Don’t get overheated on your Disney vacation. Several areas, such as Frontierland in Magic Kingdom, have connected stores- get from point A to point B in the comfort of indoor air conditioning.
If you don’t have a burning need to see the outdoor afternoon parades and shows more than once, skip them after the first day- they’re not too fun with the sun beating down on you!
Let’s face it: Florida summers are hot. Unprepared visitors can be susceptible to too much sun, and occasionally some heat stroke as well. There are easy, inexpensive ways to beat the heat so that you can enjoy your vacation without sweating the small stuff.
First and most importantly, drink plenty of water. The second most important thing is to wear sunblock. Even on relatively cool days, it’s easy to burn, especially when wearing darker colors that attract the sun’s rays. It is much cheaper to avoid sunburn than to treat it- and risk painful vacation memories! If you are especially prone to burning, it may be a good idea to bring sunblock with you to the parks- SPF 50 and above- and reapplying it during the day.
You may see spray misters around the parks: small bottles filled with water that have a battery-powered fan and spray mist. At the parks these can cost over $15. But many large chain stores will sell them for less. They can be filled at the water fountains, and with spare batteries they can last a long time. With rechargeable batteries, you won’t have to pay for overcharged replacements at the parks if they run out in the middle of the day- just pop in the spares and charge them at night.
It may sound silly, but bringing a small travel umbrella is a great way to have shade everywhere you go. Other quick ideas include bringing a small travel-sized deodorant or baby powder and baby wipes to freshen up and cool down a bit. Pack a hat for everyone; if it gets too hot to wear one, soak it in water from the water fountains for a free and instant cool-down.