Sorry Disney Adults, but experts won't spend on hotel upgrades.

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It's no secret that a Disney World trip can drain your wallet.

Travel, lodging, park tickets, meals, and souvenirs quickly add up. We've got tips to help you budget, save, and plan your trip efficiently. To spare some extra cash for other fun activities, consider this advice: skip those hotel upgrades!

When booking a Disney World hotel, upgrading your view or room location can be tempting. But, if you're spending most of your time in the parks, it might not be worth the splurge.

Upgraded views like "water" or "savannah" can be vague and a bit misleading. For example, a "water view" might be a pool, not necessarily a lake. Nonetheless, we've had good luck with standard views before, like seeing the savannah from Animal Kingdom Lodge.

Upgrading locations within a hotel can also cost more, with "preferred" rooms closer to amenities. Typically, we choose this at Value Resorts or Caribbean Beach for convenience and time savings, especially since these resorts are so large.

Valet parking prices have risen, making self-parking a more budget-friendly choice if you're primarily using Disney transportation.

Ultimately, if your vacation is filled with park adventures or you spend minimal time at the resort, saving money on room upgrades might be wise so you can enjoy other aspects of your trip.

I'm curious about your thoughts—do you think hotel upgrades at Disney World are worth the investment? Share your opinions!
 
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