[brebre_51]

For all of you who have been to both parks, which do you prefer & why? What does DL have that WDW doesn't & vice versa?

[Experiment6-2-6]

Disneyland rules.

It's small, quaint, and you aren't stuck waiting forever on the bus that's already jammed full of people..

[Andrea]

They're just totally different vacations to me.

WDW is a resort destination, where I'll make sure I have extra time for days to do nothing, to lay by a pool, to spend a day shopping.

Disneyland is a shorter trip; I can do it in a day because I've been so many times... or I can stretch it out to 3 days. But I've never stayed at a Disneyland Resort Hotel, because I don't spend much time at a hotel in Southern California. Southern California's where I've lived, it's not where I'd take a nice vacation- it's Disneyland and only Disneyland (well, and DCA, but they're a single entity to me) while I'm there.

WDW is more of a relaxing time to me, although we're still pretty commando when we go to the parks.

[DayDreamer]

Its been a long time since I've been to DL but WDW REALLY left a memorable mark on me that has lasted to adulthood. DL was a lot of fun but seemed small to me at the time and I think it wasn't as impressive. WDW was just that, a whole world unto itself thats like no other. The parks, resorts, monorail and water parks made it seem like Disney never ended and there is so much more to see and experience which keeps making you want to go back. Hands down I prefer WDW.

[Scottish.Mickey]

Originally Posted by DayDreamer

WDW was just that, a whole world unto itself thats like no other. The parks, resorts, monorail and water parks made it seem like Disney never ended and there is so much more to see and experience which keeps making you want to go back.

Too true, I've now been to WDW twice and feel I haven't did it all, infact I know I haven't did it all. I've never been to DLR, I'd like to go someday but as for now WDW is the place for me.

[Jennatrz]

There is no question in the world for me Walt Disney World. The Castle in DW is much more spectacular. The only thing that I really enjoyed at Disneyland is the Indiana Jones ride.

[brebre_51]

Does WDW have an Indiana Jones ride? I can't remember one. I know DHS has the Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular, which we liked. Although, the last few times I have been down there the show was exactly the same. They need to change the majority of the show for us who have seen it....over & over & over.

[LittleMissMagic]

Personally, I think the two are uncomparable. Both are equally fabulous in their own way.

With Disneyland, you have to keep in mind that it opened in 1955. It's a lot smaller than Magic Kingdom. Both parks are unique. Disneyland is laid out a bit differently from Magic Kingdom. It has two extra lands - "Critter Country" and "New Orleans Square." The castle in Disneyland isn't nearly as impressive as MK's. The Matterhorn serves as a more appropriate icon for the park. Disneyland's neigboring California Adventure has lots of thrills. The popular Soarin' Over California debuted there. It's a little empty, and carnival-like in the back, but still lots of fun.

Walt Disney World has the blessing of size. It is, really, a separate world. You could spend two weeks at The World and still not get everything done. And everything is huge in comparison to Disneyland.

I think both parks are equally important to visit. Walt Disney World serves better for extended vacations, while Disneyland could be done in 4 days or less, if necessary. It also depends on what is more convenient. We are located in the southeast, closer to WDW, where we vacation most often. Those on the west coast have an advantage at Disneyland. Still, I think it's important to venture out and visit both parks. You can never get enough Disney!

[LittleMissMagic]

Originally Posted by brebre_51

Does WDW have an Indiana Jones ride? I can't remember one. I know DHS has the Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular, which we liked. Although, the last few times I have been down there the show was exactly the same. They need to change the majority of the show for us who have seen it....over & over & over.

No, but the ride vehicles used in Indiana Jones can be seen in AK's Dinosaur.

[brebre_51]

Oh, I see. Thank you for the info.

[PeterMac]

I agree with those who view these two places as separate, different experiences that cannot be compared in a better/worse comparison. The Disneyland Resort is smaller and has fewer overall attractions and hotels. WDW is huge, and offers a totally immersive vacation experience, even if you don't visit one park. The Disneyland Park is smaller, and more intimate, than Magic Kingdom. Magic Kingdom has more open space, which some might find preferable. The difference in attractions contributes to each park's personality and uniqueness. I think both places are wonderful.

[brebre_51]

This has been a most interesting thread. As for me, I prefer WDW. I thinks it's because I feel like it's 'home'.

[gatour]

If you are comparing apples to apples i.e. The Disneyland theme park to the Magic Kingdom. I like Disneyland better than the Magic Kingdom. It combines some of the rides that are spread out amoung several of the parks at the WDW resort. Plus it has the Indiana Jones ride which is not found anywhere at Walt Disney World.

Between the whole Disneyland Resort Complex (both parks, hotels etc) to the Walt Disney World Resort Complex then Walt Disney World wins.

[Ready2Go]

From: http://www.mousebuzz.com/forum/trip-...tml#post711704


Let’s see..

As for as rides go…..

A lot are the same, Splash Mountain is different but over all equal to the WDW version. Maybe a little bit wetter at DLR

Peter Pan in DLR is cooler because of the themeing, movement of the ride, and the flying through the stars scene of the ride (It is a simple thing but makes a big difference to me).

Indy Speedway(WDW) vs. Autopia(DLR)…..Autopia much better.

Nemo Subs (DLR) vs The Seas with Nemo and Friends(WDW) …….Subs are way cooler.

Monorail…..DLR takes you inside the Magic Kingdom …WDW is larger and has A/C….hard call here…..tie.

Train……With a extra stop in Tomorrowland and the Dioramas ….DLR’s is better

Haunted Mansion ….Once the referb is done at WDW the ride itself should be close to the same …….but the outside look, inside queue, and the first room (That is really an elevator which makes the stretching room effect feel really cool) Makes the DLR version much better.

Winnie the Pooh ….. I like the Hunny Pots better…WDW is much better

No Country Bears at DLR anymore …replaced by Pooh…..Bad DLR bad.

Jungle Cruse ….. DLR guns seem to always work….been a while since I heard the WDW ones….DLR better……a little…..maybe

Small World……DLR is a stand alone building and loads outside……bigger is better…it is one of the 1964 Worlds Fair attractions as well.

Pirates of the Caribbean ……… DLR is longer with a few extra scenes and two drops……DLR is better.

Tiki Room……I like the original show better…DLR much better.

Buzz……DLR you can pick up the guns and the AA Buzz with the big Etch a Sketch makes it better over all.

Tower of Terror …..Better queue and more ride to story before you start to drop makes the WDW version much better.

Grizzly River Run (DLR) vs. Kali River Rapids (WDW) …more to the DLR ride. Faster and more rapidy….but no on ride storage for your stuff on the DLR version.

DLR has Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride (WDW has a Mr. Toad statue in the HM exit Grave yard ..that’s just sad), Alice in Wonderland, and, for now, the 50th anniversary display and movie.

WDW has a lot more stuff over all.

DLR is small and intimate and you can get around it very quickly.

WDW is BIG and has A Lot more stuff.

Castle vs Castle……..Bigger is better……but DLR’s has a real draw bridge.

Fix up of DLR’s California Adventure will be a BIG help…. Screamin’ is a very good coaster…but the Amusement feel of the Pier sections is to me very un Disney.

As an DLR AP pass holder you get discounts just about everywhere by just showing your AP. I just got 50% of my room price for my next DLR trip by using the AP and had a great selection of rooms to choose from. You get at least 10% off you room at any time with your DLR AP. Adult DLR AP’s cost $379

I have never been able to get an AP discount room, that I wanted, using my WDW AP, even when trying the morning the discounts come out. But I have only tried to get these discounts for the monorail resorts and was offered other resorts at the discount.

The DLR AP is plastic, not paper like the WDW AP's, and the DLR AP's have your picture on the back.

Walt’s Apartment at DLR.

What I think....time for a short trip up to a week = DLR....time for a week or more = WDW but do both if you can an see for yourself.

Walt spent a lot of time in the DLR Magic Kingdom…….sadly none in WDW ……..Both are Great and special in there own way……They are not clones of one another and though a trip to DLR does not have to be as long as a trip to WDW to see everything, it is without a doubt, worth the trip.

[brebre_51]

Ready2go, I enjoyed your assessment. Between the two, which one do you spend the most time in? TY for sharing.