Disneyland Archive
Entertainment is the heart of the Disneyland and Disney California Adventure experience. Fantasmic, World of Color, Main Street Electrical Parade, fireworks, free-roaming characters, atmospheric musicians, and much more are a huge part of what make those theme parks special. This guide will cover what you need to know about shows, spectaculars, and everything else. I’ll start
The Viv Hotel Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott is a new AAA Four Diamond hotel near Disneyland Resort. This review features room photos, thoughts on amenities, and pros & cons of booking at this hotel versus its competitors. NOTE: The Viv Hotel Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel was previously the Radisson Blu Anaheim.
Disneyland has released new hotel discounts through Fall 2022 with room-only deals for the general public and Magic Key passholders. Plus, new on-site perks for resort guests that’ll debut this summer! This post shares the details about both the benefits and special offers, commentary about whether this changes the off-site v. on-site calculus, and booking
It’s going to be another great year for books about Walt Disney World and Disneyland, with some highly-anticipated titles coming out this fall in time for Christmas 2022. This post lists the coffee table books about which we’re most excited, with info and our “hype level” for each. We’re putting this most anticipated Disney book
With the 2022 D23 Expo now just under 3 months away, Walt Disney World and Disneyland fans are anxiously awaiting announcements for the parks’ next phase of growth. Rumors and wishful thinking are starting to swirl about what new attractions are on the horizon, with speculation about overhauls and expansion various lands and parks. Walt
Disneyland has announced dates, details, and prices for Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party, which will be held starting in early September and running through October 31, 2022. This post shares details of the announcement, what’s missing, and what else to expect. While Disneyland hasn’t released full details, we now have a pretty
This year’s Disney D23 Expo takes place September 9-11, 2022 in Anaheim, California. This guide covers the 3-day schedule, strategy, area hotel recommendations, tips for braving the crowds, and recommendations for things to do to improve your event experience. (Updated June 9, 2022.) Personally, I’m really looking forward to the 2022 D23 Expo. I’ve had
An opening year has been revealed (leaked? announced? I’m not really sure) for the reimagining of Splash Mountain inspired by the Princess and the Frog that’s coming to Disneyland and Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. This post shares new info and recaps past “progress” on the project. Plus, my commentary on whether it’s possible
Disneyland announced that it has “sold out” of all annual passes in its Magic Key program. This post shares details and commentary about why this is happening. Plus, thoughts on the timing of the news right before the start of summer blockouts and while a lawsuit is pending about AP reservations. As a quick recap,
Disneyland is offering a new multi-day ticket deal for California residents for Summer & Fall 2022. This post shares info & details about the limited-time offer, plus commentary about the intersection of this promo and returning entertainment, and historical comparisons. For a limited time, California residents can visit the Disneyland Resort theme parks for as
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge has no shortage of places to explore, attraction-worthy details, and cool Easter Eggs. This land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disneyland may only have two rides, but you’ll nonetheless want to spend a ton of time exploring its 14 acres. (Updated May 28, 2022.) High on the list of places to
