Keeping your phone secure in your hand just got a whole lot cuter! Earlier this week, a new D-Tech Phone Flipper Accessory was released in Walt Disney World and now they can be found at World of Disney in Downtown Disney. They are a great addition to your phone or phone case and there are … Read more
Ballast Point Brewing Company, a San Diego-based brewery which was founded in 1996, has arrived in Downtown Disney. The official opening of the restaurant isn’t until Wednesday, January 16, but they had a soft opening which I had the opportunity to attend. Ballast Point boasts a beautiful 4,000 sq. ft. glass-enclosed bar and sit-down dining … Read more
Downtown Disney at the Disneyland Resort has come a long way and certainly adds plenty for non-park goers to enjoy. If you’ve never stopped in the WonderGround Gallery, you should! Even if you aren’t in the market for any artwork, they feature creative Disney designs by local artists. The gallery-wrapped artwork can run you in … Read more
In the last year or so, there has been a surge in new t-shirts and Mickey ears at Disney Parks. We imagine this is a way for the company to compete with the growing small business shops that have surged in popularity for producing Disney-inspired merchandise. And while the non-Disney licensed merchandise tends to be … Read more
We have some exciting news, folks! White Water Snacks and the new pool bar at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel and Spa have been under construction since September. These fan-favorite locations are undergoing a massive refurbishment, and we finally have a construction update for you. White Water Snacks and the new pool bar will be accessible … Read more
Well, people, the day is finally (almost) here! Beer lovers rejoice as we have a set day for the official opening of Ballast Point Brewery: Wednesday, January 16, 2019! Disneyland’s first-ever brewery will see a soft opening this week before the grand opening next Wednesday. The brewpub will then be open daily from 10:00 am … Read more
Minnie Mouse is our favorite style icon icon and she never fails to share her fashion with Disney Parks guests. At World of Disney in Downtown Disney, guests can now purchase items from her new “Rock the Dots” 2019 collection. This collection features plenty of clothes and accessories that are sure to make you feel … Read more
Let’s get the celebration started! Just yesterday, World of Disney opened to guests with new Mickey 90th anniversary “Get Your Ears On” merchandise at the Disneyland Resort. While the “Get Yours Ears On” event doesn’t officially start until January 19th, the new line of merchandise is here and it is amazing. From clothes to collectibles, guests … Read more
Disneyland annual passholders will be the first to have the chance to get merchandise inspired by “Get Your Ears On – A Mickey & Minnie Celebration” this Monday. On January 7th, passholders will get exclusive early access to shopping opportunities throughout Downtown Disney from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM. Select shops will be open for … Read more
Vegan guests rejoice! In an effort to commit to more plant-based options, Salt & Straw in Downtown Disney has introduced a new line of Vegandulgence “ice cream” flavors. Salt & Straw’s plan is for their menu to be at least twenty percent plant based by the first half of 2019. And they are beginning the … Read more
The holiday crowds have been rough at the Disneyland Resort Theme Parks but at least there are a bunch of new sparkly ear headbands to help up celebrate the new year (and our monorail doors stay on…) A sunny morning in SoCal, the new Starbucks in Downtown Disney was busy. Windows look completed at Ballast … Read more
Disneyland and Walt Disney World now have new 2019 light up headbands available for purchase. Just like all the other light up headbands in the past, the new headband is also made out of plastic. The headband features confetti and ribbons as well as a big 20 on one ear and a 19 one the … Read more
With the New Year fast approaching, World of Disney has finally rolled out the new 2019 logo merchandise at the Disneyland Resort. For guests looking to add new items to their Disney merchandise collection, you’ll love these new products. The center entrance to World of Disney, located directly across from the tram drop-off, features all … Read more
We decided to take a very quick trip around Disneyland Resort on Christmas morning before the crowds became completely out of control. Aside from it taking 40 minutes from exiting I-5 to actually parking, the security line and tram wait was short at 8:30 am. For APs, the parking attendant was clear that ONLY Signature … Read more
The end of 2018 is near, but the Disneyland Resort continues to thrive. We’re bringing you the latest updates, including what’s going on with the new parking structure and other resort construction. We’ll also take a look at the opening of the Tropical Hideaway. Parking Structures and Downtown Disney The view from Mickey and Friends parking … Read more
After extensive refurbishments and several locations closing and re-opening in the last year, Downtown Disney has gone through quite the change. Several businesses have been closed for construction and the latest opening, after refurbishment, is Wetzel’s Pretzels. The new exterior looks similar to many other refurbished buildings, such as Napolini Pizzeria that just opened back … Read more
