Have you ridden the Pixar Pal-A-round? When you think about Disney theme park attractions, Ferris wheels probably don’t spring immediately to mind. But Disney does have one in the United States. It’s located in the Disneyland Resort’s California Adventure park, and it’s called the Pixar Pal-A-Round. Pixar Pier on a bright, sunny day It didn’t…
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Animation Building — Disney California Adventure’s Hidden Gem
Looking for some low-key fun in Disney California Adventure? From the outside, the Animation Building looks like it might be just another gift shop in Hollywood Land. You’ve probably passed it hurrying to Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout. But tucked away in here are a variety of attractions perfect for a rainy day, busy…
Moonlight Magic at Disney California Adventure
Moonlight Magic at California Adventure One of the perks of being a Disney Vacation Club member is I’m able to enjoy so many Membership Extras. So far my favorite has been the Moonlight Magic events, which happen at the Disney parks on both coasts. On Thursday, November 14th, my family and I attended the Moonlight…
The Oogie Boogie Bash
Welcome to the Oogie Boogie Bash After years of hosting Halloween parties at Disneyland Park, this year Disneyland changed things up a bit. The Halloween parties this year are called The Oogie Boogie Bash, and they are being held at Disney California Adventure. Many facets of the party remain the same. It is a family-friendly,…
Throwback Thursday: How Disney California Adventure Used to Celebrate Halloween
California Adventure looked completely different 10 years ago, before some of the major transformations. One big contrast is how the theme park used to decorate for and observe Halloween and autumn. Let’s dial up our Disney-branded time machine and jump back to 2009 to see how California Adventure used to celebrate Halloween. 2009 Most wouldn’t…
Guide to Disneyland Ride Photos
Smile for the camera! At Disneyland, you’ll have lots of opportunities to do just that. Along with castle selfies and photos with Disney characters, some of the big attractions at Disneyland will take a photo for you. In this guide, we’ll learn about all of the Disneyland ride photos — where to say “cheese,” and…
All About Using Single Rider Lines in Disneyland Park
Disneyland was built well before the Single Rider Line was a concept. But Walt Disney’s original theme park is a great example of how much difference these “seat-fillers” can make. The SIX Single Rider Lines in Disneyland give guests a FastPass alternative and can save hours in line each day. Several have just been added…
All About Using Single Rider Lines in Disney California Adventure
One big advantage the Disneyland Resort has over Walt Disney World is an abundance of Single Rider Lines to skip some of the longest queues. Each of Disneyland’s two parks has more Single Rider Lines than all four parks at Disney World! Are you familiar with all of the Single Rider Lines in California Adventure? First,…
Top Ten Things to Look Forward to at Disney’s Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
With the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland on May 31st and August 29th in Hollywood Studios, Disney invites you to step into their most immersive lands ever. Galaxy’s Edge gets both Cast Members and visitors involved through sites, sounds, food games, attractions and experiences so that each guest can develop their own…
How to book three MaxPasses within the first 30 minutes at Disneyland
Want to max out your MaxPass at Disneyland? What if I told you you could be holding three MaxPasses within the first 30 minutes — without having used a single one? Read on to discover how to get the most out of your morning in Disneyland or California Adventure. But first There are a few…
Pixar Pier — Disney California Adventure’s Newest Land
While Disneyland finishes light-speed construction on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge across the Esplanade, California Adventure’s newest land opened last summer to celebrate popular Pixar franchises. Pixar Pier combines fun food, revamped attractions, and a rootin’-tootin’ good time for fans and families. The land replaces most of the former Paradise Pier, which rings the lagoon used…
Why I’ll miss a bug’s land
I’ll miss you, Flik’s Flyers! Walt Disney once said that Disneyland would never be completed as long as there was imagination left in the world. And Marty Sklar famously reminded us that it’s not a museum. It’s natural that changes will come to the Happiest Place on Earth, and while I always look forward to…