Disney Parkgoers Swear By This Silly-Looking Clothing Accessory To Stay Dry In The Rain

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While a common threat to any Disney World trip is the sporadic and tumultuous Florida rain, it is not a risk that should prevent you from enjoying your day at the park. The unexpected perk to getting rained on at Disney World is shorter lines and fewer crowds, making the drizzle a perfect time to maximize your fun. But while darting through the downpour is efficient, it is bound to leave your socks and shoes sopping wet. Luckily, resourceful Disney goers have taken to the internet to share their latest park hack.

Reporting for AllEars.net, Myranda Juarez recently shared how she keeps her feet dry on rainy park days with silicone shoe covers. These odd-looking accessories may draw some raised eyebrows, but it's worth it for the comfort you'll have on rainy days. Myranda raved about her silicone covers, saying, "I didn't have to avoid puddles or tiptoe around wet spots — my shoes and socks were protected, and I could enjoy the parks without dreading the rainy weather."

Be sure to add reusable shoe covers to the list of what you should pack for a rainy day at Disney World. You can find a variety of stylish shoe covers on Amazon to fit anyone's personal preference. Opt for bright pink silicone covers for a flashy pop of color, or go for a more subtle clear PVC plastic to keep this life hack a bit more discreet.

Besides the obvious benefit of keeping your feet dry in the rain, these accessories offer several other conveniences while visiting Disney parks. You will save space in your luggage because these covers are so lightweight. With collapsible plastic material, you can easily fold them up and store them in a pocket of your Disney to-go bag. Because of the unpredictable Florida weather, it may not always be worth it to bring rain boots along for the trip. Instead, these compact shoe covers can be stowed away and easily accessed when the Florida rain starts to fall out of nowhere. Even if the rain isn't falling, shoe covers are perfect for water rides on sunny days. Instead of exiting Kali River Rapids with squelching shoes, save yourself by securing your shoe covers before hopping on the ride.

Sure, you could just tie any old plastic grocery bag around your foot. But the shoe covers available offer more structure and stability than a flimsy plastic bag. Most shoe covers are made with non-slip soles to ensure you aren't slipping your way down Main Street. With the built-in zipper, you can make sure the cover is wrapped snugly against your ankle to prevent as much water from leaking in as possible. The reusable covers are easy to clean, and you will end up getting a ton of use out of the accessories when frequenting Disney's Orlando Resorts.