Originally Posted By Devmonium Not that Disneyland could ever get old, but I'm always looking for things that I have never done before in Disneyland. That is a hard task when you are (like most of us) a Disneyland nut! I love Disneyland and it will never get old, but what are some ideas that may not be "the usual" Disneyland experience?
Originally Posted By Witches of Morva ORDDU: I never get tired of the Disney theme parks and have NEVER felt I'd done it all--not with the continous parade of handsome hunks who are constantly coming through those turnstyles every day. There's always somebody new to do.
Originally Posted By TXDISNEYNERD I'll never get it all done especially living so far away. The easiest thing never to get completely done with is there are a ton of restaurants that I have never tried and even at the ones I have been too, there are lots of food options that I haven't tried. Last time I really wanted to try the Hungry Bear and the new Mary Poppins restaurant, but never got to so they are still on my list. As far as special experiences I want to do someday: I have never ridden in the Lilly Belle. I have never ridden tender (I think that is the correct term) I have never driven the Mark Twain. I have never eaten at Club 33. I would love to ride a ride with a character. I would love to see Walt's apartment. I would love to see / stay in the Dream Suite, or even one of the themed suites at the DLH. I want to eat at the Napa Rose. Special things that I have done: I have ridden in the front of the monorail. I have eaten by the water at the Blue Bayou. Watch the flag ceremony. Watch Alice and the Mad Hatter play musical chairs. I don't think DL would ever get old as there are always new people visiting and I just enjoy people watching. Nothing beats watching the excitement of a kid doing or seeing something for the first time.
Originally Posted By crapshoot <<Not that Disneyland could ever get old, but I'm always looking for things that I have never done before in Disneyland.>> I always say if you need something to do in Disneyland that you have ever done before then it is time to go find the scuttlebutt. And it ain't a cartoon character. Good luck.
Originally Posted By Kar2oonMan what are some ideas that may not be "the usual" Disneyland experience?<< Invite a friend or co-worker who has never been to the parks, or hasn't been in a long time. But rather than play "tour guide" and pointing out hidden Mickeys and stuff, instead allow them to take the lead. Seeing the park through their eyes, and watching them enjoy the rides and shows and things, will make it all fresh again.
Originally Posted By disneyfreaksk Great idea Kar2oonMan. I like to people watch. Especially the kids. They get so excited when they see a character they like. I will get a Disney treat and sit by Lightning McQueen. Magic. One time my friend and I decided we would get our pictures taken with all of the characters that day. Soooo much fun!
Originally Posted By tashajilek Go during special times of year. This is what i have been doing and it makes it almost a new experience. I love going during halloween and this year i am going for Xmas.
Originally Posted By SuperDry <<< Disneyland can get old. Go do something else. >>> One option is to travel to one of the other Disney resorts. You have 4 others to choose from, and they each offer a familiar yet new and unique experience. And, with the exception of Orlando, the other 3 are located in world-class cities, giving you an excuse to visit and amazing non-Disney place that you might otherwise never visit.
Originally Posted By tashajilek ^^^ Thats great advice! I very happy i went to WDW. The best part about WDW was being able to enjoy DAK and Epcot which you cant get at DL. I know it can be difficult to get to Orlando especially if DL is much closer, but its really worth it!
Originally Posted By Manfried Kar2oon Man, that is a great idea. Little harder because of the size at WDW, but a great idea anyway.
Originally Posted By WDWdreamin What?? Give up control of the Disney day leadership to an ignorant... I mean innocent friend? Yeah right! No, but taking new people definitely is fun. And I do let them make some calls. I find all the live entertainers great and enjoy seeing them. I also like walking around slowly people watching and finding all the people I can give directions or advice to.
Originally Posted By fkurucz Well ... we've taken a few years off (last visist was in 2008). Once the DCA redo is done and the novelty has worn off with the locals, we might visit again.
Originally Posted By Goofyernmost The only thing to do when you have done it all is to start over. Go for the world record.
Originally Posted By crapshoot <<Once the DCA redo is done and the novelty has worn off with the locals, we might visit again.>> Oh just get in line. Soarin' Over California has never lost its luster. Carsland will be the same way.
Originally Posted By hbquikcomjamesl Take the "Walt's Footsteps" tour, if you haven't. And if you really have "done it all" at DL, well, there are plenty of other places to go in Southern California. Try Aquarium of the Pacific. The San Diego Zoo (and its sister facility, now known as the San Diego Zoo Safari Park). The various museums up in Exposition Park. There are other museums and zoos all over Southern California (and if you visit the International Printing Museum in Carson, look for a geeky fellow puttering around with the Ludlow equipment, with a badge that says, "James"). Then there are interesting places to visit all over the country (have you been to all 50 states?)
Originally Posted By KCCHIEF We did all the attractions in Fantasy Land this weekend.....we had not done that in a long time
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 I love to look in the windows on Main Street (many change the display seasonally) and once inside the stores, look up. Pretend you are "in the day" and ignore the merch. The stores themselves are lovely. Watch the Disneyland Band's morning concert in the Plaza. Stand on the upper deck of the Mark Twain and look at the upper scenery of the lands as you float by.
Originally Posted By fkurucz "Oh just get in line. Soarin' Over California has never lost its luster. Carsland will be the same way." I don't expect it to be no wait, just rather wait until the novelty is over. I didn't ride Indy for years after it first opened as I wasn't willing to stand in line for hours. I haven't been on TSMM for the same reason.
Originally Posted By tashajilek "I didn't ride Indy for years after it first opened as I wasn't willing to stand in line for hours." Sometimes its still like that lol. TSMM isnt too bad sometimes, i usually wait 40-45 and its worth it. You have to ride something.
