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Walt Disney Parks Reveals Detailed Model for Star Wars Land at D23 Expo

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Slowly but surely we are starting to get some details of the new Star Wars Land over at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, CA and Disney Hollywood Studios in Orlando, FL. Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Bob Chapek unveiled a first look in the form of an epic, large scale model. The model is currently on display at the D23 Expo in the, “A Galaxy of Stories” pavilion.

Both Star Wars-inspired lands will transport guests to a never-before-seen planet, a remote trading port and one of the last stops before Wild Space, where Star Wars characters and their stories come to life.

Here, guests will find themselves in the middle of the action at two signature attractions: one that lets guests take the controls of Millennium Falcon on a customized secret mission, and an epic Star Wars adventure that puts guests in the middle of a climactic battle between the First Order and the Resistance.

One of the things that I find quite fascinating is how different the two separate entrances will be. One on the Frontierland side you enter through a tunnel right into an area is that is controlled by the First order.

While on the Critter Country side of things is an area that the Resistance has a foothold in. With an A-Wing and an X-Wing docked.

The entire land takes place on a forgotten planet. A Radiator Springs in space if you will. With the invention of light speed, this planet has became less popular as starships just zipped right by while traveling to more popular locations. Which would make this planet a perfect spot for scum and villainy. Or so the story goes.

Star Wars land will open in 2019.

‘Fantasy in the Sky’ Fireworks Show Returns to Disneyland

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If you recall in episode 93 we talked about the rumor of ‘Fantasy in the Sky’ Fireworks show returning to Disneyland. Today, the Disney Parks Blog confirmed this news. Even better news is that it starts tomorrow! However the show is only going to run for a limited time. Most likely this is just a temporary show until they replace it with the new fireworks show for the 60th Diamond celebration. Here are the full details below:

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Beginning tomorrow, Disneyland park guests will have the chance to stroll down memory lane when “Fantasy in the Sky” fireworks returns. This classic Disney Parks nighttime spectacular began lighting up the sky above Sleeping Beauty Castle in 1958, and was last seen in regular performances 2004 – later to be seen in special showings on New Year’s Eve. It has also been featured at Disneyland Paris and Magic Kingdom Park at the Walt Disney World Resort.

“Fantasy in the Sky” returns tomorrow night with its familiar soundtrack, featuring classic Disney tunes, and an all-new fireworks program. Come see this Disney Parks favorite soon, because it will only be presented for a limited time. We’re very excited about everything to come in 2015… stay tuned for more updates!

Frozen Fun Opens with Special Ticket Offer for So Cal Residents at the Disneyland Resort

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Today, Frozen Fun opens up for a “limited time” at Disney California Adventure. Frozen Fun includes “Anna & Elsa’s Royal Welcome,” and “Do you want to Build a Snowman” both inside the Animation building.

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“For the First Time in Forever – A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration” takes over Muppet*Vision 3D while stage 17 hosts, “Olaf’s Snow Fest.” Over at Disneyland the story of Frozen will be told over at the Royal Theatre at the Fantasy Faire. Let’s not forget the new Arendelle models for Storybook Land. [Read more…]