Disney News: New York Land & Sea Combo, New Cirque Show & More

Here are some of the latest updates to come from the various Disney Destinations we proudly represent.

ADD 2018 ADVENTURES BY DISNEY NEW YORK CITY LONG WEEKEND TO SELECT DISNEY MAGIC SAILINGS

You can enhance their Disney Cruise Line vacation with a pre-cruise Adventures by Disney® New York City guided tour. You can experience a one-of-a-kind adventure into America’s melting pot of culture and cuisine. There is so much to see and do – from touring Harlem and attending a Disney Broadway musical to visiting the studios of Good Morning America and more!

You may add the Adventures by Disney New York City Long Weekend, which is 3-night, 4-day package that can be booked independently or in conjunction with a Disney Cruise Line vacation.

The 2018 New York City Short Escape for Select Disney Magic Cruises will be offered on the following dates:

Oct. 10, 2018 (prior to Oct.13 sailing)
Oct. 16, 2018 (prior to Oct.19 sailing)
Oct. 26, 2018 (prior to Oct. 29 sailing)
Oct. 31, 2018(prior to Nov. 3 sailing)
Nov. 7, 2018 (prior to Nov.10 sailing)
Nov. 14, 2018 (prior to Nov. 17 sailing)

WORKING MODEL OF PIXAR PIER SHOWS NEWLY THEMED AREAS COMING SUMMER 2018 TO DISNEY CALIFORNIA ADVENTURE PARK

Coming summer 2018, Pixar Pier will transform the southern shore of Paradise Bay at Disney California Adventure® Park with whimsical neighborhoods filled with characters from some of your favorite Pixar stories.

Featuring newly themed attractions, foods and merchandise, this area will introduce new neighborhoods representing beloved Pixar stories. The neighborhood inspired by “The Incredibles” will be anchored by the Incredicoaster, which will feature a new mid-century-modern-style loading area inspired by the Parr family home as seen in the upcoming “Incredibles 2.”

Another of the neighborhoods will be a celebration of many favorite Pixar stories. In this neighborhood, each of the 24 gondolas on what is now Mickey’s Fun Wheel will feature different pairs of Pixar pals, and at the Games of the Boardwalk, all of the midway games will be inspired by characters from films such as “a bug’s life,” “WALL·E” and the Pixar short “La Luna.”

Pixar Pier will open summer 2018, during the first-ever Pixar Fest celebration, which begins April 13, 2017. The celebration will include the new “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular” fireworks spectacular as well as the return of Pixar Play Parade and “Paint the Night” parade, and much more throughout the entire Disneyland® Resort.

NEW CIRQUE DU SOLEIL SHOW IN DEVELOPMENT FOR DISNEY SPRINGS

As we’ve previously shared, La Nouba by Cirque du Soleil® took its final bow at Disney Springs® at Walt Disney World on New Year’s Eve. As the curtain closes on this fan favorite, it’s fitting that we share some exciting news about the future of the long-lasting relationship between Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group and Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. Nearly twenty years after teaming up to bring La Nouba to the stage, the two entertainment companies are working together on a new collaboration.

This original show will be created by Cirque du Soleil and will pay homage to Disney’s rich history of animation, with a vivid story told in a way that only Cirque du Soleil can deliver. Daniel Lamarre, President and CEO of Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, elaborated, sharing “We are incredibly inspired by Disney’s immense creative universe. We are convinced that bringing Disney’s magic to life on stage will touch audiences and bring them back to their childhood.”

An opening date for the new show has not been announced. We’ll share details here as they are finalized.

DISNEY CRUISE LINE AND ADVENTURES BY DISNEY RIVER CRUISING EARN TOP AWARDS FROM CRUISE CRITIC EDITORS

We’re thrilled to share that the editors of Cruise Critic have selected Disney Cruise Line and Adventures by Disney® for three top honors in their 10th annual Cruise Critic Editors’ Picks Awards.

Disney Cruise Line earned the top spots in the Best Entertainment and Best for Families categories while Adventures by Disney earned Best for Families in the River Cruising category.

According to one Cruise Critic editor, “With all the magic of The Mouse behind it, Disney Cruise Line features some of the most enchanting spectacles afloat, including at-sea fireworks, interactive art and phenomenal production shows.”

Another editor said, “Adventures by Disney charters AmaWaterways vessels and rebrands them for selected sailings, turning a traditional river ship into a fun-filled family cruise. Highlights include family-specific programming and thoughtful shore excursions such as a tree canopy walk or apple strudel making.”

Awards like these are a true testament to the magical experience the Cast and Crew Members create each and every day. When would you like to get onboard and experience it yourself?

THE HALL OF PRESIDENTS REOPENS AT THE WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT AFTER YEAR-LONG TRANSFORMATION

Following a year-long transformation, The Hall of Presidents officially reopened at Magic Kingdom® Park at Walt Disney World on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2017, with enhancements that will bring the story of the American presidency to life as never before. The epic theatrical production was envisioned by Walt Disney himself to honor the country by honoring the presidents of the United States.

This endeavor began with a single animated figure of President Abraham Lincoln that was developed for the 1964-65 New York World’s Fair. In 1971, advances in technology made it possible for Imagineers to make Walt Disney’s vision a reality by including every chief executive who ever served the United States of America.

The history of innovation at The Hall of Presidents continues to this day. In addition to updating the show’s content, Imagineers have incorporated the latest in theatrical design and Audio-Animatronics technology. Landmark moments in history come alive on a panoramic 180-degree screen that transports guests across more than 200 years of the American story. High-impact projection, sound, lighting and other enhancements take guests into rare and indelible moments in history that helped define a nation.

As has been the tradition with every new president since the attraction debuted, an Audio-Animatronics figure of President Donald J. Trump has been added to the show and features the latest advances in technology that enable smoother and more lifelike movements. President Trump personally recorded remarks exclusively for The Hall of Presidents, just as each sitting president has done for the attraction since the early 1990s.

Rich in innovative storytelling and tradition, The Hall of Presidents carries a legacy and passion for American history that has been part of Disney Parks for more than 50 years.