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This week, even more things coming to the Disneyland Resort for the 70th, a sneak peek into the Walt animatronic, a new character coming to Avengers Campus, bananas are invading Disneyland later this month, fire heroes were honored, new seating was added to New Orleans Square, we talk to Artist Jerrod Maruyama, 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: More and more keeps being announced for the 70th Anniversary of Disneyland. A new light, sound, and projection moment will be coming to Carthay Circle and Buena Vista Street in Disney California Adventure. The moment will be set to the tune “Celebrate Happy,” the theme song for the anniversary. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/guide-to-the-70th-anniversary-at-disneyland-resort/ We have some new details about the Walt Disney animatronic experience coming to the Opera House in July. Various media outlets were invited to the Imagineering campus to see the life-sized concept sculpt, and to learn more about the show. Walt's voice in the show will be his own, with clips of his actual voice were painstakingly assembled from interviews. The animatronic itself is very lifelike. The posture, facial structure, and skin texture are “uncanny” according to MiceChat. – https://www.micechat.com/414430-disneyland-walt-disney-a-magical-life-revealed/ Another character from the Marvel Universe will be dropping by Avengers Campus for a limited time. Red Guardian, who first appeared in Black Widow, and is featured in the new movie Thunderbolts, will be meeting and greeting with guests. You can be sure to find him by checking the Disneyland App. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/meet-the-super-amazing-red-guardian-at-avengers-campus/ If you are going to be in Avengers Campus heading into Cars Land, or the other way around in the near future, be aware that the path between the two by Luigi's is closed. This has been done for construction of a new restroom facility to compliment the new additions to Avengers Campus currently under construction. – https://www.micechat.com/414422-disneyland-news-70th-anniversary-improvements-red-guardian-appearance-store-changes/ May the 4th was this weekend and the Disney Parks Blog shared a recipe from A Galaxy Far, Far Away. The Felucian Falafel and Hummus Garden Spread from Docking Bay 7 may take some planning – with one step taking from 12-18 hours – but is sure to be a tasty treat! – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/disney-eats-exclusive-plant-based-star-wars-day-recipe/ Later this month, a fun team will be visiting the parks. The Savannah Bananas, a baseball team similar to the Harlem Globetrotters, will be at Disneyland on May 28, 2025. Special entertainment moments, and themed food and beverages will be on hand to celebrate. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/savannah-bananas-disneyland-may-28/ On Monday, May 5, there was a Heroes Salute Cavalcade to honor the first responders of the fires back in January. The Heroes ticket also kicked off to coincide with the cavalcade. – https://www.micechat.com/414422-disneyland-news-70th-anniversary-improvements-red-guardian-appearance-store-changes/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHGVwxv9H1E A rather abrupt change has come to New Orleans Square. The Port Royal Curios and Curiosities shop, right next to the Royal Street Veranda, has been changed into a seating area for diners. Since the shop duplicated the merchandise which can be found at Madame Leota's “Somewhere Beyond” shop, the old location was not needed. The decor was not updated much, except to turn it into a jazzy looking speakeasy. Tables and chairs are scattered about for guests to get out of the heat and find a place to eat. – https://www.micechat.com/414422-disneyland-news-70th-anniversary-improvements-red-guardian-appearance-store-changes/ At the Emporium on Main Street, there are a set of windows that are decorated with animated scenes from Disney classics. Some of them have been in rough shape in recent times, but they are currently being refurbished for the 70th. No word on when they will be completed, but work is underway. – https://www.micechat.com/414422-disneyland-news-70th-anniversary-improvements-red-guardian-appearance-store-changes/ SnackChat: 70th Foodie Guide – Disney Eats: Disneyland 70th Celebration Foodie Guide  – Disney Parks Blog Discussion Topic: Freelance artist Jerrod Maruyama https://www.instagram.com/jmaruyama/

Gumball Rally Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe!  Looking to plan a Disney World or Disneyland vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today!  Episode Description Leslie was at Disneyland Resort for a short trip - she attended a conference and did the Gumball Rally (check it out on MiceChat!) Due to the unique circumstances of her trip she tackled Disneyland in a way that was outside of her norm and comfort zone - she learned some lessons along the way that should be helpful to anyone planning a trip to the happiest place on earth! Got any random Disneyland tips? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on Twitter, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 1:10 - Basics of Leslie's trip 8:23 - Where Leslie stayed, tickets, etc. 12:32 - Maybe you don't need park hopper? 14:48 - Rope dropping 18:53 - The effect of locals 21:40 - Enjoying the roads less traveled by 24:39 - Don't sleep on Downtown Disney 28:23 - 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 Apple Podcasts, 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.

This week we are joined by our friend Dusty from MiceChat for an inside look at what's new and exciting at Disneyland! From park updates coming to behind the scenes insights, Dusty shares the latest news and gives us a glimpse into what he has been up to lately.  Whether you're a Disneyland regular or just love keeping up with the magic, this episode is packed with all the park happenings you won't want to miss!  Fab 5 Socials Facebook: Fab 5 Podcast  Instagram: Fab 5 Podcast Dusty from MiceChat Socials Facebook: MiceChat Instagram: MiceChat Facebook: MiceChat Gumball Rally  Instagram: MiceChat Gumball Rally

Welcome to Episode 167 of the Talking Disney Podcast. In this episode, James recaps his 2025 MiceChat Gumball experience. Sorry about the second episode in a row that is so long! Thanks for listening! Like us on Facebook: @TalkingDisneyPodcast Follow us on Twitter: @TalkingDisney Follow us on Instagram: @talkingdisneypodcast Follow us on TikTok: @talkingdisneypodcast Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@TalkingDisneyPodcast Email us: talkingdisneypodcast@gmail.com Website: www.talkingdisneypodcast.com Check out The Disney Podcast Group on Facebook - www.facebook.com/groups/TheDisneyPodcastGroup 

This week, Madame Leota has arrived in New Orleans Square, bringing with it a rumored upgrade for the bride, an opportunity to meet Bluey is coming, the queue for Pirates may be getting a major upgrade, new merchandise for 2025, construction wrapping up around the resort, we talk to Author, Artist, and Filmmaker David Bossert, 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: Madame Leota has returned from somewhere beyond and opened her own shop! Madam Leota's Somewhere Beyond is located at the exit to The Haunted Mansion and is themed to the carriage house of the mansion. Inside, countless artifacts from Madame Leota's collection are on display. For guests, a wide range of Haunted Mansion themed merchandise is for sale. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/12/23/surprise-disneys-new-haunted-mansion-store-is-now-open/#more-996998 https://www.micechat.com/407013-haunted-mansion-madame-leotas-somewhere-beyond-shop-open/ With the return of the classic Haunted Mansion later this month, Imagineering might have a new surprise for guests! A new bride may appear in the attic of the mansion. A sneak preview of this new bride may be seen in the Madame Leota shop as a portrait. The new bride is rumored to have a cutting-edge blend of classic and modern effects. The goal is to elevate the character to the same level as the Hatbox Ghost, who appeared in 2016. – https://www.micechat.com/407093-disneyland-update-haunted-mansion-secrets-holiday-hustle-whats-next/ The queue for Pirates of the Caribbean frequently sprawls throughout New Orleans Square. MiceChat reports that Imagineers are working on a solution to this issue. The solution could replace some classic areas like the Port Royal shop, Royal Street Veranda quick service window, and the small courtyard between the shops. As sad as it may be to lose these locations, an extended, more themed, indoor queue might be a good thing for New Orleans Square. – https://www.micechat.com/406689-disneyland-update-from-christmakkah-to-construction-swashbuckling-surprises/ With the start of a new year comes new merchandise for that year. For 2025, there is the Disney Play in the Park collection – Disneyland Version, which features fun activities for guests to enjoy while at Disneyland. A wide selection of items are in this collection. Disneyland 2025 Dated merchandise is also out. This year, the design is more colorful, with the 2025 being more of a solid color, in most of the apparel designs. This also means that select 2024 merchandise is 50% off now. – https://www.micechat.com/406875-disneyland-merchandise-update-new-year-new-gear-for-2025/ One of the last parts of the Downtown Disney expansion is making great progress! The walls have come down around Parkside Market, which means that the location could open any day now! The building will house Sip & Sonder, GGs Chicken Shop, Seoul Sister, and Vista Parkside Market when it opens. – https://www.micechat.com/407093-disneyland-update-haunted-mansion-secrets-holiday-hustle-whats-next/ https://www.parksidemarketla.com/ Something is finally happening at the old ESPN Zone building in Downtown Disney! Construction walls have gone up around the building and permits show that the space will split into three spaces, two downstairs, and one upstairs. – https://www.micechat.com/407093-disneyland-update-haunted-mansion-secrets-holiday-hustle-whats-next/ A construction project long in the works between Cars Land and Avengers Campus has finally wrapped up. A new guest seating area has been added across from Luigi's Rollickin' Roadsters. The area was previously themed with desert plants. This area will be great to enjoy Cozy Cone delights. – https://www.micechat.com/407093-disneyland-update-haunted-mansion-secrets-holiday-hustle-whats-next/ Something has returned to the Indiana Jones Adventure queue! The safety video with Sallah has returned to a more extended version with more theming than just the “use the seatbelts” section. This is a welcome return as the video was able to loop multiple times for each guest recently. – https://www.micechat.com/407093-disneyland-update-haunted-mansion-secrets-holiday-hustle-whats-next/ ans of the Australian hit animated show Bluey have something big to celebrate! A Bluey movie is coming to theaters, which means that Bluey and her family will be at the resort. No firm timeline yet, but it is coming. A preview of what this could look like was at the D23 Ultimate Fan Event where Bluey and Bingo had a meet and greet. – https://www.micechat.com/406689-disneyland-update-from-christmakkah-to-construction-swashbuckling-surprises/ SnackChat: Pym Test Kitchen – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disney-california-adventure/pym-test-kitchen/menus/ Discussion Topic: DLW 369: Artist, Filmmaker, and Author David Bossert

This week, Imagineering picks up some Themed Entertainment Awards, Thanksgiving meal options, Magic Keyholder's can pick up a free gift, The Haunted Mansion queue has opened, big changes to the D23 membership plans, we talk to Kaye from the Walt Disney Hometown Museum, 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 know that Imagineers are amazing at bringing stories to life in the parks, resorts, ships, and other locations around the world. The Themed Entertainment Association has recognized Imagineering for three separate projects. Fantasy Springs at Tokyo DisneySea and Zootopia at Shanghai Disneyland have received the Outstanding Achievement Award – Theme Park Land, making it the first time Imagineering has received two awards in the category in a single year. The Outstanding Achievement – Technical Innovation was awarded for the BDX Droids found wandering around in Star Wars Galaxys Edge. These add to the nearly 70 Thea awards that Imagineering has received over the last 30 years. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/imagineering-recognized-for-themed-entertainment-excellence-three-disney-projects-honored-with-thea-awards/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5XuvWrvsBVk&t=9s https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=tdr+explorer+fantasy+springs For Weeklyteers who are looking to spend Thanksgiving in Disneyland, there are a couple of places to get a meal to celebrate. Carnation Cafe will have a Thanksgiving Turkey dinner for $25, which includes an oven-roasted turkey breast, mashed potatoes, turkey gravy, seasonal vegetables, and cornbread stuffing. A kid's size is just $15. The Plaza Inn also has a Thanksgiving Dinner. For $18.99, guests get carved turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, and cranberry sauce. A child's portion is available for $10.49. For a snack, there is a Thanks-mass Sandwich at Jolly Holiday, and a Turkey Dinner Potato at Troubadour Tavern. – https://www.micechat.com/404239-disneyland-news-mansion-construction-thanksgiving-crowds/ Another gift is available for Magic Keyholders at the resort. From November 27th through December 6th, while supplies last, keyholders can pick up a Moana 2 custom print. It can be picked up at Disneyana, Kingswell Shop, and Wonderground Gallery. – https://www.micechat.com/404239-disneyland-news-mansion-construction-thanksgiving-crowds/ https://www.instagram.com/ryanriller_/?hl=en The extended queue of the Haunted Mansion has finally debuted to guests! The new extended queue has a lot of details to look at and enjoy. The path winds through some gardens, Madame Leota's enchanted garden, and past new crypts. Guests in mobility devices enter through the main entrance of the mansion, and exit through a new, accessible elevator that features a gallery of original artwork for the attraction. – https://www.micechat.com/404239-disneyland-news-mansion-construction-thanksgiving-crowds/ The Main Street Train Station is finally out from behind scrims and looks great! With the Candlelight Processional happening soon, it needed to be complete for the setup that features that station as a stage and backdrop. The displays inside the station have been cleaned up and look great, with the roof being completely replaced, and the decorative elements getting a good polish. – https://www.micechat.com/404239-disneyland-news-mansion-construction-thanksgiving-crowds/ The Lego store has reopened in Downtown Disney, but has little to show for the refurbishment. None of the new Lego sculptures have been installed, with no word on if they are coming at all. Hopefully they have just been delayed and will show up in the future. – https://www.micechat.com/404239-disneyland-news-mansion-construction-thanksgiving-crowds/ The upcoming Parkside Market at the west end of Downtown Disney has received some of the final signage for the stores that will call this location home. Parkside Market, Sip & Sonder, and D-Lander signs have all been installed and look nearly ready to open. – https://www.micechat.com/404239-disneyland-news-mansion-construction-thanksgiving-crowds/ When Ray's Berets opened in Bayou Country, Ray had his home decked out for Halloween. Well, now that Halloween is over, he has decorated for Christmas! He has a couple of stockings hung by the fireplace, and a tree setup with a gift nearby. MiceChat reports that Imagineers mentioned that Ray will be redecorating for many holidays throughout the year. – https://www.micechat.com/404239-disneyland-news-mansion-construction-thanksgiving-crowds/ Magic Keyholders who might be holding out on using Lightning Lane can get it at a discounted price in January. From January 6th through January 31st, the discount for Lightning Lane will be doubled when using the Magic Key to enter the parks. – https://www.micechat.com/404239-disneyland-news-mansion-construction-thanksgiving-crowds/ If you want some truly original holiday merchandise, stop in to Din Tai Fung in Downtown Disney! Din Tai Fung's mascots are available in a plush purse, and clip-on plushie version. A pair of holiday ornaments are also available. – https://www.micechat.com/404239-disneyland-news-mansion-construction-thanksgiving-crowds/ There is a gingerbread house in the Grand Californian lobby, in the ballroom of the Haunted Mansion, and now one in the Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen on Main Street! What makes this one special is that it is Sleeping Beauty's Winter Castle! – https://www.instagram.com/reel/DCzb2ihP1DF/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== D23, the Official Disney Fan Club, is updating the membership plans. The general membership level, which includes a weekly newsletter, seasonal activations, and access to sweepstakes and general events will remain free. Starting January 1st, there will be THREE new gold membership levels. Each level will include access to D23 evetns, discounts, and special offers, with the addition of an exclusive D23 Gold Membership Kit, which comes with a membership certificate and card, a Savings Passport, collectible stitch pin, Goofy and Max car magnet, and a special Disney Lorcana trading card. Starting with the Spring 2025 issue of the Disney twenty-three publication, it will be offered in a digital and interactive version. These are all included in the Gold Member Essential Plan at $49.99 a year. For $99.99 per year, you can get the Gold Member Choice Plan with includes all the essential plan items, plus one exclusive item. Choice plan members can choose between a spirity jersey, pin box set, fan pack with a crossbody bag, water bottle, and twill cap, or a replica of the Disneyland Park Entrance plaque, a reproduction of Walt Disney's annotations from 1955, and 70th anniversary book. Finally, the Gold Complete plan includes everything in the Essential Plan and all four of the exclusive items in the Choice Plan for $299.99. – https://d23.com/new-gold-membership-plans-2025/ SnackChat: Plaza Inn – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/plaza-inn/menus/ Discussion Topic: Kaye Malin – https://www.waltdisneymuseum.org/

This week, Candy Cane dates have been released, holiday entertainment has been announced, along with Candlelight Processional dates, Tiana's Bayou Adventure brings some changes, New Orleans Square construction updates, we talk to Teresa about her upcoming trip on the Disney Treasure, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: It is that time of year once again! Candy Canes are going to be available on select days starting November 29th through December 25th. Locations for the candy canes are Candy Palace & Candy Kitchen in Disneyland and Trolley Treats in Disney California Adventure. MiceChat has a list of all the dates and some pro tips on scoring one of these annual treats at the link in our show notes. – https://www.micechat.com/244458-the-essential-disneyland-candy-cane-guide/ Holiday entertainment has been announced for the upcoming Holiday season kicking off this Friday. Disney Festival of the Holidays at Disney California Adventure is returning with some new additions. Mirabel's Gifts of the Season near Paradise Gardens Park, A Musical Christmas with Mariachi Alegria de Disneyland & Miguel will be on Buena Vista Street. Both will perform Monday through Friday. Over at Disneyland, Holiday Fun with Santa and Friends! will be daily at the Fantasyland Theatre. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/guide-to-2024-holiday-entertainment-at-disneyland-resort/ Returning to the holiday celebration are the Holiday Toy Drummers appearing daily, Disney Viva Navidad Street Party on Saturdays and Sundays, Disney Holiday Dance Party at Tomorrowland Terrace nightly, A Christmas Fantasy Parade daily, Believe.. In Holiday Magic, Wintertime Enchantment at Sleeping Beauty's Winter Castle, and World of Color – Season of Light nightly. Holiday Lightning moments like Buena Vista Street's Tree Lighting, and “it's a small world” Holiday lighting will happen nightly. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/guide-to-2024-holiday-entertainment-at-disneyland-resort/ Dates have been released for the Candlelight Processional at Disneyland. This year, the 600-member choir with a celebrity telling of the story of Christmas will take place on December 7th and 8th, at 5:30pm and 7:45pm both nights. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/11/10/confirmed-dates-revealed-for-the-candlelight-processional-in-disneyland/ The holidays would not be complete without a themed popcorn bucket or two. This year, a Mickey and Minnie Gingerbread House Bucket, Mickey Elf Bucket, and Santa Sully Bucket are coming. Each one is limited to two per person, per purchase. Visit the link in the show notes for locations and dates. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/11/04/warning-these-new-disney-popcorn-buckets-are-going-to-be-popular/ TBA virtual queue and LL MM on opening – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/11/07/update-disneyland-makes-change-to-tianas-bayou-adventure-virtual-queue-and-youre-gonna-love-it/ With the opening of Tiana's Bayou Adventure, new menu items are coming to Tiana's Palace. Starting November 15th, the Catfish Po'boy, Jambalaya, and Classic Beignets are coming to the menu! Note that the Beignets are only going to be there for THREE days, November 15th through the 17th! There is also a house-filled beignet which is strawberry cream topped with a strawberry glaze. A Raymond Firefly Straw Clip is also for sale. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/11/11/breaking-beignet-news-disney-just-announced-3-new-menu-items/ A new pre-show is coming to World of Color – Season of Light to promote the new Moana 2 movie. The promo will be in the form of a short called “Boat Snack” and will play before the start of the holiday version of World of Color. – https://www.micechat.com/402608-disneyland-update-bayou-debut-holidays-happen-queuing-questions/ The construction at the Haunted Mansion extended queue, shop, and New Orleans Square station is getting closer to completion. The area near New Orleans Square station looks to be ready for guests very soon. The shop at the attraction exit has also made a lot of progress and could be opening in the near future. The extended queue seems to be the one part of this that is still aways away from being complete and ready for guests. MiceChat expects that the walls in New Orleans Square to come down sometime this week. – https://www.micechat.com/402608-disneyland-update-bayou-debut-holidays-happen-queuing-questions/ Another location is joining in on the Fantasmic! dining packages. Cafe Orleans will have lunch and dinner packages starting January 10th. The package includes a 3-course dining experience. A choice of gumbo or sweet potato and lentil hummus, a steak frites entree with ribeye and petite watercress salad services with a bearnaise sauce or other current entree, and a chocolate decadence tart dessert, which is dark chocolate coffee custard with chocolate cookie crust, topped with a mousse rock and Mickey decoration. – https://www.instagram.com/p/DCPtIetAsxS/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== The new Downtown Disney shops and restaurants have opening dates and some new details! Avengers Reserve, and D-Lander Shop will open on December 6th, with Disney Wonderful World of Sweets will open later this winter and serve Werther's Original Caramel popcorn. Parkside Market, which will include Seoul Sister, Sip & Sonder, GG's Chicken Shop, and the second story bar Vista Parkside Market will open later this winter as well. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/opening-dates-and-details-for-new-downtown-disney-shops-and-restaurants/ We have some new details on Porto's Bakery and Cafe, as well as the new BBQ restaurant coming to Downtown Disney. The new Porto's location will be the first with sit-down table service and a full bar. The new BBQ location will be called Pearl's Roadside BBQ, and be attached to Arthur & Sons Steak and Bourbon, a steakhouse. Both of these locations will replace the former Tortilla Jo's. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/opening-dates-and-details-for-new-downtown-disney-shops-and-restaurants/ SnackChat: Moana 2 eats – https://www.instagram.com/p/DCPmmZmJuOG/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Life Day eats – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/11/08/we-hope-youre-sitting-down-because-this-is-disney-popcorn-bucket-is-pretty-creepy/ https://www.micechat.com/402608-disneyland-update-bayou-debut-holidays-happen-queuing-questions/ Discussion Topic: Disney Treasure Preview Cruise with ConciEARs – https://disneyparksblog.com/dcl/disney-treasure-latest-updates-from-newest-disney-cruise-line-ship-debuting-2024/ https://disneyparksblog.com/?s=treasure

This week, ticket prices have increased, Magic Key holders can experience Tiana's Bayou Adventure early, new costumes for Bayou Country, we have an opening date for Louis' Critter Club, new mobile order locations, a cast member celebrates 62 years, we talk about Paint the Night, 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: As we suspected, the price for a day in the parks has gone up. Single day and park hopper tickets saw a 5.9% to 6.5% increase except for the tier 0 ticket, which remains at $104 since 2019. Lightning Lane also increased by $2 if you buy in advance. As for Magic Keys, they have also seen an increase from 6.1% or $100 for the highest Inspire level pass, to 20% or $100 for the lowest Imagine level pass. – https://www.micechat.com/336395-disneyland-ticket-guide-price-increase/ Magic Key holders have a chance to experience Tiana's Bayou Adventure before the general public. On select days from October 21st to November 12th, Key holders can book a reservation for Disneyland and join a virtual queue at 7am. A second virtual queue will open at 12pm. If you aren't a Magic Key holder, or can't make it on those dates, the attraction opens to the general public on November 15th. For exact dates and times, visit the link in the show notes. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/10/exclusive-preview-dates-revealed-for-tianas-bayou-adventure-at-disneyland/ With Tiana's Bayou Adventure opening to the public in just under a month, some new costumes have debuted. Cast Members in Bayou Country from Custodial, Entertainment, dining, shopping, and attractions will all get new outfits. As with most of the new costumes around the resort, it appears that cast members will get to choose from a selection to make the look their own. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/14/sneak-peek-at-new-disney-cast-member-costumes/ A new shopping location in Bayou Country has an official opening date. Louis' Critter Club will open on November 13th. Walls are already down around the new location, as well as most of Bayou Country providing a glimpse into the re-themed areas. Colorful new artwork adorns the outside of the attraction building, and the queue across from Winnie the Pooh is themed to a garden where Tiana is harvesting ingredients for her restaurant. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/14/disney-announces-opening-date-for-new-gift-shop/ Weeklyteers who enjoy skipping the line for food at the parks will be excited that TWO locations have added mobile ordering. Dole Whips are on mobile order at The Tropical Hideaway starting today, and Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta will also add mobile ordering. This should cut down on waits at these locations to get your favorite treats. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/12/its-about-to-get-easier-to-get-a-dole-whip-in-disneyland/ A new, vibrant puppet has been added to the existing Coco show in Disney California Adventure. Pepita now takes flight along with the telling of the story. – https://www.micechat.com/400041-disneyland-update-paint-the-night-price-spike-bayou-adventure-preview/ Yet another themed water filling station has come to the resort. This time, it is across from the exit to Big Thunder Mountain and themed to a tree stump. – https://www.micechat.com/400041-disneyland-update-paint-the-night-price-spike-bayou-adventure-preview/ Weeklyteers who are want to get their Autopia drivers license have new booths to facilitate this! Three new booths are at the exit to Autopia and look futuristic. The booths take a photo and give guests a drivers license from the attraction. Another long overdue update has come to Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters. Can you guess what it is? The camera that takes the on-ride photo has been updated to newer tech from the old 90s webcam look previously. All we can say is: finally! – https://www.micechat.com/400041-disneyland-update-paint-the-night-price-spike-bayou-adventure-preview/ The Magic Key portal in the Disneyland app has been updated. The updated look features easier access to special offers, benefits, and a discount location map. For folks wanting to get a Magic Key, but have been unable to, MiceChat reports that they could go back on sale before the end of the year. – https://www.micechat.com/400041-disneyland-update-paint-the-night-price-spike-bayou-adventure-preview/ Some new merchandise booths have appeared in Downtown Disney. Kawaii Slime Company allows guests to create custom slime using fun add-ons. Havilah & Co. offers a wide variety of scented candles, with 50% of the profits going to charity. – https://www.micechat.com/400041-disneyland-update-paint-the-night-price-spike-bayou-adventure-preview/ A cast member of 62 years was celebrated recently at Disneyland. Hank Ameen started working at Disneyland as a Jungle Cruise Skipper in 1958. Hank then became a Disneyland Resort firefighter, monitoring pyrotechnic safety for fireworks. As of October 8, he is the longest standing employee of The Walt Disney Company. For those wondering, he is 92 and when asked about retirement, he said “As long as I can smile and laugh, I'm going to be here.” – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/meet-hank-todays-longest-standing-disney-cast-member/ Trader Sam's is getting into the holiday spirit with a Madame Leota Mug. The mug will be available for order through the Disneyland app on October 25th. The artist behind the design, Tank Standing Buffalo, will be signing the mug. The queue for signing will be open from 5:45pm-6:45pm and 8:15pm to 9:15pm. Also available will be a limited amount of fourth edition Hatbox Ghost and the Ursula Cauldron Mug. – https://www.instagram.com/disneyeats/?fbclid=IwY2xjawF7o45leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHYE8LKyzTbLqldetXEDVy6_DDkiY6q1HGOFcO37uVm4xNpYWcim6DQTKmg_aem_JkFobUWAh93yWkLJ8SxKTw SnackChat: Maurice's Treats – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/maurices-treats/menus/ Edelweiss Snacks – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/edelweiss-snacks/menus Troubadour Tavern – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/troubadour-tavern/menus Discussion Topic: Paint the night – https://d23.com/a-to-z/paint-the-night/ https://disney.fandom.com/wiki/Paint_the_Night https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paint_the_Night

This week, Critter Country is no more, a new kids ticket offer for 2025, Coco and Avatar changes, The Jungle Cruise is back, a Disneyland Hotel lounge has a new name, we finish our conversation with Tonya and Amber, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: It is official: Critter Country is no more. Bayou Country is now the name of the area with Tiana's Bayou Adventure and The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh. The display on the balcony above the new Louis' Critter Club has been redecorated to a dressing room with musical instruments and a fan mail box. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ Weeklyteers who will be traveling to Disneyland with kids in early 2025 should take advantage of a new ticket offer. Children ages 3 through 9 can get a ticket for as low as $50 for a one day, one park ticket for visits from January 7th through March 20th. This deal goes on sale October 22nd. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/50-kids-disneyland-ticket-savings-on-hotel-stays/ Some good news for those of you who didn't want Avatar in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot area. Micechat reports that locations for the new Coco and Avatar projects have been in flux. After studying the crowd flow on Pixar Pier, there may not be enough room for an extended queue where the planned Coco attraction would be located. It was suggested to move the Coco attraction to Hollywood Land, which would allow for Monsters, Inc. to be saved as Coco would move into the Hollywood and Dine location. This leaves the Avatar project without a home for now. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ The Jungle Cruise has returned from it's two week refurbishment. We had hoped that the tiger's stone surroundings would have returned, but they have not. However, both African bull elephants are back, the piranhas are functional again, and overall looks in good shape. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ The lounge in the Disneyland Hotel's Fantasyland Tower has a new name! The Broken Spell Lounge is located next to Goofy's Kitchen and has a darker vibe, with forest accents and dark colors. Disney did not announce the name change, or put up a new sign, but they did update the navigational signage around the hotel. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/10/01/did-disney-just-quietly-change-a-restaurant-name/ While you are stopping into the Market House on Main Street for a morning beverage, be sure to pick up the newest sweet creation. The S'mores Cake Donut has arrived and is made of a graham cracker cake donut, chocolate ganache, and topped with a toasted marshmallow. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ A new Disney Parks cookbook has gone on sale, and to celebrate, Disney has posted the recipe for the Celebration Chocolate Fudge Brownies. These brownies were available at the 2023 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. This recipe has just a few ingredients and looks fun for the whole family to create and eat! – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-celebration-chocolate-fudge-brownie-recipe/ For the select few who will be taking a VIP tour, there are some new exclusive items. A new line of VIP tour merchandise featuring the iconic plaid design is available to guests taking a VIP tour. The new items can only be purchased the day of the tour and are limited to one of each item per guest. There is a spirit jersey, pin and keychain set, lanyard, ornament, Loungefly mini backpack, and, of course, an ear headband. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ When the holidays arrive at the resort, a popular tradition will return to Downtown Disney. The Holiday Gingerbread Workshop has guests of all ages build and decorate a gingerbread house at the Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio. The event is $35 per person and includes unlimited hot chocolate, one assorted mini dessert plate, and a digital photo with Santa. The gingerbread house is an additional $56 per house, with one house per group required, which includes a bag of assorted candies and icing for decorating, plus a limited edition 2024 Jazz Kitchen ornament. The event takes place on December 8th, 14th, and 15th from 12 to 2pm. Tickets go on sale November 6th at 11am Disneyland time. – https://www.micechat.com/399618-disneyland-update-project-switch-a-roo-construction-price-hikes-too/ SnackChat: Red Rose Taverne – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/red-rose-taverne/menus Discussion Topic: Former Cast Member Tanya

More theme park news: MiceChat.com  

This week, Oogie Boogie Bash tickets are on sale, Haunted Mansion has an opening date, with a twist, a new bubble experience coming to Downtown Disney, a soft opening of Din Tai Fung, we talk about Disneyland After Dark Pride Nite, 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: One of the hottest after hours tickets is the Oogie Boogie Bash. Tickets for this years bash went on sale for Inspire Keyholders on June 24th. All other keyholders have an opportunity for early tickets on June 26th at 8:45am Disneyland time, with general public tickets on sale June 27th at 8:45am Disneyland time. – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/events-tours/disney-california-adventure/oogie-boogie-bash-halloween-party/ We have an opening date for the Haunted Mansion! The mansion will return as Haunted Mansion Holiday with the start of the Halloween season on August 23rd. For the reopening, guests will be able to experience the attraction through virtual queue only, with no standby available. MiceChat reports that the attraction may soft open as early as sometime in July since the interior of the attraction is mostly complete. – https://disneyland.disney.go.com/attractions/disneyland/haunted-mansion-holiday/ This July, a new bubble experience will come to Downtown Disney. The “Bubbles Experience at Downtown Disney District presented by Disney Jr's Ariel” will take place from noon to 4pm from July 1st through July 31st. A bubble moment will happen every half hour, with a DJ hosting at the Downtown Disney LIVE! stage and lawn. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/din-tai-fung-opening-plus-more-this-summer-in-downtown-disney-district/ A highly anticipated restaurant has soft opened in Downtown Disney! Din Tai Fung started serving guests on June 24th with a limited menu. The official opening will be sometime in July. Guests can make reservations through the Din Tai Fung website. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/din-tai-fung-opening-plus-more-this-summer-in-downtown-disney-district/ There has been quite a few closures at Disneyland, and around the resort, with even more are coming in August. Starting August 5th, the Disneyland Railroad will be closed, along with Space Mountain, Turtle Talk with Crush, and the Animation Academy! We don't have reopening dates yet, but it is good that they are keeping the attractions maintained. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/06/25/brace-yourself-4-ride-and-attraction-closures-are-coming-to-disneyland/ Something new has appeared on the stage in the Golden Horseshoe. It isn't entertainment unfortunately, but a display for Celebrate Soulfully! The new display highlights black music in America at the turn of the 20th century. The exhibit is on the stage, so until it leaves, there will not be any live music. – https://www.micechat.com/389280-disneyland-update-a-week-of-history-change-envy/ Summer is just starting, but Disney is already preparing for the holidays. At Disneyland, the holiday season will kick off on November 15th, with returning traditions like Festival of the Holidays, attraction overlays, and winter decor. The new wintertime attire for Mickey, Minnie, and their friends was also unveiled. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/wishing-you-a-holly-jolly-halfway-to-the-holidays-from-disney-experiences/ Along with the holiday announcements, some merchandise was also previewed. Traditional knit sweaters, cardigans, and pullover sweatshirts will be available, along with Spirit Jerseys, headwear, and more! To see all of it for yourself, head to the link in our show notes. – https://www.micechat.com/390049-disney-holiday-merchandise-preview-2024/ A new storefront has come to Main Street, USA. On Center Street, Main Street Painters Supply has moved in. There is no shop here, just the facade as part of a sponsorship deal with paint manufacturer PPG. PPG is the official paint of Walt Disney World and Disneyland. – https://www.micechat.com/389280-disneyland-update-a-week-of-history-change-envy/ Discussion Topic: DLWeekly Crew in Disneyland, Pride Nite, and Newport Beach

Ever wonder about some of the secret stories and forgotten aspects of Walt Disney World? Well, author Foxx Nolte has catalogued many of these tales and fascinating finds in a new book: Hidden History of Walt Disney World, published by The History Press. On this episode of Notably Disney, Foxx, who garnered much acclaim for the book Boundless Realm: Deep Explorations inside Disney's Haunted Mansion, discusses curating great discoveries in Disney history and what this new title uncovers.  Pick up a copy of Hidden History of Walt Disney World via The History Press or wherever you purchase books. Follow Foxx Nolte's work on the Passport to Dreams Old and New blog MiceChat. Check out Foxx on Twitter/X @Passport2Dreams! Feel free to reach out to Brett via Twitter/X @bnachmanreports, subscribe to the podcast, and send your feedback to notablydisney@gmail.com New episodes of the podcast debut on the first and third Tuesday of every month.

This week, a new concept for ears is coming to the resort, Pixar Fest is in full swing, we have the details, two locations in Downtown Disney have opened, with another more up in the air, we talk about our days in the park, 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: Fans of Mickey and Minnie ears, you will want to hear about this new item coming to Disneyland! Custom Character Headbands, which are already popular in Hong Kong Disneyland, are coming to the original Disneyland! Guests pick a headband, then choose a mini plush (or multiple), then secure the plush to the headband to wear! The Mad Hatter on Main Street and Bing Bongs in Disney California Adventure will carry the new items. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/04/wildly-popular-custom-character-headbands-coming-to-disneyland/ The Fantasyland Theater is currently home to the Pixar Pals Playtime Party for Pixar Fest. The area hosts a range of Pixar characters including characters from Onward, Luca, Elemental, Up! and more! There are also crafts, a dance party on stage, and great people watching! – https://www.micechat.com/385538-disneyland-update-the-good-the-bad-the-pixar/ Weeklyteers who remember the 50th anniversary of Disneyland might find this next Pixar Fest game familiar. The resort has disguised 50 Pizza Planet Trucks around the resort for guests to find! Guests will need to look everywhere from windows on Main Street, to the shooting gallery, and more! – Disneyland Update: The Good, The Bad & The Pixar (micechat.com) A couple other parts of Pixar Fest are receiving mixed reviews. The Better Together parade has a ton of characters and a lot of energy from the cast, but is too short at less than 15 minutes. The floats also are lackluster. Club Pixar in the Hollywood Studios Backlot features cast members inviting guests to dance along with characters. – https://www.micechat.com/385538-disneyland-update-the-good-the-bad-the-pixar/ Two of the locations in Downtown Disney are finally open! Centrico and Paseo are open to guests! MiceChat reports that Centrico was good with a lot of great choices and good ambiance. Paseo features two display kitchens where guests can see tortillas and baked goods being made, and entrees in the other. – Disneyland Update: The Good, The Bad & The Pixar (micechat.com) One of the other locations that was slated to come to Downtown Disney isn't a sure bet anymore. Rumor has it that Porto's may not come to Downtown Disney after all. No word on why, but Earl of Sandwich will probably have to move still anyway. – Disneyland Update: The Good, The Bad & The Pixar (micechat.com) SnackChat: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Foodie Guide 2024 – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/04/disney-eats-asian-american-and-pacific-islander-heritage-month-foodie-guide-2024/ Pickle Lemonaide – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/04/30/sparkling-pickle-lemonade-is-coming-to-a-disney-park-tomorrow-and-we-arent-sure-how-we-feel-about-it/ Discussion Topic: The rest of Tage and Teresa's time at Disneyland.

This week, a ton of Pixar Fest information like the Foodie Guide, decorations, dining options, Downtown Disney updates are a plenty as well, we talk about our upcoming trip to the parks this weekend, 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: Pixar Fest is coming in quick! Decorations for the festival are going up all around the resort. Last week, we talked about the decorations in Downtown Disney, this week they are showing up in both parks! Very colorful bunting has appeared on the lamp posts along Main Street in Disneyland, and Buena Vista Street in Disney California Adventure. Each lamp post has a different Pixar character at the top. – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Goodbyes, Last Hurrahs & New Horizons! (micechat.com) With PixarFest just around the corner, there is another dining option coming to Disney California Adventure. With the launch of “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration,” there will be a dessert package available to guests. The package includes reserved seating for the parade, and a selection of Pixar-inspired foods, desserts and cheeses, with unlimited soft drinks and bottled water—plus coffee and a specialty mocktail. The package is $69 per guest. – https://www.micechat.com/384351-cuisine-with-character-disneyland-resort-pixar-fest-food-guide/ Some new items are also launching for Pixar Fest that is just amazing! Doug, from Up! is available as a popcorn bucket for Magic Key Holders, and the Guitar from Coco popcorn bucket will be available for all guests. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/04/11/2-new-disney-popcorn-buckets-are-coming-soon/#more-925040 We have some new information about the new dining locations coming to Downtown Disney in the near future. Paseo, Centrico, and Tiendita will be opening in the next few weeks according to the Disney Parks Blog. Din Tai Fung will be opening this summer, and new Steakhouse and BBQ concepts will be coming as well in the former Tortilla Jo's footprint. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/04/new-culinary-delights-coming-to-downtown-disney-district/ Another location in Downtown Disney is undergoing some changes. The popular Marceline's Confectionary is expanding. During the construction, there will be a Marceline's cart in Downtown Disney selling treats. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/04/new-culinary-delights-coming-to-downtown-disney-district/ Some interactivity has come to the construction walls at the Haunted Mansion. MagicBand wearing guests can tap on specific tap points on the walls to hear sounds from the attraction. There are also QR codes to access the PhotoPass Lens options in the Disneyland App. – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Goodbyes, Last Hurrahs & New Horizons! (micechat.com) An interesting observation was made by the crew over at MiceChat this week. Some lamp posts at Jolly Holiday, Rancho del Zocalo, and the Pirates of the Caribbean bridge have been removed. This is likely related to the lamp post blowing over a few months ago in Town Square. – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Goodbyes, Last Hurrahs & New Horizons! (micechat.com) With Tiana's Bayou Adventure winding down construction in Walt Disney World, the Ambassadors from the resort showed off some new Minnie Ears. The ears are navy blue with gold details and artwork from the attraction. No date for when these will be on sale or coming to Disneyland. – SURPRISE! Disney Revealed a NEW Tiana's Bayou Adventure Ride Souvenir | the disney food blog SnackChat: Pixar Fest Foodie Guide – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/04/disney-eats-pixar-fest-foodie-guide-starting-april-26/ May the 4th Foodie Guide – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/04/disney-eats-may-the-4th-foodie-guide-2024/ Discussion Topic: https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/02/disney-eats-foodie-guide-to-disney-california-adventure-food-wine-festival-2024 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/03/disney-eats-season-of-the-force-foodie-guide-for-disneyland-resort-2024 https://disneyanafanclub.weebly.com/dfc_expo.html

This week, a ton of Pixar Fest information like the Foodie Guide, decorations, dining options, Downtown Disney updates are a plenty as well, we talk about our upcoming trip to the parks this weekend, 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: Pixar Fest is coming in quick! Decorations for the festival are going up all around the resort. Last week, we talked about the decorations in Downtown Disney, this week they are showing up in both parks! Very colorful bunting has appeared on the lamp posts along Main Street in Disneyland, and Buena Vista Street in Disney California Adventure. Each lamp post has a different Pixar character at the top. – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Goodbyes, Last Hurrahs & New Horizons! (micechat.com) With PixarFest just around the corner, there is another dining option coming to Disney California Adventure. With the launch of “Better Together: A Pixar Pals Celebration,” there will be a dessert package available to guests. The package includes reserved seating for the parade, and a selection of Pixar-inspired foods, desserts and cheeses, with unlimited soft drinks and bottled water—plus coffee and a specialty mocktail. The package is $69 per guest. – https://www.micechat.com/384351-cuisine-with-character-disneyland-resort-pixar-fest-food-guide/ Some new items are also launching for Pixar Fest that is just amazing! Doug, from Up! is available as a popcorn bucket for Magic Key Holders, and the Guitar from Coco popcorn bucket will be available for all guests. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2024/04/11/2-new-disney-popcorn-buckets-are-coming-soon/#more-925040 We have some new information about the new dining locations coming to Downtown Disney in the near future. Paseo, Centrico, and Tiendita will be opening in the next few weeks according to the Disney Parks Blog. Din Tai Fung will be opening this summer, and new Steakhouse and BBQ concepts will be coming as well in the former Tortilla Jo's footprint. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/04/new-culinary-delights-coming-to-downtown-disney-district/ Another location in Downtown Disney is undergoing some changes. The popular Marceline's Confectionary is expanding. During the construction, there will be a Marceline's cart in Downtown Disney selling treats. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/04/new-culinary-delights-coming-to-downtown-disney-district/ Some interactivity has come to the construction walls at the Haunted Mansion. MagicBand wearing guests can tap on specific tap points on the walls to hear sounds from the attraction. There are also QR codes to access the PhotoPass Lens options in the Disneyland App. – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Goodbyes, Last Hurrahs & New Horizons! (micechat.com) An interesting observation was made by the crew over at MiceChat this week. Some lamp posts at Jolly Holiday, Rancho del Zocalo, and the Pirates of the Caribbean bridge have been removed. This is likely related to the lamp post blowing over a few months ago in Town Square. – DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Goodbyes, Last Hurrahs & New Horizons! (micechat.com) With Tiana's Bayou Adventure winding down construction in Walt Disney World, the Ambassadors from the resort showed off some new Minnie Ears. The ears are navy blue with gold details and artwork from the attraction. No date for when these will be on sale or coming to Disneyland. – SURPRISE! Disney Revealed a NEW Tiana's Bayou Adventure Ride Souvenir | the disney food blog SnackChat: Pixar Fest Foodie Guide – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/04/disney-eats-pixar-fest-foodie-guide-starting-april-26/ May the 4th Foodie Guide – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/04/disney-eats-may-the-4th-foodie-guide-2024/ Discussion Topic: https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/02/disney-eats-foodie-guide-to-disney-california-adventure-food-wine-festival-2024 https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2024/03/disney-eats-season-of-the-force-foodie-guide-for-disneyland-resort-2024 https://disneyanafanclub.weebly.com/dfc_expo.html

Welcome to Episode 140 of the Talking Disney Podcast. On this episode we share some news from the latest Disney earnings call and James talks about his 2024 MiceChat Gumball Rally experiences! Thanks for listening! Like us on Facebook: @TalkingDisneyPodcast Follow us on Twitter: @TalkingDisney Follow us on Instagram: @talkingdisneypodcast Follow us on TikTok: @talkingdisneypodcast Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@TalkingDisneyPodcast Email us: talkingdisneypodcast@gmail.com Website: www.talkingdisneypodcast.com Check out The Disney Podcast Group on Facebook - www.facebook.com/groups/TheDisneyPodcastGroup  AFFILIATE DISCLAIMER - The Talking Disney Podcast is listener supported and when you buy through links in the description (at no extra cost to you), we may earn an affiliate commission

This week, a new Trader Sam's mug has arrived for a limited time, the Candlelight Processional is almost here, new Magic Key Holder holiday merch, an unusual sight on "it's a small world", we talk to author Marcy Carriker Smothers, 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: By the time you hear this, a new item will likely be sold out. Trader Sam's has a new holiday mug that went on sale at 6 am through mobile order on November 29th. The new mug will only be available on that date. The mug looks like a red wine barrel, with bits of snow that has fallen on it, with the Trader Sam's logo and other nautical and holiday ornamentation. - https://www.micechat.com/374193-disneyland-update-igers-wish-big-crowds-its-a-small-nude-after-all/ https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/11/24/disneys-new-trader-sams-tiki-mug-is-available-for-one-day-only/ Preparation is already underway for the Candlelight Processional taking place this weekend at Disneyland. We already covered tips on how you can experience this holiday tradition if you aren't an invited guest. If you are going to be in the parks this weekend, be ready to have some congestion at the front of Disneyland before, during, and after the processional. - https://www.micechat.com/374193-disneyland-update-igers-wish-big-crowds-its-a-small-nude-after-all/ Magic Key Holders have some new holiday merchandise to choose from. A phone case, headphone case, and magnet are available with a holiday design featuring a vintage looking Mickey and Minnie, with some gifts, and some other characters on the phone case only. The items range from $14.99 to $34.99. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/11/new-magic-key-holiday-merchandise-available-now-at-disneyland-resort/ With the debut of the new Disney Animation film Wish this weekend, a new popcorn bucket and sipper has arrived at the parks to celebrate. The popcorn bucket is themed after the character Valentino from the movie, and the sipper is Star. Valentino is a small brown goat wearing an orange shirt. The Wish Star sipper is shaped like the Star character and features a yellow painted face on a sparkling yellow body. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/11/photos-wish-valentino-popcorn-bucket-star-sipper-arrive-at-disneyland-resort/ Fans of the Dapper Dans may want to add a new item to their gift lists. A new knit polo shirt in the theme of the Dapper Dans has arrived on Main Street in Disneyland. The polo is $78, and features a repeating red pinstripe pattern across the front and back, stopping at the sleeves to simulate the appearance of a Dapper Dans vest. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/11/dapper-dans-knit-polo-shirt-available-at-disneyland-park/ Fans of the oversized candy bar at Pym Test Kitchen may be disappointed at the following news. The Choco Smash Bar is now the Choco Smash Cake. Gone is the candy bar shape and presentation, and is now in the form of a slice of cake, made from the same ingredients. MiceChat reports that the size of the cake slices are all over the place, but will hopefully stabilize as cast members get used to the new format. - https://www.micechat.com/374193-disneyland-update-igers-wish-big-crowds-its-a-small-nude-after-all/ An unusual sight happened on "it's a small world" this weekend. On Sunday afternoon, a guest who was reported as being under the influence of something climbed out of an "it's a small world" boat, stripped down to his underwear, and climbed onto some of the sets in the attraction. The guest was escorted out of the attraction and arrested by the Anaheim Police Department. He was charged on multiple accounts. - https://www.micechat.com/374193-disneyland-update-igers-wish-big-crowds-its-a-small-nude-after-all/ Discussion Topic: Author Marcy Carriker Smothers Amazon links - https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marcy-Carriker-Smothers/author/B00D8GZR8S Marcy's Website - https://www.marcycarrikersmothers.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/marcycarrikersmothers/

This week, a preview of the Adventureland Treehouse, the new Palm Breeze Bar, the halls are being decked for Christmas, holiday food, merchandise, and more for holidays, we talk to Josey who went on the Adventures by Disney around the world 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 Adventureland Treehouse will open later this week to the public, but Disney released a preview of the reimagined attraction online last week. The video shows the father's painting area which is wheelchair accessible and allows guests who cannot climb steps to experience the different rooms. The animatronics, audio, and overall asthetic looks amazing. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/videos/full-tour-adventureland-treehouse-at-night-disneyland-resort/ https://www.micechat.com/338868-breaking-news-disneylands-new-adventureland-treehouse-revealed/ The new bar at the Villas at the Disneyland Resort has opened to guests. The Palm Breeze Bar is colorful and fun, reminiscent of Mary Blair's designs. The food has been reported as very good, however it is on the pricier side. This could explain why a new location like this isn't as busy as other similar locations that have drawn much bigger crowds. – https://www.micechat.com/372173-disneyland-update-treehouse-triumph-jungle-turbulence-toontown-turmoil/ With the Holiday season starting this week, the Christmas tree on Main Street has been installed. The tree towers 60 feet tall and is covered with more than 1,800 ornaments. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/11/photos-christmas-tree-arrives-on-main-street-u-s-a-at-disneyland-park-for-2023-holiday-season/ With the Holidays starting this week, there is a Holiday Foodie Guide that the Disney Parks Blog released. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/11/disney-eats-foodie-guide-to-holidays-at-disneyland-resort-2023/ In addition the the regular holiday food, there is also the Festival of the Holidays Foodie Guide! {talk about the food} Maybe mention the new food segment coming in the new year? – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/11/disney-eats-foodie-guide-to-disney-festival-of-holidays-2023-at-disneyland-resort/ Of course there is a TON of new holiday merch that has arrived ahead of the official holiday season this week. From ears, to spirit jerseys and everything in-between, there is truly something for everyone. – https://www.micechat.com/369082-disneyland-holiday-merchandise-2023/ A new character from the upcoming Disney movie Wish is going to be meeting and greeting at the resort soon. On November 22nd, the day of the movie premiere, she will be in front of the Royal Hall in Fantasyland. It isn't clear if she will be around beyond the one day, but we will update you once we know. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/11/asha-from-wish-arriving-at-disneyland-resort-on-november-22/ There is trouble on the waterways of the Jungle Cruise. The attraction closed abruptly last week and was closed through the weekend. Scrims have gone up around the tiger area that can be seen from the exterior portion of the Indy queue. Micechat reports that the rockwork by the tiger was crumbling and in need of repair. The attraction will hopefully reopen with this section behind scrims. – https://www.micechat.com/372173-disneyland-update-treehouse-triumph-jungle-turbulence-toontown-turmoil/ As we reported on previously, part of Toontown have come out from behind construction walls. The fountain is the only section that was previously closed to guests that is still unavailable, and the walls moved around Goofy's How to Play Yard, and Donald's Duck Pond. November 11th should be the last day for all walls in Toontown, unless the schedule slips. – https://www.micechat.com/372173-disneyland-update-treehouse-triumph-jungle-turbulence-toontown-turmoil/ January 7th will mark the end of Tail of the Lion King in the Fantasyland Theatre. The show ran for a little under two years, and wasn't as flashy as other shows that used this venue, but it was still a very well done, lively show. – https://www.micechat.com/372173-disneyland-update-treehouse-triumph-jungle-turbulence-toontown-turmoil/ Discussion Topic: Adventure by Disney Trip with Josey https://www.adventuresbydisney.com/destinations/around-the-world/global-jet-adventures/ This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week, new rumors about Tiana's Bayou Adventure, the Adventureland Treehouse is ready to open, Pixar Place Hotel has an opening date, Toontown may be finishing up tweaks, we talk to author J Jeff Kober about the first 100 years of Disney, 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: Over at MiceChat, Dusty Sage was able to have a conversation with higher-up associated with Tiana's Bayou Adventure where he expressed his dismay at the focus on the search for a missing ingredient. If Dusty is right, there is a lot more going on with this attraction. Per his conversation, it is a sort of fake out for guests concealing the fact that they are doing a lot more with this attraction than has been announced. Massive set pieces are being installed to make this much more grand than the attraction that it is replacing. They are also spending a considerable amount on this project that they could have built an entirely new attraction. – https://www.micechat.com/371000-disneyland-update-snowfall-pumpkins-missed-opportunities/ It is possible that by the time you listen to this, the Adventureland Treehouse could be open! All of the scaffolding has been removed and the construction tape is gone. The walls around the attraction seem to be the only thing holding back excited guests. – https://www.micechat.com/371000-disneyland-update-snowfall-pumpkins-missed-opportunities/ https://www.micechat.com/371000-disneyland-update-snowfall-pumpkins-missed-opportunities/ The Paradise Pier Hotel will become the Pixar Place Hotel officially on January 30th, 2024. The new Luxo Lamp sculpture is yet to be installed, and the Great Maple restaurant is still under construction. The Disney Parks Blog posted images of the new room decor and all the reopening details. To see them yourself, head on over to the link in our show notes. –https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/10/opening-date-revealed-for-pixar-place-hotel-at-disneyland-resort-plus-sneak-peek-of-great-maple-menu-pixar-themed-hotel-rooms-and-more/ As we have spoken about a few times on the podcast recently, Toontown is undergoing some updates to fix the land's main interactive fountain and dreaming tree section. The CenTOONial Park is scheduled to reopen on October 30th, and then Goofy's How-to-Play Yard will close on the same day. Changes to this area are scheduled to wrap up and reopen to the public on November 10th. Hopefully, this will just leave Donald's Duck Pond having never been operating for guests. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/10/17/one-disney-attraction-will-reopen-soon-but-another-will-close-the-same-day/ A fun new activity is coming to the Disneyland Resort this Halloween Season. The Disney Parks Blog posted a Halloween Time Scavenger Hunt Around the Disneyland Resort. The scavenger hunt provides clues to find things in Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, and Downtown Disney. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/10/try-our-new-disneyland-resort-halloween-scavenger-hunt-for-families/ Halloween is still about a week away, but Christmas is already moving in around the resort. Snow has started to fall on Sleeping Beauty Castle, resulting in the Disney100 decorations disappearing before the actual anniversary, lights are going up in the trees on Main Street, and New Orleans Square is starting to have its decorations installed. – https://www.micechat.com/371000-disneyland-update-snowfall-pumpkins-missed-opportunities/ Have you ever wanted to have breakfast with Santa? If so, act fast as Naples Restorante will offer “Breakfast with Santa” this holiday season on select days from November 25th through December 24th. Prices are $110 for adults and $50 for children and includes a family-style breakfast, hot cocoa, and bottomless mimosas for adults, and stuffed animals, and a personalized stocking for kids. Book your spot at the link in our show notes. – https://www.micechat.com/371000-disneyland-update-snowfall-pumpkins-missed-opportunities/ https://www.patinagroup.com/naples-ristorante-e-bar/breakfast-with-santa For Weeklyteers who have not had the chance to attend a mixology seminar at Trader Sam's, Disneyland News Today was able to and has a review of the Halloween version that happened recently. For $169, plus $30.42 gratuity and tax, which brings the entire experience to $214.88, you get the newest tiki mug available at the time and the mixology course. Tickets are prepaid only and they have a 3-day cancellation policy. The event sounds fun and includes a small reception afterward with appetizers from Tongaroa Terrace. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/10/review-spirited-trader-sams-mixology-seminar-shakes-up-some-fun-at-disneyland-resort/ For Disney's 100th Anniversary on October 16th, the company threw a 23-hour Cast Member party! The event took place at Disneyland, but was backstage where Cast Members participated in a variety of activities like Disney100-exclusive screenings, dunk tanks where cast members could dunk their leads, speed puzzling, and more. Visit the link in the show notes to see the group photo taken after park hours for the event. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/10/17/disney-threw-an-exclusive-23-hour-party-for-the-100th-anniversary/ Artist Sam Carter, in partnership with senior Disney designer Melanie Lapovich, created some artwork celebrating Disney through the eras. The artwork was posted online on the Walt Disney Archives Facebook page this week. The artwork debuted at the D23 Disney100: D23 Royal Anniversary Ball that took place at the Walt Disney Studios last week. Check it our at the link in our show notes. – https://www.micechat.com/371000-disneyland-update-snowfall-pumpkins-missed-opportunities/ Discussion Topic: Jeff Kober A Century of Powerful Disney Insights: Inspiration & Ideas from 100 Years of Disney Magic – https://a.co/d/5MidHou https://disneyinsights.com/ This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

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To all who come to this happy podcast, welcome!! We recorded very special episode live in front of an audience of some of the greatest people on earth in one of the greatest resorts on earth, The Hojo Anaheim, with one of the greatest guests on earth, Dusty Sage of Micechat.com!This episode revisits a topic we covered  back in March of 2020. We took the opportunity to give our listeners a voice by having them share what Disneyland means to them. During this episode, you'll hear some funny, touching, and very inspiring stories from our friends of the show!A very special thank you to Heather Rad and the whole crew over at Hojo Anaheim, our favorite place to stay when we visit the parks! They provided a lovely space for us to be able to host this event. We literally couldn't have done this without them!! Want to stay at the Hojo Anaheim? Follow our affiliate link below for details and booking information!Click Here To Check out the Hojo AnaheimFollow Dusty Sage's Happenings Here:Instagram: @the.dusty.sageMicechat Insta: @micechatWebsite: micechat.comCheck Out Our Other Podcast: Did You Know DisneyFollow Us On Instagram: @the_backside_of_waterJoin Our Facebook Group: The Backside of WaterProduction CreditsDirected By: Alex StewartWritten By: Alex Stewart & Freddy MartinSound Design and Editing By: Alex Stewart

This week, happy haunts materialize around the resort, sit down resturants expand beverage selections, news on Fantasmic, some welcome changes for dining reservations, we talk about Teresa's experience at the Mouse Meet, 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: We have some updates reguarding Fantasmic. Disneyland has announced that the show will return Spring of 2024. When it returns, they have promised new magic but they have not promised the return of the Maleficent dragon. According to Micechat, cast members have been told there will be changes made to the show including a “thrilling new finale between Sorcrer Mickey and Mlaeficent.” They were also told that “although the dragon figure won't be par of the show when it returns next spring, there will be prenty o exciting new special effects to wow our guests.” – https://www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/202307/9676/ https://www.micechat.com/354214-shocking-news-disneylands-fantasmic-dragon-engulfed-in-flames/ We're almost there, the smoke stacks have been installed at Tiana's Palace! Along with the towering smoke stacks, the resturant's sign has also been installed. Disney has not confimed an opening date for this dining location yet, active construction is still going on in the interior and kitchen. – https://www.micechat.com/344214-tianas-palace-to-replace-new-orleans-square-classic/ https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/08/walt-disney-world-and-disneyland-to-launch-updated-system-for-finding-dining-reservations/ To celebrate the release of the Haunted Mansion movie, a new sipper has materalized around the resort. We may be biased, but Hat Box ghost sipper looks incredible! The price for this grim grinning ghost is $32 and can be found at select locations. – https://www.micechat.com/362665-disneylands-ghoulishly-delightful-new-sipper-collectible-popcorn-buckets/ The Happiest Haunts guided tour is returning this Halloween season! Guests will get to experience chills and thrills on this two hour walking tour. Highlights include a history of halloween and tales specific to Disney, expedited access to Pirates of the Caribbean, reserved viewing for Halloween Screams, a guided tour pin, a halloween treat, AND a photo op with the Hitchhiking Ghost animatronics from the Haunted Mansion! – https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/07/happiest-haunts-guided-tour-with-halloween-screams-viewing-returning-to-disneyland-resort-this-fall/ Disney has announced that three table service locations will soon add adult beverages to their menus. In addition to a selection of wines, beers,and cocktails there will also be some speciality beverages avalible at each location. Carnation Cafe will have a Carnation Cooler made with vodka, raspberry, and ginger ale, River Belle Terrace will serve a River Belle Margarita with tequila, lime, and orange liqueur, and Cafe Orleans will offer a Cafe Orleans Hurricane made with rum, passionfruit, orange, and pineapple juices. The new beverages will be available starting in September. – https://www.micechat.com/362531-disneyland-adding-adult-beverages-to-three-more-restaurants/ A update is coming to the app and website to help make advance dining reservations easier. The update will make it so that a guests will be able to see all available times for the dining location .when they select the time of day they are looking to book (breakfast, lunch, or dinner) Currently, only some of the times would appear this way, and other times would pop up if you searched for a specific time slot. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/08/walt-disney-world-and-disneyland-to-launch-updated-system-for-finding-dining-reservations/ The rooftop pool at the Paradise Pier, soon to be Pixar Place, hotel is now open! This newly designed outdoor space has a pool, a water slide, and splash pad for guests to enjoy. The area has a very fun and colorful Finding Nemo design, which includes many of your favorite characters including Crush, Hank, and many more. – https://www.micechat.com/363184-disneyland-pixar-place-hotel-news-and-info/ World princess week is August 20-26 this year and Disneyland will have some special things to celebrate. A princess bubble sipper will be available at locations around the resort, the purple pineapple shell macaron will return, and for those who wish to celebrate at home, a Mulan Tea set will be avalible for purchase as well. – https://www.micechat.com/362640-the-royal-rundown-what-to-expect-from-disneylands-world-princess-week-2023/ Discussion Topic: Teresa tells us all about her trip to the Pacific Northwest Mouse Meet.

We're back! After a very long hiatus we are proud to return to exploring the amazing attractions in Disneyland, and this episode is very special for a number of reasons! We recorded this episode live, in front of an audience of some of the greatest people on earth in one of the greatest resorts on earth, The Hojo Anaheim, with one of the greatest guests on earth, Dusty Sage of Micechat.com!This unscripted conversation between Alex, Freddy, and Dusty really is a unique treat for fans of The Backside of Water. The energy in the room is tangible throughout the entire episode and we hope that you feel transported to this special time with us. Dusty Sage fits into the conversation like a glove and it was a total blast having him be part of the show!A very special thank you to Heather Rad and the whole crew over at Hojo Anaheim, our favorite place to stay when we visit the parks! They provided a lovely space for us to be able to host this event. We literally couldn't have done this without them!! Want to stay at the Hojo Anaheim? Follow our affiliate link below for details and booking information!Click Here To Check out the Hojo AnaheimFollow Dusty Sage's Happenings Here:Instagram: @the.dusty.sageMicechat Insta: @micechatWebsite: micechat.comCheck Out Our Other Podcast: Did You Know DisneyFollow Us On Instagram: @the_backside_of_waterJoin Our Facebook Group: The Backside of WaterProduction CreditsDirected By: Alex StewartWritten By: Alex Stewart & Freddy MartinSound Design and Editing By: Alex Stewart

This week, happy haunts materalize for a movie premier, Disneyland turns 68, a sneak peek of things to come to San Fransokyo, we check in with Tage and James in Europe, 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: Breaking News!! Disney accounced a new night time entertainment offering coming to New Orleans Square. – https://www.laughingplace.com/w/news/2023/07/18/queenie-and-jambalaya-jazz-on-the-rivers-of-america/ Disneyland turned 68 on Monday July 17th! To celebrate the resort had a fun birthday calvalcade, a birthday donut for purchase at Jolly Holiday, cute photo op signs, a limited edition pin, and even an exclusive Walt Disney Club 33 tiki mug avaliable to Club 33 members! – New Limited Edition Disneyland Resort 68th Anniversary Pin Available – Disneyland News Today (dlnewstoday.com) PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disneyland Resort 68th Anniversary Cavalcade – Disneyland News Today (dlnewstoday.com) New Walt Disney Tiki Mug Available to Club 33 Members Today – Disneyland News Today (dlnewstoday.com) It was all tricks with little treats, the Oogie Boogie Bash tickets were back on sale July 11th and were sold out by the next day! Fans were waiting in the virtual queue for hours hoping at a chance to purchase tickets for the popular night time event. (Teresa- shout out to Marie and Bethany from ConciEARs) – NEWS: Tickets SOLD OUT FAST for Disney's Oogie Boogie Bash | the disney food blog The Haunted Mansion movie premiered at Disneyland this past week. The red carpet was rolled out in front of the Mansion for foolish mortals to attend. Playful spooks and even some Disney villains were in attendance! The event started in New Orleans Square, at the Haunted Mansion and then continued over in DCA at the Hyperion Theater. HM Premier- CM – Disney Parks Cast Members Materialize at the ‘Haunted Mansion' World Premiere | Disney Parks Blog (go.com) New foods inspired by the Haunted Mansion have materalized around the resort. There is a pre-fixe menu at Cafe Orleans featuring a seafood boil and a spooky vanilla mousse. Harbour Galley has the Constance Concoction which is a potato leek soup served in a bread bowl, and the Pickwick Ghost Punch. For dessert stop by the Candy Palace or Candy Kitchen to grab a Crystal Ball Cereal Treat or check out the New Orleans Square Churro Cart for the April-December churro. – Haunted Mansion Themed Eats & Treats Materialize at Disneyland! (micechat.com) A new Pepita character puppet/float appeared in the Magic Happens parade this past week. The puppet now has a platform float with a driver. Previously the cast members would walk underneath the body of Pepita to control her leg and head movements, as well as walk her down the parade route.  – PHOTOS, VIDEO: New ‘Coco' Pepita Puppet on Float Platform in Magic Happens Parade at Disneyland – Disneyland News Today (dlnewstoday.com) https://www.laughingplace.com/w/news/2023/07/18/queenie-and-jambalaya-jazz-on-the-rivers-of-america/ Micechat was invited to a sneak peek of some of the fun coming to San Fransoyko Square. Fans of Baymax and his friends will be excited for the merch offerings coming to the Makers Market including shirts, hats, magnets, d-tech phone cases, apple watch bands, ear bud cases, and more. They also got to sample some of the new food and drink items coming! San Fransokyo Square is scheduled to officially open August 31st. – DISNEYLAND GUIDE: San Fransokyo Square in Disney California Adventure! (micechat.com) Discussion Topic: Tage and James' trip to Disneyland Paris

This week, new food items coming to DCA, Halloween merch starts to creep in, ducks take over its a small word, we chat with Don about the Disneyland Hotel , 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 foodie guide has been released for San Fransokyo Square! The Lucky Fortune Cookery's new menu will be avaliable July 19th, with Cocina Cucamonga and Rita's Turbine Blenders starting on the 26th. (talk about new menu items) – Disney Eats: Foodie Guide to San Fransokyo Square | Disney Parks Blog (go.com) Attention foolish mortals, the Haunted Mansion will be closing on August 14th for its transformation into the Haunted Mansion Holiday. We can't wait to see what Jack and his friends have planned! – DATE ANNOUNCED: Haunted Mansion Will Temporarily CLOSE in Disneyland | the disney food blog Halloween merch has started to materalize around the resort! New Haunted Mansion merch is now avaliable on ShopDisney and around the resort. In addition, The Nightmare Before Christmas is celebrating its 30 year anniversary and new merch celebrating our favorite residents of Halloweentown is also avaliable. – Disneyland News: Halloween 2023 Merchandise Creeps Into The Parks! (micechat.com) MiceChat shared some rumors of some new character meet and greets that might come to the parks for Halloweentime. To celebrate the release of the new Haunted Mansion movie, Rosario Dawson's character Gabby and the Hatbox Ghost are rumored to be coming to the parks. Also there are whispers of more Nightmare Before Christmas characters, like the Mayor and Lock Shock and Barrel, stopping by the parks as well – Disneyland Update: Summer Crowd Collapse, Haunted Happenings & Another Year Older! (micechat.com) A Skrull was spotted at the Hyperion Theater this past week! This was a fun cross promotion for the new Marvel series, Secret Invasion. – Disneyland Update: Summer Crowd Collapse, Haunted Happenings & Another Year Older! (micechat.com) During the month of July, Magic Key holders can receive a special commerative button. The button is an extra gift to keyholder that book and participate in the Walt's Main Street Story guided tour. Check out the Magic Key portal in the Disneyland app for more details. – Disneyland Update: Summer Crowd Collapse, Haunted Happenings & Another Year Older! (micechat.com) https://www.ocregister.com/2023/07/07/disneyland-duck-races-turn-its-a-small-world-into-the-worlds-biggest-bathtub-see-photos/ A small but super exciting detail has been added to the Disneyland park maps. Tianna's Bayou Adventure is now officially on the map! Disney had updated the map on the app right after Splash Mountian's last day, but now the printed park maps match. Tianna's Bayou Adventure is schedule to open sometime in 2024 – A NEW Disney Park Map Has Arrived with One BIG Change | the disney food blog The annual cast member duck race took place in Disneyland this past week. Hundreds of decorated rubber ducks raced around the small world attraction! The event took place at 6am before the parks opened to guests for the day. Discussion: Author and Disney historian Don Ballard theoldmillpress.com magicalhotel.com

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This week, Halloween Time is just around the corner, California residents get a deal on multi-day tickets, new Disney100 eats, one mountain closes, while another reopens, we continue our chat with Illustrator Rick Law, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. If you want some DLWeekly Swag, you can pick some up at https://www.dlweekly.net/store/. Book your travel through ConciEARS at no extra cost to you! Be sure to mention that you heard about ConciEARS from DLWeekly at booking! DISCOUNTS! We have partnered with the Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground to get great deals for our listeners! Book your stay at the Howard Johnson Anaheim and get 15% off your stay (code 1000022077)! Magic Key Holders get 20% off their stay (code 1000025935) as well! Book now! Need the perfect bag for your days in the parks? Look no further than Designer Park Co.! Purchase the Rope Drop Bag as featured on Episode 222 and get 10% off your purchase! Use coupon code DLWEEKLY to get the discount. If you want some awesome headwear or one of a kind items, be sure to visit our friends over at All Enchanting Ears! You can use the promo code DLWEEKLY10 to get 10% off your order! News It seems impossible, but Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort is just around the corner! This year, the Oogie Boogie Bash will take place on 25 select nights from September 5th through October 31st. The Plaza de la Familia and Tributes to Dia de los Muertos are also back from September 1st through November 2nd. Of course the Haunted Mansion Holiday, Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark, Mater's Graveyard JamBOOree, and Luigi's Honkin' Haul-o-ween are all back, along with the Halloween Screams fireworks at Disneyland. – Disneyland Announces 2023 Oogie Boogie Bash Dates, Return of Halloween Time, Plaza de la Familia on Sept. 1 | Disney Parks Blog (go.com) California residents have a new ticket deal for this summer. The deal allows guests to visit the parks for three days for as little as $83 a day. There is a slight catch; the tickets are not valid on Fridays through Sundays at that price. To upgrade to a ticker with no limitations, the price goes to $100 a day. These are one park per day tickets, with no park hopping. The tickets are good from June 12th through September 28th. – New California Resident 3-Day Disneyland Ticket with Admission as Low as $83 Per Day – Disneyland News Today (dlnewstoday.com) New California Resident 3-Day Disneyland Ticket with Admission as Low as $83 Per Day – Disneyland News Today (dlnewstoday.com) Guests watching World of Color – ONE have an added bonus for a limited time. Elemental Connection, a new pre-show showcasing the story of the upcoming movie Elemental, plays just before the main World of Color show. No end date has been announced, but with the movie premiering on June 16th, it may not be there for long. – PHOTOS, VIDEO: New ‘Elemental Connection' Pre-Show Debuts at ‘World of Color – ONE' at Disney California Adventure – Disneyland News Today (dlnewstoday.com) We are a few months into the Disney100, and more things keep coming! Some new items have been added to the Foodie Guide for the celebration. The Disney100 Chocolate Tart is now available at the Blue Bayou, and a Spiced Ham & Eggs with Biscuit and Gravy is at Carnation Cafe. Over at Gibson Girl Ice Cream, the Berry Violet Sundae is also new. At the Tropical Hideaway, the popular Jungle Cruise dessert bowl has had a Disney100 makeover. – Disney Eats: Foodie Guide to Disney 100 Celebration at Disneyland Resort, June 2023 Update | Disney Parks Blog (go.com) June 6th was national churro day! Nine new churros are available now until August 31st, along with two others that are available later this summer. Some of the options are the Fruity cereal churro, a chai-spiced churro, a pineapple churro, and so many more! There are also an array of new churro dipping sauces. {talk about the specifics} – Disney Eats: Foodie Guide to Celebrate National Churro Day 2023 | Disney Parks Blog (go.com) Out in Downtown Disney, Beigets Expressed has opened at Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill and Patio. Guests can watch beignets being made through a window, much like candy on Main Street! The inside of the location is pretty open and spacious. Guests can also purchase beignet mix to try making them at home. There is also some merch available with the Beignets Expressed logo on them. – Brand-New Beignets Are Now in Downtown Disney!

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This week, Easter is this weekend and there are a lot of things happening at the resort, a new DVC lounge is coming to Tomorrowland, something is growing in the Grand Californian, a new droid is available in Droid Depot, we continue our talk about Teresa and Vern's cruise 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 Disney100 Celebration continues to roll along with new things appearing around the parks. A new Disney100 Purple Mickey Mouse balloon bucket has arrived. This is a new color of the same popcorn bucket that we saw previously in silver. This bucket is available in both parks at participating popcorn carts. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/03/28/a-new-popcorn-bucket-is-coming-for-disneys-100th-anniversary/ Star Wars fans who have played Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order can now pick up the BD unit droid from that game and the upcoming sequel. A BD unit droid is for sale in the Droid Depot for $109.99. The droid is black and yellow and comes with a remote control, just like the other droids available at the location. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/bd-remote-control-droid-from-star-wars-jedi-fallen-order-arrives-at-disneyland-resort/ Disney Vacation Club members will have a new place to hangout in Disneyland coming later this month. The Disney Vacation Club Star View Station - a Member Lounge is scheduled to open on April 19th in Tomorrowland on the second floor of the Star Wars Launch Bay. The theming in this location is really good and will be a great place for DVC members to relax and recharge. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/03/breaking-disney-vacation-club-member-lounge-at-disneyland-park-to-open-in-april/ - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/03/30/opening-date-announced-for-the-newest-disney-vacation-club-lounge/ The single rider entrance of Space Mountain has changed once again. After the single rider line returned earlier this year going through the Lightning Lane entrance, it has now been relocated to the exit of the attraction. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/04/space-mountain-single-rider-line-re-routed-through-exit-at-disneyland/ A post online from a former Imagineer gives us a better idea of a creature that guests would have been able to ride in Star Wars Galaxys Edge before it was deemed over budget. Frank Mezzatesta confirmed this on Twitter, along with some concept art of the experience. Elee, the name of the creature that guests would have taken a ride on, would have carried 6 passengers around a small area of the land. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/04/former-imagineer-confirms-elee-a-large-creature-that-could-carry-guests-around-star-wars-galaxys-edge-was-scrapped-due-to-budget/ Weeklyteers who wanted to have a "key to it all" are now out of luck. Bob Iger confirmed that the Premier Annual Pass, which offered holders the ability to visit both Disneyland and Walt Disney World would not be returning. The pass was available for just over $2,000 a year before it was discontinued due to the pandemic. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/04/breaking-bob-iger-says-disneyland-walt-disney-world-combination-premier-annual-pass-will-not-return/ Magic Band collectors be on the lookout for new Magic Band designs at Disneyland. The new designs feature Yoda, Mickey Mouse, Marvel Comics, and more. The new designs are all $44.99 each, and available around the resort. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/04/new-yoda-marvel-comics-mickey-mouse-and-more-magicband-designs-debut-at-disneyland-resort/ Fans of the Disney Channel Original Movie "Prom Pact" were enjoying Disney California Adventure last week. The cast had breakfast at Napa Rose, then spent the day enjoying the attractions around DCA. - https://www.micechat.com/352070-disneyland-update-rolling-heads-strollers-easter-eggs/ Easter is this Sunday, and there are a few things that guests can do around the resort. For Easter dining, Goofy's Kitchen and Storyteller's Cafe are offering brunch and dinner. The Grand Californian Holiday cart is also offering some sweet treats. As we have reported previously, there is a ton of Easter treats at the candy shops around the resort as well. Finally, the eggstravaganza is still going strong with three different hunts between Disneyland, DCA, and Downtown Disney. - https://www.micechat.com/352070-disneyland-update-rolling-heads-strollers-easter-eggs/ Something new has "grown" into the lobby of the Grand Californian. A large, live tree has appeared in the middle of the lobby with no explanation. MiceChat thinks that the tree is to celebrate Earth Month. - https://www.micechat.com/352070-disneyland-update-rolling-heads-strollers-easter-eggs/ Once again Minnie Mouse has vacated the lawn in front of Main Street Station and Mickey has moved back in. It seems that each year for Women's History Month Minnie may be making an appearance going forward. - https://www.micechat.com/352070-disneyland-update-rolling-heads-strollers-easter-eggs/ Discussion Topic Vern and Teresa talk in-depth of their recent trip on a Disney cruise.

This week, is Pandora coming to California? Plus more details from the quarterly earning call, a delay to opening ToonTown, an update to World of Color, a lack of spell check in the resort, we keep looking for the Unseen with author Russ 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 The unexpected weather that Southern California has been having recently has delayed a major opening. Mickey's Toontown has been pushed back from March 8th to March 19th due to weather delaying the work. - https://www.micechat.com/307775-disneylands-toontown-closing-in-2022-for-enhancements/ Last week, Disney held their quarterly earnings call where Bob Iger commented about adding more capacity to the theme parks. He mentioned that with the success of Avatar at the box office and at Disney's Animal Kingdom in Florida, that an Avatar Experience would be coming to Disneyland in the future. What was left question was in what form this would take place! - https://www.micechat.com/347545-disneyland-update-big-profits-bigger-cuts-blue-people/ Also on the earnings call, Iger addressed the higher pricing and capacity mix. He stated that they are listening to guests who feel that they are being priced out of the parks by lowering prices on some of the experiences. He also mentioned that he didn't feel that the annual increase in ticket pricing was too much above the rate of inflation at Disneyland. In regards to the capacity mix, they have been aiming for more of the mix to be once in a lifetime guests who spend more in a single visit that passholders. - https://www.micechat.com/347545-disneyland-update-big-profits-bigger-cuts-blue-people/ - https://www.ocregister.com/2023/02/09/disneyland-ticket-prices-have-not-really-increased-that-much-in-recent-years-disney-ceo-says/ There has been a rash of mis-spellings of signs and statues all over the resort since the Disney100 started to roll in. Incorrect years on attractions and movie premiere dates, coming soon signage on Indy, and the Mickey statue in town square with "It all started with a mouse" instead of "It was all started by a mouse." Disney has been quick to fix these snafus around the parks. There was a new one for the Super Bowl cavalcade that came and went without a fix, mentioning "Main Stret" instead of "Main Street." - https://www.micechat.com/347545-disneyland-update-big-profits-bigger-cuts-blue-people/ Even more things are coming to the resort for Celebrate Soulfully at Disney California Adventure. Moon Girl from the new Moon Girl & Devil Dinosaur on Disney+ will be coming for some meet and greets. Guests who are there when she premieres will get to see a cavalcade and stage show for that day only. - https://twitter.com/Disneyland/status/1623734510465478664 - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/02/moon-girl-magic-comes-to-disney-california-adventure-park/ Fans of Catal and Uva bar should get their last visits in soon! The location will be closing mid-April to transform into Centrico and Paseo, a new up-scale Mexican restaurant. - https://www.micechat.com/347545-disneyland-update-big-profits-bigger-cuts-blue-people/ Can you believe that Disney California Adventure turned 22 this past week? To celebrate, the Disneyland App has a limited-time PhotoPass+ lens through February 21. The lens transforms guests into a Newsboy from the show that has still has yet to return to the park. - https://www.micechat.com/347545-disneyland-update-big-profits-bigger-cuts-blue-people/ Part of Steakhouse 55 could be reopening soon! The curtains that we reported on being in place a couple of weeks ago have come down and the lounge part looks ready to welcome guests. MiceChat reports that staff is already training for the location. No word on a reopening date. The restaurant section of Steakhouse 55 has seen no updates. - https://www.micechat.com/347545-disneyland-update-big-profits-bigger-cuts-blue-people/ Finally on the call, Bob Iger noted that of the 7,000 job cuts that are taking place around the company, none of them are expected to impact park operations. This is good news since the parks are already not back to fully staffed since reopening after the COVID closure. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/disneys-workforce-cuts-to-impact-all-sections-of-company-will-not-impact-hourly-park-operations-cast/ There had been some confusion with the ending to World of Color - ONE. Guests were unsure when the ending of the show was and would start to leave at the long pause just before the main finale. It appears that Disney has updated the show to tighten up the ending, making it more clear when the show was actually over. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/video-world-of-color-one-finale-changed-due-to-guest-confusion-at-disney-california-adventure/ Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway has been a great addition to Disneyland and with it came some new looks for Cast Members. Now, the rest of Toontown has some colorful costumes to match! Taking a cue from Star Wars Galaxy's Edge, the costumes are mix and match for the cast members to pick an outfit that they like and can personalize. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/02/first-look-new-mickeys-toontown-cast-member-mix-and-match-costumes/ Discussion Topic Russell Flores, Author of Seen, Un-Seen Disneyland https://www.facebook.com/seenunseendisneyland/ https://www.instagram.com/seenunseendisneyland/ https://sudbooks.company.site/

In this episode, I'm joined by my husband, Mace! We're sharing our experience with the MiceChat Gumball Rally! The Gumball Rally is an epic race around Disneyland to see who can ride the most attractions. It was such a fun day and we can't wait to do it again! Did we win? You'll have to listen to find out! Thanks to MiceChat and Get Away Today for such an awesome day at Disneyland! Join here: https://www.instagram.com/mixinsomemagic Disneyland Touring Plans: https://mixinsomemagic.com/downloadable-touring-plans/ Discount Disney Tickets and Hotels: Discount Park Tickets and Hotels: https://www.getawaytoday.com/tickets/disneyland-resort/?referrerid=7842 1-855-GET-AWAY *Use code MSM10 to save an additional $10 on packages! Join My Newsletter!: https://mailchi.mp/67d703f82868/mix-in-some-magic Mix In Some Magic Website: https://mixinsomemagic.com/ Check out my social media for Disney tips and fun! https://www.instagram.com/mixinsomemagic https://www.pinterest.com/mixinsomemagic https://www.facebook.com/mixinsomemagic --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mixinsomemagic/message

Welcome to Episode 111 of the Talking Disney Podcast. On this episode we talk about Cody's latest cruise, James shares The EnginEARS adventures at the 2023 MiceChat Gumball Rally, Disney earnings call, Disney makes some mistakes with statues and signs.  Happy Birthday Brooke! Thanks for listening! Like us on Facebook: @TalkingDisneyPodcast Follow us on Twitter: @TalkingDisney Follow us on Instagram: @talkingdisneypodcast Follow us on TikTok: @talkingdisneypodcast Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@TalkingDisneyPodcast Email us: talkingdisneypodcast@gmail.com Website: www.talkingdisneypodcast.com Check out The Disney Podcast Group on Facebook - www.facebook.com/groups/TheDisneyPodcastGroup 

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This week, Bob is replacing Bob, Toon Town has an opening date, Mickey and Minnie turn 94 with celebrations at Disneyland, Indy returns from a 3 day refurb, 2023 celebrations, we finish out talk about our trip to Marceline, 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: The big news heard around the Disneyverse this week is the return of Bob Iger as the CEO of the Walt Disney Company, replacing Bob Chapek. The news happened Sunday evening, while the stock market was closed. Bob Iger sent an email out to all the employees of the company with more information to come. Once the market opened on Monday, the stock has risen 9%. Bob Chapek has left the company and Bob Iger is expected to stay for just 2 years while he works to set someone else up to take over the company. – https://thewaltdisneycompany.com/the-walt-disney-company-board-of-directors-appoints-robert-a-iger-as-chief-executive-officer/ and https://variety.com/2022/biz/news/bob-iger-restructuring-disney-kareem-daniel-exit-1235439263/ We have a date for the opening of Mickey's ToonTown! The full land will open on March 8th — a little over a month after Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway is scheduled to open on January 27th. As a recap, we can expect to see an update to Goofy's House with an interactive playground for kids; a new spot for Donald's Boat playground equipment and video portholes; A re-themed Gadget's Go-Coaster focusing on Chip and Dale; And the return of Mickey and Minne's Houses, Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin in addition to dining options at Café Daisy and Good Boy! Grocers. – https://twitter.com/DisneyParks/status/1593620677612998656 We heard this announcement this past Friday, as the park celebrated Mickey & Minnie's 94th Birthday with special buttons handed out at the main entrances and a birthday cavalcade downtown Main Street. The parade featured the Dapper Dans led sing alongs from the Omnibus, the Disneyland Band playing “Happy Birthday” with a bunch of characters, the Mickey and Minnie as the guests of honor before the cavalcade ends with a giant birthday cake for the pair. – https://www.micechat.com/340104-disneyland-news-return-of-the-king-cursed-keys/ Indy is back open after its 3-day refurb, but it's not what we were hoping. MiceChat says many of its major effects are still not working and is in desperate need of a rumored major overhaul. Meanwhile, in DCA Monsters Inc.: Mike and Sulley to the Rescue! opened up over the weekend with updated black light effects, fixed projection effects and some new safety features. The outside also got a fresh coat of paint. – https://www.micechat.com/340104-disneyland-news-return-of-the-king-cursed-keys/ Magic Keys were back on sale at Disneyland for a brief time this week. All keys except the Enchant level were open for new sales. Not long after, the Believe key was sold out and the others followed later. Magic Key sales are closed for now. Disney utilized the online queue for new sales like they have done in the past. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/11/17/disney-has-paused-select-magic-key-pass-sales/ Disneyland is adapting Disney World's latest cancelation policy for dining reservations. That means reservations must be canceled at least 2 hours prior to avoid a $10 per person cancelation fee. DisneyFoodBlog reports Disney saying this does not apply to Downtown Disney District restaurants, the World of Color Dessert Party, the Princess Breakfast Adventure at Napa Rose, and Tomorrowland Skyline Terrace. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/11/17/update-made-to-dining-reservation-cancelation-policy-for-disneyland/ We are not even past Thanksgiving in the United States, but Disney is already thinking of the Lunar New Year and the California Food and Wine Festival. In 2023, Lunar New Year is starting on January 20th and running through February 15th. For 2023, it is the Year of the Rabit for the Chinese New Year, which symbolizes luck, but the Vietnamese New Year is the Year of the Cat. Two new Lunar New Year marketplaces arrive this year; Bamboo Blessings and Wrapped with Love. The Food and Wine Festival will run from March 3rd through April 25th. With the Food and Wine festival, Soarin' Over California will return once again. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/11/lunar-new-year-celebration-and-disney-california-adventure-food-&-wine-festival-return-in-2023-to-disney-california-adventure-park/ A week after the rest of the resort, the holidays arrived at Downtown Disney and the resort hotels. Trees, nutcrackers, snowmen and more line the streets of the shopping district. Inside the hotels you'll find the annual staples — the Gingerbread house and giant tree in the Grand Californian Lobby, Mid-Century Modern decor adorns the Disneyland Hotel. Though MiceChat is reporting a rumor that this style of holiday decorations will go away next year. – https://www.micechat.com/340104-disneyland-news-return-of-the-king-cursed-keys/ On November 18th, the Mandalorian and Grogu landed in Star Wars Galaxy's Edge in Disneyland. The duo greeted guests and even interacted with Boba Fett in the land. They should be out and greeting guests every 30 minutes. No news on how long they will be visiting Batuu, so if you are interested in meeting them, get to the parks soon. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/11/18/photos-and-video-we-met-baby-yoda-in-disneyland/ This past week featured Life Day — the holiday celebration in the Star Wars Universe. You can get a taste of holiday-inspired dishes back in Galaxy's Edge. At Docking Bay 7, you can find Trandoshan-style Past with Braised Bantha — which is a braid beef over Cavatelli pasta with veggies, a zesty avocado sauce, and balsamic glaze. We've heard it's a bit spicy. Or there is a Yobshrmip Mix stew with Swamp Grains — another spicy dish featuring shrimp, sausage, veggies, and rice with a tomato curry sauce. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/11/20/we-have-one-word-to-describe-these-2-new-disney-snacks-spicy/ Guests who shop early and want to grab their merch on the way out of the park instead of carrying it will now find it at the Disneyland Merchant's Guild, located in the former Guided Tour building next to Disneyland's City Hall. – https://www.micechat.com/340104-disneyland-news-return-of-the-king-cursed-keys/ Discussion: Marceline, MO – https://www.downtownmarceline.org/tour/

This week, Halloween is over, so the Holidays are moving in, we have all the details, a new music box that is also a popcorn bucket?!?, PhotoPass Magic Shots get an extension, a new shopping feature, we talk about the Holiday Foodie Guide, 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: Halloween ended a little over a week ago, and the resort is in full swing to get ready for the holiday season starting at the end of the week. Little is left of Halloween anywhere, but if you look hard enough, there are still some spooky spots left. Otherwise, the holidays have moved in hard and fast! Garland is abound at Disneyland and California Adventure, the tree on Main Street has been installed, Sleeping Beauty Castle is a snow-capped sight to behold, and so much more! – https://www.micechat.com/338333-disneyland-news-a-storm-is-brewing/ The Festival of the Holidays is coming soon, which is why the booths have been moved out into Disney California Adventure. Spotted so far have been “Winter Sliderland,” “Visions of Sugarplums,” “Making Spirits Bright,” “Holiday Duets,” “Grandma's Recipes,” “Favorite Things,” “Brews and Bites,” and “A Twist on Tradition.” – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/11/05/photos-food-booths-are-up-for-festival-of-holidays-at-disneyland/ The holidays don't officially start at Disneyland until November 11th, but there is a ton of new merchandise that is on sale all over the resort. From Loungefly backpacks, to Minnie Ears, to Spirit Jerseys, and so much more, there is something for everyone! {talk about the options} Check out the links in our show notes for all the details and for LOTS of pictures. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/11/06/whats-new-at-disneyland-resort-over-250-pieces-of-merchandise/ and https://www.micechat.com/336345-holiday-merchandise-2022-arrives-at-disneyland/ and https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/11/new-hanukkah-merchandise-arrives-at-disneyland-resort/ What would the holiday season at Disneyland be without a cool popcorn bucket! This year, the seasonal bucket comes with a special feature: it plays music! Starting November 11th, guests can pick one of these delightful buckets up at the resort. The bucket can be wound up on the bottom like a music box, and will play music while holiday scenes rotate around the bucket, AND there is still room inside for a good amount of popcorn! – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/11/05/alert-a-musical-holiday-popcorn-bucket-is-coming-soon-to-disney-world-and-disneyland/ A new seasonal treat is coming to Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen Express in Downtown Disney. This time, the beignet flavor of choice is the Maple Pecan Pie Glazed beignets. The beignets are glazed and covered in a candy pecan and graham cracker crust, and come with a side of autumn spiced creme anglaise dipping sauce. These are available now. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/11/02/maple-pecan-pie-beignets-are-now-available-in-disneyland/ Starting a little later than the kickoff to the holidays at the resort, the Grand Californian Hotel & Spa will have the “Grand” Gingerbread House. The house is a replica of the hotel, standing 7 feet tall and 12 feet wide. It is made out of 600 pounds of powdered sugar, 250 pounds of fondant, and 600 pounds of gingerbread. The gingerbread house will also feature 25 hidden Mickeys adorned around the sweet model. The GCH Holiday Cart will also feature some gingerbread goodies. {check out the entire list} Inside the parks a gingerbread Mickey Ear Hat Bowl and a gingerbread Bottle Topper will be on sale.  – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/11/disney-eats-unveils-new-foodie-guide-to-cant-miss-gingerbread-displays-2022/ Festival of the Holidays hasn't started yet, but like most things for the holidays, some of the merchandise has already arrived at the resort. Festival of the Holidays 2022 pins are available in a number of different designs and are limited edition. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/11/festival-of-holidays-2022-pins-arrive-at-disney-california-adventure/ Magic Shots are here for the holidays from your friendly neighborhood PhotoPass photographer! There are some options in front of the Christmas tree on Buena Vista Street, and a Magic Key specific shot by Silly Symphony Swings. Guests typically have 45 days to download their Magic Shot photos through their Disneyland account before they disappeared, but that has been extended to a full calendar year! – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/11/holiday-magic-shots-now-available-at-disney-california-adventure-photo-expiration-date-extended/ Guests who have been heading to the resort from the Harbor Boulevard side may have noticed that for a while now, the sign for the resort has been looking less than stellar. Fear not! The crews are already at work on repainting the sign and getting it back in pristine order for guests to be welcomed to Disneyland, as well as thanking guests for visiting. MiceChat thinks that it might be getting a facelift to promote Disney100, which will be centered in Disneyland. – https://www.micechat.com/338333-disneyland-news-a-storm-is-brewing/ Weeklyteers who love to shop, this next story is for you! At select locations, there is now the option to order items through mobile checkout and then come and pick it up later in the day. The store will hold the item, which could be amazing for some of the hard to get or larger items for sale in the parks. To be clear, a guest needs to go into the store and purchase the item through mobile checkout like before, but now there is an option to have them hold it for you. – https://www.micechat.com/338333-disneyland-news-a-storm-is-brewing/ Over at the Animation Building in Disney California Adventure, two sisters are back for their meet and greet! Anna and Elsa are finally back meeting with their subjects. They are really popular, so be ready to wait for a bit in line to see them. – https://www.micechat.com/338333-disneyland-news-a-storm-is-brewing/ Discussion Topic: Holiday Foodie Guide! – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/11/disney-eats-delivers-the-foodie-guide-to-holiday-treats-at-disneyland-resort-2022/

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This week, MagicBand+ has come to Disneyland, the holidays are moving in on Halloween, candy cane dates have been posted, Genie+ goes sky high, along with more price increases, we continue our talk with Imagineer Mel McGowan, 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: This week, MagicBand+ soft-launched to Magic Key holders, Disney Vacation Club members, and cast members. MiceChat has a great guide to everything MagicBand+. Guests can pre-purchase some bands on shopDisney before their trips, but some of the designs are only available in park. The bands start at $34.99. There are 5 exclusive designs at Disneyland. – https://www.micechat.com/334202-new-disneyland-magicband-set-to-transform-theme-park-experience-this-fall/ The end of October is still about a week away, but the holidays are already moving in around the resort. The most noticable change is the snow covering the roof of Sleeping Beauty Castle. Christmas light installation has begun on Main Street for the trees, New Orleans Square has also started decorations for the holidays. – https://www.micechat.com/337251-disneyland-update-crowd-flux-holidays-collide-blues-too/ As the Halloween season nears an end, we start to look forward to the holiday season at Disneyland. The Candy Cane dates have been announced for this year. Guests can pick up a candy cane at the Candy Palace on Main Street, inside Disneyland on December 4th, 6th, 11th, 13th, 18th, 20th, and 24th. Trolley Treats in Disney California Adventure will have them on December 5th, 7th, 12th, 14th, 19th, 21st, and 25th. There will be a mobile waitlist like last year. Last year, the candy canes were $19.99 each, but Disney has not announced the pricing for this year. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/10/21/disneylands-famous-candy-canes-are-coming-back-soon/ and https://www.micechat.com/244458-the-essential-disneyland-candy-cane-guide/ With Genie+ moving to new, on-demand pricing recently, people have wondered how high could it go? This past weekend, it reached $30 per guest. This would add $120 per day for a family of 4. Individual Lightning Lane passes also saw the highest prices yet with Rise of the Resistance going for $25 per guest, and Radiator Springs Racers going for $20 per guest. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/10/22/genie-reaches-highest-price-yet-in-disneyland/ Last week, we talked about a lot of the price increases around the resort on a number of things. Even more increases have come to the resort in a lot of categories. Adult Spirit Jersey's have gone up to $79.99, up from $69.99, kid Spirit Jerseys have gone up from $49.99 to $54.99. Loungefly backpacks have gone up to $85, up from $75. – https://www.micechat.com/336724-merchandise-price-increases-at-the-disneyland-resort/ The new Black Panther movie “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” will be debuting on November 11th, and the Disneyland Resort is celebrating! From November 11th through January 8th, the new warrior taking on the mantle of Black Panther will be greeting guests in Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure. M'Baky will also be greeting guests, but will also be recruiting for a new experience called The Way of the Jabari. The Black Panther Celebration Garden will be next to Avengers Campus and will be a place that guests can relax and honor the legacy of Black Panther. In the Hollywood Backlot, the Flavors of Wakanda marketplace will have flavorful, spiced traditional African dishes. Props, collectibles, and more will also be available during the celebration. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/10/20/new-black-panther-wakanda-forever-experiences-revealed-for-disneyland-resort/ and https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/10/20/new-black-panther-wakanda-forever-food-drinks-announced-for-disneyland-resort/ and https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/10/black-panther-wakanda-forever-to-be-celebrated-at-avengers-campus-at-disneyland-resort/ Ahsoka Tano herself, Ashley Eckstein, will be at Disneyland on November 5th to celebrate her new book, Star Wars Everyday! The book has recipes, activities, and crafts from Star Wars. Guests who purchase a copy of the book may have the chance to meet Ashley at the Disneyana shop in Disneyland from 10am to noon, and at Star Wars Trading Post in Downtown Disney from 1pm to 3pm. Her book was released on October 25th and is available for $35.49 on Amazon in hardcover, or $13.99 for the e-book version. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/10/20/how-you-could-meet-a-star-wars-celebrity-in-disneyland/ Who knew the voice of Mickey Mouse could create some amazing artwork? Bret Iwan created artwork that will be gifted to guests staying at the Grand Californian Hotel and Spa. The artwork features Mickey sitting in a wooden chair, enjoying the hearth at the Grand Californian. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/10/bret-iwan-creates-artwork-to-be-gifted-to-guests-staying-at-disneys-grand-californian-hotel-spa/ A long-time Imagineer is retiring after 42 years. Bob Weis, who served most recently as Global Imagineering Ambassador after being the president of Imagineering. Bob said, “I am proud to have been an Imagineer, a collaborator, and someone who loves to do impossible things with impossibly talented people.” – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/10/imagineer-bob-weis-retiring-from-disney-after-42-years/ The Disneyland Resort has begun a new initiative to help the surrounding community. The Disney Community Workforce Development Initiative will support 19 nonprofits, with 300 VoluntEARS contributing 2,200 hours, 67 Disney mentors, and more. Disney will give 1.5 million in grants to the program this year. – https://www.micechat.com/337251-disneyland-update-crowd-flux-holidays-collide-blues-too/ Discussion Topic: Imagineer Mel McGowan – https://www.storylandstudios.com/slsteam/mel-mcgowan/

This week, MagicBand+ is soft-launching this week, paper tickets may be going away, the Matterhorn returns with some updates, Indy isn't get the refurb we hoped for, a lot of price increases across the board, we talk to former Imagineer Mel McGowan, 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: Starting the day this podcast goes live, MagicBand+ will start rolling out with a soft-opening for Magic Key Holders, DVC Members, and some cast members. Other guests will be able to purchase and use the service on October 26th. MagicBand+ will add “Glow with the Show” elements during nighttime spectaculars, fireworks, and more. Admission to the parks will also work, as well as Genie+ reservation redemtion at the attractions. The best news is that the MagicBand+ bands can be used at Disneyland and Walt Disney World, with no need to buy separate ones for each coast. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/10/magicbandplus-debuts-at-disneyland-resort-on-oct-26-2022/ With MagicBand+ soft-launching this week, more and more guests are using their phones or MagicBands to enter the parks. Cast Members at Disneyland have reported that the physical paper tickets will be phased out for most guests. For guests that want a paper ticket, one can be provided for an additional fee. – https://wdwnt.com/2022/10/rumor-disneyland-resort-to-retire-free-paper-theme-park-tickets-this-week/ This past Friday, the icy peaks of the Matterhorn were once again alive with the screams of guests enjoying the bobsled run after its refurbishment. New seat cushions and refreshed effects are noticeable throughout. Harold, the abominable snowman was completely refurbished, and the projection effects were replaced. – https://www.micechat.com/336664-disneyland-update-theme-park-magic-comes-at-a-price/ We previously reported that the Indiana Jones Adventure was going down for refurbishment with hopes that it would be an extensive one. Alas, the refurbishment will be a short one of only two days. MiceChat reports that there are some fixes on the way, but the supply chain delays are what is holding up progress at this time. – https://www.micechat.com/336664-disneyland-update-theme-park-magic-comes-at-a-price/ The holiday season at Disneyland is quickly approaching from November 11th through January 8th. Disney Festival of Holidays is returning with Tina and The Sounds of Celebration! bringing powerhouse vocals and dynamic musicians to perform holiday tunes. Mariachi Divas, Mostly Kosher, Blue13 Dance Company, Phat Cat Swinger, and The Mistletoes are also returning. World of Color – Season of Light, A Christmas Fantasy Parade and Believe…In Holiday Magic are also back. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/10/more-merry-magic-coming-this-holiday-season-to-disneyland-resort/ More locations are returning to use with the busy holiday season approaching. The tiny shop “Embarcadero” reopened in the last week. The shop is home to popular apparel, ear headbands, and jewelry. The merchandise mix is mostly pricess-themed, and not limited to The Little Mermaid as it was in the past. – https://www.micechat.com/336664-disneyland-update-theme-park-magic-comes-at-a-price/ A recent feature in the Disneyland app has some new Haunted Mansion themes. Magic Key holders have exclusive access to these lenses, which are like filters in Snapchat. Guest use the Disneyland app and select the menu in the bottom right of the screen, then select “Disney PhotoPass Lenses.” This will show all the options. A Genie+ subscription is required to use the lenses. The three Haunted Mansion lenses are a screaming woman, a Medusa-looking creature, and Constance Hatchaway. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/10/17/how-to-access-disneylands-new-haunted-mansion-photopass-lenses/ A new attraction is joining The Haunted Mansion, Jungle Cruise, and others in the board game universe! Space Mountain is a new game from Ravensburger that is now available for purchase. The game includes pieces from all five Space Mountains around the world. Players will race to see who can complete their missions and visit all five Spaceports first, while avoiding cosmic events, and keeping an eye on their fuel levels. The game is made for 2-4 players, ages 8 and up, with game time between 20 and 40 minutes. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/10/new-space-mountain-board-game-from-ravensburger-now-available/ Some favorite souvenirs from around the parks are going up in price. For the first time since 2018, the prices have gone up for the open edition pins. Previously, the silver colored pins were $9.99, which has increased to $11.99, the yellow pins have increased to $14.99 from $12.00, and pink has remained at $14.99. The blue tier has been removed. Minnie ears have also gone up from the base price of $29.99 to $34.99. – https://disneypinsblog.com/open-edition-pin-prices-increase-at-disney-parks/ Disney's PhotoPass “Capture Your Moment” provate photo shoots have also increased in price. The 20 minute session with up to eight guests was priced at $79, and is now $99. As a reminder, photos are not included and must be purchased separately, or linked to a PhotoPass account. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/10/disney-photopass-capture-your-moment-private-photo-shoot-session-prices-increased/ Discussion Topic: Imagineer Mel McGowan – https://www.storylandstudios.com/slsteam/mel-mcgowan/

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Your MiceChat crew returns after a long pause to bring you the latest Disneyland and Disney Parks news. And this is a BIG one... new attractions on the way to Disneyland, Walt Disney World, Disney Parks International, and Disney Cruise Line... BUT... is it enough for these picky podcasters? Press play and join Dusty, Doug, and Chloe as they transport you to the Disney Parks . . . HOSTS:   Dusty Sage CEO of MiceChat.com Doug Barnes Owner of the SeasonPassPodcast Chloe Ferreria – MiceChat Columnist  OUR AMAZING SPONSOR: Today's show is brought to you by: GET AWAY TODAY – Support small business! Our partners at Get Away Today are still here to help you and your family plan future magic.  Give your family something to look forward to and lock in current low rates now. You can put a vacation on layaway for as little as $175 down. The fun starts HERE: Get Away Today  CONTACT US: Podcast@MiceChat.com Find all of the MicePod shows at: http://MicePod.com We're social, are you? Follow us and share with your friends and family. Facebook: http://facebook.com/MiceBook Twitter: http://twitter.com/MiceChat Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/micechat Instagram: http://instagram/MiceChat YouTube: http://youtube.com/MiceChat Amazing MiceChat theme song by Steve Williard and Andrew Taylor from Amplify This Music!!! For photos, video, and additional information about the Disney topics in this podcast, visit us online at MiceChat.com 

SPOILER WARNING - This is the full version of our conversation with Nick Tierce from Episode 17. We get into spoilers early and often. You have been warned!!! If you would like a non-spoiler version and haven't listened to Episode 17 - that's the episode for you, my friend.Our guest today is Nick Tierce, a narrative designer who has been playing in the world of immersive narrative for the past decade. His latest project is Hollow Medium, a podcast and multimedia project over at https://www.hollowmedium.com.Hollow MediumNick's article at Micechat.com from 2014 about Legends of FrontierlandNick's Twitter FeedHeroes of the Halcyon

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This week, Magic Key upgrade details announced, unfavorable attendance mix at Disneyland, progress toward a new experience in the parks, new ToonTown aerial photos, Halloween is moving in, we talk to Guest Relations Cast Member Philander, 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: We have been waiting all summer to hear about the renewal options for the Magic Key program and finally got it this week! Each level of Magic Key will see a price increase from as little as $50, to as much as $200 for the high end key. The Dream Key, which was the top end key when the program started and had no blockout dates has been retired and replaced with a Inspire key, priced at $1599. New perks added to the high level keys include parking discounts, free PhotoPass, and Genie+ discounts. – https://www.micechat.com/330375-disneyland-magic-keys-everything-you-need-to-know/ and https://disneyland.disney.go.com/passes/blockout-dates/ Last week, Disney had their quarterly earnings call and reported some great news for the theme park division. Disney Parks, Experiences and Products reported quarterly revenue of $7.4 billion, up from $4.3 billion a year earlier. Last year, Disney Cruise Line was still shut down and the parks were still recovering, but this is still great news. However, there was one comment that made Disneyland fans upset. They stated that Genie+ and Lightning Lane increased the per capita ticket revenue, “partially offset by an unfavorable attendance mix at Disneyland Resort.” This led to Magic Key holders getting upset online about being unfavorables. – https://www.micechat.com/329833-disneyland-update-the-unfavorables-halloween-screams-toontown-secrets/ MagicBand+ hasn't come to Disneyland just yet, but there is already a new interactive game under construction that uses the technology. Batuu Bounty Hunters has already launched in Walt Disney World's version of Batuu, and will launch at Disneyland when the MagicBand+ system launches by the end of the year. The game will require the Play Disney Parks app and a MagicBand+. The MagicBand+ will change colors depending on if you are heading in the right direction and change to purple when the bounty is found. WDWNewToday had a great writeup about the game, which we have linked in the show notes. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/08/star-wars-batuu-bounty-hunters-game-station-is-under-construction-in-disneyland/ and https://wdwnt.com/2022/07/batuu-bounty-hunters-galaxys-edge-magicband/ Weeklyteers who want to know what is going on with ToonTown, we have an update for you. MiceChat has posted some new aerial photos of the work going on back there. Goofy's house has been repainted, the area where the new CarTOONial park will be has been cleared, along with all of the paving in the land. Mickey and Minnie's houses are surrounded by scaffholding and are being repainted, as is the ToonTown mountainside above the neighborhood. – https://www.micechat.com/329376-disneyland-update-part-2-flying-high-over-toontown-construction-sweet-treats/ There was a traffic accident this past week, but it wasn't on any of the loal Anaheim roads, but on the Autopia! Images posted on Instagram show two Autopia vehicles had somehow been driven on top of one of the concrete barriers. This would have been extremely difficult to do by accident as the cars are limited to 5mph. The two vehicles appeared to have been pushed up onto the concrete by colliding into one another. Cast members were unsure how this happened when they came across the scene. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/08/autopia-accident-leaves-ride-vehicles-derailed-and-damaged-at-disneyland/ Some new menu items are coming to a popular eatery in Galaxy's Edge. Docking Bay 7 will have the new menu items starting the day this episode goes live. The items include a new Cold Brew with Taro Topper, which is a nitro cold brew topped with sweet Taro cream. The other item is the Gungan Broth Noodles, which has Roasted Pork, Angel Hair Pasta, Bok Choy, Mushrooms, Yuzu-Tomato Compote, and a Pesto-Tonkatsu Broth. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/08/15/new-menu-additions-coming-soon-to-docking-bay-7-in-disneyland/ We reported a couple weeks ago about a couple of new hand pies at the resort. Now, it seems that they are all over the place and with almost as many varieties as churros, if that is even possible! Guests can get a strawberry hand pie at Candy Palace, Lemon at the Honey Spot, Blueberry at Trolley Treats, Raspberry at Bing Bongs, and Guava at Marceline's in Downtown Disney. Reports online have been extremely favorable to the new line of treats, especially the pastry part. – https://www.micechat.com/329376-disneyland-update-part-2-flying-high-over-toontown-construction-sweet-treats/ Guests have been unhappy with the paper straws in the parks for some time now. Now, there is a new eco-friendly option availalbe at teh Candy Palace on Main Street. The new straw option is an edible straw which comes in three flavors; strawberry, lemon, and lime. Each straw costs $1, and the DIsney Food Blog reports that they don't get mushy like the paper straws. For Weeklyteers who would like to try these at home, Amazon.com also sells the same brand online. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/08/09/yes-we-paid-to-eat-our-straw-at-disneyland/ A shop in New Orleans Square is getting a new mix of products from a different vendor. Mlle. Antoinette's Parfumerie will soon start offering a large collection of the Guerlain fragrances and cosmetics. – https://www.micechat.com/328951-disneyland-update-magic-keys-please-early-morning-magic-halloween-begins/ There still may be a couple weeks of summer left, but Halloween is quickly starting to appear around the resort. The Plaza Point Holiday Shoppe already has Halloween themed items available. The Redwood Creek Challenge Trail is currently closed to guests as it transforms into Villains Grove for the Oogie Boogie Bash parties. Main Street and Buena Vista Street window displays are changing over as well.  – https://www.micechat.com/328951-disneyland-update-magic-keys-please-early-morning-magic-halloween-begins/ and https://www.micechat.com/329833-disneyland-update-the-unfavorables-halloween-screams-toontown-secrets/ Weeklyteers who like to participate in the scavenger hunts should get excited! Pluto's Pumpkin Persuit is coming back this year. Like in previous years, guests can purchase a game board to start hunting for the deorated pumpkins scattered around Downtown Disney. Once all the pupkins have been found, the completed game board can be turned in for a special surpise. Last year it was a choice of plastic sipper. – https://www.micechat.com/329833-disneyland-update-the-unfavorables-halloween-screams-toontown-secrets/ Detail oriented guests may have noticed some changes to some grass areas of Main Street recently. Some of the sections have been replaced by artificial terf. Based on the lack of rainfall in California, this might be a good replacement for the greenery. The new terf is almost indistinguishable from real grass and will require less upkeep. – https://www.micechat.com/329833-disneyland-update-the-unfavorables-halloween-screams-toontown-secrets/ Fans of the “I Am Groot” series on Disney+ can now get a new magic shot with their favorite baby Groot charater. Guests interested in this magic shot need to head into Avengers Campus and be siure to ask your PhotoPass photographer for this specific shot. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/08/10/disney-just-added-a-baby-groot-magic-shot-in-avengers-campus/ Discussion Topic: Philander – https://www.instagram.com/philanderc85/

This week, a classic attraction has reurfaced, more wait time options in Disney California Adventure, an Electrical Parade promo, get your day started with some Nightmare Before Christmas, we talk to legendary Disney Imagineer Terri Hardin, 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: An updated classic has returned this week to Tomorrowland. The Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage has set sail again, taking guests on the voyage under the seas to find Nemo. The attraction has been closed for over two and a half years – since before the COVID shutdown and was planned to come back in the winter of 2021, but was extended until this week. Other than the refreshed look and Hank on the surface, not much has been updated. – https://www.ocregister.com/2022/07/21/how-disneyland-refurbished-everything-on-finding-nemo-submarine-voyage/ Guests have two more spots in DCA to take a look at wait times — a definite win for people avoiding using the mobile app. The display screens near Spider-man and Radiator Springs Racers are new wait-time monitors for the park's busy attractions, just like the one by Carthay Circle. – https://www.micechat.com/327870-disneyland-update-submarines-dive-as-passholders-wait-to-resubscribe/ The Main Street Electrical Parade may be set to glow away…again…on September 1, but not before one more celebration. On the Esplanade, guests can take in a custom wrapped Honda HR-V in honor of the 50th anniversary of the parade. It's complete with characters, colors and even a giant snail on top. No word on how long this display will be out. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/07/main-street-electrical-parade-50th-anniversary-wrapped-car-parked-in-disneyland-esplanade/ Disney's spooky season is never complete without apperances and merch featuring the Nightmare Before Christmas — and we've got some already. Bones Coffe is collaborating with the Mouse with five unique blends of Coffee. Try Ruff Weather, The Pumpkin King, Mudslide Boogie, Frog's Breath of Santa Jack, available at a link in our show notes. Each bag is priced at $17. – https://www.bonescoffee.com/collections/bones-coffe-x-disneys-tim-burtons-the-nightmare-before-christmas You may have seen Chicago turn its River green for St. Patrick's Day, but guests were surprised to hear the water in the Jungle Cruise went pink! Something happened to cause a daytime cleaning of the rivers, shutting down the ride for some time. Once the color returned to the expected green shades, guests were welcome back aboard. – https://www.ocregister.com/2022/07/20/why-disneyland-turned-the-jungle-cruise-river-pink/ Another food service venue is adding mobile ordering. Rancho del Zocalo is swapping half of its ordering space to mobile order pickup. MiceChat says it says it could start up any time this week. – https://www.micechat.com/327870-disneyland-update-submarines-dive-as-passholders-wait-to-resubscribe/ It looks like the paint job on Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen is winding down. Most of the outside features a white color with grey trim. Guests can still see some orange around the balconies, but concept art says that should be going away. – https://www.micechat.com/327870-disneyland-update-submarines-dive-as-passholders-wait-to-resubscribe/ Disney employees have a new option for their education. The Aspire program, which offers 100% paid tuition, now partners with California State University – Fullerton and Fullerton College for in-person classes in addition to the already online options available. 13,000 employees already use the program. – https://www.micechat.com/327818-disneyland-news-3-strikes-youre-out/ Discussion Topic: Legendary Imagineer Terri Hardin https://www.terrihardin.com https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terri_Hardin Terri's Tribe – https://www.patreon.com/TerriHardin/posts

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This week, a possible timeline for Splash Mountain, new Star Tours scenes could be on the way, the Blue Bayou has reopened, some updates on Toon Town from the sky, Fantasmic! viewing tips, we talk to the Disneyana Fan Club President Nicolasa, 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: Some unconfirmed information set the online theme park community into a frenzy this week. Anika Noni Rose, the voice of Tiana from Princess and the Frog, was interviewed on the “Kelly and Ryan” talkshow and made a comment that the Splash Mountain refurbishment had a projected opening of 2024. This is the first time that a solid timefram has been spoken about. Disney would not confirm of deny the information, but released a statement that they will have more to share at the Essence Festival of Culture in New Orleans in July. – https://www.micechat.com/323486-disneyland-update-new-views-booking-up-locking-out/ At Star Wars Celebration last week, it was announced at one of the panels that new scenes would be coming to Star Tours. No details have been released on what the scenes will be, but it is always a welcome addition to have more options. Once we know more, we will be sure to talk about it on a future episode! – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/05/27/disney-hints-at-new-star-tours-scenes/ As we reported last week, Radiator Springs Racers was forced to close after an incident where smoke was coming from one of the ride vehicles. After a 10-day closure, the attraction reopened on Friday, June 3rd. Still no official word on what the cause of the incident was, but a former Disneyland Maintenance Cast Member told MiceChat that the ride vehicles break down regularly and curcuit breakers in each car will cause the vehicle to stop when problems arise. – https://www.ocregister.com/2022/06/03/disneyland-reopens-radiator-springs-racers-after-smoking-car-closes-ride-for-more-than-a-week/ and https://www.micechat.com/322588-disneyland-news-radiator-springs-racers-incident-blue-bayou-return-info/ and https://disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland/fantasmic-dinner-packages/availability-modal/ Guests at Disneyland can dine at a favorite restaurant that has recently reopened in a limited capacity. The Blue Bayou has returned and is not taking online reservations, but guests can join the walk-up wait list for lunch or dinner at the podium at the restaurant, or through the Disneyland mobile app. Pirates of the Caribbean is still closed for refurbishment, so the view may not be as magical as normal. The Fantasmic! dining package lists reservation times starting on June 16th. – https://twitter.com/DisneyParks/status/1532803837068824578 MiceChat was able to obtain aerial photos of Toon Town progress this week. From the air, we can see that all of the pavement in the land has been removed and is currently dirt. The facade of the El CapiTOON theater is looking more and more complete. The area where the new park will be located has been cleared and awaiting work to start. Both fountains in the land have also been removed, along with the gazebo in front of the City Hall building. – https://www.micechat.com/323486-disneyland-update-new-views-booking-up-locking-out/ The former entrance to Tarzan's Treehouse has come out from behind walls this week. The area is much more open now for guest traffic heading out of Adventureland toward the bridge over the Pirates queue. Once again, there is not any theming on the new concrete. The lack of the entrance also allows parts of New Orleans Square to be visible throughout Adventureland. – https://www.micechat.com/323486-disneyland-update-new-views-booking-up-locking-out/ We are one week into June, and Celebrate Soulfully has officially kicked off at Disneyland. In Disney California Adventure, groups have been performing at the Hollywood Pictures Backlot stage, and in front of Carthay Circle daily, and seasonal food offerings scattered about. – https://www.micechat.com/323486-disneyland-update-new-views-booking-up-locking-out/ For anyone who has never seen Fantasmic! or would like some tips on how to best experience it, the Orange County Register posted some tips. Among the best tips are to make sure to find a spot in front of one of the mist screens. They are located in front of the island, and on both sides. If you find yourself in the middle of the screens, the view isn't as good. The other stand out tip is to catch the second show of the night. The second show is always less crowded and it is impossible to sit for hours holding a spot since the entire area is cleared after the first show, and fireworks afterward. The longest you will have to wait is about an hour. – https://www.ocregister.com/2022/06/03/7-tips-for-watching-the-return-of-fantasmic-at-disneyland/ Much like the electrical parade, there is a favorite treat at Disneyland that keeps on returning. The Fluffernutter churro is available once again at Willie's Churros on Buena Vista Street in Disney California Adventure. The churro is a standard churro, topeed with a peanut butter sauce, marshmallow sauce, and chocolate chips. The churro is available for $6.75. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/06/review-fantastic-fluffernutter-churro-returns-to-disney-california-adventure/ When we were there last month, there was a line of walls up in front of Ariel's Undersea Adventure. Those walls have finally come down to reveal that they were just replacing the concrete in this area. This is just some of the walkway repaving that has been going on around the entire resort. – https://www.micechat.com/323486-disneyland-update-new-views-booking-up-locking-out/ Discussion Topic: Nicolasa from the Disneyana Fan Club

This week, a new way to get seating for World of Color, non-socially distanced meet and greets return, Toontown updates, Tarzan is moving out of Adventureland, “its a small world” is honored, we talk to Disneyland poet Matt, 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: When World of Color returns this week, there will be a new way to grab a seat to watch it. Disney is rolling out a virtual queue system for guests to use through the Disneyland mobile app to grab a spot for the show. Guests will need to have entered Disney California Adventure on a one-park ticket, or Disneyland on a park hopper ticket to be able to get the reservation in the virtual queue. The virtual queue will open at noon every day the show runs. Guests will receive notifications 45 minutes before the show starts to head to either a blue or yellow gate to enter the seating area. Guests can still walk up to see the show, but reservations are highly recommended. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/04/dazzling-world-of-color-returns-on-april-22-to-disney-california-adventure-park/ Character meet and greets started up again this week, without Genie+ required like in Walt Disney World. Since January, the Florida parks have offered four different meet and greets as part of the Genie+ service. So, at Disneyland, guests can now get up close to their favorites to get hugs, high fives, and autographs for the first time since the pandemic began in 2020. – https://www.ocregister.com/2022/04/13/disneyland-wont-use-genie-for-character-meet-and-greet-photo-ops/ For those of you who like spoilers, the Disney Parks Blog posted a preview of the Main Street Electrical Parade, along with footage of the new float. Along with the new float for the finale, the drum sign that Mickey rides on has also been updated with “50 Years,” noting the 50th anniversary of the classic parade. The reimagined “To Honor America” float looks great with the new Mary Blair inspired Disney characters and fits right in with the rest of the parade. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/04/first-look-at-the-new-grand-finale-in-the-main-street-electrical-parade-debuting-april-22-at-disneyland-park/ MiceChat had some eyes in the skies recently that gives us some insight on the progress being made in Mickey's Toontown! We have the article linked in the show notes showing that Chip and Dale's Treehouse has been removed, and all of the paving, along with the two fountains in the land have been removed. The gazebo in front of the City Hall in Toontown has also been taken down. – https://www.micechat.com/319510-disneyland-update-pruning-disneyland-treehouses/ Tarzan's Treehouse has been under scrims since last September when it abruptly closed to guests. Disney had not addressed why this was, until this week. The current plan for the attraction, which has stood in Adventureland since 1962, is to remove the entrance to the attraction which blocks guest flow, and to eventually re-theme it to something else. MiceChat speculated one of the options would be back to the Swiss Family Robinson since Disney+ was working on a series based on the classic, but our sources say that series has been put on hold for now. Another option is theming it to Encanto. We will keep you updated when we have more solid information on what it will transform into. – https://www.ocregister.com/2022/04/18/disneyland-to-give-tarzans-treehouse-a-new-theme/ One of the most iconic songs from the Disney Parks has been inducted into the Library of Congress. “it's a small world” was first heard on the attraction at the 1964-65 New York World's Fair. The fair had the theme of “Peace Through Understanding,” which fits right in with the attraction that was moved to Disneyland after the fair ended. The song was one of 25 recordings “worthy of preservation for all time based on their cultural, historical or aesthetic importance in the nation's recorded sound heritage.” – https://www.ocregister.com/2022/04/14/disneylands-iconic-its-a-small-world-song-inducted-into-library-of-congress-music-registry/ The Magic Key Terrace continues its transformation slowly. New chandeliers and lighting has been installed, along with faux stained glass, a new fountain, wrought-iron fixtures, and more. The theme is highly inspired by peacocks for the interior, covered portion, and by cats on the exterior portion. Overall, this is a nice improvement to the area and makes it feel more welcoming. – https://www.micechat.com/319510-disneyland-update-pruning-disneyland-treehouses/ Scaffolding has come down from around Stage 12 in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot area of Disney California Adventure. The building has been repainted and a meet and greet for Goofy has been placed here for the Food and Wine Festival. This was the area where Captain Marvel's airplane and meet and greet was previously located. – https://www.micechat.com/319510-disneyland-update-pruning-disneyland-treehouses/ Fans of Disney Pixar's Turning Red have a lot of merchandise options around the parks. Some of the items that are available include a Turning Red Minnie Ear set, some amazingly comfy looking slippers, plushes and more. Some of the most popular items like the 4*Town band shirts have sold out, but will hopefully return in the future. – https://www.micechat.com/319350-disneyland-merchandise-update-stitch-toys/ When Disneyland closed in 2020, the Disney Parks YouTube channel posted a video of the Magic Happens parade. This week, Disney has removed that video from their channel, with no explanation of why. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/04/disney-removes-official-video-of-magic-happens-parade-at-disneyland-from-youtube/ Discussion Topic: Nebraska State Poet and Disneyland Fan Matt Mason At The Corner of Fantasy and Main: Disneyland, Midlife, and Churros – https://theoldmillpress.com/at-the-corner-of-fantasy-and-main.html Blog – http://matt.midverse.com/ Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/NeSP3

This week, Toontown has closed to be “redrawn,” Mirabel has found a new home in Disneyland, Pixie Hollow is inhabited again, Merlin's shop in Fantasyland has opened, Fantasmic! may have a few surprises when it reopens, we talk Disney, 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: Last week was the last week for Toontown as we knew it. The entire land has now closed and will reopen sometime next spring with a complete renovation. The week leading up to the closure saw a lot of guests getting in their last visit before it turns into something quite new and refreshed. This is the first time that we are aware of that an entire land has been closed for a remodel as extensive as this since the New Fantasyland in the early 80's. – https://www.micechat.com/316816-disneyland-update-bibbidi-bobbidi-kaboom/ Encanto fans can now meet Mirabel in a new location at the resort. Mirabel's meet and greet has moved from the Paradise Garden area of Disney California Adventure, where she was located during the Festival of the Holidays, to Zocalo Park in Frontierland. The lines to meet her have been long, so be prepared to wait a bit if you want to get a picture with her. – https://www.micechat.com/316816-disneyland-update-bibbidi-bobbidi-kaboom/ One of our Weeklyteers will be very excited at this next piece of news! Tinker Bell has returned to Pixie Hollow, the area between Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters and the hub. Tinker Bell has not been in her hollow since sometime in 2020 before the closure of the parks. This is a welcome addition to the meet and greet lineup and is sure to be popular. – https://www.micechat.com/316816-disneyland-update-bibbidi-bobbidi-kaboom/ Captain Marvel must be on a mission elsewhere as the jet for her meet and greet has been removed from the Hollywood Pictures Backlot. The area is now behind constructions walls. Who knows what this location will become in the future. – https://www.micechat.com/316816-disneyland-update-bibbidi-bobbidi-kaboom/ The new shop in Fantasyland that took over the old Heraldry shop has opened. Merlin's Marvelous Miscellany opened this past week. Most of the merchandise in this location is available elsewhere around the resort, except that some Peter Pan items that are usually just sold in the UK pavilion in Epcot. The details around this cozy shop are the real star here and are a must stop for any Sword in the Stone fans! – https://www.micechat.com/316633-abracadabra-merlins-marvelous-miscellany-opens-at-disneyland/ Disneyland continues to work on infrastructure for the nighttime entertainment in both parks. This week, a new canopy was installed over the top of the pits to the Fantasmic! fountains. What could this mean? MiceChat suggests that it could be new show elements being worked on or installed that will be part of the returning show. – https://www.micechat.com/316816-disneyland-update-bibbidi-bobbidi-kaboom/ With the changes coming to New Orleans Square soon, some other things are also disappearing. The two Ficus trees in the courtyard of Pirates of the Caribbean are being taken out due to disease. Hopefully new trees and their much needed shade are put back in some capacity for the queue. – https://www.micechat.com/316816-disneyland-update-bibbidi-bobbidi-kaboom/ We are already half way through March, which means that St. Patrick's Day is almost here! To celebrate, the Red Rose Taverne in Disneyland is offering “the Green Stuff,” which is a mint white chocolate mousse, chocolate make, and mint chocolate chips and chocolate cookie crumbs on a shortbread cookie. Corn Dog Castle in Disney California Adventure will offer their dogs coated in a green corn dog batter on March 17th only. Also only available on March 17th is the Strawberry Elderflower Whiskey at the Hollywood Lounge. Some other options around the resort are a Leprechan Cupcake at GCH Craftsman's Grill, and a St. Patrick's Day Whoopie Pie at the GCH Holiday Cart. For the full list, visit the link in our show notes. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/03/foodie-guide-to-st-patricks-day-2022-from-coast-to-coast/ March is Women's History Month, and the Disneyland Resort is celebrating in a number of ways. Minnie Mouse is the star of the celebration with the floral Minnie design that is currently taking the place of the standard floral Mickey in front of the train station. Downtown Disney is welcoming back Marcella Swett, who was the artist behind the Black History Month chalk drawings. to create drawings for Women's History Month. Her creations will be on display from March 15th through the 31st. Sprinkles in Downtown Disney will introduce their first Female Chef Series, starting with a Dark Chocolate Passion Fruit by Chef Brooke Williamson. To see all the things happening, check out the link in our show notes. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2022/03/celebrating-womens-history-month-at-disneyland-resort/ The mural on the side of the former ESPN Zone has been updated once again. This time, it is for the Food and Wine Festival. The mural features Goofy, Chip & Dale, and other Disney California Adventure scenes, all made out of food! It is a cute mural and worth checking out if you are in the area. – https://www.micechat.com/316816-disneyland-update-bibbidi-bobbidi-kaboom/ Discussion: Producer James asks Tage and Teresa Disney Questions!

This week, an update on meet and greets, villains nite snacks, a new retro dress, a bunch of Food and Wine information, some updates to the Magic Key Terrace, a wonderful peice of new merchanside, we talk about Food and Wine Fest food, 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: Classic character meet and greets could be coming back soon! During a Q&A session at the Morgan Stanley Technology, Media, & Telecom Conference this week, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Walt Disney Company Christine McCarthy said they should be returning “soon.” She pointed to the decline in Covid cases as a good indicator of the safety of the meet and greets. She also stated that meet and greets could help with long lines that have been at the parks recently. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/03/07/news-face-to-face-character-meet-and-greets-returning-soon-to-disney-parks/ and https://www.ocregister.com/2022/03/07/when-will-disneyland-let-mickey-mouse-hug-visitors-again/ At the same conference, we got some insight on the capacity of the parks currently. A question came up asking about the current capacity and if it was back to 100%. McCarthy said they are not back to full capacity, but they are close. When asked if the capacity would go back to pre-covid levels, her answer was no. The way in which they manage the parks is different now. Disney is looking forward to bringing back nighttime entertainment as that will help with the crowds that are happening now. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/03/07/are-disney-parks-back-at-full-capacity-yet-an-executive-answers/ and https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/03/disney-may-never-return-to-former-capacity-to-avoid-parks-bursting-at-the-seams-says-executive/ The first Villains Nite is happening as we record this episode, with the second nite on March 10th. The Disneyland app has posted the snacks and other items that will be available at the event. Some of the interesting items include a Maleficent Straw Clip at Smokejumpers Grill for $5.99, a Sweet Spiral Ration at Terran Treats for $6.25, and the Cruel Devil at Schmoozies for $8.49. For the complete list, check out the link in the show notes. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/03/04/full-list-of-exclusive-snacks-available-during-villains-nite-at-disneyland-resort/ Star Wars fans have even more to be excited about with more tickets going on sale for Star Wars Celebration, happening in Anaheim from May 26th through May 29th. Additional tickets will go on sale March 15th at 9am Pacific time. Tickets are limited and are likely to sell out fast! Proof of full vaccination will be required to attend the event. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/03/07/hurry-star-wars-celebration-tickets-are-going-on-sale-soon/ An annual sweet treat is returning to the resort! The Fudge Easter Eggs that the food artisans at Disneyland create for Easter this year are rumored to be returning! Each egg has a surprise flavor inside. For those guests who would rather spoil the surprise, checking the label and looking at the ingredients is a good way to find out the filling. A Cast Member told the Disney Food Blog that they could be back as early as this past Sunday. Once they are available, they can be purchased in the Candy Palace. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/03/05/the-iconic-disneyland-easter-eggs-are-returning-soon/ A new treat has landed at Lamplight Lounge for the Food and Wine Festival. Cookies and Cream Donuts, topped with creme-filled chocolate cookie pieces and serviced with a vanilla and cookie dipping sauce is available for $10. The dipping sauce is a great compliment to the donut with the classic cookies and cream flavors. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/03/review-cookies-and-cream-donuts-are-a-fantastic-treat-at-lamplight-lounge-for-2022-disney-california-adventure-food-wine-festival/ Weeklyteers who love Flo's V-8 Cafe in Cars Land should get excited for a new apparel item that is sure to turn heads! The Dress Shop in Downtown Disney has a new dress themed to the popular eatery. The dress is mint green, with vintage features like blue and pink records, white stars, the Flo's V-8 Cafe sign, and Flo herself. The dress also has a pink waistband, with pink capped sleeves, with a retro cut for the dress itself. The dress is $128. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/03/06/warning-if-you-love-disneys-cars-land-hide-your-wallet/ Magic Key Holders may notice a slightly updated Magic Key Terrace. We reported on the refurbishment of the space a few episodes ago and work was supposed to wrap up soon. Due to supply chain issues with some of the items ordered for the area, only some of the updates have been completed so far. The area has seen updated murals, tile accents, and stained glass. New booths, tables, and more will be swapped in as they arrive. New menu items should also be showing up soon. – https://www.micechat.com/315956-disneyland-update-actions-speak-louder-than-words/ Junior Weeklyteers who are fans of Disney Junior, get excited! The first Disney Junior Fan Fest will be taking place in Disney California Adventure on April 29th. The event will run from 10am to 4pm, and include a character cavalcade with Disney Junior characters, a 10th Anniversary stage show, commemorating Doc McStuffins, and previews of new Disney Junior shows. Check out the link in our show notes for more details. – https://www.mouseplanet.com/13129/Disneyland_Resort_Update_for_March_7__13_2022#news2 The Food and Wine Festival is in full swing now, so what should you get and what should you avoid this year? There are so many new options, there is a lot to choose from! According to the Disney Food Blog, the best new items are the Glazed BBQ Pork Belly at LA Style, the Blueberry-Buttermilk Pie at Berry Patch, the Black & Tan Beef Potato Puffs at D-Lish, the IPA Sausage Dog at California Craft Brews, and more! MiceChat reviewed the Peanut Butter & Jelly Mac and said to skip it. It was too oily and just not good. For the full list and more, visit the link in our show notes. We will talk more about this topic later on in our discussion topic. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/03/06/best-of-the-fest-what-to-eat-and-drink-at-the-2022-disney-california-adventure-food-and-wine-festival/ and https://www.micechat.com/314139-disney-california-adventure-food-wine-festival-2022/ Not only is there plenty to eat at the Food and Wine Festival, but there are also some entertainment options! Live music is at the Palisades Stage across from The Little Mermaid, as well as the Paradise Garden Bandstand. The Jammin' Chef's feature Pluto, Daisy, and Chip & Dale near the Hyperion Theater. Chef Goofy can be seen at the Hollywood Backlot. Family friendly activities include Alice's Wonderland Bakery Unbirthday Party in the Hollywood Backlot, where kids ages 3-11 can decorate cupcakes with Rolly Pin, Alice, Princess Rosa, and Chef Minnie! – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/03/05/see-all-of-the-entertainment-at-the-disney-california-adventure-food-wine-festival/ and https://www.micechat.com/314139-disney-california-adventure-food-wine-festival-2022/ Just when you thought we were done, there is still more! The Food and Wine Festival also has merchandise! A new “life is grape” Spirit Jersey, 2022 Festival Minnie Ears, T-Shirt, Zip Front Hoodie, Baseball Tee, Aprons, and more are all available. Of course there are also some options of housewares, and, of course, pins! For the complete list, check out the link in our show notes. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2022/03/04/all-of-the-merchandise-at-the-2022-food-and-wine-festival-in-disney-california-adventure/ and https://www.micechat.com/314139-disney-california-adventure-food-wine-festival-2022/ This week, we saw a specific merchandise item that we just had to talk about! A new Disneyland Resort photo album has arrived at the Emporium. This new album is a white book, with a gold, pink, and blue vintage Disneyland castle logo, a cutout Disneyland font “D”, and gold Disneyland Resort label on the spine and back of the album. Inside, the pages have a place to slide in photos, with lines for text next to the images. On the opposite page, there is a gold checkerboard design with the cattle and sleeping beauty designs. The album is $34.99. – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/03/take-the-magic-home-with-this-new-disneyland-resort-photo-album/ Is the Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage ever coming back? The signage that was up on the walls around the attraction have been removed. They originally stated that the subs would be returning “Winter 2021,” then “Winter,” and now there are no signs on when it will return. With the closing of ToonTown soon, the capacity is needed, so hopefully this attraction will be surfacing again soon! – https://dlnewstoday.com/2022/03/resurfacing-winter-2022-removed-from-finding-nemo-submarine-voyage-construction-walls-reopening-possibly-delayed-at-disneyland-park/ Weeklyteers who have been in the parks recently may have experienced crowd flow issues in some areas of Disneyland. The resort has taken notice and has been sending out surveys to guests where they experienced overcrowding. Disney may use this information to work on more Project Stardust projects in the future to help with crowd flow and overall guest experience. – https://www.micechat.com/315956-disneyland-update-actions-speak-louder-than-words/ Disneyland Paris is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a few new surprises! A new pre-show to Disney Illuminations, Disneyland Paris nighttime spectacular that combines projections, water jets, mist screens, and fireworks, is coming the the resort. The pre-show, called Disney D-Lite, will uses all the technology of Illuminations, but adds in drones as part of the show. The new pre-show took 8 months of collaboration with Dronisos, a French drone company, to come together. To see a video of the drones in action, check out the link in our show notes. – https://wdwnt.com/2022/03/disneyland-paris-goes-behind-the-scenes-of-disney-d-light-drone-show-in-new-video/ Discussion Topic: Disney California Food and Wine Festival Food 2022