If there is one food that wraps up everything I love about Disneyland in a puffy little package, it would be a beignet. Mmm, Mickey-shaped, airy, powdered-sugar delights that practically melt in your mouth. If you’re looking for beignets at Disneyland, then you’ll find them at the Mint Julep Bar in New Orleans Square. The…
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Disneyland Resorts
Disney’s Happiest Haunts Tour – A Review
During Halloween Time, Disneyland offers the themed Disney’s Happiest Haunts Tour. For years this tour has proven extremely popular but in 2016 the tour’s entire scope was changed. No longer is the tour the immersive, storytelling, villain stopping play. Now this tour has grown into a full, history driven expedition into one of the most…
The Red Car Trolley in California Adventure
Our attraction at Disneyland is both a show and a ride. The Red Car Trolley in California Adventure mimics an old-fashioned trolley line from the 1930s, the era of the park’s Buena Vista Street. Several times each day, the trolley hosts a compact show that is upbeat, easy to view, and entertaining for all ages. Consequently, It’s one…
The Frightfully Fun Parade at Mickey’s Halloween Party
Eerie projections entertain before the parade My family experienced Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland Park for the first time on September 30th. One of the things we did not want to miss was the Frightfully Fun Parade. This is the first year this particular parade was running down Main Street, U.S.A. For those of you…
The Halloween Time Display at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel
All throughout Disneyland Resort, Halloween Time brings cheerful and colorful Halloween decorations and activities. The Halloween Time display at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel is just one example. Located in Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa’s foyer, the display has materialized for the last few years. Each year it is different and each year it…
Mickey’s Halloween Party Dinner Package at the Blue Bayou – a review
Disneyland is offering a new treat this Halloween Time. For those guests who attend the special Halloween Party ticketed event, reservations can be made for the Mickey’s Halloween Party Dinner Package at the Blue Bayou. On October 7, my family and I had advance reservations and very little idea as to just what we…
Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland
Welcome, foolish mortals, to Mickey’s Halloween Party! On September 30th, my family and I enjoyed Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland Park. This is a special ticketed event held on select evening in the Fall. On nights when the party is being held, Disneyland Park closes to regular guests at 7:00 p.m., and only people who…
Things I’m Looking Forward to At Mickey’s Halloween Party
Disneyland Park decked out for Halloween You’d think, after going on Disney trips since 1976, I’d have seen it all and done it all. But you’d be dead wrong. The world of Disney travel has exploded since Walt first built his sweet little park in 1955. And there are plenty of items I need to…
Animation Academy at Disney California Adventure
One attraction at Disneyland is a show, a interactive activity, and a souvenir too. The Animation Academy at California Adventure allows you to express your inner artist by drawing some of your favorite Disney characters. You’re probably more talented than you think! The Animation Academy is inside of the Disney Animation building in Hollywood Land. After…
Disneyland’s Halloween Time 2016: an Overview of the Fun to be Had
Have you heard? Disneyland has scared up some fun for those of you who are spending time at the Disneyland Resort between September 9 and October 31, and there is definitely something haunting coming this Halloween Time. I suppose that I should disclose that I love Halloween Time. September and October are wonderful months to…
5 Ways to Avoid Disney Discount Disappointment
It’s heartbreaking, frustrating, and my own fault. I was counting on a promotion that would result in a discount for my family’s upcoming Disney World vacation. As my son gets older, it becomes more and more difficult to coordinate a trip during the school year. We had the perfect plan, go during a short…
Disneyland app features
While Disneyland hasn’t yet adopted the My Disney Experience tools or MagicBands found at Walt Disney World, they do have a very handy app to help you find your way around the resort. Let’s explore some of the Disneyland app features. You can find the Disneyland app free in the iTunes store or on Google…