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Laurel took her first trip to Walt Disney World when she was only 18 months old and hasn’t stopped visiting since. Now she enjoys taking her own twins and husband as often as she can. And don’t tell the boys, but sometimes she goes without them, too.

12 Things That Could make Your Disney World Vacation Absolutely Miserable

Hand Sanitizer

3. Getting Sick Getting sick on any vacation is such a bummer, and Disney World is no exception. Bring along a few over-the-counter meds to combat some of the minor maladies, like headaches, colds, or minor stomach upset. If you’re really sick, you can contact your hotel to get the names of local doctors or urgent care centers. Disney World ...

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12 Things That Could make Your Disney World Vacation Absolutely Miserable

Sunblock

4. Sunburn Getting sunburned is not only miserable, it’s also dangerous for your long-term health. Florida sun can be very intense, so be sure to protect yourself even on cloudy days. Sunscreen is a must, and remember to reapply often. Hats can help protect faces, necks, and ears if you choose a style with a wide brim. Specialty clothing with ...

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12 Things That Could make Your Disney World Vacation Absolutely Miserable

Castle balloons

1. Trying to Do it All Hopefully from reading our articles you’re beginning to understand that Walt Disney World is massive. Four theme parks, two water parks, resort hotels, golf courses, Disney Springs and that’s not everything! There is simply no way to do it all in one trip. Trying to do it will definitely make you miserable. Figure out ...

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12 Things That Could make Your Disney World Vacation Absolutely Miserable

Disney Bus

2. Not Having a Transportation Plan My husband recently encountered a couple that was staying at an Orlando Airport area hotel. They wrongly assumed that the hotel would offer a shuttle to Disney World, and had no way to get to the parks. They ended up spending a lot of money that they hadn’t budgeted because they failed to confirm ...

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15 Pricey Experiences That Could Totally Blow Your Budget At Walt Disney World

Animal Kingdom Lodge

14. Savor the Savannah: Evening Safari Experience If you love Animal Kingdom and the Kilimanjaro Safari, you will love a chance to visit the Harambe Wildlife Reserve as part of this special guided tour. In addition to seeing areas of the Reserve not usually accessible to guests, you’ll also enjoy African-inspired tapas and regional beers and wines. This wild experience ...

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15 Pricey Experiences That Could Totally Blow Your Budget At Walt Disney World

The Seas

10.  Splashing into The Seas If you love the ocean, you will want to pay a visit to “The Seas with Nemo and Friends” in Epcot’s Futureworld. But if seeing the animals through the glass isn’t enough, you can dive in to the second largest aquarium in America! Special tours are available that no only take you behind the scenes ...

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15 Pricey Experiences That Could Totally Blow Your Budget At Walt Disney World

Memory Maker Photographer

12. Photographer and Ride Photos There are countless opportunities to have your photo taken at Walt Disney World. From iconic photos like the view down Main Street USA to Cinderella’s Castle and Spaceship Earth to ride photos featuring hilarious expressions as you zip through the darkness of Space Mountain or prepare to get soaked on Splash Mountain, you’re going to ...

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15 Pricey Experiences That Could Totally Blow Your Budget At Walt Disney World

Utilidors

13. Backstage Magic Another special tour available at Walt Disney World, Backstage Magic will give you an in-depth look at how Disney makes the magic. You’ll visit Epcot, Magic Kingdom (including the famous utilidors), the costume and fabrication shops, and have lunch at Fort Wilderness Lodge. This incredible experience will set you back more than a couple hundred dollars per ...

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