The Boneyard Fossil Fun Site in DinoLand U.S.A. is a great space for kids and young paleontologists to play!
“A world of prehistoric marvels awaits! Kids ages 10 and under are invited to clamber across rope bridges, climb through mysterious caves and hurl down twisting slides.
At the dig site, help excavate fossils from a Triceratops and a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Discover lots more dino-sized surprises as you have a blast digging up the past.
Parents of busy explorers can enjoy a shaded seating area at the dig site, where large fans help cool things down.”
No major changes happened to the attraction during the refurbishment.
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Magic Kingdom tops Theme Park Attendance list for 2022
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) and AECOM released their theme park attendance list for 2022. Park attendance was up by 32% at the largest parks and Magic Kingdom was at the top of that list.
Magic Kingdom had 17.3 million visitors in 2022, an increase of 35%. According to the report, Magic Kingdom was number 1 in North America and from the raw numbers would also be number 1 worldwide.
Disneyland came in number 2 on the list with 16.89 million visitors, a 97% increase. Universal’s Islands of Adventure came in 3rd with 11.02 million visitors, an increase of 21%. Universal Studios Florida had 10.75 million visitors, up 20%.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios had 10.9 million guests (up 27%); Epcot had 10 million guests (up 29%); and Disney’s Animal Kingdom saw 9.03 million guests (up 25%) last year.
SeaWorld Orlando saw 4.45 million visitors last year, up 6%. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay saw 4.05 million guests, an increase of 7%.
“The major theme park hub of Orlando was able to achieve huge gains in attendance mostly due to the strength of the domestic market, with many major operators noting international and group business had not fully bounced back until the end of 2022,” Francisco Refuerzo, a senior analyst for AECOM Economics, wrote in the report.
“In 2022, operators became laser-focused on improving the guest experience, learning that they were able to achieve or surpass pre-pandemic revenues even with reduced attendance levels, and realizing that in an increasingly competitive entertainment landscape, high-quality and memorable guest experiences are going to drive future demand,” he said.
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ICON Park in Orlando Launches New Deal for Families this Summer. ICON Park Orlando Fights “Vacation Inflation” with New Savings for Families, Friend Groups.
As the majority of travelers are planning to economize this year’s summer vacation (80 percent, according to Bankrate), the ICON Park Orlando entertainment destination – and its signature attraction, The Wheel – have launched new entertainment packages that are both affordable and designed to accommodate large families.
Since the 50-venue complex began offering summer savings at its attractions, restaurants, and shops, the average family size of its visitors has increased, as larger groups are also now able to enjoy affordable entertainment. The entertainment destination also has free admission and free parking.
And, according to the latest national survey by the Family Travel Association, 85 percent of parents are traveling with their children and 47 percent of participants are planning a multigenerational trip, requiring experiences that are affordable and enjoyable to all ages.
Summer Family Fun Pack – private capsule in the sky
Families and groups – with up to five guests – can now get their own private capsule experience aboard The Wheel for just $89.99 per group (just $18 per person) for a memorable ride to the stunning 400-foot view. (More than five? Up to three additional guests can be added at just $10 per person.) To learn more about the Summer Family Fun Pack, click here.
Play Pass – enjoy 10 attractions, plus up to 25 percent off dining and shopping
The biggest savings on all that ICON Park offers is the new Play Pass, which includes admissions to 10 different attractions, plus significant savings at famous restaurants and shops, for just $89.99 per person (a 50 percent savings).
ICON Park in Orlando Launches New Deal for Families this Summer
The Wheel, plus the new “Great Florida Road Trip” game
Museum of Illusions Orlando
Madame Tussauds Orlando
SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium
7D Motion Theater
Pearl Express Train
The Carousel on The Promenade
$25 credit from Max Action Arena
$5 arcade game card from In The Game ICON Park
Play Pass guests can receive up to 20 percent off at 18 world-class restaurants and bars, and up to 25 percent off at select retail shops, throughout the complex.
Ensuring flexibility, the pass is valid for 30 days, so guests may come and go. It’s the perfect way to make the most of an Orlando vacation or for locals that want to spread out their summer fun. To learn more or book a Play Pass, click here.
First Look At 2023 Holiday Merchandise Coming To Disney Parks and shopDisney!
We can’t wait for the holiday season, and are super excited to share with you a sneak peek of the 2023 Holiday merchandise coming to Disney Parks and shopDisney this year! Everything is beautiful and filled with holiday cheer, take a look:
Let’s start with a must have in every collection, the spirit jersey! This one will feature Mickey and Friends playing in the snow with a gorgeous light blue background. You can complete your look with a fun Mickey Mouse Santa Hat Ear Headband for a very merry look!
Stay cozy and warm with the Disney Pals hoodie and long sleeve shirt or look extra dapper with the fancy deep green Mickey Mouse button up.
Do you love snow during the holidays? Then the Snowman Mickey Mouse Ear Headband is a must have in your wardrobe! You can pair with a Mickey Mouse Fleece that will available in a Disney World and Disneyland version. And if you live in a more tropical area but still want to look super festive this holiday season, the Mickey and Friends Blue Woven Shirt will be a great choice for you.
How adorable are these Mickey and Minnie Mouse Sweaters with a candy cane pattern? They are great to match with your partner, best friend or family!
We are obsessed with the new Disney Classic Christmas Tote Bag featuring beloved Disney characters sharing some holiday cheer, perfect for attending the Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party in Magic Kingdom and carry all your essentials.
And for those into a comfy style, and let’s be honest, who isn’t? Specially during the holidays, these Disney Classics Christmas Crocs are a must!
Finally, we have the Hanukkah collection! It will include a Loungefly backpack, Minnie Ears and an adorable Mickey Mouse Plush so you can celebrate the Festival of Lights with your loves ones.
We can’t wait to get our hands on this new 2023 Holiday Merchandise this year!
New Disney100 Decades 1960s Collection Coming Soon To shopDisney!
The new Disney100 Decades 1960s Collection is coming to shopDisney tomorrow June 19th! This one will be inspired in movies like 101 Dalmatians and The Jungle Book, in fact, we have a sneak peek at two products that will be featured in this collection, take a look:
First we have a new pair of Minnie Ears inspired in The Jungle Book! They feature King Louie on one ear and Baloo on the other surrounded by palm leaves and a cream color bow in the middle. So cute!
The other product is a Loungefly backpack inspired in the 101 Dalmatians featuring the famous scene where Roger is playing the piano while Anita, Nanny and all the puppies listen to it in the living room.
Get this collection on June 19th at 8am PT at shopDisney and Disney Parks!
Today, Disney and Pixar released an out-of-this-world teaser trailer for its 28th feature film, Elio. For centuries, people have called out to the universe looking for answers—and in Elio, the universe calls back! An out-of-this-world teaser trailer, poster, and images for Disney and Pixar’s 28th feature film, “Elio,” are now available.
Revealed this morning are additions to the voice cast: Jameela Jamil and Brad Garrett join previously announced America Ferrera and Yonas Kibreab in the intergalactic misadventure that is scheduled to take off next spring—March 1, 2024. Check out the trailer, poster, and images and please share them with your readers.
For centuries, people have called out to the universe looking for answers—in Disney and Pixar’s all-new movie “Elio,” the universe calls back! The original feature film introduces Elio, an underdog with an active imagination who finds himself inadvertently beamed up to the Communiverse, an interplanetary organization with representatives from galaxies far and wide.
Mistakenly identified as Earth’s ambassador to the rest of the universe, and completely unprepared for that kind of pressure, Elio must form new bonds with eccentric alien lifeforms, survive a series of formidable trials and somehow discover who he is truly meant to be.
Directed by Adrian Molina (screenwriter and co-director of “Coco”) and produced by Mary Alice Drumm (associate producer of “Coco”), the film features the voices of America Ferrera as Elio’s mom, Olga; Jameela Jamil as Ambassador Questa; Brad Garrett as Ambassador Grigon; and Yonas Kibreab as the title character. “Elio” releases in theaters on March 1, 2024.
Celebrate the holidays in style aboard Disney Cruise Line
The most magical time of the year is about to get even more enchanting aboard Disney Cruise Line’s Very Merrytime cruises. This holiday season, guests can expect a sleigh-full of new festivities, including exciting entertainment experiences, beloved Disney characters donning festive attire, and a range of celebratory activities for the entire family. Get ready to immerse yourself in the joyous spirit of the holidays as Disney Cruise Line sets sail with a shipload of holiday cheer in 2023.
As the sun sets on the first night of every Very Merrytime sailing, passengers will gather in the ship’s grand atrium for a dazzling tree-lighting ceremony. Join Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and Goofy as they invite everyone to sing along to timeless holiday tunes. The highlight of the ceremony is a countdown that transforms the magnificent three-deck-tall tree into a beacon of merriment and also welcomes the guest of honor, none other than Santa Claus himself.
Mickey and Minnie’s Holiday Party, another brand-new experience on these special sailings, will invite families to the upper decks for a one-of-a-kind celebration at sea filled with good tidings and cheer. This high-energy deck party – thrown by Mickey and Minnie – will feature favorite Disney friends as they celebrate friendship, love, and family with a fresh mix of classic and original holiday songs during this special time of year.
From bow to stern, the Disney Cruise Line decks will be adorned with the holiday spirit during the Very Merrytime cruises. Guests can delight in spotting their favorite Disney characters donning brand-new holiday attire, adding an extra touch of cheer to the already enchanting atmosphere. Moreover, a plethora of themed activities designed for the whole family will be available, ensuring that the holiday magic extends to every member of your travel party.
Disney Cruise Line has carefully curated a selection of sailings from Florida and California to ensure that everyone can experience the wonder of the holidays at sea. The Disney Dream will embark on four- and five-night Very Merrytime cruises from its new home in Fort Lauderdale, whisking guests away to tropical destinations in the western Caribbean and Bahamas.
The Disney Wish and Disney Fantasy will continue sailing from Port Canaveral to The Bahamas and Caribbean, offering guests a chance to embrace the holiday spirit in the most magical way possible.
The Disney Magic will set sail from San Diego, delighting passengers with holiday sailings to Baja and the Mexican Riviera before concluding the season with Very Merrytime cruises to the western Caribbean from Galveston, Texas.
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First Look at Marvel’s Secret Invasion Coming Soon to Disney+
Marvel’s Secret Invasion is a major crossover storyline in the Marvel Comics universe. It was originally published as an eight-issue limited series in 2008, written by Brian Michael Bendis and illustrated by Leinil Francis Yu. The storyline has since become an iconic event in Marvel’s comic book history.
The premise of Secret Invasionrevolves around a long-running conspiracy where shape-shifting aliens known as Skrulls have infiltrated Earth, secretly replacing key individuals with Skrull impostors. The Skrulls possess the ability to perfectly mimic the appearance and memories of their targets, making it difficult to detect their presence.
The story unfolds as various Marvel superheroes begin to suspect that their friends, allies, and even fellow heroes may have been replaced by Skrulls. Trust is shattered, leading to paranoia and tension within the superhero community. The heroes must band together to uncover the truth, expose the Skrulls’ infiltration, and protect Earth from the impending invasion.
Secret Invasion had significant consequences for the Marvel Universe, as it exposed the extent of the Skrull infiltration and resulted in lasting changes to the status quo. The storyline had tie-in issues in numerous ongoing series and spawned several spin-off stories and mini-series exploring the aftermath of the invasion.
Marvel Studios announced a live-action television series called “Secret Invasion” as part of Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). This new show has adapted the concept of Skrull infiltration and features Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson), Maria Hill (Cobie Smulders), James Rhodes (Don Cheadle), Talos (Ben Mendelsohn), and G’iah (Emilia Clark.) prominently. We are now three decades after the arrival of the Skulls, who have patiently waited on Captain Marvel and Nick Fury to fulfill their promise of finding a homeland. Seemingly their patience has run out, and the time has come for Skulls to emerge from the shadows and seek to claim the earth for their own kind.
Secret Invasion presents as a spy thriller, and we had access to the first two episodes of the series. Secret Invasion perfectly balances action/adventure with drama in a way that refreshes the spy-thriller fans loved in the similarly themed Captain America: The Winter Soldier. Nick Fury has returned to earth following the blip a changed man, wearing decades of emotional and physical scarring that have caught up to the super-spy.
The supporting cast finds their voice early, and Secret Invasion incorporates the new character immediately. For those who worry that they will be confused, Secret Invasion has flashback sequences, so don’t worry if you missed Captain Marvel; you can pick up the action easily without much prior viewing needed. Secret Invasion feels grounded. Whereas some of the latest MCU entries have blasted off into space, Secret Invasion brings the fight back down to Earth and establishes stakes that will feel very real to audiences. Geopolitical strife and global conflict play center stage, and Secret Invasion draws inspiration from real-life global conflicts that will feel eerily realistic to most.
Shout out to Olivia Coleman, who joins the cast as Sonya Falsworth. Coleman plays a no-nonsense British intelligence agent that challenges Fury and might be able to beat him at his own game. There is some outstanding scene work at play, specifically between James Rhodes and Nick Fury. Hold on tight because there are going to be some big surprises and stakes for the future of S.W.O.R.D and the planet. While we only saw two episodes, it feels like this story arc is building for something unique, and I can’t wait to see where Secret Invasion takes the MCU. Kingsley Ben-Adir, as Rebel Skrull leader Gravik presents a unique threat and is wholly convincing as the show’s villain.
Secret Invasion is a natural entry point for new fans but will reward longtime viewers with a comic crossover that was worth the wait. Secret Invasion premiers exclusively on Disney+ on June 21, 2023. Secret Invasion is directed by Ali Selim and written by Kyle Bradstreet. Executive Producers on Secret Invasion are Kevin Feige, Jonathan Schwartz, Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Brad Winderbaum, Samuel L. Jackson, Ali Selim, Kyle Bradstreet, Brian Tucker.
How cute would this Figment t-shirt look during your next visit to Epcot? It is available in 8 different shirt colors so you can pick the one that works best with your style.
The design features Spaceship Earth with a rainbow in the back, Figment flying around and a “Let Your Imagination Soar” quote surrounded by Mickey icons and balloons. So cute!
These key knobs are 5.5″ and made of 100% cotton webbing. There are more then 50 different designs inspired in Disney films, attractions, snacks and more like the Dapper Dans, Pixar Pals, Tangled, Magic Kingdom, Haunted Mansion, Monorail and many more.
You can also add a Mickey Split Ring to add some extra pixie dust! A great addition to your keys for sure!
Partners Necklace To Reming Yourself To Never Stop Dreaming!
Remind yourself to think, dream, believe and dare every time you wear this Partners Necklace created by WearAndWishCo on Etsy for $30. You can order yours here!
The design is inspired in the famous Partners Statue found at Disney Parks with Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse. It also features a famous quote by Walt Disney that says: “First Think, Second Dream, Third Believe and Finally Dare.”
The necklace is 20″ long and made of stainless steel with a 18k gold plating. A great piece of jewelry to wear everywhere you do and remind yourself that all your dreams can come true if you have the courage to pursue them!
Add a mischievous touch to your style and get ready for the release of Loki 2 with this new Loki Watch from Citizen! You can order yours online at Citizenwatch.com now for $350, it could be a great gift for this Father’s Day or to treat yourself with a new fun accessory!
The design is inspired in one of the most popular Loki variants, Alligator Loki! It features deep shades of green with gold accents plus Loki’s horns in the dial area along with intricate details like a green croc textured strap and 45MM case.
And to make it even better, this watch is sustainably powered by light with Citizen’s Eco-Drive technology, so it never needs a battery! Pretty cool right? Definitely a must have!
You can get your Loki watch here and get ready for the premiere of Loki 2 on Disney+ on October 6th!
