Because of these two things, we generally recommend purchasing the Park Hopper option. For less than the price of three 1-day tickets, you can purchase a 7-day discounted Park Hopper. The most common discounts are: Of these discounts, military Disney ticket discounts are typically the best, followed by AAA discounts. AAA discounts typically are not as good as the prices offered by the discount ticket brokers, but military or department of defense discounts are always better. Another option available to some people is Tickets at Work.
In other cases, their prices are worse. After Annual Pass tiers changed, that now is typically not true unless you are a Florida resident or are a Disney super fan who will travel to Florida times per year. Due to the opening of Star Wars: Between now and the opening of Star Wars: Walt Disney World increased prices twice last year in those months and with Disney getting aggressive about pricing this year ahead of Star Wars: Walt Disney World really needs to get crowds in order before the Star Wars land opens, which is sure to draw huge crowds, no matter the cost. Hopefully the above info helped you determine which Walt Disney World park ticket you should buy and how to save money on those tickets.
If you still have some questions, here are some general rules:. If you want to save money on tickets or determine which type you should get, read our Tips for Saving Money on Walt Disney World Tickets post. Have any questions about which tickets might be best for you? Which Walt Disney World tickets do you think are best, and why?
If you still have any questions, please leave them in the comments and we will try to help! Written by Tom Bricker.
We just finished up our 2nd successful trip in large part du to your tips, so thank you so much! I am helping a friend plan a trip for her family but they are only looking to spend 1 day at disney parks, where do you think we can get the best price for one day base ticket? One big advantage to buying Annual Passes if you are staying off site is not having to pay for parking at the Parks. Do you know if perks at work will allow you to link tickets prior to arrival? Im eligible to purchase them but will want to link for fast passes!
What do you recommend if you have ONE day to spend at Disney? Coming in March with a group of 4 couples, all in our late 20s. Still not sure where to purchase tickets before arrival in Washington state. Can you be more specific where in Florida to purchase tickets before arrival? Very sneaky. On the bright side, will call tickets can be linked to your magic band, so you never physically have to go to will call.
Your email address will not be published. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Notify me of new posts by email. Sarah Upton February 1, Hi Tom! Thanks so much! LJ January 31, Your coffee maker can be used for more than coffee. You can run it to make hot water for tea, hot chocolate, etc. You may want to choose a hotel that offers a refrigerator in the room, or inquire whether your hotel will provide one for a small fee. We have put a pint of milk or bottles of water on ice this way.
Some hotels — such as many all-suite hotels and the Disney Vacation Club resorts — offer a small microwave. That gives you even more breakfast options, such as hot cereals, and allows you to warm up sweet rolls, etc. Making meals at your hotel may not be very relaxing, however, unless you plan ahead to reduce the hassle of shopping, cooking, and cleaning up. If you do not have a kitchen in your room, however, we strongly discourage using any appliance that produces high heat , such as a toaster or tabletop grill.
Using such appliances is a serious fire hazard and can endanger you, your family and other guests in the hotel. Suites that include kitchens have the properly-rated electrical outlets, ventilation systems and most importantly, fire extinguishers! Regular hotel rooms do not. What we found to be very good was the jar of peanut butter!
The hotel we stayed at had free apples at the check-in counter. In the mornings we would spread peanut butter on the apples for a yummy breakfast. I had granola bars, mini packages of cookies and crackers, gum, beef sticks, etc. It is also a good idea to plan to pack good treats for the plane trip as the airlines do not feed you on the trip anymore and the airports serve very expensive food.
If you are thinking about bringing food from home, be aware that the Transportation Security Administration TSA suggests that you do not put dense food items such as peanut butter, chocolate bars, etc. Your luggage is much more likely to be opened and searched outside of your presence if you check dense food items.
Thanks to Mary S for the reminder. A better bet is to ship non-perishable food items in advance to your hotel. Address the package as follows:. Hold for guest: Thanks to Dave C for the reminder. Soft drinks and beer are exceptionally expensive. If you will have a car or are willing to pay for a taxi , there are plenty of supermarkets near Walt Disney World.
There are also some newer grocery delivery services available in Orlando that we have not yet had an opportunity to try, but may be worth considering. Instacart delivers groceries and other items to Walt Disney World resorts from several local stores, including Publix. Safeway also offers delivery to Walt Disney World resorts, though of course only of Safeway products. And Amazon Prime Now , available only to members of Amazon Prime , delivers groceries and other popular items. Reviews of these services are somewhat mixed; the experience seems to depend quite a bit on which specific driver you end up getting.
Usually, any hotel that has kitchens or kitchenettes with real refrigerators in the room will be set up to handle food delivery. Also keep in mind that if you order liquor, the hotel may not be able to accept the order on your behalf. Check first before ordering beer, wine or spirits. We chose Garden Grocer over WeGoShop because it has exact products and prices on its website, which we found easier and more convenient. Tipping the delivery person is at your discretion. WeGoShop requires you to submit your own very specific list of items, including sizes and brands.
The order form can be found on the DVC members website. Find out more details, as well as our tips and tricks for making Advance Dining Reservations. Best Bets Really inexpensive meals in the theme parks are hard to find, but listed below are some cheap options for real food that will fill you up. Basic Tips — Disney has three basic levels of food outlets: The next best option is usually to order a platter at a quick service restaurant and ask them to leave off some or all of the side items.
Below are some of our favorite inexpensive meals in the four parks. Some of the best food can be found outside the theme parks, at the resort hotels. Oftentimes we drive there for dinner just for the fettucine! The least expensive Character breakfasts on property can vary based on season, but last we checked these are the cheapest: All seven of the below restaurants are as of last report charging the same amount for a character breakfast: This breakfast features Lilo, Stitch, Mickey and Pluto.
Crystal Palace in the Magic Kingdom. This breakfast features Pooh, Piglet, Tigger and Eyeore. Tusker House in Animal Kingdom. This breakfast features Donald, Goofy, Mickey and Daisy in safari outfits. This breakfast features Minnie, Donald and Goofy. This breakfast features Disney Jr.
Trattoria Al Forno on the Boardwalk, which is an easy walk from Epcot. Garden Grill at Epcot.
This breakfast features Chip, Dale, Mickey and Pluto. The Character breakfasts where you can meet princesses are: Consider this discovery by MouseSavers. Peanut butter is about. So for a couple dollars, you can make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. It includes yogurt, apple slices, carrots, Goldfish crackers, a snack bar and milk or a small bottle of water.
Same Item, Lower Price In a few cases, an expensive table-service restaurant and a nearby counter-service location offer the same food item for two very different prices. Here are some hints note that prices were correct as of July , but are subject to change at any time: Thanks to participants on the DIS Restaurants board for ideas.
Then take one of the hamburger patties off the double burger, and put it on the extra bun.
Most of the counter-service restaurants have a condiment bar where you can add any toppings you like to the two burgers. Split the fries and drink, or order an extra drink. Thanks to rams for the idea.
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He combined that with the extra bun. Reader Hadley B writes: Jump to: Desserts and side dishes are reasonably priced. Breakfast sandwiches are a total bargain. It is a strictly counter-service situation with long lines, which fortunately move fast. We love Earl of Sandwich and eat there all the time. Additionally, if you will have a car, consider this option: Panera Bread offers reasonably priced breakfast items, sandwiches hot and cold , soups and salads, all freshly made. They also have free Wi-Fi.
The closest Panera to Disney property is at Vineland Avenue. Call for hours. Apopka-Vineland Road aka CR We can give this restaurant only a conditional recommendation. The pizza is only so-so, but if you need to feed kids who are not too picky and you want a very low-priced meal out, this is an option. Sweet Tomatoes is located in the Crossroads Center, which is within walking distance of several of the Disney Springs resort area hotels at S. Apopka-Vineland Road Hwy This location is very clean and well staffed, with fresh and delicious food. Bahama Breeze restaurant at Vineland Avenue serves moderately priced, Caribbean-inspired food in a casual, tropical atmosphere.
Everyone we have met who actually lives or works near Walt Disney World has recommended this place to us. Open for lunch and dinner. The phone number is Thanks to Jennifer H for additional info. The menu is large enough to have something for everyone, and the quality is high. They also brew their own beers, which are very good. Be sure to check their website for specials — they sometimes have printable coupons and discounts.
For a more upscale experience at reasonable prices, check out Seasons The atmosphere is casually elegant and the food and wine are outstanding. The atmosphere and food quality are at least equal to the best restaurants on Disney property, but the prices are lower. Call for reservations. If you are a serious carnivore, the Brazilian-style churrascaria Texas de Brazil features high-quality meats of all kinds, brought to your table on skewers.
Reservations are recommended: Note that there is the less expensive option of creating your own sundae with just one or two scoops of ice cream and your selected topping s. While looking over the menu on the back I found the Earthquake listed. Not only can you choose the flavors of ice cream, but also all the toppings. We all had fun and made a mess at the same time. The kids have so much fun taking a few bites and then turning the dish so they can sample all the flavors. I enjoy the fact that with 8 different flavors everyone gets what they want.
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Deals include discounts on beer, wine and cocktails, and half off most appetizers. Sign up for their Island Insiders email list to get offers in your email every week or so. Check the link and view details for the Lake Buena Vista location to see if deals or times have changed. Sign up for their Premier Rewards program to get coupons by email every week or two. Choose the Lake Bryan, FL location as your favorite. Earl of Sandwich Disney Springs has an eClub that you can join online for free.
Check the link to see current deals. Perkins Crossroads Center — Sign up for their eClub and get special offers by email. Offers on Costco. Saturday and Sunday only. Kids plate excludes drinks and shakes. Children 12 and under. Dine-in only. Sign up online for their Club Veg to receive coupons by email. Texas de Brazil International Drive — Sign up online for the eClub and receive emails with various discounts. The bonus gift card has a few restrictions and a short-ish expiration date.
Valid for up to 8 guests. Valid from 11 am to 4 pm. Park admission required. However, please note: Thanks to Don M for info. Florida Resident Discounts Florida resident can get a discount on Tables in Wonderland membership — read more below. Membership Discounts Jump to: Read more information about Tables in Wonderland. Thanks to Jeff C for info. We have been turned down a few times, but other times have been given the discount. Visit McFun. Offer excludes tax, tip and alcoholic beverages.
Not valid with any other offer, promotion, or discount. Save on Beverages Jump to: Want a cheaper and more environmentally friendly solution? Get a reusable bottle that comes with a filter , and fill it from drinking fountains or restroom sinks in the parks.