Centrico at Disneyland’s Downtown Disney

From the heart and mind of Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán, the Downtown Disney District’s new open-air Mexican restaurant and cantina is the perfect gathering place. At Céntrico, create memories over the vibrant flavors of outstanding specialty cocktails and authentic dishes inspired by Chef Carlos’s childhood in Mexico. An expression of the rich culture that underscores… Read More

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

The Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is the premier hotel at the Disneyland resort. This was my seventh visit to this luxurious resort and our stay was simply wonderful. The elegant craftsman style hotel is the flagship of the Disneyland Resort, with premium accommodations, impeccable Disney service, a private entrance to Disney California Adventure Park,… Read More

Disneyland Hotel & Villas

The Disneyland Hotel is my very favorite on the West Coast and I have enjoyed every moment of all three of my stays, the most recent of which ended last week! The hotel pays homage to the park’s original lands, with towers themed after Adventure, Fantasy and Frontier. There are whimsical touches throughout the resort,… Read More

Din Tai Fung at Disneyland’s Downtown Disney

Born from humble beginnings in Taiwan, Din Tai Fung has grown from a modest dumpling and noodle shop into an exceptional restaurant renowned worldwide for elevated flavors and warm hospitality. Their opening at Downtown Disney was much anticipated and a fabulous addition to the resort. During my visit earlier this month we dined in twice… Read More

Disneyland’s Festival of the Holidays at California Adventure

I’m just back from an amazing week in Disneyland and have so much to share! I hope you were able to follow along on the fun on my Instagram. First things first, I was able to enjoy a soft opening of Disneyland’s Festival of the Holidays at California Adventure. This was my first West Coast… Read More

Exciting News for Disney Destinations

The media has been abuzz with announcements coming out of D23 – Disney’s fan convention. I am so excited to share the excitement here on the blog today. What makes me most thrilled is that these aren’t just blue sky announcements for some time, somewhere down the road. Rather, these are things Disney is building… Read More

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

UPDATED REVIEW HERE The Grand Californian Hotel & Spa is the premier hotel at the Disneyland resort. This was my sixth visit to the luxurious resort and our stay was simply wonderful. The elegant craftsman style hotel is the flagship of the Disneyland Resort, with premium accommodations, impeccable Disney service, a private entrance to Disney… Read More