I recommend packing the following:
* Sport sunblock (the spray kind goes on quickly and easily, but be sure to apply it where there is no wind. We applied it on a windy day and were burned because most of it blew away before it reached our skin).
* A small first aid kit with digital thermometer and Benadryl-brand single spoon children's antihistamine (works great for you as well, if you find you have allergies to the palms, which pollinate year round in Florida. Also take along your Dr. or pediatrician's phone number, just in case.
* A park back-pack. Take one that is comfortable and has room for everything your family may need throughout the day. Then take turns carrying it or store it in your child's stroller. We prefer the style with a one-arm, padded strap. Be sure it also has waterproof material on the outside or is lined on the inside
* Small zip-lock bags. These come in great for storing wet socks (think water rides), sea shells if you plan to visit the ocean, quarters for laundry facilities or toll roads, snacks, etc...
* 2-3 boxes of non-perishable snacks such as dried fruit, granola bars, nutra-grain bars, etc... they are great for when you need a quick breakfast or a snack while in the parks.
* Your cell phone chargers (#1 item left at home)
* Rain ponchos (if you will be visiting between now and mid October). It rains just about every afternoon during the summer and early fall months. So be prepared, and purchase rain ponchos in advance. These also work great for water rides, when you'd like to cool off, but not be drenched afterward.
* Sun glasses, swimsuits/trunks
* Comfortable walking shoes -
Crocs are our favorite park shoe. They are lightweight, anti-microbial and they dry in a flash from water rides or rain.
* Clothing that wicks moisture away from the body, if traveling within the next 3 months. Remember the marathoner's golden rule: Cotton is rotten.
Tips:
Pack your children's clothes (including undies for each day) into large zip lock bags. Write the day of the week on the bag with a sharpie marker and make getting dressed each day a breeze, and fun!
Have your children make their own personalized autograph books instead of buying the pricy ones at Disney. Grab a few blank journals, Disney stickers, and embellishments at the craft store and have fun! Not only will they be personal, but it will get them excited for their vacation!
Have a great time!
