Dusty Sage
Dusty is the founder and CEO of MiceChat.com. When he's not visiting theme parks and writing, editing or speaking about Disney and theme parks worldwide, Dusty is involved in multiple Disney related projects and charities. He helped save and restore the charming Walt Disney Birthplace in Chicago, launched the Dick Van Dyke Foundation, and is the curator of Walt Disney's historic 1930's estate in Hollywood.
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This week's Disneyland Update is a bit of a rollercoaster. While there's a lot to look forward to, including the potential return of a classic, construction on a major new attraction, pumpkin treats, and Halloween decorations, there's also some...
After a year without a traditional Halloween, theme parks have big (and earlier) resurrections this year. Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights returned on Thursday (September 9th, 2021) and it delivered a fresh version of the classic event. The...
We brought you a blockbuster Disneyland Update on Monday, but that's not all that's going on at the Disneyland Resort. Today brings the return of an annual pass-like program to the Disneyland Resort called Magic Key. The question is,...
We have updates for you on Disneyland's new annual pass replacement program. Below please find everything you need to know, including some new info on commonly asked questions. The new Magic Key program launches on August 25, 2021.
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If you've been following along on MiceChat, you know that the Disneyland Resort parks have been steadily adding capacity since they reopened on April 30th. At first the parks were practically empty, with lots of closed attractions, shops and...
It's all about synergy folks. Bob Chapek kicked off today's Q3 investor call with a dissertation on the company's focus on using all departments to push characters and stories across the Disney portfolio. While this call brought mostly good...
This is one of those don't-blink-or-you'll-miss-it sort of Disney items. The artists at Disney have recreated a nostalgic item from the opening day of Disneyland, a giant plush Mickey Mouse that Walt featured on the Dateline Disneyland broadcast from...
The ever-shifting safety rules at the Disney Parks have changed again. Beginning Friday, July 30th, masks will be required indoors (including transportation) for all guests regardless of vaccination status. Unvaccinated guests are still advised to wear masks in all...
Say goodbye to those nice people on the dock... because there are soooooo many other people in the park that you'll never see them again! This was an interesting week, folks. Disneyland held the World Premiere for the new...
It was another big week for Disneyland with the reopening of a beloved attraction with major updates, details on plans for Halloween parties and festivities, the launch of discounted park tickets, and the return of more entertainment. Unfortunately, it's...
Halloween Time is returning to the Disneyland Resort September 3rd through Halloween, and it's mostly as you remember if from before the park shutdowns, but with one big change.
Here's what you can expect for Halloween Time 2021 at...
As we approach the traditionally jam-packed 4th of July holiday, things will be a bit different at Disneyland this year. While attendance is set to increase again slightly this week, there will be some additional capacity increases in attractions,...
What a week! One day after our last Disneyland Update, everything we've come to know about the reopened Disneyland experience changed. Masks became optional for guests, social distancing was done away with, indoor queuing returned, rides went back to...
If you read the MiceChat Monday Disneyland Updates, you know we've been talking about the possible return of Fireworks to the park this July. Disneyland recently changed July hours to close at 10 PM instead of the previous 9pm,...
Tomorrow's the big day: most state restrictions on theme parks expire, out-of-state guests return, and Disneyland can start setting their daily attendance limits to whatever they want. We'll take a look at Disneyland's rush to reopen as many closed...
Disney California Adventure's new Avengers Campus got off to a bit of a rocky start. On opening day, guests lined up for up to 8 hours for a chance to see the super-hero themed land. Unfortunately, the main attraction,...
It's been hard to keep up with the rapid pace of change in California. Our state Department of Health just released new guidance for all businesses which starts June 15th. Previously, it appeared that although most restrictions would end...
Avengers Campus may have stolen all of the attention last week, but Disneyland has been preparing for some big days ahead of its own. We are just a week away from out-of-state guests returning to the Disneyland Resort, and...
Heroic new adventures are just about to land at the Disneyland Resort. Superheroes assemble with new attractions, experiences, stunts, food, merchandise and more. The new Avengers Campus opened June 4th, 2021 at Disney California Adventure!
MiceChat has all the photos,...
It's been a magical three weeks at Disneyland, low crowds, easy park navigation, and just being back in the middle of the magic. But the window of opportunity to experience an uncrowded park is rapidly closing and about to...