Comprehensive Budget Planner

Budget Calculator Worksheet

Fixed Costs (Book in Advance)

| Item | Budget Option | Mid-Range | Luxury | Your Cost | |------|--------------|-----------|---------|-----------| | Accommodation (3 nights) | | Partner Hotel | €300 | €600 | €1500 | €_____ | | Disney Hotel | €600 | €1200 | €2500 | €_____ | | Park Tickets (3 days) | | 2 Adults | €400 | €400 | €400 | €_____ | | 2 Children | €360 | €360 | €360 | €_____ | | Transportation | | Train/Bus | €100 | €150 | €300 | €_____ | | Car + Parking | €150 | €150 | €150 | €_____ | | SUBTOTAL | €910-1,010 | €1,660-1,710 | €3,160-3,210 | €_____ |

Variable Costs (During Visit)

| Category | Budget | Mid-Range | Luxury | Your Estimate | |----------|---------|-----------|---------|---------------| | Daily Food | | Breakfast | €0 (hotel) | €40 | €60 | €_____ | | Lunch | €40 | €60 | €100 | €_____ | | Dinner | €60 | €100 | €150 | €_____ | | Snacks/Drinks | €20 | €40 | €60 | €_____ | | 3-Day Food Total | €360 | €720 | €1,110 | €_____ | | Souvenirs | | Per Person | €25 | €50 | €100 | €_____ | | Family Total | €100 | €200 | €400 | €_____ | | Extras | | Photos | €0 | €75 | €99 | €_____ | | Premier Access | €0 | €100 | €300 | €_____ | | Character Dining | €0 | €200 | €400 | €_____ | | EXTRAS TOTAL | €0 | €375 | €799 | €_____ | | GRAND TOTAL | €1,370-1,470 | €2,955-3,005 | €5,469-5,519 | €_____ |

Money-Saving Strategies by Category

Accommodation Savings - Book partner hotels with free breakfast - Stay in nearby towns (Serris, Val d'Europe) - Visit during value season - Share family rooms - Book packages during promotions - Use hotel points/rewards

Ticket Savings - Buy online in advance (up to 25% off) - Visit during Magic (low) season - Consider 2-day tickets if sufficient - Look for package deals - Check employer discounts - Avoid peak dates

Food Budget Hacks - Eat breakfast at hotel - Pack allowed snacks - Share adult meals - Drink free water - Eat main meal at lunch (cheaper) - Use Disney Village for dinner

Souvenir Strategies - Set per-person budgets - Buy pressed pennies (€2) - Shop Disney Store before trip - Focus on exclusive items only - Take free celebration buttons - Create photo souvenirs

Hidden Costs to Remember

Often Forgotten Expenses - Parking at hotel (if driving) - Tips for housekeeping - Laundry if needed - Phone roaming charges - Rain ponchos (€10 each) - Extra batteries/chargers - Locker rentals - Stroller rental - Medical supplies - Travel insurance

Budget Templates by Family Type

Young Family (2 adults, 2 children under 8) - Focus: Character experiences, gentle rides - Stay: Disney's Hotel Santa Fe - Meals: One character meal, rest quick service - Extras: Stroller rental, early bedtimes - Total: €2,000-2,500

Teen Family (2 adults, 2 teens) - Focus: Thrill rides, late nights - Stay: Partner hotel - Meals: Quick service, one nice dinner - Extras: Premier Access for top rides - Total: €2,200-2,700

Multi-Generation (6 people, various ages) - Focus: Something for everyone - Stay: Apartment rental - Meals: Mix of self-catering and dining - Extras: DAS pass, rest breaks - Total: €3,000-3,500

Couple's Romantic Trip - Focus: Fine dining, atmosphere - Stay: Disneyland Hotel - Meals: Character breakfast, nice dinners - Extras: Spa, champagne - Total: €2,500-3,000