Do you use a fanny pack?

[snarlingcoyote]

No no no. I don't care, there is NO way I will ever grace my hips with another fanny pack so long as I live.

Now, that said, I do admit to having an ancient lightweight, across the body little mini-messenger that is easy to get into, has pockets for everything and looks completely disreputable that may well find itself slung across my body if I decide not to carry my Ameribag or my Coach mini-messenger into the parks.

But then again I have no kids, and I plan to carry my guest cards, photo ID a small amount of cash, my teensy camera, a pieces of pre-cut moleskin, bandaids, Excedrin and a throwaway phone into the parks with me. And the camera may well wind up being in my DH's pockets.

 

[DjdBrit]

No I don't and I wouldn't. I use the Vera Bradley Hipster. Its hand s free, looks good and fits everything I need....including diapers! (not diapers for me but my 2 year old)

 

[momof2intx]

Well my DH is putting up a fuss....thinking the fanny pack will look funny!! He said "You are not walking around WDW with a fanny pack!" LOL

I'm getting one anyway, and a small sling bag too. I'll see which one I'd rather use when I get there. Even if it does mean looking "funny", I'd rather be comfortable and hands free!!

 

[Ilivetogo]

I only use a NYLON fanny pack when going to water parks since I don't want to leave my wallet laying around anywhere and we're always swimming or on tubes or whatever.

In the parks, I use the little over-the-shoulder wallet/digital camera/cell phone case. It's PERFECT!! It's not very much over what you're looking to spend. Check it out. It has a very long strap and goes over the shoulder which means you're VERY easy on and off rides, not slipping off your shoulder, etc.

Here's the one I have ...

http://www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx/....Travelon-Set-of-2-Leather-Cell-Phone-Wallets

 

[Figment_Fan]

Definitely a fanny pack user. I have worn out 2 and am on my third over the past 20 years. (Boy, that is a long time now that I see it in writing). So far they seem to last 7- 8 years.

I have never paid more than $15 for one. My latest is an Eddie Bauer. It holds both video and still digital camera as well as raincoats, cash, key to the world cards. water bottle, etc. I can pull what I need out of it without looking. It's small enough that I have never had to take it off for a ride. I can open it at the check point for inspection without taking it off and it is water resistent - NOT water proof (so, I do place it in the compartment on Kali River Rapids).

Unfortunately, it does accentuate the extra stomach portion of my physique. The six pack turned into a mini keg long ago.

 

[3mickeys&me]

I am a fanny pack user and I can't imagine doing it any other way. Everything is in it that I need and my small camara bag clips to it so my hands are free. This way I never have to worry about putting my bag or camara down to do something and forget it on a chair or at a table. I bought one at Target and used that for awhile, then I found one in WDW that I liked and have been using that for years!! LOVE IT!

 

[suzimar57]

i've always used a fanny pack (only at disney!) - the one time i used a small shoulder bag instead, i found it was very awkward and clumsy - much easier to have only what you need within reach

 

[ILoveMyDVC]

Here's the one I have ...

http://www.qvc.com/qic/qvcapp.aspx/....Travelon-Set-of-2-Leather-Cell-Phone-Wallets

Is the cell phone compartment open? I'd be worried about water from the attractions or rain getting into it.

I've always been a purse carrier myself. For years, I had a nifty little silver purse that I always used at WDW..about 10 years ago it wore out and I've been trying to find something like it since. I LOVED that purse.

Something small, stylish, not leather, preferably with no more than 2 'pockets' with a really long strap (so it can be placed diagonally when needed for security in a crowd or to prevent it from flying off on Space Mt.), that closed with a zipper and could withstand the afternoon summer drenching.

As you can see, the list is long

I'd be grateful for any suggestions.

 

[southtexasmom]

I use a fanny pack. My camera fits in it perfectly.

I don't really care how it looks, its easy and I always know right where it is.

 

[rparmfamily]

Oh heck no....no fanny pack here!!!!!!! No crocs either though LOL!!!

We used a lightweight backpack and were good to go but we don't overpack.

 

[luvwdwfla2]

I use a fannypack. I have for most of my trips. DH never thought he would use one but during his first trip quickly decided he needed one. My only requirements for it is big enought for my camera and I like having a small pocket inside for extra $ or credit card that I am afraid of losing.

 

[Nisa]

I use a fannypack too! Love it! I know I look a bit dorky but I don't care. I usually keep an eye out all year for any "cool" fannypacks I see. So I have 4-5 right now to pick from when we go in September. I know...really dorky!

 

[penni520]

I did on my last trip, But I think on the next trip I am going to use a bookbag, You can put your refill mug, water bottle and tons more then a fanny pack.

 

[JenSop]

I actually used a fanny pack on our last trip. I made sure to get one that I could wear lower on my hips and one that didn't stick out too far. I think it looks okay.

On some days, I didn't carry enough to need the fanny pack.

 

[LittleFlounder]

Yes, on my last trip I did use a fanny pack. I brought a shoulder bag and fanny pack... the first day I used the shoulder bag and after the next day I switched to the fanny pack and used it the rest of my trip! My shoulder was so sore from lugging around so much in the bag, but the fanny pack didn't hurt at all. I didn't care how it looked.. it was so convenient! I'll only wear one on vacation though, not at home!

 

[kmjmom]

Much to my DD's dismay I too wear a fanny pack at WDW. I bought a nice pink Baggalini and just found it to be too cumbersome and HOT in the July heat. The good old fanny pack has a little ticket pocket at the front that's just right too! Oh well, can't teach an old dog new tricks I guess!

 

[lovegrumpy]

I use my Vera Bradley hipster and dh wears the fanny pack. Sometimes I don't carry anything it all fits in the fannypack. He can even carry the water bottles.

 

[Elmo888]

Is the cell phone compartment open? I'd be worried about water from the attractions or rain getting into it.

I've always been a purse carrier myself. For years, I had a nifty little silver purse that I always used at WDW..about 10 years ago it wore out and I've been trying to find something like it since. I LOVED that purse.

Something small, stylish, not leather, preferably with no more than 2 'pockets' with a really long strap (so it can be placed diagonally when needed for security in a crowd or to prevent it from flying off on Space Mt.), that closed with a zipper and could withstand the afternoon summer drenching.

As you can see, the list is long

I'd be grateful for any suggestions.

Does that fit your requirements?

http://www.ebags.com/overland_equipment/placer_shoudler_bag/product_detail/index.cfm?modelid=109694

I have an older version, and I call it my "travel purse". I love it! It fits a small camera, sunscreen, hand gel, tissues, and cell phone (zipper). I use the flap on the front for tickets/money (velcro closure). It is small enough that it doesn't bother me when I wear it. There is also a small pocket on the back where I could fold a park map and stash it.

ETA: Discontinued colors on sale...http://www.ebags.com/overland_equip...olors/product_detail/index.cfm?modelid=125532

 

[Jchance]

I use my fannypack and I love it. Our first trip my DD laughed at me for it and said she wouldn't claim me...I bought her one and she refused to wear it...by the end of the first day she asked if she could wear hers I 'm able to put my camera, wallet, KTTW, cell phone and money in it, keep it in front of me so I can keep an eye on it and not worry about pick pockets, etc. and have my hands free and piece of mind. Very useful. I'm going on vacation where the big attraction is a six foot cartoon mouse, and a duck that doesn't wear pants, I'm not worried if someone thinks the fanny pack makes me look silly

 

[Princess_Melanie]

I'm going on vacation where the big attraction is a six foot cartoon mouse, and a duck that doesn't wear pants, I'm not worried if someone thinks the fanny pack makes me look silly

I love this!! Next time I'm wondering if I should/shouldn't do/wear/take something I will think of this phrase!! Thank you!!

DBF wears the fanny pack (you wouldn't be seen dead in one back home in the UK...) and we get everything we need in there - mini wet wipes, KTTW cards, money, pins (ones we traded and want to keep) car keys, autograph book and pen, camera, my mini brush, hair ties and he even has a small pocket for my girlie things if I need them. He is a star!!