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Jul 29, 2013 9:25 PM  Disneyland Talk Land
So I will be taking my mother back to Disneyland next week, for her first time since 1972 (41 years!!!). I want to make this trip as magical as possible for her! We have reservations at Minnie's Breakfast, and will be trying to ride the Lilly Belle and"steer" the Mark Twain. Any other good ideas for someone who hasn't been to the parks in 40 years - essentially a first-timer?? Also she will be in a wheelchair and has a bad neck, what rides experiences do you guys suggest that will be slower but still fun for her? I made her this for her wheelchair since she will be riding a scooter, typing "stroller" was a total blonde moment, but boyfriend thinks it will be funny hehe (mom has a good sense of humor!)

IASW, Great moments with Lincoln and Flag retreat. 😊 - Darlingwendi  897.9 #173 9:27PM
Thank you! I think she would really like Lincoln, and I have never stopped to watch the flag retreat. Will have to this trip! :) - lohofosho  784.5 #201 9:33PM
I'd buy the dessert Package at Fantasmic too. I did that with my 85-year-old grandmother and that was one of my memories from the trip! - Darlingwendi  897.9 #173 9:59PM
*best memories 😊 - Darlingwendi  897.9 #173 10:00PM
Ooh maybe we should. How mic is the package? Is there handicapped viewing for fantasmic? - lohofosho  784.5 #201 10:02PM
I definitely agree with the reserved seating for Fantasmic! It's $60 each, but worth every penny. And I believe that area is accessible as well... And if not, I'm sure they'd find a way to accomodate you - SPandEvLover  3108.2 #36 10:13PM
How does one reserve reserved seating? - lohofosho  784.5 #201 10:43PM
So excited for you and your mom! I'm sure she will thoroughly love it. I have to do the parks from a wheelchair a good portion of the time and I have developed a list of things that are more and less enjoyable from the wheelchair perspective. Is your mom okay with transferring out of the chair for rides? In DLR my favorites for smooth riding and ease of access are: Tiki Room, Jungle Cruise, POTC, Peter Pan's Flight and IASW. In DCA I recommend: Monsters, The Little Mermaid, Toy Story Midway Mania, and Soarin'. A good portion of the rides on this list are wheelchair accessible so your mom would be able to enjoy the ride without needing to get up and down a lot. She would have to transfer for POTC, Peter Pan and of course, Soarin'. Additionally, there is wheelchair access for all of the shows including Aladdin and Mickey and The Magical Map. Feel free to DM me if you have any questions about the park and wheelchair access. Enjoy your visit to the parks with your mom! - makingmemories  311.8 #744 9:53PM
Thank you so much for all your tips! Yes she can transfer, all of those rides sound great for her! It will be a magical mother daughter trip! We're both very excited! Thanks again :D - lohofosho  784.5 #201 10:01PM
The wait times for wheelchairs on POTC and Peter Pan can be quite long during busy times so try to hit these attractions early. The tram for the parking garage can be done with or without transferring also. - MamaRoo  466.4 #401 10:47PM
Good to know! We'll hit those up early. Thanks :) - lohofosho  784.5 #201 10:59PM
If she isn't a fan of waiting in lines, I think it would be smart to get a GAC pass. - BrerRabbit  347.1 #606 8:56AM
I would normally recommend IASW, but my concern with that and Pirates would be with a bad neck and that the boats can bump into each other and often do, at the end of those rides. So keep that in mind. She should be able to do Haunted Mansion, Winnie the Pooh, Tiki room for sure. I think she would really enjoy the atmosphere. Spend some time on Main Street early in the day when it isn't crowded and catch the Dapper Dans in action. The Golden Horseshoe for nostalgia. How about Big Thunder bbQ area for Billy Hill. Lunch or dinner at the Blue Bayou would be great! Especially if she is unable to do the POTC. Be sure to take her in the observation room of Finding Nemo! Mickey and the magical Map show. I think you can have a full wonderful day together even if you don't ride many rides. So much to do and experience! Oh, and don't forget the wonderful Fantasyland rides. And the train around the park! Have fun! - MeridaFan  3439.0 #28 9:21AM
Aladdin show in DCA, - Sleepingbeautysmom  297.2 #835 9:40PM
Yes!!! - MarshaMouse  4073.9 #24 10:05PM
So many awesome shows! We love the Aladdin one, too. - MeridaFan  3439.0 #28 10:50AM
How exciting! I hope she has a great time! My MIL really loved Soarin' Over California along with the attractions Darlingwendi mentioned. And she also really loved the Aladdin show. - BaronessVonShush  120.5 #3057 9:40PM
Pirates of the Caribbean for sure. - missmimi90  1542.8 #87 9:42PM
If she is able to leave her scooter, Soaring Over California is awesome!! It's my mom's favorite! - 2BeignetOrNot2Beignet  949.9 #161 9:44PM
Yes, she can walk just not for very long. She grew up in CA so I think this will certainly be her favorite ride! :D - lohofosho  784.5 #201 9:49PM
I'm sometimes kind of morbid with my thoughts and I always tell my husband that if I were terminal I would want to ride it over and over... It makes me feel so free! - 2BeignetOrNot2Beignet  949.9 #161 10:03PM
Cuuute sign! Also TLM (DCA) and the Storybookland canal boats (DLR) for rides, and the shows (Aladdin, Tangled, BATB, Mickey and the Magical Map) for when it is hot! Animation Academy is also fun and the building itself is great just to sit and watch clips or take the 'stroller' down to the sorcerer's workshop area where Beast's Library is. She will have an awesome time! Oh and Fantasmic and fireworks and WOC! - QueenMiranda  396.3 #505 9:53PM
So much for her to see! I am so excited! I know she will love all the shows and parades. Art of animation is a good tip, thanks! We'll be strolling all over ;) - lohofosho  784.5 #201 10:00PM
Have a great trip! To get into the Wheel House, you have to climb a short ladder. Will she be able to do that? - JenGwen323  1356.9 #101 10:01PM
Oh I didn't know that. I guess we'll have to check it out and see, she might be able to. Thanks. - lohofosho  784.5 #201 10:03PM
Has anyone done the handicapped walk through for Sleeping Beauty's castle? Is it any good watching it virtually? - lohofosho  784.5 #201 10:04PM
We do it quite often. It isn't the same but my mini likes to watch the video and look at the tchotchkes; it is so easy to do (very accessible) and definitely worth popping in. (Prob less than a 5-min stop.) - QueenMiranda  396.3 #505 10:35PM
Thanks! Sounds like it will be worth the stop! :) - lohofosho  784.5 #201 10:37PM
Pirates, Haunted Mansion, Monorail, Billy Hill, Columbia, Small World and any of the Fantasyland rides, Toon Town, Mickey & Magical Map show, Fantasy Faire ... whew, so much to see! - debbiev  873.7 #183 10:04PM
Haha good thing we have 3 whole days :) - lohofosho  784.5 #201 10:12PM
Omg how fun!! Hope it's a magical day!! - MarshaMouse  4073.9 #24 10:06PM
Thanks Marsha :D - lohofosho  784.5 #201 10:12PM
Can she do Soarin? I'd suggest that. - Tom  7473.4 #6 10:18PM
Unless she has a fear of was so real to my Dad, it really freaked him out. I hope she's able to enjoy it...just wanted to through that out :) - MissAmericaSings  357.9 #577 10:23PM
Soo excited for you! I hope you all have a wonderful time! :) - MissAmericaSings  357.9 #577 10:20PM
Wow! Have a great time! Can't wait to see your pics. Maybe take her to blue bayou for dinner? - missariel33  1615.6 #82 10:27PM
Ooooh! I think she would love that! Thanks! :D - lohofosho  784.5 #201 10:29PM
That was gonna be my suggestion as well . Ask for a waterside table , and take your time and enjoy the atmosphere - eviljules  1021.0 #153 10:39PM
What are the dates you'll be going? I hope they coincide with ours so that I can meet you! - SPandEvLover  3108.2 #36 10:34PM
Would love to meet you. We'll be in downtown disney on Sunday (4th) evening, and in the parks Monday (5th) through Wednesday (7th) - lohofosho  784.5 #201 10:36PM
If she likes the finding Nemo sub ride take her to the Marine observation room, it is very nice and air conditioned and hardly anyone in there. Just ask at the disabled section, They will take you right in. - Fairygodmother714-xCM  400.6 #496 10:51PM
I like hanging out at Paradise Pier and feeling the old school carney vibe. The wharf is great too with Ghirardelli's and some margaritas! - LeftyLightning  379.3 #527 5:40AM
Haha I will deff be taking her to cove bar for some nachos and alcohol beverages! - lohofosho  784.5 #201 10:49AM
Do Mickey and the magical map :) it's an awesome show!!! So happy for you and your mom - HakunaMatataJess  18.2 #6790 9:04AM
Definitely Tiki Room with a Dole Whip float. - MoChuck  13.3 #8018 9:11AM
I can't wait to meet you and your momma! - SpiritOfAdventure  1029.3 #149 9:30AM




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