Source: DILCDN June 1956 – August 1956 LOCATION Frontierland – Guests could fish off Tom Sawyer Island, along the eastern dock. To find the fishing area, guests would cross the river on the rafts, and follow the walkway on the right side until they reached the mill. Today, this area is right below the raised […] Read more…
Disneyland in 1955 was a very different place. It has always been the epicenter of wholesome family entertainment, but several decades ago, standards of what is “Disney appropriate” were a little different. For one, you could purchase a much larger variety of items on Main Street USA that would never be in a Disney park […] Read more…
As much as I love running from one attraction to the next, sometimes you just have to sit down for a while and relax. It’s always an added bonus when you can find a place to unwind and still enjoy the gorgeous views all around the park! The following is my ranking of the top […] Read more…
Source: DLD History July 1955 – January 1960 LOCATION The World Beneath Us theater could be found at the end of the main walkway into Tomorrowland. Guests visiting from Main Street USA would keep to the left, and find the attraction at the end of the block, across from the 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea […] Read more…
When I had the opportunity to visit Walt Disney World in Florida last year, I was incredibly struck by an exhibit called One Man’s Dream. It was the origin story of Walt, his dream, and how that dream came to life. Walt didn’t invent amusement parks, but he changed the game with one key ingredient: […] Read more…
If you’ve ever been gone shopping on Main Street USA, odds are you’ve visited the Disneyland Emporium. This corner shop next to the fire station is the largest store on the street, and has a huge selection of souvenirs and Disney merchandise. But for shoppers who take a moment to look above the wares for […] Read more…
I’m not a huge drinker, but I still love hanging out at Disneyland’s bars. Everyone is so friendly, the atmosphere is always magical, and the drinks are usually pretty good too! Below is my list of the 5 best bars at the Disneyland Resort. What are your favorites? 5. ESPN Zone Sports fans die and […] Read more…
Welcome to Ask The Duchess Vol. 6, 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. Why does Toontown open late and close early? (submitted by Josephine) Toontown opens later than the rest of the park because of its […] Read more…
It may still be spring at the Disneyland Resort, but April felt a lot more like summertime. Disneyland dazzled with its remaining Diamond Jubilee décor, and California Adventure was buzzing with the Food and Wine Festival. Disneyland didn’t have any special events this month, but Season of the Force in Tomorrowland is still going strong. […] Read more…
Buena Vista Street is always buzzing with shoppers, trolleys, and parades. But the street is also a neighborhood, with elusive residents occupying the second stories of the shops. Though Buena Vistans may never show their faces to visitors, they do leave behind hidden gems and details for guests to find. One hidden gem, the Buena […] Read more…
Disneyland began as a modest park with just a few lands. But within ten years, the park grew at an incredible rate, nearly doubling its attractions, dining, and entertainment. And for every great idea, there are ten others that never see the light of day. Over the years, Disney Imagineers have designed incredible lands, rides, […] Read more…
January 2001 – present LOCATION Downtown Disney – World of Disney anchors the eastern end of Downtown Disney. If you walk through Downtown Disney from the park gates, you’ll see the store on your left, just after La Brea Bakery. If you are coming from the hotel end of the district, keep to the right, and […] Read more…
If you’ve ever taken the time to stroll through Cars Land, you’ve probably noticed that each building has a unique style, shape, and incredible detailing. And not every building sits on the main drag; one special structure (and hidden gem) is tucked in the foothills of Ornament Valley. As you walk along the winding path […] Read more…
Source: D23 July 1955 – September 1955 LOCATION Fantasyland – The Canal Boats of the World were located in the rear of Fantasyland, between Tomorrowland and the Autopia track. It’s re-themed replacement, the Storybook Land Canal Boats, occupies the exact same location today. BACKGROUND The Canal Boats were part of one of the very first […] Read more…