It may seem pretty obvious, but one thing they never tell you about booking your Disney World vacation is that the prices change throughout the year. Duh, right? Every tourist destination has it’s busy season and its off season.
The thing about Disney World is that their pricing seasons don’t always make immediate sense. And it fluctuates often and somewhat wildly. Read more
When you’re heading toward an early morning rope drop and a full day in the Parks, breakfast truly is the most important meal of the day. Of course, the quickest, easiest way to save on breakfast is to bring your own from home: breakfast bars, coffee-maker oatmeal, yogurt and things like that. But if, like me, you need something warm and full of protein to make it through the day, here are some ways to save cash before you hit the resort bus stop.
Tonga Toast at The PolynesianThe Expensive Version
At the Kona Café, they’ll serve you a delicious plate of Tonga Toast with a side of meat for $12.99.
The Less-Expensive Version
Downstairs at Captain Cook’s, you can get a delicious plate of the sweet sourdough toast (without the meat) for only $5.19.
Potential Savings: $7.80 Read more
Today, for our last walk around Downtown Disney, we’re going in search of low cost desserts. Talk about a sweet ending!
CheesecakeThe Expensive Version
At Wolfgang Puck Café, the rich, creamy cake is topped with bruleed sugar for $7.95.
The Less-Expensive Version
For a white chocolate raspberry version of the New York classic, head to Cap’n Jack’s and fork over $5.49.
The Least-Expensive Version
At Wolfgang Puck Express, you can get a vanilla bean-flavored slice for only $5.
Potential Savings: $2.95 Read more
In my previous article about spreading the magic while visiting Disney, I talked about Cast Member Thank You cards. Now that I am only 19 days from being on my way back to the happiest place on earth, I was happy to use part of my weekend to get these joy spreaders ready to go too. I made some regular princess-themed cards as well as these cute ones for our night at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party. Read more
All of the current promotions for Walt Disney World are noted below. In addition, be sure to check out the sales at DisneyStore.com and both Hotels.com and Travelocity have some super promotions too.
Buying Disney items at home BEFORE your Disney trip is a great way to save money.
DisneyStore.com has a Special Offers page that lists some great deals that may be perfect for some pre-trip “souvenirs”. Be sure to check it out. 
Remember to also take a look at the discounts on all kinds of Disney items at the official Disney Outlet online.
And you can still save $25 when you become a Disney Rewards Visa Cardmember at DisneyStore.com (** See special Disney promotion below for Disney Visa cardmembers!)
Travelocity Special Promotions
Travelocity has two new promotions this week that you may want to take a look at. Note the dates that each offer ends.
Be a Kid Again in the Sunshine State. Orlando Getaways From $299 from Travelocity! Offer ends 6/30.
They also have a great deal on car rentals: Get up to 33% off Weekend Rentals from National! Offer ends 6/30!
Hotels.com Special Promotions
Hotels.com’s Family Sale offers savings up to 40% on a number of “family friendly” locations including a number of great properties near Disneyland in Anaheim, as well as the popular Sheraton Vistana near Walt Disney World.Please note that this promotion expires 7/5/10