food IS a theme park
It’s certainly no secret that we’re at Disney World all the time, but that also means we know what’s essential to bring with you — and what you can leave at home.
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We’ve tested a TON of products out in the parks, so you can trust us when we say that these are some of our favorites, and they make your Disney day go MUCH more smoothly. Whether you’re heading to the parks for Spring Break or summer vacation, chances are you’ll be glad you packed these items!
I go to Disney World for my job as a theme park reporter, and in the past few years of doing that, I’ve packed a park bag over 250 times.
Let’s pack a park bag together!
Yep, that’s right, I did the math, and we’re well into the triple digits here. At home, I have a designated box of theme park supplies and an array of bags to choose from, some specific to the season, park, weather, or itinerary. So today, I’m here to share my expertise with you. Let’s get packing!
The DFB team is in Disney World every single day, so we can bring you the latest news and stories from inside the parks. During our time, we have learned A LOT about what to do on your Disney day, and we’re sharing those with you.
Magic Kingdom
Our team is in the parks constantly, trying new foods, testing strategies, and learning what actually works (and what definitely doesn’t) when it comes to navigating your day at Disney World. Because we’re there day in and day out, these are the nine rules we follow every single day in the parks, and trust us, you don’t want to ignore them.
Being in Disney World every day means we’ve pretty much gotten it down to a science. One way we can have a smooth trip is by figuring out what you need to pack that are actually essentials vs. what everyone just tells you to buy.
FuelRod
Here are three essentials you can grab on Amazon right now that will make your next trip so much easier. From battery packs you can keep fully charged, to a rain poncho you’ll be thanking yourself for packing, heed our warning and grab these while you can!
Figuring out what to pack in your Disney parks bag can be a challenge.
Stickers Loungefly
You want to be prepared for everything from warm weather to phone batteries dying. We go to Disney World every day, so we thought we would show you the six items we always carry in our park bag so that you will have no regrets!
Planning a trip to Disney World can be overwhelming. You need to figure out how you are going to get there, purchase park tickets, plan your dining reservations, and so much more.
Cinderella Castle in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom
And then you realize you also need to figure out what you need to bring with you while you are in the parks. You don’t want to miss anything, but you also don’t want to be weighed down with unnecessary items. [Read more…]
Souvenirs are all part of the Disney World experience. You walk into the Emporium on Main Street USA, take one look at the colorfully stocked shelves, and before you know it your arms are full of 5 stuffed animals, 2 mugs, and a Spirit Jersey, and you’re standing there wondering “How did this even happen?”
Magic Kingdom
Yup, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of buying souvenirs during your Disney trip. But as your friends here at DFB, we’re gonna let you in on the souvenirs you should totally stay away from and save a bit of that extra cha-ching in your pocket for something a little more worth it (and maybe even an extra snack or two).
If you’ve been to Disney World before, you know that you go through security when you arrive at the parks.
Spaceship Earth in EPCOT
The check usually includes a walk through an advanced scanning device, and then you’re on your merry way. They’re looking out for prohibited items like weapons, pyrotechnics, and even selfie sticks. However, sometimes items that are totally fine to have in the parks will set off the scanners, and then you’ll be subjected to a very thorough bag check! Here are some of the super random items that have caused us problems in the past.
“I’M GOING TO DISNEY WORLD!” If that famous phrase applies to YOU, then you definitely want to be up to speed on all the latest tips and tricks to make sure your vacation is the best it can be.
Welcome to Disney World!
You may already be familiar with the tried-and-true tips, or even with some of the more recent major additions to a Disney Parks vacation, like the necessary booking of Park Pass reservations and the Disney Genie service (though if you’re in need of a starting point, we have one for you here). We’ll chat about those today, but we’re going to take a bit of a deeper dive with our list of the Best Tips for Anyone Going to Disney World! [Read more…]
Have you noticed those portable charger stations around Disney? Ever wondered how they work?
FuelRods can be found all around the parks!
These stations are for FuelRods, a super easy way to ensure your phone stays fully charged throughout those long days in the parks! Nowadays you pretty much have to be on your phone at Disney Parks to use Genie+ and Mobile Order, or even if you’re just taking pictures and videos, which can quickly drain your battery. A portable charger is a must, and FuelRods are a convenient choice!
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