Do you ever go on vacation, only to realize you have forgotten something? I have learned that it is better to make a list and check it off as I pack. When you pack for a Disney vacation, it is no different. There are so many things that you need to remember that it can be very overwhelming. The last thing you want to do while on a Disney vacation is find that you have forgotten something like batteries, which can cost a fortune both on the resort and at the park. Be smart by making a list of the items to pack for a Disney Vacation.
I have certain things that I know I will need for any vacation, but packing for Disney is a little different. There are certain things I know I may not need anywhere but for a trip to the parks. Let me share my must have list for every trip to Walt Disney World.
20 Things to Pack for a Disney Vacation:
- Sunscreen
- Poncho
- Power Strip
for the room
- Anti-Chafe Stick to help for heels of feet and inside of legs
- Hat/ Visor/ Sunglasses
- Swimsuit/ Water wings/ Goggles
- Nightlight
- Fan/ Sound Machine
(in case your room is situated next to someone who is loud)
- Toiletries
- Contacts/ Glasses
- Medications (even Advil)/ Band Aids
- Small Snack Bags/ Lollipops (to keep kids happy when lines are long in the park)
- Cell phone/iPad w/ Portable Charger
- Lanyards/ Autograph Books
- Good pair of walking shoes (these are my favorite shoes for Disney)
- Small Soft Cooler (that can fit in your book bag for drinks)
- Costumes (if you are dressing up)
- Wet wipes and/or Hand Sanitizer
- Backpack
or Easy to Carry Traveling Bag to take into park (Check out what I put in my day bag)
- MagicBands/Park Tickets!
What other things would you add to this list?
Read on to find more information to help you plan the most magical Disney trip ever!
Great list! I always forget an extra set of batteries. I would maybe add another SD card for your camera–I take a lot of video on my DSLR so I fill my cards up a little quicker. Over from The SITS Girls!
No tickets needed if staying at a Disney Resort!! Magic Bands… Awesome hands/ticket free invention!
Yes, you can use MagicBands if you are staying at the resort or are an annual pass holder. The rest of the public will still use paper tickets.
We always pack Disney window clings to put on our hotel window!! Makes it easier to spot our room, plus it just makes it fun!!
That’s a great idea. . . . . just thinking. . . . we’ll be celebrating our granddaughters birthday while we’re there. . . . might try to find some birthday window clings. . . . . where can I find some window clings by the way?
Look at Dollar Store. They have tons of Disney items! I am not sure if they have window clings, but they do have Disney Magnets.
You can make your own! Use favorite designs from coloring books, magazines, etc., trace onto wax paper then use Tulip (puff) craft paint to paint them, let dry, peel off, & stick on window. Ta-da, homemade window clings for any occasion! =)
That is a great idea!
powerstrip! If you have lots of electronics (phones/iPads) you run out of outlets quick. Also some thing new we took on our most recent trip was a portable battery charger that had USB ports so when our phone batteries started to get low (using it for the my disney experience app and as our camera) we could charge our phones while walking around the park.
You are so right! They put the outlets in the oddest of places and there are never enough!
Power strip for the room is genius! Great list!
Thanks. That Power Strip is truly a life saver!
Love your list, I always seem to forget my power strip, I need to keep one in my “adventure” bag. Since I am semi local I never know if I am going to stay overnight or not, so my adventure bag is kept in my car for unexpected adventures. I can’t live without my umbrella and mister fan, especially during the summer heat. I got a umbrella from Target that blocks UV rays, it is amazing! Thanks so much for linking up at the Magical Monday Blog hop!
That Mister Fan is a must for summer months at the parks!
As a little special surprise I sometimes will bring an air freshener or wall plug in that has a distinctive scent so that the family whenever they smell the scent again it reminds them of our Magical experience at Disney
That’s a great idea!