Looking for a BIG Disney Vacation Reveal Idea? You'll LOVE this Scavenger Hunt (2024)

Areyou planning on surprising your kids with a trip to Disneyland, Walt Disney World, or maybe a Disney Cruise this Christmas? If so, here’s a fun idea to help you reveal the BIGtrip on Christmas Day:

Alisha at Picture The Magic is here today to share her Disney themed Scavenger Hunt Printable with you. We are planning our first Disney Cruise in 2017 as part of Disney SMMC 2017: Disney Land and Sea. It is our first time on a cruise and really wanted to surprise the kids at Christmas. I love her idea and she’s graciously sharing the printable and her tips to help us and you create a fantastic Disney Vacation Reveal.

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Here’s a well-known fact: all children love scavenger hunts!

(It’s also true that most parents love them too. They just sometimes wish they didn’t have to do the work to put the hunt together. If that’s you, read on.)

To add some magic to your big reveal on Christmas Day, I have created a free, printable Disney-themed scavenger hunt of 11 clues that ends in a GRAND REVEAL for the kids where you announce loud and proud that they (and you) are going on a Disney vacation!

And the best part…there’s virtually no work involved for you. It’s all ready to go.

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Disney Scavenger Hunt Clues

The Disney reveal scavenger hunt is super easy to put together when you use my Free printable. It has everything you need it in to announce your big surprise Disney trip.

What’s Included: 11 Disney-Theme Clues

I have made 11 rhyming clues, each with a Disney theme.

The answer to each clue is something that you’ll find in virtually any home.

Here are examples of two of the clues you will find in the hunt.

You’ll find the other 9 are just as fun and rhyme-y.

What’s Included: “Big Reveal” Signs

Also included are big signs that declare to your kids where you will be vacationing as a family. There’s options for Disney Cruise, Walt Disney World, and Disneyland.

How to Set Up Your Disney Scavenger Hunt

This scavenger hunt works for a Disney cruise reveal, too. Here’s how to use this hunt.

First, download the free Disney vacation scavenger hunt.

In one PDF file, you’ll find 11 rhyming clues made especially for this scavenger hun. Many of them mention Disney characters that your kids know and love. I’ve also included instructions on how to run the scavenger hunt.

Next, print the PDF and cut out the clues.

Print the clues and announcements on paper or cardstock. Cut out each clue with scissors.

Packing List for Disney

To make the big Disney reveal complete, gift your family members with Disney-themed luggage, clothes, and accessories. Here are a few of my favorites.

Gifts for a Disney Reveal

Surprising your family with a trip to Disney is so fun. The anticipation of telling them is almost as good as the trip itself! Give Disney gifts to leave them clues.

Cartoon Engraved Bands Compatible with Apple Watch Bands

Start counting down the time until your vacation with these adorable bands. Compatible with Apple watches.

BIcycle Disney Classic Mickey Mouse Inspired Playing Cards

I always carry a deck of cards with me because you just never know when you'll get stuck waiting somewhere. Love this Mickey-inspired set.

Simple Modern Disney Insulated Tumbler Cup

Choose your favorite Disney design and stay hydrated, too! These are perfect for before, during, and after your Disney trip.

Awesome Facts for Disney Fans – The Unofficial Collection: The Encyclopedia of Secret Knowledge about the Factory of Dreams

Can you really be a Disney fan if you don't know all these facts? Learn everything about the theme parks and the people who created them!

Cosmetic Bag Mouse Ears

Pack for Disney in style. These cute cosmetic bags make good wristlets, too.

Disney DCM-9 Mickey Mini Waffle Maker

Use Mouse-shaped waffles as part of your reveal, or eat Mickey waffles every morning until you leave!

American Tourister Disney Softside Luggage

Minnnie Mouse themed luggage is adorable, but it also maintains all the function of an extendable handle and spinner wheels.

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Whether you’re surprising your kids with a trip to Disney or looking for Disney cruise reveal ideas, this scavenger hunt is perfect. Your kids will love their surprise Disney vacation!

Do you have other fun ideas for a Disney trip reveal? Share them below!

ABOUT ALISHA MOLEN

Alisha is fanatical about helping people uncover all the secrets that will make their Disney dream vacations even more magical. She’s a guru in the area of Disney Cruises, and she recently produced the most comprehensive list of Disney Cruise tips anywhere. She lives in Arizona with her husband Matt and her three kids.

Her site is PicturetheMagic.com and you can also find her on Pinterest.

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Looking for a BIG Disney Vacation Reveal Idea? You'll LOVE this Scavenger Hunt (2024)

FAQs

How to reveal surprise Disney trip? ›

Making a surprise trip to Disney can be a surprise in itself. Find a way to reveal the trip when they least expect it. Hang a large "We're Going to Disney!" sign in the shower or leave a small note in their lunchbox.

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Disney World Surprise Box

This is a fun way to surprise the kids with a trip to Disney World! I took a large box, cut down the sides of the front, made a cover out of another box and wrapped it all! Then added some balloons and Disney gear (ears, magic bands gift cards etc.) and the kids loved it!!

How to tell kids about a Disney trip? ›

Another idea is to literally post a letter to the kids "signed by Mickey" inviting them to Walt Disney World. One last idea is to literally wait until the day of your trip, wake them up, and tell them that TODAY they're going to The Most Magical Place on Earth.

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What is an example sentence for scavenger hunt? ›

They were on a scavenger hunt, they said. The money for the scavenger hunt was left over tuition for school and from local sponsors. This example is from Wikipedia and may be reused under a CC BY-SA license. There is also an outdoor classroom for schools and groups, and a scavenger hunt scorecard.

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What is scavenger hunt in simple words? ›

a game in which individuals or teams are sent out to accumulate, without purchasing, a series of common, outlandish, or humorous objects, the winner being the person or team returning first with all the items.

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What is a scavenger hunt of words? ›

In a vocabulary scavenger hunt, students “hunt” for target words or the way those words are represented in books, magazines, articles on the web, in school, or at home. For example, they either look for the word “quickly” or an example of something that was moving quickly.

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How do you hint about a surprise vacation? ›

Theme your clues around the destination. For example, if they're going to the beach, hide clues near a pair of sandals, under popsicles in the freezer, or beside the pool. Make the final clue their ticket or a message saying something like, “You're going to Disney World!” Keep the clues age appropriate.

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How to tell kids about a trip? ›

Have your kids hunt for treasures that hint at your upcoming trip. Use things like flip flops, bathing suits, beach toys, or even something hidden in a suitcase to get them thinking. All your clues should help them get that much closer to figuring out the surprise.

What is a romantic scavenger hunt? ›

Some creative ways to make sure the scavenger hunt is super personalized include: displaying pictures of the two of you throughout the hunt, incorporating inside jokes, nicknames, and shared memories in the clues, sending them to meaningful locations for clues (like where you had your first date), or having a pet help ...

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What is a scavenger hunt for adults? ›

Traditionally, a scavenger hunt is a game where players compete to see who can gather the most items from a specific list, usually within a certain time limit. It's either played individually or as part of a team, with the scale of the whole operation typically down to the organiser.

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How do you tell Disney you are celebrating? ›

The easiest way to let everyone know it's your special day is to pick up a Disney Birthday Button. Disney Birthday Buttons are colorful and available for free. These buttons will let cast members know it's your birthday without you having to say a thing, which is perfect for more shy guests.

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How do you let Disney know it's your honeymoon? ›

First, when you first arrive at the park or your Disney Resort Hotel, make sure to stop by Guest Relations or the Front Desk to request complimentary celebration buttons. Make sure to wear these buttons every day and you'll be granted extra smiles and well-wishes throughout your stay.

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How do you tell Disney you are on your honeymoon? ›

When you speak to a Cast Member on the phone, they should be able to make a note of your celebrations on your reservation. Once you arrive at your resort hotel, be sure to stop by the front desk to pick up some complimentary celebration buttons.