Upgrade to AP question

[KelsiesMommy]

Hi everyone- I am an AP Holder, as is everyone in my family. I'm taking DD to DCA next week for her birthday, and she chose as her "party" to bring her BFF with us. BFF does NOT have an AP, so we will be buying a ticket for her. Her parents are considering strongly getting passes again, but won't be able to until end of this month. My question is, if I buy the SoCAL deal for 2 day pass 1 park- per day Where she gets one park on one day, and will have a remaining day on that ticket to use by certain date, if I give her parents that ticket, can they use it to upgrade it to AP? Understanding that her expiration date would be the first day the ticket was used, Feb 12. Just thought if I'm going to pay for a ticket for her, I might as well help them out a bit with her pass.

Thanks!

 

[Girimama33]

There is actually a nice perk with the Southern CA passes this year. Most tickets must be upgraded within 13 days of activation. When you buy a 2-3 day pass with the Resident Discount, the tickets are active from January 6th - June 6th, so a resident could use the same 3 day ticket for a visit in February, one day in March and another in May if they choose...as long as the last day is completed by June 6th. Your friend should have no problem using it to upgrade as long as it is completed by June 6th..the ticket is upgradeable.

 

[DisneyJamieCA]

I believe they can, but I also think that the 2nd day on the ticket has to be used within 14 days of the first day, so you would have to make sure it lines up with their purchase plans.

 

[Girimama33]

From Disney's website:
The So Cal Resident Ticket is back! Extend the fun, in Disneyland Resort's 2 theme parks, for days—and save!

Option 1: Multi-Day 1-Park Per Day Tickets for So Cal Residents
•$129: 2-Day So Cal Resident 1-Park Per Day Ticket
•$159: 3-Day So Cal Resident 1-Park Per Day Ticket with one Magic Morning early admission to Disneyland Park


Option 2: Park Hopper Tickets for So Cal Residents

Park Hopper Tickets grant admission to both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Parks on the same day.
•$164: 2-Day So Cal Resident Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Ticket
•$194: 3-Day So Cal Resident Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Ticket with one Magic Morning early admission to Disneyland Park


Dates
•SoCal Resident Tickets available for purchase January 6 through May 30, 2014
•Offer valid through June 6, 2014
•Blockout days March 31 to April 20, 2014 apply


Mark Your Calendars… For Magic!
•Buy a 2- or 3-day theme park ticket for So Cal residents now, explore the Parks one day and have until June 6, 2014 to return for your second or third visit.
•Or, book a room at one of the 3 Hotels of the Disneyland Resort, buy a So Cal Resident Ticket and enjoy a multi-day Disney getaway! (Annual Passholders, check the hotel rates & availability for Passholders to see if there are any offers for you during your dates.)
•Turn a multi-day ticket into a year full of fun! The value of your So Cal Resident Ticket can be used toward the purchase of an Annual Passport. Plus, Southern California residents can spread the cost over 12 months. Visit any Disneyland Resort Main Entrance Ticket Booth to find out how.


Buy a So Cal Resident Ticket Now

 

[DisneyJamieCA]

Never mind, looks like the terms posted above say they have until June! Good find

 

[MychaelP]

I think if you upgrade a multiday pass to AP the expiration date of the AP is based on the first day the original pass was used. So waiting until June you might get a 9-month AP.

 

[DisneyJamieCA]

I think if you upgrade a multiday pass to AP the expiration date of the AP is based on the first day the original pass was used. So waiting until June you might get a 9-month AP.

Agreed, although it sounded like the OP's friends would do it soon. They just have longer than the 14 days on most passes.

 

[KelsiesMommy]

Thanks everyone! Yes, if my friends do get APs, they will only be at most 2 weeks after the first visit, hoping by end of February- looks like they have plenty of time. We know that DD's BFF's pass would "start" on the first day of use, we are ok with that! Looks like I'll get the 2- day 1 park pass for her if they are wanting to upgrade!

Thanks for helping me clarify that! We've never upgraded to APs, we just purchase them when ready

 

[Jaylens Papa]

Can you buy her an anual pass and after the initial down payment and the imediate first payment, call Disney and change the payment card on her account to her parents? Then the next payment will be a month later in their comfort zone.
I have changed payment cards before but I'm not sure if you can change it to someone else. I guess I'm assuming you live SoCal and can buy with a payment plan.