The Walt Disney Company has kicked off Disney100 – a celebration commemorating the company’s 100th anniversary. We were lucky enough to attend the launch of this celebration at Disneyland (we still can’t believe it!). We’re sharing everything you need to know about the Disney 100 Years of Wonder Celebration.
How to Ride Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disneyland
We just got back from Disneyland, where we attended the opening of Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway. We’re excited to share our favorite strategies for how to ride Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disneyland. A full post on how to ride Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway might seem extreme, but getting a seat on this ride is no joke!
The Best Disney Lunar New Year Food
Getting the most out of your Disney Park visit requires a fair bit of advance planning these days, especially if you’re there for a special occasion. While we’ve got a quick guide to the full Disney Lunar New Year celebration, the festival food deserves a full post of its own! Today we’re sharing the best Disney Lunar New Year food on the menu in 2023.
Disney Lunar New Year
Ring in the Year of the Rabbit, as well as Year of the Cat (Vietnamese Zodiac Calendar), at the Disneyland Resort, with our guide to the 2023 Disney Lunar New Year celebration in California Adventure. Check out the most frequently asked questions we get about Lunar New Year and more detailed information about our favorite Disney eats and festival entertainment.
12 Classic Disneyland Treats You Can Get All Year Round
Theme parks are chock full of delicious bites and fantastic flavors, but Disney Parks are extra special. It’s honestly impossible to try all the best Disneyland treats in one trip. Today we’re cataloging 12 of our favorite classic Disneyland treats, available year round.
10 Disneyland Snacks That Will Not Wreck Your Diet
Let’s be honest, half the joy of visiting a theme park is the sugary, salty, deep-fried, calorie-laden deliciousness that awaits. And, while we’re on a bit of a mission to try every single delicious bite on the menu at Disney Parks, we’ve also been working hard on paying better attention to how we fuel our bodies. Today we’re going to talk about 10 “Healthier” Disneyland snacks that will not wreck your diet
Petersen Automotive Museum Review: 10 Tips to Enjoying A Trip to One of the Largest Car Museums
On our most recent trip to Disneyland, we visited one of the world’s largest automotive museums and we’re not sad about it…Today we’re sharing a Petersen Automotive Museum review. This museum is a stop car enthusiasts will thoroughly enjoy, but so will people who love to check out history, design, and the movies.
Castle Inn and Suites Review: Best Locally Owned and Operated Hotel Close to Disneyland
One of our favorite stops on our tour was the Castle Inn and Suites – the best locally owned and operated hotel close to Disneyland. With a lack of close local listings on Airbnb (due to housing availability and local licensing regulations), we’re asked regularly about locally owned properties in the area. We’re often at a loss, but today we get to deliver…big time.
Anaheim’s Savor Stone Hearth Pizza and Wine Review
Recently we talked about the newly renovated Sheraton Park Hotel at Anaheim Resort. This deluxe resort is one of our favorite area hotels, in part because we love Savor – a fun pizza and wine bar – located on site. We think it’s one of the most fun, unique sit-down restaurants near Disneyland and our teenage son has dubbed it a winner. After a couple visits, we’re ready to dish on Savor Stone Hearth Pizza and Wine – the perfect pizza spot close to Disneyland for adults and teens.
Sheraton Park Hotel Review: Luxury Hotel Close to Disneyland
We got a sneak peek at the newly renovated Sheraton Park Hotel. It was hands down our favorite stop on the day-long tour. The Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort is among the best luxury accommodations close to Disneyland.
Element Anaheim Review: Best Free Breakfast Close to Disneyland
Today we’re hitting you with an Element Anaheim review. This review features a hotel selection variable we personally never would have considered before…free breakfast. Traditionally walking distance, followed by a balance of luxury and affordability, square footage, amenities and even on occasion the view have all been factors in determining our vacation hotel, but after an extended stay at the Element, we’re adding breakfast to the list. The Element meets every item on our hotel check list AND has hands down the best free hotel breakfast close to Disneyland.
20 Reasons to Use Get Away Today to Book Disney Vacations
Listen, there are hundreds of reasons you should use Get Away Today to book your Disney vacations, but today we’re going to break things down into five specific categories – expertise, economics, ease of use, extras and exclusives, and emergencies. Plus, we’ve got a promo code!
Staying Across the Street from Disneyland: Fairfield Inn Anaheim Resort Review
We don’t know about you, but we’re absolutely creatures of habit. Left to our own devices, we’d probably spend every single Anaheim night in the same hotel. Fortunately or unfortunately for us, we sometimes miss out on booking our favorite Disneyland area hotel so we’ve tried quite a few. Today we’re sharing
Moderate Value Disneyland Area Hotel for Large Families
As Disneyland annual passholders, traveling from out-of-state, we’re always looking for the best deal on our hotel stay (gotta keep these trips affordable, folks!). Having said that, we’re also hotel snobs who’re a little reluctant to try something new. Enter our travel partner Get Away Today, who recently invited us to tour some of the most popular hotels they book…. Read More
Anaheim Marriott Hotel for Disneyland Guests
We recently enjoyed a last-minute, couples trip to Disneyland (it’s not just for kids). Typically we book at least three months out, which allows us to book within the “magic triangle.” With our favorite spot sold out, we decided to book somewhere we hadn’t stayed before near the Anaheim Convention Center. Today we’re sharing our experience staying at the Anaheim Marriott.
Best Hotel in Walking Distance of Disneyland for Large Families
After hours of walking, a hotel within walking distance of Disneyland is a must. Looking to stay at the best hotel within walking distance of Disneyland for large families? You will want to check out this review of the Courtyard Marriott Theme Park Entrance.
Best Value Hotel Within Walking Distance of Disneyland
otel within walking distance of Disneyland that can accommodate large families? You will want to check out this review of Desert Palms Hotel and Suites.
Luxury Hotel Within Walking Distance of Disneyland
This is exciting…Today we’re sharing a review of the JW Marriott Anaheim Resort – a luxury hotel within walking distance of Disneyland. Spoiler alert. This is our favorite Disneyland-area hotel. We paid for this room out of pocket and the post contains our personal, unbiased impressions of the JW Marriott – the good, the bad and the ugly. This post… Read More
Best Hotels Within Walking Distance of Disneyland
We’ve hunted down, checked out and now we’re reporting on the best hotels within walking distance of Disneyland.
Staying at the CLOSEST Hotel to Disneyland
After hours of walking, a hotel within walking distance of Disneyland is a must. Looking to stay at the closest hotel to Disneyland? You will want to check out this review of the Best Western Plus Park Place Inn.
Easy DIY Mini Mouse Costume
Disney bound? Looking for a last-minute Halloween costume? This easy DIY Mini Mouse costume comes together in less than and hour and costs less than anything in a store! This post contains affiliate links. My baby nieces are the perfect age for playing dress up and pretend. Even better (in my book) is that they’re absolutely in love with all… Read More
12 Terrifyingly Terrific Halloween Treats at Disneyland
Heading to Disneyland for Halloween? Don’t miss out on these terrifyingly terrific Halloween treats at Disneyland. Halloween at Disneyland is a trip that’s been on my bucket list for years. Since it’s a trip I’ve really looked forward to, I wanted to go all out. We booked our trip through Get Away Today and saved enough money with one of… Read More
10 Must-Have RV Accessories that You’ll Want to Buy Now
Considering life on the road? Don’t forget to pack these 10 must-have RV accessories. They’ll make existence in your small home much better. This post contains affiliate links. My boyfriend’s parents recently retired and have struck out for “life on the road.” They’ve given away, sold or stored all of the home furnishings and packed a large RV that they plan… Read More