For our visit we chose the very first day of the New Year. Not much to our surprise they were open. Well, I guess since it’s a free day from school and work to most of us, you sort of presume it. Anyhow, the place was packed with people and I cannot imagine summer in this place. Only hope is that the waiting time is much warmer in July. Waiting in line for attractions in January is somewhat freezing.

In case you are visiting Disneyland with children, prepare yourself in two ways. Take either enough money for various treats or brace yourself for some serious negotiations and choose the main attractions you definitely want to visit wisely and beforehand. The park is big and has four worlds with the main street in the middle. The main street has several shops which mainly sell the same things so don’t bother going through them all. Most probably you’ll get just carried away by crowds, which does not give much opportunity for just browsing.

Since there are too many things to do for children going through them all is impossible in one day. Provided you don’t have the heart to say “No” of course. So choosing the attractions is essential.

In case you are travelling with adults, don’t think that Disneyland is not for you. On the contrary. The place has various attractions that are meant for taller people and it even has roller-coasters which require minimum height 1,4 meters and are terrifying which means going through tunnels very fast, moving upwards and downwards while experiencing too many G-s. On one roller-coaster you will even have your head upside down (it was this Indiana Jones theme place). And if you have an inner child hidden in you, you’ll get excited, trust me. It’s just so wonderful!

Although I loved it, I must admit that the place is obviously more focused on children. The whole area is complete, they have thought about everything, even warning signs, blockages and information boards are in theme. Queues go through different and various spots so that you’ll never get bored. You’ll get noises, displays, smaller attractions etc. It’s all part of the Disney world. You feel yourself part of this magical place so that going back later feels odd.

Remember to stay later because 5 PM begins the parade. People gather beside the main street and all the characters go through it on their decorations dancing, singing and playing around. It’s worth seeing and it lasts for about an hour.

One side note as well – in case you have bought your ticket online, please make sure that you bring your ID card or passport with you. They check it at the entrance.

When you have the possibility to go to the Disneyland in Paris, I encourage you to use this opportunity. It’s all worth it!

PS! From Paris centre you can get on a RER train which goes to Disneyland. The line you need to choose has Disneyland marked on brown surface just after the main name of the line.