Last week marked the dawn of a new era for the Disneyland Resort. 13 years after Iron Man kicked off the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), our favorite gang of heroes finally found a home within California Adventure. Welcome to Avengers Campus. Source: Disneyland Resort The land officially opened to guests on June 5, but the party […] Read more…
Most Disneyland fans know that Imagineers are amazingly talented people. They design and create one-of-a-kind attractions, pushing the boundaries of both storytelling and technology. And unfortunately, many park visitors know so little about the people that created their favorites spaces within the parks. So welcome to a new series: Imagineer Influence, where we’ll take a […] Read more…
If you’ve ever stopped for some Dole Whip or just a moment’s rest inside the Tropical Hideaway, you may have noticed some names on the back wall. But who are they? Meet the SEA These are members of the Society of Explorers and Adventurers (SEA for short), a fictional troop filled with all kinds of […] Read more…
After a year of almost no news to report at the Disneyland Resort, we now have two surprise announcements two weeks in a row! This week’s announcement is not a solid plan – it’s a proposal. Basically, it’s a virtual vision board with concepts for Disneyland’s future: called DisneylandForward. This proposal seeks to expand the Disneyland […] Read more…
After more than a year of closed gates, the Disneyland Resort finally has an official reopening date. Disneyland and California Adventure will both welcome guests starting April 30, but things will be a little different. Here’s what you need to know. State Guidelines Will Limit Visitors In accordance with California state guidelines, Disneyland will operate […] Read more…
For the time being, Disneyland California Adventure cannot open and operate normally. But starting this month, California Adventure will be offering a special ticketed event that will open up more of the park. This event, “A Touch of Disney”, will follow the model of the Food & Wine Festival. From March 18 to April 5 […] Read more…
This week is a special week for the Disneyland Resort. On February 8, California Adventure turned 20 years old. Over the last 20 years, DCA (Disney California Adventure) has grown, changed, and evolved dramatically – adding new lands, merging old ones, and re-designing vast areas more than once. Though at first the park lived in […] Read more…
It’s extremely difficult to get permission to film ANYTHING on Disney property – so it’s not a surprise that very few movies ever show the parks. But over the years, a few shots of Disneyland have made their way onto the big screen – sometimes with permission, sometimes without it. Here’s a list of movies […] Read more…
Sometimes, age doesn’t guarantee success. For the most part, if a Disneyland attraction survives a few years, it’s probably going to stay in the park. But every so often, whether it be a changing land, waning interest, or re-theming, decades-old attractions close their doors for good. Here are the 10 oldest attractions in the park […] Read more…
Tons and tons of artists have lent their imaginations to Disneyland throughout the years. One artist, however, had a creative vision that captured Walt’s imagination. In fact, Walt trusted her so much that he called on her to design one of his biggest ever park projects. Her name was Mary Blair, and she brought bold colors, […] Read more…
Note: this post will be continually updated as Disney releases new information and details regarding the reopening. All comments will go through admin moderation and political and/or rude comments will not be approved. UPDATE: MARCH 9, 2021 Still no specific reopening date yet, but during today’s shareholder meeting, Chapek assured the public Disney is already […] Read more…
If you’ve ever been to Disneyland, you’ve probably experienced the “hangover” once you get home…that tired, ache-y, FOMO feeling, even though you just got home. Nothing cures the Disneyland hangover quite like another trip, but there are a few other things you can do in the meantime to bounce back after visiting the mouse. Recharge […] Read more…
With the closures from COVID-19 back in March, Disneyland had a sadly short spring season this year. We didn’t get to see as much of the baby ducks, blooming flowers, and spring decor as we normally do. But I did get the chance to visit shortly before the craziness started, and managed to capture a […] Read more…
Missing the Disneyland resort during this crazy time? Since for the time being we can’t go visit Mickey, the Disneyland App is here to bring a little bit of the magic to us! Head to the app store and you’ll see an update for the app, featuring tons of new categories and entertainment. Source: Disney […] Read more…