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Planning a trip to Disney World? Get ready — not just for magic, but for a little bit of classic Florida chaos in the skies.
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For the next two weeks, the Florida weather is throwing out a little bit of everything: warm sunshine, surprise thunderstorms, and temps creeping up into the 90s. Here’s a look at what you need to pack to stay prepared for whatever your day at the most magical place on earth may entail.
You might think of us as Disney experts (and we are!) but did you know that we’re also packing experts?
Let’s pack!
We travel all over, from Disneyland and Disney World to Aulani Resort and so much more, so believe us when we say we know how to pack a carry-on bag.
Picture this: You’re strolling through Magic Kingdom, soaking in the enchantment, when suddenly the skies open up. In a blink, you’re caught in a classic Florida downpour. Your magical day is at risk of becoming a soggy disaster. But fear not, fellow Disney enthusiasts!
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We’ve got three budget-friendly essentials that’ll keep your park adventure on track, come rain or shine. Our team has put these items through their paces in the parks, and we’re excited to share our findings with you. Let’s dive into the must-haves that’ll have you feeling like you’ve got a bit of Disney magic in your backpack!
Let’s be honest — a Disney trip is magical, but it can also be a bit like running a marathon while juggling in unpredictable weather. You know those moments when you’re standing in line, your phone battery is at 2%, it starts raining, and somehow your backpack has turned into a black hole where nothing can be found? We’ve all been there. But here’s the good news: with a little preparation and these carefully selected Amazon finds, you can tackle whatever the parks throw at you.
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We’ve tested and curated this list to help you handle everything from sudden Florida downpours to the dreaded dead phone battery. These aren’t just random gadgets — they’re practical solutions that will actually make your park day better (and maybe save you from having to buy overpriced replacements in the gift shops).
You fit into one of two categories.
It’s time to pack!
You either LOVE packing because you love organizing and it makes you super excited about your Disney vacation, OR you hate packing and it’s the last thing on earth you’d like to do. No matter which category you fall into, we have news that’ll help ya and make packing for Disney World even more exciting. Let’s go!
If you’re a regular at the Disney Parks, then there’s a 99.9% chance you’ve seen Loungefly bags all over.
Well, time to buy more Loungeflys.
Whether you’ve seen them in the gift shops, on the backs of other park goers, or in your own luggage, Loungefly backpacks are a popular souvenir for many. What makes them so popular is that they aren’t just a fun souvenir. They’re also an adorable accessory and a great TOOL. They’re the perfect size for a great park bag — as they’re large enough to hold all of your park necessities but small enough to stow away on rides. We recommend these bags to folks all. the. time. However, there’s one instance when we suggest leaving the Loungefly at home.
If you’ve all but given up on trying to pack efficiently for Disney World, we’ve totally been there.
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Yep, we’ve been that person trying to rearrange bags at check-in so that our suitcase is light enough to check. We’ve humiliated ourselves in the middle of the airport by sitting on our carry-on to get it to zip. That second-zipper-suitcase-extender-thingy is ALWAYS unzipped on our suitcases. We’ve been there! Thankfully, we’ve learned a few tips and tricks along the way to remedy those issues, and we might’ve just found a product that features several of our best hacks.
It’s officially that time of the year. We’re entering the hottest months at Disney World.
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Not only is it unbearably hot with an incredibly high UV index, it’s also muggy and humid — which makes it feel even hotter. We see several Disney World visitors lugging portable fans into the parks, only to drop them on rides or for their batteries to die or for them to lose charge. Frankly, we often find them to be a waste of money. We have a solution that will allow you to stay cool all day long without any batteries, charging, or pixie dust necessary.
When we think of our happy place, Disney World ties with somewhere else. Amazon.
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Yep, we could spend hours scrolling through the endless list of things we do and don’t need, inspired to suddenly redecorate the house and curate a whole new wardrobe for a trip that isn’t even planned yet. When you combine Disney with Amazon, you’ve got a pretty darn irresistible situation on your hands. Amazon houses TONS of Disney items that tempt us daily, and today, we’re going to share some of those with you all. Yep, if we had to be tempted by them, you do too.
When you think about Disney, you typically imagine blue skies, sunshine, and Florida heat!
Sunshine, blue skies, and Florida HEAT!
While the Florida heat is all too real, especially throughout the summer, it can get cold FAST in Florida — with little to no warning! There have been times when we’ve packed for a week long trip, expecting high temperatures and sunshine, but ended up having to buy sweatshirts and ponchos because it got CHILLY!
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