Disney World is a vacation in which some planning ahead of time is wise. Since the more you know about a Disney World vacation, the more you can discover. Do not go too far for this information! Below is a list of the 14 top hacks for a perfect Disney World Vacation.
Use a Travel Agent – this one is a no brainer. A Disney Travel comes at no cost to you and gives many free benefits.
Ship Water to your Resort – Save money by shipping water to your Disney Resort. Bottles of water in the parks are 3.00 each!
Buy discounted Disney World gift cards – these can be used to pay towards your Disney vacation, in parks and more. Buy discounted Disney Gift cards at warehouse clubs such as BJ’s (online membership not required) and Sams Club (membership required). Or save 5% in store at Target with a Redcard.
Last Minute Dining Reservations – Keep checking, especially as your trip gets closer for last minute cancellations.
Look Over Menus – Disney makes it easy to preview Disney World restaurant menus on the My Disney Experience App. Make sure everyone in your group will enjoy the food.
Best times to visit Disney World – If possible, travel in the “off-season”. Such as January or May. Read the Best time of the year to visit Disney World for a monthly guide on visiting.
Worst times to visit Disney World – Avoid the 8 worst times to visit Walt Disney World. They are centered around holidays and school breaks and tend to be more expensive.
Portable Charger – Checking your phone for the time, taking pictures & videos and using the My Disney Experience app all use phone battery. Bring a portable charger, consider a FuelRod.
Pressed Pennies – Save on your souvenir budget by starting a pressed pennies collection. They are found throughout Disney parks and Resorts. Grab one from your favorite attraction, or a penny from around the world.
Get to the Parks Early – So much can be accomplished during those early morning hours prior to the parks filling up, making rope-drop worth it.
Rider Switch – Makes traveling with little ones a breeze, learn how to use today.
Galactic Hero on Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin – Learn how to score 999,999 on Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin and get a pin or button.
Walt Disney World Railroad – There are train tracks that circle Magic Kingdom. Take the train from the back of the park to the front, for a must needed rest. There are 3 stops: Frontierland, Fantasyland and Main Street, U.S.A.
To the left, to the left – Since crowds instinctively go to the right, go to the left and encounter less people. This includes entering parks and quick service restaurants that utilize both sides of the register.
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