Budget with Becky: Doing Disney on a Dime

Get ready to do Disney on a budget! Becky breaks down some different ways to visit the Most Magical Place on Earth without breaking the bank. From finding affordable accommodations and dining options to making the most of free or affordable activities and entertainment, she offers practical advice to help you plan a budget-friendly trip to Walt Disney World. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a Disney veteran looking to save some money on your next trip, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you make the most of your Disney vacation budget.

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Family of 4 (2 adults, 2 kids ages 3-9)

• as inexpensive as possible
• Tickets $400-600 pp depending on pkg & dates Total: $1,600-$2,400 - we're basing our numbers on the lower cost 4-Park Magic Tickets
• Based on pricing for 9/15-9/19/24

Rosen Inn International $73/night ($396 total)

• Basic motel room
• Safe & clean
• Groceries $70
• 2 QS meals/day $336-416
• Snacks $6 pp/day = $96
• Total food for 4 days $502-582
• Parking $120
• Total $2,698

Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa $130/night +property fee ($698.28 total)

• 2 bedroom suite
• Full kitchen
• Fun pool
• Washer/dryer
• Groceries $150 
• 1 QS meal/day $168-208 total
• Snacks $96
• Total food cost $414-454
• Parking $120
• Total: $2,863.28

Air B&B $125/night $742 total

• 3 bedrooms
• Private Pool
• 30 min from Disney
• Entire House
• Groceries $150
• 1 QS/day $168-208 
• Snacks $96
• Total food costs $414-454
• Parking $120
• Total $2,916

All Star Sports 

• Room & 4 Day Package with Quick Service Dining Plan - $3,436.64
• Groceries - $40 (cereal, fruit, some snacks, water, juice boxes)
• Milk at the food court - $5 for 2 low-fat milks total $20
• Total: $3,496.64

Other factors to consider

• Driving vs flying
• Tickets will be cheaper if you are a FL resident
• If flying, car rental or ground transport
• if grandparents tag along, you can get a 3 bedroom at Lake Buena Vista Resort Village and Spa for about $30 more a night and share the room cost. 
• Time of year/ deals being offered