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  • Select Character Sighting Locations Added to Disney Genie+

    Select Character Sighting Locations Added to Disney Genie+

    The latest update to Disney Genie+ Service has extra … character!

    Starting Jan. 26, Guests who have purchased the Disney Genie+ Service will find select Character Sightings have been added as selections for Lightning Lane entry.

    Keep reading to find out which characters you can see.

    • Cinderella and a Visiting Princess at Princess Fairytale Hall at Magic Kingdom Park
    • Princess Tiana and a Visiting Princess at Princess Fairytale Hall at Magic Kingdom Park
    • Mickey at Town Square Theater at Magic Kingdom Park 
    • Olaf at Celebrity Spotlight at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

    Seeing characters by using the standby entrance will still be available, but the Genie+ option gives guests another way to visit their best pal, Disney Princesses or everyone’s favorite snowman who is worth melting for. These will also still modified experiences; no touching or hugging characters.
    Who are you most excited to see?

    Make sure you contact me at Enchanted Kingdom Vacations with Kimberly to book your next Disney trip.

  • Characters from ‘The Mandalorian Could be Headed to Galaxy’s Edge Replacing Sequel Trilogy Characters

    Characters from ‘The Mandalorian Could be Headed to Galaxy’s Edge Replacing Sequel Trilogy Characters

    Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland and Disney World could be getting new characters including a few from the hit Disney+ series The Madalorian.

    Currently Galaxy’s Edge is centered on the events and characters from the sequel trilogy, but it looks like Disney is ready to expand the experience to include other characters.

    According to Disney historian Jim Hill, on the most recent episode of his Disney Dish podcast, characters from The Mandalorian may soon roam freely in Galaxy’s Edge. Hill states that The Mandalorian, The Child, and characters like Boba Fett and Bo Katan, could soon make appearances at Black Spire Outpost on the planet of Batuu.

    Hill also indicated that Kylo Ren’s ship could be replaced by Mando’s ship. the Razor Crest. Regardless of the ship’s destruction in The Mandalorian season 2, the Razor Crest was also a key part of the show.

    The 14-acre Star Wars-themed land can be found at both Disneyland Park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California and Disney’s Hollywood Studios Park at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. Although the Disneyland version remains closed pending Disneyland Resort’s reopening following its pandemic-related closure, Disney World’s version of Galaxy’s Edge has been open — at limited capacity and with a variety of health and safety protocols — since July.

  • NEW Build-a-Bear Scar Plush Now Available

    NEW Build-a-Bear Scar Plush Now Available

    It’s hard to top the popularity of the Baby Yoda Build-a-Bear, but now they have released a new Scar plush that will that will have you “quiver with fear.”

    This Scar stuffed animal features his signature bright eyes, jet black mane and the Disney The Lion King logo on his paw pad.

    Scar also comes with his “Be Prepared” song sound chip included so you can plot and sing along when you press his paw! Take a look below:

    NEW! Disney The Lion King Scar is wickedly cute as an online exclusive collector’s item. Scar also comes with his “Be…

    Posted by Build-A-Bear Workshop on Friday, August 14, 2020

    The online exclusive can be purchased for $43 and can be bought fully stuffed or unstuffed and you can take it into the store and stuff it.

    The conniving Scar makes a wickedly fun addition to any fan’s collection.

  • New ‘Hocus Pocus’ Spirit Jersey Coming to shopDisney is Wickedly Cute

    New ‘Hocus Pocus’ Spirit Jersey Coming to shopDisney is Wickedly Cute

    A new “Hocus Pocus” spirit jersey is coming soon to shopDisney.com and it’s going to have fans running amok, amok, amok!

    Yesterday marked the 27th anniversary of the release of Disney’s cult classic film making it the perfect time to debut this spellbinding shirt.

    The villainous new shirt is ombré dark and lime green and features the Hocus Pocus logo on the front and caricatures of the Sanderson Sisters on the back. Take a look below:

    Disney hasn’t given a release date or pricing information, but it will probably run near $69.99 as most spirit jersey’s do.

  • How to Meet Your Favorite Characters During Disney World’s Phased Reopening

    How to Meet Your Favorite Characters During Disney World’s Phased Reopening

    Traditional parades and character greetings are on hiatus to promote physical distancing among guests during Disney World’s phased reopening so Disney has reimagined theme park character experiences in new and different ways.

    From cavalcades down Main Street, U.S.A. at Magic Kingdom Park to sailings down Discovery River at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park and much more, characters from dozens of favorite Disney stories will surprise and delight guests across all four theme parks.

    These are just some of the reimagined experiences guests will discover as the theme parks begin their phased reopening.

    Magic Kingdom Park (reopening July 11, 2020)

    • “The Royal Princess Processional” –Several times daily, favorite Disney princesses travel through the streets of Magic Kingdom. Princess Merida leads the way on her steed Angus, followed closely by a gazebo float and crystal castle carrying Cinderella, Tiana, Belle, Jasmine, Snow White, Rapunzel and others.
    • “Mickey and Friends Cavalcade” – Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and their pals pop up throughout the day, inviting everyone to “Get Their Ears On” as they wave to guests along the park’s parade route.
    • Cinderella’s Evil Stepsisters – From time to time, guests in Fantasyland may spot the dastardly Anastasia and Drizella and can interact with them from afar while they’re perched on a balcony of Cinderella Castle.

    Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park (reopening July 11, 2020)

    • “Donald’s Dino Boat Bash!”– Donald Duck, Daisy Duck and Launchpad McQuack wave to guests from their party boat as “Donald’s Dino Bash!” moves from DinoLand U.S.A. to Discovery River.
    • “Discovery River Character Cruise” – Throughout the day, guests can see Timon and Rafiki or Pocahontas with Meeko, who will set sail on the parks’ waterways.
    • Discovery Island Drummers – These high-energy percussionists cruise along Discovery River, entertaining guests on the shore with an energetic beat.

    EPCOT (reopening July 15, 2020)

    • “Mickey and Friends World Tour” – As guests travel around World Showcase, they may come upon Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Pluto and Goofy all out sightseeing and waving to their friends.
    • “Frozen Promenade” – Queen Anna and Elsa venture into the unknown around World Showcase, journeying from country to country and waving hello to guests along the way.

    Disney’s Hollywood Studios (reopening July 15, 2020)

    • Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – While living their own adventures in a galaxy far, far away, guests are likely to come across some familiar faces as they explore Black Spire Outpost on the planet Batuu:
      • Heroes of the Resistance, including Rey, Chewbacca and Vi Moradi, may be spotted on platforms above the garage in Black Spire Station or surveying activity around the spaceport where the Millennium Falcon has landed.
      • A contingent of First Order Stormtroopers join Kylo Ren in patrolling the landing platform at Docking Bay 9 beneath their TIE Echelon assault vehicle.
    • “Pixar Pals Motorcade” – Some of the biggest stars from Pixar Animation Studios’ films arrive on Hollywood Boulevard, from The Incredibles to Toy Story pals and more. They’ll wave to their fans as they head down the avenue accompanied by a celebratory musical score.
    • “Disney Junior Stars Motorcade” – Throughout the day, Disney Junior stars including Fancy Nancy, Doc McStuffins and Vampirina will cruise down Hollywood Boulevard waving to fans from colorful custom convertibles.
  • Merida’s Horse Gets Spooked by Balloon During Magic Kingdom Reopening

    Merida’s Horse Gets Spooked by Balloon During Magic Kingdom Reopening

    “The Most Magical Place on Earth” finally reopened after being closed for nearly four months, but guests recieved a bit of a scare on opening day after a horse was startled during a parade down Main Street USA.

    The incident happened during The Royal Princess Processional at Magic Kingdom when a child’s balloon got caught on the horse’s legs.

    The incident was caught on camera by a guest at the Magic Kingdom. Take a look at the video below:

    As you can see in the YouTube video, Merida’s horse was spooked by a balloon a child was holding and accidentally let go of, which then got wrapped up in the horse’s legs.

    Merida was able to safely get off the horse and it was then walked off of backstage by cast members.

  • Disney and Adidas Releasing a New Goofy Collection Next Month

    Disney and Adidas Releasing a New Goofy Collection Next Month

    Disney and Adidas have teamed up once again and this time fab five favorite Goofy is getting his own collection.

    The whimsical character, which is still scheduled to appear on the Ultra Boost, is displayed in various sports scenarios across each shoes’ uppers. Skate-inspired pairs of the 3MC show Goofy playing baseball and surfing, with the latter activity aptly shown on the silhouette’s more casual, slip-on version. Among the four-piece collection, the standard 3MC is the most vibrant, donning a “Scarlet” palette overlaid with colored-graphics of Goofy.

    The new collection will debut on the adidas webstore come July 1, with prices ranging from $60-70 USD. Take a look at the soon to be released options below:

    3MC X DISNEY SPORT GOOFY SHOES – $70

    The whimsical print on these adidas 3MC x Disney Sport Goofy Shoes represent your favorite childhood character and sport. Wear them at work, at the batting cage or at the park.

    NIZZA X DISNEY SPORT GOOFY SHOES – $65

    Goofy shows his athletic skills on these Nizza Shoes. Have fun sporting the top level of vulcanized sneakers as Disney and Adidas celebrates the world’s biggest sports competition.

    NIZZA X DISNEY SPORT GOOFY SHOES – $65

    Playful graphics featuring Goofy celebrate the world’s biggest sports competition. The print sits atop the legendary shoe that set the standard for vulcanized trainers. Get ready to cheer for your favorite athletes in style.

    3MC SLIP X DISNEY SPORT GOOFY SHOES – $60

    Born for the skate park, reimagined for the daily grind. The adidas 3MC shoes slip on easily so you can get out the door without missing a beat. Because there are a million things to do, and these shoes have a grippy tread that makes them a must-have as you do them all.

  • Baby Yoda and ‘The Mandalorian’ Meet & Greet Coming to Disney Parks

    Baby Yoda and ‘The Mandalorian’ Meet & Greet Coming to Disney Parks

    This is the way! “The Mandalorian” break out star, dubbed “Baby Yoda” by the internet, will soon have a meet and greet at Disney Parks according to recent reports!

    When visiting Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland or Disney World’s Hollywood Studios, you’re sure to see characters like Rey, Kylo Ren, Chebacca, and R2-D2, and with the extreme popularity of “The Mandalorian” it comes as no surprise that “The Child” and Mando might be added to the line up.

    Paul Southern, senior vice president of licensing for Lucasfilm, recently spoke with In The Know and revealed that encounters for “The Mandalorian” characters are currently being worked on. Take a look at what he had to say below:

    “So, the reality is that we feel it’s really important for our guests at the parks to be able to meet all of our key characters on a first-hand, personal basis,” Southern said “And so it’s something we’re working on. We think it’s appropriate, and I think it’s something the guests at the parks can look forward to in the very near future.”

    Since he never takes his helmet off, it wouldn’t be too difficult for Disney to get someone to play “The Mandalorian”, but a fully animatronic “Baby Yoda” could take a little more time to roll out.

    Nothing official has been announced by Lucasfilm or Disney, but this would be an amazing meet & greet opportunity for guests visiting the parks and with the second season of the show streaming this fall, the timing couldn’t be better!

  • First Look: Disney and Pixar’s ‘Onward’ Character Meet & Greet Coming to Disney Parks

    First Look: Disney and Pixar’s ‘Onward’ Character Meet & Greet Coming to Disney Parks

    In Disney and Pixar’s original adventure, “Onward,” teenage elf brothers Ian and Barley Lightfoot embark on an extraordinary quest after being given the chance to spend one more day with their late father and soon, they’ll be making another epic journey to see you at their new meet and greet! 

    On March 5, Ian and Barley will make their Disney Parks debut as part of the Disneyland After Dark: Pixar Nite special event, and beginning the next day – the same day “Onward” hits theaters – you’ll be able to meet them daily at Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure park. Soon, the elf brothers will also make their way to Hong Kong Disneyland, to meet guests and then join in the fun with the return of the Pixar Water Play Street Party! 

    Set in a suburban fantasy world, “Onward” introduces us to Ian Lightfoot, a 16-year-old elf who yearns for the father he lost before he was born. Ian is sweet and determined with the best of intentions, but his lack of confidence and nervous energy trips him up more often than not. Ian is convinced that if only he had his father’s guidance, his life wouldn’t be so complicated and messy. 

    Ian’s older brother Barley Lightfoot is a big, boisterous 19-year-old elf who loves magic and immerses himself in fantasy role-playing games. He’s a free spirit who may be slightly more passionate about the past than the present. When their late father inadvertently sends Barley and Ian on an epic quest together – one highlighted by mystery and magic – Barley fires up his beloved and mostly dependable van Guinevere and never looks back. 

    Disney and Pixar’s “Onward” releases in U.S. theaters on March 6, 2020, so make plans to see the movie and then head to Disney Parks to say “Hail, fellows!” to Ian and Barley! Before you go, be sure to check out the latest products inspired by the film, available now at shopDisney.com and at Disney Parks around the world. 

  • New Rooftop Character Dining Experience Now at Disney World

    New Rooftop Character Dining Experience Now at Disney World

    Start your morning with breakfast at this beautiful rooftop restaurant offering an exclusive character dining experience in Topolino’s Terrace at Riviera Resort.

    The prix fixe menu offers delicious choices to please everyone in the family. While enjoying breakfast and the bird’s eye views, meet some of your favorite Disney Friends for a perfect photo and autograph opportunity!

    You may find yourself mingling with Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Daisy Duck—stylishly dressed from head to toe in outfits unique to Topolino’s Terrace as you can see below:

    Daisy the ballerina
    Minnie the poet
    Donald the sculptor
    Mickey the painter

    Breakfast begins with fresh pastries—delicious Danish, croissants, blueberry scones, or Epi bread—a rustic pull-apart baguette shaped like a wheat stalk. Your choice of entrées follows: Quiche Gruyère with house-made pancetta, Sour Cream Waffle, Wood-fired Butchers Steak, Smoked Salmon, Spiced Sausage Hash, Two Eggs Any Style, plant-based “Egg” Omelet and more. Whichever you select, breakfast in this charming café is an enchanting way to start your day. Take a look below at the yummy delights:

    Pastries with 3 spreads of strawberry jam, Nutella, and honey butter.
    Sour cream waffles

    Of course it’s almost impossible to leave without stopping for a perfect souvenir from your experience. Who wouldn’t want one or more of these specially marked Riviera Resort plush dolls to take home as a reminder of such a magical start of the day.

    $21.99