Pictured: a passenger gantry is added to the Falcon Heavy launch tower in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. HAWTHORNE, CA — Exciting news from SpaceX founder Elon Musk and Disney Parks and Resorts and Spas chairman Bob Chapek. They announced today that visitors to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge can to actually travel to outer space! Musk…
It’s the next step in a natural progression. GLENDALE, CA — Thanks to leaks from within Disney Imagineering headquarters, we now know what the next Soarin’ destination will be: the Solar System! The original Soarin’ Over California ride experience was enhanced slightly with computer graphics. Artificial elements included clouds, fireworks, Tinker Bell, and making Michael…
Disney’s commitment to “going green” impacts ride construction. WALT DISNEY WORLD, FL & ANAHEIM, CA — Paper straws have already been spotted at Disneyland, and will soon appear in all Disney Parks and Resorts. It’s just the first part of the Disney Company’s commitment to environmental friendliness — because soon, everything in the parks will…
The music, fireworks, and character spectacular will take us into Yosemite Sam’s imagination. VALENCIA, CA — “Be there as the forces of good and evil battle it out in Yosemite Sam’s dream during this extravagant open-air nighttime musical.” That’s how Six Flags describes their new live-action outdoor show, Sam-Fram-Tasmic! According to the press release, Sam and…
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The artwork is temporary, but the tarp is permanent. ANAHEIM, CA — Officials at the Disneyland Resort and Spa confirmed today that the tarp in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle is permanent. Once the castle repairs are completed, it will become the screen for the new Disneyland IMAX Theater. The theater will host first-run movies…