More New Star Tours Characters Revealed in New Toys

From StarWars.com:

Two new packages of Star Wars figures exclusive to the Disney Parks should be arriving just in time for Star Tours: The Adventures Continue!

The top row of action figures is the Star Tours Ambush Pack. Among the figures are two of the new Skytroopers, Darth Vader on a platform, and bounty hunter Boba Fett. This is representing the run-in with the Sith Lord guests will have in the attraction.

The bottom line is the Star Tours Travel Agency Pack. Among the figures are pilot C-3PO, Aly San San and the pilot guests are supposed to have, ACE. The figures also give us an early look at two new characters, a luggage droid and another pilot, possibly from one of the rival Starspeeder services. If that’s not enough, there’s even some space luggage!

More New Star Tours Characters Revealed in New Toys

From StarWars.com:

Two new packages of Star Wars figures exclusive to the Disney Parks should be arriving just in time for Star Tours: The Adventures Continue!

The top row of action figures is the Star Tours Ambush Pack. Among the figures are two of the new Skytroopers, Darth Vader on a platform, and bounty hunter Boba Fett. This is representing the run-in with the Sith Lord guests will have in the attraction.

The bottom line is the Star Tours Travel Agency Pack. Among the figures are pilot C-3PO, Aly San San and the pilot guests are supposed to have, ACE. The figures also give us an early look at two new characters, a luggage droid and another pilot, possibly from one of the rival Starspeeder services. If that’s not enough, there’s even some space luggage!

Mickey and Minnie Moving Out

In honor of the closure of Mickey’s Toontown Fair, which has existed in some fashion at the Magic Kingdom since 1988, here are a few pictures of how Mickey and Minnie spent their last day in their old home:

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Goodbye Toontown!

Disney Store Online Inventory Update

Here is a quick look at some new and still available Vinylmation at the Disney Store Online

Bacon just became available today online and at D-Street. Maria Clapsis’s Orange Bear was also released today and is in stores and online.
Simba was at D-Street today, but reports say it always read “Sold Out” online despite the listing. Update 2/12/11: Check comments below.
Might be your last chance to grab some Toy Story. They have been out of the stores for months, but have recently popped up… not only a D-Street, but inside the theme parks and now online.
Disnyland Ticket booklet sets pops on and off line from time to time. It’s there today.
Urban 3 recently saw a price drop to $5.99… some boxes and cases are still out there.
Also of note:
– Disney advertises the code above to use at checkout to save on shipping… But check the comments below… we also got a tip that the code SHIPONLINE works for FREE!!!!!! shipping on orders over $50. That sounds better than $5 off… so give that one a try first. Thanks DDuck4Life.
– 9″ Mad Hatter, 3″ Dormouse figures still available online only
– 11 of the 12 Flags are online… USA is the only country not listed.
– Animation 1 single boxes and cases for sale online
– Villains 1 single boxes and cases for sale online

“Walk of Magical Memories” Tiles To Be Discontinued

From The Art of Disney Website:

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Over the last 11 years, Disney’s “Walk of Magical Memories,” the personalized commemorative paving stones between the main entrances to Disneyland® and Disney California Adventure™ parks, have offered guests an opportunity to be a part of Disneyland Resort history. As we continue to evaluate our offerings throughout the Resort, we have made the decision to no longer continue the Disney’s “Walk of Magical Memories” program. Beginning February 28, 2011, the Disneyland® Resort will no longer offer sponsorship of a Disney’s “Walk of Magical Memories” paving stone. Existing stones will continue to receive general maintenance, as necessary.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. Why has sponsorship for Disney’s “Walk of Magical Memories” paving stone program ended?
A: As we continue to evaluate our offerings throughout the Resort, we have made the decision to no longer continue the Disney’s “Walk of Magical Memories” program.

Q: Is there a way Disney can place me on the “waiting list” if new paving stones become available?
A: A wait list is not available.

Q: Are there any plans to remove or relocate Disney’s “Walk of Magical Memories” paving stones?
A: At this time, there are no plans to remove or relocate the paving stones.

For more information visit The Art of Disney Website

A “Star-Studded” Cast for Star Tours: The Adventures Continue

From the Disney Parks Blog:

One of our goals for the new Star Tours show was to pack as much Star Wars into the attraction as possible. That meant traveling to different planets, and meeting up with classic characters from the saga.

Of course you already know that R2-D2 and C-3PO are back, reprising their roles in the pre-show, and taking on bigger roles (especially C-3PO) in our Starspeeder adventures. And some time ago, we introduced you to two new droids in our show…Star Tours Pilot Ace (AC-38) and Spokesbot Aly San San.

So who else is joining the cast?

Admiral Ackbar

Well, it wouldn’t be a Star Wars adventure without Darth Vader. The Dark Lord of the Sith will be accompanied by legions of stormtroopers and some new “skytroopers,” designed especially for our show. Boba Fett, everyone’s favorite bounty hunter, also will be after us, as well as an assortment of nasty droids and creatures.

Balancing out the villains are some classic good guys – and even a princess! Master Yoda, Admiral Ackbar (pictured above in a still image from Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi) and Princess Leia will appear in the show to help guide our adventures. We may even run into Chewbacca along the way!

Mickey’s Toontown Fair-well

Last night, Mickey’s Toontown Fair hosted a special cast member farewell event. WDWNT Reporter Josh Siegel was on hand for the event and has a very special video to share of the closing ceremony:

A few pieces of news from the video concerning New Fantasyland:
-In Enchated Tales with Belle, guests will have 12 minutes of interaction with characters
-The Seven Dwarfs’ Mine Train will have 2 lift-hills, a mine scene with millions of gems, and will rock guests back and forth through the landscape.

Stay tuned to WDW News Today for more information on the Fantasyland Expansion as it becomes available.