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…
Welcome to Ask The Duchess – Vol. 67, 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. Where does the Disneyland Railroad stop? (submitted by Nora) The Disneyland Railroad has 4 stops. The […] Read more…
We’re now officially in the full swing of summertime, and the Disneyland Resort is packed. If you’re planning a trip this summer, make sure you always have two things with you: water and patience. You’ll need plenty of both! Last month was as busy as ever across the resort. From new characters to new construction […] Read more…
June 2021 – present LOCATION Avengers Campus – Shawarma Palace is located in the center of the campus, roughly across the way from the Quinjet building. If you’re visiting through the land’s main entrance, you’ll see it on your right, just as the path opens up into a courtyard. Shawarma Palace Too is on the […] Read more…
Source: Yesterland February 2001 – January 2018 LOCATION Paradise Pier – Treasures in Paradise drew attention right as visitors crossed into the south side of Paradise Pier. To find the shop, visitors crossed the boardwalk bridge. The shop stood on the left side, across from Ariel’s Grotto. EXPERIENCE Details: Merchandise – Miscellaneous tees, toys, and […] Read more…
Though the Haunted Mansion‘s happy haunts don’t fully materialize until Madame Leota summons them, you’ll still see some strange things before boarding your doom buggy. As you walk the long library hallway toward those buggies, keep your eyes peeled for a mysterious portrait. Source: Disney Parks Blog This is Miss April, a lovely young woman wearing […] Read more…
July 2020 – present LOCATION Downtown Disney – California Sole sits on the eastern side of the district. If you’re coming from the parks side of the district, keep to the right. You’ll see the orange awning just after Napolini Pizzeria. If you’re coming from the hotels side, keep to the left. California Sole will […] Read more…
As you walk through Galaxy’s Edge, you’ll see Storm Troopers and First Order flags clearly marking their territory. But on the outer edges of the land, you’ll see signs of a Resistance outpost. If you play your cards right, the guards outside may let you in. Shall we try our luck? We’re in! After a […] Read more…
June 2021 – present LOCATION Avengers Campus – WEB Suppliers faces the WEB Slingers show building, on the western side of the campus. If you’re coming from the land’s main entrance, you’ll see the shop on your right, roughly across from the ride entrance. And if you’re coming from the Hollywood Land or Cars Land […] 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…
Welcome to Ask The Duchess – Vol. 66, 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. I am traveling to Disneyland with a broken foot. I can technically walk (hobble) on it, […] Read more…
April is always a busy month at the Disneyland Resort, but this one felt wilder than ever. Between construction all over the place, tons of new concept art/announcements, and spring break crowds piling in, April was…a lot. Let’s take a look back at what happened. THE SUN SETS ON PARADISE PIER HOTEL This month, the […] Read more…
It’s A Small World might just be the most famous Disney parks attraction of all time. Some version of this ride appears at every resort worldwide except for Shanghai, and even casual Disney fans can sing its theme song…and get it stuck in their heads. But this post isn’t about the ride itself. Instead, let’s […] Read more…
Source: Disney Pal September 2006 – September 2010 LOCATION Golden State – Bountiful Valley Farm was a sprawling walkthrough on the eastern side of California Adventure. Guests could find it adjacent to the Pacific Wharf walkway, just after Sunshine Plaza. The Farmer’s Market stand was located in the center of the space, near San Andreas Shakes. […] Read more…