Originally Posted By Darkbeer <a href="http://starbulletin.com/2005/12/25/travel/story01.html" target="_blank">http://starbulletin.com/2005/1 2/25/travel/story01.html</a> An excellent article with great tips, and also mentions LaughingPlace.com, plus HoJo's... >>Disneyland is no place for spontaneity. An overstatement, certainly. But the truth is that every aspect of Disneyland -- from its Fastpass ride system, to its months-in-advance reservations for popular "character meals," to its early-entry admission perks -- rewards organization and discourages instant gratification. Can you have a great time flying seat-of-your-pants at Disneyland? Absolutely. But I guarantee that you'll spend less time waiting in line -- where kids and adults alike are more prone to meltdowns -- if you plan ahead. Avoiding the worst of the crowds is even more critical as Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure bulge with tourists attracted by the massive marketing for Disneyland's 50th-anniversary celebration, which runs through Nov. 5. Here are some tips to help you make the most of your visit.<<
Originally Posted By serendipityaey Just adding a little bit to the nap section - when we went in June last year, on the last day (we were all exhausted) a couple of us decided to check out the lobby of the Grand Californian, since we had never seen it. I sat back in one of the big comfortable chairs while my boyfriend and his cousin explored the hotel. I was there for maybe twenty minutes, the relief from the heat and the downtime completely recharged me and I had no problem going the rest of the day, while the few that hadn't come with us had to go back to the hotel early, and miss the last afternoon/evening because they were just too tired. It was so relaxing, it's just a great place to chill for a bit if you don't want to trek all the way back to the hotel.
