People always want to know when it’s going to be crowded at Disneyland, and for good reason. No one likes being body-to-body with strangers and waiting an hour to ride an attraction that last only a few minutes. We have talked about attendance trends numerous times on Babes In Disneyland, but given we are now in the “off” or “low” season at the Disneyland Resort and my husband and son visited Disneyland yesterday, I thought it would be worth it to provide you with a realistic understanding of what it is really like to go during a “slow time...
Pros and cons of visiting Disneyland during the off season
February 24, 2015 in All Posts, attendance trends, attraction tips, attraction wait times, Big Kids, disney california adventure, disneyland, disneyland resort, entertainment, entertainment tips, Tips & Tricks for Families, Travel Tips
People always want to know when it’s going to be crowded at Disneyland, and for good reason. No one likes being body-to-body with strangers and waiting an hour to ride an attraction that last only a few minutes. We have talked about attendance trends numerous times on Babes In Disneyland, but given we are now in the “off” or “low” season at the Disneyland Resort and my husband and son visited Disneyland yesterday, I thought it would be worth it to provide you with a realistic understanding of what it is really like to go during a “slow time...
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Big Hero 6 On DVD, Blu-ray and DMA NOW!
February 23, 2015 in All Posts, animation, Disney entertainment, disney home entertainment, movies
The links in this post contain affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on my link. Last night “Big Hero 6,” and the short that preceded it in theaters (FEAST), both took home Oscars at the Academy Awards. If you haven’t seen both of these yet, you must, must, must get it on DVD, Blu-ray or Disney Movies Anywhere as soon as possible. Both are films with a lot of heart and humor. You can get Big Hero 6 (which includes the FEAST short) at a variety of brick-and-mortar retailers like...
New 2015 Disneyland ticket prices and important information for annual passholders
February 22, 2015 in All Posts, disneyland resort, legacy annual pass, vacation planning
This morning a 12:01 a.m., the Disneyland Resort raised prices on admission tickets and annual passports. Here are Disneyland Resort prices for 2015 as of February 22, 2015. Prices are subject to change without notice. Southern California annual passports are only available for renewal. Parking passes are not available to new annual passholders, except for premium and premiere passholders. (Premiere passes are annual passes that are good at Disneyland and Walt Disney World.) Parking passes are available for renewing So Cal Select, So Cal and Deluxe annual passholders. To get renewal benefits of being able to get the parking...
Everything you need to know about Disneyland’s ticket increase tomorrow and how you can get around it today! (UPDATE: PRICES HAVE ALREADY INCREASED)
February 21, 2015 in disney california adventure, disneyland, disneyland resort, legacy annual pass
UPDATE: As of 12:01 a.m., February 22, ticket prices have now increased. This morning, the Orange County Register broke the story that starting tomorrow Disneyland Resort (and Walt Disney World) ticket prices will go up. (The last ticket increase was May 2014.) Here is an example of the increases: One-day, one-park tickets for adults will increase from $96 to $99 One-day, one-pary tickets for children will increase from $90 to $93 Premium Annual Passports will increase from $699 to $779 Deluxe Annual Passports will increase from $519 to $549 So Cal Select Annual Passports will increase from $289 to...
February 28 and March 1, Van Eaton Galleries in Van Nuys, California, is holding one the largest Disneyland memorabilia auctions ever seen, and let me tell you, as big, big Disneyland fan who has seen it in person, it’s AMAZING. Kendra and I attended a media preview and we didn’t know where to look first. From brown-line drawings to famous Cast Member costumes to artifacts and souvenirs that you truly won’t believe, this auction has a little bit of everything. Check out some of the most notable pieces in the photos below. There are even more things you don’t want...
5 reasons you need to see McFarland USA
February 20, 2015 in All Posts, Disney entertainment, movies
I am honored to have had the opportunity to attend an advanced screening of the movie “McFarland USA,” and when I tell you that it is one of the best movies I have seen in a long time, I am absolutely sincere. I believe in this movie so much, that I have come up with # reasons why you should talk your family to see this movie this weekend. 1. It’s based on a true story: 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...
WDW for Disneylanders: The Differences in the Hotel Resort Categories at Walt Disney World
February 19, 2015 in All Posts, other disney destinations, vacation planning, walt disney world
When Disneylanders book lodging at or near the Disneyland Resort, they basically have two options: on-property Disney lodging that surpasses $200 per night and off-property lodging with a wide range of prices. While there are many great places to stay off-property near the Disneyland Resort, those hotel and motels can never provide Disney magic but for many families, staying on-property is just not in the budget. As I mentioned in my first article in this series, Walt Disney World is 40 square miles. That’s pretty darn big. Although there are a variety of lodging options outside the resort, because of...
On February 20, the Disney movie “McFarland USA” will be released into theaters across the country. The movie is set in McFarland, California, a small, farming-based, economically challenged community in Central California and tells the story of an unlikely coach who decides to bring an unlikely sport to a community. Recently, I attended a press conference featuring Kevin Costner, the film’s director Niki Caro, the actors who play the team of runners, some of the original runners from the team and the “real life” Coach White to find out more about the making of “McFarland USA.” The Story Based on...
A Heart-felt Good-bye to Luigi’s Flying Tires
February 14, 2015 in All Posts, attractions, Big Kids, Cars Land, disney california adventure, disneyland resort
When Disney California Adventure closes for the night on Monday, February 16, the attraction Luigi’s Flying Tires will be closing… forever. Rumors had been circulating for months that the attraction would be closing and when it was officially announced, I, for one, was so disappointed to find out that one of my favorite family attractions in Disney California Adventure would be closing. (A new ride system will replace the tires in early 2016.) I know what you’re thinking, “You LIKE Luigi’s Flying Tires?” Yes, I really, really do. I get that they are tough to operate. I will also...
Love Inspired Disney Movie Quote Printables – FREE!
February 13, 2015 in #disneyside, All Posts, disney at home, holidays, home decor, other holidays
Need a last minute decoration for Valentine’s Day or a gift for a fellow Disney lover? We’ve got just the thing! Eight FREE 8×10 printables of romantic quotes from some of our favorite Disney movies. Most are done in chalkboard background but a couple are in pink for fun – 8 prints in all ready to be framed and displayed! Tip: I find that printing on cardstock seems to look the best, but regular paper works too – or you can upload to an office supply store and have them printed for you. So take a look, find your favorite quote or...