Howdy, Margaret! Thanks for stopping by planDisney and asking your question!
Getting a head start on vacation planning is a smart move! I truly believe that planning and preparation make for an effortless and magical vacation. As you know,
Disneyland Resort vacation packages are currently available to book through the end of 2021. We don't yet know the exact date when 2022 packages will be released, but typically the next year opens up near the end of the current year. So I would check back around late September/October to see if your dates are available.
Keep in mind that with a vacation package, you will only need to pay a deposit at the time of booking if you are more than 30 days away from your arrival date. Then, you can make payments in any amount and at any time as long as your package is paid in-full 30 days prior to arrival. You won't receive your complete travel ePackage, including theme park tickets, in your Disneyland Resort account until a few days before you arrive. However, you will be able to use your package confirmation number to
make theme park reservations right away (up to 120 days in advance). If you purchase Park Hopper tickets, you will make a reservation for the park you want to start at each day and then at 1:00 p.m., you can hop over to the other park.
As you wait to book your vacation, keep your eye on the
Disney Parks Blog for announcements like when 2022 packages might become available and any special events that might take place during your travel dates.
I hope this helps! Happy planning!
-Linda