Tomorrowland opens today in theaters! My family recently attended a screening of Disney’s new movie Tomorrowland. My boys, ages 7 and 10, loved it. Here’s why. Now for what parents want to know… Is Tomorrowland OK for all kids? The movie contains some robot violence. Unlike movies like “Transformers” or even “Avengers: Age of Ultron” in which killing a robot looks like “killing a machine,” these robots appear human, which may be difficult for younger children younger than 6 or 7 to understand. What will Disneyland fans think about this movie? I think it is important for Disneyland fans...
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25 Dazzling Photos of World of Color Celebrate at Disney California Adventure
May 21, 2015 in All Posts, disney california adventure, disneyland 60, disneyland resort, entertainment, holidays, walt disney, world of color
Earlier this evening members of the media, distinguished guests, and several hundred lucky Disney Parks Blog readers were treated to an advanced preview of “World of Color- Celebrate” (WOC)! To say that we were blown away by the new music, animation, lights, and water features is an understatement! The new show is hosted by Neil Patrick Harris and none other than Mickey Mouse, who take guests on an imaginative journey through the past, present, and future of Walt Disney, the Disneyland Resort, and so many beloved Disney characters and films. “World of Color – Celebrate!” unfolds in five sequences:...
5 Fun Facts to Know Before Seeing Disney’s Tomorrowland
May 20, 2015 in All Posts, Disney entertainment, movies
Tomorrowland opens this Friday. Here are some things to know before you see the movie. 1. The movie opens at the 1964 World’s Fair in New York. “it’s a small world” debuted at the fair and entertained guests as a tribute to peace and hope and as a salute to UNICEF for a full year before being moved to Disneyland. 2. In an effort to get everything “just right” for the movie, Disney recreated the “it’s a small world” boats used back at the World’s Fair. The boats hand padded seats and lovely wood trim. I had the opportunity to ride...
New Diamond Celebration interactive entertainment experience for children #Disneyland60
May 19, 2015 in All Posts, characters, disney california adventure, disneyland, disneyland 60, disneyland resort, entertainment, holidays, main street
The Disneyland Diamond Celebration will be an incredibly exciting time–with new shows, food, merchandise and more. A really fun new aspect are the interactive experiences that I think children in particular are going to love. There will be a daily Diamond March-Along up Main Street, U.S.A. with the Disneyland Band and Disney characters in their sparkling, new Diamond Celebration costumes. The cavalcade concludes with a Diamond Sing-Along at Town Square in Disneyland Park. Also on Main Street, U.S.A., the Dapper Dans quartet will invite guests to join Diamond Sing-Alongs, while the Straw Hatters band will encourage Diamond Dance-Alongs. According...
Merchandise Monday: May 2015
May 18, 2015 in All Posts, Cars Land, disney california adventure, disneyland, disneyland resort, merchandise, shopping tips, Tips & Tricks for Families
SO many things are happening right now in the world of Disney! Disney movies are seriously heating up the big screens. Loads of new summer merchandise has been pouring into the resort for spring break and the upcoming summer season. Oh, AND a little thing called the Disneyland Diamond Celebration has got the merchandise department running at a fever pitch, no doubt! Check out a few awesome merch items available this month at the Disneyland Resort! Iron Man Souvenir Mug at Redd Rockets Pizza Port – If you have any Marvel or Avengers fans in your family, you’ll want to be sure to head...
Follow us for exclusive first looks at everything happening for the #Disneyland60
May 16, 2015 in babes in disneyland, disneyland 60, holidays
The Disneyland 60th Diamond Celebration kicks off with the big 24-hour event on May 22. But… guess what? We will begin bringing your your first looks at EVERYTHING happening for the 60th starting bright and early on May 20. As special invited guests to Disneyland’s exclusive media event, we have incredible access to Disneyland and Resort executives due to our long-standing relationships and earned trust as a noted source for Disney information. Here is just a taste of what we will be covering: Disneyland Diamond Celebration Merchandise Event Premiere of World of Color Celebrate (Wednesday night) Premiere of Paint the Night parade...
Baby Bjorn Travel Crib Light Review and Giveaway (CLOSED)
May 13, 2015 in All Posts, babies & toddlers, favorite products, giveaways, parenting, Tips & Tricks for Families, Travel Tips, what to pack
With the summer travel season just around the corner, we are thrilled that Babes In Disneyland guest reviewer Renata is back with a review and giveaway with an amazing travel crib from Baby Bjorn! I have been a mother for nearly twelve years. When it comes to my favorite products, I thought I had things all figured out. I am pretty good about sticking to the basics, and I try not to fall for every new thing that comes along. When it came to finding a travel crib, I have used the same standard travel crib/playpen with all three of...
Frequently asked questions about the Disneyland 60th Diamond Celebration
May 9, 2015 in All Posts, attraction tips, attractions, dining, disney california adventure, disneyland 60, Disneyland Q and A, disneyland resort, entertainment tips, fastpass, fireworks, fun facts, holidays, shopping tips, Tips & Tricks for Families
UPDATED JUNE 13, 2015 There are a lot of questions that we get asked time and time again about the Disneyland 60th, so we decided to put as many of them as possible here in this post. What is the Disneyland Diamond Celebration? To honor of the 60th anniversary of Disneyland opening July 17, 1955, the Disneyland Resort is celebrating with new entertainment, foods and drink, decorations, attraction enhancements and more. This is a huge happening and because it is so big, it has been highly anticipated by Disney fans. Where does the Disneyland Diamond Celebration take place? Although...
Five Tips to Help Parents Plan for the Disneyland Resort’s Diamond Celebration Nighttime Spectaculars
May 8, 2015 in "it's a small world", All Posts, attractions, dining, disney california adventure, disneyland, disneyland 60, disneyland resort, entertainment, entertainment tips, fireworks, holidays, main street, strollers, Tips & Tricks for Families, world of color
The Disneyland Resort’s Diamond Celebration will surely dazzle guests from rope drop to closing many most exciting activities will take place after the sun goes down. With the new nighttime shows set to debut on May 22nd the late nights may pose some challenges for parents with young children. There’s so much to see and do that careful planning and preparation is going to be essential. In order to help parents maximize their time and experience all that the nighttime spectaculars have to offer we at the Babes in Disneyland Blog have some helpful tips. Tip 1: Know Before You Go Websites such as...
As a huge, I mean HUGE, fan of the entire Marvel Universe slate of films, especially the first Avengers film, I was nervous to see Age of Ultron. Would the cast be as well represented? Would the story top the first one? Would it be as funny? Well as I sat there and was only 15 minutes into the Age of Ultron, I immediately knew that the answers to all of those questions was a big YES! From the opening frames, the action is as good as anything I have seen in any of the Marvel movies. The story continued...