Updated September 18, 2026 Just as before, I’m sharing park strategies for both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. But this time – without Lightning Lanes or any added cost to your trip. My goal in creating these strategies is to help you get the most of our visit to the Disneyland Resort. A little direction…
Updated December 6, 2025 What should you do on arrival day? It depends on if you have a park ticket or not. If you do have a ticket, this post details how to spend your time wisely. No ticket? No problem! Let’s take a look at what to do.
Updated December 6, 2025 I often get asked what to do with a late start at Disneyland. You can make good use of this time and cross a few things off your list with a little guidance. Let’s say you have 4 days in the park and arrive on a Sunday, but won’t be in…
Updated January 9, 2026 Reason #8,421 how Disneyland differs from Disney World: Many guests stay off-site. While the three Disneyland Hotels are fabulous on many levels, we’re lucky to have more affordable options nearby with plenty to get excited about. Let’s review the perks of staying off-site, what amenities are close, where to dine, and…
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 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 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…
