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On this page we are going to keep track of themepark miles that we walk, some distances between places, and distances traveled by others.

Geek Disneyland Trips
Date
Miles
Steps
Hours
Details
12/23/10 N/A N/A 9.5 Started off this holiday afternoon heading for DCA to check out the latest constrtuction. Wandered around the entrance plaza, the Sunshine Plaza and then roamed through Condor Flats and around GRR. Grabbed a Fasptass for the 9:15pm World of Color show and continued on to the Pier. Walked by the Wharf on the Parade route then stopped by the Blue Sky Cellar to get some shots of Cars Land before going back through the Wharf. The Disney Channel Rocks show was just starting so hung out to watch some of it before heading to the far side of the Pier for a ride on the Fun Wheel. It was about a 30 minute wait. After the Fun Wheel walked up by the Swings then finished the loop of the Pier by walking by the Mermaid work. Next stop Bugs Land and strolled past Tower of Terror and through the Backlot on my way over to Disneyland. Walked down the middle of Main Street since the curbs and sidewalks were full with guests waiting for the parade. Decided to hike out to Haunted Mansion Holiday to grab a Fastpass and then walked along the Rivers of America and through Frontierland and the Castle on my way to Small World. Got stuck in the parade traffic and it took over 10 minutes to get from Storybookland to Small World. We were stopped dead several times as guests were not listening to the crowd control CMs at all. Managed to enter the Small World queue just as Santa was passing. Ended up with only a 5 minute wait. After Small World walked through Toontown, grabbed a Fastpass for Roger Rabbit and then walked back through Fantasyland to check out the Village Haus which just reopened. Continued on to the Big Thunder Ranch and then around to Frontierland. Strolled through the Hub and into Tomorrowland to see what was going on. Decided to take advantage of the dinning discount so grabbed a bite to eat at the Tomorrowland Terrace. After dinner headed back to Frontierland to catch the 4:30 Billys show then it was off to Main Street for the Tree Lighting, some pictures, and the 5:30 Christmas Fantasy Parade. After the parade pushed through the crowd and out to Haunted Mansion to use my Fastpass. Then hiked around the Rivers of America, through the Castle and Fantasyland on my way out to Toontown to use my Roger Rabbit fastpass. Then it was off to Plaza Gardens to catch the 7:00pm set of Elvis (Scot Bruce). At 7:30 was in the hub for the Wintertime Enchantment event then back to Plaza Gardens for the 8:00pm Elvis set. Worked my way down Main Street around 8:30 to find a spot for the 8:40 Believe in Holiday Magic. As White Christmas was wrapping up I beelined over to DCA to use my World of Color Fastpass. Arrived in an OK spot in the Red Section as the 5 minute announcement was playing. Watched the show and then joined the masses heading for the trams. Made it back to the garage and car to head home and call it a day.

No pedometer stats this week since I goofed and forgot to reset the clock so at 9pm it reset my stats since that was midnight in Orlando (the partial stats were 2,203 steps, 1,848 moderate steps, 15 minutes, 0.8 miles from 9:00pm till I left).
12/04/10 9.7 25,721 14 Arrived at the resort about 7am and stopped by McDs for breakfast since the park did not open till 8am. Then some of the group took the car to the garage and the rest of us walked over to pick up tickets for those that did not have annual passes. Some of the group headed right into the park at 8am and out to grab Fastpasses for Indy, the rest of us waited for the tickets and then entered, closer to 8:20ish. Wander down Main Street and verred into Adventureland. We strolled out toward Haunted Mansion Holiday and realized it was closed, so made a u-turn and walked along the Rivers of America toward Big Thunder, struck out again with it being down already. So doubled back again and walked on Pirates. After Pirates those that had Indy Fastpasses used them and the rest of us went to see if Huanted Mansion was up yet, it was not, so walked through Adventureland and over to Tomorrowland to get Space Mountain Fastpasses for the gang then back to Adventureland to meet up with everyone when they exited Indy. We had a little time to kill so walked over to Buzz and waited about 5 minutes to ride. Then it was pushing 9:30 and time to head over to DCA. Walked through Condor Flats and most of the group went on Soarin. I kept going and got in line for World of Color Fastpasses then joined the herd assembling for the brisk walk out to the Pier at 10am when the park officially opened. At the rope drop followed the masses out to the Pier. Was going to get a Screamin Fastpass but it was down/not opened yet so carried on and got in line for Toy Story. The group rejoined me in line and we waited about 20 minutes. After Toy Story strolled around the Pier, some stopped for the Swings, I went on the Zephyr then found a spot to watch the Disney Channel Rocks show. After the show made a second loop of the Pier and went on the Fun Wheel (about a 20 minute wait). Finished the loop of the Pier and headed or the Wharf. Some waited for lunch at the Wharf Cafe and others hiked over to Taste Pilots, stopped at the Blue Sky Cellar along the way and back (which we did before they even ordered at the Wharf). After lunch it was back to Disneyland. Walked down Main Street right before the parade and into Adventureland. Hiked out to Haunted Mansion to grab a Fastpass and then checked on the line for Big Thunder, too long, so headed over to Tomorrowland to use the Space Mountain Fastpasses. After their ride took the Disneyland Railroad back to NOS to use the Haunted Mansion Fastpasses (had a little time so took a quick walk out to Critter Country). After our ride walked along the Rivers of America. Grabbed Fastpasses for Big Thunder and then strolled around the Big Thunder trail and into Fantasyland. Continued out to Small World, which had too long of a wait so ended up in Toontown. Walked around a bit then back through Fantasyland and the Castle to Main Street. Decided to wait for the parade to end then they did some shopping and I made my way down to find a spot for the Candlelight around 4pm. Watched the 5:30 Candlelight and then some used their Fastpasses for Big Thunder and we grabbed some corn dogs at the Stage Door Cafe and met the rest of the group at the Plaza Inn. After dinner they wanted to do some more shopping then we wandered over to DCA. Walked down the Backlot and did a tour of ElecTRONica before making our way around the Sunshine Plaza, through Condor Flats and out to Pier to queue up for World of Color. After World of Color walked down the parade route and out of the park. They ran into World of Disney and then we boarded the tram to head to the garage, car, and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 18,963 steps, 167 minutes.
11/24/10 11.0 29,156 9 Started off this crisp day heading to DCA. Wandered out to the Pier to see what was going on and made my way around to the Fun Wheel for the spin to look at the Construction. Next up a walk up on the Swings platform to look at the dining area and then finished my loop of the Pier. Walked by GRR on my way over to Disneyland. Wanted to take the train to NOS but it was temporarily closed, so walked down Main Street and through Adventureland on my way to NOS to grab a Fastpass for Haunted Mansion. Swung by Critter Country to see this years decorations. Made my way back through the crowd and around the Rivers of America. Stopped by the Big Thunder Ranch to see what was going on at the round-up and then continued on to the Small World mall as the parade was making its way down the route. The line for Small World was still longer than my patience so visited Toontown for a couple minutes then doubled back to see if the train was running yet, it was not, and Small World was still too long of a line so walked back to the parade crossing near Alice and waited to be let across. Made my way around the Matterhorn and into Tomorrowland. I wanted to go for a ride on the Monorail, but it was closed due to them adding a train (or at least that is what the CM said). Hung around a few minutes and with no signs of activity decided to head to NOS. Walked through Tomorrowland and then was trapped until the parade finished. Walked through Frontierland and then spent some time in NOS checking out the Christmas decorations. Stopped to see the Pirate band and then the Jumbalaya Jazz band on the stage at Cafe Orleans (guess due to the crowd). Grabbed another Fastpass for Haunted Mansion Made the circle and then headed for Main Street and back to DCA. Walked down the Backlot and through the recently re-opened walkway to Tower of Terror and on to Bugs Land. Stopped by the Blue Sky Cellar and then walked around the Sunshine Plaza a bit. Walked back down the parade route and through the Wharf area and then the Bay Area and around GRR on my way over to the Grand Californian. Spent some time in the lobby before heading across the street to the Disneyland Hotel. Made my way back to the parks via Downtown Disney and headed for DCA. Stopped to see the Pixar Play Parade since the crowd was thin and then ate dinner at Taste Pilots before checking out ElecTRONica. Found out the performance times for the evening and then decided to catch the last Aladdin of the day. After the show wandered back through ElecTRONica and headed for Disneyland. Made it down Main Street right as the 7:30 Wintertime Enchantment (snow event) was about to start so watched from near the Hub. After the moment it was out to NOS to use the Haunted Mansion Fastpasses and then back to DCA to catch the 8:30 performance of the visiting dance group. After their performance wander out to the Pier and made my way around toward the Swings. Watched World of Color from under the swings and then hopped on the swings while the WoC crowd dispersed. After my ride headed for the Grand CA exit, cut through Downtown Disney, and walked back to the garage to call it a night.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 23,015 steps, 209 minutes.
11/19/10 7.2 19,060 8 Started off this gloomy Friday afternoon at DCA. Wandered down the parade route and out to the Pier. Passed an empty Duffy queue and Santa on my way around toward the Fun Wheel. Waited about 15 minutes and went for a spin on the Fun Wheel, then walked onto the Silly Symphony Swings as well as the Zephyr as I made my way around the Pier. Walked back past the Wharf and into Bugs Land. Made the u-turn since the section of road leading to the Backlot is still closed off and strolled over to Disneyland. Worked my way up Main Street through the crowds waiting for the 2:30 parade and verred into Adventureland. Hiked out to Haunted Mansion to grab some Fastpasses and then stopped to catch a ride on the train.. no sight of one so gave up and decided to hike out to Small World. Walked through Frontierland, past Plaza Gardens and through the Castle on my way. Made it out to Small World as the parade was going on and walked right on. After the cruise took a quick peek into Toontown and then walked back through Fantasyland, through the hub and over to Frontierland. Decided to go get another round of Fastpasses for Haunted Mansion and then made it back just as the Billys were starting their set. After the Billys Christmas Spectacular made my way back to Plaza Gardens to see what was going on with the the Yamaha concert series. Made a quick trip over to Tomorrowland to grab Fastpasses for Buzz and then doubled back to watch some of the concert. Just before 4:30 made my way down Main Street for the Flag Retreat and then found a spot near the hub for the Tree lighting at 5:00. Grabbed another Fastpass for Buzz and then watched a bit more of the concert at Plaza Gardens before making my way up to the Trian Station for the 5:30 parade. After the parade waited a while for the crowd to clear and then walked down Main Street and into Tomorrowland. Some grabbed dinner at Plaza Inn and others Tomorrowland Terrace. After dinner headed out to Small World Holiday for those that missed it earlier, about a 10 minute wait only. After Small World made my way through Fantasyland, around the Big Thunder Trail and out to New Orleans Square to use the Haunted Mansion Fastpasses. Then made our way through the crowds toward Main Street. Some decided to use the Buzz Fastpasses and others headed for the street to find a place for Believe in Holiday Magic. The full group assembled by the halfway point of the show. After the show it started to drizzle so we headed for the tram, garage, cars, and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 13,237 steps, 117 minutes.
11/12/10 5.6 14,835 8 I arrived at the parks a bit later than usual and headed for Disneyland. Spent some time on Main Street taking pictures of some of the Christmas decorations as well as the characters out in the their holiday gear. Continued on down Main Street and around the hub then verred into Frontierland. Made my way out to the ranch to check out the Santa Reindeer Roundup then conintued on through Fantasyland and out to Small World. The line was well over an hour so found a spot to watch the 2:30 parade. The spot ended up not being that good so watched the first units go by then strolled out to Toontown made the circle then walked back along the parade for a while and then through Fantasyland and the Castle to return to Main Street. Walked down the street next to the parade and made it to the Fire Station about the time the lead float was making it past the Christmas tree. This area was much more open so found a good spot to take some pictures and watched from there. After the parade headed over to DCA. Walked around the Sunshine Plaza and then down the parade route, by the Blue Sky Cellar and the Wharf area on my way out to the Pier. Strolled around the Pier and stopped for a ride on the Fun Wheel (about a 25 min wait) then continued on to the Swings area for some shots of the dining area work before making my way over to the Little Mermaid work. Walked through the Bay area and around GRR as I headed for the park exit. Made my way back to Disneyland and out to Small World, by way of Tomorrowland and around the Matterhorn, for the official lighting ceremony. Watched the ceremonial flipping of the switch and then the parade from near Small World. After the parade pushed through the crowd to get in front of the Castle for the wintertime enchantment (which runs at 5:15, 6:30 and 7:30 this year I believe). Decided to make a quick run over to DCA to check out the Tron lightcycle that was on display before returning to Disneyland for a late dinner at the Tomorrowland Terrace, while the Rumble Kings played. After dinner headed for Main Street and found a spot in the hub to watch Believe in Holiday Magic. Then waded through the masses and headed into Frontierland to find a spot for Fantasmic. After the show joined the herd heading for the park exit, trams, garage, car, and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 10,591 steps, 93 minutes.
11/05/10 8.9 23,508 10 Started off this picture perfect Southern California afternoon at the Disneyland Resort being directed to the Chip and Dale level of the parking structure for some reason. Walked over to the tram stop and took the tram to the Esplanade. First stop of the Afternoon was DCA. Took some pictures of the partially removed entrance mural then moved on to the Sunshine Plaza to see if I could get some shots of the HSM3 on the Electronica stage. I waited around a good 10 minutes after the posted start time and no luck so decided to continue on. Walked through Condor Flats and around to GRR to grab a Fastpass for World of Color. Ended up with Blue for the 10:15 show. Passed the Little Mermaid construction and headed out to the Pier. Toy Story was under a 20 minute wait so went for a spin. Once back walked onto the Fun Wheel then continued around past the Swings, Jellyfish, and Zephyr. Stopped by the Blue Sky Cellar to see if there was anything new (just a picture) then headed for the Backlot to catch the Disney Dance Crew show. After the show took some pictures of the area and then doubled back to Fliks to see that side of the construction and their Christmas decorations. Next up over to Disneyland. Wandered down Main Street USA and around the Hub. Strolled through the Castle and Fantaslyand, around the Big Thunder Trail and into Frontierland. Noticed Pirates was a rare mid-afternoon walk on so went for a ride and then spent some time in New Orleans Square. Haunted Mansion was a 5-10 minute wait so went for a ride there too. Headed out to Critter Country to see what was going on then back to NOS to hop on the train to Toontown. Circled Toontown then walked down the Small World Mall and around the Matterhorn to Tomorrowland. Took the Monorail out to DD to check out the Disneyland Hotel progress and then strolled through DD. Stopped by the Jazz Kitchen Express since some of the group was hungry then spent some time in the DD stores on the way back to DCA. Watched a little of the Pixar Play Parade then decided I would grab a burger at Taste Pilots. Walked around GRR and back out to the Pier. The park was much more crowded this time around. Spent some time relaxing under the Swings and then made my way back to the Sunshine Plaza to watch the 6:40 ElecTRONica show and transition to the Backlot, making another pass through Bugsland on the way. Wandered around the Backlot and Electronica and caught the 7:40 Laserman show. After the show walked down the Parade route and spent some time out on the Pier. Decided to try and find a spot for the 9:00pm World of Color, and ended up near the Zephyr. After the show got in line for the 10:15 using my Fastpass and watched that show from the bridge area. After World of Color joined the masses exiting the park and headed for the tram, garage, and car to head home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 18,091 steps, 153 minutes.
10/23/10 7.4 19,633 8 Started off this potentially dreary day being directed to the CM lot on the North/East side of the parking structure and then to a spot on the far side, nearest Ball road. So I had a good hike to the tram stop. Took the tram the parks and headed to DCA first. Made my way down the Backlot and to the stage about a minute or two before showtime for the new Disney Dance Crew show that premiered a few days ago. After the show made my way over to Taste Pilots for a late lunch then met up with the Lazygeeks family and they stopped by Greetings from California to get an Annual Pass picture taken. Then we strolled through Condor Flats, around to GRR and grabbed World of Color Fastpasses and then continued on to the Pier.Walked by Duffys Meet and Greet and then around to the Fun Wheel. Went for a spin, which had a good 30 min wait.. others in the party made it in Screamin in less time. Walked by the former site of the Maliboomer, stopped by the Swings exit for some pictures then went for a spin on the Zephyr. Finished the Pier loop and strolled down the parade route toward the park exit. Made our way over to Disneyland and wandered down Main Street, around the Hub, and into Fantasyland. Stopped by the Ranch to check out the latest round of pumpkins then walked by Haunted Mansion to check the return times (too late for us, it was 11pm), so walked back through NOS and Frontierland on our way out to Small World for a ride and then Toontown. Some went on the Go Coaster and others headed to Tomorrowland to catch Elvis (Scot Bruce). After the set rejoined the group at Taste Pilots for dinner. After eating time to visit ElecTRONica. Spent some time roaming around and some did a double ride on Monsters since there was no line. Wandered through Flynns and ended up watching the film clip in the Muppets Theater. Walked down the parade route and saw (well mostly listened to) the finale to World of Color while debating whether to stay for the 10:15 show. Talked to someone who saw the 9:00pm show and they said nothing new so decided to catch some of the Disneyland fireworks and head for the car and drive home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 13,454 steps, 121 minutes.
10/08/10 7.8 20,799 8.5 Started off this great afternoon heading for DCA to check out the latest construction. Wandered through the Sunshine Plaza and then Condor Flats on my way to the GRR Fastpass machines to get one for World of Color (Got Red for the 10:15pm show). Continued on to the Pier. Made my way around to the Fun Wheel which was being worked on so continued on toward the Maliboomer and dining area work, then noticed the Fun Wheel testing so doubled back and managed to make it onto the first non swinging car when they re-opened. After my spin continued around to the Zephyr for a whirl then on to the Blue Sky Cellar to see if there was anything new. Walked back into Bugsland and then headed for the Backlot. Made the loop and spent some time checking out the elecTRONica setup before going over to Disneyland. Managed to arrive right as the Street Party was making its way onto Main Street (somehow I manage to do that all the time). Walked through the shops, checking out the recently re -opened Disney Clothiers on the way. Walked around the Hub, through the Adventureland archway and turned into Frontierland. Made my way to the Mark Twain dock and waited for the Twain to arrive. After my voyage around the Rivers of America walked around the Big Thunder trail stopping to check out the latest pumpkin carvings at the Ranch. Wandered around Fantasyland and made my way out to Toontown to check out the latest work. Walked back down the parade route to finish my Main Street shots now that the parade had gone then headed for Tomorrowland. The plan was to take the Monorail out to the Disneyland Hotel but of course it was down when I made it out there so I doubled back to Main Street and walked through Downtown Disney. Took my pictures of the Hotel work then walked back through Downtown Disney and into DCA again. Stopped to eat at Taste Pilots then made a quick circle out toward the Pier and around by GRR and back to the Sunshine Plaza to watch the kickoff to ElecTRONica. Hung out to watch the second show then made my way to the Backlot to experience ElecTRONica. Walked down the street and out to Flynns Arcade (the old Hollywood and Dine) then spent some time milling around. Saw the laserman show on the backlot stage then watched the preview that was screening in the Muppets theater. Spent some more time roaming around and stopped by the second laserman show and the arcade again before heading over to catch the end of the 9:00 World of Color show to see if they added anything (they did not). Decided to call it a night and joined the masses heading for the exit. Made my way to the tram, car, and then home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 14,058 steps, 124 minutes.
09/26/10 3.6 9,605 3 Started off the morning a bit later and pulled into the Mickey and Friends Garage about 8:15ish. Took the tram to the park and got in line to head into the park about 8:45am. The gates opened and 9am and we headed down Main Street. Walked through the Castle and into Fantasyland. Since the lines were short, except for Peter Pan, we walked on Mr. Toad, then Alice, followed by Dumbo and Snow White. Wandered through the Castle and into Frontierland. Walked along the Rivers then through New Orleans Square and Adventureland on my way back to Main Street. It was almost 10am so headed for DCA. Arrived just as the rope was dropping. Wandered out through Bugs Land to the Tower of Terror area then back through the Wharf and out to the Pier. Went for a ride on the Fun Wheel and then completed the loop of the Pier. Decided it was getting warm so grabbed a hot dog on the way out then headed for the tram, car, and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 7,899 steps, 67 minutes.
09/25/10 4.7 12,651 N/A Started the morning off heading for the garage around 7:15. Was parked around 7:30 and hiked over to the Disneyland Hotel to get in line. During the lunch break took the monorail to Disneyland and grabbed some lunch at the Stage Door Cafe then walked back to the Disneyland Hotel. Took some construction shots and then went inside for the afternoon session. For the dinner break wandered down to DCA and grabbed a quick bite at Taste Pilots before spending some time wandering around the Backlot area. Then headed back for the hotel and the final sessions of the Destination D event. After the last panel hiked back to the garage and car to call it a day.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 10,514 steps, 92 minutes.
09/24/10 N/A N/A N/A First a note.. I goofed and forgot to record the pedometer readings.. so no stats from today.

Started off heading for the parks around 7:00am. Arrived at the Mickey and Friends garage around 7:15ish and found out it did not open till 8:00am, so I had quite a while to sit and wait. Parked and joined a decent crowd walking over to the Disneyland Hotel for the Destination D event. Hopped in line and walked into the Grand Ballroom. At the lunch break I walked into the Mousketeer signing room and decided instead to head to Disneyland, via the monorail, for a quick lunch. Grabbed a corn dog then walked back to the Disneyland hotel. For the dinner break wandered through Downtown Disney and into DCA. Ate at Taste Pilots then made my way our to the Pier. Walked by Mermaid, over to the new dining area work and then around to the Fun Wheel for a quick ride. Finished my loop of the Pier and then walked through the Grand Californian and Downtown Disney on my way back to the Disneyland Hotel for the evening concert. After the concert walked back to the garage and car to call it a night.
09/23/10 3.3 8,761 2.5 Walked over to the Disneyland Hotel and checked into Destination D outside the Grand Ballroom and spent some time walking around the merchandise display area before heading over to Disneyland via the Monorail. Wandered out to Toontown then through Fantasyland, around the Big Thunder trail and over to the Haunted Mansion. Walked on the Mansion then Pirates before finding our way back to Main Street. Worked my way down the street, made a quick stop at DCA to get a couple shots of the new wall near the entrance before strolling through Downtown Disney on the way back to the car to call it an early night since the next two days will be filled with D23 activities.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 6,202 steps, 53 minutes.
09/17/10 11.7 31,141 9.5 Started off this mild afternoon heading for Disneyland. Wandered around Main Street USA taking in the Halloween decorations and made my way to the hub. Walked through Adventureland and out to New Orleans Square to grab a Fastpass for Haunted Mansion and see about riding. Return time was 6:40pm already (it was about 1:45) and the line was 45 minutes. Took my Fastpass then walked along the Rivers of America and out to the Big Thunder Ranch to check out the Halloween overlay. Continued on through Fantasyland, stopped by the Small World Mall to check out the Villians photo area then continued around the Matterhorn and into Tomorrowland. Made my way back to Main Street and headed for DCA. Frist stop a loop of the Backlot then out to Fliks before circling the Pier. Stopped to ride the Fun Wheel and the Zephyr as I made my way around. Walked by GRR and back to Disneyland. Headed out to NOS again to check the line for HM, about the same, so headed for the Monorail and a quick trip out to the Disneyland Hotel to check on its progress. Walked the grounds and strolled across the street to the Grand Californian and back to Disneyland for the Flag Retreet. After the retreat it was over to DCA for the Pixar Play Parade followed by another pass at the Pier (the Fun Wheel line was longer than my patience so kept on walking). Roamed around the park a bit and then back to Disneyland. Decided to take the train to NOS around 6:15ish and we were held in the station due to a problem with Pirates. Decided to walk instead. Used my Fastpass for HM and then headed back to Main Street.Walked through Downtown Disney and then headed for DCA and dinner at Award Wieners. Cut through Greetings From California on my way back to Disneyland. Headed for Tomorrowland to check out Ghost Galaxy projections (looked about the same) and then over to NOS to check out HM, 50 min wait, so watched Fantasmic instead. Hopped on the train to Toontown and watched most of Remember from in front of Small World. Walked back through Tomorrowland one more time on the way out and strolled through Downtown Disney on the way back to the garage to call it a night.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 24,582 steps, 217 minutes.
09/10/10 8.1 21,482 10 Started off this cool summer day heading to DCA to check out all the construction that has started. Quite a bit of the park is now behind walls with more to come in the near future if the rumors hold true. Wander down the Backlot and around the Red Car walls first. Made the circle and then headed down the parade route to the walls that now surround the Farm and mark the boundary of where Cars Land will eventually be. Walked the wall and into Bugs Land on my way over to see the other side of the Red Car walls near Tower. Walked back around the Cars walls and out toward the Pier. Strolled past Screamin, the closed Toy Story attraction and got in line for the Fun Wheel (20 minutes). Went for a spin to get shots from the air and then walked past the walls that stretched from Maliboomer around to MM. Wanted to ride the Zephyr but it was closed due to the winds so walked on by the Little Mermaid and then around GRR and through Condor Flats to get back to the entrance. Decided to hike out to the Disneyland Hotel to see if anything interesting was visible and then doubled back through Downtown Disney to get into line to pick up my passes to the Verizon/Viatamin Water World of Color event. After waiting in that line headed for Disneyland. Took a peak into the Cinema and then caught the Flag Retreat on Main Street. Wandered down Main Street, around the hub and through the Castle to Fantasyland. Walked by Alice and then around the Matterhorn and into Tomorrowland. Completed the loop by stopping at the Plaza Inn so some of the group could eat. Then walked through Adventureland and out to NOS to check out the HM transformation. On the way back stopped by the Golden Horseshoe to watch the Billys then continued on around the Big Thunder Trail and into Fantasyland. Due to upcoming parade had to hike around the Matterhorn and Tomorrowland again to get to Main Street. Spent some time going through the Main Street stores and caught the Street Party from Town Square. Relaxed on Main Street for a while then met the rest of the group to get wristbands for the evening and then dinner at Taste Pilots. After dinner wandered around DCA a bit, stopped by the Blue Sky Cellar and got in line for the World of Color. Found a great spot for the show on a nearly empty bridge. After the show headed out to the Pier and party. Did a pass through the party and hopped in line for our snack and beverage before heading for the exit to call it a night. Took the tram back to the garage and was pulling out around midnight (which got me home way past my bedtime after the long drive!).

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 15,527 steps, 140 minutes.
08/27/10 7.1 18,766 8.5 Started off this mild summer afternoon heading for DCA. Walked down the Backlot, around the new wall then through Condor Flats, around GRR and out to the Pier. Strolled past Screamin (which had no line) and out to the Fun Wheel, which was about a 15 min wait. Went for my spin and then continued on past Maliboomer, the SS Rustowrthy area and back past the Little Mermaid. Walked through the Wharf and the Farm area on my way to Bugs Land and the Tower of Terror area to check out the other side of the construction (and the bottleneck near the Hyperion). Then headed for Disneyland. Roamed down Main Street USA and around the Hub on my way into Tomorrowland. Grabbed a Fastpass for Buzz then walked by Nemo and the Matterhorn on my way to Fantasyland. Walked through Fantasyland, around the Big Thunder Trail, and the Rivers of America. Noticed the Haunted Mansion was a walk on so visited the happy haunts before hopping on the train. Took that around to Tomorrowland. Noticed the Street Party was still going on and Captain EO was just letting out so stopped to watch the film, then used my Buzz Fastpass before heading back through the hub and into Frontierland. Stopped by the Golden Horseshoe to watch the Billys and then wandered down Main Street to watch the Flag Retreat. After the ceremony headed for DCA and dinner at Taste Pilots. After dinner Strolled around the Pier, stopped by the Blue Sky Cellar and then made my way over to the Hyperion to watch Aladdin. After the show spent some time in Sunshine Plaza checking out the new version of Glow Fest then it was back to Disneyland. Walked through Adventureland and out to NOS. Pirates was a walk on so went for a cruise and exited right as Fantasmic was starting so I found a spot along the Rivers to watch. After the show waded through the masses to get to Main Street. Made it to a decent spot right after the intro to Magical. After Magical headed for the tram, car, and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 14,102 steps, 125 minutes.
08/20/10 10.5 28,889 10.5 Started off this summer afternoon with a decent parking spot and not a long tram ride. First park of the day was DCA. Walked in and strolled down the Backlot and to the new connector with Bugs Land. Took my fill of pictures and continued on through Bugs and out to the Pier, by way of the parade route. Walked past Ariels and Screamin (which was down) on my way to the Fun Wheel. Went for a spin since it was only a 15 minute wait or so. Once back on the ground continued on past the Maliboomer and Pizza Mow Mow. Stopped at the SS Rustworthy to see if I could get any interesting shots then over to the Zephyr for the same reason. Finished my loop of the Pier and walked by GRR (still doing Fastpasses for the 11:15pm show and it was after 2pm). Walked through the Grand CA and across the street to the Disneyland Hotel to check out the work on the Wonder Tower. The walls were still going up around the construction site for the new pool. Worked my way around and through the lobby then turned around and headed for the Monorail and Disneyland. Wandered around Matterhorn and out to Toontown, made the circle then back through Fantasyland and around the Big Thunder trail and the Rivers of America. There was no line for Haunted Mansion so visited with the 999 happy haunts. Continued on through NOS and Adventureland as I reached the hub. I had some free time so decided to hike out on Harbor to see what I could see of Radiator Springs from there (the answer is not too much yet). Once back in the park had half an hour till the Flag Retreat so paid a visit to Mr. Lincoln then watched the retreat. Headed back up Main Street and into Frontierland to catch the last performance of the Billies for the evening. After the Billies headed back to DCA and out to the Pier. They were setting up for World of COlor, but nothing else interesting so walked around GRR (which was down) and then back down the Backlot (caught a little of the Glow Fest in the Sunshine Plaza along the way). Hung out in the Animation Building for a loop through the clips then spent some more time at the new transistion to Bugs Land. Walked by the Blue Sky Cellar and then back to the Plaza to watch the Glow Fest transition to the Backlot, grabbed a late dinner (for me) at where else, Taste Pilots, then wandered out to check out the transition after dark (by way of Glow Fest). Walked through the Farm area and was met with the exit crowd from World of Color so joined the masses and headed for the park exit. Did one of the guest relations survey (no interesting questions) and then headed back to Disneyland as the Magical Crowd was leaving. Made my way up Main Street and around the Castle to check out the Alice line, way tooo long, so opted for Snow White to see the improvements. After the ride walked around the Castle and Plaza Gardens, through Frontierland and circled around to Adventureland. Hopped on the Jungle Cruise (what should have been a 5-10 min wait was closer to 15-20 due to the limited boats. After the cruise headed for the exit and strolled back to the garage avoiding the trams to head for home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 24,030 steps, 204 minutes.
08/13/10 7.5 19,804 10 Started off this relaxing trip to the parks heading for DCA. Walked through Condor Flats, around GRR, and out to the Pier. Strolled past Ariels and Toy Story on my way to the Fun Wheel. Waited about 20 minutes for my spin and took a bunch of pictures before spending some time in the Maliboomer area since it only has a few weeks left, then continued on past Burger Invasion and MM on my way to the Zephyr. Went for a spin and headed for the Wharf and onto the Farm Area. Spent some time taking pictures of the area since the Farms days are numbered too. Circled Bugsland before venturing down the Backlot. Finished my grand circle tour of DCA and headed for Disneyland. Walked down the middle of Main Street, around the Hub, and through the Castle to enter Fantasyland. Walked out to Toontown then doubled back and stopped at Small World to avoid the Street Party crowd. After my cruise circled the Matterhorn and walked through Tomorrowland on my way back to the Castle to watch the College Band set. After their castle show walked back around Alice and then to Town Square for the Flag Retreat. Time for dinner at Taste Pilots then out to the Pier for another loop. Finished that circle and wandered back to Disneyland. Pushed through the parade crowd and through the castle to get to Fantasyland. Headed West and walked the Big Thunder Trail and around the Rivers of America. Doubled back to Plaza Gardens to catch the 7pm College Band set there. After the set roamed over to Tomorrowland where Stellar was performing, then returned to Plaza Gardens for the 8pm set. Cut out of the set a little early and headed for the Rivers of America to watch Fantasmic. Got sidetracked into Pirates since there was no line and just barely made it to the Rivers edge before show time. After Fantasmic waded through the masses and found a spot for Magical (missed just the opening number) from Main Street. Then headed down to Town Square to catch the last performance of the 2010 All American College Band. They performed an encore at 10:15 in front of the train station. After the show headed for the tram, car, and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 14,676 steps, 130 minutes.
07/30/10 8.4 22,295 9 Started off this last minute trip to the parks with a fairly bad parking spot (I was about 5 cars from the far corner of the garage.. only a two-tenths of a mile walk to the escalators and that was cutting through on an angle!). Hopped on a tram and walked into DCA. Strolled past Soarin and around to GRR on my way to the Pier. Took some pictures of the Little Mermaid progress and then went for a spin on the Zephyr. Worked my way around past the swings and out to the Fun Wheel, the line was long but decided to wait anyways (about 25 minutes). Then finished my loop of the Pier and walked through the Wharf, farm and circled Bugsland. Next strolled down the backlot and took a look at the new rails/concrete in front of Tower before heading over to Disneyland. Once in Disneyland strolled down Main Street USA and verred into Tomorrowland. Grabbed a Fastpass for Buzz and then stopped by Captain EO. After the show walked by Nemo and the Matterhorn on my way to Fantasyland. Walked by Alice to see if anything was visible (not really) then continued on through Fantasyland, around the Big Thunder trail and into NOS. Walked around the Rivers of America and out to Critter Country. Then hiked back through NOS and Adventureland on my way to Main Street to catch the All American College Band in front of the Castle. After their set headed back to DCA and grabbed dinner out at the Farmers Market and ate on the Wharf. After dinner strolled around the Pier and watched some of the Pixar Play Parade from near the start. After the parade hopped on the Fun Wheel again since the line was only about 5 minutes or so. Made my way back to the Sunshine Plaza and watched a little of the Glow Fest kickoff before heading over to Disneyland. Arrived just as the Street Party was heading to its second stop. I cut through the stores on Main Street and into Tomorrowland. Used my Buzz Fastpass and then headed for Plaza Gardens to catch the College Band at the Swing Party. After their set walked through Frontierland and then Adventureland. Ended up cutting through the hub and over to Tomorrowland to watch a little of the 80z All Starz at the Tomorrowland Terrace before going back to DCA. Roamed down the Backlot to see if I could get some better shots of the new rail work then wandered back to the Sunshine Plaza to catch the transition of Glow Fest to the Backlot. Spent a little bit of time on the Backlot during Glow Fest then headed out to the Pier for World of Color. Hiked all the way around and made it over to near the Zephyr about 5 minutes before show time. Watched the opening sequence from there and then made my way around the Bay as the show was going on testing the view as I went along. After the show headed for the park exit, tram, car, and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 17,665 steps, 154 minutes.
07/23/10 8.9 23,652 9 Started off this comfortable summer afternoon with a decent parking spot in the garage and a slow tram ride to the parks. Strolled into DCA first and walked through Condor Flats and around GRR to reach the Pier. High School Musical was being performed on the Palisades Stage (the one in the new Paradise Park) today, so caught a little of the show before continuing on past the Zephyr and Swings on my way to the Fun Wheel. The line was way too long (almost all the way up the exit) so I kept on walking around the Pier and then through the Wharf and farm area on my way into Bugsland. Made the circle there and then decided to head to Downtown Disney to check out the Action Sports demos. Walked through them and then out to the Disneyland Hotel to see how the rennovation is moving along. Wandered around the grounds for a while then doubled back to Downtown Disney and hopped on the monorail. Was ushered into the rear cab, a lucky feat, and headed for Disneyland. Walked around the Matterhorn and through Fantasyland and the Big Thunder Trail on my way to NOS. Walked through NOS, checking out the longer than I had patience for lines for Pirates, the Railroad, and Haunted Mansion so I walked back through Adventureland to Main Street. Spent some time visiting the shops and then went in to see Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln. After the show made my way back up Main Street and into Frontierland to watch the Billys. After their set wandered around the Castle, Fatnasyland and the into Tomorrowland by way of the walkway near the subs/Matterhorn due to the Street Partty going on. Spent some time in Tomorrowland before heading back to the Castle to catch the 4:20 set of the College Band. After their set some of our group wanted chicken from the Plaza Inn so we stopped then caught the 5:10 Flag Retreat before going back to DCA and Taste Pilots for the rest of the groups dinner. After eating walked out to the Pier and went for a spin on the Fun Wheel (about a 15 min wait). Once back on the ground finished the loop of the Pier and headed for Disneyland and the 7:00pm College Band set at Plaza Gardens. After their set wandered back to DCA, walked through Bugsland again and then out to the Pier to find a spot for World of Color. Watched the show from the backside and then joined the masses heading for the exit as the Disneyland fireworks were going off. Had no real probablems getting onto a tram and headed for the car and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 18,859 steps, 168 minutes.
07/17/10 7.1 18,775 14.5 We arrived at the Mickey and Friends garage just after 7:30am and were lucky enough to make it in the first row on Daisy. Hoppped on a tram and headed for the parks. Arrived at Disneyland right about 8am when it opened. Once we stepped onto Main Street we were greeted by quite a few CMs lining the street and high fiving/I mean fouring you. We made our way down to the AP processing center because one of the retiredgeeks passes had a problem and needed to get fixed (when they upgraded to their Premiere passes there names/pictures got switched). After that 20 minute delay we strolled into Fantasyland. Went on Dumbo with no wait at all and caught Pinochio too before heading over to DCA. Lined up just before 9am and was about a dozen people back in our line. They let us in at 9:30 to get World of Color Fastpasses (got the blue section for the 9pm show) and then waited for the rope drop in the Bay Area. At 10am when the park opened followed the masses out to the Pier and went for a spin on Toy Story then the Fun Wheel. The swings were down so skipped them and went on the Zephyr. Wandered down the parade route and did a quick tour of the Backlot before heading over to Taste Pilots for lunch (it was just after 11am). After our quick lunch it was back to Disneyland and time to find a spot for the redidcation ceremony that started at noon. It was 11:30 and finding a good spot was a challenge due to the large crowd already gathered. Watched the ceremony from near the flag pole and then wandered down Main Street. Found a shady spot for a few minutes then queued up to for the 1:30 College Band reunion show around 1:00pm. After the show made our way Down Main Street and stopped by the Cinema to check out the new footage (which was great!) and get some A/C. Next up a 2:30 march down Main Street by the College Band and the reunion band. After their march had the opportunity to talk to some members of the groups in Toontown. After talking with them made our way down to Town Square for the 4:15 Happy Birthday moment. Which also included a finale marked with a large dance number that featured tons of characters and a lot of cast members. After this hung around Main Street for the 5:10 Flag Retreat and then wandered down the street to Plaza Inn for dinner. After dinner caught a couple of the College Band stops for the pre-parade and the Voluntears Cavalcade before making our way over to DCA. Watched some of Glow Fest and then walked through Bugs Land (went for a spin on Fliks Flyers) before heading out to the Pier to queue up for World of Color. Joined the mass waiting to get into the viewing around just after 7:00pm. At 7:30 they let us in and found a decent spot for the show. Camped out for the next 90 minutes waiting... watched the show and then headed for the tram, car, and home (after a brief peek into Glow Fest on the way out).

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 14,635 steps, 129 minutes.
07/02/10 8.0 21,260 9.5 Started this great summer afternoon parking in the garage and heading to the parks via the tram. Arrived at the Esplanade and entered DCA first. Wandered through Condor Flats and around GRR on my way to Paradise Park. Took some pictures of the Little Mermaid progress (quite a bit in only a week) and then went for a spin on the Zephyr since it was actually running. Walked around MM and past Burger Invasion, the Pizza place, and the Swings on my way toward the Fun Wheel. Went for a spin and then continued on around the Pier. Walked through the Wharf area and did a circle through Fliks before going over to Disneyland. Strolled down Main Street and around the hub. Walked into Tomorrowland and hopped on the Monorail for a quick round trip ride. Then doubled back to Plaza Gardens to see if the College Band was performing, they were not (seems this year Friday has a new schedule). Since Next strolled into Adventureland and through New Orleans Square. Stopped by the Haunted Mansion since it looked to be a near walk on (due to a temporary closure it was about a 10 minute delay), and then walked out to Critter Country. Walked on Pooh (the Country Bear heads are still inside) and doubled back along the Rivers of America and into Frontierland. Watched the Billys and then continued on around the Big Thunder trail and through Fantasyland on my way to Toontown. Circled Toontown and then stopped by the Princess Faire for the Coronation Ceremony. Walked back to the Castle to catch the College Band and then over to Tomorrowland to visit Innoventions. Checked out the new Honda exhibits and headed for Town Square to see the Flag Retreat. After the ceremony it was over ot DCA and dinner at (you guessed it) Taste Pilots. Strolled out to the Pier by way of GRR after dinner. Walked around checking out the Little Mermaid building a bit and then some fountain testing for World of Color before going back to Disneyland. Stopped by the Opera House to watch Great Moments with Mr Lincoln. Exited the show right into the Street Party, so hung out near the flag pole and watched the party then made my way over to Tomorrowland to catch the kick off of the evenings festivities at the Tommorrowland Terrace. Left part way into the first song and headed for Plaza Gardens to listen to the Jump, Jive, Boogie Swing Party featuring the College Band this evening. After their set made my way down Main Street and over to DCA. Wandered down the Backlot and around near the Hyperion. Stopped at the Animation Building and then walked back to the Sun Plaza to watch the Glow Fest transition to the Backlot. Spent some time roaming around Glow Fest and then headed back to Disneyland to find a spot for the fireworks. Watched the Fourth of July show and then headed for the tram, car, and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 14,905 steps, 129 minutes.
06/25/10 6.1 16,236 6 Started off this abreviated trip to the Disneyland Resort arriving later than usual. First stop was DCA. We wandered out to the Pier and around to the Fun Wheel. Went for a spin and then finished the loop of the Pier and headed by GRR. They were still distributing Fastpasses for World of Color so grabbed one then continued on to Disneyland. Arrived on Main Street a couple of minutes before the Flag Retreat for found a spot and watched the ceremony. Afterwards wandered down Main Street. Stopped by the Plaza Inn and some of the group ate some chicken. I continued on to Tomorrowland, grabbed a Fastpass for Buzz and then walked around the Tomorrowland Terrace since it has finally reopened. Then strolled by the Sub Lagoon/Matterhorn on my way to Fantasyland. Walked by the Castle, Plaza Gardens, and into Frontierland. Circled around by Pirates and then through Adventureland to get back to Main Street. Waited around a bit to see if the College Band was doing the pre-parade, we never saw them, but did catch the Muppets (the Volunteers Cavalcade) before going back to DCA. I grabbed a burger from Taste Pilots the we watched a little of the Glow Fest show to see how it is evolving before heading down the backlot. We did a double dose of Monsters Inc (the Lazygeeks son loves the ride) before heading out to the Pier to find a spot for World of Color. This time we watched from near the Jumpin Jellyfish. After the show joined the masses and walked down the parade route to the exit. Hopped on a tram and hiked to the car before heading home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 11,910 steps, 105 minutes.
06/18/10 8.1 21,494 9 Started off this great summer afternoon parked on the roof of the Mickey and Friends garage in the far corner. Hiked to the tram stop and walked right onto a tram (then had to wait for a good 5 minutes for some reason). Finally arrived at the parks and headed for DCA. Wandered through Condor Flats and over to GRR to see about a Fastpass for World of Color. Took one which ended up being for the third show of the evening. Continued on out to the Pier and took a look a the Little Mermaid construction then headed up past Ariels and the new Photo Op location. Worked our way around past Toy Story and ended up going on the Fun Wheel. Went for a spin and then continued on around the Pier. Reached the Zephyr and as is the norm for me it was closed so kept on walked and headed down the Parade route and toward Disneyland. Roamed down Main Street and noticed a sign near Carnation that looked familiar. Went over to investigate and the College Band was going to be performing. Listened to their set at Carnation and then headed for Tomorrowland. Walked around the Terrace and then the Matterhorn on my way to Toontown. Made the circle then came back through Fantasyland, around the Big Thunder trail and along the Rivers of America. Turned at Pirates and walked through Adventureland and over to Plaza in to meet up with some of my group that was grabbing a bite to each. After they finished eating wandered around the Hub and the Castle area (walked through the Castle) and then watched the 4:20 College Band set. Had 20 minutes or so walked briskly out to Downtown Disney to check out the new RideMakerz store then back to catch the 5:10 Flat Retreat featuring the College Band. After the ceremony walked over to DCA and grabbed some dinner for myself at Taste Pilots. After eating had some time to kill so stopped by the Blue Sky Cellar then headed back to the Sunshine Plaza to watch the kickoff to Glow Fest. At 7:00pm walked back to Disneyland to watch the last College Band set of the evening at the Train Station. After the set it was back to DCA to watch the transition of Glow Fest to the Backlot at 8:15. Then headed out to the Pier to find a spot for World of Color. Ended up hiking all the way around to the new swings area and found a spot in the second row to stand there. Watched the Carnival of Color followed by the World of Color from there. Then joined the masses exiting Paradise Park and headed for the Sunshine Plaza. Turned down the backlot and made a loop of the area to check out the Glow Fest area after dark. Then headed for the trams. Made it to the Golden Gate bridge just as the Magical Finale was going off. Hiked out to the trams and saw nothing was moving so continued on to the car by foot and then headed for home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 16,485 steps, 143 minutes.
06/11/10 9.9 26,176 15.5 Started off the morning with a 6am wake up call. Packed up our bags and dropped them off in the car, checked out of the hotel and was on my way to DCA by 6:30. Checked in at the Esplanade and made my way out to the Blue Sky Cellar to check out the new exhibits. Had a private tour (since no other crazy people were there yet) and then made my way out to the Pier for breakfast. After breakfast made my way around to GRR whcih already had guests in the area (it was about 8am) getting Fastpasses for World of Color. I made my way to the park entrance and got my annual pass scanned and then doubled back to the GRR to grab a Fastpass for the show then I made my way back out to the Pier and hung out at the Swings for a while. At 9am they had a brief ceremony for cast members to celebrate the official grand opening of the swings. After the ceremony made my way around past the Blue Sky cellar again and ran into the wall of guests waiting to enter the park. Hung out for 10 minutes or so to wait for the park opening and to let the mass run by before heading for the backlot and the Whats Next Presentation. After the presentation decided to grab some lunch at Taste Pilots and at this point the Retired Geek headed to Plaza Inn to get lunch and I walked around the Esplanade and Downtown Disney to get some pictures of the other baseball Mickeys then around teh Disneyland Hotel for a while. Stopped by the car to get warmer clothes for the evening then hopped on the monorail. We wandered around Tomorrowland a bit then hopped on train Main Street. Ended up back at DCA and slowly made my way back out to the Fun Wheel for a spin today. Finished the loop of the Pier and headed for the backlot. Did the circle then wandered over to Disneyland and out to Frontierland. Hung around there a while then near the castle. The Street Party showed up so I walked into Fantasyland and around the Big Thunder Trail and Rivers of America on my way to Critter Country. Paused there for a while then made my way back around to the Golden Horseshoe. Watched some of the Billys then headed down Main Street for the Flag Retreat. After the ceremony grabbed a corn dog before returning to DCA. Walked by the Blue Sky Cellar and caught the end of the Pixar Play Parade from there. Strolled through the Wharf and out to the Pier to check out the crowds before heading back to the Sunshine Plaza to catch the kick off of the Glow Fest at 6:15.. The show ended up being cancelled so watch them set up for the 8:15 show and made a loop of the backlot before heading out to find our spot for World of Color. Headed into the viewing area around 7:15 and found our spot for the show. At 8:30 there was a 15 preshow called the Carnival of Color and then at 9:00pm watched the World of Color. After the show followed the masses down the trail by GRR and we turned into the hotel. Walked out to the car while watching Magical and then headed for home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 19,457 steps, 173 minutes.
06/10/10 N/A N/A 12 Started off this trip to the Disneyland Resort a little different. Drove past the Mickey and Friends Garage and headed for the Grand Californian. Drove up to the front and headed inside to check in. After checking in moved the car across the street to the self parking (decided against valet). Then we headed for the parks. Walked through the gate at the Grand Californian and into DCA (they were checking for room keys today). Strolled by GRR and out to the Pier. Took some pictures of the set up for the Premiere and continued on around the Pier. Made out way to the Fun Wheel and went for a spin (only a couple gondola wait). Finished the loop of the Pier and tried to go on the Zephyr, made it into the seat and then they closed because of the wind. Walked through the Wharf and farm areas on my way to the Backlot to check out the Glow Fest set up. Made a loop of the Backlot then headed for Disneyland. Stopped by the Gallery then roamed down the street. Ended up in Frontierland and taking the Mark Twain on a round trip voyage of the Rivers of America. Once back on the main land decided to head back to the hotel to see what was going on with our room, we had not recieved a call and it was after 3pm now. They said our room was not ready but instead got us another one. So we went and grabbed the bags from the car and headed to the room to relax for an hour or so before we had to check in for the red (I mean blue) carpet. Checked in a little after 4 and then had plenty of time to sit and wait as people did not start arriving till closer to 6pm. About 8ish we were moved over to Paradise Park and found a spot for the cermony and show. About 10 minutes to 9 the presentation started with a video introduction then some comments from Mickey and the Disney brass. Then just after 9pm some fireworks marked the start of the show and the World of Color started. Watched the show and then made my way around to check my camera (they told me no cameras at the after party) and then around to the party which was taking place on the far side of the Pier (from the Swings around to Screamin). Made my way through the food areas and took in some of the sights. Once we made it over to Toy Story and saw there was no line at all went for a spin. Then grabbed some more food and chatted with some friends before going for a spin on the Fun Wheel. Wandered around a bit and Toy Story called us again (hard to pass up a walk on). Then made our way back through the Pier talking with some other friends and guests. Ended up over near the Swings and decided to go for a spin since I had not yet. They started closing the attractions around 11:30 so I said my goodbyes and headed back to get my camera. Wandered through an empty DCA and toward the hotel. Made my way back to the room and crashed for the night (of course after taking some more pictures).

There are no pedometer stats for the day since the system resets at midnight and I did not get the data written down in time
05/28/10 7.8 20,799 9 Started off this great afternoon heading for the parks from the Mickey and Friends garage. I thought I was in for a very busy day as I was on the roof of the garage when I arrived. Took the tram to the parks and headed for DCA first. Walked around the Sunshine Plaza, and took a peek down the backlot to check out the street with no walls on it. Then walked down the parade route, through the Wharf area and out to the Pier. Wandered through Paradise Park, around the Zephyr (which was not running due to the winds) then spent some time walking around the newly opened swings. Continued around to the Fun Wheel, went for a spin after a 20 min wait. Then went on Toy Story (about 25 min wait). Finished the loop of the Pier and walked around the Mermaid building a bit then went over to the Blue Sky Cellar. Walked down the backlot and circled aroundby Monsters. Decided it was time to go to Disneyland. First stop the new exhibit in the Gallery. Took a bunch of pictures and relaxed in there for a while before finding my way down Main Street and into Fantasyland. Stopped by the new Candy store then walked around the Big Thunder Trail, stopping to take some pictures at the BBQ area. The Columbia was running, so managed to get on one of the last cruises of the day. Once back on land walked through NOS, stopping at the newly reopened Jewel of Orleans store. Walked back through Adventureland and over to the Tomorrowland to grab Fastpasses for Buzz, along the way met up with the Lazygeeks family. Then we headed out to Toontown. Spent some time in Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and even Goofys house before turning our sights on dinner. We headed for DCA and grabbed a bite at Taste Pilots. Then walked down the backlot and went for a ride on Monsters Inc. After Monsters it was out to the Pier. The Zephyr was still closed, so went for a ride on the Jellyfish (the Lazygeeks son is just barely 40 inches so he was able to ride). He was afraid of the swings so we kept going (he will be three in July). Went on Toy Story again, this time a solid 40 minute wait. Then King Tritons before deciding to go back to Disneyland to use the Buzz Fastpasses. Caught some of the Elvis set before hiking over to NOS to catch Fantasmic. After the show walked aggressively to Main Street to catch Magical from there before heading back to the tram, car, and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 14,753 steps, 130 minutes.
05/21/10 9.6 25,522 8.5 Started off this great Friday afternoon hiking to the parks from the Mickey and Friends garage. The tram line looked to be a two tram wait and there were no trams in site. Entered Disneyland and roamed down Main Street USA and verred into Frontierland. Walked along the Rivers of America and out to Critter Country, turned around and walked through New Orleans Square and back to the riverboat landing to wait for the Mark Twain. Went on the round trip voyage and then wandered around the Big Thunder Trail, Ranch, into Fantasyland and around the Matterhorn. Grabbed a Fastpass for Buzz then headed over to DCA. Walked down the Parade route and out to the Pier. Walked by Ariels, Screamin, Toy Story, and hopped on the Fun Wheel since it was only a 5 min wait. Once back on the ground continued on to the SS Rustworthy for some shots of the Swings and then finished the loop of the Pier and walked by GRR, the Redwood Creek area, and through Condor Flats. Walked down the Backlot, past Monsters, near Tower, then stopped by the Animation Building. Ended up back in the Sunshine Plaza in time for the celebrity chef of the day. Watched some of his presentation then headed back to Disneyland. Walked down Main Street, past the Street Party, and into Adventureland. Took a raft out to Tom Sawyer Island and did a loop of the Island to see if there was anything new. Once back on the main land walked down Main Street and caught the Flag Retreat before going back to DCA and grabbing dinner at Taste Pilots. After dinner walked around GRR and out to the Pier. Ended up on the Fun Wheel again since there was no line at all. Continued on around the Pier and watched the end of the Pixar Play Parade then hopped on the Zephyr. Walked through Paradise Park and over to the Blue Sky Cellar then into Bugsland. Walked out of the area and through the Wharf, around GRR, and through Condor Flats on my way back to Disneyland. Walked through the Street Party again (great timing today..) and through Frontierland and around the Castle. Ended up in Tomorrowland so caught a little of the Reunion set before walked out to Toontown. Made the circle there and hopped on the train. Took it around to New Orleans Square and disembarked. Jumped on the Mark Twain for a twilight cruise before heading back to DCA to see if there was any interesting World of Color testing going on, there was not. The park closed at 9 and I left shortly after. Decided to take the tram back to the garage and watch the fireworks from there before heading home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 19,555 steps, 168 minutes.
05/07/10 10.8 28,670 9 Started off this perfect Southern California day parking in the garage and hopping a tram to the parks entrance. Headed for Disneyland first and went for a ride on the Disneyland Railroad out to Toontown. Strolled down the Small World Mall and around the Matterhorn on my way to Tomorrowland. Cut through the Tomorrowland Terrace and around to Buzz to pick up a Fastpass then walked through the Pixie Hollow garden and the Castle to reach Fantasyland. Continued on through Fantasyland and around the Big Thunder Trail to the Rivers of America. Spent some time taking in the River sites now that most of the walls are down. Walked along the River all the way out to Critter Country then doubled back through New Orleans Square and over the Pirates bridge into Adventureland. Ended up back on Main Street, stopped by Plaza Gardens to see who was performing then made my way back to Tomorrowland to grab another Fastpass for Buzz. Wandered down Main Street and headed over to DCA. Stopped by the demonstration tent and then headed up the parade route and out to the Pier. Walked through Paradise Park and went for a spin on the Zephyr. Continued around stopping at the SS Rustworthy then for a ride on the Fun Wheel. Finished my loop of the Pier walking by Screamin and then strolled around GRR and into Condor Flats. Headed down the Backlot and walked by Monsters, stopped by the Festival Center, and then over by Tower of Terror before turning up Hollywood Blvd and stopping at the Animation Building and Off the Page. Walked over to the Blue Sky Cellar next to check out the countdown to World of Color then back to the main demonstration tent to see the celebrity chef of the day. Watched for a while then walked through Condor Flats, saw aviator Minnie, and then headed for the Grand Californian. Walked through the Hotel and then across the street and around the Disneyland Hotel for a while. After taking my pictures hopped on the Monorail back to Disneyland. Grabbed a Fastpass for Autopia, checked out the new Captain EO merchandise and then made my way to Frontierland to watch the Billys. After the show headed down Main Street and back over to DCA. Walked out to Paradise Park and found a great spot (with not many people around) to watch the Pixar Play Parade. After the parade walked around the Pier and saw there was no line at all for the Fun Wheel so went for a second spin of the day. Finished the Pier loop and hung out for a bit in the Park before wandered around GRR again and through Condor Flats to the entrance to meet up with the Lazygeek and his son. Then we all headed to Taste Pilots for dinner. After dinner we headed out to the Pier and walked through the park and out to Toy Story to check out the line, too long, so they went for a ride on King Tritons. Then we continued on around the Pier and over to Bugsland. Walked on all four attractions in less than 20 minutes total before heading back to Disneyland. Made our way through the gathering crowds and visited Buzz to use the Fastpasses. The fireworks were going off by this time so we waded through the masses and headed for the exit. Made it to the turn stylees just as the finale was going off. Bypassed the trams since it looked to be a mess and hiked back to the garage, car, and headed home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 22,766 steps, 196 minutes.
04/23/10 8.5 22,546 9 Started off this cool spring day hopping on a tram and heading toward the parks. First stop DCA. Wandered down the parade route and out to the Pier. Walked around to the Fun Wheel hoping for a ride, but the line was almost to the ramp and thus almost 40 minutes probably so I kept walking around. Stopped at the SS Rustworthy for some shots and made my way around to the Zephyr, which was closed due to winds. Continued on through Paradise Park and then the Wharf and Farm areas on my way to Fliks. Made the circle there and then headed for entrance plaza. Stopped by to watch the celebrity chef of the day, Jeffrey Saad. Then I headed down the backlot to see what was going on. There was a choir competition on the stage and some new walls near Tower of Terror. I turned around and headed back toward the entrance and then over to Disneyland. Hopped on the train and took it around to Toontown where I disembarked and hiked up the hill to Toontown to see if there was anything new there, made the circle and then headed back through Fantasyland, around the Big Thunder trail and the Rivers of America on my way out to Critter Country. Doubled back to Frontierland and stopped to watch the Billys at the Golden Horseshoe. After the show I headed for the Tree House for some more pictures of the Rivers and then wandered through Adventureland and back to Main Street. Ended up heading back to DCA and caught a little of another culinary demonstration by Jonathan Rollo then strolled through Condor Flats and saw pilot Goofy out for some pictures. Decided to head back down the Backlot and saw Chef Goofy out working with the Jr Chefs, so I stopped to watch that show. Afterwards it was back to the Sunshine Plaza to Jammin Chefs - Whats Cooking show before heading to Taste Pilots for dinner. After dinner walked through Condor Flats, around GRR and out to the Pier. Made my way around to the Fun Wheel which had maybe a 10 minute wait so I lined up and went for a spin. Then made my way around to Paradise Park and over to the Blue Sky Cellar. Nothing new so continued on and headed for Disneyland. Decoded to stop and see the Volunteer Cavalcade before heading to Tomorrowland. Stopped by Captain EO and then roamed out to the Matterhorn where they were cycling some sleds, including the new one. Continued around the Matterhorn and into Fantasyland. Walked around the Castle and into Frontierland. Ended up circling around to Adventureland and then heading back to DCA. Made my way out to the Pier. The Zephyr was running again so went for a spin. Then hung out in Paradise Park to see if they were going to do any World of Color testing.. they really did not so I made another loop of the Pier and then headed for the Backlot. Took some pictures just as the park was closing. Decided to head for the tram and Parking structure and watch the fireworks from there. After the show it was time to head home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 17,898 steps, 153 minutes.
04/16/10 8.5 22,492 9.5 Started off this perfect Southern California day (around 70 with not even a hint of a cloud in the sky) hopping on a tram from the Mickey and Friends garage and heading for DCA. Walked through the Sunshine Plaza and down the old parade route taking in the sites, sounds, and smells of the Food and Wine Festival that opened today. Made my way out to Paradise Park and made a pass through the park taking some pictures and enjoying the area. Circled back toward the Piers entrance bridge and headed over past Screamin (15 min wait) and Toy Story(30 min wait) on my way to the Fun Wheel (10 min wait for non swinging). Went for a spin around Mickey to get pictures of the Little Mermaid, Cars Land, and the Swings. After my trip I wandered over to the SS Rustworthy to get some more Swing shots then continued on to the Zephyr (which was closed due to winds). I walked through the Park again and then around the Mermaid site before heading through the farm area and into Bugsland. I was expecting to see the walkway closed but it was open so headed through to to the Tower of Terror area which has most of the walls down for the moment (more coming any day now). Took some pictures of the area and worked my way over to Hollywood Blvd which has most of the walls down (just a small area is walled off near Playhouse Disney where the temporary sidewalk was). Took some more pictures then headed into the Festival Showcase (the old Hollywood and Dine building). Spent some time there and then made my way up the backlot and back to the Sunshine Plaza to see what was going on. Continued on out to the Blue Sky Cellar then caught a bit of the High School Musical show in its new location near the wharf. Made my way back to the Festival Showplace to see one of the sessions, this happened to be J Vineyards and Winery. Watched a little of it then headed back to Sunshine Plaza to catch some of the Guy Feri (the celebrity chef of the day) presentation as well as the Jr Chefs activities. After getting a sample of the presentation I headed across the Esplanade to Disneyland. Hopped on the train and took it around to Toontown. I disembarked and made my way to the Matterhorn to see if I could get a glimpse of the new sled, then walked through Fantasyland, around the Big Thunder trail and the Rivers of America and out to Critter Country. Took some River work shots then doubled back through New Orleans Square and hike through the Treehouse for some more pictures. Finished my Disneyland circled by walking through Adventureland and then down Main Street USA. Caught the end of the Flag Retreat then headed back to DCA. Caught a new performing group called the Jammin Chefs and then headed for Taste Pilots and dinner. After dinner walked through Sunshine Plaza and out to the Wharf. Walked through their and back to the Paradise Park to see what was going on. They were setting up for some World of Color testing. Made my way over to the Zephyr for a spin then spent some time in the park before decided to hike out to Downtown Disney by way of the Grand Californian. Circled Downtown Disney and headed back for DCA through the main entrance. Walked down the backlot and made my way around to the Pier again. Spent quite a bit of time just hanging out in the park and talking to some friends while watching the World of Color set up and testing. Once it got dark I made a loop through the masses waiting for the Electrical Parade and out to the backlot again to check out the lights in action. Took some pictures then back to the Pier where I found some other friends to chat with. We watched the World of Color testing, the Electrical Parade, and the Disneyland fireworks all from the new park before I joined the masses and headed for the exit (around GRR, through Condor Flats, then out). Hopped on a tram (got to ride in one with the doors finally) and then headed for the car and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 15,765 steps, 137 minutes.
04/09/10 10.0 26,574 11.5 Started off this great spring day with a long line of cars to get into the garage. It seemed too many people showed up around the same time and caused the entrance line to back up to Ball Road. After parking (took about 30 minutes) we walked over to the parks since the tram line looked to be about a 2 tram wait at 2 load stations. We first headed for DCA and strolled along the parade route and out to the Bay Area. Took a look at the new steel that is up for the Little Mermaid and listened to the new background music a bit then wandered around the Bay taking pictures of the World of Color progress before ending up at the Fun Wheel. Waited about 30 minutes to go on the non swinging cars so I could get pictures of Cars Land and the other projects from the air. Continued on around the Bay stopping at the SS Rustworthy to get some shots of the swings and then near the Zephyr which has reopened. Due to winds it was closed, so carried on. Walked around GRR and into Condor Flats. Grabbed lunch at Taste Pilots and then walked down the Backlot circled around to the stage to catch a little of the Drawn to the Magic show then went back up the street and headed for Disneyland. Entered the park and hopped on the train. Took it around to Tomorrowland and grabbed some Fastpasses for the Autopia. Walked through Tomorrowland and the hub on my way to Frontierland (stopped by Plaza Gardens to see who was performing there too). Walked along the Rivers of America work and out to Critter Country. Cut through the Hungry Bear and then doubled back to Adventureland. Walked through the Tree House and then we headed back to Main Street. Decided to go back to DCA and visited the Blue Sky Cellar and then out to the Pier again to see if the Zephyr was running, it was not. Spent some time hanging out and watch the work then circled back through Bugsland and then through the Backlot as we headed back to Disneyland. The Street Party was coming down the street so vs fighting the crowd we watched that then hung around Town Square for the Flag Retreat. Afterwards made our way down the street and into Tomorrowland to grab Fastpasses for Buzz then use our Autopia ones. We headed back to DCA at this point and some of the group headed to the Redwood Creek area and I waited for the Lazygeek to arrive and we headed down the backlot so he could take a picture for us of the Red Car Work, then we walked through Bugsland and the Wharf and did a quite stop at the Bay before joining everyone in the play area. We headed back to the Farm/Wharf area for dinner then made one last stop at the Bay to check out some of the World of Color testing before returning to Disneyland to use our Fastpasses for Buzz. Afterwards we caught some of an Elvis set at the Tomorrowland Terrace before heading back to Main Street and making our way through the masses that had gathered for Remember. We made it out of the park and onto a tram right as the fireworks were starting. Headed back to the garage and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 18,716 steps, 167 minutes.
03/11/10 4.9 12,982 3.5 Started off walking to McDs for breakfast then over to Disneyland. Wandered around Main Street as they were setting up for the Sherman Brothers event and then headed through Frontierland and over to the New Orleans Square train depot. Hopped on board and rode to Toontown. Walked down the parade route all the way to Town Square then headed to DCA. Made our way over to the near GRR a few minutes before the rope drop then joined the masses heading for Toy Story. Went for a spin, set the high score for the day (does not mean much since there were only a hunred of so people in front of me and it was probably gone within the hour but it was nice to see). After Toy Story walked onto the Fun Wheel and then finished the loop of the Pier and headed for Disneyland to catch the Sherman Brothers window unveiling on Main Street. After the ceremony hung around Main Street for a while then headed out of the park, grabbed a quick lunch at McDs and headed for the car and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 10,307 steps, 89 minutes.
03/11/10 4.9 12,982 3.5 Started off walking to McDs for breakfast then over to Disneyland. Wandered around Main Street as they were setting up for the Sherman Brothers event and then headed through Frontierland and over to the New Orleans Square train depot. Hopped on board and rode to Toontown. Walked down the parade route all the way to Town Square then headed to DCA. Made our way over to the near GRR a few minutes before the rope drop then joined the masses heading for Toy Story. Went for a spin, set the high score for the day (does not mean much since there were only a hunred of so people in front of me and it was probably gone within the hour but it was nice to see). After Toy Story walked onto the Fun Wheel and then finished the loop of the Pier and headed for Disneyland to catch the Sherman Brothers window unveiling on Main Street. After the ceremony hung around Main Street for a while then headed out of the park, grabbed a quick lunch at McDs and headed for the car and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 10,307 steps, 89 minutes.
03/10/10 - D23 Event N/A N/A 2.5 The check in was in the Esplanade and then everyone queued up to head in on the far left (West) entrance turnstyles. We were let in about 15 minutes before the events start time and everyone made their way down to the hub in front of the Castle which had a D23 banner on it. An announcement was played, Walt read Disneylands dedication speech, then some fireworks from the castle to mark the start of the event. The invited VIP guests and D23 CMs lined the bridge and everyone was let into Fantasyland. You had a chance to shake hands and be welcomed by the CMs and VIPs. Once in Fantasyland we roamed around a bit and wandered out near Casey Jr to grab some desserts and a table at the outdoor seating area of the Village Haus. After eating walked through Fantasyland checking out some of the characters and VIPs out for pictures and to chat. Worked our way out to Small World Mall which had some vechicles out and more photo ops. Made it out to Small World then circled back. Decided to head out to the hub and into Tomorrowland to check out Captain EOs area. It was great to walk around the Hub and into Tomorrowland with very few people around! Took some pictures then circled back to the hub and through the Castle. Decided to go for a ride on Peter Pan since it was only a 5 minute wait. After Peter Pan circled Fantasyland again and the Small World Mall one more time. Turned around at Small World and made one last pass through Fantasyland and the Castle before heading down Main Street and out of the park. As you exited they handed out Anniversary pins to everyone. Walked through a deserted esplanade and thenout to Harbor and back to the hotel to call it a night.

No pedometer readings from today since I goofed and forgot to record the values before midnight when it reset...
03/10/10 N/A N/A 3.5 Started off walking over from the hotel on Harbor Blvd we were staying at. Strolled through the transportation center and then into DCA. Walked out to the Pier and took a look at the World of Color progress. Worked our way around to the Fun Wheel. It was cool so the rest of my group decided to go wait for Toy Story and I went for a spin on the Fun Wheel (managed to get my own car even!). Once back on the ground headed for Toy Story and met them to go for a ride. After Toy Story worked our way around to the SS Rustworthy for some pictures then finished up the loop and walked around GRR and through Condor Flats to head over to Disneyland. Hopped on the train and took it out to Toontown. Hiked up the hill to Toontown and went for a spin on Cartoon spin then wandered around a bit. Circled back through Fantasyland and around to Frontierland to grab something to drink at the Golden Horseshoe. Strolled through Adventureland to check out the Jungle Cruise (too long of a wait) so decided to go to Tomorrowland and see about Buzz, it was down so walked out to the Captain EO area then back to Adventureland. Decided the wait was still too long so wandered around Main Street for a while waiting for the D23 event.

No pedometer readings from today since I goofed and forgot to record the values before midnight when it reset...
02/26/10 7.7 20,485 8 Started off this cloudy afternoon parking in a great spot on the 5th floor of the garage (about 10 steps from the escalator!) and taking the tram over to the parks. Headed for Disneyland first. Strolled down Main Street and into Tomorrowland. Grabbed a Fastpass for Buzz and then walked over to Captain EO. There was about 15 minutes until the next show so we found a seat in the preshow and waited. After EO we grabbed a second set of Fastpasses for Buzz and then walked through the hub and Adventureland on my way to New Orleans Square to see what was going on with the Rivers of America work. Hiked out to Critter Country then doubled back and hopped on the train. We disembarked in Toontown and strolled through Fantasyland as we headed for DCA. Walked out to the Pier and around to the Fun Wheel. Went for a spin then continued on around to the SS Rustworthy and finished the loop. Strolled through the Wharf, Farm, and Bugsland on my way to the Backlot. Headed up the street and back to the entrance plaza. Cut through the Greetings from California store and headed over to Disneyland. Hopped on the train and rode out to Toontown. Stopped to grab a snack at the Tavern and then walked through Fantasyland and around the Big Thunder Trail on our way to catch the Billy Hill show. After the show walked through Adventureland and back down Main Street on our way over to DCA. We headed out to the Wharf area for dinner. After dinner walked back through the park and over to Disneyland. Hiked down Main Street and fought through the Street Party crowd on our way into Tomorrowland. Walked out to the Autopia to grab a Fastpass then doubled back to visit Captain EO again. After the show we used out Autopia Fastpasses then stopped to listen to Elvis for a while before using our Buzz Fastpasses. Then walked out to Fantasyland and went on the Tea Cups. After our spin we decided to head for the park exit, tram, garage, and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 15,188 steps, 134 minutes.
02/19/10 9.0 23,976 8 Parked in the garage and then headed for the tram and over to DCA. Walked through Condor Flats, around GRR and out to the Pier. Walked by Ariels, Screamin, and over to the Fun Wheel. The line was 45 minutes so skipped it and kept walking, stopping at the SS Rustworthy for some pictures. Then finished the loop and walked through the Wharf, Farm Area and Bugsland on my way to the Backlot. Not much happening so headed back up the street and over to Disneyland. Strolled down Main Street and into Tomorrowland. Grabbed Fastpasses for Buzz then walked over by Captain EO to see if anything was going on. Next walked back to Main Street (by the Matterhorn and Castle). Headed into Frontierland and around the Rivers of America for some pictures. Walked out to Critter Country then doubled back and hopped on the train. Rode around to Main Street and headed back to DCA. This time reversed my trek and went down the Backlot and through Bugs to get to the Pier. The Fun Wheel was only a 15 min wait so went for a spin. Once back on the ground doubled back past Screamin and headed for the Wharf and dinner. Ate some bread and then headed for Disneyland. Stopped by the Lion King tram stop to see the new tram doors, then walked up Main Street and into Tomorrowland. Grabbed a Fastpass for Autopia and hiked out to the Small World Mall. Went for a spin on the Tea Cups then headed back to Tomorrowland to use our Buzz Fastpass. Then over to Autopia to use that one as well. Decided to head back to DCA. Walked out to the Pier to see what was going on (they were preparing for some World of Color testing). We had time so wandered over to Bugsland and went on all four attractions in about half an hour then back to the Pier to see if any testing was going on yet. Hung around the Pier until it started to rain and by 8:45ish started heading for the exit since the rain was coming down pretty good. Decided to hike back to the garage due to the large crowd at the tram stop and the rain. Once back to the garage headed for the car and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 19,066 steps, 165 minutes.
02/12/10 8.8 23,300 9 Parked in the Mickey and Friends garage and then walked over to Disneyland Hotel to check out the progress on the rennovation. Walked around the Dreams Tower and then strolled through Downtown Disney on my way to DCA. Walked down the the Parade Route, through the winery area, and then out to the Pier. Spent some time taking pictures of the World of Color Progress as I worked my way around to the Fun Wheel. Went for a spin (after a 20 minute wait) and then continued on around to the SS Rustworthy. By the time I made my way to the Zephyr it was closed due to the wind (or at least guessing it was wind related) so I contined on and walked through the Wharf, Farm,and into Bugsland. Took the new path to Tower and then walked through the Backlot back to the entrance. Headed over to Disneyland. Roamed down Main Street and over to the newly opened Frontierland bridge to get some pictures. Circled the bridge and then walked through Frontierland and over to Pirates. Took some pictures of the River then found a spot for the Mardi Gras Celebration. After the show I wanted to take the train, but it was closed so I walked through NOS, Adventureland and over to Tomorrowland. Grabbed a Fastpass for Buzz then went to check out the Captain E-O progress. Not too much visible yet.. circled around the area and stopped at the Starcade to check out the new floor, then headed for Toontown. Made my circle there and walked back through Fantsyland, around the Big Thunder Trail, and out to Critter Country. Turned around and headed back to the Railroad which was now open. Had to wait three trains and then rode to Toontown. Hiked through the park and to Town Square for the Flag Retreat. After the ceremony headed for DCA again and dinner at Taste Pilots, then strolled around GRR and out to the Pier. Saw the Zephyr was running so walked over there and went for a spin. Then headed back to Disneyland to catch the Volunteers Cavalcade. Stopped by Great Moments to celebrate Lincolns 201 birthday. Then worked my way through the Street Party traffic jam/stopped walkways and into Tomorrowland to use my Buzz Fastpass. Strolled by Captain E-O again and then caught the end of the 80s All Starz set before heading back to DCA. Hiked out to the Pier to see what was going on with World of Color. It looked like they were setting up for some testing, so I hung around for a while. Not much was happening so walked over to the Zephyr and around by the Fun Wheel and Toy Story before finding my way back the area by Ariels. They started to do some testing so headed over to the bridge for a better view. Watched them cycle through lights and fountains for a good hour then headed for the park exit. Caught Disneylands fireworks as I was leaving then hopped on the tram back to the garage, car, and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 17,989 steps, 155 minutes.
01/30/10 9.9 26,196 9 Started off this great Saturday parking in the garage and then hiking over to the parks since there seemed to be a couple tram wait. We first headed for DCA and out to the Pier to check on the construction progress. Worked our way around the Pier, stopped by Toy Story but the 40 minute wait was more than we wanted to deal with. The Fun Wheel had a 5 minute wait only (2 cars in front of us only) so we went for a spin next. Then worked our way around to the SS Rustworthy and the Zephyr before we decided to head for Condor Flats and lunch at Taste Pilots. After lunch wandered down the Backlot and stopped by the Muppets. After the film we ended up stopping to see Aladdin then walked into Bugsland. Went for a ride on the bumper cars and then headed for Disneyland. Roamed down Main Street and into Tomorrowland. Grabbed a Fastpass for Buzz then went to check out the Captain E-O progress. After taking some pictures headed over to Adventureland and then out to look at the Rivers progress. Hopped on the Disneyland Railroad for a grand circle tour of the park. Once back we stopped by Critter Country and went for a ride on Pooh then hiked back to Main Street for the Flag Retreat. After the ceremony we headed over to DCA to catch the Pixar Play Parade from the Sunshine Plaza then it was back to Disneyland for dinner. Some grabbed a corn dog, others chili, and we met up at the Riverbelle Terrace area. After dinner we walked through Frontierland, the Castle, and Fantasyland to the Small World Mall area to watch the Voluntears Cavalcade. After the pre-parade we went for a cruise on Small World and then hiked through the park and over to DCA (with a quick stop at the Main Street Cinema). Headed out to the Pier to check if there was any World of Color testing going on (there was nothing exciting happening) and then the Toy Story wait (still 40 minutes so we skipped it). We finished our loop and headed back to Disneyland. Wandered down Main Street and into Tomorrowland to use our Buzz Fastpasses. Then stopped by the Tomorrowland Terrace to catch some of the Rumble Kings. Decided to go for a spin on Autopia since it was only a 10 minute wait then strolled back to Main Street. We decided to call it a night and headed out of the park and hiked back to the garage.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 20,056 steps, 178 minutes.
01/15/10 7.0 18,650 9 Started off this great Southern California day with a decent parking spot in the garage and then a quick tram ride over to the parks. We first headed for DCA and lunch at Taste Pilots. After lunch we walked by GRR and some of the group stopped by the Redwood Creek area and I continued on to the Pier to get some World of Color shots. We met up and continued around to Toy Story, it was about a 20 min wait. After Toy Story we visited the Fun Wheel (again a 20 min wait) and then continued around and walked on the Zephyr. Finished the loop and walked through Bugsland and by the Tower of Terror on our way to the Backlot. Walked onto Monsters then headed for Disneyland. Strolled down Main Street and into Tomorrowland to grab Fastpasses for Buzz. Then walked through Adventureland and over to the Pirates bridge to get some pictures of the now compelely drained Rivers of America. Walked along the Rivers and out to Critter Country, then doubled back and hopped on the Disneyland Railroad for a quick ride to Toontown (to get some more shots of the River). Walked back through Small World Mall, Fantasyland, and around the Big Thunder trail on my way to the Golden Horseshoe to catch Billy Hill and the Hillbillies. After their show wandered down Main Street and tried to visit Lincoln (we had a sleeping two and a half year old with us and they said no strollers allowed inside), so we spent some time on Main Street then wandered down to Tomorrowland. Decided to visit Innoventions then headed for dinner of corn dogs or chicken dinners depending on what you wanted before going back to DCA to see if they were doing any World of Color Testing. They were not so turned around and walked back to Disneyland. Hopped on the steam train to NOS and went to visit the recently re-opened Haunted Mansion. After the Haunted Mansion hopped back on the train to Toontown. Walked by Small World then around the Matterhorn, through Tomorrowland, and back to Main Street. We decided to call it an evening and headed for the tram, car, and home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 13,779 steps, 120 minutes.
01/08/10 8.8 23,395 9.5 Started off this picture perfect Southern California afternoon parking in the garage and taking the tram over to the parks. Walked into DCA first and spend some time roaming around the Red Car construction walls on the Backlot. Worked my way around past Tower of Terror and through the new walkway into Bugsland. Continued on to the Pier to check out the World of Color progress. Made my way around and took a spin on the Fun Wheel, stopped by the SS Rustworthy, and wend for a ride on the Zephyr before walking over to GRR. It appeared they were filling the flume for testing. Peaked into Condor Flats then decided to walk through the Grand California, across the street, through the parking lot, and out to the Disneyland Hotel to check out the rennovation work. Circled back to the Monorail station and rode into Tomorrowland. Grabbed a Fastpas for Buzz and walked around the old Honey I Shrunk the Audience theater to see if there was any visible progress then met up with some friends near the Autopia. We walked around the Matterhorn and out to Small World. Went for probably our last voyage of the holiday season and then wandered into Toontown to see what was going on. Ended up in Mickeys House and the line for Mickey (which was only about 10 minutes). Spent some time around Donalds Boat and then walked back toward Fantasyland. Hopped on the Tea Cups (only a two cycle wait) before continuing around the Big Thunder Trail and to the now mostly drained Rivers of America. Took some pictures of the River around the walls and continued out to Critter Country. Got in line for Pooh. While in line we noticed someone in a wheel chair having a problem getting out of their vechicle. This lead to a backup at the station and the ride shut down. Due to them having to evacuate and restart the ride we bailed on the line and walked back through NOS. Decided to hike up the Tree House to see a better view of the drained River and then we headed for Buzz to use our Fastpasses. Had some time to kill so roamed around Main Street and found a spot to watch the 6:15 pre-parade which now features the Muppets. Saw it come out of the parade gate and head up Main Street. Decided to push through the crowd (cutting through the stores) and get some shots coming up Main Street and then for the fun of it decided to circle through the Castle, Fantasyland, and out to the Small World Mall to catch it coming through there. After taking my fill of pictures walked through Tomorrowland and through the Street Party traffic mess to exit the park. Headed for DCA and Taste Pilots for dinner. After dinner strolled around GRR and out to the Pier. All was quiet so walked through the Wharf and Bugsland to the Backlot around and up the other side of the Street back to the Sunshine Plaza. Walked back to Disneyland and roamed around Main Street as I headed out to Tomorrowland to check out the band performing there. Only tolerated two songs then headed for Small World to see the lights one last time. After that ended up on Main Street again and stopped by to see Great Moments. After the show still had 20 minutes till Remember so decided to take the tram back to the garage and watch from there before heading home.

Other Interesting Stats:
* Moderate Walking Stats (meaning over 2.5mph): 16,219 steps, 142 minutes.
41 289.6 342.5 Totals
Note: These totals may be skewed because the pedometer is zero'd when we start and then left alone and read when we leave. So attractions, and other things may cause extra "steps" to be counted. The pedometer that we use basically measures up/down motion as a step, so if your standing in line and moving up and down it may be counting steps, etc.. so the total distances traveled and steps may be off.. so use these as rough distance comparisons between trips and they may not be accurate in terms of actual distance traveled.
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