Tables in Wonderland ?

[MAGICX2]

I am sure its been asked before, but do I have to purchase my TIW card in advance? Or can I go to Guest Services, show my AP and get my card on the spot?

 

[Hootch]

not too long ago. You can purchase a TIW card at Guest Relations or any of the major parks when you arrive. It used to be a pre-order and cumbersome process.

 

[Simba's Mom]

What if you want to use it the first day you get there? Is there a way you can buy it without going to the parks first?

 

[snykymom]

You can buy it at DTD also, I believe. Just not at a resort; they can't do anything relating to APs (except give you your AP rate if that's what you booked!).

 

[shoes99]

What if you want to use it the first day you get there? Is there a way you can buy it without going to the parks first?

You can't buy it at a resort, but you can buy it an any Guest Services Window, either at DTD, or at a Guest Services Window outside the park entrance. We are staying at CR, so I can just go over to the Guest Services Window and buy the card before we eat at a Resort Restaurant.

 

[TDC Nala]

I believe all of the parks have Guest Services windows located outside the turnstiles, so it is not necessary to actually enter a park to buy TIW. You would need to go to a park or DTD because you can't buy a membership at a resort - but you would not need to pay park admission.

 

[Robert P]

Sorry for picking up an old thread, but I have a related question. I was searching for the answer, and this thread was as close as I could find.

Does anyone know if the TIW card can be purchased at the ticket windows specifically located outside the International Gateway (the back door) entrance to Epcot?
We've gotten passes there before for Epcot, but have not heard of anyone buying a TIW card at those windows. Last time we bought this type thing, it was still DDE, and had to make a trip to the front of Epcot when the card was delivered. With the TIW changes being made on pick up, was not sure if IG was an option now.

Many thanks.
Robert P

 

[TDC Nala]

Yes, you can buy them at International Gateway. There is a guest relations window there. I have not bought one there, but last year I had a lost one replaced there.