The Disney World cutback is real, but what does that really mean?

Diehard Disney fans have realized that they have been priced out of the “Most Magical Place on Earth,” but skipping the parks is not an option for them. So, instead, they have been forced to cut back on some of the major purchases they once made in the parks. Hence, the name Disney World cutbacks.

Mickey Mouse in a tuxedo stands in front of a Disney World castle on a themed street. To the side, there's an open suitcase filled with stacks of cash, hinting at $10 million and a Lifetime Pass to endless whimsical adventures and opulence.
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Disney World Cutbacks

Since the pandemic, Walt Disney World has become significantly more expensive, far outpacing the country’s high inflation rate. Combined with external pressures, guests have cut back on trips to Disney World or the extras they once purchased in the parks.

Disney World has also drastically reduced its free offerings, forcing guests to pay for items that were once free, such as MagicBands, the Magical Express, and Lightning Lane passes. 

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Disney fans took to social media to express their disgust with Disney’s nickel-and-diming and share what they’ve chosen to forgo at the parks. One of the most common reactions came from guests giving up their season passes.

With few new rides and attractions, guests felt there wasn’t value in purchasing a season pass for the price Disney World was asking. Many of those giving up their season passes were out-of-towners who would visit the parks two or three times a year and stay on Disney property for days or a week at a time.

The loss of these frequent guests is a double blow for Disney World. Not only do they lose money from a season pass, but they also spend money on hotel stays and parks, which these guests are forgoing.

Fans also took to social media to express their disinterest in after-hours events like Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. While the low-end tickets for the Magic Kingdom event remained at $119, the higher-demand dates saw a 15 percent increase to $229 a person. This is the first time the ticket price for this event has broken $200.

While Disney World won’t miss one or two families that aren’t taking trips to Central Florida, dozens took to social media to explain their Disney World cutbacks. These aren’t just every once-in-a-while travelers; these are Disney diehards giving up large portions of their Disney trips.

However, the company isn’t missing them, with Disney Parks and Experiences making massive profits. It’s still a disturbing trend that these people are learning to live without Disney World.

What have you been forced to give up on your last Disney trip due to expenses? Let us know in the comments. 

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