Sparking discussion again are more rumors about Disney’s plans to incorporate Star Wars into their parks and with the D23 Expo kicking off this weekend in Anaheim everyone is waiting, with about as much patience as Anakin Skywalker, to find out what Disney has in store for us. It looks like Disneyland
Tag: Expansion
Disney Purchases New Land Across from Disneyland
Could a recent purchase of nearly 15 acres of land by The Walt Disney Co. near its Anaheim Disneyland Resort mean an expansion for the parks? Property records show that in March a division of the company bought the Carousel Inn and Suites at 1530 S. Harbor Blvd. in Anaheim
Disneyland Pledges Big Expansion to Avoid Admissions Tax
This week the Anaheim City Council moved to extend an admissions tax ban to the Walt Disney Co. in exchange for a billion-dollar expansion pledge. The City Council approved a 30-year entertainment tax exemption for Disney. Disney is required to begin construction by the end of 2017 and finish within 7 years. There
Big Changes to Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Disney’s Animal Kingdom is known more as a “Half-Day” Park. Disney thinks it’s time to change that perception. At the end of 2014, Camp Minnie and Mickey closed, and they are making way for some BIG Changes! The new land will be based off the movie Avatar. The land is
Documents Filed for an Epcot’s Frozen Expansion
Documents have been filed for Epcot’s Frozen Expansion. The new “Frozen” attraction will be located between Norway and Mexico. It will be taking over the old Maelstrom ride and then some. The new documents were prepared for the South Florida Water Management District and the Reedy Creek Improvement District. It will be
Project 3 – Permits Filed for Hollywood Studios
Rampant running rumors just had some fanning of the flames recently. Disney has filed the paper work for permits on Soundstage 1 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Currently dubbed ‘Project 3’ the title sounds as if it were straight out of a sci-fi film. Sound stage 1 is right next door
Studios Backlot Tour at Hollywood Studios to Close on September 27th
Disney has confirmed the Studio Backlot Tour at Disney’s Hollywood Studies will close on September 27 to make room for a new development. The announcement, which came on September 19, only gives guests another 8 days to get one more chance for this attraction. Included in this new development is
New Details on the Renovations at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
I am sure you heard that Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is undergoing a total makeover. New plans were recently revealed for the resort. The Nanea Volcano feature pool area is being completely renovated. There are plans for a new children’s water play area, an enlarged deck to accommodate poolside seating
Some New Magical Changes are Coming to the Magic Kingdom
If you have been to the Magic Kingdom lately than you know that there can be a crowding issue, especially at the hub in front of the castle. Disney has taken notice of this and they are expanding that area and adding some magical enhancements, in true Disney fashion. They
Camp Minnie-Mickey Set to Close
We have some bad news for you. We have received word that Camp Minnie-Mickey will close in 2014. Disney has not released a specific date yet but as soon as we know you will know. Avatarland will be taking over all of the Camp Minnie-Mickey space when it opens in 2017.
Check Here for a Virtual Sneak Peak to the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Ride!
As many of you know December 6th was the Grand Opening of the New Fantasyland and all were excited to see it (yes we all saw it last month for a sneak opening as well!) But, regardless I loved it last month and will continue to admire the New Fantasyland
Fantasyland’s Storybook Circus Will Open By Late March, Snow White Closing May 31st
Great News! Disney is reporting the first elements of Storybook Circus will open by late March, marking the first in a series of progressive openings for the largest expansion in Magic Kingdom Park history. Among the first experiences to open will be one carousel of Dumbo the Flying Elephant, a
