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The Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort is open to guests. The only part of the resort currently open, many wonder if it is worth a visit. Plus, how the district is expanding to include the parks. From eating insects in ice cream, to shopping for Disney merchandise, Downtown Disney district has become a popular spot for Disney fans while waiting for the Disneyland theme parks to be allow...

As Disneyland's closure surpasses the 7-month mark, with no end in sight, some are beginning to wonder if there is any way that Disneyland could reopen, at least partially. Learn what other Southern California Theme Parks are doing to let guests in their gates, and what we would love to see Disneyland do. Could Disneyland Do A Partial Reopening? Today we are discussing some creative ways that Them...

How much will you spend on souvenirs? Is a $200 lightsaber really worth it? What are some of the best and worst souvenirs at Disneyland? That is what you will find out in this episode of the Disneyland with Kids podcast as we tackle the best and worst souvenirs and extras at Disneyland Resort.  Best Souvenirs at Disneyland - And The Worst One of the most popular questions in the Disneyland with Ki...

If you are planning a trip to Disneyland, you will need the Disneyland App! From ordering food, to checking wait times, cutting lines, and more, the Disneyland App is your key to an amazing, magical Disneyland visit. Check out the best parts of the app in this episode of the Disneyland with Kids podcast. The Disneyland App - Why You Need It Today we are talking about some of our favorite tips and...

When you say Disneyland with Kids, you probably think of younger children, but today we are talking about taking your teenagers to Disneyland. Disneyland with Teens - is it a good idea? What is there for teens to do at Disneyland? What tips should parents of teens know before their vacation? Answers to all this and more from our experts and parents to teens! Disneyland with Teens While many of our...

We hate to say it but there is a lot more to do in Southern California than just Disneyland. From other Theme Parks (like one with a wizard) to beaches, zoos and beyond, you can find a lot to do when you need a break from Disneyland. In this episode of the podcast we are talking about things to do in Southern California on a non-Disneyland day. After listening to this, we really think you will wan...

Maybe you are a Disneyland regular who is planning their first Walt Disney World vacation? Or maybe you frequent Walt Disney World, but are making a voyage to the original Disney theme park. Either way, if you are planning a vacation to the "other park" there are going to be some big differences. From size, to how far in advance you can make reservations... today we are covering some of the bigges...

2020 has been a wild and crazy ride, especially in the Disneyland realm. Today we are giving an update of Disneyland info and talking about which ride describes how we each feel about 2020. Welcome, to season 2 (yes... season 2) of the Disneyland with Kids podcast! 2020 really has been a wild ride... Mr Toad should be worried his attraction may be rethemed as an ode to this year. From an unprecede...

The great American Road Trip! One of the best destinations to road trip to is Disneyland. And that is exactly what we are talking about in today's episode of the Disneyland with Kids Podcast. From how to pack your car for a road trip, to how to keep the kids entertained, our road trip warrior experts are helping you plan to that everyone is still smiling when the vacation is over. After listening...

The Paradise Pier Hotel at Disneyland Resort is one that is appealing to many families who want to stay at a Disney owned property, but don't want to pay the big bucks for the Disneyland Hotel or Grand Californian. But is the Paradise Pier Hotel worth the cost? What is the theming of the hotel? Is it Disney enough? How far is the walk to the parks from Paradise Pier Hotel? We are covering it all f...

Disneyland has announced a reopening date! We have all of the information you need straight from Disney PR and we are letting you know what it means for your Disneyland vacation. From ticket sales, to hotel reservations, and things that were missing from the press release, we are talking about it all in this bonus episode of the Disneyland with Kids podcast. Disneyland Reopening In this episode, J...

Planning a trip to Disneyland and wondering if you should stay at the Disneyland Hotel? Or maybe you are wondering what the rooms are like? Should you make time to visit the pool? And what perks do you get when staying at the Disneyland Hotel. That is what we are covering today. The Disneyland Hotel dates almost back to the opening of Disneyland. Check out why this hotel is so magical that it brin...

What happens when you spend all that money and time to travel to Disneyland... and get sick? Maybe it is a virus or bug, dehydration, motion sickness, or a reaction to something. The thing is, sometimes you get sick, even at the happiest place on earth. In this episode of the Disneyland with Kids podcast, we are covering everything from having an illness that is contagious, to where to find the Fi...

Booking your Disneyland vacation and dreaming of a stay at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel and Spa, but not sure if it is worth the price tag? We are sharing all about the Grand Californian, giving a detailed review, from the magical touches, to a few cons. Is this hotel worth the price tag? Is it a good fit for families? What perks do you get at this hotel? You won't want to miss the insider inf...

If you are planning a Disneyland vacation, you may be wondering, what movies should you watch before you head to California Adventure. Disney theme parks focus heavily on their box office hits, and while we know that Disneyland movies are highly focused on the animated classics, you may wonder what to expect over at California Adventure. We have you covered with everything you need to watch before...

If you are hoping to go to Disneyland in the next year or two, and are looking for something fun to do at home to prepare for your trip, we have you covered! We are talking about all of the Disney movies you will want to watch before you visit Disneyland Park. From Disney animated classics, to adventures in a Galaxy far, far away, we cover what movies you will see represented in the park. In This...

Avengers Assemble! Avengers Campus is searching for recruits starting summer 2020! Check out everything we already know, what we are hoping to see in this new land, and more in this episode of the Disneyland with Kids Podcast. In This Episode - Looking Forward to Avengers Campus In this episode, Julie, from Mom Rewritten , and Jessica, from The Happiest Blog On Earth , are talking about the upcomi...

On March 14, 2020 Disneyland Park and Disneyland California Adventure Park have closed due to the Corona Virus. The Disneyland Hotels will close March 16, 2020. In this episode of the Disneyland with Kids podcast we are sharing what we know about the closures and what guests will need to know about their vacations. In This Episode - Disneyland Parks and Hotels Close In this episode, Becca from Thi...

Spring is a great time to visit the Disneyland Resort. What special offerings can you expect during Spring 2020? What is new at Disneyland Resort, and how is Rise of the Resistance impacting how you should plan for your Spring vacation? In This Episode - Planning for Spring 2020 at Disneyland In this episode, all 4 co-hosts, and founders of the Disneyland with Kids community are sharing about Spri...

If you like to taste lots of food and drinks while at Disneyland, then this is the podcast episode for you! Disney California Food and Wine Festival kicks off this week at Disneyland and we are here to share all about this annual event. What to know about Disney California Food and Wine Festival at Disneyland with Kids. In This Episode - Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival Jessica f...

  This is the debate we have been anticipating... Fastpass vs MaxPass! Two very similar systems to avoid the lines at Disneyland, but one is free and one is an additional charge. Find out the similarities, and which one may be right for you in this episode of the Disneyland with Kids Podcast. In This Episode - Fastpass and MaxPass at Disneyland: Becca from This Crazy Adventure Called Life and Lesl...

Are you Resistance Ready? If you are heading to Disneyland Resort and hoping to ride Rise of the Resistance, then this is the episode you have been looking for. In This Episode - Rise of the Resistance: Becca from This Crazy Adventure Called Life chats with co-hosts Leslie from Trips with Tykes, Jessica from The Happiest Blog On Earth and Julie from Mom Rewritten about Rise of the Resistance at St...

In This Episode - Disney Princess Breakfast Adventures: Leslie from Trips with Tykes and Jessica from The Happiest Blog on Earth are sharing all about Disney Princess Breakfast Adventure, a character dining experience at the Disneyland Resort. Leslie and Jessica reminisce on visiting Napa Rose together to experience Disney Princess Breakfast Adventure. With a high $125/person price point, we often...

Happy New Year! We thought it was only fitting to have our New Year's Day podcast cover Lunar New Year. Find out what you can expect from Disneyland's Lunar New Year celebration held at Disney California Adventure Park. In This Episode: Julie from Mom Rewritten and Jessica from The Happiest Blog on Earth are sharing all about Lunar New Year, including their favorite parts. Lunar New Year kicks off...

Merry Christmas and happy holidays! We here at Disneyland with Kids wanted to give a special bonus episode to our followers on Christmas Day as our gift to you. We are reflecting on some of the biggest moments of 2019 and looking forward to Disneyland in 2020. From new lands, to new parties, and record breaking crowds (in a good way) we talk about major events that happened at Disneyland in 2019....