Tag: Disney’s Hollywood Studios
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2015 Disney Stories Countdown #1 – A Year of Star Wars
You may be thinking “Isn’t Force Awakens the biggest story of the year?” Well, not quite. The movie was highly anticipated and had a lot throughout the year. But, the box office results are too recent to be the biggest story. Yet, Star Wars has proven itself bigger than just Force Awakens. There are several…
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Year of Star Wars & Our Picks of 2015 – DAPsCast Episode 27
Mr. Daps, Murray, Annie, Danie, and Mikey talk all about Star Wars and its presence throughout 2015. Included in this is Star Wars Celebration, which was in Anaheim. Thoughts on Force Awakens is talked about (with some spoilers so be warned). Also brought up is Season of the Force which is at Disneyland and Disney’s…
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Reviews of Two New Dining Experiences at Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World keeps expanding their menu, so to speak, with great dining experiences throughout the resort. Earlier this month I got to experience two of them in Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney Springs: Sci-Fi Dine In’s new breakfast dining and Morimoto Asia. Sci-Fi Dine In At any time of day, this restaurant has been…
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New Star Wars Experience Launching this December at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Opening on December 1 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is that of a brand new Star Wars experience. Disney Parks Blog made the announcement on Monday of the new and exciting things coming our way. Very similar to the Season of the Force at the Disneyland Resort, this experience will feature the Star Wars Launch Bay.…
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The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights Set to Dazzle for One Last Season
With the holiday season quickly approaching, it’s time to plan your Disney Parks visit. One thing to keep in mind is The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This fun display located in the Walt Disney World Resort, brings to life the joy of lights and music. As noted on Friday on…
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Star Wars Land, D23 Expo, Jenny Rae – Geeks Corner – Episode 446
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week we have Jenny Rae as a special guest from Jenny Rae TV! She joins us to geek out about Star Wars Land and the rest of the D23 Expo. There is a LOT to chat about and Jenny Rae is a phenomenal guest. Here are links to what was…
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Star Wars, Avatar, Toy Story, and Iron Man coming to Disney Parks and Resorts!
Bob Chapek, Chairman of Disney Parks and Resorts, shared about the past, present, and future of the Disney Parks and Resorts during a panel yesterday. The panel started off with a beautiful video featuring the magic of Disney in its Parks and Resorts. Chapek than shared about all of the new offerings at the Disneyland…
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The Force is Strong with Disney… – Geeks Corner – Episode 441
There is a LOT going on in the world of The Walt Disney Company this week to cover on Geeks Corner. Things get started with Shanghai Disney (https://www.dapsmagic.com/2015/07/14/shanghai-disneyland-details-unveiled/). Disney CEO Bob Iger announced many features of this new Disney Theme Park and it’s time to geek out about it. The new Disney Legends Inductees were…
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The Final Days of The Magic of Disney Animation at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Animation. It is what has defined Walt Disney to so many people, myself included. So, when I heard the news that The Magic of Disney Animation attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios here in Orlando was closing down, my heart sank. I can remember when I was young, our family would take the tour of the…
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Star Wars Weekends at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Making a Difference This Year With Star Wars: Force for Change
Star Wars: Force for Change is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort for Star Wars Weekends this year. In an announcement on the Disney Parks Blog, the various options for supporting Star Wars: Force for Change for change were revealed. They include both Star Wars: The Force Awakens T-shirts and pins…
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“Frozen” Summer Fun LIVE Returning to Disney's Hollywood Studios This Summer
Disney’s Hollywood Studios is ready to have another great summer. Returning again will be that of “Frozen” Summer Fun LIVE. Here guests will be able to see some of their favorite “Frozen” Disney characters as well as exciting entertainment for the whole family. This offering will be a part of the “Coolest Summer Ever” at the Walt…
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What’s in a Name? – Geeks Corner – Episode 424
Welcome to this week’s Geeks Corner! It also happens to be St. Patrick’s Day so happy belated St. Patrick’s Day to you (obviously by the time the episode goes live the day will be over)! There is a ton going on so let’s get right to it. Here is a look at what is being covered…
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New Name on the Horizon for Disney's Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort
Yesterday during the Q&A portion of the Walt Disney Company’s Shareholder Meeting, Disney CEO Bob Iger appeared to accidentally announce that Disney’s Hollywood Studios is getting another name change. This came after a question about a potential name change from a 6-year old child. “It’s not announced. We used to be MGM Studios, we changed…
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Meet Doc McStuffins This Summer at Disney's Hollywood Studios
The Doc is in! Over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort, the lovable character of Doc McStuffins will be visiting guests this summer. Right next to “Disney Junior – Live on Stage!” will be a brand new meet and greet area for Doc at the Animation Courtyard. Disney Parks Blog noted that the inspired playhouse…
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Trolley Car Café Now Open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
This week, Disney’s Hollywood Studios Park opened the newest Starbucks location at the Walt Disney World. The Trolley Car Café has been themed into a classic trolley station with an early Hollywood feel. Disney Parks Blog has shared photos from the ribbon cutting ceremony and the café itself. Inside, Starbucks beverages will be sold as…
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Starbucks to Open February 2015 at Disney's Hollywood Studios
A brand new Starbucks will be opening its doors in February of 2015, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort. The store will be designed and themed after a classic trolley station. The Trolley Car Café, will provide a place for guests to enjoy their favorite coffee. Both Disney baked goods and…
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Frozen Summer Fun Extending Its Stay at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be extending the stay of “Frozen Summer Fun LIVE!” till September 28. This means more sing-along celebrations, more ice skating and even taking part in the royal welcome of Anna and Elsa. Summer doesn’t have to end just yet! With four more weeks of Frozen entertainment options, there is so much…
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Oaken’s Frozen Funland Opens July 5 at Disney's Hollywood Studios
More summer fun can be found at Disney’s Hollywood Studios starting July 5, as the Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post & Frozen Funland open to guests. This great entertainment offering includes photo opportunities, special food, merchandise and even ice skating. Oaken’s Frozen Funland will take place inside Soundstage One. Here you will find a frozen pond…
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All Fine After Accident at Lights, Motors, Action Stunt Show Crash [Updated with Video]
Everyone is apparently fine after a crash during the Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show. Moments after the crash photos and videos of the aftermath started to trickle onto the net. The stunt that apparently did not work is part of the climax of the show. Here is what was supposed to happen: Looking at…
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Walt Disney World 2014 Trip Report – DAPscast – Episode 5
This month Mr. Daps interviews Murray about his trip to Walt Disney World that took place earlier in June. Covered is the new MyMagic+ system, Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, and a few other places to visit at the resort. Together they cover a 7 day trip in about an hour!
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‘Frozen’ Summer Entertainment Offerings at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
This summer at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the Walt Disney World Resort, new Frozen entertainment offerings are soon to heat up the summer. Experience the world of Frozen like never before. Starting July 5 through September 1, entertainment fun filled days with all things Frozen will make your vacation the best it can be. Straight…
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Mark Hamill on Star Wars – An Interview at Star Wars Weekends
Mark Hamill is at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this weekend to drive all of us crazy on the west coast who can’t see Luke Skywalker in person. Well, not exactly. But he is at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this weekend and he will be driving me crazy since I am out here in California. Thankfully, there are…