Anyone else actually like DCA?

[George Lucas on a Bench]

I've noticed a lot of textual displeasure with DCA on this forum. I miss Tower of Terror and the Superstar Limo too, but I still think this theme park is alright. While it's my opinion the revised attractions are typically not as good as the original versions, as the Penguin and Batman once said, things change. The park has a lot of nice atmosphere, more areas to relax and escape the hustle and bustle of the resort and the Goofy ride, which simulates the feeling of being flung to your death from a high height.

 

[Phroobar]

 

[NateD1226]

It's not horrible, it is just not outstanding. I give it a meh.

 

[EPCOTCenterLover]

It was getting really good circa 2012 and after the transformation of the Airfield into Grizzly Peak. Much less good now.

 

[Kram Sacul]

Buena Vista St, Carsland, Pacific Wharf, and the Grizzly River area are great. That's about it.

 

[Jiggsawpuzzle35]

I love DCA but miss going to that park when it was a Ghost Town in 2001. 5 minute waits or less for every attraction. Also I miss the food court in the Backlot.

 

[Little Green Men]

I thought it was great in 2012 and 2016, some of the changes since then seem to be detracting from it's rebirth, though.

 

[Disneysea05]

Of course, I enjoy it a great deal.

Where was this praise in 2012 though?

 

[Sue_Vongello]

It was slowly becoming one of my top 3 favorite parks after Carsland opened. It seemed like everything was starting to click but then the TOT makeover kicked things off in a terrible direction. Pixar Pier and now Marvel Land ... now it’s not about California at all. What used to be a cool park that had lands that represented eras in California history now is going to be turned into another hodgepodge IP park.

It’s sad

 

[BasiltheBatLord]

Certain parts of it are nice, but it's probably the single greatest example of a Disney park worldwide with no thematic direction whatsoever. Add to that reverses made since 2012 with Guardians and Pixar Pier.

 

[Stevek]

It’s not perfect but I do enjoy it quite a bit. Doesn’t hold a candle to Disneyland...but probably an unfair comparison

 

[Californian Elitist]

I like DCA, for the most part. However I hate the turn folks at Disney have taken for this poor park.

I grew up with DCA, being only eight years-old at the time it opened. I was happy about the changes made for its 2012 rebirth and was honestly hopeful for its future, but not anymore. It’s sad because they were on a decent track for just a few, short years before Disney decided to ruin it.

Really sad and unfortunate.

 

[SuddenStorm]

It’s not perfect but I do enjoy it quite a bit. Doesn’t hold a candle to Disneyland...but probably an unfair comparison

Is it an unfair comparison? The two are 100 feet apart, and cost the exact same for admission.

Even if we look at Disneyland 15 years after it opened, vs DCA 15 years.... Disneyland was way ahead.

 

[peter11435]

They ruined the 3 best rides they had. The park’s only saving grace is Ghiradelli which isn’t even operated by Disney.

I know I can always count on these forums for some ridiculous hyperbole.

 

[SteveAZee]

My background is WDW and I visited Disneyland resort a few years ago as a solo adult. I preferred DCA to Disneyland. I enjoyed the open spaces and the ride selection more. Disneyland felt cramped, overwrought, and stuffed with strollers. I relaxed at DCA and enjoyed the day there.

 

[Californian Elitist]

^^^^ NO.

 

[TragicMike]

When I had my AP, I loved going to DCA after hitting the heavy hitters at Disneyland. Something about getting a drink and walking around Cars Land at night was incredibly enjoyable. Plus I loved the wide open space at DCA, felt less claustrophobic.

 

[NateD1226]

Ghirardelli is my favorite thing at that park.

No offense, but I think you need to go to DCA more, because that is kinda lame...

 

[SSG]

DCA has a lot of enjoyable aspects. Some good rides, pleasant scenery, decent entertainment. Plus you can stroll around with a beer.

 

[peter11435]

Why is it hyperbole? That is my honest feelings towards the park. Just because my opinion isn’t shared with others does not make it hyperbole. Ghirardelli is my favorite thing at that park.

Saying changes ruined your favorite attractions is a valid opinion.

Saying Ghirardelli is your favorite thing there is a valid opinion.

Saying Ghirardelli is the parks only saving grace is hyperbole.