Podcasts about Disney California Adventure

What does it really take to build a creative career inside Disney?In this episode of Unlocking the Magic, we sit down with Charlie Price — writer of Me & Mickey, author of Holiday Magic at the Disney Parks, and contributor to multiple Disney Publishing projects — to talk about persistence, pitching ideas, working behind the scenes at the parks, and what it's actually like navigating Disney's creative machine.From working security during the opening of Disney California Adventure to writing 130+ episodes of Mickey content, Charlie shares the real story behind building a creative career inside one of the biggest entertainment companies in the world.

Disney may be rethinking Villains Land at Magic Kingdom - and this time, bigger could truly mean better. Lauren and Eric unpack the rumor that Imagineers were told to go bold with budget becoming secondary, and what that might signal about Disney's competitive strategy. They also break down the delayed closure of Monsters Inc. at Disney California Adventure, what that means for the proposed Avatar expansion, and whether Animal Kingdom's attraction lineup justifies its ticket price. Plus, the rise of AI-generated meet-and-greet images and why they might be causing real-world confusion. HIGHLIGHTS A rumor suggests the original plans for Villains Land at Magic Kingdom were scrapped in favor of bigger, more ambitious concepts with budget reportedly becoming a secondary concern. What this could mean for Disney's long-term strategy as new leadership looks to make a defining creative statement. Why Monsters Inc. Mike and Sulley to the Rescue at Disney California Adventure may now stay open longer than expected. How the potential delay impacts the proposed Avatar-themed expansion and why some fans question whether the IP fits the park. A breakdown of attraction counts across Walt Disney World parks and the renewed debate over whether Animal Kingdom currently offers enough rides to justify a full-day visit. How recent closures and construction projects are affecting crowd flow and guest perception at Animal Kingdom. The surge of AI-generated Disney character meet-and-greet images online and how they may be misleading guests planning their trips. For this episode's full show notes, ⁠click here⁠. HOSTS Eric Hersey – X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@erichersey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@erichersey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Lauren Hersey – X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@laurenhersey2⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lauren_hersey_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOLLOW – DIS & HERS Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DisAndHers.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@disandhers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@disandhers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dis and Hers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dis & Hers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOLLOW – JIM HILL MEDIA Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JimHillMediaNews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited & Produced by Eric Hersey – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strong Minded Agency⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠reach out today.⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Eisner returns to the Disney spotlight in a surprisingly candid, long-form interview that has fans buzzing. Lauren and Eric break down Eisner's comments on park pricing, Bob Chapek, AI, and the future of Disney leadership - plus what it means in today's theme park landscape. Then, the Savannah Bananas bring Banana Ball back to Disneyland, and Lightning Lane Premier Pass sells out for seven straight days at Walt Disney World. Is Disney's most expensive skip-the-line option here to stay? HIGHLIGHTS Michael Eisner sits down with Graham Bensinger for his most in-depth Disney interview in years, sharing candid thoughts on leadership transitions, pricing, and the modern company. Eisner describes the Chapek era as “a marriage made in hell” while praising Bob Iger's succession and leadership instincts. Disney confirms a $1 billion AI investment and partnership with OpenAI, with plans to explore internal tools, advertising analytics, and controlled character licensing for AI-generated content. Lightning Lane Premier Pass sells out for seven consecutive days at Magic Kingdom during Presidents Day week, with prices reaching up to $449 per person plus tax. The Savannah Bananas return to Disneyland on March 26, bringing Banana Ball energy, cavalcades, and castle-front performances to both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure. The Bananas' fan-first model, viral growth, and MLB stadium sellouts make them a natural marketing match for Disney's experiential brand strategy. For this episode's full show notes, ⁠click here⁠. HOSTS Eric Hersey – X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@erichersey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@erichersey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Lauren Hersey – X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@laurenhersey2⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lauren_hersey_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOLLOW – DIS & HERS Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DisAndHers.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@disandhers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@disandhers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dis and Hers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dis & Hers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOLLOW – JIM HILL MEDIA Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JimHillMediaNews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited & Produced by Eric Hersey – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strong Minded Agency⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠reach out today.⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here is your Daily Disney News for Thursday, February 19th, 2026 - Disney's Animal Kingdom introduces a new conservation-themed experience with interactive exhibits and hands-on activities focused on wildlife conservation, perfect for nature enthusiasts. - Disneyland Tokyo's Cinderella Castle is receiving stunning refurbishments, enhancing your visit with new lighting and sound effects, ensuring unforgettable nighttime experiences. - Disney+ launches "Behind the Magic: Imagineers Unveiled," a series offering a behind-the-scenes look at the creativity and innovation of Disney parks' creators, showcasing their animatronic and architectural work. - Disney California Adventure's Incredicoaster gets a fresh storyline with new visual effects, ensuring an action-packed adventure with the Incredibles family for thrill-seekers. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.

In this episode we visit all of the ways to go Soarin' From the original - Soarin' Over California, to Soarin' around the World, and the incoming Soarin' Across America, we discuss the history and many versions of this staple in Disney California Adventure and EPCOT This episode is sponsored by AriasTransportation  Book your theme park vacations and save money by visiting our partners at Get Away Today 

Send a textJoin Amanda and Kevin as they recap their experience at the D23 Spotlight Series: 25 Years of Disney California Adventure. In this episode, we highlight the first of two panels, where they shared behind-the-scenes stories about how DCA was created and some of the Imagineers and Artists who made it all possible.Join us in our completely free Discord https://discord.gg/4nAvKTgcRnCheck out all of our amazing sponsors!Getaway Todayhttps://www.getawaytoday.com/?referrerid=8636If you want to book a Disney Vacation, please use our friends at Getaway Today. Also, if you call 855-GET-AWAY and mention Walt's Apartment, you will get a special dose of magic Where In The Park The Podcast-“Discover the history behind the details of Disney parks and more on the Where In The Park podcast”https://whereinthepark.comCheck Out Sunken City Designs - from the mind of Louis Medinahttps://sunkencitydesigns.bigcartel.com

Send a textKaCHOW!  In this special episode of Walt's Apartment Presents, join Amber and Shawn as they sit down with Disney Parks superfan Jon Hale, who has ridden Radiator Springs Racers at Disney California Adventure an unbelievable 15,000 times!What started as a love for Cars Land turned into an incredible Disney milestone that's caught the attention of Cast Members and guests alike. Amber and Shawn dive into how it all began, what keeps him racing back, his favorite moments on the track, and what it's like becoming part of Radiator Springs history.From Lightning McQueen launches to high-speed finishes through the Cadillac Range, this is a deep dive into dedication, Disney magic, and one of the most beloved attractions at the Disneyland Resort.Strap in — this one's full throttle.We hope you enjoy the view from Walt's Apartment. Join us in our completely free Discord https://discord.gg/4nAvKTgcRnCheck out all of our amazing sponsors!Getaway Todayhttps://www.getawaytoday.com/?referrerid=8636If you want to book a Disney Vacation, please use our friends at Getaway Today. Also, if you call 855-GET-AWAY and mention Walt's Apartment, you will get a special dose of magic Where In The Park The Podcast-“Discover the history behind the details of Disney parks and more on the Where In The Park podcast”https://whereinthepark.comCheck Out Sunken City Designs - from the mind of Louis Medinahttps://sunkencitydesigns.bigcartel.com

We just got back from a packed Disneyland trip over Super Bowl weekend… and somehow ended up there for Disney California Adventure's 25th anniversary.In this episode, we break down:• The $5 million popcorn cart at Magic Kingdom• Staying at Pixar Place Hotel for the first time• Rope-dropping Indiana Jones and dominating Fantasyland• Why mobile ordering saved us HOURS on the 25th anniversary popcorn bucket• Getting absolutely drenched in the FRONT ROW of Tiana's Bayou Adventure• Letting our older boys babysit so we could ride together• Paint the Night vs. Disney World parades (yes… we said it

Lauren is back from Disneyland and this trip was packed with celebration!  From experiencing the excitement of the 70th Anniversary Celebration to attending the fan-favorite Sweethearts' Nite, she shares all the highlights, tips, and honest takeaways from her visit. And that's not all — she also dives into the vibrant flavors, entertainment, and festive atmosphere of Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure. In this episode, she covers:

Welcome to Episode 200 of the Talking Disney Podcast.    In this episode, we talk a little about the Super Bowl, Disney California Adventure turns 25, D23 Gold Member advanced screening of Hoppers, Josh D'Amaro named the new CEO, plus more. Finally, James shares his experiences at the latest MiceChat Gumball Rally.    Thanks for listening! Check out our new Linktree site! All of our social media and important links are in one location.  Like us on Facebook: @TalkingDisneyPodcast Follow us on X: @TalkingDisney Follow us on Instagram: @talkingdisneypodcast Follow us on TikTok: @talkingdisneypodcast Subscribe on YouTube: @TalkingDisneyPodcast Email us: talkingdisneypodcast@gmail.com Website: www.talkingdisneypodcast.com Check out The Disney Podcast Group on Facebook - www.facebook.com/groups/TheDisneyPodcastGroup 

Disney is having a moment and this episode covers three very different reasons why. Eric and Lauren dig into the surprise ratings success of The Muppets' 50th anniversary special, break down why Marvel's Wonder Man quietly became a sleeper hit on Disney Plus, and wrap things up with a look at Disney California Adventure's 25th anniversary and the popcorn bucket chaos that came with it. From broadcast TV demos to streaming strategy and park optics, this one moves fast and covers a lot of ground. HIGHLIGHTS The Muppets' 50th anniversary special delivers strong ABC ratings and wins the key 18–49 demo Why those numbers matter to advertisers and what they could mean for a potential weekly revival The Sabrina Carpenter bump and how celebrity guests factor into Muppets nostalgia and reach Bob Iger and Josh D'Amaro spotted at Disneyland and the symbolism of that park appearance Marvel's Wonder Man emerges as a sleeper hit with critics and viewers despite minimal marketing Why a lower-budget, character-driven Marvel series may point to a smarter streaming future Disney California Adventure turns 25 and sparks long lines thanks to a high-tech Ferris wheel popcorn bucket The ongoing reseller debate and whether Disney should crack down harder on merch flippers For this episode's full show notes, ⁠click here⁠. HOSTS Eric Hersey – X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@erichersey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@erichersey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Lauren Hersey – X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@laurenhersey2⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@lauren_hersey_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOLLOW – DIS & HERS Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DisAndHers.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@disandhers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@disandhers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dis and Hers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dis & Hers⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ FOLLOW – JIM HILL MEDIA Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JimHillMediaNews⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/JimHillMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited & Produced by Eric Hersey – ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Strong Minded Agency⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠reach out today.⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Disney California Adventure is officially 25 years old! With that, we're taking a look back at some big spots in its storied history, our earliest memories in the park, and finally give our thoughts on a popular question: is it really even "California" Adventure anymore? Save on your next trip through our friends at Get Away Today - https://www.getawaytoday.com/tickets/disneyland-resort?referrerid=7594 Subscribe and follow us for more! Facebook - @Disneyland4Ever Instagram - @disneylnd4evr Threads - @disneylnd4evr Like what you hear? Offer your support by buying us a churro: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/disneyland4ever

The Boring Company has been selected to build an underground transit system connecting Universal Orlando's parks, EPCOT's Flower and Garden Festival 2026 details are here, Avengers Campus expansion hits a major milestone at Disney California Adventure, and Six Flags Gold Passes now include 11 West Region parks. Plus: Disney Wish heads to Europe for the first time and a new Disney Princess collection from Bath and Body Works drops tomorrow.

This week we're celebrating Disney California Adventure's 25th Anniversary!  We talk about events attended, the energy that day, and how far DCA has come with a look back at the memories, glow-up, and milestone in real time.

It's hard for even the most devout Disney Apologist to forgive what was the original Disney's California Adventure. With a troubled budget from the start, and perhaps the wrong theme for millions of people already living in California, this failed on so many levels when it came out the gate. It certainly didn't help that it was being built across arguably the greatest park ever built. And yet in the shadows of Disneyland, there is really something magical about Disney California Adventure and with time and investment, it has come around to being the 5th most popular theme park in North America, behind Magic Kingdom, Disneyland, Epcot & Disney's Hollywood Studios, and yet ahead of Disney's Animal Kingdom, and every Universal Busch Gardens, Sea World and Six Flags park in the country. It's been a long 25 years, but with big new attractions coming, Disney California Adventure stands to compete in big ways moving forward. Join us as we celebrate Disney California Adventure! _____________________________________________________ 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. My newest 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. ________________________________________________________ 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, Jeff and Julia (from the Pal Around Podcast) go back in time to 2001 and take a stroll through the opening days of Disney's California Adventure in celebration of its 25th anniversary. Listen to our memories, anecdotes, and a few rare sound bytes as we pay homage to Anaheim's second Disney gate. As a special bonus, we take a quick trip back to the 2013 PNW Mouse Meet to revisit a classic Mousetalgia interview with Imagineer Kevin Rafferty about his work developing Cars Land for DCA. All this - and much more!

Jim and Lauren break down Disney's latest merch moves, where experiences become collectibles and collectibles become strategy. From an emotional towel animal turned cruise ship plush to popcorn buckets that literally demand attention, this episode covers how Disney is driving hype across price points. Then, in the feature, Jim digs deep into the long, misunderstood history of Disney California Adventure's giant wheel and why it has always been more controversial than fans remember. NEWS • Disney Cruise Line introduces Eevee, the towel-animal-inspired plush debuting exclusively onboard starting February 8 • A new Pixar Pal-A-Round interactive popcorn bucket celebrates Disney California Adventure's 25th anniversary with swinging gondolas and lighting effects • EPCOT Festival of the Arts unveils an interactive Figment popcorn bucket, complete with removable, color-changing paintbrush • Disney cracks down on resellers with all-sales-final policies at Character Warehouses and cast member stores • High fashion meets fairy tales with the Victor & Rolf Cinderella collector doll, debuting during Paris Fashion Week FEATURE • The Pixar Pal-A-Round is not a Ferris wheel but an eccentric wheel, and that distinction matters • Why Disney fans long believed Walt Disney hated Ferris wheels, and where that myth really came from • From the Chicago World's Fair to Disneyland's State Fair, how spinning rides shaped Disney park design • The behind-the-scenes reason icons like the Partners statue exist and what they were meant to prevent HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Lauren Hersey - IG: @lauren_hersey_ | X: @laurenhersey2 FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR This episode of I Want That Too is brought to you by UnlockedMagic.com, your go-to source for great deals on Disney and Universal theme park tickets. If a 2026 trip is on your radar, Unlocked Magic helps you lock in prices early, stress-free, and with expert guidance from people who know the parks inside and out. Visit UnlockedMagic.com to start planning today. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, the next Disneyland After Dark events are going on sale, transportation around the resort is going to get complicated, DCA is turning 25, Celebrate Soulfully is honoring the heritage of Black leaders, artists, and thinkers, we talk about the big changes at the top of the Walt Disney Company with Alex from Backside of Water, 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 next two Disneyland After Dark Nites are finally going on sale this week. Starting on Thursday, February 5th, at no earlier than 9am Disneyland time, tickets will be available to the public for Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite and Star Wars Nite. Tuesday and Wednesday tickets will be open for Magic Key Holders. Disney Channel Nites will take place on April 12th, 14th, and 16th. This year, Penny Proud from “The Proud Family” will join other Disney Channel characters. Star Wars Nites will take place on April 28th, and 30th, and May 4th, and 6th. Tickets are still available for Disneyland After Dark: 70 Years of Favorites on March 3rd and 5th. – https://www.micechat.com/430670-disneyland-news-bus-shutdown-dca-25-anniversary-after-dark-dates/ The Anaheim Transportation Network, which runs the Anaheim Regional Transportation – or ART service, along with the Eve service to John Wayne Airport, and the FRAN or Free Rides Around the Neighborhood service, will be winding down service by March 31. Not only do the ART busses service a lot of the area hotels, but they also transport guests from the Toy Story Parking Lot to the resort. This leaves guests needing to walk, take a ride share, or rent a car to get from their hotels to the resort. Disneyland said in a statement that they are aware of the situation and are actively exploring next steps. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/atn-shutting-down-march-2026/ https://www.micechat.com/430670-disneyland-news-bus-shutdown-dca-25-anniversary-after-dark-dates/ In just a few days on February 8th, Disney California Adventure will turn 25! To celebrate, park guests will get a commemorative park map while supplies last. Starting February 6th, a Pal-A-Round popcorn bucket will be available that lights up and looks like the Pal-A-Round. Soarin' Over California is also returning until July 1, when the new Soarin' Across America will premiere. Mickey and Minnie will also get a new outfit, inspired by the Sunshine Plaza, which stood where Buena Vista Street does today. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/california-adventure-25th-anniversary-offerings/?CMP=SOC-DPFY26Q2wo0129260009G Celebrate Soulfully returns this year with Celebrate Gospel concerts in Downtown Disney on February 20th and 21st, and February 27th and 28th. New this year, a heritage trail across the resort will celebrate influential Black leaders, artists, and thinkers. On Main Street, Disney Legend Martha Blanding, whose book is our book club pick, musician Scott Joplin, and Frederick Douglass will be honored in a window. Other honorees are locatred in New Orleans Square, look for Disney animator Ron Husband. At Tiana's Palace, Leah Chase, the inspiration for Tiana is celebrated. In Tomorrowland, former astronaut Guion S. Bluford Jr., and in Frontierland, musician Dom Flemons. Over in DCA, on Buena Vista Street, Disney Legend Floyd Norman, in Hollywood Land Austin Taylor, Disney Visual Effects Animator Marlon West, Disney Lightning Supervisor Olun Riley, and Imagineer and Inventor Lanny Smoot. Contemporary artist Nikkolas Smith will be honored at the Downtown Disney Stage. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/ways-to-experience-celebrate-soulfully-this-black-history-month-at-disney-parks/ https://www.micechat.com/430670-disneyland-news-bus-shutdown-dca-25-anniversary-after-dark-dates/ A slow moving refurbishment in Downtown Disney is finally making some progress. The walls on the left side of the Lego store has finally come out from behind construction walls. The new Prince Philip fighting dragon Maleficent looks great, even though the base is not make of Lego bricks. The area also has some permanent umbrellas and creator space for guests. – https://www.micechat.com/430670-disneyland-news-bus-shutdown-dca-25-anniversary-after-dark-dates/ In Avengers Campus, the Ancient Sanctum has been quiet since the Doctor Strange show ended there last year. There are now pop up experiences like that are showing up in the Sanctum, like a story time with Loki and Thor. This is similar to the story time with Deadpool, but more family friendly. 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In this episode of Geeks Corner, hosts Mr. Daps and Caitie discuss the recent appointment of Josh D'Amaro as the new CEO of the Walt Disney Company, exploring his journey within the company and his vision for the future. They also delve into the revival of The Muppet Show, highlighting its nostalgic elements while embracing modernity. Additionally, they celebrate the 25th anniversary of Disney California Adventure, reflecting on its evolution and significance in Disney history.THE WEEK IN GEEKDisney Announces Josh D'Amaro as New CEO with Dana Walden as President and Chief Creative Officer https://dapsmagic.com/2026/02/josh-damaro-to-be-next-disney-ceo-with-dana-walden-as-president-and-chief-creative-officer/ Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner Congratulates Incoming Disney CEO https://dapsmagic.com/2026/02/former-disney-ceo-michael-eisner-congratulates-incoming-disney-ceo/ A New Chapter of Magic: Josh D'Amaro and Dana Walden Lead the Way https://dapsmagic.com/2026/02/a-new-chapter-of-magic-josh-damaro-dana-walden-lead-the-way/ It's Time to Meet The Muppets…Again!  https://dapsmagic.com/2026/02/its-time-to-meet-the-muppets-again/ Disney California Adventure 25th Anniversary https://dapsmagic.com/tag/disney-california-adventure-25th-anniversary/ 

Send us a textIt's hard to believe, but Disney California Adventure is turning 25 this month — and we're celebrating the milestone on this week's episode of Imagine That!Join Amanda and Kevin as they take a quick walk through the park's bold beginnings, controversial changes, and incredible glow-up over the past two and a half decades. Then it's time for a round of Armchair Imagineering as we dream up new enhancements for two of DCA's most atmospheric lands: Hollywoodland and Grizzly Peak.What could make the park's next 25 years even more magical? We've got ideas — and we'd love to hear yours, too.Join us in our completely free Discord https://discord.gg/4nAvKTgcRnCheck out all of our amazing sponsors!Getaway Todayhttps://www.getawaytoday.com/?referrerid=8636If you want to book a Disney Vacation, please use our friends at Getaway Today. Also, if you call 855-GET-AWAY and mention Walt's Apartment, you will get a special dose of magic Where In The Park The Podcast-“Discover the history behind the details of Disney parks and more on the Where In The Park podcast”https://whereinthepark.comCheck Out Sunken City Designs - from the mind of Louis Medinahttps://sunkencitydesigns.bigcartel.com

This week, we ask if there's a "big game" connection to Stranger Things, additional thoughts on Leslie Iwerks' newest documentary 'Disneyland Handcrafted', LEGO Peter Pan's Flight, a miniature Pirates of the Caribbean scene, plus, Disney California Adventure is turning 25 and we checkout some of the merch coming for the celebration. Listen now at: https://www.podketeers.com/606 or watch this episode at: YouTube.com/Podketeers   Our most frequently requested links can be found at: https://www.podketeers.com/links/   Help us make a difference!  Teamboat Willie is the official charity team of the Podketeers Podcast. For more information on the charity that we're currently supporting, head to: http://www.teamboatwillie.com   Check out our series of Armchair Imagineering episodes here:  https://www.podketeers.com/armchair-imagineering/ --- Join the FGP Squad Family! Support for Podkeeters is provided by listeners and viewers like you! We like to call our supporters our Fairy Godparents (they call themselves the FGP Squad). You can find more info on how to become part of the FGP Squad family by going to:  https://www.podketeers.com/fgp --- We're on Discord! Join other members of our community and us on our Discord server! Use the invite link below to join us: https://discord.gg/gG8kJ2a ---  

We're gearing up for our next Disneyland trip, but Disney just made a move that has us seriously scratching our heads. In this episode, we talk through the removal of early entry for Disneyland hotel guests and why it feels like a huge loss for families staying on property.We break down how Lightning Lane actually works at Disneyland versus Disney World, why the current perks don't feel worth the price, and how this change impacts trip strategy when you're traveling with kids. Plus, we share our excitement about being at Disney California Adventure on its 25th anniversary, including the merch, food, nostalgia, and why this park has completely won us over.If you've ever wondered whether staying on property at Disneyland is still worth it, this episode is for you.

Our 25 Favorite Things About Disney California Adventure We all know Disneyland is in the midst of their big 70th Anniversary Celebration. But it's not the only west coast Disney Park that has a big birthday party ahead. Disney California Adventure Park is getting set to kick of festivities to celebrate 25 years of welcoming guests. So, we decided this week to join in the fun, as well. That's right! We're sharing Our 25 Favorite Things About Disney California Adventure. There's so much we love about this park and we're going to tell you about many of those things to help kick off the fiesta! Disney Stories of the Week Once we complete our time discussing Our 25 Favorite Things About Disney California Adventure, it's time for the Disney Stories of the Week. We're recording early to get set for our trip to the west coast. So, we don't have a lot to share. However, we do have a big Disney Cruise Line deal that you're definitely going to want to know about. Certainly, that's not all. As always, we wrap it all up with tips that might help you on your next Disney vacation.   If you have any comments, questions, or requests to cover a particular topic, please feel free to Contact Us!   We also invite you to join the positive fun in our Hyperion Adventurers Facebook Group as well as our Hyperion Mornings on YouTube for a daily dose of live positive chat!   Thanks for listening! Cheers!

Bob Iger is planning to step down as Disney CEO before the end of 2026. Plus, Darth Vader and the original trilogy are coming to Galaxy's Edge, DCA celebrates its 25th anniversary with Soarin' Over California returning, and DINOSAUR closes forever this weekend. In today's episode:

Planning a 2026 Disneyland trip without drowning in tabs? We've got you. We walk through the year's biggest dates and smarter strategies, calling out the can't-miss festivals, the ride overlays that actually change your day, and the cultural moments that add heart to the parks. If you're torn between a spring food crawl or a fall haunt, this guide helps you pick your window and build a plan that fits your style and stamina.We start with early-year standouts: Lunar New Year at Disney California Adventure brings Mulan's procession, the Hurry Home pre-show before World of Color, character attire, and yes, irresistible food booths. February layers in Celebrate Soulfully with live gospel on the Downtown Disney stage and a heritage trail spanning both parks. We flag runDisney weekend as a crowd mover and give a quick reality check on what's included with a regular ticket versus extra-cost events. Anaheim Ducks Day pops in late February with limited wristband photo ops and a lively fan rally.Spring is where flavor leads. The California Adventure Food & Wine Festival (Mar 6–Apr 27) delivers chef demos, beverage seminars, tight LA studio bands, and the Sip and Savor play that makes tasting more wallet-friendly. We share a pro tip for the resort egg hunt: grab the keepsake when you pick up the map to avoid backtracking. Then come the Star Wars choices: Hyperspace Mountain returns Apr 28, while May 22 marks The Mandalorian and Grogu joining Smugglers Run and a looser Galaxy's Edge timeline. If you want thrills now or fresh canon later, your timing matters.Summer stretches the 70th celebration with park-wide decor, new character looks, and a Main Street theater exhibit featuring a surprisingly emotive Walt Disney animatronic. June 19 brings HBCU drumlines to Downtown Disney for a thunderous set you'll feel in your bones. On July 2, Soarin' Across America returns for the nation's semiquincentennial, likely feeding patriotic holiday surges. Fall ushers in Halloween Time from Aug 21–Oct 31 with Haunted Mansion Holiday, Cars Land overlays, nighttime projections, and seasonal snacks, before holidays begin Nov 18 with festive decor, parades, and fireworks. Along the way, we keep an honest eye on crowds, mobile order tactics, and where merch will tempt you most.If this helped you plan smarter or dream bigger, follow the show, share it with a Disney friend, and leave a quick review so more fans can find us. Got a 2026 trip on the books? Tell us your dates and what you're most excited to see.----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Threads, Facebook, Twitter: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

Eureka! Buena Vista! World of Colah! CARS. The early 2010s ushered in a new era of Disney California Adventure. One full of warmth, richness, and a golden state of mind. The glistening Buena Vista Street and scenic wonders of Grizzly Peak ignited a new love for the great state of California, while the majesty of Cars Land took us back to a Route 66 we never knew. How lucky we are to experience it all in DCA 2.0. Join Kirk & Freddy as they fill up at Condor Gas on a grizzly new episode of Eureka!Listen to full episodes every Windsday and topic-only uploads on Big Thunder Thursdays!InstagramTrammin' - https://instagram.com/TramminPodcastChristian Rainwater - https://instagram.com/imrainwaterMusicLocal Forecast - Elevator Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Trammin' - The Disneylanders, Addy DaddyUsed with permission.Character Art & AnimationNadia Dar - https://nadsdardraws.carrd.co/Trammin.comTrammin' is written without the use of Artificial Intelligence.©Trammin' - A Disneyland Podcast

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Episode #436 - Join hosts Kristen, Aljon, and Cat as they explore the exciting culinary and entertainment updates coming to Disneyland in 2026. The trio discusses the expansion of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, which will feature characters from across the Star Wars timeline accompanied by John Williams' iconic scores, as well as recent leadership changes at Lucasfilm with Dave Filoni at the helm. They dive into an array of new food offerings celebrating Disneyland's 70th anniversary, from savory innovations like the Hot Honey Chicken Waffle and Sweet Heat Beignet Chicken Sandwich to refreshing beverages like Joffrey's Shaken Jamaican Cold Brew, plus plant-based options and indulgent desserts. Throughout the episode, the hosts emphasize how music, atmosphere, and creative dining experiences combine to create magical park memories, while encouraging listeners to embrace the evolving food scene and share their feedback. Stay tuned for their upcoming episode on Lunar New Year celebrations at Disney California Adventure for even more delicious Disney dining insights. PLUS the latest Disney Travel Deal!Book your vacation today! Email: kristen@magicaljourneysvacations.com !SOCIAL MEDIA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://facebook.com/diningatdisneypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/diningatdisney⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/DiningatDisney⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/diningatdisney⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kristen Hoetzel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/diningatdisney/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Cat Arcori -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/cat_astrophe/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- Producer - Aljon Go⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.instagram.com/aljongo/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Intro - World Map by Jason Farnham. Photos courtesy of Disney Parks. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AFFILIATE LINKS: ⁠⁠Stitch In Time⁠⁠ offers t-shirts, magnets, and more! Use promo code DiningatDisney to save 10% off - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RIVERSIDE.FM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GATOR FRAMEWORKS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠KINGDOM STROLLERS ORLANDO⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AMAZON⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DISNEY STORE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GARDEN GROCER

On this episode of The Case For with Chris Cox, Jim Hill convenes court in a flooded courtroom to debate one deceptively big question - which Disney park entrances actually work best. With Len Testa mysteriously missing in action, Jim and Chris take listeners on a globe-spanning tour of arrival sequences, retail corridors, and first impressions, from rope-drop chaos to architectural storytelling. Along the way, they explore how Imagineering intent sometimes collides with real-world park operations and why those first few minutes inside the gates matter more than you think. HIGHLIGHTS • Why Disney's park entrances function like the opening moments of a movie or stage show • The intentional slow reveal of Disney's Animal Kingdom and why it frustrates rope droppers • How Main Street U.S.A. sets expectations differently in Anaheim vs. Walt Disney World • Tokyo Disneyland's oversized walkways and the surprising impact of World Bazaar's glass roof • The evolution of Disney California Adventure's entrance from postcard concept to Buena Vista Street HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Chris Cox - IG: @magiccox | X: @bigcox | Website: magiccox.com FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Disney California Adventure is turning 25, Lunar New Year details, a certain honey-loving bear is turning 100, Downtown Disney parking is getting easier, you could win a trip to Disneyland, construction continues to prepare for Coco and Avengers attractions, Producer James joins us to play some games, 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: This February, Disney California Adventure will turn 25! To celebrate this milestone, Magic Key holders can pick up a magnet set commemorating the event. This will be part of a “Fun and Sun” event area that offers nostalgic photo opportunities, encounters with “familiar friends,” and more. The event will take place in the Hyperion Theater Courtyard near Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout. Key holders will need to join a virtual queue in the Disneyland app to access the area. This will be available from 2pm to 8pm February 5th through February 15th. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/magic-key-disney-california-adventure-25th-event/ It is almost that time of year again when Disney California Adventure celebrates Lunar New Year! 2026 is the Year of the Horse, so Horace Horsecollar will be included in the festivities. Returning this year is all the Lunar New Year food, which we will cover in SnackChat, Mulan's Lunar New Year Procession, and Hurry Home – A Lunar New Year Celebration, which is a pre-show for Wold of Color – Happiness. – https://www.micechat.com/429670-disneyland-update-holiday-exit-shoulder-season-scramble-monorail-mishegoss/ https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/magic-key-lunar-new-year-2026-offerings/ On October 26, 1926, a very popular bear arrived on the scene to eat as much honey as possible. Winnie the Pooh was first published on that date, making 2026 the 100th anniversary. To celebrate, a number of merchandise items, ranging from clothing, to housewares, to accessories, and more are coming to the resort. The merchandise line can be found on DisneyStore.com in addition to the parks. – https://www.micechat.com/429686-hip-hip-pooh-ray-for-winnie-the-poohs-100th-anniversary-merchandise/ Last week we talked about how Imagineering is 3D printing props for attractions in the parks. One has already been installed in Disneyland and is easy for guests to take a look at. The outrigger canoe across the water from the loading dock for the Jungle Cruise was printed from the previous canoe that was in the location, along with photos from the 1960s as a reference. – https://www.micechat.com/429670-disneyland-update-holiday-exit-shoulder-season-scramble-monorail-mishegoss/ Cathy's Cookies, which had been in Downtown Disney in the past as a food truck, is getting a permanent kiosk. The kiosk is installed and could open at any time. Cathy's Cookies sells tubs, and sleeves of chocolate chip cookies, cookie dough, coffee and hot chocolate, milk, and cookie sundaes. – https://www.micechat.com/429670-disneyland-update-holiday-exit-shoulder-season-scramble-monorail-mishegoss/ Guests parking in the Downtown Disney parking area next to the Pixar Place Hotel have a new, more convenient way to pay. Guests can now scan the QR code on their parking ticket to pay through their mobile device. This should improve the traffic flow exiting from the parking area and through the parking booths. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/downtown-disney-parking-lot-updates-payment-options/ Last year, Disney+ and Hulu launched a perks program to encourage subscribing. For 2026, Disney+ subscribers can enter to win a vacation for four to Disneyland. The trip includes airfare, ground transportation, three nights at the Concierge-level at a Disney hotel, four, 4-day Park Hopper tickets, a Disney gift card valued at $500, and a VIP tour guide for 8 hours. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disney-plus-perks-win-a-trip-to-disneyland/ With the start of the new year, there is a lot of activity happening to get ready to start construction on the new Coco attraction at DCA. The sidewalk that borders Pixar Pier and Disneyland Drive is closed to clear vegetation to make way for the attraction. Avengers Campus is also continuing to make progress, with more structural steel being installed. – https://www.micechat.com/429670-disneyland-update-holiday-exit-shoulder-season-scramble-monorail-mishegoss/ In the first of a couple of stories related to attractions having bad days, the Disneyland Monorail lost power on January 8th, which resulted in guests needing to be evacuated by the Anaheim Fire Department. The Anaheim Police Department said that about 60 guests were trapped in the attraction. Passengers were reportedly stuck from around 3:30 in the afternoon to 7 in the evening. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2026/01/08/60-people-evacuate-monorail-after-power-failure-in-disneyland/#more-1096887 Last Wednesday, another attraction was not operating at its best. A log on Tiana's Bayou Adventure completely filled with water, soaking guests in the process. Guests were evacuated from the log and no injuries were reported. – https://www.micechat.com/429670-disneyland-update-holiday-exit-shoulder-season-scramble-monorail-mishegoss/ Another live action remake of a recent classic has been cast. Teagan Groft has been cast as Rapunzel, and Milo Manheim landed the role of Flynn Rider. Kathryn Hahn is in consideration to play Mother Gothel, but no official announcement yet. The movie does not have a release date at this time. – https://www.micechat.com/429670-disneyland-update-holiday-exit-shoulder-season-scramble-monorail-mishegoss/ SnackChat: For Anaheim Ducks Day on February 22nd, there are some treats you'll want to grab as they are one-day only! – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2026/01/09/3-limited-time-snacks-announced-for-disneyland/#more-1097121 Sweethearts Nite Dining Packages – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2026/01/08/menus-revealed-for-dining-packages-at-disneys-2026-sweethearts-nite-events/#more-1096629 Lunar New Year – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-foodie-guide-to-lunar-new-year-at-disneyland-resort-2026/ Discussion Topic: Games with Producer James Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start with fireworks, end with gratitude—that's the arc of a year that took us from Aulani sunsets and Alaska glaciers to hospital hallways and a comeback cruise. We pull back the curtain on twelve trips, a few legendary mishaps, and the wins that made 2025 feel both impossible and unforgettable.We revisit the Junior Theater Festival in Sacramento and the hidden gem that is Stage Nine's Disneyana trove. We talk first impressions of the Disney Treasure, why Trader Sam's remains a ritual, and how the Grand Californian turned a busy week into slow mornings. Then the plot twist: an aortic aneurysm that led to open-heart surgery, a deep-breath recovery, and a return to sea on the Disney Magic from San Juan to Galveston—with a sun-drenched stop at Lookout Cay. Add a total knee replacement to close the year and you've got a masterclass in pacing, patience, and planning.Looking ahead, we share the 2026 lineup: a concierge stay aboard the Disney Magic, Sterling's performance at Disney California Adventure during Food & Wine, and a seven-night Eastern Caribbean on the Disney Destiny that swaps routine ports for St. Martin, San Juan, and Lookout Cay. We'll catch July 4th fireworks from a Polynesian bungalow and maybe sneak in the US Open in New York, Halloween scares we missed last time, and a holidays finale split between the Big Island's volcano views and an Aulani New Year. Along the way, we dig into podcast stats—20,000 downloads, global listeners, and a surge fueled by guest stories and community energy—plus practical tips on staying smart in parks and on ships.Hit play to laugh at the mishaps, borrow our itineraries, and pick up strategies for making big trips feel doable. If you've got a Disney story to share or a cruise on the horizon, we'd love to have you on the show. Subscribe, leave a quick review, and tell a friend who still thinks FastPass exists—then drop us a note with your 2026 dream trip.----Adventures & Mousecapades is a passion project from Alicea & Nathan Novak - two Seattleites addicted to The Mouse. We are not affiliated with Disney, nor are we travel agents. Opinions are our own.Instagram, Threads, Facebook, Twitter: @ourmousecapadesOurMousecapades.compodcast@ourmousecapades.com

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Would Ana choose Disney Cruise Line's Disney Wish or Disney Adventure? Does Tammy choose Tokyo Disney or her beloved Disney California Adventure? And why is it so hard to choose these days? Find out these answers and more as the girls play "Would You Rather" Disney Vacation Edition. Thank you for listening!Spend your Wednesdays with Tammy, Ana, and Alex as they spill the tea over planning elevated Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, or Adventures by Disney vacations. We are concierge travel agents with Fantastical Vacations. For help with your next Disney vacation, as well as Universal, cruise lines, all-inclusive resorts and more, you can email us at theteaatthed@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/theteaatthed/As well as: Alex: https://www.instagram.com/happilyeverafteralexandra/Ana: https://www.instagram.com/twinmomonmainstreet/Tammy: https://www.instagram.com/howfarillgotravel/For suggestions for future episodes, comments, or questions, you can email us at Theteaatthed@gmail.com

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PART II: Flight 48: Author and industry veteran, Thea Lifetime Achievement Recipient, and former President of Walt Disney Imagineering, Bob Weis. When Bob Weis joined WED Enterprise in 1980, Disney owned two theme parks. Forty-five years later, Disney operates twelve parks worldwide and Bob Weis played a role in at least half of them, including Epcot, Tokyo Disneyland, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Walt Disney Studios Parc, Disney California Adventure, and Shanghai Disneyland. After a short stint at his own firm, (Bob) Weis Design Island (WDI!), and Gensler, Bob is now a successful author, having recently published his autobiography, "Dream Chasing," and his first work of fiction, "Ghost Dog." Set your pocket watch now to join us as Bob climbs aboard the time machine to relive the trials and tribulations of overseeing the design and production of multiple Disney theme parks and being one only four individuals to ever hold the title of president of the world's first and most beloved themed entertainment design company.

Here is your Daily Disney News for Sunday, December 28th, 2025 - Tokyo Disneyland is unveiling "Frozen Ever After," a new attraction inspired by "Frozen," perfect for winter. - Disney California Adventure is launching "Taste of California," a culinary event showcasing local flavors and top chef creations. - Disney+ will release "Kingdoms of Imagination," a documentary series exploring Disney's parks and attractions' creativity and innovation. - Walt Disney World Resort is preparing a spectacular New Year's Eve celebration with fireworks and entertainment across all theme parks. Have a magical day and tune in again tomorrow for more updates.

Join A Couple Of Park Hoppers as we take you along on for PART ONE of our first-ever trip to Disneyland in California!

This week, a look behind the scenes on how Disneyland transforms a land for the holidays, the new Magic Key calendar released, a popular attraction is getting it's first refurbishment, guests can send letters to Santa Cars in Cars Land, we talk about a little known version of Tomorrowland that never was, 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. Howard Johnson – http://www.wyndhamhotels.com/hotels/01051?corporate_id=1000098677 News: The Disney Parks YouTube channel is at it again with a new glimpse behind the curtain to show what it takes to get Cars Land ready for the holidays. In the latest Disney Unscripted episode, they follow the crew that transforms the land from Halloween to Christmas overnight. From warehouse to park and all the work to get completed in one night before the guests show up in the morning, this video shows it all. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/cars-land-halloween-holiday-transformation/ Disney has posted the availability calendar for the new Explore Magic Key that we spoke about last episode. The new key will have extended availability in the summer, opening up a lot of days in June and July that the Enchant Key was blocked out for. There are some other dates that are blocked out on the new key, so take a look at the link in the show notes if you are interested in comparing. – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/passes/blockout-dates/ The standard refurbishment for Haunted Mansion after the holiday season has an end date. January 23rd will be the return of the classic Haunted Mansion variation. Also added to the refurbishment list for the first time is Star Wars Rise of the Resistance. It will enter refurbishment on January 20th, with no current return date. – https://www.micechat.com/428675-disneyland-news-construction-portos-rise-of-the-resistance-haunted-mansion/ Navigation around the park after nighttime spectaculars might be a little easier to see. New electronic signs have debuted that give guests directions on where to go to get to certain locations in the park. This replaces the cast members yelling directions, or the dimply lit handheld signs that were previously used. – https://www.micechat.com/428675-disneyland-news-construction-portos-rise-of-the-resistance-haunted-mansion/ A fun activity is available in Cars Land. Inside of Sarge's Surplus Hut, there is a display with a red mailbox. At this mailbox, you can write a letter to Santa Car. Mater will then take everyone's letters to Santa Car to the North Pole, along with his friend Lightning McQueen. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/12/14/confirmed-this-might-be-the-best-holiday-thing-you-can-do-in-a-disney-park/ A small version of “it's a small world” appeared on the Disneyland Instagram this week. The video showed off a model of the classic attraction in the park, in front of the full-sized attraction. The video goes on to show the creation of the miniature, which features 120 individual bushes, trees, and shrubs, and took over 200 hours to create. The miniature is on display in the small world toy shop. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-small-world-model/ As we reported last week, work has finally begun on the new Porto's location in Downtown Disney. Construction walls have gone up and encircle the ticket booths on the Disney California Adventure side of the west esplanade. This is a great sign of progress. Another area slow to redevelopment has been the old ESPN building, which now has signage up for lululemon! The old Tortilla Jo's location, which has been sitting stagnant since demo finished in the summer, is still happening, but waiting on permits with the city to continue. Construction here should hopefully resume soon. – https://www.micechat.com/428675-disneyland-news-construction-portos-rise-of-the-resistance-haunted-mansion/ SnackChat: Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/downtown-disney-district/jazz-kitchen-coastal-grill-patio/menus/ Discussion Topic: Tomorrowland Star Wars Retheme – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-star-wars-retheme-concept-art-from-doug-chiang/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, new merchandise is coming for the 70th anniversary, the Jonas Brothers celebrate Christmas in a new movie, with photo ops at the park, Porto's has finally started to make progress, TikiLand Day has been announced for 2026, Magic Key changes, we finish our conversation with Lyndsey about the Disney Destiny, 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. Howard Johnson – http://www.wyndhamhotels.com/hotels/01051?corporate_id=1000098677 News: With the Disneyland 70th Celebration continuing in the new year, there is even more merchandise being released! The Vault and Castle collections are getting new items like Tinker Bell on a women's tee, trinket tray, or notepad and pen. More apparel in this collection will feature designs inspired by the early days of Disneyland. The castle collection will offer a new Spirit Jersey, women's tee, and pine set. – With the Disneyland 70th Celebration continuing in the new year, there is even more merchandise being released! The Vault and Castle collections are getting new items like Tinker Bell on a women's tee, trinket tray, or notepad and pen. More apparel in this collection will feature designs inspired by the early days of Disneyland. The castle collection will offer a new Spirit Jersey, women's tee, and pine set. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/celebrate-happy-with-disneyland-70th-anniversary-merchandise/ Disneyland is getting in on the festive new movie from the Jonas Brothers for Christmas. A Very Jonas Christmas Movie will have a photo op at Disney California Adventure, and at the Disneyland Hotel. Hotel guests can also catch a screening of the movie. Weeklyteers at home can catch the movie on Disney+ and Hulu. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/a-very-jonas-christmas-at-disney/ Construction has started on the future home of Porto's Bakery & Cafe in Downtown Disney. The Disney Parks Blog has released new concept art of what the new location will look like once it is completed. This location will be the first Porto's with sit-down table service and a full bar. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/your-ultimate-guide-to-downtown-disney-district-at-disneyland-resort/ Tiki fans rejoice! The 6th annual TikiLand Day will be on Sunday, April 26th, 2026 from 9am to 4pm at Disneyland. The day will be filled with tiki fun, tiki fashion, tiki art, and escapism. More information will be released in the future, so check out the link in the show notes to stay updated! – https://www.tikilandtrading.com/pages/tikiland-day Magic Keys have become a little more interesting this past week. The Enchant Key will be discontinued starting on January 13th, and it will be replaced with the Explore Key. The Explore key will cost $999 and include 4 theme park reservations, up to 10% off on select merchandise and dining, 25% off parking in the Toy Story Parking Area, and 25% off Lightning Lane Multi Pass. The new pass, along with the Imagine Key will go on sale January 13th. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/12/04/new-magic-key-pass-announced-for-disneyland/ This weekend was the 2025 Candlelight Processional at Disneyland. As usual, Town Square was transformed into an outdoor venue to hold the event. This year's guest narrator was “Coco's” Benjamin Bratt. – https://www.micechat.com/428308-disneyland-news-candlelight-magic-key-changes-themed-suites/ With the recent release of Zootopia 2, stars Ginnifer Goodwin and Ke Huy Quan visited the Indiana Jones Adventure at Disneyland. This was extra special for Quan, who got his movie start in the 1984 Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, where he played Indy's kid sidekick, Short Round. Both actors rode while being filmed with the challenge to not react during the attraction. To see the result, check out the link in our show notes. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/ke-huy-quan-ginnifer-goodwin-indiana-jones-adventure/ Magic Key Holders can pick up a couple of new, refillable popcorn buckets at Disneyland. The Disney California Adventure 25th anniversary bucket features Mickey and Minnie with a 25th logo for the celebration. There is also a Disneyland Park 70th Celebration bucket. Both buckets offer $2.25 refills from January 13th through February 24, 2026. This excludes flavored popcorn. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-magic-key-popcorn-buckets-2026/ SnackChat: Splitsville Luxury Lanes – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/downtown-disney-district/splitsville-restaurant/menus/ Discussion Topic: Owner of Conciears Lyndsey Wells' experience on the christening of the Disney Destiny – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmBNBST2pVo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, an Austrailian favorite is coming to Disneyland, a full year of events and happenings have been posted for 2026, Candlelight processional dates, new and holiday characters are all over, kids save some money this summer, we talk to Lyndsey about the christening of the Disney Destiny, 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 have younger children, or just love Austrailian kids shows, will be happy to hear that Bluey is coming to Disneyland in 2026! Bluey and her sister Bingo will be on stage in the Fantasyland Theatre, along with some comedic actors and musicians, to bring music and games from the Bluey show to life. The new show premieres on March 22nd. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/bluey-and-bingo-coming-to-disney-experiences/ Last year, Disney did a great job announcing the first half of the year's events at the end of 2024. This time, we get the entire year of events! The first of the announcements is that the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration will run through August 9th, 2026. All of the 70th entertainment will return in January. This includes “The Celebrate Happy Cavalcade,” “Wondrous Journeys” nighttime spectacular, “Paint the Night” parade, and Mickey, Minnie, and the gang in their 70th attire. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disneyland-resort-2026-calendar-events-and-offers/ Starting January 23rd through February 22nd, Lunar New Year will return to Disney California Adventure. 2026 is the Year of the Horse, so Horace Horsecollar will be appearing during the festivity. Celebrate Gospel also returns on two weekends on February 20th and 21st, and February 27th and 28th. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disneyland-resort-2026-calendar-events-and-offers/ Anaheim Ducks Day returns this year on February 22nd. Anaheim Ducks players, and Wild Wing will be making appearances throughout the day. Moving into March, the 6th sees the return of the Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival, which runs through April 27th. Nothing new has been announced for this event at this time. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disneyland-resort-2026-calendar-events-and-offers/ Star Wars fans will be excited to blast off on a new adventure starting May 22nd, when Millennium Falcon Smugglers Run gets a new adventure with the Mandalorian and Grogu. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disneyland-resort-2026-calendar-events-and-offers/ On July 2nd, the new version of Soarin' will debut at Disney California Adventure. The new Soarin' Across America premieres just in time to celebrate the 4th of July. No new details on where the new path will take you, but it is sure to be a fun update to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/12/02/date-announced-for-soarin-ride-changes-at-disneyland/ Returning to Downtown Disney is Disney On the Yard – Yardfest: Powered by Celebrate Soulfully on June 19th. The event celebrates the spirit and traditions found at historically Black colleges and universities, along with drum majors and Drum Major Mickey Mouse. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disneyland-resort-2026-calendar-events-and-offers/ A couple of one-off days that are happening are the return of D23 Day at Disneyland on August 13th. This is a one-day event celebrating D23: The ultimate Disney Fan Event that takes place the next three days. Disney Jr, Let's Play! Party returns August 13th through the 16th. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disneyland-resort-2026-calendar-events-and-offers/ Finally, the last big celebrations have official dates as well. Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort runs August 21st through October 31st. Oogie Boogie Bash will return for a record 33 dates throughout the season. Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure Park will run August 21st through November 2nd. Holidays at the Disneyland Resort begins November 18th, with no end date announced. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disneyland-resort-2026-calendar-events-and-offers/ On to news that is happening this holiday season, the Candlelight Processional has official dates. December 6th and 7th at 5:30pm and 7:45pm both evenings. For all the details and how you can grab a spot to watch this, check out episode 266 where we talk to Patrice who got to attend. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/11/25/confirmed-dates-revealed-for-the-candlelight-processional-at-disneyland/ https://www.micechat.com/428028-disneyland-update-candlelight-time-avatar-takeover-looms-meet-your-robot-overlords/ There are a lot of new and holiday characters out and about at the resort. Officer Clawhauser, Judy Hopps, and Nick Wilde are meeting and greeting in the Hollywood Backlot. Deadpool has returned for the holidays in the Hyperion courtyard next to Avengers Campus, where he tells some holiday tales like only Deadpool could. Isabela and Luisa have been meeting and greeting in Plaza de la Familia. After dark, guests can see Chewbacca in his Life Day robe near the Millennium Falcon. – https://www.micechat.com/428028-disneyland-update-candlelight-time-avatar-takeover-looms-meet-your-robot-overlords/ A holiday tradition has returned to the Grand Californian lobby. The gingerbread house this year took 720 hours to create with 530 pounds of gingerbread, 480 pounds of powdered sugar, 60 pounds of fondant, 45 pounds of dark chocolate, 40 pounds of white chocolate, and 32 pounds of rice cereal treats. There are 25 hidden Mickeys to find. – https://www.micechat.com/428028-disneyland-update-candlelight-time-avatar-takeover-looms-meet-your-robot-overlords/ A ticket deal is coming for Summer 2026. This ticket offer is for kids, ages 3 to 9, to visit the resort for $50 per child with park hopping. There are also two and three day ticket options, priced at $100 and $150. Tickets are valid May 22nd through September 7th, 2026. – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/offers-discounts/kids-summer-ticket-offer-2026/ SnackChat: Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/downtown-disney-district/black-tap-craft-burgers/menus/lunch-and-dinner/ Discussion Topic: Owner of Conciears Lyndsey Wells' experience on the christening of the Disney Destiny – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmBNBST2pVo Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Disneyland After Dark events announced for 2026, a chance to see a new documentary before the general public, Dick Van Dyke is turning 100, D23 2026 member gifts announced, mobile order changes at the resort, purchasing tickets might become less predictable, we finish our conversation with Paul Briggs, 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: Disneyland After Dark is coming back for 2026, with a new nite, along with some returning popular nites. New for 2026 will be Disneyland After Dark 70 Years of Favorites, which Disney describes as “weaving together the best of Disneyland happenings, including nods to favorite musical moments, shows, and characters.” Returning nites include Sweetheart's Nite, Disney Channel Nite, Star Wars Nite, and Pride Nite. Sweetheart's Nite will take place on 9 nights from late January to February 17th, with a new “Celebrate Love Cavalcade” and “Once Upon a Dream – A Musical Journey Through the Disney Songbook” featuring live singers and Disney royalty that ends with a ball underneath the stars. 70 Years of Favorites will take place on March 3rd and 5th, and feature swing dancing at Royal Theatre in Fantasyland, a Videopolis Dance Party at Tomorrowland Terrace, line dancing at The Golden Horseshoe, sentimental photo opportunities, and characters from days gone by. Tickets for both these events go on sale for Magic Key holders on December 9th, with general ticket sales starting on December 11th. Disney Channel Nite will take place on April 12th, 14th, and 16th, Star Wars Nite will span 4 dates on April 28th, April 30th, May 4th, and May 6th. Finally, Pride Nite will happen on June 16th and June 18th. - https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/dates-and-details-for-disneyland-after-dark-events/ https://www.micechat.com/427679-disneyland-news-holiday-hights-lows-pricing-woes-talking-tree/ Leslie Iwerks has a new documentary on Disneyland coming out named Disneyland Handcrafted. The documentary will premiere for general audiences on Disney+ later this winter, but D23 members can see it early in January! Tickets to the event include a conversation with Leslie Iwerks and other Disney Company people prior to the screening, a screening of Disneyland Handcrafted in the main theater on the Disney Studios Lot, an after-screening reception with light snacks and refreshments, and a commemorative event credential. To get tickets, visit the link in the show notes. Tickets go on sale December 5th. - https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/d23-premiere-disneyland-handcrafted-documentary/ Disney Legend Dick Van Dyke will be turning 100 in December! Fans are organizing a Dick Van Dyke 100th Birthday Fan Meetup at Disneyland on December 21st. Guests can dress up to honor the legend, with a group photo at 11am at Sleeping Beauty Castle, a group ride on King Arthur's Carousel at 11:30, lunch at Jolly Holiday at noon, and the Pearly Band at 1pm. - https://www.instagram.com/p/DRP3jSuknT6/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== D23, the Official Disney Fan Club, has announced the member gifts for 2026. Members at the D23 Gold Choice or Complete plan will receive the 2026 membership kit, plus their choice of exclusive D23 premium items. These items include a Sorcerer's Apprentice Mickey Mouse Collector Statue, Loungefly x Disney Oswald Backpack & Ears Bundle, RSVLTS x Disney Shirt, or D23 Gold Member 10-Piece Pin Box Set. D23 Memberships are available as Gold Member Essential, which for $49.99/year gets the membership kit only, Gold Member Choice at $119.99/year gets the membership kit and one premium item, or the Gold Member Complete at $329.99/year, which gets the membership kit and all four premium items. - https://d23.com/d23-in-2026-epic-events-outstanding-offerings-and-memorable-moments-to-come/ Mobile order has expanded over the last few years to a lot of locations at the Disneyland Resort. This past week, locations were removed from the service. Disney's Wonderful World of Sweets in Downtown Disney, Pooh Corner, and Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen in Disneyland, Bing Bong's Sweets, and Trolley Treats in Disney California Adventure are no longer using the system. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/11/22/news-mobile-order-removed-from-some-locations-on-disneyland-app/ Buying tickets to the Disneyland Resort might start to look more like booking tickets on an airline in the coming years. Dynamic pricing, or the ability for Disney to change the pricing depending on several factors throughout the day, week, or year, is already in place at Disneyland Paris, and according to Disney Chief Financial Officer Hugh Johnston, might be coming to the US parks. Ultimately, this will remove flat-rate pricing for specific days, and go to a range of prices for a day, which can vary based on attendance and weather, to name a few. - https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disney-parks-dynamic-pricing-coming-to-domestic-parks/ As the expansion to Avenger's Campus continues, Walt Disney Imagineering has shared a behind-the-scenes look at the recent progress, which includes the canopy connecting Avenger's Infinity Defense and Stark Flight Lab being assembled. There is still no official opening date for these additions, but progress is moving quickly. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/11/20/new-behind-the-scenes-look-at-disneys-avengers-campus-expansion/ Weeklyteers who like Disneyland and McDonald's Happy Meals are in for a treat! To continue the 70th anniversary celebration of Disneyland, the two giants are partnering to offer 70 Happy Meal toys starting on December 2nd. Two toys will be provided in each Happy Meal and should run through January 12th. The toys feature figures from Disney Animation, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars. A couple of parks specific toys are the Hatbox Ghost, and Sleeping Beauty Castle in regular and gold variations. - https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-70th-happy-meal-toys/ Walt Disney Imagineering is helping communities rebuild after the devastating fires that burned through the region earlier this year. $5 million dollars are being allocated to Altadena's Charles White Park, which will feature a new community center, and an enhanced playground. Enhancements will include play areas inspired by Altadena's Deodar Cedar pinecones, a splash pad, bridges, boulders, slides, swings… and what looks like a grove of giant clovers which might be from the old Bug's Land. - https://www.micechat.com/427679-disneyland-news-holiday-hights-lows-pricing-woes-talking-tree/ Olaf coming to Disneyland Paris and Hong Kong Disneyland. - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EoPN02bmzrE https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRcmtaHChvF/?igsh=MXN2d2t1aHBiaGxw SnackChat: Disney Recipe Ideas for Thanksgiving Leftovers - https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/disney-eats-thanksgiving-leftovers-recipes-from-disney-parks/ Lunch coming to River Belle Terrace - https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-river-belle-terrace-adds-lunch/ TriviaLand: Pirates of the Caribbean ride through - https://youtu.be/SakgAjh6xc4?si=FsCigo3y89B7dePE Discussion Topic: Director, Animator, and Tiki Enthusiast Paul Briggs - https://instagram.com/paul_briggs_tiki https://archive.org/details/the-illusion-of-life-disney-animation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. 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This week, the new addition to Storybook Land is open, the Disney Christmas special is coming to ABC and streaming, A fun holiday character is wandering Downtown Disney, Pixar Place celebrates 30 years of Toy Story, we talk to Director, Animator, and Tiki Enthusiast Paul Briggs, 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: This past Friday Storybook Land Canal Boats reopened with the new Tangled scene in the attraction. As guests pass by the tower during the day “When Will My Life Begin?” will play, with “I See the Light” playing after dark. The tower itself fits right in with the rest of the attraction and looks great! - https://www.micechat.com/427319-disneyland-update-wet-weather-holiday-lights-leadership-fights/ https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/storybook-land-canal-boats-tangled/ The Christmas Special that was taped at the park last month has an air date on ABC, and Disney+, Hulu, and Disney YouTube. December 1st at 8pm eastern Derek Hough will host The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular, streaming the next day. The special will have appearances by Gwen Stefani, Coco Jones, Aloe Blacc, Good Charlotte, Mariah the Scientist, Nicole Sherzinger, Iam Tongi, Bebe Rexha, Tricia Yearwood and more. Special looks of upcoming movies, and performances from the Disney Parks will also be featured. - https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/disney-holiday-special-brings-star-studded-performances-across-parks-and-resorts/ A new interactive element has made its way from Disney Springs to Downtown Disney. Douglas Fir, a Christmas tree character, and not just a tree type, has begun making appearances around the shopping district. Douglas interacts with guests verbally, while rolling around the district. He is around daily at 11:30am-12pm, 12:30pm-1pm, and 1:30pm-2pm. - https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/douglas-fir-makes-disneyland-debut/ The Pixar Place Hotel is celebrating 30 years of Toy Story with a gallery featuring the Art of Toy Story 30 Years and Beyond. The Great Maple also created a Toy Story themed confection made with 70 pounds of premium chocolate manufactured in France. - https://www.micechat.com/427319-disneyland-update-wet-weather-holiday-lights-leadership-fights/ Magic Key holders have some limited time experiences and savings coming for the holiday season. A “Letter to Santa” PhotoPass opportunity will be available from November 14 through December 20th from 1:30pm to 7:30pm at the Toontown Firehouse. The reserved dining area across from Blue Sky Cellar will return for the Festival of the Holidays, along with a special Sip and Savor Pass design for Key Holders. Commemorative pins and merchandise will also be on hand, exclusive to Magic Key holders. - https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-magic-key-holiday-2025-perks/ Zootopia 2 premieres in theaters November 26th. Clawhauser, the Zootopia Police Department's desk clerk, will be meeting and greeting guests in Disney California Adventure starting November 24th. Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde will still be on hand as well. In addition, a new Zootopia 2 experience premiered in the Animation Academy with the addition of Gary De'Snake. - https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/clawhauser-disneyland-resort-california-adventure-zootopia-2/ If you count on your coffee from Starbucks in Downtown Disney, you may need to plan an alternative. Baristas from the Downtown Disney location have been on the picket line to improve labor practices. Starbucks Workers United represents 12,000 workers at 650 locations, including the Downtown Disney location. Until the strike is over, the location will remain closed. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/11/10/downtown-disney-starbucks-suddenly-closed/#more-1082514 SnackChat: Wetzel's Pretzels - https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/downtown-disney-district/wetzels-pretzels/menus/snack/ Ballast Point - https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/downtown-disney-district/ballast-point-brewing-company/menus/lunch/ Discussion Topic: Director, Animator, and Tiki Enthusiast Paul Briggs Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Listen in as we explore the sites, sounds, and the FOOD at Disney California Adventure for the Holidays in 2025.  This is part 2 of our Holiday deep dive, so be sure to check out last week's episode if you missed it. This episode is sponsored by AraisTransportation.com    For the best deals on Disneyland tickets, and all Theme Park Vacations, visit our partners at Get Away Today

This week, the holidays are about to start at Disneyland, which means candy canes, upgrading a Magic Key just got easier, an opening date for two attractions, new themed suites are at Pixar Place, Life Day is coming again this year with some updates, we talk about our amazing experience dining at Club 33, 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 holidays are nearly here, which means that it is candy cane season at the Disneyland Resort. This year, Candy Palace in Disneyland will have hand made candy canes starting November 28th, with 9 dates ending on December 24th. Trolley Treats in Disney California Adventure will have them starting November 29th, with 9 dates ending on December 25th. For the exact dates, head on over to the link in our show notes. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/11/09/disneylands-famous-candy-canes-are-back/#more-1082358 https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-2025-candy-cane-distribution-dates/ Upgrading a Magic Key has just become way easier! Magic Key holders can now upgrade their Magic Key to a higher pass level through Disneyland.com or the Disneyland app. Previously, you could only upgrade in person at the parks. In addition to this news, Inspire and Believe keys are still available for purchase or upgrade. Enchant and Imagine keys are still open for renewals only. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/11/05/youre-going-to-love-this-new-change-to-the-disneyland-app/#more-1080986 We finally have an opening date for Storybook Land Canal Boats and Casey Jr. Circus Train. November 14th, which is also the start of the busy holiday season, will see the return of these two classic attractions. In addition to the refreshed experience, there will be a new Tangled section of Storybook Land. Cast members have been seen testing the boats and train through the area, and practicing the updated script. – https://www.micechat.com/426590-disneyland-news-christmas-crunch/ Pixar Place is about to get two new themed suites that guests can book. The new rooms are themed to Coco and the Incredibles. Reservations for the suites are open for stays starting in December, 2025. The Coco suite features Oaxacan-style architecture, terracotta tiling, Mexican artisan quilted and woven pieces, a fireplace, and more. The Incredibles suite is themed to mid-century modern, with a hand scanning prop at the entrance, super-inspired touches and special effects, including a spy phone, hidden messages, and more. – https://www.micechat.com/426590-disneyland-news-christmas-crunch/ November 17th is a very special day for Wookies in the Star Wars Universe. It is Life Day. For the last several years, Star Wars Galaxy's Edge has celebrated this event. This year, Chewbacca will be appearing for a limited time in his Life Day best, which includes a red cloak, and a Life Day Orb. A number of food offerings and merchandise will also be available to celebrate Life Day. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/life-day-chewbacca-coming-to-disneyland/ https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-merchandise/life-day-merchanidse-available-disneyland-2025/ https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/star-wars-life-day-menu-disneyland/ Last week, Earl of Sandwich Tavern closed permanently in Downtown Disney, with the main sandwich shop closing a day later. As of now, the only place to get an Earl sandwich in Downtown Disney is the temporary food truck near Star Wars Trading Post. The new, permanent location, which will include Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby is expected to open sometime this winter. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/temporary-earl-of-sandwich-closing-at-downtown-disney/ SnackChat: Holiday Foodie Guide – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-foodie-guide-to-holidays-at-disneyland-resort-2025/ Discussion Topic: Lunch at Club 33 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We are back in Disneyland here in Anaheim, California! After two and a half years, it's amazing being back in one of our favorite places to visit. On today's Disney podcast, we are taking you with us as we explore Disneyland and Disney California Adventure for the day before we check into our conference this […] The post Disneyland and Disney California Adventure – On the Go appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

This week, Magic Key holders get some treats each week in November, Deadpool is coming back for the holidays, some attractions are returning, construction for Coco could be starting, a new pin for the Key to Disneyland, half marathon medals release, we talk to producers Vern and James about our trip, 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: Magic Key holders have something new and exciting coming this holiday season. Disneyland will be giving out a new set of collectible trading cards celebrating the holidays. Each week from November 3rd to November 27th a new card will be released. Cards are limited to one per Magic Key, per week. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-teases-new-magic-key-holiday-trading-cards/ Last holiday season, Deadpool came to Disney California Adventure to share some stories with a Deadpool spin on them. He is coming back for this holiday season, with possible appearances by Wolverine. Also returning this season, with a new look, is Jack Skellington as Sandy Claws. A new Jack Skellington look debuted this Halloween in New Orleans Square. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/holiday-characters-to-spot-at-disneyland/ https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disney-parks-reveal-new-sandy-claws-meet-and-greet-character/ Big Thunder has been under refurbishment since September, and it has reopened this past weekend. No major changes have been reported on the refreshed attraction. Another attraction that has been down for a while is getting closer to opening as well. Storybook Land Canal Boats have the walls down and trains have been seen on the Casey Junior track. This could mean a reopening soon. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2025/11/02/disneyland-quietly-reopens-big-thunder-mountain-railroad-after-two-month-closure/#more-1079934 https://youtu.be/HrqF8Q1Li5Y?si=ugIWjm-XH8Si26aY&t=186 A confidential demolition permit has been filed by the Disneyland Resort for Disney California Adventure. Since the permit is confidential, there are no details, but Scott Gustin was able to confirm through his sources that this is for the upcoming Coco attraction. Construction on this attraction is scheduled to start this fall. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/dca-coco-permits/ The Key to Disneyland Experience has a new final pin option for completing the unlocking throughout the park. A new gold and blue key design has been added as a 10th pin available through the experience. It appears that the other pins are switching from a silver finish to a gold finish as well. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/key-to-disneyland-10th-reward-pin/ The Disneyland Half Marathon will be kicking off at the end of January, so, of course, we have some new medal designs. Joy is on the 5K, Sourcerer's Apprentice Mickey is on the 10K, “it's a small world” kids are on the Half Marathon, Dumbo and Timothy Mouse are on the Dumbo Double Dare, the Partners Statue is on the runDisney Coast to Coast, and Stitch is on the Kids Races medals. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/2026-disneyland-half-marathon-weekend-medals/ This past week, Disneyland laid off approximately 100 cast members across several teams. The resort explained that they are reorganizing their operations. The positions were salaried, and not any hourly cast members. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-lays-off-100-cast-members-october-2025/ https://www.micechat.com/426327-disneyland-news-holiday-layoffs-construction-park-updates/ Hurricane Melissa severely impacted Jamaica, which Disney Cruise Line sails to for some itineraries. The Walt Disney Company has committed $1 million to assist cast and crew in the region, as well as UNICEF, World Central Kitchen, and Good360 who are providing relief in the country. – https://www.micechat.com/426327-disneyland-news-holiday-layoffs-construction-park-updates/ https://www.facebook.com/dclcrewandcommunity/ SnackChat: Festival of the Holidays Foodie Guide – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-disney-festival-of-holidays-at-disneyland-foodie-guide-2025/ Churro Talk With Vern Discussion Topic: Producers Vern and James' Oogie Boogie Bash Experience Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Jim Hill and Len Testa discuss Disney's newest attraction update — Soarin' Across America, debuting at EPCOT and Disney California Adventure in 2026 — and what it means for the company's strategy ahead of the U.S. 250th anniversary. They also break down the just-released TEA Global Attendance Report and what the latest theme park numbers reveal about Disney, Universal, and the post-pandemic recovery. The new Soarin' Across America film and why Disney's betting on nostalgia over novelty Key takeaways from the 2024 TEA Global Attendance Report — who's up, who's down, and why Disney Cruise Line's new discount strategy and survey data collection The surprising link between Disney tech and U.S. military innovations The unbuilt Legend of Sleepy Hollow attraction that could have haunted the Magic Kingdom From ride refreshes to record books, Jim and Len explore how attendance trends, patriotic tie-ins, and spooky forgotten projects all shape Disney's next chapter. SHOW NOTES Unlocked Magic Unlocked Magic, powered by DVC Rental Store and DVC Resale Market, offers exclusive Disney & Universal ticket savings with TRUSTED service and authenticity. With over $10 MILLION in ticket sales, use Unlocked Magic to get the BIGGEST SAVINGS. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Jim Hill and Len Testa discuss Disney's newest attraction update — Soarin' Across America, debuting at EPCOT and Disney California Adventure in 2026 — and what it means for the company's strategy ahead of the U.S. 250th anniversary. They also break down the just-released TEA Global Attendance Report and what the latest theme park numbers reveal about Disney, Universal, and the post-pandemic recovery. The new Soarin' Across America film and why Disney's betting on nostalgia over novelty Key takeaways from the 2024 TEA Global Attendance Report — who's up, who's down, and why Disney Cruise Line's new discount strategy and survey data collection The surprising link between Disney tech and U.S. military innovations The unbuilt Legend of Sleepy Hollow attraction that could have haunted the Magic Kingdom From ride refreshes to record books, Jim and Len explore how attendance trends, patriotic tie-ins, and spooky forgotten projects all shape Disney's next chapter. SHOW NOTES Unlocked Magic Unlocked Magic, powered by DVC Rental Store and DVC Resale Market, offers exclusive Disney & Universal ticket savings with TRUSTED service and authenticity. With over $10 MILLION in ticket sales, use Unlocked Magic to get the BIGGEST SAVINGS. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Mike, Pam and Rikki are back taking our show topic from our listeners headed out to Disneyland here soon! We discuss how to spend 3 hours in each Disneyland and Disney California Adventure when it comes to top attractions, both table-service and quick-service dining and snacks not to miss! How do you think we did? Please share your thoughts over on the Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse. We hope you enjoy today's podcast!  Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast. Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.   Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

It's been two and a half years since we were last at Disneyland! On today's Disney Podcast, we are looking forward to our upcoming trip out to Anaheim, visiting Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, and Downtown Disney. We're talking about everything we are most looking forward to when we head out to the West Coast to […] The post The Ultimate Disneyland Countdown: Our Top 50 Must-Dos appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.