- The rides! The ones that are the same as Disney World, just for the new experience, and the ones that WDW does not have. I especially am interested in the Haunted Mansion, Hyperspace Mountain and Pirates of the Caribbean as I have heard the most on these rides that the Disneyland version is better. But I also can't wait for the Indiana Jones Adventure and the Matterhorn!
Disney's California Adventure! While Disneyland will feel somewhat familiar since it is similar to Magic Kingdom, DCA will be an entire new experience!!! Oh so many new things to try... California Screamin', Mickey's Fun Wheel and the Monster's Inc ride... Not to mention CARS LAND! and Bug's Life Land. And of course, I would have to ride two of my favorites, Soarin' and Tower of Terror!
Night time spectaculars: Paint the Night parade and World of Color. I have only seen videos of Paint the Night parade and it is one of the things I am most excited about! It is just so beautiful! And while I will always love the Main Street Electrical Parade, because it is a classic, I think this parade will be spectacular to behold! Same goes for World of Color!
Also, while we are so close by, I want to visit the Walt Disney Studios. I do not know the details about touring the facility, but it is something I would love to do and will keep my fingers crossed and hope it is a possibility!
I am not sure when my family will make it to California, but I hope it is soon! I just can't wait to experience the original Disneyland!!!