A trip to Disneyland is a great way to treat your kids to something truly special. If you're planning a fun excursion to this park, then why not surprise your kids with the announcement? We've got some excellent ways for you to announce your plans here.
Imagine the delight on your kids' faces when they find out that they'll be taking a trip to one of the most magical places on Earth. Many kids dream of visiting a Disney park, where they can interact with their favorite characters, ride on fantastic rides, and see attractions that they can't see anywhere else.
It's a good idea to have everything finalized before surprising your child. Your children won't care about the ins and outs of how you're getting there or what accommodations you pick; all they care about is knowing for certain that you'll be going!
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So, without any further ado, let's get into these amazing ideas for surprising your kid with a trip to Disney. Make sure to check out our other Disney articles; we cover everything from a Disney survival guide to the best hotels to stay at.
Disneyland Scavenger Hunt
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With this method, you'll plan out a scavenger hunt that will lead your child to the news that you'll be going to Disneyland! Keep the hints simple and fun for them; while you want it to be somewhat of a challenge, you don't want to frustrate your child by making it too difficult.
If you can, keep the clues Disney-themed. Perhaps the next clue will be next to a fish tank, so you'll ask where Flounder the fish might reside if he lived in your home. Eventually, the clues will lead to one of the most exciting surprises of your child's life!
Printable Boarding Passes
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We have a great template for you to create boarding passes to surprise your children with! Of course, these boarding passes can't be used for your trip, but they can serve as a fun and memorable way to make the announcement. Slip one under your child's pillow during the day, or tuck it under their plate at dinner.
These boarding passes are super cute, so they'll be great for keeping on hand as a memorable keepsake of your fun trip. With boarding passes being available on phones nowadays, you don't have to worry about printing actual boarding passes. Keep the focus on these fake ones for a great surprise!
Mickey-Themed Breakfast
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This can be simple or fancy, whichever you choose. You can use some simple Mickey Mouse cookie cutters to make pancakes, or you can go all out with Mickey shaped eggs and waffles. The kids' curiosity will be piqued at all the Mickey-themed foods, and you can choose how you want to surprise them from there! One idea is to put a ticket inside of a helium balloon (black so they can't see it, or clear if you like to see them going crazy all through breakfast). Then, let your kids “pop” the balloon that is tied to their chair!
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A Surprise Basket
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Include Disney-themed goodies in this basket, with a ticket to Disneyland in the very center. At first, your children will think that you're just surprising them with some fun toys and treats. Imagine their surprise when they find a ticket inside!
You can come up with any reason you want for why you're giving your children this basket, before you unveil the surprise. Maybe you're rewarding them for doing their chores religiously, or for getting good grades. Or, maybe you just wanted to bring big smiles to their faces!
A Surprise Visitor
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Leave a stuffed Mickey Mouse on your child's pillow to surprise them with the news. They'll initially think that you simply got them a new stuffed toy, and nothing more. Then, surprise them with the news that Mickey has come to announce a trip to Disneyland!
As an alternative, you can tape a ticket to Disneyland on the back of Mickey. Your child won't notice it at first, but once they pick the toy up they should notice the great surprise. Try to find a stuffed Mickey that's small enough for your child to take with them on your trip!
Mickey Mouse Surprise
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Let Mickey Mouse deliver the news himself with this life-sized Mickey Mouse air walker balloon! These things are so cool, and you can get the other characters too! Make sure you have something on hand to blow these balloons up with; you don't want to have to use your own lungs!
In the morning or once your child is home from school, bring out the Mickey balloon and announce the surprise. If you can do a good Mickey Mouse impersonation, then that's a bonus! While this balloon won't last as long as a stuffed animal, it's truly a fun and memorable way to make this special announcement.
Tips for Planning a Disney Vacation
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With planning and good execution, a Disney vacation will be a week that your children will never forget. Going to Disney is a highlight of many kids' childhoods, and for good reason. It's hard to deny the impact the magic this theme park has! Follow our tips for planning the perfect Disney vacation.
Start saving far in advance. Disney vacations are fairly expensive, between flights, tickets, accommodations, and food. It's important that you form a budget and start saving far in advance! You don't want to be short of cash when your vacation rolls around. While you don't need to set a limitless budget, it's a good idea to financially plan for a number of activities your family can enjoy together.
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Book reservations and flights in advance. If you want the best chance possible at getting the accommodations and flight that you want, you should book in advance. Booking last minute means that your options will be quite limited. Do your research beforehand to make sure you're getting the best bang for your buck, especially when it comes to a place to stay.
Consider staying outside of the park. Accommodations may be cheaper outside of the park. During the peak season, you may have a hard time finding availability in the park, especially if you're booking close to your trip. Consider some of the hotels in the surrounding area; they often are just as comfortable as hotels in the park, but for a cheaper price.
Buy souvenirs toward the end of your time in the park each day. Keeping a bunch of souvenirs with you during your time in the park can get cumbersome. Consider buying souvenirs on the way out of the park to make it easier. Remember that you can only buy what can fit in your luggage! It's important to establish this with your kids early on, so that there's no disappointment. Sit down with your kids prior to departure and explain the limitations that they have when it comes to buying souvenirs.
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