I used to think annual passes to Disney World were only made for people who were obsessed with every Disney movie, song, character, ride, and story. When I came to college, I realized these passes weren't just made for Disney's biggest aficionados. With my university conveniently located about an hour away from Disney, I realized many people purchased an annual pass so that they could go whenever they wanted and for additional benefits as well. If you're thinking of purchasing an annual pass now or in the future, here is a list of reasons why it may be worth it.

1. Discounts

If you are a pass holder, you can get discounts on hotels, merchandise, restaurants, spas, events, entertainment, sports and recreation. Discounts typically range from 10-20% off depending on where you go in each park or hotel. These discounts also apply at certain stores and restaurants in Disney Springs!

2. Park Costs

Typically one ticket to the Magic Kingdom costs around $110, plus you have to factor in parking on top of that. If you have an annual pass and visit the Magic Kingdom three or four times you will already get your money's worth out of your annual pass. You can also go to as many parks as you would like each day!

3. For Free

With an annual pass, you will always get free parking which helps a lot since parking costs about $20 per visit. Depending on which annual pass package you purchase, you will also receive free photo downloads. I love this feature because Disney cameras take really high quality photos, so if you ever want a nice group picture, a picture with a character or any pictures taken of you on rides, you can easily download them for free.