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✨ How Our Family Saves Money at Disney — Part 2: While We’re There!
The little expenses add up! Here’s how we make room in our budget for the Disney experiences we love.
🛒 We don’t buy all our food on Property.
Pack nonperishable breakfast foods and snacks, or place a grocery delivery order. You can bring food into the parks! We still buy our share of Disney meals and treats—we’re just strategic about when we do it. Having something in the bag helps avoid buying a snack every time someone gets hungry.
🍟 We share Quick Service meals.
Two meals are often enough for the three of us to share. Look at portions before automatically ordering everyone a meal—you can always get more! Adults can also order from the kids’ menu at Quick Service locations when paying out of pocket. Great for a smaller appetite!
🚌 We use free Disney transportation.
Staying at a Disney resort? You may not need a rental car! Budget for an Uber or Lyft between the airport and your resort, then use Disney’s buses, Skyliner, boats and monorails where available. Sometimes getting there is part of the fun!
🏊 We schedule resort days.
Break up those park days. Your feet will thank you! Enjoy your resort’s pool, explore other resorts, visit Disney Springs, stroll the BoardWalk or play mini-golf. A day without a park ticket can still be a favorite vacation day!
✂️ We choose Harmony Barber Shop for a little extra magic.
A haircut on Main Street is a less expensive way to make your little one feel special than a full Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique makeover. Ask about a sprinkle of pixie dust! Bring a princess dress or Prince Charming outfit from home to complete the moment. Book ahead!
⚡ We don’t automatically buy Lightning Lane passes.
We often buy them for Magic Kingdom, but not necessarily the other parks. It depends on crowds, our priorities and how much we want to fit in. Decide park by park instead of adding them to every day.
❤️ Save on the little things. Splurge on the memories.
Want help planning a Disney trip that fits your family and your budget? Send me a message!
The little expenses add up! Here’s how we make room in our budget for the Disney experiences we love.
🛒 We don’t buy all our food on Property.
Pack nonperishable breakfast foods and snacks, or place a grocery delivery order. You can bring food into the parks! We still buy our share of Disney meals and treats—we’re just strategic about when we do it. Having something in the bag helps avoid buying a snack every time someone gets hungry.
🍟 We share Quick Service meals.
Two meals are often enough for the three of us to share. Look at portions before automatically ordering everyone a meal—you can always get more! Adults can also order from the kids’ menu at Quick Service locations when paying out of pocket. Great for a smaller appetite!
🚌 We use free Disney transportation.
Staying at a Disney resort? You may not need a rental car! Budget for an Uber or Lyft between the airport and your resort, then use Disney’s buses, Skyliner, boats and monorails where available. Sometimes getting there is part of the fun!
🏊 We schedule resort days.
Break up those park days. Your feet will thank you! Enjoy your resort’s pool, explore other resorts, visit Disney Springs, stroll the BoardWalk or play mini-golf. A day without a park ticket can still be a favorite vacation day!
✂️ We choose Harmony Barber Shop for a little extra magic.
A haircut on Main Street is a less expensive way to make your little one feel special than a full Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique makeover. Ask about a sprinkle of pixie dust! Bring a princess dress or Prince Charming outfit from home to complete the moment. Book ahead!
⚡ We don’t automatically buy Lightning Lane passes.
We often buy them for Magic Kingdom, but not necessarily the other parks. It depends on crowds, our priorities and how much we want to fit in. Decide park by park instead of adding them to every day.
❤️ Save on the little things. Splurge on the memories.
Want help planning a Disney trip that fits your family and your budget? Send me a message!
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