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               Disneyland Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Part 1
                      (Last update June 14, 1994)


  This document is Copyright (c) 1994, by Walt Hoffman, all rights reserved.  
  It is intended for public use, and may be redistributed freely printed or 
  electronically in its complete and unaltered form provided distribution is 
  done at no charge to the receiver.  Partial and other distribution means 
  require the permission of the author.

  The Disneyland FAQ document is intended to provide information to answer 
  the most frequently asked questions (FAQ) about Disneyland Park in Anahiem, 
  California, USA.  All reasonable efforts have been made to make sure this 
  information is accurate, but the author cannot be held responsible for 
  errors or schedule changes.  This FAQ list is maintained by Walt Hoffman 
  based upon the original list was created by Adrian McCarthy.  This 
  Disneyland FAQ is published 3-4 times a year.  Please send any suggestions 
  and comments on the Disneyland FAQ to Walt Hoffman at 
  Walter.T.Hoffman@jpl.nasa.gov or whoffman@ganymede.jpl.nasa.gov.

  CHANGES SINCE LAST POSTING:  Reorganized sections, updated operating hours, 
  prices, entertainment, attraction refurbishment schedule and closures, and 
  What's Happening at the Park information.

  HOW DO I FIND OUT MORE?
  --   Contact Disneyland Guest Relations at (714) 999-4565, (213) 626-8605, 
  extension 4565 or visit Disneyland's City Hall.  The address for Disneyland 
  is 1313 Harbor Boulevard, P.O. Box 3232, Anaheim, CA 92803-3232.

  --   For other Disney information see the rec.arts.disney FAQ and WDW FAQ 
  maintained by Tom Tanida (tanida@gso.saic.com).  These include information 
  for Walt Disney World (WDW) theme parks, plus other general Disney 
  entertainment such as film, movies, and television.  The FAQ documents can 
  be obtained using ftp to rtfm.mit.edu and looking in the 
  pub/usenet/news.answers directory.

  HOURS OF OPERATION:   Here is the schedule information from an updated 
  Disney calendar.  Everything is subject to change.

       A:   8 am to 1 am              () Basic Annual Passport not valid
       B:   8 am to midnight                on these days
       C:   9 am to midnight
       D:   9 am to 11 pm   
       E:   9 am to 10 pm   
       F:   9 am to 7 pm
       G:  10 am to 6 pm

  June '94
     Sun  Mon  Tue  Wed  Thu  Fri   Sat
                     1F   2F   3C  ( 4B) Aladdin's Royal Caravan performing
      5D   6D   7D   8E   9E  10C  (11B) daily through the June 30th
     12D  13D  14E  15E  16E  17C  (18A)
     19D  20D  21D  22D  23D  24C  (25A)
     26C  27C  28C  29C  30C

  July '94
                               1C   2A   Lion King Parade begins performing
    ( 3A)  4A   5C   6C   7C   8C   9A  
     10C  11C  12C  13C  14C  15C  16A  
     17C  18C  19C  20C  21C  22C  23A
     24C  25C  26C  27C  28C  29C  30A
     31C

  August '94
           1C   2C   3C   4C   5C   6A
      7C   8C   9C  10C  11C  12C  13A
     14C  15C  16C  17C  18C  19C  20A
     21C  22C  23C  24C  25C  26C  27C
     28D  29D  30D  31D 

  September '94
                          1D   2D   3C   Sept. 4=Last night for fireworks
    ( 4C)  5D   6D   7D   8D   9D  10C   Sept.11=Begin weekend only schedule
     11E  12G  13G  14G  15G  16G  17C    for Beauty & The Beast Live, and
     18E  19G  20G  21G  22G  23G  24C    Lion King parade. Last night for
     25E  26G  27G  28G  29G  30G         Main St. Electrical parade.
  
  ********************
  CURRENT PRICES:  (US $)  Current as of April 2, 1994
                      1-day 2-day 3-day  Annual  Premium Guided
                      =========================== Annual  Tour
  Adults              31.00 55.00 75.00   99.00  199.00  42.00
  Children (3-11)     25.00 44.00 60.00   99.00  199.00  32.50
  Seniors (60+)       25.00
  Adults (MKC)        29.00 51.00 69.00   89.00  189.00
  Children (MKC)      23.00 40.00 54.00   89.00  189.00
  Parking              6.00/car
                       7.00/vans,campers,RV's
                      12.00 Preferred Parking
  ********************
  Magic Kingdom Club (MKC) cardholders get admission discounts (about 7 
  percent) and other discounts.  For more details about the MKC and how to 
  join, read the description elsewhere in this document.
  ********************
  Current promotion through June 30,1994, Southern California residents can 
  buy a special Disneyland passport for just $22 per person ($21 with the MKC 
  card). Must show proof of California residence within ZIP codes 90000 
  through 93599.  Passports are good for day of purchase only with a daily 
  limit of 8 Passports per individual with valid identification.
  ********************
  The Annual Passport price is now $99 per person and is valid for 338 day of 
  the year, excluding some Saturdays and peak holiday periods.  Parking is 
  not included but can be added for $25.  The cost of a one-day passport used 
  on your visit can be applied towards the purchase of an annual pass.  The 
  Basic Annual Passport is not valid on Jan. 1, Feb. 19-20, Mar. 5,12,19,26, 
  Apr. 2,9,16,23,30, May  7,14,21,28, 29, June 4,11,18,25, July 3, Sep. 4, 
  Nov. 26, and Dec. 25,30-31.
  ********************
  The Premium Annual passport includes admission for all 365 days of the 
  year, special preferred parking, a one year subscription to Disney 
  Magazine, discounts on food (10% for buffeteria and table service, 15% 
  discount on Aladdin's Oasis and Blue Bayou), Disneyland Hotel 
  (accommodations and restaurants), and a 10% discount on most merchandise 
  (not including purchases under $5, collectible art, Disney Dollars, and 
  commemorative tickets). 
  ********************
  For ticket purchases, Disneyland accepts U.S. currency, VISA, American Ex-
  press, Master Card, traveler's checks, Disney Dollars and personal checks 
  with proper identification.  Foreign currency *can* be used at Disneyland 
  but is best to exchange for U.S. currency ahead of time. For some reason, 
  Discover card is not honored at Disneyland or the Disneyland Hotel.  An ATM 
  (no longer BofA) is located to the left of the Main Entrance.
  Tickets can also be purchased in advance at a Disney Store or by mail with 
  a check or money order in the exact amount to Disneyland Admissions, 1313 
  Harbor Blvd., P.O. Box 3232, Anaheim, CA 92803-3232.  Merchandise available 
  from the park or hotel can also be ordered by calling 1-800-3-MAIL-33 (1-
  800-361-4533).  Merchandise Special Events information can be obtained by 
  calling the hotline at 714-490-3935.
  ********************
  The Main Street Information Center, provides a variety of banking services 
  such as cash advances, credit card Disney Dollar advances, foreign currency 
  exchange.  Also available are Disneyland annual passports, gift 
  certificates, postage stamps, ticket upgrades/downgrades, and even a 
  mailbox.
  ********************
  Automated Teller Machines (ATMs), now provided by First Interstate Bank, 
  are available in multiple locations and accept ATM cards for PLUS and 
  Exchange networks as well as Visa/Mastercard and American Express.  These 
  ATM locations are: outside of the park to the left of the Main Entrance, 
  Main Street Information Center, telephone area between the Frontierland and 
  Adventureland entrances, Main Street Penny Arcade, Tomorrowland Starcade, 
  Circlevision 360 theater exit, and inside the Disneyland Hotel Travelport 
  lobby.
  ********************
  If you leave the park anytime during your stay, make sure you still have 
  your Disneyland passport and you get your hand stamped before exiting.  For 
  re-admission into the park, you *must* have a current Disneyland passport 
  and a handstamp.
  ********************
  ENTERTAINMENT:
  Entertainment schedules can be changed at any time, or cancelled due to 
  inclement weather.  For the actual schedule for a particular day, contact 
  Disneyland or pick up a 'Disneyland Today' schedule when you visit the 
  park.

  ++ 'Fantasmic!', a spectacular mix of magic, music, live performers and 
  sensational special effects, is scheduled to be featured on nights when the 
  park is open until 10 p.m. or later.
  
  ++ 'Fantasy in the Sky' fireworks are presented, June 3-4, 10-11, and every 
  night from June 17 through September 4.

  ++ 'Aladdin's Royal Caravan' parades down Main Street daily through June 
  30th.

  ++ 'Lion King Parade', a high-tech parade based upon Disney's newest 
  animated feature, is performed from July 1 through September 11, September 
  17-18, 24-25, and October 1-2.

  ++ 'Main Street Electrical Parade', a Disneyland tradition with "thousands 
  of sparkling lights and magical sounds" performs every night from June 3 
  through September 11.

  ++ 'Beauty & The Beast Live', a splendid stage show based upon the animated 
  classic is performed at the Sony Videopolis stage, June 8 through September 
  11, and September 17-18, 24-25.

  ++ 'Golden Horseshoe Jamboree', a song-and-dance revue stars Miss Lily and 
  Sam the bartender is performed live daily in Frontierland.  Reservations 
  are a must, as this show usually plays to a full house.

  ++ 'Aladdin's Oasis' dining entertainment is featured on selected days 
  (June 18/19, June 24/25, and June 27 through August 28) for lunch and 
  dinner which features magic, music, song, and dance with Aladdin, Princess 
  Jasmine, the Genie and Jafar from the movie, "Aladdin".  In addition to the 
  show, the food offerings are every bit as exotic.
  Food includes papadom wafers w/chutney (a sort of a chips and salsa), fresh 
  fruit, and main entree (beef, chicken, or vegetable), raisin nut pilaf, and 
  a special dessert. Dinner menu has larger food portions. Children (11 and 
  under) can choose from cheese-filled pasta or chicken strips. Prices for 
  adults/children are $19.50/$14.50 for lunch and $24.50/$19.50 for dinner 
  plus tax and gratuity (15%).  You must pay for your meal before entering 
  the Oasis.

  SHOW RESERVATIONS:
  Reservations can be made up until noon at the counter located in the exit 
  lobby of the Walt Disney Story Featuring Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln.  
  Reservations may also be made for the Blue Bayou restaurant, Aladdin's 
  Oasis, and Disneyland Hotel Resort restaurants.  It's a good idea to make 
  your reservations when you first enter the park, as they do fill up 
  quickly.

  ATTRACTION REFURBISHMENT SCHEDULE:  (Call (714) 999-4565 for latest info)

  o Jungle Cruise                closed through 6/27
  o Storybook Land Canal Boats   closed through 6/27
  o Casey Jr. Circus Train       closed through 6/27

  Note: All other attractions are scheduled to be operating during the months 
  of June, July, and August, 1994.

  CURRENT CHANGES and CONSTRUCTION 
  -- Adventureland, The Temple of the Forbidden Eye. A new attraction based 
  upon the "Indiana Jones" character due to open in Spring 1995. This attrac-
  tion incorporates a unique ride system to navigate troop transports through 
  the Temple and explore the power of the native god Mara. Willpower and 
  courage is needed to avoid the curse befalled to anyone who looks into 
  Mara's eyes. You and your fellow passengers choose which path to take at 
  the Chamber of Destiny.  The ride building can be seen from the parking 
  areas, emerging from the jungles of Adventureland. The pre-show area (only) 
  may be open in early July for guests to explore the temple artifacts.
  -- For the Jungle Cruise, look for a new dock, a two-story boathouse, and a 
  trading post.  Also, re-themed boats which are more rustic and each one is 
  unique based upon their previous "owners".
  -- Storybook Land undergoing a refurbishment to update the structures to 
  include recent movies (Aladdin, Beauty & the Beast, The Little Mermaid, 
  etc.) and add a waterfall over the 'neverland' cave.  The upgrade will be 
  completed in phases for a completion date sometime in 1995.
  -- Village Haus Restaurant (Fantasyland) undergoing changes to become 
  Pinnochio's Pizzaria.  The burger and fries menu will be replace with 
  Italian foods like pizza and pasta.  This may be patterned after the same 
  restaurant in EDL.
  -- Recently completed attraction refurbishments were Space Mountain, Star 
  Tours, Swiss Family Treehouse ("plumbing" system works again), and the Mad 
  Tea Party.
  --Mission to Mars, Motor Boats, and Town Square Cafe are closed 
  permanently.

  WHAT'S BEEN HAPPENING AT THE PARK:

  MAIN STREET U.S.A.:
  * Main Street buildings repainted in a more colorful scheme of colors.
  * The Main Street Information Center replaced the Bank of America branch. 
  * 'The Lion King' movie dioramas added to the Main Street shop windows. 
  * Added a lifesize bronze statue, titled 'Partners', of Walt Disney with 
  Mickey Mouse in the hub encircled with smaller bronze statues of classic 
  Disney characters.
  * Walt Disney mural and mirrored signs added inside the Crystal Arcade shop 
  near the stuffed toy wall.
  * Penny Arcade displays a large, green, 1000-pound, acrylic elephant statue 
  (nicknamed 'Penny') near the entrance.  It was originally designed for the 
  Candy Palace at EuroDisneyLand (EDL) but due to a change in color scheme of 
  that facility, she now resides at Disneyland.
  ADVENTURELAND:
  * Closures continue in the area to provide access for the Indiana Jones 
  "Temple of the Forbidden Eye" attraction and perform extensive 
  refurbishment of the Jungle Cruise attraction including construction of a 
  two-story queue area.
  * Enchanted Tiki Room pre-show area was altered for better visibility, and 
  the show uses a digital sound system (although the soundtrack is still the 
  same.)
  * Larger entrance to accommodate the crowds generated by Fantasmic!
  FRONTIERLAND:
  * Casa Mexicana is no longer sponsored by Lawry's.  Slight changes in decor 
  and menu items (like Mickey Mouse-shaped flan).
  NEW ORLEANS SQUARE:
  * Fantasmic! sound system improvements and a new viewing area (New Orleans 
  Square Promenade) around the Rivers of America.  Promenade is tiered and 
  angled to provide better viewing of Fantasmic!
  * Disney Gallery offering preferred balcony seatings of Fantasmic! with cof-
  fee, desert, and show for $25.  (Unbelievable, but true.)
  * Cemetery added to the front yard of The Haunted Mansion.
  * Pirates of the Caribbean added portraits of pirates along the walls of the   
  indoor queue area.  Added previously were silhouettes of fighting pirates   
  located on the right side of the burning city scene.  This scene was taken   
  from EuroDisneyland.  Also, additional items were added in the bayou near   
  the boat loading area.  Waterfall area now sprinkles guests with liquid 
  magic (water).  Mist has been added just before entering into the battling 
  ship area. Possible new pirate figures installed for the drunken pirate 
  figure hanging over (whoops, a pun) a bridge in the burning city scene and 
  prior to the exit ramp, the shooting pirate on the left.
  FANTASYLAND:
  * Sleeping Beauty's Castle walk-through now appears to be permanently open.
  * It's a Small World added a new digital sound system complete with a 
  different soundtrack (with more instrumentals) inherited from EDL.
  * Fantasia Gardens filled the space left from the removal of the Motor 
  Boats.
  * Window near Peter Pan's Flight has children's toys in it with audio of the
  Darling children playing.
  TOMMORROWLAND:
  * Skyway is scheduled to be replaced with a newer system to comply with 
  regulations.  
  * Space Mountain is now sponsored by Federal Express.
  * Space Place: Disneyland Birthday Parties on weekends. Two different party 
  plans are available which include cake, ice cream, party favors, character 
  photo opportunities, lunch (with one of the plans), and park admission. 
  Call 714-520-5045 for details on Birthday Parties.
  MICKEY'S TOONTOWN:
  * Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin ride is open.  This wild and zany attraction 
  captures the feeling of being in a cartoon world with Roger Rabbit and 
  friends. Turn the steering wheel to spin your cab around 360 degrees and 
  avoid "The Dip".  Entertaining, but deceptive queue area walks you through 
  the back alleys of Toontown prior to boarding your cab.  This is 
  Disneyland's newest attraction.
  * Toontown's Jolly Trolley is jolly again.  The trolley now bounces all 
  around (like it originally did) during it's trip through Toontown (although 
  usually one car per trolley instead of two).
  OTHER:
  * Low Price Children's menus for $2.99 at most table service and buffeteria 
  restaurants.
  * Second Meal discount program.  When you buy a meal before 2pm (most 
  restaurants, except outdoor vending), you get a discount coupon for a full 
  20% off the second meal purchased that day after 4pm.  The coupons are 
  valid ONLY if the receipt is legible and stapled onto the coupon.  Limited 
  time only.
  * Preferred Parking now available, located to the right of the Main 
  Entrance.
  * Disneyland Hotel access to the waterfall area has been restricted.
  * ATM outside main entrance changed sponsorship to First Interstate Bank.

  Future Plans and Rumors:

  * Westcot Center, a west coast version of WDW Epcot Center, planned to be   
  built in the current Disneyland parking lot.  A multi-level parking 
  structure will be constructed to the east.  It will feature dedicated 
  freeway ramps to funnel cars directly into the parking structure with 
  transportation and a peoplemover to transport guests over to the parks. 
  Expansion plans also include multiple hotels and other entertainment 
  venues.  Environment impact study completed and approved by the City of 
  Anaheim but still battles remain in making Westcot a reality. The Walt 
  Disney Company announced the project may be on hold for about two years. 
  Details about the expansion plan are available at the Disneyland expansion 
  preview center located at the Disneyland Hotel (in the Plaza building, 
  above Maize's Pantry) and is open Mondays and Wednesdays from 2pm to 8pm.

  WHAT'S THE BEST WAY TO SEE FANTASMIC!?
    Come in from the Splash Mountain side as soon as they start clearing out 
  the crowds from the first show.  If you come in from the other side, you'll 
  be fighting 7,000-10,000 people who are exiting out through Frontierland.  
  The show lasts about 23 minutes and the entire area is darkened during the 
  show making travel through here a little tricky.
   
  HOW DO I BEAT THE CROWDS?
    Unlike WDW, Disneyland does not usually open the park early to deal with 
  incoming crowds.  However, often on weekends Main Street will open 30 
  minutes before the rest of the park.  Some tour packages do offer a "Magic 
  Morning" package which allows participants to enter a themed area (usually 
  Toontown) one hour prior to opening to the general public.

  In general, attendance is highest on Saturday, then Friday, Sunday, and 
  weekdays.  Monday through Wednesday is probably the best day to visit to 
  avoid the large crowds.

  Space Mountain is long most of the day and into the night, so first thing 
  in early morning is usually your best bet.  Ditto Rocket Jets.  Star Tours 
  will shorten significantly in the late evening (when the line is completely 
  inside, you're in good shape).  Splash Mountain is always busy (avoid it 
  when backed up beyond the Briar Patch shop) but is OK when it's raining or 
  right before the park closes.  An early-morning dash might also be a good 
  idea (since it's at the back of the park).  The Country Bear Jamboree is 
  seldom crowded and it a good place to visit if you ventured over to Splash 
  Mountain and found a long line.

  For dinner, venture over to the Disneyland Hotel to get some relief from 
  the crowds and then head back in.  The Monorail Cafe has excellent food 
  with good portions. Goofy's Kitchen Character Dinner is all-you-can-eat, 
  all-you-can-drink.  Alcoholic beverages are available but not all-you-can-
  drink :-).

  After dinner, the attractions in Fantasyland shorten a bit, but not much.  
  Dumbo, Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan, and Mr. Toad's Wild Ride will remain 
  popular throughout the entire day.  Lines are usually short for Snow 
  White's Scary Adventures, Pinocchio's Daring Journey, and It's a Small 
  World.  If the line is long at all, skip it and try again later.  Skyway 
  line is almost always shorter from Fantasyland to Tomorrowland than the 
  other way around.

  Matterhorn lines are usually the shortest during the parades.  Normally 
  there are two separate lines, one for each bobsled run.  But sometimes 
  during the parades they combine both lines into one and route it away from 
  the parade area.  This gives the impression the wait is long but is really 
  it is moving twice as fast.  The line splits up into two later on as you go 
  through the turnstile.  Usually the bobsled run on the right has the 
  shortest wait since most people turn to the left as they enter the 
  turnstile area.

  PARADES
  Crossing a parade route is possible but time consuming.  Certain areas are 
  marked for crossing and guests are allowed to cross during gaps in the pa-
  rade. Plan which side of the park you want to be on during the parade and 
  get there early.  If you must cross, consider using the Disneyland RR or 
  the Skyway.  Parade crossing zones north of the Matterhorn are usually less 
  congested than the one at the Hub. Main Street is tough (though not 
  impossible) to negotiate during popular parades.

  WHAT ABOUT SMALL CHILDREN?
  Kids age 2 and under are free.  Strollers may be rented, but some people 
  prefer to bring their own.  Many attractions have height and age 
  requirements, with limit signs ('You must be at least this tall...') 
  present at the entrance to most attractions.  They seem to be fairly picky 
  about this.  If you're an inch off, they won't let you in.

       Big Thunder Mountain Railroad        40+ inches
       Space Mountain                       40+ inches
       Autopia (alone)                      52+ inches
       Autopia (w/ adult)                    1+ years
       Splash Mountain                       3+ years and 40+ inches
       Star Tours (alone)                    7+ years
       Star Tours (w/ adult)                 3+ years
       Matterhorn Bobsleds (alone)           7+ years
       Matterhorn Bobsleds (w/ adult)        3+ years
       Gadget's Go-Coaster                   3+ years
       Goofy Bounce House                    52 inches or under
       Chip 'N Dale's Treehouse/Acorn Crawl  49 inches or under

  Children under 7 are supposed to be accompanied by an adult on other 
  attractions as well (Snow White's Scary Adventures, The Haunted Mansion, 
  etc.)

  HOW DO I GET A MAGIC KINGDOM CLUB (MKC) CARD AND WHAT DOES IT GET ME?
  MKC stands for the Magic Kingdom Club which is a benefit originally 
  provided to employees of large businesses for discounts on Disneyland 
  admissions. The program has expanded to other Disney parks and merchandise.  
  Check with your employer or credit union first, especially if you live near 
  any Disney attractions.  If not, you can purchase a Gold MKC for $59 for 2 
  years. The address is Magic Kingdom Club Gold Card, PO Box 3850, Anaheim, 
  CA 92803-3850. Charge by calling (714) 490-3200.  Gold card members get a 
  2-year subscription to Disney Magazine, a personalized gold membership 
  card, travel video, tote bag, and other goodies. Both types of MKC cards 
  get you the same discounts at the Disney Stores (except in the parks), on 
  admission tickets, and on Disney, Delta Airlines, and National Rent-a-Car 
  packages. The discount for both MKC cards are the same.  The discounts do 
  NOT apply to merchandise at the park or the Disneyland Hotel but will 
  provide a 15% discount at Aladdin's Oasis and the Blue Bayou (2-5pm only).  
  The card is also good for 10% off at The Disney Stores which are usually 
  found in shopping malls throughout the world.  

  WHERE SHOULD WE STAY?
  Since I'm a local, I've haven't stayed at many of the hotels in this area. 
  Here is a summary of the responses received so far.  No guarantees.  For 
  more information regarding lodging in the Anaheim area, contact the Anaheim 
  Area Visitor and Convention Bureau at 800 W. Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA  
  92802, or phone (714)999-8999.
  From a Disney handout:  "The Walt Disney Travel Company:  Offers the finest 
  in family vacation travel.  A `Disney Vacation' is the ideals way to visit 
  the Magic Kingdom. Contact The Walt Disney Travel Company, P.O. Box 3232, 
  Anaheim, CA  92803 for information about travel arrangements and packages.  
  Telephone (714) 520-5050; Telex 655474.

  DISNEYLAND HOTEL: $$$$
    Official hotel for Disneyland including many shops and attractions and 
  the only hotel with a monorail station for transportation into the Magic 
  Kingdom. Since this is a Disney property, it provides the best "Disney 
  experience". Great shops, restaurants, and swimming pools. Free evening 
  water shows and other entertainment. Hotel guests can have their park 
  merchandise purchases delivered to their rooms free of charge.  Call 714-
  956-MICKEY for room reservations.
  PAN PACIFIC: $$$
    Located next to the Disneyland Hotel.  Rooms are about half the price of 
  the Disneyland Hotel rooms and are large and quiet with comfortable beds 
  but somewhat dated decor. Average, no frills.. No refrigerators or 
  microwave ovens in the room but does have on-site restaurants (including 
  Japanese) and room service is available.  A walkway provides access to the 
  Disneyland Hotel Resort's amenities such as shops and restaurants and 
  Monorail station for transportation into the Disneyland Park.
  ANAHEIM HILTON AND TOWERS: $$$
    "Above average Hilton."  Small bathrooms (at least in non-tower rooms).
  MARRIOTT: $$$
    "Typical Marriott."  Nobody said anything particularly good or bad.
  PEACOCK SUITES, S. Harbor (just north of Katella).
    Clive Feather (clive@sco.com) says "I can speak well of Peacock 
  Suites...We had a 3-room suite (lounge, double bedroom with en-suite, twin 
  double bedroom, and additional bathroom) for $129 a night plus tax. 
  Continental Breakfast included and free hourly Disneyland shuttle is 
  available. It's also a reasonable walk to the park."
  BEST WESTERN STARDUST: $$ 
    "Very spacious.  Clean comfortable and reasonably priced.  Walking 
  distance, but a Disneyland shuttle is also available.  No frills."
  RESIDENCE INN: $$$
    Very nice, apartment-like suites with complete, full-size kitchens and 
  some with fireplaces.  Continental Breakfast included and free Disneyland 
  shuttle is available (with stops to the Disneyland Hotel if requested).

  WHAT PARTS OF DISNEYLAND CAN I SKIP IF I'VE BEEN TO WALT DISNEY WORLD?
  There are subtle differences in almost every corner of the park.  If you're 
  a Disney aficionado, you'll want to check out everything.  If you're 
  pressed for time, you can skip the following:
  o Haunted Mansion 
  o People Mover (more primitive, but seems to last longer)
  o Monorail (unless you want to go to the Disneyland Hotel)
  o Submarine Voyage (nearly identical to WDW's except for order of   
    presentation and absence of little Jules Verne nuances)
  o Skyway (useful for getting around, especially during parades)
  o Captain EO (same movie as EPCOT Center)
  o Circle Vision 360 (same as at WDW but also shows China film from EPCOT
    during the early part of the day.)
  o Autopia
  o Small World (biggest difference is the exterior facade, including a 
    special presentation of the time every 15 minutes)
  o Golden Horseshoe Jamboree (same show, different finale)

  Tough calls:  (similar, yet different and worth experiencing)
  o Space Mountain

  o Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
  o Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln (a trimmed down version of the Hall of
    Presidents) and The Walt Disney Story
  o Splash Mountain (front/back seating instead of side-to-side, story not as
    narrative.)
  o Country Bear Playhouse (different show and DL has 2 theaters,)
  o Disneyland Hotel resort complex (accessible from within the park by
    monorail).

  Whatever you do, don't miss out on:
  o Fantasmic!
  o Star Tours (unless you've been on the one in Disney/MGM Studios)
  o Matterhorn Bobsleds (2 different tracks, too)
  o Jungle Cruise (my DL experiences have far surpassed the one at WDW)
  o Pirates of the Caribbean (parts are identical, but DL is better)
  o The Disney Gallery (above Pirates of the Carribean)
  o Disneyana Shop on Main Street (features cels and other limited editions)
  o Disneyland RR between Tomorrowland & Main Street for Grand Canyon and 
    Primeval World dioramas (not quite as impressive as EPCOT's World of Energy 
    dinosaurs)
  o Mickey's ToonTown (new land)
  o Roger Rabbit's Cartoon Spin ride (Toontown)
  o Aladdin's Oasis (extra cost, about $25 per person)

  The Disneyland parade route is different than WDW.  North of Main Street, 
  Disneyland parades proceed north along the east side of the Castle up to
  It's a Small World.  WDW MK parades turn at the Hub, heading through 
  Liberty Square and Frontierland.

  END of FAQ