Greg says he has been to Disney World more than 1,000 times.
He always brings a portable charger and Band-Aids.
He doesn't pack a water bottle.
Greg has been to Disney many times. He estimates he has been to Walt Disney World more than 1,000 times.
Greg and Elyssa Antonelle launched their travel agency over a decade ago.
The family relocated from New Jersey to Florida after they launched their company. He said he is a five-minute drive from the entrance to Disney World.
He estimates he has been to the parks more than 1,000 times.
The ideal packing list for a day trip to Disney is mastered by Antonelle. Here are 10 items that he never forgets, and 3 items that are not worth the hassle.
He always brings a portable phone charger.
One of the biggest mistakes travelers make when visiting Disney is not knowing how much cell phones will cost. It is nearly impossible to visit Disney without a phone and the My Disney Experience app.
A portable phone charger is a must have for visiting the parks.
The power bank from the Anker company is one of the favorites, but you can find other options for less.
He has a hat and sunscreen in his backpack.
There is a good chance that visitors can expect sunny weather at Disneyland in Anaheim, California.
Visitors to Disney parks should be prepared for a sunburn. For a trip to the parks, he suggests packing a hat and sunscreen.
Pack a stroller to be on the safe side if you are on the fence.
He regrets not bringing a stroller with him on a family trip to Disney.
After about an hour and a half, our youngest said he didn't want to walk anymore.
He said that the couple spent the day carrying their youngest child around until they bought a stroller.
He said that it is a great place to store food, water, and souvenirs instead of lugging a heavy backpack, and that he advises parents to bring a stroller if they are ever questioning whether or not to.
There is an umbrella or rain poncho for Disney.
You can almost guarantee a rain shower at Disney World in the summer.
During the summer months, it will come down hard for a half-hour or 45 minutes.
He said he has learned his lesson. He always double-checks to make sure he has a rain poncho or umbrella.
If you have a large family visiting Disney and don't want to pack multiple bulky umbrellas and rain jackets, rain ponchos are ideal.
It's a must that Antonelle has comfortable shoes.
It might be tempting to buy a brand-new pair of shoes before you go on vacation, but he always encourages travelers to stick with their shoes.
Antonelle said that comfortable shoes are key to exploring as much of the park as possible on your trip.
A first-aid kit is also a miniature one.
He keeps a small first-aid kit in his backpack and always has Band-Aids.
Accidents can happen if you run around a theme park all day. It could be a splinter from a park bench. He said it would most likely be blisters from shoes.
Band-Aids are one of the most important things in your first-aid kit, because you walk so much in a Disney park.
Disney has bandages for guests, but it will take some time to find a first-aid station. It's a smart way to save time.
A sweater is also in the backpack.
Florida is known for being hot, but that doesn't mean it doesn't cool down in the evening. He always has a sweatshirt.
Many of Disney's restaurants and interiors blast AC to keep visitors cool. He said that it would be worthwhile to pack a sweater if you are not planning to stay at the parks until dusk.
The person suggested packing some snacks.
He said he always packs a few snacks in his backpack because Disney parks allow guests to bring in water and food.
He tends to buy these at the parks because they help him and his family stay full between meals.
Bring something to distract the kids in the long lines.
One of the challenges is waiting in line with young kids. Unless you can reserve a $850-an-hour tour which will allow you to skip the lines, there is a good chance you will spend some time waiting.
You and your family should come prepared with some things to distract you. It could be a game on your phone or a coloring book.
You can save money by packing souvenirs.
One way to save money on a Disney vacation is to buy and pack your Disney stuff outside of the park.
A lot of people will buy a souvenir at home, stick it in their suitcase, and give it to the kid at the park.
Unless you want to save money, don't pack entire meals.
Food is a big part of the Disney experience.
If you and your family can afford Dole Whip in Animal Kingdom or a meal with Disney characters, then you should.
The bug spray can be left at home.
If you are visiting anywhere else in Florida, you will not need bug spray at Disney parks.
Disney uses a few tricks to keep bugs away from its parks. Disney uses garlic spray and mosquito-eating chickens to keep visitors bite-free.
You can always ask for a cup of ice water at Disney restaurants, even if you have a water bottle.
You can visit any Disney restaurant and get a cup of ice water.
He said you can always stop and ask for water at Disney's restaurants if you don't want to carry a heavy water bottle.
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