Some questions - parades and fast passes

[dypsy]

We went to DLP last march for 6 days and only seen the OUADP. Is there other ones that we missed?

Also does anyone know about vip fastpasses. whats the difference in just getting a normal fastpass from the ride entrance?
Last one - I have seen mentioned the passes you can buy which allows you to go on all rides without queing - these are very expensive but how much and are they worth it? (would consider getting 2 for DH and me if the ILs would keep the children all day!)

Thanks - trying to talk DH into a trip in feb/march time

 

[Ms Poppins]

There is usually one parade per day, unless in high season when there is another later in the evening. The park schedules will let you know when they are on. There is also a daily parade in the studios.

VIP fastpasses are given to guests in suites, or in the Castle Club at DLH or Empire State rooms at HNY. It is a card/ticket that you show at any ride with fastpass, and you can use it multiple times throughout your stay. You don't need to use the fastpass machine at the ride.

You can also purchase these, which is what I think you may have heard about. I think they can be really expensive, as you've said. Although I don't know that you'd need them during Feb/March. I think i'd only consider them seriously if we were going at a very busy time.

Mostly though, we manage fine with the fastpass machines at the rides. Takes a bit of planning, but is perfectly ok.

 

[megarasweet]

Ms Poppins outlined VIP FPs perfectly. Last time I heard, they cost around €60 per guest, per day. I'd agree that you probably won't need them unless visiting in high season.

There will only be one parade when you visit. Fantillusion (the evening parade) and the Dance Express both finish with the end of the Christmas season. Once Upon A Dream will be running, however it may be lacking a few parades as they are being gradually refurbished for the 20th anniversary.

This article on dlrptoday might be of interest to you.

http://www.dlrptoday.com/2012/01/01...anuary-others-extended-into-20th-anniversary/

Good luck planning your trip!

 

[dypsy]

Thank you both so much. So the VIP passes mean you dont need to use the fast pass machine and can just use the fast pass q at any time and as many times as u want during the day? Do I have that right?

Need to go before April when DS is 2 and am really wanting to go NOW!

Looking at either Newport or Sequoia (or DLH if I can get a good price) Are any other booking sites cheaper than direct with disney?

 

[Ms Poppins]

Thank you both so much. So the VIP passes mean you dont need to use the fast pass machine and can just use the fast pass q at any time and as many times as u want during the day? Do I have that right?

Need to go before April when DS is 2 and am really wanting to go NOW!

Looking at either Newport or Sequoia (or DLH if I can get a good price) Are any other booking sites cheaper than direct with disney?

Yes, you're right

The Disney deals are generally the best - most booking agents will be guided by the official Disney offers.