The Little Mermaid Ariel's Undersea Adventure Loading Area Revealed

Saturday, May 21, 2011

It's almost time for The Little Mermaid Ariel's Undersea Adventure to open!
On Thursday the construction walls came down, and we were all able to see what the loading area of the ride looks like. 
I took these pictures Friday night after Disney California Adventure closed, and everyone was leaving after the last performance of World of Color. 
 During the day, the attraction was running for a long line of cast members. On my way out of the park I had a conversation with a couple cast members saying that the ride is really amazing inside. I know I can't wait to find out for myself... how about you? 
















The Little Mermaid Ariel's Undersea Adventure opens June 3, 2011.

Captain Blackbeard Now at Disneyland and Walt Disney World

Friday, May 20, 2011

Rendering of Ian McShane as Captain Blackbeard in the Pirates of 
the Caribbean Attractions at Disney Parks
Photo © Disney
Starting today at Disneyland and Walt Disney World, you can catch the appearance of Captain Blackbeard from the new movie Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.
Captain Blackbeard played by Ian McShane will take over Davy Jones ghostly waterfall scene in the grotto of the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. 
If you are a Davy Jones fan have no fear, as he will return to the attraction later this year. 


Great Photo Ops Around The Disneyland Resort Part 1

Thursday, May 19, 2011

One of my favorite things to do at Disneyland is capture as many photos of my Little One as I can around the park. Getting pictures with all the great Disney characters is a given, but did you know there are also plenty of spots around the resort just waiting for you to snap a picture or two? 
Let me show you a few of our favorite spots that we always like to take pictures at, and you don't have to be a kid to take a picture with them. 
 In Fantasyland right outside the Mad Hatter shop is a pink teacup just waiting for you to slip into. If the Mad Tea Party makes you dizzy, have no fear this teacup will not spin. 
Just around the side of the Mad Hatter you will find a little door. This is one of my favorite spots to take pictures of my Little One. It's right in front of the Mad Tea Party and next to Alice in Wonderland. I've been taking pictures of my Little One since he was just a crawler. It's been fun to watch him grow with these photos, and these days he likes to see if anyone is home. Unfortunately for him no one is ever home, and he can't get through the door like he would want. 
Knock Knock.
 Just a baby. 
 Our next spot is right behind Dumbo The Flying Elephant.  It is sometimes overlooked because it's tucked to the left backside of the ride. Can't make it on the ride? Luckily you can still get your picture with that lovable elephant here. 
Now let's walk over to King Arthur Carrousel and head to the front. 
 Try your luck at pulling out the Sword in the Stone. Sadly the Little One has not been successful and has not become the King of England yet. He sure has fun trying though. 
No luck with Mickey either.
While you are at The Sword in the Stone head over to Mr. Toad's Wild Ride. 
Parked out front is Toady's motorcar waiting for you. 

Now that we are done exploring our favorite spots in Fantasyland, let's head over to Mickey's Toontown.
Mickey's Toontown is loaded with endless opportunities for great photos, here are a few of our favorites. 
 Throughout Mickey's Toontown are vehicles to jump in. Our favorite is probably the fire truck located right in front of the fire station. Not only can you pretend to drive the fire truck, but you can also hold on at the back too. 
 Mickey Mouse has this sporty red convertible parked right outside his house, and Goofy has a green car (above) parked out front at his playhouse. 
Before you leave the fire station to head over to Mickey's house, make sure you go around the corner because Horace Horsecollar left a weigh bar right out front of his gym. Test your strength to see if you can pick it up or make silly faces as you try. 
There is also the Dog Pound right next door.
There are so many spots all over Disneyland that you can take your pictures at, that I didn't cover today. The possibility for magical memories is endless.   
I hope you enjoyed our favorites, and next time I'll take you across the way to Disney California Adventure. 

Wordless Wednesday -Random Photos Around Disneyland

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

The Cell Phone Series
Which one is your favorite this week? 









Remembering the Original Star Tours

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Photo Courtesy of Chad from Days in the Park

With the anticipation of Star Tours- The Adventures Continue opening on June 3, 2011, I thought it would be fun to revisit the original Star Tours we've all come to love over the years. 


How many of you remember this commercial from the late 80's advertising Star Tours?
Sadly  I don't remember, so it was fun for me to see this.


And while we are reminiscing the past, here is the complete Star Tours ride to remember. 

Star Tours -The Adventures Continue opens at Disneyland on June 3rd. 

ABC Disney Photo Theme: The Letter M is for...

Monday, May 16, 2011

Each week I like to post photos taken at Disneyland that start with a letter in the alphabet, and this week ABC Disney Photo Theme starts with the letter "M".
M stands for...

Mickey 
Milk on Main Street
Mickey's
Monorail passing the Matterhorn
Monstro
Map
Mice
Mushu, M, and Mulan
Mater, Mommy, M, and McQueen
Mickey, M, and Minnie
Manny and M
Mailbox
Maggie
Mickey's Fun Wheel
Monsters
Mansion
Missed any of my posts for ABC Disney Photo Theme? Check here to see them all. 
Thanks to That Disney Blog for hosting The ABC Disney Photo Theme. Want to play along too? Visit her page, and let her know I sent you.