the morning is a magical experience as well. In fact, there…
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Disneyland Resort Shares Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Expanded Timeline Character Photos
On April 29, 2026, Disneyland’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will see its timeline expanded. With this expansion will come the addition of new eras of Star Wars stories on Batuu. Guests will get to see characters and experience the stories from these eras come to life when visiting Galaxy’s Edge. They will include: Along with…
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Disney Planet Possible Promotes Pollinators
Pollinators are an important part of keeping planet Earth healthy. From butterflies to bees, they help with the reproduction of over 75% of the world’s flowering plants and 35% of food crops. Disney is giving these pollinators a little extra love during Earth Month. Disney cast members, Imagineers, scientists, and storytellers from around the world…
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Disney Costumes: A Look at Sustainability Efforts
One thing that is seen by every guest at a Disney park and perhaps also overlooked is the costumes that are worn by cast members. Around the globe, thousands of cast members don specially-designed costumes each day as they magic magic for guests. While these costumes might just seem like a part of the Disney…
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Little Victories, Big Waves: The Inspiring Heart of CHOC Walk 2026
On August 2nd, thousands of supporters of Rady Children’s Health Orange County, formerly CHOC (Children’s Hospital of Orange County), will walk through Disneyland and Disney California Adventure before the parks open. On the evening of April 16th, a special event with special guests took place to kick off the 2026 CHOC Walk season. The event…
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Madame Leota Floats Again in Haunted Mansion at Disneyland
Madame Leota is once again floating during the séance scene in Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion. Since the attraction reopened in its classic form in January, her crystal ball and head within had been sitting on a stand on her table as she chanted her incantations to “summon the spirits.” On Thursday, Daps Magic team member Steven…
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Disneyland Provides First Look at Leia Organa Before Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Timeline Expansion
On April 29, 2026, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland will see its timeline expanded. This will see characters from more Star Wars stories coming to the land. Ahead of this change at Disneyland, some of the new characters who are coming to Batuu are being revealed. Yesterday, a video showcasing Han Solo with Chewbacca…
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Opening Date, Set List, and Celebrity Cameos Announced for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets
The opening date, full set list, and a collection of celebrity cameos have been announced for Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. The attraction in Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be opening on May 26, 2026. When it does, The Electric Mayhem are set to headline the biggest Hollywood concert ever. There is one small…