The Disney Princess Fantasy Faire, located off Main Street USA, is one of the most detailed and beautiful areas in the park. With its lively shows, souvenir carts, and princesses roaming the square, details within the Fantasy Faire are easy to miss. But attentive guests can find a hidden gem right in the heart of […] Read more…
Note: As of 2023, this hidden gem is now in San Fransokyo Square, but all else is the same! California Adventure’s smallest land, Pacific Wharf, is best known for its selection of restaurants and waterfront views of Paradise Bay. And though this land may not have any roller coasters or thrill rides, it does have […] Read more…
BEGINNINGS AND ENDINGS I thought I’d start this monthly update with a bit of a personal note: I graduated from college! I’ve had an incredible four years at the University of San Diego, and am so grateful for the academic and social opportunities I’ve had. Though I don’t know what the future holds for me […] Read more…
February 2001 – January 2018 LOCATION Paradise Pier – When you arrived in Paradise Pier, you’d cross the bridge next to Pacific Wharf and head toward the back part of the bay. You’d find Paradise Pier Ice Cream Company on your left, around the corner from the gift shop. EXPERIENCE Details: Service Type – quick […] Read more…
February 2001 – present LOCATION Hollywood Land – If you enter Hollywood Land from Buena Vista Street, keep to the left of the main road until you reach the fork in the road. At the fork, you’ll see Schmoozies, across from Award Wieners. If you enter Hollywood Land from A Bug’s Land, turn left at […] Read more…
July 1966 – present LOCATION New Orleans Square – Whether you arrive over the bridge from Adventureland or from the Frontierland path, head to the right of the Pirates of the Caribbean entrance. You’ll find the Royal Street Veranda tucked next to the Pirates building, across from the Café Orleans patio. EXPERIENCE Details: Service Type […] Read more…
October 2006 – present LOCATION Fantasyland – Head toward the rear of Fantasyland, near It’s A Small World. Turn left at the Mickey And the Magical Map theater, and head up toward the stage. You’ll see Troubadour Tavern on your left, before the actual theater. Note: You do not have to see the show, wait […] Read more…
LOCATION Disneyland Hotel – If you arrive at the Disneyland Hotel from Downtown Disney, turn left when the path opens up in front of the pools. Head down the left-hand path until you reach the large patio and fireplace, and you’ll see Trader Sam’s on your right. EXPERIENCE Details: Service Type – table service Seating […] Read more…
Source: Wikia February 2001 – September 2010 LOCATION Paradise Pier – Guests looking to explore the SS Rustworthy could find the abandoned ship on the shore of Paradise Bay, across from the patio seating on the Boardwalk. Today, the walkway extends further into the bay, so the SS Rustworthy’s location between Jumpin’ Jellyfish and the […] Read more…
Guests looking for souvenir Mickey ears or a hat love Fantasyland’s Mad Hatter shop. This quaint shop, located right next to the Mad Tea Party and Alice in Wonderland, has the largest selection of hats outside of Main Street USA, as well as custom embroidery to personalize your purchase. But did you know that this […] Read more…
Source: Vintage Disneyland July 1955 – January 1987 LOCATION Frontierland – After crossing the bridge from Main Street USA into Frontierland, guests could find the Davy Crockett Frontier Arcade on the left, next to the walkway to Adventureland. This building now houses Frontierland’s gift shop, called the “Pioneer Mercantile”. BACKGROUND When Disneyland opened in 1955, […] Read more…
Source: PhotoBucket July 1955 – May 1971 LOCATION Frontierland – When the Indian Village first opened, it sat on the border between Adventureland and Frontierland. But in 1956, the Village moved as part of the early days of park expansion. The Indian Village occupied the western end of Frontierland until its closure, in the area […] Read more…
Source: Disney By Mark September 1955 – September 1966 LOCATION Tomorrowland – Guests looking for the art corner could find this walkthrough exhibit and gift shop on the right hand side of the main path, next to Hobbyland. BACKGROUND In the early years of Disneyland’s operation, Disney really wanted to incorporate the magic of animation […] Read more…
Source: BP February 2001 – September 2010 BACKGROUND When Imagineers began construction on California Adventure in 1998, much of the concept art for the park was focused on the new “centerpiece”, Sunshine Plaza. This land would function much like Main Street USA in Disneyland, welcoming guests into the park and immediately conveying the themes of […] Read more…