Hi, Robert,
I'm so excited about your upcoming visit to the Disneyland Resort. Those specially-priced theme park
tickets for members of the U.S. Military are a great deal! You'll also love the benefits of staying at one of the Disneyland Resort hotels. My favorite is
Extra Magic Hour, which allows Disneyland Resort hotel guests to experience select attractions at one of the parks one hour before park opening during each day of their resort stay! To redeem this benefit, simply show your hotel room key at the park entrance along with your valid theme park admission. Don't forget your Military ID as well, since that will be required to make use of the U.S. Military Discount Tickets.
Here are a few secret tips I hope you enjoy. At hotel check-in, use your Military ID, even if you aren't redeeming a
U.S. Military discount for hotel stays. Although subject to availability, you never know if some extra pixie dust may come your way! Due to limited capacity at security checkpoints exiting Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, the exclusive park entrance for that hotel, as well as its direct access to Downtown Disney District, are not available to other visitors on the way to the parks. But, to save a few steps, you may find it convenient to return to Paradise Pier Hotel
from the parks through them. Finally, note that your hotel benefits are valid
every day of your stay, including check-in day and check-out day. That's right, you may enjoy Extra Magic Hour, access to the pool, and more even before you have access to your room (just check in early!) and after you leave the room your last day!
Have a magical time, Robert!
~Tony