Hello, Jessica!
I'm so happy you're visiting the Disneyland Resort this time! You'll love to spot the differences between the Walt Disney World Resort and the Disneyland Resort. It's so much fun!
Disney has announced that MagicBand+ will come to California this year, but this hasn't happened yet. Your best friend, for now, will be the
Disneyland Mobile App. You will link your tickets to your account and scan them as you go through the turnstiles. You will then use the app to purchase
Genie+, or your Individual Lightning Lane passes, and you will scan your passes on your phone as you enter each attraction. It's very convenient and fun once you get the hang of it!
The app will also help you order food for pickup, which I do whenever I'm at the Disneyland Resort (especially for breakfast). I usually order when I leave my hotel, allowing for a 40-minute window between payment and my pickup time. That's generally enough to go through security and the gates on most days.
My absolute favorite spot for breakfast at Disneyland Park is
Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe. I order some coffee, an Egg Bacon Croissant to share with my husband, and a Chocolate Mousse Brownie (I promise you it's the cutest breakfast item).
At Disney California Adventure Park, I recommend
Pym Test Kitchen. Their Ever-expanding Cinna-Pym Toast is great!
I hope you have a fantastic time in April, Jessica! Let us know if you have more questions, okay? We're here for you!
May the magic be with you,
Julie