Post your best organizational, space saving and trip making secrets here!!

[disneyinmay]

I'm going to check my Big Lots and Target tomorrow! Keep the ideas coming please!!!

 

[momginger]

I found the over the door shoe organizer today at Big Lots for $4.99 I still have to go to the Dollar Tree to see what bargains I can find there!

 

[disneyinmay]

Found some great stuff @ Big Lots..

Travel sized All Detergent with built in Fabric Softener- 6 loads only $1!! Got 2
Bags to go (basically grocery type bags in tiny little pack) .49cents
Hand Sanitizer on rubber key chain (LOVE THIS) $.69cents
For kids plane packs-Syndrome & Mr Incredible little light up guys-$1.19 each
Mini playing cards-2 packs $.49cents.

Just an FYI

OK, I cannot find any of these things! At least not at your prices. Bummer Pie. I found the key chain Purell but it was $1.99!!!!!!!!!!
No ponchos less than $4.99 at target. I'm going to try one more Big Lots and Dollar store today. Hopefully I get lucky???

 

[julsmom]

I have read on disboards that Target has the Palmolive wipes and travel detergent. I looked at mine but I could not find either. Are both of these items in the obvious places or do I need to look elsewhere? I checked the laundry detergent section and dishsoap section. Help!

DD (5)

 

[julsmom]

For those of you who decorate your door at the resort, what do you do? I read on disboards that someone put up a dry erase board for other guests to sign. I love that idea, but how do you mount it? Any other ideas are welcomed!

DD(5)

 

[mommy*RN]

I have read on disboards that Target has the Palmolive wipes and travel detergent. I looked at mine but I could not find either. Are both of these items in the obvious places or do I need to look elsewhere? I checked the laundry detergent section and dishsoap section. Help!

As I recall, and this was 2 yrs ago, I found the Palmolive wipes with the travel size items at Target . I know for sure it was Target, and I'm 90% sure it was near the travel items because I was not looking for these. I saw them and snatched them up and thought they were da bomb! Good luck finding them! We aren't going until October so I haven't really looked for much trip stuff yet.

Oh! Before I forget...and idea where I can get a cheap pop-up laundry hamper? I saw them at Walmart for $6.00, but I am hoping I can get one cheaper...

Thanks, and happy planning and travels!

 

[Sweedee]

I got one at the Dollar Tree.

 

[mommy*RN]

I got one at the Dollar Tree.

Great! Thanks! I will check them out!

 

[UP Disney]

I've also had trouble finding moleskin because most blister products are now gel type things. I've tried the "new" blister kits and they worked well.
I found bodyglide at athletic sneaker specialty stores. (Fleet Feet, not the mall chains)

I found moleskin at Walmart in the section with their other foot products - foot powders, creams, etc.

 

[mikymouse]

I bought a bank envelope with 25 single dollar bills that were ear marked for tips. I put this in my carry on bag and we used the money to tip the baggage handlers at the airports to and from car, disney bus drivers (to and from) and resort(delivery and pickup from room). A dollar per bag.

 

[Laurajean1014]

Roll everything (clothing) to get the max out of your baggage - careful not to outweigh your bags.

 

[pbharris4]

I bought a bank envelope with 25 single dollar bills that were ear marked for tips. I put this in my carry on bag and we used the money to tip the baggage handlers at the airports to and from car, disney bus drivers (to and from) and resort(delivery and pickup from room). A dollar per bag.

What a great idea! A "spin off" on this idea would to get those real little key type envelopes and put each person's tip in there ahead of time. seal it, and label it w/ a Sharpie. Keep them in a small ziploc in your purse and give them to the appropriate people.

 

[fan_of_small_world]

Hi! This is a WONDERFUL thread!! I've jotted down a lot of your ideas, so many thanks. We're going in October and I'm already making packing lists (yeah, I'm type-A!). Anyway, while this will be our first trip to WDW with our kids, we've done a good amount of travel with them.

Here are some ideas I haven't seen posted yet...

When we flew down to the Bahamas we knew we'd be have to spend a fortune in meals, so to reduce the cost I took a mini rubbermaid bucket and filled it with breakfast bars, fruit cups, and mini-cereal boxes. We bought milk at a grocery store and had breakfast in our room every day. The bucket actually fit in one of our duffel bags that we checked onto the plane, none of the food got squished, and at the end of the trip it held things we had bought.

For those who have little ones still potty-training and will be driving, take along the potty chair and garbage-bag-liners for the girls - if you have boys bring a big stack of plastic cups for when it's just #1.

(As a side note, I take garbage bags, cut a hole in the middle, roll them up, and carry them in my bag to line the toilet with when I have to take DD to a public restroom. I do this all the time, even just going to the mall here at home.)

I have to agree with all the posters who use ziplocs. I did the outfit-in-a-bag thing when we did an RV trip with my parents and they babysat the kids when DH and I took a side-trip. It made it much easier on them to get the kids changed. I also pack anything liquid in the ziplocs (shampoo, etc.) so if it spills en route it won't ruin anything else. They're also great for the day pack to keep things that will be used together, well, together!

Re. meds - in addition to the items already mentioned, remember to bring a thermometer (not easy to find one at 3am when the little one wakes up with a fever).

I'm planning to bring one of those over-the-closet-bar sweater organizers (the ones that collapse) to hang in the closet area (ASMo) to help keep clothes organized. Anyone know if the closet bar will fit one of those?

Thanks again to all for your great ideas. Keep 'em coming!!

 

[kstinw19]

Prior to the trip we take MAAS polishing compound and shine up pennies for the penny presses.

Now that's planning

 

[kstinw19]

I know it sounds mean but it is not. Our 3 yr old small son has autism and is a runner, fast runner! I can't see him in a group of adults. I take a digital picture of him in the morning so I know what he is wearing and if I put new clothes on him.

I attach a retractable dog leash to his waist band and keep it just a few feet out. He can travel but not far and he can't take off from me and get lost.

People stare, make rude comments, but I am responsible for my son being safe and it is what works for us. They don't live my life. JMO

3 days to go

We used this for our ds, who was 3 last year and just wanted to go go go. It was a lifesaver, and I didn't really get too many looks. He had enough "line" to run around to his hearts content, but we always knew where he was. It was great, and I am planning on using it again this year.

 

[mommy*RN]

For anyone having difficulty finding the Palmolive wipes...you can stop looking. After searching for them at Walmart, Target, Kmart and the dollar store; I sent an email to the company asking where I can find them. Alas, they informed me that due to a decreased demand they discontinued making them. Just thought I would let you all know so you don't keep searching. I did find a few places online that sell them, but too much $$$ in my opinion.

I did find the small portable bottles of Tide at my Target for $0.99. I bought 4! And we aren't even going till October. Does liquid detergent like that degrade???

Thanks for all the tips everyone! Sorry mine was a DUD!

 

[spokanemom]

Subbing...

I am not leaving until Feb 1st, but I already have many of the items listed!

I can't wait to see what other ideas others come up with.

Thanks everyone!

 

[cinjam]

A&P (in NJ) still has the palmolive wipes - at least in the two I have been in in the last month (Pompton Plains & Ortley Beach). I will have to remember to stock up when I next go!

 

[thelionqueen]

I bought a bank envelope with 25 single dollar bills that were ear marked for tips. I put this in my carry on bag and we used the money to tip the baggage handlers at the airports to and from car, disney bus drivers (to and from) and resort(delivery and pickup from room). A dollar per bag.

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this idea!! DH and I are always fumbling for $1 bills and sometimes don't have them. One time we waited for over 10 mins for change for the valet service....never again thanks to you guys!!

 

[asramears]

PORTIOWNER
Where did you find a bound notebook with all the restaurant menus you were interested in at? That sounds great! Keep these tips coming....