If I purchase an AP online, but don't plan on activating it until our December Trip, can I still log in online and get the AP Rates? This would be my first AP
It didn't work for me either. I had called Disney to book some tours and the lady I talked to said I needed to activate it in the parks before I could use any of the benefits of having the pass. On the other hand, I have heard of people accessing the website without having activated their pass at the park first.
You can always post your dates here and those of us who do have access will get prices for you on your dates. I didn't try it so I don't know if it would work or not.