I went to Disneyworld when I was in the navy, it must not have been horribly expensive in 1980 cuz we had no money
Been to DW 5 times.
Here’s the drill:
Buy your DW Passes ahead of time.
GET up very early, go to Denny’s, Waffle House, etc.
Eat a huge BREAKFAST, full of carbs, i.e. pancakes, waffles, bacon sausage, eggs, grits, etc.
Be the first in line at the gates when they open the parking lot.
Show your pass and go right in.
Have your map of DW and plan of attack prepared ahead of time so you go to the most popular rides FIRST, when the lines are short.
Then, as the day progresses you can shop or go to the ‘slow’ rides or exhibits and enjoy the day. .................