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Disney Heads into the Future on the Apple Vision Pro
“Times and conditions change so rapidly that we must keep our aim constantly focused on the future.” The Walt Disney Company has been a pillar of creativity since its inception in 1923. However, as Walt’s words above show, the company has also been at the forefront of technological advancements for more than 100 years. From…
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Bing Bong Helps Open Pixar Place Hotel at Disneyland Resort
This morning the Pixar Place Hotel at the Disneyland Resort officially opened. This new hotel is a celebration of the stories and characters that have been created by Pixar Animation Studios. This reimagined 15-story hotel overlooks Disney California Adventure and has more magic and amenities than ever before. A ceremony was held in front of…
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“Celebrate Soulfully” During Black History Month at Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World Resort is thrilled to “Celebrate Soulfully” during Black History Month in February with vibrant art, soul-stirring music, savory soul food and a limited-edition pin, embracing the richness of Black heritage. Through the talents of wonderful cast members and collaborations with a myriad of Black-owned businesses, you can “Celebrate Soulfully” across the resort…
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Disneyland Hotel Reopens at Disneyland Paris
After a lengthy refurbishment, the Disneyland Hotel is now officially open once again at Disneyland Paris. After two years of work, this beautiful hotel is again welcoming guests. “The reopening of Disneyland Hotel marks a new milestone in the transformation of Disneyland Paris, extending our legacy as a leader in the European tourism industry with…
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Disneyland Hotel Grand Reopening on January 25, 2025: A New Step in the Transformation of Disneyland Paris Hotels
The third largest hotel owner-operator in France[1], Disneyland Paris blends magic, service excellence and immersive storytelling with families in mind, at seven distinct Disney hotels Chessy, Jan. 22, 2024 – Disneyland Hotel is officially reopening its doors on Thursday after a two-year reimagining, marking a new milestone in the ongoing transformation of Disneyland Paris hotels and…
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Walt Disney Imagineer Lanny Smoot Inducted Into National Inventors Hall of Fame
Walt Disney Imagineer Lanny Smoot was honored with induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame, only the second at Disney after Walt Disney. Celebrated for his innovative contributions, including patent “Where’s the Fire?,” Smoot was recognized alongside other illustrious inventors. The event, held at Imagineering, included tours showcasing Disney’s latest technological advancements like the…
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Disneyland Paris Shares Artwork for Royal Banquet at Disneyland Hotel
Later this month the Disneyland Hotel will be reopening at Disneyland Paris. This comes after it has undergone a massive transformation. When it reopens on January 25, 2024, one of the experiences that guests will get to check out is the new Royal Banquet. The Royal Banquet is inspired by real castle reception rooms. It…
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Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro Shares Year-End Letter About Disney and Make-A-Wish
Josh D’Amaro, Chairman of Disney Experiences, wrote a letter that was posted on the Disney Parks Blog highlighting the wishes that were made in the course of the last year by Disney and Make-A-Wish. This comes as the collaboration has led to over 150,000 wishes granted since they first started working together in 1980. D’Amaro,…
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From 3D Printed Remote-controlled Toys to Tasty Popsicles: Even Disney Animals Are Having Fun
Technology and innovative thinking enhance quality of life and encourage natural behaviors for animals at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park at Walt Disney World Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla (Dec. 22, 2023) – By employing the latest in 3D printing, motorized mechanics, and innovative uses for recycled items, the creative minds at Walt Disney Imagineering…
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Duke Weaselton Adds to Magic of Zootopia Opening at Shanghai Disneyland When He Makes Surprise Appearance with Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro
A surprise appearance by Duke Weaselton at the opening of Shanghai Disneyland’s Zootopia has fans gushing about Disney magic. The appearance happened during one of the opening events for this new land themed on the Walt Disney Animation Studios film of the same name. Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro was speaking when Duke Weaselton appeared…
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World’s First Zootopia-Themed Land Opens at Shanghai Disney Resort
Shanghai, December 19, 2023 – Shanghai Disney Resort celebrated the opening of the world’s first Zootopia-themed land at Shanghai Disneyland with a spectacular event befitting a mammalian destination where anyone can be anything. Based on the hugely successful Walt Disney Animation Studios film, Zootopia, the land is a celebration of new heights reached in storytelling made…
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“Snow” Many Wishes Granted: Hong Kong Disneyland’s Creative Director Takes Make-A-Wish Child Dominic Behind-The-Scenes of the New World of Frozen
Happy Summer Snow Day! We’ve seen the incredible all-new themed land World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, but ever wonder who brought this Frozen-themed land to life? For 17-year-old Make-A-Wish child Dominic from Singapore, this was his wish – to meet the Imagineers involved with the all-new World of Frozen. Last week, Dominic and…
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BRASSERIE Rosalie Opens in Disney Village at Disneyland Paris
New French brasserie welcomes Disney Village guests, offering them a unique dining experience inspired by the great classics of traditional French cuisine. This new concept marks the first step in the overall transformation of Disney Village, aimed at delighting guests with renewed and elevated experiences. After almost a year of renovations, BRASSERIE Rosalie opened its…
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Avis to Sponsor Autopia at Disneyland Paris As The Attraction Gets Added Magic
Disneyland Paris is proud to announce the integration of Avis, Official Car Rental Partner, in Autopia, starting on December 18, 2023. This collaboration marks a new milestone for this iconic attraction, providing guests with an enhanced experience, infused with Disney magic and nods to the Avis brand. Autopia, presented by Avis, promises guests an adventure with…
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Storyliving by Disney Announces Asteria, New Residential Community in North Carolina
Second Announced Storyliving by Disney Community Will Encourage Exploration and Discovery LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Dec. 6, 2023) – Storyliving by Disney announces plans for Asteria, a new residential community located near Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Inspired by the spirit of discovery, the Asteria community is being designed to encourage exploration of…
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Disney Reveals First Look at Pixar Place Hotel Room With Tour
Disney has revealed what the rooms will look like for Pixar Place Hotel when it officially opens on January 30th with a video tour. The tour is given by Walt Disney Imagineering art director Kirstin Makela who highlights some of the design details in these beautiful Pixar-themed rooms. Check out the tour in the video…
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What’s the Difference Between Disneyland and Disney World?
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in DAPs Magic News, Disney California Adventure Guides, Disney Springs Guides, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Guides, Disney’s Hollywood Studios Guides, Disneyland Park Guides, Disneyland Resort, Disneyland Resort Guides, EPCOT Guides, Guides, Magic Kingdom Guides, Parks, PRESS RELEASE, Theme Parks, Experiences and Products Guides, Walt Disney World Resort, Walt Disney World Resort Guides, Walt Disney World Water Parks GuidesWhen it comes to enchanting adventures and unforgettable moments, few places on Earth compare to Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. For decades, the two destinations have gained worldwide acclaim and drawn in guests from all over the globe. With plenty of fun-filled moments ahead, you might be wondering: What’s the difference between the…
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Disney Shares How it is Bringing Zootopia to life at Shanghai Disneyland
A new area of Shanghai Disneyland will soon be making magic for life while also bringing the world of Zootopia to life. This will be done through state-of-the-art technology which will make it possible to step directly into the beloved movie and see many favorite characters.Check out three ways below that Walt Disney Imagineering is…
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Disney Cruise Line Celebrates Opening of New Cruise Terminal at Port Everglades
Disney Cruise Line announces new community investments in Junior Achievement South Florida and Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (Nov. 13, 2023) — The magic of Disney Cruise Line has officially arrived at Broward County’s Port Everglades in greater Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Earlier today, Disney Cruise Line, along with port and community leaders,…
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Disney Reveals Home Designs For Cotino, the First Storyliving by Disney Community
Work continues on outside of Palm Springs, California on Cotino, the First Storyliving by Disney Community. As progress continues, more details continue to trickle out about this first community of its kind. The newest reveal gives a look at what the home designs for Cotino will be. Walt and Lillian Disney would visit the greater…
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Disneyland Paris to Improve Guest Experience With Weatherproofing Plans
Disneyland Paris has embarked on a new venture to create better guest experiences. This comes from the recognition of the different weather that comes to the area around Disneyland Paris. Because of this, Disneyland Paris has announced plans to weatherproof multiple areas to make for a more enjoyable and magical visit to Disneyland Paris. This…
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PORT OF SAN FRANSOKYO Letters Arrive at Disney California Adventure
San Fransokyo Square was given a big addition this weekend making it now look very similar to its concept art. Letters spelling out PORT OF SAN FRANSOKYO now are on the railing of the area over the bay. They look quite nice during the day but become absolutely magical at night. Daps Magic team member…
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Fantasmic! Returning to Disneyland in May 2024
A return date for Fantasmic! has been shared by Disneyland officials. The show, which has been hiatus since last spring when the dragon went up in flames, was known to be returning sometime in the spring of 2024. Now an exact date for this iconic show’s return. The show will be returning on May 24,…
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Disney & Technology: A History of Standard-Setting Innovation
When “Steamboat Willie” was first projected onto movie screens in 1928, audiences were captivated by its technological achievement and the antics of the film’s main character. Since the release of that first Mickey Mouse film with sound, Disney technology has continued to revolutionize storytelling — on and off the screen — with groundbreaking innovations. From…