Bag at DL?

[SL6827]

Best to go bag free at DL?

 

[BrianL]

Best to go bag free at DL?

People bring bags, but I personally prefer not to. I don't like to worry deal with bag check nor lug it around. For me, if it won't fit in a pair of cargo shorts, it's not coming with me.

 

[SL6827]

People bring bags, but I personally prefer not to. I don't like to worry deal with bag check nor lug it around. For me, if it won't fit in a pair of cargo shorts, it's not coming with me.

Ok, good. We will be bag free then. I've done it at DW before and loved it. Avoiding bag check would be a plus too.

 

[Disney4Ever!]

Best to go bag free at DL?

If you can do that and make it work, that would be ideal. Just 1 less thing to keep up with. Also keep in mind that you can rent a locker if you do decide to bring a bag (for something you may not need all day like a picnic lunch or something like that). Inside the park, lockers are available for $7 and $10 per day. Outside the park (Esplanade), lockers are available for $7, $10, $12 and $15 per day. You get unlimited access throughout the day to the lockers. What I use inside the park is a crossbody sling bag. It's hands free and doesn't get in my way. I like having the sling bag for my snacks, water bottle, pocketbook, phone, etc.

 

[wendlle]

I've gone without before but prefer to have one with me now.
I drink a lot of water so like to have my own drink bottle, I am very pale so need sunscreen and I also get cold easily so need a light cardigan.
It's always easier without a bag but taking one is easy at DL resort, you can take it on all the rides without an issue.

 

[LKing]

Most of the time there are not bag free security lines so it doesn't speed things up significantly. If you have a phone and wallet, you will need to go through security and empty your pockets.

If you have a bag, security at Disneyland asks for you to open and unzip all of the compartments while before you get to the security agent. I had to do a bag check at WDW and security got mad at me for unzipping my bag. Maybe they thought I was trying to take something out.

 

[evilmommie]

It depends on how you roll. I always like to have a small crossbody on at the very least to hold my key, cards, a few necessities like lip balm & mints.

Sometimes I step it up with a small backpack to carry a light jacket and snacks. I’m not a fan of running all the way back to a locker, as that can take precious time away from whatever Dland trouble I might be getting myself into.

 

[SL6827]

Bummer there's no bag free line to check in. Oh well.

 

[LKing]

Bummer there's no bag free line to check in. Oh well.

Where are you staying? I've heard people report intermittent use of bag free lines at the Disney hotels, but it doesn't seem to be regular or consistent.

 

[SL6827]

Where are you staying? I've heard people report intermittent use of bag free lines at the Disney hotels, but it doesn't seem to be regular or consistent.

We would be at the HJ across the street.

 

[LAS2AMS]

Where are you staying? I've heard people report intermittent use of bag free lines at the Disney hotels, but it doesn't seem to be regular or consistent.

They had a bag free line Saturday at the parking garages - first time I saw that in ages.

 

[LKing]

They had a bag free line Saturday at the parking garages - first time I saw that in ages.

Wow! Where was it?

 

[LAS2AMS]

Wow! Where was it?

The furthest line to the right. They had a couple signs directing people toward them. They were allowing purses through, so not completely bag free, but a nice alternative.

 

[Kit Jackson]

I take a small crossbody bag into the park with me. It's the same kind of bag I use in my regular life. That way, if I want/need something, it's right there and I do not have to go back to a locker. Also, my water bottle has a carabiner clip on it, so I can clip my water bottle to my bag. It means I can carry my water bottle hands free and have easy access to it without taking a bag off or opening a bag.

 

[MonocularVision]

I used to carry a full backpack but have recently switched to this crossbody bag and absolutely love it.

 

[AlohaNow]

For DL we like to pack a backpack and then stow it in a locker off Main Street. We'll go back later in the day to store anything we buy, change shoes, and maybe grab that extra layer for the evening.

 

[irlandaise]

I used to carry a full backpack but have recently switched to this crossbody bag and absolutely love it.

Do you have to take it off for rides that have lap bars, or can you just scoot it up out of the way while it's still secured around your shoulder?

 

[DizMe]

I like to have a bag. I'm a big fan of my backpack purse--it's small, easy to carry around, and can hold all the little items I like to have with me as well as my travel wallet and phone. I take lip balm, purse-sized brush, rubber bands, some ziplocs, a pen, a sharpie (if I have a gift card so I can note the balance), mints, and maybe some small snacks.

 

[Tinkaboo]

Yes, going bag-free at Disneyland is convenient. You don’t have to wait in the bag check line, it’s easier to move around, and there’s less hassle. If you can manage with just your phone, money, and MagicBand – it’s better without a bag. But if you need water, snacks, or personal items – take a small one

But there isn't a bag free line at DL...at least not from Harbor entrance...you can get through faster for sure but you still have to wait your turn. It would be nice if they did that but alas...

 

[Tinkaboo]

I like to have a bag. I'm a big fan of my backpack purse--it's small, easy to carry around, and can hold all the little items I like to have with me as well as my travel wallet and phone. I take lip balm, purse-sized brush, rubber bands, some ziplocs, a pen, a sharpie (if I have a gift card so I can note the balance), mints, and maybe some small snacks.

Ditto for me...can't go wrong with a Lougefly although I've grown fond of this guy...Pooh liked him too! Plus he's a good companion!