It’s a Light Side vs. Dark Side galactic battle; which runDisney coast is right for you? If you are a member of the Walt Disney World Resort Fleet, be prepared for a significantly different race experience. Jump in your cruiser and let’s embark on your journey to a runDisney event far, far, away… – There are only 3 Disneyland Resort Hotels, so they book up in light speed on race weekends. So quickly, that I suggest you book your hotel before the race registration opens. (If you choose to use the services of the recommended runDisney travel providers, this...
Everything Walt Disney World Runners Need to Know About runDisney at Disneyland
January 4, 2016 in All Posts, disneyland resort, runDisney
It’s a Light Side vs. Dark Side galactic battle; which runDisney coast is right for you? If you are a member of the Walt Disney World Resort Fleet, be prepared for a significantly different race experience. Jump in your cruiser and let’s embark on your journey to a runDisney event far, far, away… – There are only 3 Disneyland Resort Hotels, so they book up in light speed on race weekends. So quickly, that I suggest you book your hotel before the race registration opens. (If you choose to use the services of the recommended runDisney travel providers, this...
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NYE Night Out for Disney Fans in Hollywood
December 27, 2015 in All Posts, el capitan, other so cal tourist attractions
By now, everyone has heard of the great new website, MouseMingle.com. It’s the dating site for singles who LOVE Disney. The site has teamed up with Hollywood icons, the El Capitan Theatre and Madame Tussauds Hollywood to present a one-of-a-kind New Year’s Eve event for Disney fans and Disney-loving singles, “MouseMingle.com’s Movie and Mixer.” You don’t have to be single to attend the event; it is slated to be a really fun night out for all Disney fans in attendance. Moreover, considering the crowds at Disneyland, this is the perfect event to go to party the night away with fellow Disney and...
Noon Year’s Eve at the Discovery Cubes: afternoon fun for the whole family
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New Year’s Eve with my kids typically includes our annual “breakfast for dinner feast” followed by convincing them they have stayed up until midnight to watch the ball drop in New York even though it is really only 9p.m. and we are watching the feed live. The Discovery Cubes in Los Angeles and Orange County are celebrating New Year’s Eve early… really early, thereby making it so parents like me don’t have to stretch the truth when it comes to a family celebration. The Cubes’ Noon Year’s Eve parties on December 30 and 31 are just what mom and dad...
How to Avoid the Disneyland Standstill! (…and what to do if you get caught in it!)
December 21, 2015 in All Posts, babies & toddlers, disneyland resort, Tips & Tricks for Families
One of folks biggest pet peeves about Disneyland is the amount of people! The congestion! The blocked walkways! The hordes of people trying to go all different directions while being blocked by Cast Members for one reason or another! This time of year is known for it. I love Disneyland with all of my heart, but I still find myself losing my cool under such conditions. So I’m here to tell you the best defense is a good offense – be proactive! Here are some ways to help you avoid being stuck in a complete standstill: 1. Make a dinner...
Place the Magic of Imagination Under the Christmas Tree with Disney Imagicademy Toys
December 18, 2015 in All Posts, Big Kids, crafts, disney at home
It’s only days before Christmas, and what do you do when you need last-minute gifts for the kiddos on your list who love Disney? I recently had the opportunity to check out three items from the Disney Imagicademy available at Target. These hands-on toys, books and games are absolutely fantastic and provide kids with not only opportunities for creative play, but push them to learn and experiment with multiple mediums while providing hours upon hours of fun. If you shop NOW through December 21, you can still have them delivered to your house before Christmas on Target.com. You can also pick...
Today the Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort put into effect enhanced security measures. I have always felt safe at Disneyland, but I would be lying if I didn’t preface that with the phrase “until recently.” Not that it was Disneyland’s fault; the world we are living in has changed, and I feel like it is natural to be a bit uneasy about our personal safety no matter where we are given some of the very tragic events that have happened here in the United States and abroad. Today I spoke directly with Disneyland spokesperson, Suzi Brown, to...
Richard M. Sherman: Songs of a Lifetime to Air Tonight on So Cal PBS Stations
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Tonight, Thursday, December 17 at 7p.m., PBS SoCal stations will premiere a new documentary, “Richard M. Sherman: Songs of a Lifetime.” Produced by acclaimed film producer/director and writer Don Hahn, the one-hour HD broadcast features Richard M. Sherman at the piano as he performs and shares the stories behind many of the timeless tunes of the Sherman brothers songbook (spanning rock n’roll, television, Hollywood, Broadway and Disney), plus many of his own compositions. It is a first-of-its-kind showcase of Sherman’s talents and highlights nearly 60 years of his popular songs, many written in collaboration with his late brother, Robert B....
Amazing Facts About Star Wars The Force Awakens NO SPOILERS
December 16, 2015 in All Posts, Disney entertainment, movies, star wars
A couple of weeks ago I had the amazing opportunity to attend the Star Wars World Media Day. When I found out I was invited, I almost lost it. To be in the same room with the likes of Carrie Fisher and Harrison Ford was almost more than this girl could handle. First of all, and aside from the fun facts about the making of the movie, I got to meet R2D2, C3PO and BB8, so basically, my life is pretty much complete. I swear, just when I think I’ve seen and done it all, WHAMO!, something like this...
Star Wars The Force Awakens Review for Families NO SPOILERS
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On Tuesday, December 15, Lisa and I had an opportunity that was more than 30 years in the making… the chance to see Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and see the continuation of the original Star Wars saga. To say we were thrilled would be an understatement. This review does NOT contain spoilers, because want you to have the same enjoyment we had upon seeing it. Although we didn’t take our kids (they will see it later), we are parents to three younglings, so we have also included here our opinions on how the movie stacks up for families with...
The Disneyland Hotel: A Hotel of Firsts
December 10, 2015 in All Posts, disneyland hotel, disneyland resort
The Disneyland Hotel celebrated its 60th anniversary this year. It’s is my favorite property at the Disneyland Resort for many reasons–both past and present. The recently renovated and updated hotel is modern in every way yet offers guests subtle (and not so subtle) reminders of its historic past through its decor and artifacts. One of the things I love most about the Disneyland Hotel is its place in history. Over the years, it has boasted a lot of “firsts” for the region and the travel industry. Here are just a few I recently learned about while taking a tour...