Hey there Samantha and welcome to planDisney. While the theme park attractions are fun and nostalgic, one of the main reasons people continue to return to
Disneyland Resort is the magnificently magical Cast Members. They continue to add the personal element Walt Disney wanted for his Guests.
Gifts to Cast Members, unfortunately, are not allowed as a safety precaution and while a homemade bracelet is a special gift they would love, this decision globally affects all types of gifts including food. However, there is a major way you can give a gift to a Cast Member that helps them with their job performance. It is the pixie dust that helps them fly. You can "thank" a Cast Member by submitting a Cast Compliment on the
Disneyland Mobile App. When you open the app, click on the Feature Menu (☰) on the lower right another screen will open. As you scroll down you will pass all the icons to a section where you will find"Cast Compliment." Tap on it and follow the prompts. You will need the Cast Member's name and where they are from (found on their name tag). These compliments are some of the best gifts from Guests they could receive.
planDisney Pro Tip: For other
ideas on gifting or tipping Cast Members, my co-panelist Amy A has awesome suggestions.
Samantha, I hope this information helps you as you try and brighten the day of the real magic makers at Disneyland Resort. Please feel free to
write me back directly with any follow-up questions.
Enjoy making many Magical Memories.
~Jason