Hello Margery, and welcome to planDisney! Planning a trip is such an exciting time, and figuring out which resort to call home" for the week is always an exciting choice! 3 chEARS to picking
Disney's Art of Animation Resort! It's so cheery and colorful, and I love the room designs of the Finding Nemo and Lion King Suites. So fun!
Margery, all you need for a deposit is $200! You can speak to a Cast Member at
(407) 939-1936 to make your reservation, and pay your deposit! You will need to pay your full balance by the 30-day park prior to your scheduled arrival date. You have the choice of deciding when and how much to pay monthly, just as long as the full balance is paid for 30 days prior to check-in! You definitely can pay your deposit with Disney Gift Cards, you can add them as a payment option to your My Disney Experience account when booking your vacation package. I highly recommend you simplify your gift cards by consolidating all of them to one gift card, so that it makes payments for your deposit and if you choose to pay the balance with gift cards in the future much easier.
I hope I have answered all your questions today, Margery. Please feel free to ask me any other questions you have regarding your upcoming vacation at any time. I hope you enjoy your visit to the Most Magical Place on Earth!
Frances