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How to Easily Travel Alone with a Toddler: 13 Survival Tips

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Inside: Don’t stress about your travels…learn how to easily travel alone with a toddler so you can stay sane!

My heart was pounding as I clicked the “Confirm Payment” button. Could I really travel alone with my toddler??

Going through security, holding all the bags, pushing the stroller and managing my wild toddler alone at an airport seemed like an impossible mission.

But it wasn’t! It was actually so much easier than I expected thanks to all of the tips I used.

I’ll show you all of the tried and true tips to help you travel with a toddler alone, all while saving your sanity!

These tips are not only really easy, but they will help you feel organized and in control, so you can spend less time stressing and more time focusing on your destination.

Before we get down to these epic travel tips, be sure to download the Toddler Travel Checklist so you can have everything you need when you are traveling alone with your toddler!


Let’s get down to it!

13 Tips for Traveling Alone with Toddler

Traveling alone with my toddler was not on my to-do list. But my parents asked to take my daughter to Disney World and it seemed like an amazing opportunity that I couldn’t pass up. We found out my husband couldn’t get off work those days so I decided to fly her down there by myself.

We’ve traveled plenty as times as a family—and even that seemed like an endeavor. How could I possibly fly solo with my toddler??

Here are 13 awesome tips that I used…

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1. Pack smart

The first tip to traveling alone with a toddler is to pack your bags SMART.

To pack smart:

  • Eliminate unnecessary bags
  • Pack light

By following these 2 simple steps, you can pack smarter and not harder!

Eliminate unnecessary bags

If you have a couple of smaller bags, such as a crossbody, pack it in a larger bag so it’s one less thing to keep track of.

When I travel, I use a huge tote as my carry on (for under the seat) and then pack my laptop, purse, and essentials in there. It’s everything in one place.

Another great tip to eliminate extra bags is to roll your clothes. This creates more space in your bags so you can pack more in them. You’re efficiently using all space so you don’t have to bring any more bags. If you’re packing shoes, you can also fit socks and little knick-knacks in them!

Pack light

I know it’s easy to overpack, especially when you’re traveling with kids. You immediately think of the things you *may* need, so you tend to pack more than you should.

But the key to packing light is to ask yourself what are your essentials. And if you forget something, will your destination have it?

It’s also good to know if your destination has a washer/dryer. This will eliminate the need to pack more outfits so you can rotate them!

Do the same with packing for your toddler. If your little one is potty training (or newly potty trained) you’ll want to make sure you have enough clothes for accidents.

I usually pack light so I can make sure my daughter has everything she needs.

Free toddler travel checklists

2. Use a checklist

Checklists absolutely save my sanity! When I’m about to travel I have a million things rolling around in my head so having a list of things to do and pack helps me ensure I’m not forgetting anything.

Have a running list of everything you need to get done and then make a list of everything you want to pack. As you begin to remember more things, add them to your list.

To save you time (and sanity!) I created a FREE Toddler Travel Checklist to help you make sure you have everything!

It also comes with a FREE Toddler Bag Checklist, so you have everything on hand while traveling.

I created a checklist from my personal travel list that I’ve used over 25 times and also a checklist template, so you can create your own list.

Don’t worry about packing too much or too little or forgetting something. Download the checklists now!

3. Organize your toddler diaper bag

When you’re running around the airport with a toddler on your arm and a suitcase in your hand the last thing you want is to be rummaging around your diaper bag for a wipe.

That’s why the third tips to easily travel alone with your toddler is to organizer your toddler diaper bag before you leave.

You want to use each pocket of the bag for a category and then fill that pocket with those things. I usually organize my bag like this:

  • Pocket 1 Sanitizing: Travel Lysol wipes, unbleached wipes, hand sanitizer
  • Pocket 2 Snacks: Apple sauce pouches, fruit snacks, crackers, yogurt bites, etc.
  • Large Pocket Bathroom Essentials: Wipes, extra clothes, travel potty seat, underwear (or diapers), diaper cream, etc.
  • Pocket 3 First Aid: Band-Aids, Neosporin, Benadryl Gel, etc.

This helps me know where each item in the bag is!

BONUS: Don’t forget to download my FREE Toddler Travel Checklist so you can rest easy knowing that your toddler has everything they need!

 

4. Use a stroller

If you’re traveling somewhere that will require a lot of walking (like Disney world or an amusement park), you’ll definitely want to bring a stroller. But having a stroller in the airport can also be a lifesaver.

Some airports are really big and there is a lot of walking and trams you have to take to get to your gate. Your toddler can easily become really tired and cranky.

Having a stroller prevents that meltdown!

If your little one doesn’t always want to sit in a stroller, that’s okay too! The stroller then becomes a cart for you to put your bags on and free up your hands. I’ve traveled alone with my toddler and the stroller was one of my best ideas.

You don’t have to check your stroller when you arrive at the airport. When you get to your gate, go to the attendant and they will give you a gate check tag.

When you begin boarding, you’ll leave the stroller at the plane door and the crew will place it under the plane. When you arrive at your destination, the stroller will be at the airplane door, right where you left it!

That way, you don’t have to wait until the carousel to get your stroller.

PRO TIP: To prevent your stroller from getting damaged, bring a travel stroller bag. Just place your stroller in the bag before you leave it on the runway. That way, it won’t get scuffed up or scratched!

5. Bring a car seat

Depending on how old your toddler is, you may want to bring a car seat. Car seats are not required for toddler travel (double-check your airline’s policy before you fly!).

But it may be smart to bring one depending on your situation.

My daughter does well in her car seat. When she’s in it, she knows not to try to get up. If she were sitting in a regular plane seat, she would want to run around the whole flight!

I purchased a lightweight travel car seat to use when we travel and it has been a godsend.

If you are also planning on renting a car or using a vehicle at your destination, then you’ll need a car seat anyway. It saves money to bring your own rather than to rent one.

Since you already paid for your toddler’s seat, the car seat flies just fine, at no extra cost.

If you’re traveling to a destination where someone is picking you up and you already have a car seat, then you can skip the car seat altogether.

Do what works best for you!

This is a picture of how I carried the car seat, stroller, and suitcases by myself with a toddler. It wasn’t bad at all!

Traveling with toddler alone and bags

 

6. Have travel documents on hand/in-app

The next tip for traveling with a toddler as easy as possible is to have all of your travel documents in a reachable location. Whether it be your pocket, your purse, your phone case, or a bookbag—place your ID and boarding pass somewhere that’s easy to locate.

Most airlines have apps where you can access your boarding pass electronically. This reduces the number of things you need to carry!

7. Follow these steps to breeze through security

Going through airport security is a headache. Add a toddler to that picture and you have yourself one stressful situation.

But it doesn’t have to be!

Because you already packed light and eliminates unnecessary bags, all you have to do is get them on the conveyor belt.

  • First, take off your shoes.
  • Then, place your larger bags on the table (removing any laptops and devices).
  • Next, you’ll want to take off anything that can’t go through the metal detector (phone, jacket, shoes, keys, wallet, etc.).
  • Lastly, place the diaper bag on the table, taking out any liquids and food that they need to check. You’ll be able to bring things that you normally wouldn’t because you have a toddler, such as milk.

Be sure to let the attendant know that it’s a diaper bag.

8. Pack liquids in a sealable bag

While we’re talking about security, be sure to pack all of your liquids in a Ziploc or resealable baggy. If they ask you to remove liquids, then all you have to do is take out that bag. And if something ever spills, it won’t get on your clothes or spread through your bag!

It’s a win-win!

9. Board early

Most airlines will give you priority boarding because you have a child. They will usually make a call for “parties traveling with strollers and car seats”.

This gives you enough time to make it to your seat and drop off your stroller and gives them enough time to store your stroller. Be sure to take advantage of this boarding!


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10. Place necessities in the seat pocket

When you finally board, it’s GO-time. You’ll want to place the bags overhead, secure the car seat (if you have one) and then sit your toddler down. Then place the smaller bags under the seat. But before you do that, take out essentials that you and your toddler will need during the first 30 minutes of your flight.

A bottle, sippy cup, snack, activity, phone, headphones—anything that you’ll need for the ascension. Then place all those things in the seat pocket in front of you.

It removes the need for you to bend down to get something in your bag once the flight has begun.

Doing this has really saved my sanity!

10 Best Tips to Easily Travel Alone with a Toddler!

11. Use a travel potty

If your toddler is potty trained, then using the airport bathrooms can be a concern of yours. Yes, there are toilet seat covers, but most toddlers don’t fit on those huge adult size toilets.

The solution for both of these problems is a travel potty seat!

I purchased this super affordable travel potty seat on amazon and it’s been a game-changer. It suctions to any size toilet and folds up into a little travel bag. I’ve been using it for almost 6 months and I never go anywhere without it!

You can transform any public toilet into a place where your child feels comfortable within seconds.

I never travel without it!

Travel Potty

12. Use a harness

One of my worst fears in the world is my daughter running off at the airport and getting lost. Enter the harness—which can really be a lifesaver, especially if traveling alone with a toddler.

Using a harness can help you keep a rein on your wild toddler and prevent them from running off. In high traffic, busy public areas when your toddler refuses to sit in their stroller (let’s face it, we’ve all been there…) having a harness will help you feel secure that your toddler is with you at all times.

We live in a crazy world. Safety precautions are necessary!

I’ve purchased 2 types of harnesses and switch them out from time to time. One is just basic and the other is a backpack type harness so your toddler won’t mind wearing it.

My daughter doesn’t mind them because they are fun looking and she feels like she’s wearing something special.

13. Sit in a window seat

The last tip for traveling alone with a toddler (by airplane) is to book a window seat. A window seat not only gives you more space but it eliminates you being afraid that your toddler is going to bother the person next to them.

If you are traveling with a car seat, most airlines require you to have a window seat anyway.

The only downside to a window seat is having to ask the person next to you to move when you need to get up. But that’s okay!

Anyone with an aisle seat is fully aware of what they’re getting themselves into.

I rather have more space than be able to exit quickly.

I also book the window seat because it keeps my daughter from wanting to run up and down the plane aisle!

Free toddler travel checklists

FREE TODDLER TRAVEL CHECKLISTS

Don’t forget to download the free toddler travel checklists!

Download digital and printable versions of a Toddler Travel Checklist and a Toddler Bag Checklist so you never have to second guess if you packed everything!

The checklists come with a tried and true checklist that I’ve been using for yeaarrrsss to successfully pack my family for vacations.

(My parents call me the packing princess because I can pack so much in so little and never forget anything haha)

And now I’m sharing my awesome checklists with you!

It also comes with a checklist template so you can use it to fill in your own items. As a bonus, I even add my Adult Packing Checklist so you can pack with ease too.

Don’t pass this up!

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So there you have it!

Those are my 12 best tips for traveling alone with a toddler and keeping your sanity!

Here’s a quick recap:

  1. Pack smart
  2. Use a checklist
  3. Organize your toddler diaper bag
  4. Use a stroller
  5. Bring a car seat
  6. Have travel documents on hand
  7. Breeze through security with those tips
  8. Pack liquids in a bag
  9. Utilize the back pocket
  10. Bring a potty seat
  11. Use a harness
  12. Sit in the window

Now when the “confirm payment” button pops up on your screen, your heart won’t pound as much as mine did 🙂

Always With Love, Brianna

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20 Brilliant Sesame Place Tips You Need to Know

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Inside: Visiting Sesame Place? Find out the 20 brilliant Sesame Place tips to save money, avoid the crowds, and have an awesome family fun day!

Are your kids crawling up your leg in boredom begging to go on vacation? Looking for a family friendly, low-cost destination is not an easy task!

I was pulling my hair out trying to think of a place I can take my family that didn’t cost me an arm and a leg.

But luckily, Elmo came to the rescue– hello 123 Sesame Street!

Sesame Place, located in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, is a great family theme park that is budget-friendly and can cater to everyone in your family. It’s a half water park and half amusement park, so you can enjoy the water in the heat and then dry off while hitting the rides!

If you’re looking to take your family on vacation or out for a family fun day and are thinking about a trip to Sesame Place, here are 20 brilliant tips to help you save money, avoid crowds, and make the most out of your day.

After these tips, you’ll be a pro on Sesame Street like Elmo!

20 Awesome Sesame Street Tips & Hacks

This was our family’s first trip to Sesame Place. We took my daughter to Sea World in Orlando for the grand opening of Sesame Street and she had a blast. But another trip to Florida from New York is out of our budget so I was bummed.

I was on the Sea World site looking for discounts when I saw the Sesame Place icon at the bottom of the page. My heart leaped! I completely forgot there was a Sesame Place!

Not only that, but it’s in Pennsylvania and was only 2 hours from us! So, I bought the tickets on sale and we ventured to Sesame Place for the first time.

Here are the secret tips that I learned!

 

How to score deals on tickets

If you were to walk up to Sesame Place right now and buy a ticket at the gate, you would get sticker shocked. Let’s be honest, no one is paying $80 to visit a baby park for one day.

The good news is, with the right research, you can score great deals on tickets that can easily save you hundreds of dollars!

First, take a look at the Sesame Place website. On the homepage, you’ll see different sales and promotional discounts. For more details, you can browse the Tickets & Passes page.

The only reason why we decided to take our first trip to Sesame Place is because we found a great ticket on the Sesame Place website. They were running an extremely affordable deal on a 2-day ticket for only $47.99. I saved $56 per ticker– score!

Sesame Place Tip 1: To stay in the loop with sales on tickets, you can sign up to receive emails too.

Sesame Place Ticket
You will receive an order confirmation email with your tickets. You do NOT NEED to print your tickets. You can scan your tickets on your phone at the gate entrance
Don’t sleep on Groupon

Groupon runs deals on Sesame Place tickets too! Last week I saw a Groupon for a 2-day ticket with a free meal each day for only $69. That’s less than $30 a day!

If you are on a budget, I highly recommend for you to plan a Sesame Place visit around discounted tickets. If you’re solely visiting Sesame Place, I wouldn’t recommend booking a hotel before buying your tickets. Ticket sales change from week to week.

Don’t pay full price if you are flexible with dates. You may be able to find a cheaper ticket!

Season Pass Option

If you are planning on visiting Sesame place for 3-4 times before the year ends, consider a Season Pass. There are different pass tiers with different costs. Research your best options before purchasing your day tickets. You can also upgrade your day ticket to a season pass at any point!

 

Age matters

Sesame Place Tip 2: The second part of scoring good tickets is to know how many tickets you need.

Most theme parks (Like Disney World and SeaWorld) consider children’s tickets to start at the age of 3. Which means if your child is younger than 2 years and 23 months, then they are free.

Sesame Place has a different ticket policy. Children 2 and over have to pay for a ticket. Your child is free if they are 23 months or younger.

This was my first time ever paying for my daughter to enter a theme park. It hit me like a punch to the gut. Paying $50 for my 2 year old to run around and then nap? I thought it was a waste of money.

But Sesame Place is literally a theme park for kids. It caters to babies, toddlers, and children. I took a gamble by buying Baby L a ticket and I’m so glad that I did because she’s never had so much fun at a park before.

At sesame place, the park is dedicated to the little ones. So the cost was worth it for us, especially since we got that sweet deal 🙂

20 Brilliant Sesame Place tips

Day trip or mini vacay?

Sesame Place is conveniently located right outside of Philadelphia, PA. It’s about 2 hours from New York City.

Sesame Place Tip 3: If you live within a 2-hour distance from Sesame Place, then a day trip is more than possible.

Which can save you money on a hotel!

You can also go for a mini vacation and stay for 2 days and just book a room for one night, saving you on a flight to a vacation destination.

We planned to visit Sesame Place on a Sunday and left at 8:00 am. We stopped for a quick breakfast (no one like a grumpy, hangry toddler sitting in a car seat for 2 hours), and then went on our way.

We arrived at 9:45, just in time for the park opening at 10:00 am. We left at 6:30 pm and arrived back home at 8:45 pm. It was a great family fun day that felt like a mini vacation!

Sesame Place Bag Essentials

What to Bring

What do I need to bring? The age old family vacation question!

Sesame Place Tip 4: Pack the right items on your bag!

Don’t worry, I created a COMPLETE Sesame Place essentials checklist for you! I used this list when I packed for our trip and it was a lifesaver. I had everything that we needed and didn’t have to spend money on purchasing anything in the park.

Sesame Place is a water park and kiddie amusement park so you’ll need a couple of different things for a successful day.

In the Sesame Place Essentials Packing Checklist, I have a list of things you need for the water park and a list of things you need for the amusement park. It’s the perfect Sesame Place packing list from A to Z.

Get it now!

When to arrive

Summer = No school = A lot of People

The absolute best thing to do is to arrive when the park opens. Luckily, the park doesn’t open too early where you’ll be up at the crack of dawn.

Plan to arrive at the park 15 minutes before the park opens. Thankfully the parking isn’t like Disney where you have to take tram to the park entrance.

The Sesame Place entrance is literally right in front of the parking lot. You have to cross a street, but the pathway across the street is very wide and safe for park goers (and babies!).

If you arrive early, you can park in the front rows of the lot and are right in front of the park entrance. This is especially handy if you need to access your car throughout the day to drop bags off.

Sesame Place Tip 5: To save money on food, you can pack a cooler in your car with drinks and sandwiches and take a trip to your car for a half hour. If you arrived early and got a good spot then you’ll only have to walk 5 minutes to your car to grab a quick bite!

Also, at prime lunch hours, the eateries are jampacked. You can easily spend an hour waiting in line for your food. If you pack some food in your care you can save that time by exiting the park to eat in your car and then entering the park again to hit your favorite rides while people are in line and eating.

You save money and save time!

Where to Eat

One of the best Sesame place tips is regarding food…

Sesame Place is not the biggest of theme parks, therefore there aren’t many eateries. There are 2 main eatery locations which are indoors (hello AC!). One is Cookie Monster Cafe and the other is Elmo.

Then there are a couple of outdoor cafes that are open during the Summer. One of Abby’s located near the wave pool and lazy river and the other is Oscars, also located in the water park side of the park.

Sesame Place Tip 6: Eat at off hours! Don’t eat lunch at 12. Consider eating an early lunch or a late lunch. Avoid the busy eateries from 12-1:30 pm. We did now know this and learned the hard way that it would take 1 hour to receive our food.

Don’t make our mistakes!

 

Food you can bring with you

Sesame Place Tip 7:  You can also bring in snacks with you in the park & mini soft coolers are allowed.

So you can pack cans of soda, juice boxes, and snacks for your family! I don’t think you can bring in full meals and fully prepared big sandwiches but you can definitely bring in smaller items.

(Even though I didn’t see them thoroughly checking the coolers and bags).

This can save you a ton of money!

How to plan your day

Another popular question is: do I start with wet rides or dry rides?

It depends on your family’s preference and your children’s overall schedule!

I’m definitely a planner so I like to have an overall game plan when we go to theme parks. But Sesame place is a lot smaller than your average theme park so I suggest to have an overall plan but also to go with the flow of the day.

 

Here’s what we did and it worked amazingly:

  • 7:45 am: We hit the road and had breakfast on the road on the way to Sesame Place
  • 9:45 am: Got a good parking spot, entered the park waiting for it to open.
  • 10:00 am: Entered the park and put on our bathing suits/sunscreen to hit the waterside first. We had 2 hours of water fun!
  • 12:00 pm: Changed to dry clothes to eat lunch
  • 12:30 pm: Ate lunch
  • 1:00 pm: Went on rides and went to character meet and greets
  • 3:00 pm: Parade (we started waiting for the parade at 2:45 to get a good spot)
  • 3:30 pm: Changed into a fresh bathing suit for some more water fun while the sun was at its hottest (played in the Count’s Water House)
  • 5:00 pm: Had a snack and winded down
  • 5:30 pm: Changed to fresh clothes for the trip home. Shopped around the stores
  • 6:00 pm: Exited the park
  • 6:30 pm: Before hitting the road, we stopped at an outside fast food restaurant because it was cheaper to have a meal outside of the park at this time. Outside of the park, there is a Chick-fil-a, Wawa, Burger King, Salad Works, and couple of more eateries.

Sesame Place Tip 8: Plan your day around what you want to accomplish! Check out the guide to see when your favorite characters are out to take pictures and meet the kiddies. There are also some pretty fun shows!

If you have older kids who like the roller coasters, you can hit the big coasters in the morning first to avoid long lines and then hit the popular water rides. I saw a lot of families who stayed in their bathing suit all day and never changed too.

Do what is best for your family!

Count's Splash House| Sesame Place Tips

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Secure your valuables

Because most of the park is water, you’ll have to leave your bags and stroller by the chairs. Don’t leave your valuables in your unattended bags!

Sesame Place Tip 9: get a waterproof necklace case.

We purchased this waterproof case necklace and were able to take our phones and credit cards/cash with us at all times. We left our bags and stroller on our chair but it only had our snacks and clothes, nothing super valuable.

You can also rent a locker in the front of the park for $15-$20 but since we were trying to keep this a budget-friendly trip, we opted out of the locker and just bought the waterproof necklaces.

You find the waterproof necklace pouch here for a great price!

BONUS: Don’t forget to grab your copy of the Free Sesame Place Packing Checklist so you can be sure to pack everything you need for the day! Click here to get it NOW!

Camera ready

Sesame Place has a photo pass where you can purchase the prints or download of the professional cameras at the character meet and greets but if you aren’t keen on spending $20 for a photo print, be sure to snap a picture of your little one with Elmo on your phone.

Sesame Place is a GREAT photo op theme park. Everything is very Instagram worthy! From the cute character shaped bushes to the street signs.

Sesame Place Tip 10: Always make sure to have your camera ready to get that priceless photo of your kiddo in front of the 123 Sesame Street Door!

Stroller or no stroller?

Sesame Place Tip 11: beware of strollers galore.

Sesame Place is about the only place that I ever said to myself “I could have kept the stroller in the car”. My daughter is 2 and DID NOT want to be confined to her stroller. She had no problem running from ride to ride and pool and pool. We basically pushed around an empty stroller all day. She didn’t want to miss a thing!

We left the stroller in the car for the first half of the day when we were in the water side and then went to the car to get the stroller around 12. (See, parking close came in handy!)

My daughter usually naps from 12-2 but even though she was pooped from the water rides, she was fighting that nap tooth and nail.

She got really exhausted after her second round of water rides and then willingly sat in the stroller and napped. It was only for a half hour but she needed it! So, the stroller definitely came in handy in the late afternoon.

But if you have older kiddo’s, maybe they won’t need the stroller at all.

There were 3 stores where strollers were prohibited, so you’d have to park it somewhere for most of the day anyway.

You are permitted to bring in stroller wagons! So if your kids prefer to sit and nap in those, go ahead and bring it!

 

Kiddie approved entertainment

Sesame Place is FILLED with entertainment designed just for kids. It’s kind of amazing! Be sure to try to catch the parade (there’s usually one in the afternoon and evening), and try to get to a show or meet a character!

If you want to kill 2 birds with one stone, schedule an Elmo character breakfast and then you can eat AND meet Elmo and his friends!

Sesame Street Elmo Parade

Bonus Sesame Place tips: Know before you go

Here are some more bonus Sesame Place tips and secret hacks…

  • Parking:

As of right now (June of 2019) general parking is $23.

 

  • The best bathrooms/changing rooms:

Since Sesame Place is little kid central, they have amazing bathroom amenities. Seriously, I was blown away.

Here’s my quick list of bathroom details—

The bathrooms next to Snuffy’s Sweet Treats have changing rooms (with a bench), changing tables, kid toilets, regular size toilets, and extra-large family bathrooms.

The bathroom’s in front of Count’s Splash Castle have regular bathrooms, changing rooms, changing tables, and shower stalls.

 

  • Abby’s Magic Queue:

This is Sesame Place’s version of Disney’s Fast Pass or Universal’s Express Pass. It’s a paid feature where you skip to the front of the line. It’s about $30 per person for the day.

 

  • Upgrade tickets:

If you only paid for a day ticket and realized that you want to visit again, don’t forget that you can upgrade your park ticket at any time! Just visit the Guest Relations Desk in front of the park.

 

  • Refillable cups:

You will see Coke machines around the park that you can refill your cups with. Sesame Place sells Season long refillable cups and popcorn buckets. We paid $9 for a refillable popcorn bucket and got free popcorn refills all day. The regular popcorn bag costs $4.99 so we got our money’s worth after 1 refill!

If you aren’t a soda drinker, don’t forget to bring refillable water bottles and you can fill up your bottles with free ice water. It’ll save you money!

20 top sesame place tips

  • Family care station:

There is a family care station that has anything you need for your children, including nursing stations, bottle warming, and where to go for lost children (yikes!. Be sure to locate it next to Cookie’s Café,

 

  • Phone charger

As I mentioned, Sesame Place is a dream come true for picture lovers! Be sure to have a portable charger on hand in case your phone runs out of battery. Recording the parade alone brought down my battery 20%!

(Don’t forget to read my post about what to bring on your trip to Sesame Place! Find out how to pack the perfect bag!)

 

  • Secure your chair early:

Sesame Place has awesome lounge chairs throughout the park. They get taken pretty quick. If you arrive when the park opens, be sure to secure chairs in your favorite location. It’ll help to have a relaxing place to kick back when you’re tired and want to rest your legs!

 

  • Skip the fancy shoes:

Water shoes or sandals are the way to go! Since the whole park is practically water-related, everyone is walking around barefoot, stepping on the scorching pavement or in sandals or water shoes.

 

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I hope I was able to help you feel prepared for your trip with these Sesame Place tips! Family trips and getaways are so important and finding a family orientated, budget-friendly location is golden.

Now you can visit a great family theme park without wanting to pull your hair out!

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Always With Love, Brianna

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June 25, 2019 · Leave a Comment

How to Save Money at Disney World

Family Life, Family Travel

How to save money at Disney World

Are you visiting Disney World but don’t want to break the bank? Me too! Disney CAN be an expensive place but it doesn’t HAVE to be. I’ll tell you all of the tips and tricks on how to save money at Disney world during your vacation!

The secret sauce to save money on your Disney World vacation is to know HOW you can save money. In this case, ignorance is not bliss! I’ve found 12 tips to save money at Disney World that you can easily do with your family. These tips to save money at Disney could save your family hundreds of dollars per day!

Check out my 12 smart, not so common tips to save money at Disney World! These tips will help you stay on budget while on your Disney vacation. I bet you haven’t heard these tips before so you can get the most out of your Disney World Vacation! #disneymom #familyvacation #disneyworld

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Let’s get down to these money saving tips!

 

How to Save Money at Disney World

 

1. Bring your own stroller

If you are traveling with babies or toddlers and need to use a stroller in the parks, then I strongly suggest you bring your own. Renting a stroller at the parks could cost you upwards of $40 a day.

Renting a stroller from an offsite company can cost you less, about $10-15 a day, depending on how long you rent the stroller. But if you are looking to cut costs and save money while on your Disney vacation, I recommend you bring your own stroller.

If you have a large, heavy, or bulky stroller, maybe even borrow a lightweight one from one of your friends or family members.

 

2. Bring your own snacks

One of the greatest things about Disney parks is the ability to bring in your own food and drinks! You can bring snacks, water, juice, sandwiches- pretty much anything! If you want to save on food costs, which can be quite pricy depending on where you go to eat, maybe pack food for one meal and only eat one meal at the park. This could have your family over $50 a day!

Toy Story Land Breakfast
Kid’s meal at Toy Story Land- only $5.99!

3. Eat Kids meals

I absolutely LOVE the kids meal’s at Disney. They offer amazing food, that is healthy too, at a great price. The meals come with an entrée, 2 sides, and a drink for around $5-6! Sometimes I just order a kids meal instead of an adult meal because it’s a smaller portion, less expensive, and comes with amazing options!

If my daughter doesn’t eat all of her sides or doesn’t drink her juice, I just bring a little cooler with me to the park and save all of the extra food for another meal. It’s a real money saver!

Every quick service location offers some form of a kids meal, so keep an eye out for good meals!

Save money at Disney World - Kids meal

4. Limit souvenir spending with gift cards

Disney World can be very expensive because of how much you are TEMPTED to buy. Disney World is pretty much one gigantic store, that every kid wants to buy everything in the store. To help limit spending, I travel with Disney gift cards. This helps me LIMIT my spending and gives my family a budget.

We decide how much we can spend on souvenirs and then get gift cards with an allotted amount. If you have several children, you can give them a gift card each with an amount and tell them that is their budget for the vacation. It also teaches them to think about what they are buying before they buy it and to weigh out their options.

So instead of buying a $50 t-shirt on day one, you’ll buy an $8 pin, a $5 magnet, a $15 t-shirt at another location.

If you have a target red card you can also get those Disney gift cards 5% off! So even saving more money!

 

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5. Order groceries / buy groceries

If you are staying on the Disney site at a Disney Resort, or even if you are staying off-site at a hotel or renting a home, you can save SO much money by buying groceries. Because you can bring snacks and drinks into the parks, you can save money by buying a case of water and bringing and taking a water bottle with you in the park.

Or you can save money on breakfast by buying breakfast bars or quick cereal and milk for your family to eat before heading to the park.

All of these little tips can really help you save money at Disney!

If you are staying at a Disney resort or at any hotel and do not have a vehicle to go to the store you have 2 options:

  1. You can Uber to the nearest grocery store
  2. You can order groceries and have them delivered to your hotel or resort, saving you a trip to the grocery store!

If you have an Amazon account with Amazon prime, you can order through amazon pantry and get free grocery delivery to your hotel! Saving money and saving time- SCORE!

 

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6. Take advantage of Complimentary water

Another really great way to save money at Disney world is to take advantage of their complimentary water! A bottle of water can cost you upwards of $4-$5 per bottle in Disney parks. To avoid this cost, you can request a free cup of water at any quick service location. On really, really hot days, they even put out jars of ice water with cups for you to freely take yourself.

Or you can bring a reusable water bottle with you and fill up your bottle with the complimentary water! That way the water stays cold and you have it on you throughout the day!


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7. Buffets

I know I tell you a lot of ways to save money on food, but this is one of my favorites. Disney buffets are known to be “expensive”, but what a lot of people don’t know is that breakfast buffets are almost half the cost of the dinner buffet.

If you really want to experience a character buffet or just any buffet in general, opt for breakfast. You will NOT be disappointed!

Not only is breakfast cheaper, but it also fills you up for most of the day so you are essentially eating 2 meals and are saving money!

Children under 3 eat free at buffets so you can also take advantage and bring your little ones while they are still young enough to eat for free and enjoy the food. The food is absolutely amazing and the variety is outstanding. The breakfast buffets even have dessert!

The buffets can range between $17-$35 a person, depending on the buffet.

My family always tries to get in one breakfast buffet during our vacation because we love it so much.

Even if you are not going to a Disney park, you can reserve a breakfast buffet at a Disney resort, such as Chef Mickey’s. You can have the full Disney experience and meet Mickey without even having to pay for a park ticket.

Talk about money saving!

Disney Buffet
Disney World Breakfast Buffet!

 

8. Use your Disney credit card

To be honest, I’m guilty of signing up for a Disney credit card just so I can rack up free money to go on Disney vacations. But it ended up being incredible because I use the card for everyday purchases that I would be making anyway, and I get “Disney dollars” for each purchase I make.

My husband and I ended up with about $1200 of FREE Disney dollars for just using the card on things that like utilities, gas, food, and shopping, that we were going to need to pay for anyway!

Plus, you get 15% off Disney purchases at Disney world AND have these amazing character meet and greet opportunities and get FREE pictures. Just for having a Disney credit card!

The credit card had no annual fee and its like having a little piece of Disney with me every day. I absolutely love it because it saves me SO much money when we go to Disney world!

Disney World Dessert Case Main Street

 

9. If you have little ones, skip the park hopper

If you are already on the fence about how many days to visit the Disney parks and if you are experiencing sticker shock at ticket prices, don’t worry, you’re not the only one.

I found that when you have babies and toddlers, it’s harder to park hop. So it’s best to do one park per day. Skipping the park hop option will save you about $40-70 a person. But I only recommend this if you are planning to do the Disney parks for 2 or more days. That way, you can choose one park per day that you want to visit. After all, there are 4 parks and 2 water parks to choose from.

If you are visiting Disney for only 1 day and want to just glance over the park’s main attractions and see the sights, then I would recommend just going for one day and adding the park hopper option, instead of paying for 2 different park days.

How to save money at Disney World

10. If you see something you want, check the Disney site for a cheaper price or sales

Disney is like a huge store where you basically want to buy everything. But it’s not surprising to believe that there are things that they sell in the parks that you can purchase cheaper elsewhere. Almost everything that they sell in the parks, you can get on the Disney Store website. The great thing about this is that Disney’s website often has sales and clearances, where you can save 10-25% off of the item that you see in the park.

I don’t recommend this for EVERY item though. There are some items that are Disney park exclusives that you cannot get elsewhere. Those things are smart purchases because, in the long run, they will be worth more because it is limited edition.

Be sure to ask a cast member if something can be found on the Disney site or if something is limited edition.

This can save you money!

Disney World Best Day Ever

 

11. If you want to pin trade, order a batch of used Disney pins online for cheap and then trade them for better ones during your stay

Pin trading is a really fun thing to do at Disney World. But it can also be very expensive. If you or your child wants to experience pin trading, I recommend purchasing a bulk of used pins from Amazon or Ebay and then trade those pins for better pins in the parks. There’s no use of purchasing beautiful, expensive pins if your child is just going to trade them anyway.

Instead of buying a $10 pin and trading it, purchase 20 pins for $10 on eBay and then trade those for pins that you see and want at Disney!

Magic Kingdom Castle

 

12. If you missed out on a souvenir at the park, try Disney Springs

If you find yourself out of Disney park tickets and are just really upset that you didn’t purchase something while in the park, do not spend money on another park ticket. Just visit Disney Springs!

I love Disney Springs because it is essentially a Disney park, for free! Even the parking is free! They have every store you can imagine, the worlds largest Disney store, top-notch restaurants, and even an outdoor mall. It’s absolutely beautiful!

I find that sometimes when I’m in Orlando and can’t afford to go into a Disney park, I just visit Disney Springs and get my Disney fill that way! They have almost everything that you can find in the parks. Sometimes I don’t even waste my time in the park with souvenir shopping because I can do that at Disney Springs. Why waste money on a park ticket for something that you can do for free tomorrow?!

SO be sure to visit Disney springs! It’s a fun, free, Disney day!

 

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> So, there you have it! Remember, the secret sauce to save money on your Disney World vacation is to know HOW you can save money. Now you know 12 ways HOW to save money at Disney world during your family vacation!

Happy Disney Vacation!

Always With Love, Brianna

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March 6, 2019 · Leave a Comment

Disney on a Budget

Family Life, Family Travel

Planning a trip to Disney world on a budget does not have to be impossible!

Do you want to visit the happiest place on earth but automatically think that it’s too expensive and unaffordable? Think again! Planning a trip to Disney on a budget is a lot easier thank you think!

 Going to Disney World doesn’t have to put you into debt! Here is a list of detailed tips for planning a trip to Disney World on a budget! With in-depth information to make your dream vacation a reality!

Want to visit Disney World but don’t want to spend too much money? Here are 15 tips for planning a trip to Disney World on a budget! These tips will help you do Disney on a budget and plan an affordable and cheap Disney vacation for your family! Plus, a free Disney Printable Planning Packet! #disneyworld #traveltips #familygoals

 

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Tips for planning a trip to Disney on a budget!

1. Research best places to stay

First very important step to planning a trip to Disney on a budget is to decide where you want to stay. The key is research, research, research!

The main 2 options you have is to stay on Disney property or stay off site.

Let’s go over these 2 options!

Option 1: Staying on Disney Property

Do not be deceived by these words and automatically think that this is the most expensive option! There are times that I went to Disney World and it was actually CHEAPER for me to stay on site than at a regular hotel in the Orlando area. Let me tell you why… PERKS! There are phenomenal perks when you stay onsite at a Disney Resort and they can actually save you a toonnn of money if you take advantage of them smartly.

Disney Value Resort

 

Here are some of the perks for staying on site that are serious money savers:

Free Disney’s Magical Express (transportation to and from the airport)

So if you fly to Disney instead of driving, the Disney bus comes and picks you up and drops you at the hotel for free! PLUS if you take advantage of this option they also pick up your checked luggage and bring it to your hotel for you so you don’t even have to wait for it or do anything yourself!

This eliminates the cost for a taxi or transportation to the hotel. It also reduces the need for you to rent a vehicle because Disney literally takes care of any transportation you need. Of course, some people choose to still rent a vehicle so they can visit other sites and tourist places. But again, we’re talking about doing Disney on a budget so this cost can be cut if needed!

Disney On Site Transportation

 

Free transportation to and from the Disney parks (saving you money on parking fees at the park)

There are Disney buses that pick you up from your resort and drop you off at the desired park. There’s a bus for magic Kingdom, Epcot, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios, Disney Springs and both Disney waterparks.

If you drive your car you also get free parking at the Disney parks too! So you’re saving about $25 a day! There is also a nightly fee for parking at the Disney Resort, so if you eliminate the need for a car, you’re saving an additional $15 a night for parking.

You get to pick your Fast Passes 60 days in advanced

Fast passes are awesome because you don’t have to wait in line for a ride, you just come back at you appointed time and you get straight on. People who are not staying on site choose their fast passes 30 days in advanced of their trip. But Disney Resort guests get to choose their fast passes 60 days in advanced so they get first pick at the rides and times.

This in turn saves you money because the better fast passes you get, the quicker you can do the attractions, which means you’re getting the most out of your park day! Why go to one park 2 days and waste money on another ticket when you can do everything in one day? Disney on a budget money saving!

Disney On A Budget | Free Fast Pass Tracker

 

Some tips for finding cheap rates at Disney Resorts

  • Check for sales regularly
  • Go on value season

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Option 2: Stay in a villa

Now that we briefly went over staying on Disney site, let’s talk about how to save money if you are staying off site!

There are plenty of reasons why a family would choose to stay off site, despite the Disney perks. One reason being that they have a bigger family and staying off site is cheaper so they can get larger accommodations! I have stayed at a regular hotel, rented a villa, and rented a house through a rental site. All of these options have worked and at different times depending on my family’s needs.

If you have children that you want them to be in their own room or you have a larger family that is willing to split the cost of renting a 2 or 3 bedroom place, then this option is much cheaper than booking 2-3 Disney rooms.

Magic Kingdom Castle

 

The key to this option is to really research prices and different places. You want to stay somewhere that is close enough to the parks so you’re not wasting gas driving too far but also a place that is less expensive. I rented a house for only $600 for the week (8 days, 7 nights) that was 15 minutes from the parks and included incredible amenities, such as a pool, rec. room and restaurant on the complex. It was totally worth it because it was less than $100 a night.

We had to rent a vehicle and pay for parking fees at Disney but that cost was offset by spending less on a nightly rate than we would have at Disney. It worked because there was more of us chipping in!

 

2. Go on value season:

No matter where you stay, if you are planning a Disney world vacation on a budget, then you want to travel during offseason. Because EVERYTHING is cheaper during the offseason. Plane tickets, hotels, car rentals, and even theme park tickets! Not only will things be cheaper, but the parks won’t be as crowded!

Think of off season being when kids are in school and there are no holidays or long weekend. Peak seasons tend to be when kids are off of school and people are on vacation.

Find out the exact times of value season, low season, and peak season in my Disney Vacation Planning Printable Packet!

Disney on a Budget | Visit on Value season

3. Plan early

Whenever you are planning a Disney World trip on a budget, you want to make sure that you are planning early. Anything that you need to book or buy will be cheaper when you buy it early.

Planning early also gives you more time to save. The sooner that you research your trip details and decide on what you want to do, the more information you have on exactly HOW much you need to save.

 

4. Drive

Another option to plan a trip to Disney on a budget is to drive. If you are within driving distance to Florida and you have a large family, then driving will be a lot cheaper than flying. I know this tip is common sense, but if you have the option to drive and flights are looking too expensive, it may be the best option.

Airplane | Flying to Disney on a budget

5. Look at a flight low fare/best fare calendar

If you are in your researching phase and are looking in to flights to Orlando, be sure to check the airlines low fare calendar. This is where they will show you the cost of your trip for each day of the month.

That way, you can see which days are more expensive to fly and which days are the cheapest! I’ve scored tickets for only $69 each way by using the low fare calendar. I was planning on flying out a Wednesday and it was $110 each way, but then I checked the low fare calendar and found out it was $40 cheaper to just fly out the next day! Score!

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6. Look for perks EVERYWHERE!

Just like staying on the Disney site has perks, so does a lot of other places! From hotels, to airlines, to car rentals, and more!

For example, I flew southwest one time just so I can take advantage of the free 2 checked bags per person! It was the first time flying with our baby and we had a lot of extra stuff with us (car seat covers, diapers, wipes, extra clothes, bottles, etc.). So instead of flying another airline where each checked bag is $25, we saved $50 a person by switching airlines!

Then we chose to stay on Disney site where they handle all of our bags for us so we didn’t have to worry about carrying around all of the luggage when we landed. We took advantage of all of the perks!

 

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7. Bring the essentials with you

Planning a trip to Disney World on a budget also consists of making sure that you are bringing all of the essentials with you. Ever checked out the prices of a bathing suit on vacation? Or the price of a bottle of Tylenol? It’s like 3 times the regular cost!

Vacations tend to be expensive because let’s face it, things are expensive! But if you plan properly and make sure that you are bringing with you everything that you needed, you won’t have to spend money on things that you had at home and just forgot to bring.

So, save your vacation money for things you actually want, and not on meaningless things that you could have brought with you from home, like a razor or bathing suit or tums.

 

Sleepy Hollow Waffle Sandwich Magic Kingdom

 

8. Save on food costs

One of the greatest costs of any vacation is food. A really cool thing that Disney parks let you do is bring snacks and drinks in the park. So you can essentially plan your whole meals and snacks without spending a dime on food in the park! I’ve even brought in bottles of water and packed snacks with us so we weren’t spending money every 2 hours on a little bite to eat. It’s a great way to save money!

If you didn’t opt for a rental car and just used Disney transportation, you can even have groceries delivered straight to your resort so you can have snacks and make your foods. It saves a lot of money!

 

Planning a trip to Disney world on a budget does not have to be impossible!

9. Buy Disney merchandise at home

A really great way to save money and plan a trip to Disney World on a budget is to purchase Disney merchandise at home before your trip. Most of the items you are going to want to buy are things that you can easily get on the Disney Store website or even at your local dollar store! Buy your own bubble machine, glow in the dark products, and Disney apparel at home!

Want your family to wear matching Disney shirts or Disney apparel? Check out Target, Walmart, and your local stores to find things on sale. Because let’s be honest, one t-shirt at Disney is going to cost you about $30 when you can buy all the t-shirts for your family for that price

Save your souvenir budget for things that you can ONLY get in the parks on things that you know you are really going to want. Don’t spend your budget on a bubble machine and a light up sword.

 

Disney Entrance

10. Use credit card points to buy Disney gift cards

If you REALLY want to plan your trip the cheapest way possible, another great tip is to use your credit card points to buy Disney Gift cards. Then it’s like free money! A lot of people have credit cards where you get a percentage of cash back for every dollar you spend. Then you can cash in those points or request the cash back at certain places. For example, use your target credit card to purchase Disney gift cards, that way you’re saving 5%!

A really thrifty idea that I had was to open a Disney Chase credit card, claim the free $300 bonus for enrolling and then use that money towards my trip. Then for every dollar you spend on the credit card you get a percentage that goes into a fund that you can access to use for any Disney item (including Disney store, flights, hotel stay, theme park tickets, and more!)

So what my family does is use the Disney credit card for every purchase we have (bills, grocery, gas, etc.). Then we pay the credit card off with our debit account. That way we are collecting all of this free Disney money JUST for simply using the credit card!

We’ve been using the Disney Credit card for over 2 years and have accumulated thousands of dollars that is FREE money! (We are saving it to use for another Disney cruise for our wedding anniversary!)

Budgeting is all about thinking SMARTLY!

 

Budget

 

11. Costco

Another great option to planning a trip to Disney world on budget is to check out Costco deals. If you are a Costco member, they have a great travel program where you can bundle flights, hotel stay, and tickets at a GREAT deal!

My mom used Costco once for a Christmas trip. All of the flights were so expensive and the Disney resorts were out of this world expensive. We thought we weren’t going to be able to go. But then my mom looked into Costco and we were able to stay at a beautiful 2-bedroom villa 10 minutes from the parks and it was a fraction of the price! It included flights and theme park tickets too!

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Free Disney Vacation Planning Printable Packet!

Don’t forget to download my Disney Vacation Planning Printable Pack! It includes:

  • Tips on the best times to visit Disney World based on value seasons and important timelines to help you book your Fast Passes and Dining Reservations
  • A detailed Disney vacation packing list (includes a packing list for baby too!)
  • Disney Planning worksheet, to help you organize your Fast Passes and dining reservations plus keep track of your flight and hotel reservation numbers

Download the Disney Vacation Planning Printable Pack now to help you take the stress out of vacation planning so you can just focus on how excited you are to get away!

>> So, there you have it! Here is a list of comprehensive and detailed tips for planning a trip to Disney World on a budget!

Remember, planning a trip to the happiest place on earth doesn’t have to break the bank. With these smart tips, you can have an epic vacation and not worry about spending too much money!

 

Happy Disney Planning!

Always With Love, Brianna

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Ultimate Tips for Flying with a Baby

February 12, 2019 · 7 Comments

Ultimate Tips for Flying with a Baby

Family Life, Family Travel

Ultimate Tips for Flying with a Baby

Are you and your family traveling and need to take a plane? That’s okay! At first, I was petrified to fly with my baby but after actually doing it, it was so much easier than I expected. The first flight with my daughter was when she was 11 months and then we took another trip when she was 17 months. Don’t get too overwhelmed with everything that can go wrong but instead focus on preparing for the trip the best that you can!

Hopefully, with the tips that I learned, I can help you plan and organize everything that you need while sharing awesome tips with you to make your trip stress free.

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Flying with a baby is not easy but it does NOT have to be stressful! Having the right items with you, planning ahead, and being organized is key to making sure that your trip is not only successful but smooth- which are all in my ultimate tips for flying with a baby list!

Ultimate Tips for Flying with a Baby

 

I don’t want to just share my tips for flying with a baby, but I also want to share my awesome Traveling with a Baby: Airplane Checklist and Exclusive Tips Worksheet! This checklist will help you make sure you have everything you need to fly with your baby. I used this checklist twice and it helped me be sure that I didn’t forget anything. It also added to making those flights with my baby stress-free! Be sure to download my Traveling with a Baby: Airplane Checklist!

 

So now, let’s get down to the amazing tips!

 

Ultimate Tips for Flying with a Baby

Disclaimer: All opinions are my own based on my own experiences. Please consult your doctor and/or pediatrician before flying with your baby.

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Before booking your flight with your baby

Before Booking Your Flight

 

Decide whether you are lap sitting or buying a seat for your baby to use a car seat

In most airline policies, babies 2 and under are free if you are lap sitting. This means that you do not have to purchase a “seat” or separate ticket for your baby because it is free for your baby to sit on your lap. Most parents chose this option because let’s face it, free is an awesome thing! But if you think your baby is just going to uncomfortable or you think your baby will do better being in their own seat, then you can purchase a seat/separate ticket for them and use a car seat.

(If you do choose to lap seat, know that most airlines have a policy that you can check your baby’s stroller and car seat at the gate for free and you are permitted an item a personal item for the baby, such as their diaper bag.)

 

Try to choose a flight that works best with your baby’s schedule

Babies thrive off of schedules but just because your baby had a daily schedule doesn’t mean that you can’t take your baby out and go places. You want to be able to have your baby be flexible with their environment without sacrificing their schedule (feeding times, nap times, etc.). I always find it better to find a flight that works best for my baby’s schedule For example, I’ll book a flight around a time that I know that she will be napping, so she can nap on the flight. Or I book a flight where she will already be well rested and she will be awake and playing on my lap for the flight.

Be mindful of how much time it will actually take you to travel. If you have a really long flight, maybe it’s best to book it time that your baby will at least be sleeping for some of the trip. If you have a short trip, maybe you don’t mind if your baby is up the whole time. Do what works best for your baby and your family!

 

Get organized before your flight with your baby

 

Get Organized!

 

Make a packing list

It’s so important to have a packing list so you don’t get overwhelmed when you arrive at your destination and realize that you forgot everything that was important! Especially if you are packing for your family, you want to make sure you have a packing list so you can easily pack for each person. A couple of weeks before your trip start making a list of everything that you think you are going to need. Even if it’s just jotting down items on your dry erase board or a notepad.

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Start packing a couple of days before your trip (pack little by little to reduce overwhelm)

Use your packing list to start packing days before your actual trip. There’s no use of making a packing list and then not having enough time to actually use it. Packing a couple of days before will help you get a handle on everything you need to do and help reduce stress and overwhelm.

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Preparing for Your Flight

 

Use a diaper book bag

I love using a diaper book bag because it frees up my hands! When you’re in the airport the last thing you need is to have another bag to hold. Having your diaper bag in the form of a bookbag will help you just sling the bag over your shoulder and quickly free up your arms to hold your baby or hold other bags.

I used this one: Mancro Diaper Bag Backpack: Organizer Backpack with stroller straps, changing pad, insulated pockets, and water resistant.

 

Use a stroller that you are comfortable with (preferably lightweight/ easy to travel with)

The worst thing you can do is use a stroller that you are not comfortable with, familiar with and is heavy and bulky. When you’re in the airport you’re going to need to fold up your stroller quickly, easily, and on command. Taking a stroller that you know how to use, how it folds, and that folds easily will save you a headache! I also love to use lightweight strollers because it’s easier for me to carry.

 

If you are taking a car seat to check at the gate, (most airlines don’t charge), use a car seat cover/bag

If you are taking a car seat to check at the gate (most airlines allow you to check a car seat for free), it’s best to buy a car seat cover/travel bag. I purchased mine from Amazon and it was low cost, easy to use, and did the job!

I purchased this one: JL Childress Gate Check Bag for Car Seats

 

If you are lap sitting: start to put your baby to sit on your lap a couple of weeks before as a “test run”

If this is the first time that you are lap sitting, I would recommend having your baby sit on your lap before the trip so they can get used to lap sitting. Especially if your baby does not lap sit or stay still a lot. Depending on how long your flight is, you might want to come up with ideas to keep your baby occupied and still. See how your baby responds. Each baby is different!

 

Pack toys/books to keep baby occupied. Maybe even download their favorite show or movie on a tablet?

When your baby is on the plane you’ll definitely want to keep them occupied for as long as possible. Either your baby will fall asleep, or be up. If your baby will be up for the flight, then make sure to bring your baby’s favorite books and toys. You might want to even consider downloading your little one’s favorite movie or show (if they have one) on a tablet or phone. I’m not quick to offer my baby “screen time” or “movie time” but I had a movie on my phone downloaded just in case if Baby L went full-on tantrum in the middle of our flight.

Preparing for the flight with your baby

Offer a bottle or a pacifier (something to suck) while the plane takes off and lands

Planes have a funny way of affecting your ears! The pressure from ascending and descending can be painful even for adults! To prevent your baby’s ears from pressure or “popping”, you can offer your baby something to suck during take-off and landing. This will help prevent pressure in their ears. I always give my daughter milk as we take-off (because she doesn’t use a pacifier anymore). But you can offer your baby a pacifier or a teething/soothing toy that they suck.

 

Be prepared for unexpected delays

The worst thing about flying is the possibility of flight delays or cancellations. I absolutely HATE running into delays or cancellations- especially with a baby (or children)! I’ve run into both a delay and a cancellation with my baby. The one thing that I learned the most from those 2 experiences is- be absolutely prepared for the unexpected. This means, pack extra snacks, have extra milk/formula with you, make sure to have the things on hand that can calm your baby (such as a pacifier, toy, or book).

Having your flight delayed or canceled is not fun. But when you are traveling with a baby the flight crew and airline attendants should be really good at accommodating your needs and baby’s wants. Make sure to speak up and ask questions!


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Pack enough snacks/milk

As I mentioned in the last tip, it’s so important to have enough snacks, food, and milk for your baby when you are flying. Be mindful of how long it may take you to get through security, arrive at your gate, board the plane, and then actually take off. Even if you feel like you packed enough, always keep an eye out for the stores in the terminal too that can have something that your baby may need.

 

Bring plenty of disinfectant wipes

There are A LOT of germs in airports. Actually, there are a lot of germs anywhere you go and in any public transportation you use but I feel like airports and airplanes tend to be really germy. I always travel with a lot of disinfectant wipes. I wipe down the seats we sit on, the area in the bathroom before I put the changing pad down, the armrests, and try to clean anything that my baby comes into contact with for a long period of time.

And you know what, it WORKS. Baby L had not been seriously sick since she’s been born except for a few 24-hour colds. Keeping your hands clean is important too! You don’t want to be neurotic but also want to be preventative.

I purchase these: Lysol Disinfectant Wipes On The Go Travel Size

 

If you can, travel with someone (or multiple people) for help

I’ve never traveled by airplane with a baby by myself but I do know people that have and were very successful. However, an extra set of hands goes a long way with helping!  If you can, try to travel with your spouse or a family member to make things easier. Maybe you’ll need a break or have to use the bathroom and need someone to stay with your baby.

 

Pack your diaper bag in an easy to use way where most things are accessible

You want to make sure your diaper bag is organized in a way that is easy to use and that everything is easy to find. Have wipes and diapers easily accessible in case you need to change your baby or you need to wipe something or clean something quickly.

Also, try to set up the area around your seat on the plane in a way that things are in reach an easily accessible. The worst thing is when your baby falls asleep and you can’t reach a tissue or something you need. I usually wipe down the seat and seat pockets and put everything in the seat pocket that I know I need easily.

 

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Take care of yourself too!

It’s really easy to focus so much on taking care of the baby that you forget to take care of you! When you feel overwhelmed, take a break. Be sure to bring headphone and your favorite playlist or download your favorite movie to watch on the plane after baby falls asleep.

 

Don’t worry about being too loud or feel embarrassed

Trust me, I know you don’t want to be “that” mom on the plane that has a screaming baby. But sometimes things are completely out of our control. If something happens that makes you embarrassed, it’s ok. It’s perfectly normal! Just don’t worry yourself with being too loud or feeling embarrassed and it inhibits you from making the best decision as a parent.

 

Ask the airline staff/team for help and ask questions when needed

The airline staff are there to help and will answer your questions to the best of their ability. I’ve had some really awesome flight attendants who have helped me and given me items when I needed anything. If you have any questions or need something, make sure to ask the crew!

 

Ask about early/priority boarding

Most airlines have early/priority boarding for passengers traveling with babies, car seats, or strollers. This gives you an opportunity to board earlier and set up your seat and “station” with everything that you and your baby needs. The extra time to get yourself situated is wonderful!

 

Have a plan but be flexible!

Having a plan about what time you’re going to arrive at the airport, how long it will take you to get through security when your baby will sleep or eat, etc. is really great but it’s just as important to be flexible! Don’t be too hard on yourself if something doesn’t go as planned.

 

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There you have it! I hope I was able to give you useful tips for flying with a baby! Have any other tips that have been really helpful?? Feel free to share them in the comments below!

Always With Love, Brianna

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Our Stay at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort (With a Baby!)

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Our Stay at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort

Our stay at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort in Orlando, Florida was absolutely amazing! My brother was visiting Universal Studios with his friends on a college graduation trip and he invited my husband so I decided to tag along with our daughter! It was our first time staying at Cabana Bay and we didn’t know what to expect but we were pleasantly surprised!

Planning where to stay is hard, especially when you are on a budget and traveling with your baby or children. I always like to look at the reviews of each hotel I am interested in staying. This helps me see which hotel will give us “more bang for our buck”.

Our Stay at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort

Along with our review of Cabana Bay, I also wanted to share with you the Ultimate Family Vacation Packing List that I used to pack for our trip! With this packing list, I was able to pack everything my family needed and we didn’t forget one single thing, which means that we didn’t have to purchase anything because we forgot something. Victory! In the Ultimate Family Vacation Packing List, I also include a bonus packing list of everything you need for your baby on your vacation too! That way, everyone in your family is all set! Don’t forget to download your copy of the Ultimate Family Vacation Packing List!

 

If you are thinking of staying at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort, I highly recommend it but take a look at our review of the hotel and see if it will work for your family!

 

Our Review of Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort!

 

Rooms

Since we were coming with my daughter, who was only 16 months at the time, we decided to stay in a Family Suite. We were also traveling with some friends who had a standard room and those rooms were beautiful as well! The rooms are decorated really well within the theme of Cabana Bay Beach Resort, which is very circa 1950-60’s. The rooms were very clean too!

Cabana Bay Family Suite Entrance

Features of the Suite

  • Kitchenette: The kitchenette is when you enter the room and is a part of the living room space. The kitchenette had a sink, refrigerator (a little larger than a mini fridge but it did not have a freezer section), shelf storage above the sink, a microwave, a coffee maker, an island connected to the counter which included 2 bar stools.
  • Living room: The living room has a couch and 2 chairs, along with a tv and dresser of drawers. The couch is a pull-out couch too!
  • Partition: What I loved most about the suite was the partition between the kitchen/living room area and bedroom area. It was so ideal because we were traveling with my one year old daughter who sleeps in a dark room and is easily woken by me and my husband. Having the partition was like having 2 bedrooms because she was able to sleep in her crib in the living room area.
  • Split bathroom: Another amazing feature of the suite is the split bathrooms. There are 3 different sections of the bathroom: 1) a toilet, 2) a vanity and sink 3) a sink and tub. The main vanity and sink area are exposed and is in the bedroom area. The toilet has a separate door and the second sink/tub has another door.
  • 2 Tv’s: Because there is a separate living room area, there is a tv in the living room and one in the bedroom area.
  • Large closet: There is a large closet (can be considered a walk-in closet) in the bedroom area that has hangers, a safe, extra pillows and blankets, and a luggage holder.

 

How we arrange the room for our baby to sleep:

The biggest reason we chose to stay at Cabana Bay was because of the kid-friendly atmosphere and the price for the family suite. We knew we wanted a bigger room than a standard room because I needed to put my daughter down to sleep earlier than we were going to sleep. The Family Suite at Cabana Bay was absolutely amazing and was so spacious. They offer complimentary cribs so we were able to put the crib in the living room area, which was separated from the bedroom by a partition. This helped the room stay darker and quieter as my baby slept but gave my husband and I the freedom to stay up.

We arranged Baby L’s crib in the living room by placing her crib in between the TV dresser and couch. There was a huge empty space there where the crib fit perfectly. You can see the picture of the set up below. It also was great to have her in the living room area because we were able to use the bathroom and take showers without disturbing her because the bathroom is in the bedroom area.

Crib at Cabana Bay Beach Resort

 

Pools:

The super awesome thing we loved about Cabana Bay was that there were 2 different pool areas. The first pool was located outside of the lobby in the Cabana Courtyard and had a cool water slide, a big pool, a splash pad, and a bar/grill. It also had a bunch of private cabanas that you could rent for the day with a tv, mini fridge and comfortable seating. The second pool was located outside of the Bayliner Diner in the Lazy River Courtyard and had an awesome lazy river, a regular pool, a splash pad, and another bar/grill. By the lazy river, you were able to purchase floats and tubes at The Tube Shack for $7. There are also towel bins where you can pick up towels by the pool and drop off the dirty ones when you are done.

Cabana Bay Pool Outside Lobby

 

Food:

Cabana Bay Beach Resort has SO many eateries! I wasn’t able to try the food from every place but the food that I did have was fantastic. The main “food court” was called the Bayliner Diner. It is set up cafeteria style where you order your food from different counters (based on different food varieties) and then you pay at the cashier when you are done. I was able to try breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the Bayliner Diner and every meal was great. They also have great kids meals, where each kids meal comes with a main entrée, side, grapes/carrots, and a drink applesauce, milk, or chocolate milk). They had a wide variety of kids breakfast, including French toast, eggs, waffle, and biscuits.

Cabana Bay Bayliner Diner

 

The Bayliner Diner has a huge seating area that engulfs you in the retro era with TV’s playing old commercials and cartoons as well as drinks and condiments stations at each corner.

Cabana Bay Bayliner Diner Seating

They also offered a refillable cup where you pay one price for your stay and are able to refill your cup unlimited times a day. We paid 17.99 for 7 days and it was worth it for us because I had coffee, tea, soda, water, seltzer water almost every hour while I was at the pool and in the resort. I would even fill it up to bring it back to my room so I didn’t have to buy another drink. It paid for itself in a little under a day because each drink was 2.99-4.99 and if I were to buy 10 2.99 drinks in the day it would already be double of what I paid for the refillable mug!

There was also another eaterie by each pool and a Starbucks in the main lobby!

Mini Market:

Apart of the Bayliner Diner was a mini market with snacks, pastries, drinks, gluten-free options, chips, cookies, create your own yogurt bar, salad bar, and so much more. This is where we were able to buy a half gallon of milk for my daughter and all of her snacks for the room.

 

Size of Resort 

The size of the resort itself is massive. There are 8 different buildings with different rooms (ranging from standard rooms, one bedroom suites, 2 bedroom suites, courtyard suites, tower suits, and poolside suites). As mentioned before, the resort has 2 different pool areas, which is great because since the resort is so large there was a pool closer to each side of the resort so you didn’t have to walk too far.

Cabana Bay Bayliner Diner View

Proximity to Parks/Citywalk

Cabana Bay is one of the farthest resorts from the Universal Parks/Citywalk but they do offer a free bus shuttle to transport you to Citywalk (from there you walk to the park entrances). There is also a garden path to walk to Citywalk from the resort, which is about a mile. In the heat, it can be a daunting walk but if the weather is nice it will take you around 20-30 minutes to walk. It also depends on how fast you walk. The neighboring hotels, Sapphire Falls and Aventura Hotel are right across the street and Sapphire Falls has a boat that takes you to Citywalk as well.  Overall, even though the parks were not as close to the resort as other hotels on property, I thought it was great to have the option to walk. The shuttle bus to Citywalk is outside of the main lobby and is about a 5-minute trip and each bus comes about 10-15 in between in each other.

The resort is also connected to Universal’s newest water park, Volcano Bay. You can see the huge volcano from the hotel (pictured below!).

Universal Shop:

There is an awesome Universal Gift Shop inside of Cabana Bay (located in the main lobby). There you can find character apparel, pins, cups, magnets, bathing suits, Cabana Bay merchandise and even little things that you might have forgotten to pack such as Tylenol or Chapstick. There is a great Wizarding World of Harry Potter section with wands, robes, and apparel. I loved this store because there were things that I forgot to pick up at the park that I wanted to buy and they had it right at my resort. It was also awesome to have a place to do some last-minute souvenir shopping without having to go back into the parks or Citywalk.

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Cons:

I enjoyed Cabana Bay SO much and there was only one thing that I considered a “con” during our stay.

No Fan in Bathroom– One thing that we did not like was that there was no fan/ventilation in the bathroom. In the family suite, there was a little room with just a toilet (because the toilet and sink were separated so more people can get ready at the same time). But that little toilet room was so stuffy and honestly, got really stinky at times. My family was not able to use the toilet right after each other because there were times that the bathroom was smelly. (Thank goodness I brought some spray with me!). My brother room had a family suite filled with 6 guys (ages 21-28) and he said that the toilet room was very unpleasant because there was no ventilation. I recommend definitely bringing some air freshener!

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Don’t forget to download the Ultimate Family Vacation Packing List with bonus Ultimate Vacation Baby Packing List! Take the stress out of packing and remembering to pack everything and just focus on the awesome time you are going to spend with your family. You can use this list for any vacation that you have, no matter where you go!

So that was our stay at Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort! We had an amazing time! Cabana Bay is clean, family friendly, baby friendly, value priced, and have a great staff. We enjoyed our stay very much and will be returning in the future!

Always With Love, Brianna

 

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September 22, 2018 · Leave a Comment

Our Stay at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort with a Baby

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We decided to take our daughter to Disney World for her first birthday! We wanted to stay on site so we could take advantage of Disney’s transportation and save money on renting a car. I also wanted Baby L’s first Disney trip to be full of Disney Magic so we chose to stay on site. We originally were going to wait to take Baby L to Disney World but we received this amazing special offer code to stay at All Star Movies Resort for only $73 a night! We couldn’t pass it up! So here it is…our stay at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort (with a one year old!)

This was our first time staying at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort as a family and we enjoyed our stay very much! If you are considering staying at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort with your family I hope this review will be of help to you!

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Here’s our review of Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort:

 

Perks of Staying at a Disney Resort:

 

Disney’s Magical Express– Disney’s Magical Express is an awesome perk that you get when you stay at a Disney Resort on site where they transport you for FREE to and from Orlando International Airport from your resort. Disney’s Magical Express comes with another amazing luggage service where they pick up your checked bag for you and deliver it straight to your room! No waiting at baggage claim- just jump on the Disney bus waiting for you and head straight to your magical vacation!

 

Merchandise to Resort Service– When you stay at a Disney Resort you have the option to send the merchandise you purchase in the parks straight to your resort so you don’t have to carry bags with you all day. We utilized this service everywhere we went! This was awesome for us because we weren’t afraid to purchase souvenirs. We knew we didn’t have to carry bags with us for the rest of the day!

 

60-day Booking Fast Pass Plus– Fast Passes are absolutely amazing! In short, it is reservation of a timed slot for each ride that allows you to get on a ride at that time without waiting in line. You simply book the ride or attraction you want to get on, chose a time, and arrive at the ride at that time (all can be done on the My Disney Experience website/app). Each guest is allowed to book 3 fast passes at a time per day. Regular guests are able to book their Fast Passes 30 days in advance of their arrival. Disney Resort guests get to book their Fast Passes 60 days in advance of their arrival! Trying to ride a new ride or trying to avoid a 2 hour wait for a popular attraction?? This is the way to go! You can even Fast Pass shows, parades, and firework shows!

 

Magic Bands– Magic Bands are these awesome devices that you wear on your wrist (they even clips that you can hang on a keychain) that links to your “My Disney Experience” account and resort stay. Magic Bands are the key to your room, the holder of your Fast Passes, and you can charge food and merchandise for the duration of your stay. It basically holds all of the information you have chosen for your vacation on your “My Disney Experience”. You simply tap the band and voila- magic! You receive personalized Magic Bands for FREE whenever you stay at a Disney resort. You get to pick a color too!

 

Extra Magic Hours– Extra Magic Hours are just for Disney resort guests. It’s a perk where resort guests get to visit a particular theme park one hour more than regular park guests. The hour is outside of the scheduled theme park operating hours so that’s why it’s “extra”. There is Morning Extra Magic Hours where you can arrive at the park one hour before scheduled opening or Evening Extra Magic Hours where you can stay in the park for 1-2 hours past closing time.

 

Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort- Value Resort:

Disney resorts are categorized by Value, Moderate, or Deluxe. Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort is a Value Resort, so the prices are cheaper than Moderate and Deluxe Resorts and the rooms are smaller as well. No matter what resort you stay in, you get all the same perks mentioned above. I appreciate the Value resorts because not only are the prices great but the resorts tend to be more themed than Moderate and Deluxe resorts. But you obviously can’t expect the same amenities from a Value resort that you would get at a Deluxe resort. Value resorts are also “motel style” meaning when you walk outside your door you are outside. The Value resorts also have standard room options and preferred room options. The standard rooms are rooms anywhere in the resort and the preferred rooms are guaranteed to be closer to the lobby and food court. The lobby is where the food, gift shop, front desk, and buses are. The resorts can be quite large and can be a long walk to your room from the lobby so some people pay a little extra for a preferred room. I absolutely love extravagant theming at resorts so it works out great for me that these just so happen to be the resorts with the low prices!

 

Price:

Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort is a Value resort, so the average cost per night is about $100-125. We were able to get an amazing deal for $73 a night! This included the preferred room too, which is where you are guaranteed a room next to the main lobby, Cinema Hall, and your room isn’t too far from transportation and food. For the price, the resort was great. You can notice that the resort is older than most and, in some areas, a little outdated. The room was in no doubt clean and the towels and linens were not of poor quality. I must admit it was a little more outdated than the other Value resorts I’ve stayed at. Some furniture was chipped at the edges and the bathroom door was jammed sometimes (maintenance was able to fix this for us in under 5 minutes). In my opinion, a Disney Value resort is a million times better than a regular old motel you would get for a hundred bucks a night anywhere else. They were undergoing renovations so I think all of the rooms are going to completely updated and renovated in the next year so that’s a great plus!

 

Size of Room:

The size of the room in Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort was standard for a double bed hotel room. (The room size is 260 square feet.) The vanity area with the mirror and sink is outside of the bathroom that has the toilet and shower/tub. There is a curtain that divides the vanity/sink area form the rest of the room so you can get dressed or have some privacy. We didn’t have a problem at all fitting out family of 3 (2 adults and a baby).

 

Amenities in Room:

Flat screen TV

Mini-refrigerator

Safe with a key

Exposed closet

Hair dryer

Alarm radio clock

Big 3 drawer dresser

Night stand with a drawer and compartment underneath for storage

Table with 2 chairs

Towels and linens

2 lights above both full beds

Phone with speed dial resort departments

 

Crib and Sleeping Arrangements:

Disney offers a complimentary crib but the “crib” is a pack and play, not a standard crib. This did not bother us because when my daughter was a couple months old we were able to train her to sleep in both a pack and play and crib so that when we slept over at my mom’s house Baby L could sleep in a pack and play. That being said, we have a crib mattress in our pack and play so it feels comfortable like a crib. The Disney pack and play did not offer any mattress. The bottom of the pack and play has a padded board that they offer to be used for your baby to sleep on. This was a little disappointing to me because I didn’t want my tired baby who has been out in the parks all day to be sleeping on a board for the 5 nights that we were there.

Disney Value Resort Pack and Play

They informed me that most moderate and deluxe resorts have travel cribs that are actual rolling cribs but Value resorts do not. I did not have resources to rent or drive to buy a crib so we had to figure out a way for Baby L to be comfortable. We ended up wrapping the bottom padded board with extra, soft blankets and folded them tight underneath so none of the blankets would move. With the extra blankets wrapped tight at the bottom of the crib, it was much softer and seemed more like a mattress.

At home, Baby L has her own room and sleeps best when she is by herself. She often wakes up if she hears me or my husband. She also loves her schedule and is like clockwork when it is time to go to sleep. Because the hotel room is just one room I was afraid that she wouldn’t be able to sleep because she would hear my husband and I. Especially because she goes to bed at 8 pm and my husband and I would still be up trying to enjoy our vacation nights. So, what we did was we put her pack and play where the vanity was and closed the curtain to make it seem like she had her own area and was alone. The vanity area had a perfect sized space that the pack and play fit perfectly. Then we turned the lights off and put her sound machine on like we do in her room at home. She slept fine all through the night for all the nights! During the day we would move the pack and play to the window and let her look outside at the characters so we could have the space in the vanity area to get ready.

 

Theme:

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort Woody

Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort has 4 themes or “sections” of the resort: Fantasia, Toy Story, 101 Dalmatians, Mighty Ducks, and Herbie. The main pool is in the Fantasia section right when you walk out of the lobby/food area. The main pool is Sorcerer Mickey on his red-curtained stage and water fountains out of his hands. (It reminds me a lot of the Fantasia show in Hollywood Studios.) The 3 preferred room sections are Toy Story, Fantasia, and 101 Dalmatians. We requested to be in the Toy Story section but that area was under renovations so the rooms were closed to guests. The cast members at the front desk were wonderful in accommodating us even though we didn’t get our preferred section and they put us in the main Fantasia section with a great pool view on the first floor.

All Star Movies Fantastia Ballerina

I love the theming of this resort because there is larger than life characters! I love taking pictures with the figures and statues because it feels like you’re right in the movie. My favorite section was Toy Story! There is a huge Woody and Buzz Lightyear and in the middle of the section, there are huge walls that makes you feel like you are a toy in Andy’s room. There are also statues of Rex, Bo Peep, and RC Racer. It was so much fun to take pictures!

Disney's All-Star Movies Resort Buzz Lightyear

Transportation to Parks:

A great perk of staying at a Disney resort is the free transportation to and from all of the Disney Parks! The buses come right after each other and you are in the parks within 15 minutes! At Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort, the bus was located right outside the lobby, Cinema Hall. We didn’t run into any issues with the buses at all. One morning the Magic Kingdom bus line was wrapped around all of the other bus lines and I thought it was going to take an hour for us to finally get on a bus. But the buses came back to back and we were on a bus within 20 minutes. The buses can get packed because you want to fit as many people on the bus so there isn’t any wasted space. People are usually really friendly and respectful when it comes to space on the bus. We had our travel stroller that folded really tiny so my husband slung it on his shoulder and I sat with Baby L on my lap. Disney buses do not allow car seats and all strollers must be folded to be able to get on the bus.

Resort Bus Transportation

 

Food:

The food court at Disney’s All-Star Movies is called World Premier Food Court. It is located inside of the main Cinema Hall lobby. It’s a cafeteria style food court and there are 3 different counters with different food options and menus. I really enjoyed this style of food because my husband and I were able to eat something different each time. The cashiers are located in the middle of the 3 food counters so you can go to each different section if you want and pay at the end. There is also a delicious dessert section where they offer ice cream, sundaes, milkshakes, and have 2 cases of dessert including cupcakes, cheesecake, layered cakes, specialty items. You can also find a Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bar right at the resort. (These are one of my FAVORITE Disney snacks!) You can also purchase a refillable mug that costs $17.99 and you can use it for the duration of your stay for unlimited refills. There is a refill station in the food court that has any Coke product, iced tea, coffee, tea, water, and milk. You can refill your mug with any beverage. If you buy beverages separately it can cost you around $4 a cup.

 

Staff:

The staff at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort was great. Every cast member we encountered was polite, kind, friendly, and respectful. They always offered us a smile and since we were wearing buttons that said we were celebrating our daughters first birthday we got loads of free stickers and little gifts all the time! It was awesome and my daughter LOVED the attention!

 

Gift Shop:

The gift shop at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort had everything you can think of. Not only did it have super cool merchandise but it also had a section that resembled a convenience store where you can buy a gallon of milk or water or beverage and had bags of potato chips, boxes of cookies, and snacks (even Entenmann’s products). It also had a section of things that you can buy in case you forgot to pack something. It had all the necessities you can think of from aloe, Band-Aids, tweezers, diapers, wipes, hand sanitizer and so much more. I noticed that it even had things that you couldn’t find in the parks! If you bought something in the park and had it sent to your resort this is where you came to pick up your package as well.

 

All-Star Resorts Proximity to each other:

My parents came with us to celebrate Baby L’s first birthday and they stayed at Disney’s All-Star Music Resort. There are 3 All-Star resorts: All Star Sports, All Star Music, and All-Star Movies. The resorts are right next to each other and only a parking lot away from each other. We were able to walk to see my parents in their resort and they were able to meet us at ours. It was great! So if you ever have family and you want to stay at different resorts but close enough to be next to each other the All-Star resorts are a great option.

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Soooooo as you can see my family very much enjoyed staying at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort! Not only was the price unbeatable but our stay was so much fun! Baby L loved it and I don’t regret for a second taking her to Disney for her first birthday. She may not remember it, but she’ll have pictures to look back at for the rest of her life.

We do travel to Disney quite a lot, even though we live in New York we always find great flight deals. So far, we’ve at Art of Animation, Pop Century, Port Orleans, and now All-Star Movies Resort. I look forward to coming back to Disney World and staying at another resort!

Have any questions or want to share your experience at Disney’s All-Star Movies Resort? Feel free to drop me a comment!!

Always With Love, Brianna

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August 15, 2018 · 1 Comment

Our Day at Magic Kingdom with a One Year Old

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Magic Kingdom has to be my favorite place in the world! I was so excited to take my daughter to Disney World for her first birthday and I knew I wanted our first park day to be at Magic Kingdom. Here’s an overview of our day at Magic Kingdom with our one year old little princess.

Taking your baby to Disney World isn’t “easy” but with the proper mindset and some planning ahead, it can definitely be stress-free and FUN!

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I have to admit, I was nervous about how she would be with the crowds, heat, and being out all day. Disney World can be exhausting- I mean, it’s just a realistic fact. But I tried to plan enough to have “plan” for our day but not over plan that we wouldn’t be able to be flexible with our time. We were able to enjoy our day at Magic Kingdom with these awesome tips- you can read my post here about “Tips for Taking Your One Year Old to Disney”!

Still trying to figure out what you need to pack for your baby to go to Disney World? I got you! I’m all about taking the stress out of your vacation and making it as stress-free as possible. So I created an ultimate Disney Infant Packing Checklist. With this packing list, I was able to pack everything Baby L needed and didn’t need to spend money buying things that I forgot to pack. This list was a lifesaver- and a sanity saver! Be sure to download my super awesome Disney Infant Packing Checklist!

I went hunting the internet and Pinterest for what a day in Magic Kingdom or any Disney park really looked like with an infant. I just wanted to know what people did, how they managed to get naps into the day, and how their baby responded to the people and heat. I found some helpful blog posts but none that were detailed. So, I decided to make this post for those who are in need of what I was looking for!

My daughter is on a pretty strict schedule- not because I force her to be, but because she naturally got into a rhythm with a schedule for when she eats and naps. I was a little worried that she would be fussy because she was off of her schedule for the week we were on vacation. But I was able to keep her somewhat on her schedule enough for her to be a happy baby! If you’re curious about what our day looked like with our birthday girl then this post is for you. I hope it can give you some sort of rough example of what you can do with your little one. (I include all of my roadblocks too so you can learn from my mistakes!)

 

Our Day at Magic Kingdom:

 

7:45 am

Baby L Woke:

Our sweet baby woke up at 7:45 am and I fed her the morning bottle and got her dressed for the day. We didn’t have to waste too much time getting ready for the day because I packed all of her stuff in the diaper bag the night before to save time in our morning.

 

8:15 am

Breakfast at Resort:

We love Disney resort breakfast and at our resort, All-Star Movies, they had Mickey waffles! Baby L had some waffles, scrambled eggs, and breakfast potatoes. She was nice and full to start our busy day. My parents were with us on this trip but they were staying at All-Star Music, which was just a walk away from us. So they met us for breakfast here.

 

8:50 am

Bus (Disney Transportation):

We got on the Magic Kingdom bus at the resort and we were off to begin our day at Magic Kingdom!

 

9:20 am

Arrive at Magic Kingdom:

Magic Kingdom opened at 9 am so we arrived 20 minutes past. The crowds were not bad at all and we went through the security line fairly quickly. They check the entire diaper bag and all of its pockets.

Pro Tip: Open all the zippers and take out the top contents of your diaper bag so they can see what is inside of the bag quickly. You will zoom through security by being prepared!

 

10:00 am

Rides:

When we arrived, we took our time strolling down Main Street and taking pictures in front of the castle. We had family matching t-shirts so I wanted to make sure to get a ton of pictures! Then we headed over to Dumbo for Baby L’s first ride! There was hardly anyone in the parks so we were able to get on in 10 minutes and then we went on The Little Mermaid Under the Sea Voyage. All of the rides were 10-20 minute wait time so we took advantage and went on as many rides as we could. I had to figure out how the stroller parking worked but everyone was really friendly in pointing the direction of the stroller parking for each ride.

 

10:30-11:30 am

Nap in Stroller:

Baby L was getting a little fussy and I knew it was almost time for her nap. After we rode The Little Mermaid I reclined her stroller and put the sun visor as far down as I could and just walked in and out of stores while she fell asleep. She was sleeping within 10 minutes and it was a victory! She slept for a full hour while we browsed through stores and did some souvenir shopping.

Pro Tip: If you are staying at a Disney Onsite resort you can purchase merchandise and then have it sent back to your room! No more carrying around bags!

 

11:30 am

Be Our Guest Restaurant:

We found last minute reservations to Be Our Guest for lunch- SCORE! The cast members were so nice and saw that it was Baby L’s first birthday so they gave her an autographed card signed by Princess Belle and the Beast and a little birthday cupcake! Baby L ate macaroni and cheese and potato/leek soup.

 

12:30 pm

Rides:

We had Fast Passes for Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Ride, Peter Pan’s Flight, and Winnie the Pooh. We ride swapped for the Mine Train Ride with my husband, me, and my parents but Baby L was able to do everything else with us. She loved the Winnie the Pooh ride and laughed the whole ride of Peter Pan.

 

2:30 pm

Ate at Sleepy Hollow:

Our vacation was at the start of Florida’s wet season so there was a good 30 minutes of heavy rain. Thankfully, we were already near Liberty Square to eat at Sleepy Hollow and got a table under the canopy so we didn’t get wet. I absolutely LOVE the sweet and spicy chicken and waffle sandwich! My husband also ate a funnel cake with strawberries. Baby L was pretty wiped out so we reclined her stroller again and started rocking her and she went straight to sleep. She got a good little nap in while we ate.

Sleepy Hollow Waffle Sandwich Magic Kingdom

3:00 pm

More Rides and Snacks:

After the rain let up, the sun came out shining. We used all of our 3 Fast Passes so I was able to get another Fast Pass and we went on Pirates of the Caribbean. Then we had our traditional Dole Whip and watched the camel in Adventure land “spit” water on the playing children.

 

4:00 pm

Play Time in Circus:

It was super hot outside and very humid so we decided to take Baby L to the circus playground and let her play in the sprinklers. Right next to the playground is the Big Top Circus Store that has an awesome bakery inside so we sat and outside and had a caramel nut apple and Mickey cake pop.

 

5:00 pm

Strolled Around Stores:

Magic Kingdom has A LOT of little shops and stores to go in! We just strolled around and took pictures, made sure we visited each land and tried to browse in as many stores as we could. Baby L was so good! She would point at characters, laugh with others babies and loved being center of attention. We took this time to go back into stores where we saw things we wanted to buy and also picked up snacks from the Main Street Confectionary that we wanted to take back home with us.

We gave Baby L her bottle and fed her some yogurt and string cheese while we stopped to eat some goodies so we could keep on track with her normal schedule (because she normally eats at 5:30). I made the mistake of not completely sitting down to feed her because she was really cranky after this. I knew that she normally really enjoys a full dinner at this time and we just really weren’t in a place where we could sit down again and feed her a hot meal. She usually does well with a bottle and yogurt or a sweet potato pouch but she really did not want that this time. I think she was just tired from being out all day and felt uncomfortably hot and all of those factors led us to make the decision to head back to the resort.

 

6:30 pm

Left the Park:

We REALLY wanted to stay to watch the Fireworks and Happily Ever After show but Baby L was getting cranky and I didn’t want to push her to be out for too long. Especially because we had an early morning the next day and we were planning to park hop as well. I learned from her last feeding that she needed to be able to eat a full meal that she is used to for all 3 meals even if she doesn’t seem like she wants to eat.

 

7:00 pm

At Resort:

We arrived back at the resort about 30 minutes after we left the park. The All-Star Movies bus came fairly quickly and we were able to get seats. Baby L was worn out by this point and just wanted to rest. We got back to the resort and I got her some fresh fruit so she could eat while we prepare for the next day and get all cleaned up. She ran right to her pack and play and started to play with her toys and read her books. I think she just wanted to be able to get out of the stroller and have some downtime to play with toys.

 

8:00 pm

Bedtime:

We gave Baby L a nice bath, fed her the last milk bottle, turned off the lights, put her sound machine on and she went straight to sleep!

 

8:30 pm

Prep for next day:

Baby L was fast asleep and we were able to turn a little lamp on to be able to pack for the next day to go to Epcot and Animal Kingdom. We got our clothes out, packed fresh items in the diaper bag, restocked on diapers and wipes, prepped her next bottles and we were down for the night. It was awfully early for us to go to sleep, especially because we were on vacation but I was so exhausted and my husband was tired that we just watched some tv and fell right to sleep. We got a great night’s rest for the next long day.

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So that was our day at Magic Kingdom! We had a blast, got to do everything we set out to do, was able to accomplish more than we thought and had no huge meltdowns. I was able to keep Baby L on her schedule (for the most part) and she was a happy camper. Going to Magic Kingdom with a baby was MUCH different than when I and my husband used to go alone. But we were able to take our little girl to Disney and that’s all that mattered to us. Now we have the pictures to always look back on. I don’t regret one second of it!

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I hope I was able to help you prepare for your trip to Disney World! Have a greaaatttttt vacation!!

Always With Love, Brianna

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August 8, 2018 · 1 Comment

Our Experience at the Orlando Informer Meet Up

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On June 2, 2018, my husband and I attended the Orlando Informer Meet Up at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. We enjoyed every minute of the event and would encourage others to attend at least one event in the future!

First things first…. Why My Husband and I Went Away

One of my secrets to keeping your marriage alive as a new parent is to make sure you and your husband spend quality time together and even try to get away for a day or two. My daughter had just turned 14 months and we wanted to celebrate our 4 year anniversary to spend some much needed time together. I found out about the Orlando Informer Meet Up and it was a perfect mini get away for my husband and I to pamper ourselves! We only went away for 2 nights, but because of the Orlando Informer Meet Up, our mini vacation felt like a whole week long!

I’m sharing our awesome experience with you because if you ever need to get away for a mini vacation but still feel like you accomplished so much on a small budget, the Orlando Informer Meet Up’s are a great option!

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Who is the Orlando Informer?

If you are unfamiliar with the Orlando Informer, they have a super helpful website with a ton of information about the attractions, hotels, and restaurants in Orlando. In their own words from their website Orlando Informer “is the world’s leading Universal Orlando vacation planning resource.” They have an amazing community including a blog and Facebook group that is encouraging and resourceful when planning a vacation. You can visit the official Orlando Informer site here!

 

What is a Meet Up?

A Meet Up is an exclusive event organized by the Orlando Informer that varies in activities. Some Orlando Informer Meet Ups are exclusively for the Wizarding Worlds of Harry Potter (Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley) and some include the whole park or both parks. Each Orlando Informer Meet Up is unique. The Orlando Informer has had multiple Meets Ups in the past and is planning on creating more!

Last year I attended an Orlando Informer Meet Up event in September 2017 that included exclusive access to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in both Universal Studios Hogsmeade and Island of Adventure Diagon Alley that included unlimited Butterbeer, desserts, ice cream, and little to no waits on rides. This year, the event was massive and included exclusive access to both full parks- Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure- and all of the rides in them including unlimited food and beverage service throughout both parks and unlimited butterbeer, desserts and drinks.

 

No further a do- here is our…

Experience at the June Orlando Informer Meet Up

 

(Please know that my opinions are my own.)

 

What was Included for this Meet Up:

All night exclusive access to Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure including over 25 attractions including Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts™, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem™, Race Through Jimmy Fallon™, Incredible Hulk Coaster™, Amazing Adventures of Spiderman™, and more. With unlimited access to over 50 food and beverage options throughout both theme parks and unlimited nonalcoholic beverages. Included unlimited Butterbeer and Florean Fortescue’s Ice Cream Parlour too!

 

Price:

The price for the Orlando Informer Meet Up is always, in my opinion, super affordable- especially considering the worth that you are getting for your money! This June 2018 Meet Up was $156 per person. My husband and I found that very reasonable considering that you are in the parks for 8 hours, with 6 hours of that time being exclusive to only Meet Up participants- and included unlimited food, snacks, ice cream, AND Butterbeer!

 

Registration/Check-in:

Upon paying for your ticket to the event you will receive a confirmation email at the time payment. About 2-3 weeks before the event you will receive a detailed email explaining the registration process and the details of the event. In our email, we received information about where to sign in to the event. The registration sign-in process was very easy and fast. We simply had to arrive at the check-in area, get on the line that had the first letter of our last name and show ID at the table. Then we received an information brochure about the evening and a special wristband that lit up. We were instructed to active the band to light up for the duration of the whole event so park security would know we were part of the event and any day guests without a band past a certain would be kindly asked to exit the park.

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Hotel Group Rates:

Along with all the other amazing perks of the Orlando Informer Meet Up, they have amazing hotel discount rates for the Meet Up group. We never dreamed of being able to stay in the Hard Rock Hotel but because the hotel discount rate was so incredible we were able to stay for 2 nights at the Hard Rock Ho
hat offers complimentary Express Passes! There was also a discount rate at the Portofino Bay Hotel (which we plan to stay at hopefully at the next meet up!), and Cabana Bay. (You can read about our stay at the Hard Rock Hotel here!)

 

Food:

Food service began at 8:30pm in Islands of Adventure and 10:30pm in Universal Studios and ended at 1:00am.

The availability of food and the number of places offering food was tremendous! In every “land” of both parks there was at least 1 restaurant open serving a delicious variety of food. Some lands had 3 or 4 eateries open! Throughout the night we must have eaten over 7 times, including a number of desserts.

When the food service began in Islands of Adventure we were walking through the park just browsing and looking for rides to get on. We first had soft serve ice cream with toppings at Cathy’s Ice cream spot in Toon Lagoon. We then made our way to Marvel Super Hero Island and ate at the Cafe Four restaurant there having pepperoni pizza and Caesar salad. We then walked through Seuss Landing and had the famous green eggs and ham sandwich! We continued through the park and ended up in Mythos restaurant having a buffet of veggie pasta, burger sliders, and desserts. We ended in Hogsmeade getting Gilly Water and Pumpkin Juice!

After taking the Hogwarts Express we went to Diagon Alley and Florean Fortescue’s Ice Cream Parlour. We wanted to get on other rides and then come back to shop at the end of the night so we went to Krustyland/Springfield and got in line for some tacos but the wait was super long. We stopped by Mel’s diner to take some pictures and ended up in Richter’s Burger place to get a burger and chocolate shake. Before the meal service ended we were able to slip in a trip to Florean Fortescue’s Ice Cream just before they closed the door and ordered some Butterbeer as well! The line for Florean Fortescue’s Ice Cream Parlour was veerryyy long most of the time but there were ice cream parlour employees walking around Diagon Alley with single scoop Florean Fortescue’s ice cream, which was super helpful and allowed us to have unlimited ice cream without waiting on that long line all the time.

The food service was delicious! Everything we ate was the perfect temperature, the perfect size, and tasted amazing. We were able to try so many different things and went into so many different places that we didn’t even know were in the parks! There were some foods that I always wanted to try when I visit Universal Studios but never got around to actually trying it but at the Meet Up I was able to try it- for free!

Mind you, not ALL restaurants were open and not all restaurants open were serving a FULL menu. Each restaurant had about 3-4 things they were offering.

 

Rides:

The number of rides open was unbelievable! It was like having full access to the park all alone! On some rides, we were completely alone and on others we walked through the line and straight on to the ride. The only mistake we made was being in the Wizarding Worlds of Harry Potter for too long. Everyone had the same idea to go there first and ride Gringotts or the Forbidden Journey. We waited 25 minutes for the Forbidden Journey and 35 minutes for Gringotts. These were the longest times we waited for the night. But of course, the wait times are substantially less than a regular park day where the wait can be up to 80-100 minutes long. My goal was to do everything but as 11:30 approached I realized that was an impossible task!

 

Meet and Greets / Activities

Not only are there rides and unlimited food/desserts but there was these amazing little meet and greet opportunities! In Marvel Super Hero Island I met Dr. Doom and the amazing, neighborhood Spiderman! There were also street dance parties in different areas throughout both parks with live DJ’s. I was able to dance with Frankenstein and then jump on the Mummy ride- how cool is that?? During registration and check in they gave us an Orlando Informer Meet Up handout that included a map of all the available food, rides, and activity areas.

 

Amount of People:

When I attended the September 2017 Meet Up I thought that it was a good amount of people. This Meet Up, I felt the amount of people was decent, except for in Diagon Alley and Hogsmeade. A lot of people crowded those areas and it was very packed most of the time (which I’m sure was to be expected). But I understand that the capacity for this event was larger due to the fact that both entire parks were open. If people were spaced out evenly throughout the night I’m sure we wouldn’t have run into any issues with crowds. While Diagon Alley was packed and the line for ice cream was all the way down to Knockturn Alley, once you stepped outside into London or Krustyland the park was empty! So, considering the Harry Potter areas aside, the park was empty. Next time I would strategize better and go to the Harry Potter areas at different times than when we did. We didn’t get to do as much as we wanted in the rest of the parks because we had spent so much time in the Harry Potter worlds due to crowds and waiting in lines.

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Time in Parks:

The amount of time we had in the parks included with the event was remarkable. We were able to go into the park starting at 5:00pm! Islands of Adventure closed to the public at 7:00 and Universal Studios closed to the public at 10:00. The event ended at 1:30 giving us 8.5 hours in the parks! We had 6.5 hours of exclusive time in Islands of Adventure and 3.5 hours of exclusive time at Universal Studios. I wish we had more time at Universal Studios because that was the park I wanted to do more in but didn’t get a chance to. But it was still totally worth it!

 

A Recap of our Night:

We started our evening at 5pm when the parks opened for us. We entered though Islands of Adventure and since we were staying at the Hard Rock Hotel we utilized the free Express Pass we got! The parks were still open to daytime guests and we didn’t have any special privileges until the parks closed to the public so we used our Express Passes to get on as much as we could before the parks closed to daytime guests. We got to ride the Hulk and the Forbidden Journey and then took the Hogwarts Express to Universal Studios to ride Fast & Furious for the first time. Then we headed back to Islands of Adventure because that park had closed to daytime guests and we took the opportunity to ride rides with no wait time. We were able to get on the Forbidden Journey, Flight of the Hippogriff, Amazing Spiderman, Cat in the Hat, and went back on the Hogwarts Express to Universal Studios. There we rode Jimmy Fallon Race Through New York, Transformers, Revenge of the Mummy, and Escape from Gringotts.

We then returned back to Diagon Alley where we waited for some more of Florean Fortescue’s Ice Cream (pistachio soft serve is my favorite) and sat in the ambiance of the Diagon Alley to enjoy our ice cream and Butterbeer. We visited every shop and used that time to purchase souvenirs and take loads of pictures. By this time the area was almost empty and most of our pictures only had about 5 people in the background.

 

Community:

The Orlando Informer Universal Facebook group is by far my favorite group! They are encouraging, helpful and really funny. People post their countdowns to their next vacation and people who are at Universal post pictures for us at home to enjoy. If you’re ever feeling like you need a smile because you wish you were on vacation but you’re stuck at home or working- the Orlando Informer Facebook group is the place to go! Even before the Meet Up I was able to connect with others who were attending the Meet Up and when I saw them in person it was like friends reconnecting. It was a lot of fun!

 

Our Rating:

We give the Orlando Informer Meet Up FIVE STARS! We ran into time issues because we didn’t plan our time properly and wasted too much time in areas that were crowded when we should have kept moving. But that is in no way Orlando Informers fault. We took each minute to enjoy our surroundings and even though we didn’t get to do everything (I know my expectations were crazy high!) the things we got done were so much fun. It gave me and my husband much needed time to laugh, rest, eat together, take “coupley” pictures and enjoy our time together!

 

The staff is tremendous and the effort they put into this event is huge. The Orlando Informer Meet Up is very well planned and executed.

We would absolutely, positively attend the next Orlando Informer Meet Up!

 

If you ever get a chance to go- I highly recommend it!

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July 20, 2018 · 1 Comment

Our Stay at the Hard Rock Hotel Orlando

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We had the opportunity to stay at the Hard Rock Hotel in Orlando for our last trip to Universal Studios and we had an amazing experience! If you are looking into staying at the Hard Rock Hotel Orlando then hopefully this review of our stay will be of help to you!

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I know this post is about my stay at the Hard Rock Hotel but I just wanted to give a little background information on why we decided to choose Hard Rock Hotel…

One of my secrets for keeping your marriage alive as new parents is to spend quality time together, and even try to get away for a day or two. My husband and I were celebrating our 4-year anniversary and we wanted to take a mini vacation for some much needed time together. It just so happens that the Orlando Informer was having one of their amazing Meet Ups around the time that my husband and I were planning to go to Florida. (The Orlando Informer is an amazing group that hosts these exclusive ticketed events in the Universal Studios Florida parks.) This year in June they were having an event that both Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure were going to be closed to daytime guests and only open to the event attendees from 5:00pm-1:30 am. So, my husband booked our tickets for the event to celebrate our anniversary. (You can read more on my experience at the Orlando Informer Meet Up here!)

 

Now, to stay at the Hard Rock Hotel is not cheap, but because we were attending the Orlando Informer Meet Up we were able to take advantage of their discounted group rate for rooms at Universals onsite hotels. We chose to splurge on the Hard Rock Hotel!

 

Now let’s get down to our stay at the Hard Rock Hotel!

In 4 words- we absolutely loved it! And here’s why:

 

Location:

Hard Rock Hotel has a fantastic location in the Universal Studios Resort Property! It is the closest hotel to the parks and is literally a 4 or 5-minute walk from the pool to Universal Studio’s main gate. There is a boat that also takes you to City Walk and is a lovely little ride. I’m used to staying at Disney onsite resort where the hotels are usually far from the parks and you need to take a bus to get there so this was a super treat for us!

 

Service:

The service at the Hard Rock Hotel, in my opinion, is fantastic. They have great luggage services where you can store your bags while you wait for your room and then have your bags sent up to your room when you are ready. The housekeeping service is great as well! We had the option to change our towels and sheets daily or conserve water and reuse them. We received changed towels daily but I opted out of changing the sheets. I assumed the housekeeping was only going to switch the towels out but they also deep cleaned the room every single day. The shower, sinks, trashes and floor was cleaned to sparkling! Even though they didn’t change the sheets they still remade the bed, fluffed the pillows and arranged the throw pillows. Room service was phenomenal and the variety of foods were awesome (and also reasonable).

 

Staff:

The staff at the Hard Rock Hotel were phenomenal! Every single staff member we encountered were nice, kind, helpful, and always offered a smile. When we arrived the staff at the entrance of the lobby were quick to take our luggage and help us to the check-in desk. The host at the check-in desk was sweet, energetic and very informative. We arrived at 10 am, which is wayyy before check in but the staff was very accommodating and gave us a list of options we could do while we waited for our room. She gave us our room keys and told us she would text me the room number as soon as the room is ready and we can use the keys to enter (bypassing visiting the check-in desk again to get our room keys.) The staff at the pool were super helpful too. They would anticipate when we needed something and would come to us with fresh towels and water periodically. They always held gates open for us as we walked through the pool area and offered us food and beverages. There are waiters and waitresses that go around the pool deck asking if you want to order food or drinks and they bring you what you ordered to your seat- so you don’t have to get up to order food or wait on a line! We also ordered room service and the staff member that can to the room was amazing! She set up the food on the table and arranged our drinks and food for us. I do not have any complaints whatsoever about any of the staff!

 

Food:

We did not eat at any of the sit-down restaurants in Hard Rock Hotel because we took advantage of being so close to City Walk and ate most of our meals there. We did purchase ice cream at their little market, called Emack & Bolio’s, and it was wonderful. We also ordered room service on the morning of our departure and the breakfast was OUTSTANDING! My husband is not a breakfast person at all and he even said it was the best breakfast meal he’s ever had! He got steak and eggs and it was absolutely fantastic! I had the American breakfast that came with eggs, bacon, hash brown cakes, fruit, and a waffle. The presentation was lovely and the food was delicious!

Ice Cream from hotel market at Hard Rock pool

 

Pool:

As mentioned in the staff area, the pool staff were amazing. The pool itself is quite marvelous as well! It has a zero-entry side where you can sit and just wade in the water. The pool has an amazing slide too that is so much fun! Every day that we went to the pool there was some sort of entertainment that was fun. The first day there was a live band, the second day there was an entertaining DJ and on the third day there was a team of staff doing games and trivia. There is also a beach area by the pool that has lounge chairs in a sand area with umbrellas. There was a lot of seats but during the pool busy hours, it was kind of hard to find 2 chairs next to each other so I would advise finding a seat early. The Beach Club is a poolside restaurant that has waiters/waitresses who will take your food or drink orders at your chair and bring you the food to where you are. I’ve even seen some people ordering drinks from the pool and the server would bring their drinks to them while sitting in the pool! We loved the pool so much and went every single day of our stay. We would head to breakfast and then go to the pool for a few hours before hitting the parks or we would go to the park early and head to the pool in the evening. We tried to work into our day some pool time every day!

Hard Rock Hotel Pool

Express Passes:

The Hard Rock Hotel is one of the 3 hotels on the Universal Studios property that gives you FREE Express Passes for Universal Studios and Island of Adventure. If you are unaware of what express passes are- it is essentially a pass that allows you to skip the regular line and leads you straight to the front of the line! The express pass goes for about $180 per person per day if you were to buy it separately. But the beauty of staying at the Hard Rock Hotel is that you get these amazing passes for FREE with your stay. And for every day of your stay! You use your room key as the express pass. When you go to a ride that has the express pass option you simply show your room key and that’s it! My husband and I took advantage of this awesome perk! We are used to going to Disney World and booking Fast Passes and we know that Universal Studios doesn’t have a free version of express passes like Disney does. Every time we visit Universal parks we try to do so in a low season so we don’t have to wait long times because the express passes were too expensive for us to buy. But having these passes for free during this stay was a MAJOR plus! I’m tempted to stay at one of the 3 onsite hotels that offer this perk every time we go just so I can get the express pass!

 

Room:

We stayed in a Double Queen Pool View Room and it was beautiful! The room came equipped with a Keurig and complimentary hard rock coffee k-cups, a mini fridge inside of a cabinet, a desk and flat screen TV, a wireless phone, 2 armchairs in front of the window, and a bathroom vanity separate from the toilet, sink, and bathtub. There was a large closet next to the door what was able to fit our suitcase and enough hangers for me to hang most of our clothes. The room smelled fresh and clean. We were on the 4th floor and a little way away from the elevator but the hallway was quiet for most of the time and we hardly ever heard the family next door. We enjoyed the sophisticated music look of the room but also felt it had a very “homey” feel to the room. The beds were so comfortable and the pillows were a soft, fluffy memory foam. Even after being out all night and waking up early for our departure flight we felt rested.

View of the Pool from the Room
The view of the Hard Rock Pool from the room. (Pool View Room)

View:

As mentioned, we stayed in a pool view room and it was beautiful! The view was amazing- overlooking the pool with a view of Universal Studios right behind it. At night you can see the park lights and a few of the rides running. We enjoyed waking up and opening the curtains to see the crisp pool below us and the sun rising behind the park rides. We also loved to hear the music from the pool. The first day of our stay there was a live band from 4:30-9:00 pm and it was so nice to hear the band in the distance while in the room. The pool noise is not loud at all- it did not keep us up at night or wake us in the morning. There was no noise that was a nuisance or extremely loud.

 

 

Only Con:

 

Transportation from Airport:

We are used to staying at a Disney resort where there is complimentary transportation from Orlando International airport (MCO) to the Disney resort. Universal does not have a complimentary transportation service. They do offer transportation for a fee- I believe we were quoted $45 per person round trip. We decided to opt out of the transportation that they offered us and just take an Uber to and from the hotel. We did not need to rent a car because we knew we were only going to stay on property for the vacation. Also, we wanted to save money on parking because if you have a car there is a nightly parking fee. We chose to save that money and just put it toward eating on property. But if you have a family and it makes financial sense to rent a car and pay the daily parking fee to be able to get to the nearest store to go shopping or be able to visit other attractions in the Orlando area then do what works best for you!

 

 

Overall, we really enjoyed our stay at the Hard Rock Hotel! It was comfortable, clean, and we felt like royalty while staying there. If you ever get a chance to stay at the Hard Rock Hotel in Orlando I highly recommend it!

 

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June 30, 2018 · Leave a Comment

What to Pack for a One Year Old for a Trip to Disney World

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Taking your one year old to Disney? Congratulations! It’s going to be a blast! One thing you’re going to need is an amazing packing list for taking your baby to Disney. Look no further! Here is everything you will need to pack for a one year old for Disney!

People thought I was crazy that I was bringing my daughter to Disney World for her first birthday! Of course, if you know me personally you would think that it is only natural for me to do this since I am a Disney F-A-N-A-T-I-C!

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Now, I’m a packing planner- meaning I plan for weeekkkssss before I start to pack. But this was my first trip packing for a week-long vacation with a baby. And I also had to take into consideration things she would need for flying for the first time too! So, I made a crazy detailed list that was super helpful for me and I wanted to share all of my packing tips and my packing list with you!

Packing for an infant requires some effort but packing an infant for Disney World needs special planning. Needless to say, packing for a one year old for Disney was not easy- but it was successful!

Packing an infant for a Disney trip should be well thought out but also fun! Here’s how to do this in 3 easy steps without wanting to pull your hair out but also making sure you’re packing everything you need to:

  1. Make a list of all the things your baby uses every day (including food).
  2. Make a list of things that you are going to need for your Disney vacation.
  3. Combine all the lists and pack efficiently (weed out what you don’t need for your destination.)

 

Do not worry because I include ALL 3 of these steps right here in this very post! Following these steps and lists, I was able to bring everything I needed for Baby L and I didn’t forget anything so I didn’t have to spend money at the park or resort buying something that I could have effectively packed.

Not only do I just lay out the steps for easy packing but I also include a printable Disney Infant Packing Checklist for you to have so you can make sure you don’t forget anything! I’m all about making things easier for you so I created an ultimate Disney infant packing list so you can have an amazing vacation without forgetting anything. I used this list twice already and I didn’t have to buy anything when we arrived at Disney because I had everything! Be sure to access the free checklist below!

 

What to Pack for a One Year Old for Disney

 

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Let’s begin the packing!

1. Making a List of all the things your baby uses everyday

 

The first thing you need to do before you start to pack for a one year for Disney is to make a list of things you are going to need. This list is going to change based on your baby’s needs. Include what you need to and make sure to make a list of things your baby uses that isn’t on this list. Make a list of everything, even though you may not bring some things, it’s easier to cross something out than to forget to bring it altogether.

 

  • Diapers: Baby L uses about 4 diapers a day. I will plan to bring 6 diapers a day just in case of emergencies.

 

  • Diaper cream: Bring what your baby is used to using. Orlando can be hot and humid so you don’t want your sweet one to get a rash. We use Cera Ve Healing Baby Ointment for Treating and Preventing Diaper Rash. You can apply it after every diaper change and your baby won’t get any diaper or heat rash!

 

  • Wipes: I order a big box of Huggies Natural Care Baby Wipes for convenience. The wipes come in a big box in 3 refill re-sealable big bags. I usually go through one bag every 20-25 days. I’m going to bring a bag just to be on the safe side. Wipes can be used to wipe hands and face too so I don’t want to under pack them. Also, remember that you are going to need wipes for your diaper bag and wipes for the hotel room. I refilled my diaper bag wipes every day and used the bag of wipes for the hotel room.

 

  • Clothes: We’ll go over which clothes are best to bring in the next section because it’s based on when you are traveling to Orlando Florida.

 

  • Shoes/socks: Same as the clothes, we’ll go over this more below.

 

  • Bottles: Bottles are very important. Think of which bottles will be best for your baby to take on your trip. Baby L uses Doctor Brown’s Wide Neck bottles so I always make sure to pack all of the parts. Try not to switch things up on them. They are already going to be out of their element and in a new place so try to keep things as consistent as possible regarding things that they eat with. Meaning, now is probably not the best time to try a new bottle because what if she doesn’t like it and won’t drink out of it? Chances are, you’re better off with playing it safe. If you want to transition your baby into a new bottle, try doing it at least a month before so she has time to get used to it.

 

  • Food/Snacks: What kind of foods does your baby eat on a regular basis? Will it be accessible on vacation? (You can check the menus at Disney world online including kids meals). Maybe you want to try to introduce new foods to your baby a month before so they will be able to eat a variety of different things when they are away on vacation. Is there a special yogurt or fruit that they like? Can you bring it with you?

If you can, great! Pack it! I love the Happy Baby organic food pouches. They taste great and do not have to be refrigerated so I thought they were great for the parks. The Disney kids meals come with 2 sides and the options are applesauce pouch, grapes, carrots, and yogurt.

I ended up buying her a kid’s meal for breakfast (only $6.97 and it came with a drink, Mickey waffles, scrambled eggs, breakfast potatoes and 2 snacks) and saving the snacks for the park day.

(Planning what your one year old will eat at Disney world)

 

  • Toys/Books: Bring 2 toys they love and 2 books they love. Especially if it calms or comforts them. You want your baby to feel as comfortable as possible. Trust me, sad baby = sad vacation.

 

  • Water: Do you need water for formula? Does your baby drink water? Little inside tip- Florida water does not taste very good. Disney will give you free courtesy cups of water but sometimes it does not taste the best. I don’t recommend bringing gallons of water on your trip.

Especially if you’re flying! But I do recommend bringing a filtering water bottle. That way you pour the water in and it filters when you pour it back out! The water bottles in the parks are $3.00 each for a regular Dasani bottle so my filtering water bottle saved me a bunch of money!

Greatest Disney World Packing List for your One Year Old

  • Milk/Formula: If your baby is still on formula then bring enough for the number of days that you are there and then some extra. Keep in mind bringing enough for your travel days as well. If your baby is on regular milk and you are staying on the Disney Property there is also a little convenience “grocery” area in your lobby gift shop where you can buy a gallon of milk.

We bought one for our room and it lasted us the week we were there. I used it for her morning and night bottles and then brought milk with me a thermos bottle for her day bottles. You can also purchase milk with your kid’s meals and just use it for baby instead of drinking a soft drink.

 

  • Sippy Cups: Don’t forget your baby’s sippy cups. Baby L uses the Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Transition ones with the handles and she loves them! She uses them to drink her water throughout the day.

 

  • Specific Utensils: Does baby use special fork or spoons that they like to eat with?

 

  • Any Medication/Vitamins: Make sure to bring your baby’s medication or anything that they take every day. Also, bring some extra medication for emergencies. Maybe Benadryl or Tylenol or Zarbees (natural cough suppressant)? Always ask your doctor before administering anything to your baby for the first time!

Check out this money saving post too!

Planning a trip to Disney world on a budget does not have to be impossible!


 

  • Special Blankets/Stuffed Animals: Bring anything for comfort that you know your baby loves. We brought her fluffy blanket that she sleeps with and her Rapunzel dolly that she plays with. We packed it in the luggage that we checked so it didn’t take up too much room in our carry on’s.

 

  • Bath Time Items/Lotion: You’ll definitely want to give your baby a bath at least once a day. When you think about all the places your little one will be in one day and how many things he’ll come in contact with you’ll want to bathe your baby! Your little one will also sweat and just like we want to take a shower and get nice and fresh your baby will too!

Bring baby’s bath soap, lotion or anything else that can be easily packed. We love the Aveeno Baby Calming Comfort Lotion. You can find travel-sized baby soap and lotion at your nearest Walmart or Target.

I’m flying to Orlando so I cannot bring the whole kitchen sink with me but like I said, I write everything down and then crossed off things as I saw fit. I made sure everything I was bringing fit into one under the plane suitcase for Baby L. I brought anything that was essential and left things that I knew she could survive without.

To help you pack all of the essentials and prevent forgetting anything, be sure to download your copy of my Disney Infant Packing Checklist! You can access it below!

2. Make a list of things your baby needs for a Disney vacation

 

Now, this may seem redundant but a list of everyday necessities is different from a list of things you need for Disney. You’ll see why after we get into the list! Do your research and add things that you think you’ll need if it’s not on this list. Also, research the weather for Orlando, Florida during the time that you are going.

Usually, winters are hot but cooler at night, spring is hotter than winter but not scolding like summer, Summer is super-hot and humid and usually rains for 15 minutes a day but the sun comes right back out. Fall is hot but cooler than spring and hotter than winter.

 

  • Mist Fan: It’s pretty humid in Florida (understatement of the year!). I didn’t want Baby L to be dying of sweat and heat in her little stroller so every so often I would have her sit with the mist fan and cool off.

 

  • Ponchos/Mini Umbrella: Again, Florida is notorious for rain during the day for a short amount of time. Maybe it will or maybe it won’t but I’ve been there for all 4 seasons and I’ve always experienced some sort of rain. Ponchos were great! I got mine from the dollar store and would buy enough for every day so I can throw it out after I’m done using it and didn’t have to carry a wet bag of plastic around.

I also use them to sit on the floor when I’m waiting for a parade. You can also bring a mini, compact umbrella to keep in your bag. We went once and it literally rained ALL week and each rain was about an hour! Ponchos do the trick when its sporadic, short rains, but an umbrella may help when it’s actually a rainy day.

 

  • Travel Stroller: Now I love my stroller but I couldn’t have possibly carried that gigantic, heavy stroller with me all day. If you are staying onsite at a Disney resort then you will be taking the Disney buses to and from the parks. You do not need a car seat but you need to have a stroller that closes easily because you have to close all strollers on the bus.

Be courteous and make sure your stroller closes somewhat small because you don’t want to have a gigantic stroller taking up the whole bus or sitting on someone’s foot.

Magic Kingdom Castle

  • Diaper Bag Book Bag: I usually have a regular diaper bag that looks like a purse but when we travel we switch over to our diaper book bag so we can swing it on our backs and keep it moving. This comes in handy when you have to close your stroller fast and your hands will be free.

 

  • Sunscreen: Don’t forget sunscreen! Florida heat is no joke and you don’t want your sweet little baby’s skin burning. Use the sunscreen that you feel most comfortable with. I love the Babyganics mineral based baby sunscreen. It comes in travel sizes too so it doesn’t take up my whole pocket in the diaper bag but I can reapply it on her whenever she needs it.

 

  • Bathing Suit: Don’t forget the bathing suit! I brought 3 for Baby L because I wanted to bring 2 for our pool days and then I kept an extra one in the diaper bag for the parks because every park has some sort of sprinklers and this is great for a hot day!

 

  • Towel: Disney provides you with pool towels but I like the pool towels that are bigger and have designs on them so we can leave them on our pool chairs and know it’s ours. I always buy them when the Disney store has a sale for free personalization.

 

  • Light Clothes: Based on the weather for the time you are visiting, you want to pack the right clothes. Even when it is chilly, it’s not cold, cold. I always tend to pack lighter clothes that can be layered. That way I can remove or put on clothes based on the temperature that day.

This year we are traveling in Mid-May so I’m packing a lot of short sleeve and tank top onesies with shorts/skirts so I can remove as I need to. Always pack a change of clothes in the diaper bag too, it’ll come in handy!

 

  • Ribbon for the Stroller: Disney world is full of strollers! Sometimes it just looks like a sea of heads and strollers! For any ride that you go on with your baby, you will need to leave your stroller in the stroller parking. Sometimes cast members will move the strollers so I always put a colored/patterned ribbon on my stroller so I can know it’s mine.

Also, be sure not to leave any valuables in the stroller when you leave it. This is also when the book bag diaper bag comes in handy so you can just strap it on your back and head on a ride.


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  • Comfortable Shoes: If your baby stands or walks then you want to make sure to have comfortable shoes or sandals with you. Make sure it’s nothing where their feet can get too hot but also make sure it has enough of a sole to walk and not fall apart.

 

  • Light Blanket: Baby L loves her blanket! I always bring a muslin lightweight stroller blanket for her so she can nap while we are out.

 

  • Sunhat: Don’t underestimate a good baby sunhat. I use them all the time when she is not in the stroller and when she is in the pool. It prevents her head from burning too. You can find nice lightweight ones that are water friendly and dry fast.

 

  • Disney Gear: After all, you’re going to Disney! Try to bring as much Disney themed things you can find that way you don’t have to buy things when you get there. I found great Disney onesies and tank tops/dresses at Walmart and Marshalls before my trip.

When I got to Disney I saw their baby apparel was over $20 for some items! Baby L fit right in with all of her Disney gear and mommy got to save a fortune!

 

  • Autograph Book/Sharpie: If you are taking your baby to meet characters at a character reservation or at the parks then you’ll definitely want to bring something for them to sign!

 

  • Crib sheet: if you are staying onsite then you will most likely be requesting a pack and play for your baby to sleep in. Baby L is accustomed to sleeping in pack n plays because when we stay at my mom’s house she uses one. If your baby never slept in a pack and play I recommend getting your little one used to it before the trip that way they can enjoy a full night’s restful sleep.

Disney provides pack n plays with mattresses and sheets. I always bring my own sheet and blanket for Baby L to feel comfortable and it makes her feel at home.

Disney Value Resort Pack and Play

  • Lysol Travel Wipes: I’m not a compulsive person (though my husband would say otherwise) but I am a bit obsessed with everything being clean. So, add the fact that the thousands of other people have touched the same tables and chairs that my daughter is going to be eating at- can drive me a little insane. I always have in the diaper bag a pack of travel Lysol Disinfecting Wipes so I can clean down the high chair and table that we sit at.

I also use it to clean down any surfaces that Baby L will be sitting at for a while. Disney Cast Members do an AMAZING job at keeping things clean so there are sometimes when I don’t worry too much about it. Only if I see the table is dirty or something do I really do a huge clean down.

 

  • Lysol Spray (Travel Size): Like my Lysol wipes, I also carry a Travel-Sized Lysol Disinfecting Spray with me. I use it to spray down her travel changing pad every time she uses it. I also use it to sanitize the remote, door knobs, phone, faucet knobs whenever we check into a hotel.

Disney Mouse Keeping does a great job at making sure the rooms are clean so I don’t go crazy cleaning everything like I would if I were somewhere else.

 

  • Swimming Diapers: Of course if you want your baby to go into the pool you’re going to need to have swimming diapers. They are a bit expensive at the resort so I packed 6 swimming diapers with me and it was the perfect amount. I planned to use 2 per day for the 3 days that we were going to be in the resort hanging out.

 

  • Travel Size Dish Soap/Sponge: If you are staying at a Disney Resort in a regular guest room (not a suite or studio room) then you will definitely need to bring some sort of soap to clean and disinfect your baby’s bottles. I have only stayed in regular rooms that only have one sink (the sink in the vanity area of the bathroom) and having soap was a lifesaver! You want to make sure you have something to clean your bottles and dishes with. You may even want to bring a sponge or bottle brush.

 

  • Pop Up Hamper: This is not a necessity but definitely will come in handy. When you have a couple of adults and a baby in a room- you will have A LOT of laundry. You don’t want to just stuff all the dirty clothes back in your suitcase or in a plastic bag. So I always bring a popup hamper that folds flat but then pops up into a tall hamper.

This keeps all of our dirty laundry in one area. If you choose to do laundry in the hotel then it can also be an easy way to carry your laundry to and from the machines. I purchased this Mesh Popup Laundry Hamper that is portable, has handles, and collapses easily for storage and packing in your luggage.

Remember you don’t want to over pack but you also don’t want to forget necessities!

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3. Combine your lists and start packing

Step 3 to helping you pack for a one year old to Disney is to combine those lists! Take the 2 lists you make and combine them into one master list. Then figure out your luggage. Are you bringing just carry on’s? Are you bringing suitcases to go under the plane that you are going to check in? How much you bring depends on how you are going to transport it.

 

How We Packed It All

You can read all about how we packed our things on this list in 2 carry on size bags and a 1 checked luggage here (3 Steps to Easily Pack for a Flight to Disney With an Infant)!

 

I recommend packing little by little about a week in advance. If you have to clean things then do laundry throughout the week. If things are clean then start placing it in piles throughout the days. You can’t imagine how much time this saves and how much of a headache you’ll prevent on packing day!

Recheck everything on your list and ask yourself do you really need it? Will your baby use it throughout the vacation or just once or twice? Don’t compromise on the things your baby loves! Pack those things and weed out other things that will just take up space.

Don’t forget to download your copy of my Disney Infant Packing Checklist! You won’t want to arrive at your vacation and realize that you forgot to pack important items so be sure to get the checklist below! Instead of stressing about making sure you have the right items, just download the packing checklist and you’ll be good to go!

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Well, there you have it! Here’s an easy way to pack your infant for a Disney Trip! I hope this list is able to help you easily and effectively pack for your awesome trip to Disney! Have a greaaatttttt vacation!!

Do you have any other tips for helping pack your kids for vacation? Share them in the comments below!

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June 20, 2018 · Leave a Comment

Tips For Taking Your One Year Old to Disney World

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Some may think taking a one year old to Disney is insane- I think it’s awesome, though not for the faint of heart!

To take your baby to Disney you’ll need the best tips and tricks up your sleeve to make your trip smooth and effortless.

Thankfully I braved taking my 13-month daughter to Dinsey and found some awesome tips (even though most were by trial and error) that will make your trip not only fun but magical!

Originally, we were going to wait to take her to Disney until she was at least 18 months old but we found an awesome deal for a stay at All Star Movies in May for a 5-day, 4 night stay for only $73 a night. We just couldn’t pass it up!

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Along with tips for taking your one year old to Disney World, I also include a free infant packing list for taking your baby to Disney! After all, no vacation will be good if you forget to pack all of the essentials.

And I’m alllll about helping families make sure they have the most fun as possible together. Be sure to download my Disney Infant Packing Checklist below!

Here was our Disney Vacation Plan for that Week:

Day One: Arrive/Resort Day

Day Two: Magic Kingdom

Day Three: Chef Mickey’s/Epcot to Animal Kingdom

Day Four: Resort/Disney Springs

Day Five: Travel

You can read about our specific plans for some days by clicking the links above! I also included all of our roadblocks so you can learn from my mistakes 😉

We decided to only buy a 2-day park hopper ticket because I didn’t want to push her too much to be out all day for 5 days in a row (this is also one of my tips but you’ll read more about this below).

It was also Baby L’s first time flying so I wanted our travel days to be light and restful. The 2 park days were successful and the perfect amount of time to be in the parks with her for the first time.

Anyway, enough about me! Let’s jump right into the tips and tricks to bringing your one year old to Disney World!

Tips to Bringing Your One Year Old to Disney:

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1. Pack the Right Items

In order to bring your one year old to Disney stress-free, packing the right items is number one.

I have another post, “What to pack for your One Year Old for a trip to Disney” that you can read here! These items got me through the vacation and I didn’t have to buy anything for Baby L except for cold/perishable snacks that I wanted to buy for her in the park when it was hot.

To help you pack all of the essentials and prevent forgetting anything, be sure to download your copy of my Disney Infant Packing Checklist! You can access it below!

You can also check out a post about packing for a flight a super easy way here- ” 3 Steps to Easily Pack for a Flight to Disney with an Infant.”

2. Plan effectively

I am an avid planner! I love to plan things months in advance and have lists and lists of things to pack, what we are doing each day and at what time.

But I couldn’t do that this trip because I didn’t want to overwhelm Baby L. On the other hand, I also didn’t want to under plan and lose out on great opportunities.

I found that the perfect “sweet spot” of planning this Disney trip was to plan:

  • which dates we were traveling,
  • book the Fast passes 60 days in advance,
  • and plan 1 special meal reservation.

That was it!

Magic Kingdom Castle

3. Don’t over plan

(This may seem like it contradicts the last tip but don’t worry, it doesn’t!)

The best thing about this trip was I didn’t have to overly plan because I didn’t want to jam pack our day and make Baby L suffer. The last thing you want is to burn out your poor baby with scheduling something every hour that you forget to enjoy the moment.

Don’t get me wrong, I love scheduling fast passes back to back and running around like a madwoman- but I couldn’t drag my poor baby along with me in my madness!

If you check out our posts at the top of the page you can see how we did each park for each day of our vacation and it was perfect for us!

4. Pack Smart

Pack your diaper bag with as little as possible without sacrificing necessities.

Here’s a list of everything that we packed in our diaper bag when taking our one year to Disney:

  • 6 diapers for the day
  • Diaper cream
  • Refillable wipe pouch
  • Clorox disinfectant wipes travel packet
  • Mini Lysol spray
  • Change of clothes
  • Sunhat
  • Muslin blanket
  • Bottles
  • Travel Formula cups
  • Travel thermos for milk (instead of buying milk every time she ate we bought a gallon of milk to leave in the room and just refilled the thermos every day. It saved us about $9 a day)
  • Sippy cup with water
  • Baby Sunscreen
  • Baby Bug Repellent

Use a Diaper bookbag:

We brought a diaper book bag with us so it was easier to just sling on our back when we had to close up the stroller. It also fits better in the stroller storage basket and we even hung it from the stroller handles and it didn’t bother us at all.

Bring a lightweight blanket to shield the sun (or towel):

The Florida sun is no joke. Even with the largest stroller sun visor, the sun didn’t get entirely blocked out! We brought a lightweight muslin blanket with us to drape over the stroller when she napped.

I also saw some people who brought a thin towel with them and they placed it over the stroller to block out the sun when their baby napped too.

You don’t want the bright sun waking your baby up after 5 minutes of falling asleep! It’s also quite noisy in the park and having something over her stroller kept some of that noise out.

5. Pack a change of clothes in a Ziploc bag

We took our one year old to Disney World during Florida’s wet season so there was a rain shower every single day.

One evening there was a steady downpour for about 4 hours and even though the diaper bag is “water resistant”, because it poured for so long the bottom of her bag got soaked- including her change of clothes.

So when Baby L got drenched from the rain, we had to buy an outfit for her at the gift shop.

Needless to say, I learned my lesson and began to pack her extra clothes in a sealable bag to prevent her extra set of clothes from getting wet.

It’s been a major success ever since!


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6. Bring ponchos/rain shield for the stroller

Talking more about the rain…be sure to bring the rain shield for the stroller and extra ponchos.

We buy the cheap ones from the dollar store or Walmart because I’m not fond of reusing ponchos. There’s really nowhere for me to store them for the rest of the day after they are wet so I prefer to throw them out and just use a fresh one the next day.

7. Be flexible

Taking your one year old to Disney is definitely going to require you to be flexible.

If you’ve been around my blog you can probably see that I am a bit of an avid planner…but one thing I learned with this trip was to be FLEXIBLE.

My main priority was to keep Baby L comfortable at all times.

So if we had to change a Fast Pass time so that we could eat or to wait until she woke up then that’s what we did.

There were some days that I wanted to wake up earlier to go to the park but it just so happens that morning Baby L decided to sleep in 45 minutes more than she normally does.

Granted, we had a really long day the day before so she was tired just like the rest of us! With all that said, I learned to be flexible and just go with the flow of the day.

Trust me- it will save your sanity!

8. Know when to ride

Go on rides in the early morning or late afternoon to avoid the high sun and high crowds mid-day:

I’ve been to Disney about 20 times in my life so I usually have an amazing plan for Fast passes that let us use about 6 or 7 Fast passes a day.

What I do is plan my fast passes for the morning and after you complete your initial 3 fast passes you can schedule more. So by the afternoon we keep getting fast passes for the next rides and we end up riding most of the rides without waiting on lines!

But having an infant with us changed this plan.

I chose to schedule the Fast Passes for the afternoon.

Why?

My thought was, if we get to the Magic Kingdom early we can go on rides with hardly any wait time because the park is still practically empty. Then when the high sun and high crowds are out in the afternoon we wouldn’t have to worry about lines because those were the hours I had Fast Passes.

My plan was to either be on a ride or in a restaurant during the afternoon hours so Baby L wasn’t overheated.

This plan worked perfectly!


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9. Have lunch at low times between 2-3pm

To avoid crazy food lines and packed restaurants it was best for us to eat lunch at an off time which we found out is usually between 2-3pm.

This worked out perfectly for us because Baby L eats at 2:00 so we were able to take a break from the strong sun or sun shower and eat.

People usually eat lunch at 12 or 1 so when everyone is on the rides, by 2-3 we were already done with most of our rides and enjoying a nice meal.

10. Have a rest day and enjoy the pool

I cannot tell you how much Baby L enjoyed her pool day! She was amazing at the parks but I didn’t want to drag her to parks 4 days in a row and tire her out where she gets cranky and doesn’t enjoy herself. So, we decided to have a pool day and enjoy our resort.

We stayed at All-Star Movies so we walked around and took pictures in the Toy Story area with Woody and Buzz and then took pictures with the 101 Dalmatians statutes.

We jumped from the main pool to the baby pool and went to take naps and then headed back to the pool.

We also used that evening to go to Disney Spring and grab a nice dinner and snacks! We also saved money because we didn’t have to buy another day of park tickets.

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11. Use your travel days to relax/set up for next day:

We chose to have a midmorning flight so we can arrive at the resort in the early afternoon to have the rest of the day to relax and enjoy the resort. We were also taking Baby L on the plane for the first time so I wanted to be able to just go to the resort and let her relax.

I didn’t want to drag her to her first park when she was up early in the morning and was on the plane for 3 hours. We took the afternoon we arrived to unpack, set up her crib, get our park bags together for the next day, explore our resort and take a dip in the pool.

We were in bed early enough to get a good night’s sleep and Baby L slept through the whole night and woke up refreshed and ready for her first park day.

12. Plan your park hopping in advanced

If you are planning to park hop I always suggest planning your park hop day in advance to see when you want to hop and where you want to hop. Park hopping is awesome and I love being able to go from park to park.

Park hopping with Baby L was fine, but I think it flowed so smoothly because I planned our park hopping around her mealtimes and naps. This was she was sleeping on the bus and monorail and got to be awake at the new park.

13. Be mindful of baby’s nap times

Talking about nap times…. I am a strong believer in the nap.

I’ve had Baby L on a schedule since she was one month old and she has had steady naps and a steady bedtime all her life. I’ve seen time and time again the benefit of having her on a schedule. But just because your baby is on a schedule doesn’t mean you can’t take him out!

My family was concerned that Baby L wouldn’t do well at Disney World because if I followed her schedule so rigorously, she wouldn’t be able to enjoy herself.

But with any vacation, any routine or schedule will get altered. So I always made sure to try to flow with her routine. I never sacrificed her comfortability so we can be able to do something.

Thankfully, her naps worked out perfectly every single day!

Being mindful of her nap times was like finding gold!

If she didn’t nap she was fussy and cranky. So, we stuck to her regular nap times and just reclined her stroller for her to be able to sleep.

At her nap times, I walked around with her in a quieter area and kept pushing her until she got drowsy.

It worked like a dream!

That way, we didn’t have to sacrifice being her naps at the park– and we didn’t have to sacrifice the park for her nap.

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14. Keep your feeding schedule as close to normal as possible

Just like the nap schedule, try to keep your baby’s feeding schedule as close to what they are used to.

Depending on how your baby eats maybe this means you need to have a sit-down meal when your baby eats so they can have solid food.

Or maybe this means just giving your baby their bottle. Or maybe you have all your food with you in the diaper bag that they can eat while you are touring the park.

Whatever works best for your family!

I found that eating when she was used to eating and not letting her get hungry and cranky, worked best for us.

We had snacks on hand for her and food that was good on the go. We had 2 sit-down meals a day, whether we ate at a quick-service restaurant or a formal restaurant.

Every hour or so I would give her a snack just to keep her energy up and I made sure she was hydrated.

Disney also had great snacks you can buy like yogurt, apples, carrots, string cheese, and grapes.

15. Take a travel stroller with good sun canopy and that reclines

Making sure our stroller had a good sun visor and was able to recline back for her to nap was a priority for me.

I absolutely love my everyday stroller but it’s too big to lug around the airport and the Disney buses so we had to find a travel-friendly stroller.

It’s also a plus if the stroller is easy to fold/close because you’ll need to close the stroller when you use the Disney buses.

The recline function was a huge factor because Baby L was able to take her naps. And having a good sun visor on the stroller will help block out the strong Florida sun.

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16. Do not keep baby up past normal bedtime for 2 days in a row

We learned from experience that if your baby is up all day and goes to bed later than normal one day it’s always best for the next day to have an easy day and have your baby go to bed at their normal bedtime.

We made the mistake once of pushing Baby L to be out late 2 days in a row. We planned our vacation where one day was busy and one day was restful and it worked so well!

17. Sun hat and sunscreen will save the day

If you don’t know this, the Florida sun and heat is relentless!

We had a sunhat for Baby L in the diaper bag and we put it on her every time she wasn’t in her stroller being covered by the stroller visor.

We applied organic baby sunscreen every hour to her arms, hands, feet, legs, face, and neck. She got a little tanned but successfully no sunburn!

18. Kids meals are the way to go

Food wise, taking your one year old to Disney is easy!

I absolutely love Disney’s kid’s meals! Not only are they affordable but they come with so many items and have a great number of options for all dietary needs.

For every kid’s meal, you get the main entrée with a side, a choice of 2 snacks, and a beverage.

Anytime we would order a kid’s meal we would save the snacks and she would eat them throughout the day. When I wasn’t that hungry I would order a kid’s meal for myself too! They are between $5-$7 and include all of those items!

19. Stay calm and baby will be calm

I can sometimes get a little overwhelmed and it doesn’t do well for my family.

I learned that I have to stay calm and every time I want to lose it (and God knows there are many times that I want to!) I just breathe and try to handle the situation to the best of my ability.

Along with being flexible on vacation, it’s also important to stay calm.

There’s going to be a million things that can change or have the ability to be messed up and when you’re traveling with kids there are always bound to be some accidents. The good news is that when we stay calm our children have a higher chance of staying calm.

And you don’t want to ruin your vacation with grumpy kids, grumpy spouses, and ultimately a grumpy family. You’re not paying to have a grump vacation!

20. Show baby the sights and rides

I absolutely loved showing Baby L around.

She would look in amazement at the characters, rides, pictures, lights, and everything else! We made sure to point out characters, pictures, lights, buildings- everything we can possibly point at. She loved the rides and loved looking around. All she did was smile and laugh!

It was the best time!

21. Take lots of pictures

This is my favorite tip! Take pictures of everything and anything! My motto is “take it even if you won’t need it because it better to take it than to be without it”.

It’s always easy to delete pictures you don’t want but it’s impossible to go back in time to take a picture that you wished you did.

You’re one year old might not remember this trip but they’ll have the amazing pictures to look back on to show them how much fun they were having.

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There you have it! I hope these tips help you in planning to take your one year old to Disney World. We had an amazing time and it was so successful that we already are planning to go again when she turns 2!

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Instead of stressing about making sure you have the right items, just download the packing checklist and you’ll be good to go! Have a greaaatttttt vacation!!

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What are some of your favorite tips for taking your little one to Disney? We’d love to hear them! Share your tips below in the comments!

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