Mermaids at Disneyland! History and adventure at the Park

[@eesimo]

This was classic Randomland! Loved the video Justin! Keep them coming!

[@nicesky360]

Ahhhh Disneyland. It's good to be back. Dude that was fun, especially the Pirates of the Caribbean solo style.

[@lmErnest]

I love these old photos and videos of the park.

[@pinkpegasus6144]

This is a great reminder that things are always changing!

[@elansmith9291]

Coming from a massive fan with an outside perspective… early randomland videos were informational, sure, but somewhere along the way you invented a style of vlogging that people STILL can’t replicate: the hyper-edited/high humor/cartoon-like voices/improvised comedy style. Even a staff of writers could not make something as plain as eating a Disneyland corn dog as entertaining as Randomland was able to make it, especially on the fly. Randomland also had zero regard for how the people around filming thought, which encouraged viewers like me to be ourselves even if people judged us for it. The enormous views on those videos speak for themselves. The new informational/TV Documentary style is cool, but there’s just so many of these informational channels now. I still love this channel but it’s like watching someone with the talent of Conan O brien read the news with no jokes. Or Superman taking up a 9-5 job. It’s like watching someone catch lightning in a bottle but then emptying it out for some Mountain Dew. Every time there was a new randomland video I got so excited for a new ADVENTURE, since that’s what the R stands for, but now I feel like I’m clicking on a Guy Fieri road trip tv show, or an offhand Disney/fresh baked video. Don’t get me wrong I love those Channels but anyone can make those if you are dedicated enough. The old adventures were masterclasses in improv comedy/editing/entertainment. Talking with other fans on forums made me realize I’m not the only one who thinks like this.. I hope one day randomland reverts back to that insane style only Randomland can capture, but I understand if that’s not the goal for the channel. Still love the channel and will be clicking like every time.❤️

[@chiconian49]

What he said. 😆

[@GoodGuyGlennPresents]

Well said.

[@ferg1680]

@Elan Smith- I read your comment twice and Still Not Sure what your Point is ? The only thing I’m getting from this short story is that you don’t embrace change..Creators Need to Evolve so things don’t get stale.. I think Justin knows exactly what he’s doing....Keeping his Duty Fresh😁

[@migsn.5556]

I think in the previous years, Justin has always been alternating between comedy and documentary, sometimes he does fun adventures or histories of the park.

[@FreeTheTrolls]

Seems to me, he needs to evolve if this is what keeps people clicking, and watching.

[@elireyna9464]

Love the positivity. Most Disney channels have really become stale or negative and this still makes me feel happy.

[@jordanfitch93]

Love the vid 😍 reminds me of old school randomland

[@jamieolberding7731]

JustinScarred 258K subscribers Wow! That's amazing! Thank you Justin.

[@michaelbertovich]

Pirates is and always will be the best “smelling” attraction in Disneyland. The ride details slightly change over the years but the smell remains the same. Love it. Great video Justin. Thanks

[@noir1563]

I remember the Mermaids I was there in 66. When I finally got to go back it was 78 and I asked my friend where are the Mermaids she looked at me like I was crazy. Thank you it was fun seeing them again.

[@sirena1516]

I love learning more history about the parks, even more now because I'm getting ready for my first visit to Disneyland in about a month

[@whoopooped29]

Always love your videos… it was great meeting you at the Mid-Summer Screams. Keep up the good work buddy.

[@joeeckardt132]

I truly love and appreciate your historical episodes. Thank you for your hard work making them.

[@deborahmolenda2112]

Yay Justin! Thanks for all you do... an keep doing! Super video! Never EVER get enough of DISNEYLAND! 😍💞😍

[@Del-Lebo]

Great to see you at Disneyland! Always love every video you do...but...The Disney trips just give me the shivers and sweaty eyes! Your history and experience is just perfect !!!

[@chiablo]

I love it when Justin gives a history lesson! What an awesome time!

[@ravenreine]

Honestly, I'd build the Haunted Mansion's attic in my basement. I do have a soft spot for pirates though. That was awesome about the mermaids, and very much am looking forward to the stuff about the people mover! Thanks so much

[@Stardustfallout]

I love these Disney video that you do! Love hearing the history

[@dansuehath]

I rode the Mules! And I Loved the Indian Village, & the Shooting gallery, but I don't remember seeing the Mermaids. My Nana brought me there on my birthday in 1965. I was 7. I went back on my own when I got out of College in 1979. And I remember it being very hot so I got a Cherry Phosphate & went up in the Swiss Family Tree house in the shade & just people watched until the fireworks & light Parade. Great memories. Thank you! ;)

[@nancybarta8167]

I remember the real mermaids.....they did swim around a bit.I loved Captain Hooks ship!Hated the sky buckets but loved the people mover.I actually rode the airbouncer thingy.

[@stacypalmer1985]

Hello from Scotland love this

[@stevemellin5806]

Very cool video . thank you Have a great week

[@Jessm86]

Truly appreciate this video and all the Insight & history you include. Along with your humor, voice changes and a perfected video quality. No other person can duplicate. Miss your DL videos please give us more ! Lol

[@frenesimyers1895]

You have taken me back to the Disneyland of my youth, when it still was a place of good clean fun. I would go just to see the Mermaids. They would swim under the water too. You are right about the location too and where they came out . There were mermaids.

[@jacobkrug]

huge fan

[@yaniragarcia6634]

I hear you justin!Justin!! The feeling is same here..we never get tired of Disney🤩😍🥰

[@celestborjaas831]

I love randomland ! Specially at Disneyland so nostalgic 🥺♥️

[@mckenziejeanne4508]

Pirates is my favorite Disney ride of all time, both at WDW and Disneyland.

[@docgiggles130]

I'm happy to see a classic type Randomland video from Disneyland. I would not complain if there were more because I can't go there as often as I would like.

[@kathyalston2173]

Loved it!

[@zanetaylor5418]

Justin, thanks for the Disneyland history lesson. I always enjoy these types of videos.

[@iamthebobs6996]

I was born in 1981 and live off of Cerritos and Brookhurst and had passes for so many summers with my neighbors. My mom lived in Anaheim all her life as well. She and my aunt always told us about the mermaids. I don’t remember even going on the subs until the Finding Nemo retheme.

[@DavidVitrano]

There is a rumor that Disney might be bringing back the people-mover. Also, I would love to see a Big Hero 6 ride to replace Star Tours. P.S. Star Tours can be moved to Galaxy's Edge.

[@daveogarf]

I MISS the People Mover! Great place to sit down and take a break while being entertained.

[@boomeratparkpennies3571]

Fantastic video, again! The mermaids also often did a little underwater show for the guests when the submarines passed by. I understand even with rotating Cast Members, the elements were very hard on hair and skin. Maybe that is why they now live on only in Randomland? Thanks for sharing the memories Justin!

[@joannepiatte4026]

Good content Justin. I always like when you show video from years gone. Makes me feel like a kid again. Thanks.

[@gregobaugh3668]

On Walt Disney's Treasures DVD 'Your Host, Walt Disney', there is a segment titled 'Kodak Presents Disneyland 1959'. It has a small part showing the mermaids swimming and lounging in the lagoon. Thanks for your inimitable videos, and keep up the excellent work!

[@wilfredodiaz8743]

Such a joy to view your videos they are both entertaining and informative.

[@paulm.newitt3246]

I remember seeing the Mermaids as a kid in 1966 and 1967. It was quite a sight. BTW, there are photos out there of the Mermaid auditions held at the Disneyland Hotel swimming pool! It was the chlorene in the water that pretty much ended the Mermaid program.... I also remember driving the Flying Saucers... you had to lean into them to make them work.

[@tiffanyb.7596]

Yes I would build Pirates of the Caribbean in my basement!! My entire family’s favorite ride of all time. Thank you Justin SUPER FUN! 🤗

[@melissajensen3166]

Great video Justin. Pirates has to be my all time favorite ride. Watching it, I can smell the pirate water!

[@trinityyauroraa7892]

I’m so happy you’re back at Disneyland! I love your videos and love your personality!! Can’t wait for the next one!!

[@adurham9647]

Such a great video! Your videos are always such a fun and interesting perspective of whatever or wherever you showcase. Your videos got me through med school and still provide those much needed breaks in residency. Thanks Justin!

[@wlwal1]

Great Times Justin!!! THANKS!!

[@johnbaker1337]

It was nice seeing you back at Disneyland.

[@Hypagemie]

Oh yay you did do another Disneyland video! I somehow missed this! :o Another great video Justin!

[@mmccord4166]

Great to see the return of Disney videos

[@helenedoratelpletzkow7301]

Hey Justin! Have you ever properly explained the origin of the 'Somebody's Mother in Law" gag?

[@beckyfuller6524]

He used to say "It's my mother in law!" as a total joke but Ally's mom got wind of it and got mad. They don't have a great relationship and she doesn't like Justin so he changed it to "Everybody's mother in law"

[@godschosenpeople5084]

This is amazing!

[@Victor-mc1sz]

I would probably build my own version of the Haunted Mansion/Tower of Terror in my basement if I could.

[@jensme1]

Hey Justin love your Disney videos my dad took as to the theater to see his family Robinson he also took us to see all the Star wars movies we loved going to the theater with my dad but then we go to Disneyland and see this was family Robinson attraction there a lot of memories in your videos seriously not just Disney but a lot of places I grew up in Whittier but I live a lot of my later life in Orange county you're awesome don't ever change.

[@mikekimura2532]

Great video! Other motion I loved was the huge Carousel of Progress (America Sings) rotating every few minutes!

[@zerobalanceadventures1778]

Awesome video Justin,loved hearing the history of the mermaids 🧜🏼‍♀️

[@DALEf4u]

I grew up in Anaheim and still live here. I remember the Mermaids when I was little.

[@squeezyewok]

Great video, Justin! Good to see you back in the park and you covered a lot of ground! I never saw a mermaid, but always wished I had. I agree that money was the root cause of taking away that wonderful part of the Submarine Voyage show. After Walt's death, I'm sure the plussing of many attractions went by the wayside. Those cute mermaids really got put through the ringer! I also heard that the chlorine made the blonde's hair turn green over the summers. Now it's the stuff of Disney legend!

[@jasonhansen9]

Loved this. My favorite Disney KZbinr since before that was a thing. The first video I saw was the smelletizer one and I remember thinking you were crazy and weird and hilarious. Keep doing your thing man.

[@TELarkin61]

Always liked your D-Land videos the best. Good to see you're back.

[@Squeak61]

Very cool to hear they still have the submarines.

[@Lcollo]

Love all the history mixed in with the park updates. Maybe with the new live action little mermaid coming out we may get live mermaids once again.. maybe swimming round the nautilus at dlp so I can go visit them 🤣👍

[@markheld995]

The Swiss family tree house was awsome and the old Grey submarine ride was cool too.

[@dontercero1]

Great video 😁

[@kimberlywilson1266]

LOVED THIS VIDEO!!!

[@darkbluenight88]

As a millennial kid who grew up going to Disney (and obsessed with The Little Mermaid) I can confirm seeing the animatronic mermaids during the original submarine ride but never saw the live mermaids hanging out in the lagoon.

[@thenexttube4280]

Amazing 🏝🏄‍♂️😎😎

[@theUselessProfessor]

Great video! Never knew about the changing place for the mermaids. It seems so small! And you were actually in line for Haunted Mansion right behind my KZbin live streamer friends, Becky+Eli 😊

[@rufus_the_cat]

I liked that shot of the fireworks over the Station

[@TheDisneylandInsider]

Nice to see you back in the park, Justin. You and me both were some of the original Disneyland KZbinrs.

[@jordyundieground3270]

Nice shots!

[@GoodGuyGlennPresents]

Great video Justin. Glad you are making content more on the regular again dude...

[@jjsr4023]

My hero

[@aprilpfaender3437]

Love your history videos!! Just a reminder, my son sent you some video from the 1980s and gave you the time stamps for all the old rides that were there in magic kingdom then!😃 If your interested and need it sent again, (We know you are so busy, so thought time stamping would help lots) let us know! It’s pretty cool video my father in law took!! Love your vlogs, they are fun and interesting!!❤️

[@sierram555]

Oh wow, mandala effect. Crazy. 🧜‍♀️

[@chrislambert5249]

Great job 👍..... Thanks

[@hollywoodgeorge]

You’re so lucky to have Pirates of the Caribbean all to yourself! I would totally buy those Indiana Jones merch! 😎😎👍👍👍

[@noahcarpenter68]

I’m currently on vacation @ Disneyland

[@megamalagon8947]

Finally the Disney Parks Content is back!

[@caryschwurack3350]

Awsome video Justin did not know that they had mermaids in 1960s.

[@lesliechu8879]

The Splash Mountain ride is being refurbished into the "Princess Of The Frog" theme ride to be precise! Bubbling Jobaria! 🐸

[@TheNeverPlayedSymphonies]

Pirates of the Caribbean is no doubt the best ride ever created 🏴‍☠️☠️

[@pault5557]

SO MUCH FUN! Can’t wait for your People Mover video!!! Maybe collaborate with Offhand Disney? 😎

[@AM-ic7vn]

Pirates is my Favorite too!

[@moses1240]

We are back

[@logankerr8090]

heard a rumor that Margot Robbie is replacing Depp in the Pirates franchise. if so, they're going to slowly refurbish the ride again. Hate that they could refurbish Splash Mountain. what did the rabbit do to us? that ride didn't even mention the movie at all, it just played the tune while we entered the rabbits world

[@dmestes]

I do remember the mermaids 🧜‍♀️. We visited family there 65, 67 & each time, parents took us to Disneyland … I ALSO remember the Mountaineers 🏔

[@Corgis175]

Loved the revamped Pirates of the Carribean.

[@johnmikel5934]

Great vid J. Is lil' Ally doing well? Not seeing her at the beginning of the video at Disneyland is a surprise.

[@annapleasant2347]

I was there when you were filming. I was in line with my fam

[@vampirecelest]

I like your videos

[@chadbair4674]

#Bring back Swiss Family Treehouse..and while you're at it People Mover....Great to see you back at Disney!

[@britainreynolds7365]

Yes!!!!

[@chiefknowstomuch]

Hey Justin, love the newest video. Question, I remember as a younger man (I’m 50 now) on the pirates ride when floating through the bayou you could hear a banjo playing from inside one of the shacks. I could swear as he was playing it’s like he broke a string, I can only ever remember hearing this once in my life. Have you ever heard the same thing? P.S. how is the van? I hope it got you safely back home.

[@ImaginemProductio]

YAY WE ARE BACK AT DISNEYLANDDDDD

[@garfixit]

Love it

[@chadbair4674]

Justin does his homework for sure. If you're new here check out his Disneyland flashback videos...great detail for the Disney fans

[@johnalvinbelarmino598]

Your back

[@travelingwithmikeandpam9074]

I miss the skyway! The people mover might be coming back! YA!!!!!

[@jeffhaddox2239]

The kinetic energy of the old Tomorrow Land had a promise of the future. Disney seems too have given up the future, in tomorrow land and Epcot.

[@jesseparrish9198]

Got any material of the rocket rods?

[@DigitalMumbles]

I was listening to Disney's Land (great book) and there's a part where he says Autopia goes by a lake and I'm like...what are you talking about?? Now I know!

[@56strine]

Are they bringing back the Mermaids?

[@debpatriot9557]

Your filming just gets better and better. Beyond excellent! Brings back such happy memories! Thank kid!! You are great! ( but Johnny Deep needs to GO! He is evil! )