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Henderson family · July 12–19, 2026
What to Bring
Personalised for 2 adults · kids ages 4 & 9 · Grand Floridian · July (summer)
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Stroller guide · Family with ages 4 & 9
Do you need a stroller?
Disney involves 8–14 miles of walking per day. Even kids who never use strollers at home will need one by afternoon.
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Jamie's recommendation: Yes — bring or rent a double stroller for ages 4 & 9. Your 4-year-old will need it by 2pm every day without fail. Your 9-year-old will deny needing it until 8pm, then be very grateful it's there for the fireworks walk-home. Book third-party rental 30–45 days out — summer dates sell out.
Size limit
31″ × 52″
Single stroller max
Double limit
31″ × 60″
Side-by-side/tandem
Wagons
Banned
No Keenz or pull wagons
Disney in-park rental
Available at all 4 parks + Disney Springs
No hotel use
Must return nightly
$15 single
$27 multi-day
$27 multi-day
✓ No planning needed — grab one at park entrance
✓ Replacement if lost (show your receipt)
✓ Works across parks with receipt swap
✓ Replacement if lost (show your receipt)
✓ Works across parks with receipt swap
✗ Hard plastic — kids can't nap comfortably
✗ Must return before leaving the park — can't use on monorail ride home
✗ $31/day for double ($217 for 7 days) vs ~$75 total with 3rd party
✗ Must return before leaving the park — can't use on monorail ride home
✗ $31/day for double ($217 for 7 days) vs ~$75 total with 3rd party
ScooterBug
Disney's Featured Provider — no meetup needed
Disney Featured
Hotel delivery
~$90
7-day rental
7-day rental
✓ Only company allowed to deliver directly to Bell Services — you don't need to meet the driver
✓ Works with Disney Cast Members for pickup too
✓ Use it everywhere: parks, resort, monorail
✓ Works with Disney Cast Members for pickup too
✓ Use it everywhere: parks, resort, monorail
✗ Slightly pricier than Kingdom Strollers at 7 days
✗ Fewer model options than third-party
✗ Fewer model options than third-party
Book ScooterBug ↗
(800) 726-8284
Kingdom Strollers
Most popular 3rd-party · Best model selection
Editor's pick
Best value
$65–75
4–7 day rental
4–7 day rental
✓ City Mini GT Single ($65 for 1 week) or Double ($75 for 1 week)
✓ BOB Revolution flex for heavier kids (your 9-year-old)
✓ Airport pickup available at MCO
✓ Clean, well-maintained, comes with rain cover + parent console
✓ BOB Revolution flex for heavier kids (your 9-year-old)
✓ Airport pickup available at MCO
✓ Clean, well-maintained, comes with rain cover + parent console
✗ Must meet driver in hotel lobby — schedule a 1-hour window
✗ Book 30–45 days ahead for summer — popular models sell out
✗ Book 30–45 days ahead for summer — popular models sell out
Orlando Stroller Rentals
Great for double strollers, BOB + City Mini options
Budget friendly
$75
3 nights/4 days double
3 nights/4 days double
✓ Baby Jogger City Mini GT2 Double $75 for 3–4 days (most popular)
✓ BOB double also available
✓ Airport MCO pickup available
✓ BOB double also available
✓ Airport MCO pickup available
✗ Must meet driver for delivery/pickup
✗ Communication less proactive than Kingdom Strollers
✗ Communication less proactive than Kingdom Strollers
Stroller rules & pro tips
Strollers fit in monorail, boats, and Skyliner gondolas — no need to fold
On buses, strollers must be collapsed and stored (great reason to have a lightweight model)
Disney strollers cannot leave the park — third-party strollers can ride the monorail all the way back to Grand Floridian
Stroller parking areas exist outside every attraction — Cast Members may reposition them. Tie a distinctive bandana or balloon so you can find yours
Don't leave valuables in unattended strollers. Use the stroller for bags and snacks, not for phones or wallets
AirTag in the stroller is worth every penny — drop it in the basket before day one
Stroller fan (clipped onto canopy) is essential for July — the 4-year-old will thank you
Wagons are not permitted — includes Keenz and all pull-style wagons
The Henderson family park bag strategy
Two-bag system: a lightweight backpack left in the stroller for bulk items (sunscreen, snacks, changes of clothes), plus a small crossbody/sling on the adult at all times with valuables. The stroller becomes your rolling supply depot.
🎒 Your daily park bag — what goes where
Organised by location: on your body, in your backpack, in the stroller
💡 Jamie's tip: Pack the bag the night before with snacks, a fresh change of clothes for each kid, and a full portable charger. Morning prep = 5 minutes, not 45. Keep sunscreen, wipes, and a Sharpie at the top of your bag — you'll reach for them constantly.
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👜 Adult crossbody/sling (always on you, through rides)
Phone · MagicBands+ · ID + 1 credit card · $20–40 cash · Chapstick · Disposable poncho · Small sunscreen · Hand sanitizer · Gum/mints · Kid ID wristbands (contact info written inside)
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🎒 Main backpack (in stroller while on rides)
Portable charger (10,000mAh+) · Water bottles × 4 · Snack bag (granola bars, dried fruit, crackers) · Full-size sunscreen SPF 50+ · Cooling towels × 2 · Wipes (always) · Kids' bandaids · Motion sickness tablets (Bonine) · Moleskin/KT tape (blisters) · Ziploc gallon bags × 2 (waterproof for rides) · Lightweight layer for A/C and evening
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👶 Kids zone (stroller under-basket)
Complete outfit change per child · Emma's princess accessories (tiara, wand) · Tyler's Star Wars hat/lanyard · Autograph book + fat Sharpie · Small activity/sticker book (line entertainment) · Kid-safe sunscreen SPF 70 · Kids' Benadryl + Tylenol · Pull-up backup (for 4-year-old, just in case) · Swim diapers if pool day follows
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🌡 July summer additions
Misting fan (clip to stroller canopy) · Cooling mist spray bottle · Electrolyte packets (Liquid IV) × 4/day · Neck fans × 2 adults · Umbrella or rain jacket (July means daily PM storms) · Aqua socks or flip flops (splash pads, pool) · Extra socks × 2 per person (changing socks mid-day is a game-changer)
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📸 Photo & media
MagicBand+ linked to PhotoPass (scan at every photographer) · Small waterproof phone pouch for water rides · Extra USB cable (lightning + USB-C) · FuelRod swap station card (kiosks at every park) · Screen shots of all confirmation numbers offline
Where to buy Disney park gear
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Amazon
Best prices, Prime delivery to resort
Portable chargers
Ponchos (8-packs, $6)
Neck fans
FuelRods
Stroller accessories
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shopDisney
Official Disney gear & ears
Mickey ears
Autograph books
MagicBand+ options
Princess accessories
Star Wars gear
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AllEars Store
Expert-curated Disney gear
Curated packing lists
Comfort gear
Park-tested items
Snack recommendations
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Hoka / On Cloud
Top-rated Disney walking shoes
Hoka Clifton (adults)
On Cloud 5 (adults)
Brooks Ghost
Skechers slip-ons (kids)
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Etsy Disney
Custom ears, matching family
Custom family ears
Matching outfits
Personalized bags
Character shirts
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Target / Walmart
Pick up in Orlando on arrival day
Sunscreen in bulk
Snacks and water
Disposable ponchos
Cheap umbrella stroller
Stroller rental services
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Kingdom Strollers
Best 3rd-party — BOB, City Mini GT
Single from $65 (7 days)
Double from $75 (7 days)
MCO airport pickup
Rain cover included
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ScooterBug
Disney's Featured Provider · no meetup
Delivers to Bell Services
~$90 for 7 days
No driver meetup needed
ECVs & wheelchairs too
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Orlando Stroller Rentals
Great BOB double · MCO pickup
City Mini GT2 Double $75/3 days
BOB double $85/3 days
Cooler + rain cover
MCO airport pickup
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Disney in-park rental
Available at all parks · no planning needed
Single $15/day, $13 multi-day
Double $31/day, $27 multi-day
No reservation required
Must return nightly at park