wdw moms panel 10; in costume; pirates; mother and son; Disney Cruise Line
  • On Mar 7, 2026
    Ann marie from MA Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hi. I am going on my first DCL cruise Oct 2026. As well as buying an annual pass for WDW. Is there an option to get a discount for an AP on/after the cruise? Or is that separate?

    Welcome to planDisney, Ann Marie! Wow! You sure have some amazing Disney plans for later this year! 

    Your first Disney Cruise! I'm so excited for you! My family recently returned from a sailing on the Disney Fantasy, and we already can't wait for the next one! It sounds like you are a pretty big Disney fan, so you are going to have the time of your life! While Disney Cruise Line does not currently offer any discounts for Walt Disney World Resort stays, tickets, or annual passes, they do offer something pretty tempting. It's similar to what is often referred to as a "bounceback offer" at Disney Resort hotels. It's called a Placeholder Reservation, and it gets you a discount on a future cruise with no obligation. You place a $250 deposit while you're on board, and you have 24 months to take your cruise with a 10% (or more) discount! I did mine on the Disney Cruise Line Navigator App! It was so easy! 

    As of now, there aren't any discounts on the purchase of a new Walt Disney World Annual Pass. The good news is that if you enjoy the pass, there is often a discount to renew it! As you may already know, it comes with its own set of perks, including free parking at the theme parks, exclusive merch, and deals on Disney resort hotels and dining. 

    If you have time after your cruise, check out the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival. If you haven't been before, it's a celebration of flavors from around the world, along with the Eat to the Beat Concert Series. It would be a great way to break in that annual pass!

    I hope this is helpful, Ann Marie! If you have any more questions, please don't hesitate to let us know here at planDisney! We love helping guests plan their next magical vacation! And happy sailing! 

    Always Dreaming -
    Elizabeth 
thumbnail image for Elizabeth

Meet the Panelist: Elizabeth, North Carolina

Hi, friends! I'm Elizabeth - a wife, mom of six, proud Gramma, and Walt Disney World Specialist!

I am terrible at piloting the Millennium Falcon, and I can't control my emotions during the Festival of Fantasy Parade, but I'm great at managing trips with kids of all ages and planning Disney vacations!

I am overjoyed to bring my decades of experience to planDisney!
Learn More About Elizabeth

Related Video

  • thumbnail image for Disney Cruise Line First Timer Tips | planDisney Podcast – Season 2 Episode 1

Didn't find what you were looking for? Click the Ask a Question button to open the Ask a Question dialogue box. If you are not logged in a dialogue box will appear to signin in order to ask a question.

To submit your question, please log in now if you have not already done so.

Ask a QuestionOpens the Ask a Question dialog box.
x

Update Browser

For a better experience browsing this website, please download an updated version of Internet Explorer.


Or you can continue browsing without updating.