Hi Jenny!
I'm so excited to see you will be at
Walt Disney World Resort in a few short weeks!
This is a great question! Personally, I use
Disney Gift Cards for a few reasons. I purchase them throughout the year, which helps me budget for my vacation. I also like them because they are fun!
While I'm a huge proponent of using my debit card, I also like the security of having another form of payment. My husband was out of town on work several months ago and his card was compromised via an online purchase in another state. Unfortunately, his debit card was the only thing he had with him at the time. Our bank did an amazing job helping us but it was less than convenient for him. Since then, we travel with two forms of payment and use our debit card as a backup. When we go to Walt Disney World Resort, I also typically carry a little bit of cash with me to the theme parks. I honestly can't remember when I actually used cash but I like to be prepared.
Speaking of being prepared. I hope you have created your
My Disney Experience account, linked your Family and Friends, linked your
tickets and made
FastPass+ selections. You will love all of the amazing tools and services now available at Walt Disney World Resort that will help you maximize your time in the theme parks!
Thanks so much for sharing your question with the Disney Parks Moms Panel! I know you and your kiddo are going to have the best time and make so many amazing memories together! Please let me know if you need any other information as you plan your magical Walt Disney World Resort vacation!
Kari