Tag: Disney California Adventure
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Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! – DAPsCast Episode 63
Mr. Daps, Murray, and Mikey talk about the newest attraction at Disney California Adventure – Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! and the Summer of Heroes there including Avengers Training Initiative, Awesome Dance Off, and the food.
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Dancing Groot Leads Merchandise Offerings at Summer of Heroes
The Summer of Heroes is now in full force at the Disneyland Resort. Guests now have the chance to dance with Star-Lord and Gamora, meet Groot, learn to be Avengers with Hawkeye and Black-Widow, and rescue the Guardians of the Galaxy with Rocket Raccoon. All this Marvel greatness in Disney California Adventure doesn’t need to…
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Time to Breakout Guardians! – Geeks Corner – Episode 635
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, there is a lot of heroic topics as we geek out about the Summer of Heroes at the Disneyland Resort! A big part of this is the opening of Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! There are a lot of different things to experience as guests #HeroUp at…
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Lots of Ways to Be Heroic During Disneyland Resort’s Summer of Heroes!
During the Summer of Heroes this summer, there a lot of different ways to get in on the action and be heroic! Recently I interviewed David Miller about all of the ways to be heroic this summer. During the interview, we were joined by Captain America who helped explain the Summer of Heroes even more!…
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Summer of Heroes, Ghost Town Alive, & Space Mountain – Disneyland & Knott’s Update
Memorial Day Weekend was packed full of things to do at the Disneyland Resort and Knott’s Berry Farm. Space Mountain Anniversary On Saturday, Disneyland celebrated the 40th anniversary of Space Mountain with a special card handed out at the attraction. In Star Traders and Disneyana special “I Was There” shirts were for sale. Blue shirts…
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Sunday Spotlight: Five & Dime at Disney California Adventure
There are many fun magical moments to discovered and experienced at Disney California Adventure, especially since being re-imagined. One of my favorite magical moments is when a big jalopy makes its way up Hollywood Blvd to Carthay Circle. It is loaded with a fun little jazz group and a phenomenal jazz singer. Five & Dime then…
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Looking Back at the Guardians of the Galaxy Grand Opening Gala
Guardians of the Galaxy Grand Opening Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! has had a small presence for some months because of the building. But, it is a big occasion to have the first of Marvel attractions at an American Disney Resort. So, it came as no surprise that the Disneyland Resort would celebrate…
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Summer of Heroes Kicks Off at Disneyland Resort with Super Heroes, Super Experiences, and Super Lines!
Today Summer of Heroes officially began at the Disneyland Resort. This summer brings the largest presence of Marvel characters to the Disneyland Resort and judging by those in attendance today, this is a good thing. Hollywood Backlots was filled with people excitedly waiting to experience the various Marvel opportunities offered. From food, to character meet and…
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Disney Junior Dance Party is an Energetic Time for Kids
Disney California Adventure has premiered its new kid friendly show: Disney Junior Dance Party. The lively show is full of characters and, of course, dancing. The Show The show starts with a live host coming through the audience. As this DJ greets guests a tablet enables a lucky kid guest a chance to start the show…
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Avengers Training Initiative Debuts at Disney California Adventure!
The Avengers have taken residence on the Hollywood Land backlot stage. In a show featuring Black Widow and Hawkeye from Marvel fame, kids get to participate with the heroes. The Show Two trainers from S.H.I.E.L.D. start the show off and explain how they are getting to train new recruits. The new recruits are kid guests…
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Food Fit for Heroes Featured During Summer of Heroes at Disneyland Resort – Mr. DAPs Learns How to Make Falafels
Visit the Summer of Heroes at the Disneyland Resort this year and it doesn’t take long to discover that there are some incredible food offerings to be had. One of those offerings that can be found at the Studio Catering Co. food truck in Hollywood Backlots are the Savory Strength Falafel Pita. This delicious falafel has…
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Star Studded Event Kicks Summer of Heroes off at Disneyland Resort
The Disneyland Resort kicked off the Summer of Heroes with a star studded event in Disney California Adventure. After a special party in Hollywood Backlots, a ceremony took place for the opening of the Tivan Collection by The Collector. Hosted by The Collector’s assistant(s), this event included Chairman of Disney Parks and Resorts Bob Chapek…
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Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! is a Breakout Hit at Disney California Adventure!
The scenery in Disney California Adventure has changed quite a bit over the last few years. The most recent change has come between Hollywood Backlots and Bugs Land where a new view has appeared on the horizon. The Collector’s Fortress now dominates the skyline, bringing the story of Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy to the Disneyland…
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A Busy and Hot Sunday at Disneyland! – Sundays with DAPs Disneyland Photo and Video Update
The heat has arrived in Southern California and along with it, the crowds. As May is drawing to a close many guests throughout Southern California are realizing that their Annual Passes will soon have more blockout dates due to it being summer. For those that bought the three day tickets, those expire as well this…
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A Whole New World
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, it’s a whole new world of adventure with all the topics covered throughout the episode. Throughout the episode there is discussion about the newly coined wall of fame for DAPs Magic/Geeks Corner videos. Nominate your favorites from this channel with the hashtag #geekscorner. This week it is time to…
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Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! Comes Alive at Night!
Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! is definitely a new site at the Disneyland Resort. Guests walking by can’t help but notice the new look for the building during the day. Walk by at night and this new look becomes even more apparent! What already stands out during the day becomes even more colorful…
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Guardians of the Galaxy and Pirates – DAPsCast Episode 62
This episode Mikey, Mr. Daps, and Murray discuss Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. Without trying to spoil anything, they review the film. Amidst the conversation are thoughts on Baby Groot and the music. Then the guys discuss the recent meet and greets opened and yet to be opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney…
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Tinker Bell Half Marathon Recap & Frontierland Construction – Disneyland Update & Sundays With DAPs
This last weekend was a busy one with both Mother’s Day and Tinker Bell Half Marathon. In all, people seemed to have a good time in the end despite the crowds. Tinker Bell Half Marathon This was the 6th Tinker Bell Half Marathon, and was full of the usual races and expo. Pandora had a…
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Cars 3 Preview Speeds into Disney California Adventure
Yesterday, the Cars 3 preview opened in the Bug’s Life Theater in California Adventure, and I just so happened to be in the park and was able to check it out. Cars is one of my favorite Pixar movies, however the second one left me disappointed. I have high hopes for redemption with the third…
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Rocket Raccoon Sends Transmission to Disneyland Resort Ahead of Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! Opening
The Disneyland Resort’s social media channels over the last few days have had some strange things going on. During what start as normal videos promoting the resort, Rocket Raccoon has been taking over the transmissions to share his own message. This is ahead of the opening of Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! later…
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DIY Guardians of the Galaxy Mickey Ears – A Walk-Through
It’s been nearly a week since the second volume of Guardians of the Galaxy hit theaters, and we’re only two weeks away from Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! opening in Disney California Adventure! What does all this mean for me? Planning a Guardians-inspired Disneybound and making ears to match, obviously! If you have some extra…
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Meet Groot at Disney California Adventure Starting May 27
Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! is getting closer to opening on Memorial Day Weekend. Disney Parks Blog has recently posted a look at who you can meet outside of the new attraction. First is Star-Lord/Peter Quill and Gamora who initiate a dance party after retrieving an artifact from The Collector’s lair. That artifact…
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May the GROOT Be With You
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week there is a lot of Guardians of the Galaxy excitement happening. There is obviously the new Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 movie. There is also the new views of Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! due to the walls coming down. And then… there is #TaterGroot! Thank…
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Walls Come Down Around Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! in Disney California Adventure
The construction walls have come down around Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! in Disney California Adventure. This change comes just weeks before the opening of this attraction on May 27, 2017. DAPs Magic contributor Caitie Bear visited the park this afternoon to check it out and bring you these pictures. People were buzzing…