1st trip to Disneyland!

samiesmith · 09-11-2006, 06:41 AM

Hello VF! I am so excited to announce I am FINALLY going to get to visit the Disneyland parks and resorts! January 5-9, 2007. I will be in Las Vegas for a trade show (for work) the Jan 3-5 and "when in Rome" my best friend and I decided we should rent a car and drive to Disneyland. I have not travelled to the west coast ever before not to mention Disneyland so if anyone has any tips, and hopefully some Disneyland tips(!!!) please share.

SubmarinemanKevin · 09-11-2006, 08:32 AM

Good luck.Be safe. Have fun! The traffic around Disneyland is crazy. So good stay safe with that.

Indyjohn · 09-11-2006, 05:32 PM

Get there before the parks open. If you plan on getting a locker go there first thing in the morning. Try using some of the Fast Passes they are helpful at times.

dumbo rly? · 09-11-2006, 07:23 PM

enjoy our "home away from home"

adrianne · 09-12-2006, 09:38 AM

Stay at either a Disney hotel, or one walking distance from the parks. That way, you won't have to deal with traffic and parking. See the most popular (read: crowded) attractions 1st thing in the morning, or in the evening. Have fun!!

Ezra · 09-12-2006, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by adrianne

Stay at either a Disney hotel, or one walking distance from the parks.

...but NOT the EconoLodge on Katella. Check the Anaheim Hotels: write your review thread before you book.

sunnygirl · 09-12-2006, 11:13 AM

WOW! I hope you have a blast. As for traffic, it is crazy and the best advice is have snacks and alot of patience. Wear comfy shoes and layer clothing. I would decide the things you really want to do , hit those first. Then the rest is gravy ( so to speak

)4 days should be ample time to do most everything. Some swear by fastpass. And of course this is the best resource for tip and tricks. Enjoy!

mitch · 09-12-2006, 01:01 PM

I would get reserved seating for fantasmic, it"s well worth the 59 dollars, call 30 days in advance 714-781-4400.

Disneyluvr2 · 09-12-2006, 08:57 PM

If it happens to rain, don't let that scare you away from the park! The crowds will be light and you'll walk on to every ride! You can buy a poncho at the park for $6.00 and just keep going!

samiesmith · 09-13-2006, 06:18 AM

Thanks for all the great tips! I am so excited to go! I think we are going to stay at the Grand Californian Hotel and like you said do all of the MUST DO's when we first arrive.

Disneyland Fan · 09-13-2006, 12:24 PM

Early mornings are the best time to hit the E-Ticket attractions as the crowds are still very thin early in the day. Don't forget to hit the Tiki Juice bar for a world famous Dole Whip

.

Have a great trip!!!

~Disneyland Fan~

mrhappybomb · 09-13-2006, 04:03 PM

Yea Once you get your Dole Whip Head for Indiana Jones Adventure Temple of the Forbidden Eye. it's well worth the wait in line if theres no more Fast passes

adrianne · 09-16-2006, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by samiesmith

Thanks for all the great tips! I am so excited to go! I think we are going to stay at the Grand Californian Hotel and like you said do all of the MUST DO's when we first arrive.

Good Choice...I always stay at the GCH, and I love it! Having the direct entrances to DCA and Downtown Disney are terriffic. Also, be sure to have breakfast at least one morning at the Storytellers Cafe -- yummy food, and a lot of fun!

Jen-Ness · 09-17-2006, 12:58 AM

Have a great time and keep your eyes open for other threads with great advice.

tony · 09-17-2006, 07:06 AM

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Originally Posted by samiesmith

Hello VF! I am so excited to announce I am FINALLY going to get to visit the Disneyland parks and resorts! January 5-9, 2007. I will be in Las Vegas for a trade show (for work) the Jan 3-5 and "when in Rome" my best friend and I decided we should rent a car and drive to Disneyland. I have not travelled to the west coast ever before not to mention Disneyland so if anyone has any tips, and hopefully some Disneyland tips(!!!) please share.

ahhh CES or AVN?

09-11-2006, 06:41 AM	#1 (permalink)
samiesmith Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 13 Images: 1 My Mood:	1st trip to Disneyland! Hello VF! I am so excited to announce I am FINALLY going to get to visit the Disneyland parks and resorts! January 5-9, 2007. I will be in Las Vegas for a trade show (for work) the Jan 3-5 and "when in Rome" my best friend and I decided we should rent a car and drive to Disneyland. I have not travelled to the west coast ever before not to mention Disneyland so if anyone has any tips, and hopefully some Disneyland tips(!!!) please share. __________________ ~ Samie

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samiesmith Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 13 Images: 1 My Mood:	Thanks for all the great tips! I am so excited to go! I think we are going to stay at the Grand Californian Hotel and like you said do all of the MUST DO's when we first arrive. __________________ ~ Samie

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Indyjohn Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Simi Valley Posts: 202 My Mood:	Get there before the parks open. If you plan on getting a locker go there first thing in the morning. Try using some of the Fast Passes they are helpful at times.

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dumbo rly? Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 60 My Mood:	enjoy our "home away from home"

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sunnygirl Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: NorCal Posts: 36 My Mood:	WOW! I hope you have a blast. As for traffic, it is crazy and the best advice is have snacks and alot of patience. Wear comfy shoes and layer clothing. I would decide the things you really want to do , hit those first. Then the rest is gravy ( so to speak )4 days should be ample time to do most everything. Some swear by fastpass. And of course this is the best resource for tip and tricks. Enjoy!

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mitch Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Brookings OR Posts: 1 Images: 12 My Mood:	I would get reserved seating for fantasmic, it"s well worth the 59 dollars, call 30 days in advance 714-781-4400.

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