Disney Lorcana Starter Decks, Gift Set, and Accessories Coming to shopDisney September 1st

Disney fans the moment has arrived (well almost): Disney Lorcana is coming to shopDisney on September 1st at 12am PT. The highly anticipated Trading Card Game or TCG from Ravensburger debuted in mid August at local game shops and this past Monday at Disney Parks. Starting tonight, guests can shop Starter Decks, Gift Sets and accessories online […]

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PHOTOS, VIDEO: Meet Hiro and TALKING Baymax in San Fransokyo Square at Disneyland Resort

Guests can now meet Hiro Hamada and a talking Baymax in San Fransokyo Square at Disney California Adventure.

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Pacific Wharf has now completed its transformation into the “Big Hero 6” inspired San Fransokyo Square. The Hamada Bot Shop, where the “Big Hero 6” team builds and innovates their gear, is a dedicated meet-and-greet location for Hiro and Baymax.

The characters stand beneath an awning in front of a garage door adorned with a vibrant painting of a scenic valley. Detailed clouds line the horizon behind a winding river and tall trees. The painting is inspired by traditional Japanese art, more specifically the late Ukiyo-e period. On the door and walls are various San Fransokyo posters and to the sides are garage items like a recycling bin, brooms, and tools. Above some of the supplies is a dismantled version of GoGo Tomago’s bike.

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Unlike previous Baymax meet-and-greets, he is now fully interactive. He walks, but also talks, blinks, and makes a few machine sounds.

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In the morning, Baymax and Hiro were rotating appearances.

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Hiro appears in his classic red shirt, hoodie, and cargo shorts.

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Baymax and Hiro later came out together.

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We don’t know if Baymax and Hiro will continue to meet separately or together, but for now, keep in mind that if you get in line, you may end up meeting Hiro without Baymax.

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We had to get some Baymax hugs.

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And he even did the fistbump with us.

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Watch our video meeting Hiro and talking to Baymax below.

Check out more from our recent San Fransokyo Square coverage:

Are you excited for the Baymax and Hiro meet and greet in San Fransokyo Square? Let us know in the comments.

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San Fransokyo Square Now Open at Disney California Adventure

It’s an exciting day at Disney California Adventure Park at the Disneyland Resort as San Fransokyo Square has officially opened to all guests! This vibrant area of the park features new sights, shopping, and superb cuisine inspired by the city in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Academy Award-winning film Big Hero 6.

Earlier this month, when I visited San Fransokyo Square, I was so excited to have dinner at Lucky Fortune Cookery, and I’m happy I had the chance because the food was fantastic! The menu here offers Japanese, Vietnamese, and Korean influences in their dishes. I had the Beef Bulgogi Burrito ($13.99), and it was the most delicious thing I ate during the whole trip. The seasoned rice inside the burrito was perfect, and the cabbage slaw provided the fresh crunch to put this dish over the top. The garlic chips on the side reminded me of chicharrones, but the garlic flavor coming through paired well with the burrito. My mom had the Yaki Udon ($13.49) with Mushrooms, Sugar Snap Peas, Roasted Red Peppers, Bok Choy, Dark Soy, and Hoisin Sauces, and she was in her glory. She said everything in the bowl was fresh, and the flavors were delightful. My daughter walked over to Aunt Cass Café for a Boudin bread bowl full of soup. This was her go-to when we used to visit Pacific Wharf and she was so happy that she could still get it. The outdoor seating area made it possible for each of us to get what we wanted and bring our trays over to the same table to eat together. We were only sad that we didn’t have time to eat here a second time!

What I especially loved about roaming through the new area was that a lot of the theming could be seen even though it wasn’t all open yet. Check out these incredible “street art” displays!

The 54-foot-tall San Fransokyo Gate Bridge is the most iconic landmark in the area, and it spans the tide pools linking the seaside plaza to the Paradise Gardens Park obelisk. The local businesses and eateries in the marketplace are decked out in street art and colorful banners celebrating the Big Hero 6 team after their victory over Yokai.

This reimagined area of Disney California Adventure Park transports guests to the not-too-distant future in a fictional mash-up of two iconic cities – San Francisco and Tokyo – where they’ll have the opportunity to meet boy genius Hiro Hamada and his huggable healthcare companion robot, Baymax.

The diverse food and beverages in San Fransokyo Square include guest favorites and new creations inspired by Asian cuisine, as well as the Big Hero 6 themselves. Notice how cool the signage is for the restaurants; even Ghirardelli has Japanese writing on it!

Listed below are all of the food and drink locations throughout the area.

  • Aunt Cass Café – The second bakery café operated by Hiro’s loving aunt serves dishes, soups in freshly-baked Boudin sourdough bread bowls and more inspired by Japanese cuisine. 
  • Port of San Fransokyo Cervecería – This new location draws inspiration from its tri-cultural influences with signage in English, Japanese and Spanish. An inviting beer garden makes a relaxing setting for guests to enjoy snacks and those 21 and older to sip on a selection of alcoholic beverages. 
  • Lucky Fortune Cookery – Foodies of all ages can choose from a delicious menu of dishes and beverages with Japanese, Vietnamese and Korean influences. 
  • Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill – A variety of street tacos, specialty beverages and a special street corn bring Mexican flair to San Fransokyo Square. 
  • Rita’s Turbine Blenders – Featuring margaritas and icy beverages, this refreshment stand is named after the repair technician who maintains the floating wind turbine, resembling a giant koi fish, that sits atop the structure.  
  • Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop – Hot fudge, made with melted Ghirardelli chocolate, sits atop signature sundaes, ice cream cones, shakes and more. 
  • Cappuccino Cart – A cart near the San Fransokyo Gate Bridge offers energizing pick-me-ups presented by Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Company, such as cold brew, espressos, coffee cocktails and more. 

Guests will also find unique shopping locations.

  • San Fransokyo Maker’s Market – Situated on robot storage cases with decommissioned bots on display, this storefront is stocked with apparel, homewares and more featuring Baymax and friends. 
  • Collectible medallions – A vending machine dispenses collectible golden medallions depicting Baymax and other iconic images from San Fransokyo. 
  • Pan Pacific Pin Traders – Guests can shop and trade at this “pin-credible” port of call near the San Fransokyo Gate Bridge.

If you’re ready to book your next vacation to the Disneyland Resort to see the new San Fransokyo Square and more, please visit us at Dreams Unlimited Travel, where one of our expert travel agents will help you plan the vacation of your dreams, at no additional cost!

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Slow Season Arrives at Disneyland!

It’s time for an on-the-ground report on off-season crowds at Disneyland, which is experiencing a slowdown with summer ending and holidays on the horizon. We’ll take a look at August 2023 wait times, how busy the parks are right now, and “revenge travel” burning out. Plus, predictions for Halloween at Disney California Adventure and Disneyland. […]

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PHOTOS: Baymax Bread Arrives at San Fransokyo Square in Disney California Adventure

Baymax Bread is now available in San Fransokyo Square, which has officially taken over Pacific Wharf at Disney California Adventure. Baymax Bread can be found at the Boudin Bread Cart and Aunt Cass Café.

Baymax Bread – $11.99

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The bread comes in a plastic bag to keep it fresh.

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It’s shaped like Baymax, complete with a fluffy stomach and black eyes made of chocolate chips.

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This is your standard Boudin sourdough that you can get as a loaf, roll, baguette, bread bowl, or Mickey-shaped bread throughout Disney California Adventure.

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The Baymax sipper is also available at the Boudin Bread Cart, Aunt Cass Cafe, and other San Fransokyo Square dining locations.

Read our full Aunt Cass Cafe review and check out more San Fransokyo Square reviews below:

The new land officially opened on August 31 and includes no rides, though it does have themed food and merchandise, as well as a talking Baymax meet and greet.

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SeaWorld San Diego To Host Third Annual Howl-O-Scream Event Starting Sept. 29

Howl-O-Scream is set to return to SeaWorld San Diego, bringing immersive terror, new scares, and of course, screams to the park with new and improved haunted houses, scare zones, and fan-favorite attractions. What’s Happening: A formidable fog is settling over SeaWorld San Diego in preparation for the third annual scare event, Howl-O-Scream. Nominated as USA Today […]

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Blumhouse Brings Two New Live Entertainment Experiences to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood

Acclaimed horror production company Blumhouse is bringing two new live entertainment experiences, “The Purge: Dangerous Waters” and “Blumhouse: Behind the Screams,” inspired by some of its blockbuster films, to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood this year. A trio of bone-chilling scare zones and the park’s signature Terror Tram, coupled with the terrifying line-up of eight […]

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ABC Audio Announces the Lineup for Special Labor Day Holiday Programming

ABC Audio has announced three different Labor Day holiday programs, including two musical specials. What’s Happening: Today, ABC Audio announced three different specials for the Labor Day holiday. Programming includes two music specials — a rock music special focused on rock stars’ pre-fame jobs and a country music special celebrating back-to-school events — as well as […]

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Calling It Now — This NEW Popcorn Bucket Is Going To Sell Out SO FAST

Popcorn buckets are a hot commodity among Disney fans.

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And, if we’re being totally honest, they seem to be a big deal even when they’re not Disney-related. So what happens when popcorn buckets — a popular item in their own right — meet one of the most popular musical artists of all time?! Well, buckle up, folks, because we’re about to find out.

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This is NOT a drill, people — a Taylor Swift popcorn bucket is coming. T Swift has been on her whirlwind Eras Tour for what seems like ages, and it looks like the party isn’t stopping anytime soon. If you didn’t snag the ever-elusive tickets to her concert, you may get the chance to see the Eras Tour anyway — in theaters!

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As part of the concert film’s run, AMC Theaters will be selling a large Eras Tour popcorn bucket for $14.99 and a large collectible Eras Tour cup for $11.99. We’re already sensing Figment popcorn bucket vibes and are expecting that this merch may be just as popular — if not more, let’s be honest.

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So, when can you catch The Eras Tour Concert Film in theaters? The chaos begins on October 13th and you can find it playing at a theater near you. As for AMC Theaters, they’ve announced that they’ll be showing the movie at least four times per day from Thursday through Sunday.

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Tickets are on sale now and you can grab them at the link below!

Click Here To Get Tickets for The Eras Tour Concert Film

And who knows, since Taylor Swift is directing a movie for Disney and her Folklore album documentary is on Disney+, maybe The Eras Tour Film will eventually be available to stream too! Stay tuned to DFB for the latest news.

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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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9 Disney DEALS You Don’t Want to MISS

Don’t move a muscle otherwise, you might just miss the sales happening right now before the week is out!

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Listen, it’s like the time is on overdrive lately and we don’t want you to miss a single opportunity to save some coin on your Disney merch purchases! That’s what we’re here for and we pulled together a list of the deals on the merch and the other essentials you’ve been looking for. Without further ado, let’s jump right in!

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With so many sales happening at shopDisney right now we’ve got to just jump right in. Let’s go!

First up, before the summer flees, check out the “So Long Summer Sale Up to 40% Off On Clothing, Accessories, & More.”

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Don’t miss out on them. They’ll go quick!

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For additional savings, there’s a code for 25% off Sitewide, but it only lasts until Sunday — just type in DISNEYPAL at checkout in the promos section.

Shop this Luisa Loungefly Mini Backpack for 25% Off

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You did say you were on the hunt for a new backpack to take with you to the parks, right? How about repping your Encanto love while you’re at it?

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Shop this Stitch Drawstring Bag for 25% Off

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Or maybe this Stitch drawstring bag is more your speed?

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There’s also an opportunity to get $5 Off each plush when you purchase 2 or more.

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Don’t miss out on them. They’ll go quick!

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Shop this Grogu Plush in Pumpkin Shell for $18 with any purchase

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You can’t beat having Grogu and a pumpkin shell. He’ll definitely get you ready for the spooky season.

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Shop this Mickey Mouse Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween 2023 Plush for $18 with any purchase

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And here’s how he looks in the dark:

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It’s Mickey. He’s looking so dapper and he glows in the dark. Do we have to say more?!

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Shop this Minnie Mouse Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween 2023 Plush for $18 with any purchase

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And here’s how she looks in the dark:

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And if you’re getting a Mickey Mouse plush, you might as well get his main squeeze too.

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Shop this Disney Sketch Cosmetic Case by Dooney & Bourke for $45 (normally $64)

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With select Dooney & Bourke purchases, you can grab this cosmetic case for a $19 discount. It has a zip top closure, leather trims, and a fully lined interior making it a wonderful accessory for keeping your beauty essentials organized.

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Shop this Mickey Mouse Sketch Art Dooney & Bourke Crossbody Bag

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What purchases qualify? Well, this bag is one of them! This crossbody bag is covered in a fun black and white sketch art of your favorite Mickey Mouse.

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We’ll continue to keep you updated with any and all Disney news and updates, so make sure to follow along for more.

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Will you be checking out any of these deals? Let us know in the comments!

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