In honor of the new Disney animation-inspired mural coming to The Villas at Disneyland Hotel, we’re sharing a new digital wallpaper and an interview with the artist.
Month: August 2023
Concierge Cast Member at Disney’s Riviera Resort Creates Everlasting Magic
Say “bonjour” to Adelene Biassou, a Disney’s Riviera Resort cast member dedicated to elevating the timeless enchantment that Walt fell in love with all those years ago. Once told by a Disney recruiter that her smile and heart were destined for the hospitality industry, Adelene found her happily ever after within Disney’s Resort Concierge department. […]
Disney Eats: Top 5 Plant-Based Items for Fall at Disneyland Resort
This fall, the culinary teams at Disneyland Resort have whipped up some truly delicious bites you simply must try – and they’re all plant-based!
DISNEYLAND UPDATE: Pricing Paradox, Main Street Mysteries, & Miniature Magic!
You can almost hear bat wings fluttering as Disneyland prepares to kick off its Halloween season later this week. The spooky time of year officially begins this Friday, September 1st! And amidst the flurry of getting the park dressed in its macabre best, there’s also a whole lot of other news to catch up on. […]
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Name a New Stage Show You Would Like To See at Disney
From coast to coast, Disney theme parks are filled with indisputable talent. From backstage creatives to on-stage singers, dancers, and actors, Disney has some of the best in the industry just waiting to entertain you. If you’ve ever seen stage shows like Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World, or any of the amazing productions that have come and gone at the Hyperion Theatre in Disneyland’s California Adventure, you’ll know what I mean. People aren’t joking when they say these shows give Broadway-like performances, and all are included in the price of your pack ticket. Festival of the Lion King in Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a particular stand out; always impressive with emotive and immersive performances that draw you into the Pridelands.
Most recently, Rogers: The Musical was the latest production to open on the West Coast, surprising audiences with a show that was created from the notion of a fictional musical in an episode of Hawkeye on Disney+. While a show that is rooted in Marvel characters isn’t traditionally my go-to, I’m sure this is just as impressive as the rest, where the performances outweigh the story to create a magical experience not to be missed. Thinking about it, I started to wonder what could be the next storyline to make its way onto the Disney stage and what I would like it to be.
Having been lucky enough to see several Disney productions live on stage, both in the parks and theatres, I tried to think of something that you wouldn’t traditionally have seen elsewhere, and there was one clear winner for me. Not only does it satisfy my love of the music in the film, but it also ties in perfectly with the upcoming release of the new attraction, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure. Yep, you guessed it; It’s Princess and the Frog! While there was a short run of a stage musical adaptation, this musical hasn’t yet seen the exposure it needs to have audiences bopping in their seats. I would love to see a jazzy festival of New Orleans culture make its way to a Disney Parks stage featuring all the classics from the movie.
If you could choose any Disney story to become the next musical featured in one of the Disney Parks, what would you choose? Would you come and watch my hypothetical production of Princess and the Frog?
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Construction Walls Partially Removed for Journey of Water Inspired by ‘Moana’ at EPCOT, Replaced With Rolling Planters
Construction walls for Journey of Water Inspired by “Moana” have partially come down in World Nature at EPCOT. The attraction is scheduled to open in “late 2023.”
Construction Walls Partially Down at Journey of Water
As the next set of Cast Member previews for the attraction approaches, we spotted that some of the construction walls, but not all, have been removed around Journey of Water Inspired by “Moana.”
As you can see in the bottom right of this photo, some construction walls are still present around the walkthrough attraction.
The construction walls that were previously here have been replaced by rolling planters.
An umbrella and temporary stanchions have been added next to the rolling planters, presumably for the Cast Member previews when they begin on September 1.
Over by the water treatment facility for the attraction, you can see that construction walls are still up around this area.
Over by the stroller parking area for Journey of Water — which had its sign moved from the center planter — construction walls are still in place.
In this panoramic shot, you can see where the green scrim walls and the rolling planters meet.
The rolling planters run down much of the length of the path on this side.
Over the planters, you can see into the attraction. Here is a display for the water cycle, featuring the symbol for the Heart of Te Fiti.
The rolling planters end here by more landscaping, and are blocked off by a temporary stanchion.
Journey of Water Details
Journey of Water, Inspired by “Moana” is a “self-guided outdoor trail where you can play with water as it travels from the sky to the oceans and back again.”
It will have a wet path and a dry path for guests who don’t want to get wet. It seems there won’t be MagicBand+ interaction.
“Along with Moana as a steward of water conservation, Te Fiti is a symbol of how we should protect and nurture water wherever we find it,” Reid Ekman, Lead Concept Designer at Walt Disney Imagineering, said of the giant Te Fiti figure at the attraction. “This is an important theme in Journey of Water, where guests will learn more about how water travels from our skies to the ocean, and back again. This story will unfold along a lush trail inspired by the environments and art style of the beloved Walt Disney Animation Studios film.”
Cast Members working at Journey of Water and The Seas With Nemo & Friends will have convertible environmentally-friendly costumes.
You can watch a video previewing some of the water effects in the attraction here.
Read more details about Journey of Water, Inspired by “Moana.”
Are you excited to see this attraction once it opens later this year? Will you be taking the dry or wet path first? Let us know in the comments.
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Meet Aiko Maki from Marvel’s Upcoming Comic Series “G.O.D.S.”
At the crossroads of science and magic, agents of opposing factions operate on the behest of the pantheon of abstract cosmic beings such as Eternity, Infinity, and the Living Tribunal. This October, they emerge from the shadows as their war erupts into the wider Marvel Universe in Jonathan Hickman and Valerio Schiti’s “G.O.D.S.” The highly-anticipated series […]
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Walt Disney World Temporarily Waives Cancelation Fees Ahead of Tropical Storm Idalia
Walt Disney World has announced that they will temporarily be waiving cancellation fees for booked trips to the Resort, due to the imminent arrival of Tropical Storm Idalia. What’s Happening: Although the Walt Disney World Resort is currently operating under normal conditions, some modifications to hotel cancellation policies have been made. Guests may reschedule their trip […]
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Wish List of Announcements at 2023 Destination D23 for Disney World, Disneyland & Beyond!
Destination D23 is under 2 weeks away, with Walt Disney World and Disneyland fans anxiously awaiting announcements for the parks’ next phases of growth. There are a lot of predictions and wishful thinking about what new attractions are on the horizon, with speculation about overhauls and expansion various lands and parks. While there’s also been […]
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NEWS: Disney issues Statement Ahead of Tropical Storm Idalia
There’s one big thing you need to prepare for when visiting Disney World during the summer and early fall — hurricane season.
Storms can hit Disney World often throughout late summer and early fall
Already, Tropical Storm Watches have been issued for the counties within which Disney World is located, and Tropical Storm Idalia is projected to strengthen to become a hurricane as it moves across the Gulf of Mexico. Many Disney World visitors might be wondering what this means for the parks. Well, Disney has officially shared a statement.
As of 3PM on August 28th, Disney had the following listed on the Disney World weather updates website regarding Tropical Storm Idalia, “Walt Disney World Resort is currently operating under normal conditions. We are closely monitoring the path of the projected weather as we continue to prioritize the safety of our Guests and Cast Members.”
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So, while no closure announcements have been made of any kind, we know that Disney is keeping a close watch on the storm.
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This statement does NOT indicate that the parks will or will not close in the days ahead as the storm gets closer. As it notes, for now, the parks are operating under normal conditions. We will continue to watch for updates to see what Disney states as the path of the storm becomes clearer.
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We’ll continue to keep you updated regarding the weather at Disney World, so make sure to follow along for more. Stay safe, and be prepared!
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STORM UPDATES
- The Latest News on Tropical Storm Idalia
- A Step-by-Step Guide to Hurricane Cancelation Policies and Refunds in Disney World
- How to Handle the Worst-Case Scenario During Hurricane Season at Disney World
- The BEST Hurricane-Ready Hotels in Disney World
- 6 Items You Need For a Hurricane in Disney World
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