Even if you don’t live right in the shadow of Space Mountain, it’s every Disney fan’s wish to someday hold a magic ticket — an Annual Passport. In our first annual pass article, we covered how to work the discounts of holding one Annual Passport to save you money at Disneyland, even if you only…
Author: Vikki Turner
I am a lifelong Disney lover who will never quite grow up. I love fireworks, roller coasters, and special Disney treats. My four children and husband have been brainwashed into a love of Disney by regular visits to Disney parks and a home life filled with Disney movies and characters. I love travel, writing, and reading.
Christmas Mickey dipped Oreos
Looking for a sweet holiday treat? Maybe one you can make with your kids? Try our super-simple recipe for Christmas Mickey dipped Oreos. Better save some for Santa! The recipe’s four easy ingredients: Full-size Oreos or other chocolate sandwich cookies Mini Oreos Melting wafers — we used red but any holiday color will do Sprinkles and…
Can a Disneyland Annual Pass Pay for Itself in One Trip?
Many Southern California Disney fans who live within driving distance of the parks hold Annual Passports. But what about those of us who live farther away but want to visit the parks? Could we ever justify having a Disneyland annual pass? If you’re only going for one trip, would it make sense for one person…
Disney Antenna Toppers
Can I share a little secret? I’ve got antenna topper envy! All over town, I see cute Disney antenna toppers sailing by on vehicles big and small. Alas, my own minivan — like many cars these days — has no antenna. It gets radio from an integrated fixture in the bodywork. I’d love to fly…
Fantasmic Dining Package at Disneyland
Disneyland’s Fantasmic reopened this summer after a long hiatus for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge construction. With the new version of the show comes increased demand for the limited viewing space along the riverfront. We planned to see Fantasmic during a very busy week, so we made a reservation to try out the Fantasmic dining package at…
Holidays at Disneyland in 2017
We may not be far into November, but Disneyland’s elves have been busy stringing lights, polishing jungle bells, and flocking fake snow over everything in sight. It’s a sparkling place any time of year, but the Christmas season combines the spirit of the season and the wonder of magic into a winter wonderland for all…
Disney California Adventure Gets Spooky at Night for Halloween
Disney California Adventure stepped up its Halloween game this year, adding holiday magic to several areas that lacked decorations in recent years. Now when you visit during the Halloween season, you’ll be treated to new and enchanting sights, smells and sounds. Because Halloween looks best with a glow, we’ll take an after-dark peek as California Adventure…
Six Easy Ways to Make Disneyland a World-Class Resort
Disneyland‘s existed longer than I’ve been alive. Growing up nearby, my childhood was filled with birthday visits, school field trips, outings with friends, band performances, etc. My experience probably resonates with other locals, but Disneyland doesn’t aspire to be just a SoCal hangout. With the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in 2019, they will…
New Fantasmic at Disneyland
Disneyland possesses the prototype, best version of the popular long-running spectacular, Fantasmic. In 2016, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge construction closed the Rivers of America for more than a year. The Imagineers took advantage of the forced downtime to retool and update Fantasmic, 25 years after its debut. Unveiled in July, the new Fantasmic at Disneyland maintains…
Still the Flagship — Renovated Grand Californian Hotel
Disneyland’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa opened in 2001 along with the expansion of Disney California Adventure and Downtown Disney. This year, the hotel has undergone its first major renovation since opening. The subtle changes keep the renovated Grand Californian Hotel right where it belongs — as Disneyland’s flagship resort. No review of the…
7 Types of Disney Fans Who Will Love the New Disneyland MaxPass
In July 2017, Disneyland introduced a new version of FastPass, known as MaxPass. MaxPass has a lot in common with Disneyland’s existing FastPass system, but increases its efficiency. This souped-up MaxPass currently runs $10 per person, per day. Disney has been coy about how long that price will hold as they get bugs worked out…
Guardians of the Galaxy — Mission Breakout
A year ago, west-coast Disney fans learned that California Adventure favorite Tower of Terror would sadly be closing for a new experience based on the popular Marvel Guardians of the Galaxy movies. While the original Tower of Terror remains open to hapless guests at Walt Disney World, the new Guardians of the Galaxy — Mission: BREAKOUT at Disneyland brings…