I will say I don’t get on the train at New Orleans square, not enough people get off there so it’s always a long wait. I will do Tomorrowland more often because my husband rides a scooter and we can park it there and do the full circle.
Yep. That's why the WDW version is rough like Matterhorn and Disneyland is smooth. Disneyland track is different than WDW... I think. It's been a while since I rode both. 😅 Happy Holidays
I think for SM what I would like to see is the "real" Q expanded so there are more chances to look out into space (screens) and what not. Along with keeping the ride track the same but having screens on the inside like the Sphere in Vegas. Imagine the entire ride feeling like your really in the endless void of space? Would be amazing and allow them to bring back an improved version of Ghost Galaxy and the Star Wars Verizon and even easily make special versions of the ride for events as well.
The trick to riding Matterhorn without being tossed around too much is to sit forward with your back away from the backrest - then lean with the turns (as if you were actually doing a bobsled ride)
Just took my family there for 5 days and was a little disappointed with the overall quality at the park. Buzz lightyear astro blasters needs some major TLC and the gardening out front was unkempt. Cast members would talk about outside problems too (not something I'm used to seeing) the mandalorian pushed my 8 year old away when he asked to take a picture with him. It wasn't it for us and we will probably hold off a few years on going back unfortunately 🥺
Another honorable mention should be small world. Whether you love it or hate it, or just tolerate it, it says disney to me. Disneyland will always be special because it was walts park
Another of your very best videos. Childlike enthusiasm and an upbeat infectious tone for a place so many of us adore. Keep it up. For me, editorials, places Disney can improve, and all that are fine, but never if they become a drumbeat message over time and across videos. I can get pundit messages and constant criticism a zillion other places, but most times are from people looking for clicks, not who try to first convey their love of the place from someone who really cares. Keep smiling and spread that love of the Happiest Place on Earth - it’s why Fresh Baked is what it is. I’ve been to all the Disney parks in the US dozens or hundreds of times over the years, and was fortunate to get to Tokyo Disneyland a couple times before DisneySea was built. They’re all great, but like you, Disneyland has always been, and always will be the most special one for me.
You say, "Ive heard the Disneyland Paris one (Space Mountain) is pretty exceptional". I thought you and Liz went a couple years ago... Was it closed?? If so what a bummer. That is one of the things Im really looking forward to if I can ever make it out there. That and the dragon in the basement.
You so get "Disneyland" my friend. I love these vlogs. Everything you're saying is exactly why Disneyland will forever be my favorite, and I've been to all of them. I am a fan of coasters, an enthusiast, but I'm a Theme Park fan first. You and Liz and the kids must at some point visit " Efteling" in the Netherlands, your mind will explode. If you decide one day to shop airlines for a trip to Europe, when you've decided on the best fair available let me know what it is and my wife and I will beat it and fly you ourselves in our CJ3+ Citation
when having the conversation about fantasyland and dark rides, in my mind I was thinking of Efteling. That it might be a place that still does it the way Disneyland does.
I could not explain it better@@FreshBakedDisney The first time I visited that park I had just spent 3 and a half months in Frankfurt Germany recovering from wounds. I checked out a car on base and drove to Paris seeking a bit of home, Disneyland Paris. While there a cast member made me her mission determined to make my visit perfect, she was Dutch. By the end of my second day she had talked me into driving to Kaatsheuvel to visit Efteling, mind blown
If you rope-dropped Space Mountain, road the Disneyland Railroad, made it through the queue at Peter Pan's Flight, messed up your back on the Matterhorn, cooled down on Pirates of The Caribbean, and finally rode the Omnibus to the exit, that would be a heck of a day. Throw in a meal and some Mickey beignets, that's a magical day. Thanks Dave!
Our family played a game every time we drove down to Disneyland. Who could yell out “I see the Matterhorn!” First. When my daughter moved to OC she would pass by and text me, “Matterhorn!”
For ME, it's not about ANY singular attraction (or even all collectively)... it's the PLACE, that milieu, the ambiance. I LOVE it even if I just wander. The reason for this is partly nostalgia, I've been going to Disneyland since it opened, my childhood and life are to a degree entwined with the place. I remember Walt Disney... I remember a lot of attractions no longer there... so many good memories. I go under that bridge, see Main Street, and a smile comes to my face. Every time.
I love Disneyland because all this and more. No other park captures the magic like DL, and no other vlogger captures the magic like Fresh Baked! Also, while I agree on the main street vehicles, I'm a fire truck girl myself. ❤
We ALWAYS ride the Disneyland Railroad first. The Main Street steps are no longer possible for me 😢but I go to Toon Town or Tomorrowland where I board with minimal stairs and sometimes do 2 Grand Circle Tours❤❤
Remember going as a 4 year old the first week Pirates opened. As a young teenager in the 70’s I was there the first week Space Mountain opened and Big Thunder Mountain, still miss the Mine Train thru Natures Wonderland. Worked at the Disneyland Hotel thru college in the mid to late 80’s. I remember the lean years at the park thru the 90’s, and its resurgence after 2000. Been a pass holder for the last 20 plus years. So my ride selection that as a 60 year old goes as this. Pirates, Tiki Room, Great Moments with Abe, Small World, the Train…….Matterhorn honorable mention. These to me represent what Walt was aiming for as the park evolved. The Train was an original, but probably was the reason there’s a park. I miss the oldies, People Mover, America the Beautiful Circarama theater, America Sings, Bear Country Jamboree……..these were teenage favorites. I hope they don’t destroy what remains as landmark attractions that take you back, but they’ve already have.
Loved this! DL has been so special to me all my life, been most yrs, aside from a 20-yr break as a broke young adult ;) , and you’re reminding me how much I want to take some beloved relatives who’ve never been. Gotta make a plan, and save some pennies (I mean dollars, or 100 dollar bills…) … It’s a lovely goal, something to ponder for fun.
Well I applaud your attempt at picking the 5 most iconic rides that defines Disneyland and I’m guessing in order to? Well choosing 5 would be extremely difficult if not impossible. I would also challenge you to pick the most iconic experiences of all of Disneyland. Rides, experiences, etc. now myself being an old timer and been going to Disneyland since the 60’s I have a different perspective. I also wouldn’t just pick just rides. Now would be extremely difficult to pick just 5 but I’ll give it a go. From most to least. 1/ Matterhorn. It’s first a ride that you look for on the drive to Disneyland. It’s the first steel tubed coaster. It’s the only ride that exists at Disneyland only. It happens to be my favorite ride of all time. ( also special note : there is a trick to riding the Matterhorn that does not hurt your back and makes it more enjoyable. When you get to the top of the hill sit up in the seat and ride it like your riding a horse. It’s the seat of that transfers the roughness of the ride to your body. This also applies to Indiana Jones. 2/ the tram into the park. I know it’s not a ride per say but it’s a memorable experience both into the park and back to your car. 3/ the train as it’s the first thing you see and you always hear the sound of the train coming into the station. 4/ Main Street. Walking up Main Street. 5/ Pirates definitely the most iconic ride overall, agree with you there. 6/ Haunted Mansion. 7/ Peter Pan. 8/ Space Mountain. 9/ Splash Mountain. 10/ Monorail. Will have to reevaluate my choices and positions but that’s my picks at this point.
I used to ride the Disneyland Railroad first thing. See, way back when, you couldn't instantly get into the rest of the park when you got there before what is now called "rope drop" . . . but the trains on the Disneyland Railroad would be going. So, I would get on the Disneyland Railroad, but unlike Walt Disney's vision, I would use it as transportation to the first two rides I wanted to ride so badly - the Pirates of the Caribbean and the Haunted Mansion. Today's Disneyland isn't like the Disneyland back then. I can't even tell you how many decades back that memory comes from. But I remember it vividly, because most people waited for the rope drop while I joined other people getting on the Disneyland Railroad to disembark at the New Orleans Square station to get a head start on two of the most popular attractions of Disneyland.
A trick I have to riding Matterhorn and not having the back pain after is to brace my feet against the floorboards, pushing my back solidly against the back rest for the entire ride.
both Pirates and Haunted Mansion are my two favorite rides. Haunted mansion number 1. do to the fact I'm a big horror movie fan and history of Real life haunted places and stories. then number 2 the Pirate ride.
I do more than take just the train first... I do the monorail into the park...then the grand circle tour. Yes, that involves getting on the train in tomorrowland, but it works for me.
One thing that makes Disneyland unique and special, to me, is something that appeared right at the end of the video: the Flag Retreat. I love this little show. I love that it happens every day. I love being there and seeing the small, but dedicated group that show up for it. I don't get to see it often because I go with people who unfortunately, for their own reasons, don't appreciate it. But whenever I go by myself, I love to watch it. Walt said that "Disneyland is dedicated to the ideals, the dreams, and the hard facts that have created America." To me, that flag retreat ceremony echoes that sentiment and how important it is to the foundation and core of Disneyland. It's something that everybody should stop and watch, regardless of your feelings toward the current state of the country. I always feel that it renews my passion for why I love being who I am, living where I am, and having the priviledge to go to this place - especially as often as I go. Another thing that I love is It's a Small World, especially the Holiday version. It gives me hope for the world. Hope that everything is going to be okay. Hope that despite our differences, we will overcome them and learn to live in peace. It is that source of joy and inspiration that all the world needs to see. Yes, it is at most of the other Disney resorts, but the holiday version is unique to Disneyland. That's what makes it even more special at this time. It's those messages of hope and peace and kindness that resonate with me when I'm at Disneyland. Do I take those values outside the park always? Unfortunately not but I always try to live by them when I can. Other theme parks don't spread those messages. They don't take the time to educate or inspire. That's really the Disney difference. Without being preachy, the best attractions and experiences teach something to us and give us something to look forward to even outside of our Disney day. Not many things make me tear up, but those two things almost always manage to get me. I'm usually pretty curmudgeonly but even I have a soft spot for those things that inspire us to be better people
Love these videos. Talking about Disneyland and explanation of a feature, or idea, or how-to about the park. Love the sharing of ideas and perspectives!
Just back from our trip. We had an amazing time. It was great to meet you! FYI we got our ride up Main Street on the omnibus….slow down and take in the sights, sounds, and smells. 🙏
Until Pirates broke down for 2 hours then in my 70s helped across the water and climbed hundreds of steps to be handed a fast ticket for all the trouble
Space mountain should really be closed down, taken down and completely rebuilt from the bottom up like they just did in Tokyo, Disneyland. In fact, there are many rides that need that the park is showing its age and it’s getting dangerous.
It already has been completely gutted and rebuilt... in preparation for Disneyland's 50th. It was closed from April 10, 2003 until it reopened on July 15, 2005, two days before Disneyland turned 50.
@@WindowtotheMagic True, but 90 days, 20 years ago, is not sufficient now. One example is the pole that fell in the latest Santa Ana in Town Square. Turns out it was rusted almost through- something they had not been checking. They just are not up to the old standards are in danger of killing the magic, in my opinion.
Good morning. Would you do a video exclusively about getting around in the park for people who are partially disabled. I have trouble walking or standing for a long time. I don't have either an electric wheelchair or other method of getting around. What facilities does Disneyland have for that situation. I'd like to see a real life demonstration of getting an electric wheelchair and getting on and off rides, ride restrictions, etc. Thank you.
Thank you. After listening to episode After episode with you talking about Main St Vehicles, I committed to making sure I ride one. My kids ended up waking up and got out of the stroller to ride what my 3 year old calls the fart bus. E ride it down main St at midnight with all the Xmas decorations up. It was one of my best memories and will continue to be so thank you
I had a different approach to entering the park. I took the Monorail INTO the park, and then the train into Main Street. That was so cool. Thanks for your videos. I really enjoyed it.
I love Disneyland, but Disney's social engineering disgusts me. Walt would be appalled. Did you find the transgender princess? I'm not going back until they stop their terrible advocacy for Trans and promotion of LGB policies. They need to stay out of advocacy.
My first trip to Disneyland was 1957. First ride was the train at that time it was cattle cars so you had to stand the whole trip. And guess who was driving the train ? Walt Disney . We have a picture of him as the train stopped and we got off. My dad called to him and he came over and talk to my dad. The my dad asked if he could to take his picture he said yes then got back on the train. What a great for a 6 year old to see Mr Disney in person.
@@WindowtotheMagic how am I mean spirited and aggressive ? He complained about being manipulated so if you are not happy then separate yourself from the manipulation. So either he was lying to get views and discussion or he likes being manipulated..which one is it. He has a.top tier pass
David, you've been TOLD that WDW Magic Kindom's Space Mountain is not as good as Disneyland's version?! I thought you had a chance to ride on your Florida trip this past year ;) The 1975 WDW MK OG Space Mountain is essentially the Matterhorn in the dark, so it is VERY different from the California Space Mountain, but VERY familiar for Matterhorn fans.
This. ⬆️ They’re both rough, though. I’ll take Matterhorn’s roughness because…Matterhorn. 💕 Space Mtn at WDW is a rough ride and really stands in stark contrast to Space at DL. LOVE DL’s Space Mountain ❣️
I love the Disneyland Space Mountain...one of my all time faves. But the one in Paris is UNREAL! It makes you go, wheeehoooo! 😊 45 degree launch into the ride at 44 mph..then into a loop... Barrel rolling while tie fighters are shooting you. It's so good!
Fresh Baked we just wrapped up our week at Disneyland absolutely had the time of our lives and I am already planning in my mind the next trip. Thank you for all you do love your vlogs so inspiring.
Sadly I miss the old feeling Disneyland. It’s just not the same anymore. While their are still one or two great things and a handful good things it just has mired in negatives than positives since the corporation continues to squeeze every nickel possible out of the guest to make up for the rest of the companies epic/catastrophic failures
@@WindowtotheMagic hard to describe but it’s like some of the magic is gone. You can even see it on some of the cast members faces that things are different. Disneyland used to be all about bringing the magic to life and encouraging the dreams and imaginations of kids. Now it feels more like it’s all about a being a solid business choice and money maker for the corporation. Disneyland in Japan and France still have that feeling but Disneyland not so much sadly and I miss it
Great job 👏 with this video! ✨Disneyland is truly the happiest place on earth✨and an escape from the chaos of the world around us. Thank you for celebrating this magical place ✨💫⭐️ and please continue creating Disney content for those of us who can’t get there as often as we want to 🤗
Speaking of indoor coasters, if your a fan of Montezooma's Revenge at Knotts and you're as concerned for its future as I am, Walibi Belgium, In my opinion, created a masterpiece while breathing new life into their Schwarzkopf Shuttle Loop "Psyké Underground" is awesome.
When I was a kid, my family would come to DL from northern California one day each summer. We thought we were the cool kids because we could go so often. But the first ride we always took was the train. We all loved it, but for slightly different reasons. For my dad, his first job (1930s) was working in an ice house for the railroad in southern California. For my mom, it was memories of riding the Daylight Special and eating like a queen. For my brother, he collected and worked with model railroads. For my sister, it was she was back in DL! And for me, it was all about the folklore of America, the tales of John Henry and Casey Jones and the old romance of the rails. That circle tour of the park still looms large in my heart.
Yeah, Peter Pan. Yeah, Matterhorn. Ok, ok, you hit it on the head. Pirates! We STILL wants the redhead. Wait, now we REALLY wants the redhead! There's just something about a woman with a sword! (gulp, ok, that didn't come out well)
When I am Disneyland I make it a point to attend the flag retreat. As a Viet Nam era veteran, I was not treated well by the public and this is one of the few places that veterans can gather and are respected.
The Space Mt queue doesn't look very interesting to me. The queue in WDW is great because you jump immediately into the space ambience. I think I am going to like Disneyland's train better though. WDW also has dark rides but Disneyland definitely has more of them so am looking forward to that. I like WDW monorial system better because it is gorgeous to ride at night if you visit the beautiful resorts. WDW does have Everest, which I think is better than the Matterhorn, but I am looking forward to riding Matterhorn for a change. As for Pirates, I think the ride is better at Disneyland, but I love the beautiful cavernous queue at WDW. I am hoping to experience some of Disneyland's uniqueness when I'm there on the 18th after a very long absence. With all that said, I am a little worried about the wait times because I'm been comparing WDW and Disneyland almost daily, and Disneyland's wait are much longer! 5 days until the start of my road trip to California!
I have been to Disneyland a dozen times this year... Hoped to run into you every time this year and have not yet. But I have also been to Disney Paris this year and it's not the same. Disband will always be unique. It will always hold a special place in my heart. It is a special place that I feel no matter how many other parks they make, it will always be a special place ...
ahh, forgot about Swiss family, I thought about Tom Sawyer and Davy Crockett, but I believe Tom Sawyer is/was public domain, and Davy Crockett was a real person.@@WindowtotheMagic
new thought: Before Star Tours, all "IP" in DL could/should have been public domain. The fantasyland IPs, although we think of as Disney, are mostly Grimm fairy tales, etc.@@WindowtotheMagic
"You are participating in a man's dream..." beautifully said!
Disneyland is Uncle Walt’s warm embrace🫶🏻
I miss the “real” Horseshoe Review. It was so much fun! And Countrybear Jamboree.
I will say I don’t get on the train at New Orleans square, not enough people get off there so it’s always a long wait. I will do Tomorrowland more often because my husband rides a scooter and we can park it there and do the full circle.
You and Brickey … train lovers. You both gave me a new appreciation for full circle rides on the train. 🙌 That and the Mark Twain.
The original Space Mountain was in Disney World of course. It was one of the few rides that originated in Disney World and then moved to Disneyland.
It actually didn't move to Disneyland. They built a totally new one at Disneyland. The one at WDW is still there.
Yep. That's why the WDW version is rough like Matterhorn and Disneyland is smooth. Disneyland track is different than WDW... I think. It's been a while since I rode both. 😅 Happy Holidays
I think for SM what I would like to see is the "real" Q expanded so there are more chances to look out into space (screens) and what not. Along with keeping the ride track the same but having screens on the inside like the Sphere in Vegas. Imagine the entire ride feeling like your really in the endless void of space? Would be amazing and allow them to bring back an improved version of Ghost Galaxy and the Star Wars Verizon and even easily make special versions of the ride for events as well.
Freshbaked, Lunch at my desk equal the BEST 30 MINUTE BREAK!!
The trick to riding Matterhorn without being tossed around too much is to sit forward with your back away from the backrest - then lean with the turns (as if you were actually doing a bobsled ride)
100% agree, Pirates is what I think 1st when I think Disneyland!
Disneyland ISN'T a theme park! It is closer to a museum or historical site (7 wonders of the world)
Disneyland is a living breathing PLACE.
Dang!
Just took my family there for 5 days and was a little disappointed with the overall quality at the park. Buzz lightyear astro blasters needs some major TLC and the gardening out front was unkempt. Cast members would talk about outside problems too (not something I'm used to seeing) the mandalorian pushed my 8 year old away when he asked to take a picture with him. It wasn't it for us and we will probably hold off a few years on going back unfortunately 🥺
Another honorable mention should be small world. Whether you love it or hate it, or just tolerate it, it says disney to me. Disneyland will always be special because it was walts park
Another of your very best videos. Childlike enthusiasm and an upbeat infectious tone for a place so many of us adore. Keep it up. For me, editorials, places Disney can improve, and all that are fine, but never if they become a drumbeat message over time and across videos. I can get pundit messages and constant criticism a zillion other places, but most times are from people looking for clicks, not who try to first convey their love of the place from someone who really cares. Keep smiling and spread that love of the Happiest Place on Earth - it’s why Fresh Baked is what it is. I’ve been to all the Disney parks in the US dozens or hundreds of times over the years, and was fortunate to get to Tokyo Disneyland a couple times before DisneySea was built. They’re all great, but like you, Disneyland has always been, and always will be the most special one for me.
You say, "Ive heard the Disneyland Paris one (Space Mountain) is pretty exceptional". I thought you and Liz went a couple years ago... Was it closed?? If so what a bummer. That is one of the things Im really looking forward to if I can ever make it out there. That and the dragon in the basement.
Love Space Mountain!!! One of my favorite rides at Disneyland. I hope they never get rid of it🙏🙏😊😊💖💖
This video was great. It showcases what you do best and your genuine love for Disneyland.
You so get "Disneyland" my friend. I love these vlogs. Everything you're saying is exactly why Disneyland will forever be my favorite, and I've been to all of them. I am a fan of coasters, an enthusiast, but I'm a Theme Park fan first. You and Liz and the kids must at some point visit " Efteling" in the Netherlands, your mind will explode. If you decide one day to shop airlines for a trip to Europe, when you've decided on the best fair available let me know what it is and my wife and I will beat it and fly you ourselves in our CJ3+ Citation
when having the conversation about fantasyland and dark rides, in my mind I was thinking of Efteling. That it might be a place that still does it the way Disneyland does.
I could not explain it better@@FreshBakedDisney The first time I visited that park I had just spent 3 and a half months in Frankfurt Germany recovering from wounds. I checked out a car on base and drove to Paris seeking a bit of home, Disneyland Paris. While there a cast member made me her mission determined to make my visit perfect, she was Dutch. By the end of my second day she had talked me into driving to Kaatsheuvel to visit Efteling, mind blown
Disneyland is infinitely superior to MK and I am so glad almost no one agrees with me. It’s Walmart vibes vs mom and pop. Take MK you can have it.
Y’all have upped your cinematography game. That whip pan from Main Street to Tomorrowland was CLEAN.
Go omnibus!!! I can’t believe how many people don’t ride the omnibus! It’s the best!!
FRESHBAKED is Disneyland!!
Many comments to come as this topic is CHURCH!!
I agree, 🏴☠️ IS Disneyland! It’s always our 1st ride each time we visit Disneyland. 🖤
What does the sign at the train station saying "Population 650,000,000" represent?
I agree that Pirates is THE quintessential Disneyland ride that has set the bar for all immersive experiences for decades, and decades to come.
If you rope-dropped Space Mountain, road the Disneyland Railroad, made it through the queue at Peter Pan's Flight, messed up your back on the Matterhorn, cooled down on Pirates of The Caribbean, and finally rode the Omnibus to the exit, that would be a heck of a day. Throw in a meal and some Mickey beignets, that's a magical day. Thanks Dave!
Disneyland being original magic kingdom we are first one to opened 1955 we have Matterhorn Bobsleds no others Disney parks around the world don't it
Our family played a game every time we drove down to Disneyland. Who could yell out “I see the Matterhorn!” First. When my daughter moved to OC she would pass by and text me, “Matterhorn!”
For ME, it's not about ANY singular attraction (or even all collectively)... it's the PLACE, that milieu, the ambiance. I LOVE it even if I just wander. The reason for this is partly nostalgia, I've been going to Disneyland since it opened, my childhood and life are to a degree entwined with the place. I remember Walt Disney... I remember a lot of attractions no longer there... so many good memories. I go under that bridge, see Main Street, and a smile comes to my face. Every time.
I love Disneyland because all this and more. No other park captures the magic like DL, and no other vlogger captures the magic like Fresh Baked!
Also, while I agree on the main street vehicles, I'm a fire truck girl myself. ❤
We ALWAYS ride the Disneyland Railroad first. The Main Street steps are no longer possible for me 😢but I go to Toon Town or Tomorrowland where I board with minimal stairs and sometimes do 2 Grand Circle Tours❤❤
Remember going as a 4 year old the first week Pirates opened. As a young teenager in the 70’s I was there the first week Space Mountain opened and Big Thunder Mountain, still miss the Mine Train thru Natures Wonderland. Worked at the Disneyland Hotel thru college in the mid to late 80’s. I remember the lean years at the park thru the 90’s, and its resurgence after 2000. Been a pass holder for the last 20 plus years. So my ride selection that as a 60 year old goes as this. Pirates, Tiki Room, Great Moments with Abe, Small World, the Train…….Matterhorn honorable mention. These to me represent what Walt was aiming for as the park evolved. The Train was an original, but probably was the reason there’s a park. I miss the oldies, People Mover, America the Beautiful Circarama theater, America Sings, Bear Country Jamboree……..these were teenage favorites. I hope they don’t destroy what remains as landmark attractions that take you back, but they’ve already have.
Loved this! DL has been so special to me all my life, been most yrs, aside from a 20-yr break as a broke young adult ;) , and you’re reminding me how much I want to take some beloved relatives who’ve never been. Gotta make a plan, and save some pennies (I mean dollars, or 100 dollar bills…) … It’s a lovely goal, something to ponder for fun.
Well I applaud your attempt at picking the 5 most iconic rides that defines Disneyland and I’m guessing in order to? Well choosing 5 would be extremely difficult if not impossible. I would also challenge you to pick the most iconic experiences of all of Disneyland. Rides, experiences, etc. now myself being an old timer and been going to Disneyland since the 60’s I have a different perspective. I also wouldn’t just pick just rides. Now would be extremely difficult to pick just 5 but I’ll give it a go. From most to least. 1/ Matterhorn. It’s first a ride that you look for on the drive to Disneyland. It’s the first steel tubed coaster. It’s the only ride that exists at Disneyland only. It happens to be my favorite ride of all time. ( also special note : there is a trick to riding the Matterhorn that does not hurt your back and makes it more enjoyable. When you get to the top of the hill sit up in the seat and ride it like your riding a horse. It’s the seat of that transfers the roughness of the ride to your body. This also applies to Indiana Jones. 2/ the tram into the park. I know it’s not a ride per say but it’s a memorable experience both into the park and back to your car. 3/ the train as it’s the first thing you see and you always hear the sound of the train coming into the station. 4/ Main Street. Walking up Main Street. 5/ Pirates definitely the most iconic ride overall, agree with you there. 6/ Haunted Mansion. 7/ Peter Pan. 8/ Space Mountain. 9/ Splash Mountain. 10/ Monorail. Will have to reevaluate my choices and positions but that’s my picks at this point.
Can they land a helicopter on space mountain building?
I really miss the Captain EO show they had next to Space Mountain!
What a fun video. Thanks for putting in the time to create this video. We can see how much you care about the DLR. Fresh Baked!!
I used to ride the Disneyland Railroad first thing. See, way back when, you couldn't instantly get into the rest of the park when you got there before what is now called "rope drop" . . . but the trains on the Disneyland Railroad would be going. So, I would get on the Disneyland Railroad, but unlike Walt Disney's vision, I would use it as transportation to the first two rides I wanted to ride so badly - the Pirates of the Caribbean and the Haunted Mansion. Today's Disneyland isn't like the Disneyland back then. I can't even tell you how many decades back that memory comes from. But I remember it vividly, because most people waited for the rope drop while I joined other people getting on the Disneyland Railroad to disembark at the New Orleans Square station to get a head start on two of the most popular attractions of Disneyland.
A trick I have to riding Matterhorn and not having the back pain after is to brace my feet against the floorboards, pushing my back solidly against the back rest for the entire ride.
what happened to "live" last night? it's disappeared...
Man dont be throwing shade at haunted mansions movie line . They didnt have johnny depp
Davie WDW was first space mountain Disneyland was 2.0 Space mountain that why you see 77
i wasn't saying it's the original. I was saying it is iconic.
Disneyland is a special place
both Pirates and Haunted Mansion are my two favorite rides. Haunted mansion number 1. do to the fact I'm a big horror movie fan and history of Real life haunted places and stories. then number 2 the Pirate ride.
Nothing compares to ticket prices and food costs, that's for sure.
I love your enthusiasm for Disneyland. I love your trips around the park. You help me see the park in a new and exciting way.
I do more than take just the train first... I do the monorail into the park...then the grand circle tour. Yes, that involves getting on the train in tomorrowland, but it works for me.
One thing that makes Disneyland unique and special, to me, is something that appeared right at the end of the video: the Flag Retreat. I love this little show. I love that it happens every day. I love being there and seeing the small, but dedicated group that show up for it. I don't get to see it often because I go with people who unfortunately, for their own reasons, don't appreciate it. But whenever I go by myself, I love to watch it. Walt said that "Disneyland is dedicated to the ideals, the dreams, and the hard facts that have created America." To me, that flag retreat ceremony echoes that sentiment and how important it is to the foundation and core of Disneyland. It's something that everybody should stop and watch, regardless of your feelings toward the current state of the country. I always feel that it renews my passion for why I love being who I am, living where I am, and having the priviledge to go to this place - especially as often as I go. Another thing that I love is It's a Small World, especially the Holiday version. It gives me hope for the world. Hope that everything is going to be okay. Hope that despite our differences, we will overcome them and learn to live in peace. It is that source of joy and inspiration that all the world needs to see. Yes, it is at most of the other Disney resorts, but the holiday version is unique to Disneyland. That's what makes it even more special at this time. It's those messages of hope and peace and kindness that resonate with me when I'm at Disneyland. Do I take those values outside the park always? Unfortunately not but I always try to live by them when I can. Other theme parks don't spread those messages. They don't take the time to educate or inspire. That's really the Disney difference. Without being preachy, the best attractions and experiences teach something to us and give us something to look forward to even outside of our Disney day. Not many things make me tear up, but those two things almost always manage to get me. I'm usually pretty curmudgeonly but even I have a soft spot for those things that inspire us to be better people
The day they stop the flag retreat, we will know the dream that Walt built will be over.
Beautifully written thank you for sharing. I agree with you.
Love these videos. Talking about Disneyland and explanation of a feature, or idea, or how-to about the park. Love the sharing of ideas and perspectives!
Disneyland is OG. Nothing in the world compares! Built with almost limitless faith in the future of America!
So so good! I loved this video David!
I got to Universal and I’m done in half a day, I go to Disney and I spend the whole day and end it still having plenty more I could do.
"You don't see dark rides like this other than at Disneyland."
*laughs in Efteling*
Oh yes... Efteling is WAY AWESOME for its dark rides!!!
Just back from our trip. We had an amazing time. It was great to meet you! FYI we got our ride up Main Street on the omnibus….slow down and take in the sights, sounds, and smells. 🙏
The monorail in this video is the one I was chasing :)
There have been many times I’ve done the train first thing on entering the park. I’d do that every time if the rest of the family would let me.
My dad did this with us on our family vacations.
Until Pirates broke down for 2 hours then in my 70s helped across the water and climbed hundreds of steps to be handed a fast ticket for all the trouble
Those fast tickets are the best. Much faster than the regular tickets.
Space mountain should really be closed down, taken down and completely rebuilt from the bottom up like they just did in Tokyo, Disneyland. In fact, there are many rides that need that the park is showing its age and it’s getting dangerous.
It already has been completely gutted and rebuilt... in preparation for Disneyland's 50th. It was closed from April 10, 2003 until it reopened on July 15, 2005, two days before Disneyland turned 50.
@@WindowtotheMagic True, but 90 days, 20 years ago, is not sufficient now. One example is the pole that fell in the latest Santa Ana in Town Square. Turns out it was rusted almost through- something they had not been checking. They just are not up to the old standards are in danger of killing the magic, in my opinion.
Good morning. Would you do a video exclusively about getting around in the park for people who are partially disabled. I have trouble walking or standing for a long time. I don't have either an electric wheelchair or other method of getting around. What facilities does Disneyland have for that situation. I'd like to see a real life demonstration of getting an electric wheelchair and getting on and off rides, ride restrictions, etc. Thank you.
Provost Park Pass did a vlog on this I believe.
Check out Adventures Beyond Adversity. Their whole channel is devoted to this topic
Thank you. After listening to episode After episode with you talking about Main St Vehicles, I committed to making sure I ride one. My kids ended up waking up and got out of the stroller to ride what my 3 year old calls the fart bus. E ride it down main St at midnight with all the Xmas decorations up. It was one of my best memories and will continue to be so thank you
Great video. Gave me goosebumps.
I had a different approach to entering the park. I took the Monorail INTO the park, and then the train into Main Street. That was so cool. Thanks for your videos. I really enjoyed it.
I love Disneyland, but Disney's social engineering disgusts me. Walt would be appalled. Did you find the transgender princess? I'm not going back until they stop their terrible advocacy for Trans and promotion of LGB policies. They need to stay out of advocacy.
Bigots and homophobes disgust me.
COME ON PEOPLE!!! 2,350 views and only 350 thumbs-up??? Ungrateful bunch!!!
Give DAVID SOME LOVE 👍🏻!!!
My first trip to Disneyland was 1957. First ride was the train at that time it was cattle cars so you had to stand the whole trip. And guess who was driving the train ? Walt Disney . We have a picture of him as the train stopped and we got off. My dad called to him and he came over and talk to my dad. The my dad asked if he could to take his picture he said yes then got back on the train. What a great for a 6 year old to see Mr Disney in person.
Glad Tiki Room was so high on your second draft list.
Thanks for the uplifting show. Very much appreciated!
Pirates for president! Its always been my #1. Since i was 5 or 6 now 42!
And another unique thing Disney does is manipulate you the magic key Holder. But you will still continue to give money to the mouse
yep
@@FreshBakedDisney then don't complain
@@alucard2010 Man... some folks are just mean-spirited. Did David hurt you or something? Why are you so aggressive?
@@WindowtotheMagic how am I mean spirited and aggressive ? He complained about being manipulated so if you are not happy then separate yourself from the manipulation. So either he was lying to get views and discussion or he likes being manipulated..which one is it. He has a.top tier pass
Thin-Places! Disneyland is Thin, between this world and the next!
David, you've been TOLD that WDW Magic Kindom's Space Mountain is not as good as Disneyland's version?! I thought you had a chance to ride on your Florida trip this past year ;) The 1975 WDW MK OG Space Mountain is essentially the Matterhorn in the dark, so it is VERY different from the California Space Mountain, but VERY familiar for Matterhorn fans.
This. ⬆️ They’re both rough, though. I’ll take Matterhorn’s roughness because…Matterhorn. 💕 Space Mtn at WDW is a rough ride and really stands in stark contrast to Space at DL. LOVE DL’s Space Mountain ❣️
Wow, what a lovely walk down memory lane. That was an awesome venture. Thank you David
I have definitely been known to take the GCT first!
Posted nine minutes ago and I have to watch as I enjoy my Saturday afternoon! Thank you David!
I loved this video, Dave!
Honorable mention: The Mark Twain.
You are having so much fun with the Pocket 3. Review soon?
*omnibus actively chases him as he walks away* 21:03
Thank you for sharing your love of Disneyland. I too, share that feeling and agree that this park is like no other.
100% pirates was my answer. Best ride at Disneyland
I love the Disneyland Space Mountain...one of my all time faves. But the one in Paris is UNREAL! It makes you go, wheeehoooo! 😊 45 degree launch into the ride at 44 mph..then into a loop... Barrel rolling while tie fighters are shooting you. It's so good!
Fresh Baked we just wrapped up our week at Disneyland absolutely had the time of our lives and I am already planning in my mind the next trip. Thank you for all you do love your vlogs so inspiring.
I estimate I have been to Disneyland 500 times in the last 50 years. So much history and joy about this place, OG Disneyland is the best!!
Sadly I miss the old feeling Disneyland. It’s just not the same anymore. While their are still one or two great things and a handful good things it just has mired in negatives than positives since the corporation continues to squeeze every nickel possible out of the guest to make up for the rest of the companies epic/catastrophic failures
That's really sad to read. When we visit, we have a wonderful time. Every single time. I wonder what the difference is?
@@WindowtotheMagic hard to describe but it’s like some of the magic is gone. You can even see it on some of the cast members faces that things are different. Disneyland used to be all about bringing the magic to life and encouraging the dreams and imaginations of kids. Now it feels more like it’s all about a being a solid business choice and money maker for the corporation. Disneyland in Japan and France still have that feeling but Disneyland not so much sadly and I miss it
The Space Mountain speedramp wasn't just from the 70's, it lasted into the mid '90s! Best ever.
It was still the speed ramp from the 1970's all the way up until it was removed.
Great job 👏 with this video! ✨Disneyland is truly the happiest place on earth✨and an escape from the chaos of the world around us. Thank you for celebrating this magical place ✨💫⭐️ and please continue creating Disney content for those of us who can’t get there as often as we want to 🤗
Speaking of indoor coasters, if your a fan of Montezooma's Revenge at Knotts and you're as concerned for its future as I am, Walibi Belgium, In my opinion, created a masterpiece while breathing new life into their Schwarzkopf Shuttle Loop "Psyké Underground" is awesome.
FreshBaked. David, Just be carefull when you are out there in the park. Should "Red" see you she'll have you for her Toy Boy! Cheers, Chris Perry.
Posted 1 min ago and I’m here watching. Thanks David! Much love from Australia 🫂
“Disneyland doesn’t care about any of that.” Just perfect and sums up why my family and I still go. Well done, Sir! Very fun and nostalgic video 😊
This is a multi watch video, very special! Love the ideas and view points David gave!
When I was a kid, my family would come to DL from northern California one day each summer. We thought we were the cool kids because we could go so often. But the first ride we always took was the train. We all loved it, but for slightly different reasons. For my dad, his first job (1930s) was working in an ice house for the railroad in southern California. For my mom, it was memories of riding the Daylight Special and eating like a queen. For my brother, he collected and worked with model railroads. For my sister, it was she was back in DL! And for me, it was all about the folklore of America, the tales of John Henry and Casey Jones and the old romance of the rails. That circle tour of the park still looms large in my heart.
Yeah, Peter Pan. Yeah, Matterhorn. Ok, ok, you hit it on the head. Pirates! We STILL wants the redhead. Wait, now we REALLY wants the redhead! There's just something about a woman with a sword! (gulp, ok, that didn't come out well)
Camera on Freshbaked, while walking through Disneyland, is the BEST!!
We get so much for FREE, we forget how much effort and work goes into each video!!
👍🏻 PLEASE!!!
When I am Disneyland I make it a point to attend the flag retreat. As a Viet Nam era veteran, I was not treated well by the public and this is one of the few places that veterans can gather and are respected.
The Space Mt queue doesn't look very interesting to me. The queue in WDW is great because you jump immediately into the space ambience. I think I am going to like Disneyland's train better though. WDW also has dark rides but Disneyland definitely has more of them so am looking forward to that. I like WDW monorial system better because it is gorgeous to ride at night if you visit the beautiful resorts. WDW does have Everest, which I think is better than the Matterhorn, but I am looking forward to riding Matterhorn for a change. As for Pirates, I think the ride is better at Disneyland, but I love the beautiful cavernous queue at WDW. I am hoping to experience some of Disneyland's uniqueness when I'm there on the 18th after a very long absence. With all that said, I am a little worried about the wait times because I'm been comparing WDW and Disneyland almost daily, and Disneyland's wait are much longer! 5 days until the start of my road trip to California!
I have been to Disneyland a dozen times this year... Hoped to run into you every time this year and have not yet. But I have also been to Disney Paris this year and it's not the same. Disband will always be unique. It will always hold a special place in my heart. It is a special place that I feel no matter how many other parks they make, it will always be a special place ...
Fantasyland doesn’t seem complete without storybook canals. Definitely felt the omission at Tokyo Disneyland
Just had a thought, up until when was Fantasyland the only land with IP? Was Star Tours the first use of IP outside of Fantasyland?
Tom Sawyer Island (1955), Davy Crockett's Explorer Canoes (1956) and The Swiss Family Treehouse (1962) were Disney IP based attractions.
ahh, forgot about Swiss family, I thought about Tom Sawyer and Davy Crockett, but I believe Tom Sawyer is/was public domain, and Davy Crockett was a real person.@@WindowtotheMagic
new thought: Before Star Tours, all "IP" in DL could/should have been public domain. The fantasyland IPs, although we think of as Disney, are mostly Grimm fairy tales, etc.@@WindowtotheMagic
Walt’s rope drop strategy:
Grand circle tour on the rails,
Main Street vehicle to the hub,
Choose your own adventure from there,
PERFECTION.
The costumes of the cast members on each ride is also iconic. You don't see that anywhere else.