Storytime: How I Became a Disney-Stan 🌟
I became a certifiable Disney-stan when my now almost-10-year-old daughter was two. Sure, I’d been to Walt Disney World as a kid and again as an adult (those Florida Resident tickets in 2009-2010 were a great deal!), but experiencing Disney magic firsthand with your child really takes the experience to another level. Once I saw her lock eyes with Minnie, it was all over—we became a Disney family. 🏰❤️
We wanted to go back, and since we had family in Los Angeles, we took a road trip to California later that year to visit and experience Disneyland. We haven’t looked back since. While there’s a lot of new stuff at Walt Disney World, Disneyland has such a strong charm that it keeps calling us back. 🌟🚗
Let’s explore some reasons why Disneyland might be the right choice for you! 🎢✨
- Experience Walt Disney’s Magic Kingdom 🌟
Walt Disney himself played a pivotal role in the development of Disneyland and spent his final years enjoying the park with his family. When you visit, you’re literally walking in his footsteps, experiencing the magic he envisioned. 🏰✨ - Save Money on Your Disneyland Trip 💸🏰
Yes, California can be pricey, and staying at the on-site hotels in the Disneyland Resort can be very expensive. But did you know that Disneyland offers packages with stays at Good Neighbor Hotels? These hotels are an easy walk to the parks, offer solid accommodations, and are much more affordable! 🏨✨ These options provide great value and convenience, making your Disneyland trip more budget-friendly without sacrificing comfort. 🌟🚶♂️
- Enjoy More Classic Attractions at Disneyland! 🎢🏰
Disneyland is home to many beloved classic attractions that you won’t want to miss! You can still ride Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride and the newly refurbished (and less terrifying) Snow White’s Scary Adventure. 🌟While it may not be a ride, walking through the castle to experience the story of Sleeping Beauty is a magical experience. Plus, you can see the original It’s a Small World and even enjoy Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln, featuring the audio-animatronic that amazed the world 60 years ago. 🤖✨
- Experience the Thrill Rides at Disneyland! 🎢✨
The thrill rides at Disneyland are a notch above! Space Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain feel a little faster, giving you an extra rush of excitement. Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout offers way more air time than the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. 🚀The Incredicoaster is big and exhilarating, and Indiana Jones Adventure is still mind-blowing. You can still get jump-scared by the Yeti on the Matterhorn Bobsleds. 🏔️ For the ultimate thrill-seekers, take a trip on the swinging gondolas of the Pixar Pal-A-Round and prepare to be truly terrified! 🎡😱 - Why Disneyland Resort is Perfect for Families 🏰👨👩👧👦
The scale of Disneyland Resort is much more manageable for families compared to Walt Disney World. The entire resort is relatively compact, making it easier to navigate. You can walk right in from nearby hotels without needing to drive through forests, hop on riverboats, or catch buses to get to the gate. The parks’ compact nature means it’s easier to handle your (tired) kids and your (tired) feet for a few days. And because it’s smaller…
- Organic Character Experiences 🎭✨
The character experiences at Disneyland are incredibly organic. When you meet characters at Disneyland, you truly meet them in their element. You might be strolling through Fantasyland and suddenly find yourself face-to-face with the Evil Queen or the Queen of Hearts. Pirates and princesses roam around, greeting guests. It’s all less sterile and clinical because the scale is more manageable.
- The Avengers Campus and Cars Land at Disney California Adventure 🌟Disney California Adventure boasts the Avengers Campus, where you can encounter Spider-Man and the Avengers roaming the streets. Enjoy New York’s Best Shawarma, dine at Pym’s Test Kitchen, and experience the super amazing Webslingers ride! 🕷️🦸♂️ You won’t find these attractions at Walt Disney World.
Cars Land is a perfect recreation of Radiator Springs from the Pixar Cars series, and it will blow your mind! 🚗💨 Meet Lightning McQueen and race through the beautiful desert landscapes of the Cars southwest. 🏜️🏁
Why Disneyland is the Perfect Family Vacation 🌟
So these are just a few reasons why Disneyland might be a great family vacation for you. There are many examples where Disneyland outshines its newer, bigger sister in Florida. 🌴✨
Connect with me on Facebook and Instagram, send me a message, and I can get you set up with the trip to Walt Disney’s original Magic Kingdom that’s right for you! 🏰🎢
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