What not to miss at Disney’s California Adventure

“To all people who believe in the power of dreams, welcome.Disney’s California Adventure opens its golden gates to you.” — Michael, Eisner, February 8, 2001, opening day Disney California Adventure Park was conceived as a  tribute and a celebration of the history and cultural diversity of California, and meant to

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Family Fun Weekend Recap: Fiesta Weekend

Disneyland introduced their all new Family Fun Weekends, starting January 14 and continuing on through March 6. The festivities can be found at the Big Thunder Ranch festival arena. (I’m glad it’s back there because then I get to pass the goats on the way. I love the goats.) The

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Disneyland Refurbishment Schedule February 2011

Refurbishment information is subject to change without notice and should be confirmed just prior to visiting. Updated information is available here. Current Grizzly River Run (DCA) closed through 1/22/11 for refurbishment. Honey I Shrunk the Audience (Disneyland) closed through 1/28/11 due to the temporary return of Captain EO. Mulholland Madness

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Blue Sky Cellar Update Showcases Upcoming Little Mermaid Attraction

The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure becomes the newest star in the 2011 update of Walt Disney Imagineering Blue Sky Cellar, the place where Disney California Adventure park guests find an exclusive preview of what is new and what is coming next for the expansion of the Disneyland Resort.

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First Look: The Little Mermaid – Ariel’s Undersea Adventure

Walt Disney Imagineering has turned its sights to the next highly-anticipated opening: The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure, coming soon in 2011. In this video, Imagineer Lisa Girolami takes you behind the curtain (or under the waves) to give you a first look at Ariel’s world. From the drawing

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Ask a Disney Question: Disneyland to Get Rid of Guest Assistance Cards?

We recently got an email from Chuck, who heard a rumor that Disneyland is planning to phase out  Guest Assistance Cards.  I’m happy to report that this rumor is,in fact, false. While there may come a time in the future where GACs are not necessary on many attractions due to

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Disneyland 2011 Half Marathon Weekend

Disneyland® Half Marathon Weekend September 2-4, 2011 Registration will be open for the 2011 Disneyland® Half Marathon Weekend on January 3, 2011. Chase your dreams at the Happiest Race on Earth for the 2011 Disneyland® Half Marathon Weekend on September 2-4, 2011. Imagination is your destination on this 13.1-mile course

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California Adventure Letters Being Removed Today

Today marks the day where Disney construction workers have begun removing the iconic letters from the entrance area of California Adventure. As seen in the photo above, taken by Kevin Hilgeman, the crew wasted no time and removal equipment arrived around midnight. As mentioned in earlier posts, the letters may

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Disney hikes the price of SoCal ticket deal

This article comes to us from Sarah Tully at the OC Register. Disney hiked the price of its annual two-day ticket deal for Southern California residents — a promotion that begins Sunday. Southern California residents can pay $99 for two days at Disneyland Resort parks — Disneyland and Disney California

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Alaska Airlines Vacations Announces ‘Kids Fly Free’ to Disneyland Resort

Alaska Airlines Vacations today launched its newest “Kids Fly Free* to The Disneyland® Resort” program, offering great savings on family travel to Southern California during 2011. The promotion lets children ages 2 to 11 who accompany an adult on an Alaska Airlines Southern California Vacation package travel for just the

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Big changes coming to Disney California Adventure

This exciting news comes to us from Sarah Tully at the OC Register. Disney California Adventure plans to temporarily close corridors, shut down stores and stop its parade as crews work on a major, $1 billion overhaul of the theme park. Disney next year will start finishing major projects of

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Disney Online Puts Fun And Ease Into Holiday Planning With The New ‘All Things Merry: A Guide To The Holidays’

Creating holiday magic for the family has never been easier or more enjoyable!  Disney Online introduces the new “All Things Merry: A Guide to the Holidays,” a comprehensive source for holiday planning with simple and budget-friendly ideas for holiday recipes, unique crafts, homemade gifts and much more! “The holidays are

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Disney Epic Gamer Getaway Sweepstakes

Check out the Epic Gamer Getaway Sweepstakes for your chance to win a trip to see World of Color at Disney California Adventure® Park! Click the picture above to learn more and to enter! Related articles Hanes’ Sweepstakes Gives Away Eight Free Disney Vacations (chipandco.com) Yamaha’s Sweepstakes Gives Away a

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