Packing for a Disney trip is hard work, and no matter how many times you go, you often feel like you’ve forgotten something. We know from experience!
ODOCARE Handmade Mouse Ears Headband
That’s why we keep a running list of what some of our favorite items for the parks are, while also keeping an eye out for new ones to add to the list. If you want a super simple list to start out, keeping it short and sweet, here are nine items we think you absolutely need for your upcoming trip.
Keep Your Hair Up in A Cute Way
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Keeping your hair out of your face is essential, especially on hot days, so you might as well do it cutely, right? That’s where the Minnie’s Bow Medium Flat Hair Clip comes in. It’s adorable; it’ll keep your hair nice and secure, and you can certainly use it outside of the parks as well.
The Bag To Carry It All
BAGSMART Water Bottle Holder Bag
Finding a bag that fits all you need without being too big is a constant struggle, but the BAGSMART Magnetic 40oz Water Bottle Holder really helps solve most of our problems. It holds way more than you’d think, and we love that it can fit our large water bottles, so staying hydrated is easier. Don’t underestimate it!
Speaking of Water Bottles
Little Mermaid Owala
On the topic of water bottles, it’s also essential to have one that’s durable, will keep your drink cold all day, and is easy to carry around. Personally, Owala water bottles are some of our favorites, not only because they work incredibly well, but also because some of them are even subtly Disney-themed! They’re great to use when you’re back at home as well as in the parks, meaning there’s never a bad time to use them.
Keep Your Pins Secure
PinFolio Go Pin Display Bag
We love pin trading as much as the next person, but there’s nothing quite as stressful as being afraid you’re going to lose a pin while you’re walking around the parks. The PinFolio bag makes sure they all stay nice and secure and is also super convenient to carry around. This way, you’ve got them all in one safe place, and you can easily add to it as you get more!
Sunscreen That Won’t Let You Down
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Getting a good sunscreen that won’t leave you burnt is so important, as a bad sunburn can ruin your vacation wildly fast. We personally love Supergoop!, especially the lotion, which has SPF 50. It’s a great lotion for every day, no matter if you’re in the parks or at home, and it’s like killing two birds with one stone. Hooray for lotion and sunscreen all in one!
Protect Your Eyes
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You can’t put sunscreen on your eyes, but it’s just as important to protect them from the sun. We recommend the adorable Adult Mouse Sunglasses because not only are they perfect for the parks, but they also have UV protection. It blocks both UVA and UVB, protecting you on multiple fronts.
The Right Shoes
Brooks Ghost 17s
There are lots of shoes out there on the market, and choosing the right ones is essential so your feet aren’t hurting on day one of your trip. We personally are big fans of the Brooks Women’s Ghost 17 Neutral Running Shoes! They’ve never let us down in the parks, are super cute and go with many outfits, and are supportive without being too rigid. We recommend them time and time again and will continue to do so.
Who Doesn’t Love Cute Socks?
Character Socks!
Getting the right socks is also very important for supporting your feet, but why not make them cute at the same time? These Character Socks are some of our favorites, not only because of how they look, but also because they genuinely help support our feet during long days in the parks. What more can we ask for?
Ears That Don’t Cost A Fortune
ODOCARE Minnie Ears from Amazon
While we love ears from Disney, sometimes that price tag is just too much, especially because they often end up hurting our ears. The ODOCARE Handmade Mouse Ears are one of our favorite budget-friendly options online, and we genuinely find them to be very comfortable. Easy to wear for long days, and they go with practically any outfit!
We’ll be sure to keep you updated on all our favorite Disney merchandise finds, so stay tuned to DFB!
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