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Welcome back to Capture The Magic! This week we're diving into all the latest Disney World news and there's honestly so much happening right now. First up, Disney just dropped their complete 4th of July food and drink guide and wow, there are some seriously patriotic treats coming our way. We're talking red, white and blue everything across all four parks. Plus we finally got more details about what to expect story-wise when Monstropolis opens at Magic Kingdom. The new land is going to be way more immersive than we initially thought. Speaking of new stuff, Toy Story 5 is bringing some cool passholder perks to Hollywood Studios, and everyone can grab that new Bullseye popcorn bucket. But if you wanted that Lightning McQueen popcorn bucket that just dropped, good luck because it sold out almost immediately. Classic Disney popcorn bucket chaos strikes again. Over at EPCOT, La Poutinerie is opening July 1st and we've got the full menu with pricing. Spoiler alert, it's not exactly budget-friendly but those loaded fries look incredible. And if you've been wanting to do brunch at Citricos, now's your chance since they're moving the Grand Floridian Cafe brunch over there. We're also reviewing those Mickey churro waffles from Spyglass Grill that everyone's been talking about, plus we tried some of the new Bluey treats at Pizzafari. Let's just say one of us was way more excited about Bluey than the other. Plus we're chatting about our recent park experiences including that busy Animation Courtyard, the updated Smuggler's Run experience with Mando and Grogu, and why Soarin' Across America hits different every single time. Make sure to comment with your thoughts on all this Disney World news, smash that like button if you're excited about any of these updates, subscribe if you haven't already, and definitely hit that notification bell so you never miss an episode! You can find the full Capture The Magic Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send us Fan MailBluey's Wild World has officially opened at Animal Kingdom and became an instant hit with guests. Disney was so confident in demand that the Virtual Queue was eliminated less than a week after opening. We discuss what this means for guests and whether Bluey's newest Disney experience lives up to the hype.We also review two of Walt Disney World's newest attractions:Soarin' Across America at EPCOTRock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets at Disney's Hollywood StudiosAfter preview rides on both attractions, we're sharing what surprised us, what Disney got right, and whether either experience deserves a spot at the top of your must-do list.Plus:Secret Grogu interactions inside Smugglers RunDisney Cruise Line's updated alcohol policyNew stateroom door decoration guidelinesSummer crowds, Florida weather, and the start of hurricane seasonWhich of Disney's newest offerings impressed us the mostWhether you're planning a Walt Disney World vacation or preparing for your next Disney Cruise Line sailing, we've got the latest news and honest opinions from the parks.In This EpisodeBluey's Wild World opens at Animal KingdomVirtual Queue removed after less than a weekSoarin' Across America reviewRock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets reviewGrogu updates in Smugglers RunDisney Cruise Line alcohol policy changesDisney Cruise Line door decoration policy changesSummer at Walt Disney WorldConnect With UsFollow The Mickeyphile Podcast for weekly discussions covering Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, Disney news, dining reviews, trip reports, and vacation planning tips.
After more than 20 years away from Universal Orlando, I finally returned to experience the much-talked-about Epic Universe—and wow, what a trip it was. This week, I'm sharing a special crossover episode with my friends Dave and Toni-Ann from the Disney Crush Podcast as we talk through my first impressions of Epic Universe, Universal Orlando, and the Disney portion of our anniversary trip. Travelin’ Tiaras If you’re thinking about planning your next Disney vacation, Universal trip, cruise, or other adventure, my wife Margita and our good friend Auntie Judy are the Travelin’ Tiaras. Whether you’re booking a brand-new trip or transferring an existing reservation, they’d love to help. TravelinTiaras@gmail.com Supporting the Travelin’ Tiaras helps support the podcast, and we truly appreciate it! In This Episode Highlights include: My first visit to Epic Universe Staying at Universal’s Stella Nova Resort Why the immersive lands at Epic are getting so much attention Honest comparisons between Universal and Disney Returning to Port Orleans Riverside Flower & Garden Festival food and entertainment Using Lightning Lane and the Wait Magic service A preview ride of the new Soarin’ Over America Why Disney still feels like home The Big Takeaway Epic Universe is absolutely impressive and raises the bar in many ways. But after spending time at both destinations on the same trip, I was reminded why Walt Disney World continues to hold a special place in my heart. Sometimes the biggest takeaway from a vacation isn’t a ride or attraction—it’s sharing new experiences with people you love and spending time with friends who enjoy the same geeky passions we do. Patreon A huge thank-you to our Patreon family for helping support the show each week. Join us at: patreon.com/GeekinOnWDW Thanks for being part of this amazing community, and I hope you enjoy this week’s episode!The post My Trip Report – Epic Universe Is Amazing… But Disney Still Feels Like Home – Ep. 670 first appeared on Geekin' On WDW Podcast.
Mike and Pam are back today as Pam shares her thoughts on her trip to Walt Disney World last week! Pam stayed at three different resorts, and we discuss each on the show! We talk about staying Club-Level at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, a quick stay at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort, as well as a stay at Disney's Boardwalk Inn. Pam also talks about her preview of the new "Soarin' Across America", and then we go into all of the new experiences you can have now in all four Walt Disney World theme parks and why now is a great time to visit Walt Disney World! What are you most excited for? Please share your thoughts over on the Discord channel at www.beourguestpodcast.com/clubhouse. We hope you enjoy today's podcast! Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com. Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Become a Patron of the show at www.Patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast. Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast. Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!
Dayna is back from Walt Disney World with firsthand updates from some of the newest experiences in the parks! In this episode of Where We Roam, John, Dayna, and Jess dive into Dayna's recent visit for passholder previews, including the new Muppets-themed Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster at Disney's Hollywood Studios, the limited-time Soarin' Across America overlay at EPCOT, and the newly refreshed Animation Courtyard. Dayna shares what changed, what stayed the same, and whether the Muppets overlay works on one of Hollywood Studios' most iconic thrill rides. Jess also gives her very honest thoughts on the Muppets, Aerosmith, and why this retheme may not be winning her over just yet. Plus, the crew talks EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival, nostalgic Disney smells, new park green spaces, snacky snacks, and another round of John's 15-word Disney attraction guessing game. Whether you're planning a Walt Disney World trip, curious about the latest Disney Parks updates, or just want honest reactions from travel advisors who love the parks, this episode has you covered. In this episode: Muppets Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster first impressions Soarin' Across America review Animation Courtyard reopening updates Mickey Mouse Clubhouse early opening EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival thoughts Disney snack reviews Why scent is such a powerful part of the Disney experience A chaotic Disney ride guessing game
This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, May 24, 2026! Mike was in the Studio solo for this show as Scott was down at Walt Disney World for the holiday weekend! During the hour, we discussed all of the new openings at Walt Disney World this past week, including the Muppets coming to Rock-n-Roller Coaster, the Mandelorian & Grogu coming to Smugglers Run, Soarin' Across America, the updated Animation Courtyard, Bluey (coming soon!) to Disney's Animal Kingdom & more! We also get some great trip reports from both Disneyland and Walt Disney World, talked about an upcoming trip for a family to Walt Disney World in a couple of weeks and much more! Come join us in the BOGP Clubhouse this week at www.beourguestpodcast.com/discord. Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com. Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast. Become a patron of the Be Our Guest Podcast over at www.patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast. Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!
In the 296th episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave are back for the latest Star War, Cool Kids and even bringing the baggage news! First, Jenn had a blast on her birthday weekend down in the parks, while Dave saw The Mandalorian & Grogu - and gives his honest review (spoiler: he liked it...) Then, the updated luggage services from Disney World! We knew you could turn your luggage into your value resort before you fly home, but now, you can turn your luggage in early and have it delivered to your resort!!! Finally - Jenn was there for the Cool Kids Summer Preview! She spills the news on Bluey's Wild World over in Animal Kingdom... loving the new Soarin (but also loving the OG)... The Muppets performing for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster... smoother rides at Big Thunder... and much more happening now! Plus, thoughts on CommuniCore and why Jenn seems satisfied but why Dave wants more.
Cool Kids Summer is back at Walt Disney World in 2026, and it's better than ever. On May 26, all four theme parks (Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom) opened new attractions to kick off the summer season. These include Jessie's Roundup, Goofycore, Soarin' Across America, Bluey's Wild World, Magic of Disney Animation (including Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live), Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run featuring The Mandalorian and Grogu, and Rock 'n' Roller Coaster: Starring the Muppets. This is in addition to Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, which recently reopened with major enhancements and upgrades. In this episode, I share my honest review of Cool Kids Summer thanks to a week-long preview hosted by Disney Parks. Get ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, in-depth news analysis, and premium content at patreon.com/imaginationskyway. To plan a trip, be sure to work with KMV Travel. Read Matt's Imagineering column in WDW Magazine. Imagination Skyway is a Disney Parks and Imagineering podcast. Episodes explore attraction design, recap Disney news, and dive into the stories behind the magic, including interviews with Disney Imagineers, Disney Legends, and other Disney creators. Not affiliated with or endorsed by The Walt Disney Company. Disney is a trademark of The Walt Disney Company. Tag me and join the conversation below. Instagram: www.instagram.com/imaginationskyway Facebook: www.facebook.com/imaginationskyway YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@imaginationskyway Email: matthew.krul@imaginationskyway.com How to Support the Show Share the podcast with your friends Rate and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Join our Patreon Group - https://www.patreon.com/imaginationskyway Enjoy the show!
Join me as I recap all the exciting new summer openings at Walt Disney World! In this episode, I share my personal reviews of the brand-new Mandalorian & Grogu mission on Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, the rethemed Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster starring The Muppets, Soarin' Across America at EPCOT, Bluey's Wild World at Animal Kingdom, the stunning new Animation Courtyard at Hollywood Studios, and more.Organized park-by-park for easy listening, I also dive into my experience at the recent media event and the insightful Q&A with Walt Disney World leadership — including why it feels like Disney is truly focusing on better guest experiences and transparency.Whether you're planning a trip or just love the latest Disney news, this episode is packed with honest reviews, highlights, and summer magic!
We're recapping a wild Walt Disney World weekend that included car camping at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, trying out Lightning Lane Multi Pass over two full park days, eating our way around property, and finally getting to experience newly reopened attractions like Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster, Smuggler's Run, Big Thunder Mountain, Space Ranger Spin, and Soarin. We'll talk about the realities of Disney car camping, including setup, comfort, requesting the perfect campsite near the comfort station, nighttime campground vibes, and whether we'd actually do it again. Along the way, we packed in a ton of attractions across Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Hollywood Studios, including Tower of Terror, Toy Story Mania, TRON, Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion, and more. Of course, there's also plenty of food discussion, including breakfast at Steakhouse 71, drinks and snacks at The Beak and Barrel, flatbreads at Baseline Tap House, dinner at Trail's End Restaurant, and an impromptu brunch stop at Chef Art Smith's Homecomin' before heading home. We'll break down what worked, what didn't, and whether this entire Disney weekend adventure was truly worth it. Watch our car camping "room" tour here!
Disney has reimagined several of its rides and attractions for Summer 2026, so we share our reviews for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, Soarin' Across America, Smugglers Run with Mandalorian and Grogu, new Animation Courtyard and more! Big thank you to Walt Disney World for inviting me for media previews, especially since it allowed me to ride Rock 'n' Roller Coaster enough to (nearly) get every song! (I'll get you Walking on Sunshine, next time!) Related Links Muppets Coaster Vlog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rq4yLDH8pNI Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.socialSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStopSupport on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
This week on The Gay Mix, the show opens in classic form — Adam's mixer is haunted by a poltergeist that only Daniel can hear, forcing him to do both halves of the intro like a one-man vaudeville act while narrating the technical difficulties in real time. It's the kind of barely-controlled chaos that reminds you this is live radio, baby, and nobody's editing it. Daniel then takes us to Disney World for not one but two exclusive previews — the new Soarin' Over America film (sesquicentennial! semi-sesqueent! whatever!) and the Muppets re-theme of Rock and Roller Coaster, which he loved so much he almost threw up. It turns out our bodies betray us in our forties, and Daniel has joined the ranks of gays who can no longer ride roller coasters without feeling it for hours afterward. A profound loss for the community.The Survivor 50 finale gets a proper postmortem, complete with Daniel's righteous fury about Jonathan being "just the man taking credit for the women's work" and the truly cringeworthy moment where Stephanie turned her jury question into a campaign rally. But the real showstopper is Jeff Probst accidentally spoiling the fire-making competition live by calling Rizzo to the jury before the footage aired, then scrambling to rebrand his blunder as a brand new twist called "See the Future." Daniel's physical reaction to watching someone fuck up on live television is worth the price of admission alone. Meanwhile, Stephen Colbert said goodbye after eleven years, the Pope refused to come out of his dressing room over a Chicago hot dog dispute, and Daniel cried. Of course he cried. That's what he does.The News Game delivers a rare and glorious 5-for-5 sweep — Daniel nails everything from the Justice Department's absurd $1.776 billion Trump ally fund to Elon Musk getting laughed out of court for missing a deadline. The Birthdays segment nearly breaks Daniel's brain as he spirals into an existential celebrity sorting crisis: is that voice the pale ginger with the loop pedal, or is it the gay one who sings about staying with me? Adam calmly confirms the gay angle, then drops Ed Sheeran's age — 34 — like it's nothing. Daniel, who has admittedly been drinking, is genuinely floored. Add in a dinner with Jean featuring a window-raccoon, Cher turning 80 (she's 49, argue with the wall), Mr. T at 74 still doing the same jokes, and the celebrity death phone pot climbing to $111, and you've got an episode that careens from tender friendship confession to chaotic celebrity confusion with the elegance of a trash panda on a restaurant balcony.Email: Contact@MixMinusPodcast.comVoice/SMS: 707-613-3284
Len Testa and Jim Hill review Walt Disney World's latest wave of attraction updates, including the new Soarin' Across America film, the Muppets' chaotic takeover of Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, and the newly refurbished Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Then, Los Angeles Times columnist Todd Martens joins the show to discuss Disneyland's evolving version of Galaxy's Edge, why Disney is pivoting away from strict sequel-era storytelling, and how the updated Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run finally addresses years of guest feedback. NEWS • Len shares first impressions of Soarin' Across America, including the updated Patrick Warburton pre-show and the new opening rocket launch sequence • Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets debuts with extensive new ride scenes, classic rock parody album covers, and dozens of hidden gags • Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopens with a smoother ride experience and upgraded effects after its lengthy refurbishment • Disney expands Walt Disney World luggage transfer service to American, United, and Southwest Airlines • Universal announces a Sinners-themed Halloween Horror Nights house for both Orlando and Hollywood FEATURE • Todd Martens discusses Disneyland's changing approach to Galaxy's Edge and the return of classic Star Wars characters and locations • Why the original immersive “live your own Star Wars story” concept struggled to fully materialize inside the land • The updated Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run adds new destinations, including Coruscant, Bespin, Endor, and Tatooine • How Imagineering redesigned the attraction to improve gameplay for pilots, engineers, and gunners alike For this episode's full show notes, click here. HOSTS • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | Website: jimhillmedia.com • Len Testa - Bluesky: @lentesta.bsky.social | Instagram: @len.testa | Website: touringplans.com GUEST • Todd Martens - Bluesky: @toddmartens.bsky.social | Instagram: @toddmartens FOLLOW • Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews • YouTube: @jimhillmedia • TikTok: @jimhillmedia • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia/ SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - https://strongmindedagency.com SPONSOR • UnlockedMagic.com - Save on your next Disney vacation with discounted Walt Disney World tickets: https://unlockedmagic.com/?utm_source=partner&utm_campaign=disneydish EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/DISNEYDISH Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. https://www.jimhillmedia.com/sponsor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Len Testa and Jim Hill review Walt Disney World's latest wave of attraction updates, including the new Soarin' Across America film, the Muppets' chaotic takeover of Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, and the newly refurbished Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Then Los Angeles Times columnist Todd Martens joins the show to discuss Disneyland's evolving version of Galaxy's Edge, why Disney is pivoting away from strict sequel-era storytelling, and how the updated Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run finally addresses years of guest feedback. NEWS • Len shares first impressions of Soarin' Across America, including the updated Patrick Warburton pre-show and the new opening rocket launch sequence • Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets debuts with extensive new ride scenes, classic rock parody album covers, and dozens of hidden gags • Big Thunder Mountain Railroad reopens with a smoother ride experience and upgraded effects after its lengthy refurbishment • Disney expands Walt Disney World luggage transfer service to American, United, and Southwest Airlines • Universal announces a Sinners-themed Halloween Horror Nights house for both Orlando and Hollywood FEATURE • Todd Martens discusses Disneyland's changing approach to Galaxy's Edge and the return of classic Star Wars characters and locations • Why the original immersive “live your own Star Wars story” concept struggled to fully materialize inside the land • The updated Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run adds new destinations including Coruscant, Bespin, Endor, and Tatooine • How Imagineering redesigned the attraction to improve gameplay for pilots, engineers, and gunners alike For this episode's full show notes, click here. HOSTS • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | Website: jimhillmedia.com • Len Testa - Bluesky: @lentesta.bsky.social | Instagram: @len.testa | Website: touringplans.com GUEST • Todd Martens - Bluesky: @toddmartens.bsky.social | Instagram: @toddmartens FOLLOW • Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews • YouTube: @jimhillmedia • TikTok: @jimhillmedia • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia/ SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - https://strongmindedagency.com SPONSOR • UnlockedMagic.com - Save on your next Disney vacation with discounted Walt Disney World tickets: https://unlockedmagic.com/?utm_source=partner&utm_campaign=disneydish EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/DISNEYDISH Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. https://www.jimhillmedia.com/sponsor/ EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/DISNEYDISH Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
484 - Disney World's Cool Kids Summer 2026 is HERE — and it's bigger than ever. In this episode of Disney Travel Secrets, your hosts and bestselling authors Rob & Kerri Stuart break down everything families need to know to make the most of Disney's hottest (and coolest) summer promotion, running now through September 8, 2026. Let us help you plan your next Disney Vacation - CLICK HERE From brand-new attractions to surprise character meet-and-greets, DJ dance parties, and money-saving resort tips, this episode is your complete insider guide to Disney World summer 2026.
Welcome to Episode 208 of the Talking Disney Podcast. In this episode, we talk about a new D23 event in Singapore, a class-action lawsuit against Disney, new electric vehicles for Autopia, a new way to make park reservations, Soarin' Across America is coming soon - and we know what scenes they chose, park hopping restrictions end soon, voice actor Tom Kane passes away, and a new Main Street U.S.A. Lego set is coming soon, plus much more. With The Devil Wears Prada 2 released, we update our Talking Disney Podcast Fantasy Movie standings. Finally, we continue our journey of watching and discussing the Disney-Pixar animated feature films with Coco. Thanks for listening! Check out our new Linktree site! All of our social media and important links are in one location. Like us on Facebook: @TalkingDisneyPodcast Follow us on X: @TalkingDisney Follow us on Instagram: @talkingdisneypodcast Follow us on TikTok: @talkingdisneypodcast Subscribe on YouTube: @TalkingDisneyPodcast Email us: talkingdisneypodcast@gmail.com Website: www.talkingdisneypodcast.com Check out The Disney Podcast Group on Facebook - www.facebook.com/groups/TheDisneyPodcastGroup
The Hot Take Hoedown is officially here — and the "Sons of Sandusky" are already $150 richer. This week Mike and EB debut their brand new segment featuring the spiciest opinions from around the theme park internet — and then decide whether each one is a genuine hot take, a bad take, or just something EB has been saying for years. Is Iron Gwazi actually better than VelociCoaster? Did Cedar Point peak in 2001? Should Space Mountain at Walt Disney World be permanently retired? Are RMC conversions a net negative for the industry? Was Epcot better before it had roller coasters? EB has thoughts on all of them. Some of them are his own. Before the Hoedown though — Cedar Point's Millennium Force has a seat belt problem and Tony Clark is blaming Intamin. NightFlight Expedition at Dollywood has quietly removed "spring 2026" from its website and now just says "2026." Soarin' Across America has opened at Epcot and it's getting the full Mike and EB treatment — spoiler, the lawn is not that green on the DC Mall. Montezooma's Revenge train has arrived at Knott's Berry Farm but enthusiasts are already upset about the over-the-shoulder restraints. And the Mystical Fountain at Lost Continent says goodbye — though Mike has a CoasterDamus prediction about where it ends up. The Hot Take Hoedown closes with one final take that might be the most genuinely interesting of the night — does consuming too much theme park content rob you of the ability to experience parks with wonder? And is "the price of expertise is the loss of wonder" the new Coaster Radio tagline? One thing is certain. EB wants to wrap up with the theme song. The Sons of Sandusky are standing by.
This week on Where We Roam, we're talking location, location, location with a Disney Resort Showdown featuring three of our favorite Walt Disney World resorts close to the parks: Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, and Disney's Yacht Club Resort. But first, Dayna joins us live from Disney's Hollywood Studios with a Disney Parks update, including her experience riding Soarin' Across America at EPCOT and the anticipation around Muppets Electric Mayhem taking over Rock 'n' Roller Coaster. Then we go head-to-head-to-head with three very different Disney deluxe resorts. Animal Kingdom Lodge brings the savanna views, incredible theming, and some of the best resort dining at Disney World. The Polynesian delivers Monorail access, tropical vibes, Magic Kingdom convenience, and classic Disney nostalgia. Yacht Club brings the EPCOT resort area, walkability, Stormalong Bay, and easy access to both EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. We rank each resort across the categories that matter most: location and transportation, theme and atmosphere, room size and layout, food and beverage, pools and amenities, and overall value. Which Disney resort wins when location is the name of the game? Listen in as we debate three Walt Disney World favorites and crown our winner.
How else to title this? Ha! Basically, which rides are and are not worth waiting in line for? Some have physically long lines that move quickly, others just happen to be entirely worth a long wait. How much do you agree with our lists? Plus a first peek at destinations for Soarin' Across America when it premieres at Disneyland later this year! Save on your next trip through our friends at Get Away Today - https://www.getawaytoday.com/tickets/disneyland-resort?referrerid=7594 Subscribe and follow us for more! Facebook - @Disneyland4Ever Instagram - @disneylnd4evr Threads - @disneylnd4evr Like what you hear? Offer your support by buying us a churro: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/disneyland4ever
D-Tales aflevering 466 neemt je mee langs alle nieuwe updates die aanstaande zijn in Walt Disney World, de premiere van The Mandalorian and Grogu waar we te gast waren en natuurlijk de aanstelling van een nieuwe directeur van Disneyland Paris, de Fransman Christophe Murphy. D-Tales steunen? Wordt Donalteur! https://petjeaf.com/d-tales 00:00
We break down the full history of everyone's favorite hang gliding ride, every version, every overlay, every orange blossom they pumped through the vents, plus the full report from Myke's early access preview of Soarin' Across America. Then Jenn takes on a Disney + America trivia game with a bit of history sprinkled in.
Disney dropped a surprising amount of news this week, and somehow all of it points toward something Disney fans have been missing for a long time: personality. On this episode, we break down the new "Project Fedora" permits at Disney's Hollywood Studios and discuss what Disney may actually be planning for the future of Indy inside the parks. Is Disney quietly turning Indiana Jones into one of its next major theme park franchises? We also dive into the massive new reveals for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets including: first-look attraction photos, the new Scooter Audio-Animatronics figure, Electric Mayhem concert vibes, merchandise, and Swedish Chef food chaos Plus, previews of the new Soarin' Over America footage have been posted and we give our reactions to Disney bringing back "nostalgic" experience. Disney may finally be bringing back the vibes. Ask us any questions about what we have discussed. Civil discussions encouraged. Email us at show@magicourway.com, call or text 815-MOWICAN (669-4226), or slide into our social media DMs. Every thought and opinion will forever be welcome on this Disney fan podcast. This is show #629.
Welcome back to Geeks Corner with your hosts, Mr. Daps and Caitie Bear! We have an absolutely packed episode for you tonight, diving into some massive updates from Disneyland and Walt Disney World, sharing an unforgettable celebrity encounter, and giving you a peek behind the curtain of our latest studio adventures.Here is what we are breaking down in this episode:The Ultimate Park-Hopping Freedom: Major news for West Coast parkgoers! Starting June 9th, the arbitrary 11:00 AM park-hopping restriction is officially history. We discuss what this means for your morning rush and how Disneyland's newly integrated in-app reservation UI is changing the guest experience. Plus, a quick look at how their new facial recognition entry technology is zipping lines along.A Muppet Takeover on Rock 'n' Roller Coaster: The courtyard is open, the pre-show is set, and the vibe is purely Electric Mayhem! We review the vibrant new courtyard color choices, genius motion-capture audio-animatronic Scooter, and the glorious return of our favorite hecklers, Statler and Waldorf, in their Airstream trailer.Star Wars Galaxy's Edge Star-Studded Surprise: Mr. Daps recounts his firsthand experience watching the brand-new projection shows, Shadows of Memory and The Curious Child, over the Millennium Falcon. But the real magic happened when Dave Filoni, Jon Favreau, Sigourney Weaver, and Pedro Pascal unexpectedly walked out into the crowd! Hear all about Pedro's unscripted Lion King moment with a Grogu plush and how he surprised riders inside the Falcon itself.Cruising Into the History Books: We look ahead to next month's brand-new episodes of Behind the Attraction on Disney+. We share our excitement for a deep dive into the origins of the Disney Cruise Line—from the nostalgic days of the Big Red Boat all the way to the upcoming Disney Destiny.Answering Your Comments: We wrap things up by answering live viewer questions! We touch on whether Soarin' Over California is getting an extension, why we desperately want to hear the full Magic of Disney Animation background music loop, and the practical (and financial) reasons why a certain $399 Disneyland Lego set won't be fitting in our studio anytime soon.Join the Team!We are officially forming our team for the upcoming CHOC Walk! Head on over to CHOCWalk.org/dapsmagic to sign up and walk with us through the parks before they open. Have a brilliant incentive or fundraising idea for our team? Let us know!THE WEEK IN GEEKDisneyland Resort Drops 11:00 Park Hopping Rule in June https://dapsmagic.com/2026/05/disneyland-resort-to-drop-1100-am-park-hopping-time-in-june/ 2 New Episodes of ‘Behind the Attraction' to Focus on Disney Cruise Line https://dapsmagic.com/2026/05/disney-cruise-line-announces-special-2-episode-behind-the-attraction-special/ Courtyard and Queue Photos Shown for Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets https://dapsmagic.com/2026/05/photos-take-a-look-at-rock-n-roller-coaster-starring-the-muppets/ Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets Preshow Revealed by Disney https://dapsmagic.com/2026/05/disney-reveals-preshow-for-rock-n-roller-coaster-starring-the-muppets/ Statler and Waldorf Find New Home at Disney's Hollywood Studios https://dapsmagic.com/2026/05/statler-and-waldorf-find-new-disneys-hollywood-studios-home/ Jon Favreau, Sigourney Weaver, Pedro Pascal, and Dave Filoni Go to Disneyland For First Performance of The Curious Child https://dapsmagic.com/2026/05/jon-favreau-sigourney-weaver-pedro-pascal-and-dave-filoni-visit-disneyland-for-first-performance-of-the-curious-child/ Pedro Pascal Surprises Guests Aboard Millennium Falcon Ahead of The Mandalorian and Grogu Release https://dapsmagic.com/2026/05/star-wars-fans-surprised-in-star-wars-galaxys-edge-by-the-mandalorian-grogu-cast-filmmakers/ Connect With UsRead more Disney & positive content: DapsMagic.comCatch the post-show & replays: DapsHQ.comSubscribe on YouTube so you never miss our upcoming videos and park vlogs!
Episode 308 for the week of May 18, 2026 ... and this is what is going on in our Disney World...Last Week in Disney- RIP Tom Kane (Source: WDW Magic)- First look at Rock 'n' Roller Coaster starring the Muppets- pre-show, food, merch, etc, and Soarin' Across America (Source: Blog Mickey, WDW Magic, and Disney Parks Blog)- Bluey's Wild World at Conservation Station to use a Virtual Queue (Source: Disney Parks Blog)- Disney CFO: Parks are essentially full(Source: Blog Mickey)Starts @1:35 ...Construction Updates- Big Al's is closed, and Project FedoraStarts @32:09 ...Blind Rankings: Park Entertainment and Animatronics- We each have to blind rank 10 items from the respective categoriesStarts @37:16 ...* Reminder to like, subscribe, rate, and review the DBC Pod wherever you get your podcast *Send us an e-mail! .... thedbcpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on social media:- LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/thedbcpod - Bluesky: @thedbcpod.bsky.social- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheDBCPod/- Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDBCPod- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDBCPod- YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/thedbcpod- Discord Server: https://discord.com/invite/cJ8Vxf4BmQNote: This podcast is not affiliated with any message boards, blogs, news sites, or other podcasts
Hello everyone and welcome to the WDWD Mainstreet podcast. Pull up your stool with John and Doug as they discuss all of the latest news from around Walt Disney world and their worlds. Doug kicks the show telling John it's been a year since he and Brenda have lost their beautiful Mother. Doug said he wish he was taking mom on another trip to the world. John talks about a long bike ride and smoking some chicken. In the news a new ferry boat is being built on property, Soarin across America is opening soon and so is Muppets Rock and Roller Coaster, plus so much more from around the world. So, grab yourself a cold one, sit back, relax and enjoy the show!
Join Attractions Magazine contributing writers and correspondents as they bring you news and discussion about all things themed entertainment and parks, including Disney, Universal Studios and beyond on The Attractions Podcast. Topics of conversation on this week's episode of The Attractions Podcast: Disney Upfront spotlights theme park-connected fandoms from ‘Ahsoka' to Savannah Bananas Soarin' Across America at Epcot, Disney California Adventure with new featured locations Bluey at Animal Kingdom: virtual queue, train access and more explained PokéPark Kanto: I went inside the world's first permanent outdoor Pokémon park Convention attendees to receive access to Celestial Park at Epic Universe this month The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producers, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.
Kelsey sits down with Nina from New Jersey to discuss her family of 4's epic 12-day Disney adventure in August 2025.They started their trip at Walt Disney World, staying at the new Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Resort and visiting all four parks: EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, and Magic Kingdom. From there, they boarded the new Disney Treasure cruise ship for a 7-night Caribbean sailing with stops in Cozumel, Grand Cayman, Jamaica, and Castaway Cay. To wrap up the trip, they spent one final night back at Disney's Beach Club Resort.In this episode, Nina shares what it was like combining Disney World with a Disney Cruise, her family's favorite park moments, what stood out on the Disney Treasure, and the port adventures they loved most.This episode is available to watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kelseygravesIf you'd like to share about your trip on the podcast, email me at: kelsey@triptalespodcast.comBuy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/kelseygravesFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelsey_gravesFollow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mskelseygravesJoin us in the Trip Tales Podcast Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1323687329158879Mentioned in this episode:- Nina @nina_vuetravel on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nina_vuetravel/- Waterproof Cross Body Bag: https://amzlink.to/az0Tjj2Es1BMD- Away We Go travel transportation- Hollywood Studios, Epcot, Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom- The Island Tower at the Polynesian Resort- Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, Tiana's Bayou Adventure, Moana's Journey of Water, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Soarin', Slinky Dog Dash, Tron, Brown Derby, The Plaza- Disney Treasure: Plaza de Coco, Fish Extenders, Pixie Dusting, Haunted Mansion Parlor Bar, Scat Cat Lounge, Periscope Pub, Enchante, Mickey Churro Waffles, The Neverland Challenge, Moana Stage Show, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique- Cozumel: Fury Catamaran Snorkel Excursion- Grand Cayman: Mollie's Beach Club- Jamaica: Dunn's River Falls- Castaway Cay: Stingray Encounter- The Beach Club Resort, Blizzard Beach, Stormalong BayTrip Tales is a travel podcast sharing real vacation stories and trip itineraries for family travel, couples getaways, cruises, and all-inclusive resorts. Popular episodes feature destinations like Marco Island Florida, Costa Rica with kids, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Aulani in Hawaii, Beaches Turks & Caicos, Park City ski trips, Aruba, Italy, Ireland, Portugal's Azores, New York City, Alaska cruises, and U.S. National Parks. Listeners get real travel tips, itinerary recommendations, hotel reviews, restaurant recommendations, and inspiration for planning their next vacation, especially when traveling with kids.
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This week, a new partnership between Banana Ball and Disney+ is announced, we see is we were right about some of our predictions for Soarin' Across America, a new show featuring Grogu and the Mandalorian debuts at Galaxy's Edge, the characters of Mystic Manor get a new meet n' greet, we get a look at Rockin' Rollercoaster featuring The Muppets, a huge change is coming for pin traders and Autopia is going electric! Listen now at: https://www.podketeers.com/621 or watch this episode at: YouTube.com/Podketeers Our most frequently requested links can be found at: https://www.podketeers.com/links/ Help us make a difference! Teamboat Willie is the official charity team of the Podketeers Podcast. For more information on the charity that we're currently supporting, head to: http://www.teamboatwillie.com Check out our series of Armchair Imagineering episodes here: https://www.podketeers.com/armchair-imagineering/ --- Join the FGP Squad Family! Support for Podkeeters is provided by listeners and viewers like you! We like to call our supporters our Fairy Godparents (they call themselves the FGP Squad). You can find more info on how to become part of the FGP Squad family by going to: https://www.podketeers.com/fgp --- We're on Discord! Join other members of our community and us on our Discord server! Use the invite link below to join us: https://discord.gg/gG8kJ2a ---
Is Walt Disney World attempting to anger the far left? How dare they show the Statue of Liberty, or the Louisiana Bayou, or the Los Angeles skyline on a new ride celebrating America's 250th birthday?
Jim Hill and Len Testa welcome Professor Roland Betancourt to discuss his new book, Disneyland and the Rise of Automation, which somehow connects Walt Disney, Ford factories, magnetic tape, Forest Lawn, Willy Wonka, and ride computers named Fred. They also cover big park updates, from Mythos closing at Universal Orlando to new Walt Disney World previews, Lakeshore Lodge concept art, Roger Rabbit's safer spin, and Hocus Pocus 3 heading to theaters. Naturally, milk percentages are also examined with the seriousness they deserve. NEWS • Universal confirms Mythos will close with Lost Continent, while Thunder Falls Terrace becomes a new full-service signature restaurant in 2027. • Walt Disney World sets AP preview dates for Soarin' and Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster starring The Muppets. • Magic Kingdom prepares for a fourth ferry boat, the first new one since 1976. • Disney reveals new Lakeshore Lodge concept art, including a large pool and lazy river area. • Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin reopens at Disneyland with pre-programmed spinning. • Disney officially greenlights Hocus Pocus 3, with the Sanderson Sisters reportedly heading beyond the stage show and into the parks. FEATURE • Roland Betancourt explains how Ford's River Rouge plant helped shape Walt Disney's thinking about automation. • The discussion traces magnetic tape, Cold War technology, and the real roots of Audio-Animatronics. • Big Thunder Mountain introduces “anti-Fred logic,” a wonderfully Disney solution to button-related human creativity. • Harper Goff's work on Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory reveals another strange and delightful bridge between factories and theme parks. • Why Disneyland surveyed guests like a giant postwar science experiment - and how those surveys still shape the parks today. For this episode's full show notes, click here. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Len Testa - IG: @len.testa | Website: touringplans.com GUEST • Roland Betancourt - Book: Disneyland and the Rise of Automation FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR The Disney Dish News is sponsored by Unlocked Magic. Get discounted Walt Disney World tickets and plan your next trip at UnlockedMagic.com If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jim Hill and Len Testa welcome Professor Roland Betancourt to discuss his new book, Disneyland and the Rise of Automation, which somehow connects Walt Disney, Ford factories, magnetic tape, Forest Lawn, Willy Wonka, and ride computers named Fred. They also cover big park updates, from Mythos closing at Universal Orlando to new Walt Disney World previews, Lakeshore Lodge concept art, Roger Rabbit's safer spin, and Hocus Pocus 3 heading to theaters. Naturally, milk percentages are also examined with the seriousness they deserve. NEWS • Universal confirms Mythos will close with Lost Continent, while Thunder Falls Terrace becomes a new full-service signature restaurant in 2027. • Walt Disney World sets AP preview dates for Soarin' and Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster starring The Muppets. • Magic Kingdom prepares for a fourth ferry boat, the first new one since 1976. • Disney reveals new Lakeshore Lodge concept art, including a large pool and lazy river area. • Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin reopens at Disneyland with pre-programmed spinning. • Disney officially greenlights Hocus Pocus 3, with the Sanderson Sisters reportedly heading beyond the stage show and into the parks. FEATURE • Roland Betancourt explains how Ford's River Rouge plant helped shape Walt Disney's thinking about automation. • The discussion traces magnetic tape, Cold War technology, and the real roots of Audio-Animatronics. • Big Thunder Mountain introduces “anti-Fred logic,” a wonderfully Disney solution to button-related human creativity. • Harper Goff's work on Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory reveals another strange and delightful bridge between factories and theme parks. • Why Disneyland surveyed guests like a giant postwar science experiment - and how those surveys still shape the parks today. For this episode's full show notes, click here. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Len Testa - IG: @len.testa | Website: touringplans.com GUEST • Roland Betancourt - Book: Disneyland and the Rise of Automation FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR The Disney Dish News is sponsored by Unlocked Magic. Get discounted Walt Disney World tickets and plan your next trip at UnlockedMagic.com If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us Fan MailEpisode 253: Big Thunder Mountain Returns, Disney Cruise Chaos & Halloween Starts in May
Len Testa and Jim Hill return with a caffeinated mix of Disney news, listener questions, and one deeply researched (and slightly petty) rant about guitar accuracy. They also explore the mystery of Walt's unfinished apartment bathroom and debate just how early is too early for Halloween. Then Jim brings the main event: the story of how Maxwell House coffee landed on Main Street, missed its big debut, and ultimately got shown the door - paving the way for a quieter, smarter coffee strategy at Disneyland. NEWS Preview dates announced for Soarin' and Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster starring the Muppets, with guests likely riding by mid-May Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run may finally make the engineer role matter (yes, really) Bluey's Animal Kingdom appearance may skip meet-and-greets entirely, possibly to avoid crowd-control chaos Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party now starts August 7, because apparently summer needed pumpkins EPCOT Food & Wine Festival returns in late August, continuing Disney's “why wait for fall?” strategy FEATURE The original deal that brought Maxwell House Coffee to Disneyland - complete with big promises and bigger expectations Why the Main Street coffee house wasn't ready for opening day (and stayed that way for months) The rain-soaked grand opening that didn't help Disney's relationship with its coffee sponsor How Hills Brothers stepped in, kept the New Orleans theming, and quietly made the concept work The evolution of the location from sponsored coffee house to struggling restaurant to retail space For this episode's full show notes, click here. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Len Testa - IG: @len.testa | Website: touringplans.com FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR The Disney Dish News is sponsored by Unlocked Magic. Get discounted Walt Disney World tickets and plan your next trip at UnlockedMagic.com If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Len Testa and Jim Hill return with a caffeinated mix of Disney news, listener questions, and one deeply researched (and slightly petty) rant about guitar accuracy. They also explore the mystery of Walt's unfinished apartment bathroom and debate just how early is too early for Halloween. Then Jim brings the main event: the story of how Maxwell House coffee landed on Main Street, missed its big debut, and ultimately got shown the door - paving the way for a quieter, smarter coffee strategy at Disneyland. NEWS Preview dates announced for Soarin' and Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster starring the Muppets, with guests likely riding by mid-May Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run may finally make the engineer role matter (yes, really) Bluey's Animal Kingdom appearance may skip meet-and-greets entirely, possibly to avoid crowd-control chaos Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party now starts August 7, because apparently summer needed pumpkins EPCOT Food & Wine Festival returns in late August, continuing Disney's “why wait for fall?” strategy FEATURE The original deal that brought Maxwell House Coffee to Disneyland - complete with big promises and bigger expectations Why the Main Street coffee house wasn't ready for opening day (and stayed that way for months) The rain-soaked grand opening that didn't help Disney's relationship with its coffee sponsor How Hills Brothers stepped in, kept the New Orleans theming, and quietly made the concept work The evolution of the location from sponsored coffee house to struggling restaurant to retail space For this episode's full show notes, click here. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Len Testa - IG: @len.testa | Website: touringplans.com FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR The Disney Dish News is sponsored by Unlocked Magic. Get discounted Walt Disney World tickets and plan your next trip at UnlockedMagic.com If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the 292nd episode of The Main Street Electrical Podcast, Jenn & Dave reunite after Jenn's week off and Dave's solo show... First (and we forgot to even say it on the episode...) THANK YOU FOR 100,000 DOWNLOADS! Second... we dive back in to some familiar news, covering some of the things we did mention last week, but this time to get Jenn's take on in, including the Muppets song list on the revamped Rock'n Roller Coaster, the returning Dexlue Disney Sining Plan, and Big Thunder reopening. Plus, a look at Disney's upcoming Lakeshort Lodge, projected to open in 2027, and then a look at the recently announced Disney Legend 2026 line up - and who should be in, who is in that grey area and... then... a discussion on Anne Hathaway. Finally, the May calendar at Disney - the After Hours dates, Marvel TV dates, The Devil Wears Prada 2 and Mando & Grogu movie dates... and another scan at May 26th, and ALL the big things happening on that single day - Muppets, Dis Jr, Animation Courtyard, Soarin, Bluey, and Falcon's new mission.
Summary — The Gay Mix (Recorded April 17, 2026)This episode opens with Daniel and Adam's standard banter before Daniel delivers his running update, the segment he describes as the show's primary draw. He confirms he is running the Walt Disney World Springtime Surprise 10-miler that Sunday alongside friends Zach, Rodan, and Taylor — spread across corrals A through E — before flying to Tennessee the following Thursday for the inaugural Dollywood Half Marathon weekend. The show will be dark the following week as a result. Daniel also uses the update as an opportunity to air a grievance: the unbuttered toast included in the post-race snack pack is not a reward for running 10 miles, and he wants that on the record.The bulk of the episode is a detailed debrief of Adam's multi-day visit to Florida. Day one's itinerary included a bowling session at Splitsville (Adam won; the lanes went dark mid-10th-frame), an escape room with a Jungle Cruise/Society of Adventurers aesthetic completed 10 minutes under the clock, and a group dinner in Lakeland with the extended co-pilot friend circle. Day two was a full day at EPCOT, highlighted by Adam losing Zach's permanent cast member guest pass near the Living with the Land queue, causing interpersonal tension that Daniel diagnoses in real time using a hormones-and-personality-types framework. They still managed Ratatouille, Soarin', and the American Adventure — which Adam and Daniel agree is technically impressive and historically selective in roughly equal measure. Day three covered Kennedy Space Center: the Apollo control room simulation, the Saturn V exhibit (Daniel has personal memories of the facility from 1976), and the Space Shuttle Atlantis reveal, during which Daniel was, as he puts it, "very much not" emotional.The episode closes with the two recurring game segments. In the News Game, Adam reads five multiple-choice questions sourced from the New York Times; Daniel scores 4 out of 5, correctly identifying the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire duration, the Minnesota Boundary Waters mining vote, the World Cup as the cause of NJ transit price gouging, and Justin Bieber's Coachella hologram stunt, while whiffing on the Trump AI-Jesus-image question. The 60-second Disney Trivial Pursuit bonus round adds two more points. Adam confirms the trip was a genuine success and clarifies for the record that he doesn't require a packed itinerary — he came to see Daniel, not to be entertained. Daniel issues a formal satisfaction questionnaire disclaimer anyway.Email: Contact@MixMinusPodcast.comVoice/SMS: 707-613-3284
Did you know Disney almost turned Spaceship Earth into a golden roller coaster? Join Morgan and Jake on Neverland Navigation Radio as they take a deep dive into "Project Gemini," the canceled early-2000s overhaul that would have radically changed the front half of Epcot.In this episode, we explore the wild $500 million plans to transform Future World into "Discovery Land". We're talking a massive "Time Racers" coaster gutting Spaceship Earth , a Little Mermaid ride in the Living Seas , a suspended rainforest coaster at The Land pavilion , and a brand-new Junior Autopia right in front of Test Track!Why did this massive project get scrapped right before its planned 2006 opening? We break down the turbulent Michael Eisner era , the financial disaster of Disney's California Adventure , and what few pieces of Project Gemini actually survived to become part of the Epcot we know today (like Soarin'!). Plus, we compare these abandoned plans to Epcot's most recent "World Discovery, Celebration, and Nature" transformation.Planning a Disney trip? Morgan is a free-to-you travel agent! Get expert deal monitoring, dining reservations, and a free gift just for booking. Email: morgan@neverlandnavigation.com. Want vintage Disney merch? Check out our Etsy shop for custom ride shirts: Neverland Navigation!
DCA no LL 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 We finish our series on how to maximize the Disney parks without Lightning Lane! Disney's California Adventure, one of our favorite parks with some of the best rides in the country. We discuss how to handle Radiator Springs Racers, Guardians of the Galaxy Mission Breakout, and why even rides like Soarin' can have tough lines. If you don't have lightning lane, this episode will help you minimize your time in line! How do you like to do California Adventure without Lightning Lane? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 2:31 - Rope drop strategy 10:36 - Mid morning and lunch 14:39 - Afternoon and taking advantage of nighttime 21:25 - 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 Bluesky and Instagram! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
Olivia, from Soarin' Around WDW Podcast, is returning to the show. This time, she is planning a trip to Walt Disney World with her husband Madi, and daughters Aili (7) and Blake (3). While the girls don't yet know all of the plans for the trip, Olivia is looking forward to surprising them with a stay at Art of Animation in a Little Mermaid room. They have plans to visit three of the four parks (sorry MK, they will have to catch you next time) and on two of their park days, they will have a variety of family members traveling to meet up with them for the day. Trip Dates: March 4-8, 2026 Pre-Trip Interview: recorded 2/22/26 Episode Specific Links: Follow Olivia on Instagram @soarinaroundwdwpod and subscribe to Soarin' Around WDW: on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube Blacklane Car Service Flower and Garden Festival Food and Wine App (works for all festivals) - iOS or Android People mentioned in this episode: Katie - @2plus3travelers (Olivia's travel agent) Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share? Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest. Get in Touch: If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com. Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com
Olivia's trip is over (sadly), but she's back to share all the details (happily). There were many new things tried on this trip, from snacks to the resort to Blake being tall enough to ride Slinky! Trip Dates: March 4-8, 2026 Post Trip Interview: recorded 3/12/26 Episode Specific Links: Follow Olivia on Instagram @soarinaroundwdwpod and subscribe to Soarin' Around WDW: on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube Check out Olivia's Every Ride Challenge from Disneyland on YouTube Blacklane Car Service Landry's Select Club Dedicated to Disneyland Paris Podcast People mentioned in this episode: Katie - @2plus3travelers (Olivia's travel agent) Be Our Guest: Do you have an upcoming trip you'd like to share? Submit your trip information here to be considered as a podcast guest. Get in Touch: If you would like to reach out to Virginia for something other than a trip report guest submission (for that use the link above!), you may email whereilongtobepodcast@gmail.com. Follow: Instagram: @whereilongtobepodcast Facebook: @whereilongtobepodcast TikTok: @whereilongtobepodcast Website: whereilongtobepodcast.com
Let's talk about Disney's “Land Pavilion” over at Epcot. Home to two pretty popular attractions, Living with the Land and Soarin. There's also 2 dining options available inside the building and have you ever seen the Awesome Planet show inside? We'll also talk March Magic and new Disney CEO.
This week, Bluey is coming to Disneyland, Magic Key Holders are getting some nice perks in the mail, and a scavenger hunt, Josh Gad is another cast member, cast members are celebrated, an update on the busses, we talk about the history of Disneyland Fireworks, 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: On March 22, a beloved character from down under will debut a new show at Disneyland. “Bluey's Best Day Ever!” at the Fantasyland Theatre will celebrate the heart and humor of Bluey. The theater will be transformed into Bluey's school where Bluey and Bingo will appear on stage at set times throughout the day, with two unique shows. A group of comedic performers and musicians will join them to bring to life popular board games, music, and dances. Chattermax, Unicorse, and a troupe of Grannies will also make appearances. There will also be a life-sized Gnome Village and Fairy Garden with interactive areas. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/bluey-at-disneyland-resort/ Magic Key Holders will have a new way to enjoy the resort with the Magic Key Road Trip pit stop scavenger hunt to celebrate Disney California Adventure's 25th anniversary. Key holders will pick up a special map at Kingswell Camera Shop on Buena Vista Street and use it to complete the hunt. After the hunt is completed, collect a prize later in April. Check the Magic Key Portal in the Disneyland App for all the details. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/california-adventure-25-scavenger-hunt/ Continuing this Road Trip theme, Magic Key holders will also want to keep an eye out in their mailboxes for a complimentary gift coming soon. An exclusive set of car air fresheners inspired by attractions and experiences from Disney California Adventure! Each mailer will include three themed air fresheners, with a citrus smell for Grizzly Peak and Soarin', new car smell for Cars Land and Radiator Springs Racers, and Sakura for San Fransokyo Square. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/magic-key-road-trip-2026-air-fresheners/ Ever since Josh Gad was made a Disney Legend and he shared not getting to be a cast member for the Jungle Cruise, it seems like Disney has been trying to make up for this. So far, he has been a Jungle Cruise Skipper, a Disneyland Railroad Conductor, a Haunted Mansion cast member, and more. This time, he is taking guests on a journey through Storybook Land Canal Boats. This time, he doesn't know the script and snuck onto the boat to entertain guests. Check out the link in our show notes to watch all the chaos. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/gad-in-storybook-land/ The Disneyland Resort just held an event to celebrate cast members with service of 10 years or more. Jan Fleener and Richard Ruiz were in attendance, celebrating 55 years of service at the resort! The two were celebrated by being driven down the Performance Corridor in the Five and Dime classic car. Cast members are invited to these events starting at their 10th anniversary, then every 5 years of service after. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-cast-service-celebration-2025/ Actress Jennifer Garner has a baby food brand called Once Upon a Farm that is now available for purchase at Disney California Adventure. Guests can pick some up at Fillmore's Taste-In in Cars Land. The food features cold-pressed pouches and plant-rich meals for babies, toddlers, and big kids. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/once-upon-a-farm-at-disney-california-adventure/ Two unfortunate events occurred at the Disneyland Resort this week. The first was a hazmat situation backstage near Star Tours that resulted in cast members being transported to the hospital out of caution. Nobody was seriously injured and it was limited to backstage. Anaheim Police were summoned to the resort in a Swatting Incident that claimed a mass shooting event at the resort. A swatting is where someone calls in a serious call to 911 that turns out to be a prank, even though police, and sometimes SWAT teams are sent. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-swatting/ https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/disneyland-hazmat-incident-star-tours-backstage/ SnackChat: Bluey-themed bites – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-bluey-food-beverage-at-disneyland-resort/ Discussion Topic: History of Fireworks – https://www.micechat.com/335190-disneyland-fireworks-history-all-shows/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Get ready for an action-packed summer at Walt Disney World! In this episode of the Living by Disney podcast, we break down all the biggest March 2026 announcements that will shape your next family vacation.From the new leadership team at Disney Experiences to Cinderella Castle's stunning new look, Buzz Lightyear and Big Thunder Mountain re-openings, the Muppets takeover of Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster, Soarin' Across America, Bluey's Wild World, and a brand-new Disney Jr. show — we've got every opening date and detail you need.Plus: Cool Kids' Summer event (May 26 – Sept 8), ticket deals from $109/day, free dining offers, resort perks, and a behind-the-scenes look at the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival.Whether you're planning a summer trip with kids or just love staying in the know, this episode is your complete guide to making the most of Disney World in 2026.Disney Unscripted video mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izHfsAX3kLg
Steph recaps day one of a two-day Disneyland trip with Angel and Lindsay for the “70 Years of Favorites” After Dark event. After a minor parking-structure collision with no damage, the host enters Disneyland, meets friends, eats at Docking Bay 7, shops for merchandise, and takes Cars Land PhotoPass photos with Lightning McQueen before riding Little Mermaid and Soarin'. The group dines at Carthay Circle, then attends the After Dark event for photo ops, dancing, snacks, and rides, but finds the event lackluster and leaves early.Thank you to all of my listeners, friends and supporters! A special thank you to my sponsor, Arias Transportation, for supporting this podcast. Be sure to check them out at www.ariastransportation.com and download the app next time you need a ride in the LA area. Be sure to add Steph 20 in the notes for a 20% discount off your first reservation.Today's Chat: We have more information on Bluey coming to the parks! https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/bluey-at-disneyland-resort/?CMP=SOC-DPFY26Q2wo0312260018Ghttps://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/disney-eats-bluey-food-beverage-at-disneyland-resort/?CMP=SOC-DPFY26Q2wo0312260001F Follow me on Instagram @Magic_Key_Adventures or use this link: https://www.instagram.com/magic_key_adventures/Feel free to email questions and comments at: magickeyadventures@yahoo.comSupport the show with a one-time donation at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/magickeyadhNew! Patreon: Join my Patreon, it's FREE!https://www.patreon.com/c/MagicKeyAdventuresSubscribe, rate and review!Be sure to check out my friends that I mentioned in this episode:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/once-upon-a-castle-podcast/id1838081825https://www.etsy.com/shop/DisneylandDayDream?ref=own_favorite_shops_pagehttps://www.etsy.com/shop/AngelonMainStreet?ref=own_favorite_shops_page
This week's Disney Dish mixes a packed Walt Disney World news round-up with a deeply nostalgic trip through one of Disney-MGM Studios' most beloved lost attractions. Jim and Len break down a wave of reopening dates, new discount strategy, annual passholder survey oddities, and a fresh round of listener questions before returning to Jim's ongoing history of The Great Movie Ride. The main story this time shifts backstage, focusing on the cast members, timing, choreography, and split-second performance work that made the attraction feel so alive. It is part park operations deep dive, part oral history, and pure Disney nerd catnip. NEWS • Walt Disney World rolls out a cluster of reopening dates, including Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin on April 8, Soarin' Around America and Bluey at Animal Kingdom on May 26, plus more returning offerings later this summer. • Disney also unveils new summer and fall offers, including free dining and a 4-Day, 4-Park Magic Ticket, signaling a coordinated push to fill rooms after the spring reopening window. • Universal Studios Hollywood begins ride cycling Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, offering a first look at the drifting ride vehicle tech expected to influence the Orlando version. • Disney names Thomas Mazloum chairman of Disney Experiences, setting off a broader leadership reshuffle across Disneyland, Parks International, and Consumer Products. • A new annual passholder survey raises eyebrows by spotlighting Zootopia-themed offerings at Animal Kingdom, fueling more speculation about where Disney may lean with that IP in the future. FEATURE • Jim continues the history of The Great Movie Ride by focusing on the cast members who brought the attraction to life, from auditioning tour guides to the performers who earned the right to play the gangster and bank robber. • The episode explores the ride's hidden operational complexity, including synchronized tram timing, live performance beats, emergency exits, and the backstage choreography required to make two different versions of the attraction work at once. • Jim also shares stories about effects changes, guest complaints, on-the-job mishaps, and the strong sense of community that kept former cast members emotionally attached to the attraction long after its 2017 closure. • The result is a vivid look at why The Great Movie Ride was not just a ride system and a script, but a live performance machine that depended on timing, talent, and nerves. For this episode's full show notes, click here. View transcript here. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Len Testa - Website: TouringPlans.com FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR Our friends at Unlocked Magic have discounted theme park tickets starting at just one day of admission, with prices better than Disney's. Get your Walt Disney World tickets now and see all the new and returning offerings opening soon. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week's Disney Dish mixes a packed Walt Disney World news round-up with a deeply nostalgic trip through one of Disney-MGM Studios' most beloved lost attractions. Jim and Len break down a wave of reopening dates, new discount strategy, annual passholder survey oddities, and a fresh round of listener questions before returning to Jim's ongoing history of The Great Movie Ride. The main story this time shifts backstage, focusing on the cast members, timing, choreography, and split-second performance work that made the attraction feel so alive. It is part park operations deep dive, part oral history, and pure Disney nerd catnip. NEWS • Walt Disney World rolls out a cluster of reopening dates, including Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin on April 8, Soarin' Around America and Bluey at Animal Kingdom on May 26, plus more returning offerings later this summer. • Disney also unveils new summer and fall offers, including free dining and a 4-Day, 4-Park Magic Ticket, signaling a coordinated push to fill rooms after the spring reopening window. • Universal Studios Hollywood begins ride cycling Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, offering a first look at the drifting ride vehicle tech expected to influence the Orlando version. • Disney names Thomas Mazloum chairman of Disney Experiences, setting off a broader leadership reshuffle across Disneyland, Parks International, and Consumer Products. • A new annual passholder survey raises eyebrows by spotlighting Zootopia-themed offerings at Animal Kingdom, fueling more speculation about where Disney may lean with that IP in the future. FEATURE • Jim continues the history of The Great Movie Ride by focusing on the cast members who brought the attraction to life, from auditioning tour guides to the performers who earned the right to play the gangster and bank robber. • The episode explores the ride's hidden operational complexity, including synchronized tram timing, live performance beats, emergency exits, and the backstage choreography required to make two different versions of the attraction work at once. • Jim also shares stories about effects changes, guest complaints, on-the-job mishaps, and the strong sense of community that kept former cast members emotionally attached to the attraction long after its 2017 closure. • The result is a vivid look at why The Great Movie Ride was not just a ride system and a script, but a live performance machine that depended on timing, talent, and nerves. For this episode's full show notes, click here. View transcript here. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Len Testa - Website: TouringPlans.com FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR Our friends at Unlocked Magic have discounted theme park tickets starting at just one day of admission, with prices better than Disney's. Get your Walt Disney World tickets now and see all the new and returning offerings opening soon. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cool Kids Summer is returning to Walt Disney World this summer from May 26 through September 8, 2026. In addition, new and refurbished attractions are opening this summer, including Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin, Soarin' Across America, Disney H2O Glow After Hours at Typhoon Lagoon, Bluey and Bingo at Conservation Station, and Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live. Plus, new summer offers for resort stays, dining plans, and tickets can now be booked for summer 2026. To plan a trip, be sure to work with KMV Travel. Get ad-free episodes, bonus episodes, in-depth news analysis, and premium content at patreon.com/imaginationskyway. Tag me and join the conversation below. Instagram: www.instagram.com/imaginationskyway Facebook: www.facebook.com/imaginationskyway YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@imaginationskyway Email: matthew.krul@imaginationskyway.com How to Support the Show Share the podcast with your friends Rate and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Join our Patreon Group - https://www.patreon.com/imaginationskyway Enjoy the show!
In this Disney news and planning episode of the Adventures of a Disney Dad podcast, Matt and Chip break down several new Walt Disney World discounts, major attraction updates across the parks, and one of the most common questions families ask when planning a trip: where should we eat? Quick Service Edition! From new ticket deals that could save families hundreds of dollars, to the return of Soarin' Over America and the arrival of Bluey and Bingo at Animal Kingdom, this episode covers a wide range of updates that Disney fans should know about right now. Matt also walks through how some of these discounts can actually be stacked together, and why the math behind Disney's dining plan doesn't always work the way families expect. Then we dive into a full discussion ranking quick service dining across Walt Disney World, including the best spots in each park, hidden gems at Disney Springs, and the locations we usually avoid. If you're trying to plan meals without wasting valuable park time on sit-down dining, this conversation will give you a lot of ideas. Chapters 00:43 New 4-Day Disney World Ticket Deal 01:37 New Disney Room Discounts Through October 3 02:30 Is the Disney Dining Plan Actually Worth It? 05:28 Disney Attendance, Pricing, and Cruise Value 05:54 Disney Cruise Bounce Back Offer Strategy 09:50 Walt Disney World Ride and Attraction Updates 10:15 Soarin' Over America Returning to EPCOT 10:35 Bluey and Bingo Coming to Animal Kingdom 11:02 New Animation Courtyard Opening at Hollywood Studios 11:26 Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin Update 11:39 Big Thunder Mountain Reopening Delay 13:59 Quick Service Dining at Disney World 14:49 Ranking Quick Service in the Parks 16:17 Why Hollywood Studios Has the Worst Quick Service 21:41 EPCOT Quick Service and Festival Food 22:22 Best Quick Service at Animal Kingdom 24:15 Best and Worst Quick Service at Magic Kingdom 26:21 Best Quick Service at Disney Springs 29:14 Final Thoughts and Planning Help
Epcot no LL 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 We continue our series discussing how to tackle the parks without Lightning Lanes at our favorite park: Epcot. We pick our favorite entrance and discuss the strategies you can adopt which are entrance dependent. Plus we discuss how nice Epcot is at night and share one of Joe's favorite Disney dos. What do you rope drop at Epcot? Let us know by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 1:46 - Epcot has two entrances 4:10 - International Gateway rope drop 9:59 - Post rope drop strategy 18:11 - Exiting the park 19:12 - Main Entrance rope drop 21:53 - Post rope drop strategy 26:37 - Which entrance do we prefer? 30:07 - 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 Bluesky and Instagram! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.
This week, the next Disneyland After Dark events are going on sale, transportation around the resort is going to get complicated, DCA is turning 25, Celebrate Soulfully is honoring the heritage of Black leaders, artists, and thinkers, we talk about the big changes at the top of the Walt Disney Company with Alex from Backside of Water, and more! Please support the show if you can by going to https://www.dlweekly.net/support/. Check out all of our current partners and exclusive discounts at https://www.dlweekly.net/promos. News: The next two Disneyland After Dark Nites are finally going on sale this week. Starting on Thursday, February 5th, at no earlier than 9am Disneyland time, tickets will be available to the public for Disneyland After Dark: Disney Channel Nite and Star Wars Nite. Tuesday and Wednesday tickets will be open for Magic Key Holders. Disney Channel Nites will take place on April 12th, 14th, and 16th. This year, Penny Proud from “The Proud Family” will join other Disney Channel characters. Star Wars Nites will take place on April 28th, and 30th, and May 4th, and 6th. Tickets are still available for Disneyland After Dark: 70 Years of Favorites on March 3rd and 5th. – https://www.micechat.com/430670-disneyland-news-bus-shutdown-dca-25-anniversary-after-dark-dates/ The Anaheim Transportation Network, which runs the Anaheim Regional Transportation – or ART service, along with the Eve service to John Wayne Airport, and the FRAN or Free Rides Around the Neighborhood service, will be winding down service by March 31. Not only do the ART busses service a lot of the area hotels, but they also transport guests from the Toy Story Parking Lot to the resort. This leaves guests needing to walk, take a ride share, or rent a car to get from their hotels to the resort. Disneyland said in a statement that they are aware of the situation and are actively exploring next steps. – https://www.laughingplace.com/disney-parks/atn-shutting-down-march-2026/ https://www.micechat.com/430670-disneyland-news-bus-shutdown-dca-25-anniversary-after-dark-dates/ In just a few days on February 8th, Disney California Adventure will turn 25! To celebrate, park guests will get a commemorative park map while supplies last. Starting February 6th, a Pal-A-Round popcorn bucket will be available that lights up and looks like the Pal-A-Round. Soarin' Over California is also returning until July 1, when the new Soarin' Across America will premiere. Mickey and Minnie will also get a new outfit, inspired by the Sunshine Plaza, which stood where Buena Vista Street does today. – https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/california-adventure-25th-anniversary-offerings/?CMP=SOC-DPFY26Q2wo0129260009G Celebrate Soulfully returns this year with Celebrate Gospel concerts in Downtown Disney on February 20th and 21st, and February 27th and 28th. New this year, a heritage trail across the resort will celebrate influential Black leaders, artists, and thinkers. On Main Street, Disney Legend Martha Blanding, whose book is our book club pick, musician Scott Joplin, and Frederick Douglass will be honored in a window. Other honorees are locatred in New Orleans Square, look for Disney animator Ron Husband. At Tiana's Palace, Leah Chase, the inspiration for Tiana is celebrated. In Tomorrowland, former astronaut Guion S. Bluford Jr., and in Frontierland, musician Dom Flemons. Over in DCA, on Buena Vista Street, Disney Legend Floyd Norman, in Hollywood Land Austin Taylor, Disney Visual Effects Animator Marlon West, Disney Lightning Supervisor Olun Riley, and Imagineer and Inventor Lanny Smoot. Contemporary artist Nikkolas Smith will be honored at the Downtown Disney Stage. – https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/ways-to-experience-celebrate-soulfully-this-black-history-month-at-disney-parks/ https://www.micechat.com/430670-disneyland-news-bus-shutdown-dca-25-anniversary-after-dark-dates/ A slow moving refurbishment in Downtown Disney is finally making some progress. The walls on the left side of the Lego store has finally come out from behind construction walls. The new Prince Philip fighting dragon Maleficent looks great, even though the base is not make of Lego bricks. The area also has some permanent umbrellas and creator space for guests. – https://www.micechat.com/430670-disneyland-news-bus-shutdown-dca-25-anniversary-after-dark-dates/ In Avengers Campus, the Ancient Sanctum has been quiet since the Doctor Strange show ended there last year. There are now pop up experiences like that are showing up in the Sanctum, like a story time with Loki and Thor. This is similar to the story time with Deadpool, but more family friendly. There is no schedule for these events. – https://www.micechat.com/430670-disneyland-news-bus-shutdown-dca-25-anniversary-after-dark-dates/ SnackChat: Salt n Straw Chocolatiers Series – https://www.micechat.com/430670-disneyland-news-bus-shutdown-dca-25-anniversary-after-dark-dates/ Discussion Topic: Disney's New Leadership with Alex Earnings call recap and new CEO thoughts – https://thewaltdisneycompany.com/news/disney-q1-earnings-2026/ Where Disney Is Headed In Its Next Century – https://youtu.be/8lfBScCk6R0?si=3t1wFD7AxzDsRlpG Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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