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At Marvel Studios’ panel in Hall H at SDCC on Saturday, Kevin Feige announced there will be 10 projects in Phase 4 for the MCU.

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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland® Park will transport you to a galaxy far, far away. While on the planet Batuu, you may spot some iconic starships and vehicles up-close. Here’s what you may encounter:

A-wing Starfighter

With its sleek arrowhead shape, streamlined cockpit and massive twin engines, the A-wing suggests raw speed. Used first by the Rebel Alliance and now the Resistance, it is well suited for quick strikes. You can find the A-Wing Starfighter at the Resistance encampment.

First Order TIE echelon

A new assault vehicle in the TIE (twin ion engine) series, this echelon shuttle is used by the First Order mainly for small troop and cargo transport. You can see this starship at the First Order Cargo area.

Landspeeders

There are two models of speeders in for repairs in the garage at Black Spire Station: a X-34 model like the one Luke Skywalker used on Tatooine, and a Jakku speeder, built from scavenged parts.

Millennium Falcon

Once flown by iconic smuggler Han Solo and his Wookiee first mate, Chewbacca, and more recently by Rey, the Millennium Falcon is sometimes lovingly referred to as “the fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy.” The YT-1300 Corellian freighter is located at the Spaceport and is currently being loaned to Hondo Ohnaka, the former pirate who owns and operates Ohnaka Transport Solutions.

Sienar-Chall Utilipede Transport

Chef Strono “Cookie” Tuggs uses this modified shuttle as a mobile kitchen and restaurant, jumping from one planet to the next as a “traveling diner for diners traveling.” It is currently atop Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo in Black Spire Outpost.

X-wing Starfighter

A versatile ship balancing speed and firepower, the X-wing is a nimble starfighter used in dogfights first by the Rebel Alliance and now the Resistance. Its name comes from the “X” its four wings create when they’re locked in attack position. Take a closer look at the X-wing Starfighter at the Resistance encampment.

Whether you are part of the Resistance or supporting the First Order, you can activate your hyper drive and head on over to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge!

NBA Experience evokes the feel of a modern NBA arena, and its retail location maintains that same vibe – it’s sleek and vibrant. As Guests explore the space, they’ll find a diverse collection of merchandise, from clothing to purses and backpacks to pins, toys and collectibles … and much more.  Items include:

Character Clothing – Disney created new basketball action poses for Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy just for NBA Experience, and each character is featured on his or her own special shirt – and socks! 

Official NBA Experience Apparel – The slick NBA Experience logo can be found on polos, t-shirts, tanks, long-sleeve shirts and more. 

Customizable Collection – In the middle of the store you will find a D Tech on Demand station that allows them to add customization to MagicBands, water bottles, smartphone cases, magnets and ornaments. 

Backpacks – Sure to be a fan favorite is the Loungefly mini-backpack featuring Mickey Mouse Ears and a pebble-grain design that mimics a basketball. There’s also a stylish full-size backpack with the NBA Experience logo that would be great for that next outing to the gym or for kids going back to school. 

Exclusive Mickey Mouse Ear Hats – The NBA Store also features an exclusive set of Mickey Mouse Ear Hats that look just like Guests are wearing a basketball! 

And there’s so much more to find in this expansive new store, including plenty of NBA team apparel, player jerseys (including all-time great retired players) and collectibles. 

Be sure to go check it out, and then get ready for tipoff at NBA Experience on Aug. 12, 2019  – tickets are on sale!

It’s a great summer to visit Disneyland® Resort, with incredible new experiences from Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and “Disneyland Forever” fireworks at Disneyland Park, to Inside Out Emotional Whirlwind and the limited time “Tale of the Lion King” show at Disney California Adventure® Park. And right now through Aug. 1, you can catch “Mickey and Friends Band-Tastic Cavalcade” twice daily on the parade route at Disneyland Park.

Mickey Mouse and his friends are joining the world-famous Disneyland Band for this delightful procession, featuring live music and a host of favorite Disney characters. The march steps off in grand style, complete with colorfully-adorned Main Street, U.S.A. vehicles, and continues through the park with stops for special show moments where Guests can dance and clap along with their fantastic friends.

In “Mickey and Friends Band-Tastic Cavalcade,” Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse are joined by Donald Duck, Goofy, Pluto and a parade of seldom seen Disney characters. Guests never know who they might see when they visit. It could be Peter Pan and Captain Hook, Genie and Aladdin, King Louie, Terk, Marie and more!

Catch a glimpse of the cavalcade below:

“Mickey and Friends Band-Tastic Cavalcade” only runs through Aug. 1, so mark your calendars for Aug. 2 for the limited-time encore engagement of the one-and-only “Main Street Electrical Parade”!

“Descendants” fans and VKs (that’s Villain Kids for the uninitiated) are invited to celebrate this summer’s release of “Descendants 3” at the Disney DescenDANCE Party, rocking the Marketplace Stage at Disney Springs® for a limited time July 26-Aug. 11, 2019. At the Disney DescenDANCE Party, Guests can hit the dance floor to some wickedly good beats, snap and share great pics at a pair of cool photo ops, and catch on-screen shout-outs from some of the stars of the movie.

And if you can’t make it to Disney Springs for this limited run, fear not! The DescenDANCE Party fun will carry on, taking over the stage at Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café as an added feature during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, offered select nights at Magic Kingdom® Park starting Aug. 16, 2019.

In “Descendants 3,” after a barrier breach threatens the safety of Auradon during the VKs’ departure off the Isle, Mal decides to permanently close the magical barrier, fearing Uma and Hades will do irreparable damage. But an unfathomable, unforeseen dark force threatens the people of Auradon, and it’s up to Mal and the VKs to save everyone in the kingdom before it’s too late.

Fans can watch “Descendants 3” on Aug. 2, 2019 at 8 p.m. on Disney Channel! 

Today I had the amazing opportunity to watch Disney’s THE LION KING in 4DX. Wow! This was the first time I had ever been to a 4DX movie so I was really excited to see what it was all about. If you have never been, it can be explained as a totally immersive experience. The chairs move, sound surrounds every person in the theater, there are water, wind, scent and fog effects, plus it is 3D. I guess the closest I have been is Mickey’s Philharmagic at Walt Disney World. THE LION KING had just the right amount of action with the moving seats. This “Savanna Riding” motion really moved along with the animals as they ran, flew, or even splashed around. The scenes of the hyenas chasing young Simba and Nala, the wildebeest stampede in the gorge, as well as Simba and Scar fighting for the Pride Land literally put me on the edge of my seat. There was even motion that matched the songs from the movie. The Live Action version is truly remarkable. I felt like I was watching a Disney Nature feature is was so real. The script follows very closely to the 1994 original with some fun updates. No spoilers here, but be sure to pay close attention to the banter between Timon and Pumbaa. Hilarious! The movie has an all-star cast with James Earl Jones in the role of Mufasa once again, Donald Glover and Beyoncé as Simba and Nala, Billy Eichner and Seth Roman as Timon and Pumbaa, Keegan-Michael Key as a hyena, and John Oliver as Zazu. The list could go on and on. In this Live Action version, the emotion really comes through with each character. The stampede scene is both riveting and shocking even though I knew what would happen. I think watching in a 4DX theater intensified the whole experience. THE LION KING is most definitely for the whole family whether it is the first time watching Simba’s journey or the 50th (I think I burned through our VHS tape back in the day). With temperatures climbing this summer, gather up the gang and head to the closet movie theatre to see Disney’s THE LION KING. If you are lucky enough to live near a 4DX screening, take advantage of it! It was an experience like no other.

Whether you want to take a break from the crowds or you just want to spend a day lounging poolside, Walt Disney World’s resorts offer plenty of delicious dining options for every kind of traveler. Even better, you don’t have to be staying at these resorts—or even on-property at all—to treat yourself to a little extra Disney magic.

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How major architects of the 1980s and early 1990s brought a new fantastic point of view to the Walt Disney Company’s buildings.

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Whether it’s cruising around the Caribbean or soaking up the sun on Disney Castaway Cay, Cruise Critic Members agree that Disney Cruise Line is number one. We’re excited to share that Cruise Critic announced the results of this year’s Cruiser’s Choice Destination awards and Disney Cruise Line ranked as the top cruise line across three categories: “Top Cruise Line in the Eastern Caribbean, Bahamas and Bermuda,” “Top Cruise Line in the Western Caribbean and Riviera Maya” and, for the fourth consecutive year, “Top Cruise Line Private Island.”

The Cruisers’ Choice Destination Awards are selected based on thousands of first-hand reviews posted to the Cruise Critic website over the past year. Cruise Critic offers one of the largest online cruise communities with more than 350,000 cruise reviews. Colleen McDaniel, Editor-in-Chief of Cruise Critic, shared with us that Cruise Critic Members consistently tell them that a Disney cruise is a vacation for all ages. 

These awards really speak volumes about the high level of satisfaction our guests feel after sailing with Disney. Our thousands of Cast and Crew Members work to make each guest feel like a VIP from the moment they’re welcomed aboard. In the words of our Disney Cruise Line President Jeff Vahle, “It’s our dedicated officers and crew members who deliver the Disney difference again and again.”  

The fun definitely doesn’t stop onboard our ships. Disney Castaway Cay is a 1,000-acre private island in the Bahamas with turquoise waters, white-sand beaches and swaying palm trees that is exclusive to Disney Cruise Line Guests. One Cruise Critic member described the island as “the best place on earth with plenty to do for all ages.” Another shared, “We had the time of our lives. The children were well entertained and there was a separate area for adults to relax and enjoy.”

When Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens August 29 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios®, this incredible new land will transport you to the planet of Batuu, where they’ll be able to live their own adventure in and around Black Spire Outpost. And when they’re “off planet” exploring the rest of the park, they can enjoy a variety of other great Star Wars experiences that celebrate the entire saga.

• Star Wars Launch Bay – This multi-sensory space is a must-do for Star Wars fans of all ages with the “Meet the Makers” short film, galleries featuring treasured memorabilia and authentic replicas of Star Wars artifacts, special Star Wars merchandise and opportunities to interact with favorite Star Wars characters like Chewbacca and BB-8. Starting August 29 at Star Wars Launch Bay, they can even have a personal face-to-face encounter with Darth Vader himself.
• Star Wars: A Galaxy Far, Far Away – This unique live show experience is presented several times daily at the park’s Center Stage area, bringing to life iconic moments from the saga with compelling film clips, special effects and appearances by favorite Star Wars characters.
• Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple – In this unforgettable, interactive experience, younglings are guided to the site of a sacred and ancient Jedi temple, where they learn the ways of the Force and face their fears against iconic Star Wars villains, to discover if they have the makings of a true Jedi.
• Star Tours – The Adventures Continue – Star Tours takes you to multiple Star Wars destinations on a thrilling, motion-simulator based adventure across the galaxy, including characters and sequences from the newest Star Wars saga films Star Wars: The Force Awakens and Star Wars: The Last Jedi.
• Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular – This stunning nighttime show puts your in the middle of the action of memorable moments from the Star Wars saga, using state-of-the-art projection technology, lasers, lighting, pyrotechnics and other special effects.

More than ever before, Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the place for you to celebrate and immerse themselvesin the greatest saga ever told.