Happy Thursday! We're back with another Disney news round-up! Today we have details on the new holiday-themed Disney Gift Cards, the Toys for Tots drive at Disneyland Resort, and much more. Let's check it out.
It's been a good year for the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. The division has been recognized with more than 150 awards for excellence in guest experiences including dining and theme park attractions.
The Magic Kingdom's Main Street Electrical Parade is ending on October 9 and moving to the Disneyland Resort for a "limited-time encore engagement." Disneyland's Paint the Night Parade, which was part of its Diamond Celebration, ends on September 5.
It's that time of year again! No, we're not talking about basketball. It's March Magic time when Disney attractions are competing for the top spot as the Ultimate Disney Attraction. This year's teams include the Gracey Manor Ghouls, Future World Phoenicians, and the Buena Vista Red Car Trolleys.
The Walt Disney Company announced late last week that Bob Weis would be taking over as president of Walt Disney Imagineering, replacing Bruce Vaughn. Weis was instrumental in the makeover of Disney California Adventure and was in charge of the Shanghai Disney project.
If you have plans to tune in to the 127th Rose Parade on New Year's Day make sure you watch for the Disneyland Resort float. The 2016 float was created to showcase some of the great adventures that await guests at the Happiest Place on Earth.
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts and the Kimberly-Clark Corporation recently announced a new strategic alliance that will increase the availability and offerings of Kimberly-Clark products at the Disney theme parks and on Disney Cruise Line ships.
If you're looking for a special gift this holiday season check out the new Disney Holiday Gift Card Holiday Pin Series. These holiday-themed gift cards come with a special Disney Trading Pin, so it's like giving two gifts in one!
In a continued effort to provide options for guests with food allergies and intolerances, Disney has recently launched the all-new Snacks with Character line of Disney-branded allergy-friendly snacks. The new snack line includes cookies, snack bars, and more.
The next time you order a box of popcorn at the Walt Disney World Resort you'll be snacking on Pop Secret brand popcorn. Diamond Foods, Inc., and Disney recently announced that the Pop Secret brand of popcorn is now the official popcorn of Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort.
Don't have time to sit down for full service, but still want to taste some of Celebrity Chef Art Smith's down home cooking? Then slide on up to the outdoor Shine Bar at Homecoming Florida Kitchen, grab a drink and indulge in a little something to grab-and-go.
No longer just a rumor, we're thrilled to share that Bob Iger announced at D23 that Star Wars Land will be coming to both the Disneyland Resort in California, and Walt Disney World in Florida!
Star Wars continues to pick up steam as we are just weeks away from May and the beginning of the annual Star Wars Weekends inside the Disney Parks. And just in time for this incredible event, more park news about everyone's favorite Star Wars ride; Star Tours. SMS Audio LLC and Walt Disney Parks and Resorts have joined forces to create some beautiful, and very high end Star Wars headphones with for your enjoyment. Just take a look at them here:
D23, Disney's Official Fan Club, has announced that it will continue to bring members unique experiences throughout 2012 and host more special events than ever for members and the public. Starting our in Palm Springs at the Smoke Tree Ranch the magic will spread across the country as D23 hits the road and sprinkles pixie dust wherever they go.