Hey there, Hi there, Ho there, Annie!
You're as welcome as can be here at the Disney Parks Moms Panel so thanks for your great question. I'd love to help you start planning your trip to the Happiest Place on Earth.
Like you, I'm also always looking for ways to maximize my budget while planning vacations. I recommend regularly checking out the
Special Offers page on the Disneyland Resort site for deals on tickets and hotel stays that may come up throughout the year.
Single day tickets to the Disneyland Resort theme parks differ by season and day of the week, so when you look at the calendar to purchase your tickets, you will notice that they are listed as three different price levels. The least expensive days are "Value" pricing which will be the most economical way to visit for a single day.
There are so many wonderful benefits to staying on property at one of the three
Disneyland Resort Hotels. The most popular of these benefits is the Extra Magic Hour offered each morning of your stay. This allows you one extra hour of magic in one of the parks every morning you have a valid park ticket when you are staying on property. We personally love staying on property, because we appreciate the customer service from friendly Cast Members, Disney theming and decor, and all of the amazing dining options offered.
I hope this helps, and please return if you have any other questions. Have a Fantasmic day!
-Jennifer