Disney Prices

[DisneyFan1980]

Hi everyone. This is my mom's name but I am a teenager trying to plan about how much money I will need for souvenirs for my friends and in the books that we have, they list the stores but not the average prices. So I was wondering if anyone can give me prices for cheap but fun souvenirs that my teen friends might enjoy. Thanks!

 

[DizBelle]

I have bought these little magnets with characters on them that were $1.50 each. I've bought pen sets that were about $10 (6 in the set). There are also little post it pads you can get that run about $3.50. There are various candy items you can get that, if you split it between your friends, might be economical. Keychains can be as cheap as $3.50. Pins are plentiful and the cheapest of them is $6.50.

How many friends are you wanting to get a souvenir for and what is your total budget? That information may help others come up with really cool ideas.

 

[Cindy'sCastle]

I've bought the pen sets and split them up between my friends and family for souveniers. I usually look for something that I can split up and give as little individual gifts.

Cindy

 

[DisneyFan1980]

Thank you both for the advice. I have probably 20 friends including cousins, but not other family. I do work and am trying to save at least 250 dollars. That is my goal anyway. The idea of splitting things up is very helpful. I want to get as much as I can out of my money and yet get worthwhile merchandise.

 

[LovesDoomBuggies]

I used to get my close friends Mickey ears with their names embroidered on them! I don't remember how much they are, but they're pretty economical and the embroidery is free. And it's fun to watch.

 

[swilphil]

The Mickey ears are $6 to $7. To really save money on souveniers, go to the Disney Store BEFORE your trip when they are having a clearance sale. I have gotten t-shirts for $5 .

 

[DisneyFan1980]

I have also thought about mickey ears for some of my closer friends. I have actually never had them for myself so I thought that it would be a good idea as something for me and my friends to share. As for the disney store, I would love to be able to do that but since we live in a rural area, the closest Disney store is over three hours away. Which is sad because it is my favorite store of all time! Thanks again for the advice and I am always open to more ideas!

Rachel

 

[Maryjane1]

Buying gifts that you can split is good. But remember when checking out at the register ask for extra small bags so you can give everyone there gift in a Disney bag they will love that too. Just ask for it when checking out each time you buy something they will be glad to give it to you.

 

[DisneyFan1980]

That is a great idea Maryjane1! I have never thought about doing that. But it makes a lot of sense since I always seem to have a ton of bags when I get back that I don't know what to do with. Plus trying to buy little bags for the gifts gets expensive! Thanks!!!!

 

[Maryjane1]

you are welcome it comes from shopping so much and bringing gifts back glad I could help thanks for the reply

 

[Lcm2108]

Souvenier ideas that my 17 year old DD uses:

pack of ink pens and/or pencils (she opens the pack and gives one as they come in packs of 6-10)

Antennae toppers (for her friends who drive)

magnets

Mickey Straws (at the check out in the food courts, less than $1 and come in all different neon colors)

Pack of Candy/lollipop shaped like mickey

Earrings (they come in sets of 3 but she divides)

Those washcloth things that you put in water then they become a full cloth

She has more but is not home now. Good luck.

Lisa

 

[DisneyFan1980]

Lcm2108, thank you for the different ideas. When she does come home and if she has more ideas please let me know. I would like to get all my friends different things if possible or at least different characters. So I need all the help that I can possibly get. Since I am on a tight budget, these options are a very big help. Thanks again to everyone!

 

[4thof52003]

I personally like to get the Mickey hair clippies...they are in bins and sold individually by color, plus they have castle ones and other types. I would definately suggest looking in Mousegears when you are there because I remember seeing a lot of little things that were very cute there. I love the stationary, but that can get expensive when buying 20. My guy friends love the plastic swords found just outside POTC. That's all I can think of at the moment. I agree that antenna toppers are a great choice if your friends drive because there is a variety of them.

 

[4thof52003]

Just thought that the Rock'n Roller Coaster has a lot of Aerosmith stuff if any of your friends are fans of that. Also, the hair clippies that I mentioned previously also come in packs that you could split.

 

[DisneyFan1980]

Thank you 4thof52003. I am sorry that it has taken so long to reply. All of the ideas are great and I really like the Areosmith idea. I never realized that there was so many things that either came in packs or individual that are all pretty cheap. I am looking forward more and more to the trip in December and go shopping for both myself and my friends!

 

[crzy4mk]

If you were looking to get a few different things for different people, you might consider trading pins. Some of the inexpensive ones are about $6, and you can get them featuring various characters or attractions.

 

[pumpkinfish]

...along with gift bags, get boxes! They are always willing to give those. Just be polite

I like buying ornaments! You can purchase character ones (if a certain friend loves pooh for instance). I have bought them from $5-$10. Not too bad of an idea. Also mugs with characters. I buy them for my coworkers. Also shot glasses... but those are for the people old enough to drink

If you plan wisely, $250 will be more than enough for you AND your friends for souvies.

 

[DisneyFan1980]

Thank you everyone! You all have a lot of great ideas! I have also thought about the pins because i am a big collector of them. I have, last time i counted, 56. I love to shop and i am sure that i will go overboard but what is going to disney world for unless you can spend a lot of money?!

 

[vettechick99]

I just wanted to say I thought it was very nice and generous of you to take so much time and effort to buy so many friend's and family's souvenEARS. Whatever you get them, I am sure they will appreciate it!

 

[ceejay13]

Also, if you are staying on site tip the maid a couple of dollars every day and they will leave extra sets of the Mickey soap, shampoo, etc.