5 Things You Need to Know About 2021 Walt Disney World Resort Packages
Starting today, 2021 Walt Disney World Resort vacation packages go on sale. There are a few changes, plus a few more on the way but here are the top 5 things you need to know.
Please reach out to me with any questions you have. If you would like complimentary assistance planning your 2021 Walt Disney World vacation, please fill out my Quote Form today, and I’ll reply with some options for you.
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2021 Walt Disney World Resort Updates:
2021 Walt Disney World Resort Packages are available now (Jan 1 - Sep 26 only)
2021 Magical Vacations Travel Agency Exclusive Offers are coming soon! Look for them on my Offers Page and on the MVT website.
Park Hoppers and Water Park options are available
Disney Dining Plans are temporarily on hold but should return soon
Magic Bands are no longer needed beginning Jan 1, 2021, but can be purchased if you prefer to use one instead of an iPhone or Andriod phone.
If you’re wondering why you can book through September 26 only, don’t worry. We are all puzzled by that. I’m hearing it has something to do with the 50th-anniversary celebration kicking off in the fall. Walt Disney World Resort turns 50 on October 1, 2021.
Price Watch and Perks
Did you know that when you book your Walt Disney World vacation through me you receive special perks like Price Watch, Agency Exclusive hotel offers, and the option to make payments? Check them out here on the Perks Page!
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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.
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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!