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

[HokieRaven5]

ABC and Disney Parks are Decking the Halls with Holiday Cheer Twice this Year

Get ready for the most wonderful time of the year!

Derek Hough and Julianne Hough return as hosts for ABC’s festive annual special “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration,” Sunday, Nov. 27 (8-10 p.m. ET), and will be joined by co-hosts, Freeform’s Sherry Cola (“Good Trouble”) and Marcus Scribner (“grown-ish”) as they host “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade,” Sunday, Dec. 25 (10 a.m.-12 p.m. ET/7-9 a.m. PT). “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” will air on ABC and stream next day on Hulu and Disney+. “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” will air on ABC, stream live on Hulu to all subscribers.

The specials, filmed from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California, will feature showstopping musical performances of holiday classics and cheerful new hits, showcase heartwarming family stories, and offer sneak peeks at what’s new around The Walt Disney Company. Plus, Freeform’s Trevor Jackson (“grown-ish”) will join us for a magical musical performance aboard the newest Disney Cruise Line ship, the Disney Wish and a sneak peek at the highly anticipated upcoming major motion picture “Avatar: The Way of Water,” only in theaters on Dec. 16, 2022.

Musical performances for “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” include the following:

• Derek Hough and Julianne Hough – “Such a Night,” “My Favorite Things,” “I Gotta Feeling” medley
• Becky G – “Frosty The Snowman” and “What Christmas Means to Me” with Chloe Flower and Ne-Yo
• Black Eyed Peas – “A Cold Christmas” and “I Gotta Feeling”
• Chloe Flower – “Carol of the Bells” and “What Christmas Means to Me” with Ne-Yo and Becky G
• David Foster and Katharine McPhee – “Jingle Bell Rock”
• Il Volo – “Adeste Fideles (O Come, All Ye Faithful)”
• Jordin Sparks – “Trapmas Medley”
• Maren Morris – “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree”
• Meghan Trainor – “Here Comes Santa Claus” and “Made You Look” medley
• Ne-Yo – “The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)” and “What Christmas Means to Me” with Chloe Flower and Becky G
• Run DMC – “Christmas in Hollis”

In addition to the parade, musical performances for “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” include the following:

• Derek Hough and Julianne Hough – “Officially Christmas”
• Black Eyed Peas – “Carol of the Bells”
• Chloe Flower – “A Liberace Christmas”
• David Foster and Katharine McPhee – “Blue Christmas” and “Grown Up Christmas List”
• Maren Morris – “When You Wish Upon a Star”
• Meghan Trainor – “My Kind of Present”
• Ne-Yo – “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”
• Il Volo – “Happy Christmas (War is Over)”

 

[HokieRaven5]

Blizzard Beach Closing November 17-18 Due to Forecasted Low Temperatures

After reopening earlier this month from a lengthy refurbishment Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park will be closed November 17-18 due to forecasted low temperatures.

 

[HokieRaven5]

Disney Gives Annual Passholders Golden Tapstiles at Magic Kingdom Entrance

 

[HokieRaven5]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1593016064446763011

 

[HokieRaven5]

Annual Passholder-Exclusive Drinks For International Festival of The Holidays

Disney has announced 2 Annual Passholder-exclusive drinks coming to EPCOT for the festival. The first is the Cinnamon Frozen Coca-Cola, which will be located at Refreshment Outpost. This drink is a frozen Coca-Cola soda that’s flavored with cinnamon and garnished with apple chips. It’s served in a passholder-themed cup that you can keep as a souvenir!

The next exclusive drink is the Happy Snowman frozen cocktail, which can be found at various Joffrey’s locations in EPCOT. It’s made with frozenlemon and blue-curaçao-flavored syrup, along with a splash of Grey Goose vodka.

 

[Jrb1979]

Disney Gives Annual Passholders Golden Tapstiles at Magic Kingdom Entrance

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That only works if you can find a day you aren't blacked out.

 

[1lilspark]

BREAKING: Disney Cruise Line confirms purchase of Global Dream.

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Disney Cruise Line says the "acquisition of a partially completed ship that will bring the magic of a Disney Cruise Line vacation to new global destinations."

The new ship will be based outside the U.S. and will "feature innovative Disney experiences along with the dazzling entertainment, world-class dining and legendary guest service that set Disney Cruise Line apart."

The 208,000-gross-ton ship is expected to be among the first in the cruise industry to be fueled by green methanol, one of the lowest emission fuels available. Disney Cruise Line expects the passenger capacity to be approximately 6,000 with around 2,300 crew members.

Disney says the ship will be renamed "with certain features reimagined under the world-renowned expertise of Walt Disney Imagineers and is expected to set sail in 2025."

Scott Gustin Twitter

Do we know if this ship will be ship #8 in the fleet or will replace the third planned triton ship

ABC and Disney Parks are Decking the Halls with Holiday Cheer Twice this Year

Get ready for the most wonderful time of the year!

Derek Hough and Julianne Hough return as hosts for ABC’s festive annual special “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration,” Sunday, Nov. 27 (8-10 p.m. ET), and will be joined by co-hosts, Freeform’s Sherry Cola (“Good Trouble”) and Marcus Scribner (“grown-ish”) as they host “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade,” Sunday, Dec. 25 (10 a.m.-12 p.m. ET/7-9 a.m. PT). “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” will air on ABC and stream next day on Hulu and Disney+. “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” will air on ABC, stream live on Hulu to all subscribers.

The specials, filmed from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California, will feature showstopping musical performances of holiday classics and cheerful new hits, showcase heartwarming family stories, and offer sneak peeks at what’s new around The Walt Disney Company. Plus, Freeform’s Trevor Jackson (“grown-ish”) will join us for a magical musical performance aboard the newest Disney Cruise Line ship, the Disney Wish and a sneak peek at the highly anticipated upcoming major motion picture “Avatar: The Way of Water,” only in theaters on Dec. 16, 2022.

Musical performances for “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” include the following:

• Derek Hough and Julianne Hough – “Such a Night,” “My Favorite Things,” “I Gotta Feeling” medley
• Becky G – “Frosty The Snowman” and “What Christmas Means to Me” with Chloe Flower and Ne-Yo
• Black Eyed Peas – “A Cold Christmas” and “I Gotta Feeling”
• Chloe Flower – “Carol of the Bells” and “What Christmas Means to Me” with Ne-Yo and Becky G
• David Foster and Katharine McPhee – “Jingle Bell Rock”
• Il Volo – “Adeste Fideles (O Come, All Ye Faithful)”
• Jordin Sparks – “Trapmas Medley”
• Maren Morris – “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree”
• Meghan Trainor – “Here Comes Santa Claus” and “Made You Look” medley
• Ne-Yo – “The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire)” and “What Christmas Means to Me” with Chloe Flower and Becky G
• Run DMC – “Christmas in Hollis”

In addition to the parade, musical performances for “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” include the following:

• Derek Hough and Julianne Hough – “Officially Christmas”
• Black Eyed Peas – “Carol of the Bells”
• Chloe Flower – “A Liberace Christmas”
• David Foster and Katharine McPhee – “Blue Christmas” and “Grown Up Christmas List”
• Maren Morris – “When You Wish Upon a Star”
• Meghan Trainor – “My Kind of Present”
• Ne-Yo – “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”
• Il Volo – “Happy Christmas (War is Over)”

I miss the days when it was segments from parades from both coasts + coming attractions with a musical performance or two Christmas Day

Disney Gives Annual Passholders Golden Tapstiles at Magic Kingdom Entrance

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I heard these new tap styles are beta testing a new computer system

 

[HokieRaven5]

Do we know if this ship will be ship #8 in the fleet or will replace the third planned triton ship

I miss the days when it was segments from parades from both coasts + coming attractions with a musical performance or two Christmas Day

I heard these new tap styles are beta testing a new computer system

This currently has no impact on the third Triton-Class ship. The plan is to eventually have 8 ships as a part of DCL.

I just look forward to the annual passholder exclusive tapstile popcorn bucket/pin merchandise release.

 

[HokieRaven5]

Tokyo Disney Resort Announces ‘Minnie Besties Bash!’ Event



In the final buildup to Tokyo Disney Resort’s exciting 40th Anniversary “Dream-Go-Round” celebration in April, the Oriental Land Company has announced what may be the final Minnie-centric winter event. Starting in January, guests can enjoy Minnie Besties Bash! at both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea.

From January 18 through March 31, guests at both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea will get to celebrate Minnie Mouse for the third time, focusing on Minnie herself rather than nostalgia for past events this time.

 

[Naomeri]

Annual Passholder-Exclusive Drinks For International Festival of The Holidays
The next exclusive drink is the Happy Snowman frozen cocktail, which can be found at various Joffrey’s locations in EPCOT. It’s made with frozenlemon and blue-curaçao-flavored syrup, along with a splash of Grey Goose vodka.

Anyone want to ship me a gallon or two of Happy Snowmen?

 

[Aprilshack]

Disney Gives Annual Passholders Golden Tapstiles at Magic Kingdom Entrance

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I’m sure they feel even more valued by the Disney company with this gesture.

 

[HokieRaven5]

Good Morning Everybody!

 

[HokieRaven5]

NEW: Disneyland has modified its dining reservation policy to allow cancellations without penalty up to 2 hours prior to reservation time at most restaurants. The previous policy was one day prior.

Scott Gustin Twitter

 

[Bibbidi_Boo]

Well, this is one fan that disagrees with your theory. Nostalgia is highly subjective and often tied to age, I personally love the new stuff. I appreciate the fairy tales of my youth, but the me of today loves the space and fantasy. so yes, I want more new content.... I love all the new content. Star Wars... Marvel... all the spin offs like Andor and Moon Knight... bring it on MORE MORE MORE!!!!!
Love streaming on the TV, not sure what is hard about it. It is awesome.... at my home, with all my snacks and my pets cuddling on the couch, go the bathroom when I want, no obnoxious people talking in the theater... I dont think I will ever go back to a movie theater again.

I agree! Not everyone is nostalgic for the past. I agree that people want good customer service though.

 

[Bibbidi_Boo]

That only works if you can find a day you aren't blacked out.

Huh, there are plenty days a year pass holders can go.

 

[HokieRaven5]

Disney has also officially confirmed the change mentioned a few weeks ago about dining reservations being available to cancel up to 2 hours prior to your reservation time.

Scott Gustin Twitter

Just to note for the 2 hour cancellation policy at Walt Disney World: This dining policy does not apply to Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue, Victoria & Albert’s and Monsieur Paul. Each of these venues have their own dining cancellation policies that remain as is.

Disney Parks Twitter

 

[rangerxenos]

 

[HokieRaven5]

EPCOT Seas Adventures - DiveQuest to close for refurbishment in early 2023

The closure begins January 13 2023 through to mid-March, with a precise reopening date not yet available.

DiveQuest is 2 hour experience for SCUBA-certified divers where you’ll get to spend approximately 40 minutes on your actual dive in the 5.7-million-gallon saltwater aquarium at The Seas pavilion. You’ll also get a backstage tour to see the inner workings of the massive aquarium. DiveQuest costs $219 per person plus tax.

 

[HokieRaven5]

‘Walt the Dreamer’ Statue Arrives at Disney World Ahead of Installation in EPCOT

The ‘Walt the Dreamer’ statue is now in Florida after being presented at the D23 Expo in Anaheim, CA in September. Guests attending the D23 Expo could snap a selfie with the actual statue that will be installed in EPCOT next year as Disney completes the World Celebration section of the park.


The statue was recently on display for Cast Members attending the Walt Disney Legacy Award Celebration at Disney’s Contemporary Resort.


When installed, the statue will sit right “behind” Spaceship Earth and guests will be able to walk up to it like the Roy Disney and Minnie Mouse statue at Magic Kingdom.

 

[Ismo]

‘Walt the Dreamer’ Statue Arrives at Disney World Ahead of Installation in EPCOT

The ‘Walt the Dreamer’ statue is now in Florida after being presented at the D23 Expo in Anaheim, CA in September. Guests attending the D23 Expo could snap a selfie with the actual statue that will be installed in EPCOT next year as Disney completes the World Celebration section of the park.


The statue was recently on display for Cast Members attending the Walt Disney Legacy Award Celebration at Disney’s Contemporary Resort.


When installed, the statue will sit right “behind” Spaceship Earth and guests will be able to walk up to it like the Roy Disney and Minnie Mouse statue at Magic Kingdom.

EDIT - forgot to add my comment...need more coffee!

I witnessed Bob Gurr taking a photo with this statue at D23, saw him tear up then and I completely lost it