food IS a theme park
If you’re going to Disney World and won’t have access to a car, you’ll need a way to get around the resort.
Rideshare sign
And although Disney World has an excellent transportation system, sometimes you might need to book a rideshare, especially if you’re in a rush or need to travel quickly from one Disney World location to another. We use rideshare services at Disney World A LOT, so we’re going to break down our best tips and tricks based on everything we’ve learned along the way.
Sometimes, there’s no better feeling than bypassing that super long Disney World bus line after the Magic Kingdom fireworks, knowing your rideshare will be pulling up in a few minutes and you’ll be riding in cool comfort straight to your hotel. You’ll probably beat that bus line by a good 30 minutes, and maybe more.
See ya, bus riders!
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have become even more important for Disney World visitors since the free Magical Express transportation between the Orlando International Airport and Disney hotels has been discontinued. But rideshares just got more expensive, and we’ve got a quick look at WHY.
There’s one topic of conversation that’s been on a lot of people’s minds lately. No, we’re not talking about Wordle (but yes, we are obsessed), we’re talking about the news that practically every local TV news station and next-door neighbor can’t stop talking about: gas prices. For those of you planning a trip to Disney World, the rising cost of gas might seriously cut into your snack budget — especially if you’re driving all the way to Orlando!
Ya can’t walk to Disney World, sadly
But even those of you who aren’t bringing your own car to Disney World might feel the impact of higher gas prices. How you may ask? One word: Uber.
There’s no point in sugar-coating it or pretending like it’ll just go away. Let’s face the facts — getting to Disney World from Orlando International Airport is no longer as “easy” and cheap as it used to be.
We will miss you, Magical Express!
At the start of 2022, Disney’s Magical Express concluded its service. A moment of silence, please, for the loss of this iconic service. 😢 Since you can no longer hum your Disney tunes, hop on the Magical Express, and *magically* arrive at your Disney World hotel, you’ll need to figure out what other options you have when it comes to ground transportation from the airport to Disney World. Aside from just what options you have, you may be wondering just how LONG it’ll take you to get from one spot to the other and whether the use of any of these options makes a difference. No worries, we’ve got you covered with EVERYTHING you need to know!
Got a piggy bank at home? Good. Get ready to break that sucker open to afford your next Disney trip. Come to think of it, do you have about 100 piggy banks? ‘Cause, you’re gonna need it! 💵
A Very Magical (and Expensive) Place
Disney World can be EXPENSIVE. We know…shocker! 😉 Depending on how you plan, that price tag can go WAY up. We’ve shared lots of tips on how to save money on your Disney vacation, but there are some unavoidable expenses that you’ll run into along the way. We’re taking a look now at 9 ways that Disney World is going to cost MORE in 2022. [Read more…]
So, you’re going to Disney World and you’ve decided you don’t want to completely rely on the Disney World transportation system. Or, maybe you’re staying at an off-site hotel and need a way to get to and from the resort. Or, you’re just trying to figure out how to get from the Orlando International Airport to your Disney World hotel now that Disney’s Magical Express has been discontinued.
Ah, the Walt Disney World main gate!
Well, unless you’re willing to pay the hefty price of renting a car and then paying to park at your hotel or at the parks, one of your best options might be a rideshare service like Uber. But, how exactly do you use Uber in Disney World? Where can Uber pick you up and drop you off in the parks? And, are there ways to really maximize how you use it? Rest assured — we’re breaking it all down and giving you some of our BEST tips for using Uber at Disney World!
Disney has had some major events take place recently, including the holidays, Disney+ Day, and the start of 50th Anniversary celebrations in Disney World.
Cinderella Castle
There’s another big day coming up very soon! January 10th is going to bring some MAJOR changes to the Disney parks, including ride closures, transportation changes, and new snacks. Here are ALL of the things that will be changing on that day.
In case you missed it, a major Disney World perk is going away in 2022.
Magical Express
That’s right, Disney’s Magical Express airport transportation will be discontinued as of January 1st, 2022, and guests visiting Disney World will have to find other ways to get from Orlando International Airport to their Disney World hotel. We asked our readers (that’s YOU!) about what transportation option you plan to use, and here’s what you said!
2021 has been a BIG year in Disney World, with lots of major changes.
Magic Kingdom
In addition to changing Disney World Annual Passes, Disney has also discontinued or altered many previously “free” perks, like complimentary MagicBands for Disney World Resort hotel guests and Annual Passholders, as well as replacing Extra Magic Hours with the shorter Early Theme Park Entry and the more selective Extended Evening Hours. And now perhaps one of the BIGGEST free Disney World perks will be gone in a few short weeks, and here’s what you need to know.
When it comes to planning a trip to Disney World, budgeting for everything can be a little tricky because there are a lot of variables to consider.
Spaceship Earth — make sure you know all the hidden fees at Disney World before you visit!
First, there’s transportation, whether you’re flying or driving to get to Disney World. Then there are other fees to consider — are you checking baggage on your flight and is there a fee for that? Do you have to pay for airport parking? How much will you spend on food while traveling? The list can go on and on before you ever even get to Orlando!
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