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Must Have Disney MagicBand Scanner Coaster To Add To Your Kitchen!

Disney MagicBand Scanner Coaster
Disney MagicBand Scanner Coaster

Must Have Disney MagicBand Scanner Coaster To Add To Your Kitchen!

Add magic to your table with this Disney MagicBand Scanner Coaster created by WeAreDiscoYeti on Etsy for $17.24. You can order yours here!

Related – New Limited Edition Adventureland MagicBand+ Now Available At Walt Disney World!

The coaster is available in silver or gold and light up in different colors! It’s a really fun coaster to add to your home or gift to the Disney fan in your life.

Light Up Your Room With This Disney Castle Night Light!

Disney Castle Night Light
Disney Castle Night Light

Light Up Your Room With This Disney Castle Night Light!

This magical Disney Castle Night Light created by IttyBittyBright on Etsy for $18.95 is the perfect addition to your room. You can order yours here!

Related – Magical Custom Laser Cut Disney Castle To Add To Your Home!

This night light is 3D printed and features energy efficient LED technology that utilizes energy efficient LED bulbs providing long lasting illumination while conserving energy. Beautiful piece to make any room in your home extra magical!

This Mickey Mouse Claw Clip Will Give You Magical Hairstyles!

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This Mickey Mouse Claw Clip Will Give You Magical Hairstyles!

This Mickey Mouse Claw Clip is a must have! It was created by MinnieCastle on Etsy for $18.88. You can order yours here!

Related – Magical Mickey Mouse Ceiling Fan Pull Set For Your Home!

This claw clip is available in 6 different colors including the classic black and white or pink, lavender and blue for those looking for some extra color in their hair. They are all beautiful and will add some pixie dust to your hairstyle.

New Disney Cruise Line Dooney & Bourke Collection Now On shopDisney!

Disney Cruise Line Dooney & Bourke Collection
Disney Cruise Line Dooney & Bourke Collection

New Disney Cruise Line Dooney & Bourke Collection Now On shopDisney!

Set sail in style with this new Disney Cruise Line Dooney & Bourke Collection that just arrived to shopDisney! There are two different bag styles available plus a matching wallet to complete your look, take a look:

Related – New Festive Fun Coming to Disney Cruise Line for the Holidays

CROSSBODY BAG

The crossbody bag style is the perfect everyday bag, it features a beautiful blue color with an all over pattern of sketches inspired in beloved characters like Ariel, Cinderella, Donald and Mickey. So cute!

TOTE BAG

The tote bag is a must have when you own a Dooney bag, it helps you carry everything you need while looking extra magical! This design features a classic dark blue color with the different ships logos and characters like Captain Mickey, Ariel, Donald, Cinderella and more plus brown accents and gold hardware.

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A wallet is also available to match with your favorite bag! It features the same all over pattern of Disney Cruise Line logos and characters filled with magic.

A must have collection for your next Disney cruise vacation!

New Pirates Life For Me Spirit Jersey Spotted At Magic Kingdom!

Pirates Life For Me Spirit Jersey
Pirates Life For Me Spirit Jersey

New Pirates Life For Me Spirit Jersey Spotted At Magic Kingdom!

Set sail on a swashbuckling voyage to a time when pirates ruled the seas with this Pirates Life For Me Spirit Jersey! We found it at Magic Kingdom for $79.99, and we hope to see it available online at shopDisney soon.

Related – Must Have Retro Pirates Of The Caribbean T-Shirt!

The spirit jersey features a simple and classic black color with a skull and crossed swords on the front and “Yo ho, Pirates Life For Me” across the back. This a great option if you are looking for a classic Pirates of the Caribbean spirit jersey to add to your wardrobe.

Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels Bring Back Summer Savings 30% Off Offer

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Florida Residents and Annual Passholders can save up to 30% this summer at the Disney Swan and Dolphin resort

Great news for Disney Annual Passholders and Florida residents: The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels are offering incredible summer savings, with discounts of up to 30 percent off regular rates. With their prime location near the theme parks and a host of exclusive benefits, staying at the Swan or the Dolphin is the perfect way to make the most of your Disney experience.

Related: Money Saving Promotions at Walt Disney World for Spring, Summer and Fall

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The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels are nestled within walking distance of two of the four enchanting Walt Disney World theme parks. Whether you choose to explore the diverse World Showcase and the thrills of the Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT or immerse yourself in the magic of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, you’ll find everything within easy reach.

Guests of the Swan and Dolphin are afforded some amazing perks. You can walk to EPCOT or Hollywood Studios, and both are also easily accessible via boat transportation. Complimentary bus service is available for Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, and Disney Springs. As a hotel guest, you’ll also have access to extended park hours, with 30-minute early entry into the theme parks each day and extended evening hours on select evenings as well as early access to Individual Lightning Lane purchases.

The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels offer much more than just a place to rest your head. Food lovers will rejoice at the 23 world-class restaurants and lounges available at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Hotels. Experience a fresh take on authentic Mexican cuisine at Rosa Mexicano, the newest addition to the hotel’s dining options. From fine dining to casual eateries, there’s something to satisfy every palate.

After a day of adventure, take advantage of the luxurious Mandara Spa, where you can rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit. With six pools and three health clubs, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to stay active and relax. Additionally, the hotels provide preferred tee times on nearby Disney championship golf courses, catering to both avid golfers and those seeking leisurely outdoor activities.

So what are you waiting for? Book your summer stay at the Swan and Dolphin today!


Ready to book your next magical vacation, but don’t know where to start? Want to enjoy a Walt Disney World vacation without the stress of planning, booking, and tracking trip changes and promotions? Contact me today! As an agent with Destinations To Travel who specializes in Disney destinations, I can help you stress less and enjoy your vacation more! The best part? My services are provided at NO ADDITIONAL COST when you book your Disney vacation package through me!

Disney Celebrates The โ€˜Power Of Joyโ€™ at The 2023ย Essence Festivalย of Culture

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Disney Celebrates The โ€˜Power Of Joyโ€™ At The 2023ย Essence Festivalย of Culture

Disney Dazzles At This Yearโ€™sย Essence Festivalย Of Cultureย In New Orleans With Director, Stars And Footage Fromย โ€œHauntedย Mansion,โ€ โ€œStar Wars:ย Ahsokaโ€ And โ€œWishโ€

The crowd was Wowed byย Hauntedย Mansionโ€™s Justin Simien, LaKeith Stanfield, Tiffany Haddish and Rosario Dawson, who also stars in Lucasfilmโ€™sย Highly Anticipatedย Star Wars Series for Disney+ โ€œAhsoka,โ€ย andย a Special Look at โ€œWishโ€ Featuring A Video Greeting from Ariana DeBose

Disney, the major entertainment sponsor of the 2023ย Essence Festivalย of Culture in New Orleans, put on a dazzling show for the thousands of attendees this past weekend with the director and stars along with footage from โ€œHauntedย Mansion,โ€ opening in theaters July 28, Lucasfilmโ€™s newย Star Warsย series โ€œAhsoka,โ€ debuting on Disney+ on August 23, andย Walt Disney Animation Studiosโ€™ย ย โ€œWish,โ€ opening in theaters November 22.

Related – Princess Tiana Receives a New Look for Tianaโ€™s Bayou Adventure!

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On Friday, โ€œHauntedย Mansionโ€ cast members LaKeith Stanfield, Tiffany Haddish,ย Jamieย Lee Curtis,ย and Rosario Dawson and director Justin Simien kicked off their Festival weekend by attending a haunting and frightfully fun Influencer Brunch at the Grand Oaksย Mansionย at River City Venues. There, they charmed the 100+ influencers in a Q&A moderated by ABCโ€™s Race and Culture executive producer Nzinga Blake, mixed and mingled, and enjoyed the themed food, specialty drinks, and live entertainment. Guests received special gift bags with mini posters, water bottles, fanny packs, and Fandango movie tickets on behalf of โ€œHauntedย Mansion.โ€

The filmโ€™s ensemble cast also includes Owen Wilson, Danny DeVito, Chase W. Dillon and Daniel Levy, with Jared Leto as The Hatbox Ghost. Inspired by the classic theme park attraction, โ€œHauntedย Mansionโ€ is about a woman and her son who enlist a motley crew of so-called spiritual experts to help rid their home of supernatural squatters. The filmโ€™s producers are Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich, with Nick Reynolds and Tom Peitzman serving as executive producers.

Related – Behind the Scenes Look at the New Music Coming to Tianaโ€™s Bayou Adventure

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Friday eveningย on the main stage at theย Superdome, Simien, Stanfield, Haddish and Dawson took to the stage to greet the thousands of thrilled attendees, discuss โ€œHauntedย Mansionโ€ and introduce the filmโ€™s trailer, which caused major excitement when it was shown on the giant Caesars Superdomeย screens. The audience also appreciated a 30-second spot that highlighted new and upcoming movies and series from Disney, Pixar, Marvel Studios, andย Lucasfilm. The evening featured concert performances by headliner Lauryn Hill, along with Doug E. Fresh, Big Daddy Kane, EPMD, KRS-One, Slick Rick, Ari Lennox, Tobe Nwigwe, Jagged Edge, and Guest DJ Clark Kent.ย 

Saturdayย morning, the โ€œHauntedย Mansionโ€ talent assembledย onย theย Essence Stage atย the Convention Center for a lively conversation, moderated by Angรฉlique Rochรฉ, about the absoluteย blastย they all had making the film, and screened a 30-second spot to the crowdโ€™s delight. They encouraged everyone to stick around forย theย โ€œDisneyย Studios Showcaseโ€ย at theย Essence Film Festival later that afternoon,ย where one lucky attendee would receive four tickets to the world premiere of โ€œHauntedย Mansion.โ€ย 

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At the dazzling โ€œStudios Showcase,โ€ Simien, Stanfield, Haddish and Dawson, whoโ€™s also the star of Lucasfilmโ€™s highly anticipated Disney+ Star Wars series โ€œAhsoka,โ€ entertained the audience of 1500 with a Q&A, moderated by Angรฉlique Rochรฉ. In addition, everyone was treated to a four-minute sneak peek at โ€œHaunted Mansion.โ€ 

Attendees also got a sneak peek at the highly anticipated series โ€œAhsokaโ€ during a Q&A with star Rosario Dawson where she shared her excitement around joining a galaxy far, far away as the fan-favorite Jedi Knight and former padawan to Anakin Skywalker.ย 

An exclusive clip fromย Walt Disney Animation Studiosโ€™ย โ€œWish,โ€ and a video greeting fromย one of the filmโ€™s stars,ย Academy Awardยฎ winner Ariana DeBose, received enthusiastic responses from the attendees. Everyone received a โ€œWishโ€ lithographย printย featuring Ariana DeBoseโ€™s character Asha,ย โ€œHauntedย Mansionโ€ and โ€œAhsokaโ€ mini posters, and โ€œHauntedย Mansionโ€ themed Fandango movie tickets, and one very appreciative and excited guest won the four โ€œHauntedย Mansionโ€ world premiere tickets.

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โ€œAhsoka,โ€ starring Dawson in the title role, is set after the fall of the Empire and follows the former Jedi Knight Ahsoka Tano as she investigates an emerging threat to a vulnerable galaxy. The series also stars Natasha Liu Bordizzo as Sabine Wren, Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Hera Syndulla, Ray Stevenson as Baylan Skoll, Ivanna Sakhno as Shin Hati, Diana Lee Inosanto as Morgan Elsbeth, David Tennant as Huyang, Lars Mikkelsen as Grand Admiral Thrawn, and Eman Esfandi appearing as Ezra Bridger. 

โ€œAhsokaโ€ is written by Dave Filoni, who is also an executive producer alongside Jon Favreau, Kathleen Kennedy, Colin Wilson, and Carrie Beck. Karen Gilchrist is co-executive producer. The seriesโ€™ directors include Filoni, Steph Green, Peter Ramsey, Jennifer Getzinger, Geeta Vasant Patel and Rick Famuyiwa.

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In Walt Disney Animation Studiosโ€™ โ€œWish,โ€ Asha, a sharp-witted idealist, makes a wish so powerful that it is answered by a cosmic forceโ€”a little ball of boundless energy called Star. Together, Asha and Star confront a most formidable foeโ€”the ruler of Rosas, King Magnificoโ€”to save her community and prove that when the will of one courageous human connects with the magic of the stars, wondrous things can happen. Featuring the voices of Academy Awardยฎ-winning actor Ariana DeBose as Asha, Chris Pine as Magnifico, and Alan Tudyk as Ashaโ€™s favorite goat, Valentino, the film is helmed by Oscarยฎ-winning director Chris Buck (โ€œFrozen,โ€ โ€œFrozen 2โ€) and Fawn Veerasunthorn (โ€œRaya and the Last Dragonโ€), produced by Peter Del Vecho (โ€œFrozen,โ€ โ€œFrozen 2โ€) and co-produced by Juan Pablo Reyes (โ€œEncantoโ€). Jennifer Lee (โ€œFrozen,โ€ โ€œFrozen 2โ€) executive producesโ€”Lee and Allison Moore (โ€œNight Sky,โ€ โ€œManhuntโ€) are writers on the project. With original songs by Grammyยฎ-nominated singer/songwriter Julia Michaels and Grammy winning producer/songwriter/musician Benjamin Rice, plus score by composer Dave Metzger, โ€œWishโ€ opens only in theaters on Nov. 22, 2023.

Star of Hocus Pocus 2 Hopes to Reprise Role in Upcoming Sequel

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Following the highly anticipated return of the original Hocus Pocus stars in Hocus Pocus 2 last year, fans were introduced to new characters, including Sam Richardson’s lovable Gilbert. With the confirmation of a third film in the series, Richardson expressed his keen interest in reprising his role, although various industry challenges may hinder the project’s progress. Despite the uncertainties surrounding the upcoming adventure and the absence of a release date, Richardson’s enthusiasm for returning to the enchanting world of Hocus Pocus remains unwavering.

Related – Hocus Pocus 3 Confirmed by President of Walt Disney Motion Pictures Sean Bailey

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When asked about the possibility of Gilbert making a comeback in Hocus Pocus 3, Richardson shared his hopes, stating, “I certainly hope so. I had such a great time playing Gilbert in Hocus Pocus 2. I’d go and play on that set any day of the week. You just tell me, I’ll be there.” However, with ongoing writers’ strikes and potential actors’ strikes looming, significant momentum on the project may be delayed.

Related – New Spellbinding Hocus Pocus Lego Set Coming Soon!

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In the original Hocus Pocus, the nefarious Sanderson sisters were resurrected when a virgin unintentionally lit the Black Flame Candle. In the sequel, Gilbert intentionally recreated the candle, having witnessed the sisters’ magic during his childhood, leading to their return. However, as the story unfolded, Gilbert realized his mistake and played a pivotal role in aiding the teenaged heroes in vanquishing the sisters. This reconciliation paves the way for a potentially more amicable return for Gilbert in the third film.

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Although the initial release of Hocus Pocus in 1993 did not garner significant attention due to its summer launch and competition from films like Jurassic Park, its subsequent airings on various networks captured the hearts of a new generation. Over the years, the devoted following of Hocus Pocus has grown exponentially, enchanting viewers young and old with its Halloween-themed adventure, fostering a passionate fan base eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the beloved franchise.

The Largest Disney Collection Hits the Auction Block on July 17th

The Joel Magee Disneyland Collection
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The largest Disney Collection Hits the Auction Block on July 17th

The largest individually owned Disneyland/Disney Park collection in the world, amassed over a 30-year period will hit the auction block at Van Eaton Galleries. โ€œThe Joel Magee Disneyland Collectionโ€ auction will kick off on July 17, 2023 (Disneylandโ€™s 68th birthday) and continue for three days, concluding on July 19, 2023.

The collection is so vast, the auction house secured a 30,000-square-foot building for the public exhibition which begins June 28, 2023, and will remain open through July 16, 2023.ย  With over 1,500 items, the auction and exhibition is so diverse, so large and so fascinating that both Disney aficionados and fans who love the happiest place on earth will be stunned at the number of items included.ย 

Related – John Stamos Shares Behind-the-Scenes Look at Upcoming Van Eaton Disney Auction

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โ€œThe Joel Magee Disneyland Collection is actually almost 6,000 pieces. For this auction, I have hand-picked just over 1,500 pieces that trace the story of the parks in an extraordinary fashion. This is the first and most important auction of his collection in the coming year and is by far the most impressive and historically significant one-of-a-kind piece. A couple of examples of the rarities the auction will provide are the โ€œSet of three Audio-Animatronic Hitchhiking Ghostsโ€ which are estimated to sell for $100,000-$200,000 and the โ€œMidget Atopiaโ€ car, estimated to sell for $50,000-$100,000. There are just too many outstanding Disneyland and Disney Parks items to list. It is the most amazing collection weโ€™ve had the honor of working within decades. We canโ€™t wait to see all the happy faces come through the exhibition โ€“ our recreation of the โ€œhappiest place on earth.โ€ โ€“ Mike Van Eaton, Co-Founder, Van Eaton Galleries.

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So rare are many of the artifacts, they havenโ€™t been seen in public for over 60 years. Imagine a 1917 Model T Ford Moving Van from Main Street that Walt Disney created himself or the set of very rare three animatronic Hitchhiking Ghosts from The Haunted Mansion โ€“ only set in the world to be available.ย 

Other remarkable items include a Peter Pan Ship Ride Vehicle (Estimate: $50,000-$100,000); a Haunted Mansion โ€œDoom Buggyโ€ (Estimate: $30,000-$60,000); a very rare set of Tiki Birds from the Enchanted Tiki Room which has been restored to working order (Estimate: $80,000-$100,000) and a very rare โ€œMidget Atopiaโ€ car (Estimate: $50,000-$100,000) and so much more.

The over 1,500 items will be exhibited at the Burbank Town Center Mall at 201 East Magnolia in Burbank, California. It is a fitting location as it was once where Disney planned to build the Disney-MGM Studios. The public exhibition will open on June 28, 2023.ย 

From the rarest of attraction artifacts to costumes, props, souvenirs, tickets, signage, cast member items, and much more, the auction exhibition will be a journey through Disney offering guests the opportunity to experience some of the earliest historical items to modern-day ride attractions.ย 

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Never before has Van Eaton Galleries staged such a monumental exhibition prior to the auction. Guests will see the Dumbo ride vehicle (Estimate: $100,000-$200,000) and the worldโ€™s largest collection of Disneyland posters all together for the first time (Estimate: various).ย 

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Additional highlights include Waltโ€™s Microphone Shield (Estimate: $7,000-$9,000); a rare 1955 Junior Admission Complete Ticket Book (Estimate: $1,500-$2,500);ย  a Santa Fe & Disneyland Main Street Original 1956 Attraction Poster (Estimate: $8,000-$10,000); the Original Main Street (1955) City Hall Doors (Estimate: $15,000-$20,000); Original Global Van Lines Moving Truck (1963-79) (Estimate: $100,000 – $200,000); a Rare Hand Painted (Disneyland, 1950s) Rainbow Caverns Omnibus Sign ($20,000-$30,000); a Disneyland 1960s Toy Factory Mold-a-Rama Vending Machine (Estimate $2,000-$4,000); a Disneyland Bubble Gum (1965) Trading Card Display Case with unopened Trading Cards (Estimate: $500-$800); a rare (1955) Disneyland Globe Board Game (Estimate: $200-$400); a Celebration U.S.A. (Disneyland, 1991) Parade Float Model (Estimate: $7,000-$9,000); a Large Main Street Electrical Parade (Disneyland, 1970s-1980s) Window Display (Estimate: $3,000-$5,000) and Indiana Jones Imagineering (1990s) Model (Estimate: $10,000-$20,000).

Although the collection is far too massive to list all of the items up for auction, some additional highlights include an Original Walt Disney World Barnstormer Vehicle (Estimate: $5,000-$8,000); an Original Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Sign ($6,000-$8,000); Original Walt Disney World Mickey Mouse Promotional Art (Estimate: $2,000-$4,000); a Tower of Terror (1994) Twilight Zone Bellhop Costume ($2,000-$4,000); a Giant Toy Story Alien Prop Figure ($1,000-$2,000); and a Toy Story Midway Mania Potato Head Vehicle Prop (Estimate: $800-$1,000).

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But there is more for the Disney collector. Others include a Mickey Mouse Steamboat Willie Poster (Estimate: $500-$700);ย  an Original Phantom Boat (1955 Disneyland) Production Model (Estimate: $5,000-$7,000); a rare Space Mountain Attraction Sign (Estimate: $4,000-$6,000); a rare Space Mountain Attraction Vehicle (Estimate: $10,000-$20,000); a rare Monorail Attraction Poster (Sample 1961) (Estimate: $4,000-$6,000); a Walt Disney World Monorail Captains Chair and Controller (Estimate: $10,000-$20,000); an Original Submarine Voyage Mermaid Prop (Estimate: $8,000-$10,000); an Original Painting Concept for Mission to Mars Poster ($20,000-$30,000); a Skyway Original Bucket Vehicle (1965 Disneyland) signed by Bob Gurr (Estimate: $60,000-$100,000); an Original Kilimanjaro Safari Wait Time Sign (Estimate: $2,000-$4,000); a Great Movie Ride Bugsby Berkely Dancer Figure (Estimate: $2,000-$4,000); a Figment Audio Animatronic Figure (Estimate: $4,000-$6,000); a Spaceship Earth Prototype Head (Estimate: $500-$700); a Walt Disney World original painting (Estimate: $800-$1,000); an Original Discovery Island Florida Natives Sign (Estimate: $500-$800); a Polynesian Resort Trash Can (Estimate: $2,000-$4,000); a Star Jets Attraction Vehicle (1974-1994) (Estimate: $15,000-$20,000), a Seven Drawfs Mine Train Construction Fence decor (Estimate: $300-$500) and much, much more.ย 

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Joel Magee is best known as โ€œThe Toy Scout.โ€ His passion for collecting began at age 13 while visiting a local flea market where he was fascinated with a collectible lunchbox and the rest is history. He is a well-sought-after personality appearing at Toy Shows across the country and has amassed one of the most impressive collections of toys and Disneyana in the world. He can often be seen on television and heard on radio shows where he brings his passion and knowledge for all things toys and Disney to each and every appearance.ย 

โ€œI have spent most of my life searching the world for the most extraordinary Disney items that trace the history of such a magical place. Itโ€™s been a passion of mine forever and now itโ€™s time to share that passion with fans and collectors around the globe.ย  I look forward to seeing all the happy faces at the exhibition and hope that the lucky bidders who become the new custodians of pieces in this collection enjoy them and learn from them as I have over the past few decades. โ€“ โ€œJoel Magee, The Toy Scout

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Walt Disney changed the world when he created Disneyland. He succeeded in creating the most magical place on earth that millions love and cherish. Van Eaton Galleries has produced a monumental tribute to Walt, Disneyland/Disney Parks and the decades of history that have captured the hearts of guests from all points of the earth. To bid in โ€œThe Joel Magee Disneyland Collectionโ€ auction please visit www.vegalleries.com.ย 

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To bid, register or view the catalog for the auction please visit www.vegalleries.com

All photo credits: Van Eaton Galleries

The Joel Magee Disneyland Collection Auction

Monday, July 17, 2023 โ€“ Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Auction times vary each day, please visit the website for more information 

Van Eaton Galleries 

12160 Ventura Blvd

Studio City, California 

The Joel Magee Disneyland Collection Public Exhibition

Begins Wednesday, June 28, 2023 through Sunday, July 16, 2023

Open Wednesday through Sunday 11:00 a.m PT โ€“ 7:00 p.m. PT

Burbank Town Center Mall

201 East Magnolia

Burbank, California

Park in the West Parking Garage on First Street. Please enter the exhibition from the outside of the mall between Sears and World Market. 

Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Construction Update for July

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Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Construction Update for July

Construction is well underway for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure takeover of Splash Mountain in the Magic Kingdom. The big news from the past couple of weeks has been the installation of Tiana’s Tiara Topped Tower near the large drop. (try saying that 5 times fast)

Related – Disney Imagineers installed the Tiara-Topped Water Tower at Tianaโ€™s Bayou Adventure

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Scaffolding still covers pretty much the whole attraction as Disney Crews work to get things ready for the 2024 opening date.

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Almost the entire ride track seems to be covered as crews work in sections. I imagine before this ride is complete they will fully refurbish the entire track including a fresh coat of paint.

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Even the ride entrance is in disarray. It should be interesting to see how Disney revamps this whole ride from start to finish.

Here is a look at more construction photos:

About a week ago, Disney shared a first look at Tiana’s New Outfit. Tiana loses the Princess Dress for something more fitting for the bayou.

Check out the photos and video below.

Anywho… Here is our Construction Update for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure in the Magic Kingdom for the beginning of July.

We still have a while to wait tillย Tianaโ€™s Bayou Adventureย is expected to open in 2024!

Jamie Lee Curtis Would Love to Make a Carousel of Progress Movie

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Jamie Lee Curtis Would Love to Make a Carousel of Progress Movie

Actress Jamie Lee Curtis, who is playing Madame Leota in the upcoming “Haunted Mansion” movie, recently shared she would love to make a movie based on the Carousel of Progress ride at Walt Disney World.

Related – Advance Tickets Now On Sale For Disneyโ€™s Haunted Mansion Opening In Theaters July 28th

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In a video shared to the Disney Studios TikTok account, Jamie Lee Curtis responded to the question, “If you could do another movie based on a Disney ride what would it be?” Her response was the Carousel of Progress attraction in Magic Kingdom!

โ€œSo, my favorite ride/attraction was something called the Carousel of Progress,โ€ Curtis said, โ€œwhich is only now at Disney World. But it was the GE Carousel of Progress, and I loved it. So I would want to make a movie of the Carousel of Progress, which is basically time travel. Itโ€™s sort of about technology and itโ€™s changed over the years.โ€

Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress

Walt Disney originally conceived the show as part of a new area at Disneyland Park called Edison Square. When the concept was abandoned, the idea was reimagined, eventually opening under the name โ€œProgresslandโ€ at the 1964-65 New York World’s Fair.

With the classic song “Thereโ€™s a Great Big Beautiful Tomorrowโ€ by the Academy Awardยฎ-winning team of brothers Richard and Robert Sherman, the show was an instant hit. Following its success, the show moved to Disneyland Park and was renamed โ€œThe Carousel of Progress.โ€

In 1975, the attraction moved to Magic Kingdom park where it was rewritten and restaged with a new theme song, โ€œThe Best Time of Your Life.โ€

In the true spirit of progress, the show was reworked in 1994 to its initial incarnation with the original theme song intactโ€”as a tribute to nostalgia.

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Follow an American family over 4 generations of progress and watch technology transform their lives.

During each era, learn how the technological marvels of the day made life more comfortableโ€”and paved the way for unimaginable innovations.

Discover how gas lamps, the hand-cranked washing machine and gramophone made the pre-electric era a breeze.

Watch the advent of electricity give rise to modern conveniences like the electric iron, the radioโ€”and the simple, revolutionary light bulb.

See how the automatic dishwasher and television set transformed the American household.

Today’s high-tech marvels include virtual-reality games, high-definition televisions and voice-activated household appliances. Imagine the wonders the next hundred years may bring!

Would you be interested in seeing a movie made about the Carousel of Progress?

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Indiana Jones Pinball Machine Returns to Disneyland

Indiana Jones Pinball Machine
Indiana Jones Pinball Machine
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Indiana Jones Pinball Machine Returns to Disneyland

The Indiana Jones pinball machine has returned to the Disneyland Resort! The famous pinball machine has returned to Adventureland after being absent for many years.

Related – Indiana Jones Meet & Greet Spotted in Disneyland

The return of the Indiana Jones pinball machine coincided with the release of โ€œIndiana Jones and the Dial of Destinyโ€ last weekend. The machine was once part of the Indiana Jones Adventure Outpost shop before the area became extra seating for Bengal Barbecue.

The pinball machine now sits in a corner of the indoor seating area for Bengal Barbecue. Indiana Jones, his father Dr. Jones, Short Round, Marion, Willie, and Sallah are all depicted in the artwork on the machine. Other famous images from the Indiana Jones franchise are also featured.

The rules and instructions for the game can be found in the corner.

Indiana Jones Meet

Experience Indiana Jones offerings at Disneyland

An Indiana Jones meet & greet has been spotted in Disneyland! To celebrate the release of the new film, Indiana Jones & the Dial of Destiny, guests can meet Indiana Jones in Disneyland park.

There is no set time or schedule for meeting Indiana Jones or a specific meeting location but guests can see him roaming around Adventureland throughout the day. He will also sometimes enter the queue for Indiana Jones Adventure and chat with guests. Guests can also see him hanging out above the Jungle Cruise queue.

Indy is dressed in his traditional adventurer outfit complete with his iconic whip and hat. He also carries a notebook and tapestry around with him and asks guests to help him decipher the clues on each.

This Indiana Jones meet and greet will be around for a limited time but we donโ€™t know an exact date that it will end. If you want to meet the famous adventurer, head over to Disneyland soon!

And for fans of the thrilling attraction, Indiana Jones Adventure, keep an eye out for some new touches that enhance the experience. These updates help you feel even closer to the mysteries of the Temple of the Forbidden Eye. Notice how Mara taunts you with a powerful energy โ€“ which inevitably turns a possible escape route into a rubble of dust. We hope you can find a way out!

And, at Bengal Barbecue in Adventureland at Disneyland Resort, savor the enticing Forbidden Turnover โ€“ if you dare.

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