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After Dark at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Pandora – The World of AVATAR – Details

As part of the largest expansion in the park’s history, Disney’s Animal Kingdom will immerse guests into the world of Pandora, and the entire park will transform after dark with new nighttime entertainment experiences, offering guests longer days than ever before to experience this one-of-a-kind theme park.

ÒRivers of LightÓ at DisneyÕs Animal Kingdom Ð Expected to open next spring, ÒRivers of LightÓ will be an innovative experience unlike anything ever seen in a Disney park, combining live music, floating lanterns, water screens and swirling animal imagery. ÒRivers of LightÓ will magically come to life on the natural stage of Discovery River, delighting guests and truly capping off a full day of adventures at DisneyÕs Animal Kingdom. (Disney Parks)

· “Rivers of Light” – Expected to open next spring, “Rivers of Light” will be an innovative experience unlike anything ever seen in a Disney park, combining live music, floating lanterns, water screens and swirling animal imagery. “Rivers of Light” will magically come to life on the natural stage of Discovery River, delighting guests and truly capping off a full day of adventures at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

· Kilimanjaro Safaris – This popular attraction will be extended for a new nighttime adventure next spring, where guests will travel through the African savanna amid the magically extended orange glow of the setting sun and discover two species new to the attraction: African wild dogs and hyenas.

· Pandora – The World of AVATAR – Disney’s Animal Kingdom guests will journey into the magnificent world of Pandora at this new AVATAR-themed land – a world that includes floating mountains, a bioluminescent forest and the winged creatures known as Banshees, giving guests a transformational experience they will never forget.

AVATAR Flight of Passage at Disney’s Animal Kingdom — This E-ticket attraction, the centerpiece of Pandora, allows guests to soar on a Banshee over a vast alien world. The spectacular flying experience will give guests a birds-eye view of the beauty and grandeur of the world of Pandora on an aerial rite of passage. (Disney Parks)

o AVATAR Flight of Passage – This E-ticket attraction, the centerpiece of Pandora, allows guests to soar on a Banshee over a vast alien world. The spectacular flying experience will give guests a birds-eye view of the beauty and grandeur of the world of Pandora on an aerial rite of passage.

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Toy Story Land Details

The reimagining of Disney’s Hollywood Studios will take guests to infinity and beyond, allowing them to step into the worlds of their favorite films, starting with Toy Story Land. This new 11-acre land will transport guests into the adventurous outdoors of Andy’s backyard. Guests will think they’ve been shrunk to the size of Woody and Buzz as they are surrounded by oversized toys that Andy has assembled using his vivid imagination. Using toys like building blocks, plastic buckets and shovels, and game board pieces, Andy has designed the perfect setting for this land, which will include two new attractions for any Disney park and one expanded favorite.

· Family-friendly roller coaster – All on the back of Slinky Dog, this coaster will zip and zoom, plunge and coast as it takes guests on a fun, toy-filled adventure throughout the new land.

· Alien saucers attraction – The famous little green aliens from the movie will take guests around for a spin in their very own flying saucers. The music, lighting and sound effects add to the flurry of action, while “The Claw” looms over.

· Toy Story Mania! – Guests glide into the Toy Story Midway Games Play Set and take aim at 3D objects in a variety of fast-paced games, with an expansion that adds a third track to this popular attraction.

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Star Wars Land Details by Scott Donahue

Soon guests will be part of both new and enhanced experiences at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort.

· Star Tours – The Adventures Continue – Later this year, Star Tours will include a new adventure featuring locations and characters from the upcoming film, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, giving guests a new adventure in the Star Wars galaxy.

· Star Wars Launch Bay – This interactive experience will take guests into the upcoming film, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, with special exhibits and peeks behind-the-scenes, including opportunities to visit with new and favorite Star Wars characters, special merchandise and food offerings. Star Wars Launch Bay will be located in the Animation Courtyard at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and in Tomorrowland at Disneyland park. Also atDisneyland park, Star Wars Launch Bay will share the space with the reimagined Super Hero HQ, featuring opportunities to meet and take photos with super heroes like Captain America and Thor, as well as experience the returning Iron Man Tech Presented by Stark Industries. Both experiences will be available for guests later this year.

· Jedi Training Academy — A favorite of younger fans is reimagined with a new experience that includes new characters and a new villain to battle from the popular Disney XD series “Star Wars Rebels.”

· Season of the Force – This new seasonal event, beginning early 2016, brings new experiences to both coasts. In Tomorrowland at Disneyland park, guests will explore the Star Wars galaxy with special entertainment throughout the land, themed food locations and more. Guests also will be thrilled to climb aboard Hyperspace Mountain, a reimagining of the classic Space Mountain attraction, in which guests will join an X-wing Starfighter battle. At Disney’s Hollywood Studios, guests will close out weekend nights with a new fireworks spectacular set to the iconic score of the Star Wars movies.

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Toy Story Land Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios – Concept Art

Check out this Concept Art for Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios:

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Photos: Show Your Disney Side – Downtown Disney Update

Guests can Show Your Disney Side in these photos at Downtown Disney as it transforms into Disney Springs.

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Ice Palace Boutique at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Open Through Sept. 7

Don’t Forget…Young Guests can revel in a flurry of “Frozen” Summer Fun as they undergo a magical transformation at the Ice Palace Boutique at Disney’s Hollywood Studios® at Walt Disney World® Resort.

For a limited time, now-Sept. 7, 2015, Guests ages 3 to 12 can become their favorite character from the movie “Frozen” at this wintery salon.

And, unique to this location, guests can purchase packages that allow the whole family to join in the “Frozen” fun. Additional party members can enjoy included snacks at the exclusive Ice Palace Café, an immersive “Frozen”-themed café. Each party will also get priority seating at one show of For the First Time in Forever: A “Frozen” Sing-Along Celebration at Hyperion Theater. The package is available for up to six Guests, including the child getting the magical transformation.

Guests can choose from the following packages:

“Frozen” Summer Fun Boutique Package – $75 (includes tax)

Includes Anna or Elsa-inspired shimmering makeup palette, face gems, nail polish, braided hair piece with sparkling snowflake accessory

Ice Palace Boutique Package – $175 (includes tax)

Includes Anna or Elsa-inspired shimmering makeup palette, face gems, nail polish, braided hair piece with sparkling snowflake accessory
Also includes access to the Ice Palace Café, exclusive to Guests purchasing the package, where you can enjoy “Frozen”-themed snacks
Priority seating to one (1) show of the For the First Time in Forever: A “Frozen” Sing-Along Celebration
(Family Package is for up to 6 Guests, including the Guest getting a transformation)

Ice Palace Boutique Deluxe Package – $240 (includes tax)

Includes choice of either Anna or Elsa costume dress with shimmering makeup palette, face gems, nail polish, braided hair piece with sparkling snowflake accessory
Also includes access to the Ice Palace Café, exclusive to Guests purchasing the package, where you can enjoy “Frozen”-themed snacks
Priority seating to one (1) show of the For the First Time in Forever: A “Frozen” Sing-Along Celebration
(Family Package is for up to 6 Guests, including the Guest getting a transformation)

Guests can also ask about a special Olaf-inspired glitter hairstyle with Olaf t-shirt!

The Ice Palace Boutique is located on Commissary Lane across from ABC Commissary at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Reservations can be made in advance and are highly recommended. Packages will be available to book on July 17, 2015 for appointments July 26^– Sept. 7, 2015, during “Frozen” Summer Fun at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Guests can get all their Disney PhotoPass photos from the Ice Palace Boutique with the purchase of Memory Maker, a Disney Photo Pass Service product. Disney PhotoPass Service lets you capture all the special moments of your Frozen Summer Fun memories in great photos – and gets everyone in the shot! Plus, when guests purchase Memory Maker for their visit to Ice Palace Boutique, they’ll receive unlimited digital downloads of all their Disney PhotoPass photos, including those from their Coronation Day experience, and select attraction photos and videos.* *Memory Maker includes photos taken during the Memory Maker window and linked to the guest’s Disney account. A Magic Band is required to receive certain attraction photos and other digital content.

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Photos: New Sorcerer Mickey Mouse Meet and Greet Location plus a Pixar Hidden Treat at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Take a look at the temporary area for the Sorcerer Mickey meet and greet at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It is in the location of the former, Backlot Tour entrance.

Can you find the hidden Pixar mention here??? Answer is revealed after the photo.

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Celebrate Thanksgiving Day with Family Feasts at Walt Disney World Resort

Walt Disney World Resort guests can join together for a joyous and delicious Thanksgiving Day dinner. With a variety of dining options at the theme parks and resorts, there is a cornucopia of exciting lunch and dinner offerings inspired by this American tradition.

Guests can enjoy menu options for Thanksgiving Day meals at Walt Disney World Resort featuring a classic turkey dinner, such as the hearty all-American eats and traditional family- style Thanksgiving feast at Liberty Tree Tavern in Magic Kingdom Park. For guests looking for a special spin on the traditional turkey dinner, try some of the more unique options, such as traditional Norwegian meatballs and pan-seared salmon at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall or roasted heirloom beets with candied walnuts and mulled apple cider at Artist Point.

At Epcot, guests can dine on Thanksgiving menus during lunch and dinner seatings at Akershus Royal Banquet Hall, Biergarten Restaurant, Coral Reef Restaurant, Le Cellier Steakhouse, Tutto Itlalia Ristorante, Restaurant Marrakesh, Rose & Crown Dining Room, and Via Napoli Ristorante e Pizzeria, as well as quick service at Sunshine Seasons.

Holiday menus also are offered at Liberty Tree Tavern in Magic Kingdom; Hollywood & Vine, 50’s Prime Time Café and The Hollywood Brown Derby in Disney’s Hollywood Studios; Tusker House Restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom; Planet Hollywood, Portobello Country Italian Tattoria, Wolfgang Puck Grand Café, Fulton’s Crab House and Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant in Downtown Disney; and in resort hotels throughout Walt Disney World Resort.

Availability is limited and dining events are subject to change. For information and reservations, call 407-WDW-DINE.

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