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If you were considering a trip to Disneyland or Walt Disney World this summer, you might want to check out all the deals Disney offers!  Whether you are a Magic Key holder, Disney Visa member, or subscribing to Disney+, there is a way to save money.  We'll also talk about the recent reveal of pictures for the Disney Destiny, and the new special on Disney+ about the Disney Treasure.  Star Wars Celebration Japan has concluded, and now we can look forward to Star Wars Celebration in 2027.  — Email us at: mousearsinparadise@gmail.com Website: https://www.mouseearsinparadise.com — ( 0:16 ) Intro ( 2:24 ) Disneyland and Disney World Discounts ( 15:46 ) Disney Destiny Updates and Disney Treasure Special on Disney+ ( 23:05 ) Star Wars Celebration ( 26:14 ) Magical Moments

This week, a special night celebrating a Disney Legend, a new Disney Visa Cardmember perk, Downtown Disney getting into the Halloween spirit, an out of this world experience for Make-a-Wish families, a new dining package in Batuu, a Magic Keyholder sweet treat that is a steal, we talk about the history of the Monorail, and more!, 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 Bowers Museum will be celebrating Disney Legend Sam McKim's 100th birthday. The Sam McKim Centennial will take place on two dates at the Bower's celebrating what would have been Sam's 100th birthday. General admission is $100, which includes a pre-show of artwork, photos, artifacts, and film clips from Sam's Hollywood days, and an hour and a half presentation of Sam's life including a panel with Floyd Norman, Dorothy L. McKim, and Kim Irvine. Bill Cotter will moderate the panel. For full details and to get tickets to this event, visit the link in our show notes. – https://www.eventzilla.net/e/sam-mckim-centennial-celebration-2138648874 Disney Visa Cardmembers have a new perk at Disney California Adventure. In Hollywood Land, near stage 17 from 3pm to 6pm daily, cardholders will be able to experience a “heroic” exclusive meet and greet. You will need to show your Disney Visa card to a cast member to gain access. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/15/new-perk-announced-for-disney-visa-cardmembers/ The Downtown Disney LIVE! stage is getting into the Halloween spirit. A capella groups will be performing at the stage Friday through Sunday evenings now through October 31st. – https://www.micechat.com/398072-disneyland-update-star-wars-redo-tianas-debut-construction-in-view/ Last week, Disney hosted 19 children and their families as part of the Make-a-Wish “Blaze Your Path: A Star Wars Adventure” event. Children and their families were able to experience their own Star Wars adventure that ended with a show stopping experience. The finale was an entire story and adventure of the Resistance fighting the First Order. Rey, Vi Moradi, Chewbacca, Kylo Ren, and more were part of the show. The show included combat, lightsabers, and pyrotechnics. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/12/something-special-happened-in-disneys-star-wars-galaxys-edge-last-night/ and https://www.micechat.com/398072-disneyland-update-star-wars-redo-tianas-debut-construction-in-view/ Visitors to Batuu can now purchase a dining package to experience the Fire of the Rising Moons fireworks spectacular. Starting in November, Docking Bay 7 will offer a space-themed food and beverages. Included in the dining package will be a reserved spot to view the fireworks. Dates and pricing have not been announced. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/13/disney-just-announced-a-new-fireworks-dining-package/ Some additional accessories have debuted for the create your own headbands in the parks. Characters from Inside Out 2 can now be added to your collection. Joy, Sadness, and Anxiety are available at the Mad Hatter in Disneyland, or at Bing Bong's at DCA. – https://www.micechat.com/398072-disneyland-update-star-wars-redo-tianas-debut-construction-in-view/ Magic Key holders have an exclusive dessert that sounds crazy good! The Three Ice Cream Floats Sampler is available at the Golden Horseshoe for $8.99. The three floats include a root beer float, a Coke float with grenadine and maraschino cherries, and a Sprite float with grenadine and maraschino cherries. The portion size is plenty to share with a friend or two. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/09/09/this-10-disneyland-snack-may-be-the-best-deal-weve-seen-this-year/ There is a lot of construction happening around the parks at the moment. Here is an update on some of the changes. The #saveteresastrees in the esplanade have been moved back about 20 feet for better guest flow at the turnstyles. The Disneyland Railroad is continuing to get it's track replaced, and the Main Street Station is behind scrim and scaffold to get work done. At the Haunted Mansion, new queue elements are going up, the carriage house has taken shape, and new decorative elements, including the attraction sign have appeared at Tiana's Bayou Adventure. – https://www.micechat.com/398072-disneyland-update-star-wars-redo-tianas-debut-construction-in-view/ When we were in the parks in August, we noticed a refreshed water fountain near the Alice restrooms in Fantasyland. The fountain has not been adorned with an Alice bust and drink me bottle on top, and golden crowns at the top and around the bottom of the fountains. – https://www.micechat.com/398072-disneyland-update-star-wars-redo-tianas-debut-construction-in-view/ SnackChat: Milk Stand – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/milk-stand/ Docking Bay 7 – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/docking-bay-7-food-and-cargo/ Discussion: Disneyland Monorail – https://www.wdw-magazine.com/disneyland-monorail-history/ https://www.asme.org/wwwasmeorg/media/resourcefiles/aboutasme/who%20we%20are/engineering%20history/landmarks/115-disneyland-monorail-system-1959.pdf https://www.yesterland.com/monorail.html

Matt, his wife, and their 4-year-old daughter are frequent visitors to Walt Disney World. For their September trip, Matt attempted the Every Ride Challenge. That consists of riding all 50 operating rides at the time of the challenge while raising money for Give Kids the World. He shares his insights on Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party, crowds, weather, Bay Lake Tower vs. Polynesian, and Lightning Lane system revamp.   Post trip begins: 52 minutes   Matt shared financial information regarding his trip: He used airline miles for their flights. In total, that was paid $30 in taxes for 3 people round trip.   Hotel was covered by their DVC points, and the hotel the night before in Philadelphia was covered by a free night they had through the Marriott credit card.    Rental car through National was $365 for the 8 days in Orlando. He used a free rental day for their one way trip from Allentown to Philadelphia.    They cashed in their Disney Visa points to use for food, which they used for four table service meals and some quick service meals.    Total out of pocket spent for the entire trip was less than $800 (almost half of that was the rental car).   Links: Matt on X: @stoudty1 Every Ride Challenge on X: @RideEvery Walt Disney World Crowd Calendar 6 Step Disney World Planning Process   Leave me a message (including trip report submissions) Please use the SpeakPipe link below to leave us a message with your first name, location, and trip info. Be sure to include your exact trip dates, who is in your party, where you will stay, and anything unique about the trip. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo   Subscribe to get new episodes There are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep to Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone) Subscribe in iTunes  (and please leave a review!) Subscribe in Google Podcasts   Follow on social media Instagram Facebook Pinterest TikTok YouTube   Ways to support us Become a Patron Get a quote request for a future trip from Small World Vacations Subscribe to the WDW Prep School weekly newsletter Podcast Episode Finder WDW Prep Merch Visit the site Things we recommend   Affiliate Links: Amazon DVC Rentals Quicksilver Tours and Transportation Small World Vacations Designer Park Co - Use code “WDWPrep” to save 10%

Are you planning a trip to Disney World but unsure when to go? In this episode of Mouse Ears and Magical Chats, Jenny, Jess, and Mary Beth dive into the best times to visit the most magical place on Earth. We'll explore the pros and cons of each season, breaking down crowd levels, costs, and weather considerations for every month of the year. Whether you're looking for the least crowded times, the most budget-friendly options, or the best weather, we've got you covered. Plus, we bring you the latest Disney news, including the exciting new themes for this year's RunDisney Princess Run Weekend in February. Whether you're a seasoned Disney traveler or planning your first visit, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you plan the perfect Disney getaway. Tune in for all the magical details! For your own printable Crowd Calendar click here. Check out how to save with the Disney Visa or the Southwest card. Ready to book your vacation reach out to Jenny or Jess Check out the latest in our Poison Apple Shop to elevate your style!

Matt's late February trip to Disney World that included Princess weekend for runDisney was “amazing, beautiful weather, mix of family and friends, and a mix of ‘go' and ‘hold back.'” Listen as he shares about new experiences and seeing familiar attractions through his 4-year-old daughter's eyes.   Financials: Hotel $4700 (with 40% cast member friend and family discount) Flight: $950 Rental Car: $450 (includes car seat rental) Food: approximate $700   Matt redeemed Disney Visa points to help offset the cost of the hotel, and used gift cards that he accumulated to help with meals and souvenirs. The costs above are totals before discounts. Actual out-of-pocket dollars spent for food and hotel were less because of the discounted gift cards.    Post trip begins: At an hour   Links: Walt Disney World Crowd Calendar Disney World 101: The Ultimate First Timer's Guide Complete Guide to Disney World Dining  Disney World Touring Strategies 6 Step Disney World Planning Process   Leave me a message (including trip report submissions) Please use the SpeakPipe link below to leave us a message with your first name, location, and trip info. Be sure to include your exact trip dates, who is in your party, where you will stay, and anything unique about the trip. You can do that using your computer or phone at https://www.speakpipe.com/WDWPrepToGo   Subscribe to get new episodes There are a few ways to get new episodes of WDW Prep to Go (if you're used to listening on the website, subscribe so you can take new episodes with you on your phone) Subscribe in iTunes  (and please leave a review!) Subscribe in Google Podcasts   Follow on social media Instagram Facebook Pinterest TikTok YouTube   Ways to support us Become a Patron Get a quote request for a future trip from Small World Vacations Subscribe to the WDW Prep School weekly newsletter Podcast Episode Finder WDW Prep Merch Visit the site Things we recommend   Affiliate Links: Amazon DVC Rentals Quicksilver Tours and Transportation Small World Vacations Designer Park Co - Use code “WDWPrep” to save 10%

Join your tour guides Kris Banas, Justin Clark and Holly Wood Crawford as they talk about and share their best tips to beat the heat and stay cool on Main Street.  Plus the true benefit of Disney Visa, stage shows are 40 minutes of AC, staying hydrated is key, when Disneyland feels like winter and more! Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast for live shows every Thursday night, on Instagram at @grandcircletourpodcast  and on YouTube at @grandcircletour Brought to you by https://celebratingflorida.com/  and https://mei-travel.com/ The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy

This week, the Villas at the Disneyland Hotel have debuted, along with some new merch, a new nighttime show premiers, cast members get some cool Disney100 swag, a new legacy lightsaber preview, we talk about our upcoming trip, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. If you want some DLWeekly Swag, you can pick some up at https://www.dlweekly.net/store/. Book your travel through ConciEARS at no extra cost to you! Be sure to mention that you heard about ConciEARS from DLWeekly at booking! DISCOUNTS! We have partnered with the Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground to get great deals for our listeners! Book your stay at the Howard Johnson Anaheim and get 15% off your stay (code 1000022077)! Magic Key Holders get 20% off their stay (code 1000025935) as well! Book now! Need the perfect bag for your days in the parks? Look no further than Designer Park Co.! Purchase the Rope Drop Bag as featured on Episode 222 and get 10% off your purchase! Use coupon code DLWEEKLY to get the discount. If you want some awesome headwear or one of a kind items, be sure to visit our friends over at All Enchanting Ears! You can use the promo code DLWEEKLY10 to get 10% off your order! News: The Villas at the Disneyland Hotel opened this past week. This is the 16th Disney Vacation Club property to open. The new tower has 12 stories and 344 themed rooms. The rooms are highly themed to Disney Animation. The new Discovery Tower joins the other three towers at the Disneyland Hotel named after Fantasy, Adventure, and Frontier. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/09/now-open-the-villas-at-disneyland-hotel-at-disneyland-resort/ https://www.micechat.com/348519-the-villas-at-the-disneyland-hotel-photos-info-vacation-club/ With the debut of the new Discovery Disney Vacation Club Tower, there is also some accompanying new merch! Shirts, ears, magnets, pins, and more are available with simple, multicolored designs. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/09/full-list-with-prices-of-new-merchandise-for-the-villas-at-disneyland-hotel/ https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/10/disney-cast-members-and-employees-receiving-commemorative-disney100-nametag/ A new nighttime entertainment option has debuted to fill a small part of the gap left by Fantasmic! being dark. The Heartbeat of New Orleans – A Living Mural is a shorter show that makes up for it by performing multiple times each evening. For exact showtimes, check the Disneyland App. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/09/30/come-see-disneys-new-nighttime-show-with-us/#more-857745 Cast members will be getting a commemorative Disney100 nametag soon. The nametag is platinum colored, with a sparkling Disney100 logo across the center, with the cast member's name engraved in black. Guests won't see this nametag in the parks, as it is not part of the “Disney Look” and will not be worn by cast members. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/10/disney-cast-members-and-employees-receiving-commemorative-disney100-nametag/ The lounge that replaced Steakhouse 55 in the Disneyland Hotel has opened this week. The small location is the old bar section of the former restaurant and serves drinks and a limited menu. The lounge is open 5pm to midnight, with entertainment on select nights. – https://www.micechat.com/369295-disneyland-update-so-much-new-a-little-bit-of-boo-too/ Disney Visa Cardmembers who were looking for a deal on select hotel stays at Disneyland should get their cards out! Disney Visa card members can get 15% off hotel stays Sunday through Thursday nights from October 22nd through December 21st. Stays need to be booked by December 11th. This deal is not valid for select Concierge rooms, Signature or Premium suites, or 2- or 3-Bedroom Villas, or on previously booked rooms. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/09/26/new-discount-for-disney-visa-cardmembers-announced/#more-857020 Disneyland has a new set of Ambassadors now. Jada Young and Raul Aquina Rojas replace the previous Ambassadors Mark Everett King Jr. and Nataly Guzman Garcia representing the 34,000 cast members at the resort. They will represent the resort for 2024 through 2025. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/09/2024-2025-disney-ambassadors-of-disneyland-resort-revealed/ https://www.micechat.com/368930-disneyland-news-50th-ambassador-team-selected/ If you have ever wanted to blend Pina Colada and a beignet, you are in luck! Now through November 5th, Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill and Patio will offer the Pina-Ca-La-La Glazed beignet to Magic Key holders only! The beignet has the traditional Pina Colada flavor with tropical flavors of pineapple and coconut. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/09/28/disney-has-an-exclusive-pina-colada-beignet-that-you-have-to-see/#more-857148 A new Legacy Lightsaber Hilt will be available soon for guests at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. The Star Wars Rebels Kanan Jarrus hilt will be for sale in November, but is already on display for interested buyers. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/09/star-wars-rebels-kanan-jarrus-legacy-lightsaber-coming-soon-to-walt-disney-world-and-disneyland/ Discussion Topic: Oogie Boogie Bash Pre Trip Report https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/08/disney-eats-foodie-guide-to-halloween-at-disneyland-resort-2023/ This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Mickeyphile Podcast Episode 159- More discounts for Florida residents and  Disney Visa card holders are coming to Walt Disney World.  And so is Oswald the Lucky Rabbit.  And Mirabel and Bruno hit Magic Kingdom.  All this plus a bear, a fireworks party, and more.  On episode 159 of The Mickeyphile Podcast. Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/946434275769168/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mickeyphile_podcast/Music: “Mickeyphile Podcast Theme” copyright Scott Daves 2023

Welcome, foolish listeners - to this special Haunted-Mansion-54th-anniversary edition of Mousetalgia! Today, Jeff discusses autograph collecting, the pros and cons of collecting popcorn buckets, and a new Hat Box Ghost controversy! Plus, we celebrate the anniversary of the venerable Haunted Mansion, and Jeff shamelessly shares a Disney Visa offer (which you can find at https://www.referyourchasecard.com/200b/SQCWK227JK ).  Contact us at comments@mousetalgia.com

Saving Money at Disney Hotels New! Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe! If you're planning to visit Disney World this year or in 2024, definitely check out our Genie+ 101 episode! Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you at no cost to you as your travel agent. Bookings for 2024 are now open - get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today!  Episode Description On site Disney hotels are expensive - but there are ways to save money if you want to stay on site! On today's episode we break down all the ways you can save money on Disney hotels, plus we discuss why we think Disney will be offering discounts for their hotels for the foreseeable future. Bookmark this episode for next time you're booking on site Disney hotels! How do you like to save money when staying on site? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Facebook page. You can also follow us on Instagram now! Episode Notes 2:02 - On site hotel benefits 5:35 - Go during off peak times 7:35 - What is rack rate? 8:56 - Discounts offered by Disney 13:30 - Online travel agencies (Expedia, etc.) 16:13 - Miles and points (Disney Visa alternatives) 19:15 - Renting DVC points (JJT's tool) 24:18 - Bounceback offers 27:05 - Priceline Express/Hotwire 28:30 - Disney dos and don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link. If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page, or follow us on Twitter and Instagram! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.  

Dan and Holly sit dowsn with "Expert Travel Hacker" Ralph Liberatoscioli to learn how to fly to Orlando for Free! Plus, Holly wants to be able to earn points in Disney, Dan is literally losing money, and why the Disney Visa card is not a good idea. Lots of great information in this new episode! ----------------------- Be sure to visit Ralph's website https://pointscentric.com/about/  to learn more about him and his strategies. ----------------------- Follow us on Facebook at Disney Friends of the Grand Circle Tour Podcast for live shows every Thursday night, on Instagram at @grandcircletourpodcast  and on YouTube at @grandcircletour Brought to you by https://celebratingflorida.com/  and https://mei-travel.com/ The Grand Circle Tour Podcast is in no way part of, endorsed or authorized by, or affiliated with the Walt Disney Company or its affiliates. As to Disney artwork/properties: © Disney. Disclosure | Privacy Policy  

This week, more tricks than treats, a princess shows off a new look while a car finds his voice, hotel discounts, a large private Disney Parks collection, we talk about Lynn's recent trip to the parks, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. If you want some DLWeekly Swag, you can pick some up at https://www.dlweekly.net/store/. Book your travel through ConciEARS at no extra cost to you! Be sure to mention that you heard about ConciEARS from DLWeekly at booking! DISCOUNTS! We have partnered with the Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground to get great deals for our listeners! Book your stay at the Howard Johnson Anaheim and get 15% off your stay (code 1000022077)! Magic Key Holders get 20% off their stay (code 1000025935) as well! Book now! Need the perfect bag for your days in the parks? Look no further than Designer Park Co.! Purchase the Rope Drop Bag as featured on Episode 222 and get 10% off your purchase! Use coupon code DLWEEKLY to get the discount. If you want some awesome headwear or one of a kind items, be sure to visit our friends over at All Enchanting Ears! You can use the promo code DLWEEKLY10 to get 10% off your order! News It wouldn't be a popular Disney ticketed event release if there wasn't at least some hiccups. Last week Magic Key Holders were able to try to purchase a limited amount of Oogie Boogie Bash tickets on Tuesday June 27th with all other tickets going on sale to the general public on Thursday June 29th. The presale on Tuesday relativity went well, how ever the general sales on Thursday did not. The queue was paused shortly after it opened, leaving many Disney fans stuck waiting. Around 4:10pm PST the queue was officially closed. – Disneyland Update – Red, White & Boooooo! (micechat.com) Disney showed off a new outfit for Tianna that is fit for a bayou adventure! The princesse's new look was previewed at the Essence Festival in New Orleans and was also shown on the Disney Parks Instagram page. Disney has not announce when Tianna will be wearing her nook look in the parks, but we expect it will debut when her new attraction opens. – Disney Parks on Instagram: “JUST REVEALED

This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, May 14, 2023!  During this show, Mike & Scott discuss news of the week including the 2024 package release coming up on May 31, the return of two Disney Dining Plans, the elimination of Theme Park Reservations with date-based tickets starting on January 9, 2024, memories of the old Tables in Wonderland program, and more!  We also hear from Brandon about his recent trip with some great restaurant reviews and thoughts on some Disney Visa perks not to miss!  Great calls and fun Disney talk coming your way!  We hope you enjoy today's show! Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com.  Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast.  Become a patron of the Be Our Guest Podcast over at www.patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast.  Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!

Len Testa and Jim Hill start off this week's show by sharing a trip-planning surveythat Disney Visa recently sent out. They then continue their look at Disney Corporate's decades-long relationship with the McDonald's restaurant chain Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Len Testa and Jim Hill start off this week's show by sharing a trip-planning surveythat Disney Visa recently sent out. They then continue their look at Disney Corporate's decades-long relationship with the McDonald's restaurant chain Show Notes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike, Scott, and Rikki are here today to answer more of your fun Disney trip-planning questions! Today we discuss our thoughts on the Harmonious Live! event that took place on Disney+ last week, solo dining options at table-service restaurants, where to eat at bit "healthier" during Marathon Weekend, benefits of the Disney Visa and when those discounts typically come out, and much more! We hope you enjoy today's show!  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!

This week, dining packages will be available for Fantasmic! Celebrate Soulfully is coming back soon, a new addition to the Opera House, a new dining option for larger families, new Avengers Campus additions, we talk about our upcoming trip, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. If you want some DLWeekly Swag, you can pick some up at https://www.dlweekly.net/store/. Book your travel through ConciEARS at no extra cost to you! Be sure to mention that you heard about ConciEARS from DLWeekly at booking! DISCOUNTS! If you want some awesome headwear or one of a kind items, be sure to visit our friends over at All Enchanting Ears! You can use the promo code DLWEEKLY10 to get 10% off your order! We have partnered with the Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground to get great deals for our listeners! Book your stay at the Howard Johnson Anaheim and get 15% off your stay (code 1000022077)! Magic Key Holders get 20% off their stay (code 1000025935) as well! Book now! Need the perfect bag for your days in the parks? Look no further than Designer Park Co.! Purchase the Rope Drop Bag as featured on Episode 222 and get 10% off your purchase! Use coupon code DLWEEKLY to get the discount. News: Fantasmic! dining package fans unite! Dining packages are available for the return of Fantasmic! later this month. However, the Blue Bayou is not included since it is down for refurbishment at the moment. Guests can still get a good meal and a great seat by booking a dining package at the River Belle Terrace. The premium package is $75 per adult, $45 per child and includes anything off their normal menu, or choice of special items which include loaded potato bites, petite New York steak and scallops, chicken and dumplings skillet, pan-roasted shrimp, chocolate rocky road cake or white chocolate raspberry trifle. This allows guests to stay and watch Fantasmic! from the patio. The standard package is $50 per adult and $30 per child for lunch or dinner, which comes with a voucher for seating in a reserved area for the show. – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/fantasmic-dinner-packages/ and https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/fantasmic-on-the-go-show/ Fans of Celebrate Soulfully from this past February will be delighted to hear that they won't have to wait until next February for more fun and celebration! This summer, the event returns to highlight Black Music Month throughout June. Daily live entertainment, specialty offerings, including food and art will be availble throughout the resort. The first show to return to the Fantasyland Theatre will premiere on May 28th with the return of “Tale of the Lion King.” There is so much planned for this, be sure to visit the link in our show notes for all the information! – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/05/celebrate-soulfully-this-summer-at-disneyland-resort-with-tale-of-the-lion-king-debuting-may-28/ A new addition has been added to the inspirational American heroes area of Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln on Main Street. Frederick Douglass, who helped guide Abraham Lincoln to include ending slavery as part of the Civil War. A bust and portrait of Douglass is now on display near the bust and portrait of Abraham Lincoln in the lobby of the Main Street Opera House. A framed copy of the letter declaring Frederick Douglass a free man is also on display. This display was added to continue their efforts to update attractions to reflect the “rich diversity of stories in our world.” – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/05/frederick-douglass-honored-in-great-moments-with-mr-lincoln-at-disneyland-park/ Families of 4 now have the option to eat at the resort for a pretty good deal! Guests can now purchase the Family Picnic Platter at the Paradise Garden Grill at Disney California Adventure for $65. The meal includes BBQ Half Chicken, Pulled Pork and Ribs, Andouille Sausage, Poblano Mac & Cheese, Chuck Wagon Beans, Potato Salad with Bacon, Creamy Coleslaw, Jalapeño-Cheddar Corn Bread, Pickles and Onions, and Cherry Cheesecake. It can be ordered in person or through mobile order, but be prepared for a little wait, as it is a lot of food! – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/05/08/review-is-65-really-a-good-deal-to-feed-a-family-of-four-in-disneyland/ Some new seasonal options have come to the Hungry Bear Restaurant in Critter Country. – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/hungry-bear-restaurant/menus/lunch-and-dinner/ Over in Avengers Campus, there is a new sipper available at Shwarma Palace. The Doctor Strange Eye of Agamotto sipper is $24.79, and comes with a strap that guests can wear around their neck, just like Doctor Strange himself. For those who don't know the Eye of Agamotto is the amulet that Doctor Strange wears around his neck. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/05/07/photos-video-step-aside-infinity-gauntlet-theres-a-new-sipper-in-disneylands-avengers-campus/ With the release of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, America Chavez joins the team, as well as the return of Wanda Maximoff, also known as the Scarlet Witch. Both of these characters are now out and about in Avengers Campus. America Chavez can be seen as part of the Doctor Strange show, and then with a meet and greet afterwards. The Scarlet Witch makes appearances at a meet and greet in the middle of the land. – https://twitter.com/Disneyland/status/1522656319395835905 As we have been following for the last few episodes, changes are finally visible for the treehouse in Adventureland. The rope bridge that guests crossed over the path to enter the attraction has been taken down, and the tree in the middle of the path which housed the stairs to the bridge has also started to be dismantled. Still no word from Disney on what the re-theme for this former Tarzan's Treehouse and before that Swiss Family Robinson treehouse will be. – https://www.micechat.com/321168-disneyland-news-update-star-wars-construction-change/ Last week was May the 4th, when Star Wars fans have a day of celebration for the universe that they know and love. Disneyland had two of their Star Wars Nite after-hours parties, with one more to come on May 27th this month. Fans that attended seemed to have a really great time dressing up, watching the special fireworks show for the event, checking out all the photo locations, and meeting up with characters throughout the park. Some highlights were the fireworks show, and the Cantina Band on the Rivers of America playing Star Wars classics. – https://www.micechat.com/321168-disneyland-news-update-star-wars-construction-change/ Some of the photo locations that were offered for Star Wars Nite are also there during normal park hours for pictures. Over by the Star Wars Launch Bay in Tomorrowland, there is a Disney Visa cardholder exclusive location from The Book of Boba Fett. Other photo locations were scattered around Tomorrowland for all guests. – https://www.micechat.com/321168-disneyland-news-update-star-wars-construction-change/ For visitors to the resort that are not in the parks, there are still some Star Wars things to check out! Outside the Star Wars Tradin Post in Downtown Disney, there is a sand sculpture to promote the upcoming Obi Wan Disney+ series. In addition, there is a Lego display outside of the Lego store featuring Captain Phasma, Kylo Ren, and a Sith Trooper, all made of Lego. There is also a massive Lego Yoda on display nearby. – https://www.micechat.com/321168-disneyland-news-update-star-wars-construction-change/ Discussion Topic: Disneyana – https://disneyanafanclub.weebly.com/we-are-back.html

In Episode 6 Kenny and Walt continue to discuss there recent trip to WDW. They will then give a review of Baseline Tap House which is located in Hollywood Studios. They will then both dive into the current resort discount offer offered for Disney Visa card holders and then they will rap up with what they currently miss at WDW!If your looking for a great time with fair and honest reviews and insight then this is the show for you!Social Media Pages:Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/DisneyResortsPodcastInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/disneyresortspodcast/Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6YyWOHhvyypoS1i2UMSSbA 

This week, mask requirements are changing again, the California Food and Wine Festival is returning, we have the details, great news about the trams, the Super Bowl came to Disneyland, we talk with Debbie and Steve about the best park bag, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. If you want some DLWeekly Swag, you can pick some up at https://www.dlweekly.net/store/. Book your travel through ConciEARS at no extra cost to you! Be sure to mention that you heard about ConciEARS from DLWeekly at booking! If you want some awesome headwear or one of a kind items, be sure to visit our friends over at All Enchanting Ears! You can use the promo code DLWEEKLY10 to get 10% off your order! News: Starting this Thursday, February 17th, face coverings will only be required for unvaccinated Guests (ages 2 and older) in all indoor locations, including throughout indoor attractions and indoor queues. Face coverings are required for all Guests, regardless of vaccination status, in certain indoor settings including Disney shuttles and in health settings, such as in First Aid. Face coverings are optional for Guests in outdoor areas. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/02/15/news-disneyland-resort-eliminates-mask-mandate-in-most-locations/ The Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival is returning to the resort from March 4th through April 26th. This year, over a dozen festival marketplaces will offer fun and exciting food options. Special menu items will also be offered at dining locations around the park, such as Pym Test Kitchen and Terran Treats in Avenger's Campus. The Sip n Saver pass will be available to use on up to 8 items from the festival. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/02/get-ready-for-culinary-fun-at-the-2022-disney-california-adventure-food-and-wine-festival/ and https://www.mouseplanet.com/13117/Disneyland_Resort_Update_for_February_14__20_2022#news2 We are talking about all the things to do at the Food and Wine Festival, but what about the FOOD? Some of the options coming to the festival were previewed for Disney Visa cardholders in the most recent mailer. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/02/11/disneyland-resort-is-about-to-get-frozen-guac-and-4-other-new-treats/ A fan favorite is also returning for the Food and Wine Festival! Soarin' over California will be swapped in replacing the Soarin' over the World. Guests will be experiencing the sights and smells of California starting on March 4th, with no current end date announced. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/02/get-ready-for-culinary-fun-at-the-2022-disney-california-adventure-food-and-wine-festival/ Weeklyteers should probably sit down for this one. The trams are coming back this month! Disneyland posted on Twitter that the trams are returning Febraury 24rd! It has been just under two years since the trams cycled between the Mickey and Friends and Pixar Pals parking structures and Downtown Disney. – https://twitter.com/Disneyland/status/1491818730095104000 and https://www.micechat.com/314063-disneyland-trams-returning/ Guests who take the rafts over to Tom Sawyer's Island in the near future will have a unique experience. The refurbishment of Fantasmic! has made the dock used for guests unavailable at the moment, so the rafts are docking at the Fantasmic! support dock further down the river. To keep river traffic safe, when leaving the island, guests are taken around the entire island and back to the dock. This is a uniqie opportunity to see the river this way. No word on how long the dock will be closed for work, but act fast! – https://www.micechat.com/314132-disneyland-update-parking-trams-food-festival-super-bowl/ Another favorite nighttime spectacular has made more progress toward performances again. The World of Color projector housings have been reinstalled along the backside of Paradise Bay. The previous housings had a lot of weather damage that would not be repaired. Once the new housing installation is completed, the show should be ready to begin testing and adjustments before opening to the public sometime this spring. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/02/world-of-color-projector-houses-installed-at-paradise-bay-lagoon-at-disney-california-adventure/ For Weeklyteers in the United States, this last weekend was the Super Bowl. The Los Angeles Rams beat the Cincinatti Bengals 23 to 20. What does this have to do with Disneyland? Well, the Rams players MVP Cooper Kupp, Aaron Donald and Matthew Stafford said that iconic phrase “I'm going to Disneyland!” And they did! The champions took part in a Cavalcade down Main Street, a trip around Avenger's Campus, and more. To see the highlights, visit the link in our show notes. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/02/mvp-cooper-kupp-aaron-donald-and-matthew-stafford-celebrate-super-bowl-win-at-disneyland-resort-with-a-jubilant-cavalcade/ With the big 50th anniversary celebration for Walt Disney World in full swing, a couple of board games are coming out to mark the occassion. One of them is called “The Happiest Day Game,” which the description reads “It's a delightful game of sharing and discovery! Visit exciting attractions, meet cherished characters, and experience magical moments throughout the Magic Kingdom Park. Along the way, you'll share your favorite ways to spend the day. When Tinker Bell reaches the top of the castle, the game board magically transforms from day to night! It's an enchanting adventure every time you play!” The one that we are most excited for is the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad game! The description reads “This here is the wildest game in the wilderness! Step off the stagecoach and into the cursed mining town of Tumbleweed. Will you find fortune mining the mysterious mountain, or awaken its many dangers? Discover gold-filled veins, grow your mining operations with new equipment, and invest in the town's businesses. With the right strategy and a dash of good ol' fashioned luck, you may strike it rich!” Sounds fun. Both games come out this spring and are not open for pre-orders just yet. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/02/new-50th-anniversary-magic-kingdom-and-big-thunder-mountain-railroad-board-games-by-funko-coming-soon/ Discussion Topic: Debbie and Steve from Designer Park Co. – https://designerparkco.com/

We travel with the family to Disney World during the end of Covid. Reservations are key for any part of your Disney adventure (during the pandemic or after). Are gift cards from Target better or the Disney Visa card? Both will help… if you remember to use them! Jenn's obsession with buying ponchos before the trip.  Our stay at Kidani Village Animal Kingdom and what we packed to snack along the way. Were the blogs right or did we do everything wrong? Learn from our failures and success!

Pam and Mike are here answering your listener questions. We discuss the benefits of using a Disney Visa for your next Disney vacation, adding nights on to an existing reservation when availability is very tight, car rental concerns, which resorts to our on your "off-day", and much more! We hope you enjoy today's show!  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!

Looking to plan a Disney vacation? Let Joe be your travel agent and do all the hard work at no cost to you. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today. Episode Description We finish up our travel hacking to Disney series by discussing hotel points, flexible rewards, and whether the Disney credit card is worth it. Plus, some resources if you're interested in getting started. Got questions? E-mail us disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, tweet at us, or connect with us on Facebook! Episode Notes 2:13 - Using hotel points 3:29 - Disney Springs hotels 4:43 - Bonnett Creek hotels 5:21 - Dealing with resort fees 6:47 - Beginner credit card advice 7:45 - Flexible points currencies 12:18 - Is the Disney credit card worth it? 15:51 - Resources to get started with 17:15 - Frequent Traveler University: sign up here! 17:28 - Disney dos or don'ts If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link. If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio, or Google Play (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page, or follow us on Twitter! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.

It's a Disneyland news week as we have a headliner story from our West Coast park in this episode! Join Shannon & Vicky as they discuss a new ticketed-experience coming to Disney California Adventure, DVC resort pool refurbishments, & Direct promotions for add-on contracts and Disney VISA cardholders.

It's a Disneyland news week as we have a headliner story from our West Coast park in this episode! Join Shannon & Vicky as they discuss a new ticketed-experience coming to Disney California Adventure, DVC resort pool refurbishments, & Direct promotions for add-on contracts and Disney VISA cardholders.

Micah Wyss is the creator of MousePerks.com, a website that pulls together the discounts for Tables in Wonderland, DVC Members, Annual Passholders, and Disney Visa cardholders! As a value-minded person, he has become quite the savvy DVC member himself, maximizing his membership through split stays and leveraging DVC Membership Extras. This episode leads our Disney's Riviera Resort review mini-series. The Riviera Resort is one of the most controversial resorts in Disney history due to the new resale restrictions implemented with this resort. Long-time DVC members and fans of resale are concerned that the resale restrictions will significantly impact the market value of Riviera contracts. Consequently, a lot of members see Riviera as a very poor value proposition. In today's episode, we meet Micah Wyss, the founder of MousePerks.com, which is arguably the most value-driven content created by a Disney fan. Micah explains his rationale behind purchasing Riviera. We will hear from more Riviera owners in the series and end with a Riviera review episode.

In this week’s episode: Disney gift cards for summer stays – https://wdwnt.com/2019/04/disney-gift-card-summer-room-offer-now-available-for-walt-disney-world/ Free dining plans for Disney Visa cardholders – https://disneyrewards.com/offers/free-dining-cardmember-exclusive-plans/ Free quick service meal each day for summer stays – http://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2019/04/24/news-disney-world-free-quick-service-meal-package-now-booking/ Plastic straws are now out at WDW – http://blogmickey.com/2019/04/breaking-plastic-straw-ban-now-in-effect-for-walt-disney-world/ Don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes so we can share the show! If you want to reach out […]

AJ and Andrew talk about 7 ways to save some money while visiting the Walt Disney World Resort.  From ways to save on ticket prices to get in the gates by buying multiple days vs annual passes to merchandise deal to the best times to come to the parks.  We also talk about some strategies to save on the other big expense - food and drink while visiting the parks.  We round things up by talking about some other money saving tricks such as buying discounted gift cards along with earning rewards with a Disney Visa by Chase.

One of our best shows backed full of Disney World tips and tricks from Disney insiders.  Our show is filled with hidden Disney park secrets that will save you time and money. Get our complete list of Disney World Hacks We have a long list of Disney World Hacks that will help save you time and money.  Our list is free and we are happy to email it to you. Get the Top Disney World Hacks - Tips and Tricks List   How to save money on your Walt Disney World Park Ticket extras: Our first Disney World hack will save you money on your Disney World tickets.  To save money on your Disney park ticket don't add the extras like the Park Hopper, Fun and More, etc. when you book your Disney World vacation package.  If you add these extras to your Disney World vacation Package you will have to add it to everyone's park tickets that is on the vacation package because they all have to be the same.  So if you only part of your party wants the Disney Park Hopper option, add it when you get to Walt Disney World.  You will have to add it at one of the Disney park guest service windows.  This way if two of you want to add the Disney park hopper to your tickets and two of you don't want it, no problem. Save Money with this Disney Dining Plan Hack: A little know Disney hack that will save you money with Disney dining is to get the Disney Dining Plan during Epcot's food and wine festival.  You can use a Disney Quick Service Dining Credit for three snack items instead of a quick service meal.  During Epcot's International Food and Wine Festival you can get the food items at the different countries around World Showcase for 1 snack credit each.  You can do very well using all three snack credits at one of the food and wine pavilions instead of cashing the quick service credit in for a single quick service meal.  If you have little ones on the Disney Dining Plan you can use their quick service Disney dining plan credits also for three snacks and cash those in for higher priced Disney Food and wine food items.  Your average Disney World Quick Service meal is about $15 so you can get equal value or better trading for snacks during Food and Wine at Epcot. You have to use all 3 snack credits at one location.  This is a nice way to share with your friends at Food & Wine. Frozen Dessert and Ice Cream Trick: Do you more than one kid?  I often find myself buying a Dole Whip or ice cream for both my kids and they eat half of it or less and then it's in the trash.  You can ask to have a Dole Whip split up.  So they will put it in two cups.  Brilliant! Disney Pin Trading does not have to cost you $100+: Pin trading is fun but expensive.  Disney pins run about $9.00 and up and by the time you get a lanyard too and ten pins it can add up.  Our kids LOVE pin trading and what we do is we give them 8-10 Disney pins each day that they can trade with Disney castmembers.  But we buy our pins at other places like ebay.  We will by a lot of 50 or so Disney pins (make sure the seller has a good rating).  You can get Disney pins for about $1 each on ebay instead of $9 at Disney World and Disneyland. Disney glow: Don't let this happen to you.  You at at Disney World and the nighttime parade or fireworks are about to start.  You have your spot that you camped out in for an hour before the show and your kids are eyeing the carts that keep coming by with all the glow and light up toys at $20 or so each.  Before you go to Walt Disney World, stop by a Walmart or shop on the internet and buy some glow necklaces or glow toys to bring with you. Save at Disney's Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique: You can have your child made up like a princess at BBB, but it adds up fast.  Most people don't know that you can jut get your hair and makeup done and bring your own princess dress.  This will save you a TON and we have done this with both of our daughters and they loved being princesses for the entire day at the Magic Kingdom. Free Water: There is not much free in life, but water is free at Walt Disney World and during a hot Summer day it hits the spot.  Just go up to any quick service dining location and ask for a cup of water.  Want to PLUS it up even more?  Open a Crystal Light packet from your fanny pack and BAM! Hidden Disney World Lounges: There is a little know secret at Epcot at Walt Disney World.  There are TWO different private lounges that you can enjoy.  The first lounge is a Chase VISA Lounge that allows Disney Visa card members to enter this lounge area over in the America Pavilion.  The lounge is a nice place to cool off and relax, have a free Coke product on a freestyle machine and plan your next attraction at EPCOT.  Also DVC members can enjoy a DVC lounge at the Imagination pavilion which also has iPads on the tables and some fun seating areas, Coke Free Style drinks are also included. Join DVC and buy 50 points to take advantage of Disney discounts: If you buy the minimum 50 point DVC contract (Disney Vacation Club), you can get the Disney discounts: Epcot lounge access, Top of the World Access at the Contemporary, Annual Pass Walt Disney World Discount, and some restaurant and Disney merchandise discounts. How to get the best rooms at Walt Disney World: We have stayed at all of the Walt Disney World resorts and also all four Disney Cruise Line ships.  There are certain rooms we like more than others at Disney World and on Disney Cruise Line.  Now remember that you can request a certain room but it's NOT guaranteed.  If you want to know which resorts we like, which room categories, and which Disney Cruise Line staterooms or categories, please send a quote request to Pixie Vacations and as for a Mouse Chatter to help you plan and book your Disney vacation.  There is no extra cost to book with Pixie Vacations so it's a win win and you get personal help with planning your trip. My Disney Experience Fastpass and Dining Reservation Insurance: Sometimes you might not be able to get internet access or your Disney World App might not load.  This can be very frustrating when you are trying to determine what Fastpass reservation you need to go to next or what time your dining reservations are.  Also sometimes My Disney Experience might go down.  It's not common but having a back up is easy and something we tell everyone to make sure they do who travels with us at Pixie Vacations.  Just take a screen shot of your Fastpasses and dining reservations.  This way if you walk up to the ride or restaurant and for some reason they say you don't have a reservation and you can't find it or access it in My Disney Experience, just show them the screen shot. Don't rent a Disney stroller at the park: A stroller or wheel chair can be convenient or necessary but don't rent these at the Disney parks.  You can rent a stroller at one of many off property companies and they strollers are much nicer quality and they will drop off the stroller right at your hotel.  Please contact us and we will let you know which stroller companies can drop off at bell services and which ones you need to meet at bell services to get your stroller or ECV.  The other advantage of renting from an off property company is that you get to keep your stroller and take it with you everywhere.  It's much easier to take a sleeping child on the bus and to the room after a long day in the Disney parks.  If you rent at a Disney park you have to turn in your stroller when you leave the park and carry your kid to the bus and then carry them to your hotel room.  Please contact a Mouse Chatter to help plan your vacation and we can book your ECV or stroller for you.     Join us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. Mouse Chat Facebook Mouse Chat Instagram Mouse Chat Twitter Mouse Chat YouTube We would love to hear from you. Is there something you want to know about Mouse Chat? Please leave a comment. Please join us by listening to our show at MouseChat.net or by downloading and subscribing to Mouse Chat on iTunes. If you subscribe to our Disney Podcast on iTunes you can schedule it to update your player so you will never miss a show. We also have Mouse Chat Radio if you would like to listen to our Internet Radio station. We stream our current and last three episodes on Mouse Chat Radio.

07/11/16 - The team discusses this week’s Disneyland and Southern California news, including the retirement of Disneyland’s chief photographer and an upcoming vote on three new luxury hotels.

09/07/15 - The team discusses this week’s Disneyland and Southern California news, including some special events coming to Disneyland Park and the passing of another Disney Legend.

Tim is back from a fun-filled weekend in Anaheim where he not only wished Disneyland Happy Birthday on Friday, but he also attended a benefit for the Walt Disney Birthplace where the guest of honor was none other than Bert the Chimney Sweep himself, Dick Van Dyke. Dick performed with his a capella group, the Vantastix. Disneyland was unsurprisingly crowded for Friday's official Diamond Celebration, but it was totally worth it to get an "I was there" button and join thousands of guests to sing "Feed the Birds" and "Happy Birthday" with Richard Sherman and Ashley Brown. Michael Colglazier, hosted the rededication ceremony in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle. And while the Disneyland president hit all the proper notes as far as thanking guests, cast members and assorted Disney Legends, his delivery left a bit to be desired. Let's just say he's not personality plus delivering an overly-rehearsed, pre-written speech. He needed to inject a lot more excitement and spontaneity into the festivities. Thank goodness for Sherman, Brown and the welcome cast of costumed Disney characters.   Tim and Anthony polished their presentation skills for this week's episode of Inside The Mouse Castle. Here's what else is going on:  Bob Iger revealed some of what guests can expect when Shanghai Disney Resort opens in China next year. Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland will be held on 17 different nights between September 11th and November 1st this year. Tickets to the late-night event will go on sale for annual passholders, DVC members and Disney Visa cardholders beginning July 22nd. The rest of the world can have at them on July 29th. Marvel's Ant-Man opened at number one at the box office over the weekend, taking in $58 million in the U.S. Neither Tim nor Anthony have seen it yet. They offer their deepest apologies. What did you think of it? Tilda Swinton has been cast as "The Ancient One" in Marvel's upcoming Doctor Strange. Apparently the white, middle-aged woman will play an elderly, Asian man. Annnnnd......Aladdin is the latest winner in the Disney animation-to-live-action-movie lottery. A prequel is in the works on how the genie ended up in his bottle and got that horrible crick in his neck. We approve of the newly-named Disney Legends who will be honored at this year's D23 Expo: Andreas Deja, Susan Lucci, Danny Elfman, Julie Reihm Casaletto, George Bodenheimer, Eyvind Earle, Carson Van Osten and George Lucas. They will all be officially inducted on August 14th at the D23 Expo. Disney and Lucasfilm are not amused that GQ appropriated (without permission) a handful of Star Wars characters to join comedian Amy Schumer in a racy photo spread. We're not sure what annoyed them more, Schumer in bed with R2D2 and C3PO or Schumer drinking with the droids and Chewbacca at a biker bar. Regardless, we think all the pics are pretty freakin' funny. Enjoy!BTW, this show marks the one-year anniversary of Inside The Mouse Castle. Hooray! www.TheMouseCastle.com

Dip into the mailbag with Mousetalgia! This week's topics: kids and the Disneyland resort hotels and restaurants; "must eats" at the resort; affordable car rentals; east coast castmembers vs. west coast castmembers; seeking out Mary Blair artwork; making special birthday memories at the park for seasoned Disneyland "pros"; Club 33 membership questions; our favorite Disney publications and books, both hard to find and easily available; and cardboard DVD/Blu-ray sleeves - keep 'em or toss 'em? Plus - Disney Debit vs. Disney Visa cards - weighing the merits of each, New Balance's new Disney running shoes, "Seen, Un-seen Disneyland," Disney's Nine Old Men flip books - and more!