Laura Gilbreath

Laura Gilbreath is a native of San Diego, CA. She has been making the trek up Interstate 5 to Disneyland since she was a small child and terrified of talking tikis and hitchhiking ghosts. She and her husband Lee enjoy trips to Disneyland and Walt Disney World, as well as sailings on the Disney Cruise Line.

Blissful Weddings with a Tropical Flair Await Couples at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa

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KO OLINA, Hawaii – A picturesque setting with island flair awaits couples seeking to exchange vows at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Ko Olina, Hawaii, on the island of Oahu. With seamless service, world-class amenities, and the unparalleled imagination guests have come to expect from Disney, Aulani is the perfect place to start the … Continue reading "Blissful Weddings with a Tropical Flair Await Couples at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa"
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Aulani Builds on Hawaiian Spirit of Caring for Land With Green Technologies, Design Elements

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KO OLINA, O’AHU, Hawai’i – Inspired by the Hawaiians’ deep relationship with nature, which is embodied in the term, mālama ‘āina, or “care of the land,” designers implemented a broad array of green technologies and elements that promote sustainability, energy efficiency and eco-consciousness at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa. “Early Hawaiian society was founded … Continue reading "Aulani Builds on Hawaiian Spirit of Caring for Land With Green Technologies, Design Elements"
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Touring Disney Parks with a Baby

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Guest blogger Becky Breiland of the Mousetalgia podcast (www.mousetalgia.com) shares her experiences at Disneyland and Walt Disney World as a new mom. Whenever I told people that we were headed to a Disney park with a 3-month-old in tow, they looked at me like I was crazy. During our first hour at the Magic Kingdom, … Continue reading "Touring Disney Parks with a Baby"
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New Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Is a Family Paradise with a Touch of Disney Magic in Hawai

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Guests of All Ages Will Discover the Beauty, Stories and Fun of the Islands KO OLINA, Hawaii – Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, combines the beauty and spirit of the Hawaiian islands with the magic of Disney storytelling and guest service, creating an unforgettable family vacation experience. Set on a beautiful lagoon along the … Continue reading "New Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Is a Family Paradise with a Touch of Disney Magic in Hawai"
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Disneyland Resort Photo Update – 9/2/11, Part 2

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The “All Things Disney but Mostly Disneyland” blog is pleased to welcome guest blogger Jason of www.disneygeek.com. Jason will be a continuing contributor here – we hope that you will enjoy his photos and updates as much as we do. Guest blogger Jason of www.disneygeek.com continues with Part 2 of his photo tour of the … Continue reading "Disneyland Resort Photo Update – 9/2/11, Part 2"
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‘Tis the Season to Be Spooky! Disneyland Resort Celebrates Halloween Time 2011 Sept. 16 Through Oct. 31

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ANAHEIM, Calif., Sept. 7, 2011 — The spirit of Halloween Time will invade Disneyland Resort this fall with Disney villains, Mickey Mouse and his friends in Halloween costumes, along with the seasonal transformations of Haunted Mansion into Haunted Mansion Holiday and Space Mountain into Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy. Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort begins Friday, … Continue reading "‘Tis the Season to Be Spooky! Disneyland Resort Celebrates Halloween Time 2011 Sept. 16 Through Oct. 31"
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2011 Disneyland Half Marathon – Race Day

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The 2011 Disneyland Half Marathon started bright and early at 6:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 4. The nice thing about the Disneyland race as opposed to the Disney World races is that most of the hotels (certainly all of the Disney hotels) is within walking distance of the start, so you don’t have to get … Continue reading "2011 Disneyland Half Marathon – Race Day"
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2011 Disneyland Half Marathon – The Results

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I’ll have a more detailed half marathon report tomorrow – it’s been a long and busy day. After the race this morning we spent time in the parks and saw World of Color tonight, so I haven’t had time to write anything up yet. The important part is that Lee and I both finished the … Continue reading "2011 Disneyland Half Marathon – The Results"
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Californian Runner Humberto Rojas Cruises To Disneyland Half Marathon Victory

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Louisiana runner repeats as women’s division winner; Celebrity Drew Carey finishes with personal best time; Half marathon field pushes race weekend total to new event record ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 4, 2011) – Humberto Rojas finished the Disneyland Half Marathon pretty much where he started – in first place. The 27-year-old from Fountain Valley, Calif., led … Continue reading "Californian Runner Humberto Rojas Cruises To Disneyland Half Marathon Victory"
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Disneyland Resort Photo Update – 9/2/11, Part 1

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The “All Things Disney but Mostly Disneyland” blog is pleased to welcome guest blogger Jason of www.disneygeek.com. Jason will be a continuing contributor here – we hope that you will enjoy his photos and updates as much as we do. About Jason: Greetings. I’m Jason and I will be popping up from time to time … Continue reading "Disneyland Resort Photo Update – 9/2/11, Part 1"
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