YIPPEE!!! Just booked first DL trip!

[**Tinker*Bell*7**]

I was at WDW for the press event to kick off of the HCOE & thought it would be neat to be at DL for the last day. Finally decided it was doable. Just made plane ressie for trip 9/30-10/5. It's my first trip to DL & to California! Any tips from the experts???? :cool1: :cheer2: :banana:

[stagemomx3]

:woohoo: Have a great trip! I'm going to add you to our October Role Call list. :cool1:

[disneycutie84]

Defintely ride all the classics: Big Thunder Mountain, Pirates, Space Mountain, etc.
Tour the hotels. DL Hotel had some really beautiful areas, as does Grand Californian.
Downtown Disney is really fun & can easily be a day in and of itself. Shop, eat, go see a movie, watch performers that are out and etc.
I would also make sure to see Fantasmic! Its a great show and even if you've seen it at WDW, its a different experience here with the rivers of america and different elements to the show.
And most of all...have fun! :banana:

[**Tinker*Bell*7**]

thanks for the tips!

[tinkermell]

Be sure to check out Hydro Guys post about DL verses WDW. Alot of insight for the newbies to DL. Have fun, and what does HCOE stand for? :tinker:

[chellebelle]

I'll be there around the same time as you, Have a great time, where are you staying??

[disneymom8589]

I love, love, love Disneyland. :woohoo: I know you're going to have a fantastic time! Having been to DLR 12 times and MK twice, just know that the attractions will be slightly different at the 2 theme parks. For instance, don't expect to see an exact duplicate of Pirates of the Caribbean. Main Street, also, is set up a bit differently. It was fun experiencing the similiarities and differences at both parks!

Enjoy your time there! :tink:

[mikayla73]

Have a great time! DL is great. I will be making my first trip to WDW next year,so I know how you feel! :goodvibes

[ScooterL]

Don't miss Haunted Mansion Holiday - it's scheduled to open September 29.

Have fun!

Laura

[**Tinker*Bell*7**]

HCOE = Happiest Celebration on Earth


Thanks for all the tips. Can't wait to check it out!!!!

[HydroGuy]

Be sure to check out Hydro Guys post about DL verses WDW. Alot of insight for the newbies to DL. Have fun, and what does HCOE stand for? :tinker:Here is a link in case the OP Tink hasn't found it (too many Tinks around here methinks ;) ): "A DLR Guide for WDW Vets" - www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1162599

[**Tinker*Bell*7**]

that was a great help hydroguy! WOW! :cool1: