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Incidentals Occasionally surprise needs do pop on a vacation.  The umbrella and ponchos your forgot, cold weather gear you did not know you would need or over the counter medication you forgot to pack will all cost a bit more to replace on the Disney property.  The obvious remedy is to plan ahead and cover all your bases when packing ...

Vacation Prep Needs The vacation preparation cost of traveling to Walt Disney World is fairly in line with vacation preparation expenses you would incur for any vacation. Some vacation prep costs include things like sunscreen, gear and clothing for the trip and the cost of a pet boarder or house sitter. While this cost is not unique to a Disney ...

10. Casey’s Corner Footlong Combo. Its no secret that Casey’s Corner has some incredible hot dogs available for guests to enjoy on Main Street U.S.A. Guest may not know about the great deal that is the foot long hotdog on Casey’s menu. For around two dollars more than the classic sized combo guests can enjoy a foot long hotdog. This ...

9. During the New Year Celebration. There is no better place to ring in the New Year than at Walt Disney World. Incredible fireworks displays, towers of champagne available for guests to purchase and parks buzzing with guests and excitement are all high points of celebrating in a Walt Disney World park.  

10. The Festive Christmas Season When the Resort Is Decked Out. Walt Disney World does the Christmas season in a big way with trees, décor, food, shows and special holiday attractions around the parks and resorts.  Spending a day resort hopping to see Christmas décor that fits the resort theme, buying gingerbread and hot chocolate while watching the holiday parade ...

8. To Cheer On Competitors In A Run Disney Race Weekend. If you have never cheered on runners during a Run Disney event at Walt Disney World you should add it to your must do list.  Race weekends generally begin on Friday morning with a 5k race, a Saturday 10k and a half marathon later in the weekend.  The runner ...

7. Around All Hallows Eve When The Magic Kingdom Is Decorated for Fall. Visiting the Magic Kingdom in the fall is incredibly fun.  Pumpkins line the ledges on Main Street U.S.A, autumn bunting is draped from every window and the park takes on a fun and spooky air after dark.  Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party is a fun ticketed ...

5. When Delicious Flavors Are Abundant at The Food and Wine Festival. Foodies and winos from around the country flock to Epcot each fall to enjoy the tastes of globe around World Showcase.  Top-notch musical groups, show stopping décor and of course delicious food and drink are the hallmark of this Disney event each year.  There is no doubt that ...

6. When Topiaries and Flowers Flood Epcot During The Flower and Garden Show. Disney horticulturalists and florists display their incredible talent each spring at Epcot’s Flower and Garden Show. Gardening classes, flower exhibits and Disney topiary displays that take the form of characters are placed around each country of World Showcase.  The opportunity to bask in the sheer beauty of ...

3. Or A Small Couples Getaway. Conversely, an intimate couples trip to Walt Disney World has an appeal all its own.  Traveling with a smaller group means you can make the trip as regimented or loose as you prefer or you can strike a balance between the two.  Moonlight fireworks, street bands at Disney Springs and incredible romantic dining are ...