- I explored Disney World for a day in July.
- Despite feeling prepared, the day presented challenges.
- By the end, I was exhausted and my phone battery was running low.
I embarked on a whirlwind one-day trip to Disney World from New York City this past July, seeking to test if skipping an overnight stay could yield significant savings.
Avoiding hotel costs allowed me potentially to save hundreds of dollars. While I cherished the adventure there are several adjustments I’ll make for my next journey to Orlando.
Prior preparation included extensive research and reaching out via social media platforms like TikTok for firsthand accounts from others who tackled similar condensed trips. However, things did not unfold as smoothly as planned. I significantly underestimated Orlando’s sweltering summer heat, my dependency on technology throughout the day, and experienced an unsettling eeriness when encountering largely empty sections of Disney parks.
The following areas illustrate some key missteps during my visit: