Hey there, hi there, ho there, Luna! You’re as welcome as can be. Thanks for visiting us at planDisney! I am honored to answer your question and help you plan for your visit to the Happiest Place on Earth.
One of my favorite aspects of Disney vacations is the effort and care that goes into making it a special and inclusive experience for every Guest. I am pleased to tell you more about the
Disability Access Service (DAS) program, including a feature called
DAS Advance. DAS is designed for Guests like your daughter who have difficulty waiting in line for extended periods of time. Though it doesn’t provide immediate access to attractions, you are able to schedule return times which will reduce your time spent in queues significantly. Through DAS Advance, you can request a video chat 2-30 days in advance of your arrival. Your daughter needs to be present for the chat. If you are deemed eligible for DAS, you can even pre-select two attractions per day of your visit. I suggest setting a reminder for yourself so you can request a video chat once you’re within 30 days of your visit. I love that you can reserve your DAS return times now through the
Disneyland mobile app! This makes it very convenient to manage your day. (Tip – bring a mobile charger with you, as you’ll be using the app quite a bit throughout the day!)
Another tip - you can use
Disney Genie+ paired with DAS, which will increase the number of attractions you can experience in a day. Genie+ gives you the ability to use Lightning Lanes for major attractions, which are faster queues, reducing your wait times. Read more about my
Magic Carpet Top 5 tips to help you plan!
Luna, try to make at least one
dining reservation per day of your visit. You can make reservations 60 days in advance, and they do fill up, especially during summer months. It's helpful to have a reservation secured for at least one sit down meal to rest your feet and regroup!
Goofy’s Kitchen is one of my favorite character dining experiences. There is a huge, delicious buffet spread and Chef Goofy and pals will dance around the restaurant typically every 15-20 minutes. If you book exactly 60 days in advance, you should be able to find a reservation. Another fav for my 'ohana is
Naples Ristorante e Bar in the Downtown Disney District. You can dine al fresco and enjoy delectable pizzas and pastas!
Staying at a Disneyland Resort hotel is amazing! I shared tips with another Guest recently
here. Also, have a look at the
Good Neighbor Hotels, some across the street and within walking distance!
If you’re celebrating a birthday, 1st visit or any special occasion, pick up complimentary buttons at any Disney gift shop! You might get some pixie-dusted wishes from Cast Members throughout the day.
Luna, you shine bright as a caring mom. I wish you the most magical vacation ever. Please come by and see me with more questions – I'm all EARS!
Kamini