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Disney Announces Massive Expansion for Disneyland Paris

February 27, 2018 By Daniel Hale

Press Release:

Disneyland Paris Announcement

Today, Chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company Robert A. Iger announced plans for a 2 billion euro, multi-year expansion for Disneyland Paris alongside French President Emmanuel Macron at the Palais de l’Elysée in Paris. The new development will include a transformation of the Walt Disney Studios Park, adding three new areas that are based on Marvel, Frozen and Star Wars, along with multiple new attractions and live entertainment experiences.

The expansion plan is one of the most ambitious development projects at Disneyland Paris since its opening in 1992 and underscores the Company’s commitment to the long-term success of the resort as Disney’s brand beacon in Europe.

“We’re very excited about the future of Disneyland Paris and continue to invest in its long-term success,” said Robert A. Iger, chairman and chief executive officer of The Walt Disney Company. “The resort is already the leading tourist destination in Europe, and the transformative expansion we announced today will add even more of our beloved characters and unparalleled storytelling to create new lands, attractions and entertainment that further elevate the guest experience and drive new opportunities for tourism in this dynamic region.”

The new areas will infuse some of Disney’s most popular stories and characters into this unique destination, building upon the success of the resort’s 25th Anniversary celebration and continuing to enhance the guest experience for millions of Europeans.

With over 320 million visits since 1992 and representing 6.2 percent of France’s tourism income, Disneyland Paris has played a key leadership role in tourism for the region. The resort continues to be a powerful driver of economic and social development with over 16,000 employees representing 100 nationalities. This investment will help make the region even more dynamic and appealing and open up more opportunities for French and European citizens in the tourism industry.

The multi-year development will roll out in phases beginning in 2021, significantly expanding the Walt Disney Studios Park. In addition to the three new areas, the creative vision includes a new lake, which will be the focal point for entertainment experiences and will also connect each of the new park areas.

In the spring of 2017, Disneyland Paris kicked off its 25th Anniversary celebration including new entertainment and experiences for guests. The resort also completed a two-year refurbishment program, updating and renovating many of the classic attractions in the parks, as well as opening multiple new entertainment shows such as Mickey and the Magician, which won a 2017 International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions theme park industry award for “Best Theatrical Production.” Additionally, several major renovations took place at the resort’s hotels including Disney’s Newport Bay Club, which is now a four-star hotel.

Just this month, Disneyland Paris announced plans for a new Marvel-themed attraction that will be coming to the Walt Disney Studios, part of the new Marvel area development. In 2020, the resort will open Disney’s Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel, a reimagining of Disney’s Hotel New York that will showcase the inspiring worlds of Iron Man, The Avengers, and Spider-Man, among others. And this summer, the Marvel Summer of Super Heroes seasonal event will take place at Disneyland Paris, where guests can meet their favourite heroes and experience new live entertainment.

Filed Under: Articles, Disney Press Release, News/Rumors Tagged With: Disneyland Paris, Frozen, Marvel, Star Wars

Episode 140 – This Is Not Going To Go The Way You Think!

December 26, 2017 By Daniel Hale

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This episode the guys talk about Star Wars! We give our non-spoiler review of The Last Jedi. Plus we talk about Star Wars: Galaxies Edge and Star Tours. As well as Pixar Pier, Epcot rumors, and more. Oh and we rant on about sappy movies and Disneyland social clubs.

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Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: 20 Century Fox, Disney California Adventure, disneyland, Epcot, Podcast, Social Clubs, Star Wars, The Last Jedi

Star Wars Villain Kylo Ren will be Arriving at Disneyland

January 15, 2016 By Daniel Hale

Per the Disney Parks Blog:

Star Wars: The Force Awakens has become a global phenomenon, and soon guests at Disneyland will be able to interact with one of the film’s most intriguing new characters, Kylo Ren.

Soon, a visit to Star Wars Launch Bay at Disneyland will transport you to the Star Wars galaxy for an encounter with Kylo Ren on the bridge of his First Order Star Destroyer.

As seen in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Kylo Ren is a dark warrior with a mysterious past. Ren is strong with the Force and serves as a leader of the First Order, seeking to destroy the New Republic, the Resistance and the legacy of the Jedi.

Star Wars Launch Bay was designed to showcase a variety of Star Wars characters over time. In addition to Kylo Ren, you may also come across a garrison of First Order Stormtroopers or the heroic Wookiee, Chewbacca, holed up in a secret Resistance base.

The portal from Star Wars Launch Bay to Kylo Ren’s Star Destroyer opens at Disneyland park and at Disney’s Hollywood Studios next month.

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Episode 87 – Frozen T Party

August 27, 2014 By Daniel Hale

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This episode the guys takes a look at the latest Disneyland Rumours. Frozen Christmas stuff in DCA? Marvel Rockin Roller Coaster? Star Wars destroying Toon Town Alderaan style? We discuss it! Plus we our bi-weekly visit to the Main Street Newsstand. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: D23 Expo, Disney California Adventure, disneyland, Frozen, Marvel, Podcast, Star Wars, toontown

Episode 47 – Earl of Lightsabers

November 8, 2012 By Daniel Hale

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The DisGeek crew discuss the Disney purchase of Lucasfilm and Star Wars. We also interview the Daws Brothers who created the short film Missing in the Mansion.  We also are also going to have a small contest, listen for details. We also have our Tip of the Week and we visit the Main Street Newsstand. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: Candlelight Processional, Daws Brothers, Disney California Adventure, disneyland, Jingle Jangle Jamboree, Lucasfilm, Missing in the Mansion, Star Wars, Tom Hanks

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