DLR book suggestions

[Poohbug]

I am trying to plan my first trip to DLR for Jan. 2011. It will just be me and two of my boys. Since I will be traveling alone, I would like to do as much research as possible to make the best decisions possible and feel confident that I will be able to handle flights/transfers/hotels/tickets, etc.

What are some good books out there about DRL? Guidebooks, history, any kind of book. I recently finished a tome about the making of the Panama Canal(since I am sailing to CA on the Wonder) and have no problem reading long, detailed books.

 

[skiingfast]

"Mouse Tales a Behind-the-ears Look at Disneyland" by David Koenig. I think about 15% of it is false. But it's an entertaining read none the less.

 

[Kayla's Mom]

I love The Disneyland Encyclopedia!

 

[S. S. Columbia]

I second the "Disneyland Encyclopedia."

The Disneyland Encyclopedia: The Unofficial, Unauthorized, and Unprecedented History of Every Land, Attraction, Restaurant, Shop, and Event in the Original Magic Kingdom by Chris Strodder (2008)

"The Secret Tour of Disneyland" (DVD): The Secret Tour of Disneyland by Lauren Delmont & John Delmont (2009)

HydroGuy Tips Compilation: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1520483

And for DS10 -- "Jedi Training Academy Tips" by Hound 109 www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1478699

HTH

 

[Poohbug]

"Mouse Tales a Behind-the-ears Look at Disneyland" by David Koenig. I think about 15% of it is false. But it's an entertaining read none the less.

Well, I guess 15% false is not too bad.....

And my library does not have the Disneyland Encyclopedia I guess I will see if it is on Amazon.

I love to read and so does DS10-so we will be checking out all of these books and threads. Thanks everyone.

 

[skiingfast]

I thought of a good one that will make the trip fun. It may not be best for a person who hasn't been, but if you know of it you will understand what I mean.

It's "Disneyland's Hidden Mickeys" by Steven Barrett.

 

[disneygirlinphoenix]

Birnbaum's are always good travel guides. They have some coupons in the back. The 2011 editions come out usually in July.

 

[KCmike]

Unofficial Guide to Disneyland
Birnbaum's for fun

 

[SuzanneSLO]

I am trying to plan my first trip to DLR for Jan. 2011. It will just be me and two of my boys. Since I will be traveling alone, I would like to do as much research as possible to make the best decisions possible and feel confident that I will be able to handle flights/transfers/hotels/tickets, etc.

What are some good books out there about DRL? Guidebooks, history, any kind of book. I recently finished a tome about the making of the Panama Canal(since I am sailing to CA on the Wonder) and have no problem reading long, detailed books.

If you are interested in history, Disneyland the Nickel Tour by Gordon & Mumford is one of the best. It has been out of print since 2000, so you may need to get it at the library, even an inter- library loan service. I am out here in CA and read a copy from Nashville! -- Suzanne

 

[carolinamama]

I don't like the Birmbaum books much b/c they're the official line. But my kids love the colorful pictures!

I swear by the Unofficial Guide to Disneyland and the equivalent one for WDW.

 

[Belle Ella]

I really enjoy the Unnoficial Guide to Disneyland as far as a guide book, and I believe the new editions come out in September or so. At least that's when the 2010 version was published. A fun, quick read that I really enjoyed was The Inagineering Field Guide to Disneyland.

 

[DisneyJewel]

California with Kids by Fodor's. It is great for those w/ younger kids. My 11 year old loves the Hidden Mickeys book.