Disneyland Archive
We’ve all been rookies experiencing something new at some point. Our first trip to Disneyland was a comedy of errors, as we thought we were pros based upon our many trips to Walt Disney World. We couldn’t have been more wrong. This post offers tips for avoiding common mistakes people make when planning a Disneyland
Our Walt Disney World itineraries offer step-by-step strategy for single & multi-day visits to Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom. Plus, plans for touring Universal Studios Florida, Disneyland, Tokyo, Paris, and Hong Kong theme parks. These time-saving tips will help you avoid crowds, high wait times, and long lines for rides. (Updated February
Disney has released more details about the 2024 Star Wars Nite, the Disneyland After Dark special event during Season of the Force that’ll feature galactic entertainment, themed snacks, and unique photo ops. This covers what to expect during the party, plus when tickets will go on sale and how the virtual queue buying process is
Staying in an on-site or off-site hotel is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when booking your trip to Disneyland. This weighs the pros & cons, with an unbiased look at third party accommodations, official resort perks, value for money, and other aspects of deciding where to stay for your Southern California vacation.
Walt Disney World has officially announced the opening season for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Magic Kingdom! This shares the latest news, plus our predictions for a specific official opening date, brief preview & soft opening speculation, popularity among MK mountains, and a first look at the Audio Animatronics! In case you’re unfamiliar with it, Tiana’s
There tons of great books about Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Imagineering, biographies of designers & leaders, and more. This reviews the best of my library and coffee table books with beautiful concept art & archival photos. Our buying guide also offers links for finding inexpensive used copies. (Updated February 13, 2024.) Currently, an Amazon search
Disney is offering a new SoCal resident ticket deal for discount admission to Disneyland and California Adventure in 2024. Here are dates & details about the special offer, plus recommendations for when to use the ticket deal to avoid crowds, historical comparisons, and notable similarities & differences between this promo and past ones. (Updated February
Disney recently reiterated opening dates and timeframes in 2024 to 2026 for new rides, lands, restaurants, resorts, and more at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, the cruise ship expansion and parks in Paris, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Shanghai. This details the official timeline, plus our predictions about what opening dates are actually realistic based upon on-the-ground
Disneyland has tons of rides and entertainment, and doing everything at a comfortable pace requires a 2-day touring plan. Our time-saving Disneyland offers step-by-step strategy for park’s most popular attractions and experiences, including Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! In so doing, this offers suggestions for leisurely ways to “stop and smell the roses” and enjoy the
Moana is getting a surprise sequel, as Disney CEO Bob Iger announced that Moana 2, Walt Disney Animation’s all-new feature-length sequel to 2016’s Oscar-nominated film, will be released in theaters in 2024. This post shares the announcement, why this is coming out of left field, and what it could mean for Walt Disney World and beyond.
Our restaurant reviews offer food photos, menu info & tips, and recommendations on what to order at 300+ counter and table service dining spots at Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Tokyo, Paris, and beyond. We cover best & worst meals, value for money, and more to help you choose where to eat based upon theme, ambiance,