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hoping to go to Disney for a couple days over the summer, crowds show 5-7 for whole summer? is that normal? I thought summer would be 8-10 levels.

6:51pm on 2/25/26 by married2grumpy

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Jan was busier than our July trip.

10:29pm on 2/25/26 by JackOfAll

CLOSET for last year were all in 2-4 range. We are going in July and CLs are predicted 5-7. I'm wondering why they are so high when last year was so low

12:18am by Chrissy-T

Sorry, CLs for last year were 2-4. Should have proofread!

12:18am by Chrissy-T

Good evening! My husband doesn't have an AP, but the rest of us do. We are going to WDW in 2 weeks for 3 days then getting on the Dream for 4. We plan to buy 160 add on points at Riviera whilst on the cruise. QUESTION: Can I upgrade his park ticket (1/2)

12:32am on 2/25/26 by kslawyergirl

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To the Sorcerer's Pass immediately after purchasing the Riviera contract? Our current points are resale only, so not helpful. If I planned 3 days at the park, I would buy a 4 day ticket and not use it. As I understand it, I would have 14 days from (2/3)

12:34am on 2/25/26 by kslawyergirl

The first day's use to upgrade. My question is whether there's a lapse in time between purchase date and being able to purchase the AP. I suppose collaterally, I also need to make sure a regular ticket can be converted to a DVC Sorcerer's Pass. Ty!

12:36am on 2/25/26 by kslawyergirl

Congrats on adding points! When you add that direct contract your points should be added very quickly. I don't understand the "14 days" to upgrade. I believe you always have to upgrade before you use your last day. You will then need park reservations.

6:59am on 2/25/26 by PrincipalTinker

Yeah, you have to upgrade before tapping in on the last day of the ticket.

11:08am on 2/25/26 by utang44

The 14-day thing may have been a weird AI summary that isn't applicable? I think the biggest question is that I don't want to buy, for example, a 10-day ticket when I only need 3 days unless I'm reasonably sure that I'll be able to convert that ticket

1:16pm on 2/25/26 by kslawyergirl

That quickly after buying Riviera DVC. Will they load the points within a week?

1:16pm on 2/25/26 by kslawyergirl

Buying direct almost certainly. Mine were almost immediately (as in before I had finished paying for it.)

3:07pm on 2/25/26 by popupcamper

I think I had my last direct contract points a day after I added the contract. (Before all paperwork was signed).

4:09pm on 2/25/26 by PrincipalTinker

Awesome, thank you!!

7:31pm on 2/25/26 by kslawyergirl

Sorry, one more question (because I overthink everything!)...there's not an issue with upgrading to a Sorcerers Pass, right? They don't care what kind of pass you get?

7:32pm on 2/25/26 by kslawyergirl

I'm 95% sure that's right. I really think I had tickets and called to upgrade them to a sorcerers pass for our first DVC APs. It did really confuse them though as they were convention tickets and no one knew how to do that. Probably took an hour.

8:57pm on 2/25/26 by popupcamper

Maybe I do not understand. Why not just get the AP upfront?

10:26pm on 2/25/26 by JackOfAll

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Thanks, Popup!! Jack - I can't buy the Sorcerer's Pass until I buy DVC and we're going to WDW for a few days before going on the cruise. I plan to buy DVC direct while on the cruise.

11:18pm on 2/25/26 by kslawyergirl

I think an issue would be that the last day of your ticket still has to be usable in order to upgrade to an AP. I didn't think they gave you 14 days on a 4 day ticket.

12:02am by ljmcg

To clarify - usually your 4 day ticket has to be used within like a 6 or 7 day period, not 14.

12:04am by ljmcg

Hello, Liner Pals! Annual Pass question- Do I need to get to guest services to validate my AP before I receive merch and dining discounts at Disney Springs?

6:09pm on 2/25/26 by IMarriedMyEllie

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Never been asked to see a wallet anywhere, and there are many people who do not use their device wallet. My mom is one. Also, the AP in my Apple Wallet shows nothing at all. It's just pretty. In every instance, they've wanted to see the AP in MDE, w/ID.

9:51pm on 2/25/26 by utang44

I take the comment about the AP showing nothing in the wallet back. I clicked a button and see a one word note that says "ANNUAL." But that's definitely an oddity re: the wallet, and I don't think it's correct practice on the CM's part.

9:57pm on 2/25/26 by utang44

I've been here 4 months and have used AP discounts countless times. Every time have shown my pass under "Tickets" on MDE. Occasionally need to show ID.

11:13pm on 2/25/26 by snowdiz

Flying Fish attire - going my arrival night. Am I OK showing up in my T-shirt and joggers I'll be wearing on the plane, or should I bring something a little nicer to change into?

8:53pm on 2/25/26 by njhyndman

A little nicer. I mean they won't turn you away but I'd feel more comfortable in something a little dressier.

8:55pm on 2/25/26 by evamarie320

That's kinda of what I was thinking @eva.

10:58pm on 2/25/26 by njhyndman

While I'm deciding wha else to pack, what about Narcoossee's? I'd be coming right from MK.

11:03pm on 2/25/26 by njhyndman

I'd at least have a shirt/top to throw over the t-shirt. Plus it's often freezing in the restaurants!

11:08pm on 2/25/26 by snowdiz

Vrbo or other recommendations for off-property, 2-3 bedroom, for a sisters weekend in December? We'd like to be close to the parks and will have a car.

2:27pm on 2/25/26 by JillyBelle

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Windsor Hills has lots of options and close to the AK side of the bubble. Or look at Wyndham Bonnet Creek. I've seen those recommended but not stayed. We've done Marriott Imperial and Royal Palms. They are dedicated 3 or 2 bedroom and have full resort **

3:15pm on 2/25/26 by youcanfly

** access.

3:16pm on 2/25/26 by youcanfly

Thanks! I'll look there to start. We usually stay on property, but it's gotten so expensive for fewer benefits. Just can't justify it anymore.

3:41pm on 2/25/26 by JillyBelle

It's been a few years, but we really enjoyed our family stay in a Margaritaville cottage.

3:42pm on 2/25/26 by utang44

The 2 bedroom units at Orange Lake and Vistana Resort are amazing! I could live there all winter. There are 2 queen beds in one bedroom and a king in the other. Also fold-out sofa. Full kitchen, laundry, living room, dining area, porch. 2 lovely baths

4:42pm on 2/25/26 by snowdiz

I'll second Windsor Hills. We've stayed there close to 10 times. Can't beat the value, space, cleanliness (read individual reviews) and proximity to the parks!

6:16pm on 2/25/26 by disneymama3

Sfl

7:31pm on 2/25/26 by sarahask@aol.com

Thanks! We chose the Club Wyndham Bonnet Creek.

8:05pm on 2/25/26 by JillyBelle

The Margarittaville cottages are really nice. If you book through Airbnb just make sure you can use the main pool if that's important to you. Our last trip we knew we didn't need it & got a great deal through Airbnb.

8:12pm on 2/25/26 by Kimluvsdisney

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Thank you everyone for sharing this

8:58pm on 2/25/26 by BTFP

The fountains at bluegreen

10:20pm on 2/25/26 by WorldTraveler34

Generally, when I rent at Windsor Hills I also get a campsite. This is cheaper than 2 ASS rooms. DTW and DD love the pool area.

10:22pm on 2/25/26 by JackOfAll

"What's cookin'?" No cookin' today, it's my turn for whatever the illness is going through my family. My DW is getting better but has a diminished appetite. Let's see what you're having for dinner tonight.

4:55pm on 2/25/26 by TacMed

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Pineapple upside down cake with Dole Whip!

7:14pm on 2/25/26 by allanmayo

DH made an interesting pasta, Brussels sprouts, chickpeas dish.

9:06pm on 2/25/26 by evamarie320

@eva, is "interesting" in quotation marks?

9:53pm on 2/25/26 by utang44

Custom Lightning Lane Grace Period: After the end of a Lightning Lane return window, Disney permits you to enter the Lightning Lane queue late within a "grace period" that could last up to 119 minutes. Is this guaranteed grace lapse period ?

5:43pm on 2/12/26 by zedm9256

It is not guaranteed by Disney. It does typically work. But your LL is technically expired, so if the ride goes out of service during the extended grace period and you haven't ridden yet, you won't get an anytime LL as you would during your hour window.

5:46pm on 2/12/26 by TumbleMonkeys

Welcome to chat! We are other TP users like you. The grace period WDW acknowledges is 5 minutes before and 15 after. But Liners have been testing the 119 for years and it is very consistent.

6:01pm on 2/12/26 by evamarie320

Thanks for all replies! It helps to know this works, able to smoothen the plan.

9:08pm on 2/25/26 by zedm9256

Anyone been to the zip line at gatorland? DD15 loves a good zip line. I will not be riding it!!

3:52pm on 2/25/26 by mary32830

I assume the zip line travels over the gators? ;)

5:18pm on 2/25/26 by JJT (staff)

My only knowledge of it is from a Handyman Hal video but it looks fun! And yes, over the gators, @JJT!

5:32pm on 2/25/26 by HalfBludPrincess

We were there but didn't do the ZIpline. Not a chance, since I don't even do Skyliner!

5:34pm on 2/25/26 by snowdiz

Yikes! That'd be a no for me.

8:58pm on 2/25/26 by WendyMarie

Thank you TP! Room request worked, we have a partial savannah view on the floor we wanted at AKL. Room was ready too, so another bonus. All unpacked, now heading to AK

12:14pm on 2/25/26 by Button

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Those giraffes are the reason I bought DVC there :)

7:59pm on 2/25/26 by cdlla

I love AKL so much! Well done, @Button!

8:09pm on 2/25/26 by Ali Ababwa

That sounds so relaxing! Would love to stay there someday.

8:56pm on 2/25/26 by WendyMarie

Appreciate your help again searching for a conference: Looking to buy conference theme park tickets for a visit March 15-21. I've done it before but have forgotten how to search beyond Google. Sorry.

10:53am on 2/25/26 by snowdiz

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Think this should work: https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/reservations/bolt_wdw_conv_00001/admission/

11:11am on 2/25/26 by utang44

You can't share the links with bolt_wdw_conv in them, a cookie needs to be set in the browser using the link to get to that from the convention page. :)

11:13am on 2/25/26 by JJT (staff)

Check out the overview post in my forum thread for how tos: https://forum.touringplans.com/t/convention-tickets-tip-now-also-discussing-uk-attraction-tickets/46005/2

11:13am on 2/25/26 by JJT (staff)

Oops, my bad. I just googled Disney conference May 15 and clicked the first option.

11:17am on 2/25/26 by utang44

https://disneyevent.com/mermar2026wdw2 This one should lead you to the right place.

12:18pm on 2/25/26 by gmcc

@gmcc, that was a great link but only allowed tickets for March 15-18, and I need March 19 too. I thought tickets were valid for a week before and after?

1:08pm on 2/25/26 by snowdiz

@snow I think you are misunderstanding the ticket calendar. You pick the start date and the tickets will be good for as long as you purchased (usual window applies depending on days.)

1:30pm on 2/25/26 by JJT (staff)

They are supposed to be valid from seven days before the conference through seven days after it.

1:30pm on 2/25/26 by utang44

It just occurred to me: Unless you are only buying 2 day tickets and want to use them on the 15th and 19th? Then that won't work even with regular tix because the 2-day tix window is 4 days. But, if you are buying 3 days or longer and start on 3/15...

1:31pm on 2/25/26 by JJT (staff)

..they will be usable any day from 3/15 to 3/19.

1:32pm on 2/25/26 by JJT (staff)

Yes, planning to use 3/15 at HS and 3/19 at AK. Hmmmmmm.

4:44pm on 2/25/26 by snowdiz

^^Crud. Did not realize the 2-day tickets must be used within 4 days. Nuts!

4:53pm on 2/25/26 by snowdiz

Can verify. Our 3 day tickets start June 8 and go thru June 11.

4:54pm on 2/25/26 by cdlla

OK, if your yes includes you plan to buy 2 day tickets, then there's no ticket use window that works for your plan, sorry to say. Either have to buy a 3-day to expand the window or get a pair of 1-day.

4:55pm on 2/25/26 by JJT (staff)

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Thanks @JJT. Must re-think our 2-park day planning. My family wants a busy trip: HS, AK, Sea World, Clearwater Marine and Beach, Wild Florida Park, resort hopping. Whew! (I talked them out of adding Epic.)

5:28pm on 2/25/26 by snowdiz

Not quite sure if the dates will work, but my AAP Practical Pediatrics conference (aka handyman conference) at the Yacht Club is Mar 20-22.

6:20pm on 2/25/26 by njhyndman

6:22pm on 2/25/26 by popupcamper

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