Parasols ok in line?

[serenitynow]

There used to be a place in Liberty Square at Magic Kingdom that sold parasols. You could even get them personalized. Maybe it was a cart not a store. Not sure if they are back yet.

 

[Amunet]

I use a kids umbrella (cause adult Disney umbrellas are expensive!) as a parasol and have never had an issue with them in line or just going around the parks. As long as you don't put it up while on a ride, you're golden.

 

[Jennasis]

May I suggest these? https://bluntumbrellas.com/products...SQxDcJtYALyzDrz-guUu4608JrNR1RS8aArGbEALw_wcB

 

[Adora]

May I suggest these? https://bluntumbrellas.com/products...SQxDcJtYALyzDrz-guUu4608JrNR1RS8aArGbEALw_wcB

PRETTY! Thanks

 

[mom2rtk]

May I suggest these? https://bluntumbrellas.com/products...SQxDcJtYALyzDrz-guUu4608JrNR1RS8aArGbEALw_wcB

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Yikes! $89 for an umbrella?

 

[glocon]

I first saw the use of UV umbrellas for the sun here on the Disboards. It’s definitely a thing at WDW. I think they got really popular last year when there were really long social distance lines that went way out of the covered/indoor queues outdoors into the sun. Lots of people use the umbrellas for sun. There are less expensive options out there for the UV umbrellas. Definitely go for it. I plan on it next time I go to the parks!

 

[teachmedis]

What do you do with the fan when on the rides? we are only bringing fanny packs

Everyone in my family wears neck fans, if you can't throw them in a bag (mine sits on my chests and blows up, it would fit in a fanny pack but I wear it like a necklace so I don't have to take it off ), you can put them in the ride pouch some rides have (like thunder), lots of options. My husband and sons wear the ones that look like headphones laying on your neck, I don't think my husband takes his off unless he's on a coaster or some other fast ride that could knock it off.

 

[Adora]

My husband and sons wear the ones that look like headphones laying on your neck, I don't think my husband takes his off unless he's on a coaster or some other fast ride that could knock it off.

This is the ones I'm wondering about. Like if on rocking rollercoaster where does it get stuck to lol

 

[pixiedust2u]

We used uv umbrellas last June and had no issues. They were small and packable purchased on Amazon. The only comments we got were of envy! I second another poster on importance of hydration.

 

[Luna81]

Only issue with this is that they are going to have to go find a place to wait out of the sun, right? That means either buying a meal so you can sit inside, or hanging out in a shop, then walking back to the attraction when the return time comes around. That's even more time in the sun, IMO. I've found that most outside queues at WDW are shaded and have fans blowing, at least when we go in August. To the OP, I'd suggest a late morning to mid-afternoon/early evening break in your resort room. That's what we do, as I have to avoid sun exposure as well.

You can do DAS reservations in the app now. As soon as you scan into the park. So they could do that and do other things until the return time. Then once scanned in for the ride pick the next pass and so on.

 

[joviroxx]

What do you do with the fan when on the rides? we are only bringing fanny packs

Keep them around my neck. on coasters I just kind of tuck them into my shirt

 

[DisneyOma]

You can do DAS reservations in the app now. As soon as you scan into the park. So they could do that and do other things until the return time. Then once scanned in for the ride pick the next pass and so on.

But what other things could they do, in order to stay out of the heat? I mentioned getting a meal, or staying in a shop - all the attractions are going to have part of the queue outside, in the heat. Not sure how the OP will avoid that.

 

[teachmedis]

This is the ones I'm wondering about. Like if on rocking rollercoaster where does it get stuck to lol

In our case they get stuffed in a bag that's perpetually on my shoulder or at my feet (I'm a ride chicken so I can't speak specifically to rock and roller coaster). However, knowing my husband, if he didn't have my bag, he'd find a way. Stuff it in his pants or something.

 

[Meglen]

But what other things could they do, in order to stay out of the heat? I mentioned getting a meal, or staying in a shop - all the attractions are going to have part of the queue outside, in the heat. Not sure how the OP will avoid that.

Go watch shows, sit outside the exit of a shop, ride walk on rides, and to get into ac I would 100% buy a drink and than go sit for 30+45 min.

 

[sheilafri]

Drink lots of water. Then drink more water. You can get free cups of ice water from any quick service food place. Of course you will need to watch you sugar levels and will visits lots of restrooms. Fortunately, Disney has many of those conveniently located.

Get a cooling towel and bring a ziplock bag. In the morning wet the tower with cold water and put it in bag. Once you get inside a park getting a glass of ice water and add it to the bag. When you start feeling the least bit warm, use the towel on the back of your neck or where ever works for you.

Disney does a good job with its restroom placement and numbers. I went on a crowded week and rarely had a wait.

 

[serenitynow]

I first saw the use of UV umbrellas for the sun here on the Disboards. It’s definitely a thing at WDW. I think they got really popular last year when there were really long social distance lines that went way out of the covered/indoor queues outdoors into the sun. Lots of people use the umbrellas for sun. There are less expensive options out there for the UV umbrellas. Definitely go for it. I plan on it next time I go to the parks!

Was at Walmart today and saw Totes brand UV Shade umbrellas for $15.00

 

[tiggerunner]

So I'm gonna overheat and burn. No question, but I haven't been to a theme park since I became a diabetic and I know the heat causes my sugars to go one way or the other. So I'm trying to figure out ways to stay cool. I've considered hats, but I have thick hair and always feel like I'm melting under the hat. So I'm considering a small parasol or umbrella.
Is this something people do while waiting in line? I don't want to do something that is frowned on, or anything. TIA

Cooling hats and cooling towels are also an option. I use a Mission bucket hat when I run and I live in TX. Easy to pack.

 

[Adora]

Cooling hats and cooling towels are also an option. I use a Mission bucket hat when I run and I live in TX. Easy to pack.

Now I have to look up what the heck "mission bucket hat" is

 

[MrsPete]

So I'm gonna overheat and burn. No question, but I haven't been to a theme park since I became a diabetic and I know the heat causes my sugars to go one way or the other. So I'm trying to figure out ways to stay cool. I've considered hats, but I have thick hair and always feel like I'm melting under the hat. So I'm considering a small parasol or umbrella.
Is this something people do while waiting in line? I don't want to do something that is frowned on, or anything. TIA

Asking the obvious question: If the heat is such a concern, why not plan your trip for a cooler month? Traveling in the spring/summer/early fall, you will be battling the heat all day, every day.

 

[PinkPixel]

I also highly recommend cooling towels. They were a godsend for my daughter. If you happen to forget yours, they sell them in a lot of the gift shops.

Wow had no idea that was a thing!