tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29301935237166026872024-02-06T23:03:19.076-07:00The Enchanted PumpkinTravel BlogEnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-16247574220981871902024-01-01T21:16:00.003-07:002024-01-03T13:26:25.892-07:00Genie+ & Lightning Lane<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;">Genie+ & Lightning Lane</span></h2><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;">"Is it easy? No. Do I like it? No, I don't. But do I do it? Yeah, I do." </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: medium;"><span> </span>- Michael Scott, The Office</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">(Cheers to whoever first used that quote to describe Genie+, you were right on the money there!)</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div>Good Morning and Happy New Year! Everyone got sick over the holidays, and the canceled plans freed up some time for writing posts, something I haven't been able to do for a VERY long time! (I'd like to say you'll hear from me more frequently now, but if you have ever raised a toddler, you'll know that isn't likely. We take what we can get haha!)</span><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">This week we cover Genie+ and Lightning Lane, how to use them and whether or not they're</span><span style="font-family: verdana;"> worth the price! Now, I'll start with this note: I may not be the best authority on Genie+ since we have only been once since it was introduced at Disneyland. I have, however, talked to people who have used it many times, and I've watched a LOT of YouTube videos from people who know more than I do (check out </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FreshBakedDisney" style="font-family: verdana;" target="_blank">FreshBaked's YouTube</a><span style="font-family: verdana;"> for good, up-to-date information about Disneyland! This is not an ad for them, just me sharing where I get a lot of my information from!)</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Stay tuned at the end for a run-down on how to use PhotoPass, as well as information on Rider Swap passes, which will be super important for parents of young kids!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><div style="font-family: -webkit-standard;"><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;"><b>The difference between Genie & Genie+</b></span></div><div><br /></div><div>Genie is Disneyland’s free system of planning out your day. In theory, it is supposed to have you select the things you most want to do - rides, shops, dining, etc. - and then help you plan out the perfect game plan using current wait times, Genie+ return times, and mobile ordering windows to help you get the most out of your day. </div><div><br /></div><div>In reality, it’s a joke. The #1 rule is don’t trust anything Genie says haha!</div><div><br /></div><div>There really isn’t a rhyme or reason to the Genie planning system, and it doesn’t take either your desired activities or wait times into consideration. My best guess is that it’s really just trying to evenly distribute guests throughout the park. Not helpful in the slightest. </div><div><br /></div><div>The Genie+ system is completely different, and honestly I have no idea whatsoever why they have the same name. Let’s get into what Genie+ and Lightning Lane have to offer!</div></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;"><b>What are Genie+ and Lightning Lane? </b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Genie+ is the new version of <a href="https://enchantedpumpkintravel.blogspot.com/2019/07/maxpass-at-disneyland-resort.html" target="_blank">MaxPass</a>, which was the new version of FastPass. And if all of that sounds like a foreign language to you, let me break it down! Genie+ is a collection of rides that have been given a certain amount of "fast lane" passes. Each day, every member of your party can add the Genie+ service to their ticket. This costs around $30 per person, per day, and that number can fluctuate on busy days - at the time of writing this, the price was up to $35 per person. Throughout the day, you can reserve time slots for popular attractions that typically have longer wait time. During your allotted time, you head to the attraction and use the Genie+ entrance which acts as a fast lane, usually skipping a large section of the normal line. This allows you to get on the more popular rides quicker and skip the long waits! <br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Lightning Lane works the same, but instead of being included in the Genie+ system, it is a very small collection of popular rides that have an "a la carte" pass that you can purchase separately. (See, these two should be Genie & Genie+. Whoever named these things must have had a great time coming up with the most CONFUSING assortment possible.) Again, this is per person, per day, per RIDE. You can only do two of these rides a day, and at the time of writing this, there are only two attractions available in Lightning Lane: Rise of the Resistance in Disneyland, and Radiator Springs Racers in California Adventure. Something to keep in mind is that the price tag on these rides can be a bit hefty. Disney uses flex pricing which means that they change the price depending on how busy the park is, but from what I understand, Rise is usually around $25 per person, and Racers is usually around $18-20 per person. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;"><b>Is it worth the price?</b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Unfortunately, yes. I say "unfortunately" because we did not get the same value out of it that we used to get with the MaxPass system. The MaxPass system was basically the same thing as Genie+, but you got to do each ride as many times as you wanted throughout the day rather than just once, and all rides that had a “fast lane” were included - none of this extra "a la carte" business with Lightning Lane. Much like the original FastPass did, Genie+ also creates longer lines for standby riders, since Genie+ riders are prioritized. Some rides that had relatively short lines before Genie+ came along now have painful wait times. (Looking at you, Little Mermaid!)</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Am I ranting? Yeah, a little. So what do you get out of Genie+, and <u>why is it worth the price tag</u>? If you are someone who lives nearby and goes to the parks regularly, Genie+ actually might <i>not</i> be worth it for you, because you can always wait to ride something another day when the line is short. However, if you are like us, and you are only vacationing for a few days every couple of years, then you want to be able to hit as many rides as possible - which means standing in lines for as short of a time as possible. As I said before, Genie+ riders get priority. It may be that the very existence of Genie+ is what creates the long lines that make Genie+ necessary, but necessary it is regardless. A good way to get your money's worth out of the program is to make sure you ALWAYS have something booked! As soon as you scan in to your ride, hop onto the app and grab a pass for the next one. Unfortunately, since you can only get one pass per ride each day, you might have to land hop a little bit (something we typically try to avoid!), but it's worth using it as much as possible. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Another perk to Genie+ is free PhotoPass! Now I will say, PhotoPass is definitely worth the cost! Around the park, you will see Cast Members in brown vests holding cameras. They are there to take your pictures in front of iconic landmarks, or with the Characters they are hanging out with! They will often add touches of magic to your photos, so pose however they tell you to - it's worth it! These are called "magic shots", don't be afraid to ask for them! You might find the pose of everyone staring at their kid's outstretched hand a little odd, but you just might find Tinkerbell standing there in the final picture! Typically</span><span style="font-family: verdana;">, you would need to purchase your photos for the day in order to download and keep them, but with Genie+, they can be downloaded right to your camera roll at no additional cost! You will also be able to scan your ride photos on the few rides that take your picture. Note: you will only have 30 days to download the pictures before they disappear, so don't delay!! I'll include instructions for how to use PhotoPass at the bottom of this post if you aren't sure how to work that feature!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Is Individual Lightning Lane worth it? For us, it's only worth it once per trip. Both Rise of the Resistance and Radiator Springs regularly have long lines, and it was worth it to be able to skip the line to ensure we got to ride each ride at least once. You can try to rope drop these rides (meaning get to the parks EARLY, and as soon as the parks open you head straight to these rides), or, you can wait and hope you get a shorter wait time later in the day. Keep in mind, though, that the passes for these two rides go quickly in the mornings, so you don't want to miss out if you don't find short lines the first couple days of your trip! We were willing to pay to ride once, and after that we decided we could take our chances with the lines. I have heard that since our trip, Rise of the Resistance actually has a less daunting line that might be worth the wait rather than spending your money, but check the wait times and decide for yourself! </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;"><b>How to use it!</b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">It's all done in the app! The Disneyland app isn't the easiest to navigate, so I recommend getting familiar with the app before you get to the park! Begin by making sure your whole party has all your park tickets linked! At the bottom right of the app, press the three bars, click "Tickets and Passes", and then "Link Tickets & Passes". Once you link everything, anyone in the party can see and scan all tickets for the whole group, and will be able to schedule Genie+ and Lightning Lane for everyone at the same time, ensuring everyone gets the same time slots and has access to their passes for the day. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">To make Genie+ and Lighting Lane reservations, go to the bottom of the app, and push the + button. At the bottom of the pop-up menu, select "Book a Lightning Lane Entry". This will take you to your Tip Board. This is the place where you can see wait times for all attractions! (You can also access this page by clicking on the three bars at the bottom right, and selecting "Tip Board".) To make finding Genie+ times easier, enable the filter that says "Show Only Disney Genie+ Lightning Lanes". You will now be able to scroll through all attractions that offer Genie+ or Lightning Lane, and see all the return times. Remember, that once they sell out, they are gone for the day, so you want to keep an eye on return times throughout the day. If they are going quick, you want to snag one early! </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">To select an attraction, you will want to click on the "LL Disney Genie+" option under the ride you want. It will walk you through a few steps, including selecting who in your party you want to make reservations for. Because passes can go fast, your final time might be a little later or earlier than you originally selected, either due to others finishing the process first, or someone canceling their earlier timeslots at the same time you snagged yours. It's confusing sometimes, but you just gotta roll with it! <u>Something important to remember: you can only hold one attraction at a time</u>,<i> </i>so plan accordingly! Now if Haunted Mansion Holiday or Space Mountain are filling up fast, and you can't get on until 7 PM and it's only 10 in the morning, don't fret! <b>You can book a new pass either once your previous one is used/expired OR two hours from the time of booking, whichever comes first.</b> So grab those late Genie+ passes! Then set a 2-hour timer, and at noon, start looking for your next pass. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Lightning Lane works a little differently. You CAN hold both a Lightning Lane AND Genie+ pass at the same time. You want to book those Lightning Lane passes ASAP, because R</span><span style="font-family: verdana;">ise of the Resistance and Radiator Springs Racers both tend to sell out very early in the morning. </span><span style="font-family: verdana;">Get to the parks early so you can get through the gates as the park opens, and as soon as you pass through those turnstiles, get on the app and try to get your Lightning Lanes. If you are through the gates before official park opening, just keep refreshing the page until it allows you to purchase. Keep in mind that you will only be able to get passes for the park you are in, unless you have a Park Hopper ticket. Park Hopper tickets will allow you to get Genie+ and Lightning Lane for both parks, but note that times for the other park will not start until 11:00 AM, since that is the earliest you can park-hop. If you miss out on getting your Lightning Lane passes in the morning, keep checking it throughout the day. Someone may decide to cancel their pass, or sometimes Disneyland will release more passes later in the afternoon around 12-1:00 PM. It's always worth checking on! </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Once you have your Genie+ or Lightning Lane pass, take note of the return time. You will be given an hour time slot to return to the ride. There is generally a short grace period if you are running late, but don't push it too far, or your passes will expire and they might not be able to let you through the Genie+ queue! (Believe me, we have definitely been the out-of-breath speed walkers trying to make our way through Galaxy's Edge in time to use our passes!) There are no penalties for letting your passes expire, but you don't get the ride back to try again later (unless you cancel it rather than letting it expire), and you don't get your money back on Lightning Lane! Once at the queue, a Cast Member will scan your passes which will show up in your Disneyland App. You can find them in "Future Plans", and they will also typically pop-up for you when you open the app during your time slot! Once scanned, your passes will disappear, and you will be eligible to make new Genie+ reservations! </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;"><b>Rider Swap Passes!</b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">If you are a parent traveling with young kids, then something else to keep in mind is a pass called the Rider Swap Pass. This pass is for groups who have guests that don't quite meet the height requirement on a ride (typically parents with little kids!) This pass makes Disneyland a little easier for parents, so no one has to miss out on a ride when you just don't have time for both mom and dad to wait in that long Space Mountain line separately, while the other parent waits off the ride with their child. If someone in your group falls into this category, head to the Cast Member at the beginning of the attraction's line (taking the little rider with you), and ask for a Rider Swap Pass! They will add a pass to your account that will be similar to a Genie+ pass (but this one is free!) Here's how it works: Parent #1 will go stand in line for the ride, along with anyone else in the group that meets the height requirement. Parent #2 waits off with the littles that couldn't ride. When Parent #1 finishes their ride-through, Parent #2 will get to head back to the Genie+ entrance, <u>along with two other guests!</u> (Yes, that means a lucky two riders will get to ride twice, a feature my brothers loved on our last trip with our toddler!) Parent #2 and guests will get to go through the shorter Genie+ line, making the second ride-through much quicker! And, as a bonus, this doesn't just apply to standby lines. If you already have Genie+ tickets, then everyone gets to stand in the Genie+ line twice, giving you double the speed!!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;"><b>Need a quick run-down on how to link PhotoPass? </b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana; text-align: center;">In the Disneyland App, go to the three bars at the bottom right of the screen, click on "Photos" and then "Link Photos" at the top right. Sometimes a photographer will give you a physical PhotoPass card if you don't have your phone available for them to link your pictures. You can scan in your card here, enter an Attraction ID for ride photos (see pictures below), show your PhotoPass code to photographers to have PhotoPass linked directly to your app, or link the pictures from a group member's pass! Any photographer will be able to walk you through the steps as well, so don't be afraid to ask!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6ITiA4jBM8VJWM4BDmh7S3DDkoWqgPfCV5pJbtd6NvQRte-1DG-H1j65c1-SxpuUnQTZ8GlBkTEB8qQWlzpYLidUssDB_flZleiIYvexSeqGx7ETt-G9eUZpLxecsCkFjnFm6jG5uzU2o7hWZwnPiZy_h5pk89gIXOcu7HyqcACkYXISU5OUMH8KmWNI/s3112/Ride%20Photos.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2044" data-original-width="3112" height="263" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6ITiA4jBM8VJWM4BDmh7S3DDkoWqgPfCV5pJbtd6NvQRte-1DG-H1j65c1-SxpuUnQTZ8GlBkTEB8qQWlzpYLidUssDB_flZleiIYvexSeqGx7ETt-G9eUZpLxecsCkFjnFm6jG5uzU2o7hWZwnPiZy_h5pk89gIXOcu7HyqcACkYXISU5OUMH8KmWNI/w400-h263/Ride%20Photos.png" width="400" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: times; font-size: normal;">Be sure to take note of your ride code (circled in yellow) and link it to your PhotoPass in the app!</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Clear as mud? We know the process can be complicated, so leave us any questions you have in a comment below, and we will try to answer as many as we can! </span></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">As always, if you have any tips, tricks or questions you would like to submit to our blog, feel free to send us an email at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com! And don't forget to follow us by hitting "Subscribe" at the top of the page!
You can also follow us over at Facebook & Instagram @enchantedpumpkintravel </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">-Lindsay Prout</span></div>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-52730183028750784742021-12-02T14:04:00.006-07:002021-12-02T14:16:52.054-07:005 MORE Things We Take to the Parks!<span style="font-family: verdana;">Good Morning! </span><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Once upon a time, we posted about the <a href="http://enchantedpumpkintravel.blogspot.com/2018/09/top-5-essentials-we-pack-for-disneyland.html">top 5 things we always pack for Disneyland!</a> This week we are back with 5 MORE things we always take with us! Let's get started! As I did last time, I'll include links to some of my favorite products. (Note: These aren't affiliate links, just links to some products I like.)</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;"><b>1. A Fan</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiVjM9p3zH-7nmPW9tZm7Z921tTb3XbDs7rUJ4vpa74_J0wCBaJH25UTZS9PbVE9-7eL81zyOs2m2W5BatFTdtBuX0XOwkIAWrX-8bZb52pPLPcP3PxN0dTU5bYorO8mRIyGKeolFUNU1PZwIQUJhkDzNZQJvM7-tLtQxw-wE2M1SBMsCCkBJB3Zzut=s4032" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiVjM9p3zH-7nmPW9tZm7Z921tTb3XbDs7rUJ4vpa74_J0wCBaJH25UTZS9PbVE9-7eL81zyOs2m2W5BatFTdtBuX0XOwkIAWrX-8bZb52pPLPcP3PxN0dTU5bYorO8mRIyGKeolFUNU1PZwIQUJhkDzNZQJvM7-tLtQxw-wE2M1SBMsCCkBJB3Zzut=w400-h300" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: times; font-size: small;">This handheld fan came from a shop at the China Pavilion at Epcot! </span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Whether you bring a misting fan, a necklace fan, or a handheld fan, these are a MUST in the parks! My go-to the handheld fan because I get more control and air flow than with other fans - plus it doesn't require batteries! I find the misting fans are a bit too bulky to carry around for my taste, however, they also do a great job of cooling you down! My second favorite fan would be the necklace fan. It's hands free, and the batteries last a good amount of time, although they don't quite give the same amount of air flow as a handheld fan does. My parents bought <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007OYTJE8/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1">these ones</a> and we have all really liked them.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><div style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;"><b>2. Sunglasses</b></span></div><div style="font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: verdana;">It's hot and sunny in SoCal! A day without a good pair of sunglasses can mean a nasty headache for you. Believe me, I know from experience. Fair warning: sunglasses in the park cost a lot more than sunglasses on Amazon, so plan ahead of time! <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01H581OKO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1">Here</a> is the link for my favorite pair that have lasted several years. Fun fact: the time I ordered said pair of sunglasses, I forgot until a couple days before we left, and Amazon couldn't get them to me until the day we would have arrived in California. So I called our hotel and learned that you can have packages delivered to you at the hotel! The receptionist had the sunglasses waiting for me at the front desk when we checked in, which was super slick. Definitely check to see how soon Amazon can deliver to your hotel before paying $30+ for a pair at Downtown Disney. </span></div><div><br /></div></span></div><div><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;"><b>3. Portable Chargers</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div><span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgo68kAQxCpRh_Y-t1VPGqlz6xMv5abr-dYwkoQ0cHAYtIFqVj0fu4M2HiWsdeoTb6ldLousP34qzCQ8E4U8gAFPAp-9ZjfNqBq8p841Biatl4lLsl7N1boyeKiLtJDo4TQ1ZG2ZaCJFVsMf9e_nKD6mJ_XL4u_ZdydvXTAKuucdVa2MVyjBl3vqQU-=s2475" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2475" data-original-width="2311" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgo68kAQxCpRh_Y-t1VPGqlz6xMv5abr-dYwkoQ0cHAYtIFqVj0fu4M2HiWsdeoTb6ldLousP34qzCQ8E4U8gAFPAp-9ZjfNqBq8p841Biatl4lLsl7N1boyeKiLtJDo4TQ1ZG2ZaCJFVsMf9e_nKD6mJ_XL4u_ZdydvXTAKuucdVa2MVyjBl3vqQU-=s320" width="299" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: times; font-size: small;">We bought this portable charger off Amazon years ago. Works like a charm!</span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span><span style="font-family: verdana;">With the parks utilizing mobile devices for food orders, interactive elements, reservations, wait times, Genie+, park tickets, and more, your park experience relies fairly heavily on the Disneyland App and the Disney Play App. Thanks to that, along with anything else you use your phone for throughout the day, you go through a lot of battery life! A portable charger is a MUST for keeping up with wait times, reservations, and interactive elements! We purchased ours from Amazon and it certainly gets a lot of use. Disneyland has Fuel Rod stations throughout the park that you can use for this purpose if you don't get a portable charger ahead of your trip. These cost around $30, and come with all the charging cables you need. Once one fuel rod drains, you just go back to a Fuel Rod kiosk and switch it out for a fully charged one! </span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;"><b>4. A Pen & A Map</b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">An easy thing to tuck in a pocket or a purse, we always bring a pen with us and snag an extra map on the way in the parks! We use this map as our "game plan", marking off everything we've done and keeping track of the things we want to do each day. This helps us keep track of what we're doing and hit everything we want to by the time the trip is over! </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;"><b>5. A Pair of Good Headphones</b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Now you may not need these much in the park itself, BUT these are still a must for the vacation as a whole! Headphones are perfect for watching a movie after the kids go to bed without waking them up, listening to music without disturbing your neighbors, or keeping entertained in the car or on the flight to and from Disneyland! If you are flying, I recommend noise cancelling headphones as they will help drown out the engine noises and aid in keeping your ears from plugging up! (Tip: take some gum with you to help your ears pop with altitude changes! If traveling with a baby, a binkie can help their ears as well.) I usually travel with a pair of over the ear headphones as well as my airpods. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01EF5DBYM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1">This headset</a> isn't noise canceling, but they are a good price and they've worked really well for flights. </span></div><div><br /></div><div><div><br /></div></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">What are some of your favorite things to take on vacation? Leave us a comment below! </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">As always, if you have any tips, tricks or questions you would like to submit to our blog feel free to send us an email at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com! And don't forget to follow us by hitting "Subscribe" at the top of the page!
You can also follow us over at Facebook & Instagram @enchantedpumpkintravel</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">-Lindsay Prout</span></div>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-49758644895475490002021-10-05T20:13:00.003-06:002021-10-05T20:13:50.588-06:00Managing Expectations<span style="font-family: verdana;">Good Morning! </span><div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeY79JgXiEkkEzzx9rnMrRSl-lP46OQKmugj-oigvaIxFd-eQmWS4gcdeONC6Hb8i_QAs571QvBn0jUgLh2IDyL9HxngzHrpxlAE_wBleieHlrqQbba-PDlJcHdbro93lCl23P6u9zxhA/s2048/Jack+at+the+Sword+in+the+Stone.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1221" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeY79JgXiEkkEzzx9rnMrRSl-lP46OQKmugj-oigvaIxFd-eQmWS4gcdeONC6Hb8i_QAs571QvBn0jUgLh2IDyL9HxngzHrpxlAE_wBleieHlrqQbba-PDlJcHdbro93lCl23P6u9zxhA/w239-h400/Jack+at+the+Sword+in+the+Stone.jpg" width="239" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: times; font-size: small;">Little Jack did not expect the sword to be so difficult to remove from the stone!</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Over the last few weeks, I have had the opportunity to help several people in the planning process of their Disneyland vacations - one of my absolute favorite things to be able to help with! It's given me the chance to think about the most important piece of advice I can give to those going for their first time - and today I'm going to share that with you!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">It all boils down to one word: expectations. It's never pleasant when we go somewhere with high expectations, just to find that reality is not at all what we had in mind! It always makes me sad to see guests who did not go with the right expectations, because they often leave having a sour experience that could have been prevented. Planning a Disney trip with the proper expectations in mind can help reduce stress and avoid unpleasant surprises! Here are a few things to keep in mind:</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><div><b><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;">1. Lines are long!</span></b></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">In my experience, this is the #1 dashed expectation that a lot of new guests just weren't planning on. I have often heard the frustrated complaint, "This line is too long, I want to find a ride that doesn't have a 30 minute wait!" They march off to the next ride only to find that this line, too, is 30+ minutes long. "It's too busy here!" "There are too many people!" "These lines are ridiculous!" Doesn't sound like a very good day, does it? </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">The fact of the matter is people LOVE Disneyland. It's always going to be crowded, there will always be lots of people in attendance. If you go in not really thinking much about lines and expecting to hit every ride on your check-list in one day, you WILL be disappointed. My advice? Plan on every line being 30-45 minutes long. That being said, there will be tons of attractions that have much shorter lines. Think of those attractions as magical bits of pixie dust being sprinkled upon your vacation. There will be lots of pixie dust, and the lines that end up being at that 30-45 minute mark won't surprise or discourage you! If a line is longer than 45 minutes, that's when you should start deciding if the attraction is worth the wait to you or not. Some totally will be, some won't. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Remember, there are tons of fun ways to spend your time in line! While the lines are not as interactive as the lines at Disney World, many have fun little hidden gems to discover. You can also download the Heads Up! game (not an ad, just an app we love). When in the parks, you can download the Disney Parks card pack for free! It's a blast and is a great way to kill time. Click <a href="http://enchantedpumpkintravel.blogspot.com/2018/07/make-waiting-in-lines-fun.html" target="_blank">here</a> for other ways to make lines fun!</span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG6u9UmUVwz2xg-JZZ7QpRFjrVrg2nJEZzpepLFHzb1_UrET4S0i6ovUNAmO02YP_nKMZeRUh4MlXGoMjKcWihg5ftpmabNJ7hFf8hyJos55Xh1E0zmOq_KDRCmgzJY34hHRcD6Lg7e5Y/s2048/IMG_6484.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG6u9UmUVwz2xg-JZZ7QpRFjrVrg2nJEZzpepLFHzb1_UrET4S0i6ovUNAmO02YP_nKMZeRUh4MlXGoMjKcWihg5ftpmabNJ7hFf8hyJos55Xh1E0zmOq_KDRCmgzJY34hHRcD6Lg7e5Y/w300-h400/IMG_6484.JPG" width="300" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: times; font-size: small;">The line to get a Fastpass for Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout! during opening week. This is not a typical line for something like a Fastpass, but it is a typical (I may even say "short") line for the ride!</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Also be aware: as of the writing of this post, Fastpass and Maxpass are gone, and have not yet been replaced by the new Genie+ and Lightning Lanes services. That means the only way to get around long lines is if the attraction <i>happens </i>to have single rider. This is something you'll want to discuss with your group - do you all like the idea of single rider? Would any of you rather wait in line to ride with the whole group, rather than by-passing the line to possibly ride with a stranger? If you have younger kids, you may want to skip single rider as they make no guarantee that they'll be able keep your group together!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><b><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;">2. Bring WALKING shoes!</span></b></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Disneyland may not be Disney World large, but you're still going to get your steps in before noon. Plan on spending more than half your day either walking or standing. If you come wearing shoes that are not comfortable, you will be miserable - trust me, I've been there myself. There is nothing magical about sore feet! I would also suggest talking to your party ahead of time to discuss how everyone wants to spend their day - will anyone need or want lots of sit-down breaks? Will some be driven insane by sitting at a restaurant for more than an hour to rest? Plan to spend some time throughout your day on longer rides like Small World, Pirates, or Tiki Room to rest your feet! </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><b><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;">3. Prices!</span></b></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">It should come as no surprise that Disneyland has "Disney Prices". It's not just the tickets that are expensive! Plan to spend far more on merchandise, food, and experiences than you would outside the park. Let's get some sticker shock out of the way right now on some popular items. Sweatshirts and jackets can range from $50 - $80. Christmas Ornaments will be around $20 - $30. The super cute mini Loungefly backpacks you see everywhere will be between $60 & $80. Mugs will be around $15 - $20. Minnie Ears will be about $30. Oh, and those really fancy lightsabers you can build in Galaxy's Edge? Plan about $200 for those bad boys. (But honestly, the experience just might be worth it...)</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizYEaUOwDmLV3vX3yLt-ErRHQqTvEF3w_pXzIidNQ7PUUMctP65XFTcgbc4YCLEAYu9xbixKlI-eCdsyhEjxX4KpmJaECn4e8lTBkyAL9Yekx1ZgZqWpqP6AQprnOcmLmSYmf6X3AchJw/s2048/IMG_6348.JPG"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizYEaUOwDmLV3vX3yLt-ErRHQqTvEF3w_pXzIidNQ7PUUMctP65XFTcgbc4YCLEAYu9xbixKlI-eCdsyhEjxX4KpmJaECn4e8lTBkyAL9Yekx1ZgZqWpqP6AQprnOcmLmSYmf6X3AchJw/w300-h400/IMG_6348.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Now, you may be thinking, "I don't need to get lots of merchandise! That's not a big deal!" Well, you know what you <i>do</i> need? Food! If you plan to eat in park (rather than going off-property or bringing in your own food), then plan to spend accordingly! We typically plan $50 per person, per day when budgeting things out. If we plan to do a nicer dining experience, we'll plan on spending more that day. Take a look at the Disneyland App, where you can find menus and pricing for all the restaurants. This can help you get an idea ahead of time of how much you'll be spending. As a quick guide: </span></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: verdana;">Food at a quick service restaurant typically starts at $15 per person. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: verdana;">Food at a sit down restaurant will be closer to $30 per person. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: verdana;">If you want a really nice experience-based dining (like a character breakfast or the Blue Bayou, for example) plan to spend about $60 - $70 a plate. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: verdana;">Most items at snack carts (ex. churros, pretzels, or ice cream bars) will be around $5 each. </span></li></ul><span style="font-family: verdana;">It's a lot to take in (and dish out), but if you go in expecting it, then you won't be disappointed when you get there. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW2AxnJyI96SZdGzxa6uBaUe_Gbg765uNQXZhlpYAZJqF85FrbXoRd9_HNbS98erDVS2QBdhaVByaHDomafYclZIVYjYO3iCPPFR3IAftTdQ-kfp3WtrH_OmBtf2PWHX6Y_CykNGb1Q_A/s2048/IMG_2359.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW2AxnJyI96SZdGzxa6uBaUe_Gbg765uNQXZhlpYAZJqF85FrbXoRd9_HNbS98erDVS2QBdhaVByaHDomafYclZIVYjYO3iCPPFR3IAftTdQ-kfp3WtrH_OmBtf2PWHX6Y_CykNGb1Q_A/w400-h300/IMG_2359.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><b><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;">4. Park food is park food.</span></b></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">On the subject of food...We often get wrapped up in this magical world that we often forget that we're really just in a theme park. A really nice theme park, but still a theme park. With as much as you pay for food, you might be thinking, "This had better be the best burger I've ever had!" Spoiler alert: it's just a theme park burger. Don't get me wrong, Disney has some AMAZING food (Plaza Inn for example has absolutely delicious options at pretty decent prices), but I would take the cautionary side in setting expectations for this one. Expect average theme park food, and if you get something out of this world, then it's a pixie dust bonus!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Keep in mind that "nicer restaurant" doesn't always mean better food. Sometimes you truly are paying for the experience or the atmosphere. At Blue Bayou, for example, you are largely paying for atmosphere (which is pretty cool, to be honest). At a character breakfast, you are paying for the experience. I will add in a side note here: Plaza Inn's Minnie & Friends Character Breakfast actually has delicious food, and I do feel like I'm getting what I pay for. Plaza Inn always delivers where food is concerned. Also something to keep in mind for these nicer restaurants: reservations start to fill up <b>60 days</b> in advance, so plan accordingly! Try to get your reservations as soon as they come available to you. You might be able to score a walk-up reservation, but it isn't always possible. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">P.S. Please be nice to cast members if you can't get a reservation. It's frustrating when guests become furious with cast members because they can't get a reservation. They truly are the magic makers - if they could get everyone in who asked, they would. Be kind.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><b><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana;">5. Hot Days & Cool Nights!</span></b></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Last one before I sign off for the day! Southern California, in the summer especially, is very toasty. Wear sunscreen. Wear sunglasses. Bring a fan - heck, bring a misting fan if you have one. Remember all the walking and the standing I mentioned? Most of that takes place outside! Rides will be blessedly air conditioned, as will most buildings, but definitely expect quite a bit of heat in between. Something else to keep in mind is that the evenings can get quite a bit cooler. I am generally cold enough to put on a light jacket as it gets dark. If you are like me and get cold easily, then I would suggest packing one with you, or plan on purchasing a light jacket in the park.</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">What other tips do you have for new Disneyland guests? Leave us a comment below! </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">As always, if you have any tips, tricks or questions you would like to submit to our blog feel free to send us an email at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com! And don't forget to follow us by hitting "Subscribe" at the top of the page!
You can also follow us over at Facebook & Instagram @enchantedpumpkintravel </span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana;">-Lindsay Prout</span></div></div>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-45861811108453511872021-03-23T18:52:00.002-06:002021-03-24T20:33:11.849-06:00PetsHotel Review!Good Evening! <div><br /></div><div>This week we review the PetsHotel by PetSmart - because our furry friends deserve it!</div><div><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHRSE8hrvKGyz4ateZ8FuUwag8kb4xIwvJ2sUlYX-AXzBaZRarrz2Gjs26eyI9u9sjzPWPnaX8Jw37br01T1CotzVrOe_EbO6kHg99nvU-POlAo48RngcMnXCkEBHFV_F0Yjuy54aAMcA/s1024/File_000.png" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1024" data-original-width="1024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHRSE8hrvKGyz4ateZ8FuUwag8kb4xIwvJ2sUlYX-AXzBaZRarrz2Gjs26eyI9u9sjzPWPnaX8Jw37br01T1CotzVrOe_EbO6kHg99nvU-POlAo48RngcMnXCkEBHFV_F0Yjuy54aAMcA/s320/File_000.png" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #cccccc; font-family: times; font-size: small;">Ranger's first stay away from home!</span></td></tr></tbody></table><div><br /></div><div>BUT FIRST! We have some exciting news - after over a year of being closed, Disneyland Resort recently announced their plans to open up on April 30th! I am so excited about this, and I can't wait to go back. Since I am not a California Resident, it will be some time before we can get in, but expect some fun posts when we do! You can read more about Disneyland's announcement <a href="https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2021/03/magic-is-back-at-disneyland-resort-theme-parks-plan-to-reopen-on-april-30/" target="_blank">here</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>Now on to today's subject!</div><div><br /></div><div>We recently took a lovely weekend trip down to St. George, Utah! Our hotel was not pet friendly, so we decided to board our cute 9 month old puppy at the PetSmart <a href="https://services.petsmart.com/petshotel" target="_blank">PetsHotel</a> at Jordan Landing in West Jordan, UT for a few days. They had great reviews online, and we've loved using PetSmart for their grooming services (and pretty much everything else dog related), so we decided to give them a shot. </div><div><br /></div><div>Booking his stay was a pretty smooth process, and I was able to do it all on the PetSmart app. They offer several packages to make sure your pet is as comfortable as possible! PetsHotel has two options for rooms, either a private room that they can share with their pet siblings if you are booking more than one pet, or a standard room in the main atrium which gets sanitized daily. As far as I was able to tell, pet siblings can also share the same standard room, it's just not in a private, quiet area. Each package includes a variety of activities and treats that you can add onto your pet's stay, and you can also book a grooming as well so they come home nice and clean!</div><div><br /></div><div>A standard stay includes two daily walks, unlimited potty trips, free food (unless you choose to bring your own food), a clean bed, 24/7 care, and medication dispensing if your pet needs it! We chose the Gold Package add-on which added up to 8 hours of play & enrichment with other dogs at the Doggy Day Camp and a Kong treat activity. Day Camp has tons of fun activities including practicing skills, playing with bubbles, story telling, playtime on dog-approved playground equipment, etc. Overall, the price was pretty decent, at around $70 for three days. As far as food options went, we opted to bring in our own food, so they had us bring it in separate labeled containers for each meal. (Due to Covid procedures, they needed tupperware instead of ziplocks or other baggies so they could sanitize them without the sanitizer getting into the food, so be prepared with a handful of small tupperware!)</div><div><br /></div><div>The PetsHotel does require dogs to be up to date on vaccinations, and are sticklers about making sure they have documentation from vets, so I felt confident that Ranger would be around healthy dogs. They were very helpful when they called to confirm his stay, and offered to call my vet right then and there and get the vaccines updated in the system. That way, I didn't have to go through the hassle of going into the vet and having them print out a bunch of paperwork for me. </div><div><br /></div><div>Since this was my first time ever leaving my dog, I was pretty nervous! I probably called the hotel about 5 times leading up to our vacation to double check that they had everything in the system that they needed. (They were very patient and kind!) When we got to the hotel, a bunch of other dogs were getting dropped off for Doggy Day Camp, and were able to talk with some of the owners. Their dogs came to play at Doggy Day Camp often, and loved it there. Ranger was so excited to be surrounded by so many new friends! The employees were so kind and clearly loved all the dogs, knowing many of them by name, so I felt like I was leaving Ranger in good hands. Since this was Ranger's first time, they also asked if they could give him an ice cream treat during his stay, which I'm sure he was thrilled about! They had me sign a little bit of paperwork ensuring that Ranger wasn't aggressive, and letting me know about all their protocols and procedures - all the legal stuff. I'm certain that there are some people that would get annoyed by how many times the question about aggression is asked both in person and on paper, but in all honesty, I was really grateful because it showed how serious they were about the safety of both the employees and dogs in their care. I left feeling pretty confident that Ranger was going to have a great time. </div><div><br /></div><div>During the second day of our vacation, I received a darling picture in my email of Ranger on his way to a morning activity! This was an unexpected surprise, and I was delighted to see how happy he looked! I wish they would have sent me a picture every day of his stay, but since it wasn't really a service I had expected to receive, I was happy with whatever I could get. One thing that the PetsHotel did not offer that a few other hotels in the area have was live cameras that we could check on every now and then to see how our pup was doing, and how he was playing with the other dogs. I did rest easy, however, knowing that if something was wrong, the PetsHotel would have called to let me know. </div><div><br /></div><div>Picking Ranger up went just as smooth as the drop-off process! I was really impressed that when I told them I was there to pick up Ranger, they didn't have to pause to look him up in the system and read out some notes another employee had jotted down about him. She knew exactly who I was talking about and was able to tell me all about his stay and how well he had done with the other dogs during Day Camp. They also sent me home with a "report card" detailing Ranger's entire weekend. I would have been pretty suspicious if everything was marked off as "Oh, Ranger did great with everything, he was very happy and had no issues!" I know my dog pretty well, and knew there were areas where he would have a rough time. So, I was pleased when I opened up the report card and found exactly what I expected to see! They had a little comments section where they were able to write a more detailed report about the things he did well with, and the things that made him a little nervous. To the left was a checklist with several categories like Meal Time, Snacks, Potty Trips, Sleeping, and Playtime, showing how well Ranger did in each one. As expected, he played hard and had tons of fun, and didn't really seem to have issues sleeping away from home. He needed encouragement going potty, and he only grazed on his food, but devoured the snacks. (They were awesome to send home any food he didn't eat so it didn't go to waste!) These were the two areas we knew would be an issue for him, since he's usually way too excited to go play to eat much of his breakfast until lunchtime, and really doesn't like going potty where other dogs have been. I was thrilled to see that they really paid attention to Ranger, and didn't just check off things to make us feel good when he came home. Ranger was happy to see us again, but sad to leave his new friends. He wasn't too excited to get in our car to go home! They let us know that dogs are usually pretty tired for a day or two after they go home from all of the excitement - especially for their first time. True to their word, Ranger slept for most of the next day! </div><div><br /></div><div>We really didn't experience any major issues with Ranger's stay. I was a little disappointed that they had written his name on the toys I had left with him in sharpie, which was starting to come off as he chewed on them. However, the writing was small and not enough that it was going to hurt Ranger, so it wasn't something I was too concerned with. That being said, it's the only real complaint I had, so I have to say that the PetsHotel really did a great job in taking care of my pup!</div><div><br /></div><div>One thing that I would recommend is giving your pup their usual bath <b>after </b>the trip. We decided to send Ranger all cleaned up for his stay, but ended up bathing him again when he came home. We don't usually bathe him quite that often because it can dry out his skin, but we made an exception this time because he smelled like he had been licked by every single dog at the hotel! If you usually take your dog to the groomers for their regular bath, then I would recommend doing a grooming the last day of their stay. We took this route for Ranger's next stay this summer since that is usually when we would take him in for a haircut anyways. You also have the option of booking the Platinum package which adds a bath at the end of the stay, but I would only recommend this if 1. your dog doesn't need a full service at the groomers and 2. if you don't usually bathe them at home. Otherwise, you are paying extra for a service you could easily do yourself!! </div><div><br /></div><div>I was really impressed that three days after we brought him home, PetSmart called me to check in on Ranger and see how he was doing. This level of extra care really made me feel good about their hotel as an option for future visits! As I stated earlier, we have already booked his next stay for our summer vacation, and would definitely recommend PetSmart PetsHotel!</div><div><br /></div><div>Do you have any Pet Hotels you would recommend (or not recommend)? Leave us a comment below! </div><div><br /></div><div>As always, if you have any tips, tricks or questions you would like to submit to our blog feel free to send us an email at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com! </div><div><br /></div><div>And don't forget to follow us by hitting "Subscribe" at the top of the page!
You can also follow us over at Facebook & Instagram @enchantedpumpkintravel</div><div><br /></div><div>-Lindsay Prout!</div>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-67415894508929196172019-12-09T09:00:00.000-07:002019-12-10T13:12:37.524-07:00Mobile Ordering at Disneyland<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good Morning!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Many of us are getting ready for the Holiday season around our homes, and many are heading to Disneyland to experience Christmas time at the resort! I have never been for Christmas, but it is on my bucket list! While there, you might be looking for ways to avoid the crowds, and one way is to take advantage of the mobile ordering service available at many restaurants around the resort! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Disneyland implemented</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> mobile ordering back in late 2018, so if you haven't been this year, this system may be new to you! </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We tried this out for the first time back in May, and it really made for a smooth dining experience. Last week we talked about how the Disneyland app turns your phone into your <a href="http://enchantedpumpkintravel.blogspot.com/2019/07/maxpass-at-disneyland-resort.html" target="_blank">FASTPASS</a>, PhotoPass, and park ticket. This week we will talk about how the app also turns your phone into your restaurant menu!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The Disneyland mobile ordering works like a good majority of other online/mobile ordering apps out there (Subway, McDonald's, etc.), and it all works through the Disneyland app! To get to mobile ordering, push the + button at the bottom of the screen and select "Order Food". You first find a restaurant (such as the Pacific Wharf Cafe, one of my favorite places to eat in California Adventure), and then select the time you plan to arrive. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">You can also order food by selecting the restaurant on the map and clicking "Order Food". This is a quick and simple way if you know exactly what restaurant you want to eat at! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Once you select your arrival time, the menu for your chosen restaurant will pop up! I chose my the Broccoli and Cheese Soup in a Bread Bowl, which is my favorite item at the Pacific Wharf Cafe! One thing I really like about the mobile ordering at Disneyland is that you don't have to worry about your food sitting on a counter getting cold if you get stuck on a ride when your pick-up time hits. Once you are ready to pick up your food, press the "I'm Here, Prepare My Order" button, and they will start preparing your food so it is nice and fresh once you show up! (This is a lot like Chick-Fil-A's system, if you have ever ordered through their app.)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Now here is a tip that we picked up from the <a href="http://windowtothemagic.com/podcast.html" target="_blank">Window to the Magic Podcast</a>: instead of pushing the "I'm Here" button when you actually show up, press it when you start heading towards the restaurant. If you do this, you will be able to pick up your food closer to when you arrive, rather than waiting for them to finish preparing it after you show up. Ordering on the app was awesome at the Pacific Wharf because instead of standing in line, we had some time to find a table while we waited for our food, which can be quite a challenge during the lunch rush!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Once your food is ready, you'll get a notification from the app! You also pay from the app, so all I had to do was go in and grab my food once it was ready. It was so simple. We will definitely be using this system again! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br />You can also make dining reservations through the app as well. Just select "Reserve Dining" from the + menu at the bottom of the app. You will then put in the amount of people in your party and select the date. You can then search restaurants by the time you want to eat. You can also reserve dining by clicking on the restaurant on the map and selecting "Reserve Dining" from that page. Once you book your reservation, you will receive a confirmation email and the reservation time will be added to your schedule in the app, which you can find by pressing the menu button on the bottom right of the screen and clicking on "My Plans".</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We loved this ordering system because it meant that we didn't end up standing around in long lines for food - as if we didn't do that enough all day for rides! Instead, we could just park it at a table somewhere and wait to be notified that we could go pick up our food. Now not every restaurant has mobile ordering, but many of the quick service restaurants are currently using the system. All restaurants that take reservations are available on the app. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We have really loved that everything is moving over to the digital world. Gone are the days of trying to organize all of the FASTPASSES, park tickets, reservation times, food orders, maps, wait times, etc. Utilizing Disneyland's app to its full extent is the perfect way of combining Disneyland's grab-it-as-you-go paper system & Disney World's everything-is-planned-out Magic Band system. The only thing I would add is the ability to scan a phone at ride photo locations (rather than type the photo code in the PhotoPass section of the app) <i>or</i> have the option for location tracking, the way Disney World does with their Magic Band for ride photos & videos! That was extremely cool. (If you missed my Disney World Trip Review, you can read that <a href="http://enchantedpumpkintravel.blogspot.com/2019/04/walt-disney-world-trip-review.html" target="_blank">here</a>.)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What has your experience been with mobile ordering at the resort, or using the Disneyland app in general? Let us know in a comment below!</span><br />
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<br />EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-87399657795819399882019-12-03T14:50:00.001-07:002023-03-20T17:38:48.196-06:00MaxPass at the Disneyland Resort<div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">**Note! MaxPass is no longer available at the Disneyland Resort! I am currently working on an article about its replacement: Genie+ & Lightning Lane. Stay tuned!**</span></div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span></div>Good Morning!</span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">This week our blog returns to the Happiest Place on Earth!</span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">In May, we visited DISNEYLAND right before the opening of Galaxy's Edge! We were hoping to enjoy the last little bit of off-season crowd levels before the expected heavy crowds hit, but when we got there we found that everyone else was thinking the same thing! The parks were a bit more crowded than we had expected for late-April/early-May, and once Galaxy's Edge opened up, the crowds were reportedly non-existent! The crowd levels prior to Galaxy's Edge actually surprised me given the fact that the weather was quite chilly. This was also the first time we had been to the parks since MaxPass was released, so we took this opportunity to give it a try! Without further ado, here are our thoughts on using MaxPass at the Disneyland Resort, and hopefully this will help you determine if MaxPass is right for you!</span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">When MaxPass was first rolled out, it cost $10 per person, per day. This year, they upped the price to $15 a person. That doesn't sound like a lot, but when you're buying for a family of 5 for three days, it really adds up. For Brycen and I, it cost $90 for the three days in the park. That is the first thing to consider when determining whether or not to invest in MaxPass!</span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">The second thing to consider is what you are getting out of it. In addition to acting as a digital FASTPASS system, MaxPass comes with unlimited PhotoPass downloads, which includes ride photos! If you utilize PhotoPass, this pass pays for itself pretty quickly. We didn't use this feature as much as I would have liked, but we did get some really cute pictures from it. If you do MaxPass, I would totally recommend stopping at every single PhotoPass stop that you can. And ask for Magic Shots!! You won't be disappointed!</span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">So other than unlimited PhotoPass, what is the difference between MaxPass and a regular FASTPASS? Several things actually! Here are the 5 main differences:</span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">Everything for MaxPass works straight through your mobile device! Your phone becomes your FASTPASSES, Park Tickets, and PhotoPass card. This makes it super convenient - no accidentally dropping FASTPASSES on the ground in your rush to get to the next ride, no having to rummage through a purse or pocket to find them when you get in line. It's just right there on your app. It also reduces paper waste, which is cool!</span><br />
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<b><span style="color: #274e13;"><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">2. </span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">Immedi</span></span></b><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif" style="color: #274e13; font-weight: bold;">ate Access to </span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif" style="color: #274e13; font-weight: bold;"><i>all </i>FASTPASS</span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><span style="color: #274e13;"><b> options.</b></span></span><br />
<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">Second, since it works through the Disneyland App on your phone, you don't actually have to go to the kiosks like you do for the paper FASTPASSES. This means that while standing in line for Pirates of the Caribbean, you can be downloading FASTPASSES for Space Mountain - without having to hike all the way across the park to do so! Before, there were times when we would skip FASTPASSES out of convenience, because standing in line was easier than running back and forth all day. With MaxPass, if you have a Park Hopper ticket linked to your account, you also have the ability to get FASTPASSES in both parks right away. We all used to have to line up for either Radiator Springs Racers or Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout! really early in the morning to snag FASTPASSES, and depending on how far back we were in line, we were sometimes getting a ride time of 7:00 that night. That required a lot of park hopping throughout the day. With MaxPass + Park Hopper tickets, my parents were able to look at times for Radiator Springs Racers during breakfast over at Disneyland, and then they only had to Park Hop once. Brycen and I didn't do Park Hoppers this time, but we liked that we didn't have to go stand in line to get FASTPASSES. We just walked into California Adventure and pulled up the passes for Radiator Springs Racers on my phone immediately. <b>Do be warned though</b>, FASTPASSES for the Racers and Mission Breakout run out faster than ever before, so you need to make sure you are </span><u style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">in the park bright and early</u><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"> to download them!</span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">If you show up for your FASTPASS time with your traditional paper FASTPASSES, and the ride is temporarily down for the count, you are told that your FASTPASSES will be honored all day long, once the ride is back up and running. Which is great! Even better: when a ride goes down for the MaxPass users, your FASTPASS is <i>auto-magically</i> transformed into a multi-use Replacement FASTPASS! You can use this FASTPASS for the original attraction later on in the day, or you can just go ahead and use it on another FASTPASS ride in the park, at </span><i style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">any time </i><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">that day! </span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><b><i>Note</i></b><i>:</i> As of July, we have heard that the Multi-Use FASTPASS is </span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">now </span></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><span id="goog_647372030"></span>tiered. (You can read more about that from the Undercover Tourist blog <a href="https://www.undercovertourist.com/blog/disneyland-fastpass-service/" target="_blank">here</a>.) </span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">If you have a FASTPASS for one of the bigger E-Ticket attractions, then you can use the Replacement ticket at any ride in the park that accepts FASTPASS . If you have one for a non-E-Ticket attraction (those in "Tier 2"), then you can only use the FASTPASS at another "Tier 2" FASTPASS location. All available FASTPASS options that can be used for your Replacement FASTPASS will show in the app.</span></span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">When you get a regular paper FASTPASS, you can either get a new FASTPASS either after you have redeemed your previous FASTPASS, or two hours later - whichever occurs first. With the new MaxPass system, it is either after the last one is redeemed or 1.5 hours later. That 30 minutes makes a HUGE difference, as does the ability to snag the next pass while standing in the FASTPASS line of the current ride, seconds after scanning them in. Being able to utilize this feature, along with not having to run around the park to get the FASTPASSES we wanted, meant that instead of enjoying 4-5 FASTPASSES a day, we were actually able to use closer to 8-10 a day - one day capping at 13! This was definitely worth the money for that alone!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good Morning & Happy First Post of 2019! (Yikes, is it April?)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2018 brought a lot of wonderful experiences and also added a lot to my plate! Unfortunately that meant that my Etsy shop and this blog had to be sidelined for a bit. However, today I am back to bring you a huge post I have been working to get out, which will be the first of many posts I have lined up for you guys! Thank you for your patience & support! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(Also just as a quick announcement: We will be making a trip to the one and only DISNEYLAND here in a few weeks!! I will be posting a trip review of that trip as well - and you won't have to wait as long as you did for this one! Also be sure to follow us over at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/enchantedpumpkintravel/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, because we will be posting live periodically from the park!)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">So just as a re-cap, we returned in October of 2018 from a wonderful 9-day vacation to the Disney World Resort in Florida! We spent two days each at the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom and part of our last day at Disney Springs! It was an absolute blast, and I can't wait to share this Disney World Trip Review with you! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This was something extremely new to me, as it is not offered in Disneyland. I LOVED it! I actually have no complaints about the bands at all! I loved being able to use them for just about everything, including paying for items, PhotoPass stops, opening our hotel room, snagging pictures from rides, park entry, and FastPasses! It was a really smooth process for the most part. We did have a couple of issues with photos from a few rides and one or two PhotoPass stops not going through onto our accounts, but it did work for us 99% of the time! I even thought that it was nifty that when a ride shut down, they were able to scan the entire line on the way out and give us automatic FastPasses to be used on any Tier 2 ride in the park, anytime that day. I think the Magic Bands are such a cool piece of technology - I wasn't even creeped out that Disney knew exactly where I was at every moment of the day and was able to automatically send me ride pictures of myself after I got off. (Honestly, if anyone were to look up the spending report on my card, they would have my location pin-pointed anyways!)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Speaking of spending, shopping was also a breeze. I bought four Disney-themed board games (we love games in our house), but of course I didn't want to cart them around all day, so we were able to have them hand-delivered right to our hotel room! Now Disneyland does offer this service to guests staying on property, but with cheaper hotels right across the street, we rarely stay on property. (However, for you Disneyland goers reading this, you can have your items checked at Guest Relations right up front and you can pick it up on your way out before they close!) It was awesome being able to buy something and not having to worry about it for the rest of the day. Something that I wish we would have learned before our second to last day is that they will ship it home from the register for a lot cheaper than you pay shipping through UPS or FedEx, so you don't have to worry about checking an extra bag at the airport. We didn't know that, so after two hours of trying figure out how to cram it all in our carry o</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">n, we ending up having to check that extra bag. Save yourself the stress and ship it home! (Or bring a bigger bag to begin with...)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As for our hotel, we stayed at Port Orleans - Riverside in the Royal Rooms. They were pretty amazing! I thought the resort was really pretty, and we stayed right in front of the river, so we could see that from our windows. Our room was decked out in all things Disney Princess - mostly Princess and the Frog. I loved all the "Easter Eggs" from the different movies - our rug was the Magic Carpet, our bench was the footstool from Beauty and the Beast, and our faucets were Genie's Lamp! We even had a firework show built into our headboards. The room was absolutely magical. I loved the atmosphere at this resort, but I thought that our neighbors over at Port Orleans - French Quarter had a much prettier exterior. Overall though, I would totally stay here again! I thought the offerings were really nice, food service was really delicious, and the restaurant at the resort was fantastic! I also loved getting to use my wristband as the hotel key because it meant less fumbling around in my bag to find the key card at the end of the day like I end up doing at most other hotels! </span><br />
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<span style="color: #666666; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">"Welcome All, </span><br />
<span style="color: #666666; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">We are so excited to have you stay with us. My friends and I have shared so many wonderful moments here that this has become a very special place in our hearts. As you make yourself at home, you'll discover some treasured mementos my friends have given me over the years. Enjoy making magical memories with your friends and family in m Royal Guest Room. </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">The river was beautiful, and I loved waking up to this view every morning!</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I gave a review about the pre-trip FastPass process several months ago (you can read that <a href="https://enchantedpumpkintravel.blogspot.com/2018/09/disney-world-fastpass-scheduling-review.html">here</a>), and after going, I can confirm that that there are definitely </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">strong pros, and strong cons to having most of it done before the trip. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #b45f06;">The Pros</span> - You have guaranteed access to the big ticket rides if you plan well enough ahead of time. You never have to worry about those tickets being gone by the time you get to the parks, and you never have to show up an hour early to grab them (like you do for several California Adventure rides!) That makes life a LOT easier. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #b45f06;">The Cons</span> </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">- I scheduled all of our FastPasses for as early in the day as possible. The whole point of doing that was so we could still schedule FastPasses later on each day. That didn't work so well as there were rarely decent FastPasses for later in the day once your three FastPasses were up! While I do think it is nice to have three guaranteed rides, we seem to be able to FastPass a lot more rides throughout the day using Disneyland's </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">good old system of getting one ride at a time, the day of. It just leaves everything fair game. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(Disclaimer: We did have 12-13 of us most days, so that definitely made it more difficult. However, even when two or three of us broke away to do our own thing, we still couldn't get on much. We did give it a fair shot!)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I'm sure you are wondering: what were our favorite rides in each park? Have no fear, we have a comprehensive list here just for you curious cats. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Magic Kingdom - Mine Train</b></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">The Photo Pass pictures from this ride were amazing. Pictures from two different photo spots and a movie of your ride are linked to your magic bands! I think this was my favorite out of all the ride photos we received.</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We rode this more than just about everything else in Magic Kingdom. The rocking carts, the interactive queue, the fact that it isn't just your average Dark Room Ride...It was amazing. I would love to see this ride come to Disneyland! I actually would love to see more interactive queues in general come to Disneyland. I think that was my favorite thing about most lines in Disney World was the fact that many of them had fun things to DO in line rather than just standing there. But more on this subject later. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Animal Kingdom - Expedition Everest</b></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">This ride was so much fun!</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We rode this a good 7-10 times during the two days we spent at this park. Expedition Everest definitely has the thrill factor, and it was probably our over-all favorite ride of the entire vacation. I do love the Matterhorn, but it would be awesome if we could find room for both the Matterhorn and Expedition Everest in Anaheim! (Maybe call it Expedition Hoth and find a way to put this in Galaxy's Edge? Come on Imagineers, I'm full of great ideas here!)</span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Epcot - Frozen Ever After</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I wasn't even half expecting this ride to be as good as it was! I was imagining something like the Gran Fiesta Tour Starring the Three Caballeros - just a little water ride featuring Anna and Elsa. It was so much better! There were small drops similar to those in Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland, and towards the end there was this <b>*spoiler alert*</b> dead end room and it spun you around to the left. I totally expected a door to open to let us go forward but the next thing I knew we were propelling backwards (quickly I might add) down a slope. It was so much fun, I wish we could have ridden it again! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #274e13;"><b>Hollywood Studios - Tower of Terror</b></span> </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">I will forever be heartbroken that this is not in Disneyland anymore. I will say Florida did this ride better though. The ride sequence is more random (kind of like how Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout is right now), and you get to move through the building which is really neat.</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The Tower of Terror will always hold a special place in my heart. I dearly miss the Tower of Terror in Disneyland, and so this was by far my favorite ride in Hollywood Studios - especially knowing that it was my last time to ride the Tower of Terror in what will probably be several years. I am very nostalgic! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: #783f04;">Our least favorite rides?</span></b> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(This list doesn't include sit-down show-like attractions. I don't like those types of attractions in general, so that would be a major bias.)</span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Magic Kingdom - Pirates of the Caribbean</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Okay guys. If you know anything about me you know Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland is - in my opinion - the heart and soul of Disneyland. There is nothing more to be said other than Disney World BOTCHED Pirates of the Caribbean. It isn't even close to the wonder that is Pirates at Disneyland. That is all. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Animal Kingdom - Na'vi River Passage</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This ride was just an Avatar dark ride. It wasn't nearly as exciting as I wanted it to be. Really, it wasn't a bad ride at all, it was cool to see and the scenery was really beautiful, but I just don't feel like it was worth all the hype it received. Kind of like another Small World, but instead of singing dolls it was Avatar characters and animals. It was all right. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Epcot - Journey into Imagination with Figment</b></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">Figment Socks can be purchased at many stores in Disney World</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">While Epcot does have it's share of exciting rides, a lot of them are slower, and several are more "educational" than rides at other parks. However, out of all the less exciting rides they have there, Figment took the cake. It was weird. Not much more I can really say, but we never did it again, so that about sums up how we all felt about it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Epcot in general wasn't my favorite (unpopular opinion, I know.) That's not to say I didn't like it, it was extremely neat to see everything, but after one day filled mostly with shopping, I was pretty Epcot-ed out. My mom, who could shop all day long and never get bored, LOVED this park, especially since every store in every country had something different, so it wasn't just the same souvenirs every three shops - which was pretty awesome, I'll admit. Personally, I loved seeing everything day one - it was a beautiful park, and as a geography major I could really appreciate getting to "travel the world" for a bit - but after that there really just wasn't much left to do. My husband and I spent a lot of our group's "Epcot Day 2" at Magic Kingdom.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Hollywood Studios - ...Star Tours?</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Actually, I don't know on this one. Hollywood Studios doesn't have many rides to begin with. I guess I'll just give you the least favorite of my favorites: Star Tours. Now don't get me wrong, there is nothing wrong with Star Tours, it's just the least exciting of the rides in Hollywood Studios. That's pretty much it. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #783f04; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Favorite Restaurants*</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Magic Kingdom - Gaston's Tavern</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We really only stopped here for a snack one day and breakfast the next, but it is my favorite restaurant because of how well it was themed. We ate in a little round nook in the back with a large antler chandelier, at a big round wooden table. The atmosphere was truly like we had stepped into the movie! All of the decor was spot on, and the area around the restaurant is just so neat (including the Gaston and LaFou Statue). I also really liked Gaston's Brew (a really sweet apple flavored drink), though it was too sweet for most of my family. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Animal Kingdom - Rainforest Cafe</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This one has been one of my favorite restaurants for years. This one used to be located in Downtown Disney at Disneyland until just recently! Nothing beats dining in a low-light rainforest with a starry sky overhead, animatronic animals moving nearby, and the occasional thunderstorm with flashes of lightning occurring every few minutes! Be sure to look up, you may spot a shooting star!! Our favorite menu item here? The Volcano!! You know the Volcano is coming when you hear shouts echoing throughout the entire restaurant calling "VOOLLLCANOOOOOO!" Placed right before your eyes is a tower of ice cream surrounded by warm brownies, "fudge" lava running down the sides, topped with a mountain of whipped cream and a silver streamer! Feeds the whole table. Could anything be better? No. The answer is no. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Epcot - Biergarten </b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This is the place where I discovered my love for German food. YUMMY. This buffet, located in the Germany Pavilion, is heavenly. There is live music, the theming and atmosphere are positively enchanting, and the food is delicious. I don't think there was really anything I tried that I didn't like (except for the red cabbage - which I did NOT try, thank you very much - though it is a favorite of my cousin's, so I guess maybe it's good if you're not Little Miss Picky...) I think this is probably one of my favorite restaurants of all time - definitely worth it!! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: #274e13;"><b>Hollywood Studios - SciFi Dine-in!</b></span> </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">I love the old-time feel of this restaurant. And the shakes are DELICIOUS!</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Holy Cow this restaurant is amazing. You want to talk about theming? I don't think it gets better than this. At the SciFi Dine-in you are seated in old cars all facing a huge movie screen projecting old cartoons, movie trailers, and commercials from way back when. All around you is a starry night sky, the large fence around the "out-door" theater, and a concession stand in the back (not real, but cool looking.) The food is fantastic as well! I think this place has some of my favorite burgers and shakes! If you get the chance, order the cookies and cream shake - it is absolutely delicious! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I should also mention our close second favorite restaurant at Hollywood Studios - 50's Prime Time Cafe. In this restaurant, you are stepping</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> into Mama's Kitchen circa 1950 - and Mama doesn't like it when you don't finish everything on your plate! You are waited on by your "cousins" who keep a close eye on your plates and your manners. Are your hands washed? Keep those elbows off the table! Did you eat all your veggies? Well, you're not getting up from your seat until you do! The cast members here were hilarious, and they even remembered us when we came back. It was like being part of the family. The food was delicious as well! </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">Cousins Chimene and Jenn were so sweet, and so funny.</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I'm not gonna lie, I actually don't have any! I found something I liked pretty much everywhere we went, and I don't feel like we ate at enough places for me to put a decent list here. We did our research and pretty much only ate at places that were guaranteed to be good!! :D</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">*Restaurants based solely on those we tried. As much as I would have loved to do it, there was no comprehensive examination of all restaurants.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The last thing I wanted to <b>PRAISE </b>about Disney World is actually something I think they do <b>WAY </b>better than Disneyland (which is saying something, I'm pretty biased towards Disneyland). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">A lot of Disney World's attraction lines are covered or indoors due to the almost-daily rain they get there. Because a lot of it is indoors or covered they are able to do a lot more with interactive queues. They are also busier, so lines are generally longer, meaning they need something there to keep people entertained. I have never enjoyed lines more. There was always something to read, look at, play with, etc. I think my favorite interactive queue was Big Thunder Mountain followed closely by Winnie the Pooh and The Mine Train. Big Thunder Mountain was LOADED with posters and blueprints to read, fun little videos of miners to watch, little canary cages, and my favorite - large windows that overlooked the ride with dynamite detonators that would set off special effects & explosions near the ride! It was like the queue was becoming part of the ride. Mine Train had things like a musical water station and barrels of gems that each show a different dwarf on the ceiling when you spin them (try to get all barrels spinning at the same time and Snow White will appear in the center!!) Winnie the Pooh had these really cool walls that followed your "shadow" so you could wave your hand in front and "draw" in the honey to find characters. They also had a little kid play area so the kids could play while the parents waited in line. It was so fun to have standing in line become part of the attraction. Maybe Disneyland can use some of it's Star Wars Land profits for some interactive queues? Just a thought...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br />Yes, I am still here! I have been so busy the last few weeks that I haven't had a chance to post, but I am back this week to bring you some planning tips I discovered through my experiences in planning our upcoming Disney World vacation using My Disney Experience! (ONLY 7 DAYS - not that I'm counting or anything...) </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This is the first time my family has been in about 10 years, so we're basically newbies at this point!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">All righty, so the last few things we did for planning included picking out our Magic Band colors (which showed up at our house two weeks ago!!!), and scheduling all of our FastPasses! We were so excited to get our Magic Band box, which included our two personalized Magic Bands, cute luggage tags, and a Magical Extras card with a bunch of coupons to get some fun things like free mini golfing games, one-day entry to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, discounts at restaurants, etc. We had bought some Magic Band covers from a really good vendor, but unfortunately, the adhesive froze in transit so they didn't stick well. The vendor was really easy to work with, and they quickly offered replacements, but unfortunately those didn't work either. They sent us a refund, and though our stick-on covers won't work out, we were still really pleased with the customer service. :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Now, a quick tip for the FastPass+ system: it doesn't say it explicitly anywhere, (unless I am just blind), but you can't start scheduling at midnight on your assigned day. It actually starts at 7:00 a.m. Eastern Time. I, not knowing this, stayed up until midnight, and was very confused when I was still denied access. I searched around the site until I finally found the time that the help center opened up, put two and two together, and realized that it actually started at 7. Fast-forward to 5:00 a.m. my time, I was able to hop on the site and finally start reserving FastPasses!!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I will say - do your research first before your scheduled day. I spent a lot of time beforehand looking around on various planning websites to see what the most popular FastPasses are (the ones that go the quickest), so I had an idea of what would be worth it to grab, and what I would need to get first. I also did a lot of reading about the tier system in place at Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom, which I am really glad I did because I was able to change around some of our plans ahead of time without having to stop during scheduling to re-configure everything. (</span><span style="text-align: center;">FastPass+ scheduling is tiered for all parks except for Magic Kingdom, meaning you can only get one FastPass for the most popular rides a day, and then you pick your other two FastPasses for less popular rides. This makes it so more people can get at least one of the popular FastPasses at the parks!) </span>Two sites that I found very helpful in my searches were <a href="https://www.undercovertourist.com/blog/disney-world-fastpass-plus-tips/">Undercover Tourist</a> and <a href="https://touringplans.com/magic-kingdom/fastpass">Touring Plans</a>. Once I got my three rides per day scheduled out, the process was extremely easy!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We did run into a snag a few minutes in, when I realized that we didn't have all of the tickets linked that I thought we had. We have three families going with us, and at 5:00 in the morning, not many of them were awake! So I did the best I could, and grabbed as many tickets as I could for the time being, hoping for close FastPass times for the rest of the group later in the day. As soon as we got those other tickets linked, I was able to hop on and grab the rest of them! One thing I LOVE about the My Disney Experience app is that I am totally able to schedule and change FastPasses right there from my phone. This meant that throughout the day while I was out and about I was able to get on and check to see if anyone was putting back the </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">FastPass</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> times I wanted for the rest of the group. This made things super easy, and we were able to get everyone </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">FastPasses</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> within 5 minutes of us. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Now, of course, not everything was seamless - there was a glitch on the app that wouldn't let me pull up all of the my scheduled FastPasses, meaning I had to constantly refresh the page, and it gave me several heart attacks thinking that the FastPasses had all been deleted. I also don't like that when I go into the app, it only gives me three times for FastPasses right up front, but when you click on "view more times" it doesn't give you those three times anymore. I also had to refresh the page to see extra times pop up, so it took several tries to get all of the options right in front of me on the app. Online, the FastPass system has an easier interface, but the pro of the app is that it is so much more convenient because you can update it on the go. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I will say right now, I LOVE the My Disney Experience for Disney World. I love that it keeps all of my reservations, hotel information, friends and family, and FastPasses in one place. It has made the planning for this vacation go SO smooth! Not only does it keep me organized, but it keeps me on top of things by notifying me of upcoming To-Do's, keeping a trip countdown, etc. It made it easy to quickly hop on last minute and get the whole group's wristbands nicknamed and colors picked - and I was actually really grateful that it still let us get on and customize the bands a few days late for a couple of people in our party so that we could get everything just perfect! For someone new to the whole Disney World thing, it is very user friendly.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The last thing we had to do was link our flights to the Magical Express that will bus us from the airport to the hotels! One thing that was kind of a bummer is that they only take and deliver your luggage to your room during the day if you arrive between the hours of 5:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. We arrive at the airport at 4:30 in the morning, so we just missed the cut-off! We were also able to pre-check in to our hotel rooms, and get our bands linked to our credit cards, rooms, tickets, etc. We are so excited to get packed and take off! (If you are looking for tips on what to pack for Disney - you can read our last blog post from a few weeks back <a href="http://enchantedpumpkintravel.blogspot.com/2018/09/top-5-essentials-we-pack-for-disneyland.html">here</a>!)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What do you think of Disney World's "My Disney Experience"? Have any additional pointers you'd like to share? Leave us a comment below!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">*Any updated guides will be sent to you absolutely free of charge after your first purchase. </span>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-60611076142534428192018-09-17T09:00:00.000-06:002018-09-17T10:21:44.951-06:00Top 5 Essentials We Pack for Disneyland! <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good Morning!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Packing for vacations can be hard. Especially if you are like me and you feel like you have to pack the kitchen sink *JUST IN CASE*! Trying to pin down some of those essential items for the parks before you over-do the weight limit on your bags? Don't worry, we've got you covered! Here are 5 essential items that we always take with us to Disney! (Lots of links provided so you can see some of our favorite products!)</span><br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1. SMALL Backpack or Cross-Body Bag</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The trick with finding the right bag is going as small as you can and still comfortably get what you need into the park! We pack pretty light when walking around Disneyland. My purse usually contains a wallet, my phone, snacks, a couple of park maps and times guides, my waterproof digital camera, and my phone charger. I carry around either a small cross-body bag that I don't mind getting a little beat up (especially when shoving it into and pulling it out of the little mesh bags on rides), or I take one of my <a href="https://www.loungefly.com/bags/backpacks/loungefly-x-mickey-mini-faux-leather-backpack.html">Loungefly</a> mini backpacks. (I really like the size of the mini backpacks because they fit so well in the little mesh bags on most rides!) I suggest those kinds of bags because they are the most convenient and comfortable to carry around the parks all day. If you are taking little kids and will have a stroller, you can usually get away with more stuff because the stroller will carry a little more, but always take into consideration how much you are willing to carry around all day! </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">These are my super cute Disney Loungefly mini backpacks! They are the perfect size for carrying around the parks.</span> </td></tr>
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<b><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">2. Snacks and Water</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I have mentioned bringing in your own snacks before as a good way to <a href="http://enchantedpumpkintravel.blogspot.com/2018/04/5-easy-ways-to-save-money-at-disneyland.html">save some money in Disneyland</a>, and this is seriously one of the best "essentials" to bring along! I will sometimes take pre-packaged snacks and stick them in my carry-on bags, but usually we make a pit-stop at the Target down the street from Disneyland and load up! We also like to grab a gallon or so of drinking water for the hotel and a bunch of water bottles because my mom and my husband don't like the taste of the water at the hotel or at Disneyland! My mom actually just got a really neat collapsible water bottle that she is able to take to the park with her and when she finishes it off she can either re-fill it or roll it up and stick it right in her bag and not worry about it for the rest of the day! (You can find several varieties on Amazon, my mom has a really nice one with a filter in it that is a little more expensive. I found <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ultralight-Collapsible-Water-Bottle-Anti-Choking/dp/B07GDC72P4/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1536700654&sr=8-2-spons&keywords=befree%2Bcollapsible%2Bwater%2Bbottle&th=1&psc=1">these ones</a> for only $10 a piece!) We like to pack enough snacks for everyone in our backpacks or bags to munch on throughout the day. Not only does this keep everyone from getting "hangry" during long lines, but it also helps to save a ton on food in the parks. We don't buy snacks as often, and when we eat meals, we typically don't need as big of meals! Definitely worth it to bring in your own snacks and water! </span><br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">3. Comfortable Walking Shoes (That can get wet!)</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It's no secret - you do a LOT of walking in Disneyland! Trust me, I know from experience, if you have shoes that are not comfortable on your feet, you will be absolutely miserable. My dad and I have terrible arches so the shoe that we finally found that doesn't kill our feet is Sketcher's Go-Walks. My mom and Jack can get away with flip-flops and sandals, and Scott and Brycen's go-to's are sneakers! </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Find shoes that work for you and make sure they are well broken in. Unless you have no plans to ride any thing that involves any kind of water, you will also want to make sure that the shoes are not only still comfortable to walk around in wet (something quick-drying is best, but you can really get away with anything) but also a shoe that is not going to get ruined if they get wet. Remember - my shoes get wet even on rides like Matterhorn and Pirates of the Caribbean, so you REALLY have to watch it if your shoes will get ruined when wet.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">For the most part, Disneyland is cool in the morning, gets pretty hot throughout the day, and then cools off again quite a bit once the sun goes down. We always pack shorts or capris and short sleeved shirts for the daytime, and I typically carry around a light jacket for the evening because I get cold easily. I like really the light jackets because they aren't bulky and are just warm enough to keep the edge off! If you plan to ride any water rides at night </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(the best time to ride Splash Mountain if you want to <a href="http://enchantedpumpkintravel.blogspot.com/2018/06/best-times-to-ride-busy-rides.html?m=1">avoid long lines</a>), then you will definitely want to bring along a lighter jacket, because the cool night air hitting you when you are wet is NO FUN! (<b style="color: #b45f06;">TIP: </b>Right before you get on Splash Mountain, go into one of the stores and ask for a couple of large plastic shopping bag. Stick all of your electronics, bags, jackets, etc. in these bags and tie off the top before you get on the ride. This will keep your belongings dry - especially those jackets! Trust me, it is 1000x better to put on a warm, dry jacket than it is to wear the jacket on the ride and have it be wet too.)</span><br />
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<b style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">5. Body Glide</b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Alright, let's be honest here - you are walking around a TON, it is humid, and you are potentially riding water rides. All of those factors can make you chafe in really uncomfortable places, and make walking around miserable. We found this <a href="https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/bodyglide-anti-chafe-balm-16bgiubdygldxxxxxrip/16bgiubdygldxxxxxrip">Body Glide</a> several years ago, and it has made SUCH a difference! This product helps soothe chafing, but I suggest putting it on every morning - even before you start chafing - because it actually helps prevent it from happening in the first place. You'll never want to go to Disneyland without a bottle of this again! </span><br />
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<b style="color: #b45f06; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">BONUS: Travel Pillows! </b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Whether you are driving or flying to California, travel pillows make the experience so much better for your neck. I fall asleep in the car or on the plane every single time, and my neck always ends up in an awkward position and then I end up with a cramp and it's miserable. So I decided it was time to get some travel pillows. The story goes: I had some really cute Mickey Mouse material that was really soft, and a TON of denim jeans. So, I decided instead of buying a couple of travel pillows for my husband and I, I would just make some of my own - a Mickey Mouse one for me and a Denim one for him. We LOVED them. I posted them on Facebook when I was done because I was so proud of them, and so many people liked them that I decided to start making and selling them. (And, y</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">es, I am totally putting a shameless plug here - I posted these custom travel pillows on <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/639928223/custom-travel-neck-pillows?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=custom%20travel%20neck%20pillow&ref=sr_gallery-1-4&organic_search_click=1">Etsy</a>! I've made a few Disney ones too, so for you Disney lovers out there, these may be for you!)</span><br />
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<br />EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-90782724068367612182018-09-03T14:41:00.000-06:002018-09-07T10:31:18.863-06:00Best Places to See Fireworks (Without Sitting on Main Street for Two Hours!)<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good Morning!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This week, we're talking about fireworks! It is a common struggle to really really want a good seat for the fireworks, but really really not wanting to fight the crowds or stake out a place on Main Street for two hours. (That's precious ride time!) Well don't worry, we've got you covered! There are several places you can get a good show without having to hang out on Main Street all night. Here are our favorite three!</span><br />
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<b style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">1. Red Rose Tavern (Village Haus)</b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This is our favorite place to watch fireworks if we have already seen it once or twice from the front of the castle. There are no projections back here, which means that very few people watch fireworks from this area!! You can pretty much show up here 10 minutes before the fireworks start and still get a good seat. We just sit out at one of the tables with some snacks, or we get there before the Tavern closes and grab some dinner to eat. (Note: this restaurant closes down for fireworks, so you HAVE to get there early if you plan to eat.) This is a really neat area because the fireworks are set off behind Toontown so you see them above the trees in front of you and you also get fireworks going off right behind you from the top of the castle. It is so cool to have the fireworks going off all around you! Like I said, you do miss the projections from here, but once we've seen them, we don't really care to wait on Main Street to see them again, so this area works really well for us. </span><br />
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<b style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">2. Plaza Inn</b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Another really good place to see the fireworks if you still want to see the projections up on the castle is to do a late dinner at the Plaza Inn. We briefly mentioned this last week in our <a href="http://enchantedpumpkintravel.blogspot.com/2018/08/our-top-5-favorite-restaurants.html">restaurant recommendations</a>, but if you get here about an hour before fireworks, you can go in and grab some food and find a seat outside where you have a good view of the castle. If you can find tables up on the balcony, that is the best spot to see them! If not, you can also go up to the tables near the shrub fence and find one that has a good view. The nice thing about this area is that they don't kick you out if you are dining, and they don't allow anyone to stand in front of you either. You don't really get to see anything happening on Main Street from here but you do get a good view of both the Castle and the Matterhorn if you pick your seats right! (Plus, the food is FANTASTIC!) 10/10 would recommend ;)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you still want to see the projections without waiting for fireworks on Main Street there are a few other places you can go. They were doing fireworks projections on the Rivers of America, but I'm not sure if they still do that with the return of Fantasmic. However, they do have a great projections and fireworks show over at It's a Small World! I would still show up a little earlier to get a good spot, but most people don't realize that anything goes on over here, so a lot of the crowds will just be those getting on or off the ride! I really like this location because they do a really good projection show much like the one you would see on the castle or down Main Street, and the fireworks go off behind the ride building which creates a neat atmosphere! Definitely a must-try experience!</span><br />
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EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-31967595023083084812018-08-27T14:39:00.000-06:002018-08-30T11:59:10.858-06:00Our Top 5 Favorite Restaurants!<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good Morning!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I figured we haven't had enough dining posts just yet! ;) So this week we are going to dive into our family's top 5 favorite restaurants in the Disneyland Resort! This list doesn't include snack carts or walk-up type restaurants (or else the Turkey Leg Stand would be included!!), and all restaurants have been judged based on both theming and food!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>5. Alien Pizza Planet (Redd Rocket's Pizza Port)</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I really like the food at this restaurant! This is a cafeteria-style dining experience that serves pizza, pasta, and salads! I know their food isn't the best quality that you can find at Disneyland, but I still really like their (large) pepperoni pizza slices, and Count Down Chicken Fusilli, which is Fusilli pasta, grilled chicken, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and a Parmesean-Pesto Cream Sauce to top it off! I haven't been able to go see the Pizza Planet overlay yet, but I do hold the unpopular opinion that "IT IS ABOUT TIME!" Most comments I have seen are that people really don't like the idea of a Pixar overlay in this location, and that it was cheaply done. I agree that the pictures look like a rushed overlay, but as a kid who grew up watching Toy Story, I have wanted them to rename it Pizza Planet for years. (What are your thoughts on the Toy Story overlay? Let us know in the comments below!) As far as theming goes at this location, it really has never struck me as anything super special, but it does have a cool space vibe. (And apparently I have never taken a picture of this place - I know what I need to do next time I'm there!)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This is seriously one of our favorite restaurants in the park (hence it being on this list...) The food here isn't really anything super special, but it is good! They serve all-american food including burgers, fries, onion rings, chicken sandwiches, salads, etc. I LOVE their onion rings! The thing I really love about the Hungry Bear is the location. You dine right on the edge of the Rivers of America! Make sure to sit up on the top deck and find a table right by the balcony - you will have some of the best views. You can watch as the canoes, the Sailing Ship Columbia and the Mark Twain sail by, and watch the dozens of ducks that hang out in the water hoping for a free handout from dining guests! This is a restaurant that is always super busy, but still somehow feels really secluded and back-woodsy. Definitely a must-try on your next trip!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Granted, the food at the Blue Bayou isn't the best - if this was a food-only review then this would be down at #5 (or lower) for sure. However, the Blue Bayou is a must at least once in your life just for the atmosphere! This is the restaurant that you pass in the beginning of your ride on Pirates of the Caribbean. The restaurant has been themed to look like you are in a fine dining setting at the back of a Louisiana mansion overlooking the water at night. (If you go, ask for a seat by the water - it is well worth any wait!) Above you are strung paper lanterns and you can hear the crickets and frogs of the Bayou serenading you as you eat while fireflies glow in the distant trees. Honestly they did such a good job of theming this place that we still go even though you pay for WAY more than the food is worth. If you sit out by the water you can watch the boats of Pirates of the Caribbean drifting past as well. The menu however, is a hit or miss. Sometimes we have gone and the food is actually pretty good, but there have been many times when we really just don't like anything we order. They are also always changing up the menu which makes it hard when you finally find something you like! Their appetizers, however, are really good - try the chicken gumbo! They also serve the ever popular Monte Cristo sandwich here, but I actually like the Monte Cristo's they make over at Cafe Orleans better. I used to just get an adult portion of the kids mac & cheese (leave it to me, the picky eater, to find a safe bet), but the last time we went they even changed the recipe up on that and I didn't love it. Still, this restaurant is worth it just for the atmosphere alone at least once. The beautiful atmosphere is the reason this has made it to the top 3.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2. Pacific Wharf Cafe</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">So this one really doesn't have much of a special "theme" - because it isn't necessary. The Pacific Wharf is reminiscent of the little restaurants that line a beach town or fill a fishing town, and you dine outside overlooking the Pixar Pier and the surrounding water. They did a really good job at theming this area like a fishing town, I must say. The Pacific Wharf area has several restaurants - my family loves the Lucky Fortune Cookery (Asian food), but I always hit the Pacific Wharf Cafe. The food here is delicious. I love the Cheese and Broccoli Soup in a Sourdough Bread Bowl (extremely filling, I never finish the bowl), and recently I tried the Turkey Pesto Club which was amazing. You really can't go wrong with soups and sandwiches! The amazing food quality is the reason that this location has made it to #2!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The Plaza Inn makes #1 because of the AMAZING food. This dining location doesn't really have anything as detailed as the Blue Bayou as far as theming goes, but it is a very elegant restaurant. They have designed the restaurant to make it look really fancy, including using nice upholstered chairs, decorative wall papers, elegant archways and glass mosaic ceilings! They also have a section that is more reminiscent of a little garden luncheon setting which is surrounded by windows and is a very pretty place to eat! As I said in last week's post about <a href="http://enchantedpumpkintravel.blogspot.com/2018/08/character-dining-recommendations.html">character dining</a>, the breakfast here is wonderful. There is no shortage of food choices, and it is all really high quality. Lunch and dinner are no exception! They have courses like large cobb salads, fried chicken, Penne with Bolognese Sauce (a red sauce), Penne Pasta with Chicken Pesto Alfredo Sauce (my favorite), breadsticks, desserts, etc. I haven't had much here that I didn't like, and I always leave full! We love to eat here for dinner and here's why - if you come an hour or so before fireworks start, you can get your meal and go sit down near the shrubbery "fence" where you can still get a good view of the castle. Once you get your food and everything, you are down to 45 minutes or so before showtime. If you are dining when the fireworks start, they won't kick you out for the show! You get pretty decent front row seats to see the castle and fireworks, and you didn't even have to save a spot on the street for two hours. Go you! Given the wonderful food, the fine dining atmosphere, the fireworks show and of course the amazing Character Breakfast, the Plaza Inn has definitely made the #1 spot on our list of favorite restaurants!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Sorry for all of the sporadic posts - one of these days I'll get my pictures ready over the weekend instead of gathering them throughout the week! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This week is all about the Character Dining Experiences at Disneyland! Which experience is the best option for your family? Which will be most worth the price? See if our recommendations for Character Dining can help you with your choice!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We have tried 3 out of the 4 character dining experiences that are currently offered in the Disneyland Resort, including the breakfasts at the Plaza Inn and Storyteller's Cafe, and the dinner at Goofy's Kitchen. All Character Dining experiences in the parks are buffets, which really helps to know when deciding if it is worth the price! Our favorite? Minnie & Friend's Breakfast at the Plaza Inn! Here's why:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Out of all the dining experiences, we have loved the food here the most. It's good quality, and there are a LOT of options! I love that the majority of it is comfort food, so the whole family can find something to eat - even the picky eaters (me). There are options like cereal, french toast, Mickey Mouse waffles, ham, bacon, sausage, biscuits & gravy, pastries, omelets, chocolate milk, sodas, etc. Nothing super fancy, but that's great because that means that just about everyone can find something they love!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Another important plus for the Plaza Inn - the characters are numerous and well known. We have had dining experiences elsewhere with lesser known characters and it definitely makes a difference in how much fun you have if the little kids don't know any of them! Quite a few characters make the rounds here such as Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Eyeore, Tigger, Minnie Mouse, the Fairy Godmother, some mice from Cinderella, Gepetto, Rafiki, Captain Hook, Chip & Dale, Pluto, Max, etc. The downsides to this area is that seating is a little cramped, so there can be a lot of shuffling to get out and take pictures, and we did have one experience where we were stuck in a corner table and got missed by a bunch of characters. We did let one of the cast members know as we were about to leave though, and she quickly helped us snag a few characters for some pictures, which added a little magic to our day, so it wasn't a total flop! I do wish the dining area was a little more roomy, but it is Disneyland and they have to make room for more people, which is totally understandable! </span><br />
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<b style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #b45f06;">Tip:</span></b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> If you are going to schedule a character breakfast at the Plaza Inn, go for the earliest time you can. They usually open the Plaza Inn before they open up the park, so you get to enter through your own entrance to the far left of the Main Entrance, and then by the time you get done eating, you are heading out while the crowds are just arriving instead of missing a ton of morning ride time! We usually go in and start eating, and then as soon as the park opens one of us will gather up the park passes and run to a ride to grab some Fastpasses and then we finish eating. By the time we are done, it's time to ride!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The other dining experiences currently offered have actually changed since the last time we were there - instead of Mickey's Surf's Up breakfast at the Paradise Pier Hotel, it's now Donald Duck's Seaside Breakfast! Chip'n'Dale's Critter Breakfast at the Storyteller's Cafe is now Mickey's Tales of Adventure Breakfast Buffet. Goofy's Kitchen...is still Goofy's Kitchen! They have also closed down Ariel's Grotto since the last time I was there as well to make room for Pixar Pier.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We went to Goofy's Kitchen for a Character Dinner when I was little. We didn't love it, so we haven't been back. I don't know if things have changed much since then, but I have seen similar reviews recently so I feel comfortable with mine! The food was decent - but not the best. It was comfort food, which was really nice, because as I said before the picky eater of the family (me) was able to find stuff they liked! ;) I really don't remember much about how many options there were, but I can remember pizza slices, chicken nuggets and macaroni and cheese. I do know that it wasn't great quality, but to a kid that didn't matter as much as it did to my parents who really didn't love this location. There were a lot of characters, and they were all well known so that is definitely a plus! I remember characters like Goofy, Mad Hatter, the White Rabbit, and Aladdin among others. I have heard that the breakfast at Goofy's Kitchen is much better food-wise, but from my experience I would still choose to spend my money on Minnie and Friend's at Plaza Inn if I was only going to pay for one character buffet, mostly because it is familiar and right in the park. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I am not sure how much the dining experience has changed at the Storyteller's Cafe have changed since the change from Chip'n'Dale to Mickey Mouse, but from our experience there this one really isn't my favorite. When it was still the Critter breakfast, one thing that the Storyteller's Cafe lacked was well known characters. Maybe we were there on a bad morning, but a lot of the characters were really only recognizable to the adults such as Brer Bear, Brer Rabbit, Brer Fox, etc. Don't get me wrong, I love seeing the more rare characters walking around, but when little kids don't know who characters are they are a lot less interactive with them! There were of course characters from Brother Bear, Chip and Dale, and Jungle Book which was neat to see, but I do remember my little brother not recognizing many characters. However, this issue may have been resolved now that it's a Mickey and friends breakfast! Food-wise, I felt (as the picky eater) that this location lacked a lot of regular breakfast foods. I didn't eat nearly as much as I would at the Plaza Inn because there just wasn't that great of an offering. Less variety, and more options that were a little too fancy for my taste. However, if you like stuff like that, then maybe this is the right place for you! I know they do have things like waffles, french toast, omelets, and meats, so there definitely are good options, but as I have said before, if I am only paying for one character dining experience, I would pick a place with more options and better known characters. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What is your favorite character dining location? Leave us a comment below! </span><br />
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*Any updated guides will be sent to you absolutely free of charge after your first purchase. </span>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-43523659699101006542018-08-13T13:00:00.000-06:002019-04-29T22:53:22.830-06:00A Disney WORLD Scavenger Hunt<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good Evening!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Since people seemed to like the last photo scavenger hunt we posted, I decided to make one for Disney WORLD! I plan to try this out as well during my trip in October, and I'll post some pictures when I get back! Have fun!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(For a printable version, email enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><span style="color: #b45f06; font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><b>DISNEY WORLD </b></span><b style="color: #b45f06;">PHOTO SCAVENGER HUNT </b><span style="color: #b45f06; font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace;"><b>2018</b></span></span></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Get pictures of at least 3 kinds of Mickey shaped foods! - 5 pts each</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Spot 3 Hidden Mickey's - 10 pts each</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Find Madame Leota's gravestone - 5 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Get a picture of three different castles! - 15 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a picture of three rides outside of Magic Kingdom that you can also find in Disneyland! - 10 pts per photo</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a picture of CONSTRUCTION in the parks! - 5 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Find four different animals on the Tree of Life! - 5 pts each</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Find three rides in Magic Kingdom that CAN'T be found in Disneyland - 5 pts per picture</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a picture of a pirate chess game - 5 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a picture with at least 4 different characters - 10 pts each</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Strike the same pose on all rides that take your picture (snag a picture of the screen at the end) - 10 pts per ride (110 points total!)</span></li>
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<li>Pirates of the Caribbean</li>
<li>Splash Mountain</li>
<li>Space Mountain</li>
<li>Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin</li>
<li>Seven Dwarf's Mine Train</li>
<li>Test Track</li>
<li>Frozen Ever After</li>
<li>Tower of Terror</li>
<li>Rock 'n' Roller Coaster</li>
<li>Dinosaur</li>
<li>Expedition Everest </li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Score 500,000 or more on Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin! (Take a picture of your score!) - 25 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a picture in the stocks at Liberty Square - 10 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a the obligatory picture in front of the Epcot "golfball"! (Spaceship Earth) - 5 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a picture with a wooden Sea King! - 10 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a picture with magic lanterns! - 10 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">You've been eaten by a shark! Take a picture in Bruce's mouth! - 10 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">A Whale too?! Take a picture inside Monstro's Mouth! - 10 p</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a picture at a drive-in movie! - 10 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a picture of a Disney World proposal - 100 pts</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Do you like the idea of a yearly Photo Scavenger Hunt Contest? Have any good ideas for future posts? Leave us a comment below!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As always, if you have any tips, tricks or questions you would like to submit to our blog feel free to send us an email at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com! And don't forget to follow us by hitting "Subscribe" at the top of the page!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">*Any updated guides will be sent to you absolutely <u>free of charge</u> after your first purchase. </span></span>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-65752713671181851522018-08-10T20:58:00.004-06:002022-01-24T16:27:38.704-07:00Disney Hotels vs Good Neighbor Hotels<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">Good Morning! </span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">This week since I am so late in posting, I have added a bonus Disney Dining secret at the bottom of this post! </span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">Looking tips on the best places to stay around the Disneyland Resort? Look no further, we've got you covered!! </span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">First things first - is it better to stay on property or off property? </span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">Disneyland currently has three hotels on property: The Grand Californian, The Disneyland Hotel, and The Paradise Pier Hotel. The Grand Californian is built between California Adventure and Downtown Disney, providing quick access to shopping and a private entrance into the park! The Disneyland Hotel and The Paradise Pier Hotel both have Downtown Disney access, with the Disneyland Hotel being the closer of the two. </span><br />
<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">As far as on-property hotels go, I have only ever stayed at the Grand Californian, and while it was DEFINITELY an amazing experience, it was probably one of those stays that won't happen very often. The reason? <b>Price</b>. Staying at Disneyland's on-property hotels can get extremely expensive! That price is totally worth it to many people, and I can understand that it if you are using all of the amenities the hotel has to offer. The pools are amazing, and they have a variety of amenities such as a spa, a work out room, and a kids club! The rooms are beautiful, clean and comfortable, and if you get the right rooms, you can have an AMAZING view of the park! We watched World of Color from our hotel balcony, and it was really neat! You are also extremely close to the parks, so at the end of the night you don't have to make a huge trek to your room, and you can send your purchases straight to the hotel so you don't have to carry them around all day. There are definitely perks to staying on property at Disneyland! </span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">However, if you are like my family, we spend as much time as we possibly can in the parks, and really only hang out in the hotel at night or during the occasional mid-day nap. While having the hotel so close was wonderful, the price wasn't really worth what we got out of our stay. We typically stay at a "Good Neighbor Hotel", which are designated hotels in the Disneyland area that have partnered with Disneyland, and offer ticket packages to the parks when you reserve rooms. These hotels are either within walking distance or provide a free shuttle to and from the parks! I have heard pretty good reviews about most of the Good Neighbor Hotels, but I have only ever stayed in a few. My favorite ones are the Desert Palms Hotel and Suites and the Anaheim Fairfield Inn! </span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">The Desert Palms Hotel and Suites is within walking distance of the parks. It is .5 miles away, on the exact same block - basically tucked right behind California Adventure. You have a great view of the back of the Collectors Tower (Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: Breakout!) from here! The hotel is very clean and offers a continental breakfast. They offer both regular hotel rooms and family suites as well. We have stayed here three times, and the suites have been perfect when we travel with my grandma and only want to pay for one hotel room. The walk is a bit far some days, but this hotel is far enough that they offer a free shuttle to the parks! </span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">Our go-to Good Neighbor Hotel is the Anaheim Fairfield Inn by Marriott. We have used this hotel for 18 out of our 23 trips to Disneyland! The Fairfield is right across the street from the park - maybe a 5 minute walk from the entrance. I love this hotel because it is close enough that if you come home early, you can still watch the fireworks from the balconies </span><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">(go to the top floor - worth it!), and you have a great view of the parks in the mornings! The hotel is very clean, and has been recently updated with hardwood floors and beautiful rooms! While this hotel doesn't have a ton of fancy amenities, it is perfect for the trips when you just aren't planning on spending a lot of time in the hotel - and the beds are SO soft to fall into at the end of a long day of walking around the resort! Bonus: there is a McDonald's basically in the parking lot which makes for a perfect cheap breakfast on the way to the parks, and a perfect midnight snack on the way back!!</span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">The last hotel we have stayed at is the Tropicana. It is also right across the street, even closer than the Fairfield is. I am not one that enjoys giving bad reviews, but we didn’t love this hotel. They did offer a continental breakfast, and distance is a major plus, however the beds weren’t very comfortable and the rooms weren’t the nicest we’ve seen. It has been several years since we last stayed here, however, and they have since renovated so you might find you like it better than we did!<br /></span><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif"><br /></span></div><div><span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">Hopefully this post helps you to determine the kind of hotel that will best fit your family's needs! Let us know if you have any travel questions, we would love to hear from you. Shoot us an email at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com </span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif" style="color: #b45f06;"><b>AS PROMISED: A special dining tip for you! </b></span><br />
<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">If you have a favorite meal at a restaurant in Disneyland, ask your waiter if the chef would be willing to share the recipe! A lot of the time, not only are they willing but they already have print-outs of their most popular recipes they can bring out to you. We have received recipes from both the Blue Bayou and the Bengal BBQ, and the Cast Members were more than happy to give them out. </span><br />
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<span face=""verdana" , sans-serif">What are your favorite hotels in the Disneyland Resort? Leave us a comment below! </span><br />
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*Any updated guides will be sent to you absolutely free of charge after your first purchase. </span></div>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-69830130117150076362018-07-30T13:32:00.000-06:002018-07-31T12:33:05.819-06:00A Trip Down Memory Lane...<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good Morning!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Our computer has been receiving some TLC, so after a week away, we are finally back to posting! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I've been going through a lot of old pictures lately, and I was reminded of a lot of things in Disneyland that are now rides of the past. Some were removed recently, and some were removed when I was a little girl. I thought it would be fun to take a trip through Memory Lane as we explore some of our favorite rides that are now long gone!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1. Hollywood Tower Hotel (Tower of Terror)</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This will always be my favorite ride. I was crushed when they decided to give Tower of Terror a Guardians of the Galaxy make-over. I do like the new ride, but Tower of Terror just had such an amazing attention to detail and that classic creepy, haunted feel. As amazing as Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: Breakout! is, it will never beat the beat-up, lightning-struck Hollywood Tower Hotel. Rest in Peace HTH.</span><br />
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<b style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">2. Soarin' Over California</b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">For those of you who are new to Disneyland, Soarin' Over the World used to be called Soarin' Over California (which made perfect sense). It was the same California video at Disney World in Florida (which didn't make sense at all). They went ahead and changed the video in Disney World to Soarin' Over the World and moved that same video to California during the update of the Grizzly Peaks area. I think the new video is awesome and had some really necessary updates, but I do miss flying over the orange groves and sunset covered oceans, surrounded in orange and pine scents. It would be neat if the videos went back and forth every now and then so we could experience both!! So Disney Imagineering if you're reading this.....</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I actually don't remember too much from this show. I do remember seeing it a couple of times as a little girl, and I still listen to the soundtrack. Because I was so young, I didn't get too attached and I actually really like the Winnie the Pooh ride that took its place, but I do love that they left a tribute to the old Country Bears attraction. If you look up as you exit the Heffalumps and Woozles room, hanging on the wall directly above you are the busts of Max, Buff, and Melvin who were a part of the Country Bear Jamboree show!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We didn't ever really do much in Bug's Land growing up until my youngest brother was born, but it was always a tradition to go see It's Tough to be a Bug at least once a trip! I had gotten really good at avoiding all the little jump scares and interactive parts (being sprayed with "acid" (water), avoiding the smell of the stink bug, knowing when to stand up a little to avoid the "bugs" running under your seat, or leaning forward to avoid the "bee stings") as those parts always freaked me out a bit! I do miss having that show to look forward to every year! Hopefully Disney brings in some big fun with the Marvel themed land that is taking its place! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Here are some fun pictures of Bugs Land before it closed for good! I never actually rode the majority of the rides, especially in the Flik's Fun Fair area, but I am sad that they are getting rid of a lot of the things little kids could actually do in California Adventure. Hopefully Marvel Land still includes some fun things for the kiddos! </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">Aunt Carla and Jack enjoying Heimlich's Chew Chew Train! This was a really boring ride, but I must admit I kind of miss it. Just a little.</span> </td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What are some of your favorite attractions from Disneyland's past? <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Leave us a comment below!</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As always, if you have any tips, tricks or questions you would like to submit to our blog feel free to send us an email at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com! And don't forget to follow us by hitting "Subscribe" at the top of the page!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">*Any updated guides will be sent to you absolutely <u>free of charge</u> after your first purchase. </span></span>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-31863069883736982652018-07-16T08:59:00.000-06:002019-04-29T22:50:43.074-06:00Make Waiting in Lines Fun! <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good Morning & <span style="color: #b45f06;">HAPPY BIRTHDAY</span> to Disneyland! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">On July 17th, 1955, Disneyland opened up to the public! Even though opening day was a bit of a disaster, Disneyland still welcomed its 1 millionth customer only 7 weeks later. Now, 63 years later, Disneyland is more popular than ever and crowds keep getting bigger and bigger - creating really long lines for popular attractions. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The idea of standing in those long lines is a bit daunting - however, there are some ways to make those wait times a little less boring! Here are a few of our favorite ways to pass the time! </span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Heads Up!</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you have a smart phone, download the app "Heads Up!" (by Ellen DeGeneres.) It's a lot like the game Headbands, and is a mobile version of the game Ellen plays on her show. One person will hold the phone towards the group so they can't see the screen, and the rest of the group tries to get them to guess the words that pop up on the screen. When you are in Disneyland, turn on your location access for the app and it will allow you to download the Disney Parks deck for free! This is such a fun game to play in lines at Disneyland. Pay close attention and you will find you aren't the only ones playing! Many people use this app as a way to pass the time.</span><br />
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<b style="color: #274e13; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Disney Trivia </b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">A fun way to pass the time is to quiz each other with some Disney Park trivia! I did a quick search online and found a couple of cool sites for Disney Parks </span><a href="https://www.buzzfeed.com/briangalindo/65-magical-facts-about-disneyland-and-the-magic-kingdom-that?utm_term=.flvVyz4ax#.kk5a0rqmk" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">facts </a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">and </span><a href="http://www.funtrivia.com/en/Entertainment/Disneyland-2565_9.html" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">trivia</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">, and there are TONS more out there! I have only tried a few trivia apps (unfortunately my favorite ones are no longer available), but there are lots of websites and apps that have created trivia and "search and finds" for certain attractions. You can have a lot of fun with these in line! </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Look for Hidden Details in Line</b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Many of the lines in Disneyland are filled with neat hidden gems and fun things to check out. For example, all of the "costumes" in line for Mater's Junkyard Jamboree are inspired by the cartoons "Mater's Tall Tales". See if you can find the Evil Queen from Snow White peering down at you while in line for Peter Pan's Flight. You can even download a decoder online and decode the writing on the walls in line for Indiana Jones! (<a href="https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2014/03/the-magic-of-disney-parks-storytelling-indiana-jones-adventure-at-disneyland-park/">Here </a>is an example of one I found on the Disney Parks Blog). Disney Parks add a lot of detail to their lines to help keep guests entertained while waiting for attractions! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">How do you pass the time in long lines? <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Leave us a comment below! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As always, if you have any tips, tricks or questions you would like to submit to our blog feel free to send us an email at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com! And don't forget to follow us by hitting "Subscribe" at the top of the page!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Lindsay Prout</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">*Any updated guides will be sent to you absolutely <u>free of charge</u> after your first purchase. </span></span>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-7357902680483594712018-07-09T07:48:00.000-06:002018-07-10T23:11:36.769-06:00Top 10 Rides in Disneyland<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good Evening! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What are the top 10 rides in Disneyland? Well that's a matter of opinion (and a really tough choice) - but we think we have a pretty good line up! ;) This week: our 10 favorite rides in the Disneyland Resort! (Note: These are in no particular order, just numbered for convenience.)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As a kid, this ride scared me because I didn't like the giant snake animatronic. My dad offered to buy me a Minnie Mouse sweatshirt if I would ride it again with my mom, but I freaked out and would NOT go again. Now, Indiana Jones is probably my favorite ride in Disneyland! (My dad as assured me that the sweatshirt offer does not, in fact, still stand.) The theming is fantastic - not only on the ride, but the queue is so detailed that it completely immerses you in the world of Indiana Jones! You can google the Indiana Jones queue decoder card and walk through to "translate" the writings on the walls through the queue! </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2. Splash Mountain</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This ride also scared me as a little kid because I didn't love the idea of going down the big drop without a seat belt - regardless of how much I was assured the ride was completely safe. Splash Mountain is now one of my favorite rides! I love riding during the day, but I don't love walking around wet, so we usually wait until the end of the day. Then we can get soaked and head right back to the hotel. Bonus: the line usually isn't very long towards closing so you can wait in a shorter line, and maybe get in two or three rides before the park closes! We got lucky one night and there was absolutely no one in line, so the worker just let us stay on and keep riding two or three times. That was probably my favorite Splash Mountain night ever!</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">This photo was taken just before park closing at midnight.<br />There was no one in line and we got to ride three times that night!</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: #38761d;">3. Pirates of the Caribbean</span></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Pirates is the "Family Favorite". This is our traditional first ride of the vacation! We never start a trip at Disneyland without racing over to ride Pirates first thing in the morning. Fun Fact: one time, Pirates was scheduled to be closed during our vacation. We knew about it and my family figured it would be sad but we would live. Not even three days into the trip, my parents had already rescheduled a second vacation for two months later when Pirates would re-open - making Pirates of the Caribbean the only ride that we ever scheduled an ENTIRE Disneyland vacation around!</span><br />
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<b style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">4. Haunted Mansion</b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Haunted Mansion is just one of those classic rides. Bonus: it's dark and one of the longer rides in the park, so it makes the perfect place for a little power nap if you really need one! But don't worry, it is also entertaining enough to hold your attention! The theming is awesome on this ride too. The queue is just casual enough to look authentic but still creepy enough to belong to an old abandoned (and haunted) mansion. I love that this "haunted" ride isn't too scary for little kids either, while also being fun for adults. Disney really did well with this one! </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>5. Soarin' Around the World</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I have loved Soarin' since it was still Soarin' Over California. They did a wonderful job with the new world-wide videos, however I do miss flying over scented orange groves and calm beach sunsets. The new videos are amazing though, I will admit. The special effects on Soarin' are fantastic, and are definitely worth the long wait times the ride always has! </span><br />
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<b style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">6. Radiator Springs Racers</b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This ride is just a blast. If you can't tell already - theming is just about everything for me. I LOVE how all of Radiator Springs literally feels like you just walked through the TV screen into the movie. Radiator Springs Racers is even more immersive if at all possible! You get to ride leisurely through a beautiful red rock landscape, see a gorgeous waterfall, and cruise around through a night-time Radiator Springs while you get ready for your big race! We actually broke down once inside and we just got to sit there for a solid ten minutes taking in the magic of Radiator Springs! Let me tell you, they certainly don't skimp on the details. Once you are done enjoying the beauty of Carburetor County, you embark on a high speed race against another group's car! This ride is a really well-rounded treat! </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> </span><br />
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<b style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">7. Big Thunder Mountain</b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This is one of the rides that is a blast during the day, and an entirely different ride at night. After listening to a Window to the Magic episode where they managed to get a firework ride on Big Thunder, I tried it out and it is seriously such a neat ride if you can make it in time! Big Thunder is lit up so gorgeously after dark, and the lights in the caves are so much more vibrant that it is totally worth it even if you don't get on during fireworks. If you ride during the day, try the goat trick! I read this one online once, but if you keep your eye on the goat with the dynamite sticking out of its mouth just before you hit the drop, and then watch him all the way around the turn, you either get super dizzy or you get a rush of adrenaline right in your stomach that makes the ride so much more fun! Seems crazy - but I tried it and it definitely works. (Someone explained the Goat Trick really well on <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Disneyland/comments/3aghjj/goat_trick_on_thunder_mountain/">this Reddit page</a>).</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>8. Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: Breakout!</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This was my absolute favorite ride EVER when it was still Tower of Terror. I'm still quite bitter that it was changed. While the ride is still about the same in theory, it was the theming that made me fall in love with Tower of Terror. (I never noticed until writing this post just how important Disney's theming skills are to me.) Still, I do love Guardians of the Galaxy and they did do a great job with the overlay. I love that it is still a free-fall ride, and they actually did a really good job of mixing up the falling sequences which Disneyland's Tower of Terror never did. The fun factor (and in honor of the Tower that stole our hearts) pushes this ride into our top ten list of rides in Disneyland!</span><br />
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<b style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">9. Matterhorn</b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This is another ride that I love to ride in the evening! When the sun goes down and stops shining light into the caves and caverns, the lights are so much more vibrant, and the dark tunnels are even darker making the yetis stand out much better! Of course, the Matterhorn is fun to ride any time of the day, but be aware, it is a *very* bumpy ride and the seats don't offer much room. I am super short so I fit happily, hence why this is still on my favorites list! </span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>10. Mater's Junkyard Jamboree</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I don't know what it is about being swung around behind a tractor whipping around sharp turns, but this ride ALWAYS gives me the giggles. Maybe it's that subtle tickle in your stomach when you fly around those curves. Maybe it's the funny songs Mater sings as you ride. Whatever it is, this ride is a blast, and I would recommend it to ANYONE. Plus, look at how cute the tractors are!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you are interested in buying a copy of my Disneyland Guide, feel free to contact me at any time at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com. I sell my guide for a one time fee of $10*, or you can request a personalized one for $15 that I will customize entirely to your family’s needs! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">*Any updated guides will be sent to you absolutely <u>free of charge</u> after your first purchase. </span>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-73214111066186730712018-07-02T08:57:00.000-06:002019-04-29T22:49:24.305-06:00A Disneyland Photo Scavenger Hunt <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good Afternoon!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Have you ever thought of doing fun activities in the parks while running from ride to ride? I have, but I've never really taken the time to do any of them. One of the ideas that I love is doing a photo scavenger hunt in the parks. So, why not create my own for you guys to have fun with?!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you guys try this out, I would love to see your photos! Submit your favorites throughout the rest of this year by emailing enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com Get creative and have fun!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">(For a printable version, email enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com)</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Find Mrs. Potts & Chip in Adventureland - 5 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Spot 3 Hidden Mickey's - 10 pts each</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Find a wooden bridge with pink hearts! - 5 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Get a picture of fireworks! - 15 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a picture in all three Fantasyland Photo Spots - 10 pts per photo</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Teacups</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Mr. Toad's Wild Ride</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Dumbo</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a picture with a 'talking tree' named Tangaroa in Adventureland! - 5 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Find two wishing wells! - 10 pts each</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Find the Small World Costume Co. and Far East Imports windows on Main Street USA (Dedicated to Marc and Alice Davis) - 15 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Walt's light in the window above the Fire Station - 5 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a picture with at least 4 different characters - 10 pts each</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Strike a pose on all rides that take your picture (snag a picture of the screen at the end) - 15 pts per ride</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Splash Mountain</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Space Mountain</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Radiator Springs Racers</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Incredicoaster</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: Breakout!</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Score 500,000 or more on Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters (Take a picture of your score!) - 25 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a picture inside Dead Man's Grotto - 15 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a picture inside a cage of bones! - 10 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Dredge up some treasure on Tom Sawyer's Island! - 10 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take in the view at the top of the Pixar Pal Around - 15 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Find and take a picture with Anger! - 5 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Find the Cheshire Cat hiding in the rocks near Alice in Wonderland - 10 p</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">ts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a picture with a car in Radiator Springs! - 10 pts</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Take a picture of a Disneyland proposal - 100 pts</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Do you like the idea of a yearly Photo Scavenger Hunt Contest? Would you be interested in a Disney World version? Leave us a comment below!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As always, if you have any tips, tricks, or questions (or ideas for future contests & scavenger hunts) that you would like to submit to our blog feel free to send us an email at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com! </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">And don't forget to hit that blue<span style="color: #3d85c6;"> </span><b><span style="color: #3d85c6;">follow</span> </b>button in the drop down menu at the top of the page!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you are interested in buying a copy of my Disneyland Guide, feel free to contact me at any time at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com. I sell my guide for $10, or you can request a personalized one for $15 that I will customize entirely to your family’s needs!</span>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-31355480054346778062018-06-25T07:48:00.000-06:002018-06-25T20:26:40.638-06:00Top 5 Favorite Disney Snacks<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good Monday Evening!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">After two weeks of posting on Tuesdays, we are back on schedule!</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">Photo sent straight from Disneyland! Jack is enjoying his churro today!</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Last week we talked about our favorite <a href="http://enchantedpumpkintravel.blogspot.com/2018/06/3-shows-you-cant-miss-in-disneyland.html">"Can't-Miss Shows"</a> at the Disneyland Resort. This week - our favorite can't-miss snacks! As I mentioned <a href="http://enchantedpumpkintravel.blogspot.com/2018/04/5-easy-ways-to-save-money-at-disneyland.html">several weeks back</a>, I highly recommend stashing snacks from the store in a bag or backpack to save money throughout the day. However, there's nothing wrong with stopping for an in-park snack or two during your stay! Here are our favorites! (Also a big thanks to my parents and Jack who took a ton of time today to fill my many live-from-the-park photo requests for this post!)</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1. Cream Cheese Filled Pretzels.</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you have been following our blog for a while, this one will come as no surprise. I LOVE Disney's Cream Cheese Filled Pretzels. You can score one of these at the Refreshment corner or at most pretzel carts around Disneyland and California Adventure!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2. Milk Chocolate Fudge from Pooh Corner</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This little snack is a tradition for me. Chocolate fudge is my weakness. Every now and then I will trade it for a Tigger Tail (also a favorite) or some other treat from the Pooh Corner, but the Milk Chocolate Fudge is fantastic! You can also get this at the Candy Palace on Main Street, and Trolley Treats in California Adventure!</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #999999; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">Jack running to Pooh's Corner to get a tasty treat!</span></td></tr>
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<br /><b style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">3. Nestle Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches</b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you are going to get a frozen treat, I highly recommend the Nestle Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich! They sell these at any frozen treat stand throughout the park. And yes, (*unpopular opinion*) I do like these more than the cute Mickey Mouse Ice Cream bars! My favorite way to eat them is to let them defrost a little bit so the cookie is softer and the ice cream doesn't break your teeth. These are a wonderful treat for a hot summer day!</span><br />
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<br /><b style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">4. Churros</b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The classic. You can't go to Disneyland and not get an overpriced-but-extremely-delicious Disneyland Churro! Beware, these are COATED in cinnamon and will make a mess, but they are actually some of the best churros I've had. These are always sold in the classic cinnamon-sugar flavor, and they usually have a few different specialty flavors as well. One of the specialty flavors for this summer's Pixar Fest is "Kevin's Churro" which is covered in Lemon Sugar and Multi-Colored Fruity Cereal! You will also find a spicy "Caliente Churro" from the new churro cart at Pixar Pier: Se</span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">ñ</span></span><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">or Buzz Churros!</span><br />
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<b style="color: #38761d; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">5. Goofy's Sour Cherry Balls</b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">These can be picked up in most stores that sell treats. These are one of my mom's favorite treats, so we always end up buying a bag for the family and snacking on them in lines! If you are not a fan of sour candy, no worries, this candy more sweet than sour. Definitely a family favorite!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What are your favorite snacks at the Disneyland Resort? Leave us a comment below!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you are interested in buying a copy of my Disneyland Guide, feel free to contact me at any time at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com. I sell my guide for $10, or you can request a personalized one for $15 that I will customize entirely to your family’s needs!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As always, if you have any tips, tricks or questions you would like to submit to our blog feel free to send us an email at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com! And don't forget to hit that blue follow button in the drop down menu at the top of the page!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Lindsay Prout</span>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-82083272196019079162018-06-18T07:49:00.000-06:002018-06-19T10:36:10.061-06:003 Shows You Can't Miss in Disneyland<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good Morning!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">(In case you missed it: read last week's post about the Best Times to Ride the Busiest Rides <a href="http://enchantedpumpkintravel.blogspot.com/2018/06/best-times-to-ride-busy-rides.html">here</a>!!)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This week, we explore the entertainment the Disneyland Resort has to offer with our top 3 favorite shows to hit in Disneyland and California Adventure! (Bonus: All three of these shows work with "Glow-with-the-Show" products, which Disneyland sells in the form of Mickey Mouse Ear Hats, Wands, Paint Brushes, etc. These items are designed with Crowd-Sync Technology which makes the items change colors and flash along with the show itself!) </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Story Time: I remember when I was 5, I watched "Sing A-Long Songs: Disneyland" and at the end, Mickey Mouse shoots fireworks out of his hands and starts the Firework Show over the castle. I was completely convinced that Mickey Mouse could actually do that. My dad kept telling me that it was just a movie, and that Mickey wouldn't really shoot fireworks out of his hands when I saw him. (Trying to make sure I wasn't disappointed when I got to Disneyland for my first time.) However, I was completely convinced that not only did Mickey shoot fireworks out of his hands, but that he and all his character friends were actually real, not just people in costumes. Well, the first character I saw in Disneyland was Minnie Mouse. I happened to look up at her and realized I was looking at the "breathing screen" under her nose so the person inside didn't suffocate. I was crushed - Minnie wasn't real. I didn't tell my parents what I had seen because I didn't want to ruin it for them too. (Because to 5-year old me, they clearly didn't know that already!) That night, we went to see Fantasmic! for the first time. And guess what happened at the end?! MICKEY SHOT FIREWORKS OUT OF HIS HANDS! We have me on video flipping around to tell my dad "See Dad, I told you it was real!" Fantasmic! has been one of my favorite shows since then!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2. Fireworks</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This one doesn't really have a story behind it, other than the fireworks get more and more magical every year! The music is always spot on, and they have added projections around the park to coordinate with the fireworks and music and it is just such a magical experience. Fireworks can be viewed from Main Street, Sleeping Beauty Castle, Small World, Matterhorn, and the Rivers of America on the same water screens they use for Fantasmic! Currently, they are showing Together Forever, which is a Pixar themed fireworks show for their Incredible Summer/Pixar Fest event!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>3. World of Color </b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This show is just completely enchanting. The lines are always long to get in and it can be difficult to get a good viewing spot without waiting in that line unless you pay for the dinner packages, but it is so worth going to see! World of Color is a water show similar to Fantasmic!, but on a much larger scale. This is also my favorite show to see Glow-with-the-Show products in use, because every "zone" lights up a different color along with the lights around you! It is really neat to see. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What shows are on your "Can't Miss" List? Leave us a comment below!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Lindsay Prout</span>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-15659634132001170962018-06-11T22:03:00.000-06:002018-06-18T12:37:41.132-06:00Best Times to Ride the Busy Rides<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good Evening (a day late)</span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As summer gets into full swing at the Disneyland Resort and the crowds start to multiply, it might be good to have an idea of the best times to ride the busiest rides. Some lines you can't avoid, but here are some pointers for avoiding a few of the longer ones!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">(In case you missed it: read last week's post about fun things to do in the Disneyland area <a href="http://enchantedpumpkintravel.blogspot.com/2018/06/fun-things-in-disneyland-area.html">here</a>!!)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Something very important to remember is that the closer to the middle of the day it gets, the hotter it is. If you are going to ride a busy ride and the line is mostly outdoors (Fantasyland, Cars Land, Space Mountain, Splash Mountain, Matterhorn, Big Thunder Mountain etc.), consider riding earlier in the morning or towards the evening when it starts to cool off again. This may not mean a shorter wait, but it does mean you won't overheat!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Magic Morning Hours</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Never underestimate the power of getting to parks as early as you can! If you have Magic Morning hours, USE THEM. This will be the best times to ride rides like Peter Pan's Flight and Space Mountain. Even if you don't have Magic Morning hours, still get there as soon as the park opens and hurry straight to one of these rides. The lines are out in the sun, and you don't want to get caught in them in the middle of the day! You will also want to use Magic Mornings (or as soon as the park opens) to get your Fastpasses for rides like Radiator Springs Racers and Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: Breakout! over in California Adventure. </span><br />
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<b style="color: #274e13; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">Parades & Night Shows</b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Daytime parades are a great time to hit Fantasyland rides. Most of the little kids that typically fill the lines in Fantasyland are now busy elsewhere and the wait times usually go down a bit. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Night shows (including Fireworks, Fantasmic!, World of Color, and night-time parades) are a perfect time to hit some big rides, especially in Frontierland, New Orleans Square, and Critter Country. The lines for rides in these areas will typically be much shorter during this time. Another plus to waiting for these big night time shows is that families with little kids often head home as soon as they are over, and the lines clear right out park-wide!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Friendly tip: We love riding Splash Mountain at night because the line is empty and you don't walk around all day soaking wet! We usually hit it as the last ride of the night so we can just head straight back to the hotel and change right into warm, dry clothes. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What are your favorite times to ride busy rides? Leave us a comment below!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Lindsay Prout</span>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-60368123430073382772018-06-04T11:00:00.000-06:002018-06-04T13:31:47.822-06:00Fun Things In The Disneyland Area<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good Morning!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Yesterday my husband and I celebrated our one year anniversary, which means a year ago tomorrow we took off for our (you guessed it) DISNEYLAND Honeymoon! Which brings me to this post. While we spent a week in California, we only did three days in Disneyland (which is the perfect length if you are only traveling with two people). We spent the other two days doing fun things around SoCal! Growing up, we usually did 5 or 6 days since there were 5 of us, and you just can't get as much done in three days with a larger group, but we usually took an evening or an extra day to go do something fun around the SoCal area. If you are looking for something to do near Disneyland for a day or two outside the parks, here are some great recommendations! </span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>1 - Universal Studios</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We did a day in Universal Studios two years ago. It was a ton of fun! I did think the food and merchandise was overpriced (even by Disney's standards), but the Harry Potter area was worth it! We also really liked the Jurassic Park ride. While I do like the quality of Disneyland's rides more, Universal Studios was still a really cool place to check out. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2 - SeaWorld</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It has been a VERY long time since I have been to SeaWorld (I was five, and the only "ride" they had at the time was a river raft ride similar to the Grizzly River Run at California Adventure). However, even way back then it was SO much fun! Now that they have added more rides to all of their aquariums and shows, it is definitely been added back on to my SoCal bucket list! </span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>3 - San Diego Zoo</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I love zoos. I actually worked at Utah's Hogle Zoo for a summer, and it was probably my favorite job ever. We went to the San Diego Zoo for the first time on our honeymoon and I was definitely not disappointed! We spent a good portion of our day riding the buses around the park, hanging out in the Panda enclosure, and enjoying the views from the "SkyFari" (sky tram). I would recommend this in a heartbeat to anyone looking for something fun to do outside of Disneyland. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>4 - Beach Towns & Side Streets! </b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Brycen and I finished walking around the San Diego Zoo about halfway through the day and decided to finish the day off by walking around the grounds of the nearby San Diego Temple (which is gorgeous by the way) and then pulling out the map and driving up all of the beach towns on the way back to Newport for dinner. It was a great road trip! Fun Fact: in areas with beach homes along the road, they like to put up little fences and signs saying "Private Property", and I always thought that included the house and all of the area behind it on the beach. However, beaches are not private property, and you can walk right down to the little beaches behind the homes. Not everyone knows this, so the beaches back there are actually really empty! We loved spending time walking along the rocks and beaches (and collecting sea shells!) We also spent a lot of time shopping in the beach towns. We ended the day up at Newport Beach and found a little hole-in-the-wall deli called "Dory Deli" and it was absolutely delicious! There are tons of little restaurants along beach towns like Dory Deli at Newport and Woody's Diner at Seal Beach that are definitely worth trying. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Medieval Times is this neat dinner show about 5 minutes away from Disneyland that is worth a visit at least once. Be aware: there are a few innuendos during the show (more so during the pre-show), but nothing super vulgar. It is advertised as a kid-friendly establishment. You start out walking through castle courtyards, and if you buy a ticket you can walk through the "torture chamber" and see old replicas of ancient torture devices. That was pretty interesting! Then you can walk through the market-place and buy flower crown veils, wooden swords and shields, dragon necklaces, etc. You are given a certain color when you walk in that coordinates with your "Knight" during the show. You are seated in sections by color, and your menu includes chicken, tomato soup, bread, a dessert and a drink. The show is an extremely entertaining jousting and sword fighting competition! It is a really fun way to spend an evening!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Hollywood isn't really my thing, but it was cool to drive down the Walk of Fame and see all the stars. There are also a lot of interesting characters walking around all dressed up that are fun to watch too! There are a lot of famous buildings right in the area that are neat to see in person, and lots of places close by to get a bite to eat. It is a good way to spend an afternoon, even if you just drive through like we did!</span><br />
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<b style="color: #274e13; font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">8 - Museums</b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Even less my thing: museums. This isn't really on my list of "fun things", but I know it can be fun for some people which is why I am including it! I have heard that Madame Tussauds Wax Museum in Hollywood is really neat to see. We went to the Ronald Reagan museum when I was about 11-12 years old, and at the time I thought it was super boring, but my parents loved it. I did think it was cool to walk through Air Force 1 and check out the gift shop at the end though! Now that I am older, I would probably enjoy it more, but as a kid I hated it. Something to keep in mind if you are traveling with little ones!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What are fun things you like to do around the Disneyland Area? Leave us a comment below! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you are interested in buying a copy of my Disneyland Guide, feel free to contact me at any time at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com. I sell my guide for $10, or you can request a personalized one for $15 that I will customize entirely to your family’s needs! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Lindsay Prout</span>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-65356690643383693352018-05-28T16:00:00.000-06:002018-06-04T14:20:52.553-06:003 Easy Ways to Avoid Disney Park Exhaustion<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good Evening! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">First of all: a huge thank you to my many viewers around the world! I love sharing my love of Disney with everyone, so thanks for reading! If you want to make sure you don't miss a post, go ahead and click on the subscribe button at the top of the page and either subscribe by email or click the blue "follow" button to receive notifications! I sure do appreciate you guys!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This week I want to share some pointers on making the most of your Disney vacation! It is super easy to burn yourself out after a couple of days of running around trying to get every ride in. So here are my quick tips on how to avoid that crazy Disney Park exhaustion!!</span><br />
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<b><span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">1 - Don't Land Hop!!!</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The easiest way to get exhausted in Disneyland (or Disney World) is to run back and forth across the park from ride to ride. Your prioritized list of things to ride may look something like: "it's a small world", Space Mountain, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Roger Rabbit's Toon Spin. However, if you do things exactly in that order, you will find that your list will include a LOT of walking! We didn't figure this one out until about three trips in. You will get a lot more done (and be a lot less tired) if you start in one land - lets say Fantasyland since Small World is at the top of the list. Ride everything you want to in that area before running over to Tomorrowland to do Space Mountain! Then, ride everything in Tomorrowland before heading to New Orleans Square to ride Pirates. Trust me, it saves a lot of time and energy doing it this way, and you will still get your priority rides taken care of!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>2 - TAKE BREAKS!!!</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Don't be afraid of sitting on a park bench, enjoying an ice cream and people watching for a while, or taking time to go see a show. Don't even be afraid to head back to the hotel for a nap if you are getting burnt out - especially on a hot day! The rides will still be there when you get back, I promise. It is a lot better to miss an hour and be rested so you can enjoy the rest of the day, than it is to miss a nap and be tuckered out the entire rest of the night. If you are extremely stubborn like me and you don't like heading back for naps, then there are a few ways to get a little rest in. Head over to the Tiki room and hang out in the little seating area for a while. It only gets busy in there when a show is about to start! (You'll also have a shorter line to the Dole Whip, which is a bonus.) When the show starts head inside! It is dark and cool during the show, perfect conditions for a 15 minute nap!!! I do love this show, but when I get tired I can sleep through just about anything! I have become a pro-Disney Napper, and I can sleep on any slow ride that lasts 10 minutes or more - Pirates, Small World, occasionally Haunted Mansion... you can definitely get creative ;) The moral of the story is: take a break every now and then!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>3 - Bring (or buy) a Personal Fan!</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">During a hot summer day in California, the sun can wear you out before lunch time. We found that bringing fans (or buying the misting fans in the parks) helps out SO MUCH! There are many different kinds out there, and all of them work great. I have a little hand fan that I use in the parks and keep in my purse, but I also love the battery powered necklace fans that constantly blow air up towards your face. This is definitely something to consider purchasing for a hot day!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">How do you avoid getting exhausted at the parks? Leave us a comment below! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you are interested in buying a copy of my Disneyland Guide, feel free to contact me at any time at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com. I sell my guide for $10, or you can request a personalized one for $15 that I will customize entirely to your family’s needs! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As always, if you have any tips, tricks or questions you would like to submit to our blog feel free to send us an email at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com! And don't forget to hit the subscribe button at the top of the page and click the blue follow button! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Lindsay Prout</span>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-19272652753596548792018-05-21T16:13:00.000-06:002018-05-21T19:55:42.183-06:00Disney on a Rainy Day <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Good Evening!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This week in honor of the rain we are getting in Utah - the Pros and Cons of going to Disney on a Rainy Day! (Which, funny enough, is my favorite Disneyland weather!) If you ever find yourself waking up in your hotel room to gloomy rain-clouds, do not despair! While there can be downsides to an outdoor theme park in wet weather, there are definitely ways to make the most of any rainy day.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">To ensure that you are properly warned (and in the spirit of ending on a good note) we'll start with this short list of "cons"!</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It can get chilly! While California is usually filled with warm coastal air, it doesn't mean it never gets cold! Several rainstorms I've been caught in have been in the summer and stay around 70 degrees, which isn't too bad, but when you are wet it can feel a lot colder - especially in the early morning or later in the evening. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">When it rains hard enough, you potentially walk around the park wet, which isn't always the most fun feeling. You can purchase rain ponchos at most of the shops, however I have been caught in a bad enough storm that I was absolutely drenched by the time I got to Main Street, even in the poncho. </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">That's about it! Check out the longer list of "pros" below to find out why rainy days at Disney are actually my favorite! (Am I biased? I love rain, so probably...)</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">First off, rain always seems to bring out the most vibrant of colors in Disneyland, so the sights (and pictures) are always phenomenal. I love the way Main Street looks in the rain!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Second, the crowds are non-existent. Most locals won't go to Disneyland on a rainy day, which cuts down big time on the crowds! You can practically walk straight onto any ride, which is awesome! My husband and I went on a "misty" day (it wasn't even hard enough to call it a light sprinkle) and the park was empty. We rode just about everything we wanted to in one day! </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Third, its cool! Yes this can be a con if it's too chilly, but in the summer it can be a nice break from the heat. (especially if it is just "misting" at you!) Bonus!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">And Lastly - if you are already soaking wet (as I have been before) then there is absolutely nothing stopping you from riding whatever ride you want - including the water rides. We have had the wonderful experience of being soaking wet, and due to the lack of crowds, we walked right on Splash Mountain. Three or four times. To this day, that is one of my favorite Disneyland memories!</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">How do you feel about rainy days at Disney? Leave us a comment below!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you are interested in buying a copy of my Disneyland Guide, feel free to contact me at any time at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com. I sell my guide for $10, or you can request a personalized one for $15 that I will customize entirely to your family’s needs!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">As always, if you have any tips, tricks or questions you would like to submit to our blog feel free to send us an email at enchantedpumpkinblog@gmail.com! And don't forget to hit that blue follow button at the top of the page!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">-Lindsay Prout</span>EnchantedPumpkinTravelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15992797487294047598noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2930193523716602687.post-15673465393763042402018-05-14T11:00:00.000-06:002018-05-14T11:24:56.879-06:00How to Strategically Plan Your Disney Dining <span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Happy Monday & Happy Mothers' Day! I hope you all enjoyed your weekend & spending time with your families. This week's post is about something I learned from my mom as she scheduled our Disney Dining growing up!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">That's right, it's all about food!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This week I want to share our family's tips and tricks for "beginners" on strategically scheduling our Disney Dining! (And hopefully you "pros" will find something helpful here too!)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">First things first: plan your meals around your days, not your days around your meals! If you plan to eat breakfast in California Adventure, a restaurant in Downtown Disney for lunch, and dinner in Disneyland, you are going to be extremely exhausted by the end of the day - and you won't have much time for rides in between! Follow these four simple steps below to get the most out of </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">your Disney Dining.</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Write down all of the restaurants you want to eat at, and what meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) you want there. Some restaurants have different offerings and prices for each meal. Then mark all of the ones you will need reservations for. You can find menus & pricing for every restaurant on the Official Disneyland app!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Start planning out your days, and decide which parks you plan to be in each day. If you know you want to be in California Adventure most of the day on day two, you probably don't want to schedule a lunch at the Blue Bayou. If you want to eat in Disneyland that day, a dinner plan would be a better option. I would suggest getting breakfast in California Adventure as early as possible on this day so you can get your early morning <a href="http://enchantedpumpkintravel.blogspot.com/2018/04/how-to-score-good-fastpass-times-for.html">Fastpasses</a> for Radiator Racers or Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: Breakout!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Once you get an idea of what parks you want to be in each day, start thinking about shows you want to see. This can determine when and where you eat! For example, if you plan to stay late for a firework show or Fantasmic!, then you probably won't want to get up bright and early the next morning for an 8:00 breakfast reservation! Or if you want to see a show at the Golden Horseshoe, then you could plan to eat lunch while you're there.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Once you have a basic outline for your days, you can start planning out your meals!! Look up menu items to plan out how large or small of meals you will be getting at each restaurant. If you know you are getting a buffet for breakfast, then you probably won't want to schedule an expensive lunch at the Blue Bayou for just a few hours later! We like to eat an early character breakfast, a light lunch, and then a nicer, heavier dinner. Then the next day we would do a light breakfast, lunch at the Blue Bayou, and then a late dinner that evening. Don't over-schedule your restaurant times or you will end up paying for more than you can eat!</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">An example of a scheduled out week could look like this:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">A couple of helpful tips:</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We don't like to schedule a late character breakfast. We get one for as early as we can! If you are doing the Minnie and Friends Character Breakfast at the Plaza Inn, remember that it usually opens about an hour or so before the park does. If you get an earlier reservation, you get early entry with a less crowded breakfast hall. By the time you are done eating, you are joining the first of the crowds just after the opening of the park! It's an easy way to make sure you don't miss out on any of the fun!!</span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666; font-size: small;">Minnie and Friends' Breakfast - Dale "proposed" and was <br />waving goodbye to my husband in the picture on the right! </span></td></tr>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you are making a reservation for the Blue Bayou, schedule for as close to noon as you can. If you go for lunch you get the same menu as you do for dinner but you are paying WAY less!</span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666; font-size: small;">Lunch at the Blue Bayou!</span></td></tr>
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<li><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">If you are celebrating a special occasion such as a birthday, anniversary, or honeymoon, be sure to let them know at the time of reservation and when you check in! More than likely, they will help you celebrate in a special way! On our honeymoon we got a delicious Mickey-shaped chocolate cake as a surprise dessert! </span></li>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #666666; font-size: small;">Celebration Cake from Blue Bayou!</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What are your favorite dining tips? Leave us a comment below!</span><br />
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