Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2024 Edition

[Duckbug.Ducktales]

Remember, kids. Bullying companies works.

Rumor is Disney put pressure on them to lower prices, too

Still, $20 for an egg sandwich is too expensive for me

 

[Smugpugmug]

Rumor is Disney put pressure on them to lower prices, too

Still, $20 for an egg sandwich is too expensive for me

They probably saw how much bad press these prices were getting. I was driving the other day and the radio station I was listening to that's MD based was talking about the Cake Shop and absolutely mocking these prices.

I can't get over the $9 iced tea. That's beyond delusional.

 

[Jrb1979]

They probably saw how much bad press these prices were getting. I was driving the other day and the radio station I was listening to that's MD based was talking about the Cake Shop and absolutely mocking these prices.

I can't get over the $9 iced tea. That's beyond delusional.

I still can't get over how many will scoff at these prices but have no problem paying the outrageous prices for mediocre food at character meals.

 

[OKW Lover]

I still can't get over how many will scoff at these prices but have no problem paying the outrageous prices for mediocre food at character meals.

So...how about if they add characters to this restaurant. Would that help?

 

[Jrb1979]

So...how about if they add characters to this restaurant. Would that help?

No wouldn't make a difference. All I'm saying is many are saying this is over priced yet character meals are just as bad but nobody says anything

 

[jlundeen]

Walt Disney World Raises Prices on Annual Passes
https://blogmickey.com/2024/10/walt-disney-world-raises-prices-on-annual-passes/

Effective immediately, Walt Disney World has raised prices on its Annual Pass products. This is the first price increase for Annual Passes in more than a year, with the previous price increase coming Oct. 11, 2023. Prior to that, price increases occurred on Dec. 8, 2022, and a new post-COVID Annual Pass product was introduced in August 2021. Here’s a look at the

On average, Walt Disney World Annual Passes increased roughly 6.4%, with the Sorcerer Pass (+8%) receiving the largest increase, and the Pirate Pass (+3.75%) receiving the smallest increase. Here’s a list of the Annual Pass options, new prices, and pass benefits.

Disney Incredi-Pass | $1,549 (previously $1,449)

With all the fun and incredible powers of this pass, you’ll feel super!
$1,549 plus tax—or $121 per month with 12 monthly payments and 0% APR after $205 down payment with the Florida Resident Monthly Payment Program.

Highlights of This Pass

• Admission to one or more Walt Disney World Resort theme parks during the year with an advance reservation (reservations are limited and are subject to availability)**
• No blockout dates apply
• Make and hold up to 5 theme park reservations at a time on a rolling basis². View current Annual Pass reservation availability
• Passholders staying at Disney Resort hotels or other select hotels are eligible to make theme park reservations for each day of their Resort stay(s), in addition to holding 5 theme park reservations at a time
• Standard theme park parking
• Discounts on dining, merchandise and more*

Disney Sorcerer Pass | $1,079 (previously $999)

If you’re a Florida Resident or eligible Disney Vacation Club Member⁶, conjure your own brand of special magic with this pass.
$1,079 plus tax – or $79 per month with 12 monthly payments and 0% APR after $205 down payment with the Florida Resident Monthly Payment Program.

Highlights of This Pass

• Admission to one or more Walt Disney World Resort theme parks on most days of the year with an advance theme park reservation (reservations are limited and subject to availability)**
• Blockout dates apply, including select days during select holiday periods—view blockout dates
• Make and hold up to 5 theme park reservations at a time on a rolling basis². View current Annual Pass reservation availability
• Passholders staying at Disney Resort hotels or other select hotels are eligible to make theme park reservations for each day of their Resort stay(s), in addition to holding 5 theme park reservations at a time
• Standard theme park parking
• Discounts on dining, merchandise and more*

Disney Pirate Pass | $829 (previously $799)
Arrgh you lookin’ for even more treasure? If you’re a Florida Resident, look no further.
$829 plus tax – or $57 per month with 12 monthly payments and 0% APR after $205 down payment with the Florida Resident Monthly Payment Program.

Highlights of This Pass

• Admission to one or more Walt Disney World Resort theme parks on most days of the year with an advance park reservation (reservations are limited and subject to availability)**
• Blockout dates apply, including during peak and holiday periods—view blockout dates
• Make and hold up to 4 theme park reservations at a time on a rolling basis². View current Annual Pass reservation availability
• Passholders staying at Disney Resort hotels or other select hotels are eligible to make theme park reservations for each day of their Resort stay(s), in addition to holding 4 theme park reservations at a time
• Standard theme park parking
• Discounts on dining, merchandise and more*

Disney Pixie Dust Pass | $469 (previously $439)
This pass for Florida Residents lets you sparkle with Disney magic.
$469 plus tax—or $25 per month with 12 monthly payments and 0% APR after $205 down payment with the Florida Resident Monthly Payment Program.

Highlights of This Pass

• Admission to one or more Walt Disney World Resort theme parks on most weekdays during the year with an advance park reservation (reservations are limited and subject to availability)**
• Blockout dates apply, including during peak and holiday periods—view blockout dates
• Make and hold up to 3 theme park reservations at a time on a rolling basis². View current Annual Pass reservation availability
• Passholders staying at Disney Resort hotels or other select hotels are eligible to make theme park reservations for each day of their Resort stay(s), in addition to holding 3 theme park reservations at a time
• Standard theme park parking
• Discounts on dining, merchandise and more*

Annual Pass Renewal Prices

Additionally, if you’re a current Annual Passholder, you can enjoy discounted pricing when you renew your pass. Here are the renewal prices (via Scott Gustin):

• Incredi-Pass: $1,299 (was $1,229)
• Sorcerer: $929 (was $849)
• Pirate: $709 (was $679)
• Pixie Dust: $399 (was $369)

 

[IanDLBZF from MCMagic]

From USA Today:
https://www.usatoday.com/story/trav...3/disney-world-annual-pass-price/75793896007/

 

[Duckbug.Ducktales]

Walt Disney World Raises Prices on Annual Passes
https://blogmickey.com/2024/10/walt-disney-world-raises-prices-on-annual-passes/

Effective immediately, Walt Disney World has raised prices on its Annual Pass products. This is the first price increase for Annual Passes in more than a year, with the previous price increase coming Oct. 11, 2023. Prior to that, price increases occurred on Dec. 8, 2022, and a new post-COVID Annual Pass product was introduced in August 2021. Here’s a look at the

On average, Walt Disney World Annual Passes increased roughly 6.4%, with the Sorcerer Pass (+8%) receiving the largest increase, and the Pirate Pass (+3.75%) receiving the smallest increase. Here’s a list of the Annual Pass options, new prices, and pass benefits.

Disney Incredi-Pass | $1,549 (previously $1,449)

With all the fun and incredible powers of this pass, you’ll feel super!
$1,549 plus tax—or $121 per month with 12 monthly payments and 0% APR after $205 down payment with the Florida Resident Monthly Payment Program.

Highlights of This Pass

• Admission to one or more Walt Disney World Resort theme parks during the year with an advance reservation (reservations are limited and are subject to availability)**
• No blockout dates apply
• Make and hold up to 5 theme park reservations at a time on a rolling basis². View current Annual Pass reservation availability
• Passholders staying at Disney Resort hotels or other select hotels are eligible to make theme park reservations for each day of their Resort stay(s), in addition to holding 5 theme park reservations at a time
• Standard theme park parking
• Discounts on dining, merchandise and more*

Disney Sorcerer Pass | $1,079 (previously $999)

If you’re a Florida Resident or eligible Disney Vacation Club Member⁶, conjure your own brand of special magic with this pass.
$1,079 plus tax – or $79 per month with 12 monthly payments and 0% APR after $205 down payment with the Florida Resident Monthly Payment Program.

Highlights of This Pass

• Admission to one or more Walt Disney World Resort theme parks on most days of the year with an advance theme park reservation (reservations are limited and subject to availability)**
• Blockout dates apply, including select days during select holiday periods—view blockout dates
• Make and hold up to 5 theme park reservations at a time on a rolling basis². View current Annual Pass reservation availability
• Passholders staying at Disney Resort hotels or other select hotels are eligible to make theme park reservations for each day of their Resort stay(s), in addition to holding 5 theme park reservations at a time
• Standard theme park parking
• Discounts on dining, merchandise and more*

Disney Pirate Pass | $829 (previously $799)
Arrgh you lookin’ for even more treasure? If you’re a Florida Resident, look no further.
$829 plus tax – or $57 per month with 12 monthly payments and 0% APR after $205 down payment with the Florida Resident Monthly Payment Program.

Highlights of This Pass

• Admission to one or more Walt Disney World Resort theme parks on most days of the year with an advance park reservation (reservations are limited and subject to availability)**
• Blockout dates apply, including during peak and holiday periods—view blockout dates
• Make and hold up to 4 theme park reservations at a time on a rolling basis². View current Annual Pass reservation availability
• Passholders staying at Disney Resort hotels or other select hotels are eligible to make theme park reservations for each day of their Resort stay(s), in addition to holding 4 theme park reservations at a time
• Standard theme park parking
• Discounts on dining, merchandise and more*

Disney Pixie Dust Pass | $469 (previously $439)
This pass for Florida Residents lets you sparkle with Disney magic.
$469 plus tax—or $25 per month with 12 monthly payments and 0% APR after $205 down payment with the Florida Resident Monthly Payment Program.

Highlights of This Pass

• Admission to one or more Walt Disney World Resort theme parks on most weekdays during the year with an advance park reservation (reservations are limited and subject to availability)**
• Blockout dates apply, including during peak and holiday periods—view blockout dates
• Make and hold up to 3 theme park reservations at a time on a rolling basis². View current Annual Pass reservation availability
• Passholders staying at Disney Resort hotels or other select hotels are eligible to make theme park reservations for each day of their Resort stay(s), in addition to holding 3 theme park reservations at a time
• Standard theme park parking
• Discounts on dining, merchandise and more*

Annual Pass Renewal Prices

Additionally, if you’re a current Annual Passholder, you can enjoy discounted pricing when you renew your pass. Here are the renewal prices (via Scott Gustin):

• Incredi-Pass: $1,299 (was $1,229)
• Sorcerer: $929 (was $849)
• Pirate: $709 (was $679)
• Pixie Dust: $399 (was $369)

Bought one last week, just in time!

 

[mickey916]

Bought one last week, just in time!

Mine was up for renewal 11/29 but I figured this was coming so I renewed as soon as I hit the 60 day mark. Glad I did!

 

[Leigh L]

2025 Disney Armed Forces Salute Announced for Walt Disney World​

https://www.militarydisneytips.com/...orces-salute-announced-for-walt-disney-world/

 

[JoJoGirl]

Disney's Hollywood Studios Adjusts Morning Entry Procedure: What You Need to Know​

Guests visiting Disney's Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World are in for a change in the morning entry procedure. The park has just updated its process for guests arriving ahead of its official opening time, making early entry more accessible for all parkgoers. Here's a breakdown of what has changed and what it means for your day at the park.

For a scheduled 9:00 am opening, all guests—including non-resort guests—are now allowed through the tap styles starting at 8:00 am. Previously, this early entry privilege was only offered to Disney Resort hotel guests, while non-resort guests were held at the main entrance before the tap points until park opening time. With the new procedure, everyone can get past the initial checkpoint earlier, providing more time to enjoy the Hollywood Studios atmosphere before the attractions open.

Once inside the park, there are three designated checkpoints for resort guests participating in the Early Entry benefit: one on Sunset Boulevard, one on Grand Avenue for Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, and one at the entrance to Toy Story Land. Resort guests can pass through these checkpoints and join attraction lines ready for the 8:30 am start of Early Entry, while non-resort guests are held at these points until the official park opening time at 9:00 am.

Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway is located before any of the checkpoints, and guests are able to enter the line if staying at a Disney resort hotel.

This update marks a return to the pre-pandemic experience, where all guests could enter the park before opening.

Experienced this this morning. It was so much better the old way!

 

[Tom_E_D]

Experienced this this morning. It was so much better the old way!

I'm going to take a wild guess and say that you are staying onsite. I suspect those staying offsite may feel differently.

 

[brockash]

I'm going to take a wild guess and say that you are staying onsite. I suspect those staying offsite may feel differently.

Oh I agree. If I were staying offsite; I would much prefer this, but it's certainly a disadvantage to their onsite guests.

 

[Brian Noble]

How is it a disadvantage? Onsite guests still get past the checkpoints prior to park opening, and offsite guests still do not. The offsite guests don't also have to dribble through the turnstiles at park open, so it is less of an advantage than it was before, but that's not at all the same.

This is also how the other three parks worked the last time I was there, so it is consistent.

 

[sherlockmiles]

now onsite people have to work through the offsite people and there's a second checkpoint, versus just enter correct gate and go!

I can see losing time to wade through the offdsite people standing at the check site

 

[Tom_E_D]

New Record High 2025 Ticket Prices at Disney World!​

Walt Disney World has increased ticket prices for 1-day, multi-day, base and Park Hopper options for November and December 2025, hitting new peak season record highs! This post has pricing for 2024 vs. next year, details on the increases, and commentary offering our thoughts.

 

[Duckbug.Ducktales]

New Record High 2025 Ticket Prices at Disney World!​

Walt Disney World has increased ticket prices for 1-day, multi-day, base and Park Hopper options for November and December 2025, hitting new peak season record highs! This post has pricing for 2024 vs. next year, details on the increases, and commentary offering our thoughts.

I like to go in early December because it's less crowded and one gets the holiday decor but it seems that more and more people are wanting to travel in these cooler months

 

[Brian Noble]

I can see losing time to wade through the offdsite people standing at the check site

The turnstiles open an hour prior, and the attractions only start 30 minutes prior. That's plenty of time. In the other three parks, the checkpoints are not particularly congested--I don't see why that would be any worse here.

 

[JoJoGirl]

Experienced this this morning. It was so much better the old way!

Whoops! I meant to say that the new way is so much better THAN the old way! I posted that on the run and somehow that critical word disappeared, ugh. So sorry!

Yeah, it was much easier to allow everyone to enter the park, and then scan resort guests at the entrance to the lands where the open attractions are. Like it’s done at MK. This was definitely a positive change!

 

[BrianL]

Whoops! I meant to say that the new way is so much better THAN the old way! I posted that on the run and somehow that critical word disappeared, ugh. So sorry!

Yeah, it was much easier to allow everyone to enter the park, and then scan resort guests at the entrance to the lands where the open attractions are. Like it’s done at MK. This was definitely a positive change!

Well, the new way is actually the old way anyway.....