Hiya, Mathew!
How exciting that your 2026 will include a visit to Walt Disney World Resort. Here at planDisney, we're always planning our next stroll down Main Street, U.S.A., so if you're hoping to add a bit of pixie dust to the New Year, you've come to the right place!
While it's always the
practically perfect time to plan a visit to The Most Magical Place on Earth, Mathew, it can sometimes be
too soon to begin the booking process. Unfortunately, this is currently the case for most Mouseketeers hoping to visit
Walt Disney World Resort beyond December 2025. With that said,
2026 vacations recently became available for Guests visiting from the United Kingdom, so since you'll be traveling from New Zealand, I suggest
reaching out to a local travel agent to see if they have any information about a potential booking timeline for Guests such as yourself.
Prices do vary from year to year, but in my experience, late January is a wonderful time to visit Walt Disney World as the end of the holiday season often brings with it lighter crowds and lower price points. It's why my husband and I regularly choose to celebrate our anniversary in the middle of the magic. We love that this time of year features cooler temperatures and shorter wait times for both attractions and the walk-up lists at our favorite restaurants and lounges. There's nothing quite like enjoying a midday break in Disney's Animal Kingdom at Nomad Lounge after riding Expedition Everest several times just because you can.
Thanks for visiting us at
planDisney, Mathew! Don't hesitate to stop back by with any additional questions that arise as you continue to plan your vacation. We're always happy to help!
Thinking Happy Thoughts,
Lizzie