Hi Amy! I’m so happy to welcome you to planDisney. Congratulations on reserving your first Walt Disney World Resort vacation! There is so much magic in store for you, so I’m happy to be able to help. I still have many fond memories of my first family vacation to Walt Disney World, and that has turned into years of magical Disney memories!
Most vacation packages require the full balance to be paid in full no later than 30 days prior to your arrival. Until then, you can make payments on the schedule and at the amount you would like, or you can wait to pay the balance all at once no later than the 30-day mark. There are also some
payment options with a Disney Visa card that you may want to check out, and then you would also get the
perks of being a Disney Visa card holder.
As you are making your plans, I want to make sure you are aware of some important dates.
Advance dining reservations open 60 days prior to your arrival, so now is a great time to start thinking about any table service dining locations you might like to visit. We can help with recommendations here at planDisney! Reservations for most of the
Enchanting Extras Collection also open 60 days in advance. Then, reservations for
Lightning Lane Passes begin seven days in advance for Guests at Disney resort hotels and three days in advance for all other Guests. Lightning Lane gives you shorter wait times and more flexibility with your schedule on park days. You will be able to purchase those in the
My Disney Experience app after you have linked your park tickets.
Amy, I am so excited for you as you plan your first visit to the Most Magical Place on Earth! In the months ahead, there are so many fun details for you to explore as you prepare for your arrival. I think the planning phase is almost as much fun as the vacation itself! As you make your plans, be sure to come back and see us here at planDisney. You can even
reach out to me directly with your questions, and I’d love to continue helping you plan a visit that is “practically perfect in every way!”
With faith, trust, & pixie dust,
Casey