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Pool and Water Park Necessities Remembering to pack any pool and water park materials your family needs will save you serious money.  Goggles, swim masks, water bomb toys and swim floaters are generally available at Disney resorts but are cheaper when guests remember to bring them from home. Hand Warmers, Gloves, and Hats in Winter Seeing cold weather gear on ...

More Sunscreen Than You Think Is Needed The intense Florida sun is no joke!  From pool time to Disney Springs shopping, alfresco dining and waiting in attraction lines, you will spend plenty of time in the sun on your vacation. Bring more sunscreen than you think you need, just to ensure you don’t run low.  Sunscreen prices on the Disney ...

Planning a Disney trip can be a lot of fun. But deciding what to bring with you into the parks can be a little daunting. Some guests choose the “less is more” approach and take only what fits in their pockets. Others know that they plan to be in the park all day long, they have children with them, or ...

Comfortable Clothing That Can Be Layered Florida weather necessitates layered clothing.  The hot midday sun will make you want to hit the parks in tanks and shorts to stay as cool as possible.  Depending on the time of year you are visiting you may need to bring cold weather layers like sweatshirts and windbreakers as well. January and February trips ...

If You Need Help or Directions Ask a Cast Member Walt Disney World is a fun vacation destination with plenty of cast members that are more than happy to help you.  If you need directions, advice or assistance just ask.  The only “dumb” question is the one unasked. The Disney team wants you to have a fun, relaxing and magical ...

Research the FastPass Plus System Before Your Trip Researching the FastPass system and reserving FastPasses before your trip are important contributing factors in your park coverage success (60 days for Resort guests and 30 days out for non-resort guests). Snagging FastPasses to a few of your family’s must do rides a few weeks in advance of your trip will ensure ...

Disney Chase Visa Cardholders May Enjoy Park Perks Disney’s Chase Visa card has perks that extend beyond the cash back points you receive.  Chase card members should keep an eye open during Disney vacations to take advantage of any exclusive cardholder perks.  Air conditioned phone charging stations in Epcot’s World Showcase, a lounge at Food and Wine Festival and a ...

Great Childcare Options Are Available There are childcare options at several of the Disney resorts on the property.  Disney childcare is like a kid’s camp where your little one can have fun with friends and cast members while you enjoy a romantic evening out, some adult time at the pool or extra magic hours.  Guest services can assist in booking ...

Your Kids May Enjoy the Resort as Much as the Parks Speaking of Walt Disney World resorts, there is a chance that your children may have just as much fun at your hotel as in the parks.  With incredible themed pools, activity counselors that play with kids, game rooms, outdoor movies, bike rentals and other recreation options available at Disney ...

Staying On Disney Property May Be Cheaper Similarly, Disney resorts have a reputation for being the most expensive and lavish hotel option for Disney vacationers. Plenty of articles discuss the opportunity cost of staying off the property in regards to the lost park time, parking fees and stress.  All those factors aside, take the time to price Disney lodging, you ...