There are a lot of “buzz words” thrown around when discussing Disneyland travel tips. While it’s great to hear about FastPass, MaxPass, PhotoPass, Park Hoppers or Magic Morning, what do these things actually mean? With some help from my friends at Get Away Today, I’ll explain the difference between FastPass, MaxPass and PhotoPass. I’ll also…
SeaWorld San Diego has roller coasters, kiddie rides, touch pools, animal exhibits and play areas. But you can’t visit SeaWorld San Diego without catching the three most popular shows. Each show boasts a different hook. One shows the grandeur of killer whales. Another the whimsical nature of sea lions. And the other shows the playfulness…
Have you heard about the amazing Halloween party at the Disneyland Resort? The Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party kicks off at Disney’s California Adventure on Sept. 3, 2021 and will be hosted by none other than Oogie Boogie himself. I got all the details from my friends at Get Away Today. Oogie…
My youngest son HATES playing with LEGO bricks. We were surprised when we asked him where he wanted to go for his “Eight-Year-Old Parent Trip” and he said LEGOLAND California. We asked him every day for a week if that’s really where he wants to go before we finally booked the trip to Southern California….
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is now open to the general public. It’s pretty exciting, but since this is a huge new expansion to Disneyland, I turned to the travel experts at Get Away Today to get all the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge need-to-know info so you can get the most out of your visit. While…
If you ever plan to motor west along Route 66, I found a hidden gem for you to check out. Elmer’s Bottle Tree Ranch is just west of Barstow, California, and there is no entrance fee. You don’t have to spend more than 30 minutes – so it won’t delay you in reaching your final…
The original Disneyland theme park has nearly 30 rides. They range from Splash Mountain to Dumbo the Flying Elephant. I’ve been to Disneyland numerous times, either as a couple spending some adult time away, or as parents working to enjoy The Happiest Place on Earth with the kids. After some long discussions with the family,…
Disneyland is The Happiest Place on Earth. My all-time favorite time of year to visit Disneyland is during the holiday season. There’s something about the magic of Disneyland, combined with the magic of Christmas that makes it an amazing family experience. During the holidays, you’ll find magical parades, festive rides and decor that’ll put you…
After being held for 11 months as a Prisoner of War by the Germans in World War II, Leo Carlton (my grandpa) rode a Liberty ship home. I stumbled upon the SS Jeremiah O’Brien, the only active Liberty Ship still in its original configuration, while in San Francisco. I had to take a tour of…
It doesn’t matter how many cool things the Disney Imagineers place in the queues for people to explore while waiting for a ride, kids (and sometimes adults) get bored. Having been to Disneyland and Disney World a few times, we’ve had to wait in our share of long lines, even with Genie+. Here are five…
