How to Start Your Day at California Adventure – Your Best Strategies with and without Lighting Lanes
Updated May 8, 2026 With a good strategy, you can see and do all of California Adventure easily in one day. In fact, with my plans, you can typically have all of the park’s attractions completed just in time for a late lunch. This post will stay updated to show you the current most popular…
How to Start Your Day at Disneyland Park – Your Best Strategies with and without Lightning Lanes
Updated May 8, 2026 So, you know how to get started at California Adventure. How about Disneyland? I’ve detailed all you need to know to maximize your time in the park. Giddy up. Let’s go!
How to Start Your Day at the Disneyland Resort – Your Best Strategies with or without Lightning Lanes
Updated May 8, 2026 The success of your morning can determine how your entire day goes at Disneyland. I have some tips for you on how to make the most of your time and how to get everyone started in the right direction. The benefits of an early arrival are plentiful. Save your slumber for…
Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure
Updated May 8, 2026 Oogie Boogie Bash dates for 2026 are here! Scroll down for more. Halloween Time is the best. The absolute best. The parks transform into something that has to be seen to be believed. During Halloween Time, Disney California Adventure Park (DCA) hosts Oogie Boogie Bash on select nights. This post shares…
A First Timer’s Guide to Disneyland
Updated May 7, 2026 ***Find the best prices on park tickets for Disney and Universal parks here. Discounted hotels too! Ready to visit Disneyland? Today, I’m sharing the basics of Disneyland to get you started on planning. 12+ years of experience blogging about Disneyland has helped form this one complete post on all you need…
What to do Outside of Disneyland
Updated May 6, 2026 Disneyland itself will keep you busy for days, but there is SO much more to do in Southern California. I encourage you to look more at these locations and other options to explore in this gorgeous state. Let’s go!
Snacks at Disneyland – My Top 5 Favorites and Suggestions on What to Bring In
Updated May 6, 2026 I’ve written a lot about food at Disneyland, including what is available at California Adventure and what is available at Disneyland. I’ve also covered your dining options at the 3 Disneyland hotels, as well as Character Meals. Today, I’m talking snacks. Fun fact: I could skip Disney meals all together and…
The Disneyland Hotel – a Complete Guide
Updated May 5, 2026 A tried and true favorite for many years, The Disneyland Hotel shouldn’t be missed. Let’s take a look at what makes this hotel so special.
Unique Disneyland – Beyond the Usual Attractions Part II
Updated May 5, 2026 ***Looking for Disneyland Resort hotel secrets? Check this out! We had so much fun in the first post, I had to start a second! Check out this original long list of other fun things like this to do and see at the Disneyland Resort.
Mother’s Day at Disneyland
May 5, 2026 It’s a special day! And Disney recognizes it by handing out carnations at the entrance of both Disneyland and California Adventure. A few details…..

