Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2023 Edition

[Duckbug.Ducktales]

Disney100 Special Look video released on YouTube for Independence Day:

 

[figmentfinesse]

Menu updates:

https://allears.net/2023/07/03/disney-menu-updates-14-hotel-restaurants-hit-with-changes/

 

[Obi-J Kenobi]

Josh D’Amaro notices chipped paint as he passes by the entrance to the Pirates of the Caribbean ride.

“It bugs me, absolutely bugs me,” he says.

This fact bothers him? Paint chipping?

Maybe Mr. D'Amaro needs to talk to the guy in charge of the Parks division about focusing on upkeep and maintenance, rather than complain and be bothered about routine wear and tear.

My recommendation to Mr. D'Amaro is to spend at least a month at Tokyo Disneyland and observe the attention to detail to maintenance and upkeep that the OLC emphasizes and learn.

 

[Tigger's ally]

This fact bothers him? Paint chipping?

Maybe Mr. D'Amaro needs to talk to the guy in charge of the Parks division about focusing on upkeep and maintenance, rather than complain and be bothered about routine wear and tear.

One could take from the article that is exactly what he is doing.

 

[Smugpugmug]

This fact bothers him? Paint chipping?

Maybe Mr. D'Amaro needs to talk to the guy in charge of the Parks division about focusing on upkeep and maintenance, rather than complain and be bothered about routine wear and tear.

My recommendation to Mr. D'Amaro is to spend at least a month at Tokyo Disneyland and observe the attention to detail to maintenance and upkeep that the OLC emphasizes and learn.

I feel like if D'Amaro went to Tokyo Disneyland, the only lesson he would take from the experience would be to introduce uncharges for parade spots and seats for shows.

 

[Obi-J Kenobi]

One could take from the article that is exactly what he is doing.

I totally understand your take. It isn't wrong. The problem here, for me, is that good leadership not only has a good plan to deliver premium results for the guest, it hires competent people to carry out the plan every single day.

I will blame Bob Chapek.

 

[Tigger's ally]

I totally understand your take. It isn't wrong. The problem here, for me, is that good leadership not only has a good plan to deliver premium results for the guest, it hires competent people to carry out the plan every single day.

I will blame Bob Chapek.

oh yeah, I get your point. But around where I live, trying to hire "competent people to carry out the plan everyday" is about 120 times harder than it was 15 years ago. Glad I am not in Human Resources!

 

[Douglas Dubh]

Word is Moana Journey of Water walkthrough will open later this month.

 

[SkyGuy]

Word is Moana Journey of Water walkthrough will open later this month.

I will be there later this month, actually end of month into August .

 

[Obi-J Kenobi]

Word is Moana Journey of Water walkthrough will open later this month.

Makes sense from the construction update photos I've seen.

 

[Scalemaster34]

Word is Moana Journey of Water walkthrough will open later this month.

This still seems like it's something you'd put in as the que leading to a real attraction...

Does the Imagination Pavilion really fit within the World of Nature? It's long past time the Pavilion got a refurbishment... the ride, theater and works are all badly outdated and under used.

 

[BrianL]

This still seems like it's something you'd put in as the que leading to a real attraction...

Does the Imagination Pavilion really fit within the World of Nature? It's long past time the Pavilion got a refurbishment... the ride, theater and works are all badly outdated and under used.

The Imagination Pavillion is actually part of World Celebration - it will connect better once Communicore Plaza is complete.

 

[OKW Lover]

The Imagination Pavillion is actually part of World Celebration - it will connect better once Communicore Plaza is complete.

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So, is the World of Water part of Nature or Celebration. From this map it looks like Celebration as you can clearly see Communicore West that it replaces in the blue shaded area.

 

[BrianL]

So, is the World of Water part of Nature or Celebration. From this map it looks like Celebration as you can clearly see Communicore West that it replaces in the blue shaded area.

I believe it is in World Nature. That map was early and overlaid on the existing layout. The current guide map does confirm that Imagination is in World Celebration:

 

[Obi-J Kenobi]

So, is the World of Water part of Nature or Celebration. From this map it looks like Celebration as you can clearly see Communicore West that it replaces in the blue shaded area.

WDW has stated (emphasis mine) on its website, inter alia, regarding the new Journey of Water:

"Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana is scheduled to open within World Nature—the EPCOT neighborhood dedicated to understanding and preserving the beauty and balance of the natural world."

 

[Gusey]

Dates & Ticket Pricing Announced for All 2023 Disney Jollywood Nights
Today is the day that tickets went on sale to all guests for the recently-announced Disney Jollywood Nights, a hard-ticketed event taking place in November and December at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
The event pricing is the same for adults and children and is listed below.

NOVEMBER​

• Saturday, November 11 – $159
• Saturday, November 18 – $159
• Monday, November 20 – $179
• Monday, November 27 – $159
• Wednesday, November 29 – $159

DECEMBER​

• Monday, December 27 – $159
• Wednesday, December 29 – $159
• Monday, December 4 – $169
• Wednesday, December 6 – $169
• Saturday, December 16 – $169
• Monday, December 18 – $169
• Wednesday, December 20 – $169

As of the time of this post, there are no sold-out dates!

 

[wabbott]

https://deadline.com/2023/07/disney-destination-d23-event-dates-schedule-panels-2023-1235431491/

Disney Announces Schedule, Panels & Dates For 2023 Destination D23 Event At Walt Disney World
By Tom Tapp
Deputy Managing Editor
July 6, 2023 6:53pm PDT

Disney has announced the dates and schedule for what it terms “the Biggest Disney Fan Event of the year,” Destination D23, which will take place from Friday, September 8 through Sunday, September 10, at Disney’s Contemporary Resort at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando.

The event, tied to the company’s 100th anniversary this year and presented to members of its D23 fan club, promises a “journey through every era of Disney, as we venture back through the last century of storytelling and look forward to a limitless future for the company.”

Among the promised highlights are:

• Presentations from Disney archivists, historians, Imagineers, cast members, animators and luminaries—including Disney Legends Bill Farmer and Don Hahn; the voice actors behind some of Disney’s most iconic characters, Bret Iwan, Kaitlyn Robrock, and Ashley Eckstein; Disney on Broadway’s own Genie, Michael James Scott from Aladdin; and many more—in two days of programming worthy of the first century of Disney—and beyond!
• A presentation from Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro about what makes a Disney experience so magical and memorable for guests and fans around the world.
• A conversation with Disney Legend Don Hahn and Director of the Walt Disney Archives Becky Cline and learn about Walt Disney’s Journey to join his brother Roy in California, and the earliest days of The Walt Disney Company—from the Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio to the Alice Comedies, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit and, of course, everyone’s favorite mouse.
• A catch up with the voice actors behind fan-favorite Disney characters, including Bret Iwan (Mickey Mouse), Kaitlyn Robrock (Minnie Mouse), and Disney Legend Bill Farmer (Pluto, Goofy), and join them for a “table read” of iconic scenes from 100 years of Disney history.
• 100 years of “weird Disney” moments from the Walt Disney Archives
• See the “Disney you didn’t know,” as the Walt Disney Archives uncovers some of the most astonishing Disney discoveries, connections, and little-known facts that will change everything—or at least some things—you thought you knew about the Disney universe.
• Celebrate 100 years of Walt Disney Animation Studios with legendary animators and guests, and get a sneak peek at their highly-anticipated upcoming feature film, Wish.
• A 60 Years of Disney’s Audio-Animatronics Technology Exhibit in which The Walt Disney Archives and Walt Disney Imagineering join creative forces for a special exhibition at Destination D23 to celebrate the history of Audio-Animatronics technology. This exclusive exhibit will showcase the evolution of the art and its related technology through a diverse showcase of rare figural assets, photography, and vintage ephemera and documentation all in the name of celebrating key moments from Walt’s earliest inspirations and development to modern-day marvels.

Tickets for the event are already sold out, but some presentations will be live streamed.

 

[ali_in_al]

Yum!
https://www.wdwinfo.com/news-stories/blue-ribbon-corn-dogs-coming-soon-to-walt-disney-world/

On their Instagram account, Blue Ribbon Corn Dogs announced that they’re going to be opening a new corn dog stand at Disney’s BoardWalk in Walt Disney World! Some of you might recognize the name as they already have a location in Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort and are well-known for their Pickle Dogs. The post says that they’ll be opening later this year.

 

[Genie+]

Dates & Ticket Pricing Announced for All 2023 Disney Jollywood Nights
Today is the day that tickets went on sale to all guests for the recently-announced Disney Jollywood Nights, a hard-ticketed event taking place in November and December at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
The event pricing is the same for adults and children and is listed below.

NOVEMBER​

• Saturday, November 11 – $159
• Saturday, November 18 – $159
• Monday, November 20 – $179
• Monday, November 27 – $159
• Wednesday, November 29 – $159

DECEMBER​

• Monday, December 27 – $159
• Wednesday, December 29 – $159
• Monday, December 4 – $169
• Wednesday, December 6 – $169
• Saturday, December 16 – $169
• Monday, December 18 – $169
• Wednesday, December 20 – $169

As of the time of this post, there are no sold-out dates!

The article has a few dates off-

So far there’s only 10 dates total. It is odd there are no dates between Dec 6 and Dec 16.

 

[cellomom]

First Look: Flavorful New Adventures and Fun Merchandise Coming to EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival


The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival presented by CORKCICLE is right around the corner, and today, we’re excited to share more details – including a brand-new experience that brings a whole new meaning to molecular gastronomy!
From July 27 to November 18, guests can take a culinary tour across six continents at this celebration of cuisine from around the world. From delectable Global Marketplaces and fresh new merch to nightly live entertainment, there’s so much for guests of all ages to enjoy.

Flavorful Fun is Brew-Wing at Odyssey​

Don your lab coats and prepare to experiment with delicious flavors as Brew-Wing Lab at the Odyssey invites guests on a flavorful adventure, featuring the culinary creations – and madcap mishaps – of Muppet Labs!

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That’s right – Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and his faithful assistant, Beaker, of Muppet Labs will welcome you to their taste-testing headquarters, where the inventive duo are busy creating scientific snacks and mind-blowing beverages. You’ll have a chance to sample some of their kooky concoctions like the Unnecessarily Spicy, Yet Extremely Tasty Scotch Bonnet Pepper-Curry Wings, or the Pickle Milkshake. Consider it a flavor experiment in the name of science!

Global Marketplaces to Satisfy Every Palate​

Get ready to sip and savor at more than 25 Global Marketplaces including returning favorites such as The Fry Basket, Flavors from Fire, Canada, India and Spain marketplaces. Also coming later this fall, the culinary team will add four new Global Marketplaces to commemorate the Disney100 celebration: Char & Chop, Wine & Wedge, Bubbles & Brine and Swirled Showcase. Stay tuned to the Disney Parks Blog, where more details will be shared in a Foodie Guide soon.

Delectable Merchandise to Savor at Home​

What would a visit to the festival be without great merch to mark the occasion? There are so many crave-worthy collections, it will be hard to choose just one. And really – why choose? Here are some of my favorite items.

The 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Event Logo Collection marries bright colors and bold graphics for a fresh new look. For the first course, get ready to swoon for new ears! You’ll be ready to “choose your own course” with this colorful addition to your collection. Look closely, and you’ll even spot Spaceship Earth! And check out this sporty Spirit Jersey track jacket, featuring Chef Mickey Mouse in his chef’s best.

A must-have Loungefly mini backpack commemorates Spaceship Earth in the pocket detail and will let everyone know that you’re a serious EPCOT foodie. Personally, I have my eye on this CORKCICLE stemless wine glass. It’s perfect for warm summer days, tailgating, and trips to the beach. And perfect for every casual occasion, these whimsical coasters are sure to be a hit at your next backyard bash.

The Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse Picnic Collection includes this Dooney & Bourke tote bag – the quintessential accessory for carrying a baguette and some wine to your next al fresco gathering.

Gathering around the table is the best way to spend quality time with family and friends, and the 2023 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival Disney Encanto Collection will help you entertain in style. Don this fashionable apron as you prepare your feast. This colorful serving platter brings the Family Madrigal casita to life in a riot of vibrant color.

Sizzling Sounds at America Gardens Theatre​

Wrap up a fun-filled day by enjoying live musical entertainment at the Eat to the Beat Concert Series presented by Florida Blue Medicare, featuring a blend of chart-topping musical acts and a taste of Orlando’s local talent. Guests can secure a spot for these performances with an Eat to the Beat Dining Package. Find out more by visiting TasteEPCOT.com.
Note that to experience any in-park offerings, guests must have valid theme park admission and may need a theme park reservation depending on type of admission and date of visit. The ability to visit a theme park is subject to the park’s capacity limitations. As we continue to count down the days until the beginning of the festival, stay tuned to Disney Parks Blog for more updates.