5 Must Have Items to Buy Before Going to Disney World

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Are you planning a much-anticipated vacation to Walt Disney World? Well, we are heading back to Disney World in the next two months. I even booked our FastPass+ reservations earlier this week. So excited! Therefore it is just about that time to stock up on items, we need to buy before going to Disney World again.

If you are also going to Disney World soon, keep in mind the following advice. See stores in and around the park offer many things you’ll probably need throughout the trip. But prices are much higher than they are in other stores.

So don’t end up paying top-dollar for things you could have bought inexpensively back home. See there are a few things to buy before going to Disney. It may require you to pack an extra suitcase. But, the money you save is totally worth it.

Read on now…

5 Must Have Items to Buy Before Going to Disney World

1. Backpack or Messenger Bag

You’ll  have all sorts of things to carry around the park with you, especially when you take younger kids. One solution is to buy a large backpack or messenger bag before going to Disney. Backpacks, as well as, smaller totes are pretty pricey in the Disney World gift shops. However, they’re usually reasonably priced in dollar stores or supermarkets in your neighborhood.

Some local-to-you stores even carry Disney character themed bags. So you can still carry your stuff from point a to point b in true Mickey style.

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2. Rain Ponchos

Unexpected rain can really put a damper on your day at the park. This is especially true, if you aren’t prepared. Disposable rain ponchos cost very little in stores. They also easily fit in a backpack or messenger bag.

If you don’t have them with you and get caught in the rain, you’ll end up paying quite a lot extra for rain gear from the gift shop. Unless, of course, you prefer to head back to your hotel room and wait for the weather to clear. So, therefore rain ponchos are a must buy before going to Disney.

3. Disney-Themed Apparel

The souvenir stores at Disney World stock a wide variety of Disney-themed apparel. Of course, management hopes you’ll buy and wear around the park. But, buying just a couple t-shirts for every member of your group can cost a fortune.

If you shop for these clothing and accessories before the trip, you’ll spend much less. Not only will you spend less money, but probably make you feel less tempted to buy more on the trip.

4. Souvenirs

Souvenirs can easily add up to be the biggest expense you rack up during your Walt Disney World vacation. So save yourself a ton of money. How? By buying souvenirs before your trip. Make it fun by keeping them a secret from your family, then giving them out at the hotel.

They won’t mind that their gifts came from a store at home rather than a gift shop in the park. It’s extremely simple to find all sorts of Disney-themed souvenirs online. Plus, you can even buy stuff from the Disney Store itself. Make the process easier by having the souvenirs delivered right to your hotel room. Many hotels and resorts readily allow you to do so.

5. Snacks

Exploring a park as big as Disney World is sure to build up an appetite. While meal prices aren’t outrageous at some of the counter-service restaurants, buying snacks for your family every few hours is going to put a strain on your wallet.

Instead of paying for food in or near the park, buy snacks in bulk from the supermarket. You can even leave them in your hotel room. Then, everybody can head back to rest up and grab a bite to eat rather than spending money whenever you get hungry.

It makes sense that the more money you save on these items, the more you’ll have to put toward other aspects of the trip.  So, all of the above items I recommend to buy before going to Disney. Remember, with lots of advance planning a Disney World vacation doesn’t have to break the bank!