Happy December! This year is winding down quickly, but the Disneyland (and Disney wide) news seems to be ramping up. With new leadership at the company, we’re all wondering how the parks experience will change…and really hoping major guest experience problems get addressed. But while we wait for news from above, there’s still a lot […] Read more…
With an estimated 27,000 comics, the world of Marvel is RICH. There are so many stories, characters, and plot lines Disney can pull from as they continue to build Avengers Campus in California Adventure. Even now, in the land’s early stages, there are many little details for fans to discover. But Avengers Campus’ little details […] Read more…
How’s your holiday shopping going? I’m actually fairly organized this year and mostly done. But if you’re still working on it – or just needing some inspiration, I’ve gathered some Disneyland inspired items that may help you shop for your Disney-obsessed friends/family…or even yourself 🙂 Note: If you’re looking for even more ideas, many of […] Read more…
Galaxy’s Edge is Disneyland’s best known destination for a trip through a galaxy far, far away. But for decades now, park visitors have been boarding flights to many different planets, thanks to Star Tours. Let’s head over to Tomorrowland – seems like a good day for flying. Our trip begins like any other visit to […] Read more…
Source: Mickey Mouse Park 1956 – 1964 LOCATION Frontierland – The Bone Carving Shop was located within Davy Crockett Frontier Arcade. The Arcade faced Frontierland’s main entrance, catching the attention of visitors arriving from Main Street. Today, its location is part of the Pioneer Mercantile. EXPERIENCE Details: Merchandise – Bone jewelry, accessories, and small souvenirs […] Read more…
As you wander Grizzly Peak, you’ll likely be in search of a drink or snack. After all, flying around the world and riding the rapids can make you pretty thirsty! If that’s the case, this forested land has a little haven for you: Refreshment Point. This little spot opened in 2015, designed to resemble a […] Read more…
Source: Disney Wiki July 2011 – November 2014 LOCATION Paradise Pier – Phineas & Ferb held their dance party in Paradise Pier’s large open plaza, where Pacific Wharf, Grizzly Peak, and Paradise Pier met. Then and now, this plaza is right next to the Little Mermaid entrance. BACKGROUND California Adventure, like Disneyland, has its own […] Read more…
May 2019 – present LOCATION Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – Resistance Supply is tucked into a quiet corner of Galaxy’s Edge, unsurprisingly on the resistance-controlled side of the land. To find this shop, head to Rise of the Resistance and then keep going to the right of the attraction entrance. You’ll see the stand in the […] Read more…
Welcome to Ask The Duchess – Vol. 72, a monthly Q&A post covering a variety of resort-related topics. Ask The Duchess answers questions submitted by readers. If you have a question you’d like answered, send me a message here. 1. Are Disneyland shops owned by Disney? (submitted by Wesleigh) Yes. That wasn’t always the case – […] Read more…
It’s one of the wildest times of year at the Disneyland Resort. The moment Halloween season comes to a close, the holiday season swings right in without much of a breath in between. Let’s take a look back at October at the happiest place on Earth. HALLOWEEN CONCLUDES As I mentioned above, the Halloween season […] 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…
Source: All Ears October 2020 – March 2022 LOCATION Hollywood Land – The Backlot Premiere shop had two different entrances during its run. When it opened during the park’s COVID-19 closure, guests entered through a guided path, winding around the backstage area and directly into the shop. Once the park reopened, the entrance moved to […] Read more…
May 2019 – present LOCATION Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – The Creature Stall anchors the western side of Batuu’s marketplace. If you’re coming from the Rise of the Resistance side of the land, head through the square courtyard and into the row of shops. You’ll see the Creature Stall on your right, across the walkway […] Read more…