Any suggestions on keeping a three year old cooled down in Disney World in July?

Question

We have been to DW so many, many times, but never in the summer months. We don't plan of visiting the parks during the daytime, but it is still hot in the evenings. Any parents out there been there recently with a little one? If so, what did you do to keep the child as cool as possible so he could enjoy himself somewhat.

Answer 1

Bring a hand towel from your hotel room, rinse it in cool water (the water from the water fountains is always cold) and rub his arms (including the inside part of the elbow) and the back of his neck with the moist towel, then put the towel away in a zip-lock bag.

Make sure you use plenty of sun-block and get him a hat, not a cap, a hat, it will not only cover his face but also help protect his neck.

Keep your child hydrated! This means water not coke or sugary drinks.

If staying on property (I highly recommend this), plan to return to your resort in mid-day to visit the pool.

Answer 2

Make sure all of you (your entire group, including you) stays well fed and well hydrated. Bring water with you - it will save you money and keep you from having to wait in line. I usually freeze several small or medium sized bottles and keep them in a lightweight cooler (the fabric ones, not the hard plastic ones). As they melt during the day, you have really cold water to drink. Drink lots BEFORE you start your day. By the time you feel thirsty, you may already be beginning to dehydrate.

Eating a good breakfast, lunch, etc. is also important. Try to limit the sugary stuff, at least until you've had some real food...lol.

Sunscreen (waterproof, sweatproof), light comfortable clothing, a hat for the child, and a shaded stroller will also be great.

Take frequent breaks during your time there - don't try to see everything in one day, it's impossible. Pick the things on the map that you really want to do and you'll have a better time than trying to see it all.

Your child will have fun if you are having fun, and if your day isn't too stressful. Just relax, and have fun. :)

Answer 3

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Answer 4

I will also be at Disney world in July. ( 23rd-30th). I usually I go every year but in the winter. I had a cancellation for a condo that i already paid for so now i have to go alone or rent it out. I would say that the most common sense things for a 3 year old is to bring lots of water. I would freeze a few bottles ahead of time and just allow them to melt. Lots of sunblock and a baseball cap. There are lots o shady places to rest I would take lots of breaks out of the sun by going to the indoor shows and rides.

Answer 5

Disney does an excellent job of keeping guests cool. They set up spray misters around the parks in the hot months. Epcot has a Coca Cola pavilion area that is deep chilled and has free Coke products in it to sample. Ariel's Grotto in Magic Kingdom has a splash and play fountain area as does one section of Downtown Disney. You can take water bottles into the parks with you. I took my daughter when she was three in August and we were able to keep her cool. The mister fans that you can purchase before your trip also help. You may also want to purchase a bandanna that you can dip in ice water and tie around her neck.

Also, all Disney restaurants and to-go eateries will give you free cups of ice water. You just need to ask for it.

Have fun!

Answer 6

Well you have a few options! You can keep a wet washcloth in a zip-lock bag and refresh it throughout the day. You can make sure your child has a misting fan with them in their stroller. You can purchase one of those cooling baseball caps at Wal Mart or at the parks (you dip them in water and they stay cool all day). Make sure your child drinks LOTS of water and make sure they are wearing a hat or visor and sweatproof sunscreen so it won't get in their eyes and sting.

Take a peek at my Disney Vacation Services Blog, I'm All Ears for more tips, advice and vacation planning at: http://im-all-ears-disney-vacation-services.blogspot.com/

Have a great trip!

Answer 7

If I can remember correctly, Disney has a mist machine that you walk under to cool down.

Bottled water is good any time of year.

Make sure he wears light clothes, but make sure he doesn't get sunburnt.

Let him pick out a hat that he can wear.

Bring sunscreen and something to get the mosquitos away at night.

Answer 8

bring plenty of water, and a change of clothes.

There are several places that you can get wet (and therefore cool off) Go to Ariel's Grotto. In the area there are fun water fountains that the kids (and adults) can get wet.

Try to do a lot of indoor shows and rides (like Mickey's Philharmagic or It's a Small World)

Answer 9

When I went we saw alot of parents carrying a spray bottle with a fan on it. You can buy these at the parks, but I would not recommend buying them there. There 18.00 dollars a pop! Go to walmart and buy one for 4 dollars. Hope this helped.

Answer 10

We bought out four year old a battery operated fan connected to a water bottle. It worked great.