Arendelle Aqua Collection Now Available At Disney Parks and shopDisney

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September 15, 2019

The newest Disney color trend has finally hit the shelves! Like a flurry of snowflakes the new Frozen inspired Arendelle Aqua Collection has breezed in, and can now be found across the globe at Disneyland, Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris, Hong Kong Disneyland, and Shanghai Disney as well as online at shopDisney!

The collection features an assortment of over 20 frosty pieces. The full collection can be found at Disneyland and Walt Disney World, and over 15 pieces can be found online at shopDisney. Parks overseas will be delighted to the Arendelle Aqua headband, as well as a small selection of other glacial items from the collection.

At Walt Disney World and Disneyland, guests will find new items to the color trend style!

For the first time since the Rose Gold release, we now have a color trend Alex and Ani Minnie Ears bracelet! The silver bracelet features a Minnie ear headband charm, in that icy cool blue.

We recently started seeing the Minnie Ear headband necklaces with the Imagination Pink, and Magic Mirror collections. This fun accessory has returned for Arendelle Aqua.

Mickey shapes crossbodies aren’t exactly new from Loungefly. However this is the first time we have seen one included in a color trend launch!

Last, but certainly NOT least is the new mini backpack WRISTLETS! These are miniature versions of the ever popular Loungefly mini backpack we all know and love. They have a wristlet strap that can also be detached. There is one more surprise to these bags though, they also have a loop in the back so you can wear them as a hip pack too! With the release of aqua ones, also came 4 other new colors too!

The Arendelle Aqua Collection has breezed in just in time for the release of Frozen 2 coming this November! Will you be adding some ice cold style to your wardrobe with this new assortment of frosty delights?

Disney serves up new boozy hard apple cider float that is perfect for fall

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Chip

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September 15, 2019

Disney has really stepped up their game as far as new snack and treats for Halloween at the Disneyland Resort.

One of the items recently released that has people going crazy is this Spiked Hard Apple Cider Float from Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream at Disney California Adventure Park. This boozy apple cider float topped with homemade apple sorbet and drizzled with caramel sauce is the perfect fall treat for adults.

Disney has released so many new food & snack options at Disneyland and California Adventure for fall it might be a little hard to keep up, good thing we have a list of items you won’t want to miss:

So next time you are at DCA make sure to drop by Clarabelle’s and grab one of these boozy Hard Apple Cider Floats.

The Nightmare Before Christmas In 4D At The El Capitan Theatre

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Monique Lopez

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September 15, 2019

The Nightmare Before Christmas In 4D At The El Capitan Theatre

We had the amazing opportunity to see Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas in 4D at the famous El Capitan Theatre! This showing is part of the El Capitan’s Fall Family Classics series.

We started off in the lower level of the theater to see a special exhibit in honor of the film. There was fan art and concept art. We even got to see set pieces they used in the stop motion creation of the movie. The set piece we were most excited to see was the Spiral Mountain where Jack expresses his lament.

As we made our way to the theatre to be seated, we couldn’t help but notice all the themed decor. There were Christmas lights draped from above and other Nightmare Before Christmas scenes depicted throughout the theatre. As the sounds of the vintage Wurlitzer organ filled the area, it felt like Halloween Time has officially begun! The work that the El Capitan put into the ambiance of this series is something to marvel.

Before the film started, producer Don Hahn and author Dave Bossert graced the El Capitan stage. Together they shared details and video footage of the making of The Nightmare Before Christmas.

During the special screening, the effects added to the over all excitement and experience of the film. The projections of ghosts added a spooky cool vibe. The Christmas lights during “What’s This?” were as whimsical as the song. Rolling fog emerged from the stage as the tension started to build when Sally tries to delay Jack taking flight with Zero. As the snowflakes fell from the ceiling, it tied everything together and there was a thunderous applause!

Enjoy The Nightmare Before Christmas in 4D at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, now through September 25th.

For more information visit: El Capitan Theatre

End Your Disney Night With a Sweet Dessert Party

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Jenna-lee Languirand

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September 15, 2019

End Your Disney Night With a Sweet Dessert Party

Disney is known for its Nighttime Shows and Spectaculars, as well as their amazing food and sweets! If you are looking for a prime exclusive viewing area for the nighttime shows, and sweet treats galore, you may want to check out one of these delectable dessert parties.

Hollywood Studios Jingle Bell, Jingle Bam is back and with that a special dessert party. It is held at Echo Lake, from November 8-January 5 nightly. You can catch the show from a special viewing area. This event begins an hour and a half prior to the showtime. You will also see the World of Animation. It is a projection show that spans the 90 years of Disney History and Pixar animation. After that is the upbeat Jingle Bell Jingle Bam Firework, Projection, and Musical display.

The menu has a variety of savory and sweet treats to enjoy. There is roasted onion dip with kettle cooked chips, a winter spice trail mix and a cheese fondue with pretzel bread. On a sweet note, there will be a yule log cake, caramel apple verrine, and festive cookies and assortments. In addition, there are beverage offerings including a gingerbread martini, hot chocolate, and other alcoholic, and non-alcoholic offerings.

Over at the Magic Kingdom, if you plan to attend Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, you have an opportunity to attend Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Dessert party. A holly-jolly buffet filled with holiday delights. Holiday cupcakes will be showcased, in addition to chocolate-covered strawberries, ice cream, and cheese and fruit displays. Beverages will include sparkling cider, signature lemonades, hot cocoa, as well as coffee and tea. There will be special viewing areas for the fireworks displays at the Plaza Garden and a seated area at Tomorrow Land Terrace.

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party is not only host to ghoulish ghosts but the Mickey’s Not So Scary Spectacular Dessert Party. From August 16-November 1 on select nights during the Halloween party, you can partake if you dare. It is held at Tomorrow Land Terrace where you can also have seated viewing for the fireworks display or The Plaza Garden has a reserved viewing area as well.

It also has a buffet spread of ice cream, chocolate-covered strawberries, spooky cupcakes, and hauntingly tasty treats fit for all you ghosts and goblins. There will also be a variety of signature drinks.

As we bid farewell to Illuminations: Reflections of Earth, after it’s 20 year-long run, you can enjoy it in style in a special viewing area with the Frozen Ever After Dessert Party. Running now until Sept 30th. In addition to the sweets and treats, you will also be treated to a boat ride on the Frozen ride. Then welcome the new limited-time show Epcot Forever, that will be debuting on October 1st.

When Magic Kingdom isn’t hosting a holiday dessert party it hosts a nightly Fireworks Dessert party at Tomorrowland Terrace, that gives you spectacular views of the show.

Animal Kingdom is home to the River of Lights: We are One nighttime show and dessert party, that gives you prime reserved seating for the show, and some exotic treats to enjoy.

When you have completed your mission over at Hollywood Studios Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge, don’t forget to end your night in an out of this world way, with the Star Wars Galactic Spectacular Dessert party and fireworks display. You will have an outstanding viewing area for the show, as well as Star Wars inspired desserts and treats. A souvenir stein is also part of this far out package.

Hollywood Studios is also home to the Fantasmic! Dessert Party, where you have some of the best seats in the house, and receive a specially made fresh snack box to enjoy while you watch this epic display of good vs. evil.

Additional Dessert Party Options around the Resorts:

Ferrytales Firework: A Sparkling Dessert Cruise. Select night until February 2020.
Pirate & Pals Fireworks Dessert Voyage
Celebration at the Top– Savor, Sip, and Sparkle at California Grill. Now until November 19th.

Be sure to make reservations for your special dessert party as dates and space is limited. Check back with Chip and Co for fun new offerings and parties such as these!

Source and Photos: Disney Parks

Don’t miss these Halloween Treats and Decor at Disneyland Resort Hotels

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Monique Lopez

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September 15, 2019

Nothing is better than a Disney vacation! Now, guests can experience the frightfully fun Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort Hotels!

Starting with the Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, where a larger than life Oogie Boogie sculpture is there to greet you into the lobby! Oogie is a pastry sculpture created by a team of incredibly talented pastry chefs. The cauldron that he sits in is over 4 feet tall! To create this culinary masterpiece, it takes 260 pounds of powdered sugar and 370 hours to create him. Surrounding the creation, you can spot at least 13 Hidden Mickeys.

If you are in the mood for some delicious treats, look no further than the treat cart in the same lobby in the Grand Californian. There you will find Mickey-shaped cookies, Oogie Boogie Crispy Treats, and caramel apple cake! If you like a little milk with your cookies, try the Cookie Shot that comes filled with cotton candy flavored milk!

Next, head on over to Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel for some more specialty beverages. Ursula greets you in the lobby with her tentacles, then you can make your way to the Surfside Lounge to try the Sea Witch Cocktail. This cocktail is made with rum, blue curacao, grenadine and Sprite.

The Disneyland Hotel is celebrating 50 years of the Haunted Mansion! When you enter the hotel, you are greeted by the iconic stretching room portraits.

If you wish to have Halloween Time decor in your own hotel room during your visit, Disney can make that happen! Disney Floral & Gifts department can transform your room to match the Halloween Time decor throughout the Resort. Guests have the option to fully decorate their room with the Halloween In-Room Celebration. Contact the department to reserve your celebration today!

Source: Disney Parks Blog

Robert Downey Jr will be in Marvel’s prequel Black Widow

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Chip

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September 14, 2019

Great news Iron Man fans!

Robert Downey Jr will be suiting up one more time to play Tony Stark in Marvel’s Black Widow stand-alone movie according to Deadline.

Black Widow hits theaters on May 1st, 2020 and will star Scarlet Johansson as Natasha Romanoff yet again.

The film takes place during the time between Captain America: Civil War and Avengers: Infinity War.

I wonder who else from the Avengers we will see in Black Widow?

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Study by Cal State Shows Disneyland Resort Creates $8.5 Billion Economic Impact in Southern California

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Chip

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September 14, 2019

A recent study by three Cal State Fullerton economists determined that in the fiscal year ending in 2018 Disneyland Resort created $8.5 billion in economic impact and more than 78,000 jobs in Southern California. The study confirms that Disneyland Resort continues to be a major generator of jobs and catalyst for Southern California tourism while driving significant municipal and state tax revenue.

The study by Anil Puri, Aaron Popp and Adrian Fleissig of Cal State Fullerton’s Woods Center for Economic Analysis and Forecasting shows that Disneyland Resort’s economic impact has jumped by 50 percent since 2013, as a result of its continued investment and business growth. The resort’s $8.5 billion in economic impact to Southern California is generated by the millions of visitors who stay in the Anaheim and Orange County area and their offsite purchases totaling $2.5 billion at local businesses.

“Tourism is one of the major and growing segments of the economy as consumers shift more of their spending to leisure activities. Disneyland Resort has shown phenomenal growth,” said Puri, director of the Woods Center. “Disneyland Resort also plays an important role in propelling the economy forward through programs like Disney Aspire, a free education program, and other programs offering skills for economic mobility and advancement.”

Disneyland Resort’s impact on jobs in Southern California has grown at a 7.2 percent average annual rate since 2013, surpassing the rate of job growth in the same region. Disneyland generates more than 78,000 jobs in Southern California. More than 57,000 of those jobs, or 73 percent, are in Orange County and account for 3.6 percent of all jobs in Orange County.

“Since 2013, Southern California has seen average employment growth of 2.3 percent per year, according to the State of California’s Employment Development Department,” said Popp. “Disneyland’s overall effect on employment has risen at more than triple that rate.”

The study, which focused on the fiscal year from October 2017 to September 2018, also determined that Disneyland Resort, its employees, visitors and supporting third-party businesses, generated nearly $510 million in annual state and local tax revenue, an increase of more than $136 million in tax contributions, or 6 percent average annual growth since 2013. Nearly $162 million in tax revenue went to Anaheim’s general fund.

Josh D’Amaro, president of Disneyland Resort, shared some of the CSUF economist’s findings during a keynote at a Sept. 13 OC Forum luncheon. The study outlines Disneyland Resort’s economic impact on the seven-county Southern California region and throughout the state, along with direct, indirect and induced impacts, which the economists estimated using IMPLAN, an input-output model.

Woods Center for Economic Analysis and Forecasting at Cal State Fullerton, issues economic forecasts and analyses at the national and regional level, provides policy advice on economic issues and conducts independent and sponsored research, often including graduate and undergraduate students of CSUF’s Mihaylo College of Business and Economics. The center’s objective is to facilitate effective public and private decision-making related to significant economic and policy issues.

Anil Puri is the director of the Woods Center for Economic Analysis and Forecasting and a professor of economics in Cal State Fullerton’s Mihaylo College of Business and Economics. He specializes in economic forecasts and policy analysis.

Aaron Popp is an assistant professor of economics in Mihaylo College of Business and Economics and a research associate at the university’s Woods Center. Popp teaches courses in macroeconomics and research methods. His research focuses on macroeconomics and computational economics.

Adrian Fleissig is a professor of economics in Mihaylo College of Business and Economics, and a research associate at the university’s Woods Center and its Center for Demographic Research. He teaches courses in econometrics and macroeconomics and is a leading forecaster of the region’s housing market.

8 Halloween Churros not to be missed at the Disneyland Resort

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Monique Lopez

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September 14, 2019

Halloween Time Churros At The Disneyland Resort

Tricks, treats, and so much more! It’s Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort!

We are here to share with you all the must-have churros of the season.

Just in time for Halloween, the Disneyland Resort is cooking up some festive churros. Starting with Disneyland park, guests can enjoy the Bride and Groom Churros. These treats were released in time to celebrate the Haunted Mansion 50th Anniversary. The Bride churro is vanilla flavored, while the Groom is a milk chocolate flavored churro.

In Frontierland, you can try the Coco Churro which is dusted with cinnamon and comes with a spicy cocoa dipping sauce.

Over in Tomorrowland, you can grab the Pumpkin Spice Churro. You can even add on a caramel dipping sauce for the perfect addition to any fall churro.

Next to Sleeping Beauty Castle, get in line for the Maleficent Churro. This churro is covered in chocolate cookie crumbles and mixed with colored sugar. You can add on a marshmallow dipping sauce with this treat and we definitely recommend that you do. Make sure to grab a Maleficent Frap to go with your churro!

Next, make your way over to Disney California Adventure Park for more tasty churros. Start at the cart over by the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail to get an S’mores Churro. This treat is rolled in graham cracker crumbs and is topped with chocolate chips and marshmallow drizzle.

Then, grab a Caramel Apple Churro over by the Hyperion Theater and catch the Frozen show!

Over at Radiator Screams, you can get the Haul-O-Ween Churro. This churro is rolled in chocolate cream-filled cookies and topped with green icing, gummy worms, and candies.

Last, try the Horchata Churro next to Plaza de la Familia that has a nice cinnamon flavor.

Which Halloween Time Churro would you like to try?

Let us know in the comments!

Source: Disney Parks Blog

New Arendelle Aqua Popcorn Bucket

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Monique Lopez

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September 14, 2019

Arendelle Aqua has arrived at the Disneyland Resort! This new and iconic color has guests flocking to the resort in search of all items in Arendelle Aqua. Now, at Disneyland you can find the new Mickey Balloon Popcorn Bucket in the famous shade.

The newly beloved shade was released resort wide on September 13. Annual Passholders got an exclusive preview of all the merchandise before the public. Now, snack lovers can take a bit of Arendelle home in a Popcorn Bucket.

These popcorn buckets can be found at the popcorn carts near the hub at Disneyland Park. This Mickey Balloon Popcorn Bucket retails for $15.00.

Unlike the Annual Passholder Cauldron Bucket, this new bucket will not have to option to refill. There is also no annual passholder discount for this specific bucket.

There are so many choices when it comes to popcorn buckets this season! You can grab an Oogie Boogie, A Cauldron, A Pumpkin Mickey, and the new Arendelle Aqua Popcorn Bucket! If you’re a collector, then you can grab them all!

What is your favorite popcorn bucket that Disney has designed? Let us know in the comments below!

Photos by our friend and Disneyland correspondent, Eric: @dorkydisneydad

Follow all of Monique’s Disney Adventures on Instagram: @gimmemodisney

Arendelle Aqua Foodie Treats at Walt Disney World and Disneyland!

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Tessa H

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September 14, 2019

Arendelle Aqua the new colour collection inspired by Disney’s Frozen has landed with Arendelle Aqua foodie treats across Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort! Inspired by the beloved film the new treats go perfectly with the newly released Arendelle Aqua merchandise available now!

The merchandise complete with spirit jerseys, headbands, shirts, tumbles and phone cases. These items can be found throughout Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort and shopdisney.com

Arendelle Aqua Foodie Treats at Walt Disney World Resort

Magic Kingdom

Arendelle Aqua Cone (Available at Storybook Treats) – Cotton candy soft-serve topped with sugar Mickeys and cotton candy sugar

Epcot

Arendelle Aqua Lemonade (Block & Hans) – Frozen Lemonade with cotton candy flavor and blackberry moonshine
Frozen Arendelle Aqua Lemonade (non-alcoholic, Norway Beer Cart) – Frozen Lemonade with passionfruit and pineapple
Arendelle Aqua Frozen Lemonade (non-alcoholic, Sunshine Seasons) – Frozen Lemonade with cotton candy flavour

Arendelle Aqua Cupcake (Sunshine Seasons) – Chocolate-hazelnut cupcake topped with buttercream
Arendelle Aqua Victoria Sponge Cake (Yorkshire County Fish Shop) – sponge cake with aqua buttercream

Disney Springs

Arendelle Aqua Cuvée (Amorette’s Patisserie) – Fairytale Champagne with chocolate Minnie Mouse topper
Arendelle Aqua Punch (Daily Poutine) – Coconut rum, peach schnapps, blue curaçao, and artic swirl Odwalla lemonade

Arendelle Aqua Sugar Drop Donuts from Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort

Resorts

Arendelle Aqua Sugar Drop Donuts (Intermission Food Court at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort) – Two sweet cake donuts topped with blue fondant glaze and a winter sugar crystal mix

Arendelle Aqua Offerings at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

Aqua Pearl Cupcake (available starting Sept. 15 at Everything POP Shopping and Dining at Disney’s Pop Century Resort) – Chocolate cupcake with blue cotton candy marshmallow cream center, cotton candy buttercream, milk chocolate ears, crispy pearls, sugar, and glitter
Aqua Sparkle Cupcake (available starting Sept. 15 ay Riverside Mill Food Court and Sassagoula Floatworks & Food Factory at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort, Centertown Market at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort) – Chocolate cupcake filled with chocolate salted caramel mousse and topped with aqua and white vanilla buttercream, blue crispy pearls, and sparkly milk chocolate ears
Arendelle Aqua Cotton Candy Éclair (Gasparilla Island Grill at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa) – Éclair filled with cotton candy mousse and raspberry curd
Arendelle Aqua Cake (Contempo Café at Disney’s Contemporary Resort) –Vanilla cake filled with blueberry jam

Worth Melting For (Geyser Point at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge) – Vodka, blue curaçao, tropical-flavored syrup, pineapple juice, and sour
Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake (Kona Café Coffee Bar at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort) –Lemon blueberry cheesecake with blueberry compote, graham cracker crust, chocolate shell, and micro orchids
Ice Elixir (Oasis and Barefoot Pool Bars at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort) – Gin, blue curaçao, lemon, and pineapple

Disneyland Resort

Disneyland Park

Arendelle Aqua Macaron (Jolly Holiday Bakery Café) – Mickey-shaped macaron with buttercream and blueberries and cream filling
Arendelle Aqua Linzer Cookie (Market House) – Mickey-shaped cookie with a snowflake-shaped center, mixed berry jam, and chocolate ganache
Arendelle Aqua Churro (Town Square Churro Cart) – Churro dusted with aqua sugar
Arendelle Aqua Mickey Balloon Premium Popcorn Bucket (Popcorn Cart near Sleeping Beauty Castle)
Arendelle Aqua Cake Pop (Candy Palace, Hunny Spot) – Vanilla cake pop

Arendelle Aqua Mickey Balloon Premium Popcorn Bucket at Disneyland Resort

Disney California Adventure Park

Arendelle Aqua Macaron (Fiddler, Fifer & Practical Café and Clarabelle’s Hand-Scooped Ice Cream) – Mickey-shaped macaron with buttercream and blueberries and cream filling
Arendelle Aqua Mickey Balloon Premium Popcorn Bucket (Hyperion Popcorn Cart)
Arendelle Aqua Cake Pop (Trolley Treats, Bing Bong’s Sweet Stuff) – Vanilla cake pop

Downtown Disney District

Arendelle Aqua Cake Pop (Marceline’s Confectionery) – Vanilla cake pop coated with black raspberry white chocolate

For more information on all of these items – visit the Disneyland Resort or Walt Disney World Resort websites or check out the Disneyland app or the My Disney Experience mobile app for Walt Disney World Resort. Happy snacking!

Jungle Cruise Skippers Give Tour of Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion in Honor of Its 50th Anniversary

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Allison Luna

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September 14, 2019

Did you ever wonder what would happen if you crossed the Haunted Mansion with the Jungle Cruise? Well you don’t need to wonder anymore! In honor of the Haunted Mansion’s 50th anniversary, Disneyland Jungle Cruise skippers have decided it’s time to voyage away from the river and into the spookiest ride at the park. The result? Hauntingly hilarious.

The Jungle Cruise has always been known for its punny wit, and now the newly-released video tour of the manor offers that unique style of humor that only a jungle navigator can deliver. The two guides, Skipper Nick and Skipper Jen, start outside, commenting on their ”dead” walkie talkies and suggesting they ”bury” the bad jokes. Moving through the elevator and into the doom buggy itself, the playful pair quip their way through the entire ride, even going so far as to guess Madame Leota’s hat size. Apparently she’s a ”medium.” Insert laughter here.

At the end of the ride, the skippers turn a familiar line from the Jungle Cruise into their farewell to the ghostly abode: ”Now it’s time for the most dangerous turn in our journey… Our return to the mortal realm.” They manage to use phrases from the Cruise throughout the tour, simply adjusted to their eerie surroundings. It’s ghoulish fun!

To hear these jokes and many more, fans of the Jungle Cruise and/or the Haunted Mansion will want to check out the video for themselves. Disneyland certainly knows how to celebrate our favorite rides in new and hilarious ways! We hope to see more creative videos like this in the future!

Photo and video courtesy of Disney

‘Frozen’ Inspired Arendelle Aqua Has Arrived at Disneyland Paris!

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Tessa H

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September 14, 2019

Arendelle Aqua has arrived at Disneyland Paris, the newest colour collection from Disney Parks as well as shopDisney.com from today! The collection is inspired by the Walt Disney Animations Studios classic, Frozen. This collection marks the first global release of colour launched the same day at Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Paris, Shanghai Disney Resort, Hong Kong Disneyland and online at shopDisney.com.

The Arendelle Aqua range at Disneyland Paris consists of:

•A Spirit jersey 59,99€

•A Loungefly wallet 23,99€

•A Loungefly Bag 79,99€

•A Minnie Sequin Headband 19,99€

•A sequins T-shirt 29,99€

Annual Pass Exclusive:

At Disney Fashion, the first 50 Annual Pass holders to buy two products from the Arendelle Aqua collection will be offered a tote bag. (one tote bag per person on presentation of the pass).