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I have more Disney Cruise content in development! I’m heading to a preview of the new Disney Destiny that sails to the Caribbean. Can’t wait to show you around!

5 days ago | [YT] | 11

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Sip and Savor Pass prices are out now!
$46 for General
$46 for Magic Key

The Sip and Savor Pass at Disney California Adventure’s Festival of Holidays is an optional prepaid pass that lets you sample select snacks and dishes at festival marketplaces. Each pass includes six tabs that can be redeemed for individual items at the marketplace kiosks throughout the park, as well as at select quick-service restaurants. It’s not required, but if you plan to try several higher-priced dishes, the pass can save you money compared to paying for each item individually.

Tips for Using a Sip and Savor Pass: To get the most value, use your tabs on the more expensive savory dishes rather than on cheaper desserts or drinks. You can share one pass among friends or family, and it’s valid throughout the entire festival—so there’s no need to use all the tabs in one day. In general, aim for items priced at $8.17 or more to make the pass worth it, or $7.67 or more if you’re a Magic Key holder. Also note that some quick-service locations may offer smaller portions when you redeem items using the Sip and Savor Pass.

1 week ago | [YT] | 25

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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has officially reopened at Disneyland! There wasn’t an announced return date, but after a couple weeks of testing I had a feeling it would be back any day now. Glad to have my favorite coaster back!

Plus, Deadpool is returning to Disneyland this holiday season 🎄
Catch all the details in my latest update video:

2 weeks ago | [YT] | 5

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BOOKING SOON! Mickey’s Christmas Carol Feast – Dinner will run from November 17, 2025, through January 6, 2026, join Mickey Mouse, Scrooge McDuck and beloved Disney friends as they come together to celebrate the holidays with a yuletide feast! Savor festive fare, share laughter and good cheer, and create unforgettable memories.

Dinner – 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Bookings open Oct 2, 2025. Though a time hasn’t been released, it’s usually between 10 AM and- 12 PM for these types of events. But you may have to check checking throughout the morning.

Pricing and more info: disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/grand-californian-…

2 months ago | [YT] | 29

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Disneyland Magic Key holders can pick up this complimentary pin set during Oogie Boogie Bash! Find it under the Silly Symphony Swings during the event hours as well as themed photo ops.

3 months ago | [YT] | 37

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Disney Store dropped a bunch of Halloween items! It sounds like more will be rolling out daily! 🎃

Check it out (affiliate): shopstyle.it/l/cte5c

3 months ago | [YT] | 17

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UPDATE: Disneyland August 2025! We now have a reopening date for Incredicoaster and updates to some show schedules. It’s a quick update with all the essentials—check it out!

3 months ago | [YT] | 2

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50K! Thank you all so much for subscribing, I just hit 50,000 subs. I seriously appreciate it! Is there any type of content you’d like to see more of—or something new you’d want me to try?

4 months ago | [YT] | 26

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Goofy’s Kitchen Celebrates Halloween at the Disneyland Hotel will start booking tomorrow, July 10! You can book your reservation and see more information here: disneyland.disney.go.com/dining/disneyland-hotel/g…

4 months ago | [YT] | 8

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DISNEY WORLD: Test Track reopens on July 22, and that means changes are coming to Lightning Lane—plus special previews for Disney Vacation Club Members and Annual Passholders!

🎢 Annual Passholders: Make your park reservations now! You can preview the new Test Track from July 13–19 (excluding July 17) ahead of the grand reopening on July 22. Join the virtual queue at 7 AM or 1 PM with a valid park reservation. If the day you want is already booked, you can start at a different park and try for the 1 PM virtual queue.

🏁 Disney Vacation Club Members get early access on July 12—but you must have a hotel reservation booked before July 6. Registration opens on July 8, and you’ll receive an email with the details.

When Test Track officially opens on July 22, there won’t be a virtual queue. Instead, you can use the standby line or book a Lightning Lane with Multi Pass. Lightning Lane changes for EPCOT start that same day—Soarin’ will move down to Group 2.

4 months ago | [YT] | 12