Recently, my family (mother, father, sister, and I) went to Disneyland for the first time. We are Walt Disney World veterans, and really wanted to enjoy our time in California. Knowing that we needed to get a good viewing spot for the World of Color nighttime show at Disney’s California Adventure, we decided to book…
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A Tale of Two Haunted Mansions
Disneyland‘s Haunted Mansion When hinges creak in darkened chambers And strange and frightening sounds echo through the halls Whenever candlelights flicker where the air is deathly still That is the time when ghosts are present Practicing their terror with ghoulish delight! The Haunted Mansion is high most Disney lovers’ list of top attractions. Few theme…
Great Details in the Monsters, Inc. Queue
The Monsters, Inc. franchise has an outpost in Hollywood Land at Disney California Adventure. The attraction, subtitled “Mike and Sulley to the Rescue,” takes you on a classic dark ride journey through scenes from the hit 2011 Pixar movie. Before you ride, the queue entertains you with some interesting tidbits that keep your attention and refer…
Soundsational Parade at Disneyland
Disneyland’s daytime parade, Soundsational, features great songs and joyful performers. It may be overshadowed in some fans’ minds by its nighttime counterparts, the Main Street Electrical Parade and Paint the Night parade, but it holds its own. Come take a look at this vibrant celebration of music! First, you’ll want to find a spot to watch the…
Mickey Pancakes for the Soul: 5 Unexpected Benefits of a Disneyland Trip
Before I begin, I should clarify one important detail. Despite the curious title, this blog will not be a review of the Mickey Mouse pancake. This is also not a tribute to the wonders of the iconic breakfast treat at Disneyland Resort’s Rancho del Zocalo restaurant, nor is this a step-by-step tutorial on how…
A Tale of Two Buzz Lightyear Rides
Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin The Evil Emperor Zurg is up to no good – on two coasts! Unfortunately for him, Buzz Lightyear has recruited park guests, er, I mean, Space Rangers, to help him take the no good Zurg down one and for all! The Disneyland and Walt Disney World versions of this ride…
Mouse Memories: Remembering Disneyland’s Springtime Roundup
This is the first entry in an ongoing series I am calling “Mouse Memories,” in which I will look back at specific momentous occasions that took place at Disneyland Resort in years past, as well as extinct events, decorations, attractions, merchandise and beyond. I will also share personal stories, recollections and photos from some…
Disneyland Resort’s Egg-stravaganza 2017 – 10 Tips to Enjoy This Eggs-traordinary Event!
At Disneyland Resort, the last few months of each year are dedicated to celebrating the one-two punch of Halloween Time and the Holidays, with only a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it pause between the two seasons. However, after the rapid-fire succession of pumpkins, candy canes and winter sweater-clad characters have faded into the mist and the last traces…
The Main Street Electrical Parade Returns Home
“Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls! Disneyland proudly presents our spectacular festival pageant of nighttime magic and imagination. In thousands of sparkling lights, and electro-synthe-magnetic musical sounds: the Main Street Electrical Parade!” Since 1972, that announcement has let Disney fans across the world know that the fun was about to arrive and they were about…
What to do when it’s Super Busy at Disney California Adventure
Disney California Adventure‘s headliners always draw a crowd, but peak days can make a visit to Disneyland‘s second park a real struggle. If you don’t want to spend you vacation day stuck in endless lines, you’ll want to be prepared and know what to do when it’s super busy at Disney California Adventure. 1. Be one…
What to do When it’s Super Busy at Disneyland
We’re heading into spring break season, which means heavy crowds will be descending upon Disneyland as families take advantage of school vacations to visit the Mouse. When lines get long and patience gets short, it’s a good idea to have a back-up plan to waiting in endless lines. We’ll tell you what to do when…
Tips for Riding Up Front on the Monorail at Disneyland
The monorail at Disneyland works differently than its sibling at Walt Disney World. Instead of being transportation between resorts and theme parks, it has only two stops, one of which ends inside of Disneyland. And a unique experience only available now at Disneyland is the chance to ride in the nose cone. Join us as we ride…