In honor of National Churro Day coming soon, Disney has created limited-churros. Take a look at ALL the Disney churros you can enjoy now. National Churro Day Celebration Are you ready for National Churro Day? I know I am! One thing you can count on getting at Disney Parks is churros. To help celebrate this […]
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The newest Theme Song Takeover has debuted on Disney Channel and the Disney Channel YouTube account, showcasing Vasquez’s take on the Big City Greens theme. What’s Happening: The day many fans of Vasquez, the Big City Greens character many fans have come to love, voiced by the legendary Danny Trejo, has arrived. The fan-favorite character […]
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The Walt Disney Company has been having a rough go of it lately — from the executive level all the way to Cast Members in the parks, employees have been affected by job cuts.
We love Cast Members!
Not only that, but Disney World Union Cast Members had been protesting for quite a while over wages, benefits, and more. And now, it looks like Disney Cast Members are standing up against the mouse yet again — this time, internationally.
According to The Independent, Cast Members at Disneyland Paris went on strike and staged a walkout down Main Street, U.S.A. on May 24th. The protest also included a rally in the Town Square part of the park.
Disneyland Paris 30th anniversary fireworks show
Several shows and performances were canceled during the walkout, just before the Cast Members exited the park.
The workers are part of the UNSA — the Union Nationale des Syndicats Autonomes in French, or the National Union of Autonomous Trade Unions in English — and are demanding better working conditions and wages.
via The Independent UK
There have been ongoing protests and demonstrations in Paris and much of France after unpopular reforms resulted in the state pension age being raised.
Disneyland Paris
As of now, it looks like Disney has yet to release a statement on the walkout or any potential for ongoing protests or negotiations with the union, but we’ll be keeping an eye out for more updates. As always, stay tuned to DFB for the latest Disney news!
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Holidays at Disney World typically draw in big crowds and of course, high wait times. Right? Apparently that isn’t always the case!
Memorial Day MK crowds
With yesterday being Memorial Day, we were almost certain that we could expect tons of people crowding the parks and insane wait times since many had the day off from work. However, we were pleasantly surprised with relatively low crowds and wait times, considering the fact that it was a holiday. If only we knew the storm that was coming.
It turns out that the crowds and wait times were holding out until the day AFTER Memorial Day! Today, we were hit with all the crowds and high wait times when we walked into the parks.
Crowds in Hollywood Studios
When we checked Park Pass Reservation availability yesterday, every park had availability for months to come. We checked again this morning and sure enough, Magic Kingdom was SOLD OUT of reservations for the day for both general tickets and Annual Passes. It’s been a while since we’ve seen park passes sell out, even for Magic Kingdom. The last time this happened was April 21st (for general tickets) and April 22nd (for Annual Passes).
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Since each of the parks was so busy, we checked again later to see if more parks were out of reservations, but reservations had opened back up to be available for all parks again. Disney must have refilled those Magic Kingdom reservations, which happens pretty often.
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To put things into perspective, let’s take a look at some wait times in Magic Kingdom today. At around 12:45PM, wait times for some popular rides are as follows:
Magic Kingdom
5 rides with wait times over an hour is no joke!
Check out these parade crowds, too!
Magic Kingdom Parade Crowds
Now, let’s check out some wait times at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. These are also from around 12:45PM.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios Crowds
We’ve mentioned before that crowds and wait times can be pretty unpredictable, and this is the perfect example! We’ll continue to keep you updated with all things Disney news and updates, so make sure to follow along for more.
Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation.
Whether you’re a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever!
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Where will you cruise? While the Caribbean is the most popular destination for sailing aboard a cruise ship, there are so many other beautiful ports around the world!
Mickey and Minnie on the Disney Wish!
Choosing cruise destinations can be difficult as there are so many wonderful places to visit and a mind-boggling variety of itineraries to choose from. We suggest choosing your favorite destinations and then researching which cruise lines sail there. Let’s take a look at the best cruise destinations around the globe!
Cruising is a convenient way to explore the world! While sailing comfortably aboard a magnificent ship (like those with Disney Cruise Line), you’ll get to enjoy familiar foods, first-class entertainment, and exemplary service.
Depending on how port-intensive your itinerary is, you’ll get to tour on land during the day, and sail to your next port while mostly sleeping. There’s nothing quite like waking up to a new port with an inspiring view!
An all-round, comprehensive cruise experience. This large, secluded sea has served as the birthplace of civilization and likely the first area that connected different cultures.
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There are so many beautiful ports to visit that choosing an itinerary can be difficult. Look for sailings that include Civitavecchia, then spend a day in Rome! Are you visiting Livorno? Lucky you; you’ll get to choose from a tour of Florence or Pisa! Cruising into Valetta, Malta is like taking a scenic voyage through time. Plus, there’s Greece, Spain, France, and more! There are world-class destinations all throughout the Mediterranean.
This is one of the best cruise destinations for wildlife watching, including everything from bears and eagles to orcas and sea otters.
View of the Alaskan Glacier from Disney Wonder
From charming coastal towns to scenic coastlines, your summer vacation to Alaska will be awe-inspiring. Ships sail between May and September!
This is a cruise that’s epic during every season of the year. Summer brings long days and wonderfully green scenery, while winter is perfect for watching the Northern Lights.
If you love the EPCOT’s Norway pavilion, plan a cruise to this amazing destination!
The Norwegian Fjords are spectacular, and you’ll be amazed at the constantly changing scenery from aboard the cruise ship.
Japan has the mesmerizing crowds of Tokyo but also the tranquility of mountain retreats. There are volcanoes and lakes, a myriad of temples and towering skyscrapers.
Toyko Disneyland
Cruise the Far East and include a visit to Tokyo Disney Resort!
Yes, the Caribbean has some of the world’s most popular cruise destinations! If you sail on Disney Cruise Line, you’ll even get to visit their private island — Castaway Cay!
Mickey on Castaway Cay
Typically, cruises to the Caribbean are divided into the Eastern, Western, and Southern Caribbean. Eastern sailings visit destinations such as St. Thomas, Puerto Rico, and St Maarten. You might anchor in Grand Cayman, Jamaica, or Cozumel during a Western cruise. A Southern Caribbean cruise could take you to Barbados, Aruba, or Grenada.
Several gorgeous historic cities dot the shores of the Baltic Sea, including Stockholm, Riga, Tallinn, and Helsinki. A Baltic Sea cruise also typically includes a visit to stunning St. Petersburg, Russia’s capital of culture and the arts.
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See several northern Europe capitals during your vacation! We suggest looking at summer itineraries.
The Danube River is Europe’s most iconic river, flowing through no fewer than ten different countries (the most of any river in the world) on its way from Germany’s Black Forest to the Black Sea.
Cruising around the Hawaiian Islands involves everything from volcano excursions and sampling local cuisine to experiencing Polynesian traditions and visiting iconic Waikiki Beach.
There he is!
Stay at Disney’s Aulani Resort before or after your Hawaiian cruise. Disney fans will love seeing characters in their Hawaiian outfits.
Stare in awe at the variety in landscapes, from the Scottish Highlands to the White Cliffs of Dover, historical cities like London, Liverpool, Dublin, and Glasgow, and the countless castles.
London © parliament.uk
Explore historical landmarks and rich, cultural traditions — all while cruising in luxury!
A Mekong River cruise includes stunning variety, from Buddhist temples to busy cities like Ho Chi Minh City and Phnom Penh to sleepy riverside villages.
Are you ready to set sail on this famous river?
If you are dreaming of a voyage on the high seas or along a beautiful river, these destinations will take you to the best cruise ports in the world!
Once you decide where you want to sail, you can narrow down the cruise lines and ships that go there.
Do you want to feel the excitement of setting sail on a floating city (complete with restaurants, shops, theaters, and more)? Waking up in new destinations aboard a modern cruise ship is truly a fun and memorable experience. Bon Voyage!
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Disney’s animated classic Mulan celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2023 and shopDisney is marking the occasion with a beautiful Limited Edition doll that fans will certainly want in their collection. (Please note this article contains affiliate links. Your purchase will support LaughingPlace by providing us a small commission, but will not affect your pricing or user experience. […]
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You may have heard about some of our events here at the DIS over the years, and if you’ve wanted to join us for one of them, we’ve got some great news to share! Our next big event is being held this August at the Disneyland Resort, and tickets are on sale now! You’ll find all the details listed below, including hotel room blocks, pricing, and what’s in store for our Private Party at Pixar Pier; take a look! Also, check out our thread on the DISboards regularly, as it is updated with any new details.
DIS/Dreams Event – Disneyland Resort. California Adventure / Pixar Gardens and Pixar Pier
08/04/2023 – Evening Event Pixar Pier and Pixar Gardens
08/05/2023 – DIS Unplugged Live Podcast – location and time to be announced; included with Event admission.
08/04 – 08/06/2023 – Various meet and greets with DIS Unplugged Podcast team members – locations and times to be announced; included with Event admission.
(Admission will be limited to 800 attendees)
08/04/2023 – Evening Event – California Adventure / Pixar Gardens and Pixar Pier
We will kick off the evening with a reception in Pixar Gardens, followed by a private party where we will take over all of Pixar Pier!!!!
8:30 pm – Guests will be escorted from Park Main Entrance to Pixar Gardens. Further instructions and specifics to be announced. If you plan on being in the park before our event, we will provide further instructions on what to do closer to the event.
9:00 pm – 11:30 pm – Private Reception in Pixar Gardens. There will be food, beverages, and exciting guests!!!
11:30 pm – 1:00 pm – Private Pixar Pier Party
Enjoy unlimited rides on the following attractions:
In addition, the Games of the Boardwalk will be open – step right up and test your skills with midway fun – FREE PLAY with no prizes.
08/05/2023 – Live Podcast – Disney’s Grand Californian Resort & Spa
The time and exact location are to be announced. You must sign up/pay for the entire weekend/party to attend the podcast.
How to Book a Room for DIS/DREAMS Event
For those interested in booking a room in our room block, please get in touch with your Dreams Unlimited Travel agent. If you do not have a dedicated Dreams agent, please feel free to email John Magi and he will forward your request to one of our agents familiar with how to book these rooms – [email protected].
Here is some additional information to help you make a plan:
We have rooms held at both Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® & Spa and Disneyland® Hotel
Tickets for DIS/DREAMS Event!!
Click on this link to purchase your tickets to this event!!!
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A new D23-Exclusive Dreamfinder and Figment Pin has arrived on shopDisney to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Journey Into Imagination.
The fan-favorite Journey Into Imagination is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. To commemorate the special occasion, shopDisney is releasing 1,500 pins featuring Dreamfinder and everybody’s favorite purple dragon, Figment.
This commemorative pin features Dreamfinder, Figment, and the Dream Mobile from the original iteration of the attraction in 1983.
Journey Into Imagination has seen quite a few changes since it first debuted in 1983, but it continues to be a staple of the EPCOT experience.
The pin features a D23 stamp on the back. It is also displayed on a backer card that features the symbol for the Imagination Pavilion.
This pin is available for D23 gold members only. You must be signed into your D23 account to purchase. There is a limit of two pins per guest.
What do you think of this new pin? Will you be adding it to your collection? Let us know in the comments.
Check out the Complete History of Journey Into Imagination here.
You can also check out our video of the Complete History of Journey Into Imagination below:
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Well, today is the day, and the end of an era.
Splash Mountain at Disneyland
A classic Disneyland attraction, Splash Mountain, is set to permanently close so Disney Imagineers can reimagine it as a NEW attraction, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, based on The Princess and the Frog. Its Splash Mountain counterpart in Disney World closed in January 2023 and construction is already underway for the new attraction. But what does the last day of Splash Mountain in Disneyland look like? Let’s take a look!
When we arrived at Disneyland this morning, people were already lined up at the gates to get inside and get one more ride in with Br’er Rabbit and his friends. Check out all those people waiting to get in — even on a chilly, dreary morning!
Entrance
Folks were clearly making a beeline for Splash Mountain, and we followed the crowds as we passed under the train tunnel.
Here we go!
As we moved further into the park, things only seemed to get worse! We turned around and were greeted by a massive wall of people as far as the eye could see. But then, soon enough, we saw the object of our desire…
How’s THIS for a Disneyland crowds check?! Here’s Adventureland at rope drop today for the last day of operations for Splash Mountain! pic.twitter.com/CorPdbjgp2
— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) May 30, 2023
…Splash Mountain! So, of course, we had to hop in line to say goodbye and ride this attraction one more time before it closes in Disneyland FOREVER.
There she is
Despite the wait time showing 5 minutes, we confirmed with a Cast Member when we hopped in line that the wait was actually right around an hour. But, if you ask us, that’s still not bad for the crowds we’ve seen.
Come with us to ride Splash Mountain one more time in Disneyland! pic.twitter.com/vCwUs9APfL
— Disney Food Blog (@DisneyFoodBlog) May 30, 2023
As we moved further through the line, we could see just how far it stretched into the park — things seem to be getting a bit busier out there!
Disney has shared that Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will pick up the story of The Princess and the Frog “after the final kiss, and join Princess Tiana and Louis on a musical adventure – featuring some of the powerful music from the film – as they prepare for their first-ever Mardi Gras performance.”
The story of the attraction, as Disney shares, picks up during New Orleans’ Carnival season, and Tiana is hosting a Mardi Gras Party for the people of New Orleans — the community that has supported her successful restaurant. (The storyline is set about a year after the movie.)
Hello down there!
And YOU will join Tiana, too, as Disney Imagineers have shared that guests will be active participants coming along with Tiana on this adventure! “On Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, we’ll join Tiana and Louis on a trip to the bayou, where they meet all sorts of unexpected new friends who have a special role to play at the party.”
We expected long lines today, so we’re not TOO surprised, but if you are headed to Splash Mountain, be prepared to wait. After tomorrow, you’ll just have to count down the days until the ride becomes Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, which we know won’t open until at least 2024.
Model of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at the 2022 D23 Expo
Have you checked out the latest Disney-themed t-shirts in our store? Click here – you’ll want to pick some up before your next Disney trip! We’ve got a fun Briar Patch Band Tee.
Briar Patch Band Tee
You’ll find a new Tiana Tee, too!
Check out our new Tiana-inspired merch!
You’ll find loads of other merch, too, so be sure to check it out!
Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation.
Whether you’re a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever!
Save 25% on the 2023 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining with code WDW2023.
Are you be headed to Disneyland to ride Splash Mountain? Let us know in the comments.
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We travel a lot, which means our suitcases are always waiting nearby to be stocked up with all our Disney necessities.
Do you travel a lot?
If you also travel a lot, you probably understand what we mean when we say that finding a place to keep a suitcase that’s both out of the way but easily accessible is one of the hardest things ever, especially when you have limited storage space. We recently found what may be the solution to that problem — and it’s on Amazon!
We were taking a daily scroll through Amazon (What? Online shopping is one of the many simple pleasures in life.) and we may have found the answer to all of our limited-space problems.
Check out this fully collapsible suitcase! It comes in both carry-on and checked bag sizes.
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When it’s extended, it fits just as much stuff inside as a regular ol’ suitcase.
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BUT, when you’ve unpacked, it shrinks down to be almost completely flat. You can slide it under a bed or dresser, or even hang it up in a closet. The suitcase comes in 8 different colors, so there’s one for everyone! The shell is also scratch and water resistant, so it should stay looking nice for a long time.
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On top of that, there is the ability to lock it as well. So you can have peace of mind if you choose to check it!
What do you think? Will you be switching over to this collapsible suitcase? We’ll continue to keep you updated with all the Disney and travel tips and tricks we have, so make sure to follow along for more!
