Saturday, 17th May 2008
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The Celebration Continues… The VIPs

Image(5.04.2008 - 4.00pm) The party is in full swing, but who’s on the guest list? Let’s take a look through almost 50 official and unofficial photos of the VIPs who attended the launch weekend. Among them Virginie Efira, Barbara Meier, Sébastien Chabal, Jo Whiley and of course… Mickey Mouse.

In the crush for Crush, Fastpass gets a “no”

05-fastpasscrush-00.jpgAt least, from those on the front lines. The jury’s still out on whether or not Crush’s Coaster should be equipped with the Disney’s Fastpass system. Following two weeks of a trial service, Cast Members and operations say “disaster”, but will the chiefs still bow to public demand?

Video: Final HSM On Tour, rides & interview with Corbin Bleu at Walt Disney Studios

ImageHere it is, the final part of our Corbin Bleu mini-series! We’ve seen the High School Musical 2 star meeting journalists, starring in his own pre-parade, making a cameo in the final High School Musical On Tour and riding the attractions of the Studios. Now, you can see it all in two exclusive videos!

Blockbuster thrills tested by Corbin Bleu

ImageBetween promotion for his new album and High School Musical 2, Corbin Bleu took the time to enjoy some of the biggest thrills at Walt Disney Studios Park during his visit on Monday, including favourite Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster and a brand new experience for the American star — Crush’s Coaster!

15th Anniversary EXTENDED… “en grande!”

ImageDisneyland Resort Paris has extended its year-long 15th Anniversary Celebration. Originally launched on 1st April 2007 and due to close on 31st March 2008, the celebration is now confirmed to continue through the entire 2008 season, with travel brochures already pushing the extension.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios and what it means to Paris

ImageIf you haven’t already heard, Disney-MGM Studios is now officially no more. For only the third time in their history (following EPCOT Center and Euro Disneyland) Disney are renaming an entire park. Ending years of speculation, Walt Disney World have announced the new name — Disney’s Hollywood Studios — and a package of new additions to relaunch the renamed park. But what does this mean for Paris?

More gaps filled at Walt Disney Studios

ImageMissing items at Walt Disney Studios Park are being corrected at an exciting pace this year. Need an attraction with a morning “crush” to rival Big Thunder Mountain? Check. Need a ride for kids as popular as those in Fantasyland? Check. Need a big E-Ticket to get the crowds pouring? Almost-check. But what about a higher class restaurant, and a boutique in Toon Studio? They’ve begun filling those gaps too…

Toon Train brings “Lights, Camera, Musique!” to Front Lot

ImageIn pictures and video. If you’re a regular reader of our partner websites WDSfans.com or magicforum, you’ll have known all about the “Toon Train” - a new piece of streetmosphere for the Studios. But not Toon Studio, mind. This new Summer event might be more Toon-y than Toon Town itself, but infact it’s Front Lot which receives the extra “lights”, “camera” and “musique” from Chip, Dale and their female friend…

Official 2008 15th Anniversary Brochure Preview

ImageIt’s a brand new brochure! Join us for an exclusive preview of the second official holiday guide for the 15th Anniversary year, featuring the launch of advertising for The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, the first mention of Stitch Encounter, the new 2008 resort map, the first words on the seasons, new options and special offers, a renamed Tinkerbell show, returns for all the 15th highlights and one important message - “There’s still time to join the party!”.

Crush’s Coaster - The Official Ride Video

ImageWant to see how DLRP’s official cameras picked up the action of Crush? Grab shell, dude! Following our look at all the Toon Studio publicty photos and officical Cars footage on Thursday, we can now take a ride from Crush’s outside “splash” to his encounters with Nemo and Squirt, from a brush with flourescent jellyfish to a reconstructed ride on the EAC…

Toon Studio Press Event: Animated Publicity

ImageOne of the most important aspects of a press event at Disneyland Resort Paris is the material the resort gives to its invited press and journalists. If they produce good quality work, they’re more likely to be given a mention in various media across Europe. With that in mind, we’re looking at the final fruits of the press event - the full set of publicity photos - and you can tell us how well they did…

Toon Studio Press Event: Under the spell of darkness

ImageChances to see Walt Disney Studios Park in darkness are usually restricted to the cold Winter months, when the limited sun sets in the afternoon and guests are treated to the park at its very best, illuminated by colourful studio lighting from all angles. Luckily, we don’t have to wait until October to be the first to see Toon Studio under the magical spell of darkness…

Toon Studio Press Event: Ratatouille characters preview

ImageRats from the sewers of Paris have infested the new Toon Studio area of Walt Disney Studios Park. The infestation became clear during the press event to mark the opening of the new land, when… wait - these are just Pixar characters! It’s time to meet the newest members of the Disney character family, as Rémy and Emile arrive in Marne-la-Vallée.

Toon Studio Press Event: Evening entertainment, ‘famous’ faces

ImageOpening ceremonies complete, it was time for Toon Studio to put on a show. As the VIP guests (along with press and other invitees) stepped onto the new studio lot this past saturday, they were met with countless characters, live music, themed barbeques and unlimited rides on the three main ‘film set’ attractions… but did anyone know who they were?

Toon Studio Press Event: Inauguration Ceremony

ImageAnother year, another flashy attraction ‘inauguration’ ceremony… times at Disneyland Resort Paris have certainly changed! Whilst Tower of Terror may have loomed ahead with its size and stature, it was always the “Toons” project that seemed the most interesting from the 2005 announcement. Over two years on, it’s here, it’s complete, and it’s time to experience the grand opening…