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8.0 #7551 (DL Qual #5372)

May 14, 2013 12:35 PM - Disneyland Talk Land

Just booked summer DL vacation in July! I am so excited! Feel a little guilty - originally our mini wanted Sea World but it's so depressing there I convinced her it wasn't too soon to go back to DL (and we can see fish at the aquarium).

Good idea. There's always the Long Beach aquarium not to far. - sallyg 217.1 #1395 1:57PM

That's what I was thinking! - Dawnsharks 8.0 #7551 3:23PM

Birch aquarium in San Diego is nice too! - bluefairy 627.1 #174 11:59PM

Only two months away! - meridafan 1036.1 #83 3:52PM

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May 13, 2013 8:18 PM - Disneyland Talk Land

Does Ariel's Grotto not have character dinner? The website didn't say.

When we went in April it was only breakfast or lunch. - RadiatorSprings4Ever 136.3 #2500 9:00PM

No more character dinner anymore, just breakfast and lunch. - iamdugsmaster 756.8 #133 9:07PM

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May 10, 2013 10:45 AM - Disneyland Talk Land

Does anyone know of an event the week of June 17? Looking to book a stay, but the hotels are mostly sold out and the rest are way jacked up in price. No conventions listed - any ideas?

Summertime? Grad nights? - MissMolly 697.1 #141 10:50AM

Beat the drums and start chanting now, Tickets for the Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room 50th Anniversary Merchandise Event, taking place June 28–29, went on sale on 4/2/13 Here are a few other fun activities scheduled for the event: Memories of Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room with Disney Legends Rolly Crump and Bob Gurr Merchandise artist signings with Disney Design Group artists, Alex Maher and Mike Sullivan, as well as Disney-inspired artists Dave Avanzino, Jody Daily, Jeremy Fulton, Doug Horne, Katie Kelly, Kevin Kidney, Noah, Robert Olszewski, SHAG, Javier Soto and Yakovetic Product showcases - OutNumberedMom 776.2 #125 11:24AM

That was my initial guess too, but that's more than a week after June 17th. I think it's Father's Day. - DeadliestPassholder 6.2 #8830 11:48AM

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It's summer time and you should usually book your hotel three or more months in advance to get better rates. Hotels fill up fast especially in the summer. - rachelelizabeth 146.6 #2337 4:41PM

I booked as many hotels as possible, so there will be less crowds. Muhahahaha..... - DisneyFanZoe 1096.7 #75 4:47PM

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8.0 #7551 (DL Qual #5372)

March 29, 2013 2:27 PM - Disneyland Talk Land

My daughter always tries at least one new ride each time we go. Last time it was POTC and she loved it. Are the drops in Grizzly River Run the same height as drops in POTC or are they larger?

It is not dark and you are turning round and whoever gets turned to face the water usually gets soaked. more rapids, but extremely fun expecially on a warm day!! - secretagentangel 669.6 #154 2:30PM

They are not that bad. One really "big" one the rest are all small. We play the who is going to "get it" game. - MeridasHair 319.7 #523 2:34PM

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They are a little bigger and more drops - Cinderellaaa 18.7 #5192 3:21PM

Thanks for all the info! I have a feeling the spinning will scare the hubby more than her - Dawnsharks 8.0 #7551 4:03PM

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February 17, 2013 9:48 PM - Disneyland Talk Land

Crowded as heck today but we had a great birthday weekend for the lil one. Good bye DL until next time!

Glad you had a great time! Happy birthday to your little one! - meridafan 1036.1 #83 10:11PM

Happy birthday - joxua 35.6 #4148 6:08AM

Sounds like you had a great day :) - cdeley 392.8 #341 6:42AM

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February 16, 2013 10:05 PM - Disneyland Talk Land

Called it a day surprisingly not as crowded today as I thought it would be. Hope it's the same tomorrow!

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February 15, 2013 8:26 PM - Disneyland Talk Land

We made it after a two week flu delay DL tomorrow here we come!

Oh... flu is bad... Glad you're better! - MyPark 944.1 #91 8:27PM

Have a good time. Glad you feel better!! - Superspacemountainfan 11.3 #6378 8:28PM

Happy all is well for your trip ! Enjoy ! - jmza4 239.1 #31532 8:33PM

Right on! You're going to have a great time. Thanks for making the right choice and staying home when you were sick👍 - Linzee 517.2 #225 8:34PM

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8.0 #7551 (DL Qual #5372)

February 14, 2013 9:54 PM - Disneyland Talk Land

Driving down tomorrow for the flu delayed lil one bday trip. See you saturday DL!

Have a wonderful trip. - sewedna 84.6 #3213 11:30PM

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February 4, 2013 9:52 PM - Disneyland Talk Land

I need some MW support - since we had to delay our plans due to illness to Presidents weekend, I am dreading the holiday crowds. Trying to have a good attitude (it's our daughter's bday after all) but are we talking New Years like shut the gates crowds, or just crazy summer Cars Land just opened crowds? Trying to meditate - a super crowded day at DL is better than any day not at DL (and breathe More...

It will probably be busy but nothing like New Years or Cars Land. - aidensmama 336.5 #445 9:55PM

Agreed 👆👍 - DisneyMe2Death 607.0 #180 9:59PM

That is exactly what I was going to say. Ok, maybe a lil diff - HandMeAChurroImmaFaint 1798.9 #42 10:17PM

We'll be there too! - ima-pirateswife 432.4 #289 10:01PM

At least I'll take comfort knowing theres more than one of us there updating wait times - Dawnsharks 8.0 #7551 11:05PM

Us too! - LaPearleNoir 573.6 #192 6:29AM

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And get there as early as you possibly can to go on your "must do" rides. Have fun! - MissMolly 697.1 #141 7:04AM

I suggest you get there for park opening each day. And if you can take advantage of magic morning hour (if you are staying at a Disney resort Hotel), then do so. The parks are always the least crowded in the morning, and you will get a lot accomplished in those first few hours, so you won't care so much about the crowds later on. Make some advance Disney dining reservation so you don't have long waits for meals. Have fun! - meridafan 1036.1 #83 7:25AM

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February 4, 2013 8:26 PM - Disneyland Talk Land

Is city hall the only place to get a birthday badge? Do they ask for proof our id? Thanks!

Ticket booths, City hall, Chamber of Commerce in DCA and most stores I believe - MEHlanie_Mouse 691.0 #146 8:34PM

^^ This & some restaurants have them. - Armenda 994.4 #89 8:37PM

We got my son's from the ticket booth and no we didn't have to prove it. - aidensmama 336.5 #445 8:27PM

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The DLR hotels have them too. Grand, Pph &DL anyways.. - Pintraderswife 458.5 #265 9:14PM

If there's a long line at City Hall, head across Town Square to the Opera House. Just a rumor, but I bet they could help you out with a button or two. Maybe a map and a schedule too. - IDVandalSkipperCM 1296.5 #63 10:05PM

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January 29, 2013 8:30 PM - Disneyland Talk Land

Well the flu hit out house so we had to cancel our trip this weekend. Now going on our daughters real birthday over presidents weekend. Not looking forward to the huge crowds but it wil be special for her to spend her actual birthday there. Are there any birthday secrets we should know about? I know if we stop by city hall she can get a birthday button.any other secrets we should know about? Thank More...

If you go to cars land, and Mater is at the cozy cone for photos, stop in. When he sees the birthday button, he gives a birthday shout out and sings a bit. It's really cute! And normally happens as you walk up to take the photo, so maybe have someone ready to video it too? Hope it's a great weekend! 😊 - Sweet_Irish_Cream 2568.9 #22 8:35PM

wow really? cool! :D - FindingYou 126.1 #2629 8:36PM

Yup! We've been to the parks recently for a lot of birthdays, and happened each time. 😊 - Sweet_Irish_Cream 2568.9 #22 8:38PM

How fun, I didn't know this! Thanks so much, we'll be there soon for my little one's bday!! 🎉 - MinnieMousewife 570.3 #194 8:39PM

that would be awesome! Thanks for the tip! - Dawnsharks 8.0 #7551 9:02PM

Red plays Happy Birthday too if you get a photo with him. I noticed that the other weekend while sitting outside of Luigi's for a bit. - KermitFan13 407.6 #321 9:10PM

That's awesome, I love red!! Maybe Lighting does too? - Sweet_Irish_Cream 2568.9 #22 9:19PM

Aww. Sorry your weekend plans got cancelled. Hope everyone's feeling better soon! You're right. Birthday in the park will be awesome, even if there are more people there. Take care! - meridafan 1036.1 #83 8:38PM

Hope everyone is feeling better soon! - ShariRenee 1505.7 #51 9:21PM

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January 5, 2013 8:43 PM - Disneyland Talk Land

Another question for upcoming trip - how quickly are Fastpasses going for Indiana Jones? We will be there after the holiday stuff in February, but the ride just reopened so I didn't know if they run out in the morning or are available during the day. Thanks!

According to MouseWait Pulse, there were no more Fastpasses at 3:47pm. Maybe check the wait times a few days before your trip too :) - HatboxGhost 605.9 #181 9:08PM

You picked a good time to go. You should be able to get them throughout the day. - MrsSchnooks 574.1 #191 9:08PM

I would say to at least get them before 4 or 5pm. - michelIe 422.1 #302 9:13PM

Around this time of year, they usually run out around 3-5pm (I keep an eye on it when I work in the jungle). But the time you'll be there, you should be fine. - BaseballMickey_CM 2854.1 #16 11:46PM

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January 5, 2013 8:42 PM - Disneyland Talk Land

Ugh, accidentally posted first to WDW so let me try again . . . We are driving down from the bay area in early February taking I-5 and want to know the best way to avoid the LA traffic, which we always seem to hit. Last time we stayed on 5 and getting through LA was horrible. Coming down I-5, is there a better way to scoot around LA and avoid the traffic? Thanks

Well there is many ways...it goes around rather than a direct route to the parks but chances are less traffic and even carpool lanes to help. I rarely take the 5 myself and I live in LA. Anything that connects to 57 is good, whether the 210, 10 or 60 fwy. I prefer 60, seems like less traffic usually and a carpool lane helps. From there take 57 south and exit ball turn east and follow ball to structure area or take Katella all the way down. - MarshaMouse 2865.1 #15 8:55PM

I'm with linzee, I use that app so much and I avoid red or orange. - MarshaMouse 2865.1 #15 8:56PM

I agree, also depends on time of day, I try to drive long distances at night though that does not help always. The 210 seems to be less traveled past the 605 but you do go farthest out of your way on that one. I usually take the 60 also coming from LA area, though from the southbay lax area the 105 to the 605 to the 91 maybe but the 91 can be the worst of all. - secretagentangel 669.6 #154 9:13PM

Everybody has their own way...but we use Sigalert.com as soon as we hit Magic mountain and avoid the orange and red freeways, we sort of on the fly detour and bypass heavy areas. We used to sit in the crazy 5 traffic for hours, not anymore, the iPhone pays for itself yet again. - Linzee 517.2 #225 8:52PM

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Did you get any responses on the WDW side? - Philliprocks 276.6 #762 10:03PM

I tried to respond but then it got cut off.... - brodysmommy 243.7 #1064 10:37PM

just get a cheap Motel 6 room or something for the night before and leave NorCal around 5pm. get a good nights sleep then start early at the Park. That is usually what we do. Either way..good luck! - yellowtonka 237.7 #1137 10:16PM

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