Vegas convention, then DL?

[SL6827]

Well a work convention in Vegas for my husband, just MIGHT bring us out west, so that would pave the way for our first trip to DL for a couple of days. Got a lot to learn in six months.

 

[LKing]

How exciting. What month are you looking at visiting?

Edit: Just saw in your other thread that you are looking at Oct 1 & 2. Halloween is a busy season at Disneyland. October 2 will be Oogie Boogie Bash in DCA (separate ticket required). If you are doing one park per day, you probably want to do DCA on Oct 1 so you have the full day and World of Color. Visit Disneyland on October 2. Here is a calendar of what is happening in October.

 

[SL6827]

Probably just do DL on the 2nd. DCA hardly has anything that really interest me to be honest.

 

[Aspencreek]

That will be fun! But as mentioned October is now one of the busiest times at DL due to the popularity of Halloween season. Biggest recommendation would be to get Lightning Lane Multi Pass and try to rope drop if possible and/or stay until closing time. The first and last couple of hours are the least crowded and you can get a lot done compared to the rest of the day.

 

[SL6827]

That will be fun! But as mentioned October is now one of the busiest times at DL due to the popularity of Halloween season. Biggest recommendation would be to get Lightning Lane Multi Pass and try to rope drop if possible and/or stay until closing time. The first and last couple of hours are the least crowded and you can get a lot done compared to the rest of the day.

Ya, the dates are not flexible at all. It would be the 2nd and possibly the 3rd of October, if my husband wants to do DCA too. Getting the Multi Pass is a must for us, I know that and I am already familiar with using it at DW too.

I went ahead and got the HJ with a no prepayment and 3 days before arrival, free cancellation rate of like $300 a night, TPView. I will need to do heavy research, but where to book, I already knew first hand.

 

[LKing]

LLMP is different at Disneyland than WDW. It is the old Genie + system with a new name at Disneyland. No pre reservations. You can't book first ride until you pass the turnstile.

 

[SL6827]

LLMP is different at Disneyland than WDW. It is the old Genie + system with a new name at Disneyland. No pre reservations. You can't book first ride until you pass the turnstile.

Ya, it's not the exact same, but I did use Genie + last year. Speaking of turnstiles, that goes for the turnstiles at the monorail too, right?

 

[LKing]

Ya, it's not the exact same, but I did use Genie + last year. Speaking of turnstiles, that goes for the turnstiles at the monorail too, right?

Yes, but if you are entering from Harbor Blvd, the monorail is past the entrance to the park.

 

[SL6827]

Yes, but if you are entering from Harbor Blvd, the monorail is past the entrance to the park.

Ok, I will have to look into that and figure it out. Thanks so much!

 

[LKing]

@BrianL created this list last year. You might find it helpful.

Since he created the list, Tiana's Bayou Adventure opened. It is similar to WDW but not exactly the same. Besides subtle ride differences, you can expect to get much more wet on Tiana's at Disneyland.



DL Exclusive Attractions:
Indiana Jones and the Temple of the Forbidden Eye (uses same ride system as DINOSAUR at AK)
Snow White's Enchanted Wish
Pinocchio's Daring Journey
Mister Toad's Wild Ride
Casey Jr. Circus Train
Storybook Land Canal Boats
Alice in Wonderland
Sleeping Beauty Castle Walkthrough
Roger Rabbit's Car-Toon Spin
Chip & Dale's Gadget Coaster
Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage
The Matterhorn (note this uses the same ride system as Space Mountain at MK)
Space Mountain (same theme but completely different ride)

DL Similar but not exactly the same:
Enchanted Tiki Room - longer show
Pirates of the Caribbean - longer with more show scenes
Haunted Mansion - even without the Nightmare overlay it is slightly different
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
Big Thunder Mountain - some additional effects and scenery
Autopia - much longer than the Tomorrowland Speedway, but basically the same
Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters - removable laser blasters make it a little better

DL Exactly (or basically) the same:
Peter Pan's Flight - technically some minor differences
Dumbo
King Aruthur Carousel
Milennium Falcon: Smugglers Run - all of Galaxy's Edge is practically identical
Rise of the Resistance
Mad Tea Party
Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway - The queue is very different and cool
Star Tours
Astro Orbitor - though at ground level

CA Exclusive Attractions:
Monsters Inc. Mike & Sully to the Rescue
Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout - based on Tower of Terror, though the DL version works a little differently
WEB Slingers
Radiator Springs Racers - this is like a massively bigger Test Track
Luigi's Rollicking Roadsters
Incredicoaster
Inside-Out Emotional Whirlwind
Silly Symphony Swings - though this is an off-the shelf "wave swinger" ride
Jumpin' Jellyfish
Golden Zephyr
Goofy's Sky School

CA Similar but not exactly the same:
Mater's Junkyard Jamboree - the same as Alien Swirling Saucers
Grizzly River Run - longer version of Kali River Rapids - definitely a wet ride!

CA Exactly (or basically) the same:
Mickey's Philharmagic! - smaller screen though
Turtle Talk with Crush
Ariel's Undersea Adventure - same as Under the Sea: Journey of the Little Mermaid
Jessie's Critter Carousel
Soarin'

 

[OlliePop27]

Ya, it's not the exact same, but I did use Genie + last year. Speaking of turnstiles, that goes for the turnstiles at the monorail too, right?

In general, the LLMP system is much easier to use at DL than WDW. Far more rides per park and less people using the system. You really dont even need it until after 10, so rope drop, stack LL for later in the day, and ride standby with short waits early on. Also, lots more stuff at DL without any LL at all.

 

[SL6827]

@BrianL created this list last year. You might find it helpful.

Since he created the list, Tiana's Bayou Adventure opened. It is similar to WDW but not exactly the same. Besides subtle ride differences, you can expect to get much more wet on Tiana's at Disneyland.



DL Exclusive Attractions:
Indiana Jones and the Temple of the Forbidden Eye (uses same ride system as DINOSAUR at AK)
Snow White's Enchanted Wish
Pinocchio's Daring Journey
Mister Toad's Wild Ride
Casey Jr. Circus Train
Storybook Land Canal Boats
Alice in Wonderland
Sleeping Beauty Castle Walkthrough
Roger Rabbit's Car-Toon Spin
Chip & Dale's Gadget Coaster
Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage
The Matterhorn (note this uses the same ride system as Space Mountain at MK)
Space Mountain (same theme but completely different ride)

DL Similar but not exactly the same:
Enchanted Tiki Room - longer show
Pirates of the Caribbean - longer with more show scenes
Haunted Mansion - even without the Nightmare overlay it is slightly different
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh
Big Thunder Mountain - some additional effects and scenery
Autopia - much longer than the Tomorrowland Speedway, but basically the same
Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters - removable laser blasters make it a little better

DL Exactly (or basically) the same:
Peter Pan's Flight - technically some minor differences
Dumbo
King Aruthur Carousel
Milennium Falcon: Smugglers Run - all of Galaxy's Edge is practically identical
Rise of the Resistance
Mad Tea Party
Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway - The queue is very different and cool
Star Tours
Astro Orbitor - though at ground level

CA Exclusive Attractions:
Monsters Inc. Mike & Sully to the Rescue
Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission Breakout - based on Tower of Terror, though the DL version works a little differently
WEB Slingers
Radiator Springs Racers - this is like a massively bigger Test Track
Luigi's Rollicking Roadsters
Incredicoaster
Inside-Out Emotional Whirlwind
Silly Symphony Swings - though this is an off-the shelf "wave swinger" ride
Jumpin' Jellyfish
Golden Zephyr
Goofy's Sky School

CA Similar but not exactly the same:
Mater's Junkyard Jamboree - the same as Alien Swirling Saucers
Grizzly River Run - longer version of Kali River Rapids - definitely a wet ride!

CA Exactly (or basically) the same:
Mickey's Philharmagic! - smaller screen though
Turtle Talk with Crush
Ariel's Undersea Adventure - same as Under the Sea: Journey of the Little Mermaid
Jessie's Critter Carousel
Soarin'

Thank you so much.