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2. Bring Portable Chargers Nobody wants to stop and wait for their phones to charge while they’re having fun. A quick fix to this is to bring portable chargers with you to the park. This will save you a lot of time and hassle while you’re out. You can then conveniently charge anywhere, even while you’re waiting in line! Don’t ...

1. Purchase Tickets in Advance Picking out your tickets ahead of time is super important. You can purchase them online and there are several to choose from. There are also good discounts online from time to time and you can bypass waiting in the ticket line when you arrive at the parks. Everything is conveniently stored on your MagicBand and ...

6. Make FastPass+ Reservations This is one of the most crucial parts of the planning process. As a Disney Resort guest, you can make selections up to 60 days prior to your trip or 30 days prior if you’re staying off property. Guests can select three options per day, which will significantly decrease your time waiting in line. Don’t make ...

5. Order Groceries Ordering groceries might not seem like something you’d typically do while on vacation. However, it may end up saving you money and time. Chances are you won’t want or need to eat out for every meal. Sometimes you might crave a quick snack on the fly. If you stock up on a few goodies for your room, ...

4. Make Dining Reservations A majority of restaurants here at Disney fill up fast. There are plenty to choose from, but limited opportunities to enjoy them unless you make reservations in advance. Six months prior to your trip, it’s best to start thinking about where you want to eat. Eating out for every meal might not be necessary but making ...

3. Prepare for the Weather This may seem like an obvious step, but it’s definitely worth mentioning. Take a look at the weather forecast for your trip before attempting to pack your suitcase. The weather fluctuates quite a bit here, so it’s important to think ahead. The summer months are typically hot and rainy. Fall and spring are typically mild ...

10. Take Small Steps If you want to reduce stress, plan your trip in steps. The preliminary steps of planning should include booking your hotel and airfare. By the time you reach the six-month mark before your trip begins, you’ll be able to do a lot more. This is when you can start making dining arrangements, among other things. Each ...

9. Do Research No matter how many times you’ve visited Disney World, you’ll want to keep current. Research plays a key component in this and you’ll be more prepared going into your trip if you put in the time. Utilize books, the web, and other reliable sources to keep you in the know of what’s going on at Disney World. ...

8. Make an Itinerary Not everyone likes to partake in depth-planning. In fact, many guests like to enjoy their trip at a leisurely pace and be in the moment. Although that’s a great strategy, it’s important to plan some things. Disney is no stranger to crowds, so that makes it harder to completely “wing it.” Compiling a brief itinerary of ...

7. Create a Budget This is not a fun step by any means. Who wants to think about finances while on vacation? However, visiting Disney World can be pricey and it’s important to be realistic about how much you’re able and willing to spend. You don’t have to break the bank to stay here. In fact, there are several ways ...