Reviews of Disneyland’s most popular character meals

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Who could visit Disneyland and not meet some of their favorite characters? One of the easiest, and perhaps most efficient, way to do so is by attending meals where the characters circulate among tables rather than standing in lines in the theme parks. On our recent trip to Disneyland, we booked three character-dining meals: Storytellers Cafe, Ariel's Grotto and Goofy's Kitchen.
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Hidden Mickeys in Paradise Pier, Disney California Adventure

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Stroll along the magnificent promenade around the lagoon in Paradise Pier and stay alert for Hidden Mickeys! First, hop on Toy Story Midway Mania and watch for the screen with target balloons in front of the volcano spewing lava. If you pop the middle 100-point balloon on the second tier, a light faint classic Mickey … Continue reading "Hidden Mickeys in Paradise Pier, Disney California Adventure"
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Bullseye Stallion Stampede

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After Disney’s California Adventure made over Paradise Pier, boardwalk games became more exciting with Disney themes. By feverishly rolling balls in a skeeball-style game, players earn points depending on which hole the ball falls through. The more points, the further your horsey goes and whoever reaches the finish line first wins. Want to learn more … Continue reading "Bullseye Stallion Stampede"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Paradise Pier

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Paradise Pier in Disney’s California Adventure was a most pleasant surprise. I knew California Screamin’ was going to be a blast but the overall feel of the place did remind me of the East Coast boardwalks with fun games, popular rides with a Disney twist and good food. Like those boardwalks, when night falls a … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Paradise Pier"
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Paradise Pier Mouse Ear Hat

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Disney’s California Adventure is the only park I saw being built and experienced right when it opened. That was pretty cool. It has changed a great deal over the years and some bad ideas like Superstar Limo closed while good attractions like Soarin’ is cloned over at Epcot, albeit without the totally radical airplane hangar … Continue reading "Paradise Pier Mouse Ear Hat"
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Disney Pic of the Week: Paradise Pier

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The Paradise Pier area of Disney’s California Adventure reminded me of the New Jersey Shore boardwalks. Which is exactly what Disney wants you to think of Paradise Pier. The attractions, however, are most definitely Disney. Disney even added a little gem and gave the water fountains for World of Color something to do during the … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week: Paradise Pier"
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Disney California Adventure Part Six of Six

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Yesterday I discussed Disney California Adventure’s (DCA) newest addition, Cars Land. Today I’ll be closing this series of articles with a description of Paradise Pier. Paradise Pier is based on Victorian boardwalks that were once found along the coast of California. It features “Coney Island” style rides and a midway. But before I go into … Continue reading "Disney California Adventure Part Six of Six"
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Visit Disneyland – Part Two

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Welcome to Part Two of my “Visit Disneyland” blog. Yesterday I briefly discussed Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. Today I’m going to cover the three Disney hotels located in Anaheim. When people are planning a trip to WDW they often ask me where to stay. My answer is always the same. Stay at a Disney … Continue reading "Visit Disneyland – Part Two"
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