FastPass+ Basic Info, Attraction List, and Suggested Priorities--Part I

[mrsclark]

We had to move our vacation up by two weeks or so. For our original vacation dates, I had an AE FP+. Now, all the dates for the new vacation show as all distributed which is to be expected.

Do FP+ become available again if someone cancels? I have read elsewhere that these are like ADRs and if someone drops it, you can pick it up, but the phrase "all distributed" gave me pause - suggesting to me there was zero chance of any becoming available.

If they do become available, what is the fastest and easiest way to check availability - modify my current FP+, I would assume, but I wanted to see if anyone had shortcuts? I know how to keep checking for ADRs on a regular basis, but this is my first time using FP+ system so I am still learning the ropes.

 

[Cluelyss]

We had to move our vacation up by two weeks or so. For our original vacation dates, I had an AE FP+. Now, all the dates for the new vacation show as all distributed which is to be expected. Do FP+ become available again if someone cancels? I have read elsewhere that these are like ADRs and if someone drops it, you can pick it up, but the phrase "all distributed" gave me pause - suggesting to me there was zero chance of any becoming available. If they do become available, what is the fastest and easiest way to check availability - modify my current FP+, I would assume, but I wanted to see if anyone had shortcuts? I know how to keep checking for ADRs on a regular basis, but this is my first time using FP+ system so I am still learning the ropes.

I've heard stories of people having success securing FP+ for A&E well into their booking window, so would assume if someone drops their reservation it goes back into circulation. The only drawback in checking for availability is that you are limited to times that you currently have a FP+ scheduled for. If you want to be able to check for all available times, you would need to cancel your whole day. Also, you may have better luck searching for just one at a time and trying to overlap the windows for each member of your party. Good luck, hope you can snag one !!

 

[saxman]

Currently planning a trip for March 7. My question is - Will A&E still be in such high demand for FP+ at the 60 day window during March? My 60 window in way too close for all those Christmas bills and we would like to wait until Feb. to buy tickets and be able to reserve FP+.

 

[Clare Voince]

Currently planning a trip for March 7. My question is - Will A&E still be in such high demand for FP+ at the 60 day window during March? My 60 window in way too close for all those Christmas bills and we would like to wait until Feb. to buy tickets and be able to reserve FP+.

Yes. When my 60 day window opened, A&E was gone for the first day of my trip, and was only available for later in the week. A few days later, it was gone for my whole trip.

 

[jbcheerchick93]

Hi everyone! My family and I have been to WDW many times...however I have a question that I have yet to see an answer to. We planned a very last minute day trip to Magic Kingdom (we decided TODAY that we will be going TOMORROW!!!!). I have the MDX app and I have an account, etc. I was hoping someone could let me know whether or not we would be able to connect our tickets the day that we purchase them, during the ~45mins that we plan to be there before rope drop. I understand that mostly everything goes during the 60 day out window, but I was hoping that I might be able to still make FP+s for some of the rides that my Grammie wants to go on.

Main question: if I buy our tickets THAT MORNING at the park and load them to my app, will I immediately be able to go in and see if there are any FPs available for that day.

TIA!!!

 

[Uncle Donald Wess]

I'm sorry if this question has already been answered, I did not see the answer at the beginning of this thread either. Do ADR's effect FasPass+? For example, if we have an ADR at Epcot do we have to book Fastpasses for Epcot or can we book them for another park? We had some friends that had this issue this past spring so I was curious if this is just the way it is. Thank you!

 

[Monykalyn]

I've heard rumors that they release additional FP's at 30 days for day guests. Not sure if that's true, but worth checking at your 30-day mark. Good luck!

I wondered about this too as last trip (off site) I got both 7DMT and A&E. Granted they were both later in evening (park close at 1am.) but I booked them at about 20 or so days out in May for June trip...I also don't think those late times are as popular as then you can't get additional FP. We just did a water park that day and went to MK late

 

[gometros]

No its when your arrival day hits the 60 day mark.

You both are saying the same thing.

Sent from my Nexus 7 using DISBoards

 

[shyjade]

Never mind, I see my error in reading the chart. Darn!

 

[FlightlessDuck]

My family will be going to Disney next summer, which will be the first time we are there since FP+. Our heads are still spinning, but I'm starting to understand the basic strategy (thanks mesaboy2, and everyone else!).

But the whole "can't get a fourth until the first three expire" has be stressing out. So, does that mean if we get a FastPass for Fantasmic (although I imagine nobody in their right night will pick Fantasmic over Toy Story Midway Mania...) or Wishes, we are stuck with just the first 3 all day?

Is it possible that Wishes/Fantasmic will be available later in the day?

Any idea if the restriction for using the kiosks is a permanent thing, or will we we able to make additional reservations through the app by next summer?

 

[Cluelyss]

My family will be going to Disney next summer, which will be the first time we are there since FP+. Our heads are still spinning, but I'm starting to understand the basic strategy (thanks mesaboy2, and everyone else!). But the whole "can't get a fourth until the first three expire" has be stressing out. So, does that mean if we get a FastPass for Fantasmic (although I imagine nobody in their right night will pick Fantasmic over Toy Story Midway Mania...) or Wishes, we are stuck with just the first 3 all day? Is it possible that Wishes/Fantasmic will be available later in the day? Any idea if the restriction for using the kiosks is a permanent thing, or will we we able to make additional reservations through the app by next summer?

Yes, your assumption is correct - if you select any of the fireworks as one of your original selections, you will be unable to obtain a 4th FP+ that day. However, from what I've heard, same-day availability is pretty scarce, so I wouldn't operate under the assumption that you will have a decent selection after your original 3 expire regardless. Including the fireworks. These are usually gone weeks in advance. As for the kiosks vs the app, the intent is to be able to use the app to schedule your additional FP options at some point, but a date has not yet been released.

 

[siskaren]

My family will be going to Disney next summer, which will be the first time we are there since FP+. Our heads are still spinning, but I'm starting to understand the basic strategy (thanks mesaboy2, and everyone else!).

But the whole "can't get a fourth until the first three expire" has be stressing out.

1. So, does that mean if we get a FastPass for Fantasmic (although I imagine nobody in their right night will pick Fantasmic over Toy Story Midway Mania...) or Wishes, we are stuck with just the first 3 all day?

2. Is it possible that Wishes/Fantasmic will be available later in the day?

3. Any idea if the restriction for using the kiosks is a permanent thing, or will we we able to make additional reservations through the app by next summer?

1. Correct

2. From what I've been reading, not likely.

3. No idea, but I would assume that they do want it to work that way eventually.

 

[SRUAlmn]

I received a survey after our vacation two weeks ago. I also sent an email detailing a few things that weren't included in the survey, mostly good, but also a couple concerns. Surprisingly, my email didn't discuss anything about FP+, however, I received a call from a CM who discussed my email and then asked me a few questions about our experience with the magic bands and FP+. I shared our honest feelings, which were mostly positive and then she shared a few changes that are being discussed (park hopping, being able to use the app to schedule the fourth/fifth,) She said it's literally a change as they go process, but that they are absolutely listening to guest feedback. I know this is just one CM and its the same information we've heard in rumors for months, but I wanted to share and encourage those who've experienced FP+ to contact Disney with your feedback. They are listening and responding! I got the call the day after I sent it!

 

[Mikie]

Thanks Mesaboy for your awesome info - just bumping this as it fell offof page 1 and I saw at least 3 recent posts from folks needing the info!

 

[KCMiller]

Thanks Mesaboy for your awesome info - just bumping this as it fell offof page 1 and I saw at least 3 recent posts from folks needing the info!

Including me, so thanks to you both!

KC

 

[siskaren]

Thanks Mesaboy for your awesome info - just bumping this as it fell off of page 1 and I saw at least 3 recent posts from folks needing the info!

Mesaboy's out of town, so that's probably why.

 

[jbcheerchick93]

quick MK tidbit - there is now a kiosk section at stitch AND at laugh floor in tomorrow land.

 

[999DoomBuggies]

First, this is one of the most useful threads created on disboards.

Second, so if I have a park hopper option can I book fast pass+ for the second park I will visit that day and nothing for the first park I am visiting. For instance, plan to go to animal kingdom at rope drop and not use my fast pass+ but rather book my 3 fast passes for second park (MK) that day? Or do the 3 fast passes have to booked at the first park you plan visit that day?

 

[shyjade]

First, this is one of the most useful threads created on disboards. Second, so if I have a park hopper option can I book fast pass+ for the second park I will visit that day and nothing for the first park I am visiting. For instance, plan to go to animal kingdom at rope drop and not use my fast pass+ but rather book my 3 fast passes for second park (MK) that day? Or do the 3 fast passes have to booked at the first park you plan visit that day?

You can book them for your second park. We did that a lot last year.

 

[999DoomBuggies]

You can book them for your second park. We did that a lot last year.

Nice, I am a guilty double dipper. Are last visit was January this year we had fast pass plus but we stuck more to fast pass minus and the second day after we left the empire took down the fast pass minus machines. Sad day for all of humanity.