Family of 6 Minimalist Packing Orlando/Disney in Feb

[castoral]

This will be our 4th tried since 2013 with one other in Feb (but it was lows in 60s/highs in mid 80s). Typically I was the mom with everything and the kitchen sink, matching outfits each day with a change before dinner. I had everything "just in case." I'm done with the stress though. We've been on a minimalist journey the past year and this is a huge area I'd like to change.

Kids are age 9,7,6 and 3 so we will only have a single BOB this trip. I've seen other post on minimalist park bags so I'm good there.

We are driving though, with a stay in TN half way down. We then will be at Wyndham Bonnet Creek Feb 3-6th (where we plan to cook in each day), then Poly DVC Feb 6-11th (on dining plan). What would you pack during that time frame?

 

[udflyer00]

when we've been down during this timeframe it's usually been in the 70's, possible low 80's during the day, but then can really drop temps in the evening. I personally was still in shorts and a T, possibly with a light jacket, but my wife basically packed shorts and t's for everyone with a pair or 2 black or gray pants that would match any shirt if needed.

 

[iheartglaciers]

I think the Uniqlo ultra light down jackets are indispensable for the colder months at Disney. They squish to a really small size, so I can even bring it with me to the parks in my small handbag and use it at night. They can be expensive if they're not on sale... Costco has a really similar one right now for $20. It saves a lot of room by not having to pack a regular coat or too many sweatshirts.

 

[castoral]

Here is my packing list I came up with:

In car:
Softsided cooler with waters, lunch, snacks
DVDs in binder
1 read along book
ipads
binder for coloring
small pouch of word games/activities to act out and do
MacBook
1 blanket per kid
1 single BOB stroller

Overnight bag for trip down: each person - 1 swimsuit, pjs, change of clothes (pants, short sleeve shirt, undies, socks), power strip, chargers

Main bags:
Boys - another swim suit, another pair pjs, 3 pairs shorts (khaki, grey, black...5 bottoms total with two pairs of pants in laundry at this point), 1 sweatshirt (my boys live in their UA sweatshirts), 4 short sleeve, 2 long sleeve shirt, 3 pairs undies, 3 pairs socks (5 pairs total), crocs, hat

Girls - another swim suit, another pair pjs, another pair leggings, 2 pairs shorts, 2 short sleeve, 2 long sleeve, 1 dress, 3 more pairs undies and socks, crocs

Husband - 3 pairs undies and socks, 3 shorts (khaki and grey UA golf, black athletic), 2 more short sleeve, 2 long sleeve, 1 polo, 1 more swim suit, 2 pjs, 1 sweatshirt, 1 hat

Me - hahahaha, will take WAY more planning

Toiletries - small first aid kit, moleskin and small scissors, travel pack doterra shampoo/conditioner, 1 razor, small shaving cream, 2 deodorant, 6 toothbrushes, kids toothpaste, adult toothpaste, floss, eyeglasses, contracts/holder, solution, brush/clip, straightner, skin care, sunscreen, small makeup bag, 2 extra towels (staying DVC), few tide pods, stain remover, sunglasses, chapstick, pop up hamper

Park Bag - gift cards, tickets, Magic Bands, lanyards and pins, camera, wallet, Hidden Mickey book, autograph book and 2 sharpies, 6 small ponchos, bag of pennies/quarters, smashed penny book

 

[Mainemama]

Family of 5 here, our 3 kids are similar ages. I am heading down tomorrow (!!!!) and have opted to pack only carry-ons. We have also stayed in February, and I think our packing plan could work then, too. I am assuming access to laundry, planning to do a load half-way through trip. Each person has:
3 pairs pants for girls (including the 1 we are wearing.) 2 of these pairs are leggings for layering under skirts/dress, 2 pairs boys (the boy will wear shorts if 45 degrees.)
3 pairs shorts (or a skirt)
5 t-shirts or a dress counts as a t-shirt (including what we have on on plane.)
2 pairs pjs
2 bathing suits (this is my most important to have multiple of, as I don't like to put wet suits back on and we swim everyday)
A pair of crocs/keens (wearing sneakers on plane)
A fleece coat or ultralight down coat (our forecast looks warm, so will likely take fleece, but my last Feb. trip I swore never without a winter coat again, as it was 32 degrees on one of our MK days. SDMT was freeeeeezing!)
A knit hat and gloves, ball cap for me (I hate sun in eyes)
5 pairs undies and socks
All of this has fit really easily in 3 rollaboards. (DH is packing separately). I have learned not to bring anything for kids to play with except a comfort stuffy, book or two, and their tablets. This leaves room in their backpacks for a coat/shoes/etc. I know driving is another can of worms. Have a great trip!

 

[maxiesmom]

Not an item to pack, but I would set aside money for a rental stroller, just in case. You may find that after a few days the 6 or 7 year old may need to ride a bit, especially at Epcot or the Animal Kingdom. And if you don't need to use the money splurge for something nice at the end of the trip.

 

[crazylady]

How about extra shoes and/or flip flops? And I second the idea suggestion of hats and gloves