Tag: Disney California Adventure
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Princess Elena of Avalor Arrives at the Disneyland Resort for Festival of Holidays
Princess Elena of Avalor has come to the Disneyland Resort as a part of the Festival of Holidays in Disney California Adventure. Princess Elena is now doing daily meet n’ greets and also arriving in style during the Princess Elena Musical Grand Arrival cavalcade during the holiday season. The cavalcade not only introduces the princess…
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Candy Cane Dates Announced for Disneyland Resort!
There are lots of things to look forward to during the holidays at the Disneyland Resort. One holiday tradition that many look forward to is the making of the candy canes both in Disneyland and also Disney California Adventure. The dates for these delectable hand pulled treats are as follows: Available at Candy Palace November…
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CHOC Walk – Sundays with DAPs
On Sunday October 30th thousands of walkers descended on the Disneyland Resort to raise money for the Children’s Hospital of Orange County. The event raised $3.1 million dollars for CHOC. This year, the ambassador for CHOC Walk was the family of Timmaree Hicks, a child with eye cancer who received care at CHOC for two years…
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Tips for Enjoying Rainy Days at Disneyland
It doesn’t rain very often in Southern California. When it does though, it can be a great time to go to Disneyland! As everyone else is rushing out of the happiest place on Earth in search of drier places, it can be a great time to put on a hat, coat, and a good pair…
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Disney’s Strange Tangled Aladdin – Geeks Corner – Episode 602
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week we celebrate all that is Benedict Cumberbatch. That includes the preview for Doctor Strange at Disney California Adventure. The geeks also compete to show who knows the most trivia about Benedict Cumberbatch! There are a lot of other things to geek out about as well. Tangled: The Series has…
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Golden Horseshoe, Doctor Strange, and Black and White Photos – Sundays With DAPs
This last Sunday we went through a lot of Disney California Adventure because of the new Doctor Strange preview at the Sunset Showcase Theater in Hollywoodland. The preview was like an extended trailer because of the many scenes and shots instead of one continuous scene of the film. Nevertheless, having it in 3D was a…
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Thanksgiving Meal Options at the Disneyland Resort
Thanksgiving Day is coming soon and for many that will mean watching parades, football, and cooking turkeys. There are other options, however. The Disneyland Resort has a plethora of options for those who wants to add a little bit of Disney magic to their Thanksgiving Day meal. If you are at Disneyland, Disney California Adventure,…
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Take a Look at the Collector’s Fortress For Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!
Guests visiting the Disneyland Resort, Disney California Adventure in particular, will notice that work is already under way on the Tower of Terror as it transforms to Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!. While the final look may not be easy to envision when looking at this building in Disney California Adventure, the Disney Parks…
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Doctor Strange Sneak Peek Coming to Disney Parks in October
Doctor Strange will soon be coming to theaters on November 4th. However, if you want a more in depth look at what the Sorcerer Supreme will be up to you can check out a special sneak peek preview at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resort. For fans visiting the Disneyland Resort, the Doctor Strange sneak…
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It’s Just a Tower? – Geeks Corner – Episode 551
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week there is a lot going on! Starting off, there was a change overnight on the Tower of Terror in Disney California Adventure at the Disneyland. The geeks talk about the transformation. Next, Hayley talks about her recent trip to Aulani and shared a video from her trip. The geeks…
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Disney Removes Hollywood Tower Hotel Letters From Tower of Terror
On Monday night the Disneyland Resort removed the signage to the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror in Disney California Adventure. On Monday a crane appeared behind the tower on Monday and by Tuesday the letters identifying the Tower of Terror as the Hollywood Tower Hotel had disappeared. The removal of this sign is a very visible first…
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Disneyland Halloween Time Treats – Sundays with DAPs
When you think Halloween, you probably also think about sweets and trick or treats. Halloween Time at Disneyland will not disappoint if you are into treats. This week on Sundays with DAPs we go on a tour around the Disneyland Resort and find all sorts of delectable sweets. We hope you enjoy this week’s episode. Can you…
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New Holiday Offerings At Disneyland Resort This Year
Disney Parks Blog has announced that there will be some new additions to the traditional Christmastime shows and attractions this year. Starting November 10, the Resort will be decked out in decoration, like the Winter Castle that will appear on Sleeping Beauty Castle. A Christmas Fantasy Parade, it’s a small world holiday, and Haunted Mansion…
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Disneyland Half Marathon, Main Street Electrical Parade, and Blue Sky – DAPsCast Episode 36
The team talks about the recent Disneyland Half Marathon weekend, where Murray ran the 5k and Danie ran the Half Marathon itself. Main Street Electrical Parade is the next topic. Then two items from Disney California Adventure are discussed – the new Fun Pass/Annual Pass for just that park and Tower of Terror leaving soon.…
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It’s Halloween Time At Disneyland! – A Look At Tower of Terror, Haunted Mansion Holiday, And More
Halloween has hit the Disneyland Resort and there are quite a few offerings this year for the occasion. Even the traditional attractions and characters have a new spin on their classic ways this year… Old Haunts Among the things to do for Halloween Time at Disneyland, Ghost Galaxy has become a staple. This year is…
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Halloween Food And Treats At Disneyland Now Available
It’s Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort! And the Disney Parks Blog has released a list of available food items and treats for purchase. Some of the highlights include Ice Cream Nachos at Golden Horseshoe, a Pulled Pork Dog at the Hungry Bear Restaurant, and a specialty drink called This Chilling Challenge that comes in…
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Top 5 Can’t Miss Experiences During Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort
Halloween Time has arrived at the Disneyland Resort. Happy haunts take over the Disneyland Resort through October 31st and with it comes a lot of fun experiences that should not be missed. Here are 5 of my favorite Halloween Time experiences at the Disneyland Resort: 1. Eat a Caramel Apple Walk down Main Street, USA…
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Welcome To Our Family Time – Geeks Corner – Episode 549
Welcome to Geeks Corner, or our family time. This week on Geeks Corner, we take a look at the changes going on at the Disneyland Resort as the Diamond Celebration comes to an end. As Disneyland pivots towards Halloween we take a look at the Diamond Celebration. Hayley the Hatter also joins from Aulani in…
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Disneyland Half Marathon, Gaston, and Jasmine – Sundays With DAPs
In this update on some of the goings on of the Disneyland park we take a look at the 2016 Disneyland Half Marathon. The theme was “duos” where a pair of characters were the focus of each race. The pair for the 5K was Big Al and Liver Lips from the Country Bears. For the…
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When and When Not To Visit Disneyland
You have been itching to go to Disneyland. You’re making plans to take vacation time to go. But, there’s one question that you have in your mind. Will it be busy at the parks? The question is on a lot of people’s minds. When is it and not going to be busy at Disneyland and…
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New Disney California Adventure Only Annual Pass On Sale At Costco
OC Register has divulged information that Costco has begun selling Disney California Adventure annual passes as of today. The $330 pass has 60 blockout dates, and carries the 10% discount off food and merchandise that some of the other annual passes do. It also comes with an exclusive collector’s pin. The pass will be on…
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Last Day of Tower of Terror and Special Version Announced
The Tower of Terror will be replaced with Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout next year. Disney Parks Blog announced the last day to ride the Twilight Zone attraction today. January 2nd, 2017 will be the last day to go to the 5th Dimension. Before then, starting September 9 to October 31 for Halloween Time,…
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Disneyland AP Days Returning In September 2016!
An email and facebook announcement went out to Annual Passholders about AP Days returning to Disney California Adventure. From September 6 to October 2, Passholders can enjoy several things at the park. A new button series will have different designs each Monday. Special character photo opportunities will be at Stage 12. A red carpet photo op…
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Top 5 Alternative Eats At Disney California Adventure
Disney California Adventure features not just California centric attractions, but also some great California eating. But, with so many choices, where does one go to get that hunger fix? Here’s a few places to get some unique dining where crowds may even be small. Paradise Garden Grill One of the often overlooked unique places is…