subject: Make Your Disney World Vacation Affordable - 4 Tips for Saving Money by:Clare Swindlehurst [print this page] If you're dreaming of taking your kids to Disney World this year you might be wondering how you can make the vacation as affordable as possible. The good news is that if you know where to look there are a number of ways that you can save money on your Disney vacation.
1. Travel during value season
The easiest way to save money on your vacation is to visit during the value or off peak season. At certain times of the year Disney offers value rates at it's Resort hotels offering considerable savings. The other bonus to travelling during these off peak seasons is that the crowds are lower meaning you can see and do more during your stay.
2. Stay offsite
Another alternative is to stay in a hotel in the surrounding area. Kissimmee, Lake Buena Vista and International Drive are all within a few miles of the Disney World Resort and you can find rooms for less than $69 a night.
If there are more than three people in your party you might want to consider renting a private home in the Kissimmee area. You'll have much more space without spending a lot more than you would for a hotel room, and with kitchen facilities you can save money on eating during your vacation. Many homes also come with private pools, perfect for cooling off after a day at the parks.
3. Use a Disney Vacation Planner
It is possible to seek out discounts on the Internet but one of the best ways to save money when booking your vacation is to use a Disney vacation planner. These agents have access to the latest Disney World discounts and will help you book your vacation at no extra charge to you. Better still if a discount becomes available after you have booked your trip they can apply it to your booking and save you even more money!
4. Save money on your park tickets
Many people waste hundreds of dollars on their themepark tickets because they don't take the time out to think about what they actually want to do on vacation. The ticket options can appear confusing at first but once you understand the pick and mix approach it is possible to tailor a ticket that suits your family's plans without wasting your money.
There you have it, four ways you can save money and make your dream Disney World vacation more affordable.
