Hi Karra!
Welcome to planDisney! It sounds like you're starting to plan a magical vacation that I hope will be practically perfect in every way. I'm glad you stopped by to see us for help with your vacation planning!
Karra, as you plan your Walt Disney World Resort vacation, you have several options to support you through the booking process. Some Guests like to reach out to a travel agent for assistance. If you choose to do this, I'd suggest searching for an agency that is recognized as an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner. These "Earmarked" agencies have extensive training in assisting with Disney vacation planning and will be happy to help put that knowledge to work for you. Alternatively, you can always reach out to a Cast Member by
calling Tickets and Hotel Reservations for assistance with making your own arrangements.
Don't forget that whether you choose to book through a travel agent or directly with Disney, we're also always happy to help here at
planDisney! If you have questions about resort hotel recommendations, theme park tickets, dining reservations, or anything in between, we're real Guests (just like you!) who are excited to share our own experiences and suggestions to make your vacation even more magical. You'll also find a variety of resources on the planDisney website, including a
Video Library with some great tips to help you get started!
It looks like you're thinking about visiting next February, and your trip may take place during the
EPCOT International Festival of the Arts - a fabulous event! While we're still waiting for dates and additional details about this annual festival, I'm already daydreaming about 2027. A highlight of this festival year after year is the DISNEY ON BROADWAY performances. . .where you can usually catch me singing along to some of my favorite Disney songs! When an EPCOT festival is taking place, I like staying at an EPCOT-area resort and purchasing theme park tickets with the
park hopper option so I can visit more than once. My favorite resorts in this area include
Disney's Pop Century Resort,
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort, and
Disney's Beach Club Resort. Don't forget that when you stay at a hotel in the Disney Resorts Collection, you'll have access to
several great resort benefits, including
Early Theme Park Entry and earlier booking windows for
Lightning Lane passes.
I hope this information has been helpful, Karra, as you start planning your vacation to
The Most Magical Place on Earth. If you have any other questions, please stop by to see us again here at planDisney - we're all ears!
Cheers!
Kristi