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Disneyland Resort and Southern California Escape
Get a peek behind the magic on the 4-day Adventures by Disney Disneyland Resort and Southern California Escape. Take a rare behind-the-scenes tour of The Walt Disney Studios and Disney Archives, plus a private tour of Walt Disney Imagineering. Then, spend several magical, fun-filled days and nights in the Disney theme parks!
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- What steps is Adventures by Disney taking regarding health and safety?
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We've been working to develop health and safety measures after considering guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as well as local and international health authorities. Learn more.
End of content - Do I need vaccines to travel to this destination?
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Please check the Centers for Disease Control website for requirements on vaccinations for travel to this destination.
End of content - How do I book my Adventures by Disney vacation?
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To book your vacation, please call our Reservation Center at (800) 543-0865† and speak with a Vacationista or contact your travel agent.
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If you are outside the U.S., please call (866) 983-7872† and speak with a Vacationista or contact your Travel Agent. - When will I receive my Digital Adventure Handbook?
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You should receive your Digital Adventure Handbook approximately 60 days prior to your departure.
End of content - Which airport do I fly into and out of?
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We will pick you up from John Wayne Airport (SNA) or Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Long Beach Airport (LGB) on your arrival day. Your flight should arrive no later than 1:30 PM. At the end of your adventure, we will transfer you to John Wayne Airport (SNA) or Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Long Beach Airport (LGB) for your flight home; or the Port of San Diego to continue your Disney Cruise Line vacation. You can depart at anytime, however please keep in mind all Guests receive a 4-Day Park Hopper Ticket to Disneyland Resort that expires at the end of the day on your departure day and is not upgradable or transferable.
End of content - Are transfers included if I arrive or depart from different locations or at different times from the itinerary?
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No. Transfers are only included from the specified arrival/departure airports and hotels. Transfers are included from John Wayne Airport (SNA) or Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. On your departure day, transfers are available from Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa to John Wayne Airport (SNA) or Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Long Beach Airport (LGB) or the Port of San Diego.
End of content - How will our group travel between destinations?
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During the adventure, transportation is provided by a private motor coach.
End of content - How strenuous are the activities?
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While this adventure is not considered physically strenuous, most days will include one or more hours of walking. The activities at the Disneyland Resort will require walking and standing in line; however, there are many opportunities to rest. Please be aware, temperatures in Southern California can be very hot in the summer months. During our backstage tour at the Disneyland Resort, there are areas that do not offer a lot of shade and are very hot. Please be sure to pack appropriate clothing and sun protection. While nearly all of the trip's featured activities are gentle if examined separately, the full range of activities requires a moderate amount of stamina in order to get the most of your vacation.
End of content - What ages are appropriate for this adventure?
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While we welcome children ages 5 and up at the time of travel to discover the stories of the world with us, we recommend that children be at least 5 years old at the time of travel on our Disneyland Resort and Southern California Escape. This is based on several factors, such as extended hours of daily activity programming, potential for extreme temperatures in the summer months and amount of physical activity (e.g., walking) involved. Because each child is different, call a Vacationista at (800) 543-0865† to discuss whether this is the right trip for your kids.
End of content - Can I take photographs when we go behind the scenes?
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Photography is restricted during certain parts of the trip. Restrictions on photography include, but are not limited to, the following venues: Walt Disney Imagineering, Walt Disney Studios, Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. Ask your Adventure Guides for opportunities where group photos may be arranged. Please call a Vacationista at (800) 543-0865† for further information.
End of content - What types of meals are served on this Adventures by Disney Trip?
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Typically, breakfast is served each morning in a family style and offers a variety of options. Dinners and lunches usually include fish, meat, and pasta or rice entrées, vegetables along with salad, cheese and desserts and fruit. Some included meals on this trip are served family style while others offer a limited-choice menu. Given the nature of group travel, we regret that á la carte menu choices may not always be available. Child-friendly choices are available at all meals. Menu items are subject to change due to the availability and seasonality of foods. In order to offer you and your family a bit of time to enjoy meals amongst yourselves, there are a few meals that are not included in the itinerary. These meals have been planned in areas where you will have plenty of options available. If you have any questions or concerns about dining at any time during your vacation, your Adventure Guides will be happy to assist you.
End of content - Is alcohol included with meals?
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Alcoholic beverages are typically not included with your scheduled meals. However, you may purchase them at your own expense.
End of content - Can you accommodate special dietary needs?
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Adventures by Disney will make a reasonable effort to accommodate some special dietary needs at no additional charge. Unfortunately, we may not be able to accommodate all special dietary needs requested. Please contact a Vacationista at (800) 543-0865† in advance of your departure to advise us of your needs.
End of content - Is this itinerary appropriate for travelers with special needs?
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Please note that this vacation includes activities that present certain challenges to Guests with special needs. It is strongly recommended that persons requiring assistance be accompanied by a companion who is capable of, and solely responsible for, providing assistance. Neither Adventures by Disney nor its suppliers may physically lift or assist Guests onto transportation vehicles. Contact a Vacationista at (800) 543-0865† to discuss your needs.
End of content - What if Adventures by Disney cancels the adventure prior to departure?
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Please note: In accordance with our response to the COVID-19 virus, Adventures by Disney has updated our cancellation policy.
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We will make every reasonable effort to operate the vacations as advertised; however, we reserve the right to curtail or modify the itinerary, or to substitute activities, hotels, meals or transportation as we deem necessary. We further reserve the right to reduce the number of Adventure Guides to one, and to modify other services to accommodate a smaller group, if a minimum number of Guests is not reached. Similarly, we may marginally exceed the stated group maximum size if necessary to accommodate a family. Please also note that during certain holidays and peak periods, some activities may be disrupted or unavailable. None of these modifications or changes shall affect the land package price. We reserve the right to cancel a trip at any time prior to its commencement for any reason, such as if there are too few Guests, or if the quality of the trip or the safety of the Guests would, in our opinion, be compromised, such as may result from unforeseen circumstances (acts of God) or other circumstances beyond our reasonable control.
If we cancel your trip prior to its commencement because there are too few Guests: (i) we will attempt to re-book you on another departure of the same itinerary, subject to availability, and we will bear any reasonable airline re-booking charges; however, if we are unable to rebook you, we will issue a full refund of your land package price and Plan (unless you have filed a claim); and (ii) if you booked airfare through us, we will issue a full refund of your airfare; and (iii) if you did not book airfare through us, we will reimburse you for your reasonable out-of-pocket (subject to proof) airline cancellation charges or, in the case of bookings using frequent flier miles, a reasonable cancellation service fee, provided you have exercised best efforts to mitigate such charges/fees; and (iv) the aforesaid payments and/or rebooking by us shall constitute a full settlement. - What type of theme park tickets do I receive during this adventure?
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You will receive a 4-Day Park Hopper Ticket. This ticket entitles Guests admittance to both Disneyland Resort theme parks over 4 days, including visits to both theme parks on the same day. This ticket will expire at the end of the day on your departure day and is not upgradable or transferable.
End of content - Is travel insurance available?
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Yes, you can protect your vacation investment by adding the Adventures by Disney Vacation Protection Plan to your reservation.
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Get details about the Adventures by Disney Vacation Protection Plan.
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