Updated June 8, 2024 When discussing Disneyland and Walt Disney World, I consistently hear the same frustration from guests. They’re on their phone too much. While the world is certainly moving in a direction that will continue to tie us to our phones, I understand this isn’t exactly appealing to people who want to disconnect…
Updated August 31, 2025 Let’s talk about Walt Disney World! I didn’t grow up going to WDW, but I’ve learned A LOT about it during quarterly trips since 2018. My intention with sharing what I know is so that you can see what Disney World planning looks like compared to Disneyland. Furthermore, knowing how WDW…
Updated October 2, 2024 Let’s go on a walk! Here’s where I return to again and again. Mostly for the views.
Updated June 3, 2024 Pixar Fest is here and it’s lots of fun! Let’s take a look at all that’s ahead. Basic Scoop Pixar Fest is a festival that takes place at the Disneyland Resort from April 26, 2024 to August 4, 2024. This celebration is included in your theme park admission ticket cost. The…
Updated April 13, 2026 Fantasmic! is an old school Disneyland gem. Definitely consider it for your visit. As with any big show at Disneyland, good planning will ensure you have a good experience. I’ve compiled this information from what Disney has released to us, what other dining packages typically include and specifically what I know…
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 February 17, 2026 It might be the best little surf town ever. Oceanside is beautiful, friendly, diverse and full of things to do. It’s my favorite place on earth and I feel fortunate to live here. But, you’re wanting to visit! Let’s focus. Here’s what you need to know.
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…
Updated June 18, 2024 Disneyland offers a Multiple Experiences Pass when the attraction you’ve selected via Genie+ isn’t running when your return window arrives. You’ll receive a notification in the Disneyland app when this happens. Then, in the app, you’ll find the pass that looks like this: It details when the pass is good for…
Welcome! Disney Parks are not easy to navigate right now. Don’t worry. I can help. Having a good strategy will absolutely give you your best shot at a successful day. My strategies are built for families and do not include single rider lines or other options that are not available to all guests. I have plans for…
