Taking your kids to Disney’s D23 Expo- Our first day





























Yesterday I packed a bag, stroller and costumes and headed to Disney’s D23 expo with the kids. The kids were super excited to head out. I don’t really know what they were expecting but they knew it had to do with Disney and they were beyond excited.

e spent three hours but could have easily spent more. I’m not exaggerating here- The kiddos did not want to leave the main exhibition hall floor. We spent hours walking through the Disney Consumer Product Pavilion and the kids couldn’t get enough!

My daughter fell in love with the Disney Beauty Booth and begged for a makeover. We didn’t have to wait for very long and my princess received the royal treatment. My son, a Toy Story fanatic, could not get enough of the Crayola Animation Booth which featured Andy’s Bedroom from Toy Story. An animator will lead you and your kiddos through a 45 minute lesson on drawing your favorite Disney Characters. We had a blast.

The kiddos loved dancing at Radio Disney’s booth. They were in their own kiddo dance heaven! Fun music played while Radio Disney stuff handed out Disney “swag” to those on the dance floor.

There is also two rooms that every parent of young children should be aware when heading to the expo. First is the Expo’s baby care center located on the second floor and the Baby Einstein Room which is a perfect place to decompress and let the kiddos play and relax. It’s the perfect place to hang out with he kids in between events.

There are plenty of restrooms, bathrooms and even a place to rent strollers, if you don’t feel like bringing yours.Parking is plentiful and $12. I would bring cash for parking and snacks. Better yet, pack some snacks and save some $.

We had an incredible time and I hope you do too! I will be heading back with the kiddos tomorrow afternoon. If you see me, please stop and say hello. Have an incredible time!

Fantasmic Dragon is here and he is AMAZING!




I had the opportunity to catch Fantasmic and the much anticipated new dragon this weekend. Let me just say this- He is absolutely amazing! The crowd went wild with excitement as the dragon made his grand appearance and he did not disappoint. The new dragon who was originally set to appear in the summer nightastic shows has had some pretty major technical difficulties. He is absolutely worth the wait. The addition of the dragon takes Fantasmic to a new dragon. I wanted to include my pictures of the dragon and a video courtesy of the Disneyland Resort.

Catching the Dragon is a great reason to head to Disneyland. You will not be disappointed!

Winner of Roayl Dance party Giveaway

Happy Friday Everyone!
I wish I could have everyone win but unfortunately I can only pick one winner. The winner of the giveaway generated by Random.org is 7- Comment #7 which is

Amy-Sue and Gian Del Bello said…

I have a princess that would love to go to the royal dance…and her queen mother could use some pampering. I enjoy reading your blog with all the fun finds that you have encounterd. Thank you. Amy-Sue

Congratulations Amy Sue- Please email me at mom@daytrippingmom.com With your full name and princess name 🙂

Thanks for participating and stay tune for a fun giveaway starting next week!