Disneyland Trip Report 2/22/13

Me and Tay worked in the morning then headed to Disneyland to meet our great friends, Karla and Fernando, who we love to hang out with. Once again, BRRRRRR, another cold night. We met them in the Esplanade around 7 pm then decided which park to go to. We headed north........DISNEYLAND.
Got into the park and noticed it was busy. We headed to New Orleans Square and hopped on Pirates Of The Caribbean. Always a great attraction to start off with.

 From there me and Tay had dinner at The French Market and basically had the same exact thing we had on Mardi Gras. She had the Red Beans and Rice with Andouille Sausage and I had the French Quarter Chicken. While we ate, Fernando sat with us while Karla waited in line for beingnets. and being the awesome people they are, they bought us a bag of 6 mickey shaped beignets. So nice of them.
We relax for a while and watched Fantasmic from a distance while chatting the night away.
When the show ended, we walked through Adventure Land and got on The Jungle Cruise. While in line we met a family who noticed my pins and got to talking about Sorcerer Radio. I got to talk to them about the station and took a picture of my SRSOUNDS.com landyard and button so they could download the app.

 We had a great Captain on our cruise with a couple new lines we haven't heard. Our favorite one, "Look at those lions protecting that sleeping zebra, they cant decided what to eat.....white meat, dark meat, white meat, dark meat."
After the ride we walked to Sleeping Beauty's Castle and waited for the rope to drop for the re-opening of Fantasy Land since its closed during the fireworks show. Got a chance to post this pic on Instagram.

And got a reply back from @DisneylandToday on twitter.

1. Vincent-Big Bubba B ‏@Big_Bubba_B

   Another beautiful night at @disneylandtoday. #SleepingBeautysCastle http://instagr.am/p/WECW8ckRpL/ 

   
   

   1. Disneyland Today ‏@DisneylandToday
      

      @Big_Bubba_B It's always a magical night at the Happiest Place on Earth!

      
      

When the rope dropped we ran straight to Peter Pan and there was already a long line but we still waited since its always worth it. They ladies said it would be cute if me and Fernando rode it together. So we did.

"Second bar, I mean star to the right, and straight on till morning"

Then we went to Casey Jr. Circus Train and rode the caboose. BAD IDEA. I'm to tall and big for that small train. Rode the ride with my head hitting the roof. But they all got a big kick out of it.
That was the end of our night. Said goodbye to our friends and headed to World of Disney real quick to buy my wife her favorite make at home Mickey Mac and Cheese.

 

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DCA Trip Report 2/18/2013

All we kept hearing about is rain, rain rain for today, and it wouldn't come till later in the day. So we decided to go later in the day to DCA. But today was also special not just for me, but my wife also. She recently found out that she got a job so it turned into a celebration in a way.
We got into DCA at around 4pm and food was on our mind. But it was soooooooo cold, so we decided on bread bowls from Pacific Wharf Cafe, and I was going to get my Corn Chowder. But as I looked at the menu, it wasn't on there. NOOOOOOO! So I got the Clam Chowder instead. I asked a cast member why they didn't serve the Corn Chowder anymore? She said it wasn't a favorite so they took it off the menu.

Clam Chowder Bread Bowl from Pacific Wharf Cafe

Vincent-Big Bubba B ‏@Big_Bubba_B

Clam Chowder bread bowl from Pacific Wharf Cafe in @DCAToday will warm me up on a cold day @ Pacific… http://instagr.am/p/V7uA53kRjM/ 

  DCA Today ‏@DCAToday

@Big_Bubba_B What a perfect meal for a chilly day! Yum!

The soup was very warm and bread was crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. But my wife was disappointed with the quality of the Broccoli Cheese . It did taste different to me too. But still satisfying none the less

After we ate, I thought I'd have fun by feeding the ducks.

We were still waiting for the rain. It was so cloudy and windy, we were sure it was going to come soon.

We walk through Cars Land and noticed there was no wait for Mater's Junkyard Jamboree. Hopped on that really quick. Fan as always.

Then walked over to Hollywood Land. While we walked there we watched the Pixar Play Parade.

Finally we made it through the heavy crowd to Hollywood Land (I hate the new name) and watched Aladdin at Hyperion Theater. My wife hasnt see it since they stopped doing the Magic Carpet fly over.

Great Genie once again. Favorite line. " Your like Russel Crow from Les Mis. Except you can sing."
To conclude the night we watched "Oz The Great and Powerful" special 8 minute preview that has taken over Muppet Vision for the the time being.

Awesome preview. You could fell the wind and water droplets from the tornado. The 3D was amazing too.
Then headed home for the night.

Follow me on Twitter for Disneyland news, updates, trip reports, and food news and Instagram for pics from the Disneyland Resort. You can also catch me every now and then on Sorcerer Radio's (SRSounds.com) Disneyland Magic with your host William "Yetichaser" Hershey, airing Wednesdays at 5am pst/ 8am est for even more Disneyland news. 

DCA Trip Report 2/15/2013

Another early start at DCA. I met up with more family and friends that came down. I could only spend a few hours with them because I had to work at 2pm. Got in around after 8am and Hollywood Land was a ghost town

I met up with them at Tower Of Terror. I looked at the FastPass distibution and notice this sign.

They were suppose to start on Feb. 18th but looks like the started early.

After I met up with them I found out that they had a special assistance pass. I haven't used a disable pass since my Disney College Program days. With the pass we were able to use either the FastPass line or the wheelchair line.
We walked over to Cars Land. and checked for Radiator Springs Racers at a special booth for the SA pass and got a time to enter through the FP line which was 30 min later. While we waited we went on Mater which was only a 5min wait with the SA pass. Then we got on RSR which was another 5 min wait.

Then we walked through Pacific Wharf to Paradise Pier. Went to Toy Story Mania. What would have been an hour wait was only another 5 min wait with the SA pass.

Almost had the high score of the hour. Not as good as last time.
After that we headed to California Screamin. Me and my nephew decided to ride front row which I took video of.

Then we walked to Mickeys fun wheel but did not ride because I took my nephew to Goofy's Sky School. He rode Single rider and was on and off it in 5 min.
We shopped around for a bit then walked to Soarin Over California. But I had to leave sadly so I couldn't get on. I said goodbye to the fam and walked over real quick to Muppet Vision. I got a text about a special preview for Oz the Great and Powerful starting today. So I went to check it out real quick but....

I wouldn't be able to make it. BUMMER. I heard they gave out buttons and a bottle of bubbles. There was also a nice picture booth for the movie next to the entrance.

That concluded my day at the park.

Follow me on Twitter @big_bubba_b for Disneyland news, updates, trip reports, and food news. You can also catch me every now and then on Sorcerer Radio's (SRSounds.com) Disneyland Magic with your host William "Yetichaser" Hershey, airing Wednesdays at 5am pst/ 8am est for even more Disneyland news. 

Disneyland Trip Report 2/12/2013

Hit up Disneyland today to celebrate Mardi Gras and Lunar New Year. Got to the park really late to since I spent all day and DCA yesterday.
Got to the park around 4:30pm. Went straight to the Opera House to check in for the AP movie night of Mulan for Lunar New Year. Ive never watched it before so I was kind of excited.
After we checked in and got our bracelets we head to New Orleans Square for dinner and debated with my wife on what to eat. Cafe Orleans or The French Market? We met a very nice cast member in front of The French Market and said we were debating. I said I want to eat here but they don't have free refills like Cafe Orleans. She then said "Ill get you a refill on your drinks." SOLD! So my wife had the Red Beans and Rice with Andouille Sausage (blend of Red Bean Stew topped with Andouille Sausage over a bed of Rice Pilaf) and Iced Tea. I had the French Quarter Chicken (Southern style Oven Roasted Citrus Half Chicken, Smashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables and Citrus Au Jus)

Mardi Gras tunes being played by the Disneyland house band.

 During the day I had been watching my phone like a hawk about any updates about Richard Dorner, an ex-LAPD officer who killed 4 people, 2 who were cops, and seriously injured 3 other. Even the cast member who offered us drinks came by and started talking to us about it. Very crazy. But anyway, after we ate we took the train to Tomorrowland since the Main Street station was under refurb. Bad idea not to bring my jacket. I was freezing the whole train ride, Brrrrr.
 Walked to the Opera House to enter the theater for the movie. Inside while we waited, I took this pic of Lincoln on his birthday and posted it on my Instagram.

We were one of the first people in the theater and got great seats right in the middle. I also met Jeff  Reitz who spent every single day inside Disneyland during 2012 and still going strong. Today was day 409 for him.
 Via Twitter:
Jeff Reitz ‏@jreitz1972

@big_bubba_b Nice getting to meet you at the #APMovieNight of #Mulan.

Reply to @jreitz1972

1. Vincent-Big Bubba B ‏@Big_Bubba_B

   @jreitz1972 great to meet you to at the #apmovienight of #Mulan We will definitely meet up next time I'm in the park.

Finally the movie got under way. I laughed my ass off. I couldn't believe I never watched this movie after it was over. Its was excellent. And that concluded the day. Didn't really get a chance to see any of the True Love Week decorations. Hoping to before it ends this weekend.

Follow me on Twitter @big_bubba_b for Disneyland news, updates, trip reports, and food news. You can also catch me every now and then on Sorcerer Radio's (SRSounds.com) Disneyland Magic with your host William "Yetichaser" Hershey, airing Wednesdays at 5am pst/ 8am est for even more Disneyland news. 

DCA Trip Report 2/11/2013

My brother and his family came down from Bakersfield. They went to DCA and got into Cars Land at rope drop. I came late due to a crash on the fwy. But I met up with them at the exit of Radiator Springs Racers, which they loved. My brother now knows why the Fast Passes are gone in 45 minutes and there's always more then a 2 hour wait. Once we met up I led them to Luigi's Flying Tires, then Mater's Junkyard Jamboree. Cars Land knock out. Then walked to Condor Flats and watched Minnie's Fly Girls and rode Soarnin Over California.
Via Twitter

  Vincent-Big Bubba B ‏@Big_Bubba_B

Soarin Over California gets me every time. I love the smell of oranges @DCAToday

11:48 AM - 11 Feb 13

Reply to @Big_Bubba_B @DCAToday

  DCA Today ‏@DCAToday

@Big_Bubba_B Aw! Thanks for soaring with us!

Next was Hollywood Land. Went to the Animation building and watched Turtle Talk with Crush. Then walked over to Hyperion Theater to watch Aladdin. Best line from Genie "Your famous for no reason, you have a reality show, and your having Kanye's baby. Your wishes are up girl." Even bashed Beyonce, Justin Beiber, and Manti Te'o.

From there went to Bugs Land and rode in order, Flik's Flyers, Francis' Ladybug Boogie, Heimlich's Chew Chew Train then watched It's Tough To Be A Bug.

Went over to Paradise Pier and saw some Lunar New Year decorations and rode Little Mermaid.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Time for lunch. My only meal that day was from Corndog Castle. Corndog, kettle chips and a Coke.

Went across the way the Jumpin Jelly Fish, then Micky's Fun Wheel, Non-Swinging Gondola. My 5y/o niece was the only one who wanted the swinging gondola. Gotta love her. 

Then we all battled it out on Midway Mania. Crappy score but still beat everyone. Longest wait of the day 45min

Time for my favorite ride, California Screamin and it was only a 15 min wait. 

 

 

Final ride of the night went to another round at Mater's Jamboree. My brother couldnt stop talking about the music being sung by Mater during the ride. Walked around Buena Vista street then said goodbye to the family. Havent spent that long in the park since One More Disney Day.

 

Intro to my mind 101

So just a small to medium size introduction. My name is Bubba. Disney is my pleasure. So I have decided that I need to keep track of my trips to the Happiest Place on Earth, Disneyland, and its neighbor, Disney California Adventure since I'm an Annual Pass-holder and a Disneyland Resort correspondent for Sorcerer Radio, a fan-run, award-winning internet radio station that has been entertaining Disney fans for over a decades. Basically Ill write about everything I did like attractions, foods, shows, etc. But I'll also keep it basic unless I feel the need to talk about something, especially if its new.

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