Walt Disney World
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Plan your first Walt Disney World vacation
A little guidance. A vacation that feels like you.
Your first Disney trip starts with a few decisions: when to go, where to stay, and how many park days fit your family.
Fairytale Journeys Travel’s Disney travel agents help you compare resort hotels, tickets, and vacation packages around your budget, interests, and pace—so you can feel confident about what you book.
Whether you want all four theme parks or more time to relax, we’ll help you find a starting point that works for your family.
Let’s start with your family
You don’t need every detail decided. Tell us:
- ✓ Your travel dates or preferred season
- ✓ Who’s traveling and children’s ages
- ✓ Your budget and must-do experiences
Complimentary planning when you book your vacation package with us.
First-trip planning questions
How many park days should you plan?
Walt Disney World has four theme parks: Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. One day per park is a useful starting point if you want to experience all four. Add travel time and a rest day if your schedule allows. You don’t need to visit every park to have a memorable trip.
Which hotel is right for your family?
Compare room capacity, transportation, location and amenities—not just the nightly rate. Disney Value, Moderate and Deluxe resorts offer different experiences. Nearby hotels may also fit your budget; compare total costs and the benefits included.
Which tickets do you need?
A standard theme park ticket covers one park per day; Park Hopper adds the option to visit more than one. Date-based tickets do not currently require theme park reservations, while other admission types may. Water parks and special events have separate admission requirements and operating schedules.
What should your budget include?
Allow for your hotel, tickets, meals, transportation, optional Lightning Lane passes and extras. Prices vary by dates, party size and choices. A personalized quote is more useful than a single average trip price.
When should you start planning?
Begin once you have a travel window and budget, especially for school breaks or a specific resort. Short-notice trips can still be possible. Explore our guide to choosing when to visit Disney World.
When can you book dining?
Dining reservations generally open 60 days ahead. Guests with a Disney Resort hotel reservation can book for their stay, up to 10 nights, beginning 60 days before arrival. Other guests book 60 days before each dining date. Popular meals are subject to availability.
Do you need Lightning Lane?
These optional paid passes are separate from park admission. Multi Pass covers a selection of experiences; Single Pass is sold for individual high-demand attractions; Premier Pass offers one-time access to available Lightning Lane experiences in one park without selecting arrival windows. Prices and availability vary.
Eligible Disney Resort and select hotel guests can purchase passes starting seven days before check-in for their stay, up to 14 days. Other guests generally start three days ahead, with eligible dates depending on ticket type. Check Disney’s current Lightning Lane rules and link your tickets in My Disney Experience before your purchase window.
Ready for a personalized plan? Share your dates, travelers’ ages, budget and must-do experiences. You don’t need every detail decided before requesting a quote.
Planning information checked October 17, 2026. Benefits, prices and booking rules can change; confirm details for your travel dates.