as someone who has been to disney world 20+ times, disneyland, and disneyland paris, i've definitely had my fair share of packing backpacks and stuffing my suitcase with all the things i need for my trip. here, i have accumulated the PERFECT list of ...
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items to make your life easier
items to make your life easier
a mini, portable fan can actually save your life in disney, especially in the summer heat. easy to throw in a backpack, and the ones with water sprayers help keep you cool all day!
Hand Held Portable Fans - Target
to coincide with the portable fans, batteries!!! i always like to toss in a few extras into my suitcase just in case they die, and you won't have to buy them from any gift shops!
Batteries at Target | Essential Power for Your Devices
a plastic poncho!! especially in florida, summer comes with a LOT of rain, so packing a poncho can keep you dry and having fun even in bad weather (and saves you tons of money rather than buying them in the parks!)
Poncho - Target
mini hand sanitizer is so helpful because who knows what's on lap bars and railings and trash cans... toss a few in your bag and keep yourself healthy!
Mini Hand Sanitizer - Target
use these for any dirty laundry if you're not planning on doing a load at your hotel!
Trash Bags - Target
walking all day can irritate your skin, so this anti-friction stick helps prevent any painful rashes
Chafing : Skin Treatments - Target
aloe vera helps to soothe any sunburns from being outside all day, and feels so nice and cooling after a day in the sun!
Aloe Vera Skin Care - Target
a small first aid kit is always helpful, because things like blisters, scrapes, etc. are almost inevitable in disney. some of these also have medications like ibuprofen which is also very useful!
First Aid Kits - Target
i always throw a small facecloth in my park bag, because after water rides, or walking in the rain, it can help dry you off a bit.
Microfiber Face Wash Cloths - Target
small ziploc bags are perfect for putting your electronics in while on water rides to keep them dry!!! i've also used them for soggy socks after a thunderstorm 😅
Ziploc - Target
i will always stand by bringing a pair of rubber flip flops to the parks, because if your sneakers get soaking wet, you'll have a pair of dry shoes to wear that take up barely any space in your bag!
Women's Flip-Flops Shoes - Old Navy - Gap
a portable charger is a must have, as you're using your phone and the disney apps for a lot of your plans! keep your phone charged!!!!
Portable Power Charger - Target
if you're a gum chewer, you'll want to bring your own into the parks, as they won't sell any on disney property!
Extra : Gum & Mints - Target
bathroom spray. because who wants a smelly hotel room??? not me.
Toilet Sprays : Air Fresheners - Target
flushable wipes! good for the bathroom, simple.
Flushable Wipes - Target
this mayyy be the most important item you'll need (if you're going to orlando). don't forget your magic band, it'll have all your plans, it can serve as a payment method by linking your card, and will get you into your hotel room and the parks.
Disney Magic Bands
a reusable water bottle helps save money on buying water everyday, and keeps your drinks cold!