Tag: World
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Disneyland's 59th Anniversary, Guardians, Alice, and College Band! – DAPscast – Episode 6
This episode, which was recorded on July 17, 2014, has Mr. DAPs and Murray talking about Disneyland’s 59th anniversary…or is it the beginning of the 60th? Also discussed is the new Alice in Wonderland, Guardians of the Galaxy, and the 2014 All American College Band. Included in some of the discussions are audio treats.
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Animal Kingdom 2014 Picks and Tips
Animal Kingdom is the youngest out of the theme parks in Walt Disney World. But, it’s full of great experiences and scenery! This post is going to feel like a part one, where an experience I had of this park was at Harambe Nights, and I felt having a separate post on that was fitting.…
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Epcot 2014 Picks and Tips
Epcot, in my opinion, is the flagship park for Walt Disney World. Yes, Magic Kingdom is popular, but Epcot is what Walt wanted for the Florida project. It was to be an experimental city. It is now a theme park. But, that’s ok. It is a great, fascinating, and sometimes underrated park. A day in…
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Magic Kingdom 2014 Picks and Tips
For those that don’t know much about Magic Kingdom, the best way to start describing it is that it’s bigger than Disneyland. And this is not just in the land size. For example, Main Street’s buildings are full size whereas Disneyland’s second stories only look full sized. Then there are the more blatant differences:…
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Experiencing Harambe Nights
It’s hard to describe what Harambe Nights at Animal Kingdom was like. It’s definitely a celebration of the Lion King. It’s a party and a concert as one event. Also throw in dinner. Whatever category it fits in, it was an experience! The night began with appetizers in the Welcome Reception. Spicy Durban chicken, Moroccan…
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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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2013 Disney Stories Countdown #3: Limited Time Magic
Continuing the top 2013 Disney stories countdown, here is the third top. Limited Time Magic was the promotion for the US Disney Parks and featured anything from shows to giveaways, and even some character greetings. Perhaps controversial because of what was offered when, it was fun to go to many of the events. These were…
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2013 Disney Stories Countdown #4: Disney Parks Openings
It’s the final days of 2013! The top Disney stories of 2013 continues to countdown. Now for #4, and it’s all about new stuff at the parks. This year saw the openings of Fantasy Faire and Mickey and the Magical Map in Disneyland’s Fantasyland. Over at Walt Disney World the big story was MyMagic+, but…
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New Marvel NOW! Point One!
It All Starts Here – Your First Look at ALL-NEW MARVEL NOW! POINT ONE! New York. NY—November 27th, 2013— The most popular characters. The most acclaimed creators. The most ambitious stories. This is the recharged All-New Marvel NOW! And it’s starting right NOW! Marvel is pleased to present your very first look at All-New…
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Happy 85th Birthday, Mickey Mouse!
Today marks a very special occasion. It’s my birthday. Okay, so that’s not such a special occasion to post an article about. The even more special thing is that it’s Mickey Mouse’s birthday. How is it his birthday? Well, 85 years ago the first sound cartoon premiered on November 18. This cartoon starred a certain…
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Marvel NOW! New Series And More!
All-New Marvel NOW! Brings New Series, New Creators, and More! New York Comic Con may be behind us, but All-New Marvel NOW! is just getting started! This Winter, the Marvel Universe heads in an exciting, all-new direction to deliver the best comics on the market with all-new ongoing series from blockbuster creators AND must read .NOW…
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Disney Infinity Toy Box App
Disney Infinity is now a month old, though it feels shorter. But, that’s just because it seems so expansive! With the month old anniversary of the release, Disney has released a Toy Box app for iOS this last week. Ever since I started playing Infinity, I have been anticipating this app. The Disney Infinity Toy…
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Disneyland and Walt Disney World Official Album 2013 Review
This week, the Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort released two new albums with music from parks featured in the resorts. It has been a few years since the last ones, and here’s a review of what you’ll find… Disneyland Returning Tracks The majority of both albums feature songs that have been on previous…
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Watcher Wednesday: Thor – The Dark World Teaser
There is a new teaser trailer for Thor: The Dark World. That means Marvel Studios phase two is in full swing. Thor: TDW (Dark World abbreviated) looks like a much more action packed film than its predecessor. Everyone appears to be back, especially Jane Foster, played by Natalie Portman. I’m … The post Watcher Wednesday:…
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16th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival: A Passport to a World of Flavors Sept. 30-Nov. 13
DAPs Magic Disney News – PRESS RELEASE Paradise Found: Tastes of Hawaii and Caribbean now on the Menu LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Exotic cocktails will pair like a tropical daydream with fresh new tastes from more than one island paradise at the 16th Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Sept. 30-Nov. 13, 2011, at…