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Disneyland - Services Available and More Tips

Here are some tips and facts on the facilities and services available at Disneyland:

Foreign currency exchange: Since people from other countries visit Disneyland too, there is a foreign currency exchange facility available at Disneyland. This service can be accessed at City hall in Disneyland Park or at the front desks of the hotels in the Disneyland Resort.
Pet facility: You also have a day kennel facility available at Disneyland. There is no need for reserving the kennel, just come and use it. However, this is a day kennel and you cannot leave your pets there for the night. Another important fact to note is that Disneyland Resort hotels don’t allow pets. So, if you plan to stay overnight in a Disneyland Resort hotel, do not bring along your pets with you.
Special diets: Disneyland resort restaurants serve vegetarian food and also cater to special diet needs for Disneyland resort guests. However, it’s recommended that you check this out directly with the Disneyland resort before you travel. In case they express their inability to arrange for the diet you are after, you might need to carry food with you.
Shopping at Disneyland: There are a number of shops all over the Disneyland. A lot of people would find it quite inconvenient to shop while they still have attractions to visit.
However, there is a wonderful service that you can avail of at Disneyland. This service is
called “Package check service”. With this service you can buy stuff and get it delivered
directly at your hotel (if your hotel is in Disneyland resort) or collect it from the Newsstand
at Disneyland Park before you leave Disneyland.
Parking: There is ample day parking available at the theme parks and the hotels of
Disneyland resort. You can find more information about parking through the Disneyland
website.
Closed attractions: The attractions might be closed due to a number of reasons e.g.
refurbishment, maintenance etc. Sometimes a number of attractions might be closed at the same time. Hence, it’s prudent to check this out (through calendar on the Disneyland
website) before you book your Disneyland trip. The calendar will also indicate special events planned for various days.

Pack Your Suitcase

When packing for your Disney vacation, you need to keep in mind that there are some things that you can take with you and some things that you need to leave at home. Due to terrorism, airport security has gotten much tighter and there are a few things that you need to consider before packing for your trip.

Most people do not think anything of taking bottled water with them on the airplane, but you may want to reconsider this. Any substance in an open bottle raises the suspicions of airport officials. They will most likely delay you at the security checkpoint and you may not be allowed to take it on the plane until you drink it in front of the guards. Sometimes they still will not allow you to take it on the plane.

Food is not something that security officials are usually concerned with. If you have blood sugar problems or need to eat small meals frequently, then you can take some high-protein snacks in little bags to keep you feeling good.

Wet wipes are great for many different purposes when traveling, from wiping dirty hands to wiping a sweaty face. They are also handy to carry in your purse or bag and you can find them in individual packets, larger boxes, and in tubs. They are not just for baby bottoms anymore!

Find a secure way to carry your money, credit card(s), passport, and other things you need. Many people wear money belts under their shirt or money-necklaces, but the money-necklaces may make you look like you have a large growth on your chest. Fanny packs are a great option, but they are bulkier than the money belt.

If you are going to be gone for longer than a week, then you will want to purchase some postcard stamps before you go. This way you can send family and friends notes much cheaper than using a regular stamp.

Plastic grocery bags are some great tools to use as a dirty laundry bag or to keep dirty or wet shoes quarantined from your clean clothes. These bags are easy to pack and do not take up much room!

Delays should be expected if you are flying to your destination. Take a few DVD's with you to pass the time. Many airports have DVD players that you can rent and you can catch up on the top movies while you wait!

A small first aid kit is a great thing to pack in your purse or carry-on bag, but if you want to take a sewing kit, then you need to put it in your checked baggage. Anything that is sharp can be confiscated by airport security and this includes a seemingly innocuous sewing needle.

If you want to check your makeup or hair, then a compact is a great thing to put in your purse or carry-on. You can also use it if you get something in your eye and you will not have to search for a restroom.

Following these tips can make your trip much more enjoyable and less stressful. Living in a post-9/11 world has caused us to have to make several sacrifices, but if you plan ahead, you will be prepared for anything! Have a good trip!

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