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My Budget Results at Disneyland - 2020

1/12/2020

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I enjoyed a great all expense paid business trip to DisneyLand. We stayed at the Yacht Club Resort for 5 days, 4 nights. The hotel room, food, and some entertainment was all included. I took the Magical Express to and from the airport so transportation was free. ​

As a finance coach, I would be remiss if I didn't start the trip with a budget or spending plan. This was very simple - I am not going to spend more than $100 of my personal money. The best way to help me stick to that goal was to use budget envelopes. So I put the $100 cash in my budget envelope and I was ready to go.. I knew this goal was going to be hard at Disneyland - the happiest place on earth. I also knew it would be harder had I not set a goal.

​Well the result is, I just missed my goal. I spent a total $109.50 of my personal money. It would have been less had I not forgotten to pack a pair of shorts. When packing I was so concerned with outfits for the events (sun dresses, skirts, sleeveless tops, bathing suits, flip flops, etc) everything but the kitchen sink but shorts or sunglasses. I had cough drops, gum, you name it, I had it in my gigantic suitcase. I know what you are saying, “you didn’t bring a pair of shorts to Florida” nope I did not. I needed a pair so I headed to get some. Although I missed my spending goal $100 or less of my personal money, what I got for the $109.50 was not bad. Here is the list:


  • A pair of shorts
  • A Disney t shirt 
  • Nice sunglasses 
  • A sarong 
  • A package of advil 

​When I think about it, being at Disney in all, where prices can be insane, this wasn’t bad at all. 

I have actually been on this same business trip a few times and this was one of the best. I had great food, laughed a lot, relaxed a bit, danced, you name it and I spent the least amount of money. The other times I spent so much of my personal money I can’t even count. I travel a lot on business trips and in just three or so years ago a trip like this, when the entire trip is paid for, I would still end up spending and spending and spending personal money on stuff like more food, clothes I don’t need or loading up on souvenirs. Back then I didn’t start the trip with a goal or budget. Although I went tad bit over my goal - I was in control. I was aware of the amount of cash in my envelope which helped me stay close to the goal. I didn’t find myself pulling out my credit card buying a really cute skirt I saw as I already had cute skirts with me. Below is picture of me having breakfast with the Disney characters.

When I arrived to the airport a little early I was very tempted to get my family Disney t-shirts and said “Nah, they have plenty of shirts and I am already over my personal money spending budget”. 

You need help sticking to a budget, check out the It'$ My Money Squad Facebook group or need a coach or an accountability partner CONTACT ME. 

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7 Comments
Jacqueline Lester
1/12/2020 08:36:37 pm

Great Info Patrina!!! I appreciate you sharing your tips and advise, as well as the inspiration and motivation you continue to give us all here in The “It’s My Money Squad”.
P.S. Looks like you had a great time with Minnie 😍

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Patrina
2/28/2020 05:25:20 am

Glad you enjoyed. Thank you for your comment.

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Jaiden Monroe
1/13/2020 09:43:03 am

I like how this blog post showed that you were well on track to spending under your planned budget. However, life happened and you had to spend money that money that you did not plan on. Stuff happens but i really loved this blog post

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Patrina
2/28/2020 05:28:44 am

Exactly. It is important to save for when life happens. As you can see if so plans things may happen out of your control.

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Laura link
1/31/2020 03:23:46 pm

I've never been to Disney, but that doesn't sound like a bad expense. Cute picture at the end too.

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Patrina
2/28/2020 05:30:14 am

Thank you!!! Due to it being a work trip most expense were covered had it been a person trip I am sure my budget envelope would have had more in it. 😁

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Maxine
6/18/2020 08:01:35 pm

I admired that you had a budget and was really trying to stick to it but you went over a little but not too much, so you were still conscious about your spending. Even when you wanted to buy the T-shirt that was good, you told yourself No. Thanks for sharing. Glad you enjoyed it..

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