- Always reject the first outfit your mom picks out. She brings a ton of options for a reason—she wants to see you model them all! Feel free to rummage through the suitcase and leave a mess. Your mom secretly enjoys the chaos.
- Skip breakfast entirely. Why waste time on the snacks already in your hotel room? Wait until you’re out and request something extravagant. Get creative with your food choices!
- If the bus to Downtown Disney is running late, wait until it’s almost there to announce your urgent need to use the restroom. After all, your mom was always an aspiring runner; this will give her a chance to practice!
- Demand to sit as far away from your parents as possible on the bus. This is prime time for making new friends, and being distant means you can have your own fun. If you have a sibling, coordinate to sit even further apart for maximum effect.
- Under no circumstances should you willingly get into that stroller. It’s essentially a cumbersome prison your dad hauls around for his own enjoyment. Resist it at all costs!
- Only take a few bites of your lunch. Your parents have stashed away better snacks in the bag for the plane ride. Hold out for the good stuff!
- As the time to leave for the airport approaches, remind everyone how much you want to stay. A full-blown tantrum is in order; nothing says “I loved this trip” better than making a dramatic scene on the ground.
- Airports are fantastic places to run free. Keep your parents close during check-in, then once the stroller is checked, make a break for it. Everyone will find it adorable, especially security!
- Share all your grievances while waiting in line for security or just before boarding. Don’t hold back—let your emotions flow, and if your dad tries to carry you, shout, “Let go! You’re not my parents!”
- Once on the plane, claim your space. Do not let younger siblings invade your territory. If they touch your things, alert your parents loudly. Remember that time you encouraged your sister to play on the metal bars at the Speedway? Now is the perfect moment to bring that up again.
- When the flight attendant brings you a drink that isn’t apple juice, make a scene. Clearly, she doesn’t know her colors. Start kicking the seat in front of you until she rectifies the error.
- Drink as much as you can to enjoy those fascinating airplane bathrooms. It’s like a closet-sized adventure!
- Frequently ask your mom if she farted. Make it a running joke—loudly.
- High-five your siblings for any fun mischief, like spilling a soda on mom. She may smell like Dr. Pepper, but at least she won’t have to worry about calories!
- Just before landing, signal to your siblings to check out. Fall asleep on dad while letting your sister do the same on mom. Watching them juggle belongings without waking you is quite the comedy show. Stay asleep until you hit the car, then cry all the way home because you’re exhausted.
Bonus points: Wet the bed once you’re back home!
This article was originally published on July 19, 2013.
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Summary
If you’re looking to turn the last day of a Disney vacation into a chaotic adventure, consider these playful, yet mischievous strategies. From wardrobe disputes to bus antics and airplane antics, these tips will guarantee an unforgettable end to your trip—albeit not quite in the way your parents might hope.