While “ACME” is a name more associated with Warner Bros. Cartoons than Disney, nevertheless anvils featuring Wile E. Coyote’s brand of choice engraved on them could be found precariously hanging from the ceiling of Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ “Prop Shop.”
Please note the following updates to Disneyland® Resort Transporation:
Anaheim Gray Line Update
Anaheim Gray Line will no longer provide transportation to attractions and/or tours for 2017. All existing bookings for tours and attraction transportation through 2016 will be honored. Please note Disneyland Resort Express, which is run by Anaheim Gray Line, will continue to operate.
New for 2017 – Karmel Shuttle
In addition, Karmel Shuttle will replace Super Shuttle as the new transportation service offered to Guests who need airport transportation. Karmel Shuttle offers direct service by reservation via shared shuttle to the Anaheim resort area. It will also provide service to all of our Good Neighbor Hotels. Karmel Shuttle is a reservation-based transportation provider. Flight arrival details must be provided at the time of booking. You may also contact Karmel Shuttle directly at 888-995-7433, or online at www.karmel.com/verify/wdt at least 48 hours in advance.
Take a look at this early synopsis for Disney-Pixar’s ‘Cars 3’:
“Blindsided by a new generation of blazing-fast racers, the legendary Lightning McQueen (voice of Owen Wilson) is suddenly pushed out of the sport he loves. To get back in the game, he will need the help of an eager young race technician, Cruz Ramirez, with her own plan to win, plus inspiration from the late Fabulous Hudson Hornet, and a few unexpected turns. Proving that #95 isn’t through yet will test the heart of a champion on Piston Cup Racing’s biggest stage!
Directed by Brian Fee (storyboard artist “Cars,” “WALL•E”) and produced by Kevin Reher (“A Bug’s Life,” “La Luna” short), “Cars 3” cruises into theaters on June 16, 2017.”
The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) announced today that Pixar Animation Studios, will participate in the 2017 NAIAS – hosting a press conference on Sunday, January 8, 2017, including an early look at their upcoming summer film, “Cars 3” and the debut of a life-size version of one of the film’s stars.
“Having Pixar choose to join NAIAS and share an early sneak peek at their next film – from one of the most famous movie franchises in the studio’s storied history – is proof that Detroit is home to all facets of automotive, whether it’s fantasy or real-life,” said Sam Slaughter, 2017 NAIAS Chairman.
Along with its much-anticipated press conference, Pixar will create a special “Cars 3”-themed display on the show floor for the thousands of journalists and nearly a million individuals that will visit during the run of show.
“With every film that we make at Pixar, we do our best to create worlds and characters that ring true to our audiences,” said “Cars 3” director Brian Fee. “A huge part of doing this successfully lies in the extensive research that we do on each film. ‘Cars 3’ is a love letter to racing and its roots, so we could not be more excited to be a part of the North American International Auto Show to share a little bit of our film with our fellow car enthusiasts.”
Pixar’s press conference will take place Sunday afternoon on Cobo Center’s main Atrium stage. That same afternoon, John Krafcik, CEO of Google’s Self-Driving Car Project will keynote the kickoff to AutoMobili-D.
Splitsville Luxury Lanes, which has pioneered a fun and inventive new approach to bowling as a social experience for all ages, will roll into the Downtown Disney® District at the Disneyland® Resort in late 2017.
Set to begin construction soon adjacent to Tortilla Jo’s, Splitsville will have a dramatic, mid-century-inspired design. The menu will include fresh-rolled sushi, gourmet appetizers, hand-cut steaks, and if you can spare it, alley classics like burgers, crinkle-cut fries and hand-tossed pizzas.
There’s always plenty to do and enjoy at the Downtown Disney District and, with Splitsville on its way, there will be even more to bowl guests over!
Now guests have a new way to make the most of their day at the Magic Kingdom® Park at Walt Disney World® Resort.
Located in Tomorrowland®, the new exclusive Kingdom Cabanas provide a unique opportunity to gather, connect, rest and refuel from an exciting time in the Park. Each one of these private and comfortable cabanas includes in-Park Wi-Fi, charging stations, locked storage to stow souvenirs, as well as light snacks and beverages throughout the day – all for one price.
Call 407-WDW-PLAY (939-7529) for pricing and availability or to reserve one of our Kingdom Cabanas for guests today.
The number of cabanas is extremely limited. Maximum of 8 Guests per cabana. Rental period spans from Park open until Park close. Valid Theme Park admission required. Disney not responsible or liable for any loss or damage to personal belongings. This offering is non-commissionable.
Disney isn’t just for kids! Box office numbers for Disney’s releases and theme park attendance prove adults are also in love with Mickey Mouse, which means Disney-themed gifts are definitely a go this holiday 2016 season. If you’re unsure what to get your loved one this Christmas, we’ve got you covered with these 15 unique gift ideas!
From Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs all the way back in 1937 to Zootopia which was released this year, this video features clips from over 45 Disney animated movies and shows how Disney’s style has changed over the years. But what’s probably most impressive is how fantastic the animation from the old movies still look.
Even before Disney purchased Lucasfilm in 2012, there was plenty of Star Wars to be found at Disney theme parks. The Star Tours motion simulator ride has been in operation since 1987, and a small legion of Stormtroopers and other movie characters can be spotted inside park gates.
Walt Disney (NYSE: DIS) has purchased its way to box-office dominance. The company has built a hit factory that started when it spent $7.4 billion to buy Pixar in 2006, then continued with its purchase of Marvel for $4 billion in 2009, followed by it spending the same amount to pick up Lucasfilm in 2012.
