WATCH: Pressing Issues Tonight at 8PM – Disneyland Expansion, Fireworks Designer, Facial Recognition

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Tonight on Pressing Issues, we will discuss the following topics: The Announced Expansion of the Disneyland Resort Disney is Hiring a Principal Fireworks Designer Facial Recognition at Park Entrances and more! Tune in live at 8:00 PM EDT on our YouTube channel or watch below.        

WATCH: Pressing Issues Tonight at 8PM – Touch of Disney California Adventure, MobileMagic, Moana Tiki Room

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Tonight on Pressing Issues, we will discuss the following topics: One of our panelists went to Touch of Disney and gives a full report Chapek claims Guest Satisfaction is up MobileMagic – a suitable replacement for MagicBands? Moana Tiki Room overlay concept art and more! Tune in live at 8:00 PM EST on our YouTube … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: “A Touch of Disney” Event in Disney California Adventure 3/20/21 (New Food Items, Cars Land at Night, Physical Distancing Preparations in Stores, and More!)

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It’s now the third day of “A Touch of Disney” at Disney’s California Adventure! We were here Thursday and Friday but today, let’s look at some of the new food offerings at the event, Cars Land at night, preparations in unopened stores, and more! We entered the Mickey & Friends parking structure at 11:30 AM. … Read more

Only Disneyland Resort Sit-Down Restaurants With Outdoor Seating Will Reopen With the Parks

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The good news? Disneyland Resort theme parks are reopening to guests April 30! The bad? California’s indoor dining restrictions will severely limit dining options. Under California’s Tier 2 “red” phased reopening, indoor dining may not be offered. Because Disneyland Resort has only a handful of dining locations that offer outdoor seating, guest choices may be … Read more

Disneyland Resort Reopening Only to California Residents Until Further Notice, Implementing New Theme Park Reservation System

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Because theme park capacity will be significantly limited to comply with governmental requirements and promote physical distancing, the Disneyland Resort will manage attendance through a new theme park reservation system that requires all guests to obtain a reservation for park entry in advance. To enter a park, both a park reservation and valid admission for … Read more

WATCH: Pressing Issues Tonight at 8PM – Another Take on EPCOT Food & Wine, Cali Parks Reopening, MobileMagic Rollout

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Tonight on Pressing Issues, we will discuss the following topics: One of the panelists gives her take on EPCOT Food & Wine after a recent visit Universal Studios Hollywood leads the way on California Parks reopening MobileMagic – a suitable replacement for MagicBands? and more! Tune in live at 8:00 PM EST on our YouTube … Read more

Now Closed for a Year, Disneyland Resort Thanks Guests for Past and Future Memories

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Today marks one year since the closure of Disneyland Resort due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Through a simple but heartwarming message on Instagram, Disneyland Resort thanks Guests for past and future memories they share. For all the memories we share… and those we still have to make… Thank You. From the Cast of Disneyland Resort … Read more

Disney Stock Reaches Historical High on Hopes of Disneyland Reopening

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Walt Disney Company (DIS) shares reached a new level today, closing at $201.91. That represents an $11.92 (6.27%) increase over yesterday. The stock is flying high on news that Disneyland is cleared to reopen as soon as April 1, 2021. According to Schaeffer’s Investment Research, DIS shares are up 70% year-over-year. Disney stock previously hit … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (3/5/21): First Look at Moana Rooms, Disneyland to Reopen as Early as April 1, Disney Teases Possible Contemporary Resort Retheme, Harmonious Barge Testing Fountains, Park Hours Extended, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Friday, March 5, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

UPDATE: Disneyland Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood Presidents Excited to Announce Reopening Dates Soon

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Disneyland Resort President Ken Potrock stated that he “can’t wait” to announce the reopening date for the Disneyland Resort. California’s adjusted Blueprint for a Safer Economy will allow theme parks to reopen when their host county reaches the red tier. Orange County and Los Angeles counties are currently in the more severe purple tiers, but … Read more

Two Weeks of Additional “A Touch of Disney” Tickets Released Due to Extreme Popularity

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The extreme popularity of the “Touch of Disney” ticketed event led Disney to announce a two-week extension of the limited time offering today. A virtual queue opened for tickets this afternoon, but the website was so overwhelmed by the popularity that it almost instantly crashed. While still waiting in the queue, an update was announced … Read more

Virtual Queue Now Open to Purchase Tickets for “A Touch of Disney” Event at Disneyland Resort

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A brand new ticketed event begins on March 18 for a limited time at Disney’s California Adventure. The event is described as a way to “rediscover the magic of the Disneyland Resort through the sights, sounds and flavors you’ve been craving”. The queue is officially open and you can purchase tickets here when they are … Read more

Orange County Case Rate Drop Makes Disneyland Reopening Seem Hopeful for Summer 2021

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Orange County, California’s COVID-19 cases have been steadily dropping. This week, the county met two out of three metrics needed before it could drop from the purple tier to the more relaxed red tier. The share of COVID-19 tests coming back positive countywide and among hard-hit neighborhoods have both met the red tier goals for … Read more

WATCH: Pressing Issues Tonight at 8PM – Monstrosity in World Showcase Lagoon, DCA Hard Ticket Event, Universal’s Mardi Gras

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Tonight on Pressing Issues, we will discuss the following topics: That Giant Thing in World Showcase Lagoon that everyone’s talking about Grand Californian DVC Reopening in May The $75 DCA Hard-Ticket Event that includes no rides or attractions Universal’s Mardi Gras Festival and how it compares to EPCOT festivals and more! Tune in live at … Read more

WATCH: Pressing Issues Tonight at 8PM – 50th Anniversary Announcements, Ticketing Changes, Disneyland Reopening

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Tonight on Pressing Issues, we will discuss the following topics: Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Announcements Walt Disney World Ticketing Changes The Path to Disneyland Reopening and more! Tune in live at 8:00 PM EST on our YouTube channel or watch below. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRIVd5Ci1bTQqJB_T4q_Jgg

Disneyland Hopeful of Launching New Annual Pass Membership Program When Allowed to Open

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Disneyland Resort has been closed since March 2020. With no definite schedule to reopen, Disney Parks announced the suspension of its Annual Pass program earlier this month. A new Annual Pass “membership” program is expected to launch upon the reopening of the resort. However, as the global pandemic is … Read more