Tag: Photos
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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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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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Mr. DAPs Photos of the Day from the Past
Some of you may noticed that there have been some glitches on DAPs Magic. This has been a bit of a headache for me as over the last few years I’ve been posting photos on this blog that I have taken. Sadly, many of these posts have disappeared. Thankfully, we still have most of the…
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SS Palo Alto
There are few things that inspire the imagination more than abandoned and decrepit buildings, theme parks, and ships. Or in this case, a shipwreck. The SS Palo Alto can be found at the Seacliff State Beach. She was once a cement ship built to be a tanker for World War I. Towards the end of her…
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A Sunset for the Birds
The other night we wandered down to Seacliff State Beach. It is one of my favorite locations in the Santa Cruz area because of an old ship that rests in peace there. It has become a home for birds and sea lions mainly and is a great place to take some photographs. Imagine our surprise…
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A Broken Fence
Some images evoke poetry. This scene is one of those. It is an old decrepit fence that has been standing here for who knows how long. However, every time I see it I find myself reaching for a camera. There is something beautiful about it as it falls apart. It reminds me of Robert Frost…
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A Fence and Flowers
This morning I decided to take a walk around the neighborhood I’m visiting this weekend. As I was wondering around I found this delightful fence with these flowers growing around it. It just seemed too perfect to not take a photo of so I did…and then I took some more…and more…. I’m sure you can…
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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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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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Official Jurassic World Photos Released!
Jurassic World is just a year away (literally one year from today) and new photos of the movie have been released. Starring Chris Pratt (Guardians of the Galaxy), Bryce Dallas Howard (The Village), Ty Simpkins (Iron Man 3) and Nick Robinson (Kings of Summer), Jurassic World will return to Isla Nebular for a new adventure next year. …
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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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Diane Disney Miller: Through the Eyes of a Photographer
Diane Disney Miller (December 18, 1933-November 19, 2013) Yesterday the Disney community reeled as the news of Diane Disney Miller’s death spread. Diane Disney Miller, the daughter of Walt Disney, was a person known for her kindness, her dedication to the arts, and her dedication to her father’s legacy. To remember her legacy, we thought…
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First Look at Disney’s The Pirate Fairy for International Talk Like a Pirate Day
In honor of International Talk Like a Pirate Day, Disney has released images for its upcoming Tinker Bell movie Disney’s The Pirate Fairy. Disney’s The Pirate Fairy will be released on Blu-ray Combo Pack sometime in the Spring of 2014. Which fairy is your favorite? Disney’s The Pirate Fairy Synopsis: Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies are off…
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Storybook Circus Giggle Gang
One of the unexpected favorites for our group visiting Walt Disney World this summer was a clown troupe called the Storybook Circus Giggle Gang. This show is found at the entrance of Storybook Circus in New Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom. There are three clowns in this troupe with the names of Chuckles Buffoon McMonkeyshine III, Whinny…
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2013 D23 Expo
The D23 Expo is the event of the year for Disney fans. Well really, it is the event of multiple years for Disney fans. The 2013 D23 Expo was a huge event and DAPs Magic had lots of coverage of this event. Here is a look at some of the coverage from this event in…
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2013 Disneyland All-American College Band
On June 20, the 2013 Disneyland All-American College Band made its debut at the Disneyland Resort. This began 11 weeks of performances (Tuesday-Saturday) throughout Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. This year, there were a few changes for those who have followed the Disneyland All-American College Band through the years. There were some different set times…
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A Look at Mickey and the Magical Map
The Disney Parks Blog has released new photos of Mickey and the Magical Map before it opens on May 25, 2013. DAPs Magic will be covering the world premiere of this new magical show on May 23 and will have coverage posted throughout the weekend. For now, let’s take a few minutes to look at…
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Another Wonderland Wet Willy
You may remember that I posted a picture here where the Mad Hatter was giving Alice in Wonderland a wet willy. Of course, this deed did not go unpunished and within minutes Alice was returning the favor. Anybody have a caption for this one? Make it a GREAT day! – … Mr. DAPs –
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Esmeralda and Clopin
One of the highlights for me at Long Lost Friends Week was getting to see Clopin and Esmeralda at Disneyland. Yes, I would have liked to have seen Quasimodo there as well but… I’ll take what I can get! What was your favorite character, or set of characters, at Long … Mr. DAPs –
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An Incredible Experience With Country Bears
The Country Bears are now frequently found in the Big Thunder Ranch Jamboree in Frontierland at Disneyland. Last Sunday, there was a wonderful high school band playing back there as the bears played around. One of the songs this band played was a medley of music from Pixar’s The Incredibles. … Mr. DAPs –
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Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa
On the last night in Jamaica, I took a stroll out on this breakwater where they had a couple of boats moored and thought it would be cool to take a picture of the resort. This is the Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa right before the sun said goodnight. … Mr. DAPs –