Happy March! Here in California we’ve had a month of dreary weather (cold and massive amounts of rain), so I’m looking forward to a brighter, warmer month in April (fingers crossed). But the grey skies didn’t stop Disneyland from lots of work this month. From a land re-opening to a major attraction showing an error […] Read more…
May 2011 – July 2019 LOCATION Main Street USA & Fantasyland – Mickey’s Soundsational Parade followed the typical Disneyland parade route. It started in Fantasyland, near It’s A Small World. From there it continued past the Matterhorn, around the hub in front of the castle, and down Main Street. It ended at the town square, […] Read more…
Whenever I see pictures of Avengers Campus on social media, I tend to see the same couple of vantage points (the Quinjet with Guardians of the Galaxy behind it being the most popular). And don’t get me wrong; they’re great shots I’ve also taken myself. But on my last few trips, I’ve been really trying […] Read more…
After roughly a year and a half of construction and anticipation, Mickey’s Toontown has officially reopened it’s gates to the public. Mickey’s neighborhood has gone through substantial changes, all focused on one key word: play. Everything (yes, everything) from the water fountains to the grassy spaces is meant to be interactive for guests of all […] Read more…
With the reopening of Mickey’s Toontown just days away, I thought it would be fun to look back at the concept art that shaped Disneyland’s wild child land. This redesign gives us two different eras of concept art to look through: the original, leading up to the grand opening in 1993, and the updated, teasing […] Read more…
Source: Disneyland Resort January 2001 – present LOCATION Grand Californian – Acorn Gifts & Goods faces the hotel’s massive central room, so it’s hard to miss. Whether you’re coming from the front door or Downtown Disney, make your way to the lounge and turn your back to the hearth. You’ll see it in front of you […] Read more…
Each building in New Orleans Square houses elaborate decorations. From the cobwebs lining the Haunted Mansion‘s halls to the sparkling crystal in Cristal d’Orleans, everything feels intentional and helps tell the land’s story. But one hidden gem within the square went so far as to inspire a character from one of Disney’s most successful franchises. […] Read more…
December 2021 – present LOCATION Downtown Disney – Pelé is located right in the center of Downtown Disney, in the round courtyard. If you’re coming from the parks, keep to the left of the main path and you’ll see it just past Sprinkles. If you’re coming from the hotels side, turn right after Wonderground Gallery […] Read more…
Happy March! It’s almost springtime at the Disneyland Resort, which is such a happy time to visit. With flowers blooming everywhere, refurbishment season ending, and the Food & Wine Festival taking over California Adventure, there’s always so much to see and do. But as we near the end of winter at the resort, a few […] Read more…