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Disney & Universal Park Visit MUSTS (including plus size recs!)
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items I'm plus size and over 40, so there are things I just NEED to make any park visit a good one. It's not high maintenance, it's just smart. ;) These are the best MUST HAVES for your next park trip that you might not think about but NEED.
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My Faves for Disney/Universal Trips!
My Faves for Disney/Universal Trips!
Sometimes you don't know what you need until you get there. Here are a few things you might not have thought about that are great additions to your next park trip.
There's no denying you'll be a hot, sweaty mess at the parks most of the year, BUT if you decide to put on makeup and be a CUTE sweaty mess, then THIS is the setting spray you need! It's waterproof and the most long-lasting way to keep your makeup on...
ONE/SIZE Mattifying Waterproof Setting Spray
I don't know how anyone goes to the parks without a neck fan and a cooling towel. This one is great because it lasts a long time, has adjustable speeds, AND your hair won't get caught in it.
KIDEE Neck Fan, Portable Bladeless
I've purchased these cooling towels on more than one occasion! They're amaaazing for the parks, but also for when you're doing yardwork or going for a walk. These are extra amazing because they come in individual pouches with caribiners, so you can g...
U-pick Cooling Towels
Cute and comfy Mickey ears scrunchies! Love these!
Mouse Ear Hair Scrunchies
When you stay at a resort with windows like Pop Century, it's so much fun to decorate! Window clings are the best way to spread some joy to your fellow Disney-goers!
Halloween Mouse Window Clings Decorations
When you stay at a resort with windows like Pop Century, it's so much fun to decorate! Window clings are the best way to spread some joy to your fellow Disney-goers!
Fall Window Clings Decorations Mouse Shaped
When you stay at a resort with windows like Pop Century, it's so much fun to decorate! Window clings are the best way to spread some joy to your fellow Disney-goers!
Nightmare Before Christmas Window Clings
When you stay at a resort with windows like Pop Century, it's so much fun to decorate! Window clings are the best way to spread some joy to your fellow Disney-goers!
Christmas Mouse Window Clings
Ensure a leak-proof vacation by grabbing these silicone bottle covers! Truly a lifesaver in case your body wash decides to pour out in your suitcase.
16 Pack Silicone Bottle Covers
THIS. This is the holy grail of anti-chafing lotions and balms. If your thighs are prone to chafing, your pants rub the wrong way, whatever causes you pain from long days of walking, THIS IS WHAT YOU NEED. I've tried them all and by far this is the b...
Chamois Butt'r Original Anti-Chafe Cream
Sometimes you get caught in the rain, and it's the absolute worst thing for your feet! Or maybe you get on a water ride for some sweet, wet relief from the heat only to forget it waterlogs your shoes. These shoe covers are amazing! Waterproof (obviou...
Reusable Waterproof Shoe Covers
Some of these bags are NOT plus-size friendly! If you need your straps to have a little extra length, this extender is fantastic!
Belt Bag Extender Strap
After a long day in the parks, this Arnica gel feels so good on your legs and feet, or anywhere you're sore. Arnica is great for muscle relief and pain, and this gel is cooling and dries quickly (aka doesn't stay sticky)!
Boiron - Arnicare Gel Pain Relief
Another great option to keep from chafing. This is my second favorite after the Chamois Butt'r, and it's a smaller tube so it's perfect to keep in my bag at the parks for any necessary touch-ups.
Monistat Chafing Relief Powder Gel
Discovering Moleskin was life-changing. Seriously. No matter how broken in my shoes are, walking thousands of miles in the parks makes them sore and angry. Moleskin provides the perfect amount of padding, and with these you can cut them into exactly ...
Extra Durable Moleskin Tape for Feet
I bring this with me on every trip I take, because there are never enough plugs to charge everyone's phones, magic bands, fans, etc. This one has both plugs AND USB, a must!
6Ft Power Strip Surge Protector 6 AC 3 USB
Start taking this before your trip and every day during your trip and it'll help save you from all the germs roaming around the parks and resorts. Keep your immune system as healthy as possible. These are great and even taste good. Just add a bit of ...
Emergen-C Immune+ Triple Action Support
The parks are HOT and most likely you won't be able to drink enough water, and if you do, you may be losing electrolytes. It'll make you feel terrible, crampy, and have a crazy headache, but keeping these capsules on hand is a lifesaver.
Premium Electrolyte Capsules
The parks are HOT and most likely you won't be able to drink enough water, and if you do, you may be losing electrolytes. It'll make you feel terrible, crampy, and have a crazy headache. If you or your kiddos like to flavor your water, this is a grea...
Liquid I.V.® Hydration Multiplier -
I never want to take my sunglasses off on outdoor rides, but I don't want to lose them either. Having these straps that you can tighten keeps them on your face and not flying off. And when you're not wearing your glasses, you can keep them around you...
Glasses Holder Straps
Big, fabulous sunglasses are my favorite. I keep several pairs of these on hand, LOVE THEM.
Polarized Women Square Sunglasses
Not only is this travel umbrella light and easy to carry, it also blocks 99% of UV rays and makes it 15 degrees cooler when you use it. I'm super sensitive to the sun nowadays, so I have no shame using this on sunny days at the parks. It's also windp...
Premium UV Travel Umbrella – Compact
This gorgeous vintage sun umbrella blocks UV rays AND keeps you cooler in the parks! I'm super sensitive to the sun nowadays, so I have no shame using this on sunny days at the parks. It folds up small and comes in a cute embroidered bag that matches...
Vintage Lace UV Sun Parasol
If there's one thing you should never forget to bring with you to the parks, it's a power bank. You need your phone for practically everything nowadays: pictures, using the Disney app for wait times and reservations, and it'll drain your battery befo...
Portable Power Bank for Charging
Loungefly bags are perfect for the parks! They're lightweight, roomy inside, and come in so many super cute designs! I always used a crossbody bag until this year, and I was missing out. These are fab!
Loungefly Minnie Mouse Checkered Mini Bag
These Mouse Marketplace rain jackets are perfect for wet days in the parks! I love supporting a small business by a super sweet and positive founder too!
Mouse Marketplace Rain Jackets!
There are a lot of water bottle options out there, but when I got to the parks I have a checklist for the perfect one. It has to be leak-proof, keep my ice/water cold for hours, be thin enough for the drink storage holder on my bag, and lightweight. ...
Disney Retro Vintage Stainless Steel Water Bottle
These straps are perfect for holding those expensive mouse ears that your kids will be dying to take off after a few hours. Clips to your bag easily!
Mouse Ear Holder for Backpack
Smells good, looks cute, keeps your hands clean and not too dry. A great hand sanitizer option!
Touchland Disney Special Edition Sanitizer
I use this on my aching feet after a long day at the parks and I swear it helps! You can go through the setup of doing an Epsom salt bath, but that's the last thing I wanna do when I'm exhausted. Having a gel to massage in is perfect!
Epsom Salt Foot Gel
I know what you're thinking. WHY are there tennis balls on a Disney/Universal essentials list? Well, after a long day at the parks, there's nothing better than using the Epsom salt foot gel and then rolling a tennis ball under your feet. I promise, i...
Tennis Balls for Foot Pain
When my friends told me these sunglasses were no sliding, no bounce, I was like yeah, lemme see about that. UM, THEY DID NOT LIE. Not only are these lightweight, but how do they not slide down my face when I'm sweating and walking? Like how? It's mag...
goodr Polarized Sunglasses UV400 No Slip
Ever gotten the “Disney rash?” If you know, you know, and that rash is NOT fun. Make sure to have this on hand to help with the itching.
Amazon Basic Care Hydrocortisone 1% Cream 2oz