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NEW Disneyland's Hungry Bear BBQ Jamboree Background Music. This is most of the new area loop heard at the restaurant seating area.I was faced with a lot of trash bins rolling by, but moved to a better spot for the second half. Some of these songs come from the new Country Bear Musical Jamboree at WDW's Magic Kingdom.#DisneylandSounds, #DisneylandAmbiance, #CountryBearsMusic, #CritterCountryRecorded on Tue, 12/17/24 at approximately 10:30PM. --------------------Donate to the Show:Help keep Park Sensory going with a one-time donation. Your support goes a long way.Interact:Email - podcast@offharborandmain.comTwitter/X - @Park_SensoryInstagram - @offharbor
Welcome to a corner of the Happiest Place on Earth where we take a look at a big set of changes to come to Disneyland. Tiana's Bayou Adventure opened recently and with it a new land, Bayou Country, which replaces the old Critter Country. We see all of Tiana's from front to back, from queue to ride--and it's a wet one! We also check out Louis' Critter Club and Ray's Beret's--new retail locations at Bayou Country--plus another Tiana themed retail location most people never pass by. We then stop to check out the newly refurbished and retitled Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree! Plenty to see, so join us as we head down the Bayou at Disneyland! ________________________________________________________ My new book, A Century of Powerful Disney Insights, Volume I 1923-1973, The Walt & Roy Disney Years is available! Also, check out my two of my other books, The Wonderful World of Customer Service at Disney and Disney, Leadership and You. Also, for those examining = other business benchmarks beyond Disney, check out Lead with Your Customer: Transform Culture and Brand Into World-Class Excellence. ________________________________________________________ More Disney Insights can be found below! Disney Insights YouTube Page--Check it out and subscribe. DisneyInsights.com--So many resources at our home site. Be sure to subscribe to receive notice of upcoming podcasts. Disney Insights Facebook Page--Come join and interact in conversation with others. The Wayfinder Society--Disney Insights Patreon Page--More Disney Insights to interact with, while supporting the podcast. Here we bring the best in Disney both in terms of the magic of the parks as well as the business behind the magic! ________________________________________________________ Check out Zanolla Travel to book your next vacation! David & Leah Zanolla ZanollaTravel.com Owner/Agents (309) 863-5469 ________________________________________________________ Performance Journeys This podcast and post is provided by J. Jeff Kober and Performance Journeys, which celebrates more than 20 years as a training and development group bringing best in business ideas through books, keynotes, workshops, seminars and online tools to help you take your organization to the next level. Want a Keynote Speaker? More than just nice stories, I offer proven insight and solutions having worked in the trench. Need Consulting? I've worked for decades across the public, private and non-profit arena. Need Support? We offer so many classroom, online, and other resources to help you improve your customer service delivery, leadership excellence, and employee engagement. Contact us today, and let us help you on your Performance Journey!
This week, Magic Keys are going back on sale, the change to Bayou Country is official, a new shop is open in the new area, a popular parade is returning to DCA, a new treat comes to Downtown Disney, some holiday dining experiences are coming, we finish our talk with DisneylandNurse Scott, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Weeklyteers who want to get a Magic Key are in luck! On Wednesday, November 6th at no earlier than 8:45am Disneyland time, the queue will open to new sales online. For all of the details, including pricing and perks associated with each level of key, visit the link in our show notes. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/23/date-announced-disney-confirms-magic-key-passes-will-go-on-sale-soon/ It is official! Critter Country is now Bayou Country. The amazing, detailed sign was installed and unveiled last week. The sign is carved out of wood, like a few of the other new signs in the area. – https://blogmickey.com/2024/10/disneyland-shows-off-new-bayou-country-signage/ Not much is left unopened in Bayou Country after Ray's Berets opened this week. The rethemed shop is full of little touches to Ray's friends and family. There are a set of jars on the wall that are the homes to the fireflies. There are animated windows in the shop as well. As for merchandise, the shop sells much of the same headwear that the previous version of this store sold. – https://www.micechat.com/401100-disneyland-update-bayou-debut-bbq-feast-pumpkin-spice-meets-holiday-ice/ A popular parade looks to be returning to Disney California Adventure in the future. Auditions for The Together Forever parade was posted online with character and performer auditions being posted. – https://jobs.disneycareers.com/auditions A new snack truck has rolled into Downtown Disney. Cathy's Cookies has arrived serving up fresh baked chocolate chip cookies. They come in a sleeve, bucket, cookie dough, and sundae varieties. You can also get a carton of milk if you like you cookies with milk. Be sure to check their schedule on Instagram to catch them. – https://www.micechat.com/401100-disneyland-update-bayou-debut-bbq-feast-pumpkin-spice-meets-holiday-ice/ With the holidays just around the corner, there are some newly announced dining experiences at the resort. Holiday Tea with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Hearthstone Lounge is on select days December 3rd through 24th, Mickey's Holiday Pajama Party Breakfast and Brunch at Storytellers Cafe is November 19th through January 1st, and Goofy's Kitchen Celebrates the Holidays is November 19th through January 2nd. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-3-holiday-dining-experiences-coming-to-disneyland-resort-hotels/ Guests staying at one of the Harbor Boulevard hotels on Halloween can take part of trick or treating. There are 14 participating hotels, with the event starting at 3pm and ending at 8pm. Participants need to show their room key. The hotels are located between the Howard Johnson all the way to the Castle Inn and Suites. – https://www.micechat.com/401100-disneyland-update-bayou-debut-bbq-feast-pumpkin-spice-meets-holiday-ice/ Disney Visa Cardholders have some new discounts. Cardholders get 30% off select premium rooms for stays Sunday through Thursdays from January 7th to March 20th at Disneyland Resort hotels. Cardholders who are Marvel fans can get 30% off a Marvel Unlimited subscription with the code DRVCMEMBER. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/25/2-new-disney-visa-cardmember-deals-announced/ Teresa's topiary follow up – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vIPAThYIdRM SnackChat: Galactic Grill – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/galactic-grill/menus TriviaLand: 2019 Oogie Boogie Bash Walkthrough – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RibsQ-sTyjw Discussion topic: Scott Kagele (Disneyland Nurse) – https://www.instagram.com/nursesdayatthepark/ https://www.instagram.com/disneylandnurse/
Here is your Daily Disney News for Wednesday, October 30th, 2024 - Disneyland's Critter Country is transforming into Bayou Country with the opening of Tiana's Bayou Adventure in November, inspired by "The Princess and the Frog." - Rumors suggest the Amazing Spider-Man stunt show at Avengers Campus could end in November to make way for new attractions under the DisneylandForward initiative. - Disneyland's holiday season starts on November 15th, with festive decorations and fan-favorite shows running until January 5th, 2025. - Ticket prices for Disneyland and Walt Disney World have increased with a new tiered pricing system, reflecting high demand dynamics. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.
Ooo a canoe episode. For a very special weekend I am having in the park here is a Disneyland canoe episode. Take a paddle and join Seth, Alex, Misty, Sean, Elizabeth and me on the Rivers of America in the only guest powered attraction. Posting from the parks today. Below are some of the regulars on Art Throw Down, Follow all of them on Instagram anyway for great art and postcards in your Instagram feed: Hipstadufus, luluvision, jlynch9923, greenmosspaper, georgemailsart, state_of_the_funyun, RussRomano2021
Here is your Daily Disney News for Sunday, October 13th, 2024 - Critter Country at Disneyland is being transformed into Bayou Country, with Tiana's Bayou Adventure opening on November 15th. - New shops, Ray's Berets and Louis' Critter Club, are coming soon, and the Hungry Bear Restaurant will become the Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree. - At Walt Disney World, preparations are underway for Tropical Storm Milton, with park reservations blocked for October 9th as it may become a major hurricane. - A new lounge at Disneyland Hotel called Broken Spell Lounge remains a mystery with all focus on other park changes. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.
This week, Critter Country is no more, a new kids ticket offer for 2025, Coco and Avatar changes, The Jungle Cruise is back, a Disneyland Hotel lounge has a new name, we finish our conversation with Tonya and Amber, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: It is official: Critter Country is no more. Bayou Country is now the name of the area with Tiana's Bayou Adventure and The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. The display on the balcony above the new Louis' Critter Club has been redecorated to a dressing room with musical instruments and a fan mail box. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ Weeklyteers who will be traveling to Disneyland with kids in early 2025 should take advantage of a new ticket offer. Children ages 3 through 9 can get a ticket for as low as $50 for a one day, one park ticket for visits from January 7th through March 20th. This deal goes on sale October 22nd. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/50-kids-disneyland-ticket-savings-on-hotel-stays/ Some good news for those of you who didn't want Avatar in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot area. Micechat reports that locations for the new Coco and Avatar projects have been in flux. After studying the crowd flow on Pixar Pier, there may not be enough room for an extended queue where the planned Coco attraction would be located. It was suggested to move the Coco attraction to Hollywood Land, which would allow for Monsters, Inc. to be saved as Coco would move into the Hollywood and Dine location. This leaves the Avatar project without a home for now. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ The Jungle Cruise has returned from it's two week refurbishment. We had hoped that the tiger's stone surroundings would have returned, but they have not. However, both African bull elephants are back, the piranhas are functional again, and overall looks in good shape. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ The lounge in the Disneyland Hotel's Fantasyland Tower has a new name! The Broken Spell Lounge is located next to Goofy's Kitchen and has a darker vibe, with forest accents and dark colors. Disney did not announce the name change, or put up a new sign, but they did update the navigational signage around the hotel. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/01/did-disney-just-quietly-change-a-restaurant-name/ While you are stopping into the Market House on Main Street for a morning beverage, be sure to pick up the newest sweet creation. The S'mores Cake Donut has arrived and is made of a graham cracker cake donut, chocolate ganache, and topped with a toasted marshmallow. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ A new Disney Parks cookbook has gone on sale, and to celebrate, Disney has posted the recipe for the Celebration Chocolate Fudge Brownies. These brownies were available at the 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. This recipe has just a few ingredients and looks fun for the whole family to create and eat! – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-celebration-chocolate-fudge-brownie-recipe/ For the select few who will be taking a VIP tour, there are some new exclusive items. A new line of VIP tour merchandise featuring the iconic plaid design is available to guests taking a VIP tour. The new items can only be purchased the day of the tour and are limited to one of each item per guest. There is a spirit jersey, pin and keychain set, lanyard, ornament, Loungefly mini backpack, and, of course, an ear headband. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ When the holidays arrive at the resort, a popular tradition will return to Downtown Disney. The Holiday Gingerbread Workshop has guests of all ages build and decorate a gingerbread house at the Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio. The event is $35 per person and includes unlimited hot chocolate, one assorted mini dessert plate, and a digital photo with Santa. The gingerbread house is an additional $56 per house, with one house per group required, which includes a bag of assorted candies and icing for decorating, plus a limited edition 2024 Jazz Kitchen ornament. The event takes place on December 8th, 14th, and 15th from 12 to 2pm. Tickets go on sale November 6th at 11am Disneyland time. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ SnackChat: Red Rose Taverne – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/red-rose-taverne/menus Discussion Topic: Former Cast Member Tanya
This week's Theme Park News: - Halloween Horror nights in both Hollywood and Orlando kicked off this week, with a highlight being the Mini Puft S'more which is a S'more shaped like the Stay Puft Marshmallow man for Ghostbusters. - Disney announced today that it will debut a new Disney Villains-themed show at Disney's Hollywood Studios next summer, which will take the place of Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy which closed on October 7. The new show themed to the Magic Mirror, the new production "will feature appearances by dozens of the most infamous evildoers, with fiendish foes Cruella de Vil, Captain Hook and Maleficent each breaking through the glass to take the stage in live production numbers," according to Walt Disney World's announcement. - Walt Disney World has revealed that today will be the final day for the virtual queue on its TRON roller coaster at the Magic Kingdom. Tiana's Bayou Adventure and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind are now going to be the only attractions at Walt Disney World with Virtual Queues. - Disney has also confirmed that the construction of the new Avengers attractions will result in "the removal of the backstage Red Car Trolley barn and, as such, we will discontinue operation of the attraction in early 2025" - At Disneyland, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh has re-opened on Thursday as the park's Critter Country land prepares to be transformed into Bayou Country, when Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens in November. - November 15, the date that Tiana's will open will also mark the start of the holiday festivities across Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. This year's festivities inclue the It's a Small World Holiday and Haunted Mansion Holiday overlays, as well as the Christmas Fantasy Parade, as well as the Believe... in Holiday Magic fireworks show. - Universal Orlando have given us more details this week on the Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry ride coming to the Universal Epic Universe park, including our first look at the "Metro-Floo" hallway which is the entry for the ride. - Universal Orlando has announced that Death Eaters will return to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida for select nights starting August 29 and continuing through November 3, as an unofficial part of Halloween Horror Nights. - The Hello Kitty and Friends Cafe and Sanrio Smile Shop opened on Friday at Universal Studios Hollywood's CityWalk. - Warner Bros. Discovery has combined their current Global Themed Entertainment licensing group and the Studio Tours & Retail division into a single unit called the Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences division. It will be overseen by Simon Robinson, Chief Operating Officer of WBD Studio. - Efteling in the Netherlands has announced that a new Aquanura show, which will debut this winter, will feature a new score as well as four new eight-meter "Beacons of Light" around the park's central lagoon.
This week, new locations announced for Downtown Disney, a Halloween tradition expands around the resort, Coco loses some musicians, The Evil Queen has moved in, new characters have arrived in Frontierland, we talk with Disney Author Jen Calonita, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Details of the new shopping space near the Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage have been announced. Coming to the location is Avengers Reserve, a Marvel themed store featuring collectibles, apparel, accessories, toys, and comics. D-Lander Shop will be a boutique celebrating fashions for Disneyland fans with accessories, apparel, and jewelry. Elsewhere in Downtown Disney, Marceline's Confectionary is going to expand and receive a new name. Disney Wonderful World of Sweets. The location will offer all the same goodies as before, but also have freshly made caramel corn! – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/announcing-new-shops-eateries-coming-to-downtown-disney-district/ A Halloween tradition is expanding this year. “Pluto's Pumpkin Pursuit,” which was in Downtown Disney previously, has now expanded into Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. For $9.99, guests get a game board to hunt for pumpkins painted as different characters scattered around the resort. Return with the completed card and get a small Halloween sipper cup. If you would like a pin set of the cups, those can be purchased for $39.99. – https://www.micechat.com/396819-disneyland-update-critter-country-comeback-halloween-magic-labor-day-madness/ The reimagined Coco show in Disney California Adventure premiered last week, with some changes. The show has removed the live musicians, but kept the live singers. It is still a great show, but without the Mariachi Diva's providing live music. Another change has come to the schedule of the Viva Navidad street party. The show will be offered on select days only, not the daily performances as in previous years. – https://www.micechat.com/396819-disneyland-update-critter-country-comeback-halloween-magic-labor-day-madness/ The Evil Queen has moved into the Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. Dressed as the Old Hag, she is creating the poisoned apple from a large cauldron made completely out of food! She is also surrounded by spooky trees and a basket of apples. As usual, there are hidden Mickeys to be found – 13 in all. – https://www.micechat.com/396819-disneyland-update-critter-country-comeback-halloween-magic-labor-day-madness/ Two new characters from Encanto have arrived at Disneyland. Luisa and Isabela, the strong and floral sisters of Mirabel will be meeting and greeting in the El Zocalo Park near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. They will only be here for a limited time, so if you are interested in meeting them, act fast! – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/01/disney-announces-2-new-characters-are-coming-soon/ A large area of the west side of Disneyland has reopened. Critter Country, soon to be Bayou Country has reopened along with The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. The area has been repaved with themed walkway, updated lighting, and an extended section of exterior queue for Winnie the Pooh. – https://www.micechat.com/396819-disneyland-update-critter-country-comeback-halloween-magic-labor-day-madness/ November 15th is a busy day this year! Not only is it the day that Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens, but it is the start of the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort. New this year is Santa Claus is meeting and greeting at the Fantasyland Theatre, new outfits for Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy, Goofy, and Clarabel, and Chip and Dale's Ornament Trail in Downtown Disney. Beginning November 19th, “Goofy's Kitchen Celebrates the Holidays!” premieres at the Disneyland Hotel, and “Mickey's Holiday Pajama Party” at Storytellers Cafe. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/2024-holiday-season-arrives-at-disneyland-resort-november-15/ A couple of updates from around the parks – the Jungle Cruise will undergo a $600,000 refurbishment to fix the tiger scene in the attraction that has been covered for a while now. The refurbishment could also address some other areas of the attraction that need work. There is also a lot of work going on around the Cozy Cones in Cars Land. There is no seating in the area while this work is being done. – https://www.micechat.com/396819-disneyland-update-critter-country-comeback-halloween-magic-labor-day-madness/ SnackChat: Kat Saka's Kettle and Ronto Roasters – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/kat-sakas-kettle/ https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/ronto-roasters/ Discussion Topic: Author Jen Calonita https://www.tiktok.com/@jencalonitaofficial https://www.jencalonitaonline.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jencalonita/ DL Weekly listeners who buy Fairy Godmother (now through Oct 15th), and is in the US, can email Jen through her website and she will send them FG Disney book swag and a personalized bookplate!
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week on Geeks Corner there is a lot of ground to cover during a very warm week! This includes the arrival of characters from Disney's Encanto at Disneyland and the reopening of The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh and Critter Country. A new Carthay Circle Spooky Tree has been revealed and also Inside Out 2 is now available on digital download. After an Indy Cam, the Geeks continue to talk about the new offerings coming to Downtown Disney District and the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort. We hope you enjoy this week's Geeks Corner and join the conversation in the comments below. We'll see you 'round the corner! THE WEEK IN GEEK Luisa Madrigal Joins Mirabel at Disneyland https://dapsmagic.com/2024/09/video-photos-luisa-from-disneys-encanto-joins-mirabel-at-disneyland/ Isabela Madrigal Joins Mirabel at Disneyland https://dapsmagic.com/2024/09/photos-video-isabela-from-disneys-encanto-joins-mirabel-at-disneyland/ The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh and Parts of Critter Country Reopen https://dapsmagic.com/2024/08/the-many-adventures-of-winnie-the-pooh-and-parts-of-critter-country-reopen-at-disneyland/ New Carthay Circle Spooky Tree Flight Revealed https://dapsmagic.com/2024/09/second-edition-of-carthay-circle-spooky-tree-flight-revealed/ Inside Out 2 Now Available for Digital Download https://dapsmagic.com/2024/09/inside-out-2-mr-daps-home-entertainment-review/ New Eateries and Shops Announced for Downtown Disney District https://dapsmagic.com/2024/08/new-eateries-and-shops-announced-for-downtown-disney-district-at-disneyland-resort/ Details For The Holidays at Disneyland Resort Announced https://dapsmagic.com/2024/08/holidays-at-the-disneyland-resort-details-announced/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/geeks/support
This week, new villains have arrived at Oogie Boogie Bash, the story behind the gingerbread house in the Haunted Mansion, some holiday Magic Key perks, some atmosphere might go away forever, we talk about our Disneyland park days at D23, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: We finally have official confirmation of the new villains at this year's Oogie Boogie Bash. Dr. Doofenshmirtz from Phineas and Ferb is meeting and greeting in the Disney Jr. theater, and Hades, replacing Cruella in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot. Dr. Doofenshmirtz has received mixed-to-negative reviews on the look of the face character's execution. - https://www.micechat.com/395538-disneyland-update-construction-tricks-and-halloween-treats/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_otONSuoDo Every holiday season, the culinary team at Disneyland brings us the Haunted Mansion Holiday Gingerbread House. The Disney Parks Blog posted a behind-the-scenes look at what it took this year to bring the gingerbread house to life, and how the design came about. Head on over to the link in our show notes to see all the details. - https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-the-making-of-the-haunted-mansion-holiday-gingerbread-house/ Downtown Disney has some new and relocated decor for the season. Some of the decor from the Mickey and Friends Tram route have come to Downtown Disney. - https://www.micechat.com/395538-disneyland-update-construction-tricks-and-halloween-treats/ Magic Key holders have a lot of perks at the moment for the holidays. A new exclusive trading card will be released each week from August 26th through September 19th on Monday through Thursday. A Magic Shot featuring Yzma from The Emperor's New Groove is by the Matterhorn August 19th through September 14th. Finally, a combo photo op, candy, and commemorative patch featuring Hades is under Silly Symphony Swings during Oogie Boogie Bash. - https://www.micechat.com/395538-disneyland-update-construction-tricks-and-halloween-treats/ https://mouseinfo.com/2024/08/magic-key-perk-all-2024-halloween-time-freebies-purchase-opps-more/#google_vignette Construction will soon begin on the expanded Avengers Campus early next year, so some clearing needs to happen backstage. Unfortunately, one of the (hopefully) temporary casualties of this is the Red Car Trolly. The maintenance barn for the trolly is where the new Avengers Infinity Defense attraction will be constructed, so it needs to be taken down. No word on if the Red Car Trolly will return. - https://www.micechat.com/395538-disneyland-update-construction-tricks-and-halloween-treats/ A missing treat has returned to Disney California Adventure! The Choco Smash Bar was taken off the Pym Test Kitchen menu last year, replaced by the cake version. The candy bar version is back, joining the cake version as an option. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/08/25/a-missing-disney-snack-is-back/ Magic Happens had it's last performance recently, and in it's place is a new offering. The Halloween Cavalcade is a short production with a couple of Main Street vehicles and a float with characters in their Halloween costumes. There are also quite a few walking characters as well. - https://www.micechat.com/395538-disneyland-update-construction-tricks-and-halloween-treats/ Some quick construction updates from around the resort. The Haunted Mansion extended queue is starting to take shape with the main walls of the new section looking pretty far along in construction. The gift shop at the end of the attraction has begun vertical construction. The transformation into Bayou Country from Critter Country is progressing nicely, along with Tiana's Bayou Adventure, which is testing off and on. Finally, the Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree has a new sign and the refurbishment of the dining area looks to be wrapping up. - https://www.micechat.com/395538-disneyland-update-construction-tricks-and-halloween-treats/ https://youtu.be/0jYcPQlCRK0?si=lXt0TI9uAK1ixMzj https://www.micechat.com/383350-disneyland-update-rainy-days-reveals-and-reinventions/ SnackChat: Hungry Bear BBQ Jamboree - https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-hungry-bear-barbecue-jamboree-foodie-guide/ Discussion Topic: D23 Disneyland Park Days
This week, a path has reopened to Batuu, two major attractions will be closing soon, an update to Peter Pan is coming, Halloween is moving in early, updates to the Coco show, a Porto's update, we talk about our final day of D23 plus the Legends Ceremony, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: A main walkway has reopened in Disneyland. The path from Haunted Mansion to Galaxy's Edge has reopened to guests. This also allows the Hungry Bear restrooms to be open to guests again. The path goes through what is now known as Bayou Country, formerly Critter Country. Davy Crocket's Explorer Canoes have also reopened! – https://www.micechat.com/395196-disneyland-news-when-one-path-opens-two-attractions-close/ With the Haunted Mansion welcoming guests again, two more attractions will be going down soon for refurbishment. “it's a small world” will close on September 16th to install the holiday overlay and update lighting and general show maintenance. It will reopen on November 15th for the Holidays. Also on September 16th, the Jungle Cruise will be closing for expected refurbishment and rebuilding the area around the tiger. No reopening date for the Jungle Cruise has been announced at this time. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/08/15/two-disneyland-rides-are-closing-temporarily-soon/ Recently there was an update in Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom to the Peter Pan attraction to update the Never Land tribe scene. The updated scene now depicts brightly colored teepees and a harvest celebration with Tiger Lily and her grandmother performing a traditional Fancy Shawl Butterfly Dance. A similar change has been announced as coming to Disneyland. – https://www.ocregister.com/2024/08/19/disneyland-to-remove-negative-stereotypes-from-peter-pans-flight/ https://www.laughingplace.com/w/disney-parks/disneyland-peter-pans-flight-changes-coming/ It is just past mid-August, and some Halloween touches have appeared around the resort. Late last week, a lot of Buena Vista Street and Cars Land decorations had been put in place for Halloween. By the start of this week, Pumpkin Mickey has been installed on Main Street, and Oogie Boogie has adorned the entrance to Disney California Adventure. – Disneyland Update: Attractions Where? Dare to Scare! BBQ Bear
This week, Genie+ is leaving, the Country Bears are returning to Critter Country, D23 shopping announced, D23 Day at Disneyland details, some new retro Disneyland Hotel merch, we talk to Illustrator Casey Robin, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: The day this episode goes live, Genie+ will be gone in name only. Taking it's place is Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass. Otherwise, the system will continue to work as it has previously. – https://www.micechat.com/392182-disneyland-update-maintenance-boo-hoos-strike-in-view-country-bear-barbecue/ The Hungry Bear Restaurant in Critter Country closed with the rest of the land on July 8th. When it reopens, it will be the Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree. The location will feature the bear's favorite barbecue, with some of the greatest hits from the Country Bears playing in the dining area. The menu and track listing haven't been revealed yet, but we will let you know as soon as it does! – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/07/20/new-restaurant-announced-for-disneyland/#more-956320 https://www.micechat.com/392141-the-bears-are-back-hungry-bear-restaurant-gets-a-country-bear-makeover/ D23 the Official Disney Fan Club has announced the shopping experiences that will be available at the Expo this year. Returning favorites like Mickey's of Glendale, and Mickey's of Glendale Pin Store are returning. New options include The Walt Disney Company Store, with both a Main Store and Pin Store location, and the Disney Studio Store Hollywood. Mobile checkout and virtual queues will be available at select locations, be sure to check out the D23 app for details. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/how-to-shop-at-d23-the-ultimate-disney-fan-event/ A new experience is coming to Disneyland soon. D23 Day at Disneyland will have some limited-time offerings on August 8th. A Disney Jr. Let's Play Party will be held, and while supplies last a limited quantity of complimentary Mickey Mouse ear hats featuring the D23 Day at Disneyland logo will be handed to guests attending. A themed cavalcade will step off at 12:15pm with 23 characters and Disney Legends. There is so much more! Check out the link in our show notes for all the details. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/dont-miss-limited-time-d23-offerings-at-disneyland-resort/ A never before seen character at the Disney parks will be making their debut July 26th! Deadpool will be in Avenger's Campus meeting and greeting guests. He will also debut in Disneyland Paris on July 24th. Disney Parks posted some fun photos previewing the character on their social media accounts. – https://www.facebook.com/share/p/BwMst571bcV8NvZU/ Fans of the retro style of the Disneyland Hotel can now sport it themselves! New merchandise is available at the Fantasia Shop at the Disneyland Hotel. Options include a ringer t-shirt, Spirit Jersey, Tervis Tumbler, and more. – https://wdwnt.com/2024/07/new-retro-disneyland-hotel-merchandise-2024/ Cold brew lovers unite! The Coffee House at the Disneyland Hotel has three new versions on their menu. There is an Irish Cream cold brew, a French Roast cold brew, and a Caramel Mudslide Nitro Cold Brew. Prices range from $6 to $7. – https://wdwnt.com/2024/07/disneyland-hotel-coffee-house-new-cold-brews/ Cast Members have overwhelmingly voted to strike at Disneyland. With 99% of the unionized cast members voted to strike due to unfair labor practices. Four unions representing 14,000 cast members at Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure, Disney hotels, and Downtown Disney were able to vote. Negotiations with Disney will continue this week to see if a strike can be avoided. – https://www.micechat.com/392150-99-of-disneyland-workers-authorize-a-strike/ https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/disneyland-worker-explains-why-she-coworkers-ready-strike-happiest-place-earth/3466153/ The Hearthstone Lounge at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel and Spa has been refreshed. There is new paint in the location, which looks amazing, as well as an updated menu, with artisan pizza, sandwiches and salads, and a selection of appetizers and entrees. There is also breakfast served from 8am-10:30am. – https://www.micechat.com/392182-disneyland-update-maintenance-boo-hoos-strike-in-view-country-bear-barbecue/ More areas of Disneyland are being refreshed. There are walls up in the esplanade where work is being performed on the walkway and bricks. In another #saveteresastrees moment, the trees in these areas have been removed near the turnstiles. There are also walls up near Fantasyland Theater for what we expect is more paving work. – https://www.micechat.com/392182-disneyland-update-maintenance-boo-hoos-strike-in-view-country-bear-barbecue/ Guests supporting a local cause flooded the resort on Sunday. The CHOC Walk, which benefits the Children's Hospital of Orange County, brought in tens of thousands of walkers to raise money by walking a 5k path through both parks. Rare characters, entertainment, and the ability to go backstage were all added perks of this event. – https://www.micechat.com/392182-disneyland-update-maintenance-boo-hoos-strike-in-view-country-bear-barbecue/ SnackChat: Cafe Orleans – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/cafe-orleans Discussion Topic: Casey Robin illustrator and visual development artist
This week, coffee has returned to the Disneyland Hotel, Genie+ is going away – sort of, Oogie Boogie Bash went smooth, Din Tai Fung is officially open, the west side of Disneyland is about to close, Vern and James talk about their Pride Nite experience, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: A popular spot at the Disneyland Hotel has reopened! The Coffee House at the Disneyland Hotel was closed for refurbishment for a couple of months and has returned with a new menu featuring specialty coffees and food items. There is even a $36 Artisanal Cheese and Charcuterie Board! The location is open 6am to 4pm. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/06/28/confirmed-a-disney-hotel-cafe-is-open-now-and-its-got-charcuterie/ Genie+ is going away! Well, sort of. The Genie+ service is being renamed to Lightning Lane Multi Pass, with individual Lightning Lane will become Lightning Lane Singe Pass. At Disneyland, that is all that is changing starting on July 24th. In Walt Disney World, you can make Lightning Lane plans before you are in the parks, choose experiences and times prior to purchase, and book Lightning Lane passes for multiple days at once. – https://www.micechat.com/390400-disneyland-update-crowd-collapse-oogie-observations-a-splashtacular-surprise/ Oogie Boogie Bash tickets went on sale last week and it was surprisingly uneventful for those looking to get tickets. No website issues, and there are still tickets as of this recording to a limited amount of Tuesday evening parties. – https://www.micechat.com/390400-disneyland-update-crowd-collapse-oogie-observations-a-splashtacular-surprise/ As of July 1st, Din Tai Fung is officially open! The new dumpling house has exited soft opening and guests can now make reservations online to dine at the location. Inside, there is a window where you can see the dumplings are being made in a display kitchen, and purchase some exclusive merchandise in the gift shop. Reservations can be booked at the link in our show notes. – https://www.micechat.com/390400-disneyland-update-crowd-collapse-oogie-observations-a-splashtacular-surprise/ https://dintaifungusa.com/us/locations/anaheim.html A quick update on the Portos rumors. In the article that we linked last week about Din Tai Fung opening, there was a paragraph towards the bottom that mentioned that Portos was coming to Downtown Disney. This is a good indication that the restaurant is still planning on coming to the district, at least for now. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/din-tai-fung-opening-plus-more-this-summer-in-downtown-disney-district/ A reminder to guests going to Disneyland after July 8th – a lot of the west side of the park will be closed. The path to Galaxy's Edge will not be accessible, all of Critter Country will be closed, starting at Harbor Galley. Plan accordingly. No word on when this will all reopen to guests. – https://www.micechat.com/390400-disneyland-update-crowd-collapse-oogie-observations-a-splashtacular-surprise/ Weeeklyteers who want to support a good cause while enjoying the Disneyland Resort should sign up for the annual CHOC Walk in the Park, benefitting the Children's Hospital of Orange County. The event is on Sunday, July 21st. The event is a 5K walk through Disneyland and Disney California Adventure will plenty to see and experience before ending in Downtown Disney. Visit the link in our show notes to sign up! – https://www.micechat.com/390400-disneyland-update-crowd-collapse-oogie-observations-a-splashtacular-surprise/ https://www.chocwalk.org/ SnackChat: Churro Talk with Vern Discussion Topic: Vern and James talk Pride Nite – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUeOTYLsGZw&pp=ygUPcHJpZGUgbml0ZSBtdXNl
Hey there! Happy Friday, June 21st, 2024! Here is your daily dose of Disney magic and news. - Disneyland is undergoing a $4.8 million renovation, removing old test turnstiles and introducing new ones at Disney California Adventure Park as part of the DisneylandForward initiative. - New pre-show "The Emotional Rollercoaster" for "World of Color — ONE" featuring "Inside Out 2" characters runs until the movie's release on June 14th. - Starting July 8th, New Orleans Square and Critter Country face closures for construction; Haunted Mansion queue area and bridge to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge impacted, Hungry Bear Restaurant and more will be temporarily closed. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.
Here is your Disney news update for Thursday, June 20th, 2024 - Disneyland Paris ends Disney Dreams! fireworks display as of May 30th, 2024. Look out for new nighttime spectacles like Disney Illuminations and drone shows. - runDisney announces themes for the 2025 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend: Marvel 5K with Groot, Star Wars 10K with Ahsoka Tano, Safari Mickey Half Marathon, and Dumbo Double Dare challenge. - Disneyland Resort refurbishments underway: New Orleans Square upgrades, Critter Country closures, and Splash Mountain's transformation into Tiana's Bayou Adventure. - New Star Wars merchandise launches at Disney Store, featuring items like the C-3PO and R2-D2 Talking Action Figure Set and the Darth Vader Hologram Teddy Bear. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.
This week, we get a sneak preview of Tiana's Bayou Adventure, even more closures around Critter Country, a new security entrance has opened, while new turnstiles have disappeared, we continue our talk about the Disney Cruise James and I took, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Later this month Tiana's Bayou Adventure will open in Walt Disney World. Here at Disneyland, we are still a few months away, with no official date as of the recording of this episode. Disney has released video of the attraction in a few places. – https://www.micechat.com/262305-breaking-news-splash-mountain-to-become-princess-and-the-frog-themed/ Construction in Critter Country will be expanding soon. Currently, Critter Country is partially closed, with Hungry Bear and the path to Galaxy's Edge still open to guests. These two locations will be closed starting July 8th. – https://www.micechat.com/387975-disneyland-news-bayou-preview-new-gates-debut-and-surprise-summertime-closures/ Guests on the Disneyland Hotel side of Downtown Disney have a new entrance to use. The new security checkpoint is located next to Din Tai Fung on the Pixar Place side of the shopping district. The new entrance has a new set of restrooms just inside security on the backside of Din Tai Fung. A new mural is also present near the restrooms featuring concept art reminiscent of Herb Ryman art from the 50s and 60s. – https://www.micechat.com/387975-disneyland-news-bayou-preview-new-gates-debut-and-surprise-summertime-closures/ An interesting development has happened with the new turnstiles at Disney California Adventure. The two new entry systems that had been installed have been removed. No word on if they will come back in the future, if another system will be tested, or if they gave up on a new system for now. – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Too Late to Undo, New Gates Debut, Summertime SNAFU (micechat.com) A new pre-show has come to World of Color this week. The new segment, titled “Emotional Rollercoaster,” plays just before World of Color is to promote the upcoming “Inside Out 2” movie, which premieres on June 14th. The pre-show is expected to run through the rest of Pixar Fest. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/06/02/disney-announced-a-new-inside-out-2-addition-for-a-popular-nighttime-show/#more-941018 A part of Pixar Fest has been discontinued, at least for now. Club Pixar, which was a dance party in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot, had it's last performance on June 2nd. The show had mixed to negative reviews online, with adults and teens feeling it was too childlike, while it was too late for children to take part in. No word on if it is being reworked, or just won't return. – https://www.ocregister.com/2024/06/03/disneyland-closes-club-pixar-dance-party-two-months-early/ https://www.micechat.com/387975-disneyland-news-bayou-preview-new-gates-debut-and-surprise-summertime-closures https://www.instagram.com/reel/C7h0sk4yrQi/?igsh=aWU2czduN2U4M3c2 Weeklyteers who want to visit the parks this summer have a great ticket deal! There are a couple of options available to anyone (not just Southern California residents like in previous years). A 3 day, one park per day ticket for $249 for adults, good Monday through Thursday from June 10th through September 26th. Genie+, park hopping, and weekend access can be added for additional fees. See the link for the breakdown of ticket prices. – https://www.micechat.com/387697-disneyland-travel-deals-for-summer-2024/ Disneyland race weekend is still 8 months away, but we already have some news! The themes of the 2025 half marathon weekend, which is scheduled for January 30th through February 2nd, 2025, have been announced. The Disneyland 5K will be themed to Marvel. The 10K will be themed to Star Wars, with the half marathon themed to Safari Mickey. Registration for the runDisney events start June 11th for Club runDisney Gold and Platinum members, and June 18th for the general public. For all the details, visit the link. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/05/31/alert-themes-revealed-for-one-of-rundisneys-most-popular-events-in-2025/#more-940470 SnackChat: Pride Month Foodie Guide – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/05/disney-eats-pride-month-foodie-guide-2024/ New brunch option in DTD – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/05/30/alert-a-new-disney-brunch-option-just-arrived-and-its-got-fancy-waffles/#more-940297 Discussion Topic: Tage and James's Disney Cruise!
This week, an iconic Disney Legend is gone, honoring those who are missing for memorial day, construction in Downtown Disney is coming along, Fantasmic! has returned, we talk to Tage and James about their transatlantic Disney Cruise and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: An iconic Disney Legend passed away this week. Richard M. Sherman, half of the legendary Sherman Brothers, responsible for music from Mary Poppins, The Jungle Book, it's a small world, and more, passed away on May 24th. The Sherman brothers have a window on Main Street at the Music Shop. – https://www.micechat.com/387679-remembering-disney-legend-richard-m-sherman/ Weeklyteers in the parks on Memorial Day may have seen something different and wondered what it was all about. At Tiana's Palace and Blue Bayou there were hero tables setup to honor missing heroes. They had a slice of lemon on the bread plate to remind us of the bitter fate of those who will never return, a pinch of salt symbolizing the tears endured by those who sacrificed all, an inverted glass for those who cannot toast with us, and an empty chair, representing a seat that remains unclaimed at the table. – https://wdwnt.com/2024/05/disneyland-memorial-day-missing-hero-tables/ Construction in Downtown Disney is coming along nicely. On the west end of the shopping district, the future security area is nearing completion, along with Din Tai Fung. Parkside Market is still a ways away from being complete, but is making quick progress. – https://www.micechat.com/387375-disneyland-update-beautiful-fantasies-overwhelming-nightmares/ An entire area in Disneyland is undergoing work from the ground up! Critter Country, which closed a few weeks ago, has had it's walkways torn up, and there is a lot of work being done. The reopeneing date of the land has been pushed back “to be announced.” – https://www.micechat.com/387375-disneyland-update-beautiful-fantasies-overwhelming-nightmares/ A new droid has come to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge to narrate the Season of the Force version of the fireworks. “Fire of the Rising Moons” debuted as an alternative musical score for the nightly fireworks in Batuu. An R-1 droid named Bard has now arrived to accompany the display with a narrative. Bard and the “Fire of the Rising Moons” show will continue after Season of the Force on nights with fireworks. – https://www.micechat.com/387375-disneyland-update-beautiful-fantasies-overwhelming-nightmares/ The Matterhorn is turning 65 this year, and Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar is getting in on the celebration. Starting June 1, Trader Sam's will offer a coconut-pineapple Dole Whip, wish a coconut shaving topping and blue and silver edible glitter mixed in. It will come in a special souvenir cup decorated with images of the Matterhorn. – https://www.micechat.com/387375-disneyland-update-beautiful-fantasies-overwhelming-nightmares/ Weeklyteers staying at the Pixar Place Hotel in the concierge level now have a place to hang out. The Club Level Concierge Lounge – named the Creators Club – has opened at the hotel. The lounge offers continental breakfast, wine and cheese receptions, beer, sparkling wine, hot bites, and desserts in the evening. A dedicated team of Cast Members are on hand to assist guests. – https://www.micechat.com/387375-disneyland-update-beautiful-fantasies-overwhelming-nightmares/ The Disneyland Fire Department was at the Mickey and Friends parking structure last week, but not for a fire. A pop-up experience from the department was open near the security line for guests to learn how to use a fire extinguisher. Participants would receive a button, sticker, and coloring page. – https://www.micechat.com/387375-disneyland-update-beautiful-fantasies-overwhelming-nightmares/ Fantasmic! Returns! – https://www.micechat.com/387375-disneyland-update-beautiful-fantasies-overwhelming-nightmares/ SnackChat: Pride Nite Dining packages announced – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/pride-nite-dining-packages/ If you like the 7 Greens Gumbo with Chicken and Andouille Sausage from Tiana's Palace, then you are in luck! The Disney Parks Blog released the recipe from Disneyland for the dish. There are quite a lot of ingredients in this dish, which help give it all the flavor. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/05/disney-eats-7-greens-gumbo-with-chicken-andouille-sausage-recipe-from-tianas-palace/ Discussion Topic: Tage and James's Disney Cruise!
Enter the turnstiles past around 10pm and be welcomed by the Disneyland Railroad bell as you begin your full walking tour of Disneyland from East to West.Worth noting that Critter Country is completely closed with Splash Mountain finalizing it's conversion to Tiana's Bayou Adventure. I was however to get some sounds from Hungry Bear with some BGM I actually didn't know existed. Can you spot it?Haunted Mansion and the large tree canopied space out front remains closed as they reimagine the queue and space between Mansion and Tiana's Palace.Audio recorded on Friday 5/10/2024 around 10PM. --------------------Donate to the Show:Help keep Park Sensory going with a one-time donation. Your support goes a long way.Interact:Email - podcast@offharborandmain.comTwitter/X - @Park_SensoryInstagram - @offharborYouTube - Off Harbor & MainFacebook - Off Harbor & MainWebsite - OffHarborAndMain.com
Welcome to the fifth episode of our music series for 2024. Throughout the year, we will be taking you on an audio tour of Disneyland spanning 10 episodes. Each episode will feature one of the many themed areas found within the happiest place on earth.Our fifth episode of this series will represent the northwestern territory of the park formerly known as the Indian Village, later known as Bear County and currently the home of Critter Country. Your audio tour will include performances by live Disneyland musical groups, original show and attraction soundtracks, background music, rare archival audio, and exclusive audio ride-through reenactments of favorite Disneyland adventures. Download (right click / save as)Visit our on-line store for exclusive Jiminy Crickets and DisneyChris Website Merch!!!! https://jcpodcast.threadless.com/ If you would like to help support the Jiminy Crickets podcasts and DisneyChris.com - Please consider becoming a Patreon Subscriber and receive exclusive rewards every month. https://www.patreon.com/DisneyChris
Nestled amidst the towering trees at the edge of Disneyland lies Critter Country, a haven of charm and tranquility. Embark on a whimsical respite through the Hundred Acre Wood near the The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. As you emerge from just jumping out of your honey pots from the attraction, bask in the serenity of a small waterfall nearby and a gentle stream, the perfect spot to steal a quiet moment before continuing your magical day at Disneyland.Enjoy your moment of relaxing your feet as you re-energize for your day.Audio recorded on Saturday 4/6/24 at 7:30pm. --------------------Donate to the Show:Help keep Park Sensory going with a one-time donation. Your support goes a long way.Interact:Email - podcast@offharborandmain.comTwitter - @Park_SensoryInstagram - @offharborYouTube - Off Harbor & MainFacebook - Off Harbor & MainWebsite - OffHarborAndMain.com
In this episode, Michael and Craig discuss the history of Splash Mountain from its origins to the end of the attraction at the domestic Disney parks.Links:Michael's Disneyland History SegmentsImportant DIS links and more information!Connecting with Walt on TwitterBooks/Magazines:Who's Afraid of the Song of the South and other Forbidden Disney Stories by Jim KorkisWebsites/Articles:The Complete History of Splash Mountain at Disney Parks by Tom CorlessA Brief History of Disney: Splash Mountain by Zoe WoodThe Iconic Legacy of Splash Mountain by DomThe Disney Wiki: Splash MountainFrom Bear Country to Critter Country, Disney's Opening of Splash Mountain for The Disney ClassicsThe Complicated History of Disneyland's Splash Mountain and Song of the South by Dirk LibbeyA Brief and Incomplete History of Splash Mountain for WDW Magic.comThe Story of the Br'er Critters by Sasha ColesJoel Chandler Harris for the New Georgia EncyclopediaThe Wild History of Splash Mountain by C.Z. Anderson Video: The Theme Park History of Splash Mountain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to another episode of Market House! This week we share the latest Disney news, including the Critter Country re-theme, Disney Cruise Line's new ship announcement, and more! For our main segment, we give you our top reasons to book a Disneyland vacation in 2024. It's easy to focus on all of the negatives taking place at the parks right now... we thought it was perfect timing to talk about all of the reasons we continue to visit Disneyland! What are your main reasons for visiting the parks? Why do you love Disneyland? Share it with us over on Instagram! We have a Patreon! Support the show and receive exclusive content, here! Follow us on Instagram @MarketHousePodcast Check out our website, here! Make sure to leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify! It's a great way to support the show. Use code MarketHouse10 to save $10 on your next Southern California vacation package with Get Away Today!
- Walt Disney World has announced the that the final pieces of the Epcot's transformation - CommuniCore Hall and the CommuniCore Plaza stage - will open June 10. CommuniCore Hall will house the Mickey & Friends character greeting as well as being used as flex space for EPCOT's various festivals and celebrations. The CommuniCore Plaza stage will first feature ¡Celebración Encanto!, a new sing-along stage show featuring the characters from Disney Animation's "Encanto," including Mirabel and Bruno. - Also at WDW, a new drone show Disney Dreams That Soar will run nightly from May 24 through September 2 in the skies above Disney Springs. - Legoland California have opened their new Dino Valley land. Featuring very colourful Lego Dinosaur models that now feature in the two re-themed rides Explorer River Quest and Duplo Little Dino Trail. - Europa Park have announced that Voltron Nevera powered by Rimac will open officially on April 26. The Mack Rides Stryker coaster features 7 inversions, 4 launches, and what the park is calling the steepest launch in the world, at 105 degrees. Themed to the experiments of Nikola Tesla, the coaster will anchor the park's new Croatia-themed land. - Universal Orlando's new Epic Universe theme park has started testing it's Starfall Racers trains testing on the coaster's track this week, as shown on local Orlando television. Epic Universe opens in 2025. - Disneyland have given more details about their "all-new experience" of fireworks from inside Galaxy's Edge as part of their Season of the Force event from April 5 through June 2. Disneyland will recast its fireworks experience as "Fire of the Rising Moons." Guests will hear the fireworks accompanied by music from John Williams' Star Wars film scores. - The resort also announced that Critter Country will close at Disneyland on May 1, as the park prepares the land for the opening of Tiana's Bayou Adventure. This work will include re-themeing two of the retail locations to Princess and the Frog, and also widening and improving pathways in that section of the park. - Mattel and its partners have announced a second Mattel Adventure Park, coming to the Kansas City area in 2026, even before the first park in Arizona has opened. The Kansas city park is due to break ground later this year. The Arizona park is set to open Late this year. - The Mall of America is opening a new Avatar ride. Avatar: The Last Airbender that is. The new aerial carousel ride is called, Fly with Appa, where you ride on the Sky Bison from the Nickelodeon animated series. It is part of Mall of America's Nickelodeon Universe. - Qiddiya Investment Company has signed a deal with Toei Animation to license the Dragon Ball franchise for a new theme park at the Qiddiya City development in Saudi Arabia.
This week, Pixar Fest details have been announced, Tiana's Bayou Adventure is showing real progress, an entire land is closing, a surprise encounter happened for guests at Soarin', new CEO possibilities, we talk about all the D23 Expo 2024 details, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: We know a lot more about some things coming to Pixar Fest this summer. A new Club Pixar nighttime party will take place in the Hollywood Backlot in Disney California Adventure, the Pixar Pals Playtime Party will debut at the Fantasyland Theatre, Pixar-themed food and marketplaces will be available, and of course lots of merchandise options. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/03/10-things-you-need-to-know-about-pixar-fest-at-disneyland/ https://www.micechat.com/374996-save-the-date-disneyland-announces-the-full-slate-of-events-for-2024/ Tiana's Bayou Adventure is moving right along and is looking closer and closer to completion! This week, plants and flowers appeared on the mountain, making it look more alive and inviting. This is just the first step towards completion, but it is nice to see from the outside. – https://www.micechat.com/382454-disneyland-update-new-gates-blooming-bayou-pink-trees/ An entire land is closing soon for a bit. May 1st, Critter Country will temporarily close to make room for the completion of Tiana's Bayou Adventure, along with the conversion of two existing locations into the Tiana theme. Louis' Critter Club will take over the left side of Pooh Corner, and Ray's Berets will replace The Briar Patch. Both locations seem to be keeping the same kinds of merchandise as before, just changing theming. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/03/disneyland-announces-2-shops-inspired-by-the-princess-and-the-frog/?CMP=SOC-DPFY24Q2wo0307240001F A once in a lifetime experience happened for guests boarding Soarin' Over California. Chief Flight Attendant Patrick, portrayed by Patrick Warburton, surprised guests dressed as his safety spiel character. He alluded to his other notable Disney character, Kronk from the Emperor's New Groove. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/03/disneys-soarin-star-patrick-warburton-surprises-fans-at-ride/ Toontown is getting a new popcorn bucket featuring one of the cutest characters in Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway. Chuby is the name of the bird featured at the end of the attraction and is now a fun food container! The new popcorn bucket will be available at the Toontown popcorn cart. – https://www.micechat.com/382454-disneyland-update-new-gates-blooming-bayou-pink-trees/ One of our favorite locations in Downtown Disney is closed for an extended refurbishment. WonderGround Gallery is closed until “next winter” according to the Disneyland website. Some of the artwork is still available for purchase at DisneyHome next door. – WonderGround Gallery in Downtown Disney District Closed for Extended Refurbishment – WDW News Today (wdwnt.com) According to Bloomberg, there are a few candidates being considered to take over the CEO role at Disney in the future. Dana Walden, the Co-Chairman of Disney Entertainment, Josh D'Amaro, Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products, Alan Bergman, Co-Chairman of Disney Entertainment, and Jimmy Pitaro, Chairman of ESPN and Sports Content. Disney may appoint a CEO or President before Iger exits again, but it is not expected to be chosen in 2024. – https://wdwnt.com/2024/03/reports-indicate-four-disney-executives-are-top-picks-to-succeed-bob-iger-as-ceo/ A space visitor from the east coast has made his way to Disneyland. Astronaut Mickey has landed in Tomorrowland “walking” up the support column for the DVC kiosk. Mickey is sporting a new outfit than in Epcot to better match the theming of Tomorrowland. – https://wdwnt.com/2024/03/astronaut-mickey-figure-from-epcot-appears-at-disneyland/ SnackChat: Easter foodie guide – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/03/disney-eats-foodie-guide-to-easter-treats-2024/ Discussion Topic: D23 Expo Details https://d23.com/everything-just-announced-about-d23-the-ultimate-disney-fan-event/ https://thewaltdisneycompany.com/d23-2024-disney-legends-award-honorees/ Overview – Everything Just Announced About D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event – D23 Legends – D23 Announces Extraordinary Line Up of 2024 Disney Legends Award Honorees – The Walt Disney Company https://thewaltdisneycompany.com/why-d23-the-ultimate-disney-fan-event-will-be-more-expansive-and-more-immersive-than-ever/ https://wdwnt.com/2024/03/2024-disney-legends-announced-including-joe-rohde-angela-bassett-harrison-ford-and-more/ https://ultimatefanevent.d23.com/assets/D23_The_Ultimate_Disney_Fan_Event_2024_Honda_Center_Seating.pdf https://ultimatefanevent.d23.com/tickets
Sean and Bryan discuss Pixar Fest, the Easter foodie guide, a celebrity sighting, and updates to Critter Country! Interested in going to FanX? Get 15% off your tickets by using promo code MAINSTREET at https://checkout.conventions.leapevent.tech/eh/FanX_Salt_Lake_Comic_Convention_2024/52409 We have new merch! Buy now at: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/word-on-the-main-street-podcast?ref_id=26007 We have sponsors: Get Away Today! Use our referral link to get $10 off any 2+ night Southern California package! www.getawaytoday.com?referrerid=7479 or use promo code mainstreetpod10 All Enchanting Ears Use promo code WOTMS10 for 10% off ANY purchase! www.allenchantingears.com Buy us a churro! www.buymeacoffee.com/wotms Contact the hosts: Voicemail: 801.923.2455 Sean - sean.wotms@gmail.com Bryan - bryan.wotms@gmail.com
Welcome to Geeks Corner! On this week's episode, Mr. Daps shares about his experience at the media preview for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event and answers questions. Throughout the course of the episode, the Geeks also chat about Pixar Fest, CHOC Walk, two Princess Tiana-themed shops in Critter County, and The Acolyte! We hope you enjoy this week's episode of Geeks Corner! Join the conversation in the comments below. We'll see you 'round the corner! THE WEEK IN GEEK CHOC Walk Season Kicks Off at Disneyland Hotel Event https://dapsmagic.com/2024/03/choc-walk-season-kicks-off-at-disneyland-hotel-special-event-ahead-of-day-at-disneyland-resort-to-support-choc/ D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Guide https://dapsmagic.com/2024/03/guide-everything-you-need-to-know-about-d23-the-ultimate-disney-fan-event/ 2024 Disney Legends Honorees Announced https://dapsmagic.com/2024/03/disney-announces-disney-legends-class-of-2024/ Two New Princess Tiana-Themed Shops Coming to Critter Country at Disneyland https://dapsmagic.com/2024/03/two-new-princess-tiana-themed-shops-coming-to-disneylands-critter-country/ GUIDE: Pixar Fest at the Disneyland Resort https://dapsmagic.com/2024/03/guide-2024-pixar-fest-at-the-disneyland-resort/ Trailer Released for ‘The Acolyte' Ahead of June Arrival on Disney+ https://dapsmagic.com/2024/03/trailer-released-for-the-acolyte-ahead-of-june-arrival-on-disney/ Introducing the Characters of ‘The Acolyte' https://dapsmagic.com/2024/03/introducing-the-characters-of-the-acolyte/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/geeks/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/geeks/support
This week, Easter has come to the resort in a number of ways, some hot items have moved to mobile order, new PhotoPass costumes, along with new ways to use PhotoPass, we talk with Teresa about her trip to Florida, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: Almost as much of a tradition at Disneyland as the Candy Canes at Christmas are the Easter Eggs! This year, instead of guests lining up to get one, they are sold through mobile order only. Mobile ordering opens up around park opening time, so be sure to check a little early if you want to be sure to snag this treat. They are for sale on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday for $14.99 each. – https://www.micechat.com/381195-disneyland-update-balancing-magic-with-reality-spring-surprises-disappointments/ One of our favorite Easter traditions is happening again this year, with a slight twist. The Eggstraviganza is back for guests to test their skills finding Disney character themed eggs throughout the resort. This year, the prize that you collect at the end is not an egg like in years past, but an egg-shaped character charm. To get a map and participate is just $9.99. – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Balancing Magic with Reality – Spring Surprises & Disappointments (micechat.com) The newish must-have treat at Harbor Galley is now on mobile order. The fresh baked chocolate chip cookies can now be ordered, bypassing the long line that forms for these warm treats. The cookies are still available for walk up order as well. Get in on the mobile order early, as on busy days, mobile order slots go quick! – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Balancing Magic with Reality – Spring Surprises & Disappointments (micechat.com) New PhotoPass Costumes have arrived at the resort! The new outfits are more breathable than the previous version. As with many of the costumes for cast members recently, there are options for the photographers to choose from. There are a variety of hats, jackets, and vests. – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Balancing Magic with Reality – Spring Surprises & Disappointments (micechat.com) https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/03/04/first-look-at-new-disney-cast-member-costumes/#more-913347 A new PhotoPass option has come to the resort that could be a lot of fun for guests! The “photo safari” is a PhotoPass option where guest line up on the Frontierland bridge and wait for a PhotoPass photographer. Your group then gets the photographer for 10-15 minutes for no additional charge. The PhotoPass cast member will take you anywhere you want to go in Adventureland, Frontierland, or nearby Fantasyland to take multiple photos. – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Balancing Magic with Reality – Spring Surprises & Disappointments (micechat.com) An annual tradition is coming back to the parks on July 21st this year. The annual Children's Hospital of Orange County – or CHOC – walk is a charity walk that has been taking place at the resort for the last 32 years. The event was moved to July to better allow teams of families be able to participate while not missing school, or back to school events. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/02/29/you-can-take-part-in-a-disney-tradition-this-year-find-out-how/#more-911746 More construction has happened between New Orleans Square and Critter Country. The Haunted Mansion queue expansion and Tiana's Bayou Adventure are both going full steam ahead. {talk about the changes/updates} – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Balancing Magic with Reality – Spring Surprises & Disappointments (micechat.com) SnackChat: St Patrick's Day Foodie guide – Disney Eats: Foodie Guide to St. Patrick's Day 2024 | Disney Parks Blog (go.com) Discussion Topic: Teresa and Vern's time in Walt Disney World
On this brief walk around Disneyland we start just before The Hub to listen to the opening announcement, walk through Frontierland to a super quiet New Orleans Square and into Galaxy's Edge. I then discover Rise of the Resistance has a delayed open so I retreat back to New Orleans Square.A lot of this walk had no ambiance beyond people talking in the background. I cut out most of it, but some of the peaceful, more silent parts were left while I hung around Galaxy's Edge entrance from Critter Country.Audio recorded 1/28/24 at 8:00AM --------------------Donate:Help keep Park Sensory going with a one-time donation. Your support goes a long way.Interact:Email - podcast@offharborandmain.comTwitter - @Park_SensoryInstagram - @offharborYouTube - Off Harbor & MainFacebook - Off Harbor & MainWebsite - OffHarborAndMain.com
This week, DisneylandForward moves… forward, a giant new addition to the Grand Californian for Lunar New Year, a new treat at Rancho del Zocalo, Haunted Mansion construction shocker, we talk about our trip to the Disney100 Exhibition in Chicago, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: The future of the Disneyland Resort has taken another step forward last week. DisneylandForward had a workshop with the Anaheim City Council where some more details were laid out. Disney proposes to invest $1.9 billion on attractions, entertainment, lodging, and retail within 10 years of approval, along with up to $90 million to update city streets and improve streets near the parks. $30 million will be used over five years for affordable housing, $8 million for Anaheim park improvements in the first year, and funding of worker education, development, and recruiting programs. The next steps are a planning commission workshop in February, with a hearing in March, and a City Council hearing in May. – DisneylandForward ➡ Charting The Course For Future Adventures! (micechat.com) For new things to happen, we have to say goodbye to some old things. Over at the Haunted Mansion, walls are up from Tiana's Palace all the way to Critter Country for construction of the expanded queue and Tiana's Bayou Adventure. Trees have been cut down in front of the New Orleans Square train station, between Tiana's Palace and the Haunted Mansion. This is to make way for the reimagined queue and park space that will be located in this space when construction is complete. – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Haunted Mansion Shocker, New Celebrations & Massive Construction! (micechat.com) The Year of the Dragon is upon us and the Lunar New Year festival has some merch for this year. Of course there are some Lunar New Year Minnie Ears for $34.99, a Lunar New Year Spirit Jersey for $79.99 for adults, and a child size for $64.99. Other items include a pull over sweatshirt, t-shirt, Mickey plush, cards, and more. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/01/24/all-the-2024-lunar-new-year-festival-merchandise-at-disneyland-resort/ The Grand Californian goes all out for the holidays, adding some new touches for Lunar New Year. A new, giant dragon kite, spanning 80 feet long, has been hung in the lobby. A smaller Lunar New Year display is also there with different dolls reminiscent of the dolls in “it's a small world.” There is also an area for a photo op. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/01/28/this-80-foot-long-dragon-is-the-best-disney-hotel-decoration-weve-ever-seen/ https://www.micechat.com/378728-disneyland-update-haunted-mansion-shocker-new-celebrations-massive-construction/ January 29th is Ahsoka Tano Day. To celebrate, Ashley Eckstein, the voice of the character, along with Bret Ewan, the voice of Mickey Mouse and graphic artist, were on hand for the launch of the new “I am no Jedi” collection the duo created together. There was a meet and greet event and then a lightsaber meetup in Star Wars Galaxy's Edge in the evening. – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Haunted Mansion Shocker, New Celebrations & Massive Construction! (micechat.com) A new treat has come to Rancho del Zocalo. The Mickey-shaped Churro Cream Puff is a cream puff filled with cinnamon pastry cream, and topped with cinnamon craquelin and cinnamon sugar. It tastes like a churro and is pretty light even with all the cream inside. If this sounds tasty to you, pick one up for $7.99. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/01/27/review-we-tried-a-mickey-shaped-churro-cream-puff-and-well-never-look-at-pastries-the-same-way-again/ Apparently the Disney100 celebration at Disneyland has concluded. All of the Disney100 decorations in Downtown Disney have been removed. Over by the old ESPN Zone building, a new retro Downtown Disney photo op has been setup. – https://www.micechat.com/378728-disneyland-update-haunted-mansion-shocker-new-celebrations-massive-construction/ The Pixar Place Hotel had it's grand reopening the day we record the podcast. The new lobby icon of the Pixar Ball with Luxo Jr. on top looks great, along with the other touches scattered about the hotel. Outside, a new lighting package has been installed that give the hotel a pop of Pixar color at night! – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/01/30/disneys-new-pixar-place-hotel-is-now-open/ Snack Chat: February is Black History Month, which can only mean one thing: Celebrate Soulfully is back at Disneyland! The Disney Parks Blog released the Foodie Guide for the event. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/01/disney-eats-foodie-guide-to-celebrate-soulfully-2024/ Did you know that January is National Soup Month? How about that February 4th is National Homemade Soup Day? Well, the Disney Parks Blog posted 7 soup recipes that you can make at home from the parks, hotels, and cruise line. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/01/disney-eats-warm-up-with-7-soup-recipes/ Discussion Topic: Disney100 Exhibit in Chicago – https://disney100exhibit.com/chicago/
The trend continues as guests of Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party will find a wide range of food and drink options like never before. We share our top picks, plus a sneak peak at the Disney World hotel gingerbread displays, including a brand new one for 2023!Top Picks for Food and Drink at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2023Foodie Guide to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2023Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is back at Magic Kingdom Park from November 9, 2023 through January 1, 2024. This year there's an all-new lineup of food and drinks to put you in the Christmas holiday spirit. You can't eat them all, so we highlight our top picks for must-try Christmas Party food and drink.Auntie Gravity's Galactic Goodies Reindeer Chow Sundae: Chocolate soft-serve, pretzels, cereal, M&M's, and hot fudge (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and regular park hours) Lump of Coal in your Stocking: Cookies 'n cream milk shake with whipped cream, cookies 'n cream crumbles, and chocolate doughnut hole (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) Casey's CornerCandy Cane Tart: Chocolate tart filled with peppermint ganache and topped with festive merengue (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) Cool Ship Magic Holiday Tree: Coconut, pecans, and M&M's on a graham cracker crust (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe Holiday Pot Roast Melt: Slow-cooked beef on thick toast with cheddar and provolone cheese and beef gravy (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) > Mike's Pick Holiday Turkey Burger: Turkey burger topped with traditional stuffing, provolone cheese, and cranberry chutney on a brioche bun (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) Christmas Cookie Cake: Christmas cookie cake roll with buttercream and topped with holiday sprinkles (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) The Friar's Nook Holiday Ham Fried Pie: Flaky pastry with baked ham, candied sweet potatoes, and spiced pecans served with pineapple glaze (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) > Mike's Pick Italian Beef Tots: Tots covered in slow-cooked beef, cheese curds, zesty giardiniera, and pot roast gravy (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) Peppermint Snowman: Chocolate brownie topped with cookies 'n cream peppermint mousse (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) Winter Milk Shake: Creamy coconut milk shake with whipped cream, toasted coconut, cinnamon, and crisp pearls (Non-alcoholic) (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) Golden Oak Outpost Orange Gingerbread Shake: Orange cream slushy with gingerbread cookie crumbles and whipped cream, gingerbread spice (Non-alcoholic) (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) Gingerbread Cake layered with cream cheese frosting and dulce de leche ganache topped with a gingerbread man chocolate piece (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) > Mike's Pick Main Street Bakery Minnie-shaped Cinnamon Roll: topped with red icing, holiday sprinkles, and a chocolate bow (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and regular park hours) Letter To Santa: Flourless chocolate cake, hot cocoa mousse, and marshmallows topped with chocolate pieces (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe Chicken Tamale served "Christmas-style" with mild red chile and green chile-pumpkin seed sauces, cilantro rice, pinto beans, and queso fresco (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) Chocolate Eggnog Reindeer: Chocolate tart topped with eggnog mousse and chocolate antlers (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) Orange-Cranberry Pineapple Punch with a hint of "smoke" from the fireplace (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) > Mike's Pick Plaza Ice Cream Parlor Peppermint Brownie Sundae: Peppermint ice cream, hot fudge and candy cane sprinkles served on a brownie (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and regular park hours) Sleepy Hollow Refreshments Holiday Waffle Sundae: House-made red velvet waffle topped with M&M's, peppermint ice cream, and hot fudge (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) Milk and Cookies for Santa: Brown sugar cookie cake with chocolate chip cookie dough mousse, milk mousse, and chocolate chip cookies (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) Storybook TreatsSugar Plum Sundae: Sugar plum soft-serve atop sugar cookie crumbs and topped with whipped cream, crisp pearls, and cotton candy (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) Sunshine Tree Terrace Santa's Belt Buckle: Pistachio mousse with a dark chocolate truffle center and a chocolate buckle (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party only) Cranberry Citrus Float with Orange-Vanilla Soft-serve Twist: with Sprite Winter Spiced Cranberry and fruity boba pearls (Non-alcoholic) (New) (MVMCP and regular park hours) Outdoor Vending Locations Near Cinderella Castle Red Velvet Wreath: Doughnut topped with buttercream and holiday sprinkles (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and regular park hours) Hot Cocoa Churro: Churro rolled in hot cocoa powder and topped with marshmallows and peppermint candy pieces (New) (Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and regular park hours) -- Gingerbread Displays at Walt Disney World 2023 Back for its 24th year is the Disney's Grand Floridian life-sized Gingerbread House, from November 8, 2023 to January 1, 2024.Grand Floridian Gingerbread Menu Freshly baked Gingerbread Mickeys and Shingles, Stollen Bread, Brownie Christmas Tree, and Gingersnap Cookies House-made Gingerbread Ornaments and Gingerbread Houses Assorted Gingerbread Cookie Bags, Marshmallow Pops, and Milk Chocolate Pecan Fudge Grand Floridian Combo Box featuring assorted fan favorite treats, including the cookies n' cream Christmas Tree, exclusive to this box Plant-based, no sugar added, and gluten-friendly options Yacht Club Resort Gingerbread New this year is the Lighthouse at Disney's Yacht Club Resort. This creation was made from the actual blueprints from the lighthouse located outside the resort along Crescent Lake. Treats sold at the Holiday Pop Up Shop include the new Lighthouse Fudge, which is a nod to this new offering.Beach Club Resort Gingerbread At Disney's Beach Club Resort the classic Holiday Carousel gingerbread display is back. It been at the resort for 22 years. This year's gingerbread offering is inspired by Ducktales, with the horses themed after Donald Duck and his nephews, Huey, Duey, and Louie. There are 22 hidden Mickeys in the display.Beach Club Gingerbread Menu Signature Stollen Bread Lighthouse Fudge Mickey Snowman Pop Crispy Rice Treat Peppermint Bark Gingerbread Shingle Hot Chocolate Flight Hot Chocolate Disney's BoardWalk InnAt Disney's BoardWalk Inn from November 17 to December 27 there's a mini version of favorite spots found on the BoardWalk. BoardWalk Gingerbread Menu Mickey and Minnie Sugar Cookies Mickey Caramel Corn Cookie Christmas Tree Pop Peppermint Bark Gingerbread Shingles Gluten/ Wheat-Friendly and Plant-based Gingerbread Shingles Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge In the Jambo House lobby from November 22 to December 31, the tradition continues with a life-size baby gingerbread giraffe and baby zebra. The giraffe stands nearly 7 feet tall. Here you can buy treats including a Gingeraffe Cookie, Hot Cocoa Flight, and beer, wine, and cocktails.Disney's Contemporary Resort The Contemporary gingerbread display is back for its 12th year. It is on the fourth floor (same floor as the shops and Chef Mickey's) from November 10 to January 6, 2024. This year's version is Mary Blair-inspired with a 100th Celebration-themed castle display. It stands over 17 feet tall. If you like to search for Hidden Mickeys, then here be sure to search for the 12 hidden five-legged goats.Contemporary Gingerbread Menu Gingerbread Castle Brick Paint Your Own Cookie Bo Hot Chocolate Caramel Fudge Chocolate Peppermint Cookie Pistachio Linzer Cookie 5-Legged Goat Cookie Gluten/Wheat Friendly Gingerbread Cookie Gingerbread Latte Cupcake Christmas Tree Butter Cookie Frozen Hot Chocolate (Also available with Peppermint Schnapps) Frozen Apple Cider (Also available with Fireball Cinnamon Whisky floater) Finally, there's one gingerbread display of note at The American Adventure in EPCOT. From November 24 to December 30, this display recreates classic American monuments with gingerbread versions of the Lincoln Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, The American Adventure building with Regal Eagle Smokehouse and even a Festival Marketplace. There are six Hidden Mickeys here. --Foodie Guide to Holidays at the Disneyland Resort 2023Disneyland is kicking off its holiday festivities from November 10, 2023 through Januar 7, 2024 and they're not letting Walt Disney World steal the show when it comes to festive food and drinks. The complete Disneyland Christmas Holiday foodie guide, including our top picks from what's new.Disneyland Park Alien Pizza Planet (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9; mobile order available)Santa Alien Macaron: macaron filled with marshmallow cream and chocolate ganacheBengal Barbecue (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Jingle Julep: Frozen white-hot chocolate, cookie butter drizzle, cocoa-dusted, finished with a pretzel rodBlue Bayou Restaurant (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7)Classic Christmas Chocolate Decadence Tart: Dark chocolate coffee custard with a chocolate cookie crust, and holiday decorations (New) Galactic Grill (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9; mobile order available) Hyperdrive Holiday Chicken Sandwich: Fried chicken sandwich with cranberry-orange marmalade BBQ sauce, provolone, onion rings, and arugula on a toasted brioche bun (New) Orange Cranberry Parfait: Orange-cranberry cake with cream cheese icing topped with an orange cream-filled cream puff, dried cranberries, and holiday sprinkles Galactic Holiday Punch: Sprite and pomegranate, cranberry, and orange juices garnished with fresh pomegranate seeds, cranberries, orange slice, and a rosemary sprig (Non-alcoholic) Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9; mobile order available) Peppermint Sundae: Two scoops of peppermint ice cream, whipped cream, crushed peppermint, and crème-filled cookies served in a sprinkle-topped waffle bowl (New) Hungry Bear Restaurant (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7; mobile order available) BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger: 1/3 lb. Angus chuck patty, red pepper cheese sauce, onion rings, bacon, and BBQ sauce Teddi Barra Holiday Funnel Cake: Sweet espresso syrup and mocha mascarpone cream dusted with cocoa powder and topped with mascarpone gelato and lady finger cookies (New) Chai-spiced Pumpkin Iced Tea: Iced tea, chai tea-flavored syrup, pumpkin purée cream, and pumpkin candy crystals (Non-alcoholic beverage) Blood Orange Lemonade (Non-alcoholic) (Also available with Hungry Bear Restaurant Mason Jar) (New) Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe (Mobile order available) Thanks-mas Sandwich: Oven-roasted turkey breast, gravy, stuffing, and cranberry sauce on rustic bread served with house-made chips (Nov. 10 through 23) Turkey Pot Pie Soup: Oven-roasted turkey breast, potatoes, peas and carrots topped with pie crust pieces (Nov. 10 through 23) Ham and Pineapple Toasted Sandwich: Oven roasted ham, pineapple, and Swiss cheese on rustic bread served with chips (Nov. 24 through Jan. 9) Chicken and Bacon Corn Chowder: Creamy corn chowder with chicken, bacon, and potatoes (New) (Nov. 24 through Jan. 9) Mickey Ornament Macaron: Pearl-dusted white macaron shells filled with chocolate ganache and peppermint mousse (New) (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9) Chocolate Cake Snow Globe: Layers of chocolate sponge cake, truffle mousse, and chocolate glaze topped with a buttercream tree, red and white pearls, a chocolate star, and snow powder (New) (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9) Snowman Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake: cream cheese icing, milk chocolate nougatine arms and snowman chocolate decoration (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9) Mickey Gingerbread: Soft gingerbread Mickey-shaped cookie (Limit five per person, per transaction) (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9) Market House (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Mickey Gingerbread: Soft gingerbread Mickey-shaped cookie (Limit five per person, per transaction) Mint Julep Bar (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7; mobile order available) Mickey-shaped Candy Cane Beignets dusted with peppermint powdered sugar (In packs of three or six) Assorted Mickey-shaped Beignets: A mix of Mickey-shaped and seasonal beignets (In packs of six) (New) Chocolate Dipping Sauce Huckleberry Mint Julep: A refreshing blend of huckleberry and mint with a hint of lime garnished with fresh mint and blueberry (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New) Plaza Inn Chocolate Mint Shortcake: Chocolate mint sponge cake, cookie crumbles, whipped topping, and chocolate drizzle (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) (New) Holiday Cake: Devil's food cake with swirled white chocolate mousse filling, buttercream frosting, and holiday sprinkles (Dec. 1 through Jan. 9) Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante (Dec. 22 through 25) Holiday Special: Chicken tinga, beef barbacoa, cheese tamale, Spanish rice, beans, and bolillo (New) Red Rose Taverne (Mobile order available) Holiday Grey Stuff: with holiday sprinkles and a white chocolate star (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9) Mickey-shaped Gingerbread: Soft gingerbread Mickey-shaped cookie with sprinkles (Available Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Mocha Peppermint Taverne Cold Brew: Peppermint cold brew with chocolate peppermint topper and crushed peppermint (Non-alcoholic) (New) (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9) > Mike's Pick Holiday Punch: Pomegranate, lemonade, and ginger beer with spiced coconut topper (Non-alcoholic) (New) (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9) River Belle Terrace (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9) Sticky Toffee Pudding Jar: Sticky toffee pudding infused with house-made pudding (New) Cranberry Apple Tart: topped with streusel with caramel sauce (New) (Plant-based) Royal Street Veranda (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7; mobile order available) Cookies and Cream Fritters dusted with chocolate cookie sugar and served with a sweet cream-cheese dipping sauce (New) Sweet Cream Cheese Dipping Sauce (New) Stage Door Café (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7; mobile order available) Holiday Wreath Funnel Cake: with apple cider drizzle, fresh baked apples, whipped topping, and holiday sprinkles (New) The Tropical Hideaway (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Holiday DOLE Whip Sundae: DOLE Whip strawberry and lime, gummy topper, and seasonal sprinkles (New) > Mike's Pick Troubadour Tavern (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9; mobile order available)Celebration Potato: Pulled smoked turkey, whipped cream cheese, stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy, and fried onions (New) Churros at small world Promenade and Casey Jr. Circus Train (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9) Gingerbread Churro: Churro rolled in gingerbread sugar (New) Butterscotch Dipping Sauce (New) Churros near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7)Chestnut Churro: Classic churro with chestnut sauce drizzle and crushed meringue topping (New) Churros near Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9) Chocolate Sugar Churro: Churro tossed in a chocolate sugar mix served with a side of peppermint chocolate ganache (New) Peppermint Ganache Dipping Sauce: Chocolate ganache sauce with peppermint and white chocolate bits (New) Churros near Haunted Mansion (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Sugar Plum Churro: Churro rolled in tart raspberry sugar (New) Marshmallow Dipping Sauce (New) Churros near Sleeping Beauty Castle and Town Square (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9) Mint Chip Churro: Churro rolled in chocolate cookie dust and mint sugar Mint-Chocolate Dipping Sauce: Marshmallow creme infused with mint and topped with crushed chocolate cookies Pretzels at small world Promenade (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9)Butterscotch Dipping Sauce (New) Popcorn near Haunted Mansion (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7)Christmastime Popcorn: Freshly popped buttered popcorn served with M&M's and mini marshmallows (New) Pretzels near Star Tours – The Adventures Continue (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9) Toffee Pretzel: Cream cheese-filled pretzel sprinkled with toffee sugarCandy Palace and Candy Kitchen and Pooh Corner (Available Nov. 3 through Jan. 1; mobile order available) Mickey Christmas Lights Apple: Green apple dipped in caramel with two marshmallows ears enrobed in green, white chocolate and with black dark chocolate and M&M's lights (New) Holiday Mickey Cake Pop: Chocolate cake pop dipped in milk chocolate and decorated with red sanding sugar and green M&M'S chocolate candies (New) Holiday Tree Cereal Treat: Tree-shaped cereal treat dipped in green, white chocolate and decorated with white chocolate, white sanding sugar, and a yellow, chocolate Mickey star (New) Peppermint Patties: Mixture of fondant sugar, powder sugar, and peppermint flavoring dipped in dark chocolate (New) (Only available at Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen) Peppermint Bark: Peppermint-flavored dark chocolate and white chocolate sprinkled with Christmas sprinkles and marshmallows (New) (Only available at Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen) Minnie Santa Hat Apple: Green apple dipped in caramel with two marshmallows ears enrobed in milk chocolate, rolled in red sanding sugar, and embellished with white M&M'S chocolate candies and a white chocolate Santa hat with a bow Snowflake Apple: Green apple dipped in caramel with two marshmallows ears enrobed blue, white chocolate and decorated with a white chocolate snowflake and white sanding sugar (Only available at Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen) Minnie Santa Hat Cereal Treat: Mickey-shaped cereal treat dipped in milk chocolate and decorated with red sanding sugar, green M&M'S chocolate candies, and a Santa hat (New) Snowman Cake Pop: Vanilla cake pop dipped in white chocolate and decorated with dark chocolate face, M&M'S chocolate candies, a sour belt, and orange jellybean (Only available at Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen) Holiday Minnie Cake Pop: Vanilla cake pop with two marshmallows ears dipped in red, white chocolate, drizzled with green, white chocolate, embellished with a red, polka dot Minnie bow Holiday Milk Marshmallow Wand: Marshmallows dipped in caramel and then milk chocolate drizzled with green and red chocolate Mickey Gingerbread Cereal Treat: Mickey-shaped cereal treat dipped in milk chocolate and decorated with red and green colored-chocolate and a dark chocolate Mickey Peppermint Marshmallow Wand: Marshmallows dipped in caramel and then dark chocolate covered in crushed peppermint Disney California Adventure Park Aunt Cass Café (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7; mobile order available) Christmas Tree Pull-apart Sourdough Bread (Plant-based) Snowman Sourdough Bread (Plant-based) Candy Cane Sourdough Bread (Plant-based) Mickey-shaped Gingerbread: Soft gingerbread Mickey-shaped cookie with sprinkles Award Wieners (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9; mobile order available) Hollywood Beef Dip: Sliced roast beef on toasted hoagie roll with fried pickles, provolone, avocado spread, caramelized onion, and jalapeño-spiced au jus served with choice of Cuties Mandarin Oranges or filmstrip fries (New) > Mike's Pick Milk and Cookies Funnel Cake Fries: Funnel cake fries topped with cookie dough ice cream, caramel sauce, and mini cookies (New) Brewery X Purple Dusk Hard Seltzer (New) Boudin Bread Cart (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Christmas Tree Pull-apart Sourdough Bread (Plant-based) Snowman Sourdough Bread (Plant-based) Candy Cane Sourdough Bread (Plant-based) Cappuccino Cart (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7; mobile order available) Salted Caramel-Mocha Bundt Cake: Coffee bundt cake filled with salted caramel and finished with ganache, sprinkles, and white chocolate mousse Mickey-shaped Gingerbread: Soft gingerbread Mickey-shaped cookie with sprinkles Clarabelle's Hand-Scooped Ice Cream (Mobile order available) Snowball Hard Float: Cranberry pomegranate seltzer, vanilla ice cream, cranberry sauce drizzle, and a rosemary garnish (New) (Available Nov. 10 through Jan. 9) Happy Holidays Hard Float: Champagne, raspberry sorbet, and a fresh raspberry garnish (New) (Dec. 17 through Jan. 9) Cozy Cone Motel 1 – Churros (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9; mobile order available) Cranberry Yogurt Churro: Cinnamon sugar churro, cranberry yogurt sauce, crushed pretzels, and sprinkles (New) Nog Chata with Rumchata topped with whipped cream and sprinkles Cozy Cone Motel 2 – Ice Cream Cones (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7; mobile order available)Christmas Tree Cone: Peppermint soft-serve decorated with holiday sprinklesCozy Cone Motel 3 – Chili Cone Queso (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7; mobile order available)Chicken Pesto Cone: Creamy pesto alfredo pasta, marinated chicken, balsamic glaze, bruschetta tomatoes, and Romano cheeseCozy Cone Motel 4 – Frozen Cone-Coctions (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9; mobile order available)Gingerbread Mule: Cinnamon whiskey, ginger beer, lemon juice, and gingerbread syrup garnished with a maraschino cherry (New) Fiddler, Fifer & Practical (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Caramel Pecan Roll: Cinnamon roll with roasted pecans, caramel sauce, and banana slices (New) Mickey Gingerbread: Soft gingerbread Mickey-shaped cookie (Limit five per person, per transaction) Flo's V-8 Café (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7; mobile order available) Gingerbread Shake: Gingerbread-spiced milk shake and whipped cream with holiday bundt cake (Also available with a souvenir glass) (New) Hollywood Lounge (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9; mobile order available) Cran-Raspberry Refresher: Cranberry and raspberry lemonade with a splash of Sprite topped with mint and a cherry (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New) Rök House Brewing Co. Winter Nights Imperial Black Ale (New) Seaborn Merry Cranberry Margarita (New) Gin Lavender Lemonade: Lavender lemonade with gin and a lavender sprig (New) > Mike's Pick Smoky Hibiscus Orange Cocktail (New) > Mike's Pick Shimmering Apple Pie Cocktail: Cinnamon whiskey with pineapple juice, sour mix, green apple liquor and edible gold glitter (New) Mendocino Terrace (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7; mobile order available)Mistletoe Mule: A twist on a classic mule with cranberry juice and agave garnished with a sprig of rosemary and a cape cranberry (New) Mortimer's Market (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7)Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Sourdough Bread (Plant-based) Smokejumpers Grill (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9; mobile order available) Caramel Crispy Churro Shake: Caramel-flavored shake, dulce de leche, crispy churro cereal, whipped cream, and chocolate garnish (New) Hibiscus Blueberry Agua Fresca: Hibiscus syrup, blueberry purée, and lime juice served over ice (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New) Golden Road Brewing Christmas Cart Wheat Ale (New) Peach Passion Fruit Hard Lemonade: Tequila, lemonade, passion fruit nectar, and peach syrup served over ice (New) Studio Catering Co. (Nov. 10 through Jan. 9; mobile order available) Filipino Feast Burrito: Pork belly adobo fried rice, pancit, and lumpia in a warm flour tortilla with sweet chili dipping sauce (New) Cran-Raspberry Refresher: Cranberry and raspberry lemonade with a splash of Sprite topped with mint and a cherry (Non-alcoholic beverage) (New) Wine Country Trattoria (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7)Spiced Apple Buck: Maker's Mark Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, apple spice syrup, ginger beer, and lemon juice garnished with a lemon wheel (New) > Mike's Pick Willie's Churros at Buena Vista Street (Available Nov. 10 through Jan. 9)Almond Churro: Churro rolled in cinnamon sugar topped with almond butter, white icing, and roasted sliced almonds (New) Bing Bong's Sweet Stuff and Trolley Treats (Nov. 3 through Jan. 1; mobile order available) Mickey Christmas Lights Apple: Green apple dipped in caramel with two marshmallows ears enrobed in green, white chocolate and with black dark chocolate and M&M's lights (New) Holiday Mickey Cake Pop: Chocolate cake pop dipped in milk chocolate and decorated with red sanding sugar and green M&M'S chocolate candies (New) Holiday Tree Cereal Treat: Tree-shaped cereal treat dipped in green, white chocolate and decorated with white chocolate, white sanding sugar, and a yellow, chocolate Mickey star (New) (Only available at Trolley Treats) Peppermint Patties: Mixture of fondant sugar, powder sugar, and peppermint flavoring dipped in dark chocolate (New) (Only available at Trolley Treats) Peppermint Bark: Peppermint-flavored dark chocolate and white chocolate sprinkled with Christmas sprinkles and marshmallows (New) (Only available at Trolley Treats) Minnie Santa Hat Apple: Green apple dipped in caramel with two marshmallows ears enrobed in milk chocolate, rolled in red sanding sugar, and embellished with white M&M'S chocolate candies and a white chocolate Santa hat with a bow Snowflake Apple: Green apple dipped in caramel with two marshmallows ears enrobed blue, white chocolate and decorated with a white chocolate snowflake and white sanding sugar (Only available at Trolley Treats) Minnie Santa Hat Cereal Treat: Mickey-shaped cereal treat dipped in milk chocolate and decorated with red sanding sugar, green M&M'S chocolate candies, and a Santa hat (New) Snowman Cake Pop: Vanilla cake pop dipped in white chocolate and decorated with dark chocolate face, M&M'S chocolate candies, a sour belt, and orange jelly bean Holiday Minnie Cake Pop: Vanilla cake pop with two marshmallows ears dipped in red, white chocolate, drizzled with green, white chocolate, and a red, polka dot Minnie bow Holiday Milk Marshmallow Wand: Marshmallows dipped in caramel and then milk chocolate drizzled with green and red chocolate Mickey Gingerbread Cereal Treat: Mickey-shaped cereal treat dipped in milk chocolate and decorated with red and green chocolate and a dark chocolate Mickey (Only at Trolley Treats) Peppermint Marshmallow Wand: Marshmallows dipped in caramel and then dark chocolate covered in crushed peppermint Disney ¡Viva Navidad! at Disney California Adventure ParkParadise Garden Grill (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Tacos Gobernador: Chipotle-marinated shrimp tacos with pepper Jack cheese served with Spanish rice and refried beans (New) IMPOSSIBLE Albondigas Soup: IMPOSSIBLE meatballs in a vegetable soup (Plant-based) Achiote-marinated Half Chicken with Spanish rice, refried beans topped with a nopal salad (New) Shareable Loaded Torta with chicken milanesa, carnitas, sliced ham, chorizo beans, panela cheese, onions, avocado spread, and tomatoes on telera bread served with chips, chorizo beans, and a wedge of street-style watermelon (Serves two to four guests) (New) Street-style Watermelon with lime juice, chile-lime seasoning, and chamoy (New) Chocolate Cake Flan: Layer of flan on chocolate cake with caramel (New) Mango Candy Cocktail: Tequila and mango with a chamoy and chile-lime seasoned rim (New) Modelo Especial Dos Equis Ambar Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta Al Pastor Pizza with chorizo beans, marinated pork, pineapple, cilantro, onions and avocado salsa (Available by the slice or a whole pie) (Nov. 10 through Jan. 22) Gingerbread Cheesecake topped with vanilla mousse (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Hotels of the Disneyland Resort Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & SpaGrand Californian Great Hall Cart (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Mickey Mouse-shaped Poinsettia Cookie Mickey-shaped Gingerbread Cookie Christmas Cookie Holiday Cookie Box: will include two milk chocolate-dipped Mickey-shaped cookies, two raspberry-filled cookies and two sugar cookies with festive sprinkles Assorted Macarons: Assorted macaron box will include two gingerbread, two peppermint and two Mexican hot chocolate Kwanzaa Sweet Potato Loaf Crisped Rice Treat Holiday Cinnamon Buns (New) Hot Cocoa Cookies (New) Coffee with Liqueur (Available with Amaretto, Butterscotch, Captain Morgan, Crown Royal Apple, Godiva Chocolate, Grand Marnier, Jameson Whiskey, Peppermint Schnapps, Rumchata, Rumple Minz, Skrewball Whiskey) (New) Eggnog with Baileys Chocolate Chip Cookie Shot with Milk Gingerbread Cookie Shot with Milk (New) Red Velvet Cookie Shot with Milk (New) Chocolate Chip Cookie Shot with Liqueur (Available with Amaretto, Butterscotch, Captain Morgan, Crown Royal Apple, Godiva Chocolate, Grand Marnier, Jameson Whiskey, Peppermint Schnapps, Rumchata, Rumple Minz, Skrewball Whiskey) Cookie shot with Louis XIII Cognac Cookie shot with Clase Azul Ultra Anejo Downtown Disney DistrictBallast Point Brewing Co. (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Butternut Squash Salmon: Skin-on pan-roasted salmon with butternut squash purée, sautéed quinoa, pomegranate sherry reduction, and arugula salad garnish (New) Beignets Expressed (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Maple-bacon Glazed Beignets: Maple-infused icing topped with applewood smoked bacon (New) California Churro (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7)Peppermint Hot Chocolate Churro: Churro rolled in chocolate sugar, drizzled with mint and chocolate icing, and covered in peppermint candies (New) Kayla's Cake (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7)Gingerbread Macarons: Gingerbread buttercream, spiced with ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, and honeyMarceline's Confectionery (Nov. 3 through Jan. 1; mobile order available) Mickey Christmas Lights Apple: Green apple dipped in caramel with two marshmallows ears enrobed in green, white chocolate and decorated with black dark chocolate and M&M'S chocolate candies lights (New) Holiday Mickey Cake Pop: Chocolate cake pop dipped in milk chocolate and decorated with red sanding sugar and green M&M's chocolate candies (New) Holiday Tree Cereal Treat: Tree-shaped cereal treat dipped in green, white chocolate and decorated with white chocolate, white sanding sugar, and a yellow, chocolate Mickey star (New) Peppermint Patties: Mixture of fondant sugar, powder sugar, and peppermint flavoring dipped in dark chocolate (New) Minnie Santa Hat Apple: Green apple dipped in caramel with two marshmallows ears enrobed in milk chocolate, rolled in red sanding sugar, and embellished with white M&M'S chocolate candies and a white chocolate Santa hat with a bow Snowflake Apple: Green apple dipped in caramel with two marshmallows ears enrobed blue, white chocolate and decorated with a white chocolate snowflake and white sanding sugar Minnie Santa Hat Cereal Treat: Mickey-shaped cereal treat dipped in milk chocolate and decorated with red sanding sugar, green M&M'S chocolate candies, and a Santa hat (New) Snowman Cake Pop: Vanilla cake pop dipped in white chocolate and decorated with dark chocolate face, M&M'S chocolate candies, a sour belt, and orange jellybean Holiday Minnie Cake Pop: Vanilla cake pop with two marshmallows ears dipped in red, white chocolate, drizzled with green, white chocolate, embellished with a red, polka dot Minnie bow Holiday Milk Marshmallow Wand: Marshmallows dipped in caramel and then milk chocolate drizzled with green and red chocolate Mickey Gingerbread Cereal Treat: Mickey-shaped cereal treat dipped in milk chocolate and decorated with red and green colored-chocolate and a dark chocolate Mickey Peppermint Marshmallow Wand: Marshmallows dipped in caramel and then dark chocolate covered in crushed peppermint Peppermint Bark: Peppermint-flavored dark chocolate and white chocolate sprinkled with Christmas sprinkles and marshmallows (New) Naples Ristorante e Bar (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Traditional Chiacchiere Italian Bow Tie Cookies: Slightly sweet, fried angel wing pastries with powdered sugar and blackberry dipping sauce (At Naples Ristorante e Bar and Napolini Pizzeria) Bah Humbug Cocktail: Peanut butter whiskey, white crème de cacao, green crème de menthe, and half and half with a dissolvable holiday message (New) Scrooged Cocktail: Peanut butter whiskey and eggnog topped with holiday sprinkles (New) Splitsville Luxury Lanes Peppermint Hot Chocolate: Peppermint hot chocolate topped with whipped cream, peppermint candy cane, crushed peppermint candy, red sprinkles, and cocoa powder (New) (Dec. 1 to 31) Winter White Cosmopolitan: Vodka, orange liqueur, elderflower liqueur, lime juice, simple syrup, and white cranberry-peach juice (New) (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7) Tortilla Jo's (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7)Santa's Margarita for Two: Blanco tequila, peach liqueur, raspberry liqueur, cranberry juice, and sweet and sour garnished with a white sugar rim, and fresh cranberries (New) Novelties Available Throughout the Resort (Available starting Nov. 10 throughout the holiday season) Chip & Dale Holiday Straw Clip (Limit two per person, per transaction); Available at: At Disneyland Park: Café Daisy, Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor, The Golden Horseshoe, Hungry Bear Restaurant, Lemonade at small world Promenade, Little Red Wagon, and Troubadour Tavern At Disney California Adventure Park: Chiller at Paradise Gardens Park, Mortimer's Market, Schmoozies!, Smokejumpers Grill, and Willie's Churros at Buena Vista Street Christmas Parade Reindeer Sipper (Mobile order available at select locations; limit 10 per person, per transaction); Available at the following locations: At Disneyland Park: Churros at small world Promenade, Churros near Casey Jr. Circus Train, Galactic Grill, Jolly Holiday Bakery Café, Lemonade at small world Promenade, Plaza Inn, Refreshment Corner, and Tomorrowland Fruit Cart Gold Musical Rotating Tin (Limit two per person, per transaction); Available at: At Disneyland Park: Popcorn at Tomorrowland, Popcorn near Haunted Mansion, and Popcorn near Mark Twain Riverboat At Disney California Adventure Park: Churros near Redwood Creek Challenge Trail, Popcorn at Pixar Pier, Willie's Churros at Buena Vista Street, Popcorn near Carthay Circle Restaurant, and Popcorn at Grizzly Peak Airfield Holiday Kermit Straw Clip (Limit 10 per person, per transaction); Available at: At Disneyland Park: Churros near Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters, Churros near Sleeping Beauty Castle, Churros near Town Square, Lemonade at small world Promenade, Pretzels near Star Tours – The Adventures Continue, and Troubadour Tavern At Disney California Adventure Park: Churros near Redwood Creek Challenge Trail, Mortimer's Market, and Willie's Churros at Buena Vista Street Holiday Olaf Bottle Topper (Limit two per person, per transaction); Available at: At Disneyland Park: Churros & Lemonade in Critter Country, Churros at small world Promenade, Pretzels near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Churros near Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters, Churros near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Churros near Casey Jr. Circus Train, Churros near Haunted Mansion, Churros near Sleeping Beauty Castle, Churros near Town Square, Lemonade at small world Promenade, Pretzels near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Pretzels near Star Tours – The Adventures Continue, Ship to Shore Marketplace, and Troubadour Taverne At Disney California Adventure Park: Churros at Hollywood Land, Churros near Redwood Creek Challenge Trail, Mortimer's Market, Willie's Churros at Buena Vista Street, and Outdoor Vending at Disney California Adventure park Holiday Popcorn Bucket (Limit 10 per person, per transaction); Available at: At Disneyland Park: Popcorn at small world Promenade, Popcorn at Tomorrowland, Popcorn near Central Plaza, Popcorn near Chip ‘n' Dale's GADGETcoaster, Popcorn near City Hall, Popcorn near Fantasyland Theatre, Popcorn near Haunted Mansion, and Popcorn near Mark Twain Riverboat At Disney California Adventure Park: Popcorn at Grizzly Peak Airfield, Popcorn near Carthay Circle Popcorn at Pixar Pier Holiday Stainless Steel Tumbler (Mobile order available at select locations; limit two per person, per transaction); Available at the following locations: At Disneyland Park: Bengal Barbecue, Galactic Grill, The Golden Horseshoe, Harbour Galley, Hungry Bear Restaurant, Jolly Holiday Bakery Café, Plaza Inn, Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante, Red Rose Taverne, Refreshment Corner, and Stage Door Café At Disney California Adventure Park: Award Wieners, Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta, Cappuccino Cart, Paradise Garden Grill, Smokejumpers Grill At Disneyland Hotel: Coffee House At Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa: GCH Craftsman Grill Holiday Swizzle Stick (Limit two per person, per transaction); Available at: At Disneyland Park: Rancho del Zocalo At Disney California Adventure Park: Cappuccino Cart, Hollywood Lounge, Sonoma Terrace, and Disney Festival of Holidays Marketplaces At Disneyland Hotel: Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar, Pool Bar At Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa: Grand Californian Great Hall Cart Holiday Travel Tumbler (Mobile order available at select locations; limit 10 per person, per transaction); Available at the following locations: At Disneyland Park: Alien Pizza Planet, Bengal Barbecue, Café Daisy, Fantasyland Fruit Cart, Galactic Grill, The Golden Horseshoe, Harbour Galley, Hungry Bear Restaurant, Jolly Holiday Bakery Café, Lemonade at small world Promenade, Lemonade near Tomorrowland Expo Center, Mint Julep Bar, Plaza Inn, Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante, Red Rose Taverne, Refreshment Corner, Royal Street Veranda, Ship to Shore Marketplace, Stage Door Café, and Troubadour Tavern At California Adventure Park: Award Wieners, Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta, Cappuccino Cart, Corn Dog Castle, Paradise Garden Grill, and Smokejumpers Grill At Disneyland Hotel: Coffee House At Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa: GCH Craftsman Grill Mickey Mouse-shaped Peppermint Glow Cube (Limit two per person, per transaction); Available at: At Disneyland Park: Bengal Barbecue, Galactic Grill, Harbour Galley, Mint Julep Bar, Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante Red Rose Taverne, and Refreshment Corner At Disney California Adventure Park: Bayside Brews, Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta, Corn Dog Castle, Paradise Garden Grill, Smokejumpers Grill, Seasonal Snack, and Disney Festival of Holidays Marketplaces Mickey Mouse-shaped Green Glitter Jingle Bell Glow Cube (Nov. 10 through Jan. 7; limit two per person, per transaction); Available at the following locations: At Disneyland Park: Bengal Barbecue, Galactic Grill, Harbour Galley, Little Red Wagon, Mint Julep Bar, Red Rose Taverne, and Refreshment Corner At Disney California Adventure Park: Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta, Carthay Circle Restaurant, Clarabelle's Hand-Scooped Ice Cream, Corn Dog Castle, Hollywood Lounge, Smokejumpers Grill, and Studio Catering Co. Mickey Mouse-shaped Red Glitter Jingle Bell Glow Cube (Limit two per person, per transaction); Available at the following locations: At Disneyland Park: Bengal Barbecue, Galactic Grill, Harbour Galley, Little Red Wagon, Mint Julep Bar, Red Rose Taverne, and Refreshment Corner At Disney California Adventure Park: Boardwalk Pizza and Pasta, Carthay Circle Restaurant, Clarabelle's Hand-Scooped Ice Cream, Corn Dog Castle, Hollywood Lounge, Smokejumpers Grill, and Studio Catering Co. Mickey Mouse Toy Soldier Bucket (Limit two per person, per transaction); Available at: At Disneyland Park: Popcorn at small world Promenade, Popcorn at Tomorrowland, Popcorn near Central Plaza, Popcorn near City Hall, Popcorn near Fantasyland Theatre, Popcorn near Haunted Mansion, and Popcorn near Mark Twain Riverboat At Disney California Adventure Park: Churros at Grizzly Peak Airfield, Popcorn near Carthay Circle, Popcorn at Pixar Pier, and Willie's Churros at Buena Vista Street --Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes (or on whichever app you choose to listen). A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. 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Long-time MOWican “JP,” our California Consultant, joins us for 5 Questions with a MOWican where we ask him things like “What will happen to Critter Country?”, “Does Walt Disney World need a 5th Gate?”, “Which is better, the Matterhorn or Expedition Everest?” and much more! Thoughts? Let us know at show@magicourway.com. Every opinion is welcome on this show.
This week, Halloween Time is just around the corner, California residents get a deal on multi-day tickets, new Disney100 eats, one mountain closes, while another reopens, we continue our chat with Illustrator Rick Law, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. If you want some DLWeekly Swag, you can pick some up at https://www.dlweekly.net/store/. Book your travel through ConciEARS at no extra cost to you! Be sure to mention that you heard about ConciEARS from DLWeekly at booking! DISCOUNTS! We have partnered with the Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground to get great deals for our listeners! Book your stay at the Howard Johnson Anaheim and get 15% off your stay (code 1000022077)! Magic Key Holders get 20% off their stay (code 1000025935) as well! Book now! Need the perfect bag for your days in the parks? Look no further than Designer Park Co.! Purchase the Rope Drop Bag as featured on Episode 222 and get 10% off your purchase! Use coupon code DLWEEKLY to get the discount. If you want some awesome headwear or one of a kind items, be sure to visit our friends over at All Enchanting Ears! You can use the promo code DLWEEKLY10 to get 10% off your order! News It seems impossible, but Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort is just around the corner! This year, the Oogie Boogie Bash will take place on 25 select nights from September 5th through October 31st. The Plaza de la Familia and Tributes to Dia de los Muertos are also back from September 1st through November 2nd. Of course the Haunted Mansion Holiday, Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark, Mater's Graveyard JamBOOree, and Luigi's Honkin' Haul-o-ween are all back, along with the Halloween Screams fireworks at Disneyland. – Disneyland Announces 2023 Oogie Boogie Bash Dates, Return of Halloween Time, Plaza de la Familia on Sept. 1 | Disney Parks Blog (go.com) California residents have a new ticket deal for this summer. The deal allows guests to visit the parks for three days for as little as $83 a day. There is a slight catch; the tickets are not valid on Fridays through Sundays at that price. To upgrade to a ticker with no limitations, the price goes to $100 a day. These are one park per day tickets, with no park hopping. The tickets are good from June 12th through September 28th. – New California Resident 3-Day Disneyland Ticket with Admission as Low as $83 Per Day – Disneyland News Today (dlnewstoday.com) New California Resident 3-Day Disneyland Ticket with Admission as Low as $83 Per Day – Disneyland News Today (dlnewstoday.com) Guests watching World of Color – ONE have an added bonus for a limited time. Elemental Connection, a new pre-show showcasing the story of the upcoming movie Elemental, plays just before the main World of Color show. No end date has been announced, but with the movie premiering on June 16th, it may not be there for long. – PHOTOS, VIDEO: New ‘Elemental Connection' Pre-Show Debuts at ‘World of Color – ONE' at Disney California Adventure – Disneyland News Today (dlnewstoday.com) We are a few months into the Disney100, and more things keep coming! Some new items have been added to the Foodie Guide for the celebration. The Disney100 Chocolate Tart is now available at the Blue Bayou, and a Spiced Ham & Eggs with Biscuit and Gravy is at Carnation Cafe. Over at Gibson Girl Ice Cream, the Berry Violet Sundae is also new. At the Tropical Hideaway, the popular Jungle Cruise dessert bowl has had a Disney100 makeover. – Disney Eats: Foodie Guide to Disney 100 Celebration at Disneyland Resort, June 2023 Update | Disney Parks Blog (go.com) June 6th was national churro day! Nine new churros are available now until August 31st, along with two others that are available later this summer. Some of the options are the Fruity cereal churro, a chai-spiced churro, a pineapple churro, and so many more! There are also an array of new churro dipping sauces. {talk about the specifics} – Disney Eats: Foodie Guide to Celebrate National Churro Day 2023 | Disney Parks Blog (go.com) Out in Downtown Disney, Beigets Expressed has opened at Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill and Patio. Guests can watch beignets being made through a window, much like candy on Main Street! The inside of the location is pretty open and spacious. Guests can also purchase beignet mix to try making them at home. There is also some merch available with the Beignets Expressed logo on them. – Brand-New Beignets Are Now in Downtown Disney!
ABOUT JOE LANZISERO: Joe's Profile: linkedin.com/in/joelanziseroEmail: jlmonkeyfez@gmail.comTwitter: joe_lanzisero Website: lanziserocreative.comInstagram: @joelanziseroBIO:JOE LANZISERO Former Creative Executive, Senior Vice President, Hong Kong Disneyland & Disney Cruise Line Portfolios Walt Disney Imagineering, Current Creative and UX Consultant, and Executive Vice President & Creative Director Zeitgeist Design and Production Joe Lanzisero served as the senior creative executive in charge of projects for Walt Disney Imagineering across multiple platforms in the company's cruise, theme park, hotel & resort, restaurant and retail business lines. With more than three decades of Disney experience, Joe worked with teams of artists, writers, architects and engineers, he serves as the eyes and artistic conscience of a project from conception through completion. Joe was responsible for the creative development of the two newest ships for the Disney Cruise Line, and oversaw the teams that designed these new state-of-the-art ships (Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy) which launched in 2011 and 2012 respectively. Many features such as the innovative dinner show “Animation Magic” and the inclusion of an onboard water coaster (the AquaDuck) are cruise industry firsts. At Hong Kong Disneyland, Joe oversaw the expansion of the park by more than 20 percent over a three-year period. The additions of three new lands – Toy Story Land, Grizzly Gulch and most recently, Mystic Point, adds more excitement and fun for guests of all ages. Lanzisero began his Disney career in 1979 in Feature Animation (now Walt Disney Animation Studios), working on the animation, special effects, storyboarding and story development of numerous features, shorts and special project. He came to Imagineering in 1987 as a concept designer and was on the design teams for Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park at Walt Disney World, Critter Country at Disneyland, and Phantom Manor at Disneyland Paris. In 1991, Lanzisero was promoted to senior concept designer and immediately plunged into the development of Mickey's Toontown, the wacky cartoon “community” that opened at Disneyland Park in 1993. He also developed the concept for Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin, a wild and funny dark ride that opened in Mickey's Toontown the following year. Lanzisero also supervised the concept design for the Tokyo Disneyland version of Toontown that opened in 1996. Before joining the Tokyo Disneyland project team in 1999, he developed the concept for Fantasia Gardens and Winter Summerland, a pair of unique miniature golf courses at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Another new venture, Disney Cruise Line, benefited from his work on children's spaces and activities. And he was behind the 12/10/2013 conceptual design and development of DisneyFest, a unique Disney entertainment venue that traveled throughout the Far East and South America. In 2001 Joe was promoted to creative vice president for Tokyo Disney Resort, charged with overseeing all design in Tokyo. For Tokyo Disney Resort, he worked on such attractions as Pooh's Hunny Hunt, Toontown, Critter Country and Splash Mountain. He did the concept development for Mermaid Lagoon and Arabian Coast in Tokyo DisneySea as well as many other projects. He directed the creative development of Tower of Terror attraction and Monsters, Inc. Ride and Go Seek.In March 2007, Joe was promoted to creative senior vice president with the added responsibilities of overseeing all design for Hong Kong Disneyland, including leading the design of a major three-land expansion of the park. A member of the first graduating class of the Walt Disney Character Animation program at California Institute of the Arts in 1979, Lanzisero developed his artistic talents with old-time Disney professionals. He applied his education as a teacher at the Otis Art Institute and in the animation industry before joining The Walt Disney Company. Currently Joe is a consultant to the Themed Entertainment, Cruise, Museum and Hospitality industries with a portfolio of ongoing international and domestic projects in various stages of design and production. Joe is also actively involved in the UX world and is a sought after speaker in this sector. He has been the Keynote Speaker at the World Usability Congress in Graz Austria and has spoken and consulted on UX to major companies like Macys and Silicon Valley startups. He is also currently Executive Vice President and Creative Director for Zeitgeist Design and Production. Zeitgeist currently has a roster of international and domestic projects. Domestically they are working on high profile museum projects. Internationally they are the creative development team exclusive to Chimelong Resorts in Guangzhou China. Joe is full-time consultant working for visionary clients all over the world. He welcomes the chance to learn more about your big idea and explore ways he might serve you. SHOW INTRO:Welcome to the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast. Over our 4 seasons we have focused on “Dialogues on DATA: Design Architecture, Technology and the Arts”. NXTLVL features provocateurs for whom disruption and transformation are a way of engaging in work and play every day.Theyinclude thought leaders who are driven by curiosity, a passion to create the ‘New Possible' and a mindset of promoting new paradigms of experiences. They include leading scientists, artists, musicians, architects, entertainers and story tellers whose research, exploration and built work brings new understanding of the impact and relevance of place-making to the world. On the show, we focus on what's now and what's next.* * * * * * *In this episode we talk about storytelling with a master, Joe Lanzisero former SVP at Walt Disney Imagineering.We'll get to our conversation in a minute but first a few thoughts on why I love this topic:* * * * * * *Stories are powerful. They are among the engines of culture and we have relied on sharing them for millennia as part of our human socio-cultural and spiritual development. We stamped out narratives around tribal fires, shared them on trade routes and built public squares combining commerce and culture through the need to share life experiences with storytelling.Stories are also crucial to our empathic development, as well as providing context to our lives. And stories can also act as path to follow for designers that provides a reference point for design decisions guiding massing or volumes, layouts, use of materials, geometries and other aesthetic choices. Story can be used as a tool to determine the sequence of a brand's signature moments and experiences along a customer journey. The best stories are easy to remember because they paint pictures in our minds that tap into our deep feelings. Because they often create emotional responses and evoke strong visualizations, they play into our long history of communicating through pictures. In many ways, stories are the framework by which we remember things.While the core components of good storytelling may be the same as they have been for years. In fact Joseph Campbell asserted in his book “A hero With A Thousand Faces,” that there was really only one story, a structure that was reinterpreted across time and cultures. The super interesting feature of our brains and stories is that while reading, listening to or watching stories unfold on screen, we develop elaborate mental representations of the situations described in the text, lyrics or scenes. Researchers have gathered evidence through fMRI scans of individuals reading narratives that “the neural responses to particular types of changes in the stories occurred in the vicinity of regions that increase in activity when viewing similar changes, or when carrying out similar activities in the real world.” (see: Reading Stories Activates Neural Representations of Visual and Motor Experiences, Nicole K. Speer, Jeremy R. Reynolds, Khena M. Swallow and M. Zacks, Psychological Science, Volume 20 – No.8, 2009). In other words, as subjects read about characters in a story, their brains react in a manner that is similar to them personally experiencing those characters' situations. Studies by Brian Pulvermüller (see: Pulvermüller F. Brain Mechanisms Linking Language and Action. Nature Reviews Neuroscience. 2005;6:576–582) have demonstrated that brain regions involved in reading action words (verbs) are some of the same regions involved in performing analogous actions in the real world. So, if you read the word “throw” or “catch”, brain regions light up in fMRI scans that are activated when moving one's arm or hands.When engaging with story, our brains react to words as if we're experiencing the story in the real world. Cognitive scientist Roger C. Schank explains that - “Humans are not ideally set up to understand logic; they're ideally set up to understand stories.” I've been fascinated with story for years. Stories were a crucial part of bedtime rituals with my sons when they were young. We were deeply connected to the value of story and their ability to communicate ideas, morals and values. When my older son was very young, he loved stories and asked my wife to read two stories at the same time so that he could introduce the characters from one narrative to those in another book. “no mommy,” he explained “turn dis book towards de other so the characters can see each other too…”So this is where my guest comes into the narrative…JOE LANZISERO is the Former Creative Executive, Senior Vice President, Hong Kong Disneyland & Disney Cruise Line Portfolios Walt Disney Imagineering. He is currently the Creative and UX Consultant, and Executive Vice President & Creative Director Zeitgeist Design and Production.Joe Lanzisero served as the senior creative executive in charge of projects for Walt Disney Imagineering across multiple platforms in the company's cruise, theme park, hotel & resort, restaurant and retail business lines. With more than three decades of Disney experience, Joe worked with teams of artists, writers, architects and engineers, he serves as the eyes and artistic conscience of a project from conception through completion. Lanzisero began his Disney career in 1979 in Feature Animation (now Walt Disney Animation Studios), working on the animation, special effects, storyboarding and story development of numerous features, shorts and special project. After a number of years and promotions with in the Walt Disney organization Joe was promoted to creative vice president for Tokyo Disney Resort, charged with overseeing all design in Tokyo in 2001 and then again in March 2007 to creative senior vice president with the added responsibilities of overseeing all design for Hong Kong Disneyland, including leading the design of a major three-land expansion of the park. Joe is currently Executive Vice President and Creative Director for Zeitgeist Design and Production and a consultant to the Themed Entertainment, Cruise, Museum and Hospitality industries with a portfolio of ongoing international and domestic projects in various stages of design and production. As a note to the listener, I caught up with Joe Lanzisero, at the SHOP Marketplace event in Austin Texas. So, you going to hear the din of the tradeshow floor but the conversation is nonetheless engaging… ABOUT DAVID KEPRON:LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/david-kepron-9a1582bWebsites: https://www.davidkepron.com (personal website)vmsd.com/taxonomy/term/8645 (Blog)Email: david.kepron@NXTLVLexperiencedesign.comTwitter: DavidKepronPersonal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidkepron/NXTLVL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nxtlvl_experience_design/Bio:David Kepron is a multifaceted creative professional with a deep curiosity to understand ‘why', ‘what's now' and ‘what's next'. He brings together his background as an architect, artist, educator, author, podcast host and builder to the making of meaningful and empathically-focused, community-centric customer connections at brand experience places around the globe. David is a former VP - Global Design Strategies at Marriott International. While at Marriott, his focus was on the creation of compelling customer experiences within Marriott's “Premium Distinctive” segment which included: Westin, Renaissance, Le Meridien, Autograph Collection, Tribute Portfolio, Design Hotels and Gaylord hotels. In 2020 Kepron founded NXTLVL Experience Design, a strategy and design consultancy, where he combines his multidisciplinary approach to the creation of relevant brand engagements with his passion for social and cultural anthropology, neuroscience and emerging digital technologies. As a frequently requested international speaker at corporate events and international conferences focusing on CX, digital transformation, retail, hospitality, emerging technology, David shares his expertise on subjects ranging from consumer behaviors and trends, brain science and buying behavior, store design and visual merchandising, hotel design and strategy as well as creativity and innovation. In his talks, David shares visionary ideas on how brand strategy, brain science and emerging technologies are changing guest expectations about relationships they want to have with brands and how companies can remain relevant in a digitally enabled marketplace. David currently shares his experience and insight on various industry boards including: VMSD magazine's Editorial Advisory Board, the Interactive Customer Experience Association, Sign Research Foundation's Program Committee as well as the Center For Retail Transformation at George Mason University.He has held teaching positions at New York's Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.), the Department of Architecture & Interior Design of Drexel University in Philadelphia, the Laboratory Institute of Merchandising (L.I.M.) in New York, the International Academy of Merchandising and Design in Montreal and he served as the Director of the Visual Merchandising Department at LaSalle International Fashion School (L.I.F.S.) in Singapore. In 2014 Kepron published his first book titled: “Retail (r)Evolution: Why Creating Right-Brain Stores Will Shape the Future of Shopping in a Digitally Driven World” and he is currently working on his second book to be published soon. David also writes a popular blog called “Brain Food” which is published monthly on vmsd.com. ************************************************************************************************************************************The next level experience design podcast is presented by VMSD magazine and Smartwork Media. It is hosted and executive produced by David Kepron. Our original music and audio production by Kano Sound. The content of this podcast is copywrite to David Kepron and NXTLVL Experience Design. Any publication or rebroadcast of the content is prohibited without the expressed written consent of David Kepron and NXTLVL Experience Design.Make sure to tune in for more NXTLVL “Dialogues on DATA: Design Architecture Technology and the Arts” wherever you find your favorite podcasts and make sure to visit vmsd.com and look for the tab for the NXTLVL Experience Design podcast there too.
Hello Travelers! On today's Walkabout, join cohost Ric and his daughter Eliza at Disneyland. We begin at the entrance to Disneyland Park where you'll be treated to the sound of turnstiles! Yes, turnstiles! Something we no longer have the pleasure of hearing on the east coast. From there we'll board Main Street Transportation to the hub and take a left to Adventureland where you'll hear the entirety of the newly refurbished Indiana Jones Adventure. Then take a walk over to Critter Country where you'll hear some highlights from the original Splash Mountain (missing a few sections because one of the drops turned the mic off
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Disney Genie+ will now cost you more at Walt Disney World and Disneyland ResortTo manage demand for Disney Genie+, Disney is has switched to a variable pricing model, but in our opinion the price still is not high enough to curb demand.At Disneyland Resort, Disney Genie+ now costs $25 per day when purchased in advance as an add-on with a new ticket or vacation packages. Single-day purchases through the Disneyland app will start at $25 per day, and may vary by date, based on demand. WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure at Disney's California Adventure Park is now part of Disney Genie+.At Walt Disney World Resort, Disney Genie+ will also vary in price based on the date you're visiting. Prices may be lower on less busy days and higher during peak periods like Thanksgiving and Christmas. Prices are expected to range between $15 and $22 per day.--Some Great New Food is Now Available at Walt Disney World Resort HotelsDisney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Enchanted Rose has some great new editions. These include a charcuterie board, artisanal cheese selection, and hummus with tapenade, smoked paprika, and grilled pita bread. The Smoked Trout and Crab Dip features salmon roe, chive oil, and sesame seed lavosh combined into an elegant tasty dish. If you like caviar, this includes Siberian caviar, an egg yolk spread, crème fraiche, caper berries and brioche. Lastly, the Seasonal Flatbread is topped with artichoke, fig, ricotta, roasted garlic and watercress. Disney's Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Boatwright's Dining Hall has expanded to include more authentic Cajun and Southern flavors to the menu. The Lowcountry Seafood Boil is a classic filled with shrimp, mussels, and Andouille sausage with corn on the cob and potatoes simmered in a spicy Cajun brother (it comes with a toasted baguette). The slow-roasted Blackened Prime Rib is topped with Cajun butter and served with classic mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.The Taste of the Bayou is an all-you-care-to-enjoy platter with hickory-smoked pork ribs, crispy Cajun chicken, smoked sausage, barbecued beef brisket, mashed potatoes, mac & cheese, roasted corn with Cajun butter, and seasonal vegetables.For a plant-based offering, try the Harvest Red Beans and Rice. This features red beans simmered with plant-based sausage, peppers, onions, and celery served over rice along with cornbread.For dessert you can choose between the Southern Cheesecake (a classic vanilla cheesecake with a bourbon-caramel sauce garnished with pecan-praline brittle), the plant-based Peach-Blackberry Cobbler (a classic peach and blackberry cobbler topped with blackberry sorbet), or the Mississippi Mud Crème Brûlée (a milk chocolate crème brûlée with a sablé breton cookie and fresh fruit).For the little ones, try the Row Row Oar Your Boat Sundae and Cookies and Milk featuring two house-made chocolate chip cookies.Rounding out all of these new offerings is a new cocktail – the Big Easy Whisky Sour. This drink combines Maker's Mark Bourbon, lemon juice, and pure cane sugar with a float of Fess Parker Big Easy Red Blend. At the River Roost Lounge they have a new plant-based dish and a signature drink. The Spinach and Artichoke Dip is a creamy new dip served with Cajun-dusted cornbread crostini. The French 75 is a fizzy cocktail made with Argyle Sparkling Brut, Hendricks Gin, fresh lemon juice and pure cane sugar. Disney's Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter The Scat Cat's Club – Lounge has a plant-based Sassy Sassagoula Sliders dish. This trio features BBQ jack fruit with slaw and fried pickles, fried green tomatoes with giardiniera and pepper jelly, and a ‘fish' cake with spicy rémoulade and arugula.Disney's Riviera Resort Bar Riva has a new Burrata Salad with heirloom tomatoes, fresh pesto and focaccia bread. The Salmon with Orzo is a seared salmon with Pomodroccio tapenade and lemon orzo. The Mushroom Arancini features risotto, mushrooms, cheese, and truffles with a house-made marinara.For dessert, the Molten Chocolate Cake is a new edition. It's a warm chocolate cake with a molten center, topped with a raspberry sauce and fresh raspberries.The Riviera also has a new signature sweet. The Riviera Signature Cookie bakes together semi-sweet chocolate chips, ground oats, California walnuts, toasted pistachios, dried cherries and flake sea salt. You'll this one at Primo Piatto. Disney's BoardWalk Inn The Belle Vue Lounge has new signature cocktails and mocktails. The Orange Blossom Manhattan has made its debut at the resort. A holiday fan favorite, this beverage fits nicely within the year-round ambiance of Belle Vue Lounge. The Sparkling Hibiscus features Sorel Hibiscus Liqueur and sparkling grapefruit. The Agave Garden is a mocktail featuring Lyre's Agave Reserve and passion fruit green tea. --Fantasmic! is Coming Back to Disney's Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World on November 3, 2022Disney has announced the return of Fantasmic! to Disney's Hollywood Studios as of November 3, 2022. As an added bonus, the show will include a brand new sequence..--More Merry Magic Coming This Holiday Season to Disneyland ResortThe holiday season festivities at Disneyland Resort take place between November 11, 2022 and January 8, 2023. Here are some additional details of what's in store. At Disney Festival of Holidays at Disney California Adventure Park, holiday festivities include Christmas, Navidad, Hanukkah, Diwali, Kwanzaa and Three Kings Day. New for 2022, Tina and The Sounds of Celebration perform holiday tunes with an uplifting repertoire of salsa, merengue, cumbia and rock Latino. Returning acts include the Mariachi Divas, Mostly Kosher, Blue13 Dance Company, Phat Cat Swinger and The Mistletoes, and the Disney ¡Viva Navidad! Street Party returns. Be sure to catch the character celebration “Mickey's Happy Holidays” and the magically merry rhythms of the Holiday Toy Drummers performing throughout the day in Disney California Adventure Park. “World of Color – Season of Light” at Disney California Adventure Park and “A Christmas Fantasy” Parade and “Believe…in Holiday Magic” fireworks will be on select evenings at Disneyland Park.With MagicBand+ you'll be able to light up your Disneyland holiday experience in an all-new way this year. MagicBand+ will come alive with vibrations and colorful holiday lights during the nighttime spectaculars of “World of Color – Season of Light” and “Believe… in Holiday Magic” fireworks.Direct from the North Pole you can mingle with Santa Claus as he visits various locations throughout the Disneyland Resort including Critter Country in Disneyland Park, Redwood Creek Challenge Trail in Disney California Adventure Park and at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort.Eat, drink and be merry at the Festive Foods Marketplace in Disney California Adventure Park, with a seasonal smorgasbord of multicultural cuisine across nine different kiosks. Visions of Sugar Plums is an all-new added marketplace where you will find sweet and savory bites. And don't forget, the Disney Festival of Holidays Sip and Savor Pass is a terrific way to sample your way through the day. The pass provides eight easy tabs that you can redeem for select food and non-alcoholic beverages at participating Festive Foods Marketplace kiosks and dining locations.Seasonal sweets and treats are always on the list throughout the Disneyland Resort.Disney California Adventure Park: Grizzly Peak Churro Peppermint Churro – Churro coated with crushed candy canes, drizzled with chocolate and vanilla sauce Lamplight Lounge Peppermint Donuts – Hot cocoa-dusted donuts with toasted marshmallow crème and peppermint-chocolate dipping sauce Festive Foods Marketplace Merry Mashups Esquites Carnitas Mac & Cheese – Esquites-style mac & cheese with carnitas, salsa macha, spiced puffed rice, freeze-dried corn and chopped cilantro Smokejumpers Grill Loaded Latkes -Traditional Latkes loaded with smoked brisket, topped with dairy-free horseradish cream and scallions Sonoma Terrace Mistletoe Mule – A holiday take on a classic mule cocktail with cranberry juice and agave, garnished with a sprig of rosemary and a Cape cranberry Disneyland Park:Red Rose Taverne Holiday Grey Stuff – Traditional Grey Stuff with a holiday twistDisney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa: GCH Holiday Cart – Poinsettia Cookie To commemorate Diwali at the Disneyland Hotel, The Coffee House is featuring an Indian chai Archisha Tea on the menu through January 9, 2023. Woody and Buzz Lightyear will be lending a hand with a holiday popcorn bucket, available for a limited time at select popcorn carts in Disney California Adventure Park, while supplies last. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and their pals will don their holiday finest and newest fashions in Town Square at Disneyland Park. These festive new looks reflect this year's warm, vintage-inspired holiday celebration. In classic red and green, their holiday attire was designed in wintry textures and patterns such as velvet, chenille, herringbone and plaid, and accented with gold for a touch of sparkle. Returning this year is Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort Tour, where this specially guided journey of Disneyland Park tells stories of Walt Disney and gives unique facts of how Disneyland celebrates the season, followed by setting sail on “it's a small world” Holiday. The 2.5 hour walking tour ends on Main Street, U.S.A., with a reserved viewing area of “A Christmas Fantasy” Parade where you will receive delicious holiday treats and a commemorative pin. For more information, pricing and reservations, visit Disneyland.com. --Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes (or on whichever app you choose to listen). A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. We look forward to continue producing new episodes each week.Sharing the podcast with your friends and on social media is also extremely helpful and very much appreciated.Shop 1923 Main StreetFeel free to visit our 1923 Main Street® Disney merchandise shop where we have hundreds of unique and original Disney-inspired t-shirts, leggings, clothing, mugs, phone cases and much more. You'll find everything from 1923 Main Street logo merchandise to custom created authentic Disney-inspired originals, including lots of great patterns for leggings and other items.Contact 1923 Main StreetThank you for listening to the Disney Travel News Podcast at 1923MainStreet.com. As always, we love to get feedback and questions from our listeners and to hear your suggestions and ideas for future episodes.Please be sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.Thank you for listening and have a magical day!Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic--Media provided by Jamendo
Join your tour guides Jason Thomason, Holly Wood Crawford an Stan Solo as they discuss what they hope will and could happen happen to Critter Country after it's annexed by New Orleans Square once Princess Tiana moves in. The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy
Welcome to the Happiest Place on Earth. We bring to you a walk through of Disneyland on the eve of D23. We start from the JW Marriott hotel where I am staying to show the spectacular views of the Disneyland Resort in the distance. We then move into the park to walk through the entire guest experience from Main Street, U.S.A. to Tomorrowland, Fantasyland, Galaxy's Edge, Critter Country, New Orleans Square, Adventureland and Frontierland. It's a whirlwind tour designed to orient those who may not have been to the park before and is interested in how it compares to the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. This vlogcast comes to you via our podcast and Youtube video on J. Jeff Kober. So join us as take a walk through Disneyland Park.
Hello everyone, in today's episode we take a relaxing sail around the beautiful Rivers of America on the grand Mark Twain Riverboat. Come join us as we try to beat the heat and listen to all the sounds of the Mark Twain, as it makes its journey around Frontierland, New Orleans Square, Critter Country, Tom Sawyer's Island, and the back side of the Rivers of America. Be sure to put on some headphones for the full binaural audio effect.
That Disney Hustle – Disneyland – Critter Country We talk about: Critter Country Attractions Dining Shopping Bonus Thought: NO MORE ALLITERATION DISNEY! Leave us a message! https://anchor.fm/thatvacationco/message Visit us on the web www.thatvacationco.com. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Follow our That Disney Hustle Instagram account. If you need help booking contact us for a free no obligation quote. We are That Vacation Co., serving you the most delightful destinations. Hosted by Caleb and Chanel Berg. Produced by Caleb Berg --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvacationco/message
Soundscapes: Disneyland Grand Tour Part 1 ----- Want More Here With The Magic? Visit The Website: https://herewiththemagic.com Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/HereWithTheMagic Connect on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/herewiththemagic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herewiththemagic/ -- To all who come to this happy place, welcome. On a sweltering day in mid-July, nearly seventy years ago, Walt Disney spoke those timeless words in his dedication of his very first namesake park: Disneyland. He invited us to step into a world of yesterday, tomorrow, and fantasy. Today, a fairytale castle gleams in the distance, our gateway to all the Magic that is held in Walt's time-honored speech. Adventure and excitement await in the moments ahead, of that we can be sure. Whether we embark on a journey down the Rivers of America or swing down to New Orleans Square for some jazzy revelry and sweet beignets, these will be moments to treasure. To imagine walking right down the middle of Main Street USA with Walt. To encounter with him, those quiet moments of pause, where we discover joy that is priceless and peaceful and perfect. They are the alcoves and hideaways, the treehouses and terraces…the places where we stop just to take in the view, to truly relish the sensation of being in the Happiest Place on Earth. It's a leisurely stroll through the tumbleweed town of Frontierland, or pausing to listen to the babbling brooks of Critter Country. The Magic continues to thrive in all of these places. So I invite you to join me for the first part of a grand circle tour of Disneyland, as we experience it in a way that will speak to your nostalgic spirit and childlike heart. Along the way, I hope you'll celebrate every joyful moment you encounter, savor every quiet space, and be Here With the Magic of the place that started it all.
Join Erik and Tage this week as they are joined by social media mavens Alex and Bryn as they discuss moving lands, Disney scents, first Disney movie, and is Disney a lifestyle brand. Support the podcast by going to https://www.thehubcrawl.com/support. Question 1: We finally have a time frame for Tiana's Bayou Adventure, late 2024. Splash Mountain is located in Critter Country and in Frontierland. What, if anything, do you think Disney is going to do about the dissonance of a Louisiana ride in another land? Question 2: What is your favorite scent at a Disney Park? Question 3: What was the first Disney movie that you saw in the movie theater? Question 4: Is Disney lifestyle brand, and if it is, is it a luxury lifestyle brand? Supporter Bonus Question: How would you solve the Tomorrowland “problem?”
Start your engines, y'all! This week we bear and grin it with a look at Critter Country 500: a plan by WDI in the mid-90s to salvage Disneyland's Country Bear Jamboree with a racing dark ride retrofit based on Hanna-Barbera's Wacky Races! Plus we discuss Disneyland's 67th birthday! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ryan-oreilly0/support
Ropedrop & Parkhop: Helping you Dream, Plan and Do Disneyland
Do you know what an "Easter Egg" is? In our very first summer bonus episode, The Ropedrop Kids (with a little help from their moms) tell you about some of their favorite Easter Eggs at the Disneyland resort! We talk a little bit about Critter Country, Adventureland, Fantasyland and Avenger's Campus, and you'll for sure have some new stuff to look for next time you visit Disneyland!
In this episode we walk through the quietest and most peaceful part of Disneyland Park, Critter Country as well as ride on one of our personal favorite rides, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. So grab some headphones and come join us on our search for more honey.
This week, dining packages will be available for Fantasmic! Celebrate Soulfully is coming back soon, a new addition to the Opera House, a new dining option for larger families, new Avengers Campus additions, we talk about our upcoming trip, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. If you want some DLWeekly Swag, you can pick some up at https://www.dlweekly.net/store/. Book your travel through ConciEARS at no extra cost to you! Be sure to mention that you heard about ConciEARS from DLWeekly at booking! DISCOUNTS! If you want some awesome headwear or one of a kind items, be sure to visit our friends over at All Enchanting Ears! You can use the promo code DLWEEKLY10 to get 10% off your order! We have partnered with the Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground to get great deals for our listeners! Book your stay at the Howard Johnson Anaheim and get 15% off your stay (code 1000022077)! Magic Key Holders get 20% off their stay (code 1000025935) as well! Book now! Need the perfect bag for your days in the parks? Look no further than Designer Park Co.! Purchase the Rope Drop Bag as featured on Episode 222 and get 10% off your purchase! Use coupon code DLWEEKLY to get the discount. News: Fantasmic! dining package fans unite! Dining packages are available for the return of Fantasmic! later this month. However, the Blue Bayou is not included since it is down for refurbishment at the moment. Guests can still get a good meal and a great seat by booking a dining package at the River Belle Terrace. The premium package is $75 per adult, $45 per child and includes anything off their normal menu, or choice of special items which include loaded potato bites, petite New York steak and scallops, chicken and dumplings skillet, pan-roasted shrimp, chocolate rocky road cake or white chocolate raspberry trifle. This allows guests to stay and watch Fantasmic! from the patio. The standard package is $50 per adult and $30 per child for lunch or dinner, which comes with a voucher for seating in a reserved area for the show. – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/fantasmic-dinner-packages/ and https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/fantasmic-on-the-go-show/ Fans of Celebrate Soulfully from this past February will be delighted to hear that they won't have to wait until next February for more fun and celebration! This summer, the event returns to highlight Black Music Month throughout June. Daily live entertainment, specialty offerings, including food and art will be availble throughout the resort. The first show to return to the Fantasyland Theatre will premiere on May 28th with the return of “Tale of the Lion King.” There is so much planned for this, be sure to visit the link in our show notes for all the information! – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/05/celebrate-soulfully-this-summer-at-disneyland-resort-with-tale-of-the-lion-king-debuting-may-28/ A new addition has been added to the inspirational American heroes area of Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln on Main Street. Frederick Douglass, who helped guide Abraham Lincoln to include ending slavery as part of the Civil War. A bust and portrait of Douglass is now on display near the bust and portrait of Abraham Lincoln in the lobby of the Main Street Opera House. A framed copy of the letter declaring Frederick Douglass a free man is also on display. This display was added to continue their efforts to update attractions to reflect the “rich diversity of stories in our world.” – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/05/frederick-douglass-honored-in-great-moments-with-mr-lincoln-at-disneyland-park/ Families of 4 now have the option to eat at the resort for a pretty good deal! Guests can now purchase the Family Picnic Platter at the Paradise Garden Grill at Disney California Adventure for $65. The meal includes BBQ Half Chicken, Pulled Pork and Ribs, Andouille Sausage, Poblano Mac & Cheese, Chuck Wagon Beans, Potato Salad with Bacon, Creamy Coleslaw, Jalapeño-Cheddar Corn Bread, Pickles and Onions, and Cherry Cheesecake. It can be ordered in person or through mobile order, but be prepared for a little wait, as it is a lot of food! – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/05/08/review-is-65-really-a-good-deal-to-feed-a-family-of-four-in-disneyland/ Some new seasonal options have come to the Hungry Bear Restaurant in Critter Country. – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/hungry-bear-restaurant/menus/lunch-and-dinner/ Over in Avengers Campus, there is a new sipper available at Shwarma Palace. The Doctor Strange Eye of Agamotto sipper is $24.79, and comes with a strap that guests can wear around their neck, just like Doctor Strange himself. For those who don't know the Eye of Agamotto is the amulet that Doctor Strange wears around his neck. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/05/07/photos-video-step-aside-infinity-gauntlet-theres-a-new-sipper-in-disneylands-avengers-campus/ With the release of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, America Chavez joins the team, as well as the return of Wanda Maximoff, also known as the Scarlet Witch. Both of these characters are now out and about in Avengers Campus. America Chavez can be seen as part of the Doctor Strange show, and then with a meet and greet afterwards. The Scarlet Witch makes appearances at a meet and greet in the middle of the land. – https://twitter.com/Disneyland/status/1522656319395835905 As we have been following for the last few episodes, changes are finally visible for the treehouse in Adventureland. The rope bridge that guests crossed over the path to enter the attraction has been taken down, and the tree in the middle of the path which housed the stairs to the bridge has also started to be dismantled. Still no word from Disney on what the re-theme for this former Tarzan's Treehouse and before that Swiss Family Robinson treehouse will be. – https://www.micechat.com/321168-disneyland-news-update-star-wars-construction-change/ Last week was May the 4th, when Star Wars fans have a day of celebration for the universe that they know and love. Disneyland had two of their Star Wars Nite after-hours parties, with one more to come on May 27th this month. Fans that attended seemed to have a really great time dressing up, watching the special fireworks show for the event, checking out all the photo locations, and meeting up with characters throughout the park. Some highlights were the fireworks show, and the Cantina Band on the Rivers of America playing Star Wars classics. – https://www.micechat.com/321168-disneyland-news-update-star-wars-construction-change/ Some of the photo locations that were offered for Star Wars Nite are also there during normal park hours for pictures. Over by the Star Wars Launch Bay in Tomorrowland, there is a Disney Visa cardholder exclusive location from The Book of Boba Fett. Other photo locations were scattered around Tomorrowland for all guests. – https://www.micechat.com/321168-disneyland-news-update-star-wars-construction-change/ For visitors to the resort that are not in the parks, there are still some Star Wars things to check out! Outside the Star Wars Tradin Post in Downtown Disney, there is a sand sculpture to promote the upcoming Obi Wan Disney+ series. In addition, there is a Lego display outside of the Lego store featuring Captain Phasma, Kylo Ren, and a Sith Trooper, all made of Lego. There is also a massive Lego Yoda on display nearby. – https://www.micechat.com/321168-disneyland-news-update-star-wars-construction-change/ Discussion Topic: Disneyana – https://disneyanafanclub.weebly.com/we-are-back.html
To all who come to this happy place, welcome! The long-awaited ReDIScover audio guide around the Disneyland Resort is finally here! Today, we're taking it back to the place where it all began and inviting you to join us on a grand circle tour around the original Disney Park: Disneyland. From the moment you set foot on Main Street, U.S.A., the spirit of Walt Disney himself surrounds you in a storybook brought to life. Every moment feels intimate, cozy, intricately detailed, and undeniably magical. We hope you'll join us as we share our must-dos (and must-eats), our favorite places to explore throughout the park, some cherished memories from over the years, and some of the things that have given Disneyland such a special place in our hearts. We are breaking up our Disneyland Resort Audio Guide into two parts - Today's episode (Part 1) covers Main Street U.S.A., Adventureland, New Orleans Square, and Critter Country. Part 2 will be released one week from today on Tuesday! So come along with us and share in the magic of the Happiest Place on Earth! Let's go! Did you enjoy this episode? Check out our other Disney Park Audio Guides: An Audio Tour of the Magic Kingdom An Audio Tour of EPCOT An Audio Tour of Disney's Hollywood Studios An Audio Tour of Disney's Animal Kingdom And if you would like to connect with us... Jess: Instagram: @JessicaFaye508 Blog: The Road Jess Traveled Youtube: Jessica Faye Kristen: Instagram: @positively.kristen
It's time for Part Two of our dining tour through Disneyland's restaurant menus continuing from Critter Country through Galaxy's Edge to Fantasyland and Tomorrowland. Then we look back at Tomorrowland's forgotten attraction, Toy Story Fun House, with some questionable historical facts “according to Myke TV”. Special thanks to Patrons Emma and Don for these clever ideas! Plus, Jenn Diz is back from Disneyland with a fresh trip report and tasty highlights! Song credits: Opening number performed by Phat Cat Swinger --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thedisneyholics/message
We're back for another stroll around the Happiest Place on Earth as the crew kicks off the Best Disneyland Resort Land bracket. Will an old and immersive staple hold strong, or will a shiny new area whisk us away? - Chris's recent Disneyland Dream. - Welcome to first-time guest and former CM, Carly - Carly saw a kid jump in the water at Small World. - The real reason Chris drinks Beet Juice. - All The Cars Land merch. - Kyle's Chip and Dale Hollywoodland moment. - Kyle hates the Buena Vista Street dog puppet lady; - Chris drags Coors Field; - ToonTown breaks a major Roller Coaster Tycoon rule. - Carly teaches us about the “$50,000 wall”. - The best and worst of Disneyland bathrooms. - The WEB Slingers finger trick. - Chris didn't like Cannery Row. - The future of Critter Country. Got a rebuttal? Want to be a tiebreaker host? We'd love to hear from you: Support us on Patreon: cutt.ly/GerisGang Email us at mousemadnesspodcast@gmail.com Tweet us @MouseMadnessPod Follow us on Instagram @MouseMadnessPod Chat with us on Discord: discord.gg/qwpqAWA Join our Facebook Community: fb.me/MouseMadnessPodcast
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