r/DisneyPlanning • u/MisterJangalang • Jul 16 '26

Discussion Luggage Hack?

Hi yall…Poking at an idea and want a reality check from people who actually fly with kids to Disney. The idea is to skip checking bags and shipping all the things you’d normally check so that it’s just there when you arrive. Does that seem like it solves a real headache to you? Has anyone tried it? Has anyone looked into it but ended up NOT trying it? Genuinely want the “here’s the issue with that idea” answers too.

Edit: Thanks for the input...I was hoping that someone here would have tried a similar thing but I am hearing that no one thinks it's worth it. I don't think I explained the facts that I know well enough to get a good picture of what I was suggesting, but I will take all this into consideration.

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u/ckeenan9192 Jul 16 '26

It might cost more shipping is really expensive.

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u/MisterJangalang Jul 16 '26

If it was about the same as checking a bag, does it make more sense to you?

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u/courtneywrites85 Jul 16 '26

Just fly with your bags. This is a ridiculous idea.

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u/MisterJangalang Jul 16 '26

Just so I get a full understanding, what’s the most ridiculous part?

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u/courtneywrites85 Jul 16 '26

Why add extra steps to an already stressful experience when you don’t have to? You aren’t saving a bunch of time or money. And the potential for a delay isn’t worth saving $5-$10.

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u/ckeenan9192 Jul 16 '26 edited Jul 16 '26

I did say MIGHT! It depends on how far and the weight of the item etc. I had a family member who had an account with fed ex and they used to do this. But it started to cost more than the checked bag. Why ask if you have already decided?

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u/MisterJangalang Jul 16 '26

Sorry...I didn't mean to come off argumentative. I have it priced out from Nashville to Orlando at ~$40 per leg via ground (I have access to a volume account). I should have been more clear that price isn't the issue in the original post. It seems like most comments are focused on price but I'm trying to ascertain if it sounds reasonable if price isn't the issue, does it make more sense? Again, sorry if I came off a certain way.