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Disney Has a Lot Going On This Year (And It’s Easy to Miss the Good Stuff)

January 10, 2026

Refurbished rooms at the Polynesian Village Resort at Walt Disney World Resort

If you’ve been thinking that 2026 is the year you finally take that Disney vacation, this is for you. Walt Disney World already has some really great deals and perks. And they’re making a big difference for families who know how to use them. Most people I talk to aren’t actively planning yet. They’re just starting to think, “Maybe this is the year we finally do it.” And…

Disney Dining• Planning 101• Saving For A Vacation• Vacation Budgeting• Walt Disney World

How to Stay on Budget While Eating at Walt Disney World

July 3, 2025

Let’s talk about how to keep your Walt Disney World food budget from totally ruining your plans. I’m heading to Walt Disney World solo soon for a work trip. And while it’s short timing, I’m doing something I always recommend families do way before they go. I need to figure out how much I’m actually going to spend on food. Ideally, you’d do this months—or even a year—before…

Planning 101• Saving For A Vacation• Vacation Budgeting• Vacation Planner

5 Simple Tips To Stay Within Budget On Your Disney Vacation

October 7, 2024

Woman smiling while holding up a sign that says "Wish you were here - Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort."

When you’re planning a Disney vacation, sticking to a budget can feel like a big challenge. And with the latest study showing that a shocking 45% of families are going into debt to go to Walt Disney World, it’s natural to feel like going to Disney on a budget is impossible. But, no one should be going into debt to go on vacation! With a little planning and…

Planning 101• Saving For A Vacation• Travel Tips

How To Easily Budget For Your Next Vacation

January 6, 2024

When it comes to travel, the mere mention of a “vacation budget” can bring out a rollercoaster of emotions. If you’ve ever said the sentence, “I can’t afford to take a vacation,” you’re definitely not alone. Statistics say that 74% of Americans have gone into debt to pay for a vacation. No wonder the idea of planning a vacation can seem like giant, stressful task. Luckily, it doesn’t have…

Saving For A Vacation• Travel Tips• Vacation Budgeting• Vacation Planner

7 Ways Your Vacation Budget Gets Out Of Control

September 20, 2023

woman with her head on the desk and an open wallet with no money inside

Vacations are a wonderful way to unwind and explore new places. But, without proper budgeting and financial discipline, your vacation expenses can easily spiral out of control. Before you swear off vacations forever, let’s look at the 7 most common ways that your vacation budget gets out of control and how to not let this happen to you. Not Enough Planning So, I’m currently in the middle of…

Disney Cruise Line• Disney Destinations• Planning 101• Saving For A Vacation• Travel Tips• Vacation Budgeting• Vacation Planner

The Hidden Costs Of Sailing With The Disney Cruise Line

September 3, 2022

I understand the frustration you feel when you book a cruise, just to later be hit with a list of hidden costs you didn’t budget for. It’s not a good feeling, right? In some cases, these hidden costs come in the surprise of how much they actually cost. Other times, they’re things that you didn’t even know had a price tag attached to them. Either way, you should…

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