Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2022 Edition

[HokieRaven5]

Ghirardelli Is Giving Away FREE S’mores in Disney Springs SOON!

Starting July 3rd, Ghirardelli is hosting the S’more Summer Tour 2022

The summer tour is a free event (yes, we said FREE) where you can stop by the Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop near World of Disneyto make your own s’more with a Ghirardelli signature chocolate square squished in the middle!

The summer tour stop will be at Disney Springs on July 3rd and July 4th from 2:00PM to 8PM.

 

[disney-inspired]

I could see Disney going with a tiered ticket system instead of an upgrade on top of the park hopper. You could have the standard single park ticket. The mid level would be similar to the current park hopper where you could hop starting at 2PM. Then they could have their Hopper+, where you can hop from park to park as early as you want given that you reserved in advance or check Hopper+ availability on the app. I can't see them limiting the current 2PM hopping, but nothing past that would surprise me with Disney anymore.

oh no, this sounds terrible. When do people start taking their money elsewhere?

“The Goonies” Original Series Details Revealed by Producer​

Ooooo, kind of interested in this. I know it won't be anything like Stranger Things but I get a Goonies vibe from Stranger Things.

 

[bambialways4ever]

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Returns August 25​

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Magic makeovers are back!
I’m pleased to share that earlier today, a magical proclamation was found in Fantasyland announcing a very special return. Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique will soon welcome young guests once again for royal head-to-toe transformations at both Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland park at Disneyland Resort on August 25.

Our cast members – Fairy Godmother’s Apprentices – will transform guests ages 3 to 12 into some of their favorite Disney characters with hairstyling, makeup, costumes and accessories. In addition, the reopening ushers in even more options to choose from, including a new hair accessory especially designed for textured hair and new costumes featuring some of Disney’s newest heroes and heroines coming later this year.

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I love how they are working to make this a more inclusive experience and expand beyond just princesses.

 

[Brocktoon]

What about a fee you pay so you don't need park reservations? THAT would be awesome, and open up our plans for our vacation without being locked down to an exact plan of what we're doing each day. Especially with 10-day tickets in a 15 day window. We have to decide RIGHT NOW - instead of when we're tired - what days will be rest days.

Sadly, I would probably pay that added fee to go back to my 'no reservation hop whenever I want' days. There were plenty of times during Food/Wine when I was done late morning in HS, and would spontaneously decide to leisurely walk over Epcot ... check out the Boardwalk, pass through the International Gateway and check out the food booths, and then leave via the front of Epcot to take the monorail to the Bay Lake area. Those days are done unless I want to wait until 2PM and already have my entire day planned out.

Ooooo, kind of interested in this. I know it won't be anything like Stranger Things but I get a Goonies vibe from Stranger Things.

Not Disney related ... but if you like Stranger Things and have Amazon Prime ... keep an eye out for Paper Girls dropping at the end of July. The comic book it's based on was a really fun read and I'm guessing there will be a ton of comparisons for the early episodes to Stranger Things ... but the comic did pre-date Stranger Things by ~ a year

 

[mrsap]

Early Theme Park Entry, Package Delivery Available Starting August 8 for Disneyland Resort Hotel Guests​

Disneyland Resort hotels have new offerings starting this summer, in addition to the discounts we already reported on. Starting August 8, 2022, Disneyland Resort hotel guests will be able to visit the theme parks 30 minutes before they open to regular guests.
Valid park admission and a Park Pass reservation are still required for early entry, just like at Walt Disney World. Early entry will be available every day at Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, with select attractions, dining, and shopping open to hotel guests.

Package delivery will also be available beginning on August 8. Hotel guests will be able to have their in-park purchases sent to the hotel for pick-up the next day.

 

[BrianL]

Not Disney related ... but if you like Stranger Things and have Amazon Prime ... keep an eye out for Paper Girls dropping at the end of July. The comic book it's based on was a really fun read and I'm guessing there will be a ton of comparisons for the early episodes to Stranger Things ... but the comic did pre-date Stranger Things by ~ a year

I never read that, but I see it's by Brian K. Vaughn, who also wrote Runaways, which was made into a show for Hulu but is now on Disney+ too - and it's good!

 

[Brocktoon]

I never read that, but I see it's by Brian K. Vaughn, who also wrote Runaways, which was made into a show for Hulu but is now on Disney+ too - and it's good!

Yep, he's one of my favorite writers. Created the Runaways, and also wrote Y: the Last Man and Saga

 

[Dsny4fun]

Early Theme Park Entry, Package Delivery Available Starting August 8 for Disneyland Resort Hotel Guests​

Disneyland Resort hotels have new offerings starting this summer, in addition to the discounts we already reported on. Starting August 8, 2022, Disneyland Resort hotel guests will be able to visit the theme parks 30 minutes before they open to regular guests.
Valid park admission and a Park Pass reservation are still required for early entry, just like at Walt Disney World. Early entry will be available every day at Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure, with select attractions, dining, and shopping open to hotel guests.

Package delivery will also be available beginning on August 8. Hotel guests will be able to have their in-park purchases sent to the hotel for pick-up the next day.

Please bring back package delivery to WDW too !!!

 

[BrianL]

Yep, he's one of my favorite writers. Created the Runaways, and also wrote Y: the Last Man and Saga

I never did read The Runaways comic, but the show was great! It had come out at a time when I wasn't a big Marvel fan - kinda like now. I was dismissive of any of their new concepts.

 

[jade1]

I wonder how much business Disney would lose if there was a train connection between EPIC Universe and Disney Springs. To get to EPIC Universe you can ride the train. To get to Disney's own parks you would need to take a bus or car. EPIC Universe would be like Disney's unofficial 5th gate (without Disney getting the money).

Interesting take, I'm sure it's been discussed.

As an AP at both (who also does DS a lot), we would for sure hop to Epic.

On the flip side, if we were staying at US, we would hop the train to DS just to do DS. But would also occasionally take a bus to say BW/BC and walk into EPCOT, or CR/GF and walk into MK.

Honestly not sure I want DS that busy though. So this might be best.

 

[Teamubr]

oh no, this sounds terrible. When do people start taking their money elsewhere?

I think many people are there, but as long as there are 3 lined up behind them to take their place, TDC won't feel it.

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[SteveAZee]

A magical Unicorn land would be a big hit for young girls. Maybe even tie in with My Little Pony

 

[NJlauren]

Barber shop reservations dropped this morning - we've been waiting 2.5 years for his first haircut I resent the 6am alarm but they went FAST so I was thankful I didn't roll back over. I don't think well that early but I was able to snag a spot that worked great with our schedule after a few tries of sold out dates.

I know there is super limited capacity but clearly others have been holding out, too!

Yeah I didn’t get anything! Super bummed but really excited you for one! First hair cut is so fun! My daughter has only had 2 hair cuts both there….

 

[mousehouse23]

Disney Extends Chapek's Contract by 3 Years

Welp. There you have it.

 

[Aprilshack]

Disney Extends Chapek's Contract by 3 Years

Welp. There you have it.

Another 3 years of watching the quality of the parks going downhill.

 

[DduzDis]

Disney Extends Chapek's Contract by 3 Years

Welp. There you have it.

Unanimously. I seriously don't get it. No dissent whatsoever on the board?

 

[mrsap]

Disney CEO Bob Chapek’s Contract Extended by Three Years

As predicted, Disney CEO Bob Chapek’s contact has been extended by the Board of Directors. The contract, which was originally supposed to expire in February 2023, has been extended by three years. Here’s the official announcement:

Today, The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) Board of Directors unanimously voted to extend Bob Chapek’s contract as Chief Executive Officer for three years.

“Disney was dealt a tough hand by the pandemic, yet with Bob at the helm, our businesses—from parks to streaming—not only weathered the storm, but emerged in a position of strength,” said Susan Arnold, Chairman of the Board. “In this important time of growth and transformation, the Board is committed to keeping Disney on the successful path it is on today, and Bob’s leadership is key to achieving that goal. Bob is the right leader at the right time for The Walt Disney Company, and the Board has full confidence in him and his leadership team.”

 

[lowlight]

Another 3 years of watching the quality of the parks going downhill.

I think the worst part is that until now, we could speculate they weren’t happy with the damage Chapek was doing to their brand. Now we know that not only don’t they mind, they like it. I guess this is the new Disney, take it or leave it.

 

[mrsap]

Preferred Access to Dining Reservations Coming Soon for Disneyland Resort Hotel Guests​

Preferred Dine Access is coming soon to Disneyland Resort hotel guests.

Here is how Disney describes the offer:

“Preferred Dine Access will offer you, as a Disneyland Resort Hotel guest, the opportunity to have preferred access to a limited number of reservations at select hotel table service restaurants during the dates of your hotel stay.”
Reservations are still subject to availability and may not be available on holidays or during special events. Disneyland will release more details soon.
We also learned today that Disneyland Resort hotel guests will soon have access to early theme park entry and package delivery.

 

[mrsap]

Harmony Barber Shop at Magic Kingdom Fully Booked, Updated Pricing Revealed​

Harmony Barber Shop at Magic Kingdom will reopen on July 31, 2022, and updated pricing for the shop has been released. Guests were able to make reservations starting today.

The reservations calendar only goes through August 8 currently, and all time slots were booked within 45 minutes of reservations opening this morning.

The barbershop will accept a limited number of walk-ins on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Prices for the various Harmony Barber Shop offerings have gone up by a few dollars. Here is the updated pricing:

• Child’s Haircut: starts at $20
• My First Haircut: starts at $28
• Adult Haircut: starts at $21
• Beard Trim: starts at $8

The “My First Haircut” experience includes an embroidered Mickey ear hat and milestone certificate. It increased by $3.

Guests who don’t show up for their reservation or cancel within 24 hours will be charged $10.