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Captain EO is back! February 23!!
That’s right kids. The rumors were all true. While it was originally thought that Captain EO would return for the special Halloween celebration Disneyland had in 2009, there simply wasn’t enough time to do it up right. According to the Disney Parks Blog the official date for it’s return is this Tuesday February 23!!!... »
Letter From a Disney Hater
While my poor infant daughter who has a cold attempts to nap despite having a stuffed-up nose, I came across this article in the LA Times. And this perplexing letter: What I expected: Magic. What I found: It is a run-down amusement park. It feels nothing like the Disney resort in Orlando, Fla. I realize this park... »
Tuesday is Fasting Day for Disney Workers
Listen, I am a pro-union person. I believe that working people usually benefit from having a collective bargaining unit that pits them against management. Because if anyone thinks that management is keeping the best interests of workers in mind, they are absolutely delusional. But. I think that Disney hotel workers and their Unite Here Local 11 are... »
FREE Disneyland 2fer Tickets!!!!
Are you on Twitter yet?? If not, now might be a good time to make an account, and if you are, you need to follow @Disneyland. Not only do they let you know about deals around the resort and provide fun facts now and again, but at 12pm today they will be having their... »
Quick! While It’s Safe!
Alright kiddies. Today officially marks the end of the holiday festivities at the Disneyland Resort. It’s now officially safe to go back to the park. Oh sure, it’s a little chilly out (yes I consider 75 degrees chilly), and no there won’t be any pretty decorations. But the next 2 months will be the... »
Its just days away…
Are you ready for Christmas? What are your holiday plans? »
A Disney Christmas
I cannot remember the last time I was at Disneyland during Christmas. But I think it may be the only time I go in the future. It was amazing, magical and full of holiday cheer. The entire Haunted Mansion is redone in Nightmare Before Christmas attire. The parade and firework show is the best ever. AND... »
Mickey’s Halloween Trick or Treat Party
My family and I were lucky enough to be invited guests to Mickey’s Trick-or-Treat Party being held on select nights this October at California Adventure. We visited on October 2, and luckily, it wasn’t too crowded and the weather was just right. My son, dressed in his “most intimidating knight costume we were able to find on... »
Breaking: Disneyland Resort President Ed Grier Says So-Long
Now it’s time for Ed to say goodbye to all his family. M-I-C See ya real soon! K-E-Y Why? Because… uh… we like you. M-O-U-S-E! We knew the day would come eventually: Ed Grier has joined the ranks of Matt Ouimet, Cynthia Harris and Paul Pressler in the recent revolving-door Resort presidency. Happy retirement Ed! I wonder... »
The Disney Gallery Opens October 2nd!
The all-new Disney Gallery is set to re-open Friday inside the old Bank of Main Street next to Great Moments WIth Mr. Lincoln. The Gallery used to be located above the Pirates of the Caribbean ride until it was closed for conversion to the Disneyland Dream Suite. Now it’s finally back! At least the formerly... »
Disneyland’s Halloween Fireworks!
If you want some spooky spoilers, here’s a nice video of Disneyland’s Halloween Screams Fireworks! If you can see this, then you might need a Flash Player upgrade or you need to install Flash Player if it's missing. Get Flash Player from Adobe. This is Disney at its best people. If you haven’t gotten out... »
Can’t Get Enough Disney?
Then the new Disney Parks blog is for you. Written by various employees and cast members, this is the new go-to place to find out what is going on at the Disney Parks. And if that isn’t enough, they even have @DisneyParks Twitter account and the @DisneylandNews Twitter account to satisfy your Disney fix. Hmmm, I’m... »
Bye Bye Honey, Hello Laugh Floor
With the fate of Captain EO still uncertain, only one thing is for sure (and by “for sure” I mean probably), Honey, I Shrunk the Audience (HISTA) is getting ready for its final bow. Our friends over at Mice Age recently reported on the EO woes and they seem certain that whether... »
Wicked Fun For Everyone
Have you seen the newest advertisement for HalloweenTime at the Disneyland Resort? We so often see the happier characters in these ads, this time the villains get to shine. If you can see this, then you might need a Flash Player upgrade or you need to install Flash Player if it's missing. Get Flash Player... »
To Disney or Not To Disney … That is My Question
I’m sure many of you know my fellow Metblogger Jon has a bit of a thing for Disneyland … as I’m sure many of you do too. I’m now going to say two things that most of you need to be sitting down for – thank goodness that you’re on your computer, the odds are... »