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#DisneyVacayCA: Disneyland, Here We Come!

August 11, 2014 By Lena

The kids are running around, my bedroom is a disheveled mix of suitcases, clothing and lightsabers, and I’ve got a to-do list taped to no less than four doors in my house… but it’s all awesome because we are headed to DISNEYLAND!

disneyland-guide_596x334I’m on a t-minus 5 day countdown until we leave for the #DisneyVacayCA media trip to Disneyland, California. We’ll enjoy a stay at the stunning Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, which boasts a breathtaking 6-story lobby constructed of stone and wood plus stately American Craftsman-style décor in all rooms. Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is a premium hotel that celebrates the grandeur of the great outdoors.

grand-californian-overview-g14Of course, we’ll spend tons of time in Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park (three days of fun!), so you can bet this Disneyland newbie will be all over the attractions. And speaking of attractions, you do know I have two Disney Cars fanatics, right? I predict we’ll be spending a LOT of time in Cars Land! 

disney-california-adventure-gallery22Now a visit to any Disney Park would not be complete without getting up and close with Disney characters. And on this particular trip, we are so excited to be hanging with Elsa and Anna from Disney’s Frozen! I cannot wait to see the expressions on Ryder and Reid’s faces as they meet their crushes. (And perhaps spontaneously belt out Let it Go.) Because really, if they’re crushing on a Princess, I can totally endorse that. Aim high, boys!

meet-anna-and-elsa-from-frozen-00We’ll also spend a full day touring the beaches of SoCal! Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach (squee!) Balboa Pier and Waterfront Beach are all on the itinerary. The day will end with us toasting s’mores – vacay heaven!

beaches socalI’m so excited – I feel like running around with a lightsaber too! We’ll be off on Friday and I’ll return Wednesday, but I’ll be sure to take advantage of the free Wifi at both the hotel and the parks, and keep y’all posted. Until then, I’ve got just a few more sleeps, and a thousand things to do, so I’d better get on that!

Thinking of experiencing Southern California? Book your #DisneyVacayCA today!

Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: #DisneyVacayCA, Disney Parks, Disneyland, family travel, Southern California beaches

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  1. Soozle

    August 11, 2014 at 6:56 am

    Ooooh :) I am jealous! I have been to the Florida Disney before, but not the California one – it looks pretty amazing though!

    Have a blast (I think its not possible to NOT though) and safe travels :)

    • Lena

      August 11, 2014 at 7:07 am

      Thank you Soozle! It’s my first time visiting Disneyland in California too, so I am pretty excited!!

  2. Victoria Ess

    August 11, 2014 at 8:35 am

    Have a great time!! Safe travels!

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 4:44 pm

      Thanks Victoria!

  3. Chandra Christine O'Connor

    August 11, 2014 at 9:37 am

    oh sounds like so much fun! I just watched Frozen on TV last night.

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 4:45 pm

      LOVE that movie! One of our faves!

  4. Lynda Cook

    August 11, 2014 at 10:32 am

    OH Wow!!!! you and your family are going to have so much fun! I’m thinking you might be a little more excited than anyone else after reading your post..lol…can’t wait to hear about Ryder and Reid meeting the princesses, Have a great time and can’t wait to hear all about it!!

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 4:45 pm

      Thank you so much Lynda, it was such an amazing trip!

  5. BobbiJo Pentney

    August 11, 2014 at 10:35 am

    Awesome! I never thought to visit in the summer time.

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 4:45 pm

      It’s perfect in the summer! Especially since you can tour SoCal!

  6. Michael

    August 11, 2014 at 11:57 am

    Can’t wait!!

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 4:46 pm

      It was pretty amazing!

  7. marissa

    August 11, 2014 at 1:09 pm

    Awesome! Have a great time and safe travels!

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 4:46 pm

      Thanks Marissa, it was wonderful!

  8. Flora M

    August 11, 2014 at 1:18 pm

    Down jelly-monster, down !!
    Sounds fabulous ! I have never been to the one in California, but I have been to Disneyworld in Orlando, and that trip was well over 20 years ago ! Might be time to start thinking about taking the grandkids when they are all old enough to enjoy it and remember it (the youngest one just turned 1).
    Have fun Lena !

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 4:46 pm

      Thanks Flora – your entire family will love Disneyland!

  9. Anne Taylor

    August 11, 2014 at 1:51 pm

    You’ll have a fantastic time! Have fun in sunny California!

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 4:46 pm

      One of my fave places to visit!

  10. Judy Cowan

    August 11, 2014 at 2:04 pm

    Enjoy and I have to admit I am jealous!!!! I am so overdue for a Disney holiday!!!

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 4:47 pm

      Now is the perfect time for a Disney getaway!

  11. Florence C

    August 11, 2014 at 4:17 pm

    Never been to California, but have been to Disneyworld in Florida a couple of times when my children were younger. Have a great trip. The Hotel looks awesome.

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 4:47 pm

      Thanks Flora – the hotel was one of the highlights!

  12. Yash

    August 11, 2014 at 4:55 pm

    Sounds amazing! We had a great time at DisneyLand and I found it more manageable than the massive DisneyWorld – especially with young kids. Have a wonderful trip. Can’t wait to read all about it!

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:16 pm

      That’s exactly why we loved it, Yash!

  13. sarah sar

    August 11, 2014 at 8:39 pm

    Wow I’m jealous! I always wanted to go there as a kid and I still want to go there now!

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:17 pm

      You must find a way to get there!

  14. JaimeeM

    August 11, 2014 at 9:49 pm

    Awesome! So jelly!

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:17 pm

      We had such a great time Jaime! Can’t wait to go back!

  15. MrDisco

    August 11, 2014 at 10:32 pm

    one day I will get my Mouse Ears

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:17 pm

      Hope it’s sooner than later!

  16. Yuen C

    August 11, 2014 at 11:15 pm

    I wish I get to go to Disney!

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:17 pm

      One day, hopefully!

  17. Treen Goodwin

    August 12, 2014 at 8:40 am

    i would so love to go to Disney sometime soon , i bet its a beautiful place ,, it looks amazing :)

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:18 pm

      It is beyond magical Treen :)

  18. Rick F

    August 13, 2014 at 4:12 pm

    I’m jealous. I so don’t want to hear about this one. lol

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:18 pm

      Ha! If you read my blog, you’ll have no choice!

  19. Melinda L.

    August 15, 2014 at 11:20 am

    So jealous! Have never been to Disneyland, love, love Disney World though.

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:18 pm

      You will love Disneyland too!

  20. Rick F

    August 15, 2014 at 5:32 pm

    I know you’re having a blast!!

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:19 pm

      We were! We did!!

  21. Athena

    August 16, 2014 at 8:57 am

    Enjoy and safe travels!

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:19 pm

      Thanks Athena, it was amazing!

  22. Nicky

    August 16, 2014 at 11:24 am

    Have a wonderful trip! Can’t wait to hear about it!

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:19 pm

      Can’t wait to tell you all about it!

  23. Chandra Christine O'Connor

    August 16, 2014 at 5:48 pm

    either you are on your way or you are now in Florida perfect time to go with this ucky wet damp weather we are having.

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:19 pm

      We were already in Cali when you posted this :)

  24. Heidi C.

    August 16, 2014 at 11:54 pm

    Oh, lucky you! I hope you have a fab time!

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:21 pm

      We did! It was so amazing!

  25. Chandra Christine O'Connor

    August 17, 2014 at 9:58 am

    the picture of the huge resort is that where you are staying. its jaw dropping stunning.

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:21 pm

      I will definitely stay there again :)

  26. Teresa Claire

    August 17, 2014 at 4:28 pm

    I have been to the Disneyland in California twice. When I was little, my Mum took me and my two sisters…to visit family also but we all had so much fun.

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:21 pm

      It’s one of the best places on earth for family vacations!

  27. Meredith Agius

    August 17, 2014 at 11:43 pm

    Been to Disney World, but not Disneyland. World was too much for me, so perhaps this would be better.

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:22 pm

      It’s definitely as wonderful as Disney World, on a smaller scale! You’d love it!

  28. MrDisco

    August 18, 2014 at 9:16 pm

    wow that beach is something

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:22 pm

      Jaw-dropping :)

  29. DARLENE W

    August 27, 2014 at 7:15 pm

    Things have changed since we were last there, about 29 years ago

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:22 pm

      Yes they have! You must re-visit!

  30. Maria McLachlan

    September 3, 2014 at 9:40 pm

    I’ve never been to any Disney but hope to take my guys one day!

    • Lena

      September 7, 2014 at 5:23 pm

      They would LOVE it!

  31. Linda Klages

    October 3, 2014 at 5:14 pm

    Your family must love your job

    • Lena

      December 14, 2014 at 8:01 am

      They really do :)

  32. kathy downey

    January 28, 2017 at 12:57 pm

    I have never had a Disney holiday,it might be time to change that

  33. Debbie White Beattie

    February 25, 2017 at 5:50 am

    I’ve been to Disney World but not Disney Land. I can see a big difference in the two parks.

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