Plan Ahead with Lightning Lane Entry at Walt Disney World Starting July 24

[ThornXBL]

the Fastpass+ monster getting fed all over again. Can't wait for the upcoming Defunctland addendum video

 

[Tom_E_D]

Except that on-site still includes other hotels.

Only a few others and I believe those got to book Fastpass+ early too. The Swan, Dolphin and Shades of Green were always treated special.

 

[Disneyhanna]

Under Fastpass+, you pre-booked three and then had to tap into all three before you could book one more. You then had to tap into that before booking another, etc.

That's right. So stacking after your initial three will no longer be a thing. Should even the playing field a bit, if people can't just stack passes all day.

 

[HopperFan]

The name change has me dancing .... the whole Genie+ (Aladdin) using the Lighting Lane (Cars) has driven me nuts since day one. MADE NO SENSE!!! Thank you Disney for finally fixing this error!!!

Overall reading through it, took a few years, but I think they might have finally gotten it right function (and name) wise.

 

[Disneyhanna]

Only a few others and I believe those got to book Fastpass+ early too. The San, Dolphin and Shades of Green were always treated special.

I'm glad this is happening soon, well before my next trip. We are currently at Dolphin this fall and I would expect S/D to make the cut again for onsite benefits but if not, will definitely need to change plans.

Edit: Official language says "Guests staying at a Disney Resort hotel and other select hotels" so it's probably safe to assume "other" hotels will still include S/D (and SoG)

 

[AttheParks]

Not so sure about this...one of the best parts of Genie+ was stacking for the evening which I know you can still do, but will not have use of during the day. Also, don't like that there is not multi-park use. No real need for park hoppers now.
I think the there will also be a price increase. We are going on July 27th - not looking forward to all the glitches that you know will happen. I think for us, there will be less value. Wish they'd have waited until after 1st of the year.

 

[neverlandsky]

Any chance of Disney beta testing this a week before it goes live?

 

[Disneyhanna]

I wonder if they will allow you to make a pass (what do I even call it anymore) for the same ride again, after you use your first 3! That would be HUGE!

Edit: doesn't sound like it

 

[Sandisw]

This makes me a bit happier to be to prebook a few ahead for the times when we will be there in Aug with my grandkids.

this will also give us an idea a week in advance of the cost of each day….

 

[MisWal]

Tried looking on the website but they don't go into details. Does that mean if you pre-select 3 rides for the afternoon, you can't make any Lightning Lane selections until you've used at least 1 of your pre-selects?

Yes, it seems you'll only be able to hold a maximum of 3 LL passes at one time. Similar to the old, free Fast Pass system.

 

[CWTC]

Super curious how annual passholders feel about the change. Genie+ was great in the sense that it (with a few exceptions) put everybody on a level playing field every morning. It was great for people who don't like to plan their park days too far in advance.

I haven’t seen anything on AP holders. I assume though onsite APs will be able to purchase/book ahead of time, right

 

[Smugpugmug]

Just saw Scott Gustin reporting that you won't be able to do re rides. That's what I expected (i.e. due to capacity issues) but that still sucks.

 

[Let's Get Kronk]

I wonder if they will allow you to make a pass (what do I even call it anymore) for the same ride again, after you use your first 3! That would be HUGE!

There won't be any left for the day after you use your first one anyway, so this is pretty much a moot point.

 

[lukemorenus]

Not so sure about this...one of the best parts of Genie+ was stacking for the evening which I know you can still do, but will not have use of during the day. Also, don't like that there is not multi-park use. No real need for park hoppers now.
I think the there will also be a price increase. We are going on July 27th - not looking forward to all the glitches that you know will happen. I think for us, there will be less value. Wish they'd have waited until after 1st of the year.

"You can make one at a time until regular park closing (subject to availability). If your park admission includes Park Hopper benefits, you can even choose a Lightning Lane Multi Pass experience in a different theme park."

 

[sparrow10_]

Seems like a nice step forward to the past, LOL

just that they charge you now, progress!

 

[ellbell]

I'm so excited for this change. There are hardly even 3 rides in each park with unbearably long lines anyway. If I can guarantee the 3 I don't want to stand in like for I'm golden. It's better than what is happening now where if I have to wait 4 hours after park opening my 3rd choice is gone.

 

[Figment Mom]

Urg. This happens during my trip. That will be very interesting. So we'll use G+ for the first part of the trip and then LL Multi Pass for the end of the trip. Being onsite will have no advantage for me.

I have no issues with G+. Hopefully this new system rolls out smoothly. I anticipate a lot of blue umbrella lines on those first few days. Maybe we can book a LL for the blue umbrellas!!!

 

[MisWal]

So is this capped at 3 rides for the multi? Meaning you cant get more once your in the park?

Once you tap in for your first ride, you should be able to book another based on availability.

 

[kylenne]

The name change has me dancing .... the whole Genie+ (Aladdin) using the Lighting Lane (Cars) has driven me nuts since day one. MADE NO SENSE!!! Thank you Disney for finally fixing this error!!!

Overall reading through it, took a few years, but I think they might have finally gotten it right function (and name) wise.

I agree, but when I hear “multipass” all i think of is her

 

[kristenabelle]

I'm gonna miss super stacking for evening rides using Genie+. But I do love being able to guarantee certain rides, and select the times in advance. Especially if it's coasters at night