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Disneyland
Fast Facts
Location: Anaheim, California
Time to Visit: All over the year. However, standing in queues can be a bit of a problem in summer, as the temperature hovers well around the nineties. In the Winter months, the Park closes early. The Fall and the Spring times are the best times. September is ideal. Check the opening and closing hours before you go, they often change from one day to another, and the Park is often rented out for private and corporate parties. The time just after Thanksgiving is also a great time to visit.
Admission Fee: $69 for one person one park. There are other tickets graded from A to E. The higher the rates, the more rides they have access to.
How to Reach:
Air:
If you are coming from the LAX Airport, take the Century 105 Freeway east, to the 605 south, to the Riverside 91 east, to Golden State Freeway south and exit at Harbor Blvd. going down south.
From John Wayne Orange County Airport, take the 55north/ east, to the 5 freeway north, and exit at Harbor Blvd south.
If you want to reach the Park from Ontario Airport, take the 10 or the 60, to the 57 south, and turn right to the Ball Road west. Travel for about 3 miles from there and you will reach the Harbor Blvd. Turn left and drive for another half a mile, and watch out for the Disneyland sign.
Nearest International Airport: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Time required for sightseeing: Depends on the number of rides you want to avail. However, it is better to devote an entire day for Disneyland.
How does it feel to be a part of a video game as well as controlling it? Sounds impossible, right! You can, however, be a part of a similar experience when you are in Disneyland. Join the Disneyland 'Discover the Magic Tour' – a three hour long scavenger hunt adventure. You have to follow the musical clues, and will be helped by guides on the way. And yes, some of your favorite cartoon characters will join you in the expedition. It is a wonderful family game, and something you must indulge in when you visit Disneyland in California.
The theme park of Disneyland, owned and operated by the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts division of the Walt Disney Company, is one of the famous tourist attractions all over the world. Renamed as the Disneyland Park in 1998, it has been visited by over 500 million tourists since it opened to the visitors. Featuring various entertainment areas with special themes like the Main Street USA, Adventureland, Frontierland, Fantasyland and Tomorrowland, the park offers numerous rides, games and attractions for tourists of all ages to enjoy.
History
The concept for Disneyland Park came in the mind of Walt Disney when he went to visit Griffith Park with his daughters Diane and Sharon. He wanted to build a park that adults as well as children could enjoy. The construction was started on July 18, 1954 and would cost USD$17 million to finish the entire project and was opened exactly one year later.
Places to see
There are numerous places to see in Disneyland, California. Some of the must see attractions in Disneyland include:
Adventureland Attractions
It is a fascinating journey into a lush and tropical land where you go to see Indiana Jones Adventure, Jungle Cruise, Tarzan's Treehouse and the Enchanted Tiki Room.
Critter Country Attractions
Nestled under the shade of towering trees, this region features Davy Crockett's Explorer Canoes and Splash Mountain.
Fantasyland Attractions
Located just beyond Sleeping Beauty's castle, Fantasyland features numerous attractions for the children like Alice in Wonderland, Casey Jr. Circus Train, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, It's a Small World, King Arthur' s Carousel and so on.
Frontierland Attractions
Here you will enjoy the excitement of a wild runaway mine train ride, a leisurely riverboat ride or watch an Old West stage show and much more!
Main Street, U.S.A. Attractions
As you move across the turnstiles to enter the park, you visit Disneyland Railroad, Main Street Fire Engine, Main Street Horse-Drawn Streetcars, Main Street Horseless Carriage, Main Street Cinema, Omnibus.
Mickey's Toowntown Attractions
The youngest visitors will enjoy this magical land, featuring all sorts of cartoon gags and gadgets along with a number of rides and attractions. There are Chip 'n Dale Treehouse, Disneyland Railroad, Donald's Boat, Gadget' s Go Coaster, Goofy' s Bounce House, Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin.
New Orleans Square Attractions
You will certainly feel as if you are in the center of New Orleans in this quaint land, complete with Disneyland Railroad, Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean, the Disney Gallery.
Tomorrowland Attractions
Tomorrowland represents the vision and fancy of the famous prophets such as H.G. Wells, Jules Verne and Leonardo da Vinci. The points of interests are Astro Orbiter, Autopia, Buzz Lightyear' s Astro Blaster, Honey, I Shrunk the Audience, Space Mountain, Starcade.
Entertainment
If you come to Disneyland Park, you must take part at the live entertainments such as Billy Hill and the Hillbillies, Disney Princess Fantasy Faire, presented by Nestle® Ice, Walt Disney's Parade of Dreams, presented by Sylvania or the vibrant nighttime entertainment like Fantasmic or “Remember... Dreams Come True” Fireworks Spectacular, presented by Honda.
Eating out
Dining at Disneyland is a memorable experience. From simple fare to a fantastic gourmet meal, from casual dining to fine dining, there is something to satisfy the taste bud of each and everyone. Some of the popular dining outlets in and around Disneyland are Catal Restaurant and Uva Bar, Napa Rose at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel, Steakhouse 55 at Disneyland Hotel, Mr. Stox Restaurant, Yamabuki.
Shopping
Apart from sightseeing and various entertained activities, shopping is also a major pastime for the travelers in Disneyland. There are numerous general merchandise shops like Adventureland Bazaar, Briar Patch, China Closet, Emporium, Fantasy Faire Gifts, Gag Factory - Toontown Five and Dime, Indiana Jones™ Adventure Outpost and specialty shops such as Bonanza Outfitters, Candy Palace and Candy Kitchen, Disneyana, Hatmosphere, Jewel of Orleans, Mad Hatter, New Century Jewelry in Disneyland Park.
Nearby accommodation
Starting from the luxury hotels, there are abundant standard budget and discount hotels near Disneyland. They offer comfortable guestrooms along with complete range of dining and other facilities to meet the needs of leisure as well as business travelers.
Some of the popular hotels, located within proximity to Disneyland include Anaheim North, Disney's Grand Californian Hotel and Spa, Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel, Embassy Suites, La Quinta Inn and Suites Anaheim Disneyland, Residence Inn by Marriott Anaheim Resort, Sheraton Anaheim.
No visit to Southern California would be complete without a visit to the magic kingdom of Disneyland. It is an unspoiled blend of yesterday, today and tomorrow.
The following links will give you an idea of how it feels to be inside the Disneyland:
http://in.youtube.com/watch?v=vJt1TwqceYY: One of the most tours in the Disneyland is the so called 'Haunted Mansion Tour'. It enjoys great popularity among children and adults alike. Find out how the spooks and thrills feel by watching this video!
http://in.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZTf2CyoBHY: To catch a glimpse of the famous Disneyland firework display, watch this video!
http://in.youtube.com/watch?v=NGd0PNz636A: This video will give you a glimpse of the wonderful Splash mountain ride in Disneyland. It is a very popular ride and you will surely find the adventure worth every dollar you spend. Find out why!
http://realtravel.com/disneyland-california-travel-blogs-d1455324-3.html: For some authentic travel accounts from visitors to the Disneyland, along with pics, click on this link!
http://www.wdwinfo.com/Disneyland/plan/tours.htm: To find out some exciting Disney tours and adventures that you are bound to love, click on this link!
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