I live in Alaska but I am always planning my next Disneyland trip. It is the place that all of my siblings meet up to share some magic with the next generation.
I created a calendar with all the September attraction and eatery closures. DM me with your email address if you would like a copy. I am a visual person and needed it all lined out in one place. **Indy closure is now on the official Disn More...
I just printed it out. You did an amazing job. Thank you. - aidensmama336.3 #444 8-20-12 4:20PMLike(1) Reply
that's so nice of you..did you see my post of all of the holiday closures? It was so long I thought it might upset people when they got finger scrolling cramps. lol. - Linzee515.4 #227 8-20-12 2:50PMLike Reply
Yes! I used your post and other sources to add to my list. I compared those to what is on the official list and have highlighted the "rumored" closures in red since they aren't currently listed. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 8-20-12 2:58PM
I am such a geek! I am not even going to Disneyland in September! I just like crowd patterns and statistics too. **hangs head in shame** - AKMouse 376.5 #364 8-20-12 2:59PM
You are very welcome! Now tell me, who is this darling in the pic?? Xoxo - MomWithAJuiceBoxBuzz922.2 #94 8-14-12 11:05PMLike Reply
That is my niece that is up visiting. I will be putting them on my vehicles when she leaves but she really likes playing with them on the fridge. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 8-15-12 10:02AM
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Thanks! It is sometimes hard to contribute when you don't live nearby and don't have live pictures. I think it is interesting to find out who is really out there. :) - AKMouse 376.5 #364 8-7-12 12:08PM
i think Aladdin. it taught me that stealin is ok so long as its just an apple or bread and that i give half to starving kids. jk. its been really influential with my flying carpet research... breakthrough soon. i liked aladding because i think it was the first Disney Movie that a guy could sing to. i dont remember the classics or little mermaid having too many aongs that a young hero could sing (lil mermaid had sebastian's songs, but i didnt like pretending to be a crab) - Radius501.4 #235 8-7-12 1:38PMLike(5) Reply
I try to be an active commenter! But I really don't get to the parks enough to post live pics or even add wait times 😥my favorite and most influential movie is A Goofy Movie! Not only does it have my favorite songs, it describes my adolescent relationship with my mother to a T. Whenever I watch it I shake my head in remembrance of my tennage rebellion. And then I get all teary eyed when Goofy says "you may not be a little boy anymore, but you'll always be my son!!" 😭 - angelle7.1 #8079 8-7-12 7:21PMLike Reply
Aw, now I want some Hi Dad Soup, lol 😂 - Spoonful_O_Sugar 435.8 #283 8-7-12 7:27PM
so cute. i love a goofy movie so much. - nicoleface 1247.5 #65 8-8-12 5:56PM
I've always been a fan of The Hunchback of Notre Dame! It displays that there is beauty is everyone. 😁 - SquishyGlamazon115.5 #2801 8-8-12 6:10PMLike Reply
What DLR eating establishments closed for off-season? I don't want to get my heart set on Big Thunder Ranch BBQ if they aren't going to be open when I go.
I don't think any close during non-peak season. Its just park hours that are cut back - BaseballMickey_CM2817.9 #16 7-31-12 11:56AMLike Reply
Good to know. For some reason I always feel like I am missing out on food places. I always end up at the same few spots. I am determined to dine out of my comfort zone on my next trip. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 7-31-12 12:08PM
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Haha love this post! I try not to lurk but I don't go often enough to have much to add. I just have a passion for Disney and require a Disney supplement to sooth my "ears" shaped heart. I truly enjoy seeing all of the fabulous photos. My first trip 1987 (2 months old). Thanks all of you "regulars" for keeping us all updated! - RaisedByWalt131.1 #2569 7-24-12 4:03PMLike(2) Reply
I've been coming since the beginning (I was 4 in 1955). Don't mind showing my age - debbiev58.6 #3586 7-24-12 3:34PMLike(1) Reply
I bet you have some Amazing stories!! - Pintraderswife 458.5 #265 7-24-12 3:36PM
How awesome to have been able to see the park in it's beginning and through all of it's glorious transformations. - Goofdog 169.8 #2011 7-24-12 3:36PM
would love to see some photo's from everyone that has been going since the opening! - PrincessLani110.2 #2895 7-24-12 8:45PMLike Reply
I really wish I had some of my Mom's pictures. I wanted to post them for retro day. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 7-24-12 9:10PM
That's me...a total lurker so I can get my daily Disney fix on MW :) My first trip was back in '78 when I was little baby. - DisLUVney333.5 #453 7-24-12 9:51PMLike Reply
#Retro Day: I may be breaking the retro day rules but these are not Googled pictures. These came from a book my Mom bought in 1963. I loved the Plaid and the old Rocket to the Moon pictures!
These pics are cool and fun to see no matter where they came from. The pic in the lower right, is that Mission to Mars?? I vaguely remember riding it and I think that's what the inside looked like. - MsStarlite201.6 #1599 7-20-12 11:58PMLike Reply
I believe in 1963 it was called Douglas Rocket to the Moon. Mission to Mars is in Epcot. - AKMouse376.5 #364 7-21-12 12:06AMLike Reply
Ahhh ok. I just remember being inside that round chamber and that the ride was sponsored by McDonnell Douglas which was the company my dad worked for. One of the few rides he ever went on with us! - MsStarlite201.6 #1599 7-21-12 1:19AMLike Reply
Retro Day: This is the cover of my Mom's program for her Grad Nite in 1967. Entertainment included Dobie Gray, The Aggregation, The Regents, and The Aubrey Twins. Some lucky Grad won a 1967 Mercury Cougar!
This is so awesome! I would have loved to see Dobie Gray! - matildamouse196.4 #1676 7-20-12 2:37PMLike(2) Reply
And just drift away.... - Goofdog 169.8 #2011 7-20-12 2:43PM
Give me the beat boys and free my soul... - AKMouse 376.5 #364 7-20-12 2:47PM
I wish I had a copy of her actual formal shot from Grad Nite. She has given me a lot of her Disneyland memorabilia but I don't have many photos. - AKMouse376.5 #364 7-20-12 2:39PMLike Reply
Calling all lurkers!! Have you been a MW member for multiple months and have yet to make your presence known? Now is your chance! Today's get to know the lurkers question is: how many times have you been to Disneyland so far this year? Re More...
I haven't gone to Disneyland but I've gone to knotts like 50+ times. - chris.2507.3 #24 7-17-12 10:01PMLike(2) Reply
Ariel must miss you. I know these things because I'm primarily a lurker. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 7-17-12 10:11PM
You know too much! - chris. 2507.3 #24 7-17-12 10:19PM
If you could taken one person to Disneyland (living or dead) who would you take and why?
I would take Adolf Hitler. Strap him in a Small World boat and force him to ride till he got the point.
I would want to see DL through Walt's eyes. - sewedna84.4 #3214 7-10-12 11:56PMLike(6) Reply
My little brother. Although I take him with me in my heart. He never had the chance to visit the parks. May he be resting in peace - lilo84374.5 #366 7-11-12 1:36AMLike(6) Reply
I would take my father. He passed away in 1959 when I was 5. He is the one who started our love of Disney. He and my mom took me and my sister to Disneyland in 1955 after it opened. We have gone every year, except when he passed, since then. I would love him to see how the park has changed and grown. - Diznimom211.8 #1452 7-11-12 10:30AMLike Reply
In 1961 there was a plan for a street off of Main Street called Liberty Street with Edison Square attached. I find it interesting that they printed these ideas and not all of them ended up taking place.
Would had been cool! But no room for parade storage! - azcam08203.2 #1580 6-27-12 1:38PMLike(1) Reply
They did call it Main Street but the "Main" is on a flag on the other side of the street. You just can't see it in my photo. It does look funny though. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 6-27-12 1:57PM
This is a cool artifact! just curious if this is ur personal collection or from somewhere else. Cite ur resource please. Sorry cant help it...I'm a librarian! - PickyPicky14.7 #5717 6-27-12 1:42PMLike Reply
It is my family's personal collection. My mom has been collecting the souvenir maps since she was a child. She lived in CA and went on the second day DL was open. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 6-27-12 1:44PM
I have one of those maps! Once I dreamed about going to Dland and actually visited that area. - MelodyMouse941.5 #92 6-27-12 2:07PMLike Reply
What year is yours from? We couldn't find a date in the newer ones. Fortunately my mom marked a year in pencil on the back. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 6-27-12 5:23PM
Here was the plans for what is now New Orleans Square in 1961. No Pirates in the area or in the plans then and Haunted Mansion found a new location before it was built.
Nice map no bad edges or discoloration if that's a wall map and if it's yours I would frame it 61 map is worth lots - Singh2011178.5 #1881 6-27-12 1:37PMLike Reply
Yes. We have about 20 of them and this is the oldest. We take very good care of them. They will hopefully be passed down to the next generation of Disney lovers. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 6-27-12 1:39PM
That's great keep them all I say put under glass cause it keeps the folds flat an less likely to get worn ✨ - Singh2011 178.5 #1881 6-27-12 5:01PM
It says on the map the it is a helicopter pad near the Disneyland Hotel. There was one that showed a golf course there too. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 6-27-12 5:41PM
We bought a 1958 map years ago. Very cool seeing things that no longer exist. - Disneydreamer192.1 #1721 6-27-12 6:10PMLike Reply
Darn you MW! Like I need another addiction on my phone! Who wants to play Draw Something?
just found this little gem and dove in. drew a stork for someone, who in return drew a big red blob and called it a toungue. maybe i'll have better luck nextime. - littleoysterz210.4 #1483 3-6-12 10:38PMLike(2) Reply
Oh my! I think I can do better than a big red blob. AKMouse is my user name! - AKMouse 376.5 #364 3-6-12 10:41PM
Some more cuteness from our last trip! This is from Goofy's Kitchen a few weeks ago. My nephew is totally in love with Disneyland. Too bad we only get to go about once a year. I rely on MW to get me through.
Super cute too bad my sons shy I'm scared when we go in a couple of days he wont pose with characters for pics :( this is def a "frame me up" kind of picture - disney_luv131.6 #2561 3-5-12 12:42AMLike Reply
I completely agree. My husband and I have yet to start our family but DL has been made new with my niece and nephews. - AKMouse376.5 #364 2-28-12 7:59PMLike Reply
My nephew caught hand foot and mouth while at DL earlier this week. Remember while at the Happiest Place on Earth, use good hygiene practices and wash those hands!!!
You guy's are freaking me out! I was on a plane and in DL last week....im pouring peroxide all over myself now. - donnievegas1127.5 #72 2-25-12 6:15PMLike(3) Reply
Oh yes....had a case of that Thursday night... - MandJloveMickey212.6 #1445 2-25-12 7:02PMLike Reply
I make everyone wash thier hands before they eat anything at the park. A quick churro can turn into crumb licking grossness ingesting every germ off every railing, chain and bar they've touched...ick and then they hold my hand. So gross. Bah. - supertracy435.6 #284 2-25-12 7:12PMLike Reply
I am starting to plan for my next trip to DL and am in need of some expert advice. We want low crowds and Christmas decor. When should we go? Weekdays the week after Thanksgiving or weekdays the week before Thanksgiving week? Any other da More...
We go every year for my bday the week before Thanksgiving and it is great. Most, if not all, Xmas deco is up and crowds are very light. Thursday night at Napa Rose is my bday tradition! - Normstar81.1 #3260 2-24-12 5:11PMLike(1) Reply
We always go during the first couple weeks of December. Crowds are low and I am ready for Christmas decorations by then. 🎄😊 - MicheyMouse264.6 #872 2-24-12 5:09PMLike Reply
We have gone the week after Thanksgiving 4 times, and that is usually a light crowd time weekdays. Only time it was crowded was that free admission on your b-day year. - Lelundrial339.6 #431 2-24-12 5:43PMLike Reply
I love Disneyland! I love that it makes my rough and tough brother a softy, melted at the site of his sons enjoying the magic. I love that it is a place we can forget sickness, heartache, and disappointment. This place is truly magical an More...
Thank you Admin for keeping connected to this place when I am so far away! - AKMouse376.5 #364 2-20-12 9:11PMLike(2) Reply
This is one priceless photo of you and your son.. really captures what Disneyland is all about. - Jacqueline 546.7 #204 2-20-12 9:14PM
This is one priceless photo of you and your son.. really captures what Disneyland is all about. - Jacqueline546.7 #204 2-20-12 9:14PMLike Reply
Yeah, it is a shame. Such a good concept. - AKMouse376.5 #364 2-20-12 1:43PMLike Reply
My husband does not like Disneyland so he got us sea world tickets it was not my choice. I would never ever go back there - maxinerenton415.1 #310 2-20-12 1:45PMLike Reply
Oh no! My whole family is traveling to Disneyland tomorrow and my Mom and Sister-in-law are sick! Please pray it doesn't spread and they feel better before going to the parks on Friday!
I'm all out of pixie dust. The past couple days have been busy! 😁 - Sweet_Irish_Cream2530.1 #23 2-15-12 10:32AMLike(5) Reply
Ain't that the truth! - Mimmy 1405.4 #57 2-15-12 10:34AM
this happened to me last week... I drank hot tea with honey all day (from my Alice mug) and felt better by the time to go. - Nettenutt325.9 #493 2-15-12 12:29PMLike Reply
Does Orange County Schools REALLY need Friday and Monday off? Here I was thinking Friday may be a little bit less crowded! Doh! Oh well, I am still going to enjoy my first trip in a over a year!
It's a HOLIDAY!! Get over it. In America we celebrate some awesome presidents birthdays!!!! - SUUZinOC715.1 #140 2-13-12 2:01PMLike(7) Reply
I was just observing the differences in the calendars. In Alaska (and every other place I have lived) we have "Presidents' Day" and there is only ONE holiday instead of two. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 2-13-12 2:04PM
For the sake of sarcastic clarification, Alaska is in America as well. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 2-13-12 2:07PM
YEAH FOUR DAY WEEKEND!! my goal was to go to disneyland all 4 days, but then i realized we have to paint our winter percussion floor on monday, so my dreams are crushed. sorry, our school district is broke so we have a crazy amount of furlough days this year - acpowers13148.8 #2304 2-13-12 3:57PMLike Reply
We just a minor earthquake in Alaska. It happens all the time. I got to thinking though. Has anyone ever been at Disneyland during an earthquake?
Almost... We were actually in the earthquake scene of the studio tour at Universal when I was a kid. I remember it was on or around Thanksgiving and it was a pretty large earthquake. They actually stopped the fake earthquake to inform us that we were experiencing a real one. Crazy. - cynDOLEwhip744.1 #137 1-28-12 6:49PMLike(2) Reply
I love that ride:) - songbirddie 9.3 #6992 1-28-12 7:19PM
Thays a good question. I wonder what its like there during an earthquake. Especially on one of the rides like hm or potc or iasw....that'd be interesting. - akeleh293.5 #653 1-28-12 5:58PMLike(1) Reply
Ya it was pretty scary. Then it got interesting to see a bunch of half naked people walking around in sheets. The passed out free breakfast to everyone and since Disneyland didn't open at it's scheduled time we headed home early. There used to be villas (I am sorry no idea what they were called) next to the DL hotel that were pretty hard to get into if I understand correctly but every time my parents mentioned the earthquake they would always move us to the villas. - ilovemickey8321.6 #512 1-28-12 8:21PMLike Reply
Me and my husband were on our honeymoon is 2008. While eating in tomorrowland there was a small earthquake. I just remember seeing Buzz running near Star Tours. - Joeysariel5.6 #9586 1-28-12 8:56PMLike Reply
Alright all you frequent Disney travelers! Go right now and fill in a rating for your favorite eatery at DL, DCA, and DTD in the MW food section. I am trying to plan my vacation and where to eat and I need more than a few rating to know w More...
If you want a preferred section for WOC, go for a Dinner at Ariel's Grotto. It is affordable, and i like the food - otilegna862.0 #106 1-27-12 10:45AMLike(1) Reply
Great review! The desserts are fun too! - bugsmom1208 211.1 #1470 1-27-12 10:46AM
Great! Make sure you put that comment in the food section so it doesn't get lost in the lounge. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 1-27-12 10:46AM
Good morning from Alaska. It is currently -8 here and I literally dreamt about in the parks last night (well there and a weird mix of Nara Dreamland thanks to xsdesign's photos on here). 20 more days till Disneyland!!!!!
I'm in Anchorage, we try to get out once a year usually around late Feb/early March it breaks up the winter for us so it doesn't seem so long and bleak :-) - AKSiiri145.6 #2357 1-27-12 10:19AMLike Reply
Just found out the military passes we bought are blocked all 4 days of Presidents day weekend!! Argh! I swear we looked for that. I guess we will have to try and upgrade them.
Ummm u would thnk military passes would b ok on presidents day. . Afterall u work for him. . Just a thought.. - akmouser73139.1 #2453 1-26-12 7:42PMLike(4) Reply
Sorry to hear that...hope you find another date that works! - knamommy8.0 #7556 1-27-12 9:45AMLike Reply
We can't go a different day but we are told that we can go to guest services and pay the difference between the military pass and a regular 3-day park hopper. It will end up being an extra $100 for each person. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 1-27-12 9:54AM
We can't go a different day but we are told that we can go to guest services and pay the difference between the military pass and a regular 3-day park hopper. It will end up being an extra $100 for each person. - AKMouse376.5 #364 1-27-12 9:54AMLike Reply
Is there a way to look at the MW Crowd Index from previous days? I thought this weekend would be a good indicator of what President's Day weekend would be like. I would like to see the crowd index from Saturday? Anyone know a way?
Any day that is a "holiday" is going to be slightly busy. - Ms.Mouseketeer1000.8 #88 1-16-12 1:50PMLike(1) Reply
I know it will be busy but I can't imagin it would be as busy as a holiday that falls during school breaks like the 4th of July or Christmas. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 1-16-12 1:51PM
Plus I really just like to look at overall trends and I would love to see the MW Crowd Index over time. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 1-16-12 1:53PM
I think it's safe to say any holiday weekend is going to be around 75-80% or higher. These holidays aren't secrets and most everyone has work or school off. Who wouldn't want to spend it at DL? 😃 - Sweet_Irish_Cream2530.1 #23 1-16-12 1:52PMLike(1) Reply
Absolutely!! That is our plan. :) I just like to lurk at trends as well. Curiosity is all. We are prepared for higher crowds. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 1-16-12 1:54PM
Not using an sort of OG tone here. But you might be able to find that and more cool statistics online. There are SO many freaks out there, I'm sure you could find some cool stuff. 😊 - Sweet_Irish_Cream 2530.1 #23 1-16-12 1:59PM
Check therules-FAQ..I think the answer that explains the crowd index has a link - luvMickey491.7 #241 1-16-12 2:04PMLike Reply
There is a general graph in the FAQ but I was more hoping for something more specific for day to day. Thanks for the help. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 1-16-12 2:45PM
There is a general graph in the FAQ but I was more hoping for something more specific for day to day. Thanks for the help. - AKMouse376.5 #364 1-16-12 2:45PMLike Reply
We are currently hitting record breaking amounts of snow in Alaska today! 36 more days till I go to Disneyland! I can't wait to be warm. Can someone post an "eating Dole Whip in the sunshine" picture for me to live vicariously through?
okay so I feel bad now. I have been complaining how it is only 35 degrees here. i can't help it! Look at the weather in Disneyland 80 degrees! - Princess Daisy156.6 #2198 1-12-12 5:12PMLike Reply
My family is in Lake Tahoe and they got nothin'. I guess it is all staying north. The pile I shoveled out of my driveway is starting to resemble the Matterhorn. - AKMouse376.5 #364 1-12-12 5:13PMLike Reply
Happy Birthday to me! My birthday is Sunday but my hubby surprised me with this brand new Harveys Disney Couture bag! I have always wanted this one! I didn't like the new color ones. Yay me!!
Oh wow..how cool..actually i was raised in willow but whem i moved ten yrs ago i moved from anchorage as well...such a small world...love it...i am comimg up there next month to take care of some land stuff...maybe we can meet up...start a whole new alaksa mw meet up.
im excited to find u... - akmouser73139.1 #2453 12-30-11 2:16PMLike Reply
My family and I will be at the parks for President's Day weekend. We are starting on Friday the 17th of Feb to try and avoid some crowds. I know that all holiday weekends are "busy" but since that Saturday is blocked to all AP holders how More...
My sister went last year
For presidents weekend and it rained so it wasn't too crowded for them. - Jillian765.4 #129 12-27-11 4:51PMLike(1) Reply
I don't think it'll be as busy as it has been all week or Thanksgiving week. But I think Disney had a reason for putting those blockout days in place that weekend, to lessen the crowds a little!! - Jenniferr428.0 #294 12-27-11 12:13PMLike Reply
premium ap is never blocked out 365 days of the year - Jenniferr428.0 #294 12-27-11 4:50PMLike Reply
Ah! I was unaware of the unlimited Premium AP. All others are blocked that day then. Premium isn't even blocked right now? Wow! - AKMouse376.5 #364 12-27-11 4:52PMLike Reply
***Romec123 did you get your DVD? ***Unfortunately we didn't get enough votes to get the $5,000 but thank you to all who supported us in Alaska at the American Diabetes Association! Congrats to our winner!
thanks AKMouse!! I would like to forward it to romec123, please :) she makes me laugh, she is giving and she does not have it. thanks :) - HandMeAChurroImmaFaint1781.2 #42 12-20-11 8:21AMLike(1) Reply
Romec123 did you receive your DVD? - AKMouse376.5 #364 12-27-11 10:45PMLike(1) Reply
Romec, I texted you but I don't know if it worked. - AKMouse 376.5 #364 12-27-11 11:08PM
In can text her for you if you want. She sent me one the other day so Inthink we can get each others! - LaneSparrow316846.9 #107 12-28-11 11:05PMLike Reply
RAK!! I work for the American Diabetes Association in Alaska and I need your help! There is a local company that is giving $5,000 to 8 charities to be determined by vote. Please go to the following link and vote for ADA. Come here and tel More...
RAK!! I work for the American Diabetes Association in Alaska and I need your help! There is a local company that is giving $5,000 to 8 charities to be determined by vote. Please go to the following link and vote for ADA. Come here and tel More...
no need to add me, but I did vote for you :) - Jillian765.4 #129 12-15-11 12:24PMLike(1) Reply
Dear MW Family! I work for the American Diabetes Association in Alaska and I need your help! There is a local company that is giving $5,000 to 8 charities to be determined by vote. Please go to the following link and vote for ADA so we ca More...
I voted. Diabetes is unfortunately common in my family so this hits close to home. Good luck! 🍀🍀 - JenInWonderland1025.1 #86 12-14-11 8:55PMLike(1) Reply
Thank you so much! - AKMouse 376.5 #364 12-14-11 8:58PM
Thank you! ADA in Alaska has an added effort for our rural Alaska Natives that have an even higher risk for diabetes. Your support means a lot! - AKMouse376.5 #364 12-14-11 10:22PMLike Reply
You can vote every 24 hours from each computer or mobile device. Mobile devices have to access it from a web browser instead of an application. Thanks everyone! - AKMouse376.5 #364 12-14-11 11:14PMLike Reply
I am going to Disneyland and California in February. I know Carsland will not be open yet. Can anyone tell me what kinds of Cars stuff is out? My nephew LOVES Cars and I an hoping he can see something when we go.
I know there is a mater and mcqueen mettle and greet place near the wineries. - ImAlwaysCrazy646.4 #166 11-12-11 5:13PMLike Reply
I am desperately looking for Adult Disney sweatshirts for my family's DL trip this February. I don't like the selection on Disney Store. Where else should I look? Coming to the parks is not an option since I am in AK. HELP!
You can get park merch from laughingplacestore.com or have it delivered through delivEARS 800-760-3566 :) - JessicaRabbit33667.9 #155 9-7-11 11:03AMLike Reply
I believe there is a link on the Disney store website that allows u to shop "park exclusive's"...:-) - disneymomma1316.1 #536 9-7-11 11:05AMLike Reply
Try Zazzle. You can custom make some. - cinderelli325.7 #495 9-7-11 11:08AMLike Reply
I am hoping for hoodies for both men and women. They can be zip up or pullovers. My brother loves brands like Fox or Burton. Something not cheesy. - AKMouse376.5 #364 9-7-11 12:25PMLike Reply
I just went back and read all the Rules-FAQ for the lounge. There have been some changes for those who haven't read them in a while. Admin has done a great job adapting as the popularity of this site has really taken off. All these rules More...
What is everyone's take on Song of the South? Should it be re-released? What do people remember about it that would justify it never being seen again?
@juice yes it is. I never saw it but have always wanted to to see what all the fuss was about - dumbo0o040.1 #3985 7-23-11 4:04PMLike Reply
Yes. Splash Mountain is themed after the animated sequence in this movie. It was made in the 1940's and is not being re-released because of the cultural differences concerning race since then. - AKMouse376.5 #364 7-23-11 4:05PMLike Reply
You can still buy it on line. I saw it for the 1st time last year and the animation parts were really fun. Overall a good movie. - Buzz80571.7 #3376 7-23-11 7:05PMLike Reply
@Sue...I bought mine last year at the fair, and have yet to watch it. Same reason...it holds some special memories! - Gia782.1 #119 7-23-11 7:08PMLike Reply
***WINNER**** Clu 2.0 this RAK is for you!!! Please TEXT me to claim!! Or comment with your email and I will email you to get your address! Congrats!! You have till Monday to claim.
Yes... I know it is not DL but it was from one of my few trips to the WDW property and I wanted to pass it to someone here. - AKMouse376.5 #364 7-23-11 1:27PMLike Reply
Woohoo! Lucky me! First RAK I win! I could not text u for some reason. Maybe your text is not set up? Anyway here's my email: liquidtop9@aol.com. And thanks so much! - Clu2.0773.0 #126 7-29-11 11:01PMLike Reply
Yay!! I just emailed you. Sorry about text feature. I thought I had it figured out. Congrats again!! - AKMouse376.5 #364 7-29-11 11:37PMLike Reply
Question: For someone just coming to DL for vacation and doesn't have an AP... what is the least amount of time needed to see most things in both parks at a relaxed pace in off season? 2 days? 4 hours?
3-4 days most likely 4 - KAA350.3 #409 7-21-11 1:25PMLike Reply
Me: Honey, guess what! Husband: What?! Some kid did something cute on your Mouse Wait thingy? They are all cute Babe. They're kids at Disneyland!. Me: But... Ha ha ha... My poor husband!
That is my nephew with Mickey. He is a big fan and he didn't want to leave. - AKMouse376.5 #364 7-19-11 7:06PMLike Reply
My sister's baby shower was today. I made my niece her first pair of ears! She will be a cute Minnie when we go in February. She will be about 6 months then.
I played from my iPhone last night and got MW points right away on my account. I played on my PC today and have yet to get any points added to my rank. FYI - AKMouse376.5 #364 7-15-11 2:12PMLike Reply
@AKMouse ^ I played on my iPhone last night ad it took about 30 minutes or so to show up on my account. So maybe you just have to be patient. Hope it shows up soon! - MineMineMine124.6 #2651 7-15-11 2:17PMLike Reply
How is it that Star Tours is a 60 minute wait but Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin is 75 minutes!? Is everyone moving into Toon Town at the same time? Matterhorn is only 20 minutes!! Do you find that there is a huddled mass moving together ar More...
I didn't marry my husband until we went to dl together. Had to make sure he liked it otherwise I would have broken the engagement lol Disney is too big a part of my life and the one I marry had to love it too. - Krissy Marissy411.0 #315 7-5-11 11:49PMLike Reply
My family doesn't get the facination about dl. Although none of them have been there in over 20 years. I feel sorry for them. - doombuggiefan199.8 #1634 7-6-11 12:22AMLike Reply
People were talking about Disney weddings on a budget. My husband and I got married at George Washington park near DL and then took our guests to the park for the day. Our flower girls were princesses too! It can be done on a budget!!
Vey nices cute flower girls. Who paid for the people to go inside disneyland. Hope your wedding was wonderful. - dcatowerofterrorguy2011679.5 #151 6-28-11 9:10PMLike Reply
So cute! And a great idea! - kbeenss181.5 #1844 6-28-11 9:11PMLike Reply
A big shout out to Lorp1001 and all the other great MWs who go to the parks prepared to give multiple RAKs just for the joy of giving! You are what makes MW so wonderful and I feel fortunate to be in the company of such selfless people!
CMs! Do you change into costume at the park or do you wear your costumes in? I saw a bunch of CMs in the McDonalds on Harbor Blvd after leaving the parks. They were obviously off and they were half wearing their Disney costumes. It really More...
Good question I wanna know too, my fried who worked there left her costume and changed at the park. - Briana225.7 #1293 6-20-11 10:04PMLike Reply
I am Glad I am allowed to take my costume home! So much wasted time to go change every day. I occasionally will where my costume to get gas or if I desperately need to get something at the store. And they still are strict on show. About dyed hair and side burns and all that, I got sent home bc of my hair color once. And idk why but it kinda bugs saying that it ruins the magic seeing cms wearing the costume outside of work. We have lives of our own ya know! - Sierraownss5.7 #9492 6-21-11 12:49AMLike Reply
There's a reason Walt built Disneyland in such a way that no where inside the park can you see the "outside" world. It keeps the magic. This does NOT include California Adventure park which was obviously after Walt. - SUUZinOC715.1 #140 6-21-11 1:10AMLike Reply
Does anyone else have Disney ringtones? If so what are they? I have That Happy Rag right now from Main Street. I never want to answer! I just want my song to play when someone calls.
Hahaha I have fantasmic, mainstreet electrical parade and the whistleing song from robin hood :) - CMWalker323.3 #507 6-19-11 1:15PMLike Reply
I have someday my prince will come, once upon a dream and HM (halloween) - AdventurelandFam168.0 #2033 6-19-11 1:19PMLike Reply
@ Andreallybadeggs Awww that is so cute!! I would love to so that for my text tone from my fiancé but IPhone can't do that . So my Disney ringtone is POTC Yo Ho! It's my fiancé's ringtone - Aurora_2020257.8 #927 6-21-11 12:57AMLike Reply
Imperial theme from star wars and Indiana jones theme ringtones. I toggle between the 2 - cyniminnie48.3 #69 6-21-11 1:01AMLike Reply
MW is so great! There are so many things I want to do at DL that I never would have known. Like I can't wait to eat a corn dog! I have never had one. What is something you have done or want to do that you learned on MW!?
Mimibee's RAK really inspired me to hop in and start pin trading but I am sticking with Mary Poppins and maybe Tiki Room stuff! These are my two favorite Disney features ever! Anyone ever seen a Mary Poppins or Tiki Room lanyard?! I am al More...
Does the crowed index go by date?! How does it figure days of the week. The 16th could be a Wednesday or Saturday depending on the year. Or does it just look at "first Monday of the month" to compare? I was just curious.
This was taken a year ago from Goofy's Kitchen!! It has been a YEAR since I have been to DL! That is just unacceptable! That is me nephew with Pluto. He loved character breakfast.
I am a little upset. I did a RAK and it took me a while to send it (a little over a week) and I got a scolding e-mail from the person who won. I even put in more stuff because I was not as fast as I wanted to be. I guess she hasn't receiv More...
I'm sorry for the bad experience. Not everyone knows how to be patient and appreciative. - nittywitty194.9 #1697 6-15-11 10:24AMLike Reply
Boooooo .... Shame on them for acting like that. - EdLovesAlvena134.3 #2529 6-15-11 10:25AMLike Reply
If they are going to act like that then they don't need it nor should they have it. Some people are so stupid with their sense of entitlement. - mstiauna2789.3 #3152 6-15-11 3:47PMLike Reply
A little late on the comment, but I just saw this. Don't feel bad at all and don't let this one event stop you from giving from your heart again. And a note to everyone else, if you win a rak, just be patient, everyone means well. I myself had rak'ed off a pin and had every intention of sending it right off to the winner, but life sometimes takes a sudden turn, my mother ended up in ICU in a different state and I had to run to be with her 3 times. It took me almost a month to get the pin off to the winner. Granted I feel awful about not sending it sooner, she was so understanding and still was happy to receive it. I think whoever made AKMouse feel awful should step up and appoligies... we all understand you may be excited, or maybe you had a bad day and we all make mistakes, but whats important now is to make a menz. Just my opionion! - jeana12118012.2 #6174 6-29-11 11:39PMLike Reply
Ok... my Disney vacation funds just got confirmed for a while! I got a great new job offer today! Yay! What should I start collecting? Pins? Those doll things everyone on here enjoys so much? :)
Congrats and neither!!! You'll go broke collecting any of those things!! LOL - Katrayher739.0 #138 6-8-11 1:56PMLike Reply
You mean Vinylmations? Beware: I heard both are very addicting after you start - BaseballMickey_CM2817.9 #16 6-8-11 1:58PMLike Reply
I stay away from both and just take enjoyment with everyone else's excitement with their collections. So far it has worked, well besides the fact that my kids suck all my money up! - AdventurelandFam168.0 #2033 6-8-11 2:03PMLike Reply
Being big NBC fans, we've only purchased vinyls of the characters we like the best (Jack, Pumpkin King, Sally & Zero). I'm pretty sure it will stop there. - SergZak3125.8 #13 6-8-11 2:08PMLike Reply
Help! My mom is a huge fan of Merryweather from Sleeping Beauty. I want to get her something for her birthday but I can't find much for her. Has anyone seen anything?
We are going to be at Disneyland in Feb of 2012. I am really excited to go one the new rides but I don't want to have to wait for 2 hours. How long does the new ride buzz usually last? Will things calm down in the next 8 months? (I hate t More...
It should calm down in 8 months. Its usually kinda quiet in February. - BaseballMickey_CM2817.9 #16 5-24-11 2:50PMLike Reply
Thanks! For the longest time I didn't go on Nemo because the line was so long. I guess that could have a lot to do with the ride technology though and not just popularity. - AKMouse376.5 #364 5-24-11 2:56PMLike Reply
With all the transformations going on in DCA I was thinking about epic alterations in Disney history. For example: I remember when Toon Town opened! It was crazy! What huge projects do you remember in Disneyland history?
When they updated Tomorrowland, it was a pretty big deal. I remember it because all the good stuff was closed - Kari_Bo_Berry361.5 #386 5-19-11 3:26PMLike Reply
Where did all the Small World decor for the reunion come from? I am thinking of doing a SM themed party and would love to copy some of what I saw! They were great!!
It was awesome! Bump for info! - TandAlly213.5 #1434 5-16-11 12:33AMLike Reply
Polkadobo made the hanging globes and memory tree. bluefairy made the cloth banner and food cards. Polka, bluefairy, and I made the centerpieces. Tina designed the theme's nametags and posterboard. - MimiMouse1015.6 #87 5-16-11 12:39AMLike Reply
Everything truly was SO AMAZING!!! I feel like there aren't even words to describe how blessed we felt yesterday as we walked around and took everything in! You all are so gifted!! I'm in absolute awe!!!! - MrsPrinceCharmingLike Reply
Is there a blog with pictures of the reunion somewhere? - JennDear16.5 #5451 5-16-11 4:11PMLike Reply
My husband and I are going to try to have a baby this summer which I am excited about but that means I will be prego for our DL trip in Feb. Who has been to DL while pregnant and how do you use the time you're waiting for everyone to get More...
I was pregnant one time. About 30 weeks. I pretty much went on the slower ones. But I loved eating my way thru the park lol. - angy17164.8 #2085 5-15-11 1:02PMLike Reply
I don't know but best wishes on trying to have a baby! - SillySwings435.3 #285 5-15-11 1:03PMLike Reply
@London-in-Wonderland, Pirates has a couple of drops that can slam you into your seat. Very easy for high risk pregnancies or early preggers to miscarry. That's why you should ride only at your own risk. Good luck! - Elaine404.3 #322 5-16-11 3:01AMLike Reply
I've been on Pirates even at 9 months pregnant...I've never been "slammed" into my seat, it's a very smooth drop. Of course if you are concerned, it would be best to ask your doctor there recommendations. There are tons of rides you can safely ride! Good luck :) - iheartDumbo24.3 #4717 5-16-11 3:08AMLike Reply
I have an amazing idea (well I think so)! They should integrate Phineas and Ferb to spruce up Innoventions! I think it would be a great pairing! Am I crazy?
loveofgage - that could be good too! They need to keep Walt's vision of furthering technology but I feel bad for Innoventions. It doesn't get much love. They need to do something. - AKMouse376.5 #364 5-14-11 10:37AMLike Reply
I love the house at Innoventions. - LoveLove345.9 #418 5-14-11 10:38AMLike Reply
Stephen got me nostalgic talking about his grandpa. My grandpa's favorite was the prisoners trying to get the keys from the dog on POTC. What are some of your favorites that were passed down from past generations of Disney fans?
Tom Sawyer's Island & the Canoes were my dad's favorite! I love it too! I passed down my love of the Electrical Parade to my daughters. - nittywitty194.9 #1697 5-13-11 11:53PMLike Reply
She looked great... I would wear that to DL if I had an occasion. Grown up ladies should be able to dress like princesses too! - AKMouse376.5 #364 5-13-11 10:54PMLike Reply
How can someone be over dressed? If they want to look good, then I say let them. Perhaps she was proud of the film and wanted to look good for it. Like a second date she was excited for or something. haha. At least she wasn't in jeans and a tshirt. - craziemutant109.6 #2904 5-13-11 10:55PMLike Reply
Three years ago today my husband and I got married... AT DISNEYLAND! It was a great day and it has been three great years. Looking forward to a lifetime of more Disney memories!
I waited for an hour and 30 minutes for soarin. It was all good though because of the air conditioning lol - brookerly95123.0 #2677 5-11-11 1:35PMLike Reply
I know there is Magic, but what specifically sets Disneyland apart from any other theme park? Part of it for me is the attention to detail on EVERYTHING!! What is it for you?
Same! You never see anything generic, everything is themed, down to the last detail. It's amazing! The other thing that blows us away is the cleanliness! - TandAlly213.5 #1434 5-10-11 11:11PMLike Reply
Oooh the dole whip....mmmmmm....how did I forget! - TandAlly213.5 #1434 5-10-11 11:12PMLike Reply
It has more personality than places like six flags. The atmosphere, the people, the characters, it is so magical hehe. I do like six flags rides too though but it's a different experience. Definitely not as magical. - Paulina43.5 #3886 5-10-11 11:44PMLike Reply
the helpful cms, the upkeep of every nook and cranny, the smells and sounds. - MrAndMrsDisney16.8 #5398 5-10-11 11:57PMLike Reply
Which character breakfast is the best to go to? Is there a time that is best to go to breakfast to get the most character interaction?
Goofy's kitchen was great for brunch!!! Got a pic with Pluto on the way in, GREAT food, and lots of character interaction. - SpencerPhreak114.6 #2811 5-9-11 8:56PMLike Reply
I like the food at Storytellers better but there are more characters at Goofy's Kitchen. - dizluvr327.8 #487 5-9-11 8:57PMLike Reply
We loved plaza inn. We had the earliest reservation in the morning at 7:10 and we were one of the firsts, gipeto and rafiki held my daughters hand to the table then danced with her, the other character would come and spend so much time with them it was awesome. Once it got busier the characters didn't spend as much time at each table cause they gotta make their rounds but it was very magical - happilyEVERafter61.4 #3543 5-9-11 9:07PMLike Reply
We dud goofy kitchens brunch food was good and there was lots if interaction with the characters a conga line lots of fun - sylviamta16.1 #5503 5-9-11 9:13PMLike Reply
