Hi Veronica,
Welcome to planDisney! I’m thrilled to hear that you have an upcoming stay at a
Disney Resorts Collection hotel! Your trip is just around the corner, and what an incredible time to visit! With that warm Florida sunshine, new Disney shows debuting (I can't wait to experience
Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After), and a very cool bonus for resort guests,
complimentary water park admission on check-in day, you’ve timed your vacation just right.
Now, let’s talk about those theme park tickets you purchased with your resort stay. If your tickets are date-based (which most vacation packages are), then you’re in luck! These tickets do not require
theme park reservations. That means you can wake up each day of your visit and decide which park to explore, giving you maximum flexibility to go wherever the day takes you.
That said, I’d recommend having a plan in place so you can take advantage of one of the best tools Disney offers: the
Lightning Lane Multi Pass. As a Guest of a Disney Resorts Collection hotel, you’ll be eligible to make your selections seven days in advance of your check-in date. Since popular attractions like Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind or Slinky Dog Dash can fill up quickly, knowing which park you’ll be visiting each day allows you to reserve those hard-to-get experiences ahead of time, making your park days even more enjoyable. I just went through this process yesterday and secured Lightning Lane return times for all our favorite rides, so we are heading to Disney already knowing we will be experiencing all our favorite magic, before we even leave home for our home away from home!
If you’d like help digging into Lightning Lane strategies, putting together the perfect park itinerary, or even discovering where to grab a refreshing drink or a must-try snack (I have a few secret favorites!),
send me another question. I’d be more than happy to share what I’ve learned to help you make the most of every moment.
Have a fantastic trip,
Brent