Hey Carolyn-
Welcome back to the Disney Parks Moms Panel. I am so excited for your trip across the pond to visit the place where dreams come true. Being a Passholder is fantastic. The benefits include discounts on rooms, dining plans, discounts at specific restaurants, merchandise, recreation/tours, free theme park parking and the flexibility to visit any theme park when you want.
Walt Disney World Passholders are able to enjoy their year of unlimited theme park entrances for 365 days. If you activate your annual pass on October 22, 2015, then you will be able to use it till the theme parks closes on October 21, 2016. The big question now is how many days out of that year will you be visiting Mickey and enjoying a Dole Whip?
Disney Dad Tip: I have saved money using my annual pass for discounts on hotel rooms, merchandise and food. Always carry your Annual Pass card in addition to wearing your MagicBand to show Cast Members for discounts. You must show the card for the discount.
Enjoy making many Magical Memories, Carolyn!
~Jason ºOº