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A long time ago, I made up my mind that I would go to DisneyLand. So there is no maybe about it, the only question is when ?
Anyways I think it's good to get tips, so that is why I am starting this thread. First let me see if I pretty much have everything right as far as getting there. My mom drops me off at the airport in either my town or another close by town like Tampa. From Tampa I fly to either the John Wayne Airport and Los Angeles International. From the airport i take a bus or shuttle (my mind is not set up to drive, so I can't drive) to a hotel near DisneyLand (most likely one of the ones that is like a block away from the resort) and after that I am all set.
I plan to get the annual pass that has blockout days. I can work around those blockout days very easy. It will be about a 2 week vacation. I am a Vegan and have allready found out about stuff they have there that I can eat. I am 6 foot 3 inches tall and this is one reason why tiny tim is such a cute name for me Because of my height I can walk very fast, so this will save me some time and if it says a hotel is a 15 minute walk from DisneyLand that means like an 8 minute walk for me
Anyways I would be happy with any tips or advice that anyone can give me. I had the the L.A. airport can get kinda crazy and seeing as I am not used to flying I am thinking the John Wayne airport would be better for a simple person like myself Also what are some good bus or shuttle service from the airport to my little hotel As for the hotel, I don't need to spend a lot of money, because the hotel is basically just a place to sleep. I am thinking about $60 or $70 a night and I have allready seen some of the hotels there around that price and read some reviews, but would love to get more advice about this.
What are some good Vegan foods at the DisneyLand resort ? By the way Vegan food is Vegetarian food that has no milk,eggs,honey or any kind of animal products in it. I am looking at eating places in both of the parks and the 3 hotels as well as downtown disney. Also are there some rides that I might have trouble fitting on. I am thin, but as I said before I am also very tall.
I am looking forward to a lot of rides such as it's a small world,space mountain,Dumbo,the Alice ride,Storybook Land Canal,riding on Casey train from Dumbo and many others
I will have to make sure that I get photos taken of me kissing Minnie mouse in DisneyLand It always looks so cute when I have to bend down to give Minnie a kiss and I have had a lot of those kissing photos taken in DisneyWorld After my DisneyLand trip, one of the ways that I will enjoy the magic is by posting photos of little me kissing Minnie in DisneyLand
I would recommend the John Wayne airport to fly into - we used it on our 2006 trip and loved it.
Other than that, I don't know how much help I can be with your questions.
Thank You You helped me out with one question and that is good. I think I am going to fly direct to John Wayne airport. Even if it would be cheaper to fly into a big ciy like L.A. , I think the extra money to fly into an airport that would be more easy for me would be worth the extra money
My ex is 6ft 4 - he has had no problems with any Disney rides - he rode a good few. I don't know about the Casey train or Dumbo as he didn't try them.
Not sure about the food as I'm not vegan but I wonder if some of the table service places would make adjustments for you if you called in ahead of your reservation, or would at least advise what menu choices might be suitable - Guest Relations would be the best place to start if nobody on these boards can help. I'm guessing it would be useful for others if you post your findings re vegan food choices after you get back.
Good luck- enjoy your trip!
My ex is 6ft 4 - he has had no problems with any Disney rides - he rode a good few. I don't know about the Casey train or Dumbo as he didn't try them.
Not sure about the food as I'm not vegan but I wonder if some of the table service places would make adjustments for you if you called in ahead of your reservation, or would at least advise what menu choices might be suitable - Guest Relations would be the best place to start if nobody on these boards can help. I'm guessing it would be useful for others if you post your findings re vegan food choices after you get back.
Good luck- enjoy your trip!
Thanks If the Dumbo ride in DisneyLand has as much room as the one in DisneyWorld it will be perfect Also I do believe the table service places will make adjustments for my diet. Like if they have something Vegetarian that has cheese in it they might take off the cheese. Also yes I will post about the Vegan food that I will have in DinseyLand when I get back
Here is a link to Allears.net and their listings for vegetarian friendly restaurants. I am not sure how they will suit the vegan, but at least you know where you can find meals to accommodate you!
DH is also a tall guy (6' 4") & I can't recall many issues:
* for Casey Jr, ride in one of the sleighs vs the cages
* Space Mountain is a little tight - the seats are side-by-side vs in a row like at WDW and it takes him a couple extra seconds to get in & seated - I usually take the camera bag so he doesn't have to mess with it as well.
We've stayed at the Coast Anaheim & Tropicana, but I think they're a bit more expensive than you're interested in.
Have a great time when you do finally go - it's a wonderful experience to walk in Walt's footsteps...
Here is a link to Allears.net and their listings for vegetarian friendly restaurants. I am not sure how they will suit the vegan, but at least you know where you can find meals to accommodate you!
DH is also a tall guy (6' 4") & I can't recall many issues:
* for Casey Jr, ride in one of the sleighs vs the cages
* Space Mountain is a little tight - the seats are side-by-side vs in a row like at WDW and it takes him a couple extra seconds to get in & seated - I usually take the camera bag so he doesn't have to mess with it as well.
We've stayed at the Coast Anaheim & Tropicana, but I think they're a bit more expensive than you're interested in.
Have a great time when you do finally go - it's a wonderful experience to walk in Walt's footsteps...
Thank you for the information
Yes I heard that the seats on Space Mountain are side by side in DisneyLand. It used to be that way in DisneyWorld. When I was 4 years old I went on Space Mountain and I sat right by my mom and that ride scared little me to death
I will take a look at the hotel you posted about. Sometimes hotels can get good rates. I have noticed that some hotels have many different prices for the same room at different times of the year.
I love Disney so much that in time I will go to all 5 Disney resorts, so I can say that I have been to every Disney theme park in the world
Hi TinyTim! When I fly (we normally drive), I use Ontario airport - I think it is about 30 min or so from DLR. John Wayne might be closer. Ontario is so small, though, you are in and out of there quick.
As far as hotels, if you don't have your heart set on staying in a Disney property, I HIGHLY recommend using Priceline right before you go. I just got back from Disneyland a couple of weeks ago. For the last 2 years in a row, we have used them to book a 3 star hotel for $46 per night. We stayed at Crown Plaza (beautiful!) and used their free shuttle for transporation back and forth to the parks. You can't beat that deal!
Have fun getting your Minnie pictures! I normally always see her outside of her house in Toontown.
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Hi TinyTim! When I fly (we normally drive), I use Ontario airport - I think it is about 30 min or so from DLR. John Wayne might be closer. Ontario is so small, though, you are in and out of there quick.
As far as hotels, if you don't have your heart set on staying in a Disney property, I HIGHLY recommend using Priceline right before you go. I just got back from Disneyland a couple of weeks ago. For the last 2 years in a row, we have used them to book a 3 star hotel for $46 per night. We stayed at Crown Plaza (beautiful!) and used their free shuttle for transporation back and forth to the parks. You can't beat that deal!
Have fun getting your Minnie pictures! I normally always see her outside of her house in Toontown.
Thank You I will look into Ontario airport. I like the idea of being in and out of there fast.
I have heard of Priceline and I will check them out. Crown Plaza sounds nice I might end up staying at one of those hotels that is like a block away from DisneyLand, so I can just walk to the resort, but I will still check out Crown Plaza.
Also thanks for telling me where you have seen Minnie I will enjoy getting photos taken with her and her house would make a nice background for the photo I might have to duck when I go threw the doorway to her house
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Ok Tim here is my 2 cents on the height issues, my ex BF is 6'7" and they would sit us in the emergency exit row on the planes, As far as rides he had a few problems on Space Mountain like thinking he was gonna hit his head. He is also thin. So I dont think you will have too many problems on rides.
For airfare, not sure when your going, but I signed up on this site, When airfares are low, we'll let you know! and it gives you all the surrounding airports and non advertised sales.
I get the daily emails and love this site.
I was only at DL once, but am hoping to go this july when I get to LA
hope your journey is a great one.
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Ok Tim here is my 2 cents on the height issues, my ex BF is 6'7" and they would sit us in the emergency exit row on the planes, As far as rides he had a few problems on Space Mountain like thinking he was gonna hit his head. He is also thin. So I dont think you will have too many problems on rides.
For airfare, not sure when your going, but I signed up on this site, When airfares are low, we'll let you know! and it gives you all the surrounding airports and non advertised sales.
I get the daily emails and love this site.
I was only at DL once, but am hoping to go this july when I get to LA
hope your journey is a great one.
Thank you for your post
I am not sure if I want to set by the emergency exit row on the plane, because that might make me uncomfortable, but thanks for letting me know about that.
As for Space Mountain I think I will be able to fit on, because not all of my height is in my legs, though I do have long legs. Gadget's Go Coaster might be a ride I have trouble getting on, but since I will just be one person it might be more easy to get on.
I will look at the website about airfare and anything. Thanks
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Because of my height I can walk very fast, so this will save me some time and if it says a hotel is a 15 minute walk from DisneyLand that means like an 8 minute walk for me 
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When I fly (we normally drive), I use Ontario airport - I think it is about 30 min or so from DLR. John Wayne might be closer. Ontario is so small, though, you are in and out of there quick. 
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