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[HokieRaven5]

We just had two conflicting answers to how Genie+ works at DL. Does it have the same limit as WDW of one ride per day per attraction or not?

Operates under the same limit as WDW:

“You can make one selection at a time, after park entry on the day of your visit (attractions are subject to limited availability; limit one Lightning Lane selection per attraction per day).”

Genie Service at Disneyland

 

[Violetspider]

Operates under the same limit as WDW:

“You can make one selection at a time, after park entry on the day of your visit (attractions are subject to limited availability; limit one Lightning Lane selection per attraction per day).”

Genie Service at Disneyland

Thank you, that's what I thought. Just wondered if I had it wrong. As someone who would rather ride GOTG:MB and Haunted Mansion multiple times in a day, G+ is not the MaxPass replacement of my choosing. I used it only twice during a 12 day WDW trip recently. It just wasn't what I wanted for my touring style. Bummer!

 

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Disneyland Issuing Refunds, Suspending Sales After Disastrous Genie+ Debut




In an attempt to save the day for guests who were able to purchase Disney Genie+, Cast Members in the parks have been allowing guests with a purchase confirmation to simply walk onto rides – no need to make a return time because the app is not working.

Disney issued the following statement about the rollout of Genie+ (via Scott Gustin):

We are working hard to resolve some technology challenges that have impacted some of our guests today and are providing recovery options to those guests. We have paused sales for Lightning Lane options (Disney Genie+/a la carte) for the remainder of the day.

 

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New “Private Investigator” Jessica Rabbit Figure Debuts on Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin at Disneyland

Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin is getting a new storyline with Jessica Rabbit taking on the role of a Private Investigator.

 

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New “Private Investigator” Jessica Rabbit Figure Debuts on Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin at Disneyland

Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin is getting a new storyline with Jessica Rabbit taking on the role of a Private Investigator.

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Such a shame that Toontown is closing for a bit, was expecting the update to take place during the land's closure

 

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Good Morning All!

 

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A look at the 'Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser' welcome video for passengers booked aboard the Chandrila Star Line's Halcyon

 

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More Fan-Favorite Entertainment Returns to Disneyland Resort in 2022, Including ‘Celebrate Gospel!’ and ‘Tale of the Lion King’

We’re thrilled to announce that even more entertainment will be returning to the Disneyland Resort in 2022! An expanded “Celebrate Gospel!” musical celebration will come to Disneyland park in February, and this spring, “Tale of the Lion King” will return, but this time to the Fantasyland Theater at Disneyland park. Plus, cherished nighttime spectaculars will return this spring to both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure.


“Main Street Electrical Parade”

In time to celebrate its 50th anniversary, the “Main Street Electrical Parade” will make its grand return to Disneyland park! This spectacular pageant of nighttime magic and imagination will be led by the iconic train and drum unit featuring Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and Goofy, and proclaiming in lights: “Disneyland Presents – Main Street Electrical Parade.” The parade brings back many guest favorites including Elliot the Dragon and floats from “Alice in Wonderland,” “Cinderella” and “Peter Pan.”

“WORLD OF COLOR”, “FANTASMIC” and “Disneyland Forever” fireworks spectacular

 

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New Trailer Revealed for ‘The Book of Boba Fett’ Disney+ Star Wars Series

 

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Join DVC Fan LIVE for the 2021 DVC Condo Association Meeting - Today at 2:00

Join us LIVE today at 2pm, EST over on the DVC Fan Facebook Group for our coverage of this year’s DVC Condo Association Meeting!

We will be live blogging the event and sharing photos and updates throughout.

 

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Registration for All-New runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend Opens Today at 2:00!

Lace up those running shoes! General registration for the all-new runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend opens today at 2 pm EST!

 

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Some Notable Points from the DVC Condo Assoc. Meeting:

Costs for DME removed from member budget starting in 2022.

“As we gradually return to a more normal environment, many enhanced cleaning measures will continue.”

9 properties scheduled for major update or refresh in coming years. No specifics offered.

Boulder Ridge Refurb Scheduled for 2022.

Grand Californian owners receiving $1.01 per point credit due to extended 2021 closure.

Hilton Head loan from hurricanes Matthew & Irma paid off.

“We continue to invest in resort technology to make sure your visit is as seamless as possible.” Showcasing welcome messages on room TVs, DVC MagicMobile pass. Some tech will be added to rooms over time during refurbishments.

 

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Disney Just Revealed Animated Film ‘Strange World’ For Thanksgiving 2022 Release

 

[BrianL]

Disney Just Revealed Animated Film ‘Strange World’ For Thanksgiving 2022 Release

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Ahh, this must be the mysterious film that was under the working title "Searcher Clade" - it looks to be right up my alley!

 

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Bob Iger shares farewell letter to Cast and Employees of The Walt Disney Company

My Fellow Employees and Cast Members,

As my time at The Walt Disney Company comes to a close, I write to thank all of you for what has been a thrilling and immensely gratifying 47½ years. I would love to be able to do this in person, but the global pandemic has deprived me of that opportunity, so please forgive the less than personal nature of this farewell.

*Please click link to read the letter in it’s entirety.

 

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New Alumni Name Tag for Disney Ambassadors

 

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runDisney Expedition Everest 5K Sells Out Within Minutes, Runners Flock to Throwback Events



The Springtime Surprise races went on sale at 2pm EST today, and the Expedition Everest 5K showed as sold out within 20 minutes of going live.

The Expedition Everest 5K is a runner-favorite due to the hybrid race/scavenger hunt style of the event. The Springtime Surprise Challenge also sold out within the first 30 minutes.

 

[Naomeri]

runDisney Expedition Everest 5K Sells Out Within Minutes, Runners Flock to Throwback Events

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The Springtime Surprise races went on sale at 2pm EST today, and the Expedition Everest 5K showed as sold out within 20 minutes of going live.

The Expedition Everest 5K is a runner-favorite due to the hybrid race/scavenger hunt style of the event. The Springtime Surprise Challenge also sold out within the first 30 minutes.

So glad I was able to get registered for the challenge before it sold out

 

[koala1966]

runDisney Expedition Everest 5K Sells Out Within Minutes, Runners Flock to Throwback Events

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The Springtime Surprise races went on sale at 2pm EST today, and the Expedition Everest 5K showed as sold out within 20 minutes of going live.

The Expedition Everest 5K is a runner-favorite due to the hybrid race/scavenger hunt style of the event. The Springtime Surprise Challenge also sold out within the first 30 minutes.

As far as I can tell, it went live 10+ minutes early. Between that and my internet crashing as the clock struck 2, I am a little bitter to have it sold out (and they leave you in queue regardless, so you wait a long time only to find out it sold out). I'm sure it will be epic, it was exciting to hear it coming back even for only the one year.

 

[Naomeri]

As far as I can tell, it went live 10+ minutes early. Between that and my internet crashing as the clock struck 2, I am a little bitter to have it sold out (and they leave you in queue regardless, so you wait a long time only to find out it sold out). I'm sure it will be epic, it was exciting to hear it coming back even for only the one year.

You could enter the queue 10-15 minutes before 2pm eastern, but registrations didn’t actually start until the scheduled time. And people who clicked before 2 didn’t actually get in earlier—I had one window that I clicked at about 1:50, and another that I clicked right at 2, and the one from right at 2 finished queueing first, after about 17 minutes.