Disneyland often feels like its own world. And for many years, that world had its own currency! From 1987 to 2016, Disneyland visitors could use Disney Dollars at the park and in Downtown Disney. The bills, which looked similar to US dollars, essentially worked like gift cards. Visitors purchased dollars in set denominational amounts, which could […] Read more…
April 2009 – present LOCATION Fantasyland – Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique is appropriately located in the castle courtyard. If you enter Fantasyland through the castle, you’ll find it on the left, just after the entrance to the Castle Walkthrough. If you arrive in Fantasyland from Frontierland or Tomorrowland’s walkways, you’ll find the shop on the right, […] Read more…
June 2018 – present LOCATION Pixar Pier – The Pal-A-Round is the tallest landmark south of Grizzly Peak, so it’s hard to miss – but the entrance is a little hidden. To find the entryway, just keep moving toward the base of the wheel. You’ll see it as the path slopes toward the water, between […] Read more…
This Saturday marks a special occasion at the Disneyland Resort: the 10th annual “Celebrate Gospel”. This event occurs every February, and serves as the resort’s acknowledgement of Black History Month. Source: Disney Parks Blog Celebrate Gospel is not a ticketed event; it’s included with park admission into California Adventure. Hollywood Land‘s Stage 17 will host […] Read more…
This year marks a special anniversary for Mickey and Minnie…90 years! To celebrate, the Disneyland Resort is hosting a celebration all spring long, complete with new entertainment, specialty food and merchandise, and lots of ways to participate in the fun. MICKEY’S MIX MAGIC Source: OC Register The celebration features a new nighttime show: Mickey’s Mix […] Read more…
At Disneyland, the scenery becomes critical to each land’s storytelling. Visitors believe they’ve been transported into another world because they’re surrounded by it; every shop, garden, and pathway works together to create an immersive experience. These tricks extend up above your sightline, to the very top of Disneyland’s staged worlds. The rooftops in Disneyland help […] Read more…
Headed to the Disneyland Resort on February 11? Stop by Hollywood Land in California Adventure for an exclusive chance to celebrate the Anaheim Ducks. Here’s what to expect during the celebration: Fan Headquarters Head over to Stage 17 in Hollywood Land to visit Fan Headquarters. Outside, you can purchase limited edition shirts, baseball hats, pins, […] Read more…
May 2017 – present LOCATION Hollywood Land – The Collector’s Warehouse occupies most of the lower level of the Fortress. If you ride Guardians of the Galaxy, you’ll end up in the Warehouse. But if you want to visit the shop without riding, head to the left side of the building, and you’ll see the […] Read more…
Welcome to Ask The Duchess – Vol. 39, 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. Does Lamplight Lounge take reservations? (submitted by Angela) Yes, and since it’s so popular, I’d highly recommend making them if you can. 2. Is […] Read more…
2019 is shaping up to be a huge year for the Disneyland Resort. Between the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, a huge festival and event lineup, and lots of Downtown Disney refurbishments finishing, this year will bring the resort some fresh new energy. Let’s recap month 1 of this busy year. PROJECT STARDUST As […] Read more…
June 2000 – present LOCATION Tomorrowland – The Winner’s Circle hides way in the back of Tomorrowland, near the walkway to the Tomorrowland railroad station. To find this shop, head toward the Autopia entrance, which faces Tomorrowland’s open courtyard. You’ll see the gift shop on the right, next to the bathrooms. EXPERIENCE Details: Merchandise – […] Read more…
Source: Disney Parks Blog In anticipation of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge (a.k.a. Star Wars Land) this summer, Disneyland has been making both minor and major improvements to prepare the park for an influx of crowds, perhaps unlike ever before. Technically, this work began before this year, but Disney finally confirmed all the construction activities have […] Read more…
Disneyland finally took down its holiday season décor, but the new year celebrations are still going strong over in California Adventure! Starting January 25, Paradise Gardens Park celebrates the year of the pig with a huge block party. Source: Disneyland Resort No ticket required for this party – just stop by Paradise Gardens Park during […] Read more…
January 1956 – present LOCATION Main Street USA – The Silhouette Studio draws in visitors by Main Street’s hub, facing the castle. If you’re coming from the hub and heading toward Main Street’s train station, you’ll see the little shop on your left, next to Crystal Arts. EXPERIENCE Details: Merchandise – hand cut silhouettes Price […] Read more…