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

[HokieRaven5]

Olaf Holiday Finale Returns to Frozen Sing-Along for 2022 Holiday Season at Hollywood Studios

Olaf is back! The Frozen Sing-Along at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is now performing the holiday finale that features Olaf and songs from Olaf’s Frozen Adventure. The show is largely the same, with the holiday finale taking up about 8-9 minutes at the end of the show. Songs in the holiday finale include Ring in the Season, That Time of Year, and When We’re Together. During the finale, Olaf takes the stage as Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, and the Arendale Storytellers ring in the season. Seasonal visuals are shown on the massive screen that serves as the stage’s backdrop before Elsa turns the scene into a frozen holiday setting.

 

[jlundeen]

You plan to be in line 90 minutes before showtime with reserved seating? Are the “back” reserved seats bad? We don’t plan to go in until closer to show time (with dining package), so I guess we will have to take whatever is available in the reserved area.

We will have 2, possibly 3 scooters in the group... so we will be up in the back row regardless.... I aim for 90 minutes, but with this group, I know it's not likely.... but they need a little pressure to try to stay timely....

 

[HokieRaven5]

Magic Kingdom Late-Night Fireworks Announced for Disney Parks Holiday Taping

Guests staying in the Magic Kingdom area will hear fireworks as late as 2am over the next few days as performances are recorded for the Disney Parks holiday special. Filming kicks off today at Magic Kingdom. Here’s the notice from Disney World about the late-night fireworks:

Tonight through Nov. 14, we will be launching fireworks at Magic Kingdom Park between 11:30 p.m. and approximately 2 a.m. We apologize to our neighbors and Guests for this late-night inconvenience.

 

[HokieRaven5]

M’Baku Debuts at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure with ‘The Way of the Jabari’

 

[HokieRaven5]

Animal Kingdom Disney PhotoPass Holiday Magic Shots

Meeko​

Meeko’s on the lookout for some holiday treats! This Magic Shot is available from a Disney PhotoPass photographer stationed at the bridge leading from the entrance of the park into Discovery Island, now through Jan. 7, 2023.

Winter Confetti​

A festive flurry of winter confetti! This Magic Shot is available from Disney PhotoPass photographers stationed at most locations around the park, now through Jan. 7, 2023.

Mistletoe​

Mistletoe was made for Magic Shots! This photo is available from Disney PhotoPass photographers stationed at most locations around the park, now through Jan. 7, 2023.

Santa’s List​

Which of Santa’s lists will you end up on?! This Magic Shot is available from a Disney PhotoPass photographer stationed at the bridge leading from the entrance of the park into Discovery Island, as well as with closest photographer to the Tree of Life in Discovery Island — now through Jan. 7, 2023.

 

[Brocktoon]

They had a professional film crew in Pandora this morning. Looked like they had two directors chairs set up in an interview type format. I was also going through FIight of Passage at the same time they were surprising a CM with getting picked for TRON ... looked like they were taking video of that as well.

 

[HokieRaven5]

They had a professional film crew in Pandora this morning. Looked like they had two directors chairs set up in an interview type format. I was also going through FIight of Passage at the same time they were surprising a CM with getting picked for TRON ... looked like they were taking video of that as well.

They’re doing some filming in MK too. Julianne and Derek Hough are there for their part in the Holiday Special.

The Disney Holiday Special Is Filming in Magic Kingdom Today

 

[HokieRaven5]

Disney Cruise Line to Return to In-Person Muster Drills​

The start dates of the return of in-person muster drills are below:

• Disney Dream: November 12
• Disney Fantasy: November 12
• Disney Magic: November 20
• Disney Wish: November 14
• Disney Wonder: November 16

 

[HokieRaven5]

Mobile Order Now Available for Kat Saka’s Kettle at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Kat Saka’s Kettle in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is now available via mobile order on My Disney Experience.

 

[HokieRaven5]

Christmas Decor Aboard the Disney Wish

 

[HokieRaven5]

Santa and Mrs. Claus Make Their Disney Wish Debut

 

[rangerxenos]

Best Caramel Treats of Fall Season at Walt Disney World Resort

Today, we’re excited to announce the new seasonal menu items found exclusively at the Karamell-Küche. Check out all of these new items that are covered in our favorite smooth, creamy Werther’s caramel and feature flavors to fuel our festive fall spirit.

First up, the Werther’s Original Caramel Holiday Flight: Four Werther’s Original Caramel mini-Squares inspired by Cranberry, Eggnog, Gingerbread, and Snickerdoodle flavors.

Werther’s Original Caramel Snickerdoodle Cookie: Cinnamon Sugar Cookie drizzled with Werther’s Original Caramel.

Werther’s Original Caramel Gingerbread Cookie Sandwich: Two soft Gingerbread Cookies with Buttercream Icing and Werther’s Original Caramel.

But that’s not all! The caramel craving you’re after can be cured in select confectionary locations at Walt Disney World Resort, too, including:

• Big Top Treats at Magic Kingdom Theme Park
• Zuri’s Sweets Shop at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
• Candy Cauldron and Goofy’s Candy Company at Disney Springs
• Bayview Gifts at Disney’s Contemporary Resort and Screen Door General Store at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn

It's my cookie! That Gingerbread Cookie Sandwich is delectable!

 

[rangerxenos]

Previously, dining packages were only for the first show.

I am wondering the same thing, I'd actually prefer the first show if I have a choice.

 

[soniam]

Disney Cruise Line to Return to In-Person Muster Drills​

The start dates of the return of in-person muster drills are below:

• Disney Dream: November 12
• Disney Fantasy: November 12
• Disney Magic: November 20
• Disney Wish: November 14
• Disney Wonder: November 16

Ugh! Why!!!!!!! Not that we were able to even watch the video on our phones in July, due to their atrocious wifi, but we watched on TV, have been several times, and went to the muster station in person to know where it is.

 

[mrsap]

DVC News:

A First Look at Upgrades to the EPCOT Disney Vacation Club Member Lounge​

The EPCOT DVC Member Lounge has recently seen a series of updates.

First up is new colorful furniture and carpet including high top tables throughout the lounge. Tables include USB charging ports and standard plugs.

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A new member lounge photo spot is the perfect place to snap a picture and show off your pride of DVC Membership!

Complementary snacks and refreshments continue to be offered and have gone back to self service, including Coke Freestyle machines.

The Kids Gaming Spot offers a television and a place for kids to relax and unwind after a long day in the parks.

*Click link for more

 

[HokieRaven5]

‘World of Color – Season of Light’ Returns to Disneyland Resort With MagicBand+ Interactions

 

[HokieRaven5]

Holiday Tree of Life Awakenings Return to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

 

[VroomVroomLightning]

Holiday Tree of Life Awakenings Return to Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Do we know if Mickey and Minnie are in their festive gear yet at Adventurers Outpost?

 

[Lsdolphin]

Just wondering with so much returning to normal ....if regular housekeeping services will be returning I have heard of deluxe resorts receiving full service however during my recent 7 night stay at CSR I never received more than having trash removed and towels brought twice durning entire stay. So not sure if this is still due to lack of housekeeping staff or just a way for Disney to make more money by providing less service while still raising resort room prices...

 

[brockash]

Just wondering with so much returning to normal ....if regular housekeeping services will be returning I have heard of deluxe resorts receiving full service however during my recent 7 night stay at CSR I never received more than having trash removed and towels brought twice durning entire stay. So not sure if this is still due to lack of housekeeping staff or just a way for Disney to make more money by providing less service while still raising resort room prices...

Your 2nd thought is more along the correct lines. We've stayed at many hotels in the last yr and all had full service. We stayed at Swan over the summer and had excellent (by far best we've ever had for a weeks stay) and it was excellent full service.

Disney...why pay for labor when ppl will pay and fill the resorts regardless.