The Disneyland Bucket List: 40 Things You Need to Do Before You Die
17. See the Candlelight Processional
This December gathering is basically a mass cast-member choir parading down Main Street, faux-candles in hands, making their way to the circular center, where hymns follow and a celebrity -- whether Disney related (Dick Van Dyke, Kurt Russell) or not (Gary Sinise, Molly Ringwald) -- retells the story of Christmas. A lovely tradition, even for nonbelievers, that dates back to 1958. But be warned: sometimes it rains -- and if that happens, it isn't rescheduled.18. Upgrade your train trip around the park
There are two ways: 1) ask the conductor nicely and you'll possibly get to ride alongside him in the tender seat (bring a friend, it fits two), or 2) have tea on the Lilly Belle, Mrs. Walt Disney's private car for entertaining guests back in the day. The latter was shut down for a while, after being vandalized, and as of late last year is active once again.
19. Steer the Mark Twain Riverboat
Again, if you ask the right cast member, you could get escorted to the wheelhouse of this iconic ship, where you’ll be allowed to "steer" the boat (it's on a track) and blow its mighty whistle. Don't forget to add your name to the guest book, which lists thousands of other honorary drivers dating back to when the park opened.20. Locate Eeyore in the Temple of the Forbidden Eye
The always interminably long line for the Indiana Jones Adventure ride, as well as the crash course itself, resides over part of what used to be the parking lot closest to the main entrance. In order to retain some remnants from yesteryear, and maintain a longstanding method of tucking away Easter eggs throughout the park (see Hidden Mickeys later in this list), Disney engineers kept one of the signs from the original Eeyore lot visible as you shuffle through the movie-room portion of the queue.21. Spot Buff, Max, and Melvin in Winnie the Pooh's nightmare
Another timepiece from the glory of old Disneyland. These mounted pun-droppers -- a bison, buck, and bull moose, respectively -- were MCs of the Country Bear Jamboree in Frontierland that ran from '72 until two days before 9/11. The toddler-friendly Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh ride took its place, but this animatronic trio survived. Look for 'em as you leave the Heffalumps & Woozles honey room.
22. Get snapped at every ride photo-op in a single day
Don't actually buy the photo, unless it's just that amazing. Take pics of the pics and stow 'em away. Do it again the next year, and the next year, and the next year. Eventually Shutterfly that shit.23. Spring for the deluxe World of Color experience
Secure a primo spot for what's surely the most inspired sight at Disney West by going all out and doing the pricey dinner thing. It won’t be the chateaubriand of your dreams, but it won't suck, either. And the show is undeniably spectacular.24. Stay a long weekend at the Grand Californian
The Disneyland Hotel may be more iconic, but it's far from posh. Hit up this lodge-like sprawl instead (typically $379 a night), if only because it has an exit that spills into California Adventure, making it the surest means of scoring a FASTPASS for Radiator Springs (unless you enjoy waiting hours for a 20-second race). Plan your stay well in advance so you can reserve a spot at the chef's counter at the hotel's Napa Rose, the best restaurant on Disney propertyCONTINUE READING !
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