have fun! i went in june last year, best holidaay of my life. i live in ireland so we dont go very often but we have our new countdown started for our next trip in 2025. 819 days!😂😂
Congratulations, my husband and I celebrate 25 years in January. We just celebrated our daughter's 21st birthday in Disney last September. Unfortunately we were there during Hurricane Ian and we lost our last 2 days when they had to close the parks.
I've been using ziplock bags for childrens outfit packing for 38 years. Makes life so much easier. Outfit, underclothes, socks, hair supplies(ie elastic,ribbon,barrettes etc.)and even shoes ready in an instant.
18:38 As someone who lives in Florida, when we laugh and say the weather can be bipolar, we mean it. Winter - you’ll go from freezing to sweltering. I remember not long after we moved here the summer when I was 10, I looked out the front window and it was sunny and looked out the back and it was pouring. You just never know down here 😅
Really? As a life long resident. It’s very predictable especially with the new weather apps. It’s never extremely cold. Our coldest day this winter was 38. Wow. And that day it hit 55.
@@zoobrizz May my weather app must be terrible then 🤣 19 years and my weather app’s hardly ever right, especially in terms of rain. Only time it was accurate was when I studied abroad in Japan. If it called for rain, it was gonna rain. Here, I’ll get 80% chance of storms, and it’ll be sunny and sweltering all day
@@zoobrizz it's predictably unpredictable in my experience. Sunny in the morning, thunderstorms in the afternoon and sunny in the evening. Sure the weather app might tell you that but it's not so perfect that it always predicts exactly when should have your rain gear on. November trips I end up packing for two seasons since I can never be sure if it's will be cold enough for long pants and jackets or warm enough for sandals and shorts.
Leakproof bottles are one solution, but lately I’ve just side-stepped the issue entirely. Shampoo and soap in bar form, roll-on deodorant etc can’t leak; it’s also less hassle in your carryon (no messing about with taking out your liquids). You can even get solid toothpaste - you just chew it up a bit before you start brushing. As a side benefit, bars of soap and shampoo often use less plastic packaging (or even none at all). For travel I put soap etc in special soap bags that allow them to dry whilst sealed (Matador make one, mine are by a brand called ‘Travel Buddy’).
We just got back from our trip to Disney World last week, and your videos helped guide us through our stay. We had an absolute BLAST and avoided any / all issues. Thanks for all your content! NEXT UP, Disney Cruise!
One tip that I learned on my trip I just came back from is to use the body glide on the bottom of your feet before you put your socks and shoes on. It significantly reduces blisters and irritation.
Both of my parents have been in the airline industry since I was born, and these tips are just great travel tips that we have done for every trip- even road trips. My fiancé was dubious about us needing a large collapsible duffle and a large suitcase for our WDW trip for just the 2 of us. Near the end of trip he was so glad I did both with not only how much we got, but just how disorganized our dirty clothes got 😂
This video is an amazing guide for travel regardless of whether it is to Disney or somewhere else! I am sharing it with lots of people! Thanks for all your hard work and amazing videos! I love them!
Great tips. Note: We usually fly with only carry-ons, and we've never had issues bringing small scissors on the plane. Current restrictions say they can be carried on if they are less than 4" (10 cm) from the pivot). :) Also, arm sleeves are great for layers; they keep your arms warm (or cool if you get them wet) and also block the sun. They roll up and fit in your pocket or bag without having to lug a jacket or a bottle of sunscreen.
Fiskars makes a great pair of folding sewing scissors that I keep in my toiletry bag. I’m a carry-on only gal, and I’ve never been questioned over the scissors.🧡
Instead of a white noise machine (or app), there are several white noise, pink noise, brown noise videos on UA-cam that last 10-11 hours. And you can play it while your phone is charging. There are also relaxation, insomnia music videos that you can use as well. I have tinnitus and I have to alternate videos after a couple nights because my ears get used fro them so fast.
The more recent ios updates now have white noise built in. There are only like 5 different sounds but it is very nice to have when you just need something there to fall asleep to. This can be found under “accessibility” “Audio/Visual “ “Background Sounds” -enjoy.
Substitute for scissors NAIL CLIPPER works for most cutting tasks and can carry aboard plane I do small sewing or beading projects on plane and use clippers for cutting thread Works for bandaid cutting for me too
Florida resident, 22 year former Disney manager and Disney geek since 1972 here (I was a year and a half on my first visit). Absolutely yes to the power block with usb ports and noise cancelling items! We just returned from a 5 night AKL stay, and the late night/early morning toilet flush symphony is real🤣. I would also recommend packing a supply of Liquid IV, regardless of the time of year you are travelling. Dehydration is dangerous and this product really helps keep energy levels up and helps prevent those afternoon or early morning headaches.
Good tips. Few other things from a seasoned Disney Traveler: Tupperware and gallon size zip loc bags. This comes in handy so much for leftovers and waterproof storage. I also like to bring a couple straws, the biodegradable straws are pretty awful. Waterproof phone pouch for pool day and waterparks. GUM.. it helps so much with an upset stomach, and you won't be able to find it anywhere on property.
Whenever I have to pack liquid of any kind in my checked luggage I now use a dry bag that I bought for canoe and kayak trips. I place large items in tied off grocery store bags inside the dry bag and small items go in zip lock bags inside the dry bag. If something breaks or leaks the bag itself will keep everything contained. If I'm going to a park with water rides where I can't store my stuff before getting on the ride the dry bag ends up being my shoulder bag for the day with the addition of a shoulder strap. Phone, camera and anything else I want to stay dry stays dry that way. This year I've decided to get a water bottle with built in filter. I had one years ago but lost it and it was fantastic. I can fill it from in potable water source (sink, water fountain, hotel ice machine and water) and the filter built into the spout works to filter the water for me. It tastes way better and is a safe and cheap way to stay hydrated.
I actually pack this stuff for trips, nice to see I have everything covered. Except that I use Bose in-ear noise cancellation for the plane and an eye mask with white noise. I also have a ScotteVest jacket with removable sleeves for spring and fall. It has load of pocket and zippers. Great for traveling and parks. I can zip my sunglasses into a pocket and hitch a ride without worries. There also a spot to carry my portable battery - a big win! I also recommend that you print a copy of the itinerary and pack in an outside luggage pocket, in case it gets lost. You can tell baggage claim that and then they can track you down easier.
Sewing kit scissors are actually okay on carry-ons! I also stayed at the Boardwalk a couple weeks ago and the steamer in room was suspiciously good. I steam clothes professionally for large theatre companies and I’m usually spoiled with industrial quality steamers. I was surprised and delighted
Dollar tree is your friend for sewing kits and first aid equipment. They also have the silicone bottles for soap and shampoo and such. Though they are marketed as a salad dressing bottle. Definately double bag those.
Extra thing for planes with aux slots: if you have someone with you and you want to watch a movie together without trying to time two screens to be the same moment, you can actually buy a aux splitter so you can just have both people have their headphones/earbuds connect to the same screen. I bought one designed for my phone so that I can share my music with my friends, but I’m sure a normal aux one is out there too and it’s awesome! No weird audio from splitting it either!
Also personally with the audio thing, I don’t use noise cancelling for sleep since absolute silence gives me anxiety, but since I’m autistic I found having my noise cancelling earbuds around the park was nice :)
You have toll roads around the Orlando area. But they do accept E-Zpass transponders (the local equivalent is SunPass) that are common all over the New England and Midwest areas. Otherwise carry spare change and cash just in case.
Packing cubes are the best! Also if you’re someone who plans your outfits with different loungeflys try packing the outfits into the loungeflys and then just packing the loungeflys in your luggage
AJ and everyone, you might get a kick out of this. In 1988 two friends and I flew to San Juan, Puerto Rico to get on a Carnival cruise. One of them is addicted to Coke and read that cruise lines charge an arm and a leg for soft drinks. So she threw a couple of dozen cans of Coke into her suitcase along with her clothes. When she opened her suitcase upon arriving at the hotel in San Juan, she found that all the cans had exploded and soaked her clothes with Coke! At least at that time, the luggage hold was not pressurized, so all that carbonated fluid just burst the seams of the cans! So: put all your clothes in Ziploc bags to avoid them getting ruined. Don’t put pressurized cans in your checked luggage! And make sure to put any liquids in your checked luggage into leakproof bags, or get the special tubes/bottles AJ is telling us about.
My mouth literally dropped reading the second sentence of this comment🤣🤭😬 I thought you were openly throwing your friend under the bus so hard! On a Disney post……. 🫠 I suppose my mind should have went right to Coca Cola…. But… 🤫😏😝🙃
@@B_b818 😂😂😂😂 oh, my! Jeannie is a straight-arrow Baptist and her only addiction was to Diet Coke! By addiction I meant that she couldn’t imagine a day going without one, but she also wasn’t going to pay $5 for a can in 1988!
Regarding the leak proof travel bottles...you can use whatever travel bottles you have and MAKE them leak-proof by simply placing a small piece of plastic wrap or a small ziplock snack bag over the opening, then screwing the lid on over the plastic. I did this when traveling overseas and it prevents leaks AND gives you a spare ziplock baggie or three!
A first for me. I paused video and bought an AirTag for my across the Atlantic trip on Friday! And then watched the rest of video Some great suggestions for making travel a bit less stressful Thank you AJ
I get to go back in September and do spooky season and everything pumpkin!!! I always bring a little pencil bag with a pen or two, a thing of post its (I’m the kind of person who needs visual reminders everywhere), scotch tape, and a pair of child size scissors in it. It has saved me from so much hassle! Hope this helps someone!
Going in July for our girls 2nd birthday. I've been watching a bunch of your videos to properly prepare myself. I haven't been to Disney for a real trip in like 20 years
I go nowhere without at least a couple of Travel Type Space bags - they are like Vacuum Bags BUT to get the air out of them you roll them up to the bottom. So you do not need a pump or a Vacuum. They take up much less space than the clothes themselves and I like putting dirty clothes in them since they prevent them from smelling up the rest of the Luggage. On a road trip I also have at least a couple of those Newer Metal Cups that keep liquids hot or cold. I can get a whole day of cold drink with them and all I have to do is spill the Fast Food Drink into them. But I agree that having a few larger (Like gallon ones) plastic storage bags is a great idea for things that could spill or leak.
Definitely agree that those silicone refillable containers are amazing. I got one that was super overpriced like $5 for one at CVS but it’s the perfect size for getting a decent size of lotion and it doesn’t leak and is easy to dispense.
I have a white noise generator, a small one, and I don't use it for the resort noise at night, but I use it to mask the snoring of my wife 😂😂😂. I have to say that it works like a champ.
we travel carryon only, no matter where we are going or for how long, so we can’t use some of these ideas, but your videos are always so thoughtful. thanks, AJ!
I would add an eyeglass repair kit. Specifically for the little screwdriver. It’s handy for tightening a screw on the hinge of your sunglasses or changing the battery on a MagicBand.
Oh and at least two pairs of cheap sunglasses. My personal preference is for the sports style sunglasses (they’re comfortable and do a very good job at keeping the sun out of your peripheral vision). You don’t want to lose your Oakleys or Ray-Bans.
Thank You DFBGuide! What a thrill! Everything that you mentioned in the video I already have it ready for my next trip to Disney. Do you think you can make a video of the essentials that should be packed at Christmas or winter time to Disney?
Hi AJ I regularly watch your videos. I was at WDW last May and being a senior I suffered from heat prostration. I walked for an hour at high noon looking for a place to sit down in the shade. Also could not find water sources. Would you kindly consider making a video on free places to rest and cool off and find water? Strollers block all of the seating everywhere
AirTag your people, too! Was just at WDW with my 65yr old mom and wanted to spend an afternoon in Epcot while she wanted to chill by the pool…so I tossed an AirTag in her park bag in case she got turned around when we met up in World Showcase. (Easier than explaining the “Find My” situation in her phone…which is dead half the time, anyway.) Also used this on my best friend in Rome and London in case we got separated. 👍
Considering the size of the parks, and the volume of people who go there, There are Not near enough water refill stations. Free cups of water when there is a huge order line can be time killers. Filtered water is really important at Magic Kingdom.
I always found fountain water at Disney to be pretty bad tasting. I'm curious if the water bottle fillers have a filter or taste any better? Are there any options that people use to make the water taste better and that can be used with a collapsible water bottle? Thanks!
I've just ordered a water bottle with filter to replace one I lost. Regardless of how the water going into it taste the filter at the spout makes it taste just fine.
Am I the only one who doesn't understand the popularity of wireless earphones. Tried them once and hated them. It felt like they were gonna fall out of my ears at any time plus I didn't like having to charge them. I'll stick with my regular old earphones. This was a really good and informative video though.
Yes but then I bought itty-bitty ones cuz I guess I have small ears? The Jbl Dime fits perfectly so my kids dont worry so much about how obsessed I am about Disney food.
Gotta find the right set for a good fit. They've become an essential part of my EDC and get daily use. For charging I just drop mine on my wireless charge pad along with my phone+watch at bedtime. Everything charges wireless, easy
AJ when we travel and at night in the hotel we use my cellphone with a small Bluetooth speaker and play fan sound from you tube for 10 hours works great just leave the phone and the speaker plugged in
We finally went to Disney after planning and saving 2 years, and while it was a fun trip, I was hugely disappointed in what I expected for the $3-4k price tag. Maybe it's just us, but if you are planning on breaking YOUR bank just to give your family the best vacay, you might reconsider, I would've gone internationally or a fancy beach house in FL, maybe a multi state road trip in Colorado and such. It's just not as great as they make it out to be for the outrageous price
I'll be honest here, Disney is best done in small chunks and with an outside the resort bubble experience. What I mean by that is that it's better to stay at a hotel that is near Disney but not a Disney property. It's better to do a day or two of Disney parks but combine it with a trip to Universal or Sea World. It's better to eat maybe a meal or two at Disney but get the majority of your meals someplace else. If you are going to do a Disney Resort only vacation yes you are going to pay through the nose for it and YES there are much better values in vacations elsewhere. In some cases that better value is right down the road from Disney.
Another reason to carry layers, if you get caught in the rain and then have to ride a bus back to your hotel, those buses are NOT WARM. The a/c at night when you’re wearing rain dampened clothes is awful!
not a Disney trip, but i wish i got the packing cube for this trip....I can't tell you how much of a mess my side of the room i had, and we just stayed for 4 days! IT WAS A MESS! also Bring a book...
I thought you could bring scissors in carry on as long as the blade from pivot point was less than 4 inches. Am I not understanding TSA guidelines?????
Why spend spend spend to be in order. How about one gets in order with one has instead of spending more on unnecessary items. Get creative without spending. If you can’t travel back with souvenirs, you have options of shipping them to home. When traveling, shopping for necessities within your travels also lets you also have an adventure where you are traveling too. Meet locals and give back to where you travel. Enjoy yourself!
I can't find the video where you reference your recommendation for feet care. I saw a video about you recommending a foot massage lotion or bath or something. Can anyone reading this help me out?
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25 days and counting til our Disney trip for our 25th anniversary!! Thank you DFB guide for all your hard work.
congratulations
have fun! i went in june last year, best holidaay of my life. i live in ireland so we dont go very often but we have our new countdown started for our next trip in 2025. 819 days!😂😂
Congratulations, my husband and I celebrate 25 years in January. We just celebrated our daughter's 21st birthday in Disney last September. Unfortunately we were there during Hurricane Ian and we lost our last 2 days when they had to close the parks.
@@sether199 im so sorry to hear that! must have been devastating. hope you'll get to go again soon and actually enjoy the parks
Congratulations @NWAAdventures!
I've been using ziplock bags for childrens outfit packing for 38 years. Makes life so much easier. Outfit, underclothes, socks, hair supplies(ie elastic,ribbon,barrettes etc.)and even shoes ready in an instant.
18:38 As someone who lives in Florida, when we laugh and say the weather can be bipolar, we mean it. Winter - you’ll go from freezing to sweltering. I remember not long after we moved here the summer when I was 10, I looked out the front window and it was sunny and looked out the back and it was pouring. You just never know down here 😅
Really? As a life long resident. It’s very predictable especially with the new weather apps. It’s never extremely cold. Our coldest day this winter was 38. Wow. And that day it hit 55.
@@zoobrizz May my weather app must be terrible then 🤣 19 years and my weather app’s hardly ever right, especially in terms of rain. Only time it was accurate was when I studied abroad in Japan. If it called for rain, it was gonna rain. Here, I’ll get 80% chance of storms, and it’ll be sunny and sweltering all day
@@zoobrizz it's predictably unpredictable in my experience. Sunny in the morning, thunderstorms in the afternoon and sunny in the evening. Sure the weather app might tell you that but it's not so perfect that it always predicts exactly when should have your rain gear on. November trips I end up packing for two seasons since I can never be sure if it's will be cold enough for long pants and jackets or warm enough for sandals and shorts.
Leakproof bottles are one solution, but lately I’ve just side-stepped the issue entirely. Shampoo and soap in bar form, roll-on deodorant etc can’t leak; it’s also less hassle in your carryon (no messing about with taking out your liquids). You can even get solid toothpaste - you just chew it up a bit before you start brushing.
As a side benefit, bars of soap and shampoo often use less plastic packaging (or even none at all). For travel I put soap etc in special soap bags that allow them to dry whilst sealed (Matador make one, mine are by a brand called ‘Travel Buddy’).
We just got back from our trip to Disney World last week, and your videos helped guide us through our stay. We had an absolute BLAST and avoided any / all issues. Thanks for all your content! NEXT UP, Disney Cruise!
So glad to hear it! We've put out a few Disney Cruise videos recently (with some more on the way), so check those out next ;)
Air tags or Tiles are great for your strollers, too! If a cast member has to move it or (God forbid) someone steals it. You'll know where to find it!!
I wish I could use them, I use samsung
@@lwk_half_asleeptime for your to switch over to Team iPhone 😉
One tip that I learned on my trip I just came back from is to use the body glide on the bottom of your feet before you put your socks and shoes on. It significantly reduces blisters and irritation.
Both of my parents have been in the airline industry since I was born, and these tips are just great travel tips that we have done for every trip- even road trips. My fiancé was dubious about us needing a large collapsible duffle and a large suitcase for our WDW trip for just the 2 of us. Near the end of trip he was so glad I did both with not only how much we got, but just how disorganized our dirty clothes got 😂
This video is an amazing guide for travel regardless of whether it is to Disney or somewhere else! I am sharing it with lots of people! Thanks for all your hard work and amazing videos! I love them!
Great tips. Note: We usually fly with only carry-ons, and we've never had issues bringing small scissors on the plane. Current restrictions say they can be carried on if they are less than 4" (10 cm) from the pivot). :) Also, arm sleeves are great for layers; they keep your arms warm (or cool if you get them wet) and also block the sun. They roll up and fit in your pocket or bag without having to lug a jacket or a bottle of sunscreen.
I was about to say the same about scissors. We travelled with only carry ona last time, so I double checked the regulations on that kind of thing
Fiskars makes a great pair of folding sewing scissors that I keep in my toiletry bag. I’m a carry-on only gal, and I’ve never been questioned over the scissors.🧡
Ok whew i have a pair of those cuticle scissors i always have in my misc airport bag that's in my carryon and never had an issue
Instead of a white noise machine (or app), there are several white noise, pink noise, brown noise videos on UA-cam that last 10-11 hours. And you can play it while your phone is charging. There are also relaxation, insomnia music videos that you can use as well. I have tinnitus and I have to alternate videos after a couple nights because my ears get used fro them so fast.
I always use a carry-on and big backpack as a personal item. Never check in luggage, even for longer trips.
The more recent ios updates now have white noise built in. There are only like 5 different sounds but it is very nice to have when you just need something there to fall asleep to. This can be found under “accessibility” “Audio/Visual “ “Background Sounds” -enjoy.
Compression socks is something new we've been taking. My wife's legs start to swell after walking around for hours.
Substitute for scissors NAIL CLIPPER works for most cutting tasks and can carry aboard plane
I do small sewing or beading projects on plane and use clippers for cutting thread Works for bandaid cutting for me too
Just in time for me to finish my packing! We go this weekend!!
Yikes. 90 degrees. 90 % humidity. Sounds horrible
Florida resident, 22 year former Disney manager and Disney geek since 1972 here (I was a year and a half on my first visit). Absolutely yes to the power block with usb ports and noise cancelling items! We just returned from a 5 night AKL stay, and the late night/early morning toilet flush symphony is real🤣. I would also recommend packing a supply of Liquid IV, regardless of the time of year you are travelling. Dehydration is dangerous and this product really helps keep energy levels up and helps prevent those afternoon or early morning headaches.
Good tips. Few other things from a seasoned Disney Traveler:
Tupperware and gallon size zip loc bags. This comes in handy so much for leftovers and waterproof storage. I also like to bring a couple straws, the biodegradable straws are pretty awful.
Waterproof phone pouch for pool day and waterparks.
GUM.. it helps so much with an upset stomach, and you won't be able to find it anywhere on property.
Folding scissors are able to go in carry-on luggage. My game changer packing item is dryer sheets.
Whenever I have to pack liquid of any kind in my checked luggage I now use a dry bag that I bought for canoe and kayak trips. I place large items in tied off grocery store bags inside the dry bag and small items go in zip lock bags inside the dry bag. If something breaks or leaks the bag itself will keep everything contained. If I'm going to a park with water rides where I can't store my stuff before getting on the ride the dry bag ends up being my shoulder bag for the day with the addition of a shoulder strap. Phone, camera and anything else I want to stay dry stays dry that way.
This year I've decided to get a water bottle with built in filter. I had one years ago but lost it and it was fantastic. I can fill it from in potable water source (sink, water fountain, hotel ice machine and water) and the filter built into the spout works to filter the water for me. It tastes way better and is a safe and cheap way to stay hydrated.
We just got back from our trip! My husband was happily surprised to have the collapsible bag to put souvenirs and extras in. Thank you for that idea!
I actually pack this stuff for trips, nice to see I have everything covered. Except that I use Bose in-ear noise cancellation for the plane and an eye mask with white noise. I also have a ScotteVest jacket with removable sleeves for spring and fall. It has load of pocket and zippers. Great for traveling and parks. I can zip my sunglasses into a pocket and hitch a ride without worries. There also a spot to carry my portable battery - a big win! I also recommend that you print a copy of the itinerary and pack in an outside luggage pocket, in case it gets lost. You can tell baggage claim that and then they can track you down easier.
Sewing kit scissors are actually okay on carry-ons!
I also stayed at the Boardwalk a couple weeks ago and the steamer in room was suspiciously good. I steam clothes professionally for large theatre companies and I’m usually spoiled with industrial quality steamers. I was surprised and delighted
Dollar tree is your friend for sewing kits and first aid equipment. They also have the silicone bottles for soap and shampoo and such. Though they are marketed as a salad dressing bottle. Definately double bag those.
Extra thing for planes with aux slots: if you have someone with you and you want to watch a movie together without trying to time two screens to be the same moment, you can actually buy a aux splitter so you can just have both people have their headphones/earbuds connect to the same screen. I bought one designed for my phone so that I can share my music with my friends, but I’m sure a normal aux one is out there too and it’s awesome! No weird audio from splitting it either!
Also personally with the audio thing, I don’t use noise cancelling for sleep since absolute silence gives me anxiety, but since I’m autistic I found having my noise cancelling earbuds around the park was nice :)
You have toll roads around the Orlando area. But they do accept E-Zpass transponders (the local equivalent is SunPass) that are common all over the New England and Midwest areas. Otherwise carry spare change and cash just in case.
Packing cubes are the best! Also if you’re someone who plans your outfits with different loungeflys try packing the outfits into the loungeflys and then just packing the loungeflys in your luggage
AJ and everyone, you might get a kick out of this. In 1988 two friends and I flew to San Juan, Puerto Rico to get on a Carnival cruise. One of them is addicted to Coke and read that cruise lines charge an arm and a leg for soft drinks. So she threw a couple of dozen cans of Coke into her suitcase along with her clothes. When she opened her suitcase upon arriving at the hotel in San Juan, she found that all the cans had exploded and soaked her clothes with Coke! At least at that time, the luggage hold was not pressurized, so all that carbonated fluid just burst the seams of the cans! So: put all your clothes in Ziploc bags to avoid them getting ruined. Don’t put pressurized cans in your checked luggage! And make sure to put any liquids in your checked luggage into leakproof bags, or get the special tubes/bottles AJ is telling us about.
My mouth literally dropped reading the second sentence of this comment🤣🤭😬 I thought you were openly throwing your friend under the bus so hard! On a Disney post……. 🫠 I suppose my mind should have went right to Coca Cola…. But… 🤫😏😝🙃
@@B_b818 😂😂😂😂 oh, my! Jeannie is a straight-arrow Baptist and her only addiction was to Diet Coke! By addiction I meant that she couldn’t imagine a day going without one, but she also wasn’t going to pay $5 for a can in 1988!
Regarding the leak proof travel bottles...you can use whatever travel bottles you have and MAKE them leak-proof by simply placing a small piece of plastic wrap or a small ziplock snack bag over the opening, then screwing the lid on over the plastic. I did this when traveling overseas and it prevents leaks AND gives you a spare ziplock baggie or three!
A first for me. I paused video and bought an AirTag for my across the Atlantic trip on Friday! And then watched the rest of video
Some great suggestions for making travel a bit less stressful
Thank you AJ
Happy yellow Tuesday everyone 💛
I get to go back in September and do spooky season and everything pumpkin!!! I always bring a little pencil bag with a pen or two, a thing of post its (I’m the kind of person who needs visual reminders everywhere), scotch tape, and a pair of child size scissors in it. It has saved me from so much hassle! Hope this helps someone!
Going in July for our girls 2nd birthday. I've been watching a bunch of your videos to properly prepare myself. I haven't been to Disney for a real trip in like 20 years
I go nowhere without at least a couple of Travel Type Space bags - they are like Vacuum Bags BUT to get the air out of them you roll them up to the bottom. So you do not need a pump or a Vacuum. They take up much less space than the clothes themselves and I like putting dirty clothes in them since they prevent them from smelling up the rest of the Luggage. On a road trip I also have at least a couple of those Newer Metal Cups that keep liquids hot or cold. I can get a whole day of cold drink with them and all I have to do is spill the Fast Food Drink into them. But I agree that having a few larger (Like gallon ones) plastic storage bags is a great idea for things that could spill or leak.
I can't believe how long I have lived without packing cubes.. I have been using plastic bags(I'm looking at you grocery bags) and Ziplocs
Really good list! I’d only add laundry sheets for hand washing in the sink.
Hey DFB when you have a chance can you give us an ultimate Guide for locals and annual pass holders? Thank you!!!
We use fingernail clippers to remove tags! Works on some lighter plastic packaging, too...
Definitely agree that those silicone refillable containers are amazing. I got one that was super overpriced like $5 for one at CVS but it’s the perfect size for getting a decent size of lotion and it doesn’t leak and is easy to dispense.
Ditch the power strips and the various chargers, just get a GAN charger with the appropriate cables.
I have a white noise generator, a small one, and I don't use it for the resort noise at night, but I use it to mask the snoring of my wife 😂😂😂. I have to say that it works like a champ.
Love the Bagail packing cubes!
Thanks for the recommendations! Headed back to Disney in 30 days!❣️
Thank you for adding the QR codes to the links to the PDF resources in your videos. Love this channel!
we travel carryon only, no matter where we are going or for how long, so we can’t use some of these ideas, but your videos are always so thoughtful. thanks, AJ!
I would add an eyeglass repair kit. Specifically for the little screwdriver. It’s handy for tightening a screw on the hinge of your sunglasses or changing the battery on a MagicBand.
Oh and at least two pairs of cheap sunglasses. My personal preference is for the sports style sunglasses (they’re comfortable and do a very good job at keeping the sun out of your peripheral vision). You don’t want to lose your Oakleys or Ray-Bans.
45 days til our Disney trip for our 10th anniversary!!!!! Thank you DFB I’ve been binge watching all your videos!
As a triathlete I recomend Trislide. It sprays on instead of rolls. Easier for sharing.
I have the Fiskars 4" TSA approved foldable travel scissors in my carryon on every trip. So great for all your scissor needs! Highly recommend!
Thank You DFBGuide! What a thrill! Everything that you mentioned in the video I already have it ready for my next trip to Disney.
Do you think you can make a video of the essentials that should be packed at Christmas or winter time to Disney?
I bring sewing scissors with me in my carry on. You can bring scissors less than 4 inches from the pivot point.
Hi AJ I regularly watch your videos. I was at WDW last May and being a senior I suffered from heat prostration. I walked for an hour at high noon looking for a place to sit down in the shade. Also could not find water sources. Would you kindly consider making a video on free places to rest and cool off and find water? Strollers block all of the seating everywhere
AirTag your people, too! Was just at WDW with my 65yr old mom and wanted to spend an afternoon in Epcot while she wanted to chill by the pool…so I tossed an AirTag in her park bag in case she got turned around when we met up in World Showcase. (Easier than explaining the “Find My” situation in her phone…which is dead half the time, anyway.) Also used this on my best friend in Rome and London in case we got separated. 👍
We tacked one on the inside of our 4 year old’s shorts pocket with a safety pin each day of our trip last year. Gave us some peace of mind!
Considering the size of the parks, and the volume of people who go there, There are Not near enough water refill stations. Free cups of water when there is a huge order line can be time killers. Filtered water is really important at Magic Kingdom.
You had a lot of good general travel tips, not just for Disney. Thanks!
I always found fountain water at Disney to be pretty bad tasting. I'm curious if the water bottle fillers have a filter or taste any better? Are there any options that people use to make the water taste better and that can be used with a collapsible water bottle? Thanks!
I've just ordered a water bottle with filter to replace one I lost. Regardless of how the water going into it taste the filter at the spout makes it taste just fine.
What EXCELLENT updated suggestions!!!! Thank you!!!
Am I the only one who doesn't understand the popularity of wireless earphones. Tried them once and hated them. It felt like they were gonna fall out of my ears at any time plus I didn't like having to charge them. I'll stick with my regular old earphones. This was a really good and informative video though.
Yes but then I bought itty-bitty ones cuz I guess I have small ears? The Jbl Dime fits perfectly so my kids dont worry so much about how obsessed I am about Disney food.
Lazy.
Gotta find the right set for a good fit. They've become an essential part of my EDC and get daily use. For charging I just drop mine on my wireless charge pad along with my phone+watch at bedtime. Everything charges wireless, easy
I’m with you!! Plus, they give me headaches. Too much Bluetooth around my brain is no good lol!!
Most wireless earbuds don’t fit in my ears in the first place, Bluetooth headphones ftw lol
AJ when we travel and at night in the hotel we use my cellphone with a small Bluetooth speaker and play fan sound from you tube for 10 hours works great just leave the phone and the speaker plugged in
9 months till our holiday and im watching these videos daily!!!
Can you take the mini sewing kit that has scissors into Disney?
You can use any apple iPhone or iPad as a sound machine without an app now :) - Settings > accessibility > audio/visual > Background sounds (On)
GoPros and Gimbals. List was pretty on point on what I usually pack myself!
Thank you. I just added more stuff to my list.
Super helpful video. Thank you!! ❤
Whoa whoa whoa! Bottle refill stations? These needs to be everywhere around the parks.
We finally went to Disney after planning and saving 2 years, and while it was a fun trip, I was hugely disappointed in what I expected for the $3-4k price tag.
Maybe it's just us, but if you are planning on breaking YOUR bank just to give your family the best vacay, you might reconsider, I would've gone internationally or a fancy beach house in FL, maybe a multi state road trip in Colorado and such. It's just not as great as they make it out to be for the outrageous price
I'll be honest here, Disney is best done in small chunks and with an outside the resort bubble experience. What I mean by that is that it's better to stay at a hotel that is near Disney but not a Disney property. It's better to do a day or two of Disney parks but combine it with a trip to Universal or Sea World. It's better to eat maybe a meal or two at Disney but get the majority of your meals someplace else. If you are going to do a Disney Resort only vacation yes you are going to pay through the nose for it and YES there are much better values in vacations elsewhere. In some cases that better value is right down the road from Disney.
in 2 weeks and 3 days i be in disnye world. so so excited
If you have an Iphone, there is a white noise (balanced, bright, dark, ocean, rain or stream) feature buried in the Accessibility setting.
I just put my bottles of toiletries in gallon size freezer baggies. They are more durable than regular baggies.
Thank you for making this 15 days before my trip !
This is a huge help since I’m planning to go in August for a week
I’m surprised more luggage cottoned haven’t cottoned on to fitting air rage OR creating their own versions & installing them in luggage.
These are awesome points! Thank goodness I use the autotrain instead of flying to Disney. My luggage is in my truck and boarded on the train.
Low carb tortilla? In Latin America they call that cardboard.
Another reason to carry layers, if you get caught in the rain and then have to ride a bus back to your hotel, those buses are NOT WARM. The a/c at night when you’re wearing rain dampened clothes is awful!
Been going for long time. Only thing you need is money. Lots!
not a Disney trip, but i wish i got the packing cube for this trip....I can't tell you how much of a mess my side of the room i had, and we just stayed for 4 days! IT WAS A MESS! also Bring a book...
Exactly 4 weeks till i will be there! Its been Exactly 25 years since the last time i went as a kid. Now time for my youngest to see it her 1st time!
Or get rained on for hours and go to a table service, wished I had a sweat shirt yesterday.
Great advice! Added a couple of items to my list. Thank you!
Thank you ❤
What type of backpack is good to use. A small one or a big one?
Thanks all of these were great ideas😊❤
Wow it feels so weird to be this early but other than that I love your videos ❤❤
Instead of packing cubes, I use vacuum seal bags. I never know how many souvenirs I will come back with
I thought you could bring scissors in carry on as long as the blade from pivot point was less than 4 inches. Am I not understanding TSA guidelines?????
I love your videos. You are so awesome.
Thanks I love your picks!!
You mention Apple Air tags, just wanted point out Tiles for google android systems.
Great tips!
Or buy an aux cord for anywhere from $1 -$9 that goes directly to your phone and wired headphones.
4 days and I will be there!!!!!!
Hey can you do a video about the Assessibility that disney world offers for families who have kids with autism and other disorders please 🙏
1. Much more cash.
You got it. Best comment
Why spend spend spend to be in order. How about one gets in order with one has instead of spending more on unnecessary items. Get creative without spending.
If you can’t travel back with souvenirs, you have options of shipping them to home.
When traveling, shopping for necessities within your travels also lets you also have an adventure where you are traveling too. Meet locals and give back to where you travel. Enjoy yourself!
Just got my 4 day passes! Can’t wait to be there in 2 weeks 😭
I can't find the video where you reference your recommendation for feet care. I saw a video about you recommending a foot massage lotion or bath or something. Can anyone reading this help me out?
I wish your shirts were more size inclusive. I really need a 4x and I can never get any Disney tops. 😢
Do all airlines allow them