Shopping for Thank You Gifts

[DISfirstTimer]

Getting ready to depart on our Vacation. I don't wish to spend very much time on our trip but I would like to pick up some Disney Thank you gifts for the people who are watching our pets for us and for our parents who gave us money towards our trip. Do you recommend any specific shops that might provide a one stop experience for us? Bonus points for perfect items and location!! Thanks in advance.

 

[My3SweetSuns]

World of Disney in Disney Springs is usually my go-to place for gifts.

 

[TheSouthernBelle]

Agree with My3sweetsuns, it's HUGE and has something for everyone. I will also add that the countries in Epcot have some unique gifts that you won't find in other shops. If anyone likes to cook, hold out for some unique disney themed cooking/kitchen items in Italy and France. If you have some time, preview items with the Shopdisney parks app that way you can see what they have in advance to get an idea. And depending on how long your trip is, you can order via the app and have items delivered to your resort.

 

[kniquy]

World of Disney in Disney Springs

This, but only if you are already planning on a Disney springs trip. Other wise - Mouse gear at Epcot is a pretty large store with a wide variety of items. It seems you are there during the festival of the arts so there will likely be many unique gifts around Epcot - or if you know they have ties to a certain country something from around world showcase. Animal kingdom has some unique items. MK there is the Christmas shop if you want to get an ornament some can be personalized.

 

[DISfirstTimer]

If you have some time, preview items with the Shopdisney parks app that way you can see what they have in advance to get an idea. And depending on how long your trip is, you can order via the app and have items delivered to your resort.

Oh I like this idea! We are there 6 nights so hopefully that would be enough.

World of Disney in Disney Springs is usually my go-to place for gifts.

I think we going to Disney Springs on depature day as we have a late flight. It will be good to know I have good place to hit should I not find anything or get around to it during the week.

 

[DISfirstTimer]

MK there is the Christmas shop if you want to get an ornament some can be personalized.

Good to know. Which land? I would probably hit this up for our own souvenirs!

 

[momma2ethan]

Good to know. Which land? I would probably hit this up for our own souvenirs!

It's in Liberty Square on the left just after the bridge from the hub

 

[Thing 1]

Buy everyone food items. Even people who don’t love Mickey will eat Mickey shaped food. It’s in every gift shop and items of all different price points. Easy Peasy.

 

[tsme]

I usually bring back snacks from the countries in the world showcase at Epcot for my parents who watch my pets. I also pay them, so the snacks are a little extra.

 

[DISfirstTimer]

Buy everyone food items. Even people who don’t love Mickey will eat Mickey shaped food. It’s in every gift shop and items of all different price points. Easy Peasy.

Good use of any extra snack credits too!!

 

[jimmykitefan]

We use our extra snack credits to put a Disney World snack basket together for all the workers at Camp Bow Wow. Everything from Goofy's cotton candy, our dog's name is Goofy to Mickey krispie treats, jelly beans, trail mixes and etc. It's always a big hit!!!
We have also picked up the flavored teas for other people and have also be very welcomed!

 

[mountdew1]

Do you have an iPhone/iPad? If so, you can install the Shop Disney Parks app and see probably 90%+ of what is available in the stores. You can browse beforehand, and it will show you exactly what stores have each item in stock. You used to be able to order in advance and have your order delivered to your resort, not sure if they still do that or not. But even if not, you can see exactly what you want beforehand and save yourself alot of time.

 

[MudQueen22]

I second the food items, unless you know there is some other item they would prefer.
Usually, people get to a certain point in life where they have all the stuff they want or need (sometimes even looking to get rid of some of it), can buy what they want, and see that well-meaning gift as one more thing to store somewhere. Not so with food. Food can be eaten.

If you know them well enough, they might enjoy a Christmas ornament, a t-shirt, or some variety of Disney kitchen tools.
But, unless there are allergies, food would probably be appreciated.
Goofy's Candy Shoppe in MK on Main Street has all sorts of nice confections that would make a nice gift.

 

[corgi_monster]

I, too, appreciate food gifts. You don't have to worry about storing it when you're done using it