Well hello there, Bernardrea!
Welcome to planDisney. We're so glad you stopped by with a question for us! Planning a Walt Disney World Resort vacation is always a very exciting process, but it can sometimes feel a bit daunting for first-time visitors. I'm more than happy to walk you through all the details, so let's dive in!
It looks like you're hoping to visit later this summer so you still have lots of time to get your ducks (or should that be mice?) in a row. If you're hoping to stay at a
Disney Resorts Collection hotel you can secure a room and ticket
Vacation Package with just a minimal deposit. Select from an incredible array of distinctly themed resorts to find your travel party's perfect match. My kids love staying at Disney's Art of Animation Resort for the colorful character decor and
Disney Skyliner access to two parks. My husband and I love staying at
Disney's BoardWalk Villas which puts us within walking distance to EPCOT and many of our favorite dining options. You'll find a resort option to suit every budget and taste.
Once you've narrowed down your preferred resort you'll be able to add theme park tickets to your package. You can choose to add a ticket for each day of your stay or opt for fewer park days to take advantage of the pools and other amazing amenities at your resort. As a Disney Resorts Collection hotel guest, you'll also enjoy
Early Theme Park Entry giving you an extra 30 minutes of magic before the parks open to off-site guests.
Once you've finalized your selections you'll secure your reservation with a deposit and can
make additional payments until the final balance is due 30 days before check-in. At this time there isn't an option to schedule automatic payments, but you can log on as often as you like to pay down the balance of your package. You can also
contact a Cast Member by phone for assistance in applying payments to your reservation.
I hope this helps get you started on your next magical adventure, Bernardrea! If we can answer any additional questions be sure to come right back to planDisney and let us know.
Magic and memories,
Amy