Disneyland at Christmas/Holiday Season Superthread #5

[haileymarie92]

Hello everyone. Hope this isn't off-topic. What do you think would be a better day to visit? November 30th or December 1st? We were supposed to do November 30th and Dec 2nd, but my bf's brother is generously taking us on Sat, Nov 28 (employee). I know we are going to have a hectic day on the 28th, luckily it will be punctuated by 2 sit down meals. Opinions?

I would say Dec 1 because it's a Tuesday. Typically the middle of the week is slower. Monday's can still be busy from guests taking a long weekend. Just my $0.02!

 

[Davidg83]

Today's my first day of my trip for the Avenger's half marathon this weekend and I've been enjoying the decorations in the parks! There's some new decor in the rethemed area outside of Soarin. The trees are decorated with popcorn, beads, and soup cans. It looks like the cans will light up at night. The windsocks above the store have also been switched to a Santa hat and stockings. Viva Navidad also started performances this afternoon and it was still amazing!

 

[3TinksAndAnEeyore]

"Christmas time is here
Happiness and cheer
Fun for all that children call
Their favorite time of the year" - Vince Guaraldi

Yeah! Holidays at Disneyland are officially here!!! I wonder if anything new went up in the parks to officially mark the first day of the holidays?

 

[Disney127]

"Christmas time is here
Happiness and cheer
Fun for all that children call
Their favorite time of the year" - Vince Guaraldi

Yeah! Holidays at Disneyland are officially here!!! I wonder if anything new went up in the parks to officially mark the first day of the holidays?

Yay! Getting really excited for the holidays!

 

[Phoenixrising]

My DH and I deserve coal in our stockings this year. We sold our home last month, due to an unsolicited offer on our home that we couldn't refuse. We found a home, but due to the fact the sellers of our new home want to move before Christmas, it turns out that we are gaining possession of our new home 10 days before Christmas. We haven't told our kids, as they are already stressed out enough over the move as it is, and will let them know the last day of school before Christmas break. Are we evil or what??? I put the EVIL in Evil Mom. DS 12 is so stressed out right now over the sale of our home he's having stress attacks, so we don't want to stress out the kids anymore than they already are. This is the home that they desperately wanted, but we told them the deal fell through (it didn't!).

Still planning our trip to WDW in 2017, but am still torn as to whether I want to go to Hawaii or DL for my solo trip in Nov/17. I would really like to see DL again at Christmas time, although going during Thanksgiving week in 2013 really stressed me out. Instead of finding it relaxing.

 

[rentayenta]

Painfully behind, vowing to catch up!

 

[kylie71]

Pulling together a quick trip over Christmas!! I had points from Southwest, expiring, so why NOT?

Yay! off to try Priceline for a nice, cheap, hotel!



--Lori

 

[Astylla]

Pulling together a quick trip over Christmas!! I had points from Southwest, expiring, so why NOT?

Yay! off to try Priceline for a nice, cheap, hotel!



--Lori

You can use code : BZTFL7N8Q4 at checkout for an extra 10% off express deals until midnight also.

 

[Davidg83]

World of Color fastpass distribution is set up with 1 line for both shows. Once you get to the front you split depending on which show you want. They have 3 fastpass machines for Winter Dreams and 1 for Celebrate. You are allowed to get both but you'll have to get back in line for the second one. Winter Dreams is the first show and Celebrate second.

 

[kylie71]

Cool! Those are on the Non-hidden hotels, right?

--Lori

 

[Astylla]

Cool! Those are on the Non-hidden hotels, right?

--Lori

Correct , the ones you don't bid on they are under the express deals tab

 

[kylie71]

A 4 star, that allows pets, must be the Hilton, you think?

 

[Astylla]

I believe the only 4 stars are Marriott ( no pets allowed) and Hyatt Regency which is dog friendly. We loved our stay at the Hyatt in September.

 

[Metalliman98]

World of Color fastpass distribution is set up with 1 line for both shows. Once you get to the front you split depending on which show you want. They have 3 fastpass machines for Winter Dreams and 1 for Celebrate. You are allowed to get both but you'll have to get back in line for the second one. Winter Dreams is the first show and Celebrate second.

Anyone know if the issue with choosing which show you want for the dining packages has been resolved? parks blog said you would request the show you want when you called to make the reservation, but people reported back that cast members taking reservations were not letting people do this

 

[haileymarie92]

Anyone want to recommend a good hotel near disneyland? We've stayed at a couple around the area, but haven't found one we feel loyal to yet.

Preferably one with few extra hidden fees. I hate all the extra "this" and "that" fees. Just let me pay one amount! Lol

 

[kylie71]

Anyone want to recommend a good hotel near disneyland? We've stayed at a couple around the area, but haven't found one we feel loyal to yet.

Preferably one with few extra hidden fees. I hate all the extra "this" and "that" fees. Just let me pay one amount! Lol

Candy Cane, and it has free parking, and a pretty good breakfast by the pool, and a dedicated shuttle that is also FREE!

--Lori

 

[Astylla]

Anyone want to recommend a good hotel near disneyland? We've stayed at a couple around the area, but haven't found one we feel loyal to yet.

Preferably one with few extra hidden fees. I hate all the extra "this" and "that" fees. Just let me pay one amount! Lol

Most in the area are considered motels due to exterior hallways just fyi but many are great.

Candy Cane Inn is a definite favorite but they book up fast and only via their website. If you have an AP or AAA card enter disocunt code " DIS" for $10/off per night. Their breakfast is really good and the shuttle is great but you can still walk it too.

Super 8 on Katella is typically our go to budget place. Rooms are clean , decent continental breakfast too with free parking.

Hotel Indigo is on Katella - about a 20 minute walk and has indoor corridors. The rooms are fairly new from 2013/14 I want to say. We had a great stay there when it first relaunched and it gets solid reviews.
Their breakfast while not included except with certain rates is amazing and well worth it. They offer free parking also.

Hyatt Regency Orange County is a wonderful hotel in Garden Grove. They offer a dedicated shuttle service for a small fee ( not ART). We loved our stay in September and wouldn't hesitate to return.

 

[Beck & the Beast]

I got the Holiday tour booked for Dec 13 this morning, called about 7:55am PST and was on hold for 15 mins. The CM said we would go on IASWH, HMH, and Jingle Cruise. She said she got to do a preview yesterday as the guides were training and it was great this year, as they combined lots of the holiday info with 60th facts. Can't wait to experience it this year! Also looking forward to starting to hear back from those of you with trips in the next couple weeks.

 

[Pinktink11]

How much is the holiday tour?

 

[Beck & the Beast]

The tour is $85 per person, but includes riding the 3 holiday rides, a couple treats and hot chocolate as well as reserved seating for the Christmas Fantasy parade. Not having to stake out parade seating hours in advance is well worth it for me. They also offer AP, DVC or Disney Visa discounts.