WDWNT Podcaster Chris Lastrapes just spent two days at the Walt Disney World Resort and has a few photos to share with us, so let’s take a look:
There’s still a load of construction walls up around the Magic Kingdom
“it’s a small world” is still behind tarps as the facade is spruced up
Those of you who follow this site regularly know I have little love for the High School Musical film series, but it looks like Starz has given me a reason to perhaps watch High School Musical 3: For more details on the contest and Starz, visit this link
According to Mark Goldhaber’s “Mark My Words” blog on MousePlanet.com: Apparently, Disney will be testing a new Wishes Fireworks Dessert Party in the Magic Kingdom starting on Tuesday. The test will run from June 23 through Saturday, August 29, “near” the Tomorrowland Terrace Noodle Station. Our guess is that it probably will be in the … Read more
After unfortunately not getting into the D23 member event at the Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, our own Chuck Canzoneri decided, why not just go myself. Chuck had the chance to take a complete tour of the Studios, and he brings to us a huge photo report. We’ll start at the Studio Lot, Store, and Plaza:
Welcome to the Walt Disney Studios
The famous intersection of Mickey Ave and Dopey Drive
Chuck and his wife Leigh even got to meet Tony Baxter!
Just a few of the many Disney Legends
As many of you probably already know, Walt Disney World guests now have the ability to make advance dining reservations for select table service restaurants online at DisneyWorld.com. After a few days of testing the system and seeing the in-and-outs of it, I think I’m ready to give a review. Let me just say that … Read more
To go along with our photo report from today’s Los Angeles Lakers victory parade with Kobe Bryant at Disneyland, here’s a press video of the event:
Enter for your chance to meet Tinker Bell and see the Disneyland® Resort in a whole new light as Summer Nightastic generates high-energy excitement, from June 12 through August 23! Fairies fans will be mesmerized by Pixie Hollow Enchantment, an after dark, twinkling light show that unites the Fairies’ hidden talents in a celebration of … Read more
Our very own Shawn Hutchison paid a quick visit to Disneyland today to catch the 10am victory parade with Kobe Bryant in honor of the LA Laker’s NBC championship win. Let’s get to his photos:
Lots of people and film crews waiting to see Kobe
Purple and gold Mickey balloons, the Laker’s colors
The screaming is about to start
Myrna Litt brings us a great report which includes both of California Adventure’s great parades! Let’s get to her photo report:
The new billboards for Summer Nightastic at the Mickey and Friends Tram Station
It was incredibly busy on Monday and Tuesday, as they were 2 of few days this summer that the SoCal and SoCal Select Annual Passholders can see the new entertainment for Summer Nightastic
Some painting going on in the Hub
I don’t think anyone saw this coming to Downtown Disney’s West Side: Hundreds of royal artifacts on view in largest Princess Diana exhibit LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — The People’s Princess Charitable Foundation, Inc. (PPCF) is bringing “DIANA–The People’s Princess” – a major new exhibit of royal artifacts – to Walt Disney World Resort. Opening … Read more
It’s once again time for a photo report from our very own Chuck Canzoneri:
Disney now has a parking lot on the famous strawberry fields. I don’t think it’s open to the public yet though
It must have been busy, as Chuck had to park in Buzz Lightyear!
Lots of nice merchandise, including this Sorcerer Mickey with orange robes for some reason
A very musical Goofy from the Mickey Mouse Club collection
Shere Kahn from The Jungle Book
From The Orlando Business Journal: Stitch’s Supersonic Adventure, an interactive stage show that opened May 5 (Actually, it was May 3rd) at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, will close on June 27. Disney officials wouldn’t say why the show, which opened with much fanfare just six weeks ago, is on the way out. Postings on … Read more
Historic hotel to feature considerable changes to guest rooms, exterior ANAHEIM, CALIF. June 16, 2009 – Beginning in August 2009, Southern California’s landmark Disneyland Hotel will start a significant renovation project that will include major improvements to its guest rooms and considerable changes to the exterior of the hotel. The hotel will remain open during … Read more
Matt Paul has just returned from two day’s of fun at the Walt Disney World Resort and has a plethora of photos to share with us from his journeys, so let’s take a look:
“Celebrate Today!” over and over and over again
I was at the lovely Disneyland Resort today and have some photos to share with everyone:
Signs for the D23 Expo around the Anaheim Resort
Long lines to get into Disneyland at opening
What’s wrong with these Summer Nightastic banners?
There’s a new Honda sweepstakes in the Esplanade to win a new Honda INSiGHT, as well as other smaller prizes
A Summer Nightastic poster by the security tents
After signing up to attend one of the “Vacation As You Wish” live, interactive webcasts presented by the Disney Vacation Club, I was surprised to find a large package arrive in the mail this week, courtesy of the “DVC”:
I had an idea what I was in for when I saw the logo