The 2019 D23 Expo was held in Anaheim on August 23 through 25. It’s a bi-annual convention, and it takes place at the Anaheim Convention Center, which is very close to Disneyland. Since my daughter and I were covering the convention for Disney Dining and Disney Tips, we needed a place to stay. Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel offered to host ...
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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Media Event at Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is the most ambitious expansion ever at any of the Disney Parks. After all, people (myself included) have been dreaming of living out their own Star Wars experience since 1977! I have been lucky enough to visit Galaxy’s Edge on both coasts. I’ve shared lots of information; from official events, as a regular guest, and as ...
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When looking for a place to stay at Walt Disney World, there are plenty of places to consider on property. The same is not true at Disneyland Resort in California. At Disneyland, there are only three Disney owned hotels. That makes it a lot more confusing to find the right place. If you are researching accommodations near Disneyland, consider Anaheim ...
Read More »Day 3 of the D23 Expo
Missed Day One and/or Day Two of the D23 Expo? Click here! One of the most exciting panels at each D23 Expo is the one that features Disney Parks and Resorts. This year it was called Sneak Peek! Disney Parks, Experiences and Products, and it was packed full of information. One of the most anticipated bits of news was what ...
Read More »Day Two of the D23 Expo
Did you miss Day One of the D23 Expo? Click here! The major panel at the second day of the D23 Expo was called Go Behind the Scenes with The Walt Disney Studios. The panel gives those who attend a sneak peek at upcoming projects. Filming and pictures are not allowed at the panel. This year, the final installment of ...
Read More »Day One of the D23 Expo
The first day of the D23 Expo is in the books! The bi-annual convention for all things Disney is held at the Anaheim Convention Center. This is the sixth time that it has taken place. My daughter and I are here, trying our best to cover the convention and take it all in. The day started off with the ...
Read More »A Few Thoughts About My Passholder Preview of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge does not open until Thursday, August 29, but plenty of people have already enjoyed the new land. Cast Member Previews were held at the beginning of the month, and then Passholder Previews started. In order to qualify for a Passholder Preview, you needed to be a Platinum, Platinum Plus, or Premier Passholder. Spots were gone within ...
Read More »The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Is Right Around the Corner at Walt Disney World
The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is quickly approaching. It will begin this year on August 29, which is the same day that Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens. It will run until November 23, making it the longest Food & Wine Festival in Walt Disney World history! On August 16 I was invited for a media sneak peek at ...
Read More »Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Is Underway at Walt Disney World!
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is underway! I was part of a hosted media group for the first party of 2019 on August 16. Since a lot of what we were doing was gathering content I didn’t really experience the party as a “normal” guest. Still, I had a great time, and I think that this year is the best Mickey’s ...
Read More »The NBA Experience Is Open at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World
A brand new attraction is open at Disney Springs. The NBA Experience held its Grand Opening on August 12. There were plenty of NBA and WNBA superstars on hand to celebrate the day, including Grant Hill and Kareen Abdul-Jabbar. Also in attendance were CEO of The Walt Disney Company, Bob Iger, and Adam Silver, who is the current NBA Commissioner. ...
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