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Looking for opinions from those of you that have the Disney Luggage. I've seen it online and it's only around $55 (plus shipping which I'm sure isn't cheap to ship luggage) for 3 pieces. I currently have my pullman (not huge but decent size) , and end up using a duffle bag too. I've been wanting to get some new luggage anyway and since myself, DBF, and his son will be going to WDW in Dec we need more luggage to fit all those layers I think we'll end up needing to take. His son only has a very small pullman type suitcase more suited for overnights, and DBF has the biggest duffle bag on the face of the earth which he hates. (I keep saying one of these days I'm climbing in to see if I can fit).
Was it what you were expecting or were you disappointed? Is it made pretty well, like it won't fall apart after one use? Also how large are they? They give the measurements but I'm horrible with being able to visualize the size of things based on measurements so it really doesn't help me figure out how much I could stuff in them. TIA!
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Which luggage set are you considering? There are quite a few different designs and prices. I looked at e-bags and the Disney shopping site and ended up buying a set in the on-line outlet store:
I've only used it on one trip so far, but it seems perfectly sturdy, good-sized, the wheels work well. I had been using a HUGE rolling bag from LL Bean that I could fit inside (I did try it--I could even close the lid!) and was worried that even the largest Disney one would be too small, but it held quite a bit.
I bought some Mickey luggage from Disney a couple years ago and it is still going strong. It holds a lot more than you think it will. It is pretty durable.
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I have a red set that was given to me for my birthday a few years ago. It was purchased from Disneyshopping.com. Great set! I am considering buying another set for our cruise this summer for Charlie and Macy to use.
The great thing about disneyshopping.com is they offer free shipping or $5 shipping on purchases over a certain amt. Also if you have Disney Visa you can get a discount. I would definately look for the deals. They offer them so often they usually scroll above with the codes and Disneyvisarewards has the codes too and specials. I love shopping at disney I buy a lot of stuff at christmas and halloween so I don't have to fight the crowds and they also sell stuff from the disney store.
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I purchased the taupe set for myself last year and I LOVE IT! As hard as the airlines are on luggage - I thought it was worth trying. It is very sturdy and I love the wheels. They are like in-line skate wheels. You can push or pull any way you want! So - since I loved my set so much, I bought dh the gray set a couple of months ago. He just shook his head when he saw it! He couldn't believe he was the proud owner of Mickey luggage! But let me tell you - we have no problem picking out our luggage at the baggage claim! And dh really likes that!
I think the luggage is a great deal!
I bought the red set Laurie showed you as well. I haven't used it yet, but feel that it is as durable as any other luggage set out there. The largest case is not as large as the HUGE suitcase I am used to, but then again, my large suitcase is about the size of a steamer trunk and I'm always in trouble at the airport because I pack for DS, DH and myself. I always over pack and it gets over weight! With the three pieces, I think I'll have plenty of room for my stuff.
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We have the older 3-piece expandable set in black, with Mickey Mouse (full body) on it. The two bags are plenty big for the 4 of us, and we use the smaller bag to carry our toiletries.
When I was at our local AAA to book our June WDW trip, they had a black set and a dark pink and black set. I am very fond of the dark pink and black set, it has a Mickey head outlines all over it. I am going to pick up a piece at a time when I go in to pay on our trip. AAA had a cool promotion for January that if you booked at 7 night or more MYW plan with dining you get a free piece of rolling disney luggage when you go to pick up your doccuments. My agent thinks that I will get to pick from the 2 patterns that they have on the floor!! How cool is that !!
I have also seen the Disney luggage at sears for the same price as online. It was $55 per piece. The only problem was that it is not as large as the luggage that I have already. But I will just have to get an extra bag to make up the space. No problem, right?
I love the set we bought; we've flown several times, and travelled by car as well, and they're wonderful. They also hold a ton of stuff... I recommend the set very highly!
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Our 3 princesses LOVE the RED SOX!!!!
But let me tell you - we have no problem picking out our luggage at the baggage claim!
And dh really likes that!
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