45th Anniversary MagicBand 2 Available at Disney World:
According to multiple sites, a second version of the new MagicBand has been released at Magic Kingdom. It is limited edition 45th Anniversary edition of MagicBand 2 and it is themed to 'it's a small world.' It is a Limited Edition size of 2500.
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This particular MagicBand costs $32.99 plus tax. It is being rumored that Annual Passholders will soon be able to get the new puck-style MagicBand very soon in the coming days and weeks. Beginning in the new year, regular guests will soon be using the MagicBand 2.0 in the parks. The great news is have no fear the original MagicBands will still be able to be used inside the parks for the foreseeable future.
Alex Timbers, co-creator of Amazon's "Mozart in the Jungle" and co-director of Broadway's "Peter and the Starcatcher, is currently in talks with Disney to direct the live-action film, "Cruella." The film is set to star Emma Stone.
The film is written by Aline Brosh McKenna and Kelly Marcel. There is no set release date for the live-action film based off the famous villain from Disney's animated classic "101 Dalmatians."
We are just three weeks away from "Rogue One: A Star Wars" soaring into theaters. The Star Wars twitter account announced today that we are just 3 days away from tickets from going on sale Monday, November 28.
Lord Vader, we've been expecting you. Tickets for #RogueOne: A Star Wars Story are available on Monday, November 28. pic.twitter.com/is1lIw9W4u
"Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" flies into theaters December 16, 2016.
Tokyo Disneyland's 'it's a small world' Adding 40 Characters:
When Tokyo Disneyland's 'it's a small world' goes under refurbishment in March 2017 it will get a major update by adding 40 Disney characters to the attraction including characters from Frozen. The ride is scheduled to be updated and completed by Spring 2018.
This will be the first major update to the attraction since it opened in 1983. The attraction was originally supposed to be knocked down and moved to a new space in the park as part of the Fantasyland expansion, those plans have since been cancelled.
Brand New Experiences Coming to Disney Wonder this Fall:
The Disney Wonder will be getting some new entertainment and experiences this fall. This will include the Marvel Super Hero Academy, a new jazzy restaurant called Tiana's Place Restaurant, an English Pub exclusive for the adults, and many stern to hull enhancements. Along with the Marvel Super Hero Academy more imaginative and fun experiences for the children themed to Frozen, Disney Junior, and Toy Story. The Disney Wonder will hit dry dock in Candiz, Spain for the work from September 9 through October 23.
Inside the new Marvel Super Hero Academy inside the Oceaneer Club, kids will enjoy extraordinary adventures as they play an integral role along with mentorship of Marvel's greatest super heroes. The young trainees will learn the value of teamwork, bravery and problem solving through hands-on play and programs.
Spider-Man will appear to help the children hone their spider senses by perfecting their skills of reflex, speed, and sharp minds. Other Marvel favorites will be available to interact through the digital world. One program will allow children to control the movement of the characters on screen to practice their super hero skills like repulsor blasting (Iron-Man).
Here is a description of the remaining new experiences coming to Disney's Oceaneer Club aboard the Disney Wonder:
Frozen Adventures is where fun takes the form of imaginative play and hands-on activities. On the digital screen, Olaf leads summery games with a wintery twist and a sing-a-long of “In Summer.”
In another festive activity, young guests prepare for a coronation and receive a truly royal and in-person visit by Anna and Elsa.
Club Disney Junior features favorite Disney Junior characters, storytelling and games. During one activity, Doc McStuffins pays a visit to the club to help children diagnose and treat the stuffed animals.
Andy’s Room where kids feel toy-sized in the multi-level play space themed to the Disney•Pixar “Toy Story” trilogy. As a special treat, Woody appears in person to join youngsters in a hoedown and Jessie stops by to join in a scavenger hunt.
Tiana's Place Restaurant will be inspired by one of our favorite princesses in Princess Tiana from "Princess and the Frog." The restaurant will transport you to an era of southern charm, spirited jazz, and street party celebrations. Guests will be treated to New Orleans dining and entertainment with music that will create a French Quarter supper club atmosphere.
The menu will be inspired by Tiana's favorite recipes that bring flavors and ingredients of the Louisiana bayou. Her personal touch will be evident in the menu, the entertainment, and throughout the entire restaurant.
In the adult district of the ship a brand new pub that will invite guests to jaunt to an authentic English tavern. The space will be adorned with dark woods, plush leather furniture, brass accents, and will have subtle nods to Disney films set in London with artwork and props. British and specialty beers will create the perfect atmosphere where the adults can sip a pint or just sample a brew especially made for the pub.
Here is what else will be enhanced on the Disney Wonder from stem to stern:
After Hours – a new adult district featuring the English pub, an all-new night club and a shiny new model of the popular Cadillac Lounge
A reimagined and relaxing Senses Spa & Salon and a new Chill Teen Spa
Animator’s Palate main dining restaurant updated to introduce the popular “Drawn to Magic” and “Animation Magic” dinner shows
Cabanas casual dining location
Palo specialty restaurant makeover with Venetian-inspired décor
D Lounge for family games and entertainment
Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique providing magical makeovers for children
Edge club for tweens
“it’s a small world” Nursery for the youngest cruisers
The ship’s upper decks also will be redesigned for waterful fun:
Twist ‘n’ Spout water slide provides splashtacular fun
Dory’s Reef is a splash zone that offers fanciful water play for toddlers
AquaLab is a pool and interactive water play area for kids and families
The new enhancements and experiences will be available to the public on the sailings from Galveston, Texas starting November 10 with sailings to the Bahamas and the Caribbean. The ship will then sail to San Juan, Puerto Rico to January 20, 2017. On January 26, 2017, a three-night cruise will take guests from San Juan to Port Canaveral, Florida where the ship will homeport for the spring.
Disney Parks Blog Unboxed - Dooney & Bourke:
Today, Steven Miller unboxed some brand new Dooney & Bourke products that will feature patterns of "it's a small world" handbags and retail Magic Bands that will be released in July and "Beauty and the Beast" and "Dumbo" handbags that will be released in August.
More details will released in a future article on the Disney Parks Blog including news on a release event on July 23 at the Marketplace Co-op in the Disney Springs Marketplace.
