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15 things you never knew about Disneyland’s Matterhorn Bobsleds

SANTA ANA, Calif. — Fans of Disneyland’s first E-Ticket attraction that ascends an icy slope and throttles through snowy chutes will be without their favorite high-speed thrill ride as Matterhorn Bobsleds undergoes an extensive overhaul over the next few weeks.

The Orange County Register

Robin Abcarian: Disneyland may be overpriced and crowded. But there's no escaping it

I almost spit out my coffee last week when I read that Disneyland has introduced a new annual pass with a top price of $1,600. (Well, $1,599, but who's counting?)

Los Angeles Times

Disneyland annual pass holders can renew soon — but it will cost more

LOS ANGELES, — Disneyland annual pass holders who have been itching to renew their expiring passes will soon get the chance to do so, but with two less-than-magical caveats.

Los Angeles Times

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Disney Says Disneyland’s Facebook, Instagram Accounts Hacked

Disneyland Resort's Facebook and Instagram accounts were hacked earlier on Thursday with a series of inappropriate posts that were subsequently taken down, Walt Disney Co (DIS.N) said. "We worked quickly to remove the reprehensible content, secure our accounts, and our security teams are conducting an investigation," the entertainment giant said…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Shanghai Disneyland Theme Park Re-Opens after Three-Month Closure

More than a thousand visitors streamed in on Thursday as Walt Disney Co's Shanghai Disney Resort theme park opened after a closure of three months, with face masks and social distancing the order of the day. The park shut on March 21 as cases rose in the Chinese business hub,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Shanghai Disneyland theme park re-opens after three-month closure

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How Disneyland updated ‘Fantasmic’ and ‘World of Color’ special effects

Disneyland used the downtime during the two-year pandemic pause of “World of Color” and “Fantasmic” to refurbish and update the hundreds of technological elements and special effects of the nighttime spectaculars that are often submerged under water.

The Orange County Register

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Disneyland pauses Magic Key annual pass sales as summer crowding begins

The Disneyland Resort has paused the sale of all annual passes as the theme park works to control crowding at the start of the busy summer travel season.

Los Angeles Times

Disney labels rainbow merchandise 'Pride Collection' for the first time: 'This is how it's done!'

For years, Walt Disney Co. has courted LGBTQ+ visitors to its theme parks, selling rainbow-colored souvenirs and hosting groups that organize annual "Gay Days" celebrations.

Los Angeles Times

Native American man calls out Disney for teepee theme park display

‘I still don’t understand why Disney thinks it’s okay’, said viewer of viral video

The Independent UK

How Disney found its pride – and riled the American right

Once known for its ‘traditional’ values, the entertainment giant is battling US conservatives over an anti-gay bill. Indeed the House of Mouse has had a long relationship with the LGBTQ+ community

The Guardian - UK

Disney parks boss on diversity, preventing division and Disneyland's Electrical Parade return

Disneyland, a rite of passage for many Southern Californians, celebrated its second proper grand opening a year ago this week on April 30. After a pandemic-induced closure of just over 13 months, a park that since 1955 has put forth the argument that there is a better, more triumphant version…

Los Angeles Times

Disney ‘metaverse’ begins to take shape

LOS ANGELES — Walt Disney Co. has brought its characters to life in its theme parks and expanded its franchises through streaming services.

Los Angeles Times

Disneyland drops one of its last masking requirements

Disneyland will no longer require most visitors to wear a mask after dropping one of its last remaining mandates.

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Enjoy a session of kitesurfing at ICONSIAM

This is the last chance for adults and kids to enjoy kite surfing at ICONSIAM Summer Kite Playground 2022 which takes place from 4pm to 8pm until Sunday.

Chicago Sun-Times

Character hugs returning to Disney parks, cruises

Guests will once again be able to get close to Mickey, Minnie and other Disney characters for photos, autographs and hugs.

Los Angeles Times

Disney had a tight-lipped employee culture. Then Florida happened

On Tuesday morning, an extraordinary scene unfolded on the Burbank lot of Walt Disney Co.

Los Angeles Times

The Disneyland experiments that influenced Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser

LOS ANGELES — Before Walt Disney World's Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, there was chaos in Disneyland's Frontierland.

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Manchester Evening News

Katie McGlynn jokes Disneyland has 'ruined' her as she relives childhood memories

Former Coronation Street Katie headed off to the magical theme park in Paris

Evening Standard

RIBA London Awards 2022: house inspired by Disneyland ride and neo-Gothic cottage up for top London architectural awards

The shortlist for the RIBA London Awards 2022 has been announced, with a Disneyland-inspired extension in Sydenham and a mock Tudor house in Surbiton among contenders.

Benzinga

Vaccinated Patrons Can Now Enjoy Disneyland Without Face Masks

The Walt Disney Co (NYSE:DIS) looks to make face coverings optional for fully vaccinated guests indoors and outdoors at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts from February 17. Those who are not fully vaccinated will continue wearing face coverings in all indoor locations at its parks in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Face coverings…

Los Angeles Times

Disneyland to lift indoor mask mandate for vaccinated visitors starting Thursday

With California on the verge of officially relaxing its statewide universal indoor masking mandate as the Omicron coronavirus wave continues to recede, Disneyland will no longer require vaccinated visitors to wear face coverings indoors beginning later this week.

Los Angeles Times

At Sundance, Abigail Disney calls out corporate greed. Beginning with Disney

LOS ANGELES — For the last few years, Abigail Disney has waged an often bitter public campaign against the company that bears her last name, calling out Walt Disney Co. for what she sees as its egregious pay inequality.

Daily Mirror

Disneyland Paris to open Avengers Campus for superhero fans in summer 2022

Disneyland Paris has confirmed its Avengers Campus will open in summer 2022 with plenty of Marvel superhero appearances, new attractions, restaurants and a shop

Daily Mirror

Disneyland Paris 30th anniversary plans revealed with new shows and attractions

Disneyland Paris 30th anniversary celebrations kick off in March 2022 and the theme park is marking the milestone in style with new shows, special food and drink, and heaps more surprises for guests

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