Hey there, Karlina! Thanks for bringing your question to planDisney!
I love that you’re looking ahead to 2026. I often say that planning a Walt Disney World vacation is nearly as fun as actually going on it (emphasis on
nearly). The possibilities and combinations of experiences for your vacation seem endless! So many rides! So many snacks! It’s a magical choose-your-own adventure!
Reservations for 2026 are not currently available for booking, so you have a bit more time to research and plan. In the past, vacation and hotel packages have become available for the next year in early to mid-summer, but last year, guests were able to begin making 2025 reservations earlier than usual in February 2024. My best recommendation is to keep an eye on the
Disney Parks Blog for updates. They’ll be a great resource for staying up-to-date on all the happenings and new offerings at Walt Disney World.
Speaking of great resources, there are a plethora of tools and tips available to help you plan your Disney vacation. You’ve already found
planDisney, one of the best vacation planning websites in the World! Great job! There's also
planDisney on Instagram, which has pocket guides, tips from planDisney panelists, and a ton more.
The Walt Disney World website makes it easy to book and compare different hotel and ticket packages. Once you add a package to your cart, you can scroll down to find a link to “Compare Vacation Offers” near the cart subtotal. This allows you to easily compare up to 3 different versions of your vacation. Remember that there are also friendly cast members available through the website’s chat feature or
available over the phone to answer your questions.
When it comes to booking dining or experiences in the Enchanted Extras Collection, you’ll need to wait until 60 days ahead of your visit to make reservations. Walt Disney World Resort hotel guests have the perk of making reservations for their entire stay (up to 10 days) at the 60-day mark, which really helps streamline the planning process. Certain restaurants and experiences like Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique are very popular, so you’ll want to make sure that you mark your calendar (and maybe set a couple of alarms).
Karlina, I’m sure you’ll be prepped and ready to plan a magical vacation whenever the 2026 packages become available. Come right back to planDisney if you have any other questions. We’re always happy to help!
Magical travels!
Matt