Originally Posted By Susan of Vacaville I'm planning a 4 day trip the week of Christmas 12/18-12/22. I can't find any show/parade/firework schedules. Before I book (and which hotel?) I want to ensure we get the most out of our first ever Christmas experience-2 adults 2 5yr olds. And...Sheraton-Marriott-Hyatt...? We want a free breakfast for the kids at the least. Thanks in advance!
Originally Posted By Mickeysbestfan For the best free breakfast options I would look at embassy suites and residence inn first since they have full breakfasts. Then if those are too much check out Holiday inn Express and Hampton Inn which have an expanded continental breakfast with hot foods added.
Originally Posted By Linda1633 Candy Cane Inn has breakfast and if you get a premium room you can even have it delivered. They are within walking distance but have their own free shuttle.
Originally Posted By Disneydanny I think the Carousel Inn & suites has a continental Breakfast. that hotel is almost directly across the street from Disneyld andall their rooms are non smoking
Originally Posted By FerretAfros They usually don't release the exact entertainment schedule until about a month before (sometimes less) the actual date. However, I can say that they will definatley have the Christmas parade (probably running twice a day) and Christmas fireworks every day of your visit. They should be doing Fantasmic! then as well, but it might only be Friday-Sunday (with 2 or 3 performances each night) that time. There will also be other smaller random holiday-themed entertainment throughout both parks during that time. The only thing that you might have to go out of your way to make sure fits into your schedule would be F!, which should still have at least 6 performances while you're there.
Originally Posted By dlkozy Marriot's has a full breakfast (eggs, bacon, fruit, pastries, juice, cereals) available with upgrade to room.
Originally Posted By Susan of Vacaville Disney fans are the best-thanks for all of your input. I'm off to checking out the mentioned hotels and then on to booking our first Disney Christmas! Thanks for filling me in on Fantasmic-that is the "F!" you spoke of,right? I was told not to miss it-
Originally Posted By GMLSKIS You don't want to miss Fantasmic. See the fireworks show with a view of the castle and then see the Fantasmic showing that follows. December in Disneyland is the best time of the year, you will have a great time.
Originally Posted By TINK-MOBILE The Streets will be so full of excitement, make sure you see Aladdin in California park, snow falling at night...Christmas time is just the best in Disneyland...
Originally Posted By monorailblue But beware--it will be crowded, crowded, crowded, particularly in the vicinity of Main Street and Central Plaza for the fireworks. Although not typical for the week preceding Christmas, the park could have capacity crowds at times, so re-entry may be restricted--no one knows until it actually happens. Merry Holidays!
