Tag: Disney Geek News
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Disney and Pixar’s “Elemental” Heading to Homes Digitally in August and on Disc in September
Disney and Pixar’s Elemental will soon be available digitally for people to download and watch at home, followed by on disc in September. Elemental will be released for digital download on August 15 and then be available on September 26 on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD. The home entertainment release will have bonus features…
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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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60th Anniversary of The Avengers Celebrated With New shopDisney Collection
It is the 60th anniversary of The Avengers. As part of the celebration of this milestone, shopDisney has released a collection with new merchandise. The collection includes apparel, costumes, toys, mugs, lamps, bedding, watches, and so much more. Below is a look at some of the merchandise that is a part of this collection. The…
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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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We Found Nemo’s Play Area – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #671
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week there is a LOT of ground to cover and an introduction to make! Things start off with a reminder that on Friday it is CHOC Day at Chick-fil-A! All proceeds from cookies and brownies sold at Chick-fil-A locations in Orange County will go to support CHOC!…
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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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Disney’s “Haunted Mansion” Has Spooky Opening Weekend
Disney’s Haunted Mansion is now in theaters. It’s first weekend at the box office was a scary one for Disney as it faced off against the incredibly popular Barbie and Oppenheimer movies. Both of these films continued to dominate at the box office. Haunted Mansion brought in $24 million. This is a scary result for…
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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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Disney CEO Bob Iger Brings Back Former Disney Execs Kevin Mayer, Tom Staggs to Strategize Future of Legacy TV
Bob Iger is looking to the future by going to the past. Iger has brought in former Disney Execs Kevin Mayer, Tom Staggs, to help advise on the future of Disney’s legacy TV assets. The duo have been brought in to discuss paths forward for the legacy TV assets, including the possible sales of these…
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Disney Launches Global Create 100 Campaign to Celebrate Creativity and Support Make-A-Wish With $1 Million Donation
Today marks the launch of Create 100, a global celebration of creativity marking 100 years of Disney storytelling. Some of the world’s most renowned visionaries and next generation talent across fashion, music, art, and more have donated artworks, items, and experiences inspired by their personal connection to stories and characters across Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars,…
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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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Paul Reubens Passes Away at 70
Actor Paul Reubens has passed away at the age of 70 years old. He died from a long battle with cancer that he previously had kept private. The announcement was made on his Facebook page last night. The following was posted: Reubens left a statement where he apologized for not disclosing his condition. “Please accept…
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New “Finding Nemo” Themed Water Play Area to Open at Disney’s Paradise Pier on August 1st
Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel is in the midst of a transformation into Pixar Place Hotel. Anyone who has visited the hotel recently can see the progress happening with the transformation as new magical details have been completed and unveiled. A fairly substantial will be opening to the public on August 1st when the Finding Nemo…
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Steakhouse 55 Being Converted Into Lounge at Disneyland Hotel
Steakhouse 55 once was the signature dining establishment at the Disneyland Resort. However, in recent years it has sent empty. As it has sat empty, many fans have speculated about what the future for the location would be. Today that future was known. Scott Gustin is reporting that the former Steakhouse 55 will become a…
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Trailer Released for Season 2 of “Loki”
Ahead of its October 6th release, a new trailer for the second season of Loki was released today. Season 2 of Loki takes the God of Mischief on a whole new set of adventures with the TVA. The first season was the most-watched Marvel series on Disney+ to date. Check out the trailer below. Along…