Mom And Daughter with Glass Slipper; Prince Charming; front of castle; tiara
  • On Jul 18, 2014
    Emma from AK Asked Note: This answer was provided prior to the change to planDisney and may still contain references to Disney Parks Moms Panel.

    Experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    I've been to DL several times. I live in texas now. Should I go back to DL? Or try WDW for the first time?

    Hi, Emma!

    As a Disneyland Resort regular who has also visited the Walt Disney World Resort, I'd say the biggest difference you’ll notice between the two resorts is SIZE! Walt Disney World is massive and spread out over much more land than is available in urban Southern California, so you may need more time to explore it for the first time. 

    One of the many wonderful things about the Disneyland Resort is how close the parks, hotels, and Downtown Disney District are to one another so you can conveniently hop back and forth between them. However, having the advantage of space in Orlando creates a feeling of being totally surrounded by magic as far as the eye can see, and all that land means two more theme parks plus two water parks to enjoy. 

    Here are some of my top experiences at Walt Disney World that aren’t available on the West Coast:

    -Exploring New Fantasyland and dining at Be Our Guest Restaurant, a unique location that makes you feel as if you’ve been transported to the Beast’s castle.

    -Visiting World Showcase at Epcot, where 11 countries from around the world are represented and Cast Members working in each country are native to that area. It’s an immersive experience and wonderful place to shop, eat and enjoy a relaxing stroll. 

    -Riding the exciting Kilimanjaro Safaris attraction in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park and getting up close and personal with real African animals in their natural habitats, including lions, elephants and giraffes.

    The Disneyland Resort has my heart as Walt’s original, but we truly enjoy exploring Walt Disney World and all it has to offer, too. Ideally, I think every Disney fan should visit both at some point if possible. I hope you enjoy a perfectly pixie-dusted vacation soon, no matter which resort you choose, Emma! Please ask me more questions as you continue to plan.

    Wishing you magic,
    Courtney
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Meet the Panelist: Courtney, California

I'm a lifelong Californian who's been making magical memories at the Happiest Place on Earth since I was a little girl! Now that I'm the mom of a spirited son and daughter, I love seeing the Disneyland Resort through their young eyes. Our family is perpetually planning our next Disney Parks adventure, and I'm excited to help make your dream vacation a pixie-dusted reality too! Learn More About Courtney

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