Disneyland California Adventure

Over a decade ago we were lucky enough to visit California Adventure during its soft opening. It was so neat to be amongst the first in the new park. There have been a lot of changes since then and the park has a bunch of fun rides and attractions. But its still not Disneyland, nor will it ever be. But it is wonderful to move between the parks during the day with a hopper pass.



The park was decorated for Christmas. Ornaments seem monstrous in A Bugs Land.



Like for Disneyland blog, this year we are listing our top 10 favorite things from our time spent at the California Adventure. Lots of construction going on and Cars Land will open this summer. Should be the highlight of our next visit.

10. Turkey Legs - Actually, the best value in the parks. Bart, Diane, and I share one and its filling for all 3. Also tastes great.



9. ElecTRONica - The boys like playing games in the 80's era arcade. A blast from the past for me.




8. Phineas and Ferb's Rockin' Rollin' Dance Party - We like to watch the Disney Channel on our trips and Phineas and Ferb is one of our favorites. It was fun to see the characters in real life.



7. Monsters, Inc. Mike & Sulley to the Rescue! - is fun and typically without a line in the evening.



6. Ariel's Undersea Adventure - New rides are always fun. This one is very well done and state of the art.




5. Tower of Terror - One of our favorites. And Alex is no longer worried about getting stuck in the Twilight Zone.



4. California Screaming - Best coaster in the parks. Fast and Fun! Diane and I sat in the front seats and acted as the wind breakers for the ride. Being in wind of the front seats did fun things to Diane's hair after a ride in the fog on New Years Eve. The fog clearly fogged up her glasses.





3. World of Color - Simply fantastic display of color using water as a template. We watched the show twice.



2. Midway Mania - Great game that has evolved into a serious family competition. I am glad to report that this year I beat Bart 3-2 to be the current family champion.



1. Soarin' Over California - I just love this ride, which is a hang glider simulation. Stimulates all you senses. Fate, and walking over to the other park for a fast pass on a regular basis allowed us to enjoy it this year to the fullest.