Disney World is very good at convincing us to spend money. Suddenly, a $40 tumbler feels essential because it has tiny Orange Birds on it. A $90 backpack becomes a vacation investment. And after walking through EPCOT for six hours, you may be prepared to hand over your credit card to anyone offering comfortable shoes and an air-conditioned chair.
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Some pricier purchases really do earn their place in your suitcase, though. We’re talking about the things our Disney experts have owned for years, carried through multiple vacations, and used far beyond the parks. They cost more upfront, but they don’t fall apart after one humid afternoon or disappear into the back of a closet once the vacation is over. Break the price down by the number of times you’ll actually use them, and these Disney World splurges start looking surprisingly sensible.
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