Well hello, Annie. Welcome to planDisney. We're so glad you're here and thank you for bringing us your question. What a wonderful thing for your friend to share the magic with you. I am most happy to help with your question.
On the day of your visit, once you enter the parks, you will each receive a paper ticket at the entrance gate. You can then link your ticket to the
Disneyland app by taking the following steps. Tap the three horizontal lines in the bottom right corner and then tap the "Tickets and Passes" tile. Next tap the "+" in the top right corner and then "Link Tickets & Passes." The easiest way to link your ticket is to use the "Camera" feature to scan the barcode on the back of your ticket.
Once you've linked your ticket, you will then visit the "Tip Board" where you will find the option to purchase
Disney Genie+ Service for the day. Once you've unlocked this phenomenal cosmic power, you can immediately start making Lightning Lane selections. For added fun and convenience, I recommend linking all of your tickets together so you're able to make
Lightning Lane selections for the entire group to have the same arrival time. Keep in mind that Genie+ Service is limited in availability and pricing will vary.
Don't forget that with your Disney Genie+ Service, you will also receive
unlimited Disney PhotoPass digital downloads from the day. Get that fabulous group photo in front of Sleeping Castle to mark your most magical day! Right now, it's all decked out in beautiful
platinum and purple adornments for the
Disney100 Celebration. And while we're on the subject, please check out the
festive, celebratory food offerings - my favorite was the Lemon Chiffon Pie from Hungry Bear Restaurant.
Annie, I hope this gives you all the information you will need to have your best Disney day! If you need anything else, please come back and ask your question at planDisney. I just know you and your friends will have the best day ever at the Happiest Place on Earth.
Michelle