*Myriad of Annual Pass Question

[DisneyaHolic23]

I have a trip coming up in July. We intend to purchase an annual pass. I am trying to figure out the ins and outs of how to be practical regarding cost, but also get the benefit of pre-booking FastPass+. Here are the ideas I have come up with - which is the best for saving money but also getting the advantage of pre-booking Fastpass?

1) We have 2 day passes from a previous package that we had planned to apply towards the cost of the annual pass. However, I can only do that in-person - correct? There is no way to apply the pass value to an annual pass from here in Washington, right?

2) Assuming I can't do #1, if I buy the annual pass now, does it go in My Disney Experience, allowing me to book fastpasses even though it hasn't been activated?

3) Assuming I can't do #1 or #2, would the next best idea be to buy a 10 day MYW pass, book my fastpasses, and then convert it to an annual pass when I arrive at the park?

4) Are there any other options I haven't yet explored?

THANK YOU for helping with this complicated question!!!

 

[MinnieGirl33]

1). Correct

2). When you order an AP on line you will use the will call number to link to your MDE account. AP holders can make FP+ 30 days out without a resort res.

3). You can do a 10 day if you want. Doesn't make much difference EXCEPT if your pass includes Water Park & More and if you use one of those entitlements you will only be able to upgrade to a PAP not an AP.

4). Don't think so