Welcome to Ask The Duchess – Vol. 93, 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. Is there a way to see what characters are going to be roaming the park […] Read more…
Happy belated Thanksgiving! As 2024 races to the finish line, the Disneyland Resort did not slow down with new offerings, teasers of more to come, and as always, the usual pile of sweet treats to celebrate the holiday season. Let’s take a look back at November at the happiest place on earth. A NEW HEADLINE […] Read more…
November 2024 – present BACKGROUND Bayou country has had many iterations since it opened in 1956. First, the area started simply as an extension of Frontierland called Indian Village, and housed Native American shows and attractions, including dances and canoeing. But the land wasn’t very popular among park guests (not to mention the majorly problematic […] Read more…
 Source: Wikipedia July 1955 – September 1987 LOCATION Frontierland – Frontier Trading Post was one of the first stops in the land for visitors traveling from Main Street USA. Once they crossed the bridge into Frontierland, guests could find the post on the immediate right. Today, this space houses Westward Ho Trading Co. EXPERIENCE Details: […] Read more…
I’m always one to plan ahead when it comes to holiday shopping – I can’t get organized soon enough. If you’re like me and already trying to build out a list of what you need this year (and want some Disneyland magic mixed in there), I’ve organized some items in different categories I think would […] Read more…
May 2024 – present LOCATION Downtown Disney – Centrico’s location suits its name (“central” in Spanish). The restaurant sits at the center of Downtown Disney, approximately halfway between the park gates and resort hotels. You can’t miss the spot if you walk through the district from either direction; it’s exactly where Uva Bar used to […] Read more…
One of the most common questions I get from readers is, “Can I bring my own water bottle into the park?” And the answer is YES! (so long as it’s not glass). Not only are guests welcome to avoid buying an overpriced plastic Dasani during their visit, they are invited to use a super handy […] Read more…
 Source: MiceChat March 1972 – November 1988 LOCATION Bear Country – Ursus H. Bear’s Wilderness Outpost stood at the “end” of Bear Country, making it a true outpost in western Disneyland. Today, this shop is home to Lous’ Critter Club, within the land of Bayou Country. EXPERIENCE Details: Merchandise – country-themed souvenirs, miscellaneous apparel, and […] Read more…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! I personally LOVE the holiday season, as much as I appreciate Disneyland’s halloween celebration. This year’s festivities start next week, running from November 15 through January 6. Â Source: Disneyland Resort THE BEST DECOR SPOTS Disneyland, California Adventure, and Downtown Disney all bring out the shiny decor for […] Read more…
Welcome to Ask The Duchess – Vol. 92, 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 more Disneyland restaurants going to offer alcoholic beverages in the future? (submitted by Clara) I […] Read more…
Happy dia de los muertos! I hope your spooky season was filled with fun and lots of candy. Now that we’re into November, the Disneyland Resort is switching over to its holiday decor. But October wrapped up the Halloween festivities with some new offerings, attraction previews, and a beautiful new lounge at the Disneyland Hotel. […] Read more…
Hello, fellow happy haunts. We’re just two days away from Halloween, and this season at the Disneyland Resort was a ton of fun. Between Oogie Boogie Bashes, roaming villains, and spooky decorations across both parks, the whole resort fully embraced the celebration in 2024. Here’s a quick look back at Halloween across the resort…and then […] Read more…
All Imagineers bring a magic touch to the parks – from artists to engineers to architects. And some don’t neatly fall into one category. That’s the case for today’s spotlight, C. Randy Bright, a true renaissance man within Imagineering. Â Source: D23 Long Beach native Bright (born in 1938) started out on a very non-artistic track, […] Read more…
As a 90s kid, Disney VHS tapes were the soundtrack to my childhood. I’ll still never forgive my mom (or myself) for throwing them out – I can still smell the boxes and hear the sound of the “rewinder” before putting them back on the shelf! But there’s one Disney VHS I have particular fondness […] Read more…