food IS a theme park
Now’s the time to stock up on your Disney essentials!
Disney World
Heads up, fellow Disney Adults — these staples for your Disney vacation are on sale for a limited time, so snag them while they last!
For years now, the question has been what water bottle is best for a trip to Disney World. We’ve tried out dozens upon dozens, and often, we come down to two — Stanley and Owala.
Ariel Owala Water Bottle
Both brands are great for the parks, and we’ve very rarely been let down by either. It often comes down to personal preference, but one of our reporters recently tried an Owala for the first time in the parks and was absolutely mind-blown. When we polled the rest of the team, the updated numbers show that Owala is being chosen over Stanley for very good reasons!
Heading to this year’s Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party in Magic Kingdom? Don’t come unprepared!
Magic Kingdom at night during Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
The ultra-popular, separately ticketed Halloween party happens on select nights from August 7th through October 31st at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, and it’s packed with tons of fun — including trick-or-treating, live entertainment, lower ride wait times, special treats, and exclusive character meet-and-greets! While this event can be a total blast, it’s still best to prepare for some possible pitfalls ahead of time. There are some Amazon essentials you can grab RIGHT NOW that will help you have the best party experience possible!
Disney World is HOT nearly every day of summer, but this week has been something else.
Stanley IceFlow
Thanks to a heat wave, temperatures have been sitting in the upper 90s, while the real feel has brought the heat of the days to feel closer to 110 degrees Fahrenheit some days. Staying hydrated in Disney World is always important, but with heat as intense as this, it becomes essential that the water you’re drinking is also cold, if at all possible. Very few people are tempted to drink warm water, especially enough to keep them safely hydrated, but cold water is a different story. We’ve tested out LOTS of water bottles in the parks, trying to find the best one, and there’s ONE that clearly came out, even in 100° heat.
I LOVE soda — especially when it’s a crisp Diet Coke from a Disney resort or theme park!
My yummy Diet Coke
But one of my biggest pet peeves when I get a soda is having to carry it around in a paper cup that is constantly sweating from the heat, or having to use three straws for one drink after the soda soaks up each paper straw in five minutes. These finds on Amazon solve all of my problems, so all I have to worry about is when the next time I can grab a soda is!
It’s safe to say that we’re BIG fans of these souvenirs!
Rapunzel Owala
It’s easy to find Disney souvenirs and essentials on Amazon, but not every single one is a winner. However, after buying a whole bunch ourselves over the years, we’ve discovered some favs that have yet to let us down. Let’s check out some picks that you can grab RIGHT NOW online at Amazon!
Don’t overpay for this fun Disney World souvenir!
Moana signing autographs
It’s no surprise that you can find many souvenirs similar to the ones at the Disney Parks online for CHEAPER prices on Amazon! In fact, one essential — especially for Disney fans looking to meet their favorite characters — is one such item that we recommend buying before your next Disney World vacation!
As you’ve heard us say time and time again, staying hydrated at Disney World is genuinely one of the most underrated parts of trip planning.
We love Owalas!
You’re outside for hours, walking miles in the Florida heat, sweating through every layer you thought was a good idea, and if you’re not actively keeping up with your water intake, your body will let you know about it. Buying bottled water every time you get thirsty adds up fast, too, and nobody wants to drop $5+ on water every few hours when that money could go toward a DOLE Whip. That’s why having a reliable reusable water bottle is one of the smartest packing decisions you can make, and after testing the Owala Disney Princess FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle during a full park day, I’m officially a convert.
As a DFB reporter, I spent a LOT of time in Magic Kingdom, day after day. So I know what you actually need for the park and what you can leave at home.
Magic Kingdom’s Cinderella Castle
Packing for your Disney World vacation can feel overwhelming, but we’re here to help! There are six essentials we are saying are ones you actually need at Magic Kingdom. Sure, can other items make your day easier? Yes. But, these are the items I would be sure you packed!
If you’re new to Disney Food Blog, then you need to know that we’re in Disney World basically 24/7. The Florida heat can get brutal (why is it 90 degrees in May?!), which is why we’ve tried every single water bottle on the market to see what can withstand the Sunshine State sun and keep our water cold all day long.
We love Owalas!
Our favorites are by far Owala and Hydro Flask water bottles, which we’ve found can keep our water cold from rope drop to fireworks. If you’re looking for a new water bottle, whether you’re headed to Disney or just hanging out at home, then Target has the sale for you – over 90 Owala and Hydro Flask water bottles are up to 25% off!
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