Hi Charles! Welcome to planDisney.
Oh Boy! If I am reading correctly, you are currently immersed in
The World's Most Magical Celebration at
Walt Disney World Resort. No matter which parks you visit, take some time to look for the golden
Disney Fab 50 Character Collection statues. You can find Nemo to the right of the
Tree of Life at
Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. While you are there, grab a specialty-themed treat like the 50th Anniversary Celebration Cupcake at
Creature Comforts.
Let's cover the basics of
Lightning Lane options which will minimize your wait times in attraction queues. With the add-on of
Disney's Genie+ Service to your
Theme Park Ticket, you are eligible to purchase your first Lightning Lane selection at 7:00 AM. This feature may be added through the
My Disney Experience Mobile App anytime after midnight on the day of a valid Theme Park Ticket and
Disney Park Pass Reservation. Open the app, click on the three horizontal lines in the bottom right-hand corner, and tap "My Genie Day." Select "Get Disney Genie+ for Today" and follow the prompts to purchase. I highly suggest having that phone ready at 7:00 AM to snag your first choice. If your reservation is more than two hours out, you can make an additional selection once you have entered the theme park.
Your other option which does not require the purchase of Disney Genie+ is those Individual Lightning Lane attractions. Guests of
Disney Resorts Collection hotels, Walt Disney World
Swan and
Dolphin hotels, and
Shades of Green®, are eligible to make Individual Lightning Lane purchases beginning at 7:00 AM. All other guests must wait until park opening to purchase.
To make these purchases on the day of your theme park visit, select "Tip Board" on the mobile app for a list of attractions with time slots available for purchase.
I hope this answer finds you in time to enjoy the benefits of Disney Genie Service and Lightning Lanes. If you need any further assistance stop by again at
planDisney for tips and tricks from passionate Disney fans like yourself.
Keeping it Magical,
Cindy