2009 booking dates

[Steelersfan]

We want to go back to WDW in August of 2009. Does anyone know when we would be able to book our room as well as airfare?

Thanks

[Harvestmooner]

Usually in August-the new prices come out. But you can book the room now.

[kimis]

I agree is it usually August. This makes it hard for those of us that go in January. However I "make" myself get our trip planned and ressies made. LOL

[amykay9377]

I like booking online--right now they only go to 12/31/2008. Should I assume that if I go to wdw online the first week of the new year, I will be able to see September 2009 dates and book? (I am shy when it comes to doing business over the phone, so I prefer not to if I can help it!...)

[Debi]

amykay9377, you'll be able to book for September 2009 long before the beginning of next year. Historically, rates for the following year are released in August, so it should be within the next 4-6 weeks that you'll be able to book for 2009!

[CleveRocks]

"Packages" can't be reserved until the 2009 rates are unveiled, which, as stated earlier, will likely be some time in August.

But you can book a "room-only" reservation right now! But only by telephone, not on the website. In fact, you can make room-only reservations 499 days in advance.

If you want to stay in a resort or room category that frequently sells out, then you definitely want to go ahead and book a room-only reservation ASAP, to make sure you aren't locked out of getting the room you want. You can change it to a package later, if you want.