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  • On Oct 19, 2025
    Joyce from FL Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    I will be staying at the Wyndham Garden hotel in Disney Springs. I see this hotel allows us to enter 30 minutes early like other Disney hotel Guests. When can I make my Lightning Lanes if I have the 3 day Florida Resident ticket?

    Hey there, Joyce! Welcome back to planDisney, and thanks for sharing your question with us. 

    Your Walt Disney World adventure will be here before you know it. How exciting! Let’s get you the info you need to plan the most magical vacation possible. 

    Guests staying at Wyndham Garden Lake Buena Vista can purchase Lightning Lane Passes 3 days in advance of their visit at 7 A.M (Eastern Time). So be sure to set an alarm or two so you don’t miss out! You can find more information about Lightning Lane Passes here, but if you’d like to purchase Lightning Lane Passes 7 days in advance, then you’ll need to switch your hotel reservation to a Disney Resort hotel, Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel, Walt Disney World Swan Hotel, Walt Disney World Swan Reserve, or Shades of Green Resort. 

    The winter holiday season is such a fun time to visit Walt Disney World. Not only are there special events like Jollywood Nights and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, but many of the resort hotels and Disney Springs are decked out in their holiday finest as well. You can find a preview of all the festivities, including my favorite Foodie Guides, on the Disney Parks Blog.

    I hope this information helps, Joyce, and that you have a very merry visit to Walt Disney World. Pop right back if you have any other vacation planning questions. Your planDisney pals are happy to help! 

    Magical travels! 

    Matt 
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Meet the Panelist: Matthew, Minnesota

Hey there! I'm Matt, a husband, dad of three, and amateur Disney Parks historian. When I'm not enjoying the sights and sounds of Adventureland, you'll find me back home in Minnesota developing exhibits for children's museums and science centers. I've been visiting Walt Disney World since I was a kid and now I plan awesome Disney vacations for my own family and friends. Whether it's your first trip or 100th visit to the Vacation Kingdom, I'm sure you have some questions. So let's get you some answers!  Learn More About Matthew

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