• Guest, Help The DPF Community Thrive - Join Our Donation Drive Today!

    We're launching a special DPF Donation Drive to ensure our beloved forum continues to flourish. Your support is vital in helping us cover essential server costs and keep our community running smoothly — This is more than just a donation; it's an investment in the future of our community.

    Join us in this crucial drive and let's ensure our forum remains a vibrant and dynamic place for everyone.

    Please visit the DPF Donation Drive Thread for details and instructions on how you can make your donation today!

New member!

New member!
A

Andrew896

New DPF Member
Rating - 0%
0   0   0
Messages
24
Location
Massachusetts
Hi Everyone!
I am new to the Disney pin forum and I am looking forward to chatting with everyone and begin doing some trading! I am also looking forward to the trade arcade on the 28th!
A little about me:
- I'm a Walt Disney World Annual Passholder
- I have been to Disney World over 20 times!
- I am hoping to visit Disneyland in 2026
- My main collection consists of Attractions, Hotels, Figment, Orange Bird, and Park Icons!
- I have 450+ pins and my collection keeps growing!

I hope to have connections with everyone and make some great trades in the future :)
 
timeerkat said:
Hi there, and welcome to DPF! How long have you been collecting pins?

Those are some great collections!

There are a bunch of us who are local to DLR, so if you need any info or tips closer to your trip just let us know!
Click to expand...
Thank you so much! I actually started collecting in 2020 once the pandemic hit (through Disney store), and finally went back to the parks in 2022 since 2013!

I will definitely post when my trip to DL gets closer! Very excited! I want to stay at the Disneyland Hotel!
 
Sithathoriunet said:
Welcome! I'd love to see your Figment and Orange Bird pins. I collect those as well, and love discovering pins I didn't know about.
Click to expand...
Thank you for the welcome! Here is my Figment and Orange Bird collection - small but mighty!

AD_4nXeoA-lunCtKXdbueOhq42oChdzjChHe8UB6yxKjGbkfGmVJGrvEmrMmvD9JKnwxWLzzNcUMlx_aeUZ9qPkb_KLPqiicpaLn8sYB8dsKGs12IIduZCs8eZDJpP3iVdKChRbxdNLErA


The Figment pin that has him above the EPCOT ball and says "Let your imagination soar!" in orange was actually my first pin I ever purchased in 2020!
 
collycon said:
Hello!
I really like how you have the orange bird planes flying! Very cool!
Click to expand...
I had the same thought. The 3 HD OB planes are a nice touch.

Welcome!

For many of us DPFers, in 2020 shopdisney was our entertainment also. Chasing all of the pin releases and the plastic keys is what I recall. I don't collect Minnie, but chased the entire series of Minnie Mouse Main Attraction (MMMA) pin sets during the pandemic. Did you chase the Minnie Mouse pins in 2020 on shopdisney? I am now slowly trading my MMMA pins away. The fun of pin trading.
 
momin.ator said:
Hi Andrew. Welcome. I love your collections. Disneyland Hotel is wonderful. We stayed there once.
Click to expand...
I'm so happy to hear that! Have you ever eaten at Goofy's Kitchen? The food / value seems more worth it than Chef Mickey's here on the East coast! I also love all the details in the rooms, especially the light up headboard and firework patterned carpet!
 
TheMickeyMouseRules said:
I had the same thought. The 3 HD OB planes are a nice touch.

Welcome!

For many of us DPFers, in 2020 shopdisney was our entertainment also. Chasing all of the pin releases and the plastic keys is what I recall. I don't collect Minnie, but chased the entire series of Minnie Mouse Main Attraction (MMMA) pin sets during the pandemic. Did you chase the Minnie Mouse pins in 2020 on shopdisney? I am now slowly trading my MMMA pins away. The fun of pin trading.
Click to expand...
Thank you so much :) I did not collect the MMMA pin set, but I was attempting to start collecting the Mickey Mouse Main Attraction pins, I only ended up collecting two haha!
 
Andrew896 said:
I'm so happy to hear that! Have you ever eaten at Goofy's Kitchen? The food / value seems more worth it than Chef Mickey's here on the East coast! I also love all the details in the rooms, especially the light up headboard and firework patterned carpet!
Click to expand...
Hi and Welcome! Thank you so much for sharing your collection. You're off to a fantastic start and we're looking forward to watching it continue to grow, one pin at a time!

The last time I stayed at the Disneyland Hotel, and by extension ate at Goofy's Kitchen, was in 2019. The hotel room was really nice and I like the details, especially the light up headboard. I went to Goofy's Kitchen for breakfast and I really liked it; however, because so much time has passed, I wouldn't guarantee what may or may not still be the same. Unless things have drastically changed, I would recommend going.
 
Andrew896 said:
I'm so happy to hear that! Have you ever eaten at Goofy's Kitchen? The food / value seems more worth it than Chef Mickey's here on the East coast! I also love all the details in the rooms, especially the light up headboard and firework patterned carpet!
Click to expand...
The light up headboard was really cool. If I can find a photo I'll post it but it was awhile ago so no telling where it is. I think it might have made noise too. If you wish upon a star.

I don't know about Goofy's Kitchen, but there is also a
character breakfast in the park at Plaza Inn and I've heard great things about that. Storytellers Cafe at the Grand might be a good option too!
 
momin.ator said:
The light up headboard was really cool. If I can find a photo I'll post it but it was awhile ago so no telling where it is. I think it might have made noise too. If you wish upon a star.

I don't know about Goofy's Kitchen, but there is also a
character breakfast in the park at Plaza Inn and I've heard great things about that. Storytellers Cafe at the Grand might be a good option too!
Click to expand...
Oooh, I have heard good things about Storytellers Cafe, but I'm going to have to look into the breakfast at Plaza Inn! Thank you for the suggestions :)
 
Andrew896 said:
Oooh, I have heard good things about Storytellers Cafe, but I'm going to have to look into the breakfast at Plaza Inn! Thank you for the suggestions :)
Click to expand...
I stayed at the Grand Californian a few months ago. Storytellers Cafe was great. You get about 5 characters coming to visit at your table. The food is buffet style and very delicious. However, it was even busier and more crowded than the parks! At least when I went.
If you are willing the sell a kidney, the princess breakfast at Napa Rose can't be beaten. 8 princesses are there to meet and some have an activity to do with guests. Mulan taught my kids how to be a warrior 😂. The food is better, less crowded, less competition for characters, but will cost you a very pretty penny.
Of course, both restaurants are available to non Grand Californian guests
 
Nursteve said:
I stayed at the Grand Californian a few months ago. Storytellers Cafe was great. You get about 5 characters coming to visit at your table. The food is buffet style and very delicious. However, it was even busier and more crowded than the parks! At least when I went.
If you are willing the sell a kidney, the princess breakfast at Napa Rose can't be beaten. 8 princesses are there to meet and some have an activity to do with guests. Mulan taught my kids how to be a warrior 😂. The food is better, less crowded, less competition for characters, but will cost you a very pretty penny.
Of course, both restaurants are available to non Grand Californian guests
Click to expand...
Ooh that sounds like so much fun! I definitely want to look into the restaurants at the Grand Californian! Thank you for the info :)
 
Andrew896 said:
Ooh that sounds like so much fun! I definitely want to look into the restaurants at the Grand Californian! Thank you for the info :)
Click to expand...
I've never gone to Napa Rose for breakfast, but I've gone there MANY times for dinner (it is NOT character dining then, but still family-friendly) and I cannot recommend it highly enough. Is it one of the pricier meals in the resort? Yes. IMO, is it worth it? Also yes.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top