How to Save Money at Disney World With Kids
I Took My Family of 5 on a Weeklong Disney Holiday. Here's How I Saved Almost $2,000
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My husband and I decided that the best and most meaningful souvenirs from our trip would be the photos. Disney's Photo Pass, which includes all photos taken by Disney photographers and those taken on rides, will cost you $200. However, if you have a friend of family member who happens to be an annual pass holder, they can link their Disney account to yours. Once your accounts are linked, they can view, download, and forward all of your pictures at no additional cost. Thanks to one of my Disney-obsessed, annual pass-holding family members, we ended up with some amazing family photos and saved $200.
Getting out of the parks sans souvenirs when you have a couple of kids in tow may not be so easy, but it is possible if you go with (and stick to) a budget. We gave our daughter a set amount of money on top of whatever money she had saved from her allowance for the trip. Once the money was spent, that was it.
When it comes to adults and or older children, you should know that mouse ears are all the rage. But at $28 a pair, this must-have accessory doesn't come cheap. Check eBay or Facebook's marketplace for some gently used ears. I was able to score a cute pair of authentic ears at a garage sale for $1, which saved me $27.
On the long ride home, my husband and I tried to pinpoint our favourite moments of the week. We tried to choose our top five, but there were just too many, and it turned into more of a top 50. In other words, we did a lot to save money without feeling like we missed out on anything. And when we return to Disney, we'll do it all again.