Spending a Thousand Pounds Daily on a Family Trip to Disneyland Paris: Unveiling Money-Saving Tips to Reduce Your Expenses by Significant Amounts
A family vacation to Disneyland Paris can be an enchanting experience, but it can also come with a hefty price tag. To help families plan their trips more cost-effectively, here are some practical tips on how to save money on travel, accommodations, park tickets, food, and souvenirs.
When it comes to travel, booking early is key. Early bird discounts are often available for flights and trains, and booking in advance can significantly reduce travel costs. For instance, a family of four's return flights from Heathrow to Charles de Gaulle with British Airways were approximately £515, and return train tickets from St Pancras to Disneyland Paris cost around £390.96 for the family on August 28.
Opting for budget-friendly hotels outside of Disneyland Paris can also save money. The family stayed at Premier Inn Euston the night before the trip, costing £220. Alternatively, special offers or packages at Disney hotels that include meals or tickets might provide better value overall, as seen with the 'half-board plus' plan at the Newport Bay Hotel, which costs £565 and includes six meal vouchers.
Purchasing prepaid park tickets can save time and money upon arrival, and if you don't need to visit both parks in one day, selecting the 1-park option can save money on tickets. Moreover, packing snacks from home can save around £40 on park snacks.
For meals, consider meal plans wisely if staying at a Disney hotel, but only purchase them if they align with your eating habits. Dining off-site for meals outside the park can also be more affordable. For instance, lunch at Casey's Corner in the main park costs £56 for a family of four, while other lunch options in the village, such as Vapiano, Earl Of Sandwich, and McDonald's, offer more affordable alternatives.
Indulging kids in a toyshop at Disneyland can be worth the cost despite being expensive. To save on souvenirs, set a budget, look for non-Disney themed items or souvenirs, and consider buying souvenirs in bulk if you have a large family.
By following these tips, families can enjoy a magical trip to Disneyland Paris without breaking the bank. The family in question stayed in a 'superior' room with two double beds at the Newport Bay Hotel, which is a ten-minute walk from the parks, and booked a package including four-day tickets to Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park, three nights at Newport Bay Hotel with a half-board meal plan, costing £2,567.84.
[1] Breakfast at the Yacht Club buffet does not require reservations. [2] The 'half-board plus' plan at the Newport Bay Hotel costs £565 and includes six meal vouchers. [3] A magnetic toy that sits on your shoulder costs £19, a design-your-own lightsaber costs £39, a cuddly Stitch costs £30, and a fake pink camera covered in Disney princesses that blows bubbles costs £22. [4] Prepaying tickets can save time and money upon arrival. [5] Off-site accommodations can be significantly cheaper than on-site Disney hotels while still offering a comfortable stay.
- To minimize costs on breakfast, families could opt for the buffet at Yacht Club that doesn't require reservations, instead of purchasing the half-board meal plan.
- Instead of choosing the 'half-board plus' plan at the Newport Bay Hotel, which costs £565 and includes six meal vouchers, they might want to consider dining off-site for meals outside the park for a more affordable option.
