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pamperedbecky said:For anyone who needs a stroller....Disney rents them but they're not cheap. And they're hard plastic, so bring a blanket or put sweatshirts down on them for the kids. Or bring your own umbrella stroller that's easy to collapse because you can bring these on the busses and monorail. Ones rented at Disney can't leave the parks.
I do have to say that we actually prefer the Disney ones. My daughter is a tall 5 year and a regular umbrella stroller doesn't give her the space to fall asleep in. The leg room is pretty good on this so that's what helps it accomodate her - because her legs can rest out in front of her intead of being bent up on that strap/foot rest of an umbrella stroller if that makes sense. She can also kind of curl up sideways and actually sleep in the Disney one when she gets totally pooped out. Once my 8 year old son actually rode in it most of the day because he was feeling sick. He looked pretty funny, but he fit.
Thank you! This is what we have been doing. I am saving certain items to pull out during the trip. Disneystore online has great prices on pajamas and nightgowns, plus $4.00 character flip flops. And I can almost always find Disney loot at Big Lots. Oh yeah.DebbieJ said:Buy souveniers somewhere OTHER than inside the parks! Disney Store has great sales (especially online). Most of the WalMarts in central FL carry Disney stuff. Buy it ahead of time and bring it with you so your kids don't beg and beg and beg. Also, right now Kohl's has Toy Story stuff as their $5 items. Or, what we're doing now is giving our 6 yo opportunities to earn money by doing chores at home and it's all going in the Disney envelope. He can buy whatever he wants with that money while we're there, but we're not going to purchase one single souvenier or toy in the park for him.
cheftiffany said:I can tell you how to get to the walmart that is near disney but near is relative. There are plenty of grocery stores that are closer. Don't go to the grocery store in the Crossings as it is a tourist grocery store and way more expensive. This might be the one that delivers. If you have a car I can give you directions to various locations near by including outlet store mall and resturants.
annew said:are there any shuttles from Disney that will take you to stores nearby?
annew said:are there any shuttles from Disney that will take you to stores nearby?
annew said:Thanks Kristi for letting me know about the taxi's!
I don't know, Nancy, but I'm buying trinkets in advance for my kids so I don't have to pay out the nose at the park. We are also extended our stay and going to visit family on the ocean side of Florida, so we will be going to the beach and swimming at my MIL's house.We are driving, so I have room to pack and bring such things.Nanisu said:Don't the resorts give you towels to use at the pool? Do we need to bring our own towels too?
DebbieJ said:Disney beach towels just 7.99 each with FREE SHIPPING today only!
http://cgi.ebay.com/Large-Disney-Beach-Towels-8-Characters-Available_W0QQitemZ190399678147QQcategoryZ20443QQvarZQQcmdZViewItem
Buy them ahead of time instead of at the park!
Nanisu said:Don't the resorts give you towels to use at the pool? Do we need to bring our own towels too?
dannyzmom said:Anyone know when we'll receive our Disney Dollars?
Gail Collins said:We will be driving from Colorado We didnt earn the $1200 travel allowance so we will have a car and I will be doing a grocery run on Sunday We arrive Saturday and are leaving Thursday!
I am the Coronado, and am looking for other families that have a 5-7 year old and a teenager ( I have a 16 year old too) The pool at the Coronado is great
DebbieJ said:Hi Gail,
we're driving from IL. My oldest son is 6 yo. We are hitting the parks starting Saturday so I'm not sure how much downtime we'll have. We're going to follow our kids' lead and see how it goes! I know that I will be taking a dip in the pool, though!
See you at the Coronado!
Gail Collins said:We will be driving from Colorado We didnt earn the $1200 travel allowance so we will have a car and I will be doing a grocery run on Sunday We arrive Saturday and are leaving Thursday!
I am the Coronado, and am looking for other families that have a 5-7 year old and a teenager ( I have a 16 year old too) The pool at the Coronado is great
dannyzmom said:Anyone at the Contemporary with boys in the 8-11 age range? Oh, and I guess I'll be needing a playmate for me 38yr old boy as well LOL (um, and much to his disappointment, I don't mean THAT kind of playmate LOL)
pampmomof3 said:We might come in on Saturday and do Blizzard Beach.
dannyzmom said:Anyone at the Contemporary with boys in the 8-11 age range? Oh, and I guess I'll be needing a playmate for me 38yr old boy as well LOL (um, and much to his disappointment, I don't mean THAT kind of playmate LOL)
Nanisu said:We are at the Coronado from the 11th-16th. I am trying not to hyperventilate about the cost of the food....we have 4 adults. With no car, where am I going to buy snacks and stuff? Shall I bring them? I know how much food is at Disneyland, I am totally panicked about this. As it is I am having to pay for 2 extra days at the hotel. Kinda sorry we are doing this now.
Nanisu said:But by the time I do that is it just about the same as eating in the parks?
One of the best ways to save money on accommodations at the Contemporary resort is to book during the off-season. This typically includes the months of January, February, and September. You can also look into booking a room-only reservation and purchasing tickets separately rather than opting for a package deal.
Yes, there are several ways to save money on dining at the Contemporary. You can purchase a Disney Dining Plan, which offers a set number of meals and snacks at a discounted rate. You can also look for discounts on specific restaurants or try using a Disney gift card to pay for meals.
There are many budget-friendly activities at the Contemporary for families. Some options include taking a dip in the resort's pool, watching the Electrical Water Pageant, and exploring the resort's grounds and shops. You can also take advantage of the free transportation to nearby Disney parks and participate in free activities like movie nights or campfire sing-alongs.
Yes, it is highly recommended to purchase park tickets in advance for a family of 5. This will not only save you time at the parks but also allow you to take advantage of any advance purchase discounts. You can also look into purchasing multi-day tickets, which offer a discounted rate compared to single-day tickets.
Yes, there are a few ways to save money on souvenirs at the Contemporary. You can opt for purchasing souvenirs outside of the parks at places like Disney Springs or the Disney Character Warehouse outlet store. You can also set a budget for souvenirs and stick to it, or consider purchasing a souvenir before your trip to save money on in-park prices.