When walking through Galaxy’s Edge, you’ll probably notice an unassuming building with a line of people waiting outside. This is Oga’s Cantina, the central social hub of the area. And despite the building’s lack of exterior drama, it’s one of the most intricately detailed spaces in the land. When Imagineers developed Galaxy’s Edge, the goal […] Read more…
I’m of the opinion that there’s no better way to learn about Disneyland than to hear directly from the people that helped shape it. You get so much perspective on intention, engineering, and design that you’d never pick up on just from walking around the park. These Imagineer books are also how I learn about […] Read more…
June 2021 – present LOCATION Avengers Campus – Terran Treats straddles the line between Hollywood Land and Avengers Campus. To find this quick service spot, head toward Guardians of the Galaxy. You’ll see it to the left of the attraction, near the Hyperion Theater. EXPERIENCE Details: Service Type:Â Quick service Seating: None Reservations:Â No Entertainment:Â None Menu Terran […] Read more…
In California Adventure, Grizzly Peak is the quiet respite land. Despite having two major thrill rides, the land’s thick forests and winding trails make it a little haven in a busy park. The land transports you to a California state park…and every state park has a trail map. To find the Grizzly Peak Trail Map, […] Read more…
When you walk into the back of Adventureland, you find the Temple of the Forbidden Eye. This stone structure houses the Indiana Jones Adventure. While the ride attracts most of the attention, the building itself is an example of architectural storytelling, literally a bridge between the park and an attraction’s world. Imagineers faced a logistical […] Read more…
I know, I know. It is barely even mid-summer. For those of us who love the long days and warm sunshine, we are still firmly holding onto every bit of summer we can get. But the Disney parks operate on their own calendar, and the autumn rollout happens earlier every year. Whether you are ready […] Read more…
I’m obviously a Disney movie fan, but I’m not one of those that denounces any other animation. I absolutely love Shrek, which is why I’m happy to share one of my favorite hidden gems in today’s post: Shrek’s Outhouse. To start, head into Ray’s Berets in Bayou Country. Look up at the shelves. Among the bottles […] Read more…
December 2024 – present LOCATION Downtown Disney – D-Lander is located on the west end of the Downtown Disney District, next to Avengers Reserve. To find it, head toward the resort hotels and turn left at the open grass area with the stage. You’ll see the shop down the line of stores facing the green […] Read more…
Welcome to Ask The Duchess – Vol. 110, 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. Why do the ticket scan lines take SO LONG??? (submitted by Paula) Unfortunately some park visitors […] Read more…
I’m so sorry for missing the last few typical posting days! I have had the busiest work month I’ve experienced in years, and that combined with some surprise apartment building issues that took up a lot more time than I was expecting…I fell behind on almost everything, including blogging. But I’m getting back into the […] Read more…
August 2023 – present LOCATION San Fransokyo Square – Port of San Fransokyo Cerveceria faces the bay in California Adventure. To find it, cross the bridge or take one of the back paths into the square. You’ll see it next to the bridge and facing Pixar Pier; it’s the open beer garden with strung lights. […] Read more…
The smallest land in Disneyland has somehow had the most iterations. First there was the “Indian Village“. Then came Bear Country. Next Critter Country. And now, Bayou Country. In all of these themes, the trees outnumbered any buildings, and visitors traveled to a forest along the riverbank. While I’m not sure any bayous outside of […] Read more…
Bonanza Outfitters is Frontierland‘s largest shop (connecting facades out front to look like a bunch of smaller ones). You’ve probably visited and seen the racks and racks of clothing and the giant sock wall. But have you ever noticed the Wild West Portraits? These portraits depict famous figures from the American frontier, including Wild Bill […] Read more…
Welcome to Ask The Duchess – Vol. 109, 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. Do I need to pay admission to visit Downtown Disney? (submitted by Raina) Nope! You […] Read more…