Disneyland Resort — Attraction in Anaheim

Alright, let’s unpack Disneyland, the happiest place on Earth—unless your wallet’s doing the crying! 😅 The Good Vibes: Disneyland’s got that magic touch. The moment those gates swing open, it’s like stepping into a Pixar movie where everyone’s smiling and nobody’s stepping on your toes… yet. Early mornings? Smooth as a Mickey Mouse pancake. The ride selection? Chef’s kiss! From Space Mountain’s interstellar thrills to the Pirates of the Caribbean’s rum-soaked swagger, there’s something for everyone—unless your vibe is “standing still in silence,” then maybe try a library. The Crowded Chaos: But oh boy, once the clock strikes 10 a.m., it’s like the entire population of a small country decided to storm Main Street. You’ll be dodging strollers, weaving through selfie sticks, and praying you don’t get trampled by a family in matching Mickey ears. It’s less “magical” and more “survival of the fittest.” Pro tip: Channel your inner Jedi and move with purpose, or you’ll be stuck behind a parade of exhausted parents for eternity. Rides, Glorious Rides: The ride lineup is a banger. Thrill-seekers, chill-seekers, and “I’m just here for the Instagram” seekers are all covered. Whether you’re screaming on Big Thunder Mountain or serenading your sweetie on “It’s a Small World” (sorry, that song’s now stuck in your head), there’s variety for days. Just pray the line for Rise of the Resistance doesn’t outlast your phone battery. Food & Drink—Ouch, My Wallet: The grub? Tasty but pricey. A churro will set you back enough to make you wonder if it’s made of unicorn dust. A turkey leg costs more than your last Uber ride, and don’t even think about a soda unless you’re ready to refinance your house. Pack snacks like you’re prepping for a zombie apocalypse, or you’ll be eating $15 pretzels while weeping into your Minnie Mouse napkin. Gifts—Invest in Crypto Instead: The gift shops? Hoo boy. A stuffed Goofy costs more than a down payment on a car. Want a lightsaber? Better sell a kidney. Those sparkly ears? They’re basically a mortgage with sequins. If you must buy something, grab a $50 keychain and call it a day—then run before you’re tempted by a $200 collectible pin that’s “limited edition” (until next week). Final Verdict: Disneyland’s a blast if you hit it early, love rides, and don’t mind crowds that make Black Friday look like a ghost town. Bring your own snacks, a fat stack of cash, and a sense of humor—because when you’re paying $20 for a Dole Whip, you’ll need to laugh to keep...

FANTASTIC PLACE!!! FREINDLY Cast members willing to go the entire that extra mile to enhance your visiting pleasure(s). The park is kept very clean. There is something for everyone, no matter how old you may be. However, there is room for improvement: Parking - I was parked at Donald Duck 3G. Clearly marked on the parking structure. However, what is missing and desperately needs to be annotated is what level this location is. Because it said 3G, I thought it was on the third level. So I went to the third level, which is Mickie Mouse level. Since my family and I spent over 12 hours at the park, it was very difficult for me and the wife to walk up two flights of stairs. We were dead dog tired. What needs to be in place is a sign where the escalators are clearly marked where each level is and what escalator to use.

Next, there are few and far between water fountains in the park. NOT EVERYONE wants to pay $5.50 for a bottle of water. Especially when it gets warmer and warmer as the day wears on.

Signage is needed describing your location and where you want to go. This will help prevent you from walking aimlessly. There was a time when this was the case, but no longer, I'm sorry to say.

Next, an increase of places where you can sit down to rest. There are places that have benches and outside places to eat where you might find a table to rest, even places where you sit along the boarders of the landscape, however, when you have a lot of people in the park with you, it is like musical chairs where there are only 3 chairs left and a 100 people competing against you. The park is designed to keep people moving, I understand this. But, being 68 years old, I can say I can only move so fast for so long before I need to sit and rest.

Lastly, restrooms 🚻, they need to be prominent and clearly marked. Be it on a Disneyland map or signage as in sign posts.

Make these changes, and I would be dancing in the clouds singing Disney...

We had a wonderful day at California Adventure and Disneyland, but Disneyland definitely let us down with several rides not operational due to breakdowns. Mickeys Runaway Railroad, Space Mountain, Thunder Mountain Railroad were all down most of the day. Cast members are not as engaging and helpful as they once were. When we asked where to locate a Lightning Lane entrance, the cast member there did not look up from the phone or device and just pointed (a no-no of Disney service) toward the direction we needed to go. Park restrooms were not in good condition regarding cleanliness. We have been going to Disney parks for years and years, and this trip (November 2023) revealed the lessening service and engagement by the Disney cast. The BIG disappointment was 2 minutes after the fireworks were supposed to begin (park was darkened and people were standing round ready and waiting) l, they canceled the show and played a brief video on the side of walls around the castle and Main Street area. It was like we had been invited to visit, but they were not ready to host. The Christmas decorations were up, but they were not opulant...seems to be less excitement overall. Not sure we will do Disneyland again soon. We may stick with the Florida parks for a while. We did enjoy our visit but also had a lot of disappointment along the way. We recommend the Web...