Disneyland Tips for First Timers and non experts

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  • Disneyland can be confusing if it's your first time. This video is filled with tips and Disneyland Secrets for newcomers and Disney Park veterans on how to get the most out of your day at Disneyland!
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  • @stephaniegomez2319
    @stephaniegomez2319 8 років тому +25

    Another tip if ur planning on spending the entire day in the park, save all ur fantasyland rides for after the fireworks. Once the fireworks show ends, many parents leave with their young children making fantasyland ride wait times about 5 minutes most of the time. The only exclusion to this may be Peter Pan which is usually about 30-40 minutes max wait at this time which is still better than earlier in the day. Hope this is helpful! :)

  • @automaxis3892
    @automaxis3892 7 років тому +19

    I have a tip! Go to Pirates of the Caribbean at night because the line gets from 15 to 0 minutes

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  7 років тому

      oooh that's a good one! Many rides do have shorter waits during nighttime entertainment like fireworks or Fantasmic too!

  • @Dean0mac
    @Dean0mac 7 років тому +6

    First I know this video is over a year old but I wanted to thank you for posting it. My family and I are going to Disneyland for the first time ever in April 2017 and we are so excited.

  • @Anthony-xe5db
    @Anthony-xe5db 6 років тому +12

    I was born and raised in the Anaheim area so I've been here many times since 1984 to the point I don't go as much because I got bored of Disneyland lol. I can give tips. Believe it or not at one time Disney was a "pay per ride" type of theme park up into around 1982 or so. Anyhow I've done Annual passes, taking the OCTA Bus Route 543 that takes you almost to the front gate, or I would walk up from Katella Avenue, that thing. First off get the Disneyland app for your phone. It's official from Disney so it's accurate per the minute. You'll see wait times for each ride on the virtual map of both theme parks. I can go "oh, Thunder mountain 40 minutes but Splash Mount is 10 minutes, and I'll go from there". If I saw DCA is slow, I would pop over there instead. Pirates, Small World, and Peter Pan get crowded fast. Thunder Mountain by 11AM...forget it at times, but at night not as bad. In the summer time Small World can get 60+ minute wait by mid-day so in the summer hit that first. Why? Because in the heat people use Small World as a cool off break and sort of a rest stop (in a boat lol) as it's a longer ride while on the other hand Mark Twains boat ride was empty in the summer because of the heat. Toads ride...depends. Pirates especially during the summer months can get crowded but not so much at night. I skip Toontown, nothing there for me so I can't say much about that. Weekdays are better to go, still can be crowded, but not as crowded. Get your tickets before hand if you can (online) so you don't have to wait an hour on line buying your ticket then another 20 minutes getting through the security and gate. Best months to go are January and February and September (back to school months) oppose to April and May and June which is "perfect weather" season or spring break. If you're booking a trip to Disneyland from afar, check and make sure both the Anaheim and Fullerton school districts aren't having spring break or prom week or grad night the week you plan on coming in, if they are then change your week, because the parks are mobbed during spring break and prom week to almost being unbearable with literally bus loads of teens coming in during prom night and grad night, some park hopping between Disneyland and Knotts. If you live in the area, check for possible or drizzly raining days...I've seen the park literally EMPTY on minor drizzle days. I would hit the stores (I don't buy anything) LAST. I see newbies and tourists hit the stores first in the morning and by the time they get to the rides, the rides have long wait times. There are stores outside of Disneyland along Harbor Avenue too where that Mickey Mouse doll is 50 percent cheaper. I would window shop the Disneyland stores at night before I left back in the day...don't waste the 8-11AM time shopping and visiting the stores...save it to night before you leave if you want because the rides will get long waits while you're shopping. We also use to hit the rides during night parades. When the Main Street Electrical Parade was going on...we would literally walk right onto Pirates or Haunted Mansion with no wait time as most of the park is watching that. I refuse to wait no longer than 20 minutes for a ride. There's no point in spending an hour to go no a five minute ride. I know some tourist or out of area visitors or on a short time scale of about one day. Hotels...never stay at the Disneyland Hotel. It's a rip off, and has been since I've been going to Disneyland since 1984 as a boy. Near by hotels like Motel 6 and Howard Johnson's, a mile walk away with their own free bus transfer to park, are half or more in price. At the time of this posting, Mote 6 (which is actually very nice and clean) is only $65-$85.00 a night compared to Disneyland Hotels $350.00 a night. Also don't get breakfast at the theme park and pay there 100 percent or more mark up fee. Eat across the street. Right across the street from the Disneyland (Harbor Blvd and East Shuttle Area near Katella Avenue) is an IHOP, Denny's, and Mimi's Bakery and also along Harbor Blvd and Katella there are plenty of other places to ect, and even a 7-11 that sells $1.00 burgers. What we started doing by the early 1990's is just go at night. We would walk through the gate at around 5PM or 6PM and stay to midnight or 1AM when they had longer hours. As the tourist and one dayers were wrapping it up or standing/sitting along Main Street waiting for the parades, we would get where we wanted or hit a few rides with ease to the point one time the lady conductor at Toads Ride was sitting there reading a book as it was empty (serious).

    • @thilini7765
      @thilini7765 5 років тому

      we will visit Paris from 5th to 7th October.6th we are planning to visit Disneyland. Where can buy tickets? we like to visit Disneyland and Walt Disney Studios, both in one day

    • @auroraint.7156
      @auroraint.7156 5 років тому

      Thank youuu!

  • @athenaestrada3874
    @athenaestrada3874 8 років тому +51

    go when the super bowl starts .. barely anyone will be there

    • @idkmxgxn
      @idkmxgxn 8 років тому +5

      lmaoo 😂😂

    • @elguero9279
      @elguero9279 4 роки тому

      Actually a pretty solid idea

  • @alucard2010
    @alucard2010 8 років тому +7

    Single rider line along with fast pass is a great one two punch. Also hit haunted mansion, pirates at night, no line and about 90 minutes saved

  • @WonderAsh_
    @WonderAsh_ 8 років тому +20

    I'm sure people know about this already, but ehh, I'll say it anyways. Be kind to the employees around you, or get on their good sides. Because chances are, you might get an Attraction Readmission Pass. Basically, it's a fastpass that allows up to six people to go on any time to a certain ride (either by choice or specific). There was a time when I went with my friends and we wanted to go to Space Mountain, but the wait time was 90 minutes and it was thirty minutes to closing time. Somehow we got one of these passes and rushed to Space Mountain for our last ride of the day. An best of luck to first time goers!

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому +7

      +WonderAsh that's a great tip! Even if you don't get anything back, the cast members have to go through so much and deal with angry people all day. Every time we go out of our way to acknowledge what a great job they're doing or even just being polite and kind to them brightens their day a ton! So far this is one of the best tips I've seen.

    • @cynthias.5156
      @cynthias.5156 6 років тому +2

      Kindness! One year, during Christmas time, The Haunted Mansion's line was insanely long, and as I was lining up I told a cast member she looked beautiful in her costume and I started walking away, but she called after me and I got a pass! Always be kind!

    • @hollys8694
      @hollys8694 6 років тому +2

      I would kindsider myself a Disney local, I don’t live in the same town but I live 3-4 hours away and go consistently. We just went to

  • @iinderpreett
    @iinderpreett 8 років тому +60

    I NEED HELP I KEEP WATCHING DISNEY LAND VIDEOS AND I LIVE IN CANADA

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому +3

      That sounds like a great problem to have!

    • @iinderpreett
      @iinderpreett 8 років тому +1

      oh my god hi

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      hi!

    • @andresartes
      @andresartes 8 років тому

      Come to Disney!! +indierules123

    • @iinderpreett
      @iinderpreett 8 років тому

      Andrew Castle i would love too but no my parents won't let me

  • @MooCartoon
    @MooCartoon 8 років тому +11

    Hmmm...as someone who has never been to a Disney park before (but really want to) I was confused by a lot of your terminology, like magic mornings or fastpass. I've seen looked em all up, but if you're doing a vid for newbies, you might want to dumb it down a bit more.
    Still, great to hear your tips and tricks, so thanks!

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому +3

      +Moo Cartoon Great point! I'll be sure to explain things a bit further in future videos. I appreciate the feedback.

  • @nikkic.414
    @nikkic.414 8 років тому +10

    Go to Indiana Jones first! It's closest and easy to get to, then hustle to Space Mountian! Matterhorn doesn't have a bad line so do that later.

    • @Mickey784cr
      @Mickey784cr 8 років тому +1

      Indy is always closed early in the day it seems! Plus I don't want to run all the way across to Space.

  • @robbiecrawford9949
    @robbiecrawford9949 8 років тому +2

    I go to Disneyland every month and my favorite tip is to get look at your fast pass ticket because it will show you the time you can get your next one so you don't always have to wait until you use the fast pass. Next, save the water rides for early morning or late night they are usually a very short line.

  • @brandonmoulder2159
    @brandonmoulder2159 7 років тому +2

    You can bring in your own water bottles and they do have refillable filtered water stations there is one in the tomorrow land terrace and believe it or not the sinks in the bathrooms are filtered water so you can refill them there as well

  • @KimSuecutie
    @KimSuecutie 9 років тому +28

    My big tip is to KNOW the park so that you CAN strategize. (Familiarize yourself with the map on the Disneyland website and which rides have fast pass). If you don't know where everything is then you'll be walking from one end of the park to the other which wastes time. Know what is near. Also, make a list of your must-dos. Even a seasoned Disney veteran can't do "it all." Decide what you're okay with missing out on.
    Last, allow your plan to be interrupted by Disney magic. If you're on your way down Main Street to go on Space Mountain and see Alice and Mad Hatter playing musical chairs, ALWAYS STOP. Is that Peter Pan wandering around? FOLLOW HIM.

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  9 років тому +5

      Yeah, you should definitely know your way around before you get there! Study a map! Good stuff!

  • @mksmith72
    @mksmith72 8 років тому

    This video was very helpful. I'm going to Disneyland in May for my senior trip. Thank you so so much!!!!!!!!!

  • @Dan-O
    @Dan-O  8 років тому +32

    Thumbs up if you learned something! And subscribe for more tips!

    • @perlaespino5845
      @perlaespino5845 8 років тому +1

      Im going to Disneyland soon😄🍩😎😊😇

    • @izzymoreno8095
      @izzymoreno8095 7 років тому +2

      The Dan-O Channel this boi is thirsty

    • @izzymoreno8095
      @izzymoreno8095 7 років тому +2

      The Dan-O Channel no not really just messing around this video was a lot of help

    • @RaechelSykes
      @RaechelSykes 4 роки тому

      New one?

  • @nicolecollier3833
    @nicolecollier3833 9 років тому +1

    I love this! Thanks!

  • @itsklee
    @itsklee 9 років тому +1

    finally going for the first time in july! as a wdw regular i am excited to visit the place where it all started! this video will deff be a help so thanks for sharing!

  • @MagicKingdomamazesme
    @MagicKingdomamazesme 9 років тому +1

    Thanks for sharing Dan-o!

  • @mariaq7202
    @mariaq7202 6 років тому +2

    I didn't know that about toon town! Gonna head there at opening now to see Mickey!

  • @leonasulemani7705
    @leonasulemani7705 8 років тому +12

    I'm going to Disneyland next year for the first time I can't wait and I live in Australia so it should be so good 😍💖👐

    • @fatb0bxb359
      @fatb0bxb359 8 років тому

      +Leona Sulemani wait... disney land or disney world...

    • @Avillgoods
      @Avillgoods 8 років тому

      I hope you have a good time 😁😁😁😁😁

    • @Agus-fb7gc
      @Agus-fb7gc 8 років тому

      When?? I'm going next month for the first time!!! Can't wait anymore! 😱😱🙌🏻🙌🏻💥

    • @m.hova999
      @m.hova999 8 років тому

      +Agus de Olea How was it? :)

  • @synthiuh
    @synthiuh 7 років тому +3

    I'm going for my first time in 6-7 years next week! I'm stoked! Thanks for these awesome tips!!

    • @synthiuh
      @synthiuh 7 років тому

      Breanna Morvay doesn't make sense to someone like you 😚 obviously meant that I haven't been to Disneyland in 6-7 years so that was my first time going again lmaoZ

  • @chrisabercrombie1464
    @chrisabercrombie1464 8 років тому

    THANK YOU for the amazing video!!!!

  • @lilywhitehead5743
    @lilywhitehead5743 8 років тому +23

    At 7:40 a girl jumps in the backround😂

  • @dsggreenful
    @dsggreenful 8 років тому +1

    See the Paint the night parade, it is worth waiting for. watch from beginning of parade route then go to space mountain afterwards. They Jack up the wait time for space mountain during/ after the parade because of how they predict it will be after the parade. also one HUGE thing to remember if you have a park hopper is that the parks fastpasses systems operate independent of each other so if you time it right and are ok with walking between single rider and fastpasses for both parks you hardly even have to wait for much big rides.

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      +Daniel Green those are great tips!

  • @mizbeautiful4
    @mizbeautiful4 8 років тому +2

    Thanks !! Great video

  • @ninerguy4life234
    @ninerguy4life234 8 років тому

    I appreciate the tips Thanks 👍🏻

  • @Anthony-xe5db
    @Anthony-xe5db 6 років тому +1

    I posted below but wanted to remind even more for out of area or out of state trip planners to try to avoid booking during prom week and spring break and grad night as both the Anaheim and Fullerton school districts are either closed or have stuff going on. Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm are packed beyond packed to the point of not even being funny so it's large crowds, and long wait times, and rowdy teens all over the park. Sometimes bus loads of kids come in during grad night or park hop between Disney and Knotts. Also the week before school resumes in August is crowded too. However...the week and second week AFTER the first week of school starts is usually calm especially on the weekday of that first week of school resuming where all the kids are back to school and not at Disneyland meaning less wait time on rides. I live in the Anaheim area (born and raised here) so I speak as a native :).

  • @odalysfigueroa6191
    @odalysfigueroa6191 8 років тому +4

    Always try to save Nemo's Submarine Voyage until the end of the night. The line gets significantly smaller near the end of the night while the fireworks are going on. Works every time for me.

    • @MrEddiewoo
      @MrEddiewoo 7 років тому

      Odalys Figueroa True. But it ALWAYS makes me fall asleep after a long day. The same goes for the Tiki Room

  • @squishypastel283
    @squishypastel283 8 років тому +1

    This video was very helpful! Planning to go to Disneyland around the 1st-2nd week of July! Make more videos like these!

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      Glad to be a help, I've got more on the way soon!

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      Here's another vid with more tips. ua-cam.com/video/gwKp7gSkv5M/v-deo.html

  • @brazy1628
    @brazy1628 8 років тому +2

    Make shure to use ride max it's something you can get on your computer and laptop that prints out a schedule on all the rides you want to go on and what time to get a fast pass

  • @SparkyWellington
    @SparkyWellington 8 років тому +4

    Whenever navigating through the park try to stay to your right hand side. Not only does that make cast members jobs easier to help you get to where you want to go but its also going to help yourself out. You dont drive on the wrong side of the road expecting to get to where you want to go quickly, do you?

  • @anaisbijou
    @anaisbijou 8 років тому +1

    I'm taking my best friend next summer after we graduate as our graduation present. It's going to be her first time and my like millionth so I'm soooooo excited, but I'm hopping around getting as many Disney hacks as I can, so thank you for helping. :)

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      Of course thanks for watching, be sure to check out my 2nd video for more tips

  • @annette9150
    @annette9150 6 років тому +1

    Very helpful video, I really enjoyed is it! Do have a video or can you explain how FP works on the app and how to get the most out of it in detail, for a first time visitor? Thx so much

  • @DracoBabe88
    @DracoBabe88 7 років тому +1

    Thanks for the awesome tips!!! In October I will be going to Disneyland for the first time ever!!! I'm so excited but I'm also a bit worried. I'm a bigger person and I'm worried about fitting on the rides. Would you mind messaging me about your experience or even making a video.

  • @CaptainXtreme1
    @CaptainXtreme1 8 років тому +3

    I always try to go to radiator springs racers first because that ones is incredibly long

  • @dance_lifeforever6199
    @dance_lifeforever6199 7 років тому

    Thanks for those tip I have been searching for some good and helpfull tips because I'm going soon😋😋😋😋😋

  • @ginabarajas8776
    @ginabarajas8776 8 років тому +1

    I've been to Disneyland numerous times and I will use these while I go. I'm going in four more. Day I'm am very excited once I am done I'll tell u how it helped me

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      +That One Person nice I'll be there in 4 days too!

  • @marisoljauregui3043
    @marisoljauregui3043 5 років тому +1

    I got to Disneyland all the time and the trick is to always get on the rides that are anywhere from 10-20 min. Any longer wait it out. Until the line gets short. Unless it’s space mountain make sure it’s 35 min. Same thing with Cars. And incredicoaster

  • @JamesCrum
    @JamesCrum 9 років тому +1

    We usually hit Splash Mountain first - you can usually walk right on, ride in your own private log, and sometimes ride 2 or 3 times without leaving the log!
    Worst case scenerio is that you have to walk around and load again... no wait.
    Oh - and on the way get a FP for either Indy or Big Thunder.

  • @captainakron27
    @captainakron27 9 років тому +1

    Awesome Tips Mr. O!! #TDOC

  • @edwardelric1508
    @edwardelric1508 7 років тому

    THANK YOUUUUU! Ima go to Disneyland next month

  • @ardiskazanjian6347
    @ardiskazanjian6347 7 років тому +2

    To save time, I know from cast members, go to one land, do everything you want there and then go to the next one, that way you don't walk back and fourth.

  • @kilojr34
    @kilojr34 8 років тому +1

    Great video!!!
    My birthday is coming up July 20 and I was wondering if u have any tips for me I'm 16 going onto 17. But I will be going to California Adventure. Thanks for the good tips!!!

  • @raam1029
    @raam1029 5 років тому

    Dude, I use the exact mountain tactic! It’s amazing!

  • @se7endm
    @se7endm 8 років тому +1

    Best way to gave the most fun is if at all possible go during the week Tuesdays are nice. a tip for season pad holders is when it is raining grab a hoodie an umbrella and enjoy s mostly empty park

  • @girlchill4417
    @girlchill4417 8 років тому +1

    Just subscribed! Thanks so much☺Keep it up dude your awesome.

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video. I recently put out a video on how to get Real Dole Whips at home, and coming soon, a video about real Disneyland Churros at home too!

    • @girlchill4417
      @girlchill4417 8 років тому

      +The Dan-O Channel Thats so awesome.You're an amazing youtuber!Possibly my favorite.I love disneyland food, can't wait to try it!

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      +Girl CHILL oh if you love Disneyland food, check out my friend MigVer over at Magic Journeys! He has the best Disney food videos and some great Disneyland History on his channel. Tell him I sent ya!

    • @girlchill4417
      @girlchill4417 8 років тому

      +The Dan-O Channel I will! Thanks so much:)

  • @jennifercampbell2512
    @jennifercampbell2512 8 років тому +1

    Thank you!!

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому +1

      +Jennifer Campbell no problem

  • @anthonypiseno6341
    @anthonypiseno6341 8 років тому

    Thank you for this very helpful. One question though, about how many rides can you get done in those opening hours? Like most of the popular ones?

  • @marletgaeta5751
    @marletgaeta5751 8 років тому +2

    During the fireworks many people tend to stop where they are at to watch them and that's the perfect opportunity for you to get in a line because people either don't get in line or get out of the line to see the fireworks.

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому +1

      Very true! same thing during the nighttime parade/Fantasmic when it's running.

  • @eduardo13405
    @eduardo13405 5 років тому

    We will be going there next week , we’re thinking of doing the three days but not sure if to do the park hopper. Is it worth it? Will it be too much going back and forth?. Thanks

  • @laurenwindley9267
    @laurenwindley9267 8 років тому +1

    Thank you!

  • @MikeKarschti
    @MikeKarschti 9 років тому +1

    Wish I saw this video before I went to DL for the first time a few months ago.
    You got video bombed at 7:39. lol

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  9 років тому +1

      Haha yeah, I wanted to freeze frame it and point her out but for everything else took so long to render I decided not to add any more work.

    • @MikeKarschti
      @MikeKarschti 9 років тому +1

      Haha. I hear ya.

  • @ShellBellsChannel
    @ShellBellsChannel 6 років тому +1

    How long do you wait in line once you have the fast pass and go back at the designated time ??

  • @hanna9977
    @hanna9977 7 років тому

    What me and my family does it the opposite actually. We get there extremely early, like you said, but we try to stay in one area of the park and hit all the rides in the area at a time then move on and stay until Disneyland closes at midnight. We get to go on every single ride in every single part of Disneyland in a day so we hit everything, WITHOUT FAST-PASSES because we're lazy, and waiting gives us something to do I guess :)

  • @chloedunne8858
    @chloedunne8858 7 років тому

    I'm going on Friday can't wait 😆😆😆😆

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  7 років тому

      +Desiree Vasquez have fun!

  • @shaehawk1091
    @shaehawk1091 7 років тому +3

    Omg, I'm so exited!! My boyfriend is taking me to Disneyland for the first time!! I'm doing as much research a 15 year old girl can do!! lol, I'm so weird, but please wish me luck. :)

  • @kyahnichole754
    @kyahnichole754 8 років тому +4

    the girl that jumps in the video at 7:39 lol

  • @connertonadventures
    @connertonadventures 9 років тому +1

    Great video -- makes me want to get out to Disneyland so badly!! I've forgotten how much the new fastpass+ system over here has changed how we do the parks!

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  9 років тому

      Yeah, the fastpass+ system in wdw is way different. I liked it though. I wish I had more notice when I went on my trip for the #Disneyside creator conference. I would've loved to have planned it out more.

    • @connertonadventures
      @connertonadventures 9 років тому +1

      The Dan-O Channel I think the planning part is both a pro and a con. Locks you into a plan a bit more, but does ensure that you get to hit at least three must-dos. But definitely different than the old paper system. Do you think they'll ever bring fp+ to disneyland? Would you want them to?

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  9 років тому

      I don't think I would want them to. and I don't think we need it. Wdw has way more to offer in terms of quantity of attractions. So a little organization helps. I think it could make things worse at Disneyland. Fastpass as a whole changed the "economy" of waiting in line. It created clogged walkways, and was created during a weird era, where disney was driven by people who were from retail and the real drive behind fastpass initially was to get people out of line so they could spend money on food or souvenirs. It changed the way we judge whether or not a line is too long. While I make sure to use it as it much as I can, I do miss the old days before fastpass!

  • @batmanjoker2271
    @batmanjoker2271 8 років тому +3

    ask the cast members for magic they might get you into a ride without waiting

  • @mena94x3
    @mena94x3 9 років тому +1

    Good tips!
    For a week in January I am taking my hubby & 9 year old son to Disneyland. (I'm probably the most excited member of the family) :-) Haven't been down there in 26 years!! Anyway, do you feel a week is adequate time to experience Disneyland, California Adventure and Knotts Berry Farm? Taking advantage of things like fast passes, is a week enough time to "do it all?" Advice?

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  9 років тому

      mena94x3 yeah I definitely think that's plenty of time. January is usually a great month to go because of lower than average traffic. But this also means a higher number of attractions may be closed for refurbishment. If you check Disneyland's park hours page, leading up to your trip you can get a better idea of what to expect and plan accordingly. You should be able to do many things more than once on your trip and even take some time and just enjoy the characters and atmosphere. Have a great trip.

  • @jaydirodas4257
    @jaydirodas4257 8 років тому +2

    i have a question might sound dumb. i know we can leave the park and return. how does that work? Do we need anything or just the tickets? love your tips and tricks I've watched them a million times haha.

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      +Jaydi Rodas they stamp your hand on the way out and when they scan your ticket on your way back in, they shine a light over your hand to see the stamp. Pro tip: smell the stamp right after the place it, it smells like lemons!

  • @spectorslay3435
    @spectorslay3435 8 років тому +2

    When you go to Disney California
    Adventure always get on radiator springs racers first

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому +1

      +The Killer Slay good plan!

  • @mramirez2117
    @mramirez2117 6 років тому

    is getting on some rides THEN eating breakfasts good plan?

  • @willy121000
    @willy121000 8 років тому

    Thanks for the tips! How many days would you suggest for the week of march 7-11? I dont plan to get on all the attractions but would like to get on quite a few.

  • @geetarlover4
    @geetarlover4 9 років тому

    The mountains are always my first go-to's (plus Indy). But just being there from 8-10 is helpful! I feel like you can get through all the big ones in those first two hours. Also, definitely try to get stuff done while you're there. If you just got off Indy and Pirates or Jungle Cruise are looking good, might as well do it while you're there! Also, thinking about where you're waiting in line is important. Star Tours isn't one I ever feel rushed to get on because most of the line is air conditioned and entertaining. Compare to Space Mountain where you may be lucky to get some shade before you're inside but that line is BORING.

  • @elizabethvergara
    @elizabethvergara 9 років тому +3

    My tip is for my fellow mint julep/beignet lovers! If you've got the time, skip the mint julep bar and order inside the sit down restaurant Cafe Orleans. They will keep topping off your mint julep as long as you can keep drinking it!

    • @ShyMonst3r
      @ShyMonst3r 6 років тому

      Elizabeth Mach as for the beignet, the jazz kitchen in downtown disney has the best in the park!

  • @JolieAlexandra
    @JolieAlexandra 8 років тому +6

    ugh I wish I could live in California and go to Disney like 24/7 lmao

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому +1

      +Jolie Alexandra I wish I did too. I travel from Vegas for all my trips. Cali is way too expensive!

    • @MarshallMathers-wz2lt
      @MarshallMathers-wz2lt 8 років тому +2

      I liv in CA and I'm going tommorow

  • @izot1061
    @izot1061 7 років тому

    One kinda of obvious is if you don't want to watch the big parades cut through the stores, and if you find a ride you just love to go on at around 12 or 11 (depends what park and if the color show will be on) stick by that ride one night me and my sister were able to go on indiana jones 7 times, in the last five minutes when there was no more line every one just shouted again! again! we had some really cool "cast members" operating the ride

    • @Anthony-xe5db
      @Anthony-xe5db 6 років тому

      Yes! Been like that since I could remember even back in the 1980s. I loved the Electrical Parade not because of the parade (I don't bother to watch) but because it literally meant walking onto almost any ride without a wait time.

  • @sunny6977
    @sunny6977 8 років тому +1

    Go during the week always get there super early and I always get a fast pass for a big ride like space mtn but hem go on a smaller one while you wait

    • @sunny6977
      @sunny6977 8 років тому

      Then

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      +sunny6977 midweek is always a good bet!

  • @albertort1
    @albertort1 7 років тому

    what ticket is better for the whole day?

  • @Cerise4697
    @Cerise4697 8 років тому +1

    Hey you used the same "intro" sound effect as the Veritasium channel! Haha :D

  • @DjNvs
    @DjNvs 7 років тому +3

    I actually would NOT recommend hopping from park to park, unless you can visit often. If you're a first timer, stick to one park per day. When my son got to go for the first time, we went 3 days and paid for park hoppers just for the extra magic hour. . One day at Disneyland, one day at DCA and day 3 we used the park hopper option for stuff we hadn't done, or wanted to do again.

    • @DjNvs
      @DjNvs 7 років тому +1

      Now we both have annual passes.

    • @mrsmartinez21
      @mrsmartinez21 7 років тому

      Dj Nvs thank you for this tip , we're planning for 3 days also..

    • @DjNvs
      @DjNvs 7 років тому

      christina Martinez another thing is, on your California Adventure day, you can go to Disneyland for the last couple of hours when DCA closes.... with the park hopper. But I definitely recommend one park per day if it's your first time.

  • @laurenwindley9267
    @laurenwindley9267 8 років тому

    How fast are Hyperspace Mountain fastpasses running out usually? Thanks!

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      +Lauren Windley It really does vary based on the traffic of the day. Right now is typically the slow season but since the 60th anniversary Diamond Celebration kicked off, normal traffic patterns have been above average. Either way I'd recommend get your Fast Pass as soon as possible. or making it your first ride of the morning. If not expect at least a 45 minute wait if not more.

  • @xochdominguez
    @xochdominguez 9 років тому +3

    Thanks for the tips! First trip for our two year old in two weeks. Any rides you recommend for his age?

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  9 років тому

      Xochitl Coin Any of the Fantasyland Dark rides, and definitely the attractions over at Bugs land over at DCA are perfect the little ones. Also pack a bathing suit or change of clothes for your kid, they have a nice splash park that little kids(and some adults) love. It's a great distraction if the park get busy and if it's hot out!

    • @xochdominguez
      @xochdominguez 9 років тому +1

      I did not know about the splash pad thank you!

  • @leeshdee9269
    @leeshdee9269 7 років тому +2

    Bring a reusable water bottle. They have filtered taps in the park that you can use. Bottled water is so expensive inside the parks, and if you buy 4 bottles at $4 each that's $16 right there gone on something you can get for free. Bring your own snacks like fruit and museli/granola bars with you as well, and skip buying snacks like pretzels and chips in the park. Again, it's crazy expensive. To save even more money skip having lunch and dinner inside the park and go to Downtown Disney instead. There is a Rainforest Cafe at Downtown Disney in Disneyland, as well as other chain cafes and eateries.

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  7 років тому

      Great tip! definitely a huge savings!

  • @kimmarquez6534
    @kimmarquez6534 8 років тому +1

    im going to Disneyland on Saturday May 7th and i cant wait its gonna be my 3rd time going to Disneyland California

    • @stephaniegomez2319
      @stephaniegomez2319 8 років тому

      +Kim Marquez have fun!! If you haven't already tried it, you should get a corndog in Disney! They're delicious!! Im going through Disney withdrawls myself right now lol.

    • @fartingburrito2498
      @fartingburrito2498 8 років тому

      I'm gonna be there on the 7th too!

    • @kimmarquez6534
      @kimmarquez6534 8 років тому

      +Stephanie Gomez thanks

    • @kimmarquez6534
      @kimmarquez6534 8 років тому

      +farting burrito if it rains i might not go😞but if it does ill go May20th

  • @Justin_Yoshi_Lau
    @Justin_Yoshi_Lau 8 років тому +1

    "what have I done to deserve this?" lol!!😂😂😂😂

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      ?

    • @kylierose1125
      @kylierose1125 8 років тому +1

      +The Dan-O Channel you said that when you were on autopia. 😛

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      ooooohh!

  • @alizeec981
    @alizeec981 5 років тому

    Go on splash mountain at night it’s always such a fast line, obviously.

  • @TheGeorgeee13
    @TheGeorgeee13 8 років тому +1

    Could you explain the fast pass situation I'm still s bit confused ? Also does the parking lot allow in and out privileges like the park ?

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      +Jorge O. Yes you can get in and out privileges when you pay for parking. as far as Fast Pass, only select rides at DIsneyland have "Fastpass" what you do is find the fastpass machines, usually located near the ride entrance, and insert your park ticket, the machine will give you your ticket back and another ticket with a return time to come back and enjoy that ride. Depending on how busy that day is and how many people already have fastpasses the return time will be later and later. You have a 1 hour window to return and enter the ride with little to no wait. At Disneyland all the rides are very good about posting current stand by wait times. when you have a fastpass you don't wait in the normal stand-by line but a shorter queue that moves much quicker. Again not all rides have fastpass available as an option.

    • @TheGeorgeee13
      @TheGeorgeee13 8 років тому

      +The Dan-O Channel awesome thanks I found this video very helpful one last question is the magic morning for everyone or just for people who stay in the resorts.

  • @RaechelSykes
    @RaechelSykes 4 роки тому

    @Dan-O you should do a new one

  • @Blueroselover30
    @Blueroselover30 8 років тому +1

    I have a question it's probably stupid but I've never been to Disneyland. Do you have to pay for fast passes

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      That is actually a great question, No you do not have to pay for the Fastpass service. It uses your park ticket to assign FastPasses based on availability and is first come first served, so if it is a busy day, the Fastpasses will run out early. Also note, that not all attractions offer Fastpass, usually just the more popular rides with longer lines.

  • @leof.2905
    @leof.2905 7 років тому

    Do you need a Park Hopper ticket to go from Disneyland to DCA? or is that just in WDW?

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  7 років тому

      Yes, you do need either a park hopper or you can get a single park ticket but your only get to go to 1 park on that day.

    • @leof.2905
      @leof.2905 7 років тому

      thanks. I wan't sure if that was only in Orlando

  • @dnich154
    @dnich154 7 років тому +1

    is it less packed on a weekday or about the same as a weekend?

    • @Anthony-xe5db
      @Anthony-xe5db 6 років тому

      Weekday. Sept, January, February are the slower times. Rainy or drizzly days I've seen the park about empty. Stay away during prom week and spring break and grad night as both the Anaheim and Fullerton school districts are closed or have stuff going on and the park is packed beyond packed. April, May, June are the busiest and the last week/weekend before school resumes in August.

  • @sydyes6145
    @sydyes6145 8 років тому

    We just went to disneyland this past Thursday, and my experience kinda sucked. Last went in second grade, so i was looking forward to all the rides i didn't go on (rollercoasters and the slow fairytale rides because we went to california adven. then and we went to disney park this time). me and my mom came later, and my brothers got there at opening. they had already done the rides i wanted to go on so they were all like, we aren't going on them. They only wanted to do rides they liked, nothing i wanted to do was taken into consideration. The only 'slow' ride we went on was haunted mansion, and they were barely alright with that. The parks don't suck, my brothers do, but I'm probably not going to be able to go for a long time, and im bummed because that kinda ruined it a bit for me ;-;

  • @hollieballard5053
    @hollieballard5053 9 років тому +1

    you shiny star you!!!!!!

  • @redskull7066
    @redskull7066 8 років тому +1

    Do you recommend I go to Disney land

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      +Red Skull I recommend that everyone go to Disneyland!

  • @plllover1819
    @plllover1819 8 років тому

    one tip is to use the app to see the wait time on your favorite rides

  • @lucygarcia5227
    @lucygarcia5227 8 років тому +1

    how many fast passes can you get in total?

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      +Lucy Garcia once you get your first fastpass there is a time printed at the bottom that will let you know when you can get another fastpass. The system in each park usually allows you to have 1 fastpass open at a time. Sometimes for busier rides your fastpass return time will be much later in the day, and the next fastpass will be available sooner. It all depends on how busy it is and how quickly the fastpasses are distributed.

  • @harleytucker21
    @harleytucker21 5 років тому

    if you are staying in The Disneyland Hotel take the Monorail in Downtown Disney

  • @hopeschannel
    @hopeschannel 7 років тому +2

    My tip would be to just wait until the very end of the night, especially for space mountain, I've seen the line wait time be up to 2 hours around 1pm and be only about 5 minutes when it's 5-10 minutes before closing. Also go on crowded rides whenever any event is going on like the parade or especially the fireworks. And finally the best fast passes to run and get early in the morning would be either radiator springs racers (because the wait time always is high there no matter what) or the new guardians ride (just because I know the lines are going to be ridiculous the first few weeks)

    • @candicetobes4723
      @candicetobes4723 7 років тому

      hopelovestyler I'm going to both parks in just one day for the first time. And I want to make the most out of it on our first Disney trip 😊 Any reccomendations on what ride to go first and what should I get fast passes on? btw, I'm a teen 😄

    • @hopeschannel
      @hopeschannel 7 років тому +2

      The rides with the longest wait time are radiator spring racers, guardians of the galaxy, space mountain, matterhorn and sometimes splash mountain. What I always do is the first second I'm at the park I run and get a fastpass for either racers or guardians because they're the ones that run out the fastest. Depending on how packed the park is, they could be gone by 12pm. You have to wait 2 hours between that fastpass until your next one so go on rides with shorter wait times like midway mania, california screamin etc. (get the app it helps a lot with wait times) and try to maximize your day don't be so caught up in rides that you miss out on the fireworks or the frozen show (they're both really good!) and just remember to have fun! And remember DCA closes before Disneyland so try to get all the rides at DCA first and then go to disneyland from 10pm to 12am and that's the best time to ride Indiana Jones, Space Mountain and Star Tours. The last hour there's literally no lines. I hope I helped and I'd love to answer any questions you have, hope your trip is amazing!

    • @candicetobes4723
      @candicetobes4723 7 років тому

      hopelovestyler Thank you so much! This really helped me since right now I'm actually doing a to-do lost since I gotta be ready ☺️ Btw, do you think we can like finish all the highlighted rides in both parks for just a day? This is really stressing me out hihi

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  7 років тому

      +hopelovestyler great advice!

    • @hopeschannel
      @hopeschannel 7 років тому +1

      Definitely I do it every time I go, as long as you avoid super long wait times you should definitely be ok!

  • @eduardojvargas7145
    @eduardojvargas7145 8 років тому +1

    Where do you leave your bag?

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому +1

      Personally I carry everything with me in a backpack. But they have very spacious lockers at all Disney Parks!

  • @mattgoyeau
    @mattgoyeau 7 років тому

    7:40 😂😂

  • @xxbluesky77xxG
    @xxbluesky77xxG 5 років тому +1

    Hey how do you know if it's a magic hour day?

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  5 років тому +1

      Veronica Reveles check the Disneyland website or app for the daily schedule

    • @xxbluesky77xxG
      @xxbluesky77xxG 5 років тому

      @@Dan-O thanks. How old was your son in this video?

  • @EverythingShow2
    @EverythingShow2 8 років тому +1

    What pass do you suggest that someone who wants to go once a month to get

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому +1

      +MEME KING It really depends on your days off, and budget. Many of the cheaper passes or even the ones sold to So Cal locals, are a great bargain, but they are blocked on weekend days. If you only plan on going on weekends, that presents a big problem. Here's a link to the Disneyland Annual Passes, browse the details and blockout days and see what works best for your situation! disneyland.disney.go.com/passes/

    • @dabcity3326
      @dabcity3326 8 років тому +1

      +The Dan-O Channel can I use these tips for Walt Disney world

    • @elodie5075
      @elodie5075 8 років тому

      ONCE A MONTH! I live in Illinois so I never been and I'm watching these just for fun cause I know I'll never go there

  • @milliehope2124
    @milliehope2124 6 років тому

    Did u see the lass in the background

  • @lxstsummers5843
    @lxstsummers5843 7 років тому +1

    what's the ticket price for both parks

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  7 років тому

      +MexiTv Rodriguez www.Disneyland.com has all current ticket prices

    • @lxstsummers5843
      @lxstsummers5843 7 років тому +1

      thanks I appreciate it

  • @jaylapid5163
    @jaylapid5163 8 років тому

    1. arrive there before the park opens..
    2. go to cali adv
    3. go on cars (longest wait time in midday of both parks)
    4. go on terror
    5. go on screaming
    6. head to disneyland get fast passes for either indiana or space
    7. if space fast pass get in line for matterhorn
    8. if indiana go ride big thunder/pirates/splash
    and then go from there haha

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  8 років тому

      +Jay Lapid nailed it.

  • @coolness06
    @coolness06 8 років тому

    One suggestion I have is this: DON'T bother with Fastpass on Indiana Jones Adventure! This may sound odd considering it is one of the most popular attractions in the park. However, your Fastpass merges in with the regular line as you enter the temple, and those of you that know Indy, once you enter the temple you still have at least 25-30 min of waiting ahead of you! My strategy for Indy is to hit it up first thing in the morning, or late at night when the wait is under 45 min.

    • @alexisniz7873
      @alexisniz7873 8 років тому +1

      True that, whenever i go, i still get one just in case, some times it's surprising when indy is about 20 -30 min long wait time from outside, so that fast pass will boost you up pretty good. And for those going for first time, early morning you MUST go to tommorow land, right now that is getting all attention because of star wars (which i LOVE) so get on as much rides as you can there then go to the rest 👌🏻

    • @coolness06
      @coolness06 8 років тому

      +Alexis Niz Update! I was just at the parks the past few days. Decided to use FP for Indy. We lucked out and actually got through pretty fast! Waited about 10 min :)

    • @dsggreenful
      @dsggreenful 8 років тому

      So true, also beware of star tours fastpasses very similar style.

  • @misschu59
    @misschu59 7 років тому

    What is the ride at @6:50 called?

    • @Dan-O
      @Dan-O  7 років тому

      Big Thunder Mountain!

    • @misschu59
      @misschu59 7 років тому

      Thank you! I plan to visit soon!