FastPass+ Basic Info, Suggested Priorities, And Strategies--Part II

[mesaboy2]

Visiting this week for the first time since FP+, Magic Bands, pre-sliced bread. Besides having to scramble for ADRs because I booked the trip at 90 days out, I was not particularly keen to the need to book AT 60 days for FP+. I've managed to scrape a few together... but if I choose just 2 FP+s for a day... can I make an in-park FP+ reservation at a kiosk as soon as I enter? TIA

Assuming your goal is to get 2 Tier 1 FPs in your first 3, no I don't believe that's possible. If that's not your goal, it should work but I don't see the point. By the way, the system initially forces you to choose 3 for each day--to have less requires you to cancel after you choose those 3 and then it is difficult to get them back should you change your mind.

 

[ExExPirateShopGirl]

Assuming your goal is to get 2 Tier 1 FPs in your first 3, no I don't believe that's possible. If that's not your goal, it should work but I don't see the point. By the way, the system initially forces you to choose 3 for each day--to have less requires you to cancel after you choose those 3 and then it is difficult to get them back should you change your mind.

I don't think Tiers apply at MK. When I tried to get FP+s for the mine train they were distributed already. I was wondering if they made some available at in-park kiosks on the day of. In the event we arrived early enough we might be able to get them. And yes, I canceled one of the three.

 

[mesaboy2]

I don't think Tiers apply at MK. When I tried to get FP+s for the mine train they were distributed already. I was wondering if they made some available at in-park kiosks on the day of. In the event we arrived early enough we might be able to get them. And yes, I canceled one of the three.

You didn't mention MK in your PP. There is no evidence that additional FPs are released for use day-of. It is highly unlikely you will be able to get 7DMT FPs at this point, but you can of course keep trying and you may get lucky.

 

[leebee]

I'm sorry if this has already been asked... 184 pages is getting unwieldy! But i TOTALLY appreciate the terrific job you are doing in keeping this thread up-to-date, mesaboy2!!

SO... On a MVMCP day, we are thinking of doing Epcot in the morning through lunch time (Food and Wine, Baby!!), taking a break, and going to MK around 4 for an early entry to the party. IF I use my original 3 fp+ at Epcot in the morning, can I get FP+ through the kiosks once I get to MK? Will the system look at this like park hopping, or because I actually will have 2 separate admissions, will I be closing myself out of FP+ am MK if I use them at Epcot?

 

[mesaboy2]

I'm sorry if this has already been asked... 184 pages is getting unwieldy! But i TOTALLY appreciate the terrific job you are doing in keeping this thread up-to-date, mesaboy2!!

SO... On a MVMCP day, we are thinking of doing Epcot in the morning through lunch time (Food and Wine, Baby!!), taking a break, and going to MK around 4 for an early entry to the party. IF I use my original 3 fp+ at Epcot in the morning, can I get FP+ through the kiosks once I get to MK? Will the system look at this like park hopping, or because I actually will have 2 separate admissions, will I be closing myself out of FP+ am MK if I use them at Epcot?

That should work fine. You probably won't have a big selection, but there should be something available.

 

[LvsTnk]

Is this what I should do? i have been reading the first pages and the last 6 but I think there are some conflicting posts idk I have confused myself.

This is the first time I'm going over my room occupancy limit GS turned 3 so I have him and DS coming the first part of the trip in our 1 bedroom then the CM said I have to physically check them out when they leave and check DD in 2 days later and then I can book FP for her.

She has an AP so she can at least book hers 30 days out but can she copy ours if she isn't on the reservation? And there are some other posts that say not to do that you could loose what we already have. Can I book hers? I haven't had this problem yet I don't know what I was thinking it's going to be the weekend before Christmas when she gets there pretty sure it will be slim pickens

any help would be great these threads were so helpful when I had to book FP during the 24hr event that was crazy Thanks mesaboy2 and Robo!

 

[hiroMYhero]

Is this what I should do? i have been reading the first pages and the last 6 but I think there are some conflicting posts idk I have confused myself.

This is the first time I'm going over my room occupancy limit GS turned 3 so I have him and DS coming the first part of the trip in our 1 bedroom then the CM said I have to physically check them out when they leave and check DD in 2 days later and then I can book FP for her.

She has an AP so she can at least book hers 30 days out but can she copy ours if she isn't on the reservation? And there are some other posts that say not to do that you could loose what we already have. Can I book hers? I haven't had this problem yet I don't know what I was thinking it's going to be the weekend before Christmas when she gets there pretty sure it will be slim pickens

any help would be great these threads were so helpful when I had to book FP during the 24hr event that was crazy Thanks mesaboy2 and Robo!

If you are only using one MDE account, list everyone on it, including your DD. If there are two accounts, link them together.

When the FP booking window opens, you can book FPs for your complete group - this INCLUDES your DD.

Anyone listed in your MDE account or linked to your MDE account shares the 60 day booking window. It doesn't matter when she physically checks into the room - you can book FPs for her.

 

[ExExPirateShopGirl]

You didn't mention MK in your PP. There is no evidence that additional FPs are released for use day-of. It is highly unlikely you will be able to get 7DMT FPs at this point, but you can of course keep trying and you may get lucky.

I wasn't familiar with the Tier term until your initial response, so I wasn't aware there was a difference between parks. My apologies. Are FP+s similar to ADRs in the respect that they will become available to book online as people cancel? I do appreciate your help, thank you.

 

[LetsTalkWDW]

I wasn't familiar with the Tier term until your initial response, so I wasn't aware there was a difference between parks. My apologies. Are FP+s similar to ADRs in the respect that they will become available to book online as people cancel? I do appreciate your help, thank you.

Yes they will become available as they are canceled.

You can keep checking via MDE.

Also you can look on the Dibb:
http://www.thedibb.co.uk/forums/fastpass_plus_availability.php
If you click on the attraction you are interested in, it will show you availability for the next 70+ days.

Keep in mind that the Dibb only tracks FP+ in groups of 4, so if you are checking for less than 4, you may be better off using MDE

 

[mesaboy2]

I wasn't familiar with the Tier term until your initial response, so I wasn't aware there was a difference between parks. My apologies. Are FP+s similar to ADRs in the respect that they will become available to book online as people cancel? I do appreciate your help, thank you.

Your original question sounded like a creative way to circumvent the tiering system at Epcot and DHS, which is why I made that connection. (Those kinds of questions are asked frequently on these boards.) I wouldn't have gone there if I knew you were thinking creatively on how to get a 7DMT FP. My apologies for any misunderstanding.

 

[ExExPirateShopGirl]

Your original question sounded like a creative way to circumvent the tiering system at Epcot and DHS, which is why I made that connection. (Those kinds of questions are asked frequently on these boards.) I wouldn't have gone there if I knew you were thinking creatively on how to get a 7DMT FP. My apologies for any misunderstanding.

Not a problem. It's common for original posts to omit critical information, mine included. I was able to finagle an 8:15 am ADR for BoG on a 9 am opening day in MK so I'm hoping that will be our ticket to a short wait for 7DMT. MANY things have changed since 2011. In fact, I lost access to my original Disboards screen name because I don't have access to whichever email I used to sign up and couldn't re-set the password which, naturally, I couldn't recall. Thanks again for your help!

 

[LvsTnk]

If you are only using one MDE account, list everyone on it, including your DD. If there are two accounts, link them together.

When the FP booking window opens, you can book FPs for your complete group - this INCLUDES your DD.

Anyone listed in your MDE account or linked to your MDE account shares the 60 day booking window. It doesn't matter when she physically checks into the room - you can book FPs for her.

Thank you so much I know I sounded pretty dumb but the CM got me all flustered when she said I would have to wait til she checked in. I knew it didn't sound right just wasn't sure what to do. We are all linked and she helps me plan so we are good to go. Thanks again I appreciate it

 

[threeboysmom]

Oh! I expected that the first two are up-to-date. I'm just wondering about the running commentary and issues people are experiencing as the go along.

Do what I've done.

Read the first two posts. Then go to the last page and start reading backwards far enough until you have a pretty good handle on how the FP system works.

 

[NJlauren]

So I want to make sure I understand correctly from the first post. Since I have booked a package my tickets wont even show up till the 60 day window, but if I had room only I would be able to see 30 days if I had tickets linked?

Thanks!

 

[oj01]

So I want to make sure I understand correctly from the first post. Since I have booked a package my tickets wont even show up till the 60 day window, but if I had room only I would be able to see 30 days if I had tickets linked?

Thanks!

My Tickets showed in the Ticket section right from the start, it just wouldn't let me go into the FP+ screen to practice prior to 60 days.

 

[mesaboy2]

So I want to make sure I understand correctly from the first post. Since I have booked a package my tickets wont even show up till the 60 day window, but if I had room only I would be able to see 30 days if I had tickets linked?

Thanks!

That about sums it up.

 

[NJlauren]

My Tickets showed in the Ticket section right from the start, it just wouldn't let me go into the FP+ screen to practice prior to 60 days.

That about sums it up.

Thank you! Last time I had room only and tickets so it showed up earlier and I was confused!

 

[slbgnb]

For onsite guests without a package (room-only), the 60-day prebooking window will not appear until the 60-day mark, assuming valid tickets are attached to the account. Before this point only a 30-day window (beginning at the current day) will be active, again assuming valid tickets are attached to the account. It is possible to practice booking FP+s using this 30-day window

I'm trying to understand the above quote. This situation is if you buy your tickets separate from booking your on site room, right? And is it saying that you can practice booking FP's if you link your tickets prior to linking your room? But, once you link your room AND your tickets, you are back to having to wait until the 60 day window? Sorry!!

 

[doconeill]

For onsite guests without a package (room-only), the 60-day prebooking window will not appear until the 60-day mark, assuming valid tickets are attached to the account. Before this point only a 30-day window (beginning at the current day) will be active, again assuming valid tickets are attached to the account. It is possible to practice booking FP+s using this 30-day window

I'm trying to understand the above quote. This situation is if you buy your tickets separate from booking your on site room, right? And is it saying that you can practice booking FP's if you link your tickets prior to linking your room? But, once you link your room AND your tickets, you are back to having to wait until the 60 day window? Sorry!!

Yes, it applies if you purchase your room and tickets separately.

No, it does not matter if you've linked both the room and tickets. If you have separate tickets linked, you will always have a 30-day window to play with.

 

[mesaboy2]

I'm trying to understand the above quote.

1. This situation is if you buy your tickets separate from booking your on site room, right?
2. And is it saying that you can practice booking FP's if you link your tickets prior to linking your room?
3. But, once you link your room AND your tickets, you are back to having to wait until the 60 day window?

Sorry!!

1. Yes.
2. It applies to having tickets and a room booked separately (not together in a package). You can practice because you have a valid ticket, which opens the 30-day window.
3. The 60-day window does not appear until 60 days before the onsite stay. More than 60 days before the onsite stay, you can only see 30 days.

ETA: And.....doconeill beat me to it.