Hi there, Leah, and welcome to planDisney! It sounds like you're arriving at the Most Magical Place on Earth today, and you must be so excited! I'm thrilled that you're here with this great question about your vacation!
Leah, you'll be happy to know that Walt Disney World Resort has moved to a new and improved system that uses
Lightning Lanes - a typically shorter line for certain attractions. There are three different ways to take advantage of Lightning Lanes. Lightning Lane Single Pass is available for a
limited selection of attractions in each of the four Disney Theme Parks. Lightning Lane Multi Pass allows you to pre-select return times for multiple attractions.
Lightning Lane Premiere Pass is an offering that allows you to use the Lightning Lane entrance once for each attraction at a Disney Theme Park, and you do not need to select return times in advance. Depending on your preferences, you can choose one, two, or all three of these options! Happily, the traditional standby queue is still available.
Guests who are staying at a
Disney Resorts Collection hotel can make their Lightning Lane selection seven days before they check in. All other Guests can make their selections three days in advance. Once you make your purchase, you'll be able to make your selections. Check out these helpful
videos as you get acquainted with the new offerings. I also love to arrive early to take advantage of the cooler weather and lighter morning crowds.
Leah, I hope this is helpful to you as you enjoy your time at
Disney's Hollywood Studios! Please stop by planDisney with any other questions you have!
Happily,
Jennifer