Does anyone go to DL or just WDW????

[phins_jazy]

Well, we're making our very first trek to see the mouse.......in Disneyland!!!! We decided on DL instead of WDW just to test the water with DD. We're going to get AP's for DL and when the passes expire we'll go to WDW. Plus she'll be 6 by then and more capable of handling the hugeness of WDW. Can't wait to see the look on dd's face when she sees Mickey. Only 491 more days.

 

[ShuisFan584]

I love WDW because it has more parks and more things to do. I've never been to DL, but I'd like to go there at least once.

 

[nativetxn]

I've experienced both parks but I haven't been to DL since 1978. I think it's time for another visit

 

[Grog]

you can really, really park hop by just walking across the esplanade between DL and DCA, and DTD

I agree. It is really very nice to be able to walk from one park to the other in less time than it takes for me to type this.

My SO and I did three days there last August. We want to go back, but since she has never been to WDW we are currently planning a trip there for this coming Spring. After that we figure we will rotate visits between WDW and DLR.

I've seen a few posters (elswhere) who act as if DLR is no big deal, why should they bother when WDW is bigger, etc, etc. These people don't know what they are missing. IMHO, everyone should do DLR at least once, perhaps just for a long weekend. I'm sure nearly all would want to go back.

As for what makes it better for me...... It's Walt's park. What else can I say?

oh yeah......Mr. Toad Rocks!!!

 

[Nutsy]

This is great!!!! I never knew half this stuff before........

The main reason we are going to DL is that it is in California & DCA is now there also. Plus the fact that it is way cheaper for us Aussies to access.

I had no idea there were so many rides......(Not that I do rides....well not coasters anyway), but it's good to know for the boys.

Thank you all so much for all this input. I was just curious & the answers/response I got ovewhelmed me!!

I think we will enjoy it & there is the added bonus of meeting our dear friends Kama & family there

 

[Jeff in BigD]

Yeah I think the last time I did a count there were like 40 rides at DL & 25 at MK.

 

[Nutsy]

YIKES!!!!!!!! 40 RIDES!!!!!!!!


My 13 yr old will be in his element!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



Don't think I'll tell him in advance.......wait till we get there LOL!!

Just so long as there are some calm rides for me I'll be happy

 

[Jeff in BigD]

This is something I posted on another thread, but as I was typing it, I thought I should share.

Just one more reason why DL kicks MK's butt...
Tomorrow is a perfect example:
It's a Saturday in August, I think the majority of kids are out of school.
MK's hours: 9am-10pm (on a weekend!)
DL's hours: 8am-12am

Ok, how's about...let's say...a Tuesday.
8/06/02:
MK's hours:9am-10pm
DL's hours:8am-11pm

DL's main customers are people who live in the area, while people at WDW are on vacation. Doesn't it stand to reason that people will have more time to spend in the parks if they're on a vacation & don't have chores or work the next morning? Wouldn't it also make more sense to have later hours, especially since most people on vacation like to sleep in a bit?

Maybe I'm way off base here, but it seems like logic & scheduling are in completely different departments at WDW.

 

[zurgswife]

I've visited DL as a kid but haven't been back...after reading this thread....I really think I should try to go in the next few years...

 

[Blondie]

I wouldn't mind going to DL some day, but since WDW is on my side of the country, and it is within one day's driving, we stick w/WDW!

 

[MerryPoppins]

I went to Disneyland in about 1964. Now, we just do Disney World.

 

[Kitty 34]

I've only been to WDW but would love to try and go to DL.

 

[WebmasterMaryJo]

<font color=navy>We live about 25 miles from Disneyland (all freeway), so with our APs, it's nothing to go down there & spend a day, or just an afternoon, evening, or morning. We saw the movie Signs there just yesterday.

We've only been to WDW once - in 1999 - and though I would love to visit WDW again, we just love DL. There is so much packed in there, and I remember being somewhat surprised to see attractions @ DL in different parks at WDW.

 

[goofy4mickey48]

WE visited DL this summer fot the first time and it was magical and fun but -I missed wdw, to me it is more magical there! I think because we have so many memories there. Some of the rides are better at DL, and some that are better at the world but that's just mho! Either is great fun and I think that we make our own magic! goof

 

[ucralum]

I've been going to DL my whole life--it's like being home. We've been to WDW three times and are going for a 4th in October. I like to enjoy each place on its own terms; they are very different and each is unique. It's funny--people out here can't understand why anyone would travel all the way across the country when Disneyland is 25 miles away. They think Disney World is a replica of Disneyland!

 

[Boots]

We go to WDW because it only takes us 11 hours driving to get there. I sure would like to go to DL though.

 

[TheLionKing]

If one wants to immerse oneself in Disney and a significant part of your budget is travel expenses, then it makes a lot of sense to go to WDW.

The airfare is the same whether you spend 2 days or 8 days at your destination.

As an AP holder for DLR, I love going to WDW for a long immersion...... or is it really an escape?



I will take either resort "any day of the week and twice on Sunday"

 

[minniecarousel]

Nutsy, the way I see it, most of the folks on these boards are not on the West Coast of the US, so most folks talk about WDW. But for those of us who grew up going to Disneyland, it can't be beat! With the addition of California Adventure, you'll have a wonderful stay! As mentioned before, DO NOT miss Soarin' over California in DCA. It is not a roller coaster - it is a very gentle ride that "lifts" you up in a seat similar to a ski lift. The movie, California Dreams, is worth seeing, and there are plenty of wild rides for kids. Visit the Disneyland Boards here to get more ideas.

 

[Nutsy]

Thanks for the info Minniecarousel.

I see your point as to who lives where. I have very few west coasters on the boards, so that got me wondering if DL was a do thing or a not to do thing for most people. We have heard from people who have done WDW that it is bigger & better than DL, but with not ever having been there I have no idea. But for us it is DL & DCA which we are looking forward to.

Who knows next holiday of a lifetime may be to WDW. Need to save up extra big for that one

Thanks to all for you for your throughts on both parks. From way Down Under it is hard to know if it's a goo thing or not But from what you have all said, it sounds ike DL is fun & tho it may be Disney as is WDW it is still uniquely different too.

Can't wait to see it now............

 

[AngieBelle]

I lived in CA until I was 10, so DL is the park I grew up with and it will always hold a special place in my heart. It has more history to it as well which I think is so cool. I haven't been able to return there in about 4 years though and I miss it. I'm now more familiar with WDW because I was on the college program last year. I think that both resorts really should be experienced by any true Disney fan or you'll be missing out. I have the DL dvd set from last year. It's really awesome. My parents both went to that park within the year it opened.