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Planning a trip to Disneyland and wondering how to beat the crowds? In this episode, Steph Sweets and Ed Pizza share their tried-and-true strategies for maximizing ride time, avoiding long waits, and making the most of every magical minute in the parks. From rope drop secrets to smart use of Lightning Lanes, they'll help you navigate Disneyland like a pro.
You'll hear: ✨ The key differences between Disneyland and Disney World ride planning ✨ Why rope dropping is essential (and which rides to prioritize first) ✨ Hidden benefits of single rider lines and rider swaps for families ✨ Smart Lightning Lane strategies (and why you can't book in advance) ✨ How to avoid peak crowds with a surprising school calendar trick
Key Moments 00:45 – How Disneyland ride planning differs from Disney World 03:20 – Why you must rope drop (and which rides to target) 07:05 – Using single rider lines at Matterhorn, Millennium Falcon & Space Mountain 10:42 – Rider swap explained for families with little ones 13:15 – Lightning Lane strategy: what to book first after scanning in 17:30 – The Fantasyland rope drop trick: Peter Pan, Mr. Toad & Pinocchio in rapid succession 22:05 – Why Arizona & Utah school breaks make Disneyland extra crowded 25:10 – Touring Plans app tips to minimize wait times 28:40 – How to adjust strategy during peak vs. low-crowd times 32:15 – Final takeaways: rope drop, flexibility, and smart planning win the day
👋 Connect with us: Follow Steph on Instagram: @stephparkside Follow Ed on social: @pizzainmotion
🎧 Love the show? Don't miss future episodes of Catch Us at the Castle. 👉 Follow, rate & review wherever you get your podcasts.
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By Steph Sweets and Ed PizzaWatch Us On YouTube!
Planning a trip to Disneyland and wondering how to beat the crowds? In this episode, Steph Sweets and Ed Pizza share their tried-and-true strategies for maximizing ride time, avoiding long waits, and making the most of every magical minute in the parks. From rope drop secrets to smart use of Lightning Lanes, they'll help you navigate Disneyland like a pro.
You'll hear: ✨ The key differences between Disneyland and Disney World ride planning ✨ Why rope dropping is essential (and which rides to prioritize first) ✨ Hidden benefits of single rider lines and rider swaps for families ✨ Smart Lightning Lane strategies (and why you can't book in advance) ✨ How to avoid peak crowds with a surprising school calendar trick
Key Moments 00:45 – How Disneyland ride planning differs from Disney World 03:20 – Why you must rope drop (and which rides to target) 07:05 – Using single rider lines at Matterhorn, Millennium Falcon & Space Mountain 10:42 – Rider swap explained for families with little ones 13:15 – Lightning Lane strategy: what to book first after scanning in 17:30 – The Fantasyland rope drop trick: Peter Pan, Mr. Toad & Pinocchio in rapid succession 22:05 – Why Arizona & Utah school breaks make Disneyland extra crowded 25:10 – Touring Plans app tips to minimize wait times 28:40 – How to adjust strategy during peak vs. low-crowd times 32:15 – Final takeaways: rope drop, flexibility, and smart planning win the day
👋 Connect with us: Follow Steph on Instagram: @stephparkside Follow Ed on social: @pizzainmotion
🎧 Love the show? Don't miss future episodes of Catch Us at the Castle. 👉 Follow, rate & review wherever you get your podcasts.