Disney4me Posted March 17 Report Share Posted March 17 Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, WHOA. Hold ON. How are YOU planning on spending your money at Disney World? Or, better question — are the things you’re about to purchase actually gonna be WORTH it, or are they gonna feel like a waste once you buy them? PUT THE CREDIT CARD DOWN! Today, we’re showing you the things you should NEVER buy at Disney World. We’re here to SAVE YOUR MONEY, people! DISCLOSURE: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning when you click the links and make a purchase, we receive a commission. Listen, we understand that every trip is different and may call for one of these purchases regardless of what we say about it today. That said, if you can avoid purchasing these things inside the parks, you’ll be better off in the long run. Trust us! Now, here are some things you should NEVER buy at Disney World. The Disney Merch You Could Get ANYWHERE We KNOW those Disney plushies are staring you down with those big cartoony eyes. And we KNOW that Disney mug would be an absolutely PERFECT fit in your assorted mug collection. And we KNOOOOOW that pack of Disney Lorcana trading cards is calling your NAME. Loungefly Backpacks are tempting, we know! But before you buy a specific piece of merch inside the Disney World bubble, HOLD OFF and ask yourself these two questions. FIRST: Can I get the same thing (or something super similar) on the Disney Store website, Amazon, or even at my local Target? If that answer is “yes,” then you can move on to the second question: Can I get this item for less money at those other locations? You can probably find these online! More often than not, the answer to your question is gonna be “Yes.”Yes, you absolutely CAN. It’s easy to get caught up in the adrenaline of a Disney vacation to the point where you accidentally spend your souvenir money on items that aren’t all that unique to the Disney bubble. So double-check and SEE if the item your heart is set on can be purchased for less money elsewhere. That way, you can focus your energy on the more Disney World-specific stuff. Behold the infamous Disney plush wall Now granted, we know that the younger kiddos in your group won’t always grasp that logic. They see a toy on the Disney World gift shop shelf, and that’s the one they’re determined to buy. If that’s the case — and you’ve already made it clear to them that they’ve got a little spending money that they can use to purchase whatever souvenirs they want to buy — you really gotta pick and choose your battles, y’know? If a little Munchings plushie is what’s gonna make them happy, then let ‘em pick up the little Munchlings plushy with their allotted souvenir money. Donald Popcorn Munchlings Plush However, if you already KNOW those are the kinds of items your kid will gravitate towards at the shops, then it’s not a bad idea to pre-purchase these toys for less money from your big box store ahead of time and just have them on hand. That way, when your kiddo starts begging for one of those blind box munchlings, TA-DAAAAA! You’ve already got it purchased and tucked away in your park bag (and you don’t have to pay top dollar for it)! Portable Chargers We get it. Sometimes, you’re in a pinch, and you REALLY need to purchase a FuelRod while you’re in the parks. In case you’re not familiar with ‘em, FuelRods are these small, portable chargers with interchangeable ports so that you can charge any brand of phone. And, the biggest bonus of all is you can exchange them for fully powered ones at kiosks across Disney World property, so you’ll never need to charge it while you’re on your trip. FuelRod The initial FuelRod purchase will cost you $38 for one charger. But after that — you can swap out your FuelRods for fully charged ones for FREE all around the parks. Sounds nifty, right? Well… here’s the thing. They ARE nifty. And the fact that they’re so lightweight and easy to stow away in your bag is an added bonus, too! But FuelRods definitely aren’t gonna give you the best charge ever before they run out of juice. So if you’re down to 10% on your phone, you MIGHT be able to get your phone charged up to 70-85% using one of these little doodads before you need to swap out FuelRods again. FuelRods There are several much more reliable chargers out there that you can purchase BEFORE your trip that’ll not only hold a charge better, but are also CHEAPER than FuelRods, too, like the INIU Portable Charger, for instance. INIU Portable Charger This wired charger is packed with power but thin enough to fit in a pocket, wallet, or fanny pack, which makes carrying it around the park much easier than some other bulky charger alternatives. It also comes in several different colors and will only cost ya about $18. View Online! If you’re still on Team FuelRod and you want these little guys handy during your park day, I’d STILL recommend NOT buying them directly in the parks — just because you’re gonna pay more for a FuelRod charger when you’re on property versus purchasing one from Amazon before your trip. While one FuelRod in Disney will cost ya $38, you can get a 2-count of FuelRods for the SAME PRICE online. So, really, you’ll be paying around $20 per FuelRod instead! A Meal You Know NOTHING About We see this all. the. time. We have friends and relatives reach out and message us about Disney restaurants they were disappointed by, and every time we ask why they chose to eat there, we get the same response: “I didn’t know much about it.” READ THOSE MENUS, PEOPLE! We’re not trying to put our friends in the hot seat here. But we just wanted to show you how EASY it is to get sucked into a Disney dining pitfall. Studying up on menus and price ranges and the overall dining experiences is SO CRUCIAL to your vacation as a whole — ESPECIALLY since you’ll more than likely be paying a good chunk of money to dine at each location. Orinoco Ida’s Cachapas And that’s EXACTLY why the 2025 DFB Guide to Walt Disney World Dining is SO IMPORTANT to us. Because we wanna set you up for SUCCESS and keep you INFORMED no matter WHICH restaurant you decide to dine at on property. You can pick up this multi-part guide over on the DFB Store website and gain access to a TON of dining tips, budgeting advice, DFB recommended dishes, GORGEOUS food pictures (compliments of our AWESOME reporter team), and SO MUCH MORE. Gift Cards WHOA, WHOA, WHOA — HOLD ON. We’re not saying DON’T get Disney World gift cards! Those things are GREAT. What we are saying is DON’T resort to buying them in the parks if you can help it. Because, much like we mentioned in the PREVIOUS point, you can often find Disney-specific gift cards CHEAPER when you pay for them off-property. Sam’s Club has discounted gift cards! You can reasonably expect to save between 5% and 10% on your trip just by using discounted Disney gift cards when you purchase them at stores like BJ’s Wholesale, Target, and Sam’s Club. BJ’s offers a variety of discounts on Disney gift cards of different amounts, but members can typically get a $500 gift card for $480, or 4% off) For Target’s “RedCard” membership program, you can make purchases and get 5% off While this discount excludes purchases of Target gift cards, it does NOT exclude purchases of Disney gift cards Sam’s Club discounts also tend to vary, but members can typically get a $200 gift card for $185, or 7.5% off ©Target So, basically, you’re paying LESS money to gain MORE Disney money — which you can use to pay for things like your resort stay, food, merch, festival booth items, and even Lightning Lanes! BUT, if you pay for your Disney gift cards onsite, you’re not gonna receive the same savings opportunities. Basic Snacks It’s nice to know that Disney has things like Cuties Oranges, Babybel Cheese circles, Lays potato chips, and other familiar munchy items for sale at MULTIPLE quick services and snack kiosks — just in case that’s ALL your kiddo wants to eat while you’re inside the parks. But — once again — you can PRE-PURCHASE THESE THINGS AHEAD OF TIME for less money and just bring ‘em to the park with ya! Cuties So, again, if you already know your kiddo is gonna be BEGGING you for a piece of fruit from the Liberty Square Market in Magic Kingdom, just BUY some fruit ahead of time. Cast Members don’t care. As long as it’s not kept in a glass container, then you’re free to bring in whatever snacks you wanna munch on throughout the day. Don’t waste your money! You can set yourself up for snack food SUCCESS in the following ways: Make a grocery run to your store back home and pack it up with ya (IF you’re taking your car) Make a grocery run to the closest grocery store to your hotel on the day you arrive (which’ll be a much BETTER option if you’re catching a flight) Use a grocery delivery app — like Kroger Delivery — to make the grocery run FOR you so YOU don’t have to worry about leaving the Disney bubble once you arrive We actually have a step-by-step guide to ordering Kroger Delivery when you’re in the Disney World bubble! (Spoiler alert: It’s REALLY easy — and Kroger Delivery’s app will hold your hand pretty much every step of the way!) Step-by-Step Guide to Ordering Kroger Grocery Delivery to Disney World Phew! Who knew there were so many ways to waste money in Disney World? (This is a joke — everyone knows Disney is expensive.) In the meantime, we’re always on the lookout for the latest Disney news, so stay tuned for more. The Secret to Make Your Disney Springs Day 10X More Ooey, Gooey, and Delicious Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe! WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO. Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation. Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever! GET YOUR GUIDE NOW Do you have any money-saving tips? Let us know in the comments! The post I Wouldn't Be Caught Dead Buying This in Disney World first appeared on the disney food blog.View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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