Fun Fact Friday: Little Known Facts for Disneyland Fans
August 12, 2011 in All Posts, disneyland, fun facts, Tips & Tricks for Families, video
I produced this video last year but really didn’t promote it much. If you love Disneyland and love all of those juicy little tid-bits of you might find out from someone like…a tour guide…you will love this video!!!
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Are you a Disney fan but still not sure if D23 is for you? The D23 Expo is the ultimate Disney fan experience. Think of it as Comic Con for Disney lovers–and it’s not just for Disney Parks fans. It’s bigger…much bigger. The D23 Expo showcases the latest, greatest, past and future of all Disney business units from Disney Living to Marvel to Disney Animation to ABC and beyond. I recommend this event for fans who not only love Disney but want to learn about Disney. As I did two years ago, I will be covering the expo for...
This week’s theme here at Babes In Disneyland is “Shine a Spotlight.” I’ll be honest with you, I had really grand plans for this week, but life got in the way of blogging. I am happy to say that I have been able to spotlight to guest posts that I think are absolutely amazing. This week’s Wordless Wednesday post features pictures by the lovely and wonderful, Jennifer Lenzen. Jenn and I were tour guides together at Disneyland and she is a professional photographer in Southern California. If you missed her pictures, please check out the post. I am also...
California Screamin’: One of the best roller coasters EVER!
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Let me start off by saying that I am a huge roller coaster snob. I have been on them all and been riding them since I turned 11. My dad threw me on the Revolution at Magic Mountain when I was so skinny I could have literally slipped out from under the safety bar. Ever since I got off that ride–laughing my head off, sweaty and excited–I knew that I had found a hobby I would have for life. Recently I was at Disney California Adventure Park. It was the typical day of trying to squeeze in rides I...
Do you have questions about Disney Vacation Club? This guest post has all of the answers you could ever want to know and more!
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Guest Post by Kristen Kirk, The DVC Mom Currently living in Rockford, Illinois, this 40 year Princess is a full time mom and runs a busy household of six people and two dogs. Sometimes it seems like complete chaos, but she manages to keep it running like clockwork. It’s the toughest job she’s ever had, and ever loved. Kristen is a third generation Disney fans and credits her love of all things Disney to her Aunt Pat, who took her on several trips a year to Walt Disney World and Disneyland while she was growing up. Sharing the magic...
Today’s Wordless Wednesday post is courtesy of my dear friend, Jennifer Lenzen. Jennifer is a talented photographer and former Disneyland tour guide. Jennifer and her daughter Sierra have annual passes and regularly visit Disneyland while Jennifer’s husband is at work. On Sierra’s birthday, Daddy (who doesn’t have an annual pass), took the day off, purchased a ticket and surprised his little girl on her special day. As a former tour guide, Jennifer knows the Disneyland Resort and Southern California inside and out. If you are looking for a fantastic photographer who is talented, patient and knows how to work...
It’s Shine a Spotlight Week here at Babes In Disneyland! This week, I’ll be shining a light on other bloggers I love and people who have helped make my blog what it is today. Some posts will be written by me and others will be guest posts. All of which will be fabulous. If you are a Disney blogger, consider promoting a friend or writing a public thank you for a blogger who inspires you. The Disney Blog Hop theme is shining a spotlight. Feel free to be creative! If you haven’t already, please consider taking the Three Disneyland...
DCA’s California Zephyr Donated to Northern California Museum
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The Disneyland Resort donated the California Zephyr train previously located in Disney California Adventure park to Western Pacific Railroad Museum in Portola, Calif. Plans for a gallery dedicated to sharing the legacy of the California Zephyr are underway. The train and related artifacts, which were part of the entrance to the theme park, arrived at their new home August 6 and will become part of the museum’s Zephyr Project collection. Visitors to the museum will learn about the history of the famous 1950s passenger train through the donated artifacts, while the recreated locomotive will offer the chance to experience what...
Jake and the Never Land Pirates Music and DVD to Hit Shelves in September!
August 9, 2011 in All Posts, disney channel, disney junior, jake and the never land pirates
A new soundtrack and DVD inspired by Disney Junior’s #1 series Jake and the Never Land Pirates, are planned to set sail this September with Walt Disney Records’ album release of eighteen hook-filled songs from the series on September 20 and The Walt Disney Studios “Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Yo Ho, Mateys Away!” DVD release featuring seven episodes from the series on September 27. Want a taste of what you can expect to hear on the CD? This is a video I shot at an exclusive Sharky and Bones concert held at Walt Disney World in March of this year....
Terrific Tip Tuesday: Mommy’s Little Secret – Overnights during the day
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I have a dirty little secret (tip) and you are either going to love me for it…or think I’m the worst mom ever. Here goes.When I take my diaper-wearing children to the Disneyland Resort, I almost always have them wear overnight diapers. (Disposable overnights are available in size 3 and up.)There. I said it. I’ve been wanting to write about this for a while, but thought y’all would think I’m crazy. Before you jump to conclusions about my (lazy) parenting, hear me out. When you are at the Disneyland Resort–or any theme park for that matter–bathroom breaks aren’t always...