What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of New Orleans Square? You probably go straight to Pirates and the Haunted Mansion. For me, it’s actually the little streets. I just love walking up and down Royal Street, Orleans Street, and winding my way back to the train station. The balconies have […] Read more…
Disneyland
Stanley’s Oasis
It’s impossible to miss Radiator Springs Racers when you visit Cars Land. Visitors come back for race after race, and after a while, the walkways and rock formations feel like home. But there’s one little rock formation you’ve probably walked by a million times and never thought twice about – and it has a back […] Read more…
Unusual Angles: Mickey’s Toontown
It seems a little silly to describe anything in Toontown as unusual…everything is unusual by design! You’ll be hard pressed to find a building without crooked windows or doors, a street that moves in a straight line, or even a car without a flat tire or two. So for this round of unusual angles, I […] Read more…
Dianoga Water Fountain
The marketplace is always buzzing in Galaxy’s Edge. In between shopping, ronto wraps, and droid building, visitors can’t help getting thirsty as they wander. Thankfully, there’s a massive water fountain located next to the open courtyard. But wait…there’s something a little strange about this fountain. When you push the button, it’s not just the water […] Read more…
Queue Closeup: Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters
It’s a warm, sunny day in Tomorrowland. The skies look clear and perfect for a flight. Shall we visit the Space Rangers over at Star Command? Our journey into the galaxy starts in Star Command’s base. Here, you’ll find massive murals depicting Buzz Lightyear on missions. Most murals feature Crystallic Fusion Batteries, which fuel Evil […] Read more…
Behind the Building: Main Street Firehouse
On the western side of Main Street, there’s a little red building you’ve probably walked past a thousand times. The little Main Street Firehouse quietly watches over Main Street without much fanfare. But this small building boasts a lot of details, from a secret apartment to an authentic turn-of-the-century fire engine. Let’s take a closer […] Read more…
Black Spire Outfitters
May 2019 – present LOCATION Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – It’s easy to miss Black Spire Outfitters, since this little shop is right between two busier storefronts. You’ll find it in the marketplace, the semi-covered shopping area next to the large Ronto Roasters rounded building. Black Spire Outfitters is on the north side of the […] Read more…
Queue Closeup: Smuggler’s Run
There’s a rumor swirling around Galaxy’s Edge…Hondo Ohnaka, a smuggler from the outer rim, is recruiting new pilots to help with some covert deliveries. He actually prefers crews without experience – that way he knows no one is suspicious of them. I think we should go for it…there’s no way I’m turning down a chance […] Read more…
Behind the Building: Toad Hall
The more you visit Disneyland, the more you notice the amazing details from land to land. In the last few years, I’ve found myself looking closer and closer at specific buildings hidden in the parks, noticing architectural elements and styling that help shape the world within each area. Welcome to Behind the Building, a new series […] Read more…
The Milk Stand
May 2019 – present LOCATION Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – The Milk Stand is tucked away in Galaxy’s Edge’s eastern corner, the one controlled by the First Order. To find the stand, head over to the Frontierland entrance closest to Fantasyland. You’ll see the Stand on your left, across the walkway from First Order Cargo. […] Read more…
Dapper Dans
One of the best parts of roaming Main Street is the sound of a barbershop quartet. You never know where they’ll pop up – in front of a random store, by the Refreshment Corner piano, or in the town square. Those wonderful harmonies draw in crowds and always create some excitement on the street. You […] Read more…
Fantasy Faire Gifts
Approx. 1996 – present LOCATION Fantasyland – Despite its name, Fantasy Faire Gifts is actually nowhere near the Fantasy Faire itself. This little shop faces It’s A Small World, just before the walkway starts winding into Mickey’s Toontown. EXPERIENCE Details: Merchandise – Bubble wands, popcorn, candies, and other miscellaneous goods Price Range – Most items […] Read more…
Queue Closeup: Indiana Jones Adventure
I don’t know if you heard, but Indiana Jones recently uncovered a map revealing the location of an ancient Bengalese temple! His friend Sallah has been hosting tours of the temple to raise money for its excavation. Seems like a perfect day for a jeep tour! Before we can hop into the jeep, we’ve got […] Read more…
The Wampa
There’s a weird, magical little shop hidden in Galaxy’s Edge. Visitors from other planets often find themselves in awe as they stand in the Den of Antiquities, a mysterious place with eclectic treasures stacked from floor to ceiling. Look up to the balcony, and you’ll spot a familiar creature: the wampa! Wampas come from the […] Read more…