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Walt Disney World – Epcot Changes

Posted on by Jason Dz
Contributing photographer Jason of disneygeek.com sends us these photos. In early December I wrapped up my 2015 Disney Parks World Tour back where it all began for me at Walt Disney World. During 2015 I was able to visit all 11 Disney theme parks in Anaheim, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Paris and Orlando. It had been … Continue reading "Walt Disney World – Epcot Changes"
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Metal Detectors Installed at Walt Disney World Theme Parks

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Walt Disney World has added metal detectors at the entrances to its theme parks as part of new security measures. Initial reports are that guests will be selected randomly for screening with these detectors. The parks have also added special canine units and uniformed security guards to patrol the property. Similar measures are expected to be put in place at Disneyland Resort in California.
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Season of the Force: Star Wars Launch Bay

Posted on by Jeanine Yamanaka
This week, Disneyland debuted a brand-new celebration of all things Star Wars--Season of the Force. Taking place in Tomorrowland, a Star Wars retheming has been given to several of the locations there, including the Carousel Theater... n addition, Star Tours--The Adventures Continue has received a new adventure on the planet Jakku with some debuting characters from the upcoming film "Star Wars: The Force Awakens."
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New Star Wars Experiences Debut in December

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
More new Star Wars experiences are coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios early next year, in addition to those that will begin December 1 as announced in last week's AllEars newsletter: Star Wars Launch Bay, Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple, Path of the Jedi, and an updated Star Tours: The Adventures Continue. Starting January 5, 2016: First Order Stormtroopers will be patrolling the park, interacting with guests as part of their mission to find members of the Resistance The fireworks show called "Symphony in the Stars: A Galactic Spectacular" will be performed nightly. The show will be set to music from all the movies in the Star Wars saga. Star Wars-inspired food and beverage offerings will be available at various locations inside Disney's Hollywood Studios. Various novelty items and specialty foods, such as Blue Milk Panna Cotta, Padawan Limeade, BB-8 Lemon and Butter Cream cupcake, as well as a Han Solo Souvenir Kid's Meal served in a Han Solo-themed bucket, will be offered for purchase. In addition, there will soon be a dessert party during the Star Wars-themed fireworks show that will feature themed desserts, specialty drinks and a souvenir Chewbacca stein.
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Season of the Force Comes to Disneyland November 16

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Season of the Force begins at Disneyland on November 16, 2015. Star Wars Launch Bay, featuring a character greeting area, special exhibits, and peeks of "The Force Awakens", will open that day. Also coming in the near future will be an overlay of Space Mountain: Hyperspace Mountain, a new version of the Jedi Training Academy with characters from Star Wars Rebels, and the introduction of a new scene (inspired by The Force Awakens) into Star Tours - The Adventures Continue. The Tomorrowland Theater will feature scenes from classic Star Wars films, and special food and beverage items will be available for a limited time.
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Encounter with Darth Vader at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Darth Vader menacing young padawans and Scott at the Jedi Training Academy.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/125s, f/5.6, ISO 450, EV 0, 135mm Focal Length. Scott is off to Walt Disney World this weekend and is looking forward to another encounter with Darth Vader at the Jedi Training Academy in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. With all the recent announcements, … Continue reading "Encounter with Darth Vader at Disney’s Hollywood Studios"
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