Hello Debra, and welcome to planDisney! I absolutely love the early stages of planning a Walt Disney World Resort vacation; it's truly one of my favorite parts of any trip. Diving into all the magical research is the perfect way to kick off this amazing adventure. I see you're visiting in May, your trip will be here before you know it! Be sure to explore the
EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, when the park is transformed into a breathtaking floral masterpiece.
As the planner for my family, I know how much effort it takes to ensure everything goes smoothly for such a special trip. There's no better feeling than hearing my family say what a wonderful time they had, thanks to the planning I put in. Budgeting is a big part of our trips, so I love that you're already looking for ways to get the most value. Be sure to check out Disney's
special offers; these change frequently, so I recommend looking often for new ways to save.
I'm a big fan of using payment plans. I think they really help spread out the cost and prevent one big lump sum from hitting all at once! While Disney doesn't offer an official payment plan, I like to book my trip as soon as reservations open on the
Walt Disney World Resort website. Whether you're booking a Vacation Package or a room-only reservation, you can reserve your trip with a small deposit. Throughout the year, I simply log in or
call Disney to make small payments, creating my own flexible payment plan on my terms.
You can make payments online through your
My Disney Experience account. Just log in, go to “My Plans,” find your resort hotel stay, and select “Make a Payment.” This is also where you'll see all the payments you've made so far and your remaining balance. For
Walt Disney World Resort Vacation Packages, please note that payment is due 30 days prior to your arrival.
Debra, I hope you found this information helpful! Please know you're not alone in your grand plans for an amazing family vacation. Come back anytime, I'll be happy to help make your trip as magical as possible.
Sending pixie-dusted magic,
Michelle