My Secret Disneyland Diary

Yesterday I went to Disneyland. Alone. I know; it’s a rather bizarre concept. Nobody goes to Disneyland alone except employees, people meeting friends, or weird-os that talk to themselves. I got more than a few raised eyebrows as I rode the tram into the park solo. Even I wondered what I was doing. Going alone was something I’d always wanted to do. But it never made sense before. I had too many kids that would have died a painful, agonizing death if I had dared to go without them. Yet now I found myself in California due to a family … Continue reading

Disney’s Plans to Broaden its Appeal

I’ve written a lot about the Disney Princess culture, and how it’s experienced some backlash lately. Though Disney makes truckloads of money off its Princess brand, it also takes a hit from the brand due to how alienating it supposedly is for boys. While Disney is in the midst of expanding its Princess line, adding a larger fairy tale section and brand new Pixie Hollow to the Magic Kingdom, it’s also got some elaborate plans to draw young male interest. Some of these plans are already in place. For a few years now the Hollywood Studios at Disney World has … Continue reading

Disney Welcomes Visitors with Ambulatory Needs

One of the great things about Disney World is the accessibility that the attractions feature for visitors whether they are ambulatory or not. In fact, the majority of the rides, shows, restaurants and more are designed to accommodate guests in wheelchairs and more. Visitors Can Rent ECV Visitors to the Disney theme parks can also rent electric carts if they need assistance in their mobility. ECVs offer the non-ambulatory an easy to drive vehicle to travel throughout the park. This gives guests tremendous freedom as they travel the length and breadth of the park. On our last visit to Disney … Continue reading