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24-05-2025
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10 Disney Memorabilia You Might Have That Is Worth Big Money
Disney is where the magic happens. If you've ever taken your family — or even just yourself — to one of the theme parks, you already know that. And you know Disney is the place to go if you want to make lasting memories. Read More: Find Out: Part of making memories means collecting memorabilia along the way, but sometimes you end up buying things you never end up looking at again. If you've gone through a storage unit or old box lately and found Disney memorabilia you no longer want, don't toss it out. It could be worth some money. In April 2025, a 60th anniversary framed pin set sold for $425 online. This particular set had a few minor scratches in the acrylic, which goes to show your memorabilia doesn't have to be in perfect condition. 'Some things that hold their value I think are certain Disney Pins, because there are still Disney pin collectors and there are limited edition and special pins collectors are always looking for,' said Steve Griswold of Pixie Vacations. Discover More: Snow globes are magical — like Disney — but some can also be valuable. On eBay, one seller recently sold a 'Finding Nemo' snow globe from the early 1990s for $210. The globe was brand new with a working blower and song. Do you have a bunch of old tickets or photos from a trip to Disney World? If so, you could potentially sell them for a tidy sum. One seller online put together 29 original Disney World photos of park attractions, characters and the like, as well as multiple tickets, a parking ticket and collectible cards for $100. Disney-themed pocket watches can go for some money, too. One metal pocket watch depicting Goofy recently sold for $100. The watch itself had never been used and was in its original box from 2001. Check your closets and drawers to see if you've stuffed anything like this in there that you're willing to part with. Vintage items are always worth appraising before you donate or toss them out. On sites like eBay, you can find vintage slide puzzles for around $129 apiece. If you find something that screams 'classic Disney' in your house, it could be worth some money. If you have a collection of Disney pins and magnets, consider combining them into one lot and selling them. One seller did this on eBay and got $182 — the lot included 45 collectible pins and magnets, including duplicates You might think that old metal tray you got from Disney is only good as mantle decor, but it could be worth quite a bit. A vintage metal tray from Disneyland (circa the 1950s or 1960s) went for $190 recently. It even had a few scratches and other marks from where it'd been hung or seen general wear and tear over the years. Once again, vintage is key when you're looking to make money on Disney memorabilia. This goes for themed items you might get from your hotel stay. One 'old-school' engraved metal plaque from 1999 sold for $200 recently on eBay. While less common, some Disney items are worth thousands of dollars — and have sold for as much. Chuck Costas, vice president of business development at Propstore, shared a list of some Disney memorabilia that has gone for top dollar. These include: Space Mountain Ride Vehicle for $50,169 Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room Fountain Shield for $37,500 'When Disney parks decommissioned or revamped rides, the old theme park rides were sometimes broken up and sold to collectors,' said Costas. 'Some of those can now be very valuable.' You can find out if your Disney memorabilia is worth something on sites like Heritage Auction, eBay or Live Auctioneers. On eBay in particular, check out the 'Completed' or 'Sold' listings to see what previous items have sold for. More From GOBankingRates 5 Types of Cars Retirees Should Stay Away From Buying 5 Cities You Need To Consider If You're Retiring in 2025 This article originally appeared on 10 Disney Memorabilia You Might Have That Is Worth Big Money Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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04-03-2025
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How Much Disney Costs Through a Travel Agent vs Booking Yourself — Is It Worth It?
Planning a trip to Walt Disney World Resort? One question might be whether you should book it yourself or use a travel agent that specializes in Disney family vacations. Your budget is one factor, of course. Learn More: Find Out: But there are other considerations, too. Disney vacation prices vary depending on whether you book a Value, Moderate or Deluxe resort, and the type of deals you can find at any given time. In March 2025, for instance, you can save between 20% and 30% on stays of five nights or more between May 1 and July 31. As an example, GOBankingRates priced out a five-night stay from July 15 to July 20, for a family of four with two kids, ages 7 and 9. The lowest-priced resort on the list was used for comparison purposes: Disney's All-Star Sports Resort. With four days' worth of single-park tickets, the total came to $3,420.66. A travel agent who preferred to remain anonymous said that this was the best deal available right now. Of course, you could spend more at a higher end resort. In short: A regular person can snag the same deals as a Disney travel agent. However, you may earn special perks with a travel agent that can help reduce costs. For example, some agents offer gift card incentives to entice new customers or reward loyal clients, or put together a 'goodie bag' style package to get their clients excited about the trip. Plus, once you find an agent you trust, there's the reassurance you are getting the best price. 'A travel agent that specializes in Disney destinations will know the latest deals. They will also move your booking from your current deal to a better deal if a new, better deal is released,' said Steven Griswold, owner of the travel agency Pixie Vacations. For You: In most cases, using a travel agent for your Disney vacation should not cost more than booking yourself. 'Some travel agents do charge a planning fee, so it's aways a good idea to ask about that when looking for a travel agent,' said Theresa Bauman, a Disney travel agent. 'Most just get paid on commission, but either way, you are helping out a small business!' Some Disney fans found they could save money by staying off-site, but only if they have affordable access to a VRBO or they own a time-share. Cate Cremin, a frequent traveler from New Jersey, often uses her timeshare to reduce the overall cost of a Disney vacation. 'Shades of Green tickets, which is a military benefit, reduces the cost of park tickets,' she added, but this benefit is only available to eligible service members and their spouses. 'Getting Disney gift cards when they're on sale at local retailers also helps with cost savings for in-park spending,' Cremin said. Lisa Marie Arnold, a mom from Bay Shore, New York, agreed. 'We buy gift cards from Sam's Club when they're running a special, and we'll use those gift cards to pay for souvenirs, hotel, park tickets — anything.' She added, 'Saving money at the parks has become harder. We do Walmart pick-up orders for water bottles and snacks to save money at the parks.' Arnold said she has never used a travel agent for her Disney vacation, because she likes to have control of her trip without funneling her requests through another person. But, if you are a Disney first-timer or trip-planning isn't your forte, a travel agent might be the solution. 'Disney World, in particular, can be overwhelming, especially if it's your first time going,' Bauman said. 'Using an expert relieves stress by helping you find the best accommodation to fit your needs, preparing you to navigate the parks and teaching you how to use the app.' Griswold agreed. 'A travel agent that specializes in Disney will know extra time-saving tips, have insider advice to share and will be there to help you every step of the way.' More From GOBankingRates Here's the Minimum Salary Required To Be Considered Upper-Middle Class in 2025 The Money You Need To Save Monthly To Retire Comfortably in Every State 4 Easiest Frugal Living Tips Perfect for Beginners in 2025This article originally appeared on How Much Disney Costs Through a Travel Agent vs Booking Yourself — Is It Worth It?
