Shanghai Disneyland Reinstating Annual Passes With New Pearl Pass and Discount Limit

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Shanghai Disney Resort is reinstating their Annual Pass program with a few updates. Annual Passes to Shanghai Disneyland were first introduced back in January 2019, almost three years after the park first opened. The current three tiers are Crystal, Sapphire, and Diamond. They have not been available for purchase since March 2023. The Crystal pass … Read more

BREAKING: New Photos Inside Zootopia Land at Shanghai Disney Resort, Attraction Name Revealed, and More

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Shanghai Disney Resort has shared a first look inside the new Zootopia land, revealed the attraction name, and more. Zootopia: Hot Pursuit In Zootopia: Hot Pursuit, guests will become a rookie police officer at the Zootopia Police Department (ZPD). The ride is set after the events of “Zootopia,” as residents of the animal city are … Read more

Full List of 2023 Easter Treats at Shanghai Disney Resort, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, and Tokyo Disney Resort

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It’s the first day of spring, and we’re excited to report the full list of Easter treats made available to guests at several international Disney resorts! Shanghai Disneyland CookieAnn Bakery Café (Available through May 31)  Il Paperino (Available through May 31)  Mickey & Pals Market Café (Available through May 31)  Royal Banquet Hall (Available on weekends through May 31)  … Read more

Guest Gets Bumped by Wheelchair and Waits at Exit for a Fight, Mark Parker Named New Disney Chairman, Updated Land Use Allows for More Walt Disney World Parks, & More: Daily Recap (1/11/23)

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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 Wednesday, January 11, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

First Look Inside Donald’s Dine ‘n Delights Restaurant at Shanghai Disney Resort

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Shanghai Disney Resort has released the first images of the completed Donald’s Dine ‘n Delights bistro in Disneytown at Shanghai Disney Resort. A statue of Donald greets guests at the restaurant’s entrance. The bistro is surrounded with frosted glass windows. Stained glass images of Donald and his friends line the interior of the restaurant. A … Read more

Shanghai Disneyland Increasing Ticket Prices Beginning in June 2023

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Shanghai Disneyland has announced that they will be increasing their park ticket prices beginning in June 2023. Shanghai Disneyland uses a four-tier pricing structure — regular, regular plus, peak, and peak plus. Here are the updated rates and definitions: A discount of approximately 25% will continue to be provided to children (aged 3 to 11 … Read more

Shanghai Disney Resort Premiere of ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ Included New Avatar-themed Projections & Fireworks at Enchanted Storybook Castle

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Last night, “Avatar: The Way of Water” had its China premiere at the Walt Disney Grand Theater in Disneytown at the Shanghai Disney Resort. Invited guests were treated to a special Avatar-themed nighttime show at Shanghai Disneyland theme park. The nearly three-and-a-half-minute show consisted of numerous fireworks and exquisite projects illuminating Enchanted Storybook Castle. As … Read more

CEO Bob Iger Speaks Out About Gun Control, Disney Cruise Line Announces Destinations for Early 2024, & More: Daily Recap (12/7/22)

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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 Wednesday, December 7, 2022. Walt Disney World EPCOT … Read more

Shanghai Disneyland Reopening on December 8

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The Shanghai Disneyland Resort has had a rough time staying open due to China’s “dynamic zero-COVID” strategy. The park, which reopened on November 25, closed four days later. Now, the park is being reopened on Thursday, December 8, 2022. At this time, the park will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and some … Read more

BREAKING: Shanghai Disneyland Closing AGAIN on November 29

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Shanghai Disney Resort will be closed AGAIN beginning November 29, 2022. Shanghai Disneyland had just reopened on November 25th after having been closed due to COVID-19 since October 31, soon after an announcement that the resort was reducing capacity and workforce due to COVID-19. The resort was closed from March through late June of this year, as well. … Read more

Shanghai Disneyland Announces Parade Featuring ‘Zootopia,’ New ‘Snowies’ Plush, and More Christmas Offerings

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Shanghai Disneyland has announced their Christmas 2022 offerings, including a new cavalcade featuring “Zootopia” characters and a series of plush called “Snowies.” Shanghai Disneyland just reopened today after a month-long closure due to COVID-19. The new Disney Winter Frostival will begin on Monday, November 28, 2022. Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde will ride their own … Read more

Shanghai Disneyland Reopening November 25

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Shanghai Disneyland will reopen tomorrow, November 25, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. The resort has been closed due to COVID-19 since October 31, soon after an announcement that the resort was reducing capacity and workforce due to COVID-19. The resort was closed from March through late June of this year, as well. Check out photos of the neglect and overgrowth that … Read more

Shanghai Disneyland Reducing Capacity and Workforce Once Again Due To COVID-19

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Starting today, October 29, 2022, Shanghai Disneyland is operating with a reduced workforce so employees can comply with COVID-19 pandemic control measures. Some experiences will not be available temporarily. Guests are able to get refunds or exchanges for their affected vacations. This is the second time this month that this has occurred. Read the announcement … Read more

Skyline Takes Shape at ‘Zootopia’ Expansion in Shanghai Disneyland

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While we’re not sure when we’ll get to “Try Everything” in the upcoming “Zootopia”-themed land at Shanghai Disneyland, we have seen another momentous occasion marked as parts of the Zootopia skyline takes shape at the site! In these photos tweeted by former Imagineer Morgan Lee Richardson from the Shanghai Disney Resort release, we see the … Read more

No Reopening Date in Sight for Shanghai Disney Resort

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Shanghai Disney Resort closed in March of this year due to a surge of COVID-19 cases and no reopening date has been announced. During today’s earnings call, The Walt Disney Company indicated that a reopening date was not in sight yet. Meanwhile, Hong Kong Disneyland reopened in April after closing in January due to COVID-19.

Shanghai Disney Resort Announces Contract With McDonald’s to Release Happy Meal Toys

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Shanghai Disney Resort has announced a multi-year contract with McDonald’s China to release Disney toys in Happy Meals. The first round of toys inspired by characters and attractions at Shanghai Disney Resort will be available until March 29, 2022. The promotional image shows a train of Disney characters in ride vehicles, including Pluto in an … Read more