Month: June 2024

  • GUEST

    Disney refers to the people visiting its properties as guests. The idea behind this name is that visitors are not simply customers engaging in a transaction with Disney but are in fact each honored guests.  You may also hear the specific phrase “guest of Mickey” when referencing children ages two and under. Children this age…

  • GRIZZLY PEAK

    Grizzly Peak is a land in Disney California Adventure Park in tribute to the natural beauty of California’s mountains and forests. The major attractions are Grizzly River Run and Soarin’ Around the World (sometimes Soarin’ Over California) with physical challenges offered at Redwood Creek Challenge Trail. The rustic theme is reflected in the shops and…

  • FRONTIERLAND

    Frontierland is the area of Disneyland Park themed like an old Western film. The main entrance is directly west of the hub: if you are heading from the park entrance toward Sleeping Beauty Castle, take a left after Adventureland. Attractions include Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Mark Twain Riverboat and Tom Sawyer Island. The Golden Horseshoe…

  • FANTASYLAND

    The fairytale-themed portion of Disneyland Park is called Fantasyland. The land starts around Sleeping Beauty Castle and extends back to “it’s a small world.” Fantasyland is densely packed with highly recognizable attractions including Matterhorn Bobsleds, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, Mad Tea Party and rides classified as “dark rides,” like Snow White’s Enchanted Wish or Peter…

  • E-TICKET ATTRACTION

    E-Ticket is another name for a major or headliner attraction. These attractions epitomize the peak of Disney’s innovation and creativity at the time they were built by Imagineers. The name comes from a time in Disneyland when each attraction required its own ticket. The attractions were divided into tiers designated by letters, and those deemed…

  • ESPLANADE

    The Esplanade is the stretch of land between the entrances to Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park in Disneyland Resort. You do not need to have a ticket to enter the Esplanade itself, but you do need to pass through security. The Esplanade offers guest services like ticket booths, restrooms, stroller rentals, ECV and…