Packing Lists

When packing for your practically perfect WDW trip is a balance. You need to both try not to over pack - you will want that room in your suitcase for those special merch finds - and yet be prepared for the unexpected turns your trip may take. We tend to keep clothing packing to a minimum, focusing on comfort. But we try to think of all the medication and sundry items that may be needed. We have found if we don’t have it - **cough cough**Ace bandage for a twisted ankle*** we will need it and have to buy it at a premium or even end up with an uber ride to a local Pharmacy. Let’s look at what we bring when traveling to Walt Disney World.

Trip Packing List

An outfit for everyday - from undies on out. Plus and extra one in case you get soaked. *** Pro-packing tip - As a space saver we usually plan a couple of pants/shorts that weccan re-wear - or wash and hang dry in a pinch
A couple of sets of sleep clothes - we re-wear them without a problem.
Compression Ankle socks one pair for each day- plus an extra pair
COMFORTABLE shoes you can stand up in all day. Leave the cute pairs at home - plus an extra pair in case they get soaked or start to rub wrong. Leave the cute at home, go for comfort and support here. NEVER bring new shoes.
SUN SCREEN - even if you are going in the cooler months this is vital!
Hat and sunglasses
Aloe Vera or your preferred sun-burn treatment
Band aides
Mole skin
Antibacterial cream
Ace Bandage
All regular medications both prescription and over the counter
Ibuprofen and Tylonol
Some kind of antihistamine, cough meds, anti diarrhea meds and anti nausea meds (Pretty much a little bit of ALL the meds)
Hydrocortisone
Lotion
Hair care and skin care products and other toiletry/make up items you prefer to use
***pro-tip there is H20 brand shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in the resort shower.
Hair brush and hair ties
Lip balm
Nail clippers or scissors
Feminine products if you are of the gender or age that they are needed - never know when you will start early
Deodorant
Chafing stick - your thighs will thank you no matter how thin they are.
Portable hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes
Tide Pin
Refillable water bottle
Reusable straw
Rain ponchos - we buy cheap ones from Amazon and just pitch them when the trip is over
A mid-sized comfy bag for the park
Sandwich sized zip lock bags
Charging cords - we bring a multiplug cube for plugin them all in - though most of the resort hotels have been renovated and have plenty of areas for charging things
External batteries for your phone or camera
Towel or personal fan if you are traveling when it is hot
We also pack snacks or breakfast food and sometimes an extra bag for taking home that park merch ***pro-tip. Mech purchased at a Walt Disney World shop can be shipped home from the shop you purchased it at or from the resort gift shop with a receipt. There is an extra fee but it is reasonable.
Pro-tip - only bring earrings and other jewelry you are okay with losing.
Jacket if you are in the cooler months or if you get cold in air conditioning.

Park Bag

There is a lot of debate online about park bags. You have the, if you can’t carry it in your pocket you don’t need it, group all the way to the other extreme that practically brings the kitchen sink. Also your park bag needs and contents will vary greatly depending on if you are traveling with children or not. This is our go to list of things we carry for a family with older kids, teenagers, or just adults.-

Reusable water bottle
Reusable straw
Small Rain poncho
Band aides
Snacks
Pain killers, antihistamines, anti nausea meds
Sun screen
Lip balm
Hydrocortisone
Hair brush and hair tie
Towel or person fan if you are traveling when it is hot - when is it not in Florida
Jacket in the cooler months (or if you are sensitive to over air conditioned spaces
External battery for your cell phone
Hand sanitizer and sanitizing wipes
Tissues