Hi Crystal,
Welcome to planDisney. Thanks for stopping by with this great question!
Crystal, you are right in that sweet spot of planning where you’re early enough to make some really smart moves, and I love that for you. So here’s my honest, been-there-done-that take. If you’re feeling pretty good about your dates, I would go ahead and
book your hotel and your tickets now.
Disney ticket prices are date-based these days, which basically means the earlier you lock them in, the more control you have over the price. They tend to go up over time, not down, especially as your travel window gets closer and demand builds. Same idea with resort rooms. Availability gets tighter, and prices usually follow that same upward trend.
Now here’s the part that makes this feel way less stressful. Booking early doesn’t mean you’re stuck. If Disney
releases a promotion later, and they do love to sprinkle those in, you can always go back and see if it applies to your reservation and modify it. So you’re kind of giving yourself a safety net while still locking in a solid starting point.
If you wait, it’s a bit of a gamble. You might catch a deal, but you might also end up with higher prices or fewer options, especially if you’re traveling during a busy time. So my go-to approach is always book now, then keep an eye out for pixie dust later!
One more little tip I tell my friends all the time: If you like a little flexibility, a
Walt Disney World vacation package can be a great option since you can lock things in with a deposit and pay it down over time. It just makes the whole process feel a little more manageable.
I hope this helps you move that cart from 'saved' to 'BOOKED'! Future you is going to be very happy you handled this early, promise.
Sending you magical countdown vibes for your calendar. And once you’re all locked in, please do come back and see us so we can continue adding extra magic to your plans.
TTFN, ta ta for now!
Emille