Welcome to planDisney, Omar! I'm so glad to be able to answer your question today. I'll be at Walt Disney World right around the same time you are, and I'm looking forward to some crisp weather and catching the last of the
holiday decorations!
Since you're staying at the
Walt Disney World Swan Reserve, you qualify for the on-site planning perk with
Lightning Lane Multi Pass. That means you can purchase Lightning Lane and make your selections seven days before your check-in date for the full length of your stay. For your one-night visit, that covers both park days you've got tickets for: January 5th and January 6th.
Here's how it works with your exact dates: Your booking window opens Monday, December 29, at 7:00 AM Eastern time. At that time, you'll be able to hop into the
My Disney Experience app, purchase Lightning Lane Multi Pass, and start selecting your first three return windows for each day. Because this perk applies to your entire stay, you'll be able to set your plans for both January 5th and January 6th in the same morning, no need to wait for the second day to open up.
Before booking morning arrives, make sure everything is linked in My Disney Experience so it's smooth sailing: your Swan Reserve reservation, your park tickets, and everyone in your travel party connected under Family & Friends. That way, you can make selections together in one go. It also helps to open the app a few minutes before 7:00 AM Eastern so you're ready the instant selections unlock. Availability can move quickly for popular attractions, so being poised to tap through right at opening gives you the best shot at ideal times.
I hope this answers your question, Omar, and please let us know if there's anything else we can do to help you plan your magical vacation!
Jessica