ANNUAL PASSES ARE BACK!!!

[Sandisw]

Oh didnt catch that.

Who wants to bet they screw it up to start with and all those white card members manage to get one when not eligible and then they sell out and people complain they didnt get one who could actually get one...

Its possible that they will have it fixed…the DVC MB+ on shopdisney was able to prevent those not eligible for getting it…maybe that was the test to see how to program it to distinguish since you could buy in person? I know…it’s a stretch.

Or, they will go back to needing to verify in person when bought online, especially since household members always have to show proof of address.

 

[kilik64]

Its possible that they will have it fixed…the DVC MB+ on shopdisney was able to prevent those not eligible for getting it…maybe that was the test to see how to program it to distinguish since you could buy in person? I know…it’s a stretch.

Or, they will go back to needing to verify in person when bought online, especially since household members always have to show proof of address.

Actually really not that big a stretch probably, probably uses the same checkout/cart system.

 

[DVCjj]

From what I read in the official announcement, sounds like Sorcerer was just available for DVC-Y members. Maybe someone else saw a definite answer though.

I have 2 memberships: One was Resale (early 2014) and one was Direct (slightly later in 2014. Have always had AP's.
This week I called to renew and for the first time, it was a very odd phone call. Put Main Membership # into the computer (as always it's the slightly earlier BCV Resale one..my first DVC purchase....the one ALWAYS used by DVC for any phone call/computer).

This time I was put on hold a long time and the CM comes back on and says "Do you have any other membership"? Yes, I have a Poly Direct one. He asks for THAT #". Hold again. He comes back on and says "that's the one I needed" and tells me he must connect me to another dept to renew the AP. Then he says "Make sure you give THAT # to them, not the other". WHAT??? First time this ever happened. All worked out fine and I renewed the Sorcerer AP but it is obvious something is taking place. I presume this means only Direct will be able to buy/renew a Sorcerer Pass, either now of very soon. Just my opinion.

 

[Pinnochio]

Beginning April 18, Annual Passholders can visit the theme parks after 2 p.m. without needing a park reservation, except on Saturdays and Sundays at Magic Kingdom Park.

 

[ars13]

Yes, you can purchase online. This is confirmed in the email.

Amazing! Thanks!

 

[fitnessmouse]

Beginning April 18, Annual Passholders can visit the theme parks after 2 p.m. without needing a park reservation, except on Saturdays and Sundays at Magic Kingdom Park.

This was already announced earlier

 

[Red Dog Run]

Just in time for me to be broke since I have switched over to Universal Annual passes. Wonder if the resident pricing (down payment and monthly) for Florida that is also available as a DVC member since we can purchase the pass. That'll be my question when I call.

 

[ars13]

going to be in Vero Beach on 4/13… think there is any chance to buy tickets there?

 

[MarkNC2Disney]

The T’s and C’s answer some of the questions in this thread regarding activation:

PASS EXPIRATION: For a new Pass purchase (not a renewal), a Pass is valid for applicable privileges for one (1) year from the date of use of the Pass for first entry into a Walt Disney World® Resort theme park. Pass privileges will not be available until such Pass is activated via park entry; provided, however, that park reservations, as available and subject to associated restrictions, may be made in anticipation of activation of a Pass so long as such Pass has not expired. A Pass will expire if it is not activated within one (1) year from the date of purchase, and upon expiration, such expired Pass may no longer be activated or have park reservations scheduled for it, and any existing park reservations for such Pass will be cancelled. No refunds will be given. The original Pass may not be transferred, and the amount paid for the original Pass may not be redeemed for cash or be used for any other purpose other than the purchase of another Pass or ticket. However, the amount paid for an unactivated, expired Pass may be applied towards the purchase of a new Pass or ticket (subject to availability) at the then current price so long as the new Pass or ticket purchase price is equal to or greater than the amount paid for the original Pass. The then current terms, conditions and benefits associated with the newly purchased Pass or ticket will apply at that time.

https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/annual-pass-terms-conditions/

 

[Sandisw]

Actually really not that big a stretch probably, probably uses the same checkout/cart system.

I will add too that the mess last time with those not eligible getting them was widely discussed here, and they did eventually stop the practice, and some even were denied the ability to activate it.

Lets hope they took the 16 months pause to figure it out!

 

[mom2tcdx2]

I would love to buy the annual passes, but alas I don't just have $2000 sitting around to buy 2 passes. We are ones who would make the drive and do several shorter trips throughout they year if we could find a pass manageable. We now can only manage to swing a 5 day trip once a year, and don't have the ability to do this year after we did 2022 and 2021. Too bad they still never offered DVC members the payment plan like they do Florida residents. Guess they aren't really wanting some DVC members to come but once a year?

 

[pianomanzano]

Can anyone share how they verify household for family members? My MIL just moved in with us, no drivers license or bills under her name at our address. We have tickets for her for our July trip that we want to now upgrade as an AP.

 

[disney dumbo]

Is there typical a children's rate? or is it just 1 ticket for any age?
When we buy it, how long can we wait to really activate it. It will be fall possibly August before we can go. So does annual time period start at purchase or first day of use?
Thanks for your thoughts and experience!

 

[erionm]

Is there typical a children's rate? or is it just 1 ticket for any age?

Disney eliminated the separate child pricing for APs many years ago.

 

[The Jackal]

Is there typical a children's rate? or is it just 1 ticket for any age?
When we buy it, how long can we wait to really activate it. It will be fall possibly August before we can go. So does annual time period start at purchase or first day of use?
Thanks for your thoughts and experience!

One price only. You should be able to hold it for years. It should be first day activated and used.

Anyone surprised this is going on now, since the 50th anniversary ended. I’m not. I guessed this would happen. It’s about time. Lots of semi happy people now. Happy to get the pass, not happy at the price.

 

[bobbiwoz]

Those passes have a lot of holidays blocked though? I want one but our next trip is over NYE.

The Sorcerer Pass does have blackout dates. Last year we bought a ticket for MK for December 30. We have the AP.

 

[bobbiwoz]

We have Sorcerers AP’s and does anyone know the renewal rate. I need to renew for our July trip, and the first day I can renew is April 13….

 

[Rosybella9]

Does anyone know if the 6 months 0% APR on the Disney Visa applies to annual passes?

 

[BWV Dreamin]

Still want to know if I buy a voucher, how long do I have to activate it?

 

[RamblinWreck]

I will be there on the 17th through the 21st

How does the process of upgrading a ticket work?