The CHEAPEST Day at Walt Disney World

Okay, let’s be honest here: a Walt Disney World vacation is expensive!

We definitely understand that, but we love the parks, and we want to keep going back over and over again — and we know many of you feel the same way! How do you ‘go home’ when you’re on a budget?

Today, we’re sharing our tips for how to have the cheapest day at Disney World!

Stay Off-Site

GASP! I know, we went there right out the gate. To die-hard Disney fans, suggesting an off-site stay can be slightly controversial, but it could be worth it if it helps you save lots of bucks!

There are tons of great choices in the Disney Springs area of the Walt Disney World Resort, and many of them have the same perks as Disney-owned resort hotels. Besides that, you’ll likely be able to find a hotel or Airbnb for really cheap even further off-site. When you’re calculating your costs, make sure to factor in gas/transportation and parking fees to ensure that you’re saving money!

Shop the Special Offers Tab

There’s a very important place on the Walt Disney World website that you NEED to check out when planning your trip — the Special Offers tab! This page contains a list of all the current discounts and deals on Disney Resorts and tickets, and you could save hundreds or thousands by making use of these offers.

If you’re intent on staying on-site, make sure to continuously check this page, even after you’ve booked. If a new deal is added after you’ve already booked your trip, you may be able to call Disney and have it added to your current package!

Bring Your Own Food

Guests are allowed to bring their own food and beverages into the parks, which can be very helpful if you’re trying to save money! You don’t have to eat pricey Disney food for every meal — you can make your own picnic-style lunch in the parks if you want to. Learn more about how to get groceries delivered to Walt Disney World here if you think you wanna give Disney picnicking a try!

If trying out a few Disney World restaurants is on your to-do list, then we recommend skipping the Table Service spots to save a few dollars. You can still find delicious eats at Disney’s Quick Service dining locations…just so long as you know where to look! Also, adults are welcome to order off the kids’ menus at these “fast food” places, which are usually a few dollars cheaper.

Also make sure to bring your own refillable water bottles! There are bottle refill stations in the parks, and you can pick up free cups of ice water at Quick Service restaurants and some snack stands. Don’t waste money buying bottled drinks in the parks!

Come Prepared

When packing for your trip, make sure to buy all the things that you may need for the parks ahead of time. Bring your own ponchos, medicine, bandages, water bottles, snacks, and anything else that you may need in an unexpected situation.

Many of these things are a LOT more expensive once you arrive at Disney World property, so buy them ahead of time at your local store. You don’t want to pay a premium if you find yourself in a situation where you need this stuff!

Make Use of Discounts and Specials

You’ll often find specials on meals, merchandise, or other things around the parks, resorts, and Disney Springs. Shop those sales and deals to save!

Also make use of different discounts if they apply to you! Groups like Annual Passholders, DVC Members, members of the military, AAA members, and Florida Residents may be able to score extra savings that other guests can’t. If you’re not sure if there’s a deal available, don’t be afraid to ask!

Don’t Buy More Than You Need

This is perhaps the biggest tip you need to know for your Disney vacation — avoid overspending! For instance, you may not need park tickets for every day of your trip, especially if you’re visiting for a while. You’ll definitely want to take that rest day to recoup, and skipping a day could save you hundreds.

Also don’t splurge for the “extras” that you won’t use. Park Hopper add-ons are a chief example of this. It’s pretty exhausting to park hop and you may not even want to after a long morning. Many guests buy this feature and then don’t even use it!

Another great example is the Disney Dining Plan. When it’s available, many guests purchase it thinking that it’s going to save their family money, when in fact, it’s costing them more than they would spend on food without the plan. Make sure to crunch those numbers!

No matter how big your budget is, there are plenty of ways that you can make a Disney World vacation more affordable! We know that it’s a big investment in general, but every dollar saved counts. Stay tuned to AllEars for more money-saving tips in the parks!

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Do you have a tight budget when you go to Disney? Or are you a big spender? How do you save money on the magic?

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