Hiya Shelbo,
Welcome to
planDisney! One of my bucket list items is visiting Walt Disney World Resort between Christmas and New Year's Eve. The holidays are my favorite time of year, and the incredible decorations, entertainment, and general magic at Walt Disney World Resort make that time even more special. I'm sure you and your group will have an extraordinary time!
Shelbo, Guests with a
Walt Disney World Resort Vacation Package (which bundles theme park tickets with a stay at a Walt Disney World Resort Collection Hotel) receive Magical Extras with their package, which include discounts and luggage tags. Unfortunately, Walt Disney World Resort no longer sends these packets to home addresses before vacations, so your friends were pixie-dusted with a bit of magical surprise outside the norm. Each time I have had a Vacation Package, I have never received my packet in advance. While I'm sure you are excited about your friends, I can understand being disappointed you didn't receive yours. I spoke to a Cast Member, and they told me that if you have yet to receive the same magical mail, you will likely not receive it before your trip. Don't worry, though, Shelbo, you won't miss out on the luggage tags! When you check in at your resort hotel, ask the Cast Member at the desk for your Magical Extras packet. If you have a vacation package, they will provide you with your packet of discounts and luggage tags during that time.
I hope this answers your question, Shelbo. Please come back and see us if there is anything else we can help you with! Before I let you go, when you check in, remember to ask about the recreational activities and events occurring during your visit around the resort. If the parks get too crowded, I love retreating to my resort to take in the fun activities. There is always something fun and exciting happening that you will be happy you participated in.
Happy Planning,
Ashley F.