by Jim Smith | Oct 23, 2023 | Disney Parks & Resorts, Travel News, Travel Planning
(A version of this article was shared with Pirates and Princesses and published on October 23, 2023.) Disneyland Resort announced that the transformation of Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel into the Pixar Place Hotel will officially be completed in just a few months, on...
by Jim Smith | Sep 11, 2023 | Disney Parks & Resorts, Travel News, Travel Planning
Disney Destination D23 is one of the biggest Disney fan events of the year, and this year’s event, which took place over the weekend of September 8th through September 10th – was extra special. Not only did it celebrate 100 years of Disney, but it also unveiled...
by Jim Smith | Jul 9, 2023 | Disney, Disney Legends, Disney Spotlight Series
“Hurry back! Hurry back! Be sure to bring your death certificate, if you decide to join us. Make final arrangements now! We’ve been dying… to have you…” These “inviting” words have haunted countless guests exiting Disney’s Haunted Mansion...
by Jim Smith | Jun 29, 2023 | Deals and Promotions, Disney Parks & Resorts, Travel Planning
July is upon us, which means it’s Disneyland Month! And it’s appropriate timing for Disney’s announcement of Summer 2023 discounts at all three Disneyland Resort hotels. Discounts up to 25% are available for select rooms and dates. Are you a Disney Visa Cardholder?...
by Jim Smith | Jun 10, 2023 | Disney, Disney Parks & Resorts, Lists, Role Call - The Best of Disney
Welcome back to our list of favorite Disney Parks vehicles. Disney Parks are known for their immersive storytelling, putting guests in the middle of the story through the use of art, design, and…well…Imagineering. But it all starts with the place we the guest are...