Out of an abundance of caution Disney has decided to close its theme parks in the U.S. due to Coronavirus concerns. This comes after having closed Shanghai Disney and Tokyo Disney.
For the first time since 2012 Disneyland has a new Made with Magic ear hat. Disney has created the hat and a Made with Magic paintbrush to celebrate Disneyland’s 60th anniversary. It’s part of the Disneyland Diamond Celebration!
Each item is designed with the anniversary in mind. The hat has a special pattern and a specially designed patch for the celebration. Disney has also made the new hat lighter and improved the overall fit.
The paintbrush has a bunch of different light-up functions and it works the same way Mickey’s wand works. For instance, the paintbrush can be used to change the colors and patterns of the ear hats and other Made with Magic products.
These will also work with some of the nighttime shows at Disneyland and other Disney destinations around the world. You will be able to find the ear hat and paintbrush in select merchandise locations in Disneyland.
Thanks for reading!
*Liz*
Source: Disney Parks Blog
This is so fun! The Disney Infinity team has created a special Toy Box for Disneyland’s 60th anniversary.
Here’s what you get with the new Disneyland Toy Box:
You can download Disneyland Toy Box and check out the video below to see it in action.
https://youtu.be/M_pbWmzwYJ0
Thanks for reading!
*Liz*
Source: Disney Parks Blog
It’s unfortunate, but it happens a lot on Facebook. People create these fake accounts and get people’s hopes up that they could win a trip to Disney World.
Seriously, these people who create the fake accounts are pathetic. They find joy in giving those, who may never be able to afford a Disney trip, the hope that they could win a trip from them. It’s sad when you read the comments. People thank them over and over and say they would never be able to go and that they are so grateful to be able to enter this contest. Others actually put more personal details in their comments, probably thinking that will help their chances of winning the “contest.” It really is very mean and I feel so bad for all the people they dupe.
It’s easy to be tricked by them. They use a picture that looks like it is an official Disney picture and the title of the page, at first glance, looks official too. It’s easy to miss the period at the end.
How do you tell a scammer account? First and foremost the pictures that go along with the “contest” usually look like a table full of handmade goodie bags you would see at a child’s birthday party.
Second, the name on the account will have a dash or a period in it; Disney’s Facebook Accounts have no dashes or periods. The names on the accounts are the full name of the destination: Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, etc.
Lastly, the fake accounts are not verified accounts. When you do a search for Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, or any of Disney’s official pages, you will see a white checkmark in a blue circle. Hover over the checkmark and it will say “Verified Page,” so you know it’s a legitimate Disney page.
I’m not sure what these people gain from having people comment and share the pictures, but I would imagine they do something with the names they collect. Also, if there is a link in the post, DO NOT CLICK ON THE LINK. Clicking on the link is probably how they collect information.
So, if you a contest seems suspect to you, I would play it safe and not comment, share, or click on any links. The best thing to do would be to report the page to Facebook and hopefully they will take it down quickly.
Thanks for reading!
*Liz*
Disney World isn’t the only park streaming a 24-hour event today. Disneyland is kicking off their 60th anniversary celebration today with their own 24-hour event! Plus, they have six different live streaming views!
Find the link for these streams at Disneylandevent.com.
Disney is starting a Disneyland Diamond Days sweepstakes in Disneyland. This is to help celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Disneyland Resort.
This is a text-in contest for those that are visiting Disneyland and are present to accept the prizes. There will be a daily prize package that includes an individualized tour of the parks. In addition the winners will get preferred access to select attractions, dining and VIP viewing for some of the nighttime shows.
Disneyland will also be doing a weekly contest where guests can win Disneyland Resort prizes and experiences, including authentic diamonds. These diamonds are custom-engraved just for Disney! One and two-carat Disney Diamonds will be awarded as part of the celebration and the first week begins 5 a.m. PT on May 22 and goes until 6:59 a.m. PT on May 29.
To enter the contest and see the sweepstakes details, click here.
Thanks for reading!
*Liz*
Source: Disney Parks Blog
To take part in all the fun celebrations in Disneyland for the 60th anniversary, contact Starts With a Wish Travel by Liz!
The premiere performances of “Paint the Night” parade and “Disneyland Forever” fireworks happen on May 21. If you can’t be there don’t worry, Disney has you covered.
Disney Parks Blog will webcast the performances live. There will be four different views to choose from: two overlooking Sleeping Beauty Castle and two on Main Street U.S.A. The fun will start 8:30 p.m. PDT.
Not only that, but they will also have live webcasts from the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration 24-hour event. The same four views will be available, as well as two more views inside California Adventure park (from Cars Land and Paradise Pier).
Thanks for reading!
*Liz*
Source: Disney Parks Blog
Disney announced today that they will once again be sailing from New York City to both the Bahamas and Canada! This will come to a relief to many people up north who were disappointed when the New York sailings had stopped.
In addition, they will also be sailing from Miami and Galveston, Texas with new options from these ports. Check out the video for more information:
https://youtu.be/aXpg3d8Mm6w
Here is an idea of what to expect on the new sailings:
New York
Miami
Galveston
Bookings for these new voyages will be open on May 20.
Source: Disney Parks Blog
To start planning your magical getaway on one of Disney’s four cruise ships, contact Starts With a Wish Travel by Liz!
Disney has created a line designed for the discerning gentleman who likes to visit Disney Parks.
The collection is called Twenty Eight & Main and will include lots of fun items with artwork specifically designed for this line. It’s designed after different attractions, shops, shows, characters, and experiences you can find at Disney. Men will be able to find short and long-sleeved shirts, vintage-style T-shirts, hats and more. Plus, there will be accessories including drinkware, D-Tech phone cases, and other travel items.
The signs are pretty fun. Some of the signs they have include a Casey’s Corner sign, a Rocketeer sign, and a sign with Walt’s name.
The way the signs are designed they would fit right into a man cave. They have that vintage look to them. You can find the signs at a small kiosk appropriately called The Sign Shop in the Marketplace Co-Op at Downtown Disney Marketplace.
The inspiration for the name is simple, but a fun fact to know. Twenty Eight is the year of Mickey Mouse’s debut and Main refers to the timeless Main Street, U.S.A.
Twenty Eight & Main will debut this fall in select locations at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. The shirts should be available online this summer.
Thanks for reading!
*Liz*
Source: Disney Parks Blog
It’s May 4 and Star Wars fans can find some fun new merchandise available from Disney.
There are T-shirts, pins, water bottles, and plush. If you are traveling to Disney World soon, you will also be able to find some open edition Star Wars themed Magic bands. There will be two styles, Luke Skywalker and a Stormtrooper. Find them in Hollywood Studios, for $19.95, and you can “link them later.”
The next items that will be available, and that I’m really excited about (the radio jock is coming out), are the Second Edition Star Wars headphones by SMS Audio. These are the official headphones of Disneyland and Walt Disney World. The headphones will be available as Tie Fighter, Chewbacca, R2-D2, and Darth Vader. You will only be able to find them at Tatooine Traders in Hollywood Studios.
Disney has also released a special “I Am Your Father’s Day” T-shirt online from May 4-10.
Here are the stores where you can find the Star Wars items:
Disney World (all in Hollywood Studios):
Thanks for reading and May the 4th be with you!
*Liz*
