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4. Over-imbibe Alcohol is now served in all four of the main Disney Parks. A fun adult beverage can bring you into the spirit of a country in Epcot (like a nice beer in Germany) or enhance your fine meal at a Disney restaurant. But be sure to drink responsibly. Overindulging in alcohol isn’t appropriate in a family-friendly place like ...

8. Stay off property While staying in a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel is an incredible experience, it can also be an expensive one. Staying off-property can be a great way to save some money and still have a fantastic Disney vacation. Many local hotels offer free shuttles to the parks, so you can skip the rental car and parking ...

7. Bring your own souvenirs This may sound strange, but hear me out. Yes, Walt Disney World has great T-shirts, hats, and stuffed animals. You know who else does? Your local discount store. Stock up on a few new goodies for the family at a lower price and break out your new gear on your vacation. That expensive Mickey T-shirt ...

6. Consider an annual pass If you live close enough to Walt Disney World to make frequent trips, the savings you can get with an annual pass are huge! But it’s worth considering even if you live far away. If you plan to visit WDW once a year, you can stagger those trips and use one annual pass for big ...

5. Take advantage of military offers Obviously you shouldn’t join the military for a Disney discount, but if you or a family member is in the service you are eligible for some of the best discounts at Walt Disney World. Military members are eligible for special tickets called Disney’s Military Salute, typically offering a 4 or 5-day park hopper pass ...

4. Book through a travel agent Using a travel agent can be one of the best ways to save money. A travel agent will do the work of price shopping for you, and will rarely charge you anything for their services. It’s a great way to take the stress out of your planning and save money, too!

3. Avoid unnecessary extras There are lots of things that cost money at Walt Disney World that are totally unnecessary. For example, bottled water will run you a few dollars in the parks, but a cup of ice water is free at any quick service dining location. Or you can always bring your own water bottle and refill as needed. ...

2. Skip Park Hopper For some people, the Park Hopper option on tickets, allowing you to visit more than one park on the same day, is a worthwhile addition. But for most people it’s not worth the extra expense. Think about your vacation plans; are you really going to go to two different parks in one day? If the answer ...

1. Use gift cards to control spending For older kids (and adults), gift cards can be a great way to budget. Everyone gets a gift card at the beginning of the trip with his or her souvenir budget. When the money is gone, it’s gone. It’s a great way to keep yourself from over-spending, and a good way to teach ...

A trip to Walt Disney World is definitely expensive, but it doesn’t have to break your budget. There are lots of ways to save big money at Disney without sacrificing any of the fun! Check out these easy ways to save money on your next Walt Disney World Vacation.