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  • Hong Kong Disneyland Announces Reopening on February 19

    Hong Kong Disneyland Announces Reopening on February 19

    Hong Kong Disneyland announced that its park will officially reopen on February 19, 2021! 

    In honor of Hong Kong Disneyland’s 15th Anniversary, guests will be able to experience the new Castle of Magical Dreams, the re-imagined centerpiece of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, and attend the special celebration of the resort’s anniversary.

    “I’m very proud of our Cast Members for their dedicated efforts in preparation for our reopening, especially during this trying time for all of us,” said Michael Moriarty, managing director for Hong Kong Disneyland. “Our recovery will be an important part of revitalizing the tourism industry in Hong Kong – serving as a beacon of hope, courage and possibility, much like our Castle of Magical Dreams.”

    During these celebrations, guests can enjoy new exhibits and audio tours to learn more about the castle’s transformation as well as enjoy exclusive merchandise and food and beverage offerings.

    In alignment with the latest guidance from government and health authorities, the resort will continue to implement enhanced health and safety measures, including requiring face coverings and physical distancing. These measures will continue to be reviewed and adjusted based on the latest government regulations.

  • Hong Kong Disneyland Announces Reopening on September 25

    Hong Kong Disneyland Announces Reopening on September 25

    Tuesday, Disney announced that Hong Kong Disneyland will officially reopen on September 25, 2020!

    The park was closed between Jan. 23- June 18 due to precautions against the coronavirus outbreak. It reopened with some fanfare, but it was forced to close again on July 15 when Hong Kong suffered a third wave of virus infections.

    In alignment with the latest guidance from health and government authorities, the resort will continue its measured approach with health and safety measures implemented as a top priority, including capacity control, health screenings, temperature checks, requiring face masks, social distancing, and increased cleaning and disinfecting.

    “We thank all of our Cast Members for their dedication efforts in preparation for our reopening, and we hope to see you real soon,” Disney said in a blog post.

    Beyond running at a reduced capacity and promoting social distancing, Hong Kong Disneyland will also be closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays (with the exception of public holidays and special designated days) until further notice.

  • Hong Kong Disneyland Closing Again Amid Coronavirus Surge

    Hong Kong Disneyland Closing Again Amid Coronavirus Surge

    Hong Kong Disneyland announced Monday that it is temporarily closing again one month after reopening due to a recent surge in coronavirus cases.

    The new regulations limit gatherings, previously set at 50 people, to no more than four.

    Hong Kong has seen over 100 new local cases this past week, after almost three weeks without a single case.

    Last week, officials said one of the confirmed cases had visited the park and stayed at the resort before being diagnosed.

    The Hong Kong Government said the measures will be in place for at least seven days and will be re-evaluated after a week.

    Hong Kong Disneyland reopened on June 18 and was the second Disney property to reopen after Shanghai Disneyland.

    On Saturday, the Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom reopened at Walt Disney World in Central Florida, concerning health experts who urge people not to gather in groups. Guests at the park said that people were wearing masks and social distancing, and videos showed near-empty parks.

    The park will close on July 15, while the resort hotels will remain open with adjusted levels of services and enhanced health and safety measures that reflect the guidance of health and government authorities.

  • Castle Transformation Reaches New Heights at Hong Kong Disneyland

    Castle Transformation Reaches New Heights at Hong Kong Disneyland

    As we previously reported, Hong Kong Disneyland is getting a newly reimagined castle as part of a massive multi-year expansion plan and now the inspirational transformation of the iconic castle is set to enter its most important stage yet.

    The icon of the park is being reimagined to reach new heights with this transformation and starting today, thematic towers and spires representing 13 stories of beloved Disney Princesses and heroines will be lifted onto the castle base.

    Celebrating a sense of diversity, inclusion and unity, Cinderella, Tiana, Aurora, Ariel, Mulan, Snow White, Moana, Merida, Belle, Rapunzel, Pocahontas and Jasmine – along with Anna and Elsa from Disney’s “Frozen” will all have their moment to shine on the castle this summer. When fully transformed, the iconic castle will stand as a shining beacon of courage, hope and possibility, inspiring all who dare to dream big.

    While the castle transformation is underway, an array of new Disney Princess experiences is available throughout the resort. An immersive princess transformation experience awaits young guests at the brand-new Storybook Shoppe — Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at the castle area. Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel has also unveiled the Cinderella Suite at the Kingdom Club, featuring an interior decor heavily inspired by the classic tale. 

    When the transformed castle debuts next year, it will be home to a new breathtaking daytime show and nighttime spectacular as well as a new outdoor stage area and viewing terrace. 

  • Duffy’s New Friend, Cookie, Arrives at Hong Kong Disneyland

    Duffy’s New Friend, Cookie, Arrives at Hong Kong Disneyland

    As we previously reported Duffy is getting a new friend and this week she made her debut at Hong Kong Disneyland. Meet Cookie, Duffy new friend! She’s a puppy who is very curious about all sorts of foods and loves to come up with unique and delicious recipes.

    Duffy the Disney Bear and Cookie met on Main Street, U.S.A. His cotton candy and her tall stack of warm waffles went flying when they bumped into each other, and when Cookie caught them she came up with a new idea: why not combine her waffles and Duffy’s cotton candy to make a cotton candy waffle sandwich? Talk about a recipe for friendship!

    Duffy's New Friend Cookie

    Cookie is now visiting with guests at Hong Kong Disneyland dressed in her chef’s hat and signature pink bow. Joining ShellieMay, Gelatoni, and StellaLou, Cookie is Duffy’s first friend to make her debut at Hong Kong Disneyland. When she’s not in the kitchen experimenting with her favorite ingredients, she gives guests lots of hugs outside “Main Street Cinema: My Journeys with Duffy — Presented by Fujifilm.”

    Guests can take some of Cookie’s sweetness home with exclusive merchandise and delicious new treats, including Cookie’s Afternoon Tea Set, Cookie’s Mango Lagoon and Cookie’s Choco Cup, now available at the Main Street Corner Café Hosted by Coca-Cola.

    Say hello to Cookie during your next visit to Hong Kong Disneyland this summer!

  • Duffy’s New Friend Cookie Is Coming to Hong Kong Disneyland

    Duffy’s New Friend Cookie Is Coming to Hong Kong Disneyland

    Duffy the Disney Bear’s group of friends is getting a little bigger again! Starting next month, Hong Kong Disneyland will be welcoming Duffy’s new friend and they have revealed her name is “Cookie.”

    Cookie is a yellow dog who loves the culinary arts! She loves to cook and try new recipes with her friends.

    Duffy and friends

    Cookie will make her official debut in a grand welcoming on July 3, 2018.

    She will will be met in a grand celebration by Duffy and his other friends ShellieMay the bear and Gelatoni the cat, as well as and StellaLou the bunny, who joined the gang back in april.

    Duffy and friends

    Hong Kong Disneyland has been dropping hints in the park about the new addition and they also posted a recent teaser video on Instagram about Duffy’s cute new friend.

    The caption for the video reads, “There’s nothing mysterious about Duffy and friends sharing cotton candy together, until they come across unknown footprints on the ground…”

    Tokyo Disney Resort also announced that you will be able to meet Cookie at Hong Kong Disneyland and hinted that she may soon be coming to Tokyo DisneySea soon as well.

    duffy and cookie

    The resort’s website has posted an image of Duffy meeting Cookie that says, “Duffy has made a new friend, named Cookie. She is a dog who is curious about various foods. You can meet Cookie at Hong Kong Disneyland. Someday you may be able to meet her at Tokyo DisneySea.”

    There will be plenty of fanfare and exclusive merchandise when Cookie makes her debut at Hong Kong Disneyland this summer. Stay tuned for more information on her arrival.

  • ‘Moana: A Homecoming Celebration’ Stage Show Now Open at Hong Kong Disneyland

    ‘Moana: A Homecoming Celebration’ Stage Show Now Open at Hong Kong Disneyland

    The first new entertainment offering of Hong Kong Disneyland’s multi-year expansion – “Moana: A Homecoming Celebration” – is now open for guests! This atmosphere stage show combines visual storytelling, dancing, puppetry and music to recount the adventures of Moana after she returns to her home village of Motunui.

    Moana: A Homecoming Celebration

    Set in an all-new outdoor, open space venue in Adventureland, “Moana: A Homecoming Celebration” invites guests to interact with the performers as they share Moana’s travels with the demigod, Maui, to restore the heart of Te Fiti. This is the first show at any Disney park to feature the beloved and brave heroine.

    Moana: A Homecoming Celebration

    The show features dozens of tailor-made props, specially created costumes and handcrafted decorations, all based on the animated film, “Moana”, and traditional Polynesian culture. The costumes themselves are more than a year in the making, inspired by styles traditionally worn in parts of the Pacific Islands including Fiji, Samoa and Tahiti.

    Moana: A Homecoming Celebration

    In addition, guests can now meet Moana herself in Adventureland, with more offerings themed to the heroine coming to the resort later this summer.

    This is just the beginning of Hong Kong Disneyland’s expansion. New experiences will open almost every year through 2023, including an attraction featuring Ant-Man and The Wasp, immersive areas themed to Frozen and Marvel, and a transformation of the iconic castle with new daytime and nighttime shows.

  • New Ant-Man Attraction Coming to Hong Kong Disneyland

    New Ant-Man Attraction Coming to Hong Kong Disneyland

    A thrilling new Marvel attraction is coming to Hong Kong Disneyland and Guests at D23 Expo Japan 2018 this past weekend got a sneak peek at some of the new concept art and it looks amazing. The as yet unnamed ride is based on Marvel characters Ant-Man and the Wasp.

    Marvel Ant-Man Hong Kong

    The attraction will basically be an overlay on Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters which closed back in August.  It will be using the same infrastructure and ride system but will instead be based on the Ant-Man films.

    In the new attraction, guests will join Ant-Man and The Wasp to fight Arnim Zola and his army of Hydra swarm bots. This will be the second Marvel ride-through attraction experience guests can only have at Hong Kong Disneyland – including the new Iron Man Experience, already the most popular attraction – and just one part of the resort’s multi-year expansion plan through 2023, which will also include an entire Marvel-themed area.

    Marvel Ant-Man Hong Kong

    Hong Kong Disneyland kicked off construction of the multi-year park transformation last October, and guests will soon see the first new experience open in May with the introduction of a brand new stage show in Adventureland, “Moana: A Homecoming Celebration” featuring the newest heroine from Walt Disney Animation Studios.

    Construction has also begun on the transformation of the castle, which will feature a new daytime show and nighttime spectacular. The expansion will also add an all-new, immersive “Frozen”-themed area where guests will experience new attractions and entertainment, including meeting the royal sisters Elsa and Anna.

  • Experience the Chinese New Year Night Market at Hong Kong Disneyland

    Experience the Chinese New Year Night Market at Hong Kong Disneyland

    When the sun goes down and the stars come out at Hong Kong Disneyland, Main Street, U.S.A. transforms into a bustling Night Market in celebration of the Chinese New Year.

    Discover stalls filled with festive delicacies and specialties will line the walkway, while Mickey and his friends visit to wish everyone prosperity in 2018. There will even be atmosphere entertainment to drum up the festive spirit.

    Hong Kong Disneyland Food

    All day long, guests can also enjoy Pluto-themed decorations honoring the Year of the Dog and dine on holiday menu items across the resort. Wishing Fish at the Market House Bakery are a festive start to the year – you can also find them at outdoor vending carts around the park.

    Hong Kong Disneyland

    Dozens of new seasonal merchandise items are on sale as well, such as StellaLou in her first traditional Chinese outfit.

    The first five days of the Lunar New Year will bring a newly designed Year of the Dog-themed Lai See Packet for guests, which contain a chocolate gold coin and a merchandise coupon for even more good fortune. And to top things off, God of Fortune Goofy will share blessings guests at The Annex on Main Street, U.S.A.

    Hong Kong Disneyland

    Disney friends will appear in different festive outfits day and night to offer their best wishes, including StellaLou, who will be celebrating her first Chinese New Year at Hong Kong Disneyland.

    Chinese New Year is only the beginning of a very exciting year at Hong Kong Disneyland! The seasonal favorite Disney Friends Springtime Carnival and the new “We Love Mickey!” Main Street Projection Show both start in March, while “Moana: A Homecoming Celebration” debuts in May as the first attraction of the ongoing multi-year expansion plan.

  • Hong Kong Disneyland Getting a New Castle

    Hong Kong Disneyland Getting a New Castle

    Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo and just like that Hong Kong Disneyland gets a new castle. As part of the massive multi-year expansion plan, the icon of the park will soon be reimagined and will reach new heights with its upcoming transformation.

    It is the first-of-its-kind at any Disney park. Today, Disney released a new rendering to show you what a magical centerpiece the new castle will be for guests in Hong Kong.

    The classic castle will draw inspiration from a variety of storybook influences and styles, with new thematic spires, domes and a design that reaches ever skyward. Features will be inspired by many of the Disney princesses, including special finial decorations on the spires such as Snow White’s apple, Cinderella’s coach and Belle’s rose. Original artwork and unique sculptures will add even more magic and fantasy.

    Guests will be able to visit the all-new Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique for transformations of their own and meet Disney princesses at the castle. The changes will also take the park’s entertainment to new heights with the premiere of a new daytime show and nighttime spectacular against the impressive backdrop.

    This comes on the heels of several amazing additions to the resort already this year, including the opening of Iron Man Experience and Disney Explorers Lodge. In addition to all this, soon you’ll be able to step into the storytelling world of Frozen, Marvel and more like never before at the park.

    Work on the castle will begin after the finale of the “Disney in the Stars” fireworks on January 1, and the expansion plan will continue to bring new entertainment to the park almost every year through 2023.