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…
After a two year hiatus, California Adventure’s most popular annual festival is BACK! Food & Wine, a celebration of California cuisine, will run in the park from March 4 – April 26. This event is open to all guests of the park without a separate ticket, and you’ll find activities across Hollywood Land, Pacific Wharf, and […] 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…
Here we go again! It’s so wonderful to hear how many of you share my enthusiasm for miscellaneous Disneyland photos. Whether I’m getting excited for an upcoming trip or just strolling through memory lane, I really enjoy looking back at different places throughout the parks. So please enjoy another round of park snapshots from my […] Read more…
It’s no secret that Main Street USA is bursting with hidden details for guests to uncover. Some are more interactive, like the Party Line Phones, while others are more subdued, like the Hitching Posts. One of my favorite little details serves like a historical timeline for one particular product: Coca Cola. Let’s head over to […] Read more…
In a land as energetic and colorful as Toontown, it’s hard to know what to look at first. But as you leave downtown and head toward the western side of the area, your eye will go to one building above all the rest: Mickey’s House. Let’s take a closer look at the home of Disneyland’s […] Read more…
Welcome to Ask The Duchess – Vol. 63, 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. How do you define what you call a “hidden gem” on the blog? (submitted by Mia) […] Read more…
I am back! After taking a month long break from blogging, I’m catching up on the latest happenings across the happiest place on earth. And maybe I’m just out of the loop, but it doesn’t seem like anything too crazy happened while I was away…? Let’s take a look back at January at the Disneyland […] Read more…
With 2021 being such an unpredictable year, I fully expected December at the resort to be crazy. But honestly, this month was fairly tame. We do have a few new offerings and a recap of the end of the holiday season, but otherwise? Disneyland decided to end the year without much drama (thankfully!). Let’s take […] Read more…
October 2021 – present LOCATION Main Street USA – The Plaza Point Holiday Shoppe faces the hub, overlooking the Partners Statue and the castle behind it. To find the shop, head down the street while facing the castle. You’ll see the shop’s entrance on the right, across from the Refreshment Corner. EXPERIENCE Details: Merchandise – […] Read more…
Christmas Eve has always been one of my favorite days of the year. I love the mix of cheer, excitement, and extra sparkle from holiday decorations – especially at Disneyland! From the massive tree on Main Street to the shiny streamers in Cars Land, the resort goes all in on the fun. And that goes […] Read more…
Galaxy’s Edge isn’t the only place in Disneyland to find hints of Star Wars. You can visit Star Tours and shop at Star Trader in Tomorrowland, and if you wander through Downtown Disney…you’ll see a special hidden gem from the sequel trilogy: Rey’s Speeder. Rey uses her speeder in The Force Awakens to travel to and from […] Read more…
While most people are still totally focused on reaching the end of the year and getting through the madness of the holidays, Disneyland already has eyes on the next event on the calendar: Lunar New Year Celebration 2022! From January 21 to February 13, Paradise Gardens Park will host festivities marking the year of the […] Read more…
January 2020 – present LOCATION Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – Rise of the Resistance is hidden on the outskirts of Black Spire Outpost, tucked away from the First Order. To find the attraction, head toward the Critter Country side of Galaxy’s Edge. You’ll see the entrance across the walkway from some docked ships, just before […] Read more…