If you are craving tasty food at a good price on your Walt Disney World Resort Vacation then you should definitely head over to Downtown Disney to check out Earl Of Sandwich.


Earl Of Sandwich
A wide variety of sandwiches and salads dominate the menu at Earl Of Sandwich.  This quick service eatery located in the Marketplace section of Downtown Disney may be the most economical place to eat in all of Disney World.  It is definitely the place to keep to your Food Budget and still enjoy your meal.



Once inside you can choose from the giant menu board.  Don't be discouraged by long lines, as they move really fast.  If your order is not ready by the time you get to the Pay Station you will receive a beeper to let you know when your food is ready.  Don't worry it won't take long to try some of the great food made here.




Whether you choose a salad or one of their 14 signature sandwiches you can't go wrong.  A personal favorite is called The Original 1762.  It is a tremendous Roast Beef Sandwich with Roast Beef, Sharp Cheddar, and Creamy Horseradish Sauce served hot on great tasting bread.  Also pictured above is the Cannonballs sandwich which contains meatballs, mozzarella cheese, and marinara sauce.

Salad lovers may enjoy a choice of 5 different salads served in a bowl or as a wrap if you prefer.  Choices include: Mediterranean, Chinese Chicken Salad, Caprese Salad, The Earl's Cobb, & Chicken Caesar Salad.

Great Quick Service Choice
The Earl Of Sandwich not only serves great food, but it comes at a reasonable price.  Any of the 14 different sandwiches on their menu were just $5.99 each.  The portion sizes are also plenty to satisfy hungry travelers.  Soft drinks are served at a refillable self serve station you are also able to quench your thirst.

You may not find the theming that you get at most Disney World Restaurants, but the food and value definitely make this place worth a stop during your next Disney World Vacation.

Everyone wants a great deal when they go on vacation, and that is certainly the case at the Walt Disney World Resort.  One of the best deals can be found in this quiet looking Barber Shop tucked away in a corner on Main St. in the Magic Kingdom.



Harmony Barber Shop
The Harmony Barber Shop is a real functioning barber shop located within the Magic Kingdom.  They are best known for providing 1st haircuts along with a special set of 1st Haircut Mickey Ears and a certificate, but they also do regular hair cuts all at reasonable rates.


The best deal at the Harmony Barber Shop has nothing to do with hair cutting at all.  For only $7.50 Disney World Guests young or old can have colored hair gel applied to their hair, including the famous "Hidden Mickey" design and Tinker Bell "Pixie Dust" glitter.

Watch the transformation take place in the series of pictures below.  The talented Disney Cast member does an excellent job creating the look that the guest wants, including customizing the colors.

The final look is great and expect to receive complements and questions about where you got it done.  If you are careful it can last up to 3 days if you can refrain from visiting those temping Disney World swimming pools.

Great Disney World Deal!
If you are planning a special surprise for your family on your Disney World Vacation take them to the Harmony Barber Shop to get the special Hair Gel and Glitter treatment.  You can't beat the low cost on this great Magic Kingdom Activity.  They take walk ups so reservations are not required.  The results are amazing and you will be so glad you took our advice.

Everyone knows that a memorable Disney World Vacation can be very expensive.  What people may not know is that there are some great activities that can be done for FREE at Disney World.  They are available to anyone staying at a Walt Disney World Resort, but do not require any tickets or admission.  When your friends say that Disney World is too expensive, be ready to counter them with these Top 6 FREE activities.

Disney World Top 6 FREE Activities


6.  Exploring and Touring Disney's Wilderness Lodge - Disney World Resorts are attractions in their own right and Disney's Wilderness Lodge is certainly one of the most impressive.  This homage to the great National Park Lodges of the Northwest is amazing!  There are free tours offered most days to give you the in depth knowledge or you can explore on your own at any time.  Use Disney Transportation from any Theme Park or Downtown Disney to get to the Wilderness Lodge.  As a special treat take the boat launch at night from the Magic Kingdom to the Wilderness Lodge for an extra special experience.




5.  Sanaa or Jiko and Boma Restaurant Tours - The Disney World Resorts are not the only areas worth touring.  At Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge there are two different daily tours of their unique restaurants.  One is located at the Kidani Village Building for Sanaa and the other is located in the main Jambo House building for a tour of Boma and Jiko.  Each tour takes you through the restaurant and points out the history and cultural traditions that are represented through many amazing artifacts.  As a bonus you are treated to a FREE sampling of the African Breads and dipping sauces.


4.  Watching Wishes Fireworks and Electrical Water Pageant From Polynesian Resort Beach - Did you know that Disney World's Longest Running Parade is actually The Electrical Water Pageant that cruises the Seven Seas Lagoon and Bay Lake each evening?  If you travel to the Polynesian Resort, you can walk down to their sand beaches or boat dock to get a great view of the Wishes Fireworks Display and the Electric Light Parade.  No tickets required to watch this beautiful night time show.


3.  Exploring and Touring Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge - The Grand Floridian Resort may be the most luxurious resort, but Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge takes the cake for most incredibly themed and amazing experience for visiting.  The building itself is structurally appealing with its African design and artifact filled lobby, but this resort has its own Savannah  filled with Giraffes, Ostriches, Wildebeests, Ankole Cattle, and other wonderful animals.


2.  Disney's Boardwalk Night Time Entertainment - Great magicians, jugglers, and other entertainers are FREE to enjoy each night at Disney's Boardwalk.  For about 3 hours each night entertainers perform along the Boardwalk in an up close and personal manner that makes it all the more enjoyable.  Often they include the bystanders (especially children) in their acts as volunteers.  Don't forget to have your cameras with you!


1.  Chip 'n Dale Sing Along at Fort Wilderness - Old school wholesome family fun can still be had at Fort Wilderness and it is FREE for any Walt Disney World Resort Guest to enjoy.  Each evening there is a campfire where marshmallows are roasted (bring your own or purchase there), then Chip 'n Dale, the fun-loving chipmunks join in for a sing along of family friendly songs and a meet and greet and photograph session.  Afterward a Disney Movie is shown on the outdoor screen in an outdoorsy pseudo drive in movie fashion.  The entertainment is totally free and the environment is all about relaxing with families.

There are ways to save money on Dining at the Walt Disney World Resort that don't involve the Disney Dining Plan or special discount cards.  You can save significant amounts of money and still enjoy the Disney World Restaurants by following these tips.

Dining at Disney World is much more than getting your necessary food.  The Table Service Restaurants are each unique dining experiences that are often as entertaining as any Disney World Theme Park attraction.  Just because you are looking to save money does not mean that you have to avoid the Disney World sit down restaurants.


Money Saving Tips For Disney World Dining
The biggest money saving tip while enjoying Disney World's wonderful restaurants is to enjoy these restaurants during the Lunch time (typically from around 11:30 am - 3:30 pm) instead of the Dinner time (after 4:00 pm).

At Buffets like the Biergarten in Epcot Germany there is a significant price difference between the Lunch and Dinner rate.  In this case for an Adult (ages 10 and up) the Lunch costs $25.99 and the Dinner costs $34.99.  This is a difference of $9.00 per person or almost 35% higher.  For a family of 4 this would add up to an increase of over $45 once you figure in tax and tip.  You will find similar Lunch time savings at all of the Disney World Buffet Restaurants including favorites like: Tusker House in Disney's Animal Kingdom, Hollywood & Vine at Disney's Hollywood Studios, Askershus Royal Banquet Hall in Epcot, and the Crystal Palace in the Magic Kingdom.

When you dine at one of Disney World's Buffet locations you are there for the experience as much as the food.  At the Biergarten you can see the same entertainment during Lunch that you can at dinner.  For the most part there is very little difference in the food offering as well.


Get Signature Dishes For Less
When you dine at Le Cellier in Epcot Canada the signature dish is the Le Cellier Mushroom Filet Mignon.  During Lunch you can enjoy the Mushroom Filet for $25.99 while it will cost you $34.99 during Dinner.  In this case again a difference of $9.00 for the one entree.


If you are dining at the Wilderness Lodge's Whispering Canyon Cafe you may want to try their famous Canyon Skillet - Smoked Pork Ribs, Oven-roasted Chicken, and Pork Sausage served with Cowboy Beans, Corn on the Cob, Creamy Coleslaw, Mashed Potatoes, and Fresh-baked Cornbread.  During Lunch hours it will cost you $18.99 per person while during Dinner hours the price goes up to $26.99, an increase of $8.00 per person.

Save Hundreds Of Dollars
During your typical Disney World Vacation for a family of 4 that visits for 6 full days you can save up to  $250 - $300 by choosing to eat at Table Service Restaurants during the Lunch Hours and at Quick Service Restaurants during the Dinner Hours.

Note: Savings is not available on all menu offerings during the Lunch hours, but is available on several like the examples shown.

Added Benefits
By choosing to eat at Table Service Restaurants for Lunch and Quick Service Restaurants for Dinner you also will receive these added benefits:

• The Disney World Parks are usually the most crowded in the early afternoon.  You will avoid this crowded time by being in a restaurant, enjoying your meal.
• You will be eating your less time consuming meal at a Quick Service Restaurant when the attraction waits are shorter during the evenings.
• You will escape the Florida afternoon heat by going to an air conditioned Table Service Restaurant.
• You don't have to worry about missing the night time fireworks, parade, or show because you are still eating your meal in the Table Service Restaurants.
• It is easier to get reservations for Lunch hours at Disney World Table Service Restaurants on shorter notice.

Enjoy Disney World Dining For Less
Dining at Disney World is an experience that will certainly enhance your vacation if you get the chance to enjoy the Disney World Table Service Restaurants.  By booking these restaurants during the Lunch Hours you will save significant amounts of money and still get all of the benefits of dining at these great restaurants.

By following this money saving tip, you can still enjoy the great Disney Restaurants and the great signature dishes without ruining your vacation budget.  When planning your next Disney World Vacation strongly consider this option.  There is nothing wrong with paying less for the same great meals that everyone else is raving about.  That is called being smart!