Short on Cash? Here's How You Can Visit Disney World and Not Blow the Bank

4. Skip the Dining Plan

In theory, the Disney Dining Plan is supposed to save you money. However, the standard dining plan for an adult includes one table-service meal, one counter-service meal and two snacks per day costing around $69. Some guests feel that they’re spending too much because they pay up front for everything, regardless of how much they actually end up eating. Between the rides, character meet & greets, and all the fun, you might not find yourself eating that much throughout the day, so it may be better to eat at your own pace.