Originally Posted by
mnbp
Mid day, ticket sales lines are not long in my experience. You could purchase your tickets mid-day, and then the afternoon exploring Ikspiari and the Disneyland Hotel and Miracosta Hotel lobbies, which are quite ornate and detailed. And then, enjoy the evening at the park (if you decided on after-6 for the first day).
Great ideas, thanks! We love "resort hopping" at the Deluxe resorts in WDW. Would especially love it if the hotels, like at least TDL, will be decorated for Halloween.