As a native New Englander, it’s always been hard for me to feel like it’s holiday time when it’s sunny and warm in California. It’s rarely snowy in December in Massachusetts, but it’s cold and you can actually wear your cozy sweaters! But a quick walk through Disneyland can quickly change your mood if you […] Read more…
Note: this post covers Disneyland’s refurbishment “season”, from January-March. For current scheduled closures, please visit here. Due to the COVID-19 closure, it’s actually been a few years since Disneyland had a true refurbishment season. This isn’t an official event, like the Halloween or holiday season. Instead, the park stacks a few larger refurbishment projects into the […] Read more…
Happy Halloween! As someone that really doesn’t care that much about this holiday in regular life, I have to say…Disneyland does it right. From the decor to the snacks to Oogie Boogie Bash, Halloween is so much fun at the Disneyland Resort. While I sadly did not make it to an Oogie Boogie Bash this […] Read more…
I’m always excited when I learn about firsts for women in different industries. The woman you’re about to meet has such a distinction: the first woman production designer. Her career spanned some of the most famous movies of all time, before leading her to the world of Imagineering. Allow me to introduce Dorothea Redmond. Source: […] Read more…
The Disneyland Resort visitor experience is about to change forever. Starting October 26th, guests will now have the option to use MagicBand+, a system that’s been in place in Walt Disney World for years. MagicBand+ isn’t just a new wristband to collect…it’s a multi-purpose tool meant to make your trip a little easier and add […] Read more…
Fall is in full swing at the Disneyland Resort, which means one thing…the park is already full focused on the upcoming holiday season. During the Halloween season, Disney always announces the holiday lineup, and this year’s offerings will run from November 11 through January 8. Source: Disneyland Resort LANDS THAT GET INTO THE SPIRIT Disneyland, California […] Read more…
The internet is mostly awesome. You have access to unlimited information, ALL of the time. But that also means a lot of nonsense gets circulated, ALL of the time. And that’s definitely true for Disneyland “facts” and tips. Most people that have visited the parks know tall tales when they read them, but there’s one […] Read more…
This past weekend, Disney fans from near and far gathered in Anaheim to celebrate D23 2022, the (usually) bi-annual convention where Disney reveals its upcoming projects, across the film studios, parks, cruise lines, and more. On Sunday, D23 held its Disney Parks panel. While the panel talked about all of the resorts worldwide, this recap […] Read more…
Critter Country is an interesting case at the Disneyland Resort. This “new” land wasn’t really new; it was a moderate re-theming of an existing space. So when searching for concept art, you’ll find a mix of Bear Country and Critter Country. And that makes sense, because many of the structural elements present in Critter Country […] Read more…
Summertime at Disneyland is both a wonderful and dreadful experience at the same time. The park is bursting with color, energy, and entertainment…but the crowds are overwhelming and the heat can be brutal. It can be easy to write off summertime at the resort as “too much”, but if you look through this album, I […] Read more…
Welcome back to another round of park snapshots! This edition is a mix of old and new – some photos from this spring, and some I’ve been holding onto for years. I hope you enjoy this virtual walkthrough and it holds you over until your next trip. Fowler’s Harbor is always so quiet. It’s such […] Read more…
I swear, I write these posts earlier and earlier every year. We’re not even at the 4th of July, and Disneyland has already announced what’s coming for the Halloween season! From September 2 to October 31, your favorite overlays, spooky treats, and after-hours parties will be returning to the resort. Source: Disney Parks Blog ATTRACTION […] Read more…
If you’ve seen my previous posts on concept art, you know that design evolves over time. These images are not meant to be blueprints – they convey the look and feel of a land rather than exact imagery. In that spirit, Buena Vista Street‘s concept art is quite the mixed bag. Some images could be […] Read more…
There’s something special about springtime at Disneyland. The park blooms with flowers, from the carefully manicured beds on Main Street to the sunken gardens in Paradise Gardens Park. You’ll see ducklings exploring the resort’s various bodies of water, hidden Easter Eggs decorated as classic characters, and the return of the Food and Wine festival, which […] Read more…