Happy Halloween everyone!  The Disneyland Resort in California is in the beginning stages of a massive transformation.  MiceChat's Dateline Disneyland will be there every step of the way to track the progress.   Today Andy and his helpers, Darkbeer and Abominable Snowman, bring us construction updates, fantastic pictures of the new Pixie Hollow at Disneyland, photos of Christmas coming early to New Orleans Square, and more painting and TLC to shops in the Small World mall area.  As always, the update is packed with pictures from throughout the resort.  Today, we take an extra close look at the fantastic Halloween decorations and pumpkins of Disneyland.   View the entire Dateline Disneyland photo update from the Disneyland Resort in California HERE [1]   [1] http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/dateline-disneyland/816-10-31-christmas-already-pier-closures-pixie-hollow-high-school-musical-3-more.html

View: Dateline Disneyland Photo Updates From The Disneyland Resort

MiceChat has announced the addition of a new section focused on the Adventures by Disney [1] vacation packages.  MiceChatter, Circarama, was the first to post in the new section with his "Viva Italia" [2] vacation.  The MiceChat Adventures by Disney section is sponsored by Fairy Godmother Travel, [3] who will be available in the section to help answer questions and provide information about the Adventures by Disney packages and itineraries.   But thats not the only big news from MiceChat today, we are also announcing our 4th anniversary celebration weekend.  The weekend will be packed with meets, events, and surprises.  Let us know if you'll be able to join us the weekend of January 31st through February 1st 2009 HERE - MiceChat 4 Year Anniversary Meet [4].   Two new attractions opened at the Disneyland Resort this week, the Pixie Hollow Tinker Bell meet and greet [5] near Tomorrowland at Disneyland and the High School Musical 3 [6] rolling stage show at Disney's California Adventure.  Luckily for all of you, we've got you covered.   There is also word from Walt Disney World Florida that Pixie Hollow [7] has opened there as well in Mickey's Toontown Fair. But you'll also find links for a variety of other subjects in today's Disneyland Roundup on MiceAge. Questions are being asked where there is to do at night now that Pleasure Island is closed.  The Christmas web site is now up for Tokyo Disneyland.  And reader BurningStroller has researched and found low rates on trips to Disneyland Paris.  New rides have been announced for Six Flags Magic Mountain and for Universal Studios Hollywood.   There are trip reports from theme parks around the world and one from the wedding of two well loved MiceChatters (Virtual hugs and congratulations to YoYoFlamingo and NeverNeverLand).  There are also reviews, discussions of discounts, tips, theme park news items, and much more.   But we'd like to leave you with this wonderful discussion by JustJohn:  I remember when I first met... [8] What a great idea for a trip down MiceChat Memory Lane!  Full of sweet memories of friendships made through a common interest. Thanks, MiceChat! View the entire MiceChat Roundup of Disney, Theme Park, and Vacation news, information, and discussions HERE [9]     [1] http://micechat.com/forums/adventures-disney/ [2] http://micechat.com/forums/adventures-disney/106411-viva-italia-circaramas-adventures-disney-trip-report.html [3] http://micechat.com/forums/adventures-disney/106520-section-sponsor-fairy-godmother-travel.html [4] http://micechat.com/forums/meets-events-scheduling/106300-micechat-4-year-anniversary-mega-meet-jan-31-feb-1-2009-save-date.html [5] http://micechat.com/forums/disneyland-resort/106353-pixie-hollow-open.html [6] http://micechat.com/forums/disneyland-resort/106338-high-school-musical-3-right-here-right-now.html [7] http://micechat.com/forums/walt-disney-world-resort/106367-little-me-pixie-hollow.html [8] http://micechat.com/forums/micechat-main-lounge/106305-i-remember-when-i-first-met.html [9] http://miceage.micechat.com/mc/mc102908a.htm

View: Disney, Theme Park, and Family Vacation News, Information, and Discussions

Today's Monday in the Parks theme park update reveals recent changes to the Disneyland Resort as well as new attraction announcements at Universal Studios and Six Flags Magic Mountain. First up California Adventure, where David "Darkbeer" Michael details the launch of the High School Musical 3 rolling stage show.  Then off to Disneyland for a description of the already very popular Pixie Hollow meet and greet.  Children of all ages are in for a treat with the most highly themed of the Disney meet and greet locations.  You'll be shrunken down to the size of a fairy so you can interact with Tinker Bell and her fairy friends. But there is even bigger news this week from other local parks.  Six Flags Magic Mountain has announced "Terminator: The Coaster" which promises to "combine innovative thrill ride technology with the signature science fiction punch of the Terminator brand."  The planned ride will be a 2,850 ft long wooden roller coaster. And over at Universal Studios Hollywood, comes the announcement of what sounds like a blockbuster new attraction designed to raise the bar on theme park attractions.  The new "Transformers" ride will open in 2011 at both the Hollywood and Singapore parks and will employ "3D-HD media, mega special effects and stunning robotics with a ride system that will transform perceptions of theme park experiences." A big week for Southern California theme parks. For these and other stories from theme park blogger, Darkbeer, please click HERE [1] [1] http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/monday-in-the-parks/805-10-27-08-monday-parks-news-photos-tips.html

View: New attractions opened and planned for Disneyland, Universal, and Six Flags

It's another wonderful weekend, and that means another wonderful Weekend Update!  This time around Korcula, Croatia, a unique tour of Disneyland's Adventureland, the Field Museum in Chicago, Disney World, and a Halloween finally of the Tokyo Disneyland Resort. [1] Read the entire Weekend Update photo tour from Disney, Theme Parks, and Family Vacation Destinations around the world HERE [2] [1] http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/weekend-update/800-welcome-weekend-update-october-25-2008.html [2] http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/weekend-update/800-welcome-weekend-update-october-25-2008.html

View: Weekend Update Photo Tour of Disney and vacation locations world wide

We have two big Andy Castro news items for you this morning. [1] One year ago today, Andy started the most successful news thread ever on MiceChat.  The Disney's California Adventure Project Tracker [2] has been updated continuously with information, news, and pictures regarding the transformation of Disney's California Adventure.  A few weeks ago, the original project tracker surpassed our comment cap of 2,000 posts and had to be closed - but over the year it was open over 175,000 people viewed the project tracker.  Andy immeadiately resurrected the project tracker, updating all of the information and giving it a fresh new look.  If you are interested in the nearly billion dollars worth of changes coming to Disney's California Adventure, then this is the discussion for you:  Disney's California Adventure Project Tracker [3] But that's not all that Andy has for us today.  He has also produced another fantastic Dateline Disneyland [4].  This week, featuring pictures from Disneyland's new Pixie Hollow construction.  He has spotted the first signs that Christmas is just around the corner - lights, a tree, and more.  He also has more amazing pictures from California Adventure's Blue Sky Cellar. And as always Andy covers all of the changes and construction from throughout the Disneyland Resort. View the entire Dateline Disneyland photo report from Disneyland and California Adventure HERE [5] [1] http://micechat.com/forums/disneyland-resort/105589-disneys-california-adventure-project-tracker-ii.html [2] http://micechat.com/forums/disneyland-resort/105589-disneys-california-adventure-project-tracker-ii.html [3] http://micechat.com/forums/disneyland-resort/105589-disneys-california-adventure-project-tracker-ii.html [4] http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/dateline-disneyland/801-10-24-pixie-hollow-christmas-lights-tree-more-blue-sky-construction-more.html [5] http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/dateline-disneyland/801-10-24-pixie-hollow-christmas-lights-tree-more-blue-sky-construction-more.html

View: Special Dateline Disneyland and California Adventure Project Tracker updates!

What a week!  The MiceChatters are finishing up their big trip to Orlando Florida which included meets in all of the parks, our first Gumball Rally in Florida, a "Sip and Nibble" through Epcot's Food and Wine Festival, and a dessert party viewing of Epcot's Illuminations: Reflections of Earth.  Today's update features our Gumball Rally adventure and winners. The big news of the week was the opening of the Walt Disney Imagineering Blue Sky Cellar at Disney's California Adventure.  With multiple threads, discussions, blog posts, and pictures, you won't lack for information on what is coming to the park in the near future.  On the other coast, T-Rex restaurant opened in Downtown Disney in Florida. Did you miss the MiceChat WDW Gumball Rally?  MiceChat Moderator, SummerInFl, is holding an event at the Florida parks in November which will seek out some of the most elusive hidden Mickey's.  Sounds like a very unique and fun event. There is a wealth of news, rumor, information, and discussion on the boards today about Disney, Theme Parks, and so much more - view the entire update HERE [1] [1] http://miceage.micechat.com/mc/mc102208a.htm

View: Weekly Roundup of Disney and Theme Park News, Rumor, and Gossip

We have two big updates to feature for you today.  Don't miss either of them. First up, "Dateline Disneyland."  The new Walt Disney Imagineering Blue Sky Cellar has opened at Disney's California Adventure Park in Anaheim, and has sparked interest and conversation on the boards.  Andy Castro has added details and new views of the center and what we can expect to see in the years to come.  In addition, Pixie Hollow is finally starting to look like a finished product.  We have a room by room walk through of the new Sleeping Beauty Castle Walk-Through for you (SPOILER ALERT). View Andy's Dateline Disneyland Column HERE [1] We also have a BIG update from David Michael today.  The first signs of Christmas have started to pop-up at the Disneyland Resort.  Paving project progress.  Thoughts on the changes coming to Disney's California Adventure.  Garden Walk updates.  And select shots of the resort from the masterful lens of Darkbeer himself! Dive in to David's Monday in the Parks blog HERE [2] [3] _______________________________ Join the MiceChat Daily Email Update - Enter your email address Here: Delivered by FeedBurner [4] _______________________________ [1] http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/dateline-disneyland/784-10-17-blue-sky-cellar-pixie-hollow-court-des-merch-bakery-holiday-merch-more.html [2] http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/monday-in-the-parks/792-10-20-08-monday-parks-news-photos-tips.html [3] http://www.addthis.com/bookmark.php [4] http://www.feedburner.com

View: Two Big Disneyland Updates! Monday in the Parks and Dateline Disneyland. Christmas, Halloween, Changes, Updates.

Millions of people visit Walt Disney World in Orlando Florida every year, yet few of them ever venture into the real Orlando, the strange Orlando, the bizarre and sometimes wonderful Orlando.  There is so much to see beyond the Mouse, Shamu, and Universal Studios.   This week's Weekend Update pays homage to the MiceChat Orlando Invasion which hits its climax today and Sunday.  In the days leading up to these events, MiceChatters Mickey Maxx and Rixter spent several days documenting some of the off the path attractions that you may have missed on your last trip to the Magic Kingdom.   Enjoy all of the photos in our fun adventure into "Oddlando" HERE [1] [1] http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/weekend-update/771-weekend-update-oddlando-edition-october-18-2008.html

View: Photo Report From Oddlando - The Oddities Of Orlando Florida

The new Walt Disney Imagineering Blue Sky Cellar at Disney's California Adventure park was previewed for the Media this morning.  Below, you'll find a sneak peak at the extensive plans Disney has to fix this ailing park, and make it a 2nd gate worth of its beloved sister, Disneyland.   . "Blue Sky" is a creative term referring to the dream stage of the design process.  Though the new preview center has "Blue Sky" in its name, the projects you will see below have reached far beyond the Blue Sky stage and are well on their way to actual development.  However, by using the term, Disney gives themselves an excuse in the event a project is changed or canceled.   . We will let the pictures do most of the talking and will begin with shots of the opening dedication and ceremony featuring Mickey Mouse, Ed Grier and Bob Weiss. Mickey Mouse, Ed Grier, and Bob Weiss at the dedication and opening . INTO THE CELLAR: Entering the cellar   Overview of new DCA Park Map . ENTRY PLAZA New entry gates . . . The new Entry area where the big postcard murals are now . New Hub area for DCA in the spot of the old Sunshine Plaza .    Model of the new Red Car system going into the front of the park . HOLLYWOOD BACKLOT not much change in this area yet . CARS LAND . . The entrance to Cars Land jutting out between the Pacific Wharf and Bug's Land where Backstage access is now . Entrance to Cars Land Close up of the Mater ride Further along the Entrance to Cars Land The new Cars Land E-Ticket featuring an indoor/outdoor track . PARADISE PIER . A Scale model of the New Paradise Pier area . The intricate rock work for a portion of California Screamin's track . Bye Bye Mickey head . Redone Sun Wheel, Mickey's FUN Wheel . Maliboomer replaced with a parachute drop . The new Silly Symphonies Swings . Rethemed Mullholland Madness . . New Games for the Boardwalk . .   The new Victorian facades . Disney's World of Color nighttime lagoon show New viewing area for the World of Color . . . And that's the preview center as it was opened today.  But more is in store.  Disney plans to switch out segments of the preview center to focus on current areas of construction.  All in all, the new center gives much cause for hope and optimism for the future of the California Adventure theme park.   . The press release and discussion thread for the new Blue Sky Cellar has been posted HERE [1] [1] http://micechat.com/forums/industry-press-releases/105810-blue-sky-cellar-unveils-exciting-new-magic-coming-disneys-california-adventure.html#post3194884

View: California Adventure preview center opens and ushers in new era

We have a yummy MiceChat Disney and Theme Park Roundup [1] for you today.  Fall brings lots of treats to the Disney theme parks: Halloween Time, Fall baked goods, pumpkin flavored lattes and muffins . . . we've got the scoop. [2] Today's featured topic is MasterGracey's fantastic Disney's California Adventure Project Tracker.  Disney's California Adventure Project Tracker II. [3] The first version of the DCA project tracker was our most popular ever, but had to be closed after reaching over 2,000 posts.  Undaunted, MasterGracey has recreated the thread better than ever for its new incarnation.  It is a must-view for anyone who is wondering about all of the proposed projects for the massive re-build of the California Adventure park. With Halloween Time in full scream at Disney and other theme parks world wide, reports and news  are coming in from everywhere.  We have threads about: Disneyland's Happiest Haunts Tour [4],  Mickey's Trick-or-treat party, Candy Corn Acres photos, Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights, and more. We also have news about the virtual Sleeping Beauty Castle walk-through on the new Sleeping Beauty DVD/Blue Ray disks, blue sky imagineering ideas, and tons of trip reports. More than just a fan site, MiceChat is a community.  Hear how two beloved MiceChatters were awarded a very special MiceChat dream in the touching discussion titled We Won the MiceChat Dream Suite! [5].  And other community related discussions about baby showers, updates on various readers, weight loss, health tips, even the pain of shopping for new jeans.  Yes, MiceChat is about much more than just Disney and Theme Parks. Also, don't miss our big features from the past week: Pixie Hollow, Nightmare 15th Anniversary merch, more HalloweenTime, +MORE! [6] Andy Castro checks in with his Friday update featuring some spectacular shots of Halloween Time and merchandise throughout the DLR. Monday in the Parks - News, Photos and Tips [7] So how crazy was the combination of Miley's party and Gay Days at Disneyland last Sunday? Darkbeer fills us in along with an array of important information including a press release regarding upcoming opening dates in Disneyland this fall. Werner Weiss: What to Expect from Disney at Ko Olina [8] - 0n what to expect--and not--at Disney’s Ko Olina Resort Kevin Yee: Fiscal Farewells [9] Kevin takes one last look at some clubs and shows that were closed at Walt Disney World. View the entire MiceChat Weekly Roundup of Disney and Theme Park news HERE [1] http://miceage.micechat.com/mc/mc101508a.htm [2] http://miceage.micechat.com/mc/mc101508a.htm [3] http://micechat.com/forums/disneyland-resort/105589-disneys-california-adventure-project-tracker-ii.html [4] http://micechat.com/forums/disneyland-resort/105513-disneys-happiest-haunts-tour-dream-hour-disneyland-october-7th-2008-a.html [5] http://micechat.com/forums/micechat-main-lounge/105376-we-won-micechat-dream-suite.html [6] http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/dateline-disneyland/756-10-3-pixie-hollow-nightmare-15th-anniversary-merch-more-halloweentime-more.html [7] http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/monday-in-the-parks/761-10-6-08-monday-parks-news-photos-tips.html [8] http://micechat.com/forums/yesterland-updates-werner-weiss/105161-october-3-2008-what-expect-disney-ko-olina.html [9] http://micechat.com/forums/kevin-yee-columns/105099-10-2-fiscal-farewells.html

View: The MiceChat Weekly Roundup of Disney and Theme Park News, Rumor, and Gossip

Disney's Animal Kingdom park in Orlando Florida is 10 years old.  Today we look back on its past and speculate about its future. The Animal Kingdom is Imagineer Joe Rohde's baby.  We'll look at the original plans for this park, how and why it was scaled back, and what may be yet to come. Read part one of our Animal Kingdom true life adventure HERE. [1] [1] http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/mark/772-disneys-animal-kingdom-true-life-adventure-part-one.html

View: True Life Adventures From Disney's Animal Kingdom

It's a great big beautiful world, and every weekend we bring you a different piece of it.  This time around the globe, we take you to ToonTown at Disneyland in California.  Then we take one final look at Walt Disney World's Adventurers Club which closed along with most of the rest of Pleasure Island at the end of September.  Join us as we bid adieu to Pamilia Perkins, Hathaway Brown, and all the zany fun of this beloved establishment.   Then we head just a few miles down the road to Universal Studios for a peak at their Halloween Horror Nights.  Don't say that we aren't romantics at the Weekend Update, as we bring you the absolutely amazing images of Venice, Italy and then jet you to the other side of the world to facinating Rosario, Argentina.  Don't miss a single photo of this week's collection of Disney, Theme Park, and Vacation photos from around the world HERE. [1]     [1] http://micechat.com/forums/blogs/weekend-update/749-leavin-jet-plane-weekend-update-october-11-2008.html

View: The Weekend Update photos from Disney, theme parks, and vacation locations world wide