Disneyland is all about immersion: stepping into a jungle adventure, getting lost in the alleyways of old New Orleans, escaping to a far-flung planet in the “Star Wars” universe. But as beautifully detailed as these lands are, some things just can 't be avoided. Like hand rails and power outlets. For these legal and logistical necessities, Disneyland came up with its own paint colors, ...

Some people might call these folks wacky, crazed or just plain nuts. But we'll just call them some of Disneyland's most devoted fans. Fans who are willing to get up before dawn, drive to the park and stand in line for an hour waiting for Disneyland to open so they can stand in another line. This time to get a wristband, to come back later and, you guessed it, stand in another line. All for the ...

The Happiest Place on Earth just got much merrier! The Holidays at Disneyland Resort are just around the corner, and this year will be the most magical season to date. Disneyland Resort celebrates the holidays from November 9, 2018, through January 6, 2019, providing park guests with nearly two months of holiday cheer. Magical Decor and Guided Tours Disneyland Resort does not skimp on decorating ...

The culinary forecast for Disneyland calls for purple rain with a strong chance of purple macarons, cake pops and churros as the Anaheim theme park makes a concerted push to turn #PotionPurple into a trending color on social media. The Instagram-ready line of new Potion Purple foods launches Friday, Jan. 11, at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure as Disney's latest attempt to capitalize on the ...

Disney's new "imagination pink" treats are even better than ones we could have dreamed up. From cake pops to cupcakes, macarons to tarts, there's plenty of pink to populate your Instagram this summer. There's also a brand-new line of Imagination Pink merchandise to match. You know, if you're into that sort of thing. (We are.) The new treats are available around both ...

It's always a little Christmassy inside Disneyland park, whatever date the calendar reads, thanks to The Happiest Place on Earth's devotion to nostalgic details, old-timey tunes, green trees everywhere, and costumes galore. Which means this: When the yuletide season actually arrives, the Anaheim destination goes the distance on delighting guests, from the Candy Kitchen's famous ...

The culinary forecast for Disneyland calls for blue skies with a strong chance of blue macarons, cake pops and churros as the Anaheim theme park makes a concentrated push to turn #ArendelleAqua into a trending color on social media. The Instagram-ready line of new Arendelle Aqua foods launched Friday, Sept. 13 at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure as Disney 's latest attempt to ...

He speaks in reverent tones about safety. How in the old days the hood spewed actual flames. About the double set of safety gloves that must be worn for protection. He says that to become an expert at this single task takes two to three years. He 's not a shift manager at a nuclear power plant. This is Beau Bailey, a concept and development pastry chef at Disneyland Resort. He 's describing ...

Your anniversary is coming up, and you're on the lookout for the most romantic and fun way to celebrate. For Disney lovers, heading to the Magic Kingdom may be an obvious choice, but you're wondering exactly how to celebrate your anniversary at Disneyland. Of course, there's no right or wrong way to do Disneyland, but there are a few things you can plan to do in the park to ensure you have the ...

You're familiar with all of Disney World's most fabulous holiday offerings, of course, but what do you know of Disneyland's? Their hand-made, fantastically huge candy canes have had a niche cult following since they were first introduced 51 years ago, it turns out, and that's in part to longtime "Disneyland Candy God" Chris Thompson. In his 30 holiday seasons with Disney, Chris has ...

It's been 45 years since Disney Parks first took intrepid thrill seekers into the darkest corners of outer space. We're talking, of course, about Space Mountain. And while it's true that the iconic indoor roller coaster opened first at Walt Disney World in Florida on January 15, 1975, did you know that it was first dreamed up, at the request of Walt Disney himself, by ...

Before your Disneyland trip, it 's important to know that you 're going to spend a lot of the money on food. That 's why it 's helpful to identify what you really want to try so you can avoid wasting your money on things that don 't live up to your expectations. If you happen to be taking a trip to Disneyland soon, see my list of must-have eats below. Not only will it save you money, your stomach won 't ...

Disney World is an iconic spot for allergic travelers, but what about Disneyland? It doesn 't get as much coverage, and the options aren 't quite as prolific, but Disneyland in Anaheim, California can still be a great dairy-free vacation. This quick guide covers the dairy-free food to look for in each section of Disneyland Park, California Adventure, Downtown Disney, and the on-site Disneyland Hotels. We ...

Main Street, U.S.A., houses a complete American small town where visitors will find every type of shop, store and other business establishment which existed In a turn of the century city of its type. At Town Square, the Bank of America offers full banking service which will be available seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bekins Van and Storage has a horse-drawn moving van ...

When I embarked on a five-week trip across California, I had no intention of hitting up Disneyland. But when I booked a beach resort close to the theme park, it felt like too good of an opportunity to pass up. Even though park reservations were sold out, I managed to snag a last-minute ticket by repeatedly checking the website the morning of. I hate rides and crowds, but I ...

People willing to stand in line for a ridiculous amount of time to buy a Christmas candy cane at Disneyland will have some good news this year: They can sign up for an automated mobile wait list. This will enable them to roam the park until they get a text that it 's almost their appointment time - at which they can head back to one of only two sale locations and get their minty dose of ...

If Disneyland uncovers your inner child during the summer months, you've got to see the resort when the holiday season rolls around. From icicles draping the spires of Sleeping Beauty Castle to hand-pulled candy canes, the entire Disneyland Resort is a remarkably festive place to celebrate the winter holidays. With this year's celebrations running from Nov. 11 until Jan. 8, 2023, there ...

Disney takes the cake when it comes to Halloween, but waiting an entire year for the delicious food and fun is just too much for some folks. Fret not, because Disney holds a prelude about six months before the full October extravaganza. It's called Halfway to Halloween, and the 2023 mini-event creeps through California on April 20-23. During this time, spooky treats lurking in select ...

The happiest candy is in the Happiest Place on Earth: Find out where to find the best candy at Disneyland. Did you even go to Disneyland if you didn 't try a sweet treat? Every time I go to the park, I 'm looking for something sugary and sweet to feed this urge. Churros are a popular choice amongst guests alike, but something just hits different when you step inside the Disneyland candy shops. ...

Some things just go together, like Mickey Mouse and Walt Disney. But cheap eats and Disneyland? You must be thinking: You've got to be kidding me. Many people plan their visits to Disneyland around a ride on Space Mountain or a hug from Minnie Mouse. While those are great, I typically crave a different type of thrill. You may not believe it, but Disneyland restaurants (over 100 in total) are ...