Full List of Restaurants Reopening at Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, and Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel Released

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Disneyland Resort has announced all of the dining locations that will be open at both theme parks and Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa upon reopening on April 30. In addition to Disneyland classic, food items from “A Touch of Disney” are also sticking around including the 1/2 Monte Cristo, Brisket Mac ‘n Cheese, and … Read more

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Will Reopen April 29th at Disneyland Resort

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According to the official Disneyland website, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa will plan to reopen on April 29, 2021. The Disneyland Hotel and Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel remain closed and will reopen at a later date. Disney Vacation Club Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa will plan to reopen May 2. No … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (11/17/20): Fireworks Testing at Magic Kingdom, Voice of Brer Rabbit Comments on Princess and the Frog Retheme Coming to Splash Mountain, Tour a “Lion King” Suite at Disney’s Art of Animation, Tony Baxter and Greg Hale Inducted into IAAPA Hall of Fame, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Tuesday, November 17, 2020. Walt Disney World … Read more

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Reopening With No Dining, Shopping, and Only One Pool

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As we learned earlier this month, the Disney Vacation Club Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa will be reopening on December 6, 2020. We now have more details about what experiences and amenities will be available at the Grand Californian when it reopens. As with the rest of Disneyland Resort that is currently … Read more

Disneyland Resort Hotels No Longer Accepting Any Reservations as Theme Parks Closure Remains for the Foreseeable Future

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As the parks of the Disneyland Resort remain closed indefinitely under California’s theme park reopening guidelines, another sign that the shutdown is here for the long run has emerged. Currently, resort hotels, including the Disneyland Hotel, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, and Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, are not accepting any new reservations, including ones … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disneyland Resort 9/7/20 (Labor Day Weekend Crowds, New Posters in the Esplanade, and More!)

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Happy Labor Day from Disneyland Resort! As we expected, this weekend was full of dense crowds and hour-long lines for parking, temperature screenings, food, and merchandise. Join us on our latest trip to Downtown Disney to see all the recent happenings and additions on property. Arrival Process Parking this weekend was a bit more fluid … Read more

Disneyland Resort Hotels Now Accepting Reservations Beginning September 16

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While there has been no official word about Disneyland Resort’s full reopening, guests were recently sent cancellation emails for arrivals through September 5. Now, guests are able to make hotel reservations at select Disneyland Resort hotels beginning September 16. For now, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel are both available, … Read more

Adventures by Disney Cancels Most Trips Through October 31st Due to COVID-19 Concerns

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After canceling all trips through September 30th, Adventures by Disney has announced that, for the safety and well being of all guests and Cast Members, nearly all trips through October 31st, 2020 have been suspended, with the exception of Southern California adventures. From Adventures by Disney: Adventures by Disney has been closely monitoring the latest information … Read more

Disneyland Resort Accepting Hotel Reservations Beginning August 1st

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Though the theme parks may not have an official reopening date, the Disneyland Resort has announced that hotels are currently accepting reservations beginning Saturday, August 1st. The news came in an email to guests currently holding reservations through July, asking them to modify or cancel their reservation. The theme parks were originally scheduled to reopen … Read more

Phased Reopening Approved for Downtown Disney District, Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel

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While Disneyland Resort announced their plans for a phased reopening, they were still waiting approval from local and state government to officially open. As of today, the Disneyland website has now updated to reflect the approved reopening of Downtown Disney District on July 9, and Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and Disney’s Paradise Pier … Read more

PHOTOS: New First Edition Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel Souvenir Mug Arrives at GCH Craftsman Bar & Grill in Disneyland Resort

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Disneyland Resort and beer stein collectors alike have a new item to get their hands on. Today we saw a brand-new souvenir mug at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. The new mug is available at the GCH Craftsman Bar & Grill. This gorgeous ceramic Arts and Crafts style mug features the stained glass art … Read more

REVIEW: New Sorcerer Mickey Cupcake is Pretty But Basic at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

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The bakers at the Disneyland Resort have worked their magic to bring you a brand new cupcake themed to Fantasia‘s Sorcerer Mickey! This vanilla cupcake, available at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, features whipped frosting, shimmering blue sprinkles, chocolate stars, and a milk chocolate hat and ears. This is a very photogenic cupcake. In … Read more

New “World of Color” Dining Package Coming to Storyteller’s Café at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Starting December 15th

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The world is a carousel of color! At Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa in Disneyland Resort, there’s a new “World of Color” dining package coming to Storyteller’s Café. In addition to an All-You-Care-To-Enjoy dinner buffet and non-alcoholic beverage, guests who book this package will receive a voucher that grants access to a preferred viewing … Read more

PHOTOS: “Swappable” Signage Returns to FuelRod Kiosks at Disneyland Resort Parks and Hotels: Swapping Fees Reversed

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As the decision to charge $3 for FuelRod swaps has been reversed, the phrase “swappable” has returned to FuelRod kiosks across the Disneyland Resort’s parks and resort hotels. So far, we’ve seen the signage around Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure, and Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. Kiosks that hadn’t been re-skinned with the $3 … Read more

PHOTOS: Sleep Masks Featuring Mickey, Minnie Mouse and Princess Aurora Now Available at Disney Parks

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After a long day spent exploring Disneyland and Disney California Adventure, there’s nothing like a good night’s sleep. And now Acorns Gifts & Goods shop at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa has a great, new item to help you get the best sleep ever: sleep masks. Mickey Mouse Sleep Mask – $12.99 The first … Read more

REVIEW: Fresh Bites and Colorful Cocktails at the New GCH Craftsman Bar at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

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The new GCH Craftsman Bar & Grill has soft opened at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, adding another dining option for guests of the Disneyland Resort, although it didn’t arrive without inciting some change. White Water Snacks is now known as GCH Craftsman Grill and will continue serving its current menu, but there are … Read more