DLW 281: Finishing the Cruise Talk

This week, mobile ordering just got better, Magic Keys are back on sale, unique experiences at Disneyland After Dark, Grad Nite dates are announced, Star Wars announcements, we finish our conversation with Teresa and Vern about their cruise, and more!

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News

A wonderful update has come to the Disneyland mobile app that is set to make mobile ordering so much better! There is now a available now filter that shows locations that have a pickup window of now. No more scrolling through all the options to find the locations to pick up a bite to eat right now. In addition, there is a "near by" filter that will allow guests to see options that are close to their current location to place an order. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/04/new-available-now-filter-and-more-added-to-mobile-ordering-on-disneyland-my-disney-experience-apps/

Weeklyteers who have been waiting to pick up a Magic Key, you are in luck! Magic Key sales resumed Tuesday, April 11th. No word on how long they may be available for, so if you are interested in joining the program, do so sooner rather than later. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/04/10/magic-key-sales-resume-tomorrow-for-disneyland-resort/

Disneyland After Dark: Throwback Nite still has tickets available for April 18th and 20th. Weeklyteers may want to grab a ticket to this event with all the details now released. A TON of character meet and greets, including some rarely or never seen before characters are going to be on hand. These include Mother and Father from the Carousel of Progress, the Tomorrowland Space Couple, Mr. Morrow from Flight to the Moon, and more! This doesn't even touch on all the food and other entertainment like Fantasy in the Sky fireworks! - https://www.instagram.com/p/CqrcaMnraxZ/

The schedule has been released for the Class of 2023 Grad Nites at Disneyland. The dates for this year at Disney California Adventure are May 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 25, 30, and 31, and June 2, 4, 7, 9, 14, and 16th. Tickets range from $99 to $219. - https://www.micechat.com/352741-disneyland-update-tickets-too-high-genie-too-low-stroller-shocker/ - https://www.disneycampus.com/programs/field-trips/dlr/grad-nite-disneyland/

Star Wars fans of all ages, get ready for some exciting updates coming to Star Tours next year! New characters and destinations are being added to Star Tours at Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and Disneyland Paris. No details on the locations or characters just yet, but it will be great to have an update to the attraction that started it all for Star Wars in the parks! - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/04/star-tours-sets-course-for-new-adventures-in-2024/ - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/04/imagineers-tease-more-new-characters-coming-to-star-wars-galaxys-edge/

As part of the remodel and reimagining of Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen, an iconic part of the building has been removed. The sign for the restaurant that featured a large saxaphone was removed last week as the remodel nears completion. - https://www.micechat.com/352741-disneyland-update-tickets-too-high-genie-too-low-stroller-shocker/

We have an opening date for Rogers the Musical coming to the Hyperion Theater this summer! June 30th is the opening date for this limited time musical, based on the Hawkeye Disney+ series Rogers musical. The show will be one act, with a runtime of around 30 minutes. The show will perform Tuesdays through Saturdays, going dark on Sundays and Mondays. In addition to the songs heard in the Hawkeye series, five new original songs will be performed. - https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2023/04/rogers-the-musical-to-premiere-june-30-for-a-limited-time-at-disney-california-adventure-park/

Guests to Star Wars Galaxys Edge are in for a treat if they wanted to try an item from the sequel trilogy. Polystarch Puffbread, the rehydraded bread that Rey had on Jakuu in the Force Awakens has come to the Milk Stand! For $5.99, this treat is overall sweet, with hints of cinnamon. - https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2023/04/08/everyone-wants-to-know-if-this-new-disney-bread-is-gross-it-isnt/

Collectors of the Starbucks themed items have some new options available at the resort. The Disney Parks Starbucks Coffeehouse Collection includes a geometric tumbler with straw for $49.99, a porcelain tumbler for $27.99, a stainless steel bottle for $34.99, and a tall travel mug for $29.99. There is also a tote bag for $24.99 and a keychain with the same design for $14.99. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/04/new-disney-parks-starbucks-coffeehouse-collection-arrives-at-disneyland-resort/

More attraction themed options are showing up around the parks, this time it is for the Enchanted Tiki Room! A new Tiki Room ress is $128 at the Disney Dress Shop in Downtown Disney and Elias and Co. on Buena Vista Street. There is also a Loungefly purse for $75, a hat for $34.99, a button up for $59.99, and matching shorts for $39.99. - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/04/new-enchanted-tiki-room-loungefly-bag-dress-and-more-at-disneyland-resort/ - https://dlnewstoday.com/2023/04/two-new-wild-inspired-minnie-ear-headbands-feature-the-lion-king-and-enchanted-tiki-room-in-disneyland/

For Earth month, Disneyland is emphasizing sustainability around the resort. Reusable cutlery is available at multiple locations listed at the link in the show notes, encouraging guests to reduce food waste by using the green can that goes to the food scraps program at Galactic Grill, Hungry Bear, or Pym Test Kitchen. Paradise Garden Grill has a lot of plant based options for the Food and Wine Festival, along with sustainable culinary demonstrations at the Hollywood Backlot Stage. - https://www.micechat.com/352741-disneyland-update-tickets-too-high-genie-too-low-stroller-shocker/

Discussion Topic

Vern and Teresa talk in-depth of their recent trip on a Disney cruise.