D23 Confirms Upcoming Anniversary Celebrations and New Attractions Coming to Disney Parks in 2021

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Though 2020 has caused several delays when it comes to new Disney attractions, 2021 is sure to be a year packed full of excitement. D23 has posted a list of every Disney attraction slated to open in 2021, in addition to all of the Disney Parks anniversaries we have to look forward to. While we … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW “The Game of Life” Disney Parks Theme Park Edition Arrives at Walt Disney World

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The classic board game “The Game of Life” is now available in a Disney Parks Theme Park Edition. Rather than chasing a career and having a family, this version has players explore Disney Parks. Let’s board our PeopleMover game pieces — no cars in this version of “Life” — and take a look. “The Game … Read more

VIDEO: Groot “Rides” Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT

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He’s hooked on a feelin’… he’s high on believin’… He’s Groot! And apparently, he’s getting to ride Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind before any of us (if not rightfully so.) The Disney Parks TikTok account is probably the best thing that’s come from the parks this year, full of honestly creative, funny reels of … Read more

PHOTOS: New Park-Themed Oven Mitts and Mickey Waffle Potholder Arrive at Walt Disney World

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Walt Disney World has two new oven mitts and a potholder that are perfect for anyone putting together a Disney Parks-themed kitchen. Mad Tea Party Oven Mitt – $14.99 This first oven mitt has a stack of Mad Tea Party cups printed on the side. One tea cup’s handle sticks out of the mitt as … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Disney Parks Launching New “When You’re Ready” Campaign with “There’s a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow” Theme

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Disney Parks is launching a new “When You’re Ready” campaign, with the theme of “There’s a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow.” The campaign was announced during today’s IAAPA Expo. The video features fans enjoying Disney at home and counting down to future Disney Parks trips. Watch the video for the new ad campaign below. Source: DLP … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Starbucks Disney Parks Holiday Tumbler and Ornament Arrive at Walt Disney World

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Even though the calendar may not say it, as far as merchandise goes, the holidays are in full swing around Walt Disney World, and Starbucks has put even more magic in our stocking with a new Disney Parks tumbler and ornament! We previously saw these at the Disneyland Resort, but they’ve made their way east … Read more

PHOTOS: New Tokyo-Inspired Disney Parks Snack Pens with Tiny Food Packaging Released at Walt Disney World

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Looking for a new set of pens to start your school year off right, or perhaps just to brighten up your office space? While visiting the newly reopened Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, we found exactly what you’re looking for, with a brand new Disney Parks pen set featuring our favorite Disney snacks, inspired … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney Parks Exclusive Version of Jungle Cruise Adventure Game Arrives at Disneyland Resort

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Maybe you can’t replace your wisecracking Skipper while riding the Jungle Cruise at Disneyland, but you can pretend to do so on your next game night. Pick up your copy of the Disney Parks edition of the Jungle Cruise Adventure Game to experience the attraction at home. The box art alone transports you to the … Read more

Josh D’Amaro Discusses Disney Parks Reopening in New Interview, Says “We’re Ready” to Reopen Disneyland Resort Parks When Guidelines Permit

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Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro says that Disney is “ready” to reopen the parks of the Disneyland Resort as soon as California guidelines allow in a recent interview. D’Amaro recently made the statement on “The Dow Report,” a show hosted by U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Roger Dow. As he stated, … Read more

Disney Parks Attendance Still Down 80% Worldwide, According to Deutsche Bank Data

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While reopening their theme parks is a major step on the road to Disney’s economic recovery from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s still a long road ahead. According to StreetInsider.com, Deutsche Bank reported that worldwide Disney Park attendance remains down 80% year-over-year from 2019 per their proprietary geolocation data. For months, parks around … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney Parks Exclusive Version of Jungle Cruise Adventure Board Game Released at Disney World

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Looking to bring some adventure to your next game night? Then look no further than this very special Disney Parks edition of the Jungle Cruise Adventure Game. This board game, created by Ravensburger, originally was released on June 1st, 2020. However, this version of the game is slightly different than the one you can purchase … Read more

D23 Celebrates 65 Years of Disney Theme Parks with Fall 2020 Issue of “Disney twenty-three”, Plus Gold and Gold Family Member Exclusive Pin Set on shopDisney

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To mark 65 years of Disney theme parks, D23 is celebrating the with Fall 2020 issue of “Disney twenty-three” magazine, a Gold and Gold Family member exclusive pin set, sweepstakes, and more! It was 65 years ago that Disneyland first welcomed guests to enjoy a new kind of experience: the theme park. And to mark … Read more

“planDisney” Officially Replaces Disney Parks Moms Panel

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Formerly known as Disney Parks Moms Panel, Disney Parks has officially updated its vacation planning panel. “planDisney” now features a variety of expert Disney guests, both with and without children. Panel members offer park guests a variety of perspectives to ensure that their questions can be thoughtfully answered. Panelists can answer questions about Walt Disney … Read more

BREAKING: Parks, Experiences and Products Loses $2 Billion in Third Quarter, The Walt Disney Company Reports Historic Losses in Revenue Due to COVID-19 Pandemic

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The much-anticipated Q3 FY20 earnings report for The Walt Disney Company was remarkable, as the public was finally able to see the financial hit Disney has taken due to COVID-19 and the subsequent entertainment industry shutdown. We had some insight on how bad this quarter could be for Disney when Universal reported a 94% loss … Read more

Anika Noni Rose, Voice of Princess Tiana in “Princess and the Frog”, Looking Forward to Tiana’s Palace Restaurant at Disney Parks

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With the announcement of Splash Mountain being rethemed to “Princess and the Frog” at both Disneyland Park and the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, fans have been clamoring for a restaurant manned by Tiana herself in the parks as the perfect accompaniment to the new attraction. In an exclusive interview with People Magazine, the … Read more

Disney Parks Attendance “Flat” in Newly-Released 2019 Themed Entertainment Association Report

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Despite the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at both Walt Disney World and the Disneyland Resort, attendance at Disney Parks worldwide showed stagnation last year, and even backslid in some places, according to the newly released 2019 Theme Index and Museum Index published by the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) and AECOM. Worldwide, Walt Disney … Read more