Daily Photo Tour - A Changing Atmosphere

The changes that have taken place at Disney California Adventure have been phenomenal. There is a unique atmosphere that exists now that wasn't present before. I get excited just thinking about it. And to think, the few changes that have been made are a small portion of what is to come. As Mickey Mouse would say, "Oh boy." We are definitely in for an amazing journey.

The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Undersea Adventure has been the first of the many changes to hit Disney California Adventure. The ride brings back several memories I've had growing up as a kid in the 90's watching Disney movies. The juxtaposition of Paradise Bay, and Ariel's Undersea Adventure create such a unique seaside atmosphere. I feel like, Paradise Pier is finally coming alive. The lands are beginning to blend quite wonderfully, and Ariel's Undersea Adventure, I believe, is the pinnacle achievement that has made this possible. The area is now rich with environment, and also serves as a great midway to entice people to move down and around the bay to experience the new eatery's and attractions that also have recently made their debut. What else can I say except, I love it.

Daily Photo Tour - The Time Between Seasons

The seasons are changing and it's finally starting to feel like fall in Southern California. With the weather only bumping down to 67 degrees in some parts, its funny to see people walk around in pants and overcoats as if it were 20 degrees and we lived on the east coast or something. I don't have a favorite season, rather the time between seasons is my favorite. This picture of the bay, although very autumn like, was actually taken between fall and winter. I feel the most inspiration during the changing of the seasons, and for some reason I feel the most alive.

Daily Photo Tour - Screamin' in Paradise

It's always interesting to be in Paradise Bay during sunset. Every ride and attraction lights up with an amazing golden glow. California Screamin' seems to be the perfect backdrop during this time. The positioning of the entire bay and California Screamin' are in just the right spot to give that beach boardwalk feel. There's no question that Imagineer's did this on purpose. The actual California coast is only several miles directly behind the Paradise Pier facade.

Daily Photo Tour - The Grotto at Dusk

Paradise Bay as the sun sets and the lights come on is amazing. The lights from the boardwalk cast a glow across the bay as sounds of amusement fill the air. As you watch, it's as if your day turns into a painting, and then a dream. Eventually you come back to the realization that you're not dreaming, you're at the Disneyland Resort. They're really not so different.