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Radiator Springs Racers Begins Ride Testing Today
In the normal development process of any ride-based attraction at Disney Parks, Imagineers spend weeks and even months testing the ride vehicles. Many of you may have seen one of the first ride vehicles, which was on display at the D23 Expo in Anaheim this past weekend in the Parks
New Fantasy Faire Experience Coming to Disneyland Park
Last Week at the D23 Expo, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs and Disneyland Resort President George Kalogridis announced an exciting transformation poised to take place at Disneyland park. The boundaries of Fantasyland are expanding with a brand new experience called Fantasy Faire. For this project, Carnations Plaza
New Walt and Mickey statue unveiled for Disney California Adventure
During the “Good Look at Buena Vista Street” panel at the 2011 D23 Expo, Imagineers unveiled a maquette for the new Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse statue that will be featured near the Carthay Circle Theater in the Disney California Adventure theme park. Related articles D23 Expo Day 1: Walt
Disneyland Refurbishment Schedule September 2011
Refurbishment information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available on the Disneyland Website. Current All towers at Disneyland Hotel under construction through 8/26/11, Mon-Fri, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. Crews will replace rim lights along the perimeter of each
Landmark Disneyland Hotel Earns AAA Four Diamond Award
For the first time in 25 years, AAA has awarded the Disneyland Hotel its coveted Four Diamond award. The designation is presented to only four percent of the 31,000 hotels AAA reviews nationally, according to the Auto Club, which reviews establishments without giving any prior notification. Did you know Disney’s
Steakhouse 55 A Cut Above With Indulgent Angus Beef, Award-Winning Wine List
With an vintage Hollywood ambience that includes classic photos of Walt Disney dining with movie stars, white linen tablecloths and servers in old-fashioned bowties, Steakhouse 55 at the Disneyland Hotel is an upscale-yet-comfortable culinary indulgence. “My goal is to capture the feeling of a traditional steakhouse, but with our own
Disneyland Resort Donates California Zephyr to Western Pacific Railroad Museum
The Disneyland Resort donated the California Zephyr train previously located in Disney California Adventure park to Western Pacific Railroad Museum in Portola, Calif. Plans for a gallery dedicated to sharing the legacy of the California Zephyr are underway. The train and related artifacts, which were part of the entrance to
Disney Character News and Rumors for August 2011
It has been a pretty quiet month for character news on Character Central but I am sure as we move into the fall and get closer to Halloween (Mickey’s No So Scary Halloween Party) and Christmas (Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party) we will be hearing more! Walt Disney World Tink
Best Food Values at Disneyland Resort
Economy-minded vacationers will find plenty of choices for delicious dining that won’t break the budget. Think beyond hot dogs and hamburgers. Here are some interesting picks for inexpensive dining ($10 or less) at the Disneyland Resort: At Disneyland Park Bengal Barbecue in Adventureland (bacon-wrapped asparagus, vegetable, chicken or beef skewers)
Phineas and Ferb Cross the 2nd Dimension
Taking a break from “Phineas & Ferb’s Rockin’ Rollin’ Dance Party” yesterday, the two summer vacation-loving stepbrothers turned up some 30 miles north of the Disneyland Resort at the Hollywood premiere of the upcoming Disney Channel Original Movie, “Phineas and Ferb: Across the 2nd Dimension.” Arriving in the Mobile Party
Disneyland establishes machinist training program with Fullerton College
Fullerton College and the Disneyland Resort have joined together to create a unique machinist training program that prepares adults for successful careers as machinists. A total of six students were selected earlier this year for the program, four of whom are Disneyland Resort cast members and two who were recommended
Chiquita and Walt Disney World Resort Announce Multi-Year Alliance
Chiquita Brands International (NYSE: CQB) and Walt Disney World Resort announced an agreement today that will bring premium, healthy fresh Chiquita® and Fresh Express® products to a number of retail points at Walt Disney World in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. and Disney Cruise Line. This new strategic alliance represents the
Have a Soundsational Summer with New Disneyland Resort Special Offers
With Disney Soundsational Summer underway here at the Disneyland Resort, it’s the perfect time to come check out some of our great new attractions and entertainment. And new special offers are coming that will make your trip planning even easier. Beginning tomorrow and through September 24, you could book can
