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  • On Jul 27, 2025
    Wendy from ON Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    We're coming for a week, mid-December! Just my husband and myself. We are staying at the Grand Floridian. If I'm ready to book premier passes one week before arrival, do I have a good chance of getting them? Thank you!

    Hi Wendy! Welcome to planDisney!

    I'm excited to hear about your trip later this year to the Most Magical Place on Earth! Having a chance to stay at the iconic Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa during the holiday season is a dream come true. While this resort is a fantastic option year-round, there is something special about the magic in the air during this time of year.

    Since you are staying in a Disney Resorts hotel during your stay, you will have the option to purchase Lightning Lane Premier Pass seven days in advance of your arrival. Even better yet, you can purchase them for each day of your stay (up to 14 days) at the seven-day mark. This will give you quite the advantage over other Guests who need to wait until three days prior to their arrival. While I cannot guarantee that they will be available when it comes time to book, I think you have a fantastic opportunity to secure them for your stay. They will be available to purchase beginning at 7 AM EST on your day of eligibility.

    Lightning Lane Premier Pass is a great addition to any park day. It allows you to bypass the standby queue on many attractions, which will provide you with more time for other experiences throughout the day. You also have access to these attractions at any point throughout the day and will not have to select arrival windows in order to ride. Simply show up at the attraction that is included with the pass and head straight to the Lightning Lane entrance.

    Wendy, I hope you have an easy time securing the passes you want for your stay. Stop back and see us again at planDisney with any additional Disney vacation planning questions!

    See ya real soon!
    Greg
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Meet the Panelist: Greg, South Carolina

Hello friends! Greg here from Charleston, SC. I am a Disney-loving husband and dad to two wonderful daughters. Walt Disney World Resort offers everything you want in a vacation and touches all the senses. From the sights to sounds and even the smells, there is something for everyone to enjoy! When our family is not riding "it’s a small world" or going on a Journey Into Imagination With Figment, we are readily planning our next Walt Disney World Resort vacation. Learn More About Greg

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