As a 22-year-old "Disney adult," I was thrilled to plan a trip to Disneyland to celebrate the return of character hugs post-COVID. (Photo: Casey Clark) I've been visiting Disney Parks multiple times a ...

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After a pause on character meet-and-greets due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Disneyland Resort guests can once again hug Minnie Mouse and ask for Cinderella’s autograph. A trip to Disneyland parks in ...

If there’s anything that can heal your inner child, it’s watching compilations online of kids hugging their favorite characters at Disneyland. They really get you every time, but if you look closely, ...

I've been visiting Disney Parks multiple times a year for nearly a decade. Yes, there are rides — Space Mountain is my favorite — but my main reason for visiting Disney has always been hugs from the ...