Don’t Buy This at Disney World — Here’s the Cheaper, Better Version

First up, don’t buy a FuelRod in the parks.

Trust me, I’ve done it. It is wildly expensive, and you can get the exact same product on Amazon, from the exact same company. What’s so great about FuelRods is that you’re able to swap them out for a fully charged one for free around Disney World, and that alone is worth every penny.

You can grab Autograph Books online, too.

This ships directly from the Disney Store, if that’s something you value, so it’s still an “official” autograph book. This one even comes with a pen, whereas most of the ones you find in the parks you’ll have to buy a pen separately. This is only $12, which is a total score.

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If you do want to buy pens, grab a set beforehand, like this Lilo & Stitch Pen Set.

It’s a pack of 3 for $6, each one featuring a different character from Lilo & Stitch. I think Stitch would totally approve of this pen when he’s signing your new autograph book.

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Bubble Wands can cost you $40 in the park, but you can grab them cheaper online.

Once again, this is shipped directly from Disney, so it’s a real Buzz Lightyear bubble wand. Don’t forget to grab some extra ubble soap too, so you don’t have to pay to refill your wand in the parks.

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Don’t forget to bring a Waterproof Poncho!

It’s Florida. It’s going to rain. If you know it’s going to rain, you might as well come prepared so you don’t have to wear the overpriced plastic trashbag all day. These are reusable, fold up to throw in a backpack, and are one of our favorite products.

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That goes for Umbrellas, too.

This one protects you from the sun and a bit of rain. It is super compact and fits in its own carrier and will help battle the Florida sun and storms. Again, it’s probably going to rain on your trip at one point or another, so this can be a super easy way to save some money. As someone who has purchased an umbrella in Disney Springs, I promise this one is cheaper.

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You can also carry a small First Aid Kit.

I’m someone who always needs Band-Aids, Advil, and probably some Pepto, too. Do yourself a favor and bring a small pack of all of your go-to medications, so not only do you not have to pay an outrageous price for medications, you don’t have to go searching for them across Disney World when you need them (guilty!).

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Beyond the everyday rainstorms, you’ll need to be prepared for the Florida heat, and this Handheld Fan is a great way to do that.

You can buy fans in the park, but not only is it probably bigger than you want, but it’s also totally more expensive than you want. This fan is super small, and you won’t even notice the weight in your backpack. It also doubles as a power bank!

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If you’re not picky with your Disney tees, there’s plenty to buy beforehand, like this Living with the Land T-shirt.

There are so many Disney tees online for all of your favorite rides, characters, snacks, and more. This shirt is only $20, whereas they can be $30 or more in the parks. What I like to do is save my Disney shirts for the parks so they feel more unique and special than wearing them at home.

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For another shirt option, check out this Pirates of the Caribbean Shirt.

I think most dads love Pirates of the Caribbean, and this shirt comes in a variety of colors to celebrate that love. Some members of the family might not care if they get their shirts beforehand or in the parks, so this is a great way to save some extra money.

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