walcz

...Luxury Disney vacation? My husband and I are looking for a fun vacation just for the two of us and want to live it up. We'd like to stay at a Disney resort but are having a hard time spending the big money. Any suggestions on how to save a buck?

ralphwaldo45

There are several ways you can save money. For instance, you should wait to go during the value season, which is in the fall (between Sept and Dec) and early winter (Jan-Feb) because the resort rates are the lowest at that time. You should also look into buying packages that include tickets and the meal plan because you can end up saving quite a bit of money and also having a vacation experience with variety in the places you see and foods you eat. Plus, using the Magical Express to get from the airport to Disney property will help you save money by not having to rent a car.

You may want to consider staying at one of the Moderate Disney resorts. They are less expensive than the Deluxe resorts, but they still offer many of the same amenities and benefits that the Deluxe resorts offer.

Good Luck!

Katlyn <3 Disney

Just go all out. Find a way to spend the money. My boyfriend and I are only 19, we definitely don't have much money. We took out a collateral loan to pay for our Walt Disney World vacation. We went for 11 days, stayed at the nicest Resort, Concierge, and we booked the most expensive package, the Platinum Package. It cost us $9,274.82 Everything was included in the package, though, except we booked flights seperately because we wanted to fly with JetBlue and it was cheaper to book the flights through them. We had the most amazing time of our lives and are not regretting it in the slightest! We're already planning our next vacation there.

Good luck, I'm sure you can find a way to go!

laura_vermont

My family has saved money by "buying" timeshare points from someone who is not able to go, and would otherwise lose them. This way, for just a little more than the value resorts, we can go to a DVC property -- which are much nicer and give you all the benefits of staying at a resort. Doing it this way, you can stay for about $100/night.

CRAFTYLADY

Save yourself alot of money and go on a Disney cruise, you'll be pampered , go to nice islands, food included, entertainment, the cruise can also sell you a hotel/land package in orlando with tickets. You'll spend more on land at a hotel for a week than you will on a week cruise.

dmmd7

Try http://Luxe.worldventures.com They search all the other main sites like Orbitz, Expedia, Travelocity, hotel and airline sites and offer you the lowest price. You?ll save even more when you book it as a package like air and hotel together. Plus they?re the only online site that offers LIVE chat where you can make your specific requests such as non-smoking, king-size or double beds, etc.
Check them out and see.

Beach Gal

You can enjoy a romantic Disney get-a-way for two easily! Disney splits their resorts up into 3 sections: Delux, Moderate, and Value/Economy. I recommend that you two stay at one of Disney's Moderately priced resorts. I recommend Disney's Caribbean Beach or Disney's Port Orlean's Riverside Resorts. There are many benefits to staying on Disney property, including free transportation (even from the airport!), free package delivery to your hotel (so if you buy something at one of the parks or at Downtown Disney, you don't have to carry it all day), and Extra Magic Hours (this is where one theme park of the 4 opens an hour early specifically for Disney Resort Guests)!
However, you can save a bit of money by staying off Disney property, but nearby! I recommend the Sheraton Safari Hotel & Suites in Lake Buena Vista... located just minutes from Downtown Disney and Disney World! It is located at: 12205 S Apopka Vineland Road
Orlando, Florida 32836 · United States
Phone (407) 239-0444 · Fax (407) 239-1778

It is a beautiful hotel and they have pretty competetive rates.

Try to get a room with a small kitchenette. This way, you can cook a few meals and not spend so much on food. You'd be suprised how quickly your money goes toward your meals. But you must enjoy at least one nice dinner or dinner show. I recommend the Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show at Disney's Polynesian Resort or dine at Boma at the Animal Kingdom Lodge.

Pack water bottles in your bags when you visit parks and re-fill them throughout the day. Also purchase rain ponchos, batteries, and film prior to going to Florida. They sell these items in the parks, but for an outrageous price. Get them at Target or Walmart and have them with you when you go play.

Purchase your park tickets from AAA (if you are a member) or at your local Disney Store to receive a discount.

If you would like help planning your trip or would like to read up on some fun tips and ideas that are updated monthly, visit my Disney Vacation Services Website, I'm All Ears at:

http://im-all-ears-disney-vacation-s....blogspot.com/

Have fun!

erica

You can stay at a moderate resort and still visit the deluxe resorts for dinner and shopping! that's what we do because we don't spend a ton of time in the hotel... check out the link below to see pictures and hotel details!