A Disney World vacation is by no means cheap. However, in addition to things you would expect to pay for, such as Resort stay and park tickets, here are 5 sneaky ways Disney World gets you to spend even MORE!
1. Souvenir Cups
Sure you could head into Gaston’s Tavern in Magic Kingdom for the LeFou’s Brew in an ordinary cup, or you could pay extra for the Souvenir Stein! Opportunities to upgrade your cup are found throughout Disney World.
Learn 11 favorite food keepsakes & souvenir cups that always get us to spend more at Disney World. Those Mickey Straws get me every time!
2. Ticketed Events
As if buying park tickets was not enough, Disney World also sells separate tickets for events such as Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. These exclusive holiday parties occur select nights during fall & winter at Magic Kingdom. Then there are tours and dessert parties to consider as well! The opportunity to add MORE to your vacation are plentiful.
3. Park Hopper
If you start your morning at Magic Kingdom and want to end your day at Epcot, you will need a park hopper pass for that. Otherwise your park ticket includes entry to only 1 park in a day. With park hopper guests can come and go between parks as they please. It is a very enticing offer and Disney gets many to add park hoppers to their vacation. In fact, some will not even consider going without it!
4. Special Park Merchandise
Head to Epcot during a Festival, such as Food & Wine and you will find exclusive festival merchandise. Pictured above are special edition Mickey ears, from a recent Food & Wine Festival. Special merchandise also pops up during park anniversaries, for upcoming Disney movies and more. The special and limited time merchandise is definitely one way gets guests to spend more.
5. Parking
For those driving to Disney World, parking costs is another sneaky way Disney gets you to spend more. Be prepared by knowing the cost of parking & more tips.
Also Read: 10+ Advanced Reservations for Disney World
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