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We Tried the Free Lightsaber Building Experience at Disneyland
We have wanted to try building a lightsaber at Savi’s Workshop in Disneyland since Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened in 2019. Unfortunately, this premium experience has always come with a premium price tag, until this summer 2026. Now, “for a limited time,” you can sign-up to do the Youngling Saber Building Expo – A Loth-Cat…
Partners Statue, Disneyland 101 Glossary
This is an entry for “Partners Statue” in our Disneyland 101 Glossary: Disneyland Resort definitions in under 101 words, from Mouse Brief. Keep reading after the entry for answers to frequently asked questions about the Partners Statue and Disney history. The bronze statue in the hub of Disneyland Park (directly south of Sleeping Beauty Castle)…
Top Tips for Visiting the Dinosaurs at Brookfield Zoo Chicago
We have been members of Brookfield Zoo Chicago for almost eleven years. As you can probably tell, we love the zoo, and some of our favorite zoo memories are from the summers when Brookfield Zoo Chicago brought in dinosaurs! Fortunately for us, and I think you too, the dinosaurs are back for summer 2026. Brookfield…
Mobile Order, Disneyland 101 Glossary
This is an entry for “mobile order” in our Disneyland 101 Glossary: Disneyland Resort definitions in under 101 words, from Mouse Brief. Please keep reading after the definition for answers to frequently asked questions about mobile ordering, and find our guide to using it here. Many quick service restaurants, carts and kiosks around the Disneyland…
One Day Ticket, Disneyland 101 Glossary
This is an entry for “one day ticket” in our Disneyland 101 Glossary: Disneyland Resort definitions in under 101 words, from Mouse Brief. After the definition, please keep reading for answers to frequently asked questions about one day tickets for Disneyland. A One Day Ticket to Disneyland Resort is a ticket to visit either or…
San Fransokyo Square, Disneyland 101 Glossary
This is an entry for “San Fransokyo Square” in our Disneyland 101 Glossary: Disneyland Resort definitions in under 101 words, from Mouse Brief. Keep reading after the entry for answers to frequently asked questions about San Fransokyo Square. At the time of writing, the newest area in Disney California Adventure Park is San Fransokyo Square.…
