Even though San Fransokyo Square is technically a new land in California Adventure, the blueprint is obviously quite familiar to longtime park visitors. Visiting the square is like seeing a friend who’s gone through some major life changes; you know them, but you keep noticing little differences everywhere. Each time I walk through the square, […] Read more…
With an estimated 27,000 comics, the world of Marvel is RICH. There are so many stories, characters, and plot lines Disney can pull from as they continue to build Avengers Campus in California Adventure. Even now, in the land’s early stages, there are many little details for fans to discover. But Avengers Campus’ little details […] Read more…
Galaxy’s Edge has the distinction of being the largest land in Disneyland. As a result, it does have an unfair advantage – there’s just SO much space for hidden little details! I can only imagine that the longer guests roam this newest land, the more details and surprises we’ll all discover. From the open plazas […] Read more…
Pixar Pier has only been in California Adventure for about a year, so for most park visitors, there’s still so much detail to discover. Each “neighborhood” in this land has its own little personality, and with each comes slightly different stylized architecture, decorations, and little gems to find. Visitors to the boardwalk shrink to the […] Read more…
Paradise Gardens Park hides in a corner spot in California Adventure. The louder, more chaotic Pixar Pier looms across the water, and the sweeping landscapes of Grizzly Peak cover its opposite side. But between those two larger-than-life lands, Paradise Gardens Park still manages to carve out its own little personality. This seaside haven in the […] Read more…
Mickey’s Toontown became famous for its gags; little interactive features, jokes, and activities embedded throughout the land. Every piece of the land, from its major attraction (Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin) to the stones in the pavement serve a purpose, with tons of pranks and jokes to entertain visitors of all ages. To truly experience […] Read more…
When I set out to capture photos of the little details in Pacific Wharf, I wondered if I’d be able to fill an album. This land doesn’t have much real estate compared to other lands in California Adventure, and most of it’s area is seating for all the dining options. But as I wandered Pacific […] Read more…
In California Adventure, Grizzly Peak offers an escape from the chaos of the other lands. Despite its thrill rides and massive playground, Grizzly Peak somehow remains peaceful, quiet, and somewhat isolated from the rest of the park. Visitors disappear into a redwood forest, thanks largely to the immersive details throughout the land. Every rock and […] Read more…
If I had to pick a land I typically race through the fastest, it would be Tomorrowland. Between fast passes, quick bites to eat, or Monorail rides, I’m never staying still in Tomorrowland for long. It’s a shame though, because Tomorrowland has so many stunning little details. Each section of the land features beautiful plants, […] Read more…
For a long time, I breezed right through Frontierland on my way to Big Thunder Mountain. But over the years, places like Rancho del Zocalo and Tom Sawyer Island drew me in. The island, the riverfront, and the town square that make up Frontierland tell a story of the wild American west. And the magic of […] Read more…
Main Street USA has an impossible task: this land has to instantaneously transport you into another world, leaving normal life behind. So how does this busy little street pull off such a feat? The little details. Every square inch of Main Street USA carefully works together to create an illusion. Visitors to the street immediately […] Read more…
Buena Vista Street is California Adventure’s grand entryway. This land celebrates life in California as Walt first experienced it, upon moving west in the 1920s. The balconies, staircases, and open windows along the street make it feel genuinely homey, as though guests are merely busy residents going about their days. Here are a few of […] Read more…
Even with all of Disneyland’s chaos, Critter Country somehow manages to stay a serene little land. This little forest tucked behind New Orleans Square boasts waterfront views, a confectionary, a mountain, and in between…tons of little details. By Winnie the Pooh, little cottages surround the creek. Near the Hungry Bear, statues and signs invite you […] Read more…
When I think of Hollywood Land in California Adventure, I think of neon lights, palm trees, and glamorous building facades. Basically – it’s all about the details! The sidewalks, window displays, and street signs all pay tribute to the heights of old Hollywood. No matter where you go in Hollywood land, magical little details await. Read more…