The Happiest Restaurants on Earth! When I travel to Disney on either coast, I love to try new restaurants. There are simply so many places to eat in Disneyland and Walt Disney World, and I have this strange compulsion to try to hit as many restaurants as possible! However, there are a few restaurants that…
Category: Disneyland Resorts Theme Parks
Disneyland and Disney California Adventure
Disneyland’s Rivers of America: a Retrospective
‘The Rivers of America to close for Star Wars Land’ was the headline on the info-splash my friend tagged me in on Facebook. My heart stopped. After all, one of the many things that make a ‘Magic Kingdom’ park is the brilliant use of water. In Disneyland (the prototype of these types of parks) you…
May the Force be With You on May the Fourth (Star Wars Day)
Ever since Disney acquired the Star Wars properties, they have been focusing synergy into the Parks. Most of you will have heard about the construction of the new Star Wars Land on both coasts, but how can a self-respecting Star Wars fan celebrate the 4th of May (otherwise known as Star Wars Day) before the…
A Tale of Two Winnie the Pooh Rides
Let’s take a ride into the Hundred Acre Wood! It’s no secret that I adore both Disneyland and Walt Disney World. One of the things I love about these places is that even attractions that have exactly the same name have subtle differences depending on which coast it’s on. For example, there’s The Many Adventures…
Seasons at Disneyland
When considering a trip to Disneyland, you’ll have some big questions before you even start planning. What time of year should I visit? What will the crowds and the weather be like? Are there any special events? Closures? While you may not have the freedom (or a magic wand) to have everything as you wish on your…
New Disneyland One Day Ticket Prices
When Disney Parks first announced that they were going to be changing the ticketing structure at the Disney Park Resorts, fans hit social media sites with concerns and questions. Would the ticket prices be affordable? What would happen with annual passes? How would the ticketing structure work? How would you know what day cost what?…
Where’s My Ride? — Differences Between Walt Disney World and Disneyland
If you’ve spent your entire Disney-fan career on one coast, you probably feel like an expert. You know which path gets you to Seven Dwarfs Mine Train the fastest at rope drop, or which set of gondolas won’t make you hurl on Mickey’s Fun Wheel. But when you visit a whole new World or Land for the…
3 Free Collectibles Available at Disneyland
Not long after Disneyland opened in 1955, the legendary A thru E ticket system was introduced to help spread guests throughout the park’s many attractions. Guests would buy a booklet of tickets, and, upon entering an attraction, would present a ticket to the cast member at the turnstile. The ticket system was replaced by the…
The French Market in Disneyland
Welcome to the French Market! The French Market, in New Orleans Square, is one of my favorite quick service spots at Disneyland. For starters, this place doesn’t feel like a quick service spot. Food is served cafeteria style. The seating is outdoors, under shade, with a view of the train station. If you’re lucky, you can…
Saving Money with Disney Gift Cards
We all know how exciting it is to save money on a Disney vacation, right? Even a small savings can help pay for some Mickey Bars or a t-shirt. TheMouseForLess has a great new way to help you save on your next trip. By using our link to Raise.com, you can save up to 4.5%…
You Are Here: The Starbucks Disney Coffee Mugs
I’m not much of a collector and when it comes to Disney collectibles I find it too daunting to even consider, but at the end of every Disney trip I wind up perusing the shops, trying to find something to commemorate my time at the Disney parks. Unfortunately, nothing’s had ever piqued my interest… that…
Cars Land Neon Lighting at Disney California Adventure
Something unexpected happens each evening in Disney California Adventure’s Cars Land. Without fanfare or published schedule, a magical moment from Cars comes to life as the area’s neon lights flicker on, just as in the movie. If you know when to watch, you can see the Cars Land neon lighting. I first heard about this phenomenon on a fan…