Hi Tracy! Welcome to planDisney.
Oh Boy! I am not even sure how your family is containing the excitement pending your first visit to
Walt Disney World Resort during
The World's Most Magical Celebration. Make sure to enjoy the two all-new nighttime spectaculars
Disney Enchantment at
Magic Kingdom Park and
Harmonious at
EPCOT.
You have made an excellent resort and room choice in
Disney's Art of Animation Resort. As a Walt Disney World Resort Guest, you are privileged to immersive theming,
early theme park entry, and
complimentary transportation. That transportation includes my favorite, the
Disney Skyliner with a transportation hub right on Hourglass Lake at Disney's Art of Animation Resort.
Family suites are located in three of the four themed areas of the resort. These include
Cars, The Lion King, and
Finding Nemo. The good news is
The Big Blue Pool has been recently refurbished and no matter where your room is assigned you are free to enjoy it. Room requests can be made via your
My Disney Experience account. Using the
My Disney Experience Mobile App, click on the three horizontal lines in the bottom right-hand corner and choose "Future Plans." Find your resort reservation and choose "Update Check-In." Scroll down to Room Request and click on the pencil icon and make your selection.
Other alternatives are to make a phone call to the
Disney Resort Hotel Reservations Help Center at (407) 939-1936, utilize the chat feature on the website or mobile app, or even visit the
front desk at arrival with a friendly request. While at the front desk, ask for your complimentary first visit buttons to wear throughout your visit.
A final bit of advice, while a Walt Disney World Resort vacation is truly magical, immersive, and like no other, it can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. Take it all in, seek out the hidden gems, and take some for breaks and relaxation!
See You Real Soon,
Cindy