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Park 9 LE Explained

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Park 9 LE Explained

	9″ The Land Epcot Caley Hicks Release Date: July 20, 2012 Price: $44.95 LE: 1000 Find out about the history of The Land here.
	9″ Feature Animation Building Burback, CA Billy Davis Release Date: July 13, 2012 Price: $44.95 LE: 750 Find out about the history of the Feature Animation Building here.
	9″ Art of Animation Poster Tomorrowland, Disneyland Monty Maldovan Release Date: July 13, 2012 Price: $44.95 LE: 550 Find out about the history of the Art of Animation here.
	9/3 Toy Story Midway Mania Hollywood Studios Lin Shih Release Date: July 20, 2012 Price: $74.95 LE: 1000 The sides feature Woody and Bullseye logos.
	Spaceman and Spacewoman Disneyland Thomas Scott Release Date: August 17, 2010 Price: $26.95 LE: 1750 This set represents the Disneyland Space Man and Women that walked around Tomorrowland meeting with guests. Space was a fascination in the US during the 1950′s and 60′s and these costumed characters entertained guests until about 1967.
	9″/3″ Boardwalk and Swimmer WDW Resort Release Date: August 17, 2012 Price: $74.95 LE: 1000
	9″ Indiana Jones Adventure Disneyland Release Date: August 10, 2012 Price: $44.95 LE: 1000

More Park Photos of Cars Land

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From Paul Hiffmeyer of the Disney Parks Blog:

When night falls in Cars Land, all I can say is “get your camera ready!” For years, I’ve had the pleasure of discovering all the different photographs to be had at the Disneyland Resort once the sun goes down, so having the opportunity to explore all the new photo possibilities in Cars Land at night has been a real treat.

When you enter Cars Land at night, you’re going to want to walk down Route 66 and take in the spectacular lights and neon signs of Radiator Springs.

This photo was taken just outside Radiator Springs Racers. You can really see the shape of the front of a car come into view in the rockwork with the way it is lit at night (the grill to the left, hood ornament on top, and even a wheel well on the right). Be on the look out for more surprises in the rockwork, some things are easy to find and some are a little harder.

This photo is one of my favorites so far. The cars are close and you have great view of the mountain range. It was taken just after sunset and I used a slow shutter speed to show motion.

Check back soon as I will be sharing more photos from inside Cars Land. I’m thinking of sharing some pictures highlighting some of the amazing (and fun) detail you’ll see throughout Radiator Springs.

Park Starz Preview DROPS Into D-Street

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Zoe was walking by the Vinylmation display at D-Street Anaheim today when she spotted this little guy…

It is a Tower of Terror Bellhop in what appears to be the form of a Park Starz. Presumable a design for the Park Starz series 2 (no release date yet). He has a bellhop hat and is holding a suit case. I love him! How exciting is it to get a glimpse into a Future Park Starz series! The idea to go with a ghostly figure over that of a human is a great choice. I’d expect to see Series 2 this fall or winter, in the mean time take a look back at Park Starz Series 1: Explained page and Photoshoot at WDW.

New Models of DCA & Buena Vista Street

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From Jennifer Fickley-Baker at the Disney Parks Blog:

Earlier today, models of New Fantasyland, Cars Land and Buena Vista Street were shared with the media here atWalt Disney World Resort. Photographer Kent Phillips stopped by and snapped these fun shots of the models up close. Enjoy!

For the images of the WDW Fantasyland expansion, please visit the Disney Parks Blog.

New Japan Mickey & Minnie on shelves now

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A tweet by @msackeym shows the new Mickey and Minnie are on shelves at Japan Disney Stores!

Tim Alcoser’s 4/24/2012 DLR Photo Report

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DLNT Photographer Tim Alcoser was at the Disneyland Resort last Tuesday and captured some newsworthy photos around Downtown Disney, The Matterhorn, and Buena Vista Street…

The Lego Store is looking bright

Giant Genie in the middle of the store

Maleficent

The Uva Bar is under refurbishment. The vines that have grown in for the past 10 years are being torn down. I think they look awesome grown in. Shame.

La Brea Bakery

In Disneyland, Matterhorn is looking fantastic

Ropes have been added along the small bridge facing subs.

Tarps are down on the Penny Arcade

Looks bright and fresh

Over in DCA, Trolley Wires!!

In 3D Dec 2010 😉

More facade refurbishment in Hollywoodland

Mad T Party

The Mad T Stage covered the fountain so the Mickey Statue will not be returning this summer

House of Cards

Cars Land entrance

The Bugs Land entrance is getting a facelift

Quick look down Route 66

WOC Maintenance

The new California Screamin’ queue covers are a huge improvement over the old yellow and beige covers

Thanks for reading

Expanded Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor, Penny Arcade, and Candy Palace Re-Opens On May 2nd

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From Erin Glover on the Disney Parks Blog:

Has your sweet tooth been aching during the refurbishment of Candy Palace and Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor on Main Street, U.S.A.? If so, youâll be glad to know that both of these Disneyland park favorites will re-open on May 2!

At the new, expanded candy kitchen inside Candy Palace, you will be able to watch our talented team of Candy Makers create some of your favorite sweet treats right before your eyes. Gourmet and caramel apples, toffee, fudge and other candy classics will line the shelves of this opulent turn-of-the-century location. Take a look at some of the new, special details guests will find at Candy Palace:

Next door, Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor has undergone a transformation to make your ice cream experience easier and more convenient. With more registers and scooping space, you will be able to get your ice cream fix quicker than ever before!

You can get ice cream by the scoop or one of the specialty sundaes, but what Iâm most excited about are the new floats added to the menu â in addition to the traditional root beer float, Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor will offer Coca-Cola floats and Fanta Orange floats.

And you Penny Arcade fans will be pleased to know that the arcade will also re-open on May 2 alongside Candy Palace and Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor.

Carl and Ellie

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Disney has released an image of the Carl and Ellie Up combo set that will be released at Comic Con and online on July 12 for $26.95. It is an LE 2000

This looks like a perfect representation of the two kids who we meet early in the Pixar movie Up. It is one of my favorite movies of all-time and although we only know these characters for a short while, they are two of my favorites. The use of ears is fantastic. Check out Comic-Con Explained for the rest of the lineup.

Some Really Awesome Photos of Cars Land

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Some really awesome photos from Paul Hiffmeyer on the Disney Parks Blog:

Behind the construction walls of Cars Land at Disney California Adventure park, a photographer’s dream is waiting to be discovered. From the awe-inspiring rockwork to the whimsical traces of all the residents of Radiator Springs, there is so much to see (and shoot), that I thought it was time to share some of my favorite photos from this one-of-a-kind place.

When I saw the clouds this day, I knew I had to shoot Ornament Valley. Shooting this location is like being transported to another place.

You can already imagine cars zooming by Willy’s Butte!

The plant life in Cars Land is really amazing. It seems like there are as many photos to take as there are cactus in the valley.

Here is a slightly different angle on the entrance to Radiator Springs Racers that Kathy Mangum shared yesterday. This arch really invites you in to this incredible attraction, not to mention photo location.

Before we leave Cars Land, it seems only fitting to show the statue of Stanley, the founder of Radiator Springs. This location is surely going to be a popular one when Cars Land welcomes guests this summer.

I’ll be sharing more unique photos from “the cutest little town in Carburetor County,” so check back soon!