May 2024 – present LOCATION Downtown Disney – Centrico’s location suits its name (“central” in Spanish). The restaurant sits at the center of Downtown Disney, approximately halfway between the park gates and resort hotels. You can’t miss the spot if you walk through the district from either direction; it’s exactly where Uva Bar used to […] Read more…
One of the most common questions I get from readers is, “Can I bring my own water bottle into the park?” And the answer is YES! (so long as it’s not glass). Not only are guests welcome to avoid buying an overpriced plastic Dasani during their visit, they are invited to use a super handy […] Read more…
Source: MiceChat March 1972 – November 1988 LOCATION Bear Country – Ursus H. Bear’s Wilderness Outpost stood at the “end” of Bear Country, making it a true outpost in western Disneyland. Today, this shop is home to Lous’ Critter Club, within the land of Bayou Country. EXPERIENCE Details: Merchandise – country-themed souvenirs, miscellaneous apparel, and […] Read more…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! I personally LOVE the holiday season, as much as I appreciate Disneyland’s halloween celebration. This year’s festivities start next week, running from November 15 through January 6. Source: Disneyland Resort THE BEST DECOR SPOTS Disneyland, California Adventure, and Downtown Disney all bring out the shiny decor for […] Read more…
Welcome to Ask The Duchess – Vol. 92, a monthly Q&A post covering a variety of resort-related topics. Ask The Duchess answers questions submitted by readers. If you have a question you’d like answered, send me a message here. 1. Are more Disneyland restaurants going to offer alcoholic beverages in the future? (submitted by Clara) I […] Read more…
Happy dia de los muertos! I hope your spooky season was filled with fun and lots of candy. Now that we’re into November, the Disneyland Resort is switching over to its holiday decor. But October wrapped up the Halloween festivities with some new offerings, attraction previews, and a beautiful new lounge at the Disneyland Hotel. […] Read more…
Hello, fellow happy haunts. We’re just two days away from Halloween, and this season at the Disneyland Resort was a ton of fun. Between Oogie Boogie Bashes, roaming villains, and spooky decorations across both parks, the whole resort fully embraced the celebration in 2024. Here’s a quick look back at Halloween across the resort…and then […] Read more…
All Imagineers bring a magic touch to the parks – from artists to engineers to architects. And some don’t neatly fall into one category. That’s the case for today’s spotlight, C. Randy Bright, a true renaissance man within Imagineering. Source: D23 Long Beach native Bright (born in 1938) started out on a very non-artistic track, […] Read more…
As a 90s kid, Disney VHS tapes were the soundtrack to my childhood. I’ll still never forgive my mom (or myself) for throwing them out – I can still smell the boxes and hear the sound of the “rewinder” before putting them back on the shelf! But there’s one Disney VHS I have particular fondness […] Read more…
Avengers Campus is home to superheroes at the Disneyland Resort, with a vast collection of galactic artifacts on display in the Collector’s Fortress. But just steps away, another shop houses the most powerful artifacts in the known universe. Let’s head over to the Avengers Vault. On the back wall of the shop, between the goods […] Read more…
If you’ve ever seen or attended a media event involving any of the Disney Parks, you’ve probably seen Disney Ambassadors. These figureheads (now appointed for roughly a year term each) make appearances at big events, travel to promote their respective parks, and host special VIP visitors, among other miscellaneous promotional duties. But this program started […] Read more…
In Mickey’s Toontown, the place to catch a show (and maybe a ride on a runaway train…?) is none other than El CapiToon Theater. This building arrived in Toontown in 2023, and has become one of the most photographed and popular places in the land. Let’s take a closer look. El CapiTOON Theater’s name spoofs […] Read more…
January 1976 – present LOCATION New Orleans Square – Tiana’s Palace sits along the Rivers of America waterfront in the square. To find this spot, head through the land toward the Haunted Mansion. You’ll see the courtyard on your left, just before the walkway to the train station. EXPERIENCE Details: Service Type – quick service […] Read more…
Welcome to Ask The Duchess – Vol. 91, a monthly Q&A post covering a variety of resort-related topics. Ask The Duchess answers questions submitted by readers. If you have a question you’d like answered, send me a message here. 1. If I have to cancel a planned Disneyland trip, can I change the name on the […] Read more…