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Best Stroller Fan for Disney & Theme Parks

June 17, 2018 by Christine Leger

How do we bring our babies around with us in the heat outdoors? Even with your little one lounging in a stroller while being pushed around the parks, they will get hot fast and one of the best ways to help them cool down is buying a stroller fan!

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What is a Stroller Fan?

A stroller fan is simply that. It is a small, lightweight, usually battery-operated or USB fan that clips to a stroller. The main purpose of a stroller fan is to cool the child on days of extreme heat. They are designed to be mounted on any stroller and have an adjustable neck. This ensures you are able to move the fan and direct the airflow to where it needs to be.

A stroller fan can also be clipped to carriers, Disney Park Bag, or even handheld while waiting in line.

Benefits of a Baby Stroller Fan

Keeps the baby cool inside the stroller, by providing air flow
Ensures child gets enough air when sleeping in a covered stroller
Ensures the child gets the benefits of being outdoors – like Vitamin D from sun exposure – while limiting the risk of overheating.
A stroller fan won’t prevent sunburn but it will reduce the risks of overheating and skin conditions caused by excessive sweating.
Stroller fans are used for multiple purposes. Not only is a stroller fan great for clipping onto a stroller, but as mentioned, the fan can be clipped to many objects like a baby carrier, backpack or computer desk.
It’s free entertainment. If your stroller fan has different colours, it is bound to mesmerize your toddler. Even if it doesn’t, there is something to say for a spinning magical instrument attached to the stroller that provides instant relief.

Hint to Parents: You may want to hook one to the stroller to keep cool too!

What to Look for in a Stroller Fan

Fan case – not only does the case prevent the child from grabbing the fan blades, but the case must be made of hard enough plastic to not break the first moment it falls. Because it will fall, that’s what children to do nice things.

Fan blades – many manufacturers now have foam fan blades. They bend when poked by the child, thus alleviating the risk of injury.

Noise-free – while a little white noise is great to help the children fall asleep, too much noise can distract them and keep them awake.

Weight and grip – since you will be carrying the stroller fan around with you all day, and clipping to any and all surfaces, weight, and grip are important. If you are clipping to the stroller canopy, for example, you want to make sure it is not too heavy, as to ruin the canopy itself, or its grip too loose as to fall off onto the baby.

Operating mode – most stroller fans operate within one of two ways; rechargeable USB or battery. Decide which is best for your travelling needs, which is more practical for your particular travelling situation, and go from there. Don’t forget to check if you will have access to a charger when needed, or more batteries (or battery charger).

Adjustable speed – make sure your stroller fan has adjustable speeds, to meet the needs of the child and the environment.

Best Stroller Fans for Disney

Clip-On Stroller Fan

It’s “cool” to have a personal fan…one that keeps kids comfortable, cool, and entertained! Our finger-safe stroller fan features soft foam fins and clips easily to all types of strollers, play yards, and gear. With a flexible neck that lets you angle the breeze. Requires 2 “AA” batteries (sold separately).

This is a must for anyone with a baby that lives in warm weather areas. This product worked as intended and was able to be clipped in multiple areas on my stroller. I would recommend this to anyone that wants a good inexpensive stroller fan

Cool on the Go Necklace Clip Fan

Cool On The Go is a revolutionary personal cooling system that was designed with convenience in mind. It’s lightweight and features a compact design that leaves your hands free as you’re working or playing in the heat!

While other personal fans are often bulky hand-held products that barely produce any airflow, the Cool On The Go PUMPS out air! It provides users with over 5 hours on high and over 8 hours on low, of a continuous steady airflow to help anyone keep cool and refreshed. Suitable for all ages!

The Sky Genius stroller fan

The Sky Genius stroller fan provides quite a bit of airflow for such a small device. Users love the fact that it can be recharged by USB. With so many USB plugs everywhere, including the car and power pack, it’s just so easy to plug this fan in for a few minutes to top off the charge.

Finally, the Sky Genius stroller fan is more flexible and can point in just about any direction.

Dreambaby Clip-On Stroller Fan

A great little fan is good for on-the-go and staying at home. Only needs 2 AA batteries, not included, however. With an easy to use On and Off switch, older kids will be able to use it on their own. The Dreambaby clip-on stroller fan does not have a speed option, but the setting is fairly strong enough for a warm day.

Clip-On Fans feature soft, baby-safe foam fins and the flexible neck can be adjusted to the right angle to ensure baby gets a breeze. Ideal for keeping your little one from over-heating in the stroller or playpen on warm days. Totally portable and perfect for beach, pool, picnics, and parks. May be clipped onto nearly anything including strollers, bassinets, playpens, picnic bench, lawn chairs, beach chairs, treadmills, ellipticals, and many more!

Glovion Cooling Fan, Stroller Clip Fan

A+ Mini fan. These mini fans strongly blow wind, but only when using the 18650 batteries (provided). The long USB cord is very convenient unlike the short ones provided by other companies. When using the 18650 batteries, the wind output is a lot stronger than using the USB cord attached to a laptop or power bank.

In comparison to other mini USB fans, this fan is a bit noisier. It shines over other fans that use USB power only because its wind output is A LOT higher. Being cooler was more important to me than being quieter so I prefer this battery operated mini fan over other fans. I also love the contrasting colour scheme and options, the rotating head design, adjustable wind speed, and the ultra strong clip.

Diono Stroller Fan

Keep baby cool with a clip-on Stroller Fan. Attaches easily to strollers and other surfaces to keep the breeze flowing. Fan cover protects small fingers. Requires 2 AA batteries, not included.

The Diono Stroller Fan works great on both of our strollers. It is powerful enough to keep baby cool in Orlando heat and batteries lasted all day. The only problem was that the switch is very sensitive and often turned on when we just set the fan down.

SUNPOLLO Clip-on Fan

The SUNPOLLO Clip-on Fan is a great little fan. It charges with a USB cable and includes a 18650 Lithium battery (the same kind frequently used with flashlights). It will also run off USB while charging the battery on the run. It’s perfect for sitting on the baby stroller. It is very convenient to use and the wind is good enough when walking in the heat.

Stroller fans are a real lifesaver on those hot summer day. Such a tiny little device can bring so much comfort to your baby and so much peace of mind for you the parent.

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The Perfect Castaway Cay Excursion Bag

June 13, 2018 by Christine Leger

Everyone keeps telling you what to bring on the boat, but no one ever mentions what to bring OFF the boat.

We don’t want to suggest you bring EVERYTHING off the boat with you, it’s a beach and it’s still fairly close to the ship. Yes, it’s a Disney private island beach and super packed with things to do, as seen in our Disney’s Castaway Cay Planning Guide, but at the end of the day, there is only so much you need to bring. Here are a few suggestions for packing your shore excursion bag for Castaway Cay.

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What to Bring With You on Castaway Cay

First and foremost, the style of bag you use is an important consideration. Here we consider two types of bags that would look great on the beach and serve your needs; the solid side beach bag, or the mesh beach bag.

There are pros and cons for each type of bag; namely security and sand. With a solid bag, no one can see what is in your Castaway Cay excursion bag, and shouldn’t be tempted to take a peak. However, any and all sand or water that enters this bag, stays inside this bag, until thoroughly washed.

On the other hand, a mesh bag will allow for all liquids and sand to flow freely to the ground, leaving the rest of your items untouched. Because the sides are relatively see-through, everyone now knows how many beach toys, the size of your beach towel and how many cell phones/cameras you are hiding in there.

Go for some packing depth, think Inception. Keep your sand toys and wet clothes at the bottom of your larger mesh bag, and place other items like sunscreen, cell phones, towels, and glasses, inside of your smaller solid beach bag, or dry bag (a bag that keeps liquids on the inside or outside of the bag).

What to Put in Your Castaway Cay Excursion Bag

Weather-Related Items (Beat the Heat)

Hats. A good sun hat should have a wide brim so that it will keep both your face and your neck in shadow. This little bit of sun relief will also do wonders for protecting your eyes.

Sunglasses. There is a style out there for everyone. As a family of glasses-wearers, we purchase prescription sunglasses or wear contact lenses and a nice pair of inexpensive sunglasses. This way, it is easier and cheaper when lost or misplaced. Either way, sunglasses are a great way to protect your eyes from the suns rays, reflecting off the crystal clear water at Castaway Cay.

Water Bottle. Having an insulated, portable, constant source of drinking water is a great way to beat the heat. If your looking for a great article look here for the Best Water Bottles for Disney & Theme Parks we think it is an important piece of kit hence a dedicated article.

This is also a great way to stave off Dehydration and Heat Stroke on Your Disney Holiday, enjoy those hot summer days. While the refill stations demand you use a fresh paper cup to take water away, that doesn’t mean you need to drink from it. Empty your cup into your bottle and carry on.

It will also keep families with children from running back to the fountain every 30 minutes; we will just sit and enjoy or Konk Koolers.

Baby care. If you are a family with children too young for Scuttle’s Cove and don’t want to fork out $9(USD) per hour for daycare on the ship, then be prepared to for the epic architectural challenge of keeping baby from burning. Not only do little ones burn much quicker than the older children, they will also require a nap midday. Instead of returning to the ship (unless that’s the plan, then, by all means, have at ‘er), why not get yourself a small, collapsible beach tent.

If the umbrellas are taken, park your beach tent somewhere accessible and enjoy a forced relaxing afternoon on a beach chair or beach towel while the little one takes his midday siesta.

Health-Related Items

Sunscreen. You can never be too careful when it comes to sun safety. Be sure to apply sunscreen before leaving the boat, and reapply every few hours, especially after leaving the water. Don’t think because it’s a cloudy day or that you’ve spent the majority of your time underwater that the sun doesn’t reach you; plants grow just as green in rainy Germany, or under the water’s surface. Wear Sunscreen!

Waterbug repellent. There are waterbugs, like noseeums (sandflies), that lay in the water and bit legs. Keep them off with waterproof bug repellent that is rated for these specific intruders.

Beach-Related Items

Water shoes. The sand on sunny beaches can get fairly hot and uncomfortable fairly quickly. The sand and rocks under the water also have a nasty habit of bitting back when you are least expecting. Protect your feet from anything else that you or may not see on the beach with a pair of water shoes.

Pro Beachgoer-Related Items

There are times when owning and taking along supersede rental fees and the convenience of luggage space. While we believe in travelling with less, this is not always the cheapest way to travel or experience shore excursions. That being said, who is to say you won’t use these another day… or on your next Disney Cruise.

Beach Toys. These highly sought-after items are very hard to find on the beach and depend on the previous guest abandoning them for others to use. There is also the option of buying beach toys on Castaway Cay unless you have successfully managed to secure your family a Cabanas, in which case, congratulations! Cabanas come with many freebies, including sand toys for the kids.

It doesn’t need to be much, you would be surprised how little the children need to be content, and they will manage to swap toys with their new found friends anyways so they will not be lacking. Rest assured.

Snorkelling gear. This one is slightly more expensive “it depends” item but could be useful in the end. Considering snorkel rentals at Castaway Cay cost $33 per person over the age of 10, there are a handful of options available for just that price. Pay once and now you own it. And the children will love playing with their new gear in their local pool, or local beach.

Gadget Beach Protection

Waterproof phone pouch. A waterproof phone case would be preferable but a waterproof phone pouch is a great backup. Place your phone in the pouch and take it snorkelling, snap a few images of the hidden treasures underwater.
[thrive_text_block color=”teal” headline=””] Pro tip – Travel sized Baby powder will help get the sand off your feet without all the scrapping. [/thrive_text_block]

If you forget something on the ship, don’t fret. The shops will have it, or just go back to the boat and get it. The boat is always available.

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Best Water Bottles for Disney & Theme Parks

May 26, 2018 by Christine Leger

It doesn’t matter where you live or when you have your holidays, everyone that has ever planned a Disney trip wants to avoid the crowds and beat the heat at all costs. If nothing else, many vacationers would prefer crowds over the hot summer heat, as these high temperatures tend to get guests in a crusty mood and slow everything down. With the right strategies, you can beat the heat in the Disney Parks. The absolute best way to stay cool AND save money is to bring along a water bottle from home, find in this article, Mouse Travel Matters, Best Water Bottles for Disney Parks.

Why Travel With a Water Bottle to Disney?

When it comes to bringing drinks into Disney parks, one would naturally lean towards bringing their refillable mugs from breakfast, but will they prevent spillage, and fit with travel hygiene safety? The best way to keep cold liquids cold is to have them in dedicated, preferably insulated and spill proof, and possibly with a little handle or loop so they are easy to hold onto or secure to a Disney Park Bag.

Yeah sure, guests can easily purchase bottled water at each gift shop in order to hydrate but, along with cost, there are a handful of reasons why you may want to reconsider that particular touring strategy and opt for a reusable water bottle instead.

Cost Savings

A bottle of water at Walt Disney World costs about $2.50 per bottle for around 16oz (475ml) of water. In order to get your recommended 8 cups of water per day (that’s 2 litres), you will need to buy 4 water bottles per day. That’s $10 per person! Do you know how much popcorn one can buy with $10 per person? Or Turkey legs? Or Mickey Ice Cream Bars?

By having a refillable water bottle, you can get ice cold water for FREE! Just ask for a free cup of water and ice when purchasing snacks or meals. Yes – any Walt Disney World food stand will give you a cup of water (and usually ice) if you simply ask for it – and it’s free!!

Also, the average reusable bottle holds about 32 oz, whereas the average plastic water bottle can only hold 16 oz. That makes fewer trips to refill, and as we all know; Time is money.

Environmental Stewardship (AKA. Not leaving a mess)

Americans use more than 50 billion plastic water bottles a year. The average American uses 167 bottles. but recycles only 38 of those, this according to Ban the Bottle. How many plastic water bottles does one reusable bottle save? Since you, the average human, need to drink approx. 4 plastic bottles per day, you would be saving approx. 1,460 plastic bottles per year by using a reusable bottle.

And let’s be honest, if you leave a mess and others leave a mess, Disney Fans know. Finding a plastic water bottle in a toilet is just weird, your favorite Cast Member will appreciate you while they are somewhere cleaning up that ‘protein’ spill.

Heat Exhaustion

Having immediate access to water is a great way to beat heat exhaustion.

Many people claim that if we don’t stay hydrated throughout the day, our energy levels and brain function can start to suffer. There are actually plenty of studies to support this. In one study in women, a fluid loss of 1.36% after exercise did impair both mood and concentration, while increasing the frequency of headaches

Immune System

One of the benefits of drinking water is that adequate hydration has a huge impact on your immune system. Water helps all of your body’s systems function at optimum levels. Drinking plenty of water flushes toxins and ensures that your cells get all of the oxygen they need to function as they were meant to

Plastic Water Bottles Sweat Like Crazy!

Even if the cost of bottled water doesn’t phase you, it’s hard to argue against the fact that the cold beverages that you buy in the middle of summer just don’t stay cold for very long – and then they sweat condensation.

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Best Water Bottles for Disney

Zak Designs Mickey & Minnie Mouse 25 oz. Wide-Mouth Water Bottle

Zak Designs is a 25-ounce water bottle with a leak-proof lid and built-in carrying loop. It features graphics from our favourite boss, Mickey Mouse. The easy-open flip top cap locks into place when open and is spill-proof when closed. The wide mouth easily accommodates ice cubes on those super hot days.

ZeroWater On-The-Go 26oz. Filtered Tumbler

In between refills at the restaurants, ZeroWater’s portable filtered tumbler allows guests to refill their bottles at any drinkable water sources, like public fountains. The 5-stage filter transforms tap water into delicious, TDS-free drinking water. While every town and city have a slightly different taste to their water, this filtered tumbler gives you the peace of mind that nothing is left but “the good stuff”.

HYDAWAY Collapsible Pocket-sized Travel Water Bottle

Space is a terrible thing to waste! Instead of walking into the park with a full bottle of hotel water, why not arrive and fill the bottle when first needed. Then drink and refill again later when required. There is no need to carry around an empty bottle, especially if you don’t have anywhere to put the bottle afterward (did you know there are people that actually go to the parks without a bag? Crazy eh! I discovered that when I walked right past the ‘no bags’ line at Disney Security). Just fold it up and tuck it away in your pockets until the time comes to fill ‘er up again.

HYDAWAY Collapsible Kids Water Bottle

With eye-catching colours like Very Berry, Cool Breeze, and Hot Lava, kids will want all three. The creative base design offers a label space to personalize the bottle with your child’s name, just in case it’s left behind in the Parks or in a restaurant. The bottle flattens down to just over an inch thick when fully collapsed. It can be easily stashed in a backpack, lunchbox, pocket or diaper bag. The HYDAWAY kids bottle is designed for ages 3-8 and keeps parents happy with nontoxic and food-grade materials.

Vapur Eclipse Water Bottle

Known as an anti-bottle, this little guy will stand when filled and rolled nearly flat when empty. Guests are able to freeze the Vapur Eclipse Water Bottle overnight for extra cold water in the morning. The Supercap allows for a tight seal when closed and an easy open spout for drinking and comes with an attached carabiner for easy carrying. It is dishwasher safe, BPA free and made in the USA.

Klean Kanteen Wide Insulated Stainless Steel Bottle With Loop Cap

With double-wall vacuum insulation, Climate Lock insulation keeps drinks Hot up to 14 Hours and Iced up to 48 Hours! (20oz size). The Klean Kanteen is lightweight and perfectly sized to fit in most cup holders and the leakproof Loop Cap clips onto just about anything.

Live Infinitely 32 oz. Infuser Water Bottles

Industry first FULL-LENGTH infuser rod ensures that your water is infused to the very last drop, providing the best flavour possible! Removable infuser and cap can be placed in your favourite water pitcher to make it a fruit infuser as well.

Dual hand grips on each side and the lid features auto alignment technology; this means that no matter where you start, your bottle will always secure in the perfect position for drinking.

There is an added security metal loop above the button on the lid. this way it can not be opened accidentally when not in use. Simply disengage the metal loop, press the button and you’re ready to go. A travel loop has been added to the back of the lid for extra convenience – simply attach your favourite carabiner and attach it to anything you would like.

Not sure where to start or how to get some of the most delicious water from the bottle? No problem, we got you covered! Every purchase comes with our recipe PDF which features 20 of our favourite recipes. A quick and simple guide to a healthier you that outlines the health benefits of each recipe.

CamelBak Eddy Water Bottle

Redesigned cap and Big Bite valve provide faster flow than previous versions; just bite and sip, and your beverage flows through the valve. Dishwasher-safe, durable, BPA-free & BPS-free. Carry the integrated handle in the crook of a finger, or connect it to a pack or waist belt with a small carabiner (found here).

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Real Savings Purchasing a Reusable Water Bottle?

Over the course of a year, if you drank a total of 4 bottles per day, at an average cost of $2 per bottle, you would spend almost $3,000 per year just on water. With a reusable bottle, even if you needed to buy a new one within a year, you would only be spending $20 per year at most. This would leave you with an extra approx. $2,980 in your Disney budget.

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Best Shoes for Disney & Theme Parks 2019 Men, Woman, & Kids

April 1, 2018 by Christine Leger

One question we see quite a bit! What are the best shoes for Disney, or any other theme park for that matter? It depends a little on what time of year you visit, your overall plan and the parks you plan to visit.

Just what is everyone wearing to the Disney & Theme Parks? We have combined our personal experience and those of our Disney friends. Social Media is also filled with shoe suggestions from travellers with all types of feet. All of these resources have made this guide possible.

This article covers the extremes of walking the theme parks and hardcore park attraction seekers.

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Will, you runDisney?

For the purposes of this article, we will not delve into runDisney. However, here is a great resource for that endeavour.

Whether you’re looking for the best shoes for Walt Disney World in Orlando or you’re searching for the best walking shoes for Disneyland in Anaheim or abroad, we have put together the ultimate list of comfortable shoes for Disney and other theme parks.

Travel Tip.

We recommend leaving the heels in your hotel room if you are touring the parks. We are often amazed to see so many people struggling with there pumps in the Disney Parks. We see this struggle all the time. Save them for your fancy dinner nights at Disney.

What to Look for in the Best Shoes for Disney

Broken In!

On your first day at the theme park Do Not wear brand new shoes. The best shoes for Disney are ones that you have broken-in. New shoes that cause blisters from high mileage would be a nightmare on a theme park vacation. When you buy a new pair of Disney walking shoes, wear them in at home before your visit to the park.

Comfort, comfort, comfort!

You absolutely must find comfortable shoes for Disney. A lot of walking is involved in a long day out at any theme park. Comfortable shoes are essential if you want to make it through the day at Disney World or other theme parks.

Lightweight / Packable.

Good shoes for Disneyworld must be lightweight and easy to pack. It is a vacation.

Breathable.

When considering your shoe choices for Disney World, be sure to take into account how breathable your shoes are. A Disney day out can leave your feet sweaty, smelly, and hot so be sure you pick shoes that let your feet breathe.

Best Shoes for Disney

Our list of the Best Shoes for Disney & Theme Parks 2018 we will help you select the perfect pair of shoes. We all want to get through a long, hot, and high mileage day at a theme park. These are our picks for the best walking shoes for Walt Disney World, Disneyland and any other theme park you might visit on your vacation. Read through the list and let us know if you have any questions.

For Women

Skechers Performance Women’s Go Walk

Our pick for the most comfortable women’s shoes for Disney!

We hear it often on forums and around the web Sketchers are the most comfortable shoes for Disney World or any other theme park. Many Disney fans have worn them in Disney World Orlando, Disneyland Paris and at Disneyland in Hong Kong and they think they are definitely the most comfortable shoes for Disney. A lot of Disney runners find them a comfortable fit for Disney days.

During a busy day in Disneyland Paris, we start our mornings with a run to Ratatouille: The Adventure for FastPass and a chase of the children around Toy Story Playland. With their comfortable memory foam inner soles, and uppers made of lightweight breathable mesh. The footbed is even lined with bamboo for antibacterial odour control.

Skechers Performance Women’s Go Walk 4 A.D.C. – All Day Comfort Walking Shoe

Our pick for the best women’s walking shoes for long Disney days!

This is our well researched best women’s walking shoes for long Disney days. You need the best so look no further than this pair. Designed for all-day comfort these are the best shoes to wear to Disney World if you plan on being there from open to close.

Just like the Go Walk Sketchers above, they are breathable and lightweight but they also have extra support in the form of laces. Also, this shoe has the same bamboo inner sole to keep the stink down. This is your best bet for multi-day theme parks.

Nike Women’s Flyknit Lunar3 Running Shoes

Our pick for the best women’s sneakers for Disney World!

If running shoes are more your speed and the walking shoes mentioned above don’t suit you, then these Nikes are the best shoes for Disney Parks and everything theme park in between. Like the other shoes on our list, they are lightweight and breathable so they are some of the best shoes to wear at Walt Disney World in Florida.

Need to Bolt between queues or bend time running for FastPass? This shoe won’t let you down and are among the best shoes to wear at Disney Parks.

Women’s Sandals

Women’s Shoes

For Men

Skechers Performance Men’s Go Walk 4 Incredible Walking Shoe

Our pick for the most comfortable men’s shoes for Disney!

Just like above, men’s Sketchers are some of the most comfortable shoes for Disney World or any other theme park. Lightweight and packable, we think they are definitely the most comfortable shoes for men at Disney. At the end of the day, when the kids are ready for bed and so are you, these shoes will get you through the big fireworks or special Disney nighttime spectacular.

Whether you are racing the kids to the parks or running to lunch before the rush; with breathable mesh fabric upper, and the Skechers new insole design, and a footbed lined with bamboo for antibacterial odour control, you can’t go wrong with this shoe.

Skechers Sport Men’s Afterburn Memory-Foam Lace-up Sneaker

Our pick for the best men’s walking shoes for long Disney days!

Another of our well-researched shoe’s is our pick for the best men’s walking shoes for long Disney days. The memory foam insole in this shoe is one of the highly sought-after features of any all-day wear shoe. Designed for all-day comfort these are the best shoes to wear to Disney World if you plan on being there from sunrise to late into the night.

The lace-up for this shoe provides the support you need and with a mesh upper your feet will have that breathable quality for long hot days in Disney Parks.

The bamboo inner sole to keep the stink down is included just like many of the Sketchers we have reviewed. This men’s walking shoe is your best bet for multi-day theme park visits.

Under Armour Men’s Charged Bandit 2

Our pick for the best men’s sneakers for Disney World!

If running shoes are more your style and the walking shoes mentioned above don’t look good to you, Under Armour may be your best shoes for Disney Parks. Like the other shoes on our list, they are lightweight and breathable so they are some of the best shoes to wear at Walt Disney World in Florida. To add to the feature set of these sneakers, they are also extremely stretchable.

The cushioned midsole well help you stay strong in those long Disney attraction lines and last through to other theme parks. This shoe won’t let you down; it is highly durable and are among the best shoes for men to wear at Disney Parks.

Men’s Sandals

Men’s Shoes

For Kids’

New Balance Kids’

Our pick for the best kids walking shoes for long Disney days!

After a lot of research, the results are in on these New Balance shoes with there extra wide option available. They are a perfect fit for kids and in our opinion the most comfortable kids’ shoes for Disney.

No more squished toes. Some have stated that they are a little heavy, but that tends to help young ones with there balance well walking.

Skechers Kids Nitrate Sneaker

Our pick for the most comfortable kids’ shoes for Disney!

Skechers does it again with its comfort factor and selected by us as the most comfortable kids’ shoes for Disney & theme parks. This lace-up sneaker with 3D printed mesh upper will keep your kids’ feet comfortable all day with its extra wide options.

The fantastic gel memory foam is sure to please. A perfect little boy or girls shoe.

Disney x Vans Kids – Disney Print Shoes

Plan on Vans. Vans has some of the greatest Disney print shoes on the market. They are lightweight and breathable.

Kids’ Favourites from Social Media

Wow this one was all over the place nothing like some healthy discourse to get some great input from social media.

Kids’ Sandals

Kids’ Shoes

Best Sandals for Disney

For Mouse Travel Matters the KEEN brand is a great option for Disney because they are supportive, affordable, and perfect for Disney Parks and the Florida heat!

Best Women’s Sandals for Disney

Keens Whisper Sandal

Our pick for the best women’s sandals for Disney World!

We love our Keens! For us, we consider this our best women’s sandal for Disney World. Well, we like the added protection of sneakers in the theme parks and their ability for high mileage, sometimes it’s just to darn hot for sneakers. Tough sandals like this have a tough closed toes design, making them probably the best shoes for Disney World in the summer when humidity and temperatures are high.

With their excellent arch support, this machine washable sandals are great for transitioning from Disney’s Animal Kingdom to the water parks. You will also find, by the end of the day, that you will have a unique suntan pattern on your feet.

Best Men’s Sandals for Disney

KEEN Men’s Newport H2 Sandal

Our pick for the best men’s sandals for Disney World!

We love our Keens still! For us, we consider this our best men’s sandal for Disney World. Well, we like the added protection of sneakers in the theme parks and their ability for high mileage, sometimes it’s just too darn hot for sneakers. Tough sandals like this have a tough closed toes design making them probably the best shoes for Disney World in the summer when humidity and temperatures are high.

With there excellent arch support this machine washable sandals are great for transitioning from Disney’s Animal Kingdom to the water parks. You will find by the end of the day you will have a unique suntan pattern on your feet.

Best Kids Sandals for Disney

Teva Hurricane 3 Sport Sandal

Teva Hurricane 3 sports sandals are lightweight and sport a quality sole. Water Park ready.

We love or children and we protect them from there head to there feet. From experience, we can say that if we hadn’t invested in quality footwear for our kids they would have had foot issues as toddlers. This according to our kids’ podiatrist when one of them received insoles.

KEEN Newport H2 Sandal

To be clear travelling from far away (Canada), open toe sandals at Disney parks can be less efficient than a closed toe sandal. They can get caught on things and you definitely have to consider sunscreen for your feet.

Keens have the benefit of there closed toe design and banging your foot on a ride vehicle is no big deal. They are heavy but extremely rugged.

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Disney VANS “OFF THE WALL”

Disney Vans Unisex

Our pick for the best men’s & women’s shoe for Disney Parks!

This is a crazy popular Disney branded best men’s & women’s shoe for Disney. If you love a Disney Toy Story or villains print this might just be the shoe for you! This low top, canvas shoes will really show off your Disney style. With several design choices, we present just three of our favourites above.

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Training for Walking at Disney World

Professionals believe a month of wear is a solid amount to make sure your shoes are ready for the type of long-distance endurance you will be needing for Walt Disney World. This both softens up the hard spots of your shoes and toughens up the soft spots of your feet.

This is also enough time for you to know if these shoes are really “the one”, and make alternative arrangements.

What to Do if you Get a Blister at Disney?

If you end up with a blister, don’t panic. First and foremost, do not pop your blister if it hasn’t popped on its own. The skin is actually keeping infection out and protecting you. The best thing to do is cover it with a blister pad or band-aid; the blister pads simply offer you extra cushioning versus a band-aid.

Blister Tip.

Even with the Best Shoes for Disney, if you are prone to blisters, after hours of walking, consider applying moleskin before you leave the hotel, your heels will thank you.

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What to bring with you into the Parks

If you thought packing your Disney vacation suitcase was nerve-wracking, just wait until you start to pack your theme park bag. Disney Park days can be long, so what should you pack in your Disney park bag to make sure you’re prepared?

If the parks are open for 10-14 hours, that’s a long time to make it only on the contents of your pockets; you should consider extra supplies. Having been to Walt Disney World 3 times, and Disneyland Paris 4 times, with and without kids, all in the last 8 years… this is what we have learned.

A Disney Park bag and a day bag can have some pretty clear differences. Disney parks are a very high energy tourist destination. On any given day the parks are filled with excited, sweaty and possibly exhausted children and parents. As any Disney fan would tell you there is some much fun to be had that stopping to hunt down sunscreen at a crowded shop is not something to waste your, detailed, epic-schedule on. Plus think of the children!!!

Disney fans with children will tell you there are some items to carry that will just save you time and money. We will often refer throughout this article to Walt Disney World but if your travelling from afar this article is a one-stop read for all 6 Disney Parks.

The parks don’t have corner stores to buy forgotten items. And any health-related items can be time-consuming to source from the Disney Baby Care Center, First aid Station (Walt Disney World First Aid Stations), or City Hall. And weather-related items are often something you don’t think of until you are already soaked running for the closest store on Main Street USA. And from my experience, you could be paying nearly double the price of arriving prepared.

The stock is often limited, they typically only have one brand, and the line to make your purchases can last at least 30 minutes, if not longer (Yes, I have stood in one of those lines).

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Packing Basics

Do Disney Parks Allow Bags on Rides?

Yes! Disney allows you to bring your bags on all rides. You don’t need to worry about what to do with it while you ride.

Can you bring Your own Food to Disney Parks?

Definitely. Pack a whole lunch, if that’s your jam. Just remember don’t bring alcohol or anything made of glass.

What’s the Ultimate Park Bag for Disney Parks?

Your ultimate Disney Park Bag should fit everything you usually need on any given day, plus a few extras. We use backpacks for the majority of our Disney Park trips. A nice Disney drawstring backpack is often how we roll. This will help you reduce the amount of clutter you take with you unnecessarily. It is easy to access for both yourself and your partner – but you will definitely feel it if a stranger tries to reach into it.

Don’t become the family mule, carrying everyone’s stuff around. My partner generally carries an assortment of camera gear in a backpack.

In my experience, the children often enjoy carrying their own stuff in there very own backpack. In this way, you have a completely kitted out little person how is ready for any parent to see to there needs. No digging for stuff in many bags. “One kid one kit!” If you have to hang that bag off the stroller for any period of time, at least, all their stuff is together and ready to go on there backs.

What to Put in Your Disney Park Bag

Weather-Related Items

The weather is a huge factor during most Disney Park trips. Heat, rain, and sun can have a massive impact on your fun, also some months, chilly morning/evening temperatures could also be an issue.

Ponchos and/or an umbrella – Ponchos are more convenient then an umbrella and can easily be deployed to the whole family, and stored in a bag or a stroller if its big like our BOB Revolution. They can be purchased at Disney Parks, or for less on Amazon and you can just keep packing them for your next trip.

Spray Misters -So amazing on a hot Disney World summer trip. Well, they are super handy, keep them out of the sun, or you will have a hot water spray mister. Hit the online stores for this sometimes out of season item.

Sunglasses – We forgot sunglasses straps last Disney Park trip it was super inconvenient. We recommend them.

Light Jacket – mornings/evenings from October – March we recommend them for that cold chill. And of course, they are easily stuffed in your Disney bag.

Health-Related Items

We travel often and have found that having these items at hand will allow for quick reaction to trip and falls as well as weather-related issues. Whether you are walking the Roman forum or walking through Epcot.

Sunscreen. Your number one item. In the parks, you WILL fry, especially at the water parks. Don’t leave home without it!

Personal First-Aid Kit. You can make your own little kit with Band-Aids, itch/burn cream, ibuprofen, Triple Antibiotic Protection Ointment (In my opinion Best Stuff Ever for skinned Knees), etc.

There are also First-Aid stations in the parks with some of these items available, prices can be double the retail price and stock limited.

Anti-Bacterial Gel. Take it easy with this stuff.

Wet Wipes. You can clean ANYTHING with wet wipes. Use them in your car in your campsite. At work. And definitely at Disney Parks.

Bug Spray.

Tissues.

Park Touring Items

Some items to remember in your Disney World park bag:

Park maps – you can pick these up at the park if you don’t have any of your own ahead of time.

MagicBands/MagicKeepers/Park tickets. On-site guests will likely use their MagicBands or MagicKeepers. Off-site guests will use their park tickets unless they choose to purchase MagicBands at Disney World.

Lanyards. Super handy for off-site guests who will need to regularly use their park tickets and credit cards, we’d suggest a lanyard for easy access. Remember lost park tickets are not replaceable if you lose them.

Bitbelts. This can keep you from losing your MagicBand during a trip. There are many stories online of Disney guests losing Magicbands and spending exorbitant amounts of time and energy sorting it. We recommend the wider bands for the regular-sized MagicBands and the junior bands for children who will be using the inside of the MagicBand (not sure what size your child will be wearing? Wait until you receive your MagicBands and then order Bitbelts that fit).

Credit Card. Although you can charge purchases to MagicBands, We always bring a little cash and a credit card just in case.

Photo ID.

Autograph Book. You could also bring other items for autographs, such as a pillowcase. Remember to have a good packing plan for these bulky items.

Autograph Pen. The characters prefer larger pens or Sharpies. (Bonus Tip: Retractable Sharpies are awesome!)

Gadgets & Gizmos Galore

Many or most people rely on a smartphone and other gadgets in everyday life using them for trips is no different. Whether you need a phone for simple communication or the latest apps. Having all the required accessories is a must.

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External Battery Charger. WITH charging cords, is required for any travel adventure, Disney is no exception- phone batteries drain so quickly at Disney Parks. The Disney Parks have there very own Apps for the display of Live showtimes, ride wait times, etc..

Fitness band or smartwatch. you’ll be amazed at how many Kilometers/miles you walk each day.

Here are some affordable, powerful, and well-reviewed options on Amazon. We use all of these items.

Grocery Items

Having some snacks handy for meals is a good idea. Make sure you stay hydrated.

We usually pack:

Refillable water bottle. I used to carry 1 around per family member but that got too heavy so now I carry one and refill it in the fountains or in restaurants.

Snacks. I like bringing fruit, rice cakes, and other little things.

Stuff For Kids in Your Park Bag

Although we hope that you won’t end up waiting much, the kids do get bored. It’s always beneficial when travelling with kids to have something for them to do during the waiting game.

If the parks are not open yet, your waiting in line at an attraction, or waiting for food to arrive. Here is some stuff for Kids to do.

Some Ideas:

Have a Snack.

Study the Maps. Check out the free Disney Mobile Apps for Disneyland and Walt Disney World.

Have a Snack. lol

Plan Your Next Meal.

Take a family Selfie or two.

Play with a Toy.

Miscellaneous Useful Items

Some other things I’d suggest:

Towel. used to wipe off a seat, sit on during parades, etc. I usually just grab one from our hotel room.
Spare outfit for kids.
Extra Ziploc Bags. never know what you might want to keep dry or extra storage so I just always have extras in my backpack

Park Bag Items on Amazon

Many/most of the items listed above are available, so be sure to check that out to save yourself time running around to different stores.

Of course, if you don’t want to take a full-sized backpack into the parks, you could cross things off this list and fit your stuff into a cinch-style backpack or purse.

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