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News and Views
MousePlanet MouseAdventure event
A record-setting 99 teams totalling over 300 people participated in MousePlanet's Spring MouseAdventure event in Disneyland Park on Sunday. Expect a full recap and team results later this week.
Disneyland raises ticket prices
The Disneyland Resort has a long-standing practice of raising admission prices once each year, usually in early January at the end of the holiday season. In some years, ticket prices go up again at the end of the summer season. Based on this trend, we expected to see a price increase in January. The resort surprised us by raising the cost of multi-day "park hopper" tickets, but not one-day admissions.
Some speculated that new resort president Matt Oiumet decided to postpone an increase in one-day tickets because Disneyland is headed into a season of park-wide refurbishments and extended ride closures. Chatter from the park's Team Disney Anaheim corporate office insiders suggested that the inevitable price increase would be delayed until May 1, after the Resident Salute "2fer" promotion ended, and right before the Tower of Terror opened at Disney's California Adventure park. There were rumors that annual passport prices would be increased at the same time.
Last week, we got word that the Disney Stores had received new price signs for Disneyland annual passports, but no details about when the price changes were to take effect. We took this to be confirmation of the rumors we had heard, and expected to see the new prices take effect on May 1. The three days later, a local news station reported that Disneyland was going to raise one-day ticket prices, effective over a month earlier, on March 28. When MousePlanet contacted the Disneyland Resort, cast members confirmed the reports: prices for both one-day tickets and annual passports would be raised. Walt Disney World announced that its one-day ticket prices would also increase the same day, making WDW the most expensive single-day theme park ticket in the Orlando area.
A long line of parkgoers wait to buy tickets one day before the price
increase took effect. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Sources speculate that the price change was pushed up a month to capitalize on the unusually heavy Spring Break crowds flocking to the Disneyland Resort. Park attendance projections and operating hours were revised several times in the past two weeks, as weekday crowds packed Disneyland and spilled over to DCA. "They aren't going to leave that on the table," said one cast member. "It seems obvious that the rehabs aren't keeping people away."
The new one-day prices are:
- One-day, one-park tickets are now $49.75, $39.75 for ages 3-8, an increase of $2.75 each
- A one-day "Senior" ticket is available for $47.75
- For the remainder of the promotion, SoCal Resident "2fer" tickets are $49.75, $39.75 for ages 3 to 8.
One-day, one-park tickets for cast members, travel industry partners, and nonprofit groups were adjusted accordingly. The price for the Fantasmic dessert buffet is now $49.75 per person.
In conjunction with Disneyland's price increase, CityPass prices go up on April 1 to $172 for adults, $129 for children. There are additional benefits and options now available with the CityPass, detailed in the Discounts/Promotions section below.
The new annual passport offerings are:
- "So CA" passport (for Southern California residents) is now $129, up from $99
- The Deluxe passport is now $179
- The Premium passport is now $279
- The annual parking passport remains $40, although signs at the Disney Stores reportedly read that the pass is now $49.
- AP Blockout Day tickets, and current benefits and discounts for each pass type remain the same.
- In addition to the three available Annual Passports, a new "Southern California Select" passport is available for $99 for all ages. This pass is good for admission to Disneyland and DCA only on 170 select weekdays.
Passports with April and May expiration dates can be renewed in person and by mail at the old renewal prices listed on the renewal forms mailed to passholders. Passes must be renewed by their expiration dates to receive renewal discount and old price. Passports that expire or are renewed on or after June 1 are renewed at the new rates.
A Twilight Zone Tower of Terror Commemorative Ticket will be offered for sale starting on April 9 for annual passholders, and May 5 to the general public. Sales of this commemorative ticket end on September 30, 2004. These tickets are $59 per person for all ages, and can be used for one-day, one-park admission. Passholders can purchase them at the Bank of Main Street, the Passport Processing Center, or the Guest Services Building. Beginning May 5, they will also be available at the Disneyland Web site (link).
The last of the scaffolds have come down, revealing the new City Hall
exterior. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Toes in the nose
After we went to press last week, a reader alerted to a change in the Monorail operation. Citing security concerns after September 11, Disneyland had barred passengers from riding in the nose cone of the Monorails. That policy was reversed last weekend, and visitors are once again allowed into the nose cone with the Monorail's driver.
The Central Plaza reopens
This photo from March 2003 shows the Central Plaza with the olive trees.
Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Disneyland's Central Plaza ("the hub") has reopened after a two-week rehab during which the large olive trees were replaced with smaller trees to allow a better view of the light effects planned for Sleeping Beauty Castle during the 50th anniversary celebration.
One year later, the olive trees have been replaced, providing a less obstructed
view of Sleeping Beauty Castle. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
The change can be seen in these photos, taken nearly one year apart. While some mourn the loss of the original olive trees, estimated to be 75 years old when they were relocated to Disneyland in 1955, park regulars seem pleased with new landscaping.
Petals may make way for a new Disney home store. Photo by Adrienne Vincent-Phoenix.
Ears to the ground
We hear that Petals in Downtown Disney may be closing once their lease expires. The space would be taken over by Disney, and combined with next-door Marcelline's Confectionery to create a Disney Home and Marketplace store.
The Häagen-Dazs store in Downtown Disney will soon be getting a facelift, which may include adding a quick-serve window to their exterior.
Got any interesting news or rumors? Contact us here.
Current Refurbishments and Attraction Closures
Disneyland
- Dumbo closed through April 1.
- Indiana Jones Adventure closed through April 2.
- Sleeping Beauty Castle walk-through closed indefinitely.
- Space Mountain closed through 2005.
Work continues on the upcoming Tortilla Joe's restaurant. Photo by Adrienne
Vincent-Phoenix.
Disneys California Adventure
- Superstar Limo closed indefinitely (rumored to reopen May 19).
- Francis' Lady Bug Boogie closed indefinitely.
Future Closures
- Adventureland restrooms closed April 19 May 1.
- Peter Pan's Flight closed April 19 to May 28.
- Pirates of the Caribbean closed May 3 7.
- Alice in Wonderland closed June 1 July 3.
- Sleeping Beauty Castle closed June 21 October 2.
- Snow White's Scary Adventures closed August 23 September 11.
- Enchanted Tiki Room closes September 8 October 30.
- Haunted Mansion closed September 13 October 1 for installation of Haunted Mansion Holiday overlay.
- Matterhorn Bobsleds closed September 13 November 5.
Disneyland Resort Hotels
- Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel Pool closed May 3 8.
- Disneyland Hotel Grand Ballroom closed July 2 16.
- Disneyland Hotel Convention Center lobby, upper level & lower level closed July 16 September 1.
Note: Refurbishment schedules are estimates only. All information is subject to change without notice. To get the most recent updates, call Disneyland at (714) 781-7290.
Park Events
Ongoing
- Frights, Camera, Action exhibit about the Haunted Mansion attraction and movie at the Disney Gallery, extended through April 18.
April
- Tower of Terror event, details available at the Disney Gallery Web site (link). April 22 & 23.
May
- Twilight Zone Tower of Terror Opening at DCA. May 5.
- A Celebration of Walt Disney Art Classics A Disney Blast to the Past May 14 16.
October
- CHOC Walk - this fun-walk through Disneyland park is a fundraiser for the Children's Hospital of Orange County (link). October 3.
Current Discounts & Promotions
Car rental discounts
Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders save up to 20 percent car rentals from Alamo Rent A Car and National Car Rental. Restrictions applyget full details and the necessary discount codes on the Annual Passholder Web site (link).
Mighty Ducks tickets
Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders save up to 50 percent on Mighty Ducks tickets. Offer applies to selected dates only, through April 4. There are three seating areas to choose from, at varying prices and discount levels. Visit the Annual Passholder Web site for more details (link).
Anaheim Angels tickets
Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders save on Anaheim Angels tickets. Offer applies to selected dates only. There are three seating areas to choose from. Visit the Annual Passholder Web site for more details (link).
Disney's Passport Plus Package for 2004 includes:
- Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Ticket
- $10 ESPN Zone Arena Game Card
- Preferred Seating at select shows in Disney's California Adventure Park
- California Diamond Fun Book (one per package)
- Free parking at Disneyland Resort Theme Parks
Prices are as follows:
- 5-day: $129 (children: $99)
- 6-day: $159 (children: $129)
- 7-day: $184 (children: $149)
An additional handling fee of $10 will be charged per mailing address.
SoCal Salute: two parks, two days at one-day price
The Disneyland Resort is offering a new version of the Southern Californian resident salute through Friday, April 30. Residents may spend a day at Disneyland and a day at Disney's California Adventure for the price of a one-day ticket.
Eligible residents can purchase up to five 2fer tickets per day with proof of Southern California residency (zip codes 90000 through 93599, or Northern Baja California residents within zip codes 21000 through 22999; valid ID required). 2fer tickets are priced at the regular one-day ticket prices for the Disneyland Resort theme parks$49.75 for ages 10 and up, $39.75 for ages 3 through 9and are available at Resort ticket booths as well as at the Disneyland Web site (link).
The first day of use must occur on the date of purchase; the second day of use must occur within 30 days of purchase or before April 30, whichever occurs first.
New AAA tickets
AAA announced new ticket plans for the Disneyland Resort:
- 2-day adult Flex Passport $98 (children: $78)
- 5-day adult Flex Passport $129 (children: $99)
The new prices took effect December 24, 2003, and all tickets include free parking.
CityPass
The Southern California CityPass booklet includes admission to five separate entertainment options:
- 3-day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Ticket
- 1-day ticket to Sea World Adventure park
- 1-day ticket to the World-famous San Diego Zoo -or- the San Diego Wild Animal Park
- 1-day ticket to Knott's Theme Park. (includes a free Knott's Berry Farm T-Shirt with each Child's City Pass)
CityPass prices will increase to $172, $129 for children, effective April 1st.
You can purchase the Southern California CityPass with Walt Disney Travel Company packages. Instead of the Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Ticket currently included in California packages from the Walt Disney Travel Company, guests can select a Southern California city's for an additional charge of $47 per pass ($32 per pass for children 3 through 9).
Note: The Southern California CityPass does not include the $10 ESPN Zone Arena Game Card, or the California package's feature that allows guests to collect multiple Fastpass tickets at once for free in advance.
AAA-Disney's Resort Magic Package
This package requires a minimum 2-night hotel stay, and includes:
- Accommodations at Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel, the Disneyland Hotel, or Disney's Grand Californian Hotel
- Disneyland Resort Hotel self-parking and Fitness Center access
- Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Ticket valid for entry into Disneyland park and Disney's California Adventure park with full park-hopping privileges
- Free ESPN Zone Arena Game Card $10 value (one per person)
- New. Collect Fastpass tickets for multiple attractions at one time. Preferred Seating at a choice of select shows in Disney's California Adventure
- Exclusive Walt Disney Travel Company collectible pin and lanyard (one per person)
- Exclusive Walt Disney Travel Company California Fun Book (one per package)
- Exclusive Disneyland Resort Magical Pocket Guide (one per package)
You can book this package through your local AAA affiliate travel agent.
Park Hours/Blockout Dates
DL: Disneyland
DCA: Disneys California Adventure
Annual Pass blockout dates: SoCal
- Southern California Annual Pass. DX
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Visit our Annual Passholders Blockout Dates 2003-2004 page to see more dates.
Entertainment Schedule
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Monday 3/29 | ||
Disneyland Parade of the Stars 7p Billy Hill & the Hillbillies 11:45a, 1:15p, 3p, 4:15p, 5:30p Calling All Space Scouts A Buzz Lightyear Adventure 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3:15p, 4:15p, 5:15p Snow White - An Enchanting New Musical 12:15p, 1:30p, 2:45p, 4:45p, 6p Aladdin and Jasmine's StoryTale Adventures 11a, 11:55a, 12:55p, 1:55p, 3:34p, 4:40p, 5:35p, 6:30p Once Upon a Time Storytelling 11a, noon, 1p
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Disney's Aladdin A Musical Spectacular 12:30p, 2:15p, 5p Playhouse Disney Live on Stage! 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3:15p, 4:15p, 5:15p Who Wants To Be A Millionaire Play It! noon, 1p, 2p, 4p, 5p The Ugly Bug Ball 11a, noon, 1p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p The Magic of Brother Bear 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3p, 4p, 5p D.U.H. - Department of Untapped Hilarity 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3p, 4p, 5p |
Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen Rob Kloptenstein 6:30ps |
Tuesday 3/30 | ||
Disneyland Parade of the Stars 7p Billy Hill & the Hillbillies 11:45a, 1:15p, 3p, 4:15p, 5:30p Calling All Space Scouts A Buzz Lightyear Adventure 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3:15p, 4:15p, 5:15p Snow White - An Enchanting New Musical 12:15p, 1:30p, 2:45p, 4:45p, 6p Aladdin and Jasmine's StoryTale Adventures 11a, 11:55a, 12:55p, 1:55p, 3:34p, 4:40p, 5:35p, 6:30p Once Upon a Time Storytelling 11a, noon, 1p
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Disney's Aladdin A Musical Spectacular 12:30p, 2:15p Playhouse Disney Live on Stage! 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3:15p, 4:15p, 5:15p The Ugly Bug Ball 11a, noon, 1p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p The Magic of Brother Bear 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3p, 4p, 5p |
House of Blues Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen |
Wednesday 3/31 | ||
Disneyland Parade of the Stars 7p Billy Hill & the Hillbillies 11:45a, 1:15p, 3p, 4:15p, 5:30p Calling All Space Scouts A Buzz Lightyear Adventure 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3:15p, 4:15p, 5:15p Snow White - An Enchanting New Musical 12:15p, 1:30p, 2:45p, 4:45p, 6p Aladdin and Jasmine's StoryTale Adventures 11a, 11:55a, 12:55p, 1:55p, 3:34p, 4:40p, 5:35p, 6:30p Once Upon a Time Storytelling 11a, noon, 1p
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Disney's Aladdin A Musical Spectacular 12:30p, 2:15p, 5p Playhouse Disney Live on Stage! 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3:15p, 4:15p, 5:15p The Ugly Bug Ball 11a, noon, 1p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p The Magic of Brother Bear 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3p, 4p, 5p Chance to Shine 11a, noon, 1p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p |
House of Blues Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen |
Thursday 4/1 | ||
Disneyland Parade of the Stars 7p Billy Hill & the Hillbillies 11:45a, 1:15p, 3p, 4:15p, 5:30p Calling All Space Scouts A Buzz Lightyear Adventure 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3:15p, 4:15p, 5:15p Snow White - An Enchanting New Musical 12:15p, 1:30p, 2:45p, 4:45p, 6p Aladdin and Jasmine's StoryTale Adventures 11a, 11:55a, 12:55p, 1:55p, 3:34p, 4:40p, 5:35p, 6:30p Once Upon a Time Storytelling 11a, noon, 1p
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Disney's Aladdin A Musical Spectacular 12:30p, 2:15p, 5p Playhouse Disney Live on Stage! 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3:15p, 4:15p, 5:15p The Ugly Bug Ball 11a, noon, 1p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p The Magic of Brother Bear 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3p, 4p, 5p Chance to Shine 11a, noon, 1p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p D.U.H. - Department of Untapped Hilarity 12:30p, 1:30p, 3p, 4p, 5p, 6p |
House of Blues Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen |
Friday 4/2 | ||
Disneyland Parade of the Stars 4:15p, 8p Billy Hill & the Hillbillies 11:45a 1:15p 3p 4:15p 5:30p Calling All Space Scouts A Buzz Lightyear Adventure 10:45a, 11:45a, 12:45p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p Club Buzz Stage Presents Voyager 7p, 8p, 8:45p, 10p Fantasmic 9p, 10:30p Snow White - An Enchanting New Musical 12:15p, 1:30p, 2:45p, 4:45p, 6p Sword in the Stone Ceremony 10:45a, 11:45a, 12:45p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p Aladdin and Jasmine's StoryTale Adventures 11a, 11:55a, 12:55p, 1:55p, 3:34p, 4:40p, 5:35p, 6:30p Once Upon a Time Storytelling 11a, noon, 1p |
Disney's Electrical Parade 8:45p Disney's Aladdin A Musical Spectacular 12:45p, 2:30p, 4:45p, 6:15p Playhouse Disney Live on Stage! 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3:15p, 4:15p, 5:15p, Who Wants To Be A Millionaire Play It! Noon, 1p, 2p, 4p, 5p The Ugly Bug Ball 11a, noon, 1p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p The Magic of Brother Bear 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3p, 4p, 5p Pacific Wharf Blues Bash Featuring The Shane Dwight Blues Band 4:45p, 5:45p, 7:15p, 8:15p Chance to Shine 11a, noon, 1p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p D.U.H. - Department of Untapped Hilarity 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3p, 4p, 5p |
House of Blues Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen |
Saturday 4/3 | ||
Disneyland Parade of the Stars 4:15p, 8p Believe...There's Magic in the Stars Fireworks 9:25p Billy Hill & the Hillbillies 11:45a 1:15p 3p 4:15p 5:30p Calling All Space Scouts A Buzz Lightyear Adventure 10:45p, 11:45p, 12:45p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p Club Buzz Stage Presents The Basix 7p, 8p, 8:45p, 10p, 11p Fantasmic 9p, 10:30p Snow White - An Enchanting New Musical 12:15p, 1:30p, 2:45p, 4:45p, 6p, 7:15p Sword in the Stone Ceremony 10:45a, 11:45a, 12:45p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p Aladdin and Jasmine's StoryTale Adventures 11a, 11:55a, 12:55p, 1:55p, 3:34p, 4:40p, 5:35p, 6:30p Once Upon a Time Storytelling 11a, noon, 1p Jump, Jive Boogie Swing Party Featuring Swingtown 7:30p, 8:30p, 9:45p, 10:45p |
Disney's Electrical Parade 8:45p Disney's Aladdin A Musical Spectacular 12:45p, 2:30p 4:45p 6:15p Playhouse Disney Live on Stage! 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3:15p, 4:15p, 5:15p Who Wants To Be A Millionaire Play It! Noon, 1p, 2p, 4p, 5p, The Ugly Bug Ball 11a, noon, 1p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p The Magic of Brother Bear 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3p, 4p, 5p Pacific Wharf Blues Bash Featuring The Shane Dwight Blues Band 4:45p, 5:45p, 7:15p, 8:15p Chance to Shine 11a, noon, 1p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p D.U.H. - Department of Untapped Hilarity 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 2:30p |
House of Blues Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen |
Sunday 4/4 | ||
Disneyland Parade of the Stars 4:15p, 8p Billy Hill & the Hillbillies 11:45a 1:15p 3p 4:15p 5:30p Calling All Space Scouts A Buzz Lightyear Adventure 10:45p, 11:45p, 12:45p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p Club Buzz Stage Presents Polyester Express 7p, 8p, 8:45p, 10p, 11p Fantasmic 9p, 10:30p Snow White - An Enchanting New Musical 12:15p, 1:30p, 2:45p, 4:45p, 6p, 7:15p Sword in the Stone Ceremony 10:45a, 11:45a, 12:45p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p Aladdin and Jasmine's StoryTale Adventures 11a, 11:55a, 12:55p, 1:55p, 3:34p, 4:40p, 5:35p, 6:30p Once Upon a Time Storytelling 11a, noon, 1p |
Disney's Electrical Parade 8:45p Disney's Aladdin A Musical Spectacular 12:45p, 2:30p 4:45p 6:15p Playhouse Disney Live on Stage! 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3:15p, 4:15p, 5:15p Who Wants To Be A Millionaire Play It! Noon, 1p, 2p, 4p, 5p The Ugly Bug Ball 11a, noon, 1p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p The Magic of Brother Bear 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3p, 4p, 5p Pacific Wharf Stage Presents The Delta Boogie Blues Band 4:45p, 5:45p, 7:15p, 8:15p Chance to Shine 11a, noon, 1p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p D.U.H. - Department of Untapped Hilarity 1:15p, 2p, 3p, 4p, 5:30p, 6:30p |
House of Blues Gospel Brunch 10a, 1p ($16.50
$33) Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen Jazz Chicory
11:30a ESPN Zone Sports Zone 3p |
Monday 4/5 | ||
Disneyland Parade of the Stars 4:15p, 8p Billy Hill & the Hillbillies 11:45a, 1:15p, 3p, 4:15p, 5:30p Calling All Space Scouts A Buzz Lightyear Adventure 10:45a, 11:45a, 12:45p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p Club Buzz Stage Presents Polyester Express 7p, 8:30p, 10p Snow White - An Enchanting New Musical 12:15p, 1:30p, 2:45p, 4:45p, 6p, 7:15p Sword in the Stone Ceremony 10:45a, 11:45a, 12:45p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p Aladdin and Jasmine's StoryTale Adventures 11a, 11:55a, 12:55p, 1:55p, 3:34p, 4:40p, 5:35p, 6:30p Once Upon a Time Storytelling 11a, noon, 1p
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Disney's Electrical Parade 8:45p Disney's Aladdin A Musical Spectacular 12:45p, 2:30p, 4:45p, 6:15p Playhouse Disney Live on Stage! 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3:15p, 4:15p, 5:15p Who Wants To Be A Millionaire Play It! noon, 1p, 2p, 4p, 5p The Ugly Bug Ball 11a, noon, 1p, 2:30p, 3:30p, 4:30p The Magic of Brother Bear 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3p, 4p, 5p Pacific Wharf Stage Presents The Delta Boogie Blues Band 4:45p, 5:45p, 7:15p, 8:15p D.U.H. - Department of Untapped Hilarity 11:30a, 12:30p, 1:30p, 3p, 4p, 5p |
House of Blues Latin/Alt: Jaguares 7:30p Ralph Brennan's Jazz Kitchen Rob Kloptenstein 6:30p |
 
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