15 Things You're Forgetting to Pack for Disney World

[@metallicnole4514]

I enjoy watching these videos when I can on my lunch break. Sometimes work is not the happiest place on earth

[@dfbbreea]

Glad we can be there for you to make it just a little more magical ✨ Hang in there!

[@MAG_380]

honestly same

[@edamae71]

I do the extract same thing LOL!

[@LiLTailormade]

THIS VIDEO IS SO CLUTCH, I literally leave for Disney World tomorrow! 😁

[@tropicalxari]

Lucky! I just got back and I neeeedd to go again

[@jbmiller3280]

Take a small ‘sham wow’ that you can use to dry off the raincoat before stuffing it back in your small park sling bag.

[@cassrmorris]

My number one must-pack: Hydrocolloid bandages! They are essential for both preventing and treating blisters. If you're starting to get one, these things take away the pain ENTIRELY and allow you to keep walking. But I tend to slap them on pre-emptively in the places I know I'm prone to getting blisters even with good, worn-in shoes, guaranteeing a pain-free 25000 steps a day! 😅

[@meganallday]

I can highly recommend leukotape as well. I do long distance hiking in humid heat waves and it’s a life saver. It stays on through sweat, dirt, swimming, heat, etc etc etc. it prevents blisters and protects them. Works for wounds. And is also used as a sports tape. It’s pricy but a roll lasts forever. I should get paid for this plug lol can’t say enough good things about it.

[@bigbrotherbuddha]

I appreciate the fact you mentioned blankets... I always bring a blanket with me because (A) there is a certain level of comfort that comes from something familiar/from home and being autistic, there are also certain fabrics that bring us comfort while others may bring us anxiety or discomfort. Having that "security blanket" is definitely a must bring! And (B) depending on where you stay, some blankets may be too light or too heavy... so having your own "just right" blanket is essential for sleeping. And yes, a white noise machine or an ambient noise/music app is also very helpful.

[@TheFreepeople21]

Any advice for a child who has autism going on a plane? Or any advice to help him not have a meltdown on the plane? (If possible)

[@bigbrotherbuddha]

@@TheFreepeople21 - It's different for each individual on the spectrum... for me, even as an adult, having a plushy toy or a blanket helps because of the familiar feels. Also, noise canceling headphones because it can be loud on an airplane help as well. (And gum to prevent one's ears from popping!) It's difficult to say what works and what doesn't work, especially for a first time flyer, best of luck to you and your family.

[@TheFreepeople21]

@@bigbrotherbuddhathank you!

[@judibickford5306]

Mega Babe Thigh Rescue was a MUST. Applied it to wherever I would chafe. Kept it in my parkbag, BUT I didn't need to re-apply.

[@disneydona9707]

Another great option to store things at Disney is the Owners locker. You store all of your toiletries and items like that in it and they will store for you and deliver and pick up from your resort during your vacation. It’s really a great option for not having to bring a whole bunch of stuff on the airplane, and we have been using it for years

[@lirr408]

I love the Owner's Locker. I do not have to pack as much.

[@disneydona9707]

@@lirr408 Amen to that!!!

[@christopherboydandmartinsc9322]

Moleskin is a must; a true lifesaver.

[@waveringtripod3227]

It’s funny because me and my gf have been watching your videos for about 2 months now counting down our trip to Disney. Then you release this video and we are going to Disney tomorrow. Perfect timing!!

[@dfbbreea]

Have so much fun!!

[@amybeth323]

I used packing cubes, which then came out of the suitcase and organized on the bench in our room. The suitcase then became my laundry hamper. Then when it was time to pack up, all I had to do was zip up the cubes and throw them back in the suitcase on top of the laundry. Made life so much easier at 3 a.m. when we had to leave to catch our flight.

[@amydoran9987]

I use the Frog togg cooling towel. I use one on every trip. I just used one for my July trip. The temps were 96 degrees plus and it worked great.

[@eliseihle4574]

I took a makeup organiser for the first time last time, so much easier than fumbling through a bag every day! And laundry bags are great because we just take the whole bag to the laundry. Also done the ziplock outfit idea, can vouch!

[@carolineodom6420]

Yay! I literally got my suitcase out yesterday for my trip next week, so great timing on this video! 😄

[@dfbbreea]

Huzzah!!!

[@afairytalelife_style]

We use elderberry gummies for immune support leading up to a trip and during. The taste was much better for my kiddos than airborne or Emergence and they seemed to work great! No sickness during the end of school madness or in the vacation.

[@kd-CarvingAway]

Don't forget the extra prescription glasses!

[@krystynarohde9005]

Yup. And I always leave them in the room, not the park bag, in case something happens to my bag for some strange reason

[@christopherboydandmartinsc9322]

Definitely a good tip! I cannot see anything without my glasses. I had a strap for the crazier rides like rock n roller coaster, and my ride pictures usually showed me holding my glasses to my face so I didn’t lose them.

[@derekk2300]

Yup or extra contact lenses too.. never know

[@Spiff99]

Great tip! On our last trip, during the morning of our day in Hollywood Studios, my daughter lost her glasses on the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster. She has a very hard time seeing without glasses. Ended up taking a Lyft to Eyeglass World and they made her two new pairs in about 30 minutes (they rushed it) after we got a hold of our optometrist for the prescription. Still took about 4-5 hours out of the day to take care of it it (went somewhere else first that normally does make glasses same day, but that particular location did not). We now make sure to bring an extra pair with us for all of us that do need glasses. The glasses lost on the ride weren't recovered, but my other daughter whom lost her Magicband at the same time/ride was recovered and Disney mailed it to us later on.

[@christopherboydandmartinsc9322]

@@Spiff99 I was so scared of losing my glasses. Was your daughter wearing a glasses strap?

[@kristinavalcarce2404]

About those nightlights -- don't forget to bring them home with you! We left a nightlight plugged in at the Grand Californian on our last trip. It wasn't very expensive so we didn't bother to contact Disney about it.

[@dfbbreea]

Oh no! 😫

[@marissanwalsh]

Great timing! We leave on Thursday morning. Can’t wait! Been watching your videos for months to prepare. ❤

[@maisieharrison5819]

Leaving soon!!! So excited to get back to my happy place

[@birbluv9595]

Have a terrific trip!

[@ninjaman1986]

Those earplugs are superb! I have bone conduction headphones so I can still hear out into the world but sometimes my music or podcast I listen to is too soft spoken for the loud world around me. Earplugs have saved my sanity.

[@BryanEisenhart-yr4qd]

As far as sleep aids go, I usually use a 12 hour ambient nois KZbin video that plays the bridge sounds from Star Trek The Next Generation. It puts me to sleep within 15 minutes and I end up dreaming I’m on the Enterprise. Also, Amazon has some great power banks that fit easily in my cargo shorts. I recommend getting one that has a 50,000 miliamp charge. I used one in the parks when I would livestream. Make sure you plug that in overnight so you get a full charge in the parks.

[@jackiehoward7300]

AJ, I thought of some items that would be helpful for a flight. For example, a small pack of crayons and a coloring book, a notebook and some stickers, or puzzle books would be helpful.

[@dfbbreea]

Absolutely!

[@megany0510]

I've used Emergen-C before and it works GREAT! Thank you for recommending it to stay healthy!

[@birbluv9595]

Okay, for older people - do bring face masks, like in pandemic days. I’ve had two friends about 60 years old get it recently. One (he has COPD) ended up in the hospital for 30 days and almost died. He still has problems breathing. The other did okay but he passed it on to his cat who has respiratory issues and the cat died. Also - wear Hoka Bondi 8 shoes. And of course a second pair, maybe Brooks, when you need to switch your shoes out. AJ is absolutely right about extra socks and underwear. Also, if you like, little gifts for cast members or other guests that you meet in a line or wherever. I make rose sachets from roses in my garden, and after I distribute them i have more room in my suitcase for souvenirs! Also, bubble wrap and tape in case you buy something breakable. One last thing - yes, you can get cheaper ponchos and jackets and sweatshirts off property, but the Disney stuff is very high quality. I am still using a sweatshirt and sweatpants i bought in Epcot in 2017 when it was a lot colder than i expected, and a fleecy jacket i got in HS early this year when the temperature got frigid during the wait before Fantasmic. These were beautiful and the crowd bought the store out - and later in my trip i saw people wearing those jackets and knew they’d been in HS for Fantasmic the same night i was!

[@nopeyoudontgotit4966]

Three people in our party came back from Disney with Covid. It’s been three weeks and I’m still trying to recover my smell and taste. It was awful

[@birbluv9595]

@@nopeyoudontgotit4966 i am so sorry. This new version is very contagious and has more severe effects than earlier versions, and I understand it has a propensity to cause long Covid. And the new vaccine won’t be out for a month!

[@paul16451]

I keep most of these items in my owners locker so I don't have to worry about packing them at home. Owners Locker is absolutely amazing for those who take trips every year or two. Less luggage overall and more space to bring home souvenirs!

[@SharonMorgan-gb9qe]

We always bring a lot of bandaids because we always get blister!

[@MichaellNichols]

A Florida grown favorite is packing a good ol Publix sub with Lemonade or sweet tea. Parents did this and til this day I swear by it!! Keeps you full and under $10

[@marciaanderson8924]

Thank you so much for the tips for Disney you were so right about so much .........thank you having an amazing time

[@Lovebug13]

Yayyyy I’m leaving next week so excited!!!!

[@irenea7987]

Fantastic List!!! Love it ❤

[@dfbbreea]

THANKS!!

[@claveauannie]

I bought rechargeable portable fan for our trip to miami before a cruise. These things last for a longer time than I thought. My sons used it all day long (not at max setting). I will for sure bring it to Disney

[@emilianoarreola718]

Perfect timing for this video to drop lol flying there tonight

[@dfbbreea]

Have fun!!

[@t_cheating8239]

I loved my collapsible containers.

[@mindys1198]

If you don't want to take safety scissors nail clippers work too for taking off tags, starting a tear on a hard to open bag or for a hangnail.....love taking nail clippers

[@vincent412l7]

AirTags broadcast its location to every device in range, which forwards it to everything in range, etc. That's how they work at those long ranges.

[@Rachellclouse]

Yall have excellent timing, I leave for Disney tomorrow!

[@dfbbreea]

Hooray!!!!!

[@mindyheraty3625]

A bottle of hand soap for your resort room if you aren’t a fan of the complimentary bar soap. Call me old fashioned but I also bring a small battery operated clock. Beats looking at your phone in the middle of the night to see the time and watching the clock while trying to rush out the door for rope drop.

[@jackwilkinson4911]

That's why I always bring my non-smart watch. Saves me the trouble of having to touch the screen on my Apple watch every time I want to check the time in the middle of the night

[@SharonMorgan-gb9qe]

I forgot to pack deodorant on my last trip to Disney! Lucky for us they sold some at the resort gift shop. 😅

[@dfbbreea]

Whew!! 🤣

[@wdwexploreandchill]

Happy Tuesday y’all! 🎉🎩🥂🌸😃

[@disabledisney]

I have an airtag for my wheelchair ever since mine got stolen at Disneyland Paris (and then appropriated by DLP) and it's so hilarious when I get the notification 'wheelchair left behind!' when I'm either sitting in it, or it's in the back of our car as we're driving home. With the airtag still safely in place xD Will definitely be getting some for our suitcases, though! Might also be getting snack guides for 2025 when they come out! Just so I don't miss any, hahah! ALSO WHY DIDNT I KNOW SUNSCREEN STUFF FOR YOUR SCALP EXISTS?? I've resorted to wearing caps and bucket hats to not burn my scalp, because using actual sunscreen makes it so greasy, and now I've learned there's another way???

[@spiritedreviewexc]

you do listen! *hearts in eyes* I love my metal straw. I hardly ever shop on Amazon anymore but i bring my straw with me EVERYWHERE! its metal so it can go in the dishwasher! (if your into that)

[@mymasmith7848]

Most of the stores at the resorts and parks have scissors. Just ask when you buy the hat with the strangely long tag, and they pull it out for you to use right then and there.

[@IOSARBX]

DFBGuide, cool content keep it up

[@dfbbreea]

Hey THANKS!

[@mymasmith7848]

Pre-buy your emergency ponchos, and one person carries them all in one of those lightweight inexpensive string bags, and only the ponchos. We rotate who is the emergency poncho carrier each day. The designated poncho carrier of the day. After the rain passes, they all get shoved back in the same bag. If you pre-buy nicer ponchos, you can hang them up in the shower area overnight to dry out. and refold in the morning.

[@shaymoney40]

Shower shoes are a must. If you know you know

[@christopherboydandmartinsc9322]

I must have a great immune system because I didn’t use hand sanitizer once. I showered once in the morning and once after the park day, and I wash my hands whenever I use the bathroom or eat, but other than that, I didn’t obsess about everything I touched. I never got sick.

[@3Gads]

One of the best ways to not got sick is to not pick and rub your mouth, eyes, nose, and ears after touching surfaces without sanitizing or washing your hands.

[@christopherboydandmartinsc9322]

@@3Gads eating right and exercising helps a lot as well.

[@treatyoself0972]

AirFly devices for the WIN! Bluetooth lifesavers for longhaul or any flight!

[@thunderfoot223]

AJ speaking of charging phones keep a few tooth picks on you. If the charging port on your phone seems not to work when you plug a cord in most likely there is lint or dirt in the port use a tooth pick to clean out the port . Over time when lint gets in the port and you push the plug in it compresses the lint and over time the plug won't make contact in the back of the port

[@nettesmith9278]

"Roast you like a baked potato" 😂☠️😂 I ❤ AJ!!! 😆

[@danielledecuir7735]

Love these videos. Can you do a packing list for Tokyo Disney?

[@donnajohnson4459]

Said it before. A foot cooling spray. Heaven at the end or middle of the day

[@asteria_kitty7711]

Just don't do what I've done and mix foot cooling spray with normal cooling spray!

[@t_wilson6923]

4 more days to go!

[@kaylabell5312]

Same!!!

[@candycemonroe7345]

Have fun! 🏰

[@janamracek2369]

I embarrassed myself on my last plane ride t Disney while playing “bridgerton” , when the intimate scenes were fully broadcasted on my iPad !

[@jackwilkinson4911]

I regretted not bringing reusable straws with me on both trips. Won't be making the same mistake on my next trip

[@katwaren3052]

I know you can’t bring alcoholic drinks into the parks. But what about buying it at the grocery store and having them in your room?

[@dfbbreea]

That’s fine!

[@katwaren3052]

Awesome thank you so much for answering!

[@sylviaesposito4757]

I have my suitcase is open and I’m packing today. Leave Sept. 1

[@dfbbreea]

So soon!!!

[@Jdub1005]

I got woken up at 630am last month by the grounds crew people using a power tool right outside my room. I was so mad! Who thinks that's ok to do anywhere before 7am?

[@birbluv9595]

I hate that! No sound before 7:30, I’d say! But i think they are trying to get work done before it gets too hot.

[@crabbypapa3862]

Visualizing everything mentioned, plus, normal things. Carrying a backpack with all that rain gear, dry cloth for glasses, water bottle, medicines, eating utensils, chargers, socks, underwear, snacks, umbrella, and not looking like an actual burro is So Much Fun!. Now let's talk about the luggage, including the kitchen sink. My issue is, why am I the one stuck with everything?

[@Ilovefall24]

Can your bring a plastic resuable knife in to disney world? If you did bring resuable utensils.

[@heymariat]

Are the sunscreens you showed in the First Aid Centers? That would be great as I want a clear spray sunscreen so I don’t stain my tshirts and wasn’t sure if I would be able to pick any up in airport or if I’d have to do an online order to the hotel.

[@DFBGuide]

They typically sell Coppertone sprays in the parks, we've seen the sport and baby versions

[@fitfighter24]

Hi AJ you keep suggesting in your videos to use Kroger delivery they have stopped servicing Florida quite a while back and shut down all the warehouse they had here in Florida don't know the reasoning but it's not an option anymore

[@DFBGuide]

Kroger is still doing delivery in the area! They don't have any storefronts, but they are definitely offering delivery services to most of Florida including Disney resorts

[@fitfighter24]

I don't get it then why here in Miami did they close their distribution centers and cancelled Kroger delivery memberships here there was even an email that went out that Kroger delivery was discontinuing all service in Florida

[@williamwehmeier443]

Ever use Relief Bands?

[@CritterKeeper01]

@DFBGuide You say "Aleve cream" but show an Advil cream. Did you mis-speak or were you unable to find a picture of the Aleve version?

[@yoshigirl5760]

so r y saying if i go 2 Disney world in october the nights will be cold?

[@CookieOwls]

"having a extra pair of cheap sunglasses" cries in wears glasses and needs prescription sunnies 😭😭

[@flotick6441]

Hi. i made the musical penguins of Madagascar. each penguin has a sound brick. support it on LEGO Ideas if you like it.

[@allegrabroft3172]

My dad snores 😂!

[@FletchyMcFletch]

TIL that AJ and Brea are wiping down their ride harnesses with Lysol wipes while the CMs are loading the ride and doing the safety check. :) cmon!

[@dfbbreea]

A clean harness is a HAPPY harness! 😂 (But in all seriousness, we definitely never do anything that’d slow down the CM’s job! Just a quick wipe down of my hands post-ride will do the trick, too!)

[@Marian70V3]

I have a metal straw... Can I take it to the parks??

[@dfbbreea]

Yes! You just might wanna take it out of your park bag and hold it in front of you before you walk through security - otherwise it could trigger the security sensors and cause you to go through a more thorough bag check procedure.

[@Marian70V3]

@@dfbbreea Thank you so much!!!

[@daisycocoa2557]

I love paper straws. Very retro!❤

[@jackwilkinson4911]

Yeah, but downside to paper straws is how easily soggy they get and they tend to spoil the taste of drinks a little. Scientific studies have also shown that paper straws are more likely to cause cancer than plastic ones

[@kellyoyen3421]

Has anyone played the game Garbage? That would be a fun card game to play while flying

[@dfbbreea]

YES! It’s so easy, too!

[@kellyoyen3421]

@@dfbbreea 👍👍

[@Tasdanian]

🗣️WHY CANT SOCKS JUST STAY WHERE THEY ARE 📢

[@dfbbreea]

THEY ARE A PAIN

[@birbluv9595]

🤣😂😂

[@melanietarlton7289]

Where is the medical bag from?

[@Gamers_Curse]

I am planning to go to Disney World for 2 weeks to do all the rides, do you have any tips or tricks to save money and to skip wait lines in less than £9000 Im staying at Art Of Animation btw

[@tufab3494]

It's impossible to stay 2 full weeks while paying much less than 9k... But I think 1 full week (6 or 7 days) is already enough for you to ride everything at WDW. Use the rest of the time and money to go to Universal, otherwise you'll be throwing your money in the garbage can

[@teresanorris4769]

9000 pounds is almost $12,000 US.

[@teresanorris4769]

There are lots of hints here. Watch all the videos.

[@DeborahDixon-k5h]

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[@YeatesBoyd]

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[@Orlak3lly]

Please do a video like this for non Americans

[@mishmosh73]

Refillable water... but is it tap water? Because I'd rather spend a truckload on a supply of better water.

[@DT-kl7uf]

Best Germ Defense????? just stay home if you are that scared. Also, quit driving your car if you are driving at 10 and 2. Seriously, you body is made to protect. Try to enjoy our life folks. Dont be a big kitty! Thanks AJ! :) And yes Swamp crotch is for real....Keep clean folks....please

[@slowazzd2165]

I'm assuming you didn't wear a mask during covid 🙄