June 2018 – present LOCATION Pixar Pier – Knick’s Knacks faces the front entrance of Pixar Pier. If you walk across the bridge and under the marquee, you’ll see it on your left, across from Lamplight Lounge. If you’re arriving in Pixar Pier from the opposite side (near Boardwalk Pizza & Pasta), follow the main […] Read more…
Every devoted Marvel fan knows about gamma radiation. Not only is this powerful electromagnetic force emitted by the Infinity Stones, it is also the source of Bruce Banner’s hulk. So you might be surprised as you walk through Avengers Campus to see a pipe leaking gamma radiation into a garden. Most of the mini trees […] Read more…
June 2021 – present LOCATION Avengers Campus – The Ancient Sanctum is tucked into the only somewhat quiet corner in the campus. If you’re visiting from the land’s main entrance, you’ll see it on the right, just after WEB Suppliers. And if you’re visiting from the Cars Land or Hollywood Land entrances, head toward the […] Read more…
Avengers Campus draws fans of all ages into California Adventure. From the detailed ruins of the ancient sanctum to the towering fortress housing the Guardians of the Galaxy, Marvel fans have a new stomping ground to explore within the park. I’m particularly fond of the sanctum – the architectural details are really stunning and it […] Read more…
June 2021 – present LOCATION Avengers Campus – The Pym Test Kitchen faces the central courtyard of Avengers Campus. If you’re coming from the main entrance to the land, walk toward Mission Breakout. You’ll see the seating area on your left before you hit the Quinjet building. And if you’re coming from the Hollywood Land […] Read more…
June 2021 – present LOCATION Avengers Campus – The WEB building is one of the largest in the campus, so it’s hard to miss. The best way to get there is by entering through the land’s “main” entrance – walk from Buena Vista Street toward Pixar Pier, turn left into the campus, and you’ll see […] Read more…
BACKGROUND The first hint of a Marvel-themed area arriving at the Disneyland Resort came in 2017, when the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror transformed into Mission: BREAKOUT!. At the time, this building sat in Hollywood Land, and soon, superheroes began making meet and greet appearances in the area. But given the massive success and overwhelming […] Read more…
Paradise Gardens Park is a magnificently open land. Its southern border is Paradise Bay, and park’s attractions all face the waterway, giving guests beautiful views from almost everywhere. You’ve probably seen photos of the waterfront countless times, but many of the best views are actually found with your back to the bay! From this vantage […] Read more…
Hey there, fellow visitor to Radiator Springs! Are you headed to the race track today? We’ve been invited to join the race – come on, I’ll show you the way. Honestly, the path to the racetrack is one of the most stunning parts of Radiator Springs. We’ll pass under bridges, around clusters of cacti, and […] Read more…
Paradise Gardens Park overlooks a gorgeous waterfront, and it’s easy to find yourself wandering toward the water’s edge to admire the view. But one special attraction goes a step further, inviting you to take a dip under the sea. Welcome to the Aquarium, home of Princess Ariel and all of her friends. The Little Mermaid […] Read more…
As I put together these “Unusual Angles” albums, some lands are just so easy to photograph. Places like New Orleans Square or Grizzly Peak have so many different walkways, vantage points, and different ways to look at the spaces. But others are massively difficult. Pixar Pier has been my biggest challenge so far – how do […] Read more…
Pacific Wharf pays tribute to a massive chunk of northern and central California. From the vineyards of Napa Valley to the canneries of Monterey Bay, this area has so many architectural details and design elements to explore. The next time you visit California Adventure, take some time to really explore this area if you can. […] Read more…
Buena Vista Street is a special little land in California Adventure. It’s the only one in the park designed to feel like a real, living neighborhood – complete with newspapers, local transportation, and visible apartments. And if you visit Atwater Ink and Paint Art Supply, next to Trolley Treats, you’ll find more evidence of daily […] Read more…
Visitors to Cars Land might not know it, but they’re all invited to Luigi’s! He’s throwing a party with all of his cousins from Carsoli, complete with dancing and lots of fun. Shall we stop by? I think Luigi said to walk through his shop and meet him out back. Luigi is very proud of […] Read more…