Trip to Disneyland

San Jose is a large city in the southern San Francisco Bay Area, and is part of the Silicon Valley—the birthplace of the high-tech industry. Downtown San Jose is home to San Jose State University and also includes a financial district, several fine restaurants and hotels like the historic Hotel Montgomery, as well as a number of museums, including the Tech Museum of Innovation and the Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose. Other art venues in the downtown area include the San Jose Repertory Theatre and the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts. Don’t miss a chance to watch San Jose’s beloved professional hockey team, the San Jose Sharks, tear up the ice at the Hewlett-Packard Pavilion.

Disneyland, of course, is Anaheim’s main claim to fame since first opening in 1955, though California Adventure is the new addition to the city, with separate admission fees.

Other attractions outside of the Disney hub include the Bowers Museum, with more than 130,000 works of art, and Yorba Regional Park. The Crystal Cathedral in nearby Garden Grove, is home to the huge congregation built by the persistently upbeat Rev. Robert Schuller. The impressive building is made almost entirely of glass.

The Block at Orange, located in the nearby city of Orange, offers a variety of shops, restaurants and entertainment. Visitors should also consider a trip to Angel Stadium to see the Los Angeles Angels baseball team in action.

Influences of the Craftsman-style architecture of the majestic Disney's Grand Californian Hotel® and Spa can be felt in each of its elegantly appointed guestrooms.Guestrooms overlook one of four scenes: Disney's California Adventure park, the hotel's sparkling pool with whimsical redwood slide, the colorful Downtown Disney District, or the lights of the surrounding city. The natural wood of the finely crafted furniture and the muted earth tones of the bedspreads, carpeting, and wall coverings bring the beauty of nature indoors. Special features include lighted closets, full-length wardrobe mirrors and separate vanity areas with dual sinks accessorized by marble countertops. bunk beds are available in select rooms for the little campers in your family. In addition, all rooms are equipped with TVs, key-operated in-room safes, writing desk, and high-speed Internet access.Promotion Disclaimer: *Get 2 More Days & Nights FREE offer: Valid for bookings from 3/24/09 through 8/11/09 and for arrivals 4/1/09 through 9/26/09 with travel being completed by 10/1/09. Upon the purchase of a 3-night package, with 3-Day Disneyland? Resort Park Hopper? Bonus Tickets for each Guest listed on the package / reservation, at one of the Hotels of the Disneyland? Resort, two (2) consecutive free nights will be added to the hotel stay and two (2) days will be added to each ticket. Guests eligible for two (2) free days on tickets limited to the maximum occupancy per hotel room/suite. Limited to two (2) free nights per package / reservation and not valid for previously booked rooms. Check for offers associated with longer night stays. These tickets expire 13 days after first use or 10/13/09, whichever occurs first, and each day of use of a ticket constitutes one full day of use. Tickets may not be sold or transferred for commercial purposes. Offer subject to availability and blockout dates; advance reservations required. Not valid with other discount/promtions.

After a visit to Disneyland and the California Adventure theme park, there's nothing better then relaxing in an outdoor shopping and entertainment center sprinkled with Disney magic, of course. Located on Disneyland Drive, in Anaheim, there's no escaping Fantasy Land. Here you'll find dozens of restaurants, for instance, chains like the House of Blues and other themed eateries. The kids will find happiness and want more souvenirs and trinkets at the large Disney Character store. For adults, Downtown Disney offers Pleasure Island, a combination of live performances and nightclubs.

A theme cafe in Downtown Disney District, the Rainforest Cafe is a fun destination. Bringing to life the true 'Rainforest' ambiance with greenery, waterfalls, and animated apes, the cafe is a hit with youngsters. Live parrot shows are held outside the restaurant everyday from noon to 6p. They serve sumptuous cuisine from all over the world and comes in good, large portions. At the Rainforest Village, you can pick up mementos, jewelry, fashionable apparel and accessories for your kids' rooms.

Influences of the Craftsman-style architecture of the majestic Disney's Grand Californian Hotel® and Spa can be felt in each of its elegantly appointed guestrooms.Guestrooms overlook one of four scenes: Disney's California Adventure park, the hotel's sparkling pool with whimsical redwood slide, the colorful Downtown Disney District, or the lights of the surrounding city. The natural wood of the finely crafted furniture and the muted earth tones of the bedspreads, carpeting, and wall coverings bring the beauty of nature indoors. Special features include lighted closets, full-length wardrobe mirrors and separate vanity areas with dual sinks accessorized by marble countertops. bunk beds are available in select rooms for the little campers in your family. In addition, all rooms are equipped with TVs, key-operated in-room safes, writing desk, and high-speed Internet access.Promotion Disclaimer: *Get 2 More Days & Nights FREE offer: Valid for bookings from 3/24/09 through 8/11/09 and for arrivals 4/1/09 through 9/26/09 with travel being completed by 10/1/09. Upon the purchase of a 3-night package, with 3-Day Disneyland? Resort Park Hopper? Bonus Tickets for each Guest listed on the package / reservation, at one of the Hotels of the Disneyland? Resort, two (2) consecutive free nights will be added to the hotel stay and two (2) days will be added to each ticket. Guests eligible for two (2) free days on tickets limited to the maximum occupancy per hotel room/suite. Limited to two (2) free nights per package / reservation and not valid for previously booked rooms. Check for offers associated with longer night stays. These tickets expire 13 days after first use or 10/13/09, whichever occurs first, and each day of use of a ticket constitutes one full day of use. Tickets may not be sold or transferred for commercial purposes. Offer subject to availability and blockout dates; advance reservations required. Not valid with other discount/promtions.

No visit to Southern California would be complete without a visit to the Magic Kingdom; Disneyland has been making dreams come true for decades. Disneyland, located within Disneyland Resort, is divided into eight "lands" with different themes, such as Fantasyland, Critter Country, Mickey's Toon Town and Tomorrowland. The park is open 365 days of the year. Holidays are some of the busiest times for the park, so plan accordingly. Hours can change according to the season, so be sure to call or check the Web site before planning your trip.

Tortilla Jo's is divided into three distinctive zones - the restaurant, where Mexican delicacies are served; Taqueria, that serves people in search of a quick meal; and, Cantina that stocks 100 varieties of tequilla and other spirits. It is located in Dowtown Disney - that says a lot about the colourful surroundings you would meet. Yucatan Chicken, Carne Machaca, Grilled Chicken and Mango Sandwich (Torta de pollo) and other dishes, which tickle your taste buds are on the menu. If you want to have fun along with your food, be present for the Annual Passholder Private Event - all you need is get your valid passport, pay an entrance fee of $10 (per passholder) and enter the food zone!

In this era of fluctuating gas prices, why burn precious fuel seeing all the wondrous and storied sights of the Golden State? This Disney theme park is your one-stop shop for everything California! Tour Hollywood back lots, the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the San Francisco Bay Area, and a contemporary re-imagining of the party-pier amusement parks of 1940s Santa Monica - all without ever leaving the convenience of a single city block in downtown Anaheim. Thrill rides here go above and beyond the kiddie fare at neighboring Disneyland, and the concession stands offer beer, wine and margaritas. The "oceanfront" bandstand plays host to classic California mainstays like the Beach Boys and Kool & The Gang, solidifying the location's reputation as a theme park destination truly fun for the whole family.

Influences of the Craftsman-style architecture of the majestic Disney's Grand Californian Hotel® and Spa can be felt in each of its elegantly appointed guestrooms.Guestrooms overlook one of four scenes: Disney's California Adventure park, the hotel's sparkling pool with whimsical redwood slide, the colorful Downtown Disney District, or the lights of the surrounding city. The natural wood of the finely crafted furniture and the muted earth tones of the bedspreads, carpeting, and wall coverings bring the beauty of nature indoors. Special features include lighted closets, full-length wardrobe mirrors and separate vanity areas with dual sinks accessorized by marble countertops. bunk beds are available in select rooms for the little campers in your family. In addition, all rooms are equipped with TVs, key-operated in-room safes, writing desk, and high-speed Internet access.Promotion Disclaimer: *Get 2 More Days & Nights FREE offer: Valid for bookings from 3/24/09 through 8/11/09 and for arrivals 4/1/09 through 9/26/09 with travel being completed by 10/1/09. Upon the purchase of a 3-night package, with 3-Day Disneyland? Resort Park Hopper? Bonus Tickets for each Guest listed on the package / reservation, at one of the Hotels of the Disneyland? Resort, two (2) consecutive free nights will be added to the hotel stay and two (2) days will be added to each ticket. Guests eligible for two (2) free days on tickets limited to the maximum occupancy per hotel room/suite. Limited to two (2) free nights per package / reservation and not valid for previously booked rooms. Check for offers associated with longer night stays. These tickets expire 13 days after first use or 10/13/09, whichever occurs first, and each day of use of a ticket constitutes one full day of use. Tickets may not be sold or transferred for commercial purposes. Offer subject to availability and blockout dates; advance reservations required. Not valid with other discount/promtions.

San Jose is a large city in the southern San Francisco Bay Area, and is part of the Silicon Valley—the birthplace of the high-tech industry. Downtown San Jose is home to San Jose State University and also includes a financial district, several fine restaurants and hotels like the historic Hotel Montgomery, as well as a number of museums, including the Tech Museum of Innovation and the Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose. Other art venues in the downtown area include the San Jose Repertory Theatre and the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts. Don’t miss a chance to watch San Jose’s beloved professional hockey team, the San Jose Sharks, tear up the ice at the Hewlett-Packard Pavilion.