No matter when you are traveling to the Disneyland Resort–summer, winter, spring or fall–it is important to be prepared, especially if you will have little ones with you. This free download comes with four different one-page lists – a Baby, Toddler, Child, and Adult list and is broken down into the categories: Clothes, Toiletries, Traveling, Eating, Sleeping, Electronics, and Disneyland. To make it even more specific, I made separate lists for what I would pack if I was driving to Disneyland and what I would pack if I was flying, you’ll see the difference in the “Traveling” part of the list. I also...
Downloadable Packing Lists and Tips for Disneyland Resort Trips by Plane and Car
June 23, 2015 in All Posts, babies & toddlers, Big Kids, disney rewards visa, disneyland resort, Tips & Tricks for Families, top posts, Travel Tips, what to pack
No matter when you are traveling to the Disneyland Resort–summer, winter, spring or fall–it is important to be prepared, especially if you will have little ones with you. This free download comes with four different one-page lists – a Baby, Toddler, Child, and Adult list and is broken down into the categories: Clothes, Toiletries, Traveling, Eating, Sleeping, Electronics, and Disneyland. To make it even more specific, I made separate lists for what I would pack if I was driving to Disneyland and what I would pack if I was flying, you’ll see the difference in the “Traveling” part of the list. I also...
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A look back at Disneyland in 1993 #60DaysTo60Years
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In the early spring of 1993, I was sat in a small office across from a Disneyland “casting” cast member for my group interview for a job at the Happiest Place on Earth. There were five other candidates for various positions in the room. I was nervously excited. My friend Mike had told me prior to the interview about the Disneyland tour guides, and I knew that was the job for me. I made no bones about it in the interview. I told the cast member about my childhood and that I would call my grandfather on the phone to...
Inside Out review from the perspective of a mom and pediatric healthcare writer
June 19, 2015 in All Posts, animation, Disney entertainment, movies
I wasn’t sure what to expect when going into the movie “Inside Out.” A movie about emotions? I couldn’t really wrap my brain around how Pixar could pull it off. Spoiler alert: They did. I suppose I should preface this review by explaining a little bit about what I do in my “real job.” I do pediatric healthcare marketing and copywriting. I spend my days trying to find simpler ways to explain really complex medical problems to families who may be in crisis over an alarming medical diagnosis. It can be a heartbreaking job at times, but it’s one...
Everything you need to know about Paint the Night at Disneyland #Disneyland60
June 15, 2015 in All Posts, disneyland, disneyland 60, disneyland resort, entertainment, entertainment tips, fun facts, holidays, Tips & Tricks for Families
Paint the Night is Disneyland’s newest parade. It is a reimagining of the beloved Main Street Electrical Parade that has been thrilling Disney fans old and new since it premiered May 22 to park guests. The Technology The parade took three years to develop and requires more smart technology than World of Color Celebrate–with more than 200 “universes of control to operate everything from the video presentations on the floats to the lights on the individual performer costumes. It contains more than 1.5 million sources of light, which include 500 strobes ussed in the parade that are a...
The Number One Reason to Run the Star Wars Half Marathon
June 12, 2015 in All Posts, disneyland resort, runDisney, star wars
Hyperdrive, lightspeed, RUN!!! Star Wars Half Marathon Weekend registration opens for the general public on Tuesday, June 16 at 9a.m. PST (noon ET). After completing the inaugural Rebel Challenge last year, I assure you that this is a runDisney event that stands out in the pack. There are obvious reasons that this race weekend is unique; it appeals to a new breed of Disney/Star Wars fans and is less princess and fairy wing-centric. But Star Wars Half Marathon is a “win” for another, unexpected reason. runDisney fans routinely anticipate our prized course photo opps with Disney characters within the Disney Parks....
Get McFarland USA on DVD and Disney Movies Anywhere now!
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One of my favorite movies of the years so far was “McFarland USA.” It has everything a family movie should have: lessons to be learned, a lot of heart and shows the importance of family and community. McFarland USA is based on the 1987 true story of novice runners from the economically challenged town of McFarland, California, as they give their all to build a cross-country team under the direction of Coach Jim White (Kevin Costner). White is a newcomer to the predominantly Latino high school and its tight-knit community. White and his team ultimately bond to build not only a championship cross-country...
Disneyland Meyer Lemon Creme Brûlée Recipe and Video Tutorial #Disneyland60
May 28, 2015 in All Posts, dining, disney at home, disneyland, disneyland resort, new orleans square, recipes
For the Diamond Celebration, new foods have been added throughout the Disneyland Resort. One of the most delicious additions is the Meyer Lemon Crème Brûlée Tart that has been added to the menu at the Blue Bayou. It is the perfect combination lemon and sweet and a perfect dessert for a warm summer day. It, and all of the special foods added to the menus at the Disneyland Resort, will be available throughout the 18-month Diamond Celebration. (Click here to learn about some of the other special food items. Click here to learn about Walt Disney’s chili being served at Carnation Cafe...
Where to Watch Disneyland Forever Fireworks (Plus Fun Facts and Photos)
May 26, 2015 in All Posts, disneyland, disneyland 60, Disneyland Q and A, disneyland resort, entertainment, entertainment tips, fireworks, holidays, Tips & Tricks for Families, walt disney
Disneyland Forever is Disneyland Park’s newest fireworks shows. It brings together the magic of Disney story telling, your favorite Disney movies and characters and an immersive projection system to create a truly extraordinary entertainment experience. The show offers unique viewing locations throughout Disneyland Park making it easy for families to have several different experiences. After watching the premiere of the show I had the opportunity to speak with John Addis, Disneyland Resort show director, to talk about the unique viewing experiences throughout the park. Our video has special insider tips you won’t find anywhere else, so don’t just skip...
The Early Years of Disneyland and Exciting Changes for the Diamond Celebration: A unique video experience for fans
May 25, 2015 in All Posts, attractions, babes in disneyland, disneyland, disneyland 60, disneyland resort, entertainment, fun facts, holidays, video, walt disney, world of color
Disneyland is deeply rooted in its past as its fan and Disney officials and Imagineers continually look toward the future and how they can expand upon Walt’s dream and enhance the guest experience. As a salute to Walt and the changes that have happened at Disneyland since it opened on July 17, 1955, I had the opportunity to interview Justin Arthur, an archivist with the Walt Disney Archives, and discuss opening day, look at some momentos from early Disneyland and discuss how the Disneyland Diamond Celebration has roots in so much of what happened in the early years. As...
A Look Back at Disneyland’s Wooden Anniversary: 1960
May 23, 2015 in All Posts, disneyland, disneyland resort, fun facts, walt disney
Yes, you read that correctly. We’re familiar with silver anniversaries (25), golden anniversaries (50) and even diamond anniversaries (60 and 75). But did you know that for your fifth anniversary the appropriate gift is made from wood? For Disneyland’s 5th anniversary in 1960, lumber of any kind came in handy due to all of the new additions to Walt Disney’s Magic Kingdom. Not one to allow himself and his staff to rest on their considerable laurels, Walt Disney entered the second half of the park’s first decade with a series of additions that would become fondly remembered experiences of...