If you post your question on the
Budget Board , you'll get a lot of replies and innovative ideas on how to save for your trip.
Basically you can do one or more of these three things:
- Cut back on your sepnding now and put the money in a Disney account.
- Increase your income and put the money in a Disney account.
- Cut back on spending at WDW so that the trip doesn't cost you as much money
Most people do a combination of all three.
You can reduce cell phone charges (no more ringtones, wallpapers, tons of text messsaging, etc.). You can get rid of extras on your cable bill. Say goodbye to Starbucks, brownbag your lunch. Cut your heat back to 65°. Rent a movie and pop microwave popcorn instead of going to the local AMC.
To increase income, take on a part-time job. Or eBay away your old stuff. Get a rewards credit card, particularly one that gives cashback. Use it for everything and pay it off in full every month. Try doing rewards programs like MyPoints or CreationsRewards.
To save at WDW, go during Value Season. Stay offsite. Drive there instead of flying. Share meals. Bring your own water and snacks into the parks. Get Base tickets, no hopping, no Magic Plus. Buy your passes from a discount broker or do a timeshare presentation for free tickets. Use every code and coupon you can find for your room, rental car and food. Reduce the number of days that you stay.
These are just a few suggestions. You'll get more-specific answers from the Budget Board regulars.