Captivating Disney's California Adventure, the Disney Resort's new theme park
In the photo slide show above, you can see pictures of Disney California Adventure Park's top attractions. But these few images barely begin to "scratch the surface" of the fun attractions, rides, entertainment and shopping you'll find at this Disney theme park. In this section of the website, we'll talk about Disney California Adventure's themed area, and the enjoyment your family may experience within each of them!
Disney's California Adventure Park is new---and still growing!
Hot News! $1 Billion dollar expansion underway at Disney's California Adventure park! great new additions will be coming to Disney's California Adventure Park. Even though this new theme park just recently opened (in 2001,) this "sister park" to the original Disneyland is still building and growing.
One of the most exciting of these new plans calls for a new "land" based on the Disney/Pixar animated hit movie, "Cars!" The centerpiece for this new themed area will be a recreation of the fictional town of Radiator Springs. A major ride is planed for this area, as well...which is being called a combination of a car-driving ride with an adventure (such as Indiana Jones.) Several other rides will be in this area, as well. Sounds great!
A new ride based on the Toy Story movie & characters has already opened in the Paradise Pier section of the park. (It's the popular new Toy Story Midway Mania ride...and the lines you'll see waiting to ride it will tell you that "it's a hit!") Next up? A new ride based on Disney's "The Little Mermaid" movie! Also coming fairly soon will be a huge nighttime spectacular show on the large lake/lagoon indisde the park. Rhytmic water, beautiful lighting, tons of Disney characters and music will all be a part of the show...and it's surely destined to become a "favorite" at the Anaheim Disney Resort.
One feature that sounds particularly exciting for all ages of guests will be a night-time spectacular show on the scale of Disneyland's Fantasmic. This show will take place on and around Disney California Adventure's large lake. There will be pageantry, beautiful lights, enchanting music, and a plethora of favorite characters. This is certainly going to be a welcome entertainment highlight for the park's guests! End of news!
"A Bug's Land" at Disney's California Adventure
A Bug's Land is a delightful, whimsical children's area within Disneys California Adventure. Children will love the adorable "A Bug's Life" themed rides there---and parents will be able to ride along with the kids, as well.Even if you don't have children, you'll certainly want to check out this area's extremely creative decor. This is possibly the Disney parks' pinnacle of creative movie-to-park adaptations. Go see it!
To get details about adorable, creative themed area, visit the "A Bug's Land" page of this website!
Paradise Pier at Disney's California Adventure
Paradise Pier is "Ride Central" at Disneys California Adventure. This area of the park---honoring the traditional pierside boardwalks of California's coastal towns---has the greatest concentration of rides in the park.Here, you'll find the thrilling California Screamin' roller coaster and the "Maliboomer" free fall rides. Yet, you'll also find the toddler-friendly "Jumpin' Jellyfish" (gentle tower ride) and SS Rustworthy play boat.
Paradise Pier at Disneys California Adventure has "something for everyone." However, do note that the Paradise Pier area is currently under renovation. As mentioned at the top of this page, Disney's California Adventure is undergoing a major overhaul---and many of the changes are occuring in the park's Paradise Pier section. Be aware that there may be detours and/or ride closures in this area while construction is underway.
To discover details about thrilling rides your family will love, visit the "Paradise Pier" page of this site.
Hollywood Pictures Backlot at Disney's California Adventure
Sheer terror lurks in the Hollywood Pictures Backlot section of the Disneys California Adventure. That's where you'll find the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror!The rest of this interesting themed area is gentle as a lamb! You'll definitely want to visit the mini-Broadway-musical version of "Aladdin," which is performed several times per day.
You'll also find other don't-want-to-miss shows, such as the Muppetvision 3D Theater and the Disney Playhouse.
The newest can't-believe-your-eyes show is "Turtle Talk with Crush" in the Animation Building. Crush---the surfer dude turtle from Pixar's animated "Finding Nemo"---is a screen-bound animation like any other. But THIS animation talks to the audience, hears their questions, and responds back again! Dude! Can't miss that!
To find out details on the attractions you'll enjoy in this area of the theme park, please visit the "Hollywood Pictures Backlot" page of this website.
Grizzly Peak Recreation Area at Disney's California Adventure
For some rollicking fun in the outdoors, head to the Grizzly Peak Recreation Area section of Disneys California Adventure.You can board the white-water rafting ride for adventures through turbulent, might-get-you-wet river waters. Or, climb with your kids in a HUGE high-sierras themed play structure--I guarantee they'll zoom right past you as your family navigates the laced-rope walkways. Listen to a live-action show or meet strolling characters from Disney's animated movie, "Brother Bear."
For more info about these great attractions, please view the "Grizzly Peak Recreation Area" page of this site!
Condor Flats at Disney's California Adventure
"Aviator Goofy" often greets young fans in the section of Disneys California Adventure that honors California's pioneering role in the history of aviation---Condor Flats."Soarin' over California" is the showpiece attraction in this section of the park. You won't want to miss this only-of-its-kind attraction that does, indeed, take you soaring over many parts of the Golden State's beautiful scenery.
For the total low-down on Soarin' Over California, visit the "Condor Flats at Disneys California Adventure" page!
Pacific Wharf at Disneys California Adventure
Pacific Wharf" is the dining center of the park, where you'll find several good restaurants to enjoy. Each family member can choose the cuisine he or she desires, as the family will be dining in a centrally located outdoor courtyard.While in Pacific Wharf, take interesting and informative tours of the Boudin Sourdough Bread Factory and the Mission Tortill a Factory. Watch fresh products being made now that you'll eat with your lunch in an hour!
To learn details about what I've mentioned in this paragraph, click here to get to the "Pacific Wharf at Disneys California Adventure" page!
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