Traveling with little ones always takes extra effort, and going to Disney World is no different! As a veteran traveler with littles, here are some recs for your trip that have truly made the difference!
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Park Day Must-Haves for Families with Littles
Where to Stay?
Park Ratings Based on How Little Friendly They Are
Things to Remember
Park Day Must-Haves for Families with Littles
It's a LOT just booking and scheduling everything just to get to Disney World! If you ever forget anything, Disney World will have you covered, BUT it's gonna cost you. Better to double check my list and make sure you don't forget the small, but impo...
You can save SO MUCH $$ by just bringing your own waterbottles! These keep the drinks nice and cold throughout the day!
Hydroflask 40 Oz
If you have kids- attach this to the stroller and hook your waterbottles and bags or popcorn buckets for a hands-free day!
Mommy Hook
It may rain, so best to get them prior to arriving at the park, or else you’ll have to pay a lot more.
Rain Poncho
These are SO Refreshing in the hot months- especially for the little ones who may not be used to walking so long in the heat!
Neck Fans in Fans - Walmart.com
Whatever stroller you get, I don't recommend an umbrella stroller. It's easier to walk through the parks with a stroller that is more durable.
One Hand Fold Stroller
You can link your credit card, room key, park tickets. restaurant reservations, even your lightening lanes to your Magic Band! Just makes the whole experience so much more convenient!
MagicBand
Comfy shoes are a MUST as you will be walking most of the day! The price point is higher on these, but trust me- your feet will thank you!
On Cloud Shoes - DICK'S Sporting Goods
Not just pain medicine. but any and all medicines- yes there is a first aid station at the parks. but I feel like it's always best to prepare your own!
Acetaminophen
I love these! Everyone gets their own cube and it makes packing and unpacking a breeze!
Compression Packing Cubes for Travel - Luggage
Love this for kids and hubby- so easy to swipe on the face and great protection!
Glow Stick Sunscreen and Highlighter SPF 50 - Supergoop
I love matching shirts at Disney!!! The kids love them too and makes the day even more special! Also, great foe the many pictures you'll be taking!
Disney Family Shirts
Power banks to recharge your phone- you’re gonna a need it!
Portable Charger Power Bank 25800mAh, Ultra-High
Love me a hat! Again for sun protection, but also very cute!
Women's Hats, Caps & Headbands. Nike.com
My Kosas Dream Beam is just part of my skin care routine- which is a reminder to bring your skin care!
DreamBeam SPF 40 PA++++ - Kosas Cosmetics
Your eyes will thank you!
18 Best Sunglasses for Women in 2024, According to Glamour Editors
Great to hold your glasses, phone, sunscreen, etc!!!
Fanny Packs for Women & Men Unisex Waist Bag
If your kids are like mine, they never eat all of their food. Rather than having to throw it away, you can put the rest in a ziploc!
Ziploc bags
Yes it's an extra cost, but please hear me when I say this is a MUST!!!! Not only do you get to by-pass those long lines, but it truly comes in handy if one of your little ones are too young to go on a ride. You and your significant other can take tu...
Save Time Waiting in Line Using Lightning Lane Entrances
Where to Stay?
If you want to stay at a Disney Resort and you're on a budget- THIS is the way to go!
2 types of transportation: the buses ***the buses don’t have any in between stops- they travel from the hotel to the parks which is amazing when you have kids and need to go back to the hotel mid day for a nap break! And there’s the Skyliner that can...
Disney's Art of Animation Resort
Park Ratings Based on How Little Friendly They Are
Some parks have more fun for the littles than others. These are the parks that have brought the most joy to our kiddos. Keep in mind- you can make any park work for your family, but these are our park ratings😉
It's no surprise that Magic Kingdom is #1. Forget the fact that it just feels so magical and really gives ALL the Disney vibes, but there are so many rides that a little-friendly here! Plus the park is open til 9, so if you have to go back to the h...
Magic Kingdom Park
Coming in at the closest 2nd ever-- Animal Kingdom! There is a great mix of little friendly rides and non-little rides, great shows, and wild life to look at when waiting with your little while the others finish their rides. Also, this park closes ea...
Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park
#3 - Hollywood Studios. This is my daughter’s favorite park, but she’s no longer little and that’s why this park comes in 3rd on this list. This park is so fun, but not as little friendly as the other 2 parks. Still- there are TONS of options for th...
Disney's Hollywood Studios
And last spot goes to Epcot! We love all the parks, but in my opinion, Epcot isn't as exciting for the littles as the other parks. Again, all parks are great for the family, but for the littles, this has been our experience.
Epcot
Things to Remember
These are some important things to remember while on your trip!
There are First Aid and Baby Care Centers at the Parks which are great if you need to nurse or someone in your group isn’t feeling well or even if you need a bandage for a blister on your foot from walking all day!
Baby Care Centers | Walt Disney World Resort
If you or your littles have food allergies, still let your servers know! Disney World has amazing options for food, but never assume - always state your allergy clearly, and again if worst comes to worst, First Aid is amazing! (I know cuz I had eaten...