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...
Some highly-anticipated details have been revealed for the 2021 Destination D23 event at Walt Disney World. The event, taking place November 19-21 at Disney's Contemporary Resort, will feature Bob Chapek, Josh D'Amaro, filmmakers of Encanto, DCappella, and a cavalcade of Imagineers....
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...
The Walt Disney World parks reopened a year ago this month (July 11, 2020). There were some big adjustments as the parks started back up - some good, some bad, some still bad. As we move towards more 'normal'...
We chat with three ride operators from the earliest days of Splash Mountain at Disneyland. Plus, we catch up on current events at the Disneyland Resort, as always.
We have authored two books: Cleaning The Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping...
Of the three Disney-run hotels at the Disneyland Resort, the Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is by far the most luxurious. Not only does it boast the closest proximity to the Parks but also includes several restaurants (both quick...
In Muppet Vision 3D, Sam the Eagle calls the finale, “A Salute to All Nations, but Mostly America.” Sam might characterize the Italy Pavilion at Epcot’s World Showcase as, “A Salute to All of Italy, but Mostly Venice.”
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Last year, Disney announced the Polynesian Village Resort would receive some major updates, including Moana-themed guest rooms and a new monorail station. Just this week, most of the resort has reopened, and we got a peek into some of...
With the exciting return of firework spectaculars over Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, along with Animal Kingdom's modified Celebration of the Festival of the Lion King, we've been anxiously anticipating the return of other shows and live productions throughout Walt...
Let’s face it: If you’re a regular visitor to this site, you’re no stranger to a lot of the stories behind Disney parks attractions. You’ve memorized the patter of the Haunted Mansion’s Ghost Host and Jungle Cruise skippers; you...
Over the past year, Disneyland Paris has had a spotty operating calendar, with numerous shutdowns. But they've finally found their footing again and things have been turning around for the resort. As of July 17, Disneyland Paris has been...
Another milestone for Disneyland has come and gone. After a missed 65th anniversary last year that left untold thousands of special merchandise items unsold, Disneyland celebrated a quiet 66th birthday on Saturday. For this year's anniversary, there was a...
Hello and welcome to the world famous Jungle Cruise. My name is Donna and I’ll be your captain, cruise director and dance instructor for the next five exciting days and six romantic nights.
This is a very big month for...
While we enjoyed the yumminess that was last year's Flower & Garden and Food & Wine hybrid festival, we're so glad EPCOT's full International Food & Wine Festival is back in its delicious, stomach-filling glory! This year, guests can...
Greetings, dreamers of all ages! We're back with another Walt Disney World update. This week, we look back to the exciting return of fireworks, what's coming to the resort for the holidays AND the 50th celebration, plus a quick...
Character dining at the Disneyland Resort is a special experience that is a hallmark for many family vacations. Having a meal while also seeing some of your favorite Disney pals (without having to wait in line) is definitely a...
You’re at the place where Condor Flats and Grizzly Peak meet. A billboard advertises “Condor Flats Air Tours.” An airplane features the same brand on its tail.
Read the YESTERLAND article HERE: “Bear Left” for Condor Flats Air Tours
When you...
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… Well, almost! Since we’re already halfway to the holiday season, it’s time to start planning for all the merry festivities taking place in the Disney Parks.
While we’re happy to see more...
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...
If you are like many of us on the MiceChat team, you are completely engrossed in the Disney+ Marvel series, Loki. And what better way to pay tribute to the God of Mischief than to craft his traditional horned helmet?...