The international trailer for “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” has so much new footage, it should be classified as the 4th trailer! Check it out:
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Pandora – The World of AVATAR’s boat ride has been mostly a mystery up until this point, but Disney is finally spilling the beans on this family-friendly Animal Kingdom attraction which will be called “Na’vi River Journey”.
The adventure begins as guests set out in canoes and venture down a mysterious, sacred river hidden within the bioluminescent rainforest. The full beauty of Pandora reveals itself as the canoes pass by exotic glowing plants and amazing creatures. The journey culminates in an encounter with a Na’vi shaman, who has a deep connection to the life force of Pandora and sends positive energy out into the forest through her music.
Na’vi River Journey will open along with the Flight of Passage attraction in Pandora – The World of AVATAR in 2017.
If you collect Disney “Tsum Tsum” plush and love Disney Parks, have we got the item for you…
Disney Parks exclusive Tsum Tsum plush will be arriving soon, exclusively at Once Upon a Toy st Disney Springs. They should be arriving at the Disneyland Resort sometime in the future as well.
So, what do you think? Will you be picking these up?
This new TV spot for “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” contains new footage not seen in the most recent trailer! Check it out!
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While we are still waiting for official confirmation from Disney, rumors are circulating that Captain EO starring Michael Jackson may finally close forever on December 6th, 2015.
The attraction returned in 2010 to celebrate the life of Jackson after his passing the year prior. The attraction also returned at 3 other Disney resorts around the world, but has since been closed at all other locations. Captain EO at Epcot closed temporarily earlier this year to accommodate previews of Tomorrowland and Inside Out, but surprisingly returned later in the summer.
It is unknown why the attraction might be closing, but speculation has it that Imagineer Tom Fitzgerald has been tasked with being the leader of a team to overhaul Epcot over the next few years and this could just be one of the early steps in the process. The rumor does not seem to include Journey Into Imagination with Figment, possibly debunking rumors of a makeover for the entire pavilion, but only time will tell.
Stay tuned as we try to get confirmation on this breaking story.
UPDATE:
Disney has updated the Epcot poster to confirm the attraction is indeed closing December 6th:
Captain EO Farewell Mission December 6
Due to overwhelming guest demand, the Force Friday event on September 4, 2015 is now open to Star Wars fans of all ages – and will no longer be a ticketed event.
Guests who attend this midnight release party will be some of the first to find new Star Wars and Star Wars: The Force Awakens themed merchandise. In addition to items guests may find at The Disney Stores and select national retailers, we will be releasing several items found only at Disney Parks including apparel, pins, toys, retail MagicBands (Walt Disney World Resort only), Vinylmation figures, and more. Please note that purchase limits will apply.
Two merchandise locations – World of Disney Store in Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort and Once Upon A Toy in Downtown Disney Marketplace at Walt Disney World Resort – will join stores around the world opening their doors at midnight for a special celebration of all things Star Wars.
Beginning September 3, fans across the world will get a sneak peak of new product inspired by Star Wars: The Force Awakens via the world’s first-ever global live toy unboxing event on the Star Wars YouTube channel. The live stream kicks off with the first unboxing in Sydney, Australia at 7:45 a.m. local time on Thursday, September 3 (5:45 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, September 2), and concludes with a grand finale at Lucasfilm in San Francisco at 8 a.m. PDT (11 a.m. EDT) on Thursday, September 3.
Guests are encouraged to document their experience using the hashtag #ForceFriday.
Source: Disney Parks Blog
Those who signed up and paid for the event in advance were given a full refund, are still receiving the event gift, and will be the very first guests to enter the stores tonight.
Every kid is going to want this toy this Holiday, so expect this to fly off the shelves when it finally comes out. This miniature version of BB-8 from “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” amazingly duplicates almost everything that the real BB-8 can do in “The Force Awakens”. The toy will retail for $150.00 upon release.
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It’s now possible to explore the galaxy with your own trusty Astromech Droid by your side. BB-8 is more than a toy – it’s your companion. Learn more: sphero.com/starwars
Source: Sphero
Hot Toys has just revealed the first line of 1/6th scale premium collectible figures for “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”. The first figures revealed are of Kylo Ren and The First Order Stormtroopers, which will come in two versions, a standard Stormtrooper and a Heavy Gunner Stormtrooper.
Source: Hot Toys Facebook, Superhero Hype
Tokyo DisneySea opened its gate to guests on September 4th, 2001. The most ambitious Disney project at the time. Often referred to as one of the most unique Disney theme parks in the world, it is enjoyed by millions of guests every year. Earlier this year the Oriental Land Company announced a massive expansion to Tokyo DisneySea (along with Tokyo Disneyland). The future looks bright for both of these theme parks.
Before we look into the future, lets remember where Tokyo DisneySea all began. In this 45 minute documentary by the Travel Channel, they explain how this theme park came to fruition, to the challenges the Oriental Land Company faced.
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For more on the 14th anniversary of Tokyo DisneySea, check out TDRExplorer and their extensive coverage.
With Force Friday upon us, Disney Parks has also released many Star Wars: The Force Awakens items that will be exclusive to the resort destinations, so you may want to save up a few more bucks for your next trip if you’re a Star Wars fan
Open edition pin assortment
BB-8 spinning top toy
Limited release Kylo Ren MagicBand
Limited release Stormtrooper Eachez Vinylmation
Build Your Own Lightsaber now features Kylo Ren pieces
A latex creature from The Force Awakens is available
Jakku sand playset is perfect for the beach
There is a new Droid Factory set featuring characters from the new film
Stormtrooper head bank
There is a play-set that allows you to “force push” First Order forces
Mystery pin set
Plenty of Disney Store products are also available through the Disney Parks
And we leave you with this awesome bb-8 light-up necklace which you will certainly see all over the parks after nightfall.
