It isn’t the Christmas season for me until I see “A Christmas Fantasy” parade at Disneyland. Seeing those familiar floats make their way down the Magic Kingdom’s parade route really gets me motivated to start celebrating the magic of the season. The opening music box float is backfor 2014. One of the most frequent questions I get about the parade is where to sit. Typically, parade seating on Main Street and Central Plaza is typically most crowded and last minute seats can often be found in Town Square or near “it’s a small world.” If you want a “front row...
2014 “A Christmas Fantasy” parade viewing tips and photos of additions and changes
December 12, 2014 in All Posts, christmas, disneyland, disneyland resort, entertainment, entertainment tips, holidays, Tips & Tricks for Families
It isn’t the Christmas season for me until I see “A Christmas Fantasy” parade at Disneyland. Seeing those familiar floats make their way down the Magic Kingdom’s parade route really gets me motivated to start celebrating the magic of the season. The opening music box float is backfor 2014. One of the most frequent questions I get about the parade is where to sit. Typically, parade seating on Main Street and Central Plaza is typically most crowded and last minute seats can often be found in Town Square or near “it’s a small world.” If you want a “front row...
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Holiday Gift Picks 2014: Disney Frozen 6 in 1 and Disney Frozen Surprise Slides Board Games
December 8, 2014 in All Posts, Big Kids, girls, Kendra, review
Some of my favorite childhood memories involve game nights. My Brother, Dad, and I spent endless hours around a Monopoly board with lots of snacks, lots of laughs, and lots of great time spent together. So, it’s no surprise that all of these years later, I love to have family game night and make the same memories with my kids. This holiday season we were provided with two fun Frozen games to review- and made an afternoon of it. The first game, Disney Frozen 6 in 1, was by far and away the kid’s favorite. They enjoyed the variety and...
Merchandise Monday: December 2014
in All Posts, disney california adventure, disneyland, disneyland resort, Jessica, merchandise
Holiday gift shopping is officially in full swing, and if you you have a few Disney-lovers left on your list, here is some of the brand new merchandise offered at the Disneyland Resort right now! image via Disney Parks Merchandise The Disney Collection by Alex & Ani – The Disney Collection features signature expandable wire bangles adorned with Disney icons and characters. They will make the perfect stocking-stuffer for fans of all ages! image via Disney Parks Merchandise Vinylmation Releases – 12 new Vinylmations are releasing at Disney Parks, and they are: 12/5 – Marvel Vinylmation – Iron Patriot & War...
Yo Ho! A Jake and the Never Land Pirates #DisneyKids Preschool Playdate
in #disneyside, All Posts, birthday parties, disney at home, disney junior, legacy annual pass
Some of the products featured in this post I received for free to host my Jake and the Never Land Pirates #DisneySide Preschool Playdate, but the opinions expressed here are my own. It’s easy to create a festive table without breaking the bank. My family loves to entertain—from themed birthday celebrations to a holiday party we look forward to hosting annually. After moving to a new home this past spring, we finally finished getting unpacked and (mostly) organized. When I learned we’d been selected to host a #DisneySide Preschool Playdate, I was so excited for an opportunity to...
New “Frozen Fun” to Open at the Disneyland Resort January 7th
December 5, 2014 in All Posts, Big Kids, characters, disney california adventure, disneyland, disneyland resort, downtown disney, girls, Kendra
Please see our updated post on everything about Frozen Fun at the Disneyland Resort by clicking here. Please see our updated post on everything about Frozen Fun at the Disneyland Resort by clicking here. In response to the mega-success of Disney’s “Frozen” the Disneyland Resort will be bringing even more “Frozen Fun” to the Disneyland Resort this winter. The all new immersive experiences are truly incredible and will span both Parks and Downtown Disney as well. The fun officially begins January 7th, however, the Disney Parks Blog is reporting that sneak-peaks will begin December 20th! Some of the highlights...
Fun Fact Friday: Disneyland Resort Holidays By The Numbers
in "it's a small world", All Posts, christmas, disney california adventure, disneyland, disneyland resort, grand californian, holidays, Kendra, world of color
Just a few of “it’s a small world” Holiday’s more than 300,000 twinkling lights The holiday season is in full swing at the Disneyland Resort and the parks and hotels could not be more beautifully decorated. Have you ever wondered just how many ornaments adorn the Main Street U.S.A Christmas Tree or how many poinsettias are planted throughout the parks? We’ve got the inside scoop on all things Christmas decor and the numbers will amaze you. Gorgeous Poinsettias Surround The Partners statue Main Street U.S.A.’s Christmas Tree and Garland At Disneyland Park: On Main Street, U.S.A., nearly 79,000 ornaments, more...
The Disney Parks Blog announced today that a new line of Alex & Ani Bangle Bracelets will be released just in time for the holidays- and we couldn’t be more excited!! We’ve gushed over these awesome bangles previously (click here) and positively LOVE the new styles!! Photo Courtesy of the Disney Parks Blog The new collection is inspired by popular Disney sayings- with the first two releases featuring Mickey Mouse and “It All Started With a Mouse” and Simba, Pumba, and Timon and “Hakuna Matata.” Be sure to stop by the following Disneyland Resort locations to check out all of the amazing...
Fun spots to take holiday photos at Disney California Adventure
in All Posts, babies & toddlers, Big Kids, boys, buena vista street, Cars Land, christmas, disney california adventure, disneyland resort, girls, holidays, photography
Still trying to figure out how to create that creative holiday card with a unique photo? Here are ten unique, fun places to take holiday pictures at Disney California Adventure. Rev Your Engines in Cars Land Consider putting together a Cars-themed holiday card with in these locations in Disney California Adventure’s Cars Land. Lightning McQueen is a Sally’s Cozy Cone Take a pic with a baby tractor outside Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree Snowy the Snow Car is a great place to take a photo, as is the Season’s Speedings sign next to him at the entrance of Cars Land. Although...
Ask the Disney Experts: Holiday Time Question Round-up
December 2, 2014 in All Posts, Ask the Disney Expert, christmas, disneyland resort, holidays, Jessica, Tips & Tricks for Families
With Holiday Time in full swing at the Disneyland Resort we thought we’d share a quick round-up of our past Ask the Disney Experts questions with Christmasy topics. Here are the questions we’ve already answered… What is your favorite holiday treat at the Disneyland Resort? (Hint: there might be gingerbread involved) What is your favorite thing about Christmastime at the Disneyland Resort? (How can we choose just one?.. Oh, we can’t.) What is the best reason to make a trip to the Disneyland Resort during the holidays? (So many reasons!) What other Holiday-themed Disneyland Resort questions would you like us to answer?...
Holiday Gift Picks 2014: Disney Jr. Super Stretchy Game & Disney Princess Palace Pets Royal Pet Salon Game
December 1, 2014 in All Posts, babies & toddlers, Big Kids, disney junior, Jessica, shopping tips, Tips & Tricks for Families
December is here! Only 24 shopping days left – so Babes in Disneyland is starting our our Holiday Gift Picks right away! First up we have a few Disney games to share with you… Although this past week was busy with Thanksgiving preparations, I wanted to make sure I made some time during my days off for relaxing and having fun with my kids. So one morning I pulled out two brand new Disney Junior games and promised them playtime first thing after breakfast – I’ve never seen them eat so fast! They picked to play the Disney Jr. Super...