Welcome to a series of articles I will be writing about prepping for a trip to WDW. This series is just a jumper of ideas that pop into my head when traveling to WDW. In preparing for a runDisney trip on January 6, I have already started packing while folding this morning’s batch of laundry.
So with that, I present to you my random thoughts on packing for WDW:
1: Take a Picture of your checked luggage:
This might seem strange since you know what bag you are taking, but go with me here. Twice Magical Express has sent my bag home on an earlier flight. I waited and waited, yet no bag dropped. When I went to the airline baggage office I was asked what my bag looked like. I showed them the picture along with the claim check. It turned out my bag was in one of their closets. The lady helping me said she wished everyone would take a picture of their bag because seeing the picture of my luggage tag helped her find the bag faster. In this case it was the best thing I could have done for myself.
2: Pack singles in your carry-on and wallet:
In this world of apple pay, credit card points, and debit cards, cash is not used as much. I for one hardly use cash anymore and, as a result I have been in the embarrassing situation of not being able to tip the Magical Express driver , valet driver, or the bell man. Putting singles on your packing list will help avoid such embarrassing situations.
3: The best way to save space while packing, the Skivvy Roll:
This one is just practical. Who wants to risk breaking a zipper on their luggage due to over packing? This will clear up space in the long run. Refer to the direction here to learn how to make a Skivvy Roll. Also here’s a video.
Well that’s it for now. Do you have any travel tips? Let me know in the comments below.
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