Whether you’ve been saving your pennies and finally hit your goal or you received the gift of a lifetime, the news that you’ll soon be Walt Disney World-bound has landed. Congratulations to you and yours. Now it’s time to get ready, and we’re here to help.
Heading into a Disney vacation is both exciting and varying degrees of stress-inducing, especially if you’re a first-time WDW visitor. There’s a lot to plan for, and a third or more of those plans are likely going to change. But that’s simply the nature of the beast; the smart Disney vacationer accepts the chaos and embraces the moment. That said, a bit of preparation never hurt anyone, and there are plenty of useful items we wish we’d had on Disney trips from the past.
Fortunately, we’ve rounded up several of those products that make great gifts for someone going to Disney. Gift one, gift them all. And if you’re the one who’s Disney-bound, maybe even gift yourself!
1. This Minnie-Inspired Luggage Tag
This American Tourister Minnie Mouse Luggage Tag has taken countless Disney trips with us over the last few years, and it’s a perfect add-on for any carry-on or checked bag. The rubber design resists wear and tear, and there’s an ID insert on the back of the tag for writing in your personal info.
✨ And if you need another decorative element for your luggage, our purple Disney luggage sticker is the perfect add-on.
Go meta with your travel gear by sticking one of our Purple Disney Luggage Stickers on your journal, planner, or water bottle. All of our designs are die-cut, vinyl, and waterproof. Check out the full collection or find us over on Etsy.
2. These Travel Pouches That TSA Will Love You For
When it comes time to start packing your liquids and other applicants, we recommend this Bumkins Disney TSA-Approved Travel Pouch (Set of 3). Each of the three bags is adorned with Mickey emblems and see-through siding, and even the largest pouch is TSA-approved (holds up to one quart, or 57.8 cubic inches).
3. This Winnie the Pooh Bag You Can Put Your Wet Clothes In
Getting doused by Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is a ton of fun, but no one wants to cart around a wet Disney outfit post-ride. Fortunately, this Bumkins Disney Waterproof Wet Bag isn’t just for baby gear; the 100% polyester with embedded TPU is great for sweaty or stained clothes, too. It’s also hand- and machine-washable.
✨ Organizing your Disney Parks adventures is even easier when you use one of our Walt Disney World planners.
Head to the Park Hopper Planners shop on Etsy to purchase Disney World park day planners and food planners — for all 4 parks! (We also have ones for Disneyland.)
4. This Five-Pack of Winnie the Pooh Travel Bags
A fantastic gift for assisting your Disney Parks packing process, this Winnie the Pooh 5-Packing Cube Set has neat and tidy written all over it. The largest bag measures 17.5 x 13 x 4 inches (LWH) — ideal for clothing and bulkier cargo — while the smallest (8 x 6 x 3 inches) can accommodate most smartphones and bite-sized accessories. We also appreciate that all five bag exteriors are waterproof.
5. A Device to Prevent Other Devices From Dying
A fully-powered smartphone is pretty much a necessity in WDW, and a charger like this Anker PowerCore 10,000mAh Battery Pack is great at keeping all tech topped off. Available in white and black, it has two USB-C ports (one of which doubles as an input/output) and one USB-A. It’s also durable enough to be dropped from a 3.2-foot height.
6. A Sanitizer Misting Gadget Styled After the Mouse
We inevitably end up sick at the end of most Disney vacations, so we can’t recommend this Touchland 1 oz Wild Watermelon Hydrating Hand Sanitizer enough. The metal keyring makes it easy to attach it to everything from belt loops to bag straps, and who can deny how adorable the Mickey-themed case is?
7. A Wake-Up Call From Walt’s Finest
What better way to wake yourself than with this Lexibook Mickey Nighttime Alarm Clock? Not only will you have your pick of six alarm tones, but you’ll also be able to adjust the volume and display brightness. Just don’t forget to pay attention to the low battery indicator (the clock is powered by 3 AA batteries).
8. An Insulated Beverage Sipper
This Simple Modern 30 oz Water Bottle is a must for trekking around the Disney Parks in the heat. The insulated design keeps beverages cold and hot for hours, and the BPA-free straw lid fastens tight to prevent leaks and spills. It’s top rack-dishwasher-safe and cup holder-friendly, too.
✨ We have a water bottle-themed sticker for your water bottle.
Want to live on the edge? Purchase our Pink Disney Water Bottle Sticker (die-cut, vinyl, and waterproof) with Skyliner and Skyway gondolas on it, and put that sticker on your actual water bottle.
9. This Four-Pack of Mickey Hair Clips
When it’s time to clip your hair back, do it in style with this Bouniq Hair Claw Clip 4-Pack. Colors include ivory, deep blue, light pink, and ash pink. While these aren’t large enough to tie up a full head of hair, you can still achieve a polished half-up look with them.
10. A Ball Cap Homage to the Leader of the Club
A simple ball cap is the kind of Disney accessory you’ll wish you had when the sun is beating down on Magic Kingdom. This Disney Mickey Mouse Baseball Cap comes in a few colors, and the Big M himself is embroidered right on the front.
👉 Speaking of the heat, check out our guide to staying cool at Disney World.
11. A Memory Keeper Carl and Ellie Would Be Proud Of
This Up-inspired Our Adventure Book Photo Album is the perfect tome for treasuring Disney memories. Measuring 10 inches wide and 7 inches tall, it’s a great size for 4 x 6 instant film photos, and you’ll have 40 sheets of paper to work with (counting both the front and back).
12. A Customizable Crossbody Bag
Last but not least is this official Disney Mickey Minnie Crossbody Bag. Its two interior pockets are great for hanging onto credit cards, a phone, and other small accessories. We also love that the 56-inch strap can be removed so that you can wear the bag as a crossbody, shoulder purse, or around the waist.
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