Disneyland Resort Current Event
It's true: People do poop, a lot, in ride lines at Disneyland and Disney World
By Katie Dowd
Nov 5, 2023
[Please note that while this article, which went viral, quotes our first book, we were not consulted for the article. These sorts of incidents are not a constant problem.]
“Twice in the last month, posters on the Disney World subreddit commented in fury and horror about the cursed things they said they’d seen while waiting in line. ‘I am in the queue for [Rise of the Resistance] - someone let their kid take a dump on the floor and then they just walked out and left it- WTF?’ one wrote recently.
“That fecal sighting was supported almost in real time by a commenter who said they worked at the attraction. ‘For the skeptics… this actually happened. Fun fact: this was one of 3 s—t-related incidents at Rise today. Less fun fact: I was here for all 3 of them,’ a user responded.”
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“Two former Disneyland custodial team workers have also written about this unsavory topic in their book ‘Cleaning the Kingdom: Insider Tales of Keeping Walt’s Dream Spotless.’ In the chapter titled ‘Disgusting Things,’ former ‘cast members’ (as employees are referred to in company parlance) Ken Pellman and Lynn Barron reveal there’s even a name for such happenings: ‘Human Code H.’”
SFGATE
Meet the new family moving into Disneyland’s Adventureland Treehouse
See photos and video of the Adventureland Treehouse inspired by Walt Disney’s Swiss Family Robinson that opens at Disneyland on Nov. 10.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: November 3, 2023
“Walt Disney Imagineering’s Kim Irvine offered a pre-dawn tour of the Adventureland Treehouse inspired by Walt Disney’s Swiss Family Robinson on Friday, Nov. 3 during a media preview of the renovated Disneyland attraction that opens to visitors on Nov. 10.”
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“The centerpiece is once again a water wheel that carries water to every level of the treehouse and adds a burst of kinetic motion to every room. The Disney Archives had the original water wheel from the 1960s Disneyland treehouse sitting in a warehouse. Garner Holt Productions in Redlands was able to take the pieces and create molds to replicate the original Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse water wheel.”
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“The mother’s magical music parlor is filled with a player organ and an animated violin that play by themselves. ‘Swisskapolka’ from the original Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse plays on a constant loop that is almost as hard to get out of your head as ‘It’s a Small World.’”
Orange County Register
All About Disneyland’s NEW Adventureland Treehouse – Photos, Video & Info!
By Dusty Sage -November 9, 2023
MiceChat
Photos: An Up-Close Look at Disneyland’s Adventureland Treehouse
by Tony Betti | Nov 10, 2023
Laughing Place
Breaking News: Disneyland’s Fantasmic Gets A Reopening Date!
By Dusty Sage -November 9, 2023
“Well, now we know exactly when the park intends to reopen the beloved show: May 24, 2024!
“Cast have been told there will be significant changes to the show when it returns, including ‘a thrilling new finale between Sorcerer Mickey and Maleficent.’ They were further told that, ‘Although the dragon figure won’t be part of the show when it returns next spring, there will be plenty of exciting new special effects to wow our Guests.’
“It’s unclear from Disney’s phrasing if a dragon might return at some point in the future, but we do know that parts of the show are being rewritten to accommodate the lack of a dragon figure.”
MiceChat
Disneyland closing ‘Tale of the Lion King’ musical
The stage show will end its run at the Fantasyland Theater with final performances on Jan. 7.
By BRADY MACDONALD
UPDATED: November 1, 2023.
“‘Tale of the Lion King’ will end its run at the Fantasyland Theatre at Disneyland with final performances on Jan. 7, according to Disneyland officials.
“A new show for the Fantasyland Theatre has not been announced. Disneyland continues to look for ways to bring fan-favorite stories and experiences to life, according to Disneyland officials.”
Orange County Register
Earl of Sandwich moving again to make room for Porto’s Bakery at Downtown Disney
Earl of Sandwich will open a temporary pop-up shop this winter in Downtown Disney’s west end near the Star Wars Trading Post.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: November 6, 2023
“Earl of Sandwich will open a temporary pop-up shop this winter in Downtown Disney’s west end, according to the official Disneyland Magic Key Instagram account.
“The latest Earl of Sandwich temporary pop-up shop will be located near the Star Wars Trading Post on the west end of Downtown Disney — not far from the original Earl of Sandwich location.”
Orange County Register
Photos: Construction Nears Finish Line on New Downtown Disney Stage
by Luke Manning | Nov 9, 2023
“The first element of the reimagined west end of Downtown Disney is getting ready to debut, as construction is beginning to wrap up on the new Downtown Disney LIVE! Stage.”
Laughing Place
Snow to Fall Nightly in Downtown Disney Beginning November 24th
by Luke Manning | Nov 9, 2023
“While snow has been falling throughout Disneyland Park for many years now, this year will see the debut of the magical moment in the Downtown Disney District.
“‘Snow’ is scheduled to fall in the Downtown Disney District nightly every half hour from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. between Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio and Black Tap Craft Burgers & Shakes.
“The snowfall moments will begin on November 24th and will happen daily through December 31st.”
Laughing Place
What Cedar Fair-Six Flags $8 billion merger means for Knott’s and Magic Mountain
Knott’s Berry Farm owner Cedar Fair and Magic Mountain owner Six Flags agree to an $8 billion merger of equals that combines the two companies into a North American amusement park juggernaut.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: November 2, 2023
“Knott’s Berry Farm owner Cedar Fair and Magic Mountain owner Six Flags agreed on Thursday, Nov. 2 to an $8 billion merger of equals that will combine the two companies into a North American amusement park juggernaut.
“The combined company will be known as Six Flags once the deal is done.”
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“Together, Cedar Fair and Six Flags will have a portfolio of 27 amusement parks and 15 water parks in the United States, Canada and Mexico that attracted 48 million visitors in the past year.”
Orange County Register
Disneyland’s bigger crowds and higher ticket prices boost company profits
Disney Parks & Experiences operating income increases more than 30% during the company’s fourth quarter.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: November 8, 2023
“Disney Parks & Experiences operating income increased more than 30% during the company’s fourth quarter compared to the prior year, according to a financial report released by Disney on Wednesday, Nov. 8.
“Disney’s fourth quarter covered most of the summer from the beginning of July through the end of September.
“The Disneyland resort saw strong year-over-year growth in both revenue and operating income.
“Disney’s operating income increased in the fourth quarter due to higher attendance, higher average ticket prices and increased guest spending at the Disneyland resort. Sales of the new Disney Vacation Club Villas at the Disneyland Hotel also helped boost income.”
Orange County Register
Disneyland system outage disrupts ticket sales and park reservations
The temporary glitch that impacted the Disneyland website and mobile apps has been resolved.
By BRADY MACDONALD
PUBLISHED: November 7, 2023
“Disneyland visitors and annual passholders who ran into a 404 error code on Tuesday, Nov. 7 due to a system outage can once again purchase tickets and make reservations.”
Orange County Register
Disneyland Update: Sad Departures and Exciting Additions!
By Lilliana Parker -October 30, 2023
“Halloween has arrived at last. But that hasn’t slowed down the relentless march of holiday cheer infiltrating every nook and cranny of the Disneyland Resort. This week, we’ve seen the arrival of exciting announcements, as well as some unfortunate departures. And, of course, there’s no shortage of construction projects keeping the resort in a constant state of change. So, without further ado, let’s start with the end of an era…”
MiceChat
Disneyland Update: Treehouse Triumph, Jungle Turbulence & ToonTown Turmoil
By Dusty Sage -November 6, 2023
“Welcome to our weekly Disneyland update! We’re just a few days away from the start of the Christmas season and there’s a lot happening at The Happiest Place on Earth. This week, get ready to scale a new adventure in a classic location at the rejuvenated Adventureland Treehouse. I got to take an early look and share my thoughts. We also share news about an unexpected detour for the Jungle Cruise. Glimpse the rapid decking of the halls as holiday splendor arrives at Disneyland… but is it also a little tired? and dive into some big construction progress, upcoming refurbishments, and the latest wild news. Grab your mouse ears, folks… it’s time for our weekly Disneyland reality check!”
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