I wouldn't be able to get my family in that sub! John would freak,as he's wayyyy claustrophobic! and Kadence hates to e sealed up like that, plus if it was dark for-get -it!
We saw Darth Vader and a few Storm Troopers a few weeks ago at a hockey game and Kadence wouldn't go near them! Too big and scary!
2nd breakfast, love it!
Ya, those subs are NOT for your family! They are small and you definitely feel closed in. I'm glad we did it, but in no way would I rush to do it again. I'm guessing tween boys think it's awesome though.
Oh that made me nostalgic for 20,000 leagues, I loved that ride! I will definitely be going on Nemo next time we make it to CA, not that I have a clue when that will be. Although I imagine I'll fit a lot "differently" into that sub than I did at 14 or in college.
I heard on a podcast recently that Jollly Holiday seems to vary by time of day, if you go during the busy time, food is fresher and thus better? though with the pastries not sure it would matter. It is absolutely adorable.
I believe I had heard that same thing about Jolly Holiday....or someone told me? I can't remember!
We will try it again next trip, the location is just superb, and it's too cute to not try again. I WANT to like it.
Umm, I can see why Henry was a bit nervous about getting on the submarine. While I'm not claustrophobic, it looks like a pretty tight squeeze and I'm not sure I'd like sitting there for long.
Too bad the second breakfast wasn't as good as you expected but the setting was beautiful.
It really is! Those subs are small! It was definitely a unique experience.
The setting and location of the Jolly Holiday can't be beat! I hope next time we enjoy it more.
My family visited
Disneyland when I was about 4 1/2. 20,000 Leagues is about the only thing I remember. I think I liked it, but was probably a little claustrophobic too.
I was surprised Henry didn't like it - but, he was just in that "scared" phase. I bet at 5 or 6 he'll love it!
I'm sorry the Nemo ride wasn't a success. I remember the original version, and also when they took it "out." They just had open water. I think they were trying to figure out what to do with it.
Luckily Nemo came along!
Mmm, second breakfast!! The choices looked delicious, too bad they weren't as good as they looked. I do love all the details. How big is it inside? I'm trying to place what it used to be....
I haven't convinced my cousin yet. She's worried that we won't be able to do anything with Madelyn. I am definitely trying hard to convice her of the contrary.....
Inside the Jolly Holiday isn't too big, it's just basically two queues...I don't think there is any seating space at all inside. And while I know I have read what it used to be, I can't remember either!
How has the convincing gone? There are so few rides Madelyn can't do! You guys would have a ball!
Awe.. you are making me want to go to DL!!! So much has changed. Isn't it interesting though how things can be different from WDW though, like the lines.. who would think that the sort of "free for all" that takes place in DL would work...but I don't remember every having an issue. I think you are right about making it feel as though they live there though... very good point.
I sooooo want to go back to Disneyland! Looking at my pictures makes me want to book a trip NOW! I was hoping we would get back in 2013, but I'm just not sure it will happen.
What a cute little restaurant. You're right - LL would LOVE that!
I have never seen the inside of one of those subs before - YIKES! That does look a little....I mean A LOT claustrophobic. Can you imagine getting stuck in one of those *shudder*
Henry is looking tall these days!
Oh gosh, to get stuck down there! That would be AWFUL!
Our extra few minutes that we just sat there was long enough!
DS4 loved the Nemo subs for the first 4 times we rode them on our last trip (he's obsessed with all things ocean/sea creatures), but on the 5th time he noticed that another child didn't like it and asked me why she was scared. Silly me, I told him, and from then on he didn't like it!
I like it, but I agree it's a long time in a small space.
One of my favorite DLR tips is that you can go to the wheelchair entrance for the Nemo Subs and ask for the non-submarine version of the ride, and they take you into a room with a few chairs and you get to be at "mission control" and then you watch what is basically a short movie of what you'd see if you were on the subs looking out the portholes. We've done that with a friend who couldn't get down the stairs of the sub, and another time with a young kid who was nervous about going in the subs. It's a wonderful place to take a short break from the crowds!
Love the photos from Jolly Holiday! I'm looking forward to trying it on our next trip. Honestly, I don't expect as much from the food at DLR as I do at WDW. One of the lessons we've learned is that because of how the tunnels and kitchens at DL are set up, the food is better the closer you are to Blue Bayou and Club 33. I can't remember which of the many Disneyland books I've read talked about that, but we've found that to be mostly true with a few exceptions.
Oh! That's a bummer about your DS4! I hope he comes around soon...I'm sure he will. I bet the next time we go Henry will be all about it.
That is very neat about the non-submarine version of the ride! I'll have to keep that in mind for future trips! It would just be neat to see.
I have heard that about DLR too. Really though, I think everything else we had from throughout the parks was REALLY good. I remember hearing they have tried to kick the food up a notch with all the new menus that have gone in lately. I still crave the Hungry Bear. Drool.
I agree about the Nemo ride being cramped. I remember being freaked on the old 2000 L back in '75 as a high school senior, but I still went on the Nemo to see what they did with it - just like you, once was enough!
I remember the characters "roamed free" in the MK back in the '70s. I guess WDW has more east coast aggression and in DL everyone has CA chill?
I can understand why so many people loved the 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea ride, it's incredibly unique...but man, I'm more than willing to skip it!
about the aggression versus chill. Who knows! It might be that surfer attitude!
I ventured to guess it was because it was the off season, not many visitors in the park-lots of locals who might not even care to meet the characters since they are there so often. Less people care about them. And I do think DLR overall does have a more "chill" vibe, it's soooooo much easier and laid back due to the size, so perhaps that attitude stays with the guests and they aren't as stressed or tired (or crazy!) It was really neat seeing them wander free!
I love the update! I remember riding the subs at WDW so many years ago
I do remember being a bit scared when I was younger, but grew to love that 20,000 Leagues ride
Thanks for letting me see inside those subs again!
The Jolly Holiday bakery looks so charming! It reminds me of the Plaza restaurant and ice cream area on Main Street
You said that the child swap was different at DL. What do they do differently there?
I remember the free roaming characters at WDW too. The folks back in the day werent quite as nice and orderly as they are at DL!! People were always shoving their kids up to the characters when we were trying to get a picture. We always had lots of random people in our pictures from the early years
Cant wait to read more!
Your welcome! I'm glad they brought back some memories!!!
Yes! The Jolly Holiday reminds me a bit of that on Main Street too. It fits in very nicely with the overall feel.
Child Swap does work differently, I'll cover this more in my report, but, instead of getting a FastPass you get a 5x7 piece of cardstock with the ride name/info on it. You take that to the EXIT queue of the ride. Same with Single Riders, you go through the Exit...but some work a bit differently and sometimes it's hard to tell where exactly you need to go!
Oh, how fun that you rode Nemo! Sorry Henry was so nervous the whole time! I remember being a little nervous when I was little on the 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea version -- especially when the giant squid appeared! Then, as I got older, it ended up being one of my favorites!
Adorable picture of Henry with the Stormtrooper!
In love with the Jolly Holiday decor -- so cute with all the Mary Poppins stuff!
I think as Henry gets older he will love the subs too. What young child wouldn't? After he gets over his fear of the unknown and understands subs more, I bet he'll love it.
At least I hope so!
: Glad I can provide some insight! You will have a WONDERFUL time! Let me know if you have any questions!
but, at least I got to see her up close. Here are a few shots from that:
