August marks the fourth month of the Diamond Jubilee, and the party shows no signs of slowing down. The castle is still covered in its sparkly diamond overlay, which looks especially beautiful at night (but it’s hard to fully capture in a picture!). Though there was little in the way of refurbishments in August, the […] Read more…
If you’ve ever taken the time to wander the streets of New Orleans Square, you know this land is filled to the brim with beautiful architecture and ornamental details. But did you know that one of these details is a nod to Walt Disney and his brother, Roy? To find this hidden gem, stand just to […] Read more…
Source: DHI July 1955 – September 1997 LOCATION Tomorrowland – Circarama/Circle-Vision 360 was located right at the edge of the land, overlooking Main Street USA. Guests arriving through the main entrance to Tomorrowland found the theater on the left, across from the Monsanto Hall of Chemistry. The theater building is now part of Buzz Lightyear […] Read more…
April 2003 – April 2017 LOCATION Hollywood Land – If you followed the main path from Buena Vista Street, you’d find the Disney Junior theater on your right, across from Award Wieners. BACKGROUND When Hollywood Land opened as the Hollywood Pictures Backlot in 2001, this land was all about glitz and glamour – and the […] Read more…
May 2015 – April 2016 LOCATION Hollywood Land – To reach the Sing-Along Celebration, guests followed the main path from Buena Vista Street, toward the Hyperion Theater. The Crown Jewel Theater was to the left, behind the seating area for Award Wieners. BACKGROUND For The First Time In Forever: A Sing-Along Celebration was originally one part of Frozen Fun, […] Read more…
October 2008 – present LOCATION Fantasyland – Along with the Disney Princess Fantasy Faire, Pixie Hollow is one of the two remote sections of Fantasyland, disconnected from the main land behind the castle. The entrance to Pixie Hollow is located off of Main Street USA. Turn right at the castle, toward the Matterhorn Bobsleds. You’ll […] Read more…
Source: Ebay IMG Rainbow Mountain Stagecoach: July 1955 – September 1959 Conestoga Wagons: August 1955 – September 1959 LOCATION Frontierland – The Rainbow Mountain Stagecoach and the Conestoga Wagons shared a large trail along the rear of Frontierland. To board one of the vehicles, guests walked down the main Frontierland street to the loading area, […] Read more…
June 2012 – present LOCATION Buena Vista Street – The Red Car Trolley makes two stops on Buena Vista Street. The first is at the entry plaza, near the lockers. The second is in front of Carthay Circle. Hollywood Land – The Trolley also makes two stops in Hollywood Land. The first is in front […] Read more…
Source: Mouse Planet February 2001 – July 2011 LOCATION Sunshine Plaza – Guests arriving in California Adventure could find the California Zephyr in Sunshine Plaza, the park’s entrance point and largely open walkthrough land. After walking underneath the Golden Gate Bridge, guests could turn left at the center plaza and find the Zephyr on the […] Read more…
Collecting character autographs is a favorite past time among Disney fans, but how many of us ever go back and flip through our autograph books? If you’re looking for a different way to remember meeting your favorite Disney heroes and villains, try making a Character Autograph Photo! This craft puts a spin on traditional autograph […] Read more…
There are tons of beautiful places to take family photos in Disneyland, but some are especially fun, since they have park landmarks in the background. The park has ten designated “Nikon Picture Spots”, marked with signs, and each usually has a PhotoPass photographer on hand to capture memories for guests. The following is the complete […] Read more…
BASIC INFO App Name: Disneyland Company Name: Disney App Price: Free Free version: N/A HOW IT WORKS Disneyland’s first official app has finally arrived! Use the app’s detailed maps to find locations of shops, restaurants, and bathrooms at the resort, check official wait times for attractions, and check the calendar for park hours and show […] Read more…