New Florida Resident Ticket Offer for Walt Disney World
Disney 2-Park Explorer Ticket is a special 2-day ticket that’s valid for admission to EPCOT and Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park only. It's $159 plus tax.
Disney World has released another summer offer, this time enticing Florida residents to visit the 2 lowest-performing theme parks: Epcot and Disney’s Animal Kingdom with a decent discount.
The Offer:
Disney 2-Park Explorer Ticket is a special 2-day ticket that’s valid for admission to EPCOT and Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park only. It's $159 plus tax.
Limit one theme park per day—for a total of 2 admissions, on 2 separate days. Theme park reservations are required and are subject to availability.
Florida residents can also add Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park for $35 more plus tax. The water park visit can be on the same day as one of the theme parks or on a separate day.
Tickets and add-on options expire on September 29, 2023.
I have a feeling this is more about boosting attendance at Animal Kingdom than anything else.
To sweeten the deal, Florida Residents can also visit Epcot - the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival is currently taking place if you don’t mind the never-ending gardening project taking place in the middle of the park.
Epcot has been walled off now for 4 years. Instead of offing discounts, they need to work day and night now to get this project finished so people can enjoy the park.
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Multiple Park Option Coming to Disney Genie+ (Disney Genie Plus)
Disney World announces a new multi-park option for Disney Genie+
Beginning June 27, 2023 guests visiting Walt Disney World will now have the option to purchase Disney Genie+ (Genie Plus) as either a single-park option or a multiple-park option, subject to availability.
With this update, prices may now be lower at some Walt Disney World theme parks compared to others.
Guests will continue to be able to purchase Disney Genie+ service through the My Disney Experience app on the day of their visit.
Epcot and Disney’s Animal Kingdom seem to be priced lower. Here are sample prices from June 27, 2023:
Multiple Parks: $27/person
Magic Kingdom: $27/person
Hollywood Studios: $24/person
EPCOT: $18/person
Animal Kingdom: $16/person
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According to a post from Disney World, this change comes in response to guest feedback who are asking for a simpler program. Disney World also shared that more news about Disney Genie Plus will be shared in the new future.
“We will continue to listen to guest feedback, and look forward to sharing more information about updates to Disney Genie+ in the future.”
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Insiders Look at the Disney World 4-Park Magic Ticket
Is the Disney World 4-Day Magic Ticket right for you?
There’s no better way to spend quality time with family and friends than a summer vacation at Walt Disney World Resort!
The 4-Park Magic Discount Ticket at Disney World
You can purchase the 4-Park Magic Ticket which includes one day of admission to each of the four theme parks for a total of 4 admissions, on 4 separate days for $99 per day (plus tax).
No theme park reservations are needed. In this article, I’ll show you how you can combine this ticket with a Disney World hotel stay and how to save on the nightly room rate.
How the 4-Park Magic Ticket Compares to a Standard Disney World Ticket
$99 Per Day
Purchase the 4-Park Magic Ticket for $99 per day plus tax ($396 total plus tax). Tickets expire seven days from first use, or Sept. 29, 2023, whichever comes first.
This special promo ticket costs slightly more than a 3-Day Standard Disney World Ticket, but less than a Standard 4-Day ticket.
Flexible Disney World Touring
Standard Disney World Ticket
With a Standard Disney World Ticket, you can choose the parks you would like to visit in any combination.
For example, you may decide to visit Magic Kingdom on two separate days.
Theme Park reservations are required and ticket prices vary by day.
Standard tickets can be included in Disney World Resort Packages and are refundable according to the package terms. In short: cancel by 30 days prior to arrival for a full refund.
4-Park Magic Ticket
The 4-Day Magic Ticket gives you one admission to each of the 4 Disney World theme parks (Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom) but you cannot repeat a park visit.
Of course, you will be able to leave and return to the same park on the same day.
Theme Park reservations are not required with a 4-Park Magic Ticket and ticket prices do not vary by day.
Disney World Packages: 4-Park Magic cannot be included in a Disney World Resort Package and it is non-refundable once purchased. However, it can be combined with a resort stay so that it resembles a package, but with different terms and conditions.
Plan a Summer Vacation at Walt Disney World
I can help you plan a Walt Disney World Resort stay with the Four Park Magic Ticket with an easy-to-understand price quote and booking process.
When you combine the 4-Day Magic Ticket discount with one of the summer room offers available on select Walt Disney World hotels, you can save big this summer.
Right now you can save up to 25% off the nightly room rate at most Disney World hotels. Disney Visa offers are also available for card members. View all Disney World offers here.
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When you can use the 4-Park Magic Ticket
This discounted Walt Disney World Ticket is valid for admission from June 1, 2023, through September 29, 2023.
It is blocked out from July 1 to July 4 and September 1 to September 4, 2023.
Ticket excludes activities/events separately priced.
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From experiencing the rush of the new TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom Park and delighting in the spectacle of Fantasmic! at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, to setting out on a thrilling whitewater adventure on Kali River Rapids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, and putting your very own concept car through its paces on Test Track at EPCOT it’s time to take advantage of this Disney World ticket discount.
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Disney World Discount Tickets
Save money on Disney World tickets with Undercover Tourist, a trusted Disney ticket wholesaler.
Disney World Ticket Discounts from Undercover Tourist
Undercover Tourist offers discounted Walt Disney World tickets. You will need to buy your Disney Theme park tickets in advance to save money and secure your park reservation.
Choose between four different types of Walt Disney World tickets:
Base Tickets (one park per day)
Undercover Tourist Disney Theme Park tickets may be added to My Disney Experience and they work with MagicBands.
Before you visit a park, you must make a Disney Park Pass Reservation.
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How much does it cost to get into Disney World?
2023 Walt Disney World ticket prices and ticket FAQ
As a travel advisor, I get a lot of questions when it comes to Disney World ticket prices. Here’s a quick guide I created on how to figure out Disney World tickets. Have questions about booking your Walt Disney World vacation? I have answers! Contact me today for a no-obligation Disney World package quote ▸
How much does it cost to get into Disney World?
Disney World tickets vary in price by day. Yep, Disney has priced out all 365 calendar days. However, when you book a Disney World room and ticket package that includes a stay at a Walt Disney World hotel (including some off-site hotels) and theme park tickets, you get one package price and a number of benefits. Want to see what a package price looks like? Contact me here to get started ▸
What is the cheapest month to go to Disney?
Going off-peak, anytime grade schools are in session, will save you money. January, May, and late August through October are among the cheapest months to visit Walt Disney World.
These times are also among the least crowded times to visit.
How many days do you need at Walt Disney World?
On my Disney World Package page, I provide sample itineraries for common package options from long weekends to see and do it all.
At the bare minimum, I recommend a 3-Day Park Hopper ticket.
This allows you to visit multiple theme parks on the same day, ideal for short stays like long weekends.
If you have more time, I recommended at least a 4-Day Base Ticket so you can visit each of the 4 Disney theme parks at a comfortable pace.
The longer you stay, the cheaper it is to play
Did you know that Disney tickets get cheaper by the day? For example, a 6-Day ticket costs less than a 3-Day ticket when you break down the cost per day.
Let’s use the chart below for Base Tickets to see an example:
A 3-Day Base ticket starts at $362.13, or $120.71 per day
A 6-Day Base ticket starts at $539.88, or $89.98 per day
Another tip I have is to pay attention to the difference in price as you add more days to your tickets. From 6 days on, there is a minimal ticket price increase for additional days.
For example, the difference in price between a 6-Day ticket and a 7-Day ticket is only $16.
Disney World Base Ticket Prices
Visit one Disney World theme park per day.
| Days | Adult | Child (age 3-10) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $116.09-$201.29 | $110.76-$195.96 |
| 2 | $236.49-$358.53 | $226.54-$348.40 |
| 3 | $362.13-$528.20 | $347.43-$513.27 |
| 4 | $484.67-$673.34 | $465.91-$654.31 |
| 5 | $523.81-$754.96 | $503.38-$733.64 |
| 6 | $539.88-$799.63 | $518.57-$777.05 |
| 7 | $555.96-$820.21 | $533.97-$796.99 |
| 8 | $593.13-$841.45 | $570.13-$817.46 |
| 9 | $617.02-$854.64 | $593.34-$830.10 |
| 10 | $637.94-$869.99 | $613.65-$844.85 |
Disney World Park Hopper Ticket Prices
Visit multiple Disney World theme parks on the same day.
| Days | Adult | Child (age 3-9) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $194.90 - $268.38 | $189.57 - $263.06 |
| 2 | $316.37 - $449.06 | $306.41 - $438.93 |
| 3 | $442.01 - $618.71 | $427.31 - $603.79 |
| 4 | $575.20 - $774.51 | $556.43 - $755.49 |
| 5 | $614.33 - $856.13 | $593.91 - $834.81 |
| 6 | $630.31 - $900.81 | $609.09 - $878.22 |
| 7 | $646.49 - $921.38 | $624.49 - $898.17 |
| 8 | $683.66 - $942.62 | $660.65 - $918.64 |
| 9 | $707.54 - $955.82 | $683.87 - $931.28 |
| 10 | $728.46 - $971.16 | $704.18 - $946.03 |
Disney World Water Park & Sports Ticket Prices
Visit one Disney World theme park per day, plus a certain number of visits to Blizzard Beach water park, Typhoon Lagoon water park, mini golf (before 4:00 pm), a round of golf at Oak Trail family walking course.
| Days | Adult | Child (3-9) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | - |
| 2 | $311.04 - $433.08 | $301.09 - $422.95 |
| 3 | $436.68 - $602.74 | $421.98 - $587.82 |
| 4 | $559.22 - $747.89 | $540.46 - $728.88 |
| 5 | $598.36 - $829.51 | $577.93 - $808.19 |
| 6 | $614.33 - $874.18 | $593.12 - $851.60 |
| 7 | $630.51 - $894.75 | $608.52 - $871.54 |
| 8 | $667.68 - $916.00 | $644.68 - $892.01 |
| 9 | $691.57 - $929.19 | $667.89 - $904.65 |
| 10 | $712.49 - $944.54 | $688.20 - $919.40 |
Disney World Park Hopper Plus Tickets
Visit multiple Disney World theme parks on the same day plus Disney water parks, mini-golf, and golf at Disney’s Oak Trail Golf Course.
| Days | Adult (10+) | Child (3-9) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $216.20 - $289.68 | $210.87 - $284.36 |
| 2 | $337.67 - $470.36 | $327.71 - $460.23 |
| 3 | $463.31 - $640.01 | $448.61 - $625.09 |
| 4 | $596.50 - $795.81 | $577.73 - $776.79 |
| 5 | $635.68 - $877.43 | $615.21 - $856.11 |
| 6 | $651.61 - $922.22 | $630.40 - $899.55 |
| 7 | $667.79 - $942.68 | $645.79 - $919.47 |
| 8 | $704.96 - $963.92 | $681.95 - $939.94 |
| 9 | $728.84 - $977.12 | $705.17 - $952.58 |
| 10 | $749.76 - $992.46 | $725.48 - $967.33 |
Is it better to buy Disney World tickets separately or through a package?
When you include 2 or more day tickets as part of your Disney World hotel stay, your reservation becomes a Disney Resort Package. Packages allow you more flexibility such as the ability to cancel your tickets without penalty.
You won’t have to pay for tickets in full upfront, and you can modify or downgrade your tickets up to 30 days before arrival.
If you purchase tickets outside of a package, they are non-refunable, non-transferable, and they must be paid for in full at the time of order.
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Even More Walt Disney World Tickets - FAQ
Is it cheaper to buy Walt Disney World tickets online or at the gate?
1 and 2-Day Disney World tickets cost the same whether you buy them at the gate or online, however, you’ll save money when your purchase a 3-day ticket or longer online.
Are there Florida Resident discounts on Disney World Tickets?
Yes! Florida Residents can save big with discounted tickets. They are usually offered as a 1-day, 3-day or 4-day ticket but this changes often. Some Florida Resident multi-day tickets have blockout dates so be sure to check the dates prior to purchasing.
All adults will need to show proof of Florida residency at the park entrance. Florida residents may purchase discounted tickets for children age 17 and under, even if they do not reside in Florida. View Florida Resident Discount Tickets on the Walt Disney World website.
I found some old Disney World Tickets that we never used. Can they still be used?
Disney will give you a credit from your unused tickets (typically sold in the 1980s and 1990s) toward the purchase of a new ticket. The credit is going to be minimal. You cannot exchange these older tickets if you are booking a package.
Honestly, they probably make better souvenirs. I would just hang on to them as a collectible rather than trying to exchange them.
Free Disney World tickets in exchange for a timeshare presentation. Is this legit?
Be sure you know the company offering the deal. Brands like Hilton, RCI, Westgate etc. are probably fine. Just do your homework on the company before agreeing to anything, search them online, look for reviews and see what others have said. So no to phone calls where the agent makes you decide before you hang up. Scammers and shady businesses like to use a sense of urgency as a high-pressure sales tactic.
Even if you find a legit program offering free or discounted Disney tickets, just know they are usually very high pressure and always take much longer than expected. They are more than prepared to deal with those who are there just for the cheap tickets and they have ways of wearing you down.
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Lock in Your Disney Vacation Now, Before the Price Hike
Ticket prices are increasing. Lock in your Disney World vacation now with the refundable, $200 deposit.
Ticket prices will increase for Disney World to its four parks next month — with the cost of entering the Magic Kingdom expected to nearly double for the holidays.
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Currently, the lowest price for a one-day ticket to any of Disney World’s Orlando theme parks is $109.
With the increase, Magic Kingdom prices will start at $124 and increase to $189 depending on the date and demand for the parks.
The tickets will cost closer to the $189 price point specifically during the week of Christmas to New Year’s. However, more than 99% of its one-day, one-park tickets will be under $189.
The price to enter Epcot will go up as well, new prices range from $114 to $179, while Disney’s Hollywood Studios will cost $124 to $179. Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be the only park to keep its current price range at $109 to $159.
Multi-Day Tickets
It’s important to highlight that the above prices refer to single-day tickets only. If you purchase a 5-Day ticket, you’re not spending $189 per day.
When you add multiple days to your theme park pass, the per-day ticket price decreases significantly
Park Hopper Price Increase
On Dec. 8, Disney World will update pricing on select add-on options, including the Park Hopper Option and Park Hopper Plus Option.
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Disney World Updated Park Pass Reservations. Here's a Helpful Tip!
Here’s a tip for finding Disney World park reservations
You may notice that May and June Park Pass reservations for Walt Disney World just opened up slightly. This is due to a new policy Disney has implemented to help make theme park availability accessible to more people.
Walt Disney World Park Reservations
Has Disney increased park capacity? Not yet, though I think that’s coming soon.
Disney is now sweeping the system of cancelled package reservations.
If you had made a Walt Disney World vacation package and then later cancelled it, your theme park reservations remained in the system unless you manually went in and removed them.
Disney’s reservation system wasn’t yet smart enough to automatically cancel the park reservations along with the package cancellation.
Defunct park reservations were clogging up the system and making the parks appear to be sold out when they actually had availability.
Starting today, Disney will sweep the Park Pass system of all theme park reservations that are attached to cancelled package reservations.
Of course, if you hold tickets without a hotel reservation or have an annual pass, your park reservation will not be cancelled. The sweep only looks for park reservations that are attached to cancelled packages.
If you modify your package dates, Disney will give you 48 hours to change your Park Pass reservations to your new dates. After 24 hours, your park passes will automatically go back into inventory starting at midnight.
Disney World Park Reservation Tip
So we know that midnight is when Disney performs the sweep. If you need a park reservation and can’t get one, check early in the morning to see if any availability has been placed back into inventory. This would be your best chance of finding what you need.
There’s a lot to know about traveling to Walt Disney World these days. This is a great time to book with someone who can help you navigate all the changes and updates.
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Recent Updates
Military Discounts for Walt Disney World 2021 - Important Update!
2021 Military Discounts for Walt Disney World
Military discounts are now available on Walt Disney World Resort hotels and tickets. The discount is just slightly better than the Early 2021 offer available to the general public.
2021 Military Promotional Resort Room Only reservations are available at select resorts. Some exclusions are Art of Animation Little Mermaid rooms, all 3-Bedroom Villas, and campsites. You can book now for travel starting January 1, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Spouses of military service members members also qualify if they are able to present valid and active U.S. military IDs in the absence of active or retired military personnel.
Military rates are not always the best way to go. There could be better value in other offers, especially if you need theme park tickets. Contact me and I will help you determine the best deal available for your family and travel style.
Walt Disney World Military Discount on Tickets:
Members of the U.S. Military can choose between a 4-day, 5-day or 6-day Disney Military Promotional Ticket. Tickets must be purchased by February 14, 2021 and can be used through September 26, 2021.
Walt Disney World Military Ticket Prices:
6-Day Military Promotional Tickets
Purchase now through December 18, 2020 (extended through February 14, 2021*)
With the Park Hopper Option: $301 plus tax
5-Day Military Promotional Tickets
Purchase now through December 18, 2020 (extended through February 14, 2021*)
With the Park Hopper Option: $283 plus tax
4-Day Military Promotional Tickets
Purchase now through December 18, 2020 (extended through February 14, 2021*)
With the Park Hopper Option: $265 plus tax
Park Pass Reservations and Military Tickets
Tickets can be purchased at a military base or at the Shades of Green Resort at Walt Disney World. You want to make Park Pass reservations as soon as possible so picking up your tickets at Shades of Green is risky.
Also, there’s a good chance you won’t be able to make Park Pass reservations on the same day you pick up your tickets because My Disney Experience can take up to 24 hours to update. I do not recommend waiting until you arrive at Walt Disney World to make your Park Pass reservations, you should make them as far in advance as possible.
Therefore, you may wish to purchase regular-priced tickets in 2021 and just forgo the discount. Please keep in mind that having a hotel reservation at Walt Disney World and/or theme park tickets does not guarantee admission to the parks, Park Pass reservations are still required.
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Recent Updates
Disney Park Pass System Overview
Disney has added the Park Pass link to the My Disney Experience website, but the link will not be active until the morning of June 22. I’m hearing it will go live at 7 am ET, but this is not confirmed. Disney is recommending that guests use the website for this, not the mobile app.
Here’s a quick overview of the process. As always, please be sure to check the Know Before You Go website for the most current information as things are still changing.
The Walt Disney World News We've Been Waiting For is Finally Here!
Over the past few weeks, Disney has been sharing with us that a theme park reservation system would be announced to help manage attendance at the Walt Disney World Resort. Today, I have exciting information to share!
My Disney Experience & Park Pass System
On June 16th I shared that you will need a My Disney Experience account as we move forward. This is where your Walt Disney World Resort plans are stored and managed. You’ll also need a valid theme park ticket or Annual Pass that’s linked to your My Disney Experience account.
If you have a Disney Resort hotel reservation, be sure to link it to this My Disney Experience account beforehand, as well.
Once you’ve logged into your My Disney Experience account and linked your ticket, you’ll have access to a calendar of available reservation dates for each theme park. If you have a multi-day ticket, you will be required to make a park reservation for each date of your visit.
Families and friends can link their tickets together and look to arrange theme park entries at the same time. Use the Family and Friends section of My Disney Experience to link to each other there.
Please note, park reservations are limited in number and subject to availability. Availability can change until the reservation is finalized. At this time, guests will be able to select one park per day; visiting more than one park per day will be temporarily unavailable upon the reopening of the theme parks due to attendance limitations.
Guests with existing tickets that include the Park Hopper Option or Park Hopper Plus Option have options available to them for ticket modifications and cancellations. Disney says it hopes to bring back the ability to visit more than one park per day soon and will continue to offer these add-ons for 2021 ticket purchases.
Walt Disney World Park Pass System - Key Dates
Here’s a great video that explains more:
Planning a Trip for 2021
Planning a New Trip for Next Year: By June 28, all guests will be able to purchase new Disney Resort hotel packages and theme park tickets and make their park reservations for arrivals starting in 2021 as Disney’s phased reopening continues. Guests will be able to view park reservation availability on DisneyWorld.com prior to purchasing their tickets.
For those of you who already contacted me about booking or modifying your existing Walt Disney World reservation for 2021, I will be in touch very soon!
Magic Bands update
The technology for Magic Bands was almost obsolete the very day they were introduced as Smartphone technology really took off. We saw Disney doing a lot of testing with digital key entry into hotels rooms at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, where guests could use their phone to unlock the door. As the use of phones and apps continues to evolve. In 2021, Disney will unveil an innovative new offering as part of the My Disney Experience app that will bring features of a MagicBand to your smart devices, building on the app’s existing digital key feature.
With this new offering on the horizon, Disney will be retiring complimentary MagicBand distribution to Disney Resort hotel guests for new reservations with arrivals beginning Jan. 1, 2021.
Disney Resort hotel guests will continue to have the option to purchase new MagicBands at a discount, and we'll be introducing even more colors and designs featuring favorite Disney characters in the future. Guests who prefer not to purchase a discounted MagicBand will be able to use the My Disney Experience app or a Key to the World card during their visit.
Disney will still offer MagicBands in retail locations and on shopDisney.com, and guests will be able to continue using the wearables throughout Walt Disney World Resort.
Guests With Walt Disney World Reservations Should Link to My Disney Experience Now!
If you have an upcoming Walt Disney World Resort reservation, it’s very important for you to link your upcoming resort reservation and/or ticket to My Disney Experience as soon as possible.
This will enable you to receive important communications and information about next steps and key planning dates, including the recently announced Theme Park reservation system.
Here’s a helpful guide on how to link your Walt Disney World reservation to your My Disney Experience account:
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Walt Disney World Update: The Magic is Returning in Just 4 Weeks
The following is an email from Josh D'Amaro, Chairman, Disney Parks, Experiences & Products:
Walt Disney World will begin reopening on July 11, 2020
With the announcement of the proposed reopening dates for the Disneyland Resort, we are one more exciting step closer to reopening all of our Disney parks and experiences around the world. Throughout the past few weeks, we have reopened Shanghai Disneyland, Disney Springs and several Disney stores, and set dates for both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts, with more announcements coming soon.
We are purposefully taking baby steps during this very intentional phased approach. As one of the first major theme parks to close our operations and the last to reopen, we have been deliberate about keeping the health and safety of our cast, guests and local communities top of mind. And as we look forward to bringing our cast members back to work, and welcoming you back as cherished guests – we know it will take all of us working together responsibly to recapture the magic.
We’re fortunate to be guided by a talented team of professionals who’ve helped us implement a variety of new health and safety measures reflecting the guidance of local health and government authorities. These are designed with both the cast and guests in mind for the unique environments of each of our parks, resorts and stores.
While certain aspects of your visit may change, I assure you the quality of our storytelling, magic of our experiences and the caliber of our cast members has not. We recognize the trust that you have in the Disney brand, and we will continue to earn your trust every day.
My confidence comes in part from all of the hard work our teams have been doing behind the scenes in the past few months… as well as by the early successes we have seen at Shanghai Disneyland, the first of our theme parks to reopen. Guest satisfaction has been extremely high, and we will continue to make sure that as we bring back experiences, our attention to promoting your safety, maintaining your trust and providing unique ways for you to come together with family and friends to create new memories remains high as well.
Walt Disney once said that it takes people to make the dream a reality, and as we prepare ourselves to reopen his original park, I want you to know how eternally grateful I am for all of you who have made Disney parks, stores, hotels, cruise lines, guided tours and vacation properties part of your lives, as well as for the cast members, crew members, Imagineers, and employees who have brought them to life for the past 65 years.
I know this has been a difficult year due to the impacts of COVID-19, but I can’t help but feel a great sense of hope and optimism. And like many of you, I look forward to hearing the laughter and seeing the joy of families making memories together… and I can’t wait to see you when the magic returns to all of our parks and resorts.
Be well,
Josh D'Amaro
Chairman, Disney Parks, Experiences & Products
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2021 Walt Disney World Ticketless Packages Explained
Walt Disney World is making it easy for guests to book 2021 reservations right now!
Book a 2021 Walt Disney World Ticketless Package now!
To book a 2021 reservation, first contact your travel advisor, because you cannot do this online. The advantage is that you can lock in your room today with the $200 package deposit. You’ll be able to add tickets and/or dining plans to your reservation later, without any additional deposit due.
Disney is now accepting reservations through the summer of 2021.
This is a big deal because, in previous years, Disney would not allow you to book a package reservation until ticket and dining prices had been determined, usually by June or July. You would also have to adjust the nightly room rate once those had been determined.
But this year, Disney has already determined room rates through the end of summer 2021 so there won’t be an adjustment after you book your room. Plus you can add tickets and dining very easily once they become available.
How it Works
Book your room reservation now as a ticketless package, availability is wide opened
Add tickets and/or a dining plan when they become available, probably in June or July of 2020. No additional deposit is due when adding tickets/dining.
Apply a future offer if/when one becomes available.
Why You Should Book Your Room Now
Most people want the best available rate at Walt Disney World Resort hotels. Most often this is standard view, and garden view. These room categories are among the first to sell out because they are the cheapest. Upgraded room categories like preferred rooms, tower rooms, theme park views, and water view rooms cost significantly more.
As a travel advisor, I always recommend booking early to lock in a cheaper room category. Those who want an upgraded room like Tower, Magic Kingdom View at Disney’s Contemporary Resort should book early some are extremely popular despite the cost and they do often sell out, especially on holidays.
The World’s Most Magical Celebration -Walt Disney World 2021
2021 Walt Disney World Ticketless Package FAQ
What is a Ticketless Package?
This is a room reservation that is left open-ended so you can add tickets and/or a Disney Dining Plan later on.
What’s the benefit of a Ticketless Package?
There are a few benefits.
You can add tickets and or dining later on without having to rebook your room reservation as a package reservation.
You can book your reservation with the $200 package deposit rather than the Room-Only deposit amount.
You lock in the room category and resort you want before the masses begin booking reservations.
What Happens if Disney releases a discount for 2021, will I be eligible?
Generally yes, Disney will allow you to apply offers and discounts to existing reservations, subject to offer type and availability. Your travel advisor will let you know if you need to make some changes in order to get the discount.
What is the cancellation policy on a Ticketless Package?
You can cancel or modify your reservation up to 30-days prior to arrival.
Can I add a dining plan without tickets?
Yes! Tickets are not required.
Can I add tickets but no dining plan?
Yes! Dining plans are not required.
How do I book a 2021 Ticketless Package?
You should contact your travel advisor who will walk you through the steps and the policies. Ticketless Packages cannot be booked online.
When will Disney publish ticket and dining prices?
This can happen at any time, but historically they publish rates for the following year in June or July.
2021 promises to be a big year at Walt Disney World, specifically October 1, 2021, the official anniversary date. But many new attractions are coming online like Tron, Star Wars Galaxy's Edge, and numerous new attractions coming to Epcot. Disney is planning on record attendance levels, especially now that so many people are rebooking their 2020 trips. So don’t wait, get your 2021 Walt Disney World quote today!
New Ticket Offer + Agency Exclusive Offers
We’ve been hard at work bringing you a new line up of Agency Exclusive Offers Walt Disney World travel in 2020. New offers are coming in all the time so be sure to check the Current Offers page frequently. I’m hearing news of yet another Agency Exclusive from Magical Vacations Travel coming this week for November (hint…hint).
New 4-Day Magic Ticket Now Available for Walt DIsney World Resort in Florida.
Four-Day Magic Ticket Now Available
And starting today, you can purchase a four-day, Walt Disney World Resort 4-Park Magic Ticket from $89 per day (plus tax).
A regular priced 4-day ticket comes is about $480.39*
A 4-Park Magic Ticket comes is about $398.60*
*Sample pricing based on Aug 1, 2020.
The 4-Park Magic Ticket includes one day of admission to Magic Kingdom Park, one day of admission to Epcot, one day of admission to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and one day of admission to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, for a total of four admissions over a 7-day window.
More Savings!
Save even more when you combine the Four Day Magic Ticket with a Magical Vacations Travel Agency Exclusive Offer.
Water Park Option
You can also upgrade your ticket to include one admission to either Disney water park and one admission to the all-new NBA Experience at Disney Springs*.
Four Day Magic Ticket FAQ
Can I purchase this ticket as part of a Walt Disney World Resort Package?
No. It cannot be combined with a traditional Resort Package. It can be purchased as a separate component to room-only reservations, and Magical Vacations Travel Agency Exclusive Offers.
Do the tickets expire?
You must select a start date on or before September 30, 2020 and ticket expires 7 days after the selected start date.
I want to visit Magic Kingdom twice, and skip Epcot. Can I do that?
No. This ticket can be used to enter each theme park only once and one theme park per day. You can choose the order in which you’d like to visit each park.
Can the Four Day Magic Ticket Be Modified or Canceled?
Tickets are nonrefundable, nontransferable and exclude activities/events separately priced. You can move the start date but there is no credit given if that date costs less. If the start date costs more, you’ll pay the difference in price.
Know Before You Go:
All tickets and options are nontransferable and nonrefundable and exclude activities/events separately priced.
A 4-Park Magic Ticket includes one admission to each of the Walt Disney World theme parks (Magic Kingdom park, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park), for a total of 4 admissions.
Limit one admission per theme park, and one park per day.
Water Park admission is valid for one admission to Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park or Disney's Blizzard Beach water park. NBA Experience admission is valid for one admission to the NBA Experience.
Water Parks subject to rehabilitation, seasonal and weather closures.
*To participate in NBA Experience activities, footwear is required; athletic footwear is recommended. Age restrictions may apply. Adults must sign a waiver when they arrive at the venue; for children younger than age 18, the child’s parent/guardian must sign the waiver for minors.
Additional Dates Now on Sale for Disney After Hours in 2020
Disney After Hours Events 2020
There are now more Disney After Hours event dates to choose from in 2020 at both Magic Kingdom Park and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park.
Magic Kingdom Park
January 23, 27 & 31
February 3, 10, 17 & 24
March 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
April 5, 13, 20 & 27
May 5, 11, 18 & 25
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park
April 1, 7, 14 & 22
May 2, 9, 16, 19 & 26
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased in advance for $129 per adult or child, plus tax, or on the day of the event for $139 per adult or child, plus tax. Contact Darren today to book your tickets
How The New Tickets Work + Pricing
I recently posted news about a possible increase in Walt Disney World ticket prices and a new tiered ticket system. This is now official.
Seasonal pricing for a 1-Day Walt Disney World ticket and price increases for multi-day tickets will go into effect at Disney Parks Sunday, Feb. 28, 2016.
How will it work?
Each month is divided into value, regular and peak days with an 8-11 month calendar available for viewing online. Here’s an example, if you plan a visit for September, you will have a variety of options, including many days in the value period, which will give you the opportunity to pay less for a 1-Day ticket. If you plan to visit during a peak period, like the winter holidays you will pay more. Purchasing a 1-Day ticket in a non-peak period, or choosing multi-day ticket and annual passes, will provide additional flexibility and value.
Ticket Calendar
You can choose from 3 types of 1-Day Theme Park Tickets. Tickets are available for Peak, Regular and Value seasons. Click here to view Peak, Regular and Value dates. 1-Day Theme Park Tickets will expire on December 31 of the year following purchase. View the 2016 Walt Disney Ticket Rates
1-Day Ticket Options
2016 Walt Disney World Ticket Prices
Guests who choose a 1-Day Ticket can select from the following:
- 1-Day Magic Your Way Magic Kingdom Ticket
- 1-Day Magic Your Way Epcot or Hollywood Studios or Animal Kingdom Ticket
- 1-Day Magic Your Way Park Hopper Ticket
- 1-Day Magic Your Way Water Park Fun & More Ticket
- 1-Day Magic Your Way Park Hopper & Water Park Fun & More Ticket
Multi-Day Ticket Options at Walt Disney World
Multi-Day Tickets
Guests who choose 2 to 10 day Magic Your Way Base Tickets enjoy admission to any one of the four Walt Disney World® Theme Parks for each day of their ticket. Any of the following options can be added:
- Park Hopper Option
Come and go as you please through all four Walt Disney World Theme Parks (Magic Kingdom Park, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park) on the same day for each day of your ticket.
- Water Park Fun & More Option
Two Disney Water Parks, Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park or Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park.
- What does the "& More" include?
- Disney's Oak Trail Golf Course
- DisneyQuest® Indoor Interactive Theme Park
- ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex
- Disney's Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf course (before 4:00 p.m.)
- Disney's Winter Summerland Miniature Golf course (before 4:00 p.m.)
Expiration of Tickets
In addition, although in the past 1-Day tickets for Walt Disney World Resort did not expire, 1-Day tickets sold on or after Sunday, Feb. 28 for Walt Disney World Resort will expire at the end of the next calendar year. For example, 1-day tickets sold in 2016 will expire on Dec. 31, 2017. The amount paid for an unused, expired ticket may be applied towards the purchase of a new ticket at the current price.
Darren is the creator of Save at Walt Disney World and Specializes in Disney Destinations withMagical Vacations Travel. For discounts, offers, and ways to save money, visit SaveAtWDW.com
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