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News from Disney’s own Park Blog
I am excited to announce a very special event coming to Disneyland Resort. On the weekend of March 17 and 18, Downtown Disney District will host a celebration of creativity in the deaf community – SIGNin’ in the Street. The event will spotlight top performers, interactive workshops, film screenings and appearances by the stars...
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New action figures featuring Disney characters playing characters from the Star Wars universe are due to arrive at Disney Parks in March. We first showed artwork of these figures in August 2010 (good things come to those who wait!). I spoke with Cody Hampton, developer for Toys and Games, to learn about their development....
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While guests are celebrating One More Disney Day at Magic Kingdom Park here in Florida and Disneyland park in California, some of our Walt Disney World Resort guests will be leaping, hopping and jumping at Disney’s Animal Kingdom during a Leap Day event aimed at helping guests learn more about frogs, toads and other...
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In honor of Disney Institute’s 25th anniversary, Disney Publishing Worldwide has released an updated edition of Be Our Guest: Perfecting the Art of Customer Service, the quintessential guide to Disney’s legendary customer service. Authored by Disney Institute and writer Theodore Kinni, the updated book outlines how customer service continues to provide a competitive edge...
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In honor of Disney Institute’s 25th anniversary, Disney Publishing Worldwide has released an updated edition of Be Our Guest: Perfecting the Art of Customer Service, the quintessential guide to Disney’s legendary customer service. Authored by Disney Institute and writer Theodore Kinni, the updated book outlines how customer service continues to provide a competitive edge...
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New Orleans Bayou Bash! is still going strong in New Orleans Square at Disneyland park. With special character meet & greets, entertainment and food for guests to enjoy. Come join the party from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. on these remaining dates: February 24, 25, 26 March 2, 3, 4 March 9, 10, 11...
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Attention theme park goers: We’ve got two new Florida resident deals to share with you today that will help you make this year’s spring break the most magical one yet. Florida residents can purchase the Wild for 3 Pass (a three-day Disney theme park ticket) for just $ 99, plus tax. The purchase must...
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As you know, “LIVE! with Kelly” is at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, this week. On Monday, host Kelly Ripa took a few minutes to talk with me about the show and her family’s experience at the resort. How’s the “LIVE! with Kelly” shoot been going at Aulani? Incredible! Really, really incredible. The...
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I’m happy to start off the week by sharing a fun update on Disney’s Art of Animation Resort. Last week, Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) put the finishing touches on the new resort’s marquee. Measuring in at 46 feet, six inches, the resort’s sign now holds the record as the largest freestanding marquee at Walt...
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It’s been quite a February to remember for multi-platinum music star Kelly Clarkson. On Feb. 5, the Grammy Award-winning singer performed “The Star Spangled Banner” at the NFL championship game in Indianapolis. Just a few days later, her newest single – “Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You)” – soared to the coveted number one spot...
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A few weekends ago, my son visited the Hall of Presidents at Magic Kingdom Park for the first time. The attraction is a Walt Disney World Resort classic originally opening in 1971. At first, I was unsure if he would enjoy the show as much as I do. A few weeks later he asked...
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Participating in a runDisney half marathon or marathon is an amazing experience. Whether you run at Walt Disney World Resort or the Disneyland Resort, you get the unique opportunity to run through theme parks, see Disney characters, experience amazing entertainment and receive incredible finisher medals. After all, it’s all about the bling! No matter...
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Have you ever spent spring break at the Walt Disney World Resort? I did. Several years ago, when I was a student at the University of Pittsburgh, my mom surprised me with a trip to Walt Disney World Resort and a room at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter. It was five days...
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“LIVE! with Kelly” is at Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa, this week leading up to the wedding of the winning couple of “LIVE’s Hawaiian Dream Wedding Giveaway” on Friday. Daniel Dae Kim from “Hawaii Five-O” co-hosts with Kelly today, and other co-hosts this week will include “Glee” star Matthew Morrison on Tuesday, Honolulu...
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As a tiara wearing mom, I tell my daughter that there is more to being a princess than nice clothes, jewelry and a cute guy (although those ain’t bad!). Princesses must be smart, strong, fearless, and sometimes fight for themselves and those they love. Mulan led an army, Jasmine broke tradition and entered a...
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Disney Parks never fails to show it’s patriotic side with stars, strips and song. In light of Presidents’ Day this Monday, let’s take a look at how Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort honors America, as well as some special visits from the president himself. Take 5: Patriotism at Disney Parks President Obama...
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The best excuse to eat and drink in March is St. Patrick’s Day – the “feast day of St. Patrick,” by the way, has been observed in Ireland on March 17 for centuries but we’re starting a couple of days earlier at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant. (March 17 falls during the fasting...
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The best excuse to eat and drink in March is St. Patrick’s Day – the “feast day of St. Patrick,” by the way, has been observed in Ireland on March 17 for centuries but we’re starting a couple of days earlier at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant. (March 17 falls during the fasting...
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Big news for those planning to spend One More Disney Day at Disneyland park on February 29! Guests entering the park when it opens at 6 a.m. will receive a limited-edition ear hat commemorating the event, while supplies last. Ear hats are limited to a supply of 2,000 for guests who enter through the...
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“Come Fly with Me,” originally performed by Frank Sinatra, introduces the crew – Amanda, Pat, Kate and Lee – to all their potential “passengers” (the audience). Minnie makes her grand entrance during “Straighten up and Fly Right,” a hit song by Nat King Cole. The performance also includes two medleys, incorporating a number of...
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The story of Don Williams might as well be a Disney movie. “Once upon a time, in a place called Springfield, Massachusetts, there was a young lad named Don Williams, who loved Disney Characters and animated films. His grandmother, who also loved cartoons, bestowed upon him the nickname ‘Ducky,’ for she loved cartoons. Ducky...
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On Friday, February 17, the LEGO Store at Downtown Disney here at Walt Disney World Resort will attempt to set a Guinness World Record for the most people participating in LEGO Ninjago spinner battles in one day. Ninjago is a battle-themed LEGO game in which players build a character mounted on a spinner. An...
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Year after year, our Product Development team goes back to the drawing board working closely with our talented team of artists from Disney Design Group to come up with creative ideas for exciting new merchandise. So what have they come up with for this year? Formally known to us as the Letters Program, you’ll...
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Starting tomorrow, you can join D23: The Official Disney Fan Club as they celebrate their third anniversary with a special 23-day Twitter sweepstakes! Use your knowledge of Disney history and trivia to complete a different challenge each day – and get the chance to win a special D23 prize. At approximately 10 a.m. Pacific...
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Are you ready for some gospel music? This Saturday, February 18, some powerful voices are included in your admission to Disney California Adventure park. In celebration of Black History Month, 14 gospel choirs from across Southern California will raise their voices to get you on your feet and clapping your hands. All performances take...
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We recently wrapped up another successful Disney Homeschool Days at the Walt Disney World Resort and this year’s spring event coincided with Florida Literacy Week. To commemorate this important topic, Ridley Pearson, author of the Kingdom Keepers and Peter and the Starcatchers book series, joined the Disney Youth Programs team to give a special...
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Some people think that mountains are formed by plate tectonics, a process that usually takes millions of years. When it came to building Ornament Valley – the mountain range that serves as the backdrop to Radiator Springs in Cars Land at Disney California Adventure park – we just didn’t have that kind of time!...
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We’re dressed and ready for Spring Break here at Disney Parks and, beginning today, everyone can join the fun. From now until March 11, you can take a picture with a virtual Disney Character in their best vacation outfit inside participating Walmart stores. It’s easy to do. Just head to Walmart and download the...
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Last month, we gave you an exclusive sneak peek at Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom, the new interactive game that has been testing at Magic Kingdom Park for several weeks. So many of you expressed enthusiasm to learn more about the experience that we’ve gone straight to the source to find the answers. Check...
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