Rising Debt for Disney Trips Strains Family Budgets

Nearly half of parents with young children incur debt for Disney vacations, with food costs as a major unexpected expense.

A LendingTree survey shows a 33% increase in Disney-related debt since 2022.
45% of parents with children under 18 have gone into debt for Disney trips, up 50% from 2022.
On average, parents with young children take on $1,983 in debt for these vacations.
In-park food and beverage costs are the biggest unanticipated expense for visitors.
Despite the financial strain, 64% of those in debt for Disney trips do not regret their decision.