"The iconic waterside facade and its surrounding area often serve as the starting point for the champion cavalcade at the California resort; areas near this attraction fill up quickly, so guests are advised to arrive when the park opens and stake out curbside spots well in advance (Waldman recommends as much as four hours before the cavalcade). If you prefer less waiting, choose a spot a bit farther away—Waldman suggests finding space between nearby landmarks at least two hours before the procession." - Carly Caramanna Carly Caramanna Carly Caramanna is a theme park and travel journalist who has spent her professional career in New York City, Nashville, and Los Angeles. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Yahoo Lifestyle, Insider, The Points Guy, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines