Disneyland at Christmas/Holiday Season Superthread #5

[WebmasterMaryJo]

Just let me know what you need and I'll be happy to help.

Thank you... I've sent a message to Sherry about the thread, and in the meantime, I'd like to update the first post on this thread. If you guys post the updates I will put them in the first posts on this thread.

 

[StayClassy]

I am so sad! I have been dreaming of seeing PTN and hoping, but we are there Nov 28-Dec 1. It is offered until the night before our trip, and again the night after we're there. If they had posted the schedule sooner I could have moved our trip around a little, but it's not possible now. Sigh.

Anyway. The parks open at 10 am Nov 28, 29, and 30, then Dec 1 it opens at 8 am. Then the next day (Friday) opening is 9 am. Is something weird going on Thursday the 1st?

Probably just because it's the first of the month so in a lot of people's minds the start of the holiday season... I know if I lived in Cali I'd want to go the 1st.

 

[lunaland]

Oh, I did not know that at all! Thank you for letting me know!!!
I feel a little bad for having asked about it now - I mean, wouldn't expect benches at all and thought even being able to hear/see it would be kinda nice (to get in the festive spirit) - but then I'm encroaching on those who its actually for (oh to dream of being a club 33 member *laughs* )


Thats awesome information, thank you so much!
I totally get what you're saying about the wait vs view, and thank you for the information regarding the second showing I appreciate it!
Also I just kind of assumed it was such a big thing it would impact the most of DLR, so really glad to hear it primarily affects the front of the park and that other areas should be okay
I really, really appreciate your advice and feedback. I learnt a lot of things I didnt know yet, so I really do thank you a lot!!!!!!





Oh wow, thank you for responding! That's why I love forums so much, you get to talk to people who know it!!!
Thanks for the advise, it sounds like it'd be a nice show. Do you happen to know roughly how long it goes for (like half an hour, 1 hour, or 2 hours even?)
Just so I can have an idea about it is all (it is sounding more and more tempting) *laughs*
Thank you again!

It's about an hour if you factor in the actual processional/getting everyone into place plus the actual performance.

 

[cinder-ellah]

I miss her, too. I messaged her the other day, and she's "okay." I don't know when she'll be back on the boards. She sure could use all the positive thoughts and virtual hugs people can send to her.





I'm not sure who you sent a message to on the DIS...

Sherry will be back when she can.

In the meantime, I'll try and post updates on the first page this weekend. I could use your help, though.

Thank you. Sending hugs to Sherry.
I was told to click on the "contact" at the bottom of the page. My apologies if we're not supposed to. Again, thanks for the updates.

 

[marivigi]

Just got a reply from guest services regarding the Holiday Tour

Thank you for your email to the Disneyland® Resort.



We appreciate your taking the time to share your thoughts with us regarding Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort Tour. As you are aware, our goals are to provide exceptional entertainment and offerings. Please be assured we take your comments very seriously. Your remarks have been forwarded to the necessary leadership team so they are aware of your feedback.



Again, thank you for taking the time to write. We hope you will have the opportunity to visit the Disneyland® Resort soon and trust your visit will be pleasant in all regards.



Kindest Regards,



Nancy Wright

Guest Experience Services

Disneyland® Resort

 

[Disney_Fanatic]

60 day count down!! Finally starting to make our dining reservations (it feels strange doing that without knowing park hours) and I am excited for the WoC Desserts Party!

We were going to do the Holiday Tour again but after reading all the posts I have decided to hold off and see what the feedback is for the November tours. We enjoyed it last year and DH is a huge fan of the 3 holiday rides, so it would be silly if we do the tour without the rides.

 

[mom2rtk]

I miss her, too. I messaged her the other day, and she's "okay." I don't know when she'll be back on the boards. She sure could use all the positive thoughts and virtual hugs people can send to her.

Thanks MaryJo! Definitely lots of positive thoughts and hugs heading her way.

And thanks for updating the title.

 

[Niltiac]

Oh, I did not know that at all! Thank you for letting me know!!!
I feel a little bad for having asked about it now - I mean, wouldn't expect benches at all and thought even being able to hear/see it would be kinda nice (to get in the festive spirit) - but then I'm encroaching on those who its actually for (oh to dream of being a club 33 member *laughs*

Don't feel bad, lots of people who aren't invited guests still like to go, and Disney must be ok with it or they would just rope the whole area off and not allow it. The standing areas are behind and off to the side from the seated (invited guest) area, so it's not really encroaching on them to stand back there.

 

[crystal1313]

I miss Sherry too!!! Hope you are well Sherry!! Hugs to you =)

We are going the weekend before TG. That Sunday and Monday. I had made reservations to eat at the Carnation that Sunday at 6:10 before they announced the PTN parade! I am afraid we will get stuck in the madness after the parade is over. We will see. I was trying to avoid the Main St madness! D'uh!

Has anymore info been released about the foodies thing they are having at DCA? I hope it is similar to the food and wine event, because that looked pretty neat!

 

[mommymermaid]

We were going to do the Holiday Tour again but after reading all the posts I have decided to hold off and see what the feedback is for the November tours. We enjoyed it last year and DH is a huge fan of the 3 holiday rides, so it would be silly if we do the tour without the rides.

THis is how I feel about the Holiday Tour, as well. No rides means its not worth the price to me. I was on the fence about booking it anyway, but I think its non-refundable, so I am going to wait on reviews like you. Good idea. I would hate to have paid for the tour and find out its not satisfying....

 

[mommymermaid]

I miss Sherry too!!! Hope you are well Sherry!! Hugs to you =)

We are going the weekend before TG. That Sunday and Monday. I had made reservations to eat at the Carnation that Sunday at 6:10 before they announced the PTN parade! I am afraid we will get stuck in the madness after the parade is over. We will see. I was trying to avoid the Main St madness! D'uh!

Has anymore info been released about the foodies thing they are having at DCA? I hope it is similar to the food and wine event, because that looked pretty neat!

I haven't heard anything about DCA food festival thing...and I have been checking blogs and chat rooms obsessively! : (

 

[closetmickey]

I miss Sherry too!!! Hope you are well Sherry!! Hugs to you =)

We are going the weekend before TG. That Sunday and Monday. I had made reservations to eat at the Carnation that Sunday at 6:10 before they announced the PTN parade! I am afraid we will get stuck in the madness after the parade is over. We will see. I was trying to avoid the Main St madness! D'uh!

I moved my 6:00 reservation to 5:30 hoping to be finished with dinner just before the 6:30 parade gets to main street. Hope to get out of there in time to take advantage of the (hopefully) shorter lines during the parade. Is about an hour a decent amount of time for dining at Carnation with a party of 4? My 3 kids don't like "wasting time" on meals anyway so we usually rush our in park meals a bit.

 

[MacMama0930]

THis is how I feel about the Holiday Tour, as well. No rides means its not worth the price to me. I was on the fence about booking it anyway, but I think its non-refundable, so I am going to wait on reviews like you. Good idea. I would hate to have paid for the tour and find out its not satisfying....

I promise I will update this thread with how my tour went on 11/14!!

 

[mommymermaid]

I promise I will update this thread with how my tour went on 11/14!!

Thank you! I have a friend going too, she did the Halloween tour and was gravely disappointed (no pun intended )...
I'm interested to see her take on this one as well!

 

[DharmaLou]

Have we heard anything anywhere about any new holiday food treats?

 

[crystal1313]

I moved my 6:00 reservation to 5:30 hoping to be finished with dinner just before the 6:30 parade gets to main street. Hope to get out of there in time to take advantage of the (hopefully) shorter lines during the parade. Is about an hour a decent amount of time for dining at Carnation with a party of 4? My 3 kids don't like "wasting time" on meals anyway so we usually rush our in park meals a bit.

I just ended up moving our reservation to Carthay. My husband wanted to dine there anyway. I like that there are more choices for the kids than mac n cheese too.

 

[MacMama0930]

I just got a call from Disney; basically acknowledging the email I sent them regarding my disappointment over the late release of the schedule and Paint the Night, etc. it was not a "complaining" email. I was very nice and understanding, just offering some feedback that it was hard to plan a trip without a schedule. Anyways, the CM was very sweet and he asked for my address. I'm wondering if that's for "guest book" purposes or if they're sending me something?? I fantasized about them sending paint the night down my street!! Hahaha!!! Wishful thinking

 

[rentayenta]

Big hugs also to @Sherry E Please let her know we miss her.

 

[WebmasterMaryJo]

I did get in touch with Sherry and she's going to putting together a Holiday Thread #6 pretty soon. I am sure she'll appreciate the good wishes whens he reads this thread.

 

[gottalovepluto]

I'll send some good wishes her way too! Sherry you do so much wonderful Disneyland Holiday planning work, we were able to make much more of our Holiday trip to Disneyland due to all the info you provided and assisted in gathering on these threads. THANK YOU and best wishes!