Don’t Book Your Disney Vacation Where You Buy Your Toilet Paper!

Victoria Harper
Jun 11
4 min read

When it comes to planning a magical Disney vacation, you wouldn’t trust a bank teller to organize your dream cruise, right? Then why would you book your once-in-a-lifetime Disney vacation with a grocery store chain?

From one Disney fan to another, don’t book your Disney Vacation where you might buy toilet paper…

Not All Disney Vacation Packages Are Created Equally

We get it—Costco Travel might look like a great deal at first glance. But if you follow Tiana’s advice and dig a little deeper, you’ll find that what you save in upfront price can cost you dearly in time, stress, and missed opportunities. If you want to see for yourself, check out these reviews for Costco Travel.

And now, when calling the Disneyland reservation center, you hear this recording: “At this time, new Disneyland bookings through Costco have been paused.” Gee-- We wonder why. Disney pays US to be your personal Travel Pro!

Disney vacations are way too special to gamble on cookie-cutter packages and impersonal customer service. That’s why we here at Harper Adventures Travel Agency always recommend booking with an Agent. (Fill out our quote form Here!)

Travel Is More Than a Price Tag

Let’s get real: “cheap” doesn’t mean “value.” Booking a $7,000 trip through a big-box retailer only to pay hundreds or thousands more in surprise costs (and countless hours fixing problems) isn’t a good deal. The real value is in working with someone who knows the parks, the resorts, the ships, the destinations, the policies, and knows how to save you time, money, and stress.

As one traveler who booked through Costco put it:

"My biggest mistake was assuming that buying a Costco package deal would be easy and save me money. It didn’t."

Another stated

"Costco’s job is just to sell the deal. They don’t really care how your trip goes."

That’s the difference: Harper Adventures Travel Agency cares. We're here before, during, and even after your vacation to ensure every moment is magical.

Victoria, Harper Adventures Travel Agent celebrating Travel Advisor Month

How We Deliver the Real Magic

Harper Adventures Travel Agency isn’t just any travel agency — it’s a Disney dream come true. We’re proud to be recognized as one of Disney’s Top 5 Agency Partners for over 10 years — a true honor in the travel industry!

Before launching Harper Adventures, Victoria lived and worked for the Walt Disney World Company, gaining insider knowledge and firsthand experience that continues to shape the way we plan magical vacations. Thanks to our exclusive training, long-standing connections, and extensive Disney expertise, we specialize in planning unforgettable trips to: Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, Adventures by Disney, and National Geographic Expeditions. Every single trip they plan is tailored, thoughtful, and totally focused on Disney magic.

Disney Cruises are PERFECT for families!

Even better? Our expert guidance and personalized services are the perfect solution for first-timers, and great fun for others who live and breathe Disney. Check out some traveler testimonials!

Personalized Help You Can Actually Reach

Unlike Costco, where hold times can top an hour and support emails bounce back, We're a real person who genuinely cares about your vacation. You get one dedicated point of contact—someone who listens, understands your family’s needs, and offers options that actually make sense for your travel party. You don’t even have to wait on hold with the Disney Reservation Center on a busy promotion release day — We'll do that for you!

Need help deciding if you should take a stroller, rent one, or go without?? Want to make sure you don’t miss Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party? Hoping to snag a dining reservation at Cinderella’s Royal Table? Your Agent has your back and handles all the nitty-gritty so you don’t have to. So don’t book your Disney vacation with a “booking agent” like Costco that will take your money and you’ll never hear from them again… book with a Travel Advisor, like us!

Flexibility That Works for Families

Here’s a big one: Disney offers flexible payment and cancellation policies when you book through them or an authorized Agent like Harper Adventures Travel Agency. Third-party resellers? Not so much.

Take Costco Travel, for example. Their Disney packages are often non-refundable and require full payment upfront. If life happens, weather moves in (or let’s say a global pandemic), and you need to cancel or change your plans, you’re often out of luck—or stuck on hold with customer service for hours.

One real traveler who booked through Costco shared this nightmare: after a last-minute flight change, Costco couldn’t help rebook their hotel or get them home. The result? An extra $1,600 in unexpected expenses and hours of frustration. Meanwhile, HarperAdventures' clients know exactly who to call—and it’s not a customer service line, it’s their friendly, knowledgeable travel advisor.

Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Walt Disney World & More

Whether you’re headed to Disneyland for its 70th anniversary celebration, setting sail aboard a Disney Cruise, or finally making that dream trip to Walt Disney World—don’t leave your vacation to chance. As a Certified Disney Advisor, we're are experts in all Disney destinations and up to date on the latest promotions, events, and seasonal happenings.

We'll even monitor your booking for new offers and adjust according to what will get you the most value for your hard-earned vacation. That kind of value? You won’t find it in a warehouse aisle.

Leave the Toilet Paper. Take the Pixie Dust.

At the end of the day, you are too important, and your Disney vacation is too important to leave to a discount club. When you book with Harper Adventures, you’re not just getting a trip—you’re getting peace of mind, personalized care, and a whole lot of pixie dust.