How To Plan a trip to the Disneyland Resort

Your go-to guide to help you start planning your vacation to the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, CA! Thumbs up if you like Park Tips! Links in the description below to help reference some topics covered in the video.
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[@virtual-toast]

I did a lot of research before my trip to Disneyland last year. The one thing I found that definitely helped me was with regards to California Adventure, specifically Radiator Springs Racers. Get to the park before opening and as soon as the rope drops, go straight to get yourself a FastPass for Radiator Springs Racers, then immediately go and get in the queue for the ride. That way you are already guaranteed two rides on it early in the day :)

[@katiehaag6430]

virtual-toast also if u can get magic morning you can maybe ride it three times!!

[@chynna5365]

virtual-toast

[@mfl8276]

#1 rule when visiting Disneyland DONT STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE WALKWAY!!!

[@emma.328]

Also don't linger in front of the fastpass line waiting for your time, and KNOW WHAT YOU WANT TO ORDER AT RESTAURANTS.

[@Paperheart0405]

Tip: I find if your going to Disneyland, a lot more of the locals go on the weekends, try to go Mon-Thurs.

[@pegabrony2263]

When I go, I recommend always using fast passes! Seriously, they are a lifesaver. My fave ride is in DCA, Grizzly River Run. If you need to cool down go on it, trust me it's an amazing ride.

[@NikkivanZoom]

I'm an annual pass holder for Disneyland Paris, and I've been there many times. But September next year I'm FINALLY visiting the original park and I couldn't be more excited!! These tips are incredibly helpful, thank you!

[@paulinelao5182]

im going to Disneyland today ☺☺☺

[@izzys6683]

Pauline Lao Hope you have a Good Time! 🙂

[@Type-o-negative]

@Rhys Donohoe i have never been to Disney land and i want to go so bad

[@stephenkostiak5769]

I’m going to Disneyland Resort in October 2021 with my parents.

[@kyloken4130]

Stephen Kostiak I’m going in 2019 for my graduation party

[@judahosborne8868]

@@kyloken4130 how was it!? I wanna go someday.

[@losiramari]

Good video! I love how you got basically covered everything in just 8-9 minutes!!

[@timemachine99gx88]

thanks for sharing your videos it helped make my children's trip this week less stressful and extra magical. TRIP OF A LIFETIME THANK YOU SO MUCH

[@Leila_Shae]

I recommend staying at The Desert Palm. It is on the same block s Disneyland and you ate right up to the back of Cars Land and can hear people screaming from the Incredicoaster ( not while you are in your hotel room)

[@brodyadamsthatsme]

This is great. Even though I just live up the coast a few hours there's still a lot of planning that goes into arranging a trip. Thanks for this!

[@simpleplankidd4]

Great info! Love the vids! :) AP holder here ❤️ going on the 18th with my dad who hasn't been in 26 years, I'm so stoked!

[@madisonkatexx3477]

THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH FOR THIS! My family plan to sit around the tv and watch this on our Xbox as we're going very soon! Thanks again!

[@pattersonsrockdisney5138]

Thanks for this video!! We are planning our first trip for our anniversary from Feb 6th to the 10th. We love Disneyworld but we are so pumped to see where it all began and ride and eat our faces off lol I'm a huge Churro fan I mostly excited for that haha. Love you guys and hope to see you walking around the park when we go xo

[@cromulus6877]

you have given so much great information! I really appreciate you doung this. The video on International travel was amazing.

[@marisamosegaard]

wow... what a great video!!!! I'm from the bay area and just got back from Disneyland for my son's birthday... I wish I found your video b4 we left. great info!!! Thank you

[@Just_jessie_3]

Thank you so much for making this! I've been wanting a really good Disneyland planning video so thank you!

[@kimbasciano_]

This was so helpful, Tiff! I live in NY & we have family all along the east coast especially in FL so we go to Disneyworld all the time but, I want to take my son to Disneyland next year since he's never been to California. And the last time I was there I was about 8 years old. Thanks for all the helpful tips! Xoxo

[@TaylahReneee]

Wooo so excited I'm headed to America in 2 weeks and will be at Disney mid January so your vlogs are really helping find the easiest options to save time and money so thank you!! :D

[@1whetam1]

:D

[@miml9280]

I love how you always wear your merch!

[@nicoleb5945]

Thank you so much for providing such informative content! Greatly appreciated, Nicole 🇦🇺

[@maliabever9465]

AHH IM SO EXCITED... I used to live in socal And had a pass. We moved to Hawaii and I got to go in October. I was so happy and I'm going again for my birthday. Bless that I have friends who will drive me

[@shealynngraves3636]

CRYING because now I can't wait to go back!!

[@tsaahCORE]

We are doing the Disney parks world tour.. AP at Disneyland Paris, and already visited Walt Disney World. Tokyo is up next, in December. Next up are Disneyland and Hongkong/Shangai. These videos are amazing, thanks!

[@cristinadiaz9756]

Thanks for all the amazing info. WDW is my home Park but I can't wait to go to Disney Land. Hopefully next Summer

[@Okiedokiea]

same here! I'm watching all these disneyland park videos so i don't miss out on anything!

[@emilyl9570]

I'm going to Disneyland in Anaheim this Wednesday so I will add this video to one of my helpful/Disney videos playlist

[@creatornat]

I'm so excited, I'm going this October! Thanks for the video-helped a lot! :)

[@alicehanks4007]

just got back from disneyland and stayed at a great hotel! it was the fairfield, next to the marriot you mentioned. there was a view of matterhorn, california screamin, space mountain, and, fireworks! they were so nice and rooms were great/cheap.

[@TheMadTeaPatty28]

Disneyland recently added portable charging stations. I know there's one in tomorrowland. You pay $30 and you get a portable charger and I believe it comes with the cords too. And when that one dies you can take it back and get a new one. And you can take them home as well and use them even when you're not at Disneyland.

[@riosfashionvlog315]

Hi Tiff!! Thank you for posting this amazing video. Im visiting for the first time Disneyland Resort in a week from tokyo:):)Im super excited,so I can't even sleep, help!!:):)

[@lifeispricelessacademictut15]

I have been to Disneyland and I had an amazing time!!

[@alejandracervantes9500]

Anaheim Plaza is a good hotel and it's like a 5 min walk from Disneyland if I can remember. Idk I haven't been to Disneyland in a while but about every time I went I stayed here.

[@CityParis]

thank you so so much for this!! gotta start planning 😀

[@ClaudiaSteichen]

This is so SPOT ON I love it! The only thing is the Disneyland resort express doesn't stop at every single good neighbor because it actually is too big for some of their driveways and if people book directly through Disney the cost is a lot less. Can't wait for the WDW one!

[@10MinuteToyHaul]

💜💜💜 Thanks for posting!! Going in July!!!

[@Ashley2Ferreira]

I recommend eating at French Market! It is a QSR, has great food, and has live jazz entertainment. It is right next to the Haunted Mansion, and it may be my bias because that was my work location during my DCP. But I mean... beignets

[@iluvallenandcraig]

Your example about the Matterhorn being closed for refurbishments is literally what happened to me! I went to Disneyland for my 21st birthday about 2 years ago, and I didn't check the website, so I was so disappointed when I arrived and it (along with all of Critter Country) was closed! Knowing wouldn't have made much a a difference though; I across the country and was working around my college schedule so I could only go at that time.

[@gourmet2276]

wishing Sarah,leo,Tiff and Patrick A happy and healthy Christmas.

[@katherineandjeanette2537]

just went to Disneyland for the first time about a month ago and was blown away! stayed at the Grand Californian and it was amazing....the experience itself was too! being from CT on the east coast i frequent WDW...plus im still a cast member in CT....everyone said id be disappointed....i wasnt in the least! planning a return trip 😄

[@1whetam1]

Grand californian is awesome

[@abbymuniz_]

"You have to watch it 4 times everyday" I've never related to something more😂

[@elizabethr5270]

For the Grayline buses/shuttles that Disney endorses, you can also get a round-trip ticket (to your hotel and then back to LAX) for about $48 which really isn't all that bad since other services might charge you around that just to get there! I don't like driving when I vacation by myself and it was a really great option to have this past February when I went. Took the free shuttle from the LAX airport I was at, got picked up by the Grayline bus, got to my hotel, and took the ART bus (which I'm surprised you didn't mention!) to the parks. It takes a bit of time, but it works pretty well for someone who might not want to deal with driving. The only thing is is that you've got to look at their schedule and where they make stops. I don't think they stop at just any hotel- only the ones on their list. But if your hotel is nearby then you'd probably be pretty good! Yeah the ART buses are pretty great too if you're not staying on Disney property or within walkable distance to the parks. If you go on their website, you can find the closest stop to the hotel you're at (sometimes right at the hotel- I stayed at the Holiday Inn Resort this year and it's literally right outside their lobby) and the bus will take you to the parks! I think it's about $3/day too which is a good price. And they run for a bit after close so if you want to stay late then you can.

[@Amusedmai]

From a seasoned traveler to Disneyland: On buses: The supershuttle and other options can cost as low at $20 per a person (one way) and some have children ride free (as does the Disney express). The Disney express has bathrooms on the back of the bus, and has television usually playing Disney movies. HOWEVER most bus/shuttle services have a vehicle arriving for pickup every 15 minutes, and the Disney Express only arrives once per an hour. While the Disney express was great for an experience point of view, we've decided that taking a shuttle is our preference because we've had to wait 1.5 hours for the Disney Express to show up before. With the shuttle we waited about 10 minutes, and the riders only needed three stops, so they happened very quickly.

[@sheem.2450]

This was very helpful!! I am starting to see how much different Disney Land and Disney World is. I am going to WDW this May... And planning a trip to Disney Land next year. (Yikes!! The flight is going to be as much asthe ticket. Coast to coast flight!) Getting there is going to be tricky. *think emoji*

[@stopsins7143]

Thank you 😊 for the tips.

[@breebrumfield1526]

STORYBOOK CANAL IS ONE OF YOUR FAVORITES?! omg I thought I was the only one. Every time I say that people are like "ugh that ride is so boring"

[@HeavenlyImaginings]

Very Helpful :), Thanks Tiff.

[@sheriberman5206]

I took a super shuttle from a Disneyland hotel to LAX last year and it was under $20! You have to do the shared van one for that low price though. It's also super easy to find 5-10% off coupon codes for super shuttle.

[@sheenaplanetadvocate6289]

Make sure that you check out all the menus on the website to pick your must have meals and treats! This saves time!!! The menus are also available on the app. This is also helpful for those with restrictions. However most places can accommodate for your restrictions.

[@MariaFernanda-ij3wu]

Hey this guide was really helpful can you or another thingamavloger do a guide for d23 because I'm going this year and I have no idea how to make the best out of the convention thanks

[@sarahgent2674]

Another thing is, even if your online menu says there's not much you can eat because of dietary restrictions, you usually can get more than it says. If you filter the food on the app, then basically the only vegetarian food you could get would be fruit or popcorn. However, most places have at least one and usually more vegetarian and/or vegan options and, often non-advertised accommodations too e.g. Redd Rocket's Pizza Port do vegan pizza but they don't say they do so you have to ask and it takes a while. Same for gluten free. Most places may not advertise it but they have gluten free versions of whatever they make (which oftentimes is also vegan because then they don't have to make two separate special meals) and you can get it if you ask. Though again it might take a while.

[@lizzfizzle92]

Agree with everything you mentioned! I find that John Wayne Airport is easiest to fly into because it's smaller and less busy than LAX (if your trip offers flights into there) and supershuttle is usually pretty affordable option to get to your hotel. I book online ahead of time. if you use chrome the extension called honey inputs coupon codes and I've gotten cheaper shuttle rides that way :) I went with my fiance and it was 40-50 bucks for both of us round trip for the shuttle ride. It's a shared van so you ride with other people but most of the time everyone else in the van is also going to Disneyland so it's usually not a detour from your destination. also incognito browser is your friend when browsing hotels, they will increase prices if they can track multiple page visits. ahh this makes me want to back to Disneyland so bad! I hope you do a WDW one someday, I've never been but would love to know all your tips for that! I love your travel vids Tiff!

[@SwiftyandDonna]

Thanks for the tips 😃

[@dingdong6434]

I have annual passes and it’s so much fun because my parents can park for no charge and it’s sooo fun! It’s hard to find a fancy place to eat for teens because most of them have more characters for kids and I’m reallly shy 😓

[@melissajuarez2893]

Another tip: Book on hotels.com or Groupon! You can get some pretty good deals. Most hotels have shuttles to and from the park too!

[@ciclallisilva7123]

Love your look 😃my friend had a look like that.☺

[@daniellehumphreys1414]

We are going there in a few weeks :)

[@peter-mickey-chu198]

I Hope You Upload A Video For How To Plan A Trip To The Walt Disney World Resort, Too, Me And My Asian Soulamte That's From Anaheim, California Are Going Very Soon!

[@Bantastic102]

Can you do one for Disney world please!!! I live in Canada and Disney world is technically international and the closest to me. I only went once down there but drove never flew

[@miamoussa2623]

I’m going next month yayyyyyy

[@jimenardguez2525]

Hi! When the time arrives, can you do a video with tips and tricks for the Expo D23 please? Greetings from Mexico 😙

[@NatsLife]

Im planning a trip to Disney and were having massive transport issues! We need to get from the airport to the Disneyland Hotel then we change hotels half way through and need to get to the airport from there. We also need to get transport to Universal in LA from out Anaheim hotel too!

[@madelinebeatlesgirl]

I've gone to Disney World probably 5 times in my life, but never Disneyland! I want to go so bad and hopefully will someday! And id just like to visit California in itself!

[@thepanda6892]

Thank you so much

[@babybeazle3144]

I'm going to Disneyland tomorrow!!!

[@1whetam1]

Awesome

[@soultaker2064]

Can you do a video about the guidelines of how to get in Disney. For example, if you go stay at a resort that’s not a Disneyland resort witch bus would you take that will take you to Disneyland and can you explain where to go to take the train and all. Sorry if this sounds weird but I hope you understand what I’m talking about, I tried to explain the best I can.

[@richardterroni9433]

I'd like to go 10 years from now when the Summer Olympics are in LA but it will probably be jammed pack at that time.

[@ryanjohnson5184]

Super helpful. 👍🏼😬

[@lobosterd634]

Really good video but please do the same for WDW! i am french and i'm planning to go there :) thank you!!

[@katiehaag6430]

Also if u go in September that is a good time to go bcuz there isn't that many people going in the middle of the month

[@mckennawaricksteele7486]

Thanks for the video! My husband and I are going in January 2018 and as an AP I would love to hear from YOU what you think about a few things. 1. After booking our trip I learned that the parks close early (8pm) the whole time we are there. In the past I've always been there when the park is open until at least 10pm. Do you think this is something that we should reschedule our trip over? Disneyland at night is my absolute favorite and so I am just worried that we won't get the most out of our time there. Am I too worried about it? 2. Do they do fireworks in early January? 3. In this video, you said that February is the best time to be there as far as the crowds go. From your experience, is January any better or worse? The same? Sorry for all the questions, I would just love to hear from someone who has spent a lot of time at the park and knows how it really is! Thank you for the helpful videos!! xo

[@martinmartin3150]

😲 a lot of info thx

[@miss-megative2683]

Tiff if you need hotel help for WDW don't hesitate to ask! I'm a pass holder and frequent the Disney hotels. Have had lots of good and bad experiences and a lot of them.

[@Thingamavlogs]

miss-megative Thanks! I've stayed at a lot down there :)

[@jory728]

We recently went to Disneyland from LAX in the Super Shuttles and it only cost 17$ per person

[@kitteridgesimpson8144]

I like the tatoo on your wrist! People probaly say this but hey, when you do, you do

[@boboandlolli0405]

How many days do you think you would have to stay if you wanted to do basically everything?

[@balticsheep]

Disneyland parks just added wi-fi this week!

[@musactr56]

i'll be going with my friend in Sept we are both cast members at WDW and are looking to do as much as possible there knowing that some things are different is 2 days each park enough?

[@gracemills2130]

Hey tiff.. I was hoping you could help me out. So, can you only have one fastpass at a time total, or one fastpass per ride at a time? Also, what would you say are the best pin trading spots? Would you reccomend the single riders line to a family of four for radiator, splash, or other rides like that? We are going the 3rd and 4th of January, so I would love if you could answer some of these questions. My family went a lot (like 12 times in 11 years) before 2014 but then it got too expensive so we haven't gone since. Just want to make sure I'm updated with rides and other events. Respond asap. Thanks tiff!! (Also tell me if the thingamavlogs crew will be at disneyland then and if I can meet you because you guys are amazing!!!)

[@aleisevl]

Im going to Disneyland in October

[@gennettersmith801]

Great tips. We are heading to DLR in July. Any FB forums or any other groups you can recommend

[@redique]

You said they dont have Roger Rabbit anywhere, but they do, Tokyo has the roger rabbit tide too.

[@candicetobes4723]

Im going to both parks this Saturday and I'm sooo confused with where to go first and next and next. Can you pleaseeee help me with this "list" I'm making. This wiuld be our first time to go and only in one day. Btw, I'm a teen 😊

[@Fallenwhun]

i saw u Thursday with a really tall guy. you were exiting adventure land. we were going to say hi, but you were busy with another couple.

[@latishareed8073]

what is the best ages to take your kids

[@nattybrown]

I didnt realise that the parks didnt have Wifi. On their website, it gives hotspots, do these not work?

[@TheSalgado449]

What is the app called to see the times for the shows?

[@nocallerid5542]

Did I cost a lot ?

[@bryanlawson7836]

The BEST Good Neighbor hotel hands down has to be the Residence Inn Maingate.

[@Ben-gx7wz]

Bryan Lawson agreed

[@hannahedithrose]

Are you going to be at Disneyland for New Year's? I'm going to be there and I'd love to meet you :)

[@Darthmoonfairy91]

same here ♡

[@wonggies]

Tiff, do you ever sleep overnight for D23? I'm planning right now to go. I wanted to go starting with D23 but my friend is going to have trouble requesting for that week off so we were going to start with Universal and then go to Disney Parks, then finish off with D23. Any tips?

[@hayleyfanpire]

could a disney world one be done as well? i love these kinds of videos :)

[@Thingamavlogs]

runforcover Eventually!

[@pamelaaceituno7913]

I heard that Disneyland now has wifi, was that a rumour or is it true?

[@hollywilliamson6702]

Because of Tiff's tips, I saved $300 already and I have only bought flights!

[@thisorthatdebates7765]

Make sure you pack comfy walking shoes. We went to the park and my mom forgot to pack them and she was miserable!

[@mirandaperry1889]

I love that I watched this so intently like "oooh that's smart" and like learned stuff about the airport and transportation 😂😂 even though I go all the time and drive there haha shows it's a great vid Tiff! Lots of good info for travelers :)

[@joshbritt9234]

How do FastPasses work at Disneyland? I know it's paper as opposed to the digital at Disney World. Can you have more than one at a time though? Do you have to visit each attraction to get them or can you get all the rides at one FastPass kiosk?

[@Thingamavlogs]

OneGoldenSun You can hold one fastpass at a time and your next one will be available in 2 hours. They are available at kiosks located next to the attraction you want FPs for.

[@AmayzingAmanda]

Hey Tiff! My family is planning a trip for May (we went twice last year so this isn't our first rodeo!) but we're wondering about the fireworks and whatnot. When we went May of 2015 the 60th celebration was happening so there were fireworks every night, but we weren't sure if there will be when we go next May. Are they typically only on weekends? Same question applies for world of color and parades! Also planning on going to Let's Make a Deal (I know you were on that!) and had some questions if you don't mind! Thanks! Love you guys!

[@sheenaplanetadvocate6289]

AmayzingAmanda fireworks usually happen unless there's poor weather

[@Thingamavlogs]

AmayzingAmanda All of that will be on the official Disneyland calendar! -Tiff

[@runrgrl35]

AmayzingAmanda FYI- if you're going around Mother's Day weekend be aware that that is the Tinkerbell race weekend with runs Friday, Sat and Sunday

[@sydyes6145]

Are weekdays in the beginning of march good crowdwise? (like march 1 or 2

[@Thingamavlogs]

Noodle The Doodle It should be ok! It's a little early for spring break.

[@katjak0717]

How long do you recommend to spend in each park for someone who's never visited before?

[@sydneykaminski6177]

Katja K As a local, I would recommend staying most of the day in Disneyland and only part of the day in California Adventure. Usually for me, I go to California Adventure and go on my favorite rides, such as California Screaming, Cars, and the Toy Story Blasters, then I go over to Disneyland. Usually, people go to Disneyland first, so California Adventure lines are much shorter than later in the day. This is just a little tidbit of my usual days there, so I hope I helped!

[@jodiemuna9611]

They have Rodger Rabbit in Tokyo! :)

[@Thingamavlogs]

CAPS&CASTLES Ah you're right! Good call :) -Tiff