Shopping at Disney World is plentiful and purchasing souvenirs is part of the fun! Bring on the Mickey Plush, ears, tees and more. While shopping for your perfect souvenirs on your next Disney World trip, avoid these top 3 shopping mistakes.
Overspending
One way to combat overspending is to use Disney Gift Cards to shop with, bought prior to your trip. Hot Tip: with a Target redcard (credit OR debit) score 5% off Disney Gift Cards. A small savings, however still a savings! Have a set amount to shop with and don’t go over to avoid overspending. Look at the bottom of your most recent receipt for your gift card balance. This works great for children too!
Carrying Around Your Items
Did you know you do not have to carry around your purchases all day? For guests staying at a Disney World Resort, utilize Resort Hotel Delivery and enjoy your park day without carrying bags from your purchases! Instead, arrange to have your souvenirs delivered to your hotel by telling a retail clerk during purchase. Not staying at a Disney World Resort? Any guest may use Souvenir Pick-Up. Have your park merchandise waiting for your at a designated location near the front entrance and not have to carry it around all park day.
Shopping First At Magic Kingdom
It is tempting to shop first at Magic Kingdom, with stores lining Main St USA. However, this is a big mistake! In the morning guests will not want to waste precious morning hours on shopping. Instead, shop in the afternoon when sun is at its peak and enjoy the air-conditioning. In the evening, avoid shopping until the very end. Did you know stores on Main St USA are open up to an hour later than the park?! Therefore, save your shopping for later when everyone else is in line for the busses.
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