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  • New Passholder Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway MagicBand Coming to Hollywood Studios

    New Passholder Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway MagicBand Coming to Hollywood Studios

    Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway will open March 4, 2020, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and of course that means lots of merch and today Disney revealed a new Passholder exclusive MagicBand that is just perfect!

    The new MagicBand will be available along with all of the other ride exclusive merchandise when the attraction opens in March.

    Take a look below at some of the other amazing merch being released for the opening:

    This will be the first Disney ride-through attraction featuring Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, that will draw your guests inside a Mickey cartoon for a fun-filled adventure where “Mouse rules apply” and anything can happen! 

    Stay tuned to Disney Dorks for more updates on the transformation happening at Walt Disney World, as the Most Magical Place on Earth experiences its most significant period of growth in the past two decades. 

  • NEW Green Alien Holiday Ears Land at Disney World

    NEW Green Alien Holiday Ears Land at Disney World

    Oooooohhhh!!! The claw has dropped some festive new Mickey Ear headbands at Hollywood Studios and they are going to light up your night!

    The new ears have buzz and woody Christmas ornaments on both ears as well as a cut Green Alien themed ornament. These ears also light up! With a quick flip of the switch on top you can light up the night with holiday cheer!

    You can find the ears in Toy Story Land at Hollywood Studios and they will cost you just under $20.

  • Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Attraction Opens Thursday at Disney World

    Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Attraction Opens Thursday at Disney World

    Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opens tomorrow at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Hollywood Studios and the force is strong with this attraction!!!

    Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance sets a new standard for what a Disney theme park experience can be, as guests become heroes of the Resistance in a climactic battle with the First Order.

    In one of the most immersive, ambitious and technologically advanced attractions ever created for a Disney park, guests launch into space aboard a transport shuttle, only to be captured by a Star Destroyer and pursued by Supreme Leader Kylo Ren as they frantically search for a way to escape the clutches of the First Order.

    This new attraction inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge draws guests into a sprawling Star Wars narrative that blurs the lines between fantasy and reality, as jaw-dropping sights brimming with vivid detail create surprises around every turn. In one of the longest Disney attraction experiences ever, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance delivers thrilling action driven by cutting-edge technology and innovative design that gives guests the feeling of stepping inside a Star Wars film.

    Join the Resistance

    • Guests exploring Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge find the Resistance’s temporary encampment in the forested area along the outskirts of Black Spire Outpost on Batuu.
    • The gateway to the encampment is marked by a large turret. From there, a pathway leads deeper into the forest toward towering cliffs and the crumbling remains of an ancient civilization. Guests weave through low stone walls, timeworn pillars and tight corridors as they progress farther into the base, hearing military communications chatter along the way.
    • In a makeshift briefing room, Rey – a hero of the cause – appears via holo-transmission alongside dutiful droid BB-8 to welcome the new Resistance recruits. She shares a plan to reunite with General Leia Organa at an off-planet location that must be kept secret from the First Order.
    • Guests then board a nearby Intersystem Transport Ship (I-TS) and have to make their rendezvous quickly to avoid a First Order Star Destroyer on its way to Batuu. They should have a bad feeling about this …

    An All-Encompassing Attraction Experience

    • Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance throws out the rulebook for traditional attraction design, eschewing and/or blending industry notions such as “queue,” “preshow” and “ride” to create a seamless, holistic experience full of rich details and breathtaking excitement on a cinematic scale.
    • When guests board the I-TS, they’ll feel as if they’re lifting off the surface of Batuu and blasting into space alongside Poe Dameron in his signature black-painted X-wing starfighter, Black One.
    • Before the I-TS can make the jump to lightspeed, it’s caught in the tractor beam of a Star Destroyer and pulled into a massive hangar bay.
    • Guests make their escape from the Star Destroyer aboard eight-passenger First Order Fleet Transports piloted by reprogrammed R5-series astromech droids.
    • The attraction features grand set pieces – including the hangar bay that is filled with 50 menacing stormtroopers and a docked TIE fighter. At various points, guests dodge blaster bolts from stormtroopers and AT-AT walkers, scurry past huge turbolaser cannons, and stumble into the Star Destroyer’s bridge.
    • Throughout their journey, guests are hunted by Kylo Ren, who uses the Force in an attempt to pry from their minds the location of General Organa’s secret base. Guests feel Ren’s tremendous malevolent power as they narrowly avoid his attacks.

    Authentically Star Wars

    • Actors from the current Star Wars film trilogy reprise their roles for new scenes and dialogue in Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, including Daisy Ridley (Rey), Adam Driver (Kylo Ren), John Boyega (Finn), Oscar Isaac (Poe Dameron) and Domhnall Gleeson (General Hux). Many scenes were filmed at the same time “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” and “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” were in production.
    • Poe Dameron’s X-wing is one of several vehicles from the Star Wars galaxy appearing in the attraction.
    • Disney cast members adopt personalities of First Order and Resistance troops throughout the attraction to further deepen the immersive experience for guests.
    • Walt Disney Imagineering worked hand in hand with Lucasfilm in writing the attraction’s script, ensuring characters and storylines were properly integrated into the broader Star Wars
    • The attraction introduces a new featured character: Lieutenant Bek is a Mon Calamari Resistance officer who helps guide the Resistance recruits through their harrowing journey.

    Cutting-Edge Technology Powers Immersive Storytelling

    • Walt Disney Imagineering combined multiple ride systems to tell the story of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. In one sequence, a new simulator experience gives the sensation of falling from space to crash land on Batuu.
    • The trackless ride vehicles in Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance are some of the most advanced ever used in a Disney attraction, with a sleek, low profile and the ability to move in all directions.
    • Disney A-1000 Audio-Animatronicsfigures appearing in the attraction provide a deep level of immersive storytelling through their lifelike and dynamic movements.
    • To fully realize this Star Wars story, Imagineers created thousands of special effects, from slashing lightsabers and whizzing blaster bolts to exploding walls and massive star fields – just to name a few.

    Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opens Dec. 5, 2019, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida and Jan. 17, 2020, at Disneyland Park in California. 

  • BREAKING: New Ratatouille Ride Vehicle Revealed at Epcot

    BREAKING: New Ratatouille Ride Vehicle Revealed at Epcot

    During a special media preview of 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays, we got a first look at the new Ride Vehicle for the upcoming Ratatouille Ride coming to Epcot’s France Pavillion.

    The attraction will expand the pavilion and shrink guests to Remy’s size and scurry to safety in a dazzling chase across a kitchen with the sights, sounds and smells of Gusteau’s legendary Parisian restaurant.

    The loading area is made to look like to rooftops of Paris, with oversized chimneys and rain gutters. This is the area where riders will board trackless ride vehicles, which are made to look like rats.

    Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure opens in summer 2020. In addition to the Ratatouille ride, the expansion of the France Pavilion will include new shopping, dining, and more.

  • BREAKING: Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Set to Open March 4, 2020 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

    BREAKING: Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway Set to Open March 4, 2020 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

    In a special presentation Tuesday at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Bob Chapek announced Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway will open March 4, 2020, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

    On this new attraction, guests step through the movie screen and join Mickey and friends on a railway adventure as they take part in the wacky and unpredictable world of a Mickey Mouse Cartoon Short.

    This will be the first Disney ride-through attraction featuring Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, that will draw your guests inside a Mickey cartoon for a fun-filled adventure where “Mouse rules apply” and anything can happen! 

    Walt Disney Imagineer Kevin Rafferty came on stage during the Walt Disney Parks & Resorts panel during last year’s D23 Expo and described Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway as a zany, out-of-control adventure with unpredictable twists and turns, dazzling visual effects, and mind-boggling transformations that happen during the scenes.

  • NEW Footage of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Ride Released by Disney

    NEW Footage of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Ride Released by Disney

    Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is just days away from opening at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney has released a new video giving us another sneak peek inside the upcoming attraction.

    Airing Thursday night during “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration on ABC, the new behind-the-scenes footage included footage of passengers on the ride, droids, explosions, Kylo Ren and even new glimpses at the ride’s queue.

    Disney Parks released some extra footage Friday which shows some of the the same scenes, but also features Disney’s “Volunteer Family of the Year,” which got to experience the attraction ahead of its debut as you can see in the video below.

    As the story of the ride goes, riders will be recruited to fight the First Order. They will first board a full-size transport shuttle before being captured by a Star Destroyer and the First Order. From there, they’ll come face-to-face with Kylo Ren as they try to escape.

    Trackless ride vehicles will transport rides through various scenes, where they’ll encounter Stormtroopers, TIE fighters, lightsabers and full-sized AT-ATs.

    Rise of the Resistance is comprised of multiple ride systems, making it one of Disney’s most ambitious attractions.

    Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is scheduled to open December 5 at Hollywood Studios and on January 17 at Disneyland in California.

  • New 2019 Epcot Festival of the Holidays Merchandise Featuring Chip ‘n’ Dale Available at Disney World

    New 2019 Epcot Festival of the Holidays Merchandise Featuring Chip ‘n’ Dale Available at Disney World

    The 2019 Epcot International Festival of the Holidays runs from November 26th – December 30th this year, and it’s packed with holiday cheer. Let’s take a closer look at some of festive merchandise.

    This red long sleeved shirt has a hood, and is covered with icons from around Epcot. It’s also a thin t-shirt material which makes it perfect for our mild Florida winters or for layering in colder climates. The blue t-shirt featuring Chip and Dale in their cute Christmas sweaters will be available exclusively for Passholders.

    This year’s Magic Band would be the perfect stocking stuffer for any collector. Make sure you get yours quick, as it’s a Limitied Edition of 2500!

    Chip and Dale, those rambunctious brothers, are all over this year’s merchandise. This adorable coffee cup has a lid to keep your coffee, tea, (or spiced wine!) warm. A Cast Member told us that there will be a cup like this themed for the Magic Kingdom, so be sure to visit both parks to get a matching set.

    Here’s a closer look at the Limited Editions pins. In the first pin Goofy and Donald are dressed for Winter and taking a trip around World Showcase. The second pin is Passholder Exclusive and features Mickey and Minnie exchanging ornaments.

    Spending the holidays at Disney really is “The Best Gift in the World!” And with so many cute items to choose from it will be hard to pick just one for your Christmas list this year. So, make sure you stay on Santa’s Nice List!

  • New Frozen Dooney & Bourke Collection Released by Disney

    New Frozen Dooney & Bourke Collection Released by Disney

    With “Frozen 2” freezing the competition at the box office and the holiday shopping season in full swing, it’s the perfect time for the New Frozen Dooney & Bourke collection just released by Disney.

    The newest collection is a great way to accessorize this holiday season which showcases several new handbags by Dooney & Bourke, adorned with Elsa, Anna, and Olaf featured on the allover icy blue print.

    The new Frozen collection includes pouch, tote and cross-body styles. Take a look at the collection below:

    Frozen Pouch by Dooney & Bourke – $128.00

    With the elegant styling of this “Frozen” pouch purse, you’ll be able to venture into the unknown with all your essentials on hand. This bag includes a top carry handle that can be released on one side, a front zip pocket, and interior slots.

    Frozen Crossbody Bag by Dooney & Bourke – $198.00

    The “Frozen” Crossbody Bag includes a leather Disney Frozen dangle.

    Frozen Tote Bag by Dooney & Bourke – $298.00

    The “Frozen” tote bag has a striking styling and spacious size. The allover print captures Arendelle’s spectacular landscape in different seasons, with Elsa on one side and her sister Anna on the other side.

    The whole collection is avaiable now on shopDisney and at Ever After Jewelry Co. and Accessories in Disney Springs.

  • Anna and Elsa are Meeting Guests in Their Frozen 2 Outfits for a Limited Time

    Anna and Elsa are Meeting Guests in Their Frozen 2 Outfits for a Limited Time

    To celebrate the release of “Frozen 2,” Anna and Elsa are now meeting guests all decked out in new looks inspired by their new adventures.

    You can meet them at Royal Sommerhus at Epcot and as part of Anna & Elsa’s Royal Welcome at Disney California Adventure Park when they head west. The sisters will also be traveling to Frozen Fantasy Gardens Village at Hong Kong Disneyland. When Frozen Celebration begins at Disneyland Paris next year, Anna and Elsa will also be attending in their “Frozen 2” attire.

    Anna looks very regal in her layered green dress, with a cape lined in a deep purple as you can see in the post below:

    In Frozen 2 Elsa goes on a journey to save Arrendelle and find the source of her magical powers. As Pabbie the troll says, “We’ve always feared Elsa’s powers were too much for this world; now we must pray they are enough. In Frozen 2 we’re about to find out just how strong Elsa really is, and she’s looking pretty fierce in her new white gown.

    Take a look at Anna and Elsa meeting guests in the video below:

  • Experience the Excitement of a Visit to Walt Disney World Resort with Newest 4-Park Magic Ticket

    Experience the Excitement of a Visit to Walt Disney World Resort with Newest 4-Park Magic Ticket

    There’s so much to look forward to at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, with the holiday season in full swing and a year of new experiences on the horizon. To immerse themselves in all this magic, guests can take advantage of the newest four-day 4-Park Magic Ticket, now available from $89 per day (plus tax), or $356 total (plus tax) – a great value option for everything from a last-minute getaway to a meticulously planned dream vacation.

    The 4-Park Magic Ticket has proven to be a favorite ticket option for guests in recent years, as it provides one visit to each of the four Walt Disney World theme parks. For the first time, this latest version of the 4-Park Magic Ticket debuting today can be upgraded to include one admission to either Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon or Disney’s Blizzard Beach water parks, plus one admission to the new NBA Experience at Disney Springs.

    Here are details about this special offer:

    • 4-Park Magic Ticket is a four-day ticket that includes one admission to each of the four Walt Disney World theme parks (one park per day).Guests must select a start date on or before Sept. 30, 2020, and the ticket expires seven days after the selected start date.
      • Adult (ages 10+): from $89 per day, plus tax (from $356 total, plus tax); prices vary based on start date selected; lower prices may apply on certain dates
      • Add one admission to one water park and one admission to NBA Experience for an extra $40, plus tax (ages 10+)
      • Child (ages 3-9) prices available

    For more information about the 4-Park Magic Ticket, guests can visit Disneyworld.com/4ParkMagic.

    With holiday festivities happening all across Walt Disney World Resort, the 4-Park Magic Ticket is a great way for families to share in this joyous season:

    • Disney’s Animal Kingdom is fully decked for the holidays for the first time, with holiday décor in every land, plus festive new entertainment.
    • The Epcot International Festival of the Holidays takes place Nov. 29-Dec. 30, featuring the beloved Candlelight Processional along with special Holiday Kitchens and more.
    • At Magic Kingdom Park, Queen Elsa transforms Cinderella Castle into a glittering centerpiece of the season during “A Frozen Holiday Wish.”
    • “Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM!” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is a must-see holiday nighttime spectacular.

    The magic continues into 2020, when guests will discover even more unforgettable experiences across all four Walt Disney World theme parks:

    • At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, guests are now living their own Star Wars adventures inside the new Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and, starting Dec. 5, they can join a climactic battle against the First Order as part of the groundbreaking new attraction Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance.
    • Magic Kingdom Park offers unlimited enchantment with classic, fan-favorite attractions and spectacular entertainment, such as the must-see fireworks-and-projection show “Happily Ever After,” or the new “Move It! Shake It! MousekeDance It! Street Party.”
    • At Epcot, the new limited-time nighttime spectacular “Epcot Forever” dazzles with soaring fireworks, inspiring music, lasers and colorful glowing kites that light up the sky above World Showcase Lagoon. In early 2020, Epcot welcomes another exciting festival season with the Epcot International Festival of the Arts, Jan.17-Feb. 24, followed by the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, March 4-June 1.
    • At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, guests can explore Pandora – The World of Avatar, an immersive land featuring massive floating mountains, bioluminescent rain forests and unbelievable experiences including Avatar Flight of Passage and Na’vi River Journey.

    Florida Residents can experience all this magic with special 3-day and 4-day Disney Theme Park ticket prices just for them. To book your magical vacation contact Enchanted Kingdom Vacations today. Their services are free and it will never cost you more to book with them than it would with Disney.