Disneyland, California

— Kati Seymore

More about your Oliver Guide: Kati Seymore
Trip type: Family, Beach, City
Activity level: moderate
Ideal length of trip: Two nights bookending one day in the park provides the perfect taste of Disney. Go to the beach afterwards if you have time.

to & from

Cheap and easy flights on Southwest from Oakland, CA (OAK) - Orange County, CA (SNA).
Rent a car once you arrive for the 35 minute drive to/from Anaheim.

Where to Stay

Disney’s Grand Californian Resort and Spa. Valet your car when you check in and hopefully you won’t want to see it again until you leave. Everything is accessible and easy from the Grand Californian – one exit from the hotel takes you to Downtown Disney and the front entrances to Disneyland and California Adventure; another exit lands you directly in California Adventure. By staying at a Disneyland resort you are entitled to enter one of the parks an hour early for Magic Hour. This is a great way to get ahead of the crowds and jump on popular rides without long lines or a Fast Pass. When you need a break from the parks, retreat back to the hotel pools for splashing and relaxation (waterslides and poolside food and beverage service!)

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