Welcome to planDisney, David! It sounds like you're gearing up for an amazing trip.
Hollywood Studios and
Animal Kingdom are two of my favorite parks and the beginning of March is always a lovely time of year to visit.
Whether or not to purchase
Lightning Lane really depends on how you like to experience the parks. If your idea of a perfect day is hitting as many attractions as possible and minimizing wait times, then Lightning Lane is always a great idea!
If this were me, I'd definitely purchase Lightning Lane for Hollywood Studios. There are so many high-demand attractions like
Slinky Dog Dash,
Tower of Terror, and
Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway, so being able to cut down the wait for a few of those lines can really help maximize your day. For Animal Kingdom, I personally find it manageable without Lightning Lane since I love spending time on the
animal trails,
watching shows, and soaking up the ambiance. But, if your priority is hitting major attractions like
Kilimanjaro Safaris and
Expedition Everest with minimal wait, Lightning Lane could still be helpful there too!
One more tip: if you decide to skip Lightning Lane for Animal Kingdom, plan to rope drop and head straight to
Flight of Passage or Kilimanjaro Safaris for the shortest wait times. Then, use the afternoon to enjoy the shows, exhibits, and a trip to
Nomad Lounge without feeling rushed. Either way, you're in for an incredible Disney adventure!
Have a magical day, David!
Jessica