Month: May 2024

Disneyland Paris to Add ‘Up’ Scene to Storybook Land Canal Boats

The Pixar movie “Up” is the latest announced addition to Le Pays des Contes de Fées, the Disneyland Paris version of the Storybook Land Canal Boats.

‘Up’ Scene Coming to Le Pays des Contes de Fées at Disneyland Paris

Concept art of "Up" scene in Le Pays des Contes de Fées at Disneyland Paris.

2024 marks the 30th anniversary of Le Pays des Contes de Fées, and in celebration, the attraction is undergoing a refurbishment that includes the addition of three new scenes. Last year, Disneyland Paris announced the addition of “Frozen” and “Winnie the Pooh.” Now, “Up” has been confirmed as the third scene and finale to the attraction, replacing a scene from “Return to Oz.”

The boat ride will take guests past Carl and Russell as they land Carl’s house near Paradise Falls. Kevin can be seen hiding in the area nearby. Keith Rector, Art Director at Walt Disney Imagineering Paris shared the following about the new scene:

What makes Le Pays des Contes de Fées so unique is that the attraction’s main character is its miniaturized storybook architecture. Carl’s flying house in ‘Up’  is an icon from this story, so strong that we felt it would be fitting as a finale to the attraction.

You can watch our ride-through POV of Le Pays des Contes de Fées before its refurbishment in the video below:

What do you think of the three scenes chosen as additions to Le Pays des Contes de Fées? Let us know in the comments below.

For the latest Disney Parks news and info, follow WDW News Today on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

The post Disneyland Paris to Add ‘Up’ Scene to Storybook Land Canal Boats appeared first on WDW News Today.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios to Implement Virtual Queue for Star Wars Day 2024 Merchandise

Virtual Queue will be used for the purchasing of Star Wars Day merchandise on May 4, 2024.

Star Wars Day Merchandise Virtual Queue

Star Wars Day May the 4th merchandise

On May 4, a.k.a. “Star Wars Day” or “May the 4th,” any guests wanting to purchase new and limited-edition items themed to Star Wars Day will use Virtual Queue. The 2024 collection will include adult and youth clothing, collectibles, and pins. We got an early preview of these items in April, when much of the collection hit the Disney Store website.

Once their Virtual Queue time arrives, guests can head to Stage 1 Company Store at Disney’s Hollywood Studios to shop. We just saw the same system put in place for those wanting to purchase items celebrating the 35th Anniversary of Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Star Wars Day May the 4th merchandise

To use Virtual Queue on May 4, guests must have valid theme park admission. The queue will open up at 7 a.m. on the My Disney Experience app. Guests do not need to be in Hollywood Studios when requesting to join the queue.

Will you be using the Virtual Queue to purchase Star Wars Day merchandise? Let us know in the comments below.

For the latest Disney Parks news and info, follow WDW News Today on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

The post Disney’s Hollywood Studios to Implement Virtual Queue for Star Wars Day 2024 Merchandise appeared first on WDW News Today.

Photos: New Orange Bird Bus Wrap Debuts at Walt Disney World

Another new bus wrap design has made its debut at Walt Disney World, this time featuring the beloved Orange Bird. What’s Happening: Similar in design to other character centric bus wraps featuring characters like Mickey, Minnie, and their friends, is this brand new Orange Bird design. We spotted a bus sporting this design outside the […]

The post Photos: New Orange Bird Bus Wrap Debuts at Walt Disney World appeared first on LaughingPlace.com.

NEWS: A Popular Budget Airline Is Adding 3 NEW Routes to Orlando Airport SOON

When are you heading to Disney World next?

Magic Kingdom

Whether you’re planning on driving or flying, it’s always a great time to plan your next visit if you ask us! And, for folks flying out of these three cities, it’s about to be even easier to get to the Most Magical Place on Earth!

Click here to subscribe

Heads up, travelers! Allegiant Air is beginning new service out of Orlando International Airport (MCO)! WFTV reports that the routes will include flights to and from Asheville, North Carolina; Allentown, Pennsylvania; and Knoxville, Tennessee.

©Allegiant Airlines

Here’s a look at when Allegiant will begin flying each of these routes:

  • May 3 — Asheville, North Carolina, via Asheville Regional Airport
  • May 16– Allentown, Pennsylvania, via Lehigh Valley International Airport
  • May 17 — Knoxville, Tennessee, via McGhee Tyson Airport

Allegiant already operates out of Orlando-Sanford International Airport, so now travelers will have two Orlando airports to choose from when flying with this popular budget airline! Fares start as low as $49 one way to MCO!

Sanford Airport

“We are thrilled to offer Allegiant travelers new destination options taking off this Spring. The announcement of new service is a celebration of the success we’ve had in these markets,” shared Drew Wells, senior vice president of revenue and planning and chief revenue officer at Allegiant when the news was first announced.

Stay tuned to DFB for the latest travel news that could impact your next trip to Disney World!

Put These 6 Massive Flight SALES on Your Calendar

Where are you traveling to next? Tell us in the comments.

The post NEWS: A Popular Budget Airline Is Adding 3 NEW Routes to Orlando Airport SOON first appeared on the disney food blog.

Virtual Queue to Be Used for Star Wars Day Merchandise Release at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Guests looking to purchase this year’s exclusive Star Wars Day merchandise tomorrow at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will have to make use of a virtual queue. What’s Happening: As with the release of the 35th anniversary merchandise earlier this week, Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be using a virtual queue for the release of this year’s “May the 4th […]

The post Virtual Queue to Be Used for Star Wars Day Merchandise Release at Disney’s Hollywood Studios appeared first on LaughingPlace.com.

Kawaii Gallery Banners Return to Japan Pavilion at EPCOT

The banners for the Bijutsu-kan Gallery featuring a “kawaii” exhibit have returned to the Japan Pavilion of EPCOT.

Japan Pavilion Banners

View of a Japan pavilion-style castle with blue rooftops, surrounded by modern facilities under a sunny sky in EPCOT. People and a stroller are visible in the foreground.

The banners have been missing for nearly two weeks, since at least April 19. Their six bamboo poles remained in flowerbeds to the side of the gallery building’s entrance.

A traditional Japanese pavilion with white walls and dark blue roof tiles, surrounded by greenery under a clear blue sky. People are walking near the entrance.

The six banners are back and appear unchanged. However, it’s possible they have been completely replaced but the new banners have the same designs.

Entrance of a Japanese-style building with banners and a traditional gate under a clear blue sky at the Japan pavilion.

The set on the right includes a blue banner reading, “Irasshai.” This is a welcoming greeting in Japanese.

Banners with Japanese text and cute illustrations hang beside a traditional building in the Japan Pavilion, featuring tiled roofs and stone walls under a clear sky.

A banner advertising the exhibit reads “Kawaii” in colorful bubble letters. A cutesy bowl of rice with wide eyes is pictured. “Japan’s Cute Culture” is at the bottom of the banner.

Banners with the word "konnichiwa" hung in a traditional Japan Pavilion setting, featuring manicured trees and a stone wall.

“Konnichiwa,” a common Japanese greeting, is on a banner on the left side. A white banner features the greeting in blue kanji.

Three vertical banners with "konnichiwa," Japanese characters, and "Japan's kawaii culture" against a blue sky and Japan pavilion background.

The “Kawaii” banner on this side features a green dinosaur.

For the latest Disney Parks news and info, follow WDW News Today on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

The post Kawaii Gallery Banners Return to Japan Pavilion at EPCOT appeared first on WDW News Today.

New ‘Star Wars’ Shirts & Cardigan at Walt Disney World

More and more new “Star Wars” merchandise is trickling into Walt Disney World Resort ahead of May the 4th (Star Wars Day).

We found a few new “Star Wars” shirts and a new cardigan at Keystone Clothiers in Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Star Wars “Rule the Galaxy” Shirt – $39.99

A light tan shirt with a tie at the waist, hanging on a rack.

This shirt is a light tan color. It’s covered in tiny stars and swirls behind X-Wings and TIE Fighters. The Imperial logo is in black near the hem, which is tied.

A close-up of embroidery along a T-shirt neckline that reads, "Rule the Galaxy."

“Rule the galaxy” is embroidered along the left shoulder, curving with the neckline. The letters are black and cursive.

“May the Force be With You” Cardigan – $64.99

A white cardigan hanging on a rack.

The open cardigan is white.

A close-up of embroidery on the right side of a cardigan that reads, "May the Force Be With You."

“May the Force be with you” is embroidered in black thread along the right side of the cardigan. Tiny black stars are around the cursive letters.

An embroidered Rebel Alliance logo on a white cardigan.

The Rebel Alliance logo with more stars is on the left side of the cardigan.

Long-Sleeved “A Long Time Ago” Shirt – $44.99

A reporter's hand holding a black long-sleeve shirt with white embroidery on the chest.

This long-sleeved black tee has the famous opening words of every “Star Wars” film on the chest: “A long time ago in a galaxy far far away…”

A close-up of the embroidery, which features TIE Fighters and an X-Wing alongside the phrase, "A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away..."

The quote is embroidered in white with stars around it. A looping line cuts through the quote, with an X-Wing at one end and two TIE Fighters at the other.

R2-D2 Shirt – $39.99

A reporter's hand holding a white T-shirt with embroidery of R2-D2 on the chest.

This shirt is white with short sleeves. R2-D2 is embroidered in black on the left breast.

A close-up of R2-D2 embroidered in black thread on a white T-shirt. The phrase "Beep Boop" is embroidered in script below him.

There are small black stars around him.

A reporter's hand holding a white shirt with black embroidered running up the spine.

Running down the spine is “May the Force be with you,” also embroidered in black with stars.

A close-up of the phrase "May the Force Be With You" embroidered in black thread along the spine of a white shirt.

The Will Gay “Star Wars” collection is also available at Keystone Clothiers.

For the latest Disney Parks news and info, follow WDW News Today on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

The post New ‘Star Wars’ Shirts & Cardigan at Walt Disney World appeared first on WDW News Today.