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Visit Disneyland Resort: MagicBand+

  Not too many people had  MagicBand+  at Disneyland Resort, from what I noticed, but that didn't stop us from getting them.   You can use the MagicBand+ to scan into the entry gates or scan your Lightning Lane passes.  No need to take out your phone and open up the Disneyland app or your photos app for a screenshot of your admission ticket or Lightning Lane pass.  It's easy to sync the MagicBand+ to everyone in your party through the Disneyland app. It's rechargeable, and one full charge is supposed to last 1-3 days, but we'd charge them at the end of each night. Another fun thing about the MagicBand+ is that it'll blink and flash in all sorts of colors depending on where you are, whether at certain rides or shows.  You can also use to link PhotoPass photos and other experiences. It's totally not a necessary thing to have, but it's a nice-to-have for the convenience.   One thing I did read prior to getting them is that they have a tende...

Visit Hilo: Van Vietnamese Cuisine

I've passed by Van Vietnamese Cuisine many times and finally decided to try it after seeing how some people mentioned in an FB group that they have great Bahn Mis.


Spring Rolls
I was always under the impression that Spring Rolls were fried and Summer Rolls were not, but the Spring Rolls on the menu were unfried.  I did like the accompanying peanut sauce.

Van Special
The Van Special included pate, pork ham, mayo, cucumber, pickled carrots, and daikon.  My friend thought it lacked flavor, but the loved the bread. 
Pho Eye Round

My friend said the pho was good, but lacked dimension compared to other spots' pho.  He did appreciate the amount of garnishes, however. 
Grilled Chicken Bahn Mi

I wasn't expecting the chicken to be shredded, but the sandwich was tasty, and I too loved the bread.

Van Vietnamese Cuisine
419 Kilauea Ave
Hilo, HI 96720

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