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Welcome to Episode 43 of Dateline Mousetalgia! In this week's episode, we share our experiences trying to get no-cost reservations to Galaxy's Edge, and will review the Star Wars-inspired May the 4th offerings that were available in Tomorrowland, including the return of Hyperspace Mountain! We also cover the Marvel-themed Disneyland After Dark Heroes Assemble special events that took place in Disney California Adventure. Next, we head to Downtown Disney to take a look at the Pop-Up Disney! A Mickey Celebration experience, and provide a trip report from Black Tap Craft Burgers and Shakes! Plus, a look at the newly opened Carthay Circle Lounge outdoor patio dining and Fancy Nancy's arrival in DCA!

In Episode 42 of Dateline Mousetalgia, we're talking all about magical experiences guests have encountered at Disneyland Resort! Piloting the Mark Twain Riverboat on the Rivers of America, riding up front on the Disneyland Railroad in the tender seat, being a rebel spy on Star Tours, even becoming an Honorary Member of the Dapper Dans— there are many unique experiences to be had! We'll also discuss the new Ramone's Serv-Ice Station in Disney California Adventure's Cars Land and recap the Disney Channel Fan Fest. Plus, this month's refurbishment schedule, the Disneyland app's new look, and Galaxy's Edge reservation timeslots!

Welcome to Episode 41 of Dateline Mousetalgia! In this week's episode, we talk about the "Aladdin" sneak peek now showing at the Main Street Opera House, the new Oogie Boogie Bash - A Disney Halloween Party coming to DCA, Earth Day in Disneyland, and the just-announced Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway, scheduled to arrive in 2022 in Mickey's Toontown! Plus, there are a lot of Project Stardust and overall construction updates to cover. We'll visit the Star Wars Launch Bay in Tomorrowland where we ran into the likes of Rey, Chewbacca, Boba Fett, and Darth Vader! As far as Galaxy's Edge Black Spire Outpost, information regarding how to get a reservation to visit Batuu has just been announced, and there are lots of interesting updates from Star Wars Celebration, which recently took place in Chicago!

We're reporting live from Disneyland during Spring Dapper Day weekend for Episode 40 of Dateline Mousetalgia! First, some breaking news— the Easter Bunny has been spotted on Main Street, USA! Not only that, but it appears that the Tropical Hideaway's Rosita has taken a little trip, as she's not at her usual perch (don't worry, she'll be back soon!). We'll take a look at some upcoming events scheduled to take place in the coming months at Disneyland Resort, and then head over to Downtown Disney for a few quick updates, from food trucks, to a new shop on the way, to the name of the new parking structure. Then, it's on to celebrating Dapper Day weekend! We check out the Dapper Day Expo at the Disneyland Hotel, where Dandy Wellington and his band performed some swinging tunes, and check out all of the vendors. We share overall impressions of the Dapper Day experience at Disneyland Park, from what it's like to see so many amazing Dapper Disneybounds to all of the fun fan interactions!

Episode 39 of Dateline Mousetalgia is all about Spring and Easter in the parks! The chocolate Easter eggs from the Candy Palace are very popular, but hard to get! We share the schedule for when these are available, as well as a tip for getting more detailed info about Candy Palace happenings. Other seasonal treats can be found throughout the parks, such as Easter egg-inspired caramel apples and treats decorated to look like baby chicks! The biggest Easter event happening at Disneyland Resort right now is the Easter Eggstravaganza scavenger hunt. We'll share the details on what this is and where maps can be purchased, and will take a moment to reflect on Disneyland Easter events past. From intricate egg painting to bunny character meet and greets galore, there are quite a few things we're missing now that Big Thunder Ranch is gone. In this week's episode, we'll also take a look at some of our favorite Disney ducks-- from characters in the parks like Donald and Daisy, to actual ducks who call Disneyland their home. Lastly, we'll wrap up the show by sharing our experiences at Disney California Adventure's Food and Wine Festival.

In Episode 38 of Dateline Mousetalgia, we take a look at some fun new items arriving at Disneyland Resort, such as the grand opening of Jessie's Critter Carousel, the cute new Dumbo/Casey Jr. sipper cup and popcorn bucket, and Mickey's PhilharMagic! There are some subtle changes in the parks, such as benches inside the Main Street Opera House, the occasional Oswald sighting, and a new Orange Vanilla Coca Cola flavor at DCA. The parks continue to undergo construction as part of Project Stardust, most recently with the expansion of the curb cuts in Town Square in order to allow more room for wheelchairs and strollers to access the sidewalks. Next, we'll head into Adventureland, where the Indiana Jones queue offered a cool pop-up tour during the attraction's refurbishment. Over at the Tropical Hideaway, we visit Rosita, discuss collectible sporks, and share an experience enjoying Dole Whip Swirls and waking up José in Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room. Lastly, we'll cover some big new rules that were just announced for Disneyland Resort regarding smoking, stroller size, stroller wagons, and ice in the parks.

In Episode 37 of Dateline Mousetalgia, we're reporting live from Disneyland for Mousetalgia's "Anything Can Happen" Weekend! It's a beautiful time to visit the parks as bright, colorful springtime flowers are in full bloom. We'll head to the Wonderground Gallery in Downtown Disney, where artists Jason Ratner, Aggie Cheung, and Brittney Lee were doing signings. As April Fool's Day is coming up, we'll dedicate a significant portion of the show to sharing funny Disneyland stories and inside jokes!

It's time to get down to business in Episode 36 of Dateline Mousetalgia! We'll recap the Walt Disney Company's 2019 Shareholder Meeting, discussing what the meeting means for Disneyland Resort and sharing our overall observations. Plus, we've got a few Downtown Disney and merchandise updates. Then, it's on to Pixar and Pixar Pier! While Jessie's Critter Carousel is getting ready to open, Toy Story Midway Mania has recently introduced a "moving buddy pass"! We'll also discuss a few new animation pieces from Pixar Animation Studios!

Welcome to Episode 35 of Dateline Mousetalgia! In today's episode, we throw it back to last week's Disneyland After Dark 90's Nite, taking a look at the nostalgic photo opportunities and great music! The opening dates for Galaxy's Edge Black Spire Outpost have officially been announced, and we're scrambling to make plans that will line up with this exciting event. Captain Marvel has made her appearance at Disney California Adventure at a really fun photo location-- Hangar 12 in Hollywood Land, complete with a view of her plane! Next, we'll run through the churros that are currently available at Disneyland Resort, covering a bunch that are part of the Get Your Ears On celebrations, and one that is a part of the Food and Wine Festival! Speaking of the DCA Food and Wine Festival, we take a look at the logistics-- where the Sip 'n Savor pass can be purchased, how it works, as well as a few of the food items available. We'll also share some of the more kid-friendly features of the Food and Wine Festival. Lastly, we'll look at a few St. Patrick's Day items, as well as a few Mickey's 90th birthday in the parks updates!

Galactic greetings from Episode 34 of Dateline Mousetalgia! Between the Disney Parks Blog's new "Building Batuu" series and reports from an assortment of media sources on their exclusive experience previewing Disneyland's upcoming "Star Wars"-themed land, it's hard to believe just how much Galaxy's Edge news dropped all at once! As such, the entirety of Episode 34 is dedicated to really diving in and exploring the announcements! We'll take a look at the costumes cast members will wear as they embrace their roles as members of the Resistance, of the First Order, and as residents of Black Spire Outpost. We'll run through the dining options on the planet of Batuu, checking out the impressive theming as well as a few food and drink items. Then we'll take a look at the different shopping experiences. From a "galactic food truck" at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo, to food cooked by a podracer at Ronto's Roasters, to haggling with an Ithorian at Dok-Ondar's Den of Antiquities-- we can hardly wait! We'll also share what we know of the land's two ride attractions, exploring the interactive Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and the impressive Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. Also covered in this week's episode are the upcoming Play Disney Parks App features guests will able to use to interact with their Galaxy's Edge surroundings, as well as an impressive and innovative new animatronic in the form of character Hondo Ohnaka! Plus, we'll address rumors regarding FASTPASS and rumors of when we might expect the opening dates of Galaxy's Edge to be announced!