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  • Опубликовано: 21 дек 2024

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  • @koradevil
    @koradevil 2 месяца назад +67

    have i been to disneyland multiples times? yes. am i going to watch this whole video? also yes.

  • @parissversion
    @parissversion 2 месяца назад +13

    I’ve been to Disney god knows how many times and I’m binge watching only socal Disney dad until I go again, and this is one of them. Love these videos haha they’re amazing!:’!’❤❤❤❤❤

    • @ReezA.MP3
      @ReezA.MP3 2 месяца назад

      Def brought back the old feel I got when I first followed this page , loved it

  • @justhawk4
    @justhawk4 2 месяца назад +4

    Prep video would be amazing! Been to Disneyland a couple times in the last 18 months and still find your videos so informative and helpful.

  • @Best_Disney_Mom
    @Best_Disney_Mom 2 месяца назад +8

    We fly to DL tomorrow morning! I can't believe our trip is here!!! Thank you for all of your videos. You've helped me plan our days!!!!

  • @nicolegodfrey859
    @nicolegodfrey859 2 месяца назад +5

    Packing list for sure, also an in depth tutorial on the app please

  • @taalovelen236
    @taalovelen236 2 месяца назад +2

    Yes we would like a prepacked list video

  • @letysilisibarreche6686
    @letysilisibarreche6686 2 месяца назад +1

    I love your video! Even if I live in San Diego and I go to DL every 2 weeks, I watched your entire video and enjoyed it 😊

  • @jasminem.1065
    @jasminem.1065 2 месяца назад +3

    Yes please, video on prep work for packing to go to Disney! We live out of state and will be taking our 2 kiddos for the first time. 😊 Taking a road trip there!

  • @carolg3201
    @carolg3201 2 месяца назад +1

    Great video! Lots of great information. Very thorough. Thanks Traver!

  • @youtubemom497
    @youtubemom497 Месяц назад

    Just got home from Disneyland and I wanted to come back on here and thank you for all of the valuable information you gave! I felt like a pro telling everybody in my family where to go and we had such a smooth and fun Disneyland trip thanks to you! You helped my family so much!

  • @nicolegodfrey859
    @nicolegodfrey859 2 месяца назад +1

    Packing list definitely.

  • @conniekucani2772
    @conniekucani2772 2 месяца назад

    Thanks so much for all your help both here as well as in the Facebook group Traver! Wouldn’t have been able to plan my first trip to Disneyland without your video! 😊

    • @conniekucani2772
      @conniekucani2772 2 месяца назад

      I’d also love a video about everything we should be bringing on our trip!

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад +1

      @@conniekucani2772 Thank you so much! It’s greatly appreciated.

  • @kristenhoskin5822
    @kristenhoskin5822 2 месяца назад +2

    Strollers are pretty safe I agree. Last spring I accidentally left my wallet on top of our stroller and realized it mid ride (seemingly longest ride ever) it was there when I got back completely untouched.
    I would not recommend doing this lol but glad it was safe

  • @gerardovelez6593
    @gerardovelez6593 2 месяца назад +2

    SoCal Disney Dad, thank you so much for your videos. While I've visited Disney World numerous times, last Friday was my first time in Disneyland and DCA. Because of your great content I was able to replicate your rope drop strategy with LLMP to see both parks in one day. I manage to ride over 20 rides and had a blast.

    • @lauratroxel6072
      @lauratroxel6072 2 месяца назад

      I find that 20 is pretty average for a full day, even without LLMP it’s possible

  • @DonnyG02
    @DonnyG02 2 месяца назад +2

    Great video as always! Have a great weekend!🔥

  • @Dandelion16341
    @Dandelion16341 2 месяца назад

    Love watching your videos!

  • @cvskult
    @cvskult Месяц назад

    Going to be binging all your videos as I prep for our first trip next may. I know nothing except if exist in Disney world lol. Coming with a 2 & 4 year old so excited.

  • @elapajuyo155
    @elapajuyo155 2 месяца назад +2

    Is there a first time to DCA video ? I’ve never been and I’m curious which rides are typically busy and if there’s anything to do other than the rides over there.

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад

      @@elapajuyo155 Not yet, but it’s on my to-do list.

  • @MariaM-ty3bq
    @MariaM-ty3bq 2 месяца назад

    Another great guide, even for those who have been before. I always learn something new in these videos. Yes please, do a packing video!

  • @ALettertoElyse10
    @ALettertoElyse10 2 месяца назад +1

    Ive been making dining reservations all week at 6am on the dot for our trip in December. Blue Bayou reservations are gone in about minute but was able to get one. 😊

  • @karlamarroquin1930
    @karlamarroquin1930 2 месяца назад

    Im planning to take my family to Disneyland soon. I’m watching all your videos, I love them thank you!

  • @218ste
    @218ste 2 месяца назад

    Thank you for this video. As a frequent watcher of your page. This is helping with my First ever visit to Disneyland in March 2025. Keep up the great info.

  • @jackieshaw9256
    @jackieshaw9256 Месяц назад

    I found the hardest dining reservation to get was Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar. I've eaten outside on walk-up but I really want to go inside! After investigating for a few days, I found that Tiki Bar was released for booking a good 2 hours before the rest - so start checking at 4am PST if you REALLY want that reservation! Also, they don't seem to take reservations for more than 4 people 😥

  • @hughjassol2072
    @hughjassol2072 2 месяца назад

    I’m going soon and this video came out at the right time.

  • @NicoleLawson-93
    @NicoleLawson-93 2 месяца назад

    This is so so helpful. So glad we got you to help make our trips so magical.

  • @HHHH-sr1on
    @HHHH-sr1on 2 месяца назад

    Hi I want to thank you for all the vids I was at the park last Wed the hottest day of the week but made 13 rides not an easy thing at my age and found out that some of them are more violent than i thought maybe you could do a vid for older people my age 77 and around my age indiana jones was a lot did not know it was a rollercoaster type i ended up with many black and blue marks on my arms after being tossed around lol i did take the advise and went back to my hotel from 1:30 to 5:30 after being there at rope drop and out at 10:30 again thanks for your help

  • @AmyMurray-to5vm
    @AmyMurray-to5vm 18 дней назад

    Please make a Disney trip packing list I neeeeeed it

  • @pattismercani8656
    @pattismercani8656 2 месяца назад

    Great video, first timer may not know what is all involved with planning ahead.

  • @alena4212
    @alena4212 2 месяца назад

    Perfect timing!! We are literally planning our first trip 😆😆 We have 2 littles and are so excited as my husband and I have never been and we are going for Christmas 🎄

  • @tarainsell4836
    @tarainsell4836 2 месяца назад

    So much great info! Lucky viewers 😊

  • @Sean-uh6te
    @Sean-uh6te 2 месяца назад

    Thank you for the video

  • @mzsantana87
    @mzsantana87 2 месяца назад +1

    I know a lot of your videos talk about rope drop and the golden hours. I'm not sure if you've even done one, but what about a video on closing the park? Maybe next time you get a room you can show what it's like to come in later and do closing instead of rope drop. I'm an early bird and can't hang until closing, but others are the opposite and it'll be interesting to see crowds and wait times at 10 pm instead of 10 am. Also, how you would do rides differently.

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад +3

      @@mzsantana87 We have plans to do this soon. This Friday in fact.
      But I can 100% guarantee you Amy and Benjamin will not make it past 9 PM. Even with a hotel.

  • @JezzebelleGames
    @JezzebelleGames 2 месяца назад

    I’d loooove the checklist! Our trip is on October 22nd!

  • @kurtrichardson-wv8yk
    @kurtrichardson-wv8yk 2 месяца назад

    Solid video

  • @freya1548
    @freya1548 2 месяца назад

    Yes please, a packing list would be lovely.

  • @stephaniewhittington64
    @stephaniewhittington64 2 месяца назад

    Another great video. So informative!

  • @nurspreneurnay
    @nurspreneurnay 2 месяца назад

    We'll be there Christmas week (crazy busy we know! we did Christmas in WDW last year) excited to be there 3 days!

  • @robinyodathelilacbunny7419
    @robinyodathelilacbunny7419 2 месяца назад

    Park hopper ticket is only necessary if there are specific events/character appearances in both parks on the same day that you want to do. I find one day at DCA is sufficient at its current size.
    Lists are great. If you're doing multiple days at one park, I pick a couple of lands per day and plan rides on that calender.

  • @tanyaprimmer218
    @tanyaprimmer218 2 месяца назад

    Hi love your videos. How do we find exact dates of after hour events for next year? We are looking to go in March. Thanks so much!!

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад +1

      @@tanyaprimmer218 They won’t announce them until December-ish. You’ll likely have to make adjustments later after booking your initial trip.
      They tend to favor Tuesday, Thursdays, and Sundays for events. And it’ll be at Disneyland. So avoid Disneyland on those days of the week is a good rule of thumb.

  • @thorpejody0
    @thorpejody0 2 месяца назад +1

    I would love to see a packing video!

  • @tarynescott
    @tarynescott 2 месяца назад

    Does fantastic require a virtual queue? Also can you do a video on dinner/dessert dining options for fantastic. Thanks!

  • @GmanHi
    @GmanHi 2 месяца назад

    Very good tips.All of it. I was looking at April 2025 to visit the park, but with your info on the 70th anniversary. Might have to rethink it.
    Thanks you!

  • @RobertKoss-qh4ol
    @RobertKoss-qh4ol 2 месяца назад +1

    A vote for the packing video.

  • @troystaiger6154
    @troystaiger6154 2 месяца назад

    My recommendations. Rope drop, be in line by 7 am. Booking, go through Get away today, start looking for hotels 9 months out, free breakfast is key, saves $30-50 per day! Rest rides, pirates and small world, use them to rest, also Tiki room! If staying off site DL hotel tower lobbies are a great place to take a break, charge devices! Don’t over eat, small meals!

  • @Rage867
    @Rage867 2 месяца назад

    Ha! love that you can tell it was filmed before Trevor had a Tigger Tail! Since he didn't list it as a have to try treat. Can't wait to try one since i also wasn't interested before. But his reaction sold me on it.

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад

      @@Rage867 I think I might have tried it a little earlier that day. But my brain wasn’t yet accustomed to thinking about it. 🤣

    • @tonjacolors
      @tonjacolors 2 месяца назад

      I agree! I’ve added tigger tails to my list too! I’ve never wanted to try them before. :)

  • @itsashley1
    @itsashley1 2 месяца назад

    I leave for disneyland in two days. So this video has perfect timing.

  • @peytonedwards9387
    @peytonedwards9387 2 месяца назад

    I want to know everything when you pack when you go to Disneyland

  • @Emmawillett-k8u
    @Emmawillett-k8u 2 месяца назад

    We are coming June first time we are 3 nights we are going to do one park per day do you think 3 days and Disneyland 2 days the DCA

  • @Rage867
    @Rage867 2 месяца назад +3

    Maleficent is getting really popular right now since a couple of videos of people freaking out because she treated them in character. So she was like "you peasants need to get out of my way" when she was walking through the crowed and people stopped and started yelling at her that they are the customers and she should never talk to them like that. Complete Karen's, i would be so ecstatic for her to say that to me! And she just keeps on going in character explaining how much lower than her they were triggering them more. Like when douches try to challenge the people playing Gaston and they hit back and they freak out!.

  • @RobertKoss-qh4ol
    @RobertKoss-qh4ol 2 месяца назад

    Hi Trevor, what is your opinion of going to Disneyland the second week of June 2025? Thank you for the video.

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад +1

      @@RobertKoss-qh4ol That’s a decent time to visit.

    • @RobertKoss-qh4ol
      @RobertKoss-qh4ol 2 месяца назад

      Thank you so much, your information and videos are great!
      Very nice family also, take care.

  • @maryroset1873
    @maryroset1873 2 месяца назад

    I have a question about logistics. Two of us coming to disneyland shortly. Can we manage both our reservations, lightening lane purchases, food ordering etc through one phone/app/ disney account or do we each have to do this separately on each of our phones and create separate disney accounts?Thanks in advance for your help?

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад +1

      I would recommend you do it on one app. It's a headache trying to coordinate multiple tickets on multiple devices. If you plan to be together the whole time, there's no reason for separate apps/devices at all.

    • @maryroset1873
      @maryroset1873 2 месяца назад

      @@SoCalDisneyDadhoping you would say that, thanks heaps

  • @briandavis6898
    @briandavis6898 2 месяца назад

    Long Beach airport is very small but also very nice. Just harder to find flights

  • @SamanthaChun87
    @SamanthaChun87 2 месяца назад

    We like to fly into long beach from Hawaii. It was just so much easier.

  • @bestdaysahead921
    @bestdaysahead921 2 месяца назад

    If you were staying at the Disneyland hotel and have five day hopper passes with lightning lane multi pass and a larger group, do you all get magic bands? Or is this something you have to purchase separately and set up? I don’t know much about the magic bands or if anybody can get them.

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад

      @@bestdaysahead921 Nobody will get MagicBands. They don’t even give them for free at WDW anymore like they used to.
      You would have to purchase MagicBands separately if you wanted them. They’re $35 minimum, per person.
      Most people opt to just use their phone to scan in for lightning lanes.
      I do like MagicBands, and recommend them if you regularly (at least once a year) visit WDW. If not, then I would probably pass on MagicBands.

    • @jackieshaw9256
      @jackieshaw9256 Месяц назад

      You didn't get an answer so I will jump in! You won't be given Magic Bands (sadly!) - that's something you can choose to buy if you wish, but it's not necessary. You can use them to scan in to the attractions and not much else, and they cost around $35 each. Most people just use their phones to scan in - you can have everyone's ticket on one phone.

  • @veronicareitherreese6671
    @veronicareitherreese6671 2 месяца назад

    Great video. I would recommend reading the Unofficial Guide to DL or WDW for more in-depth information for whichever park you chose. Watching this podcast is extremely helpful. Practicing mobile order or lighting lane use at home prior to your trip makes the day less stressful. My trips are multiple days, so pre-buying LL(Genie+) and park hopping at DL was a must. LL came with the added perk of photopass. As a camera person, I liked actually being in the pictures for a change. A travel agent is helpful for making dining reservations and other special experiences. I'm with you on Magic Bands. They are a must at WDW (helps extend the life of your phone battery). A waste of money at DL. Prep walking is a must to survive either park.
    Traver, I had to laugh at your "micromanage your vacation" comment. Clearly, you have never vacationed with my theme park commando sister.

  • @jeffbrown773
    @jeffbrown773 2 месяца назад

    Apple tag for stroller

  • @kristenhoskin5822
    @kristenhoskin5822 2 месяца назад

    Long Beach took about 40 min. Really nice airport.

  • @kristenhoskin5822
    @kristenhoskin5822 2 месяца назад

    Good tips

  • @ritagraceatmajian7304
    @ritagraceatmajian7304 25 дней назад

    Please a packing video!

  • @lauri-jeancarlson8476
    @lauri-jeancarlson8476 2 месяца назад

    i remember my first trip to Disneyland was in 1985 my trip to Disneyland was in 1989 before splash mountain opens

  • @LoraineGutierrez13
    @LoraineGutierrez13 2 месяца назад

    I have to chime in on weather. I am from So. Cal -Durarte- and now live in Reno NV. 60 degrees is not 60 degrees. Please realize So Cal - Anaheim - is HUMID!! I am freezing at 60 degrees in Anaheim but am ready for shorts in Reno's dry climate. Keep this in mind. I have got to have a seater almost any time the sun is not out in So Cal Heads up

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад

      @@LoraineGutierrez13 Good point. 60 is definitely chilly here. I usually say so, but most people think I’m just acclimated to the warmer weather. Which is partly true. Because someone coming from 0 degrees wouldn’t find 60 cold at all. Even here.
      But absolutely it’s colder than people think.

  • @sage1102
    @sage1102 2 месяца назад

    Can you recommend any area stores to get some food/snacks/water? We will be heading to Disneyland for the first time at the end of the month. Do you recommend a delivery service like Instacart to have items delivered to the hotel? I have been watching all of your videos to help me plan 😊

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад +1

      @@sage1102 There’s a CVS right down the street that’s walkable. Not the best prices, though, I would imagine.
      I’ve always just used Amazon Now in the past when we’ve gone to WDW. Call your hotel and ask about their food delivery policies. Disney has always been able to accept things like Milk even, but I’m not sure about your everyday hotel. So it’s good to check with them first.
      They’ll be able to accept all non-perishables I would assume. As it’s just like any other package.

  • @MBFF-if7yu
    @MBFF-if7yu 2 месяца назад

    What an amazing video, very well organized, a must-watch guide for anyone going to Disney, no matter if you’re a beginner or a professional Disney traveler.
    Also, I thought about an idea for a video, one showing all chicken exits of the rides. This might be something that you could add to your list of potential videos ideas. I’m not sure how many people are like me, someone who doesn’t go in many rides but also hates missing all the fun stuff you can see along the queues. It would be nice to see which rides I can go and until when, it’s always a bit stressful and to have a video showing those would be so helpful. 🫠
    Thank you for the video 😊

  • @James_Duggan
    @James_Duggan 2 месяца назад

    Hey Traver! My family and I are coming over from Australia for our first ever Disney trip in the first week of November. SO happy to see World of Colour will be back open by then.
    Question - what's your opinion on purchasing the World of Colour dining packages for viewing? I'd prefer not to (so we can eat elsewhere without being tied to a reservation), but if it's the only way to get a good view then I'd be open to it. Keen to hear your thoughts :)

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад

      @@James_Duggan I don’t even know how the dining packages work. You don’t eat while watching the show. That’s the Dessert Party, which I’m actually trying out on November 15th.
      I’m pretty sure there’s just a reserved spot.
      I’ve never done it and we’ve watched world of color through the regular virtual queue many times without issues. No dining package necessary.

    • @James_Duggan
      @James_Duggan 2 месяца назад

      @@SoCalDisneyDad Thanks for that, very helpful! All of your videos have been a lifesaver over the last few months as we’ve done our planning.
      Take care 😊

  • @Huerak
    @Huerak 2 месяца назад

    Hi there, I will be at the Disneyland resort next week, my grandson would really like to meet Oswald. Do you know if he's there often?

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад +1

      @@Huerak He appears near the entrance to DCA on occasion, but it’s not super frequent.
      I would ask a cast member in that area, maybe at guest services, if they know if he’ll be out that day.

    • @Huerak
      @Huerak 2 месяца назад

      @@SoCalDisneyDad Thank you so much. 💖

    • @candeesweety
      @candeesweety 2 месяца назад +1

      My family and I was there Wed Sept 25, and Oswald was near the Entrance at DCA,
      We park hopped at it was at 4PM when we were walking in.

    • @Huerak
      @Huerak 2 месяца назад

      @@candeesweety thank you very much! 🥰

  • @JosephYesh
    @JosephYesh 2 месяца назад

    Anaheim Majestic Garden used to be Anaheim Sheraton. They never should have sold it.
    Speaking of Sheraton... DO NOT stay at Sheraton Four Points! The rooms are equivalent to Motel 6 rooms!
    Anaheim Marriott Suites have very nice rooms. Two blocks from Pixar Pals parking lot on Harbor & Chapman. Very good weekend rate too.

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад

      @@JosephYesh I stayed at Four Points once and didn’t mind it. A lot of the local hotels have motel type rooms. I just didn’t like the walk over the bridge at the night. But it had good firework views. One of the best actually. And the pool was very nice looking.

  • @violetv3958
    @violetv3958 Месяц назад

    I’m from Chicago. 60 degrees is still cold to me. Maybe it’s just me, but I don’t acclimate

  • @titaniagasca2839
    @titaniagasca2839 2 месяца назад

    When I bought my tickets on the website, it automatically made my reservation, I couldn't find a way to do it, so I called them, and I was told it was automatic when the tickets were purchased. should I worry about this? We're going next week, and I don't want to show up and be unable to go into the parks.

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад

      @@titaniagasca2839 You’re fine. You can check easily on the app, too. Under Future Plans. You can also login on the Disneyland website and check the reservations. When it shows what park you are in what day, you have reservations.
      When you buy tickets for a trip that is within six months, you are prompted to select the park and the day. This makes your reservation.
      You can’t purchase tickets that are more than 6 months out unless it’s in a hotel package. And only then do you need to make a reservation separately after the 6 month mark when reservations open up.

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад +2

      @@titaniagasca2839 you should also be aware that they haven’t actually run out of reservations for day guests in a really long time. It’s mostly just passholders than run out.
      Meaning that even if by some random odd chance you didn’t have a reservation, you’d still likely be able to get in after making one right then and there.

    • @titaniagasca2839
      @titaniagasca2839 2 месяца назад +1

      @@SoCalDisneyDad Thank you so much, the closer it gets the more stressful it becomes, I want to thank you so much for helping me through your videos. So many people benefit from them.

  • @JosephYesh
    @JosephYesh 2 месяца назад

    Wagon strollers? Might need to double check that. I went last Sat, Sun, & Mon. I encountered at least 1 wagon stroller each day.
    But I hope they didn't change the policy. I agree they shouldn't be allowed. Too bulky to be in the parks.

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад +1

      @@JosephYesh They aren’t allowed, but if you see one it’s being used as a wheelchair for a child. They are always tagged on the handle as having been approved as a mobility device.

  • @olekaiks83
    @olekaiks83 2 месяца назад

    Comment for the youtube algorithm

  • @samisharif87
    @samisharif87 2 месяца назад

    Check list video would be cool

  • @briandavis6898
    @briandavis6898 2 месяца назад

    Small world.

  • @HiSteOfMnd
    @HiSteOfMnd 2 месяца назад

    I feel like this is a deja vu 😵‍💫. Is this another re-do of a video you already have on the same topic?

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад

      @@HiSteOfMnd It’s similar to a video from a year ago. But it is far more involved and in-depth.

  • @savannah4439
    @savannah4439 2 месяца назад

    PSA for people taking ibuprofen for soreness at the parks: make sure to eat first! It can cause GI irritation (stomach pain, nausea, etc.) if taken on an empty stomach, and that’s the last thing you want while on vacation!

  • @allanl.591
    @allanl.591 2 месяца назад

    Can't endorse your recommendation of walking before you go to DL highly enough. We usually walk 10-12 miles per visit.

  • @jadeblue86
    @jadeblue86 2 месяца назад

    👍

  • @melissaglynn1662
    @melissaglynn1662 2 месяца назад

    I love your videos. But the background noise is distracting

    • @SoCalDisneyDad
      @SoCalDisneyDad  2 месяца назад

      Background noise? It’s just the park ambience.

  • @Kj234rs
    @Kj234rs 2 месяца назад +1

    This comment is to reminder traver he will beat provost in an arm wrestling contest 🎉

  • @qatsidan
    @qatsidan 2 месяца назад

    I respect the grift.

  • @kristenhoskin5822
    @kristenhoskin5822 2 месяца назад +1

    Strollers are pretty safe I agree. Last spring I accidentally left my wallet on top of our stroller and realized it mid ride (seemingly longest ride ever) it was there when I got back completely untouched.
    I would not recommend doing this lol but glad it was safe