Tag: Disneyland
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What is Legends of Frontierland Like To Experience?
Frontierland is booming with miners entering into the sleepy town. At least, that’s the story that is being produced through Legends of Frontierland. Today was opening day for the interactive story. Guests were encouraged to pick a side in the conflict – either a Frontierland citizen or Rainbow Ridger. Nametags are given with a very…
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“Legends of Frontierland: Gold Rush" Begins Today at Disneyland
Today marks the first day of “Legends of Frontierland: Gold Rush” at Disneyland Park. This new interactive experience will allow guests to create a story and decided what side they are on: Frontierland or Rainbow Ridge. Here are some tips from Disney Parks Blog if you would like to participate in this activity. The first…
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Legends of the Guardians of the Galaxy – Geeks Corner – Episode 341
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week it is time to geek out about the newly refurbished Alice in Wonderland at Disneyland. There are some incredible new effects that are definitely worth talking about. Guardians of the Galaxy now has a preview in Tomorrowland at Disneyland and also at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World.…
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She's Sleeping Beauty But She's Awake
One of the most uncomfortable things for me as an amateur photographer also happens to make for the best pictures. It makes me insanely uncomfortable when someone I am taking a photo of looks directly into the lens. I guess I like to think that as a photographer I’m just another hole in the…
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Disneyland Resort – July 6, 2014
Disneyland in July is a wonderful thing. Most Annual Passes are blocked out and in general, Disneyland and Disney California Adventure have a very leisurely feel. It really does feel like a lazy Sunday afternoon when visiting the Disneyland Resort on a Sunday afternoon. This particular Sunday was also fairly warm, around 90 degrees. The…
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Disneyland – June 1, 2014
Disneyland is always a wonderful place to be any day of the year. Sundays have always been a favorite though and this Sunday was no different. Many magical things happened throughout the day. Here is a look at a day through the lens of Mr. DAPs.
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Disneyland June 8, 2014 – Evil Queen and Five & Dime
On June 8 the Disneyland said goodbye to the Evil Queen for awhile as she returns to her kingdom. It can be guessed that she will be returning for Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort. This day also included Five & Dime and Mickey’s Soundsational Parade as Mr. DAPs made his way around the Disneyland…
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“Guardians of the Galaxy” Extended Trailer Viewing for Disneyland Annual Passholders
With the excitement of the new film, “Guardians of the Galaxy”, Disneyland Annual Passholders will get a chance to see the exclusive extended trailer starting July 3 at the Magic Eye Theater, beginning at 6:30 PM. If you are unable to make it, do not worry, this sneak peek will be open to guests starting July…
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2014 Disneyland All-American College Band – First Day
June 17 marked the first day for the 2014 Disneyland All-American College Band’s summer season. Directed by Dr. Ron McCurdy, the band brings 21 collegiate musicians together to perform around the Disneyland Resort throughout the summer. This program began in 1971 and since then has given thousands of students the opportunity to experience what it…
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Disneyland – June 15, 2014 – Frozen Pre-Parade Arrives
For the summer of 2014, the Disneyland Resort is featuring Anna and Elsa, from the Disney animated feature film Frozen, in a pre-parade. This float makes its way down the parade route of Disneyland before the first Mickey’s Soundsational Parade of the day and first appeared on June 13. On June 15, Mr. DAPs was…
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Disneyland June 29, 2014
On June 29, 2014 Mr. DAPs visited Disneyland and Disney California Adventure for a Sunday afternoon adventure. During the day he watched Musical Chairs, Mickey’s Soundsational Parade, Five and Dime, and Mad T Party to name a few things. Here are photos covering the day that we hope you enjoy.
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Where’s Mickey Mouse? How to Find the Big Cheese at the Disneyland Resort!
When visiting the Disneyland Resort, it is definitely important to meet the big cheese. After all, what a trip to Disneyland be without a photo with Mickey Mouse? Or perhaps you don’t want to be next to Mickey but at least get to see him. Here are a few options for you as you proceed on…
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Animazement – The Musical – Disneyland 2001
On Sunday October 28, 2001 “Animazement – The Musical” closed its curtains for the last time in Fantasyland Theater. Through the years this show delighted thousands of guests who learned the power of imagination… and a little Disney magic. This was arguably the most popular show to be performed in the Fantasyland Theater location. Animazement musically brought…
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Disneyland April 13, 2014
Disneyland was a beautiful place to visit on April 13, 2014. There was a lot going on and a lot to take photographs off. This included a brief visit to Belle near the Main Gate of Disneyland, Musical Chairs, Mickey’s Soundsaational Parade, and Fantasmic!. Here are some pictures of the day and I hope you…
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Frozen Pre-Parade Comes to Disneyland
The Frozen pre-parade has arrived at Disneyland. This new float came a few minutes before the first Mickey’s Soundsational Parade and will continue to appear throughout the summer. The float has Anna, Elsa, and Olaf aboard a frozen float that is accompanied by an instrumental version of Let it Go. The Frozen pre-parade gives guests an…
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Her Majestic Majesty
Grace, beauty, majesty, oh… and and then there is that evil thing. Whatever you think of the Evil Queen, she is a fun person to photograph at Disneyland. You never know what she will say (to kids or adults alike) or what will come next. On the day I took this picture she could be…
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You Want Thingamabobs?
You want thingamabobs? We sure do… You may have noticed there have been a few weird things going on with the DAPs Magic websites. We had a bit of a database failure and so we are now in process of reconstructing as much of everything as we can. Sadly, this photoblog appears to be unrecoverable…
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Star Wars Half Marathon Weekend Sells Out!
Hellllloooo Geeks! Unless you’ve been hiding inside a Tuan-Taun, you probably knew this last week marked the open registration for the Inaugural Star Wars Race Weekend! True to form, as with other runDisney events, this race weekend sold out within hours breaking yet another record sell out time. Just in case you missed the big…
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Watcher Wednesday: Is Space Mountain and Figment Worth Reading?
One thing that Disney theme park fans have desired is the story behind attractions. In the same vein are stories that take place in the world the attractions are of. Recently, Disney has released two comic lines that do just that: Space Mountain and Figment. Space Mountain Space Mountain is a high speed, roller coaster…
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Zoot!
Quite often on Sundays we take a few minutes to stop by Buena Vista Street in Disney California Adventure to watch Five and Dime. This fun and jazzy show is one of my favorite bits of entertainment that is found in Disney California Adventure and rarely do I miss it on the weekend. This moment…
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Rock Your Disney Side 24-Hour Adventure!
Where can I start? The Rock Your Disney Side 24-Hour event at the Disneyland Resort was a blast and I will never forget the memories that were created. With camping out at midnight, a full 24 hours in the park and a plan solely dedicated to have fun, this day could have not been better.…
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The Positive Side of Disneyland Price Increases
The Disney community has been buzzing the last 24 hours since the Disneyland Resort again raised prices. This happens pretty much every year in recent memory and really should have come as no surprise. Over the past 24 hours I have been talking to people both that have a range of opinions on the matter.…