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Candlelight surprise
In our November 1 Park Update, we reported that the Disneyland Resort
would not be offering dining packages for this year’s Candlelight Processional
with narrator Marie Osmond. Happily, the Powers That Be reversed that
decision, and Disney Dining started accepting Candlight dining package
reservations last Thursday.
The Disneyland Railroad’s Main Street Station provides the backdrop for
the stage, which is set for the performers to take their places. File photo
by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Six Disneyland Resort restaurants are participating in the program, each
with a minimum per-person purchase requirement. Each restaurant was issued
an allocation of tickets – when a restaurant reaches capacity, callers
will be invited to make reservations at a different restaurant.
Hooks Pointe: $40 minimum for adults, $15 for kids.
Storyteller’s Cafe: $40 minimum for adults, $15 for kids.
Note: Since it is extremely difficult to meet the minimum purchase
requirement at Storyteller’s Cafe, restaurant management has been instructed
that an order of one appetizer, one entree, one beverage and one dessert
per person is sufficient to meet the spending requirement, regardless
of the total.
Granville’s: $50 minimum for adults, $15 for kids.
Yamabuki: $50 minimum for adults, $15 for kids.
Napa Rose: $75 for adults, $20 for kids.
Note: This location is only offering tickets for the 2nd showing each
evening.
Vineyard Room: $75 for adults, $20 for kids.
Note: This location is only offering tickets for the 2nd showing each
evening.
You will receive your tickets at the completion of your meal. Be sure
to leave enough time to get to Main Street 30 minute prior to your performance.
Call Disney Dining at 714-781-3463 to make your reservations.
Special thanks to MousePlanet reader jiminycesq for sharing this information
with our MousePad discussion board readers last week.
From the completely unsubstantiated rumor file
Is the Fantasy Waters theater closed for refurbishment, or closed forever?
Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix
A reader tells us that big changes may be in store for the Disneyland
Hotel. On the chopping block: the waterfall near the Bonita Tower, the
koi ponds and the Fantasy Waters theater area. Blueprints being considered
show that this space would be used for an expansion of the Cove pool area
and the construction of a miniature golf course.
If this rumor is correct, the Fantasy Waters show, currently on hiatus,
will never return, and its theater could be demolished as early as next
month. We’ll keep you posted.
Breakfast is served
As previously reported, the Disneyland Resort has made some changes to
their character dining options. As the restaurants continue to roll out
the new offerings, here are some additional details:
Lilo & Stitch Aloha Breakfast at PCH Grill
Kahuna Kali (surely an alter-ego of Pat E. Cake), plays host to this
new breakast offering, introduced on October 27. In addition to eating
all of their oatmeal, kids are encouraged to participate at new “show”
locations surrounding the restaurant, as well as games and interactive
elements.
Kids participate in a Rock-a-Hula recital at the new Lilo & Stitch
breakfast. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix
The character roster adds Lilo & Stitch to the existing lineup of
Minnie, Daisy, Pluto and Max. The menu has been revamped, and includes
a new french toast offering.
Goofy’s Kitchen
The food at the existing Goofy’s Kitchen buffet location has been tweaked
and upgraded, and now features a special egg white station and a new french
toast dish. The location is experimenting with a new atmosphere of fun
and games.
A Disney Princess Breakfast at the Plaza Inn
Cinderella, her Fairy Godmother and a host of Disney royals moved into
the Plaza Inn on November 2 to introduce a new Princess Breakfast. Jasmine,
Prince Ali and Beauty and the Beast fill out the royal lineup, while Mary
Poppins and Mulan make guest appearances.
The menu has been altered to suit the new royal inhabitants. The buffet
now includes a hash brown scramble station and “swan” cream
puffs. Continuing the trend, yet another new French Toast dish is available.
Alamo extends, expands relationship with Disney
Alamo Car Rental has extended its marketing alliance with Disney Parks
and Resorts, guaranteeing its position as official car rental company
of Disneyland and Walt Disney World while extending discounts for Disneyland
and Walt Disney World Annual Passholders and Disney Visa cardmembers.
In addition, Alamo is taking sponsorship of the Mulholland Madness attraction
at Disney’s California Adventure and the Tomorrowland Transit Authority
attraction at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom.
Ears to the ground
…The Disney Gallery is again open daily. The store’s operating schedule
was recently reduced to just three days a week, leading to complaints
from park guests.
Snow White’s Wishing Well has a beautiful new grate. It was put in during the most recent refurbishment.
Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix
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Current Refurbishments and Attraction Closures
Disneyland
Note: Disneyland is progressively closing more and more attractions
as the park readies for its 50th anniversary celebration in 2005.
Workers continue the refurbishment of Sleeping Beauty Castle. Photo by Adrienne
Vincent-Phoenix
- Matterhorn Bobsleds closed through November 23.
- Sleeping Beauty Castle exterior closed through November
23.
- Sailing Ship Columbia closed through November 30.
- Fantasmic on hiatus through November during the
Sailing Ship Columbia refurbishment.
- Aladdin’s Oasis closed through March 11, 2005.
- Plaza Pavilion closed through March 11, 2005.
- Enchanted Tiki Room closed through March 11, 2005.
- Space Mountain closed through November 2005.
- Sleeping Beauty Castle walk-through closed indefinitely;
not listed on park maps or the Disneyland Web site.
Upcoming Disneyland closures
- Haunted Mansion closes January 10–25, 2005 to remove
Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay.
A tantalizing peek inside a Disneyland submarine. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix
An open door in the mysterious blue box provides nothing more than a glimpse
of tangled wires. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix
Disney’s California Adventure
Upcoming DCA closures
- Maliboomer reduced capacity (2 of 3 towers operating) through
November 25, 2004, and January 3–22, 31 – March 12, 2005.
- Jumpin’ Jellyfish reduced capacity January 21 – March
5, 2005.
