Category: Theme Parks, Experiences and Products Guides
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Disney Parks Hacks : Stuff the Other Folks Won’t Tell You
Hey. HEY. You-uh, you goin’ to a Disney Park? (glances around furtively) You wanna- hey, you want the good stuff? (nods to this article) I’ve got the good stuff right here. The kinda stuff those other guys aren’t offering. Like, the good tips and tricks. The real super-secret kind. Well, not so secret. I’m gonna…
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Undiscovered Disneyland Photo Spots
As the world becomes more engrossed with Instagram influencers and Instagram marketing, creative photo spots continue to be a hot topic of conversation and an essential part to any Disney Parks visit. I last shared with you my Top 7 Yet-To-Be-Trending Photo Spots at Disney California Adventure Park, but now it’s time we take a…
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How to Dress For a Rainy Day at the Disneyland Resort – DAPS TIPS
Rainy days at the Disneyland Resort can be a lot of fun if you are prepared for them! When not prepared for them, they can become a test of endurance and positive attitude. There are a lot of fun experiences to be had on rainy days at the Disneyland Resort (check out our guide here).…
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Mr. DAPs Top 5 Can’t-Miss Holiday Experiences at the Disneyland Resort!
The Disneyland Resort is in the midst of celebrating the holidays. There is holiday merriment to be found everywhere throughout the resort. It can be a bit daunting to decide which seasonal offerings are “must-dos” for those who don’t visit regularly. So to help simplify your next visit, here are my top five seasonal experience…
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See the Magical Merriment of the Holidays Come Alive with the 2018 Entertainment Offerings at Disney California Adventure Park
With the most magical time of the year taking over Disneyland Resort, it’s only fair that Disney California Adventure Park gets to join in the fun! The holidays have officially kicked off in both parks and we can’t wait to share all the magic that there is to see around the parks. Here is the…
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Experience the Magic of the 2018 Holiday Season with Your Guide to Entertainment at Disneyland Park
Are you ready for the holidays at Disneyland? The festivities kicked off today and we are so excited to share them with you! Here is your complete guide to entertainment offerings at Disneyland Park this year! A Christmas Fantasy Parade Get ready to see how all of your favorite Disney characters are spending the holidays!…
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14 ‘Snow’ Sightings to Discover During Holidays at the Disneyland Resort
ANAHEIM, Calif.– Holidays at the Disneyland Resort is a season full of joy and wonder, with merry entertainment, festive foods, shimmering lights – and even snow sightings. Guests from Southern California and around the world may be surprised to discover “snow” is part of the holiday magic throughout the resort from Nov. 9, 2018, through…
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Your Official Food Guide to the Most Magical Time of Year at the Disneyland Resort
Are you ready for the merriest time to be at the Disneyland Resort? November 8 is just around the corner and we want to help you prepare for all the fun that will be coming your way in just a few short days. There is so much food to savor at the Disneyland Resort…
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Stepping Ahead with Forward Fashion – Mr. DAPs Guide to the Trilby
Many may not realize this but the “DAPS hat” wasn’t something that was originally a thing when I started DAPS MAGIC in 2004. That came along a year or two later at the Sacramento Jazz Festival. While visiting there with a friend my ears were getting sunburned. So it was decided that it would be…
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Top 7 Yet-To-Be-Trending Photo Spots at Disney California Adventure Park
If you’ve been to any Disney Park recently, you know that “Instagram Walls” and “Selfie Spots” are one of the definitely trending topics out there right now! Of course, who wouldn’t want to capture some great memories of the fun they’ve had at the Disneyland Resort and why not do it in front of something…
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Make this Sunday’s CHOC Walk in the Park at the Disneyland Resort A Success with These Fun Tips
CHOC Walk in the Park will be held this year on August 26, 2018. This incredible event will give guests a chance to support CHOC Children’s as they walk through the Disneyland Resort. During the walk, they will see some of their favorite Disney, Star Wars, Marvel, and Pixar characters. Entertainment will also be found…
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How to Survive Disneyland When It’s the Hottest Place on Earth
Disneyland is normally billed as the happiest place on Earth! Sometimes, however, it feels like it should take on another moniker: the hottest place on Earth! When the heat rises it can definitely have an impact on the Disney experience. As temperatures enter the 90’s and go above, the Disney experience definitely can be impacted. It is…
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Top Ten Misconceptions About the Disney Parks
There’s a lot of trivia out there about the Disney parks and resorts- where the “hidden Mickey’s” are, what time to hit up Splash Mountain (hint: last), how often to eat a Dole whip before admitting you have a problem… But there’s also a lot of misinformation out there about the Disney experience. We here…
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Dressing Up for Disney: A Guide for Guys Who Waited Until the Last Minute
It’s fun to dress up and go to your favorite Disney Park. Whether it is a special event, a date, or just a Sunday in the park, there is some added magic to putting on your best and strolling through the park. However, if you are like me, I often forget to pre-plan and find…
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Your Guide to a Successful New Year’s Eve at the Disneyland Resort!
There are few more magical places to be on New Year’s Eve than the Disneyland Resort. There’s already magic in the air as people get ready to dive into a new year. Add to that the Disney touch and New Year’s Eve becomes one of those experiences in life you will never forget. New Year’s…
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How to Save Money at the Disneyland Resort During the Holiday Season
The holidays could easily be considered the most expensive time of year, and Disneyland is no exception! Everything is festive and exciting, and it is very easy to get wrapped up in it all! Here are our top tips for not breaking the bank at the resort this year! Get Gifts Before You Go It is…
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DIY Disney Halloween Costumes
With Halloween a little over a week away, it’s possible you may not have a costume planned out yet. I’m here to give you a few tips to help you put together a last minute costume, which may resemble more of a Disney Bound. I don’t particularly like to spend money on costumes, as I’ll…
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Local Wildfires Cloud Disneyland – Safety Tips for a Smokey Day at Disneyland
A local fire in Anaheim Hills is creating a very different type of day at the Disneyland Resort. The light has a sepia look to it. Ashes are falling from the sky. The smoke is filling the air and making breathing conditions less than ideal. Despite the smoke, people are continuing to visit the Disneyland…
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Halloween at the Disneyland Resort: A Guide
Planning on joining in on the Halloween fun at Disneyland this year, whether during the day, or at the separately-ticketed Halloween parties? Good! The resort really knows how to scare up some good fun. If you’ve never been before, or are just looking to make the best out of your spooktacularly good time, here are…
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Shopping for Treasure at the Disney Parks
Shopping. After eating, it may very well be my favorite activity (which is why grocery stores check off a lot of boxes for me). Finding the perfect doohickey or doodad can be the best way to mark or celebrate an occasion, and there are few better occasions than a visit to a Disney property. But…
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What To Do On A Solo Day At Disneyland Resort
When it comes to a trip to Disneyland Resort with family or friends, it’s very easy to get caught up in what everyone wants to do, and there may be some things that you strive to achieve that go unaccomplished. It’s enjoyable to spend that time with others, but sometimes, a pilgrimage on your own…
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A Disneylanders Guide to Planning a Walt Disney World Vacation
Going to Disneyland is a regular occurrence for me. I usually go on Sundays, and sometimes a night after work. Before I moved to Southern California, planning to go to Disneyland wasn’t too involved. I usually just booked a flight or decided to drive, and figured out a place to stay. Potentially, I would make a…
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The Joy of Line-Waiting: A Disney Parks Guide
Lines. They’re usually not the top reason for visiting a Disney resort. They usually don’t make the top ten, for that matter. But, with ever-more-popular theme park experiences like those provided by Disney, it’s an expected inconvenience. So, how do you make the best of it? Fortunately, using the tools Disney provides, and a bit…
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Dapper Day Survival Guide: 5 Tips for Surviving the Most Dapper of Days at the Disneyland Resort
Dapper Day is upon us! Soon the Disneyland Resort will be filled with people dressed their best as they go for a Sunday stroll through the parks. It will be a day full of smiles, photo ops, and memories but it can also be a day full of blisters, exhaustion, and frustration if it isn’t…