VIDEO: Benicio Del Toro (A.K.A the Collector) Presents A Look Inside Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission Breakout

WDWNT on May 31, 2017

Just recently, the Collector made a little trip to the Disneyland Resort. Here is Benicio Del Toro, the actor who portrays him in the Guardians of the Galaxy Universe as he shares his excitement for the new ride coming to the Disneyland Resort in this video from the Disney Parks Blog:

Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout opens May 27th at the Disneyland Resort in California Adventure.

Cars 3 Preview Racing to Hollywood Studios, California Adventure

WDWNT on May 8, 2017

Beginning May 12th at Disney’s California Adventure Park inside of the Bug’s Life Theater, and beginning May 26th at Disney’s Hollywood Studios inside of One Man’s Dream, Lightning McQueen will be making a pitstop to showcase a special preview of the upcoming movie Cars 3. Artwork and maquettes from the production will also be on display.

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Cars 3 will be racing into theaters across America beginning June 16th, 2017.

Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales Preview Coming to Disney Parks

WDWNT on April 19, 2017

As the excitement builds for Disney’s next movie, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales, starting April 21st, One Man’s Dream in Hollywood Studios  as well as Sunset Showcase Theater at California Adventure will be showcasing a brief 10 minute clip of the film. Not only that, but on all the Disney Cruise Line ships you can expect a preview of the movie on select sailings this summer.

Disney has also released some new movie posters for the upcoming film, which includes shots of the characters themselves.

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Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales hits theaters May 26th, 2017.

Annual Passholder “AP Days” Event Coming to the Disneyland Resort This Fall, Includes Guardians Ride Preview

WDWNT on September 2, 2016

AP Days will return this Fall at Disney California Adventure to celebrate Annual Passholders with special experiences and giveaways. The various events will take place over two phases from September 6 –October 2, 2016.

AP Days, Fall 2016 at the Disneyland Resort

AP Days, Fall 2016 at the Disneyland Resort

Part 1, taking place Sept 6-18 will be themed to Halloweentime and will include:

  • AP Days Showcase – Stage 12 in Hollywoodland
    • Character Meet & Greet inside Stage 12 with Wizard Donald and Skeleton Goofy
    • A Showcase of Halloweentime décor from Horticulture, Resort Enhancement, and Food & Beverage (weekends)
    • A showcase of up and coming content for the Resort (Guardians, Main Street Electrical Parade, Food & Wine, and More to be Announced)
    • Information Center for amenity distribution, AP Days questions
    • Activity tables with coloring sheets
    • Complimentary water
  • AP Days Welcome Center -Paradise Gardens Gazebo
    • Vacation Planning Ticketing Cart for renewals/activations
    • AP-branded photo-op
    • Button distribution
    • Social Media presence to promote @DisneylandAP and Pin Trading
Button designs for phase 1 of AP Days, Fall 2016

Button designs for phase 1 of AP Days, Fall 2016

  • Passholder Offerings
    • Unique artwork button by artist Jeff Granito
    • Free recipe cards (Pumpkin Twists, Pumpkin Bread, Rosemary Lamb Chops, and Sweet Potato Biscuits)
    • AP Days inspired menu items at Paradise Gardens and Schmoozies (Specialty Pizza, Mickey Mouse cupcake at Paradise Garden, Malibu Mocha drink at Schmoozies)
    • Exclusive Merchandise at Seaside Souvenirs and Studio Store
    • PhotoPass special discount offers
    • ‘More or Less’ and ‘Fall Mystery Shopper’ AP Adventure Activities
AP Days Exclusive Merchandise

AP Days Exclusive Merchandise

AP Days, Fall 2016 at the Disneyland Resort

AP Days, Fall 2016 at the Disneyland Resort

Part 2 taking place Sept 19-Oct 2 will focus on Fall Holidays and Thanksgiving:

  • AP Days Showcase -Stage 12 Patio
    • Character Meet & Greet inside Stage 12 with Pocahontas & Meeko and Liberty Square Minnie
    • A Showcase of Fall/Thanksgiving décor and offerings from Horticulture, Resort Enhancement, and Food & Beverage (weekends)
    • A showcase of up and coming content for the Resort (Guardians, Main Street Electrical Parade, Food & Wine, and More to be Announced)
    • Information Center for amenity distribution, AP Days questions
    • Activity tables for coloring
    • Complimentary water
  • AP Days Welcome Center -Paradise Gardens Gazebo
    • Vacation Planning Ticketing Cart for renewals/activations
    • AP-branded photo-op
    • Button distribution•Social Media presence to promote @DisneylandAP, and Pin Trading
Button designs for phase 1 of AP Days, Fall 2016

Button designs for phase 1 of AP Days, Fall 2016

  • Passholder Offerings
    • Unique artwork button by artist Jeff Granito
    • Recipe cards to be distributed at Paradise Gardens (Choux Fritters, Yukon Potato Stack, Choc PB French Toast, Mickey Mouse Beignets
    • AP Days inspired menu items at Paradise Gardens and Schmoozies (Specialty Pizza, Mickey Mouse cupcake at Paradise Garden, Malibu Mocha drink at Schmoozies)
    • Exclusive Merchandise at Seaside Souvenirs and Studio Store
    • PhotoPass special discount offers
    • ‘I Spy with My Disney Eye’ and ‘WEAR In the World?’ AP Adventures Activities
Buttons guests can receive for carpooling

Buttons guests can receive for carpooling

There is also a carpooling incentive for annual passholders during this period:

  • All Annual Passholders who arrive with 3+ in their vehicle will receive half-price parking ($9)
  • Annual Passholders with 4+ in their vehicle will receive free parking
  • All APs with 4+ per vehicle will receive a special AP button

While AP Days for Fall 2016 have not yet been announced by the Disneyland Resort, a formal announcement should be coming later this week.

Disneyland accepting online dining reservations starting October 3rd

WDWNT on October 29, 2013

The Disneyland Resort has just announced that you will be able to request your advanced dining reservations to your favorite resort restaurants online starting October 3rd, 2013.  With the famous Walt Disney World style online reservation system finally coming to Disneyland, the e-mail reservation system will no longer be offered.  Those wishing to call for dining reservations can still do so through the number (714) 781-DINE.

Note, that Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, Pirate’s League and Studio Disney 365 will still need to be reserved through the phone by calling (714) 781-STYLE.  Disney also charges a $10 per person fee if a guest does not show up for their reservation or if the reservation isn’t canceled the day before.  You will be able to cancel your reservation online as well.

You will be able to make your online reservations HERE.

Those familiar to reserving though the Walt Disney World reservation system have long awaited this at the Disneyland Resort and know the ease and convenience it brings will only add to the overall enjoyment of your visit.

Tim Alcoser’s 7/27/2013 Disneyland Resort Photo Report

WDWNT on August 7, 2013

Disneyland News Today Reporter Tim Alcoser was at the Disneyland Resort on Saturday, July 27th and snapped a few shots around the parks.  Not too much happening at the Disneyland Resort in terms of news at the moment, but Anaheim will be abuzz in less than 2 weeks with D23.  In any case work on Big Thunder appears to be on the downhill and Disney’s Planes merchandise has shown up at resort merchandise locations:

The Flying Carpet has been back for several weeks to the surprise of both new and old guests at Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular

On this photo report, I thought i’d take you for a spin on California Screamin’ for those who never been…or don’t want to

From the main lift hill you can see the Matterhorn and it’s bigger brother, Mt. Baldy far off.

Back over at Disneyland, we have Mickey’s Soundsational Parade in progress

A cast member tells Burt he will have to go on without Mary Poppin’s since her horse has broke down.  What will he do?

Laugh.

The parade must go on.  They escort the horse out and continue the floats.

No need to worry.  Mary Poppins rode on the main float instead.

Just a few snapshots of the All-American College Band

Big Thunder Trail has been closed again, but most of the scaffolding has been taken down at Big Thunder Mountain

New sign posted instructing guests how to reach some favorite destinations

Here is some of the new Disney Planes merchandise you’ll find at Big Top Toys on Buena Vista Street.  You’ll also find them at Sarge’s Surplus Hut and the Emporium

This is an Antenna topper

Thanks for reading! Stay with WDW News Today as we bring you complete coverage of all the exciting news out of D23 next month!

Tim Alcoser’s 6-29-13 Disneyland Photo Report

WDWNT on July 17, 2013

Disneyland News Today Reporter Tim Alcoser visited the Disneyland Resort on Saturday (6/29) and caught a few bits of news in and around the resort.

The Steam Engine from the upcoming film, The Lone Ranger, is on display east of the Esplanade at Disneyland’s East Transportation Center.

A fairly obvious hidden mickey is seen inside the cab of the engine.  I wonder if you will be able to see it in the movie…?

A closer look.

It’s a real Steam Train.  Not just a movie prop.

With 4th of July almost here, many guests are stopping to enjoy the Flag Retreat ceremony.

Over at Disney California Adventure, Sir Tow Mater takes a stroll towards Carsland.

Radiator Springs Racers was down for awhile when I dropped by.

Here’s another look at the holiday decorations on Buena Vista Street.  Buena Vista Street is all set to celebrate it’s second Independence Day!

“We sell hats…and not much else…”

With Summer in full swing comes the return of an annual guest favorite.  The All American College Band.

The band is very talented and always draws huge crowds.

A look at Main Street USA, finally cooling off after a heat wave rolled across much of the state.

80z All Star Band played 80’s favorites all evening long.

The large crane that was rebuilding Big Thunder’s track has been long gone.  But basic renovations of the landscape still go on.

Magical! Fireworks Spectacular.

What Disney day is complete without Fantasmic?

Lasers, lights, fireworks and smoke.  Hope you enjoyed the report!

Special Eats Part of Monstrous All-Nighter Fun at Disney Parks

WDWNT on June 4, 2013

Unique food, treats and snacks are being added to many locations around the Disneyland Resort for the Monstrous all-nighter event and Disney is sharing a few of these items to whet our appetite.

Of course the Disney chefs had to get in on the Memorial Day weekend fun to kick off a Monstrous Summer at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. Magic Kingdom Park, Disneyland park and Disney California Adventure park will stay open from 6 a.m., May 24, to 6 a.m. May 25, – which gives us 24 hours to nosh our way through the delightful bites.

We won’t give away all the ideas the chefs have planned, but here are a few:

                                                              

The cupcake craze gets a nod at Gaston’s Tavern in New Fantasyland in Magic Kingdom Park, with a chocolate cupcake topped with tasty “Monsters University” sweets. And we can’t resist the “Eye Scream Sundae” at Plaza Ice Cream Parlor and Plaza Restaurant in two flavors – mint chocolate chip or strawberry.

The Launching Pad in Tomorrowland will have two theme drinks, Randall’s Suds and Mike’s Punch.

At the Disneyland Resort, tasty treats are everywhere. From a steak and eggs breakfast at Carnation Café in Disneyland park to a Monster Nacho Dog at Award Weiners at Disney California Adventure park, there are dozens of creations added to menus. We expect lots of guests will be looking for early-morning eats, like the breakfast pizza at Redd’s Pizza Port with eggs, chorizo, roasted tomatillos, mozzarella and pico de gallo. Blue Bayou is adding roasted bourbon shrimp stuffed with Dungeness crab mousse served with spinach, pasta and smoked tomato-habanero-artichoke sauce. Café Orleans has decadent bananas Foster French toast, or, if you must behave, fresh fruit with yogurt and granola.

For breakfast goodies at Disney California Adventure park, Golden Vine Winery Trattoria has a Wine Country breakfast with scrambled eggs, herbed potatoes, biscuit, bacon or sausage and fruit; or spinach frittata made with egg whites. For around-the-clock eating, the potstickers are back at Lucky Fortune Cookery, or head to Pacific Wharf Café for a hearty loaded baked potato soup in a fresh sourdough bread bowl.

Oh, there’s so much more, like the mac-and-cheese flatbread pizza with sun-dried tomato pesto at Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta, or the Monstrous Open-Face Turkey Sandwich at Flo’s V-8 Café (brioche piled high with turkey and topped with gravy, cranberry marmalade on the side).

Come hungry, and you can bet there are plenty of delicious eats to keep you going around the clock.

Attending a 24 hour event may be just cause for being tired, but one thing is for sure, you won’t be hungry.

‘Eye-mazing’ Merchandise for Monstrous Summer All-Night Party on May 24, 2013

WDWNT on June 4, 2013

I can’t wait for the upcoming all-night party that will kick off a Monstrous Summer at Disney Parks on May 24, 2013. I had a blast at last year’s 24-hour party with my fiancée, so I imagine this one will be even more “eye-mazing!” As part of Limited Time Magic, Disney Theme Park Merchandise has created some commemorative items featuring Mike Wazowski and James P. Sullivan, stars of Disney•Pixar’s upcoming film “Monsters University.” Here are some things you can expect starting May 24.

We will have a new logo shirt featuring Mike, created just for the 24 hour party. The shirts will be similar on each coast except for a small logo change on the sleeve (either “Magic Kingdom” for guests in Florida or “Disneyland Resort” for guests in California). This shirt will also be offered on our Disney Parks online store from May 24-27 at http://www.DisneyStore.com/ParkEvents. (Please note that items will be shipped in 6-8 weeks from time of order.)

My favorite items are the Sulley-inspired Disney ear hat (it’s furry!) and Mike’s one-eyed novelty sunglasses. We will also be offering an embroidered Disney ear hat with a “Monstrous Summer” logo that day.

The apparel, ear hats and sunglasses will be released at the Emporium and select locations in Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort. At Disneyland Resort, look for these items in Emporium at Disneyland park and Elias & Co. at Disney California Adventure park, among other select locations.

The Consumables team will offer some treats inspired by Mike and Sulley, including blue and green cotton candy, cake pops, and decorative candy apples. My favorite (mostly because they gave me a sample to try) is the delicious cupcake complete with green icing and a chocolate logo square. Look for select goodies in locations like the Main Street Confectionery in Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort, Candy Palace at Disneyland park or Trolley Treats at Disney California Adventure park.

All of these items will be available for a “limited time” only beginning May 24, while supplies last.

Finally, I invite you to follow the Disney Parks Blog on May 24, as I will be traveling coast-to-coast to party in three Disney Parks that day. I look forward to seeing friends on both the east and west coasts! If you are in the parks, please say hello!

Looks like the Disneyland Resort will have you covered from head to toe with merchandise and limited time gear, and well fed too.

Conner Purzycki’s 12/27/12 DLR Photo Report

WDWNT on December 31, 2012

Conner went to the Disneyland resort and captured some crowded magic.

 


 

A friendly reminder if you are attending New Years Eve at the Disneyland Resort, be prepared for crowds. Also, special viewing area is available for those who have glow with the show ears.

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