Are you planning a trip to Walt Disney World? Or just want to learn more about the parks and don't know where to start? Disney Darling breaks down the basics for you! Disneyland vs. Walt Disney World Disneyland and Disney World are two different parks, located on opposite sides of the country. As mentioned in this post , it is a common misconception that Disneyland and Disney World are the same thing. Disneyland is the first Disney theme park ever, opening in 1955. It is located in Anaheim, California, near Los Angeles. Disneyland has two different parks: Disneyland Park (with the castle), and Disney's California Adventure (or DCA). Disneyland also has three hotels and the Downtown Disney shopping district. Walt Disney World is located in Bay Lake, Florida, near Orlando. It opened in 1971, after Walt's passing. Walt Disney World has 4 different theme parks, 2 water parks, 28 hotels, and the Disney Springs shopping district. There are quite a few more differences, but lo
The Disney Princesses are often topics of criticism. They are too weak, too focused on outwardly beauty, and offer nothing of substance to the world. This criticism is especially apparent in feminist circles. However, just like any other group of people bundled together under one label, there are disagreements. If you ask a handful of feminists their opinion on the Disney Princesses, you will get a handful of different answers. Why are the Disney Princesses even worth the attention of feminists? Walk into any Wal-Mart or Target or toy store and you will get the answer. The Disney Princess line is heavily marketed to young girls all across the world. And anything fed to the minds of the next generation while they’re still impressionable is worthy of examination. Whom these kids decide to emulate is whom they will become. The Disney Princesses, of course, are not just limited to children. Disney movies span over decades and generations. Everyone, no matter the age, can learn somet