Star Wars Land Is Going To Be Out Of This World
Author: Chris Nichols
Dateline: December 28, 2018
Posted: December 30, 2018
Six years after the Walt Disney Company purchased the rights to Star Wars from George Lucas, the Burbank media conglomerate is bringing the planet Batuu to life at Disneyland. More than 5,000 workers are transforming 14 acres of the park-stables, backstage areas, a big ole chunk of Frontierland-into Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge (set to open this summer), focusing not only on the newly invented planet's topography but also creating its history, sociology, and geography. With
Holiday Happenings At Disneyland
Author: Genie Davis
Dateline: December 27, 2018
Posted: December 30, 2018
Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park are both in the forefront of theme park holiday activities, with new attractions, new decor, and inclusive events celebrating a wide range of seasonal experiences.
At Disneyland, the attention to detail is in its decorations, and their elaborate construction is a big part of the draw for park guests. According the Walt Disney Imagineering part director Kim Irvine "We are the only theme park in California that has this
Walt Disney Deserves Credit For Our Progress On The Moon And Mars Not Just Mickey Mouse
Author: Jim Denney
Dateline: December 21, 2018
Posted: December 30, 2018
If the creator of Mickey Mouse had never been born, we might not have landed men on the Moon or sent robots to Mars. As a boy, Walt Disney was fascinated with the futuristic tales of Jules Verne and H.G. Wells. As an adult, his passion for the future intensified.
In the early 1950s, as Walt prepared to build Disneyland, he read a series of articles in Collier's magazine on the future of space travel. Contributors to the Collier's series included spaceflight
What Disneyland Is Really Like On Christmas According To Former Employees
Author: Marilyn La Jeunesse
Dateline: December 20, 2018
Posted: December 28, 2018
You would think that combining the happiest place on Earth with the perfect amount of tinsel and yuletide cheer would make Disneyland an ideal place to spend Christmas. As it turns out, that's not always the case.
Sure, Mickey and friends dressed head to toe in holiday garb, a 60-foot tall Christmas tree, and endless holiday songs enchanting the park is the epitome of everything the holiday should be, but with long lines and unimaginably large crowds, some former
What To Eat At Tropical Hideaway New Tiki Fast Casual Restaurant
Author: Carlye Wisel
Dateline: December 20, 2018
Posted: December 28, 2018
Bao buns, cold ramen noodles, and raspberry flavored soft-serve are on the menu at Disneyland's newest eatery, Tropical Hideaway, which opens Friday, December 21. Most recently an Aladdin-themed character restaurant, the space draws upon its early 90s heritage as the Tahitian Terrace. The space is oozing with tiki charm, complete with torch-lined pathways and a waterfall entryway.
The menu is inspired by the "tropical rivers of the world," particularly the
I Went To Disneyland By Myself For The Holidays And Felt Everything But Alone
Author: Rachel Chapman
Dateline: December 19, 2018
Posted: December 28, 2018
Other than going back to Florida, the one place that makes me feel at home for the holidays is Disneyland. It really is the best time to go to the most magical place on Earth. There are lights everywhere, festive foods to enjoy, and your favorite characters are dressed in their holiday best. I love Christmastime at the parks. Most of my friends with annual passes are blocked out this time of year, so I went to Disneyland by myself for the holidays, and surprisingly had
Newest Food Option The Tropical Hideaway Is Finally Open And Here Is What It Looks Like
Author: Marla Jo Fisher
Dateline: December 19, 2018
Posted: December 28, 2018
It might be true that nothing at Disneyland these days is really hidden away, not with record crowds, but it's still worth checking out the newest eatery, called the Tropical Hideaway.
Sandwiched in between the Enchanted Tiki Room and the Jungle Cruise, this new outdoor dining spot provides a rustic river-view deck and iron tables and chairs, along with an experience designed to thrust you in the mood for adventurous locales.
It's officially scheduled to open
Santa Claus Fell Out Of His Sleigh During A Parade This Weekend
Author: Marla Jo Fisher
Dateline: December 17, 2018
Posted: December 20, 2018
Parades are an everyday staple at Disneyland but this is something you just don't see: Santa Claus falling out of his sleigh.
But that's what happened during Saturday's "A Christmas Fantasy" afternoon parade, when the sleigh apparently broke and sent him down. Luckily, like other parade performers, he was wearing a safety harness, so he wasn't injured but was just stuck there until he could be rescued. According to social media posts of the event, it looks like it
Here Is What The New Tropical Hideaway In Adventureland Looks Like
Author: Marla Jo Fisher
Dateline: December 11, 2018
Posted: December 15, 2018
The tiki torches are lit and the tables are ready. Now, get ready for some outdoor dining overlooking the Jungle Cruise, as Disneyland's Tropical Hideaway prepares to open for business.
This new eatery will serve grab-and-go exotic foods such as warm bao buns with spiced vegetable, kaffir lime chicken and bulgogi beef fillings, ramen salad, spring rolls with cream cheese and pineapple and more.
People will sit on a rustic, aged-looking outdoor deck that looks
Fans Happy That The Park Is Cracking Down On Resellers
Author: Marla Jo Fisher
Dateline: December 10, 2018
Posted: December 15, 2018
Most Disney fans seemed pleased Monday that Disneyland is taking action to limit the ability of people to buy merchandise inside the parks and then sell it at a markup.
So-called personal shoppers and flippers, who buy special limited-edition merchandise that's only sold inside the parks and then resell it immediately, frustrate other Disney fans who complain they wait in long lines at the parks and still sometimes can't buy collectible items because they're
Millennium Falcon Has Landed
Author: Luke Y. Thompson
Dateline: December 08, 2018
Posted: December 15, 2018
The reality of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland just got a lot more real. That right there is the fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy, as it now appears in solid, full-sized form in Anaheim, California's flagship theme park. As with the Haunted Mansion, we suspect most of the actual ride - dubbed "Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run" - will be contained within the building behind and under it, but the presence of one of the true stars of the Star Wars saga in a 1:1
Mary Poppins Returns Art Exhibit Brings Film Costumes And Props
Author: Brady Macdonald
Dateline: December 06, 2018
Posted: December 15, 2018
The Art of Mary Poppins Returns gallery exhibit at the Disneyland Opera House is the practically perfect place to find costumes, props, memorabilia and concept art from the combination live action-animated film sequel coming to movie theaters this Christmas season.
The limited-time exhibit featuring items from the London sets and Shepperton Studios sound stages where the movie musical was filmed is now open in the lobby of the Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln theater
How Long Will You Have To Wait In Line To Ride New Millennium Falcon Attraction
Author: Brady Macdonald
Dateline: December 06, 2018
Posted: December 13, 2018
The Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run flight simulator coming to Star Wars: Galaxy Edge this summer will only have enough capacity to allow about half the people that visit Disneyland on a typical day to ride the highly anticipated new attraction.
Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run will accommodate up to 1,800 riders per hour when the new 14-acre themed land opens in summer 2019 at the Anaheim theme park. That works out to as many as 28,800 daily riders on
Cooling Tower Was Likely Source Of All 22 Legionnaires Cases Official Testifies
Author: Soumya Karlamangla
Dateline: December 04, 2018
Posted: December 13, 2018
A cooling tower at Disneyland was the likely source for all 22 cases in a Legionnaires' disease outbreak last year near the theme park, an Orange County health official testified Tuesday.
Most of those who fell ill visited the park in the fall of 2017. Disneyland has denied it was the source, pointing to three infected people who had been in Anaheim but not at Disneyland. One of them died.
Dr. Matthew Zahn, medical director for epidemiology at the Orange
24 Surprising Things About Disneyland We Did Not Know But Should
Author: Tae Haahr
Dateline: December 02, 2018
Posted: December 13, 2018
Disneyland is said to be the "Happiest Place on Earth." For one day (or several depending on your trip schedule) people of all ages from toddlers to seniors can have fun, let loose and become a kid again. It's a place filled with magic, music, your favourite characters and rides to fit whatever you're in the mood for.
It opened its doors on July 17, 1955, and was the masterpiece of Walt Disney's magical empire. In its first week, Disneyland reported having 150,000
Why Disneyland Is the Best Place On Earth To Celebrate The Holidays
Author: Carlye Wisel
Dateline: December 01, 2018
Posted: December 13, 2018
Unless you nab a ticket to the North Pole, there's no better place to celebrate winter than at Disneyland Resort. Holiday time at the parks is so much more than Christmas trees, parades and hugs from Santa Goofy - which happens to be a very real thing. Between the nightly snowfall, majestic gingerbread houses and celebrations of every seasonal holiday beyond just Christmas, there's plenty worth coming back for time and time again. Thankfully, holidays magically last
Millennium Falcon Construction Complete At Star Wars Galaxys Edge In Disneyland
Author: Brady Macdonald
Dateline: November 29, 2018
Posted: December 04, 2018
Crews have completed exterior construction of the Millennium Falcon spaceship that will serve as the centerpiece of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge when the themed land debuts at Disneyland next summer, according to recently released aerial images.
All that's missing now is some blast damage and the fastest hunk o' junk in the galaxy will be ready for its close-up. Aerial photos taken by James Baker of Rogue Aviation show the most iconic ship in the Star Wars universe
Its A Small World Holiday At Disneyland Is Filled With Magical Details Heres A Closer Look
Author: Sean Sposato
Dateline: November 29, 2018
Posted: December 03, 2018
Celebrate the holidays at one of Disneyland Resort's most iconic attractions as it transforms its façade and receives a festive seasonal overlay that could put any grinch in the Christmas spirit. Fantasyland's seasonal it's a small world Holiday offers season's greetings from more than 300 children around the world in addition to many smaller yuletide details that makes "the happiest cruise that ever sailed" become just a little more jolly. Take an in-depth look at the
Q And A With The Team Behind All The Holiday Decorations
Author: Michelle Pagaran
Dateline: November 29, 2018
Posted: December 03, 2018
Walking down Main Street during the holidays is always a heart-warming feeling. But behind the twinkling, towering Christmas tree and the Mickey-shaped garlands is an entire team of cast members who handcraft every bow and ornament. We talked to Alecia Keen and Cathy Carson who are part of the Holiday Services team about what it takes to transform the resort into a winter wonderland every year.
What do you take into consideration, in terms of designing decor for
How To See And Hear The 2018 Candlelight Ceremony This Weekend
Author: Brady Macdonald
Dateline: November 27, 2018
Posted: December 03, 2018
There's still an opportunity to see and hear the 2018 Candlelight Ceremony at Disneyland this weekend even if you still haven't received your VIP invitation yet.
The 600-member candlelight choir will parade down Main Street U.S.A. on Saturday and Sunday for two performances each night in Disneyland's Town Square. Expect the main entrance to the Anaheim theme park to be busy and crowded both nights between 5 and 9 p.m.
The Disneyland Candlelight Ceremony
Mickey Mouse At 90 An Inside Look At Disneyland And The Celebration
Author: Dr. Nancy Berk
Dateline: November 23, 2018
Posted: December 04, 2018
He may be perpetually young at heart, but Mickey Mouse is 90 years old. Still delighting kids of all ages, the Walt Disney creation has no plans to wrap up his birthday celebration any time soon, as the festivities continue into in 2019 at Disneyland Resort. We caught up with Robyn Vossen, general manager of Disneyland Entertainment Operations, to find out more about Mickey's party plans, how the magic is made and strategies for streamlining your Disneyland visits.
Disneyland After Darks 2019 Dates Include A 90s Nite And Sweethearts Nite For Grownup Fans
Author: Brandi Neal
Dateline: November 22, 2018
Posted: December 03, 2018
No matter how old you are, you likely have some sort of Disney memory that makes you wax nostalgic for your childhood. And while a trip to Disneyland is always a hard yes, Disneyland After Dark's 2019 dates are the stuff your Disney princess and '90s-kid dreams are made of. "Disneyland After Dark - a special after-hours parks experience featuring unique entertainment, specialty food, collectible merchandise, and more - returns in 2019 with two fun-filled events:
Disney Afternoon Avenue Is Coming Back
Author: Robert Niles
Dateline: November 21, 2018
Posted: December 03, 2018
'The Disney Afternoon Avenue' is coming back to Disneyland
Grow up in the '90s? Did you visit Disneyland then? If so, you might remember "The Disney Afternoon Avenue," the walkway between Fantasyland and Toontown that Disney themed to its line-up of late-afternoon cartoons, including DuckTales, Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers, and TaleSpin.
Ya miss it? Because it's coming back for one night only.
Disneyland today announced its next two "Disneyland After
These Vintage Disneyland Photos Will Let You See the Park Through Walts Eyes
Author: Carlye Wisel
Dateline: November 20, 2018
Posted: December 02, 2018
You can't build a time machine to visit Disneyland's opening day, but "Walt Disney's Disneyland," the new Taschen book by Chris Nichols, details enough of the park's origins to make you feel like you've been transported back to 1955.
Diving into the history of Walt Disney's park with mesmerizing behind-the-scenes photos of the first rides and earliest attendees, it's the stories that reign supreme, with tales of personal experiences and unexpected influences from
John Williams Will Compose The Score For Disneyland Galaxy Edge Park
Author: Herb Scribner
Dateline: November 20, 2018
Posted: December 02, 2018
The new Disneyland park "Star Wars: Galaxy Edge" will come with a familiar soundtrack.
John Williams will provide the score for the theme park, Entertainment Weekly reports. Disney released a preview of music from the London Symphony Orchestra of what songs will play at the park, which also shows off some of the park's newest elements.
Review: "The score is epic and sweeping, and it certainly feels like it belongs to the 'Star Wars' universe," according to The
Mickey Mouse Nighttime Show Coming
Author: Marla Jo Fisher
Dateline: November 18, 2018
Posted: December 02, 2018
Disney is bringing an all-new nighttime show to Disneyland starting in January that features Mickey and Minnie Mouse, including projections, lighting and lasers. This show will only feature fireworks "on select nights," according to the press release, unlike the current schedule which has fireworks nightly, weather permitting.
The new show will launch Jan. 18 and include a new song, "It's a Good Time." It's being billed as a family fun dance party throughout the
Details Released On Disneyland's Planned Star Wars Galaxys Edge Attractions
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Dateline: November 18, 2018
Posted: December 02, 2018
"Star Wars" fans will soon be able to pilot the Millennium Falcon and face off against Kylo Ren in battle.
Disney on Saturday announced some details of the new "Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge" lands, opening in 2019.
It also announced that composer John Williams, creator of the classic "Star Wars" themes, is writing new music for the "Galaxy's Edge" attractions, and shared a sneak preview.
The two signature attractions of the "lands" now under construction will
New Star Wars Attractions Put Guests Behind The Controls And In Face To Face Battle With Kylo Ren
Author: Sherry Barkas
Dateline: November 17, 2018
Posted: December 02, 2018
Disney revealed some new details about two signature attractions that will be part of the new "Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge," a new land, opening next year at Disneyland.
On "Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run," guests will be able to take the controls in one of three "unique and critical" roles.
On "Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance," guests can join an epic battle between the First Order and the Resistance - including a face-off with Kylo Ren himself.
The
Pirates Of Caribbean Reboot Will Reportedly Follow Another Character From The Ride
Author: Dirk Libbey
Dateline: November 17, 2018
Posted: December 02, 2018
The first Pirates of the Caribbean film took a lot of inspiration from the ride, mostly in the form of making skeleton pirates a major part of the story. Following the franchise's success, many of the characters from the films became part of the ride itself. Now, it appears that Disney may be going back to the ride to look for new inspiration, as a new rumor indicates that the ride's newest character, the female pirate Redd, may be replacing Captain Jack in the rumored
