Disney Pic of the Week – Flags and Banners

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As if Disney parks don’t transfer your mind to another place enough as it is, the extra touches found everywhere add even more elements to really cement happy thoughts. Some of those smaller and not necessarily noticed items are banners and flags that flap in the breeze. I for one have always wanted the heavier … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Flags and Banners"
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Disney California Adventure Part Six of Six

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Yesterday I discussed Disney California Adventure’s (DCA) newest addition, Cars Land. Today I’ll be closing this series of articles with a description of Paradise Pier. Paradise Pier is based on Victorian boardwalks that were once found along the coast of California. It features “Coney Island” style rides and a midway. But before I go into … Continue reading "Disney California Adventure Part Six of Six"
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Paradise Pier in Disney California Adventure

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Paradise Pier at Disney California Adventure by Alan Rappaport.Canon 7D/Sigma 10mm Fisheye, 3.2s, f/16, ISO 400, 10mm focal length, tripod, cropped. Scott is out this week enjoying the New York State Fair. No doubt eating too many fried foods and taking lots and lots of photographs for his photoblog. In keeping with State Fair time, … Continue reading "Paradise Pier in Disney California Adventure"
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Goofy’s Sky School, Restyled Shops and New Restaurants in Paradise Pier Disney California Adventure

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Goofy’s Sky School, Restyled Shops and New Restaurants Will Complete Transformation of Paradise Pier in Summer 2011 ANAHEIM, Calif. – Guests will enjoy wild, hilarious flying lessons beginning July 1 at Goofy’s Sky School, one of several new attractions and restaurants opening in Paradise Pier at Disney California Adventure park. Along with the debut of … Continue reading "Goofy’s Sky School, Restyled Shops and New Restaurants in Paradise Pier Disney California Adventure"
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Group Photos at Disneyland

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This time last week I offered tips on where to pose groups of Guests and who would be willing to take the photo so you can be in it as well, at Walt Disney World. Now it’s Disneyland visitors’ turn to learn and hopefully they won’t get burned by…the sun. Ahem. Yeah so, there are … Continue reading "Group Photos at Disneyland"
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“Re-Imagineering” Disney’s California Adventure

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Photo ©Disney 16 March 2009 — The latest sign of expansion and “re-Imagineering” in Disney’s California Adventure park is the new illuminated “Paradise Pier” sign on the “California Screamin'” roller coaster. Installed overnight between Thursday and Friday, March 12 and 13, the sign reflects the “vintage Disney” themeing that is part of the Disney’s California … Continue reading "“Re-Imagineering” Disney’s California Adventure"
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Resorts – Disneyland’s Paradise Pier

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It goes without saying that I absolutely LOVE Disneyland. On those occasions when I’ve been able to treat myself to a stay on property, my number one choice is Paradise Pier Hotel. If you enjoy beach theming and soft pastel colors as much as I do then you too will adore the rooms and decor … Continue reading "Resorts – Disneyland’s Paradise Pier"
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Disneyland Resort – Panama Canal Trip – Day 17

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May 26, 2008 Disneyland Resort Weather: Partly Cloudy, 60s. The alarm went off bright and early. As I reached for my glasses, they weren’t there. Huh? I hesitated for a moment and then I realized I wasn’t on the ship anymore. 15 nights in one place will do that to you. I opened my eyes … Continue reading "Disneyland Resort – Panama Canal Trip – Day 17"
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Disney Magic Cruise – Port of Los Angeles and Disneyland – Panama Canal Trip – Day 16

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May 25, 2008 Port of Call: Los Angeles — Disneyland Resort Much as we wanted to sleep in, Linda had to disembark by 7:30am so we were up early. While she got ready, I went up on Deck 10 to watch the Disney Magic come into Port. The sun was just coming up which made … Continue reading "Disney Magic Cruise – Port of Los Angeles and Disneyland – Panama Canal Trip – Day 16"
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Back from Disneyland – A Few Observations

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I’m just back from a short overnight trip to Disneyland – we went up to attend Taste – the final signature event of this year’s Food and Wine Festival. Taste was fun – I’ll have more information and pictures up later. We stayed at the Paradise Pier – the last time I stayed there was … Continue reading "Back from Disneyland – A Few Observations"
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