One of the passions of our family is vacationing. We live for the trips we take together. Together, we have experienced everything from the Grand Canyon to New York City to Las Vegas, but our favorite destination is Disneyland – a magical place that can make any person feel like a child. Disney land tickets are not cheap. Spending two or three days in the parks in Anaheim can leave you broke. Here are some ways we have saved money when enjoying everything Disney has to offer.
First, we always try to pay less than retail for tickets. We do this by visiting during off peak times of year like January and February, using our Disney credit card rewards, and always purchasing tickets in advance. The gate price is always higher than the advanced purchase price. Second, we always stay near the park at a inexpensive hotel. Forking out hundreds of dollars for a hotel room is pointless at Disney. The vast majority of your time will be spent in the park anyway; all you will do in the room is sleep and shower. And third, watch your food budget. Spending money on food in the park can add up quickly. Two options are taking food into the park for lunch, and taking a break during the middle of the day to eat outside the park.
Disneyland can be the best vacation you and your family ever take. The key is to go prepared and know what you are getting yourself into. Disneyland can be affordable with a little creativity, preparation, and ingenuity. Don’t be afraid; you can make your Disney dreams a reality.