Updated January 6, 2026 With so many cost-effective and convenient off-site hotels near Disneyland, I’m often asked if it’s even necessary to stay on-site? The experience here at Disneyland is quite different from WDW, where hotel life is a big part of your visit. Disneyland is fully immersed in the city of Anaheim, with many…
Simply put, I think it’s elitist. Like it’s such an easily achievable thing to do. The average family has to plan and save to afford a Disney trip – or any trip – so suggesting it’s as easy as pushing a button feels wrong. That this decision can be made on a whim. Because for…
Updated April 18, 2026 “Free” and “Disneyland” are not often used in the same thought sequence, but you might be surprised at what all you can find at the parks that doesn’t cost a dime. Take a look at my list and let me know what I have missed.
Updated December 14, 2024 A couple of years ago, we ventured out on a 2 week road trip with three children through the majority of Southern California to Yosemite to San Francisco and then back down the coast to home – which is San Diego. We stayed in 7-8 hotels (I lost count) and I…
Updated September 20, 2025 Lightning Lanes are here! Lightning Lanes provide guests the opportunity to hold their place in line, essentially, for a future ride on an attraction. You buy access to the system in the Disneyland app and then use it throughout the day. With your purchase, you get all your ride photos and…
Updated January 23, 2026 Today, let’s talk about some lesser “magical” parts of the park that can be quite helpful with your Disneyland experience, which in turn, gives you more opportunity for the magic.
Updated January 21, 2025 Strollers at Disney Parks……yes or no? Let’s discuss. You basically have three options when considering bringing a stroller into Disneyland or Walt Disney World. Bring your own from home, rent one on-site or rent one off-site. All three options have advantages and disadvantages. (Regardless of where you get your stroller, it…
Updated January 9, 2026 Traveling to your destination can be stressful and overwhelming. Today, I’m covering the basics of how to get to Disneyland. There’s a lot to consider with airports, rental cars, shuttles, hotels and more. Since you likely already know when you want to visit Disneyland, take this next step in researching your…
Updated January 5, 2026 ***Early Entry privileges ended permanently on January 5, 2026 for all Disneyland Resort hotel guests. Early Entry has arrived at the Disneyland Resort. Not Magic Morning. Not Extra Magic Hour. It’s a whole new world, folks. Let’s dig in! Basic Scoop – What is Early Entry? Early Entry is the name…
Updated May 11, 2024 Today I have a list of items that you absolutely must have packed for your Disneyland visit. This will be especially helpful for guests visiting for the first time or the first time in a long time. (Review this post for the absolute essentials for planning Disneyland.) Some may seem obvious and…
