Tag: Disneyland
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Disneyland Update 2/11/18 With A Wrinkle in Time and Sundays With DAPs
This week has a small update for the Disneyland Resort as much construction still takes up the resort. The big news was the increase in ticket and Annual Passholder prices, which you can find out more here. A Wrinkle in Time Preview Disney California Adventure has the A Wrinkle in Time preview in Hollywoodland. Annual…
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Pixar Pier Opening Date and New Paint the Night Float
At the D23 Expo in Japan, more details on the upcoming Pixar Pier transformation at Disney California Adventure emerged. The “new” area of the park will open June 23. An overhanging gateway will have the Pixar lamp on the marquee to welcome guests. Paint the Night will get a new float featuring the Incredibles also…
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Disney Shopping: The Dress Shop
Ever since Disney started The Dress Shop line, the items have been increasingly popular, prompting Disney to come out with new styles and accessories on a regular basis. A Monsters Inc. door dress came out not too long ago, but a matching purse that dons Mike Wazowski’s adorably round face, just hit The Dress Shop…
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Valentine’s Day Sweet Treats Come to Disneyland Resort!
With Valentine’s Day approaching, some sweet treats for your sweetheart have arrived at the Disneyland Resort. At Marceline’s Confectionery in Downtown Disney, 3 specialty items are available: a pink and red Krispy treat ($5.49), pink Minnie Mouse caramel apple ($10.99), and a heart shaped decorated cookie ($3.99). With construction happening on Main Street, there will…
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Which is the Best Disneyland Railroad? – DAPs Magic Rankings
One of the quintessential experiences of the Disneyland parks is a railroad attraction. Many times they are at the entrance of the park, greeting guests as they come in. They may seem exactly the same, but there are differences that set them apart. I’m going to critique them a little differently than I normally do. …
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Going Solo – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 819
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week there are a LOT of things happening in the world of movies. Before the geeks get to that though, there have been some changes at the Disneyland Resort. There is a new president and the old one has been promoted. Beyond that, there are new trailer for Solo: A…
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Disneyland and Knott’s Update 2/5/18 Featuring Charlie Brown Day and Continued Construction
It’s time for another update of not just Disneyland, but Knott’s Berry Farm as well! This last Sunday was not just Super Bowl Sunday. It was also Charlie Brown Day at Knott’s Berry Farm. A gathering of the most people wearing Charlie Brown related attire was assembled at Calico Square. All guests received a free…
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A Disney Vegan: Lunar New Year Celebration 2018
Hey Daps Magic Readers! Welcome to the first post of a new foodie series all about the plant based snacks, treats, and full dining options available at the California Disney Parks! Currently, Disney’s California Adventure is commemorating the Year of the Dog (Yay Pluto!) with its ever-popular Lunar New Year festivities. Now through February…
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NEW Series: A Disney Vegan!
Hey Daps Magic readers! I’m here to announce an exciting new food series focused on all things ridiculously delicious! Over the last 2 years, my diet has significantly changed, mostly due to some health reasons, which makes dining at any of the Disney Parks a little bit more of a challenge. But you know what?…
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Michael Colglazier Promoted to President and Managing Director of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Asia Pacific
Disneyland President Michael Colglazier will be taking a new role within the Walt Disney Company. Colglazier is being promoted to the Managing Director Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Asia Pacific Asia Pacific. Over the last five years, Colglazier has led the Disneyland Resort as its president. There he led 30,000 cast members and oversaw what…
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Splitsville {Soft} Opens in Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort
Splitsville had a slight bit of a delay in opening, but tonight, the first floor of this new restaurant and bowling locale opened its doors in Downtown Disney. The second floor is expected to open later this week, as a few more additions are required prior to its opening. There are 7 visible lanes on…
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Shopping Disney: Disney Parks Hats
I’ve been covering Disney Merchandise for quite a bit now, and Caitlyn’s Disney Merchandise Round-Up is taking on a new name, Shopping Disney. I will be focusing more on Disney Parks merchandise, and an occasional feature of an Etsy shop or shopDisney items. Because new things are constantly being released at the Disneyland Resort, I’m seeing…
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Tokyo Disneyland Resort to Celebrate 35 Years Beginning April
April 15, 1983, the first Disney resort to open outside of the United States opened its gates to the public! Today, Tokyo Disneyland Resort is a popular tourist destination for families and Disney super fans alike! Beginning April 15, guests can expect to be part of the ‘Happiest Celebration!’ for the 35th anniversary. At Tokyo…
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Top Ten Lands in Disney Parks – Part Two
Disneyland established not only the first theme park but the way that many theme parks would be laid out in the future. “Lands” serve as the themed areas where attractions, shows, restaurants, and shops are grouped. Many of them tell a story by itself, and also help solidify stories of attractions. Here’s the top 10 themed lands from…
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How Disneyland Celebrated the Anniversary of Mickey’s Toontown
Today is the 25th anniversary of Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland! It’s actually, in my opinion, one of the best themed Disney lands in any of the parks. So, I think it deserves some fanfare. It had been the first new land in two decades at the original magic kingdom. It was based on Who Framed…
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Something Awesome This Way Comes – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 817
Welcome to a very animated episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week there is a lot of stories to cover. Mr. DAPs shares about Disney After Dark: Throwback Nite. The Geeks also chat about #rockthedots and Minnie Mouse receiving her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Splitsville is opening at Downtown Disney at the Disneyland…
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Top Ten Misconceptions About the Disney Parks
There’s a lot of trivia out there about the Disney parks and resorts- where the “hidden Mickey’s” are, what time to hit up Splash Mountain (hint: last), how often to eat a Dole whip before admitting you have a problem… But there’s also a lot of misinformation out there about the Disney experience. We here…
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Year of the Dog celebrations at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort usher in a spectacular year of non-stop Disney magic
Authentic Hong Kong-style Chinese New Year Night Market to debut HONG KONG (January 18, 2018) Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL) is ringing in 2018 with new excitement from day to night in every season this year, starting with a festive celebration for Chinese New Year. From today to March 4, God of Fortune Goofy and playful…
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Sunday Spotlight: Fantasy in the Sky
Fireworks are a mainstay of entertainment at the Disneyland Resort. The original fireworks spectacular at Disneyland began after a request from Walt Disney himself. Fantasy in the Sky opened above the skies of the original magic kingdom in 1958. This classic show would continue in the summers and for special occasions at Disneyland until October…
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Caitlyn’s Disney Merchandise Round-Up: Disneyland Resort Items
Over the last week, I have seen so many new pieces of merchandise, and I thought I’d share them all with you instead of theming them. There are new additions to the Mickey Letterman line, 2018 line, and Mickey and Minnie line. I’ve been seeing new merchandise almost each time I visit, and I have…
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Flashback and Forward – DISNEY Reporter
This week on DISNEY Reporter Mr. DAPs shares the news that looks at the past, the present, and the future. That’s right, this week’s Disney and geek news goes all over the place. Take a look here and then let us know what you think of this week’s news by leaving us a comment. Mr.…
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Disney After Dark: Throwback Nite Gives Guests the Present of the Past
On January 18th Disneyland hosted a special ticketed event Disney After Dark: Throwback Nite. This event was a blast to the past as it celebrated the history and magic of Disneyland in the 1950s and 1960s. The event’s tickets were $95 each and allowed guests to enter the park with special maps, a lanyard, Photopass,…
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Top Ten Lands in Disney Parks – Part One
Disneyland established not only the first theme park but the way that many theme parks would be laid out in the future. “Lands” serve as the themed areas where attractions, shows, restaurants, and shops are grouped. Many of them tell a story by itself, and also help solidify stories of attractions. Here’s the top 10…
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The Wonderful World of Walls – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 816
Welcome to another week of GEEKS CORNER! This week there is a lot to cover and also some new things that have come to the corner. This week the Geeks talk about some of the changes going on at Disneyland. Festival of the Arts has come to Epcot and Murray provided some excellent coverage of…