bag for the parks

[tiedye82]

What is the easiest thing to carry your stuff around in? I'm sure there won't be much besides wallets, phones, cameras, that sorta thing. What i can take that I will be able to bring on the rides with me?

 

[Mickey1Fan]

I use a small backpack. It holds everything. I make sure that my wallet and tickets are at the bottom and camera, water and phone are on top for easy access. I put it on backwards (i.e. on my chest) on rides. It also limits what I take with me because it is small.

 

[indsun]

Same. I use a small backpack. I still have the one i used last year. And i am using it this year small enough for everything but not a pain to carry around including the rides.

 

[Simba22]

I also use a backpack. The only ride I couldn't bring it on was Soarin' but they put it next to the wall and since you come down in the same spot, it's right there when I get back. I use a regular size backpack though because we put souvenirs we buy in it.

 

[Disney4Drew]

A Baggallini, of course!

 

[SnoopyDancer]

I used a messenger type bag that I found at Gap with the back to school stuff. It was nice because it had five pockets in the front that I could store my camera, sunglasses, etc. in.

Most of the rides have compartments for you to put stuff in. Even Soarin' has a compartment underneath the seat that small bags will fit in. If yours won't fit, they will put it next to the ride. My bag wouldn't fit in the compartment on Expedition Everest, but I was able to put the strap around my leg and keep the bag between my legs and the seat. It worked without any problems. I did the same when I rode Space Mtn.

 

[Amyg]

I bought a small Ameribag on the recommendation of several other ladies who have travelled with them and it worked out great for me. They have tons of pockets for everything; the thing I packed were wallet, camera in it's small case, extra camera battery and card, 4x6 booklet, park map, pen & paper, water bottle, 5 packs of towelettes, and when I went indoors I put my visor and sunglasses in it as well.

I was able to bring it on all rides. You can wear it on your shoulder like a regular handbag or sling it over to wear it in the front or back. It's called a "healthy bag" and they do sell these at some hospitals as well. It's around $65 depending on the type of fabric you select but I bought a brand new microfiber Ameribag from ebay for $34 including shipping!

Ameribag also has a website you can take a look at all the sizes and colors they come in. Good luck!

 

[Em_in_FL]

We try to travel light... with two little kids... 2 umbrella strollers and one standard backpack (whatever... I think we have a jansport from Target)... that we use for everything... diapers, backup clothes, camera, water, everything.

It's easier on your back with two straps (you can strain your back with a bag on one shoulder)...

 

[ZoZo]

I switch back and forth between a small backpack (when I want to bring a denim shirt as an extra layer) and a fanny pack.

Depends on whether you want to travel very lightly (some people just wear cargo shorts and pack their items in the pockets!) or carry more stuff with you.

If you decide to get a backpack, I suggest you load it up with the things you want to tote around and then put it on and carry it around for a while. I tried this with the first backpack I purchased, and was soooo glad I did - the straps dug in uncomfortably when it was loaded up, so I returned it and got a different one. Problem solved!

 

[amwhitaker]

I found a great messenger bad at AK in November that is the perfect size, not big not too small.

 

[tiedye82]

thanks for all the excellent feedback so far. I'm glad to see that most rides you can bring bags on. I think my main concern is the Rock & Roller Coaster. . does anyone know how you can handle a bag on that one with all its loops?

 

[Not so Dumbo]

If you bring a backpack, I would recommend that it have different compartments. This will make getting through security much faster. You won't have to unload everything.

 

[HMHunters]

I put mine on the floor and put my leg through the handle. I do the same thing for lots of rides. Just tuck it between your leg and the seat.

 

[Melisa1]

I use a small backpack and put everything in a ziploc bag so camera's etc... won't get wet on water rides. Plus it makes it easier to just pull the bag out of my backpack for security to see.

 

[lynninpa]

Old Navy has great canvas back packs-perfect for Disney!

 

[goofinoff]

Backpack all the way! so easy!!

 

[Scraper]

I always carry a good size back pack for change of coths if we get wet, tylenol, hand sanitizer, poncho, and so on I ride rockin rollercoaster with it and all the rides my DH always sticks his camara in it when we ride. I do put my leg through the staps and hold it tight under my feet on the rockin rollercoaster.

 

[christygobar]

I just ordered a Baggallini bag today for my trip - hope it's as good as everyone has said! Although I didn't order the lime one... hehe

 

[zuzu310]

Another vote for the Ameribag Healthy Back Bag. I have a small which is a perfect size. You can look at them on LLbean.com. There is a microfiber one on sale under the New to Sale Section>Luggage. It was $19.95. I got mine and I love it!

 

[iggbees]

my timbuk2 metro bag! i love it! i didn't realize until now that it is actually dis lime green in the middle! haha!