I was thinking of just ordering a case of water and snacks from gardengrocer, but got to looking at my airline's baggage requirements.
I can check a bag at no charge up to 50 lbs. I think we can get the majority of our clothes in carry on bags for each of us.
See any problems check a bag with a case of water and my kids favorite snacks? It would save me the $12 delivery fee, tip, and probably save on the food prices.
I agree w/ you completely. $12 delivery fee + tip + incr prices (due to shelf price vs sale price you'd pay) = $20 or more. for me here at home that would be the price of 10 cases of water.
It's the $ saving techniques that allow me to go to WDW more often. And before someone says, well then go less often or when you can afford it w/o doing these types of things, I say 'different strokes for different folks.' Even if I was a millionaire, I'd still shop sales, use coupons, save $ however so I'd have more $ for longer. But that's my style.
Moreover, if you do decide to try this plan and ship your water. I would make certain Southwest will take it. They have the right to refuse anything for cargo.
I have taken water on AirTran and SW multiple times and NEITHER has ever refused it. SW does not care about cases of water at all. I know 2 pilots who fly for SW. It's getting it thru the TSA inspection that can be the delay.
I have packed water in an extra checked suitcase before. Both times my waters did not break. The only issue I had was that the water crushed my cheez its and pretzels I packed in the same suitcase, which certainly isn't a major problem. I also got a little paper in that suitcase, on both trips, saying that security checked it. They probably saw it had liquid in it or something. Again, not a real problem.
I also used the empty suitcase for souvenirs on the way home.
Your situation sounds like mine. One time the water crushed the pop tarts, the pringles (in a can, who would've thought
) and a few other things. We get the same TSA paper EVERY time in our rolling duffel that we put the water in. And I love putting the dirty laundry in the rolling duffel and putting the souvies in the empty suitcase.
I don't think you need to bring a case of water with you. As for the snacks, why not just find a grocery store when you get there and buy them there?
Not everyone rents a car, wants to pay cab fare to a grocery store, or wants to use their precious time to grocery shop. Not trying to be snarky, but in this economy, I can see why people are looking for the least expensive ways to accomplish the same goal. just my .02
I did pack some snacks and checked them on Southwest and they were great. I would never pack liquid - too much chance of it breaking. I used WeGoShop to bring us water, soda, and beer. They were great. Charged us only the cost of the stuff (even got us a buy 3 get 1 free deal) and a service charge of about $20 to deliver. So worth it! Next trip I will have them pick up all the breakfast foods too and not pack anything.
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WOW. I personally, would not be interested in throwing away $20 on a delivery fee, but that is me. I'm not berating you for doing this. but it is not my style. different strokes...
Wow, I never thought about the fact that other people's luggage may contain so much messy and unnecessary stuff that could damage my belongings. Now I will wrap all my clothes and other things in plastic before packing them. LOL
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I use a LOT of the 2 1/2 gallon bags when I pack. Not only to protect my clothes, but also so if TSA goes thru the bag, they're not handling my 'garments' directly.
The thought of that creeps me out way more than 'explosions'.
OP poster, good luck w/ your decision. Do what you think is right for you. Do not let others dictate for you. I'm sure you will take the necessary precautions if you decide to take your own water as others on this thread have stated that they have sucessfully done.
I hope you have a wonderful trip.
) Plus a few resorts are now charging $5 for the packages (in the convention resorts of CBR? BW and BCV )
