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The Magic Kingdom offers rides, shows and an experience like no other.

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When did it become so expensive to visit the most magical place on earth?

Here are three reasons Disney World has become unaffordable for the middle class.

Also seehow much it cost to go to Disney World the year you were born.

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Everything from groceries to gas is getting more expensive, including vacations that involve amusement parks.

Travel Association, the travel price index has increased faster than overall prices for four months straight.

Top that off with the fact a few perks that were free upon entry now have additional fees.

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That means families pay more for admission but end up getting less than they would have 10 years ago.

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The Lightning Lane Multi Pass costs up to $40 per day, per Fortune.

It took the place of the FastPass, which was free.

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Deluxe resorts can also cost much more than that.

However, it might be leaving middle-class families out of the fun with all the price increases.

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