Pin trading is an inexpensive way to have fun and interact with Disney Cast Members! When we first tried pin trading in 2008, Ashley loved it. At first she was really shy and wanted us to ask for pins, but after a day or so she got used to it and was quickly on a mission for all the “baby” Disney Characters. Read more
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Thrifty Thursday: Guilt-Free Tours
I visit Disney World a lot. But it never feels like a lot because, during each visit, I find something new and exciting to explore or discover. Recently, I experienced my first Disney tour–Segway Around the World Tour–and I’m super excited to try some of the other offerings.
But I’m not made of money, which is why I was so excited to discover that Disney’s tours are available at a range of price points, from insanely expensive to reasonably priced to free. Yes, free.
Is there anything thriftier than free? (Staying home, I guess … but that’s not any fun.) Read more
Thrifty Thursday: All You Care To Cheap
Surprise! I’m writing about breakfast again.
Here’s the premise: it’s expensive. Especially if you’re looking for a buffet that’ll offers lots of options for your hungry troops. Take a look at these numbers (adult prices listed): Read more
Thrifty Thursday: Eat This, Not That for Breakfast at the Resort Hotels
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 Polynesian
The 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
Thrifty Thursday: Eat This, Not That for Dessert in Downtown Disney
Today, for our last walk around Downtown Disney, we’re going in search of low cost desserts. Talk about a sweet ending!
Cheesecake
The 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