ANAHEIM. <i>Disney's California Adventure</i>_® Park celebrates the Golden State with themed attractions like a replica of the Golden Gate Bridge, a Hollywood Pictures Backlot, and Paradise Pier, which celebrates the state's old oceanfront amusement parks. Children love "a bug's land"-themed rides and shows (like Heimlich's Chew Chew Train), and on a hot day, Princess Dot Puddle Park can't be beat. The place isn't just for kids, though. In addition to expected pizza, burger, and hot dog stands, you'll find adult-oriented restaurants and a winery, not to mention rides and attractions just for grown-ups.

ANAHEIM. It's the happiest place on earth! This world-renowned theme park features breathtaking rides, enticing games, and thrilling shows. In fact, with eight individually themed "lands," it offers plenty of fun for the entire family. Explore the futuristic adventure of Tomorrowland, Frontierland's outdoorsy Tom Sawyer Island, or the zany shenanigans at Mickey's Toontown. Rides, shows, shops, and restaurants are located in each section of the park. Although you could easily spend several days without doing the same thing twice, don't miss <i>Disneyland</i>_® Park ­ even if you've only got one day!

BUENA PARK. Billed as America's first theme park, this complex features 150 acres of thrill rides, live entertainment, historic exhibits, and world-class dining, all divided into six themed areas. Among them are Ghost Town ­ an 1880s Western boom town with cowboys, gun fights, stagecoaches and gold panning ­ and Boardwalk, a coastal amusement park of the 1920s. Wild Water Wilderness and Camp Snoopy are children's favorites. You'll also want to see the full-size replica of Independence Hall or hear a major performer at the Good Time Theatre.