We got to California around 8:30 in the morning, got our rental car, and headed toward Anaheim. Obviously, we had quite a bit of time to kill so we decided to drive to the beach. The weather was beautiful. It was in the mid 60s but calm.
We were able to check into our hotel early so that was a plus. Our hotel was not in the resort. There are a lot of hotels in Anaheim and only a few in the resort which are super pricey. Almost, all of the hotels run shuttles every 30 min. to and from Disney so it's not a big deal to stay outside the resort. After, resting for a little while we headed to Downtown Disney.
It was pretty packed, and between getting up in the middle of the night and the time change, we were exhausted so we headed back to the hotel early. I think we were all asleep by 8:30.
Disneyland!
First a quick explanation on why we chose Disneyland and not Disneyworld: There were a couple reasons. The first was that we only had about four days and we knew that Disneyland is much more manageable than Disneyworld if you only have a short amount of time. I've been to Disneyworld, and I know how huge the resort is. Disneyland can easily be covered in 2-4 days depending on what you want to do. The second reason, and the most important for me, was the nostalgia factor. I'm a sucker for that kind of stuff, and this is the original Disneyland. It was Walt Disney's original dream, and I wanted to be there. If I had to choose between the two, I'd probably go back to Disneyland, but that's just me. They say that people usually have their favorite, and they don't often waiver. Disneyland is definitely mine.We got up bright and early because we wanted to be there when they opened the gates. We chose one of the busiest times of year to go, but I in no way regret that. First, if you've never been to either Disney resort, I encourage you to go even it's just to one park for one day. Disney isn't just about the rides. It's about the whole experience. And they do theme parks like no one else can. They are efficient, fast, clean, and magical. Yes, I'm being all cheesy, but I am not a theme park person. I don't like Six Flags or Schlitterbahn (there I said it!), and I like, but don't love Sea World . . . but Disney . . . I love Disney. Second, it's just fun to go at Christmas time. The decorations and the trees were amazing.
I could put these in some sort of order, but I'm too lazy. Just know they're all taken at the original Disneyland park at some point during the same day.
No one does rides like Disney does rides. I loved every one I road, but "It's a Small World" was my favorite. I'm nothing if not cliche.
Sleeping Beauty's castle. I can't tell y'all how much I loved this. I was just like a little kid.
This made Andrew's day. He took all his superhero shirts with him, but he just happened to be wearing his Captain America one. If you'll remember, because I know our lives are just that important to you, he was Capt. America for Halloween.
We spent 14 hours in the park . . . 14 hours! Please don't anyone expect me to do this at Fiesta Texas or Sea World or Schlitterbahn . . . it isn't happening. We stayed for the big end of the night show and fireworks. I'm so glad we did. It was spectacular.
My favorite ride: It's a Small World
My favorite area: It's a toss up between Fantasyland and New Orleans Square
My favorite food: The Corndogs at the Little Red Wagon . . . yes, they are that good!
Next up . . . California Adventure and a scenic tour. I know you cannot wait!
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