Disneyland patrons are having to spend even more once they walk through the park gates, with prices on food and drink items rising by as much as 12% over the last two years.
For Disneyland fans, the added food costs come on top of jumps in
Disneyland representatives noted that the resort is dealing with the same economic strains facing grocery stores and restaurants. Food prices nationwide jumped 10.5% in the 12 months that ended in June, according toThey also point out that park visitors can bring their own food and nonalcoholic drinks into the park, with some exceptions.
Food portions at the park have not changed, Disneyland officials say, despite a comment made during a November 2021 earnings report by Christine McCarthy, senior executive vice president and chief financial officer, about ways the company can battle the effects of inflation. The rise in theme park prices is not limited to Disneyland. Higher labor costs, fuel price hikes and inflation in general, along with supply chain problems, have pushed food prices up at theme parks across the country, according to industry experts.
“Consistent with the food service industry, we adjust prices based on market conditions,” a Universal Studios Hollywood spokesperson said.
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