Hi, Christina!
I am sure Mickey and his Pals are all hard at work getting rates together for 2018. Usually they have them finalized and posted around June for the following year. There is no definitive date each year, so keep checking
Disneyworld.com and the
Disney Parks Blog for updates.
If you simply cannot wait to lock in your resort, you are able to book a "room only" reservation up to 499 days in advance, but you have to do this by phone. Have your dates handy and call (407)934-7639. Please know that if you book now for 2018, your rate will be adjusted with any increases once the final pricing is released. One the prices are released, you can convert your Room Only reservation to a package if you want, adding tickets and the
Disney Dining Plan.
Unless you are planning to travel at a very busy time and you have a very specific room type and location that you absolutely must have, you are probably fine to just wait for the prices to be posted. This way, you know the exact price of your vacation, and you do not have to worry about making any changes to your reservation.
Until then, start looking through
restaurant menus, attraction descriptions, and even start a savings plan so once you get to your magical vacation, you will be more than ready! Enjoy!
Cathy