California Adventure: Monstropolis

Not to be outdone by the latest news out of Walt Disney World. Disney is also set to announce the Monstropolis expansion for Disney California Adventure.

Expect the current Monsters Inc attraction to remain, but also a new E Ticket roller coaster attraction based on the door room sequence in the original Monsters Inc movie to take the place of the current Muppets show and former Who Wants to be a Millionaire building.. The only thing that could put a hold on this attraction is if the new Monsters University movie that comes out this week is a disappointment at the box office.

Disney Parks: Star Cars coming to Disney Hollywood Studios in Orlando

We are now hearing that both Star Wars Land and Cars Land have been green lighted in a one, two combo for Disney Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World.

Expect Star Wars Land to populate the areas around the Star Tours attraction. While Cars Land with a Mater's Junkyard Jamboree and a new version of Radiator Springs Racers will take over the Lights, Motor Stunt show and Catastrophe Canyon.

The rumor also states that they want to have the Star Wars Land opened in 2015, which makes sense since the new Star Wars movie (Episode 7) will be out in theaters that summer. Expect Cars Land to be done by 2016 or 2017.

Consider this an answer to the increased growth at Universal Orlando and expect an official announcement during this year's D23 convention in Anaheim.

California Adventure: Soarin Over Planes?

You might have heard of a new Disney Studio Film coming out this year called Planes.

Basically, take the idea of Cars, but instead of land vehicles the focus would be on air vehicles. In fact, it takes place in that same exact world. Word on the street is that this film was originally planned for a direct to video released, but has now been turned into a feature length film.

The last Disney film that was supposed to be direct to video, but later turned into a feature length film was Toy Story 2. So my hope is Lasseter or someone in the Disney company realized that this film was too good not to be a feature length film.

Here is the trailer:

Now this is where the parks come in...

Disneyland: Enchanted Tiki Room 50th Anniversary

Disneyland is set to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of its first Audio-Animatronic attraction, Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room.

On June 28th and 29th there will be a limited amount of merchandise being offered and special events. See the Merchandise Catalog HERE.

A nice tribute video from TheForceFollower94

Disneyland: Iron Man Coming to Innoventions

It's official Tony Stark is coming to Innoventions. However, it isn't the long rumored Star Expo attraction, but a chance to see the props from the upcoming Iron Man 3 film. Starting on April 13th guests will be able to virtually try on the suits and play with some of Tony Starks gadgets.

Stark Expo Concept Art

I personally think this may be a way for Disney to gauge interest in an Iron Man attraction at Innoventions. However, from what I hear Disney and Imaginnering are hesitant because of their possible future plans of adding Marvel attractions to the Disneyland Resorts Third Theme Park.

Tip of the Week: Free Water Refills

The weather is starting to get warmer in Southern California and with warm weather comes the desire to quench your thirst. However, buying soda and even water can have a strong effect on your wallet.

Why not take a cheaper approach and fill up your personal water bottle while you are at Disneyland for free.

Available at these locations:
The Plaza Pavilion
French Market
Rancho Del Zocalo
Tomorrowland Terrace

This is not the typical drinking fountain, but a separate fountain that is located near the condiment stand. If you need ice you can ask a Cast Member at the order window or pick it up for yourself if it is a buffeteria type of restaurant.

Disneyland: A Faire is Coming to Town

The Magic Kingdom in Orlando recently opened and expanded its own Fantasyland. Disneyland is now set to do the same, but in a much smaller scale.

On March 12th, the historic Plaza Gardens will be transformed into a highly detailed character meet and greet area. Everything looks very good and I am interested to see how popular the area becomes during the day and the return of the swing dancers at night.

Here is a video from Inside the Magic: