Hi, Mona!
Thank you so much for visiting planDisney again! It's such a pleasure to help you here!
I'm glad to say that you will find dedicated security queues for guests visiting the parks without bags. They're usually toward the center of the available lines, and you'll spot them very quickly!
My best tip to avoid long security lines is to arrive roughly 30 minutes after park opening. I know it sounds counterintuitive, but I promise that it works. After going through, just go to your preferred attractions (I usually go to
Peter Pan's Flight, which doesn't have a Lightning Lane queue) and purchase Genie+ on your way.
Here's where I get to the second part of your answer. All Guests have to go through the turnstiles to be eligible for
Genie+ and Individual Lightning Lane purchases.
Since you're coming to the Disneyland Resort soon, let me share a few culinary tips that are unique to this side of the magic. At
Avengers Campus, we always like to have an Impossible Victory Falafel at
Shawarma Palace. It's the perfect afternoon snack!
We also love the food at
Pym Test Kitchen. Our favorites are the Pym-ini Sandwich (a savory option with a side salad) and the PB3 Superb Sandwich (which is a little more adventurous with peanut butter, jelly, bananas, and bacon).
If you ever need a break from the theme parks between Lightning Lane reservations, I suggest
GCH Crafstman Bar at
Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. Their menu is fresh and full of healthy and indulgent options (you'll find a refreshing Avocado Toast covered in burrata and decadent baked nachos with extra delicious cheese)!
I hope you enjoy your time at the Disneyland Resort, Mona. And if you need any extra tips or answers, please come back. You know where to find us!
May the magic be with you,
Julie