Disneyland Archive
Walt Disney World and Disneyland have instituted a number of controversial rule changes that limit use of strollers, ban smoking in the parks, and prohibit loose ice. This post discusses the polarizing policies, what led to them, and “rumors” or urban legends that have arisen since these changes. (Updated October 2, 2022.) For starters, you
Disneyland has released new hotel discounts through Christmas 2022 with room-only deals for the general public and Magic Key passholders. This post shares the details about the special offers, commentary about whether this changes the off-site v. on-site calculus, and booking recommendations. These discounts are available at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, Disneyland Hotel,
Our ultimate guide to Christmas 2022 at Disneyland & Disney California Adventure offers tips & tricks for visiting during the holiday season. This provides info about seasonal ride overlays, fireworks, parades, entertainment, parties, decorations, and dates. (Updated September 25, 2022.) Disneyland will celebrate Christmas from November 11, 2022 through January 8, 2023. This is a
This 2022 Disney California Adventure and Disneyland ride refurbishment calendar lists temporary attraction closures so you know what won’t be operating before planning your vacation. Additionally, we offer info about reimagining projects that are underway to enhance experiences around the resort. (Updated September 25, 2022.) While no one wants attraction closures during their visit, they
Salt & Straw is an upscale ice cream scoop shop at Disney Springs in Walt Disney World and Downtown Disney in Disneyland. This review features photos, offer our take on flavors, and whether these desserts are worth your time, money, and stomach space while on vacation in California or Florida. (Updated September 24, 2022.) In
MagicBand+ is coming to Disneyland and Disney California Adventure in Fall 2022. This guide covers everything you need to know: base pricing, launch timeframe, how the MagicBand Plus will work at the parks, and our thoughts about MB+ after having used it extensively in Florida. For those who are unfamiliar with it, MagicBand+ (MB+) is
A lot was announced or revealed for Disneyland, California Adventure, Downtown Disney, and the hotels during the 2022 D23 Expo. Outside of entertainment, San Fransokyo from Big Hero 6, and the Marvels Multiverse attraction featuring King Thanos, we haven’t covered much of this. In part, that’s because there wasn’t a lot of big news for
Disney has revealed more photos about the ambitious reimagining of Mickey’s Toontown in Disneyland that will debut in 2023, alongside the new Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway ride. This post shares new photos, concept art, details on the changes, and an anticipated opening date. (Updated September 14, 2022.) For those who are unfamiliar with this
Our Halloween party plan for Oogie Boogie Bash offers a step-by-step itinerary for minimizing time waiting in lines for trick-or-treat trails, maximizing character meet & greets, seeing Frightfully Fun Parade, and avoiding crowds at Disneyland Resort’s hard ticket spook season event. For those who are unfamiliar with it, Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween
The Walt Disney Company’s 100th Anniversary will be the largest cross-company global celebration in its 100-year history, officially kicking off during Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest on ABC. This post details what we know thus far about Disneyland’s entertainment plans during Disney100. “Ten decades of creativity, innovation, and determination created The Walt
Disney announced another Marvel E-Ticket attraction during Josh D’Amaro’s “A Boundless Future: Disney Parks, Experiences and Products” presentation at D23 Expo 2022. In this post, we share ride details and a sneak peek at concept art for the future expansion to Avengers Campus in California. Plus, our commentary about what we’re expecting, the potential timeline,
