I'm a travel planner who's been to Disney World over 40 times. Here are 8 things I always pack and 3 I never bring.

I'm a travel planner who's been to Disney World over 40 times. Here are 8 things I always pack and 3 I never bring.

  • I have been to Disney World over 40 times, so I am an expert.

  • I always bring rain gear, comfortable shoes, and my ears when I pack for a trip.

  • I don't think you'll need to put your suitcase in room for extra snacks or pool towels.

I have become a packing professional after going to Disney World 40 times.

I am often asked about the most important items to pack for a trip to the parks, as a travel planner at Marvelous Mouse Travels.

I always bring the essentials and the things you can leave at home.

It will rain, so you'll be happier if you bring a sturdy poncho

It will most likely rain during your Disney trip if you have spent any time in the area.

Don't let that stop you from having fun. You can hit the parks with a poncho.

If you don't want to get wet on Splash Mountain or Kali River Rapids, you can wear a poncho.

You're going to want a small but roomy bag for the parks

kari becker and family meeting jack sparrow at disney world
I like using small backpacks.Kari Becker

I have tried every bag you can think of when visiting the parks. My advice is to bring something small that fits your needs.

My husband loves a cross-body bag, and I love a small backpack, purse, or fanny pack.

You want something that is easy to take on and off quickly, small enough to take on rides, and roomy enough that you don't cram your phone and necessities in.

Travel-sized sunscreen and hand sanitizer are easier to carry around the parks

You want to travel light when you go to the parks. I raid the travel section of my local store before every trip to make sure I have the basics: sunscreen, hand sanitizer, aloe-vera gel, sanitizing wipes, mini first-aid kit, pain relief, and tissues.

The regular-sized versions are too heavy to carry around the parks.

Disney gear and Minnie ears are nonnegotiable items

I love my rose-gold ears.Kari Becker

It is not a Disney trip without Mickey or Minnie ears.

I have a lot to choose from based on holidays and seasons. My favorites are the rose-gold Minnie ears, but I have been looking at the haunted mansion for a while.

Every day at the parks, I pack a Disney T-shirt. Each trip we get a matching family shirt.

I pack my Disney jewelry safely, including my bracelets and earrings.

You'll need to use your phone a lot at Disney World, so portable chargers are lifesavers

My Disney Experience App and the mobile Disney Genie services are required for a lot of my planning throughout the day. I usually know my battery is almost empty by mid-morning.

Those who like to open and close the parks need a heavy-duty but compact battery pack.

You don't want to miss out on that next chance to take a picture.

I can't do a park day without super comfortable and waterproof shoes

Park days can be tiring, so rest time is crucial.Kari Becker

I walk over 10 miles a day going to Disney. My shoes can get wet because of the frequent rain and water rides.

I bring fast-drying shoes to make sure my experience is not ruined by blisters or sore feet.

My husband always wears his sandals, and I switch between my Sanuks and Tevas.

I always pack stamps so we can send postcards from Magic Kingdom

It is a tradition for my family to send a letter or postcard to someone back home from the parks.

Souvenir postcards can be brought to the front desk. It is fun to put it in one of the four mailboxes on Main Street USA at Magic Kingdom.

Disney gift cards make it easy to budget in the parks

We purchase souvenirs with the gift cards.Kari Becker

Disney gift cards can be used to pay for almost everything at Disney World.

Many external retailers offer small discounts when you purchase them, so this is a great way to save money on your vacation.

We give each of our kids a gift card at the beginning of the trip to curb overspending.

On the other hand, I never pack dress clothes for a Disney vacation

Outside of Victoria and Alberts at the Grand Floridian Resort, Disney dining locations don't expect more than casual dress.

There are wonderful dining options with upscale food at Disney World that are still family-friendly.

If my husband and I decide to get a little fancy, we usually throw one nicer casual outfit in our suitcase. We leave our dress clothes in the closet at home.

You don't need to bring your own pool towels or life jackets if you're staying on the property

The pool area at the Yacht Club Resort.Kari Becker

My clients often ask if they need to bring life jackets or towels for their children to swim in the hotel pools.

You can save space in your suitcase by leaving these items at the Disney resorts.

It's tempting to pack all your own snacks, but it's easier to stock up when you arrive

It is nice to have a few quick snacks on hand in the hotel room or in your park bag, but don't waste space in your suitcase. groceries can be delivered to your Disney resort

Garden Grocer is a local option for delivery. The deliveries can be picked up in the lobby from bell services or luggage assistance.

You will be charged a $6 fee if you want them delivered to your room.

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