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Happy Lunar New Year! It’s the year of the dog but all we were seeing this morning was dragons! We got out those markers and crayons for some truly creative coloring this morning.

Happy Valentines Day! This morning we got out our hearts and flowers once again to make some Valentines Day Candy Grams for those special people in our life.

Celebrate the Year of the Dog at Universal Studios! Join Po and Tigriss from Kung-Fu Panda in the all-new recreation of Po’s Village in Universal Plaza. They will be waiting to meet you and there will be plenty of photo opportunities.

Join Sea World for their Lunar New year celebration featuring Pan-Asian entertainment and food. Don’t miss the incredible Chinese acrobat show, amazing local performers and artisans, and mouthwatering culinary delights. Every year Sea World outdoes itself with its wonderful seasonal events and this year will be no different.

Next week Disneyland Resort will begin their annual Lunar New Year celebration. This event, taking place at Disney’s California Adventure Park, is the perfect time to experience culturally inspired food, music and entertainment.

Just announced Disneyland has brought back their popular SoCal Resident Discount Tickets. These limited time tickets are good for admission through May 23rd*. SoCal Residents who live in the participating zip codes 90000-93599 and 21000-22999 can purchase 2 Day tickets for $40 off the regular ticket price and 3 day tickets for over $70 off the regular price.

This week Disney’s California Adventure wraps up operations on Paradise Pier, making way for construction crews to begin work on transforming the area into “Pixar Pier”. This newly imagined area will feature all your favorite Pixar Characters.

Enjoy an condo-like feel during your next vacation with the convenience of a kitchenette in your guest room. This spacious suite includes 1 Bedroom with 2 Queen Beds, a living room with a sofa sleeper, a bathroom with outdoor vanity, and a kitchenette.

The brand-new House of Blues has reopened at the Anaheim Garden Walk after closing its Downtown Disney location last year. This new location features over twice the space of the previous, giving guests a better experience.

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party kicks off September 20th and promises a spooky night of Disney magic. Here is an overview of everything there is to see and do during your night of trick-or-treating in the happiest place on earth!

The Desert Palms Hotel and Suites is only a 20-minute drive to the beautiful Newport Beach. Spend the day in the sand enjoying the sun and waves. Walk along the famous Newport Pier and watch the surfers cut through the waves. Newport beach is also a great area for shopping and dining. Want something with a little more action? Take a drive down the beachfront to Balboa Island where you’ll find a great spot for family activity. Right along the ocean your kids can enjoy an arcade, Ferris wheel, fun house, and other attractions that will make a memorable visit. Many fishing and whale watching tours also leave from this location, or you can rent a small boat to sail around the harbor.

Enjoy a family dinner at the brand-new Oasis Kitchen and Bar. Our on-site restaurant features indoor and outdoor seating and a new and improved menu of delectable offerings. Our new menu includes Specialty Burgers, Fresh Salads, Pasta, Fajitas and other options your taste buds will thank you for ordering. Know exactly what you want? Build your own burger, choose from an array of options to put together your perfect burger. Don’t forget the drinks! Order one of our delicious specialty drinks from the bar such as the Oasis Margarita, Desert Sunset, or Classic Mai Tai.

Today is Disneyland’s 62nd birthday and the park is looking better than ever! Throughout the years the park has stayed true to Walt Disney’s original dream, “Disneyland will never be completed. It will continue to grow as long as there is imagination left in the world”. And grow it has; originally opening with 5 themed lands and 20 attractions, that number has soared over the years, including fan favorites such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Indiana Jones, Space Mountain, and Star Tours. Continuing with the ever-evolving theme, the highly anticipated Star Wars Land is currently under construction, scheduled to open sometime in 2019, bringing with it brand new attractions and restaurants.

Summer is heating up, take a minute to cool off this Sunday with a free Ice Cream Sundae in our hotel Lobby. Kids will love the Make-Your-Own Sundaes with their choice of toppings, including M&Ms, gummies, sprinkles, and many more. Top that off with some whipped cream and a cherry and it’s the perfect way to celebrate this underrated national holiday.

Enjoy additional savings on overnight stays, a free hot breakfast and spacious accommodations with our Disneyland Annual Passholder Package. 7. Snippet Content (50-75 words): Are you a Disneyland Annual Passholder? Take advantage of additional savings on overnight stays at our hotel with our passholder package. Enjoy amenities including a free hot breakfast buffet and access to an outdoor pool during your stay. Get a better rate on your guest room or suite at the Desert Palms Hotel & Suites when planning your Disney vacation any time of year.

If you’re craving pizza during your Disneyland vacation or just want to try something new, head over to The Pizza Press down the street for a custom pizza and signature creations. This top-rated pizza destination serves up a variety of flavorful pizzas and has a variety of craft beers on tap and by the bottle.

Enjoy an eclectic menu of burgers, quesadillas, surf and turf dishes, fresh salads and Italian-American favorites at the Sandbox Bar & Grille at the Desert Palms Hotel & Suites. Serving lunch and dinner every day, this is the place to enjoy a relaxing meal before or after a day of travels.

Escape to another galaxy and enjoy the ultimate outer space adventure at Star Wars at Disneyland. One of the most popular attractions at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, this is the place to enjoy interactive exhibits and see your favorite Star Wars characters and movie scenes come to life. From the Star Wars Launch Bay to Hyperspace Mountain, here are some things to look forward to during your visit.

Don’t miss the chance to see live performances from The Bar-Kays, The Stone City Band, Midnight Star and more at the Orange County Funk Fest. This year’s event takes place at The Arena at the Anaheim Convention Center in July and you’ll find plenty of fun things to do around Anaheim before and after this year’s event.