Hiya, Derek! Welcome to planDisney!
Can you believe that your vacation to
The Most Magical Place on Earth is only a few weeks away? Soon enough, you'll be walking right down the middle of Main Street U.S.A. I couldn't be more excited for you! And in my opinion, the best way to have no worries for the rest of your days is to reserve your favorite rides and attractions with the
Disney Genie+ service.
Derek, reservations can be made for all Guests in your travel party for Lightning Lane Entry through Disney Genie+ service starting at 7:00 AM. However,
Individual Purchases of Lightning Lane Entry is a little bit different. Guests staying at a
Disney Resorts Collection hotel can begin making selections for Individual Purchases of Lightning Lane Entry beginning at 7:00 AM (one of the
many benefits of staying at a Disney Resort hotel!). For Guests staying off-site, these Individual Purchases of Lightning Lane Entry can be made when the park opens. That means that, even though you're staying at Disney's Port Orleans Resort, you won't be able to make these selections for Guests not staying at a Disney Resorts Collection hotel. But Hakuna Matata! No worries! Once the park is officially open, you'll all be able to sync your plans and make reservations together.
Not only that, but I would make sure that your whole travel party is connected through your
Family & Friends List! This is an efficient way to make plans together, from reserving attractions to making dining reservations. Also, be sure that you've made your Theme Park Reservations using the
Disney Park Pass system. And take a little time to explore the
My Disney Experience app before you arrive, which will allow you to check wait times for attractions, view park maps, and even
mobile order food at the park - yum!
I hope I was able to help you with your question today, Derek! If you have any other questions, please visit us again. After all, you've got a friend in me!
Sending you faith, trust, and pixie dust!
Michelle