Disney California Adventure’s big day arrived with all the fanfare that a grand reopening deserves, and as lines for the newest blockbuster, e-ticket attraction soared to 4+ hours, I couldn’t help but smile at memories of a DCA ghost town of yore. But, say what you may, a little bit of me will always miss the irreverence of a ride on the Superstar Limo and a lot of me will always miss a lazy afternoon spent cooling off with Califia and friends at a showing of Golden Dreams.

So, bring on Buena Vista Street, bring on Carsland, and red trolleys, and race cars, but please understand if you find me scouring a Park map for any sign of a titanium sun or a good place to find some strips, dips, and chips.

Stop by Focused on the Magic for more Flashback Friday fun!

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