Disney Park Prices Outpace U.S. Inflation as EPCOT Outing Costs Double Since 2019

Overview

• New coverage cites an MTM Travel video in which host Mark Ostermann reports his EPCOT food‑and‑drink day cost over $400 this month versus about $200 in 2019, excluding park admission.
• The reported jump of roughly 100% contrasts with U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data showing overall inflation of about 25–30% over six years.
• Reporters and commentators are using the term “DIS‑flation” to describe Disney‑specific price growth that appears far higher than the national average.
• Articles note the post‑pandemic removal of onsite benefits such as free MagicBands, Magical Express, and Extra Magic Hours, which they say reduces perceived value.
• Writers warn that higher costs and fewer perks could erode brand loyalty and change who visits in the future, while acknowledging the comparisons are anecdotal and not a comprehensive price index.