I love Disney merch. I have shirts for each park that reference specific rides and attractions, including a Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride shirt that I genuinely treasure even though the ride itself is long gone. The variety of IP Disney has to work with means they come out with some genuinely cool stuff, and they’ve…
On paper, an early morning run at Disney World doesn’t sound that bad. It’s only 78 degrees. The sun is barely up. You’re in good shape. What’s the problem? Then you step outside. Ten minutes later you’re drenched in sweat, your heart rate is through the roof, and a pace that normally feels effortless suddenly…
Hot take: figuring out what to wear at Disney World in winter is harder than figuring out what to wear in summer. At least in summer you know it’s going to be hot and you’re going to sweat. A winter day in Orlando can be a genuinely mixed bag and if you dress for one…
The most common packing mistake at Disney World isn’t forgetting something. It’s bringing too much. Every extra item is weight you’re carrying for 12 miles in Florida heat, something extra to dig through when you need something fast, and one more thing stuffed into a bag you’re trying to shove under a ride seat. Simple…
The smartest thing you can do in a Florida summer is not be in the parks during the hottest part of the day. While you can come prepared with some cooling gear, the Florida sun and humidity will slowly chip away at your resolve. Extensive lines in the heat and sun don’t help matters either….
I didn’t give much thought to performance fabrics until I moved to Florida. Previously we’d come down in the summer and I just kind of mucked through it. When I started running in this weather I knew something had to change. I needed to figure out how to not drop dead in the heat and…
Finding the best cotton t-shirts for Disney World can be a Herculean task. Cotton has a lot going for it. It’s breathable, soft, natural, durable, and comfortable for a lot of people. It’s been keeping humans comfortable for thousands of years. So what makes it so difficult? It’s complicated. And mostly comes down to sweating….
Taking a toddler to Walt Disney World requires a bag that does a lot of jobs at once. Diaper bag. Snack storage. First aid kit. Charger organization. Splash pad survival kit. And it all needs to fit under a stroller basket or on your back without requiring a full excavation every time you need a…
Wearing the right clothing is your first and most important defense against Florida heat. If you haven’t already, check out what we recommend for shirts, shorts, and hats before you start adding gear to your bag. Get the clothing right first. Everything else is supplemental. Not everyone has the option to duck out during the…
You can always spot the people who underestimated the Florida sun. They’re redder than Sebastian singing “Kiss the Girl” by day two, wincing every time their shirt touches their shoulders. Don’t be that person. Before we get into it: some links in this post are affiliate links. Clicking through and buying something earns us a…