Disneyland is decked out for the holidays. But before you grab your tickets, there are some things you should know about visiting Disneyland during the holidays. This week Leslie Harvey and Kim share their recent experience with Disneyland's holiday celebrations.

ON THE PODCAST

00:30 - Talking with Tamara about her trip to Arkansas

09:15 - Presenting Sponsor Rosetta Stone

10:05 - Talking with Leslie Harvey

11:35 - What to expect to see in Disneyland at the holidays

15:11 - When the holiday season starts at Disneyland

16:31 - Crowds

17:27 - When is the best time to go

19:40 - Extra cost events

23:09 - Shows and fireworks

25:10 - Tips and things to know

28:25 - Seasonal food in the park

30:36 - Disneyland app

32:13 - Hotels for the holiday

35:03 - What not to miss in Disneyland

37:11 - What not to miss in California Adventure Park

40:25 - Leslie's favorite travel gear

41:46 - Where Leslie is heading next

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ABOUT LESLIE HARVEY

Leslie Harvey writes the family travel blog Trips With Tykesand also co-hosts the Disney planning podcast Disney Deciphered. Follow Leslie on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, and Twitter.

DISNEYLAND HOLIDAYS TIPS

• If you are planning on visiting Disneyland for the holidays, the best time seems to be in early December and during the week if you can. There seems to be a good lull in visitors at this time after the decorations are first put up and when holiday school breaks start.
• The Sip and Savor Pass is a great idea for families that plan to try several different food items. You recieve 8 tickets for different food items and you don't have to use them all in one day. But try to plan what you use your tickets for to get the most value out of your tickets.
• Due to the weather, shows and fireworks can be cancelled so try not to plan your entire visit on these events since there is a possibility that they could get cancelled.
• Be sure to check crowd calendars when you plan your trip. If you do decide to go during peak season be sure to get there as soon as the park opens (or earlier) because they will close entry to the park if they reach a certain capacity. This can happen as early as mid-day in some seasons.
• The Disneyland app is a great help and you should make sure at least one of your party has it downloaded. The app will tell you when rides are closed, even if only temporarily. This can save you a long walk to a ride you would like to experience when the ride was closed down.

FAVORITE TRAVEL GEAR

Leslie loves her Skechers GO walks and a pair of North Face Aphrodite pants.

MENTIONED ON THE PODCAST

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21c - The Hive

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Episode 17 - Disneyland Travel Tips

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