Our family’s unexpected Pixie Dust moment in Disneyland’s most hidden dining room. Some Disney memories stand out for years — and sometimes, the magic finds you when you least expect it. During our Disneyland family vacation last June, while staying at Disney’s Grand Californian on our DVC points, we were treated to a truly rare […]
Disneyland Military Tickets 2026: Prices, Rules, and How to Buy
If you’re a U.S. military member or spouse planning a Disneyland vacation in 2025, great news: Disney offers not one but two military ticket programs. First is the powerhouse savings of the Disney Military Promotional Ticket (Disneyland’s version of Armed Forces Salute). Second is the Regular Military Discount Ticket that’s sold year-round at base ticket […]
Is There a Shades of Green in California at Disneyland?
If you’ve stayed at Shades of Green in Florida, you know what a valuable perk it is for military families visiting Walt Disney World. So it’s natural to ask: Is there a Shades of Green resort near Disneyland in California? Short answer: No. There is no Shades of Green or Armed Forces Recreation Center (AFRC) […]
Your 2026 Introduction to Disneyland Resort Security – Plus Some Tips
Disney’s theme parks had Bag Checks as far back as I can remember. But since late 2015 metal detectors have been added to the security lineup. On 17 December 2015, literally overnight, America’s theme parks all began using some form of metal detectors. This includes Disneyland in California, Walt Disney World in Florida, Universal’s theme […]
Disneyland Theme Park Reservation System
At Disneyland, currently you must purchase your tickets and then make Theme Park Reservations in order to enter a Park! Disneyland’s park attendance is currently managed through a new theme park reservation system (just like Walt Disney World) that requires all Guests to obtain a reservation for park entry in advance. To enter a theme […]
Disneyland Opening Nationwide and the Disney Armed Forces Salute
With the announcement that the Disneyland Resort will re-open to out of State visitors on 15 June, the question of whether or not there will be a Disney Armed Forces Salute for the remainder of the year is a hot topic! The military community is understandably anxious to hear if they will have the same […]
Disneyland Resort Reopening Details
As we told you recently, Disneyland has set a re-opening date for California residents. Disneyland Finally Scheduled to Reopen Today we’re back with more details. UPDATE: Disneyland is scheduled to re-open to out of state guests on 15 June 2021. Will there be a Disney Armed Forces Salute? Theme Parks After being closed for more than one […]
Disneyland Finally Scheduled to Reopen
Disney has announced that the Disneyland Resort’s Theme Parks and limited Hotels will reopen. No mention of Military Discounts. Updated: 4 April 2021 Updated: 26 March 2021 UPDATE: Disneyland is scheduled to re-open to out of state guests on 15 June 2021. Will there be a Disney Armed Forces Salute? Theme Parks After being closed for more […]
Disneyland Resort Re-Opening Dates Announced Then Postponed
Disneyland has proposed re-opening dates for government approval. The Proposed Dates Are: 9 July – Downtown Disney District 17 July – Disneyland Park and California Adventure Park 23 July – Paradise Pier Hotel and Grand Californian Hotel and Spa 23 July – Disney Vacation Club Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Update 25 […]
Your Guide To Disneyland Parking 2020
Disneyland Resort provides three official parking options for guests: the Toy Story Parking Area, the Mickey & Friends Parking Structure and the new Pixar Pals Parking Structure. (Updated June 2019) Though these three parking areas are the official lots designated for guest use, Disneyland may open Cast Member lots such as the Pumbaa Parking Area (across […]
Disneyland’s Good Neighbor Hotels: A Comprehensive List
Disneyland’s Good Neighbor Hotels: A Comprehensive List Out of all vacation-related expenses, hotels are easily the bane of my vacation-planning existence; they are a home away from home, which means there are many things to consider before making a reservation. Hotels, Hotels, Hotels Trying to find the best hotel for you and your family can […]
The Complete Guide To Mickey’s Halloween Party At Disneyland
For a few special nights throughout September and October each year, frightening villains, spooky costumes, fantastic tricks, and delicious treats will take over the Disneyland Resort. Mickey’s Halloween Party raises the bar for Halloween celebrations with an exclusive fireworks spectacular, a Frightfully Fun parade, and an overabundance of the sugary good stuff. Celebrate Halloween Time […]
Disneyland’s Master List Of Tips & Tricks – Guaranteed To Add Extra Magic To Your Vacation – Part 2
In Part 2 of our Disneyland Tips and Tricks Post we’ll discuss Planning, What to Bring, and Having Fun! Be sure to check out Part 1 Planning Unfortunately for the spontaneous-minded, Disney vacations aren’t something you can just wing; you’ll end up feeling overwhelmed and possibly wasting your time and money. Devise some sort of […]
10 Reasons Why Disneyland Is Not Just For Kids
In fact, much to Peter Pan’s dismay, Disneyland was made for the grownups. That’s right, you heard me! The Happiest Place On Earth was originally made with adults in mind! Walt Disney wanted to encourage everyone to bring out their inner child and learn to play again, no matter their age. As a young father, […]
Disneyland’s Flag Retreat Ceremony
Disneyland’s Flag Retreat Ceremony: A Tribute to American Heroes Once upon a time, the great Walt Disney stood just feet from Old Glory in the center of Disneyland’s Town Square and proclaimed, “Disneyland is dedicated to the ideals, the dreams, and the hard facts that have created America.” Main Street, U.S.A. is a tribute to […]
Disneyland’s New Year
Happy New Year, Readers! Just like the Disney California Adventure Park (DCA), Disneyland itself is scheduled for a few refurbishments this year; however, unlike the large Pixar Pier update in DCA (learn more about this update by reading our DCA Changes 2018 post), Disneyland’s renovations will be predominately small-scale. See updated photos at the bottom […]
Coming Soon To A Disney California Adventure Park Near You…
…Pixar Pier! That’s right folks, the Disney California Adventure Park (DCA) located in Anaheim, California will be going through an extensive renovation this year. This transformation will take place in the Paradise Pier section of the park and bring in four Pixar-themed “neighborhoods” which will feature new attractions, rides, shops, and games! Featuring new experiences from […]
Disneyland Military Family Trip Report
Today we feature a MDT reader trip report. This report comes from Josh who is sharing about his recent family vacation to Disneyland in California. Josh works in Air Force Public Affairs and has shared a very popular Disney Cruise Line trip report with us previously. Thanks so much for taking the time to share this Josh! […]
Disneyland Update – Diamond Celebration
Today we have another post from our West Coast Correspondent, Janina Greetings from California! School has been keeping me busy, but I have some updated news about Disneyland! If you haven’t thought about planning a trip to the magical place the Happiest Place on Earth or it’s been awhile, 2015 might be the year to do […]
Smile! Pictures taken for Disneyland Park Hopper Tickets
Today we have another great post from Military Disney Tips’ West Coast Correspondent, Janina. Greetings from sunny California! I know that it’s been awhile since you’ve heard from me, but things have definitely been crazy out this way! I’ve been trying to come up with more topics that YOU would want to know about when […]
Military Discounted Transportation to Disneyland
Getting to Disneyland, the Happiest Place on Earth! Hey everybody! Greetings from the Golden State! It’s been awhile since my first post about staying in the Anaheim area. I promised I would get information about getting to the Disneyland Resort from the airport and also the best way to get around the Anaheim area, so […]
Disneyland Resort Good Neighbor Hotel Military Discounts
Disneyland, Walt’s original dream. The Happiest Place on Earth! I’ve been there twice, on day trips while TDY. But it has been quite a while, Pre Disney Armed Forces Salute. The Military Disney Tips HQ is an East Coast Duty Station, so I’ve been logistically challenged in getting to Anaheim, CA for a recon mission. I’ve […]