This week, we discuss The Resistance has risen, along with new merchandise, new Play Disney Parks app achievements, and spirit jerseys, Lunar New Year festivities, food, and beverages, what is old is new again, we talk about the frustration with limited merchandise, and more!
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News:
I’m sure that this isn’t news to most at this point, but Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance finally opened to guests this past week on January 17th. Crowds started lining up early in the morning to be let into the park at 6am, hours before the official opening at 8am. Once 8am rolled around, guests could use the Disneyland app to join a boarding group. In just a couple of minutes, all the main boarding groups had been claimed, with the backup groups being filled just minutes after that. – https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2020/01/star-wars-rise-of-the-resistance-now-open-at-disneyland-park/ and https://www.micechat.com/248074-rise-of-the-resistance-now-open-is-the-force-strong-with-this-one/
Of course with the opening of a new attraction, there is going to be a load of new merchandise, and Rise of the Resistance is no exception. From more traditional offerings like t-shirts and hats, to more unique like an attraction ride vehicle, there is something for everyone. The designs on the clothing are all pretty similar to the annual passholder exclusive design we talked about previously. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020/01/16/disneyland-folks-check-out-the-rise-of-the-resistance-gear-heading-your-way/#more-306091 and https://www.micechat.com/248099-rise-of-the-resistance-inspired-food-and-merchandise-lands-in-galaxys-edge/
Star Wars and spirit jerseys have collided at Disneyland. A new ice planet Hoth design has appeared in Star Traders in Tomorrowland, and at World of Disney in Downtown Disney. The jersey features HOTH on the back, with imperial walkers on the surface towards the bottom. The front has the Star Wars logo on the chest and the same walker design on the bottom. As with all spirit jerseys, this one is pricey at $69.99. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020/01/17/new-star-wars-hoth-spirit-jersey-has-landed-in-disneyland/#more-307139
The Millennium Falcon popcorn bucket was a great souvenir for the Resistance, but what about the First Order? Kylo Ren’s Tie Interceptor beverage holder is now available. For $18.49, you can get the beverage holder with your choice of drink, or for $1 more, you can get it with fries! The Tie Interceptor can be purchased at the Galactic Grill in Tomorrowland. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020/01/17/join-the-dark-side-we-have-drinks-and-fries-with-kylo-rens-new-tie-interceptor-mug-in-disneyland/#more-306700
The new E-Ticket attraction isn’t the only thing to come to Batuu this week. A selection of new food and beverages have also landed. – https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020/01/17/may-the-force-be-with-you-if-you-think-were-sharing-this-brand-new-salty-snack-in-disneyland/#more-306111 and https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020/01/17/review-galaxys-edge-has-our-new-fave-purple-hot-chocolate-in-disneyland/#more-306154 and https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020/01/17/we-hope-you-enjoy-your-green-milk-spicy-cause-here-comes-our-review-of-disneylands-new-toydaria-swirl/#more-306150 and https://www.disneyfoodblog.com/2020/01/16/three-new-other-worldly-treats-you-gotta-see-the-spicy-milk-are-comi