| Tires deflated, pumpkins are carved, and subs reopened. Yes, it’s the MiceChat Round up of Disney and Theme Park news and information. It seems that Luigi’s Flying Tires attraction could very well be on its way out at Disney California Adventure. Was the new Fantasyland at Walt Disney Worlds Magic Kingdom worth the wait? We ask the question here on the forums. Do you know what is coming to Tokyo Disney Seas next year? That’s answered here too. We have all of this plus the newest videos from MiceTube and the great podcasts from the MicePod.Don’t forget that this is your last chance to purchase tickets to the MiceChat Dark Harbor event! |
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AN ALL NEW MICECHAT PODCAST IS HERE! The MiceChat crew returns to Disneyland to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the Haunted Mansion and ponder the upcoming enhancements to the Fantasyland dark rides. As Disneyland prepares to celebrate its 60th anniversary, there’s lots for us to talk and speculate about. So, join Doug, David and Dusty as we take you for a walk in the park. It’s an amazing audio adventure. Then, we’ll transport you to Scare LA, where Disney Legends Bob Gurr and Alice Davis have a few things to say about the amazing Haunted Mansion. Be sure to stick through for the very end of the show for a special surprise!
Profits from the sale of every bottle of refreshing O-Zell soda supports the restoration of theWalt Disney Birthplace in Chicago. Pick up some delicious Victorian style natural soda AND help a great cause at the same time: O-Zell Soda For a special treat, listen to the O-Zell jingle here: O-Zell Soda Song
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The Castle drawbridge can no longer be raised , railings going up
After nearly 60 years, current Disneyland management has decided that THE iconic symbol at Disneyland is not safe enough for guests. Seating has been removed and the drawbridge is now permanently affixed, and soon additional safety railings will be added to the castle bridge. Will the next step involve bubble wrapping the entire castle?
Finding Nemo’s Submarine Voyage has resurfaced – Video included
Nemo can be found again, now that Finding Nemo Subs are open again! If you are unable to visit Disneyland, you can still see a video of the refurbished attraction, here!
My First Trip Report – Three Days at the Happiest Place on Earth and a ’33’ Surprise!
The Lanky Mermaid and family spend a few days at the Grand Californian and the Disneyland Resort to celebrate a couple of birthdays!
Nail art any one?
Who doesn’t love Nail Art? Boisemice has posted some amazing photos of their artwork inspired by Disney!
Another Capt. Hook Trip Report for Sept. 28th, 2014 plus a surprise friend
Capt Hook has another great trip report but this time has a few surprises on his journey!
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Restored Film: Swan Boats and Adventureland Steel Drum Band in ’75 Style
Love Disney vintage anything? Well, wdwms brings us another restored fantastic WDW film from 1975 including a ride on the Swan Boats!
Mickeys not so scary Halloween party!
Can you believe October is just around the corner? We can’t, but figge411 brings us a look at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party
Was It Worth the Wait
It took 20 years to utilize the space in Fantasyland with new attractions and Imagineer45 is wondering if it was worth the wait.
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Lego Ratatouille!
Cedric Di Piero has reproduced the central plaza and the Parisian façades (from Ratatoiulle) with Lego Digital Designer.
New TDR Podcast
DreamSweetsLove and some other Tokyo Disney Resort fans have put together a podcast for the resort.
King Triton’s Concert Will Reopen the Mermaid Lagoon Theater on April 24 Next Year
Fukai brings us information about a new show at Tokyo DisneySea, King Triton’s Concert.

Knott’s Scary Farm – Impressive Maze from Voodoo and Special Ops Infected etc.
First up is a series of videos from Knott’s Scary Farm posted by SoCallbma.
DTH’s Horror Nights Reign Till Dawn vs. An American In the Flesh in 3-Peat-D (Review)
No pictures, but a very detailed trip report of Universal Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights from dth316.
HHN Trip Report 9/26 & 9/27
explodingboy also has a trip report from Universal Hollywood.
California’s Great America Halloween Haunt opening night.
RegionsBeyond has a report from California’s Great America in Santa Clara.
Welcome to this week’s Communicore Weekly, where we talk about Universal Hollywood Horror Night, Contemporary Fact, Hook’s Revenge, and Dinosaur! TRIP REPORT! – Jeff talks about his recent trip to Universal Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights in the Trip Report! ONE LITTLE FACT! – George knows you about the Contemporary Resort in One Little Fact! BOOK OF THE WEEK! – George and Jeff travel to Neverland in Hook’s Revenge for the Book of the Week! FIVE LEGGED GOAT! – And finally, the Dino Institute is this week’s Five Legged Goat!
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Window to the Magic:
Enjoy the sounds of the park on our weekly journeys into the wonderful world of the Disney sound experience!
Dead Man’s DIEgest:
On this episode of the Dead Man’s DIEgest we bring you ALL the announcements for the Houses and Scarezones for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood.
The Season Pass: The Essential Theme Park Podcast: The Season Pass is celebrating the 45th anniversary of the beloved Disneyland classic, The Haunted Mansion. Doug Barnes, Brent Young, Robert Coker, and Theme Park Adventure’s Rick West sits with Disney Legend Alice Davis to discuss her career in Walt Disney Imagineering, stories of Walt and Roy Disney, creating the Haunted Mansion & Pirates of the Caribbean, the difficulties of working as a strong woman in the industry, and of course, many beautiful stories of her late husband, Disney Legend Mark Davis.
Disney Avenue Podcast: On this episode of the Disney Avenue Podcast, host Keith Michael Mahne has a wonderful conversation with famous author, Disney historian and the “go to” guy on Walt and all things Disney for that matter, Mr. Jim Korkis. Jim has one of the best personalities around and is full of fantastic stories and insights on Walt and the company.
Mousetalgia! – An Unofficial Disneyland Podcast Marc Davis: Walt’s Renaissance Man: Animators Andreas Deja and Bob Kurtz recently visited the Walt Disney Family Museum to host a presentation about Marc’s technique, work, and influence – as well as his fine art and Papua New Guinnea studies (and we even have a special exclusive guest appearance by Alice Davis!) Next, Kristen attends the D23 Fanniversary event in Seattle, Washington, and offers her own review of the event, the attendees, and the moments that stood out to her.
DoomBuggies Spook Show: Disney Legend Alice Davis joins the DoomBuggies Spook Show this week to talk about her late legendary husband Marc Davis, who was one of Walt Disney’s original Nine Old Men and was largely responsible for the majority of the scenes and gags in the Haunted Mansion. Alice talks about Marc’s childhood and early art, and explains why Walt selected him to become an Imagineer, and some of Marc’s artistic aspirations. Also, Jeff’s new book has been published – “The Unauthorized Story of Walt Disney’s Haunted Mansion,” from Theme Park Press and now available on Amazon in paperback and Kindle versions.
The Sweet Spot: In this Episode we welcome former Disneyland cast member Vern Hoiland. Vern was hired into Disneyland in 1969 and retired in 2006. Vern saw a lot fo changes over the years from managment, park changes, his own changes in roles, and much more. This is a great interview if you want to learn about how it was working in Disneyland as far back as 1969. Plus, we’ll look at the latest in the Disneyland Resort news with Tommy. Enjoy and please visit our new website www.thesweepspot.com
Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast: On this show we answer Allison from North Carolina’s question about visiting the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, we then bring you the latest news and rumours. After taking a quick break, Darren and Hunter talk to us about their trip to Lombards at Universal Studios Florida, we share a live trip report from listener Craig Lucas and wrap up by letting you know about Micechat.com’s “invasion of Orlando”.
Explore the Watery World at Marineland Florida
If you’ve ever driven along A1A between Daytona Beach and St. Augustine, you’ve probably gone through the small town of Marineland. It is in this sleepy Florida town where the world of modern aquariums, dolphin research, and indeed the entire field of oceanography began.
- Knotts Scary Farm Review: Monsters Unleashed
- Disneyland’s Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage resurfaces as Big Hero 6 lands in Tomorrowland
- Icon Abuse: Mark Twain Crumbles Due to Neglect at Disneyland Paris
- Disney Cruise Line Sets Sail for Frozen Norway
Disney’s Legendary Frontier
MiceChat reader, Nick Tierce, sent us the following article in honor of the last day of Disneyland’s Legends of Frontierland game. If you’ve got a bit of time to spare today (September 27, 2014), stop by Frontierland and check out the festivities.
- Universal Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights and MiceChat scared up some fun!
- Jeff and George Review Hook’s Revenge by Schulz
- Dedicated to Disneyland Paris Podcast: Big News Month
- Yesterland: The Happiest Faces On Earth
- Queen Mary Dark Harbor Event Getting Bigger and Better
- Show your Spooky Side at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party
- Hollywood Studios News and Rumors
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