When Walt Disney was still tinkering with his plans for Disneyland, he and his wife Lillian envisioned a private family apartment hidden above the Pirates of the Caribbean ride where they could host prominent guests. Their plans were never fully realized-until now. Walt's designs for the space have been "faithfully and painstakingly recreated" as a private dining space called 21 Royal. The venue-which ...

It's all in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. When it comes to things that need improvement, we're pretty sure "churros" and "Disneyland" don't top the list. And if it ain't broke Right? But we have to admit: This recent upgrade gives both of them a boost - and provides some pretty stellar eye candy, too. For the 50th anniversary of the Pirates of the ...

Say goodbye to churros and pretzels: Disneyland has a new ultra-fancy dining space, and we're already saving our pennies for a bite. Welcome to 21 Royal, a hidden wonderland tucked above the Pirates of the Caribbean ride in Disney's original theme park in California. For one magically large fee of $15,000, guests can now reserve 21 Royal to host the private dinner party of their dreams. They'll enjoy ...

If there's one thing you should know about Disneyland, it's that there are tons of places to eat with delicious food for reasonable prices. The park's 21 Royal is not one of those places. Yes, of course, the food is A+, but it'll cost you $15,000. Literally. And that brings us right to the first thing you need to know You can reserve this magical dining experience for up to 12 people for ...

If you recently won the lottery, happen to be an heiress, are a super-successful entrepreneur, or merely want to treat yo'self for reals the next time you go to Disneyland, we've lined up the dream vacay for you. This is no stay at an off-part motel, smuggling in your own PB&Js and getting lost in a maze of lines. These nine tips are golden ways you can do Disneyland in the lap of luxury when money is no ...

Disneyland aficionados already know about the exclusivity of Club 33. But for a taste of that Disney high life, non-members can enjoy an exclusive dining experience at the park. While it's not cheap, it certainly fits the price tag. Just upstairs from the park's Pirates of the Caribbean ride sits 21 Royal, sporting a name and setting fit for a Disney princess. The 19th century inspired venue is ...

With one-of-a-kind ambiance and a menu featuring exciting Southern-inspired dishes, Blue Bayou Restaurant is a special place to dine. We 're breaking down the value for the price so you know if it 's worth splurging on. Tucked away down one of the narrow streets of Disneyland Park 's New Orleans Square is a hidden gem: Blue Bayou Restaurant. It 's more than just your average theme park ...

In 2017, Disneyland debuted 21 Royal, a first-of-its kind experience combining the best of its culinary and service talent to create an extraordinary dinner experience. But what can you expect from dinner here? Once you leave your car with the valet at Disney 's Grand Californian Hotel, you are privately escorted to the restaurant, locating in a space which was intended to be Walt Disney 's ...

Three are now a dozen Disney theme parks around the world, but there was only one that Walt Disney himself ever stood inside. Walt Disney spent so much time at Disneyland both before and after it opened that he had an apartment built for himself on the grounds. Few get to actually visit the apartment, but anybody can see where it was, day or night, because a lamp is always left burning in the window, but ...

When Disneyland opened in 1955 it was unlike anything the world had ever seen before. It was not simply an amusement park, but a theme park, an intricately designed experience, and one that continued to evolve over the years to come. As we celebrate Women 's History Month, it 's a good time to take a look at some of the women who made Disneyland the place that it was, and who helped it turn into the place ...

Last weekend, I spent an evening above New Orleans Square at a destination known to few. While many visitors may be familiar with the members-only establishment named Club 33, most guests are unaware of the neighboring dining space known as 21 Royal and its significance. I 've seen a handful of articles and videos that approach the subject, but I believe I 'm the first writer to experience it firsthand . ...