Disneyland is home to 3 uniquely designed hotels that are each just steps away from the magic, my favorite being Disneyland Hotel! This hotel's theme is "Classic Disney" with a contemporary twist. Recently the iconic Disneyland Hotel has undergone a massive renovation and has received the prestigious Four Diamond AAA rating. Read more about my love for this luxurious resort in my previous answer about
Disneyland Hotel.
**Be sure to check out one of my favorite hang outs, Trader Sam's Tiki Bar while you're there**
Disneyland Park Musts:
Mr. Toad's Wild Ride, Storybook Land Canal Boats, Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan's Flight, Matterhorn, it's a small world
, Big Thunder Mountain, Pirates of the Caribbean, Haunted Mansion, Splash Mountain, Indiana Jones, Jungle Cruise, Enchanted Tiki Room, Buzz Lightyear, Star Tours, Space Mountain, Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage
**Be sure to slow down and take notice of all the similarities AND differences between the 2 Disneys but try to begin with the mindset that it is impossible to compare the two and each should be appreciated for unique reasons.**
Disney California Adventure:
Soarin', Grizzly River Rapids, Redwood Creek Challenge Trail, Blue Sky Cellar, California Screamin' , Goofy's Sky School, The Little Mermaid, Mickey's Fun Wheel, Toy Story Mania , Monsters Inc., Tower of Terror
Nightime shows not to be missed: World of Color (DCA) and Fantasmic (DL)
My Dining Musts: Blue Bayou, Steakhouse 55, Napa Rose (reservations recommended 714-781-DINE)
-Amanda