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

[SleepingBeauty69]

Hi Everyone! I just wanted to give a big shout out and THANKS to mesaboy2 for this thread and to everyone for their tips throughout! I successfully secured ALL of my FP+'s that we wanted at midnight last night With two boys ages 9 and 11yo I didn't need A&E, but I looked to see if I "could" get it and it was available to us had we wanted it! I 100% attribute my successful booking to all of your help and advice

 

[kaymil]

I have a feeling this has been brought up already, but 100+ pages of reading

I used FP+ this past summer but this situation never occurred for us.

We will be going to HS for just a few hours at rope drop in February. We plan to knock out a few of our favorite attractions then head over to Epcot for a while. Because we will only be at HS for two hours, I made 3 FP's but cancelled the one we won't be using as we won't be in the park still.

I know the rules for getting the 4th FP is that your first 3 must either be used or expired. What if you cancelled one of them, though? Does that count? So if I have used two FP's at HS but want to book one for Epcot when we arrive around 11, will I be able to? I assume yes, just wanted to make sure!

I should add that we much prefer the rides at HS and would rather not have to rush to TSMM, which is why we are using our FP's there even though we're going at rope drop. Our purpose at Epcot is just to tour WS, but if we are able to get a FP for something, that would be a nice addition.

 

[Cluelyss]

I have a feeling this has been brought up already, but 100+ pages of reading I used FP+ this past summer but this situation never occurred for us. We will be going to HS for just a few hours at rope drop in February. We plan to knock out a few of our favorite attractions then head over to Epcot for a while. Because we will only be at HS for two hours, I made 3 FP's but cancelled the one we won't be using as we won't be in the park still. I know the rules for getting the 4th FP is that your first 3 must either be used or expired. What if you cancelled one of them, though? Does that count? So if I have used two FP's at HS but want to book one for Epcot when we arrive around 11, will I be able to? I assume yes, just wanted to make sure! I should add that we much prefer the rides at HS and would rather not have to rush to TSMM, which is why we are using our FP's there even though we're going at rope drop. Our purpose at Epcot is just to tour WS, but if we are able to get a FP for something, that would be a nice addition.

I read a report earlier in this thread that yes, someone was able to do this successfully. I would definitely try to schedule something as soon as you enter Epcot - but be warned that all of the tier 1 attractions may be gone by that time. When we were there in October and tried to schedule a 4th FP around 2 pm, only tier 2 attractions were left. You may have better luck arriving earlier during a slower time of year.

 

[dachsie]

Could this thread by Stickied? It's hard to find

 

[Planogirl]

I agree that this thread should be stickied. It's so useful.

I do have a question. I assume that any Disney ticket media can be used to pre-schedule FP+? We are staying offsite and thinking of visiting just one Disney park so just need a single day pass. I see that I can purchase those in advance both on Disney's website and UT. I can't find any restrictions but want to be sure.

 

[cel_disney]

I have a feeling this has been brought up already, but 100+ pages of reading I used FP+ this past summer but this situation never occurred for us. We will be going to HS for just a few hours at rope drop in February. We plan to knock out a few of our favorite attractions then head over to Epcot for a while. Because we will only be at HS for two hours, I made 3 FP's but cancelled the one we won't be using as we won't be in the park still. I know the rules for getting the 4th FP is that your first 3 must either be used or expired. What if you cancelled one of them, though? Does that count? So if I have used two FP's at HS but want to book one for Epcot when we arrive around 11, will I be able to? I assume yes, just wanted to make sure! I should add that we much prefer the rides at HS and would rather not have to rush to TSMM, which is why we are using our FP's there even though we're going at rope drop. Our purpose at Epcot is just to tour WS, but if we are able to get a FP for something, that would be a nice addition.

You can change parks and get FP even if you have not used all 3...but I agree with the poster above who said that selection will be limited to tier 2 most likely (maybe getting lucky with a small party size on a slow day?) ... And maybe not even all of them if you are approaching the middle of the afternoon.

 

[Cluelyss]

I agree that this thread should be stickied. It's so useful. I do have a question. I assume that any Disney ticket media can be used to pre-schedule FP+? We are staying offsite and thinking of visiting just one Disney park so just need a single day pass. I see that I can purchase those in advance both on Disney's website and UT. I can't find any restrictions but want to be sure.

Yes, that is correct. You just need to make sure the ticket is linked in MDX in order to schedule your FPs.

 

[mesaboy2]

I agree that this thread should be stickied. It's so useful.

I do have a question. I assume that any Disney ticket media can be used to pre-schedule FP+? We are staying offsite and thinking of visiting just one Disney park so just need a single day pass. I see that I can purchase those in advance both on Disney's website and UT. I can't find any restrictions but want to be sure.

I am not aware of any restrictions either, you are almost certainly okay.

 

[mesaboy2]

Yes, that is correct. You just need to make sure the ticket is linked in MDX in order to schedule your FPs.

Hey! Whose thread is this anyway?!

Seriously, thanks for answering so many questions--I can't be here all the time.

 

[Cluelyss]

Hey! Whose thread is this anyway?! Seriously, thanks for answering so many questions--I can't be here all the time.

This thread was so helpful to me before I used FP+ for the first time, I'm happy to help whenever I can. Though my level of expertise is nowhere near yours

 

[mesaboy2]

This thread was so helpful to me before I used FP+ for the first time, I'm happy to help whenever I can. Though my level of expertise is nowhere near yours

You overestimate me. There are many, many questions here I can't answer. I just banged out the basics one day and try to improve it where I can.

 

[Planogirl]

Can I just say that I appreciate both of you?

 

[MAGICFOR2]

ditto. MesaBoy, I was thinking about when all of the hulabaloo started and there was so much negativity, myself included. You took the helm and provided this positive can-do leadership in helping us find a way to navigate it sanely and not jump ship. Your efforts are greatly appreciated, and now I am actually looking forward to our trip instead of dreading it

 

[Sherrkel]

ditto. MesaBoy, I was thinking about when all of the hulabaloo started and there was so much negativity, myself included. You took the helm and provided this positive can-do leadership in helping us find a way to navigate it sanely and not jump ship. Your efforts are greatly appreciated, and now I am actually looking forward to our trip instead of dreading it

They really need to put the LIKE button on these threads, because I'd also LIKE to express my appreciation to Mesa, Cluelyss and everyone who has helped me out, 40 days to go. YIPEE!

 

[MikeandReneePlus5]

In the reason why the example linked in the first post books the FP+s with times that aren't wanted and then the user goes back in to modify the times?

Why is it better to just book something and then modify as opposed to getting the times you desire correct before booking?

 

[Cluelyss]

In the reason why the example linked in the first post books the FP+s with times that aren't wanted and then the user goes back in to modify the times? Why is it better to just book something and then modify as opposed to getting the times you desire correct before booking?

You are not always offered the exact time that you desire. Most FPs are available in 5 minute increments throughout the day. The system gives you 3 options after your initial search, but none of them may be the exact times or attraction order you are looking for. In this case, you'd book the option furthest from your desired times (all pm if you wanted am, for example) then adjust the times for each. You pick something vastly different from what you want to ensure you don't run into overlap situations as you are tweaking. When you go in to adjust, you will see EVERY slot available for the day.....every slot not currently occupied by an existing FP. Does this make sense?

 

[MikeandReneePlus5]

You are not always offered the exact time that you desire. Most FPs are available in 5 minute increments throughout the day. The system gives you 3 options after your initial search, but none of them may be the exact times or attraction order you are looking for. In this case, you'd book the option furthest from your desired times (all pm if you wanted am, for example) then adjust the times for each. You pick something vastly different from what you want to ensure you don't run into overlap situations as you are tweaking. When you go in to adjust, you will see EVERY slot available for the day.....every slot not currently occupied by an existing FP. Does this make sense?

yes it does thanks.

I'm surprised the system doesn't let you see every slot available for the day until after you've booked something. Didn't know that.

 

[hazer99]

We have "old tickets" from 2012. Can we link these to MDX and book our fast passes at the 30 day mark as we are staying off site? Then when we arrive we have to exchange them for new tickets?

 

[doconeill]

We have "old tickets" from 2012. Can we link these to MDX and book our fast passes at the 30 day mark as we are staying off site? Then when we arrive we have to exchange them for new tickets?

Depends what you mean for "old tickets".

They are new enough to have ticket IDs and/or barcodes that will allow you to link them to MDX.

If they are unused, you can link them fine, make your FP+ selections for the number of days on the ticket, and then you'll need to exchange them for the new ticket media to get into the parks.

If they are partially used with the No Expiration option, same applies. You can only make FP+ reservations for as many days as remains on the ticket.

If they are partially used and did not have the No Expiration option, or fully used, then they are expired and useless.

 

[hazer99]

Yes they have a barcode and we have used a few days but we have the no expiry option. Thanks