Disneyland .. thoughts, tips and memories

wellard · 02-22-2004, 09:02 AM

The wife and I are planning a trip to California and Disneyland later this year (October?) and wanted to get some real life info and tips for visiting. Some people think that the whole trip is an ordeal and something not as good as it should be. Others say it is brilliant. So please post tips, warnings, advice and memories that you have. My kids are 5 and 6 years old and don’t actually watch or know many Disney characters, is this a drawback? Is Orlando better than California? best places to stay with a young family?

[ 02-22-2004, 09:03 AM: Message edited by: wellard ]

Harkoliar · 02-22-2004, 09:26 AM

magic mountain.. more thrill!!

all the roller coaster would be great.. but since they are kids, i have only been to LA Disney I think..

How bout Las Vegas?

johnny · 02-22-2004, 09:29 AM

Stay away from Minnie, or Mickey will kick your ass.

Bungleau · 02-22-2004, 09:48 AM

At that age, it's magical. Bring cameras, and bring some (disposables?) for the kids -- let them take pictures of what they want.

My daughter was really big into the Little Mermaid when we went, so it was thrilling for her to "meet" Ariel.

Rides were fun, but lines were noticable in some areas.

Wear comfortable shoes. Bring sunscreen. Might not need it as much in October, but bring it.

I've only been to DisneyLand, but I believe that DisneyWorld in Orlando has a better reputation for newer and neater stuff. Perhaps someone who has been to both can offer their opinion.

Oh, almost forgot. Bring your wallet, too. Stuff is expensive. Worth it, but expensive.

Just remember (as I did, while having financial heart attacks): for the kids, it's magic.

Harkoliar · 02-22-2004, 09:54 AM

nothing beats memories wellard. i do hope you would enjoy!

Jaradu · 02-22-2004, 10:05 AM

one word: fastpass

wellard · 02-22-2004, 10:24 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Jaradu:
one word: fastpass

Two words ... Whats that?

Arvon · 02-22-2004, 10:30 AM

Been to both. Disney world is bigger and more to do (and spend on). Both are very good, but plan on more than one day to see and do it all. Maybe 2-3 day at Disneyland, maybe 4-5 at Disneyworld/Epcot.

Jorath Calar · 02-22-2004, 11:26 AM

Don't stand up on the rides!!!

Jaradu · 02-22-2004, 11:32 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by wellard:

quote:
Originally posted by Jaradu:
one word: fastpass

Two words ... Whats that? [/QUOTE]A ticket that you get to book goes on rides (free) so little or no waiting in line

02-22-2004, 09:02 AM	#1
wellard Dracolisk Join Date: November 1, 2002 Location: Australia ..... G\'day! Posts: 6,123	The wife and I are planning a trip to California and Disneyland later this year (October?) and wanted to get some real life info and tips for visiting. Some people think that the whole trip is an ordeal and something not as good as it should be. Others say it is brilliant. So please post tips, warnings, advice and memories that you have. My kids are 5 and 6 years old and don’t actually watch or know many Disney characters, is this a drawback? Is Orlando better than California? best places to stay with a young family? [ 02-22-2004, 09:03 AM: Message edited by: wellard ] __________________ fossils - natures way of laughing at creationists for over 3 billion years

02-22-2004, 09:26 AM	#2
Harkoliar Jack Burton Join Date: March 21, 2001 Location: Philippines, but now Harbor City Sydney Age: 41 Posts: 5,556	magic mountain.. more thrill!! all the roller coaster would be great.. but since they are kids, i have only been to LA Disney I think.. How bout Las Vegas? __________________ Catch me if you can..

02-22-2004, 09:29 AM	#3
johnny 40th Level Warrior Join Date: April 15, 2002 Location: Utrecht The Netherlands Age: 58 Posts: 16,981	Stay away from Minnie, or Mickey will kick your ass. __________________

02-22-2004, 09:48 AM	#4
Bungleau 40th Level Warrior Join Date: October 29, 2001 Location: Western Wilds of Michigan Posts: 11,752	At that age, it's magical. Bring cameras, and bring some (disposables?) for the kids -- let them take pictures of what they want. My daughter was really big into the Little Mermaid when we went, so it was thrilling for her to "meet" Ariel. Rides were fun, but lines were noticable in some areas. Wear comfortable shoes. Bring sunscreen. Might not need it as much in October, but bring it. I've only been to DisneyLand, but I believe that DisneyWorld in Orlando has a better reputation for newer and neater stuff. Perhaps someone who has been to both can offer their opinion. Oh, almost forgot. Bring your wallet, too. Stuff is expensive. Worth it, but expensive. Just remember (as I did, while having financial heart attacks): for the kids, it's magic. __________________ B Save Early, Save Often Save Before, Save After Two-Star General, Spelling Soldiers -+-+-+ Give 'em a hug one more time. It might be the last.

02-22-2004, 09:54 AM	#5
Harkoliar Jack Burton Join Date: March 21, 2001 Location: Philippines, but now Harbor City Sydney Age: 41 Posts: 5,556	nothing beats memories wellard. i do hope you would enjoy! __________________ Catch me if you can..

02-22-2004, 10:05 AM	#6
Jaradu Silver Dragon Join Date: July 29, 2003 Location: Shrewsbury, England Age: 33 Posts: 1,635	one word: fastpass

02-22-2004, 10:30 AM	#8
Arvon Unicorn Join Date: October 4, 2001 Location: Kingdom of the West,..P.o. Cynagus Posts: 4,212	Been to both. Disney world is bigger and more to do (and spend on). Both are very good, but plan on more than one day to see and do it all. Maybe 2-3 day at Disneyland, maybe 4-5 at Disneyworld/Epcot. __________________ 53.7% of all statistics are made up

02-22-2004, 11:26 AM	#9
Jorath Calar Harper Join Date: October 6, 2001 Location: Iceland Posts: 4,706	Don't stand up on the rides!!!

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