We've talked about cooling off at California Adventure, but on a hot summer day there are also plenty of ways to stay cool in the Happiest Place on Earth itself!  Obviously, certain restaurants are indoors and can keep you out of the sun that way, but most visitors don't necessarily spend the time and money those places require.  For you guys, here are some of my favourite ways to tackle with the heat.

In the hot California sun in the middle of summer you can feel like you're melting.  The most obvious ways to keep cool are to step inside stores or stop by your hotel room for a while, but there are things you can do to stay cool and still have some fun at the same time, especially at Disney California Adventure. Here are just a few ideas to help you beat the heat.

If you're planning a visit to the Disneyland Resort anytime soon, you need to be aware of Disney's guest mask policy and everything you are and aren't allowed to do with them. Read through this simple guide to familiarize yourself before you go. Keep in mind this is based on our experiences at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World and that policies change frequently.

A while ago we gave you some first steps in preparing your kids for your trip to Disneyland to keep them safe and a little out of your hair. As I've continued to watch other families, and my own, tackle logistics and kids in the parks over the years I've noticed there are a few more things you need to consider before you leave or enter the parks. These simple suggestions should help you avoid unnecessary conflict or heart attacks and ensure a pleasant and magical vacation!

If you're attending Mickey's Halloween Party at the Disneyland Resort this year, then this is information you must be familiar with! Costumes are one of the most popular aspects of the Party since adults otherwise never get to wear them inside the parks, but there are guidelines you must follow. On top of all that, there are other things you need to consider before you plan out your costume so you don't get held up at security or stopped by a CM. In the end it's still super fun as long as you abide by the rules!

You've made it to your hotel and you're ready to head to the parks.  You already know you don't want to waste the time and money driving since you're so close to the Resort entrance, but now what do you do?  The solution for Good Neighbor Hotels is simple, but unless you already know about it getting to and from the parks and the Disneyland Resort Hotels can be more complicated.  It doesn't sound like it should, but believe me that there's more to know than meets the eye.

As of this spring, Disneyland has changed their security checkpoints, particularly on the west side of the resort.  Some may have already noticed the changes if you've visited recently, but for the rest it's important to know what's different.  For some visitors, these changes mean a little more inconvenience, but overall the changes are allowing visitors to get through security faster and on to the parks.