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Stroller and Crib Rental companies

DisneyDadfromPittsburgh — Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:09:15 +0000

Coming to Disney with our three grandkids in June. I heard of some companies you can rent strollers and cribs from and deliver directly to the WDW hotel. Any feedback, recommendations, experiences to share? Thanks

Changing to season pass when arriving at WDW

Going2HeavenRU — Sun, 22 Jun 2025 23:15:13 +0000

My husband and I we are going to Walt Disney World in December for 15 days. We have 10 day hopper passes. We have been told that it would be better to get a season pass when we first get there. My biggest concern is we currently don’t have to do any reservations for the parks but if we get season passes, do we have to then make reservations for the time we’re there? Also, is it really that economical to upgrade to the passes?

Travel Planner Question

Wayne — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 23:53:46 +0000

Our daughter is beginning to plan a solo trip sometime this year spurred by an offer for Disney+ subscribers. She is interested in contacting a Disney Specialist travel agency for booking and advice. Is Magical Journeys still a good option? It's been a while and we always booked through Disney directly, but weren't they a sponsor at one time?

Suggestions welcome.

Disney World Announces New Family Deals for Summer 2025

John Yaglenski — Tue, 15 Apr 2025 19:49:28 +0000

Summer is almost here, and there’s nothing like a visit to Walt Disney World Resort when the kids are out of school! And this summer will be extra fun, with special deals, two new shows, a new nighttime parade and limited-time activities and entertainment created for families with kids.

Here’s why summer 2025 is the perfect time for your family to visit and experience more magical moments you can find only at Disney World.

Save with Disney World Ticket, Dining & Hotel Deals

Of the four seasons, summer includes our lowest-priced dates, and your family can save with special deals available for booking starting March 27:

50% Off on Kids Tickets: You can purchase a 3-day or longer kids (ages 3-9) standard ticket for 50% off. This deal is available for visits beginning May 27 through September 20, 2025.
3-Day, 3-Park Ticket: Get a 3-day, 3-park ticket starting at $89 per day ($267 total, plus tax) for visits starting on April 6 through September 22, 2025. This ticket is for admission to EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom (one theme park per day, not valid for admission to Magic Kingdom).
Free Dining Plan Deal Returns: Back by popular demand, you can get a free dining plan with the purchase of a non-discounted 4-night, 4-day (or longer) package that includes a room at select Disney Resort hotels and a ticket with a Park Hopper option. This offer is for visits on select dates from June 29 through December 22, 2025.
Disney Resort Room Deals: Save up to 30% on select Disney Resort hotel rooms when you stay longer for visits beginning August 1 through October 11, 2025. Special deals on rooms are also available for Florida Residents and Annual Passholders. Plus, Disney+ subscribers can save on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels – starting from $99 per night at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort – when staying two nights or longer most nights from June 29 to July 31, 2025.

We’re always looking to provide families options to help them save. Visit DisneyWorld.com/Offers for more details starting March 27, 2025, on each of these special deals.

Plus, in 2025, Disney Resort hotel guests can enjoy free admission to a Disney water park on their check-in day, included as part of their stay (subject to availability). This perk has quickly become a guest favorite and will be a great way to start your vacation during the summer. Your admission will be automatically loaded onto your My Disney Experience account on your check-in day, so make sure you download the app if you haven’t already! Click here for details on this benefit.

More Disney Magic Is Coming for Kids in Summer 2025

From May 27 through September 1, 2025, families should be on the lookout for limited-time experiences perfect for young kids in the theme parks, including kid zones featuring new activities and fun ways to interact with more Disney characters. There will be pop-up entertainment offerings, games, music, dancing and other adventures to help your little ones make those core Disney memories.

For example, over at Magic Kingdom, families can discover kid zones with added fun in Storybook Circus and in Tomorrowland with Stitch. And following the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival, families with young kids will be able to cool down while enjoying the ultimate game party and play space featuring none other than Goofy as he takes over CommuniCore Hall at EPCOT. We don’t want to spoil all the surprises but be on the lookout for more details soon.

Some of our characters will also be out in the park earlier than normal for Disney Resort hotel guests during their daily early theme park entry period (valid theme park admission required). What better way to rope drop than saying hello to some of your favorite Disney pals!

Reminder: Our theme parks are often open for longer hours during the summer months, which can help you plan your day around a mid-day pool break or get on more of your favorite attractions. You can find a few tips to stay cool this summer from planDisney.

Stay at These Disney Resort Hotels for Additional Summer Fun

This summer, guests staying at select resorts – Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Pop Century Resort, Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort and Disney’s Wilderness Lodge – will be able to enjoy even more Disney-themed activities designed for families with kids. These activities will include character visits with set appearance times to help you plan your day and an expanded itinerary of things to do with your family throughout your stay at these four resorts.

Other activities will continue to be available across all our resorts, like Disney movie nights, brought to life by our amazing cast members, in addition to perks like complimentary transportation around Disney World.

See New Shows and Nighttime Parade

The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure and Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After will both debut on May 27, 2025.

The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure: If your child is in their Disney Princess era (or never left) then this show is for you! The Walt Disney Animation Studios classic “The Little Mermaid” comes to life on stage with all-new sets and stunning visuals.
Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After: Or, if your kids are enchanted by Disney Villains, this delightfully wicked stage show engages the audience to decide who has been treated the most unfairly of them all.

Plus, the new nighttime parade, Disney Starlight, is coming to Magic Kingdom later this summer. Your little ones will want to stay up for this one, where you’ll spot beloved characters from “Peter Pan,” “Encanto,” “Frozen” and more. It’s our first nighttime parade at Disney World in nearly 10 years! Stay tuned for more details and an opening date as we put on the finishing touches. Contact Magical Journeys Travel to start planning your next vacation!

How soon to plan March 2026 trip?

thejens — Sat, 12 Apr 2025 00:05:25 +0000

It's been a while and I am not sure when you can start booking packages. Our last trip was when the Magic Bands were still glitchy so I'd welcome any tips to help me adjust to all the recent changes!

Doing Something EPIC.

DizneyFreak2002 — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 23:45:21 +0000

That's right. Here I was, thinking no Disney, no Florida in 2025. Take a year off I told my self. Until yesterday. Booked a few nights at Saratoga Springs from September 2 to September 6. However, I am still trying to decide where to stay when I arrive on August 31. Pricing places now. And yes, you saw the title right:

I AM GOING TO EPIC UNIVERSE!!!!

Got my 1 day ticket today. WOOO HOO!!!! Can't wait. All the videos I watched so far have made me excited. I haven't been this excited for a theme park since, well, Batuu opened.

Since I will be doing Epic before moving over to Disney, I will now want to stay at a Universal resort. Thinking Terra Luna or Stella Nova since they are the closest to the park.

DAS approval

Tinkerkel — Tue, 01 Apr 2025 14:29:11 +0000

Has anyone been able to use DAS since the changes last year? Or since the official wording changes a few weeks ago? My dd has type 1 diabetes & a neuro/vision disorder & has always been given DAS but i wonder if they will approve her for our upcoming trip. We would appreciate any information you would be willing to share.

Some 2025 Discounts Announced

ibelieveindisneymagic — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 18:25:43 +0000

Can I be a bit bummed ... for the first time EVER, we planned to be at Disney for my birthday in November.

When a ton of special offers were released today, there was nothing for November. I get it has American Thanksgiving and all, but there is free dining right up until Christmas!

Feeling kinda bummed about the trip, I know there is lots of time for a deal, but still, it would have been a nice birthday present from Disney.

Disability Access Service changes

Tinkerkel — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 13:25:08 +0000

Good morning! My family is planning a short trip to WDW in May. My daughter has qualified for DAS since 2015, but hasn't been to the parks since the stricter guidelines went into effect last year. Does anyone have any experience they'd be willing to share? Of course the official wording is vague & i know there has been a tweaking of that in recent weeks. I would appreciate any & all tips or advice :)

Are multiple lightning lane passes worth it?

goldenmama — Sat, 01 Mar 2025 02:35:55 +0000

I'm brand new to this site and looking for some advice. I will be coming with my two teens in mid-March. We have two days at Magic Kingdom, and one day each at the other parks. Should I get the lightning lane multipasses for us? The lines at Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom look especially long. We are NOT staying at a Disney resort, so I can buy the passes 3 days ahead instead of 7. Will there still be good availability, or is much already taken by the resort guests? They say you can book another one once you have used one--if there are times still open. Does that happen often?

I have to say this pay per person per day system--which doesn't even include the most popular rides--feels like one more money grab! Last time I was there about 10 years ago, this was already included in the price for everyone, and you could keep requesting more over the day. Guess those days are long gone. :-(