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  • On May 21, 2025
    Jeffrey from OR Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    This is a first for me, is it better to purchase my tickets for September on my phone or laptop, or does it matter?

    Heya, Jeffrey! I’m sending you planDisney greetings from sunny California! Welcome to the exciting world of planning your first visit to the Happiest Place on Earth! You absolutely came to the right place—we're all ears and ready to help with your Disneyland Resort adventure!

    Regarding your question about purchasing tickets on your phone versus your laptop, it's kind of like choosing between a Mickey Pretzel and a churro—there's no wrong answer, and both lead to a delightful experience! The great news is that the tickets, all those magical options, and the pricing are exactly the same whether you're clicking away on your computer or tapping on your phone. It truly comes down to your personal preference, just like picking your favorite Disney character!

    Now, if you ask me (and you did!), I'm a bit like Moana charting her course across the ocean—I love a wide view on my desktop to map out my vacation. I personally prefer using my computer because the bigger screen gives me more "real estate" to see all the details clearly. It makes comparing different ticket options, like Park Hopper, a breeze. Plus, it's perfect for vacation multitasking—the best kind there is! If you have multiple monitors, you can feel like a master planner, booking your Disneyland tickets with one and perhaps your hotel reservations with the other, ensuring all your dates align like stars over Sleeping Beauty Castle. This can be super handy if you're also coordinating flights or a rental car for your adventure!

    However, don't count out the Disneyland mobile app! It's like having a little bit of pixie dust right in your pocket and is also a fantastic way to purchase your tickets. It offers very similar functionality and all the same options as the desktop version. If you already have your September dates circled on the calendar and know exactly what you want, purchasing through the app can be quicker than saying "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!". It's also really user-friendly for exploring ticket types, like understanding how Park Hopper tickets work or adding upgrades like Lightning Lane Multi Pass to make your park days even more seamless.

    And speaking of the Disneyland app, once you've got those tickets secured, that app is going to become your absolute best friend in the parks—even more so than Pluto is to Mickey! You'll use it for so many great things. For instance, you can skip the lines at select dining locations by mobile ordering your food and beverages, which means more time for fun! It's also perfect for checking current attraction wait times to decide where to head next, making Lightning Lane pass selections to enjoy shorter waits at select attractions, navigating like a seasoned explorer with the interactive park map to find your way from Fantasyland to Tomorrowland, and viewing entertainment schedules so you don't miss a single parade or spectacular fireworks show (subject to availability).

    So, Jeffrey, whether you choose to book your tickets with your laptop or the convenient Disneyland app on your phone, you're on the right track for an unforgettable trip. The most important thing is getting those tickets and preparing for the magic!

    Wishing you a truly wonderful planning experience and an even more magical visit to the Disneyland Resort this September! If any more questions pop up, you know where to find us!

    Cody
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Meet the Panelist: Cody, California

Hiya, pals! I'm Cody, a native Midwesterner who traded the cornfields of Illinois for the California sunshine. With my husband, two pups, a bearded dragon, and a desert tortoise, it's an "Animal Kingdom" life every day! I love helping others plan magical Disneyland Resort vacations—whether traveling with family, friends, a sweetheart, or going solo. I'm thrilled to be a planDisney panelist, and I'm just as excited as you are to help plan your unforgettable adventure to the Disneyland Resort! Learn More About Cody

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