The Art of the Disney Park Bag

Have you ever wondered what you should pack for your day at Disney World? Maybe you have perfected it over the course of your trips to Disney? I like to think I have. It took awhile. Our first trip was a backpack, for two people, and now we are down to the minimal. It makes getting around the parks easier and hopefully you’ll appreciate these tips to prepare you for what to take.

The person who needs certain things:

• Like I’ve said before, we are 30-somethings without kids, so when we go to Disney World, I have a bag I take with me, this carries our necessities for our trips in the park. I got a great deal on a name-brand fashion, cross-body swingpack. It’s basically waterproof and is the perfect size for our trips. It holds a camera, our sunglasses case, lip balm, a small bottle of hand sanitizer, a wallet or credit card holder for all tickets, our phones and depending on time of year, sunblock.
• Now if you want to carry around a water bottle or extra socks/flip flops for those water ride days, I recommend throwing those items in a draw string backpack. If you are a poncho person, this is perfect location for them as well.
• For those water ride days, or if it’s threatening rain, I recommend a couple of ziplock plastic bags in whatever bag you take. It’s great to have them to slide anything you don’t want ruined by water in: cell phone, watch, and wallet.
• Other additions worth adding: MiO/drink mix packets to help with the water fountain water taste. I recommend a snack if you need to eat every few hours. Just pack a box of granola bars in your luggage and place one in your bag each day. That way you aren’t spending money on unnecessary products or wasted snack credits. And a cell charger! Since there aren’t many plugs at Disney, if you are a techy person, take one for when you need that emergency boost of power.

For the Mom:

• While we don’t have kids, as of yet, I decided to reference a co-worker and a fellow Disney fan, whom has referenced herself as Psycho Disney Mom more than once. She recommends either a back pack, zipping tote or diaper bag that zips or closes securely.
• Now it’s what goes in the bag that is important. In addition to the normal: snacks, changes of clothes and shoes, sunscreen, wet wash cloths in baggies for cooling and cleaning, baby wipes and a first aid kit. She recommends taking items that will entertain your kid(s). Items such a bubbles, sidewalk chalk, travel toys and books can help keep your kid entertained during those long waits during the busy months. Being prepared for your kid(s) is key. As she told me: “It’s easier to deal with kid drama in one place (your bag) than to have to walk to the nearest first-aid stand or snack stand.” All of this can help reduce kid, and mom, meltdowns!
• And don’t forget the items mentioned from the first group, this helps the adults in your group from melting down as well.

Light travelers:

And if you are just a simpleton, make sure you keep track of your wallet and cell phone!

Celya G

Celya is the newest member of the Chip Panel. While not a Disney Blogger, she just enjoys Disney. She loves planning and reading about her favorite place to escape. She works in the sporting goods industry and loves to travel. You can follow her on twitter @mccullac talking about TV shows, sports or Disney World.

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