Paradise Pier Transformation to be Complete July 1

The sun is shining and the temperature is rising – summertime is coming to Disneyland Resort! What better way to spend a summer day than with a waterside stroll? That’s why we’re thrilled to let you know that on July 1, the transformation of Paradise Pier will be complete at Disney California Adventure park.

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Disneyland Tips and Tricks – Some Helpful Planning Tips

Before arriving: Book dining 60 days in advance- great way to celebrate your 2 month mark. Have kids get involved with saving- cans, bottles, selling cookies, working around the neighborhood.  Then put some of the money on Disney gift cards for them to spend when they arrive!  You can also

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Marathon Training – Running Teams

If you’re already in training and signed up for a Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resort Race, you may consider joining a running team.  There are dozens of options out there, and for me, they make the race even that much more special.  Running teams aren’t necessarily for competition; often

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Disney Parks updated return policy

  Disney Parks stores and resorts have an updated policy, starting May 2. Returns and exchanges for purchases made after that date must take place in 30 days.  Any purchases made before this will follow the previous policy of 90 days. Without a receipt, guests can only receive a merchandise

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New Star Tours Merch for Annual Passholders

As we wait for the re-launch of Star Tours check out some cool Annual Passholder Commemorative Collection gear! Darth Vader™ Tumbler Retail:$14.95 A limited number of quantities will be available on each coast. Limited Edition Fine Writing Pen Edition Size: 1000 Retail:$49.95 A limited number of quantities will be available

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Gear Up with NEW Star Tours Merch!

I heard from a credible source that new Star Tours shirts were arriving to the Disney Parks in time for the re-opening of Star Tours by a Corellian smuggler. Here’s a peek at the smuggler’s manifest. Cool duds for sure… and no traces of Wookie fur either! Starspeeder 1000 Spaceliner Collection

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Disneyland employee falls in park, dies of natural causes

A Disney cast member collapsed last Wednesday in Disneyland amusement park, and later died. Philip Doyle, 58, worked in the food services department.  Doyle was making a delivery after 1 pm near the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction and his co-workers got concerned when he didn’t return quickly.   He was

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Disney Parks Extends Special Offers for Military Families

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts has a long-standing history of honoring military personnel and their families and today, we’re pleased to announce that we are extending our discounted theme park tickets and room rates for active military and spouses, retired military, National Guard and Reservists through September of 2012. This extension coincides with The Walt Disney Company’s participation in “Joining Forces,” an initiative launched by the White House to bring attention to the unique needs of America’s military families.

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Star Tours – These Are The Souvenirs I’m Looking For

If I had a nickel for the hours I spent as a child playing with my Star Wars toys, I would be living on a beach in Maui right now. Luckily, my parents saved those toys (thanks Mom and Dad), and my son now spends hours pretending he is in a galaxy far, far away. Soon, he will have a few more toys (among several awesome things) to add to his Star Wars collection, especially with the launch of “Star Tours – The Adventures Continue” on May 20. But wait! I get to photograph and write about merchandise created for Star Tours? Sign me up! After reviewing the more than 40 items we’ve created, I have selected a few of my favorites to share with you.

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Disneyland Refurbishment Schedule May 2011

Refurbishment information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available at the Disneyland Website. Current Mulholland Madness (DCA) closed through 5/24/11 for conversion to Goofy’s Fly School. Pizza Oom Mow Mow (DCA) closed through 5/24/11 for conversion to Boardwalk Pizza

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Marvel characters going to Disneyland

President of Marvel Studios, Kevin Feige, was interviewed in the upcoming copy of “D23: The Official Disney Fan Club” quarterly magazine and talks about what he hopes to someday see at Disneyland, “It’s the biggest dream of all. We get to tap into this spectacular team that is better than

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