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Disneyland

Growing up getting to take trips to Disneyland in Anaheim, working at the Disneyland Resort, and now getting to share it with our own kids, we really love getting to share our knowledge and stories of this magical place. Very different from Walt Disney World in Florida, Disneyland is a much smaller, more mellow theme park experience in Southern California.

Disneyland Travel Grid

While there is much less to consider in terms of resorts and planning your time in the Disney Parks of California, there is still a lot of nuanced planning that goes into a successful trip. Any form of Disney travel is a costly experience and you’ll want to get the most out of it, so listen to our tips and stories from Disneyland and have yourself a fantastic trip!

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Tips for Planning an Awesome Disneyland Vacation

There is no one destination on Earth that we've been to as many times as Disneyland. It's actually shocking to start calculating how many hours we have spent in both…
Disneyland vs Magic Kingdom - what's the similar, which has better attractions, food, and overall better experiences. We break down our favorite elements of the Disney Parks which are ALL OPEN NOW.
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Disneyland vs Magic Kingdom: Which Is the Best Disney Park

Disneyland vs Magic Kindom - what's the similar, which has better attractions, food, and overall better experiences. We break down our favorite elements of the Disney Parks which are ALL OPEN NOW.
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Complete Guide to Disney’s California Adventure with Kids

By now you know how much fun we’ve had through the years in Disneyland and Walt Disney World, and now especially with our kids in the Parks.  Both Disneyland and…
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10 Most Instagramable Spots in Disneyland and How to Photograph Them

The most Instagramable spots in Disneyland include everything from the Castle to finding the details in the park. Photography tips and best ways to enjoy Disneyland.
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Family Disneyland Vacation & the Unforgettable Cars 3 Premiere

We’ve just returned from our first family trip to Disneyland with all four of us and it was incredible.  We were so fortunate to get to experience not just Disneyland…
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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – Best Things to Do and Nostalgia to Watch For

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge is an incredible experience with so many things to do and see. Both Disney World and Disneyland have this awesome Star Wars land. This guide to Galaxy's Edge is ideal for having a great visit to galactic village of Batuu.
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Star Wars Scavenger Hunt and Best Hidden Gems at Galaxy’s Edge

There are many hidden gems in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge that big fans will notice. From interesting art to obscure Star Wars references these are our favorite finds in Star Wars land at Disney World. (And a scavenger hunt too!)
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Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel: Review and Tips for the Best Stay

Disney's Grand Californian Hotel is the closest option to Disneyland and California Adventure. This review has all the details of staying at the Grand Californian, amenities and tips for planning the best Disneyland trip.
Digging into Disneyland and chatting about each lang and its attractions and shows. Our best tips for making the most of your time in the Happiest Place on Earth. Starting in the new Star Wars land, Galaxy's Edge, we review the two main attractions and then work our way through the rest of Disneyland. We've been many times and following our most recent trip, we have done EVERY ride and attraction with the kids and have tips for having the most fun, including what you should actually wait in line for.
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Disneyland’s Best Attractions and Valuable Tips For What to Do

Disneyland. We've been so many times through the years. I used to work at Disneyland and have friends that still do. It's one of the most special places we go…
Disney's California Adventure is one of our favorite theme parks. Often we're asked if it's worth adding to a Disneyland trip. YES! This is our guide to the most fun and what's actually worth waiting for. From Pixar Pier to taking kids on Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout we talk about the attractions and experiences that are worth waiting in long lines for. Also, what shows and experiences are not to miss. Tips for having the best visit to Disney's California Adventure any time of year.
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Disney’s California Adventure Awesome, Easy Insider Tips

In this podcast episode Disney's California Adventure is our hot topic. Truth be told, we tend to spend more time in DCA than in Disneyland. Maybe it's the smaller crowds;…
Disneyland and California Adventure are full of shows and entertainment year round. These are the best shows in the parks that you CAN'T MISS! #Disney #Disneyland #California
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Best Shows in Disneyland and California Adventure (plus parades and experiences)

Nobody wants to waste their time when they're in Disneyland. Between rides and entertainment, there’s always something to entertain and something to wait for. This is our guide to the…
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Disneyland without Kids: what to do and how to do it

Let’s just start by making it clear: it’s perfectly fine to do Disneyland without kids. Whether you want to visit and leave the kids at home or maybe you don’t…
Summertime in SoCal is one of the most fun family vacations you can do on the West Coast. From Disneyland to the beaches of San Diego there are endless chances for family fun. 2traveldads.com
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Summertime in SoCal travel journal: Disney’s Pixar Pier Premiere and exploring San Diego

We're back in Southern California, aka SoCal! What are we doing here? Great question! We've got lots of fun plans in store, from having some fun in Disneyland with the…
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Disneyland Dads: Unlock the Magic in the Happiest Place on Earth

Disneyland with kids is amazing. It might sound silly but when we first found out that we were going to be dads one of the very first thoughts that went…

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