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brookelizabeth · 02-28-2012, 09:35 AM

Hello and welcome to my very FIRST Disneyland Trip Report! We have been to Walt Disney World many times (see reports of most of the trips in my signature), but this was our first time headed West!

First a quick introduction in case you haven't followed me on previous reports:

I'm Brook. Certified Disney Parks freeeeak! I love Disney news and rumors, love the parks, love vacation, love palm trees. I cannot go often enough, I'm always wanting to be there....and now with Disneyland under our belts, it has just fed the obsession more. I love Disney vacations so much, I became a Travel Agent last year specializing in it! It's a fantastic job and I've had the sheer pleasure of helping several of my DIS friends plan their trips!

Aside from that, I'm a Momma and we live in New York City!

My DH, Joe. He is thankfully quite in love with Disney Parks as well and is always eager to be on our next trip. He isn't quite the freak I am, but does get pretty excited about it all.

And then there is Henry...the true star of this report! He is our little man. 4 years old and LOVES Mickey's House!

Our dates were January 11-17, 2012. We are DVC members; however, this trip was planned fairly last minute, so we only stayed 1 night in the Villas at the Grand Californian (there aren't many villas and they can be difficult to get!), the other nights were spent at Disney's Paradise Pier. I also took a short Travel Agent class while there that toured the Disneyland Hotel - so you will get to see all three Disney resorts. As a family we toured Hollywood and went to LegoLand California too!

Because this was our first time, I "leading" our family on where to go and when. Joe had the camera most of the time, and I was focused on directing us to experience things that were different than Walt Disney World. As a result, this Trip Report will hopefully present you, not only with the magic and wonder of Disneyland, but also with a real grasp on the differences between the parks.

So, are you ready for the 5 hour flight from NYC to Long Beach? Make sure you are strapped in, your seat is in the upright position and your tray table is put away...here we go!

(and as a funny note, this is the second TR title I've had with a Spanish name in it!

chloe770 · 02-28-2012, 09:43 AM

Here!

mickeystoontown · 02-28-2012, 09:43 AM

Woooo Hoooo! Can't wait to hear all about the Disneyland trip!

jenseib · 02-28-2012, 09:49 AM

AshtonsMom99 · 02-28-2012, 09:51 AM

Im reading friend! Keep em coming......

Now I have to figure out how to do mine.......

that's nice · 02-28-2012, 09:53 AM

I'm here Brook!!!

Can't wait to read all about DL!

jedijill · 02-28-2012, 09:55 AM

I'm in! Henry gets cuter in every report!

Jill in CO

Caretames1 · 02-28-2012, 10:14 AM

I'm here! I can't wait to see this, I know nothing about DL.

pooh'smate · 02-28-2012, 10:15 AM

Joining in. I might not comment a lot but I will be following along.

lovealldisney · 02-28-2012, 11:04 AM

I'm here and ready to follow along! Love all you reports so far! Henry really has grown! Such a handsome little boy!

blessedby3 · 02-28-2012, 11:21 AM

Yay!!! I have been (NOT) so patiently waiting for this

Going back to start reading!!!

princess&her4princes · 02-28-2012, 11:25 AM

Hey Brook!

I"m here, too! Can't wait to hear all about it! Love the start, nice job, my friend!

orangecats2 · 02-28-2012, 11:26 AM

So excited to hear your take on DL. I have been following along on your last 2 WDW TR's but I am a lurker.

disneyfan61 · 02-28-2012, 11:36 AM

Woo Hoo I am here!! Did I make page 1???

jeremysdisneymom · 02-28-2012, 11:48 AM

Saw this on the Disney Mom!!! I am here for the fun! We are planning Disneyland next year so I am anxious to hear all about your trip.

02-28-2012, 09:35 AM	#1
brookelizabeth Jambo Wildbunch Gang Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 11,146	No way Jose! We are going to Disneyland! 3/13 - Movin' on Up! Hello and welcome to my very FIRST Disneyland Trip Report! We have been to Walt Disney World many times (see reports of most of the trips in my signature), but this was our first time headed West! First a quick introduction in case you haven't followed me on previous reports: I'm Brook. Certified Disney Parks freeeeak! I love Disney news and rumors, love the parks, love vacation, love palm trees. I cannot go often enough, I'm always wanting to be there....and now with Disneyland under our belts, it has just fed the obsession more. I love Disney vacations so much, I became a Travel Agent last year specializing in it! It's a fantastic job and I've had the sheer pleasure of helping several of my DIS friends plan their trips! Aside from that, I'm a Momma and we live in New York City! My DH, Joe. He is thankfully quite in love with Disney Parks as well and is always eager to be on our next trip. He isn't quite the freak I am, but does get pretty excited about it all. And then there is Henry...the true star of this report! He is our little man. 4 years old and LOVES Mickey's House! Our dates were January 11-17, 2012. We are DVC members; however, this trip was planned fairly last minute, so we only stayed 1 night in the Villas at the Grand Californian (there aren't many villas and they can be difficult to get!), the other nights were spent at Disney's Paradise Pier. I also took a short Travel Agent class while there that toured the Disneyland Hotel - so you will get to see all three Disney resorts. As a family we toured Hollywood and went to LegoLand California too! Because this was our first time, I "leading" our family on where to go and when. Joe had the camera most of the time, and I was focused on directing us to experience things that were different than Walt Disney World. As a result, this Trip Report will hopefully present you, not only with the magic and wonder of Disneyland, but also with a real grasp on the differences between the parks. So, are you ready for the 5 hour flight from NYC to Long Beach? Make sure you are strapped in, your seat is in the upright position and your tray table is put away...here we go! (and as a funny note, this is the second TR title I've had with a Spanish name in it! ) Table of Contents Wednesday, January 11, 2012 The is the plane ride that never ends, yes it goes on and on my...wait? We're there? Part One. The is the plane ride that never ends, yes it goes on and on my...wait? We're there? Part Two. The is the plane ride that never ends, yes it goes on and on my...wait? We're there? Part Three. Thursday, January 12, 2012 Lucky Number 13. Part One. Lucky Number 13. Part Two. Lucky Number 13. Part Three. Lucky Number 13. Part Four. Lucky Number 13. Part Five. Second Breakfast Time! Part One. Second Breakfast Time! Part Two. Cute Bathrooms and a Giant Whale. Part One. Cute Bathrooms and a Giant Whale. Part Two. The Great Corn Dog Throwdown. Part One. The Great Corn Dog Throwdown. Part Two. The Great Corn Dog Throwdown. Part Three. The Great Corn Dog Throwdown. Part Four. Is that a cat?! Part One. Is that a cat?! Part Two. Is that a cat?! Part Three. Is that a cat?! Part Four. Is that a cat?! Part Five. Is that a cat?! Part Six. Is that a cat?! Part Seven. Friday, January 13, 2012 On-Site Guest Perk! Part One. On-Site Guest Perk! Part Two. Henry & his snacks. Part One. Henry & his snacks. Part Two. Henry & his snacks. Part Three. Two Words: Chicken Nuggets. Part One. Two Words: Chicken Nuggets. Part Two. Two Words: Chicken Nuggets. Part Three. Time for school Disney School. Part One. Disney School. Part Two. Disney School. Part Three. Dinner Off-Site. Part One. Dinner Off-Site. Part Two. The Wonderful World of Color. Part One. The Wonderful World of Color. Part Two. The Wonderful World of Color. Part Three. The Wonderful World of Color. Part Four. Saturday, January 14 A Character Breakfast - Disneyland Style. Part One. A Character Breakfast - Disneyland Style. Part Two. A Character Breakfast - Disneyland Style. Part Three. Hooray for Hollywood! Part One. Hooray for Hollywood! Part Two. Hooray for Hollywood! Part Three. A Wild Goose Chase. AKA: How a GPS Saved my Marriage. Part One. A Wild Goose Chase. AKA: How a GPS Saved my Marriage. Part Two. Until the Sun Goes Down on Santa Monica Boulevard! Part One. Until the Sun Goes Down on Santa Monica Boulevard! Part Two. Until the Sun Goes Down on Santa Monica Boulevard! Part Three. Sunday, January 15 Surprising Henry. Part One. Surprising Henry. Part Two. Surprising Henry. Part Three. There's a reason we have a plan... Part One. There's a reason we have a plan... Part Two. My Obsession with Miniland! (and the rest of our day) Part One. My Obsession with Miniland! (and the rest of our day) Part Two. My Obsession with Miniland! (and the rest of our day) Part Three. My Obsession with Miniland! (and the rest of our day) Part Four. My Obsession with Miniland! (and the rest of our day) Part Five. My Obsession with Miniland! (and the rest of our day) Part Six. My Obsession with Miniland! (and the rest of our day) Part Seven. My Obsession with Minland (and the rest of our day) Part Eight. Monday, January 16 Wrapping up our "Must Do" List Small World & Toon Town. Part One. Small World & Toon Town. Part Two. Small World & Toon Town. Part Three. Small World & Toon Town. Part Four. Small World & Toon Town. Part Five. The Brave Little Boy. Part One. The Brave Little Boy. Part Two. Girl on a Misson Table with a View. Part One. Table with a View. Part Two. Mother of the Year. NOT! Part One. Mother of the Year. NOT! Part Two. Checking off the To Do List. Part One. Checking off the To Do List. Part Two. Movin' on up! Part One. Movin' on up! Part Two. Other Stuff Life Update Cruise Update One week! Life Update - Hurricane Sandy Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Christmas in NYC Holiday Train Show - Part One, Part Two, Part Three, Part Four __________________ Jan Disneyland TR: No way Jose! We are going to Disneyland! Blog: got mickey bar? Aug 2011 - Pop/YC/OKW ... May 2011 - ASMo ... Feb/March 2011 - BWV/BLT ... Sept 2010 - BWV ... Dec/Jan 2009/10 - AKV ... Sept 2009 - CSR ... Jan 2009 - SSR ... Nov 2008 - WL ... Oct 2006 - AKL Last edited by brookelizabeth; 03-13-2013 at 07:53 AM.

02-28-2012, 09:43 AM	#2
chloe770 Isn't it just more fun to be surprised? Without SpongeBob I would never get anything done Join Date: May 2008 Location: The Small Wonder Posts: 1,098	Here! __________________

02-28-2012, 09:43 AM	#3
mickeystoontown DIS Veteran Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Bayou Country, La. Posts: 21,761	Woooo Hoooo! Can't wait to hear all about the Disneyland trip! __________________ Excuse me...you'll need to see security. What has Mickeystoontown done now? Trip Report: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2940840 (includes 2 CBR stays and a Disney cruise) Pre-Trip Report: Sit down! Buckle up! & Hang On! Mickeystoontown's Gang is going to Walley World!: http://www.disboards.com/showthread....5#post47915565

02-28-2012, 09:49 AM	#4
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02-28-2012, 09:51 AM	#5
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02-28-2012, 09:53 AM	#6
that's nice DDC Maybe the entire internet is slowing down because of this thread Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: CT Posts: 11,330	I'm here Brook!!! Can't wait to read all about DL! __________________ Nemesis Challenge: No Pain, No Gain. A ½ Marathon 2013 TR -JUST STARTED! This is the last trip the 4 of us ever take to WDW. TR ~In Progress~ DISDad MEMBER #330 Just when you thought you've seen all the MAGIC!! A WISH for Cold Tea? Ana's aMAWzing Disney Trip! Family, Friends, & Celebrities- A MAGICAL Birthday Sweating through 6 days at POP 'I think we ate at every character meal' TR

02-28-2012, 09:55 AM	#7
jedijill Chiefs fan living in Bronco country Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 3,246	I'm in! Henry gets cuter in every report! Jill in CO __________________

02-28-2012, 10:14 AM	#8
Caretames1 Mom & Crazed Planner Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Central Wisconsin Posts: 3,103	I'm here! I can't wait to see this, I know nothing about DL. __________________ SURPRISE...You forgot WHAT!?!http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3022868 SURPRISE! Can we do it again? Nov 2012 PTR http://www.disboards.com/showthread....8#post44413308 Wake Up! SURPRISE, We're going to Disney World....TODAY Sept 2011 TRhttp://www.disboards.com/showthread....9#post42811539 "Momma, I got to dance with Flynn Ryder!" Our January 2011 TR.http://www.disboards.com/showthread....1#post39775931 First Ever Trip to Disney World 1/23/2009 (POR) 6 days Back to Disney World 1/21/2011 (POR) 10 days Shhh! Suprise MNSSHP Trip 9/21/2011 (POP) 5 days Surprise...AGAIN! 11/1/12 (AoA) 11 days ME: Carey DH: John DD: Kadence (9) DD: Samantha (19)

02-28-2012, 10:15 AM	#9
pooh'smate My ticker is actually a day off Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Nebraska Posts: 2,842	Joining in. I might not comment a lot but I will be following along. __________________ DH- ME- DD-

02-28-2012, 11:04 AM	#10
lovealldisney Lover of all things Disney! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 1,392	I'm here and ready to follow along! Love all you reports so far! Henry really has grown! Such a handsome little boy! __________________ Disney 1972-77 Fell in love with Disney! Offsite 1985 POFQ 1997 POFQ 2003 POP 2007 DH Me DS 19 DD 16

02-28-2012, 11:21 AM	#11
blessedby3 Actually Blessedby4 now, but cant change my username :) Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Blue Ridge, Virginia Posts: 7,284	Yay!!! I have been (NOT) so patiently waiting for this Going back to start reading!!! __________________ 8/87-Disneymoon, offsite 7/92-DD's 1st trip 2/94-Land/Sea, Dixie Landings 10/99-offsite 4/03-CR tower MK view 11/05-POP 12/06-WL 1/08-POP, DD's Grad Trip 3/09-Poly 5/10-BLT, 1BR 6/11-POP 10/12 Bonnet Creek DH(46) Me(45) DD(23)DSIL (23) DS(17) DD(14) DD(5) Check out my May2010 trip report: Welcome Gurley Family....you are FAMILY OF THE DAY!!

02-28-2012, 11:25 AM	#12
princess&her4princes DIS Veteran Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Plymouth, MA Posts: 4,034	Hey Brook! I"m here, too! Can't wait to hear all about it! Love the start, nice job, my friend! __________________ Kristen wife to Mommy to DS10 DS8 DS5 CURRENT PTR: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2791628 Never finished: Not Exactly the way it all began...A Sept 2010 TR! 6 kids under the age of 6 take on WDW, will they behave well enough that Santa will still visit? Dec 08 TR Complete

02-28-2012, 11:26 AM	#13
orangecats2 All I want is Disney, Crocs and Vera Bradley Join Date: May 2008 Location: Elyria, OH Posts: 806	So excited to hear your take on DL. I have been following along on your last 2 WDW TR's but I am a lurker. __________________ me DH and our many children 9/12 - CSR 4th Anniversary 9/09 - ASMo 1st Anniversary, 9/08 - ASSp Honeymoon 96, 87, 86, 83, 80, 79 - all offsite Vegas: 95-Hacienda, 00-Excalibur, 01-Monte Carlo, 02-Luxor, 05-TI, 07-Tropicana, 10-NY NY

02-28-2012, 11:36 AM	#14
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02-28-2012, 11:48 AM	#15
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