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Tomorrow is when I can start to book my LL's. Can I get a sneak peak at what' LL & times are available today? Tks

2:11pm on 2/26/26 by wheels99

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@wheels this is such a good question! Would you mind if I use it on our blog?

51 min ago by CrispyLemons (staff)

@matterhorn, the link is at his website. I get there by googling "WDW bg1"

21 min ago by evamarie320

Sfl

< 1 min ago by valerie96

How is everyone getting to and from MCO airport? Also we are arriving a day early and staying Drury at Disney Springs what's the best way to get to Contemporary the next day?

39 min ago by HDN2WDW

Mears bus has been inexpensive and reliable for us from MCO and it goes to Drury. Uber between resorts.

28 min ago by Ali Ababwa

That is, a couple weeks ago I took Mears from MCO to POR and Drury was the FIRST stop. Don't know if that's typical or not.

22 min ago by Ali Ababwa

139 day, a new decade. Good morning Liner friends!

6:02am by TacMed

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5 days to WDW, 6 days to DCL Fantasy

8:32am by Ali Ababwa

139. Good morning.

8:36am by gmcc

144 and 262. Love having more than 1 trip to plan.

37 min ago by kmusilli

We will be taking friends in March who have never been to WDW before. Both are in their fifties and adults only trip. We have DVC and want opinions what hotel you think would wow a first timer the most?

11:49am on 7/19/26 by TriCircleTrio

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How Disney are they? Have they never been because they haven't had the opportunity or have they never been because they don't really love Disney? If they don't really love Disney, I would focus on an Epcot/HS resort if they really love Disney WL

11:58am on 7/19/26 by snelvis

Are you getting a studio or a 1 br?

12:04pm on 7/19/26 by KLuck

I would want to consider room configuration for a trip with friends so looking at points/value might influence your decision. I would probably go BWV if it works

12:12pm on 7/19/26 by youcanfly

We are BLT people because of the walkway home from MK after fireworks. The rooms are smaller, though. 2 bathrooms in a 1 bedroom is a perk. Easy access to monorail is nice.

12:20pm on 7/19/26 by goofygardiner

Riviera! I've done a couple of adults only trips there (also in my 50s ) it's quieter than a lot of other places. The pool and bar and quick service is great. And easy access to Epcot!

12:20pm on 7/19/26 by VikeQueen

Animal Kingdom Villas

1:05pm on 7/19/26 by cobia

Riv! It's not in your face Disney but she's beautiful. Bar Rhv is perfection and you do have some fun outdoor space to relax.

1:08pm on 7/19/26 by Phillylaura

I will add another vote for AKL. Where else can you watch giraffes from your balcony?

1:42pm on 7/19/26 by PrincipalTinker

Never stayed DVC but Riveria would be cool. The answer really depends on the people I think. My dad I know would have LOVED WL because he loved national parks and it is hard to believe you're in Florida when there.

3:06pm on 7/19/26 by mary32830

I would agree with Riviera, AKL or any of the monorail resorts.

3:26pm on 7/19/26 by njhyndman

I'm a fan of Epcot drinks and Baseline Taphouse and walkability of Boardwalk to both opportunities. BWV is my vote:)

3:35pm on 7/19/26 by IMarriedMyEllie

WL or Riviera. Both smaller with excellent food choices.

3:47pm on 7/19/26 by cdlla

The monrail and epcot resorts, also AKL. But they might like the openness of OKW or SSR too. Really cant go wrong! The new Poly Tower is gorgeous and very chill fireworks viewing

3:48pm on 7/19/26 by Totsypooh

Wilderness Lodge was our first deluxe many, many years ago, and I'm still awestruck when we visit there. Just gorgeous and detailed and perfectly Disney.

4:21pm on 7/19/26 by utang44

I don't think you can go wrong. My Disney hating BIL was blown away by BWV & BCV. The quiet pools are a bonus there too. Riviera doesn't have enough pool shade for my family. Poly would be great too- can't beat that view.

4:38pm on 7/19/26 by hauntedmansionnurse

Let me recommend an evening stroll to Geo-82 for cocktails and charcuterie and very civilized fireworks.

4:41pm on 7/19/26 by Ali Ababwa

Wow factor would be the scale of WL or AKL. Both designed by Peter Dominick, these 2 resorts are the reason I bought DVC. That being said, every person is different when it comes to the "Wow" factor. Like me, I don't get the love for Riviera.

4:51pm on 7/19/26 by allanmayo

Kidani, WL, poly, or RR. Even though AKL is out of the way, it's so unique, savanna view, and the food options are so good. Buses come frequently. Starlight safari is really cool.

5:42pm on 7/19/26 by WildernessPixie

AKL is perfectly impressive and less in your face for newcomers. Plenty of adult or non park activities, wonderful food and drink. But then again, we choose AKL for almost everything :)

5:53pm on 7/19/26 by aliceinwonderla

We are taking a 1st timer next May and hoping to get a 2 bedroom Savannah view at Kidani. We love AKL for all the reasons mentioned previously

6:23pm on 7/19/26 by MrsBobParr

You know your friends better than we do. I would say a 2 BR at GFV or BWV. But I don't know how many points you have. I'm not a fan of AKL but I know lots of people are.

8:17pm on 7/19/26 by popupcamper

Thanks for asking this question. We also have non Disney friends who have expressed interest in travelling with us. I need to find a low points place that will impress. I hadn't considered AKL

8:26pm on 7/19/26 by evamarie320

As a seasoned DVC mooch from my amazing SIL's points I can say that Saratoga isn't your choice. If you are going low points OKW is more fun for some drinks/food.AKL is a great idea but not our fave due to just distance but the resort/food is a+

9:02pm on 7/19/26 by Phillylaura

AKL food isn't for everyone. Their Spices do not agree with my one of my DD's at all. Worth a mention, depending on your party :)

9:18pm on 7/19/26 by cdlla

BCV or CCV if DVC. AK is lovely, but soooooooooooooo far from everything.

9:42pm on 7/19/26 by trishr.

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I don't find AKL distant at all. I'd say MK and monorail resorts are far from things. But AKL, the other three parks, DS, most hotels are close to each other.

8:27am by evamarie320

Yep I never felt like bus rides from AKL were excessively long, but I like to hear that to keep AKL numbers down!

8:34am by Ali Ababwa

I have timed bus rides from AKL and Poly during the same trip. Poly was a long ride to HS (shared bus). I think since AK is so close to AKL the total week travel time is shorter at AKL.

51 min ago by PrincipalTinker

Are guests at Swan/Dolphin allowed to use the buses at Boardwalk and Beach Club?

8:37am by X the Owl

Many liners have reported doing this

9:29am by youcanfly

I don't think there is any screening for walkups to the bus depot at BW and BC.

54 min ago by Ali Ababwa

If anyone wants to follow along, I'm posting in the forum as I make DH's MNSSHP costume for this year. I truly think this will be my best work yet. https://forum.touringplans.com/t/follow-along-with-dh-s-mnsshp-costume-construction/108509

11:06pm on 7/10/26 by HalfBludPrincess

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What you have so far is GLORIOUS!!! I am amazed. I can't wait to see your finished product!

12:03am on 7/11/26 by tiana

Creative and impressive! I will be following along to see your progress.

6:10am on 7/11/26 by Ange425

Wow!! You are super talented! I love where this is going!

7:17am on 7/11/26 by IMarriedMyEllie

That's so amazing!

7:45am on 7/11/26 by popupcamper

Wow!

8:13am on 7/11/26 by snelvis

I'm excited to follow along because I remember the Lumiere costume!

9:05am on 7/11/26 by youcanfly

Thanks, @youcan! I didn't think anything would top Lumiere but this is already up there!

3:45pm on 7/11/26 by HalfBludPrincess

Added a reply asking for help figuring out part of my costume. Would love any suggestions y'all have! Thanks!

8:45am on 7/13/26 by HalfBludPrincess

Wow. Wow! For the smokestack... what about one of those expandable tunnels kids have that are just a wire spiral ring and plastic? You could use a couple pieces of wire to extend it up to desired height, but it would travel flat.

8:53am on 7/13/26 by DestinyCalled

Something LIKE this: https://a.co/d/01GzjzxP

8:55am on 7/13/26 by DestinyCalled

Solid option! I'll see what I can find! Thank you!

8:55am on 7/13/26 by HalfBludPrincess

Or maybe a pop hamper so it has a "top" then I can just add some fabric or something to cover the mesh.

8:57am on 7/13/26 by HalfBludPrincess

YES! same idea!

9:11am on 7/13/26 by DestinyCalled

Depending on your diameter, a vent hose might work too. Or a small pet tunnel. Fabric covered to match.

12:31pm on 7/13/26 by trishr.

Oh yes! A small cat tunnel! You could cut it to fit if you're crafty (clearly you are!)

1:42pm on 7/13/26 by RememberWhen

Following

3:18pm on 7/13/26 by h2olly

That is outstanding!!! My crew is going as characters from HBOs the Pitt.

3:53pm on 7/13/26 by Crazycatlady3

I want to hear more about this, @Catlady!

4:55pm on 7/13/26 by TumbleMonkeys

DH is Dr Robby, dd is Dr. Mel King and dd bestie is Dr Santos. We ordered black lightweight scrub tops. Ordered name badges off Etsy and stethoscopes! I'm not brave enough to wear black! So I'm undecided! Might be nurse Dana! I don't know!

5:49pm on 7/13/26 by Crazycatlady3

If you go as Nurse Dana you MUST carry around a baby with a name tag that says "Jane Doe".

7:48pm on 7/13/26 by JenniferB1975

I volunteer my DD for Becca King

8:48pm on 7/13/26 by Ali Ababwa

Cool!

8:48pm on 7/13/26 by cobia

Kiddos have officially requested to join the family costume so DD3.5 and DD2.5 will be rubber ducks and DS5 will be the scuba guy toy. I'm even more excited now!!

8:56pm on 7/13/26 by HalfBludPrincess

Wow!! I'm so impressed! Great job!

9:39pm on 7/13/26 by hauntedmansionnurse

Love this @halfblud (and The Pitt idea, too)!

8:05am on 7/14/26 by TumbleMonkeys

This is so impressive!

8:50am on 7/14/26 by act72

Tried out my boat for Captain Suds tonight for the first time. Now I need to find the closest thing to a fisherman's sweater I can get that won't melt me into a puddle.

10:37pm on 7/19/26 by HalfBludPrincess

Costumes look really cool but I have to ask if you're not planning on riding any rides during the party? I can't fathom taking the boat on and off before each one, lol.

8:32am by cdlla

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Good luck! I was glad I used spray makeup fixative for MNSSHP last year because sweat was pouring down my face well past 7pm!

8:36am by Ali Ababwa

Rides are not my priority for the party. We have 1 full MK and 1 half day in addition to the party and come semi-regularly so I'll probably hang with the youngest and the stroller while DSis and BIL enjoy rides with the kiddos.

9:33am by HalfBludPrincess

I told my sister my plan was mostly to soak up the appreciation for all my hard work from other guests and CMs lol

9:37am by HalfBludPrincess

Going to MK on 8/20 only. Want a 1pm convo tix. Can only find 1 ending on 8/12. Can I buy that and then on 8/13 ask them to change the date?

2:38pm on 7/18/26 by penguinmom98

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Is the convention ending on 8/12 or that is as far out that tickets can be available?

3:31pm on 7/18/26 by PrincipalTinker

@JER might know how to get a different date, but I would not buy one and expect to be able to change the date to one not covered by the conference. You might check the forum thread related to conference tickets for info on choosing dates.

4:05pm on 7/18/26 by utang44

Whoops, I meant @ JJT.

4:06pm on 7/18/26 by utang44

@principal...it's as far out as I can buy a ticket

7:12pm on 7/19/26 by penguinmom98

You will probably need to find a different convention with later dates. The forum post can help you.

7:19pm on 7/19/26 by melcort10

Huh. Just tried and cannot find a conference that will cover your date. Must be a dead zone for conferences generally? Could only find a DisneyLAND one to cover your date.

7:28pm on 7/19/26 by Jennyhirsch

Does appears those dates are available. Here is a link for one starting on the 23 of August https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/reservations/bolt_wdw_conv_00001/admission/tickets/after-1pm-mk-dhs/

7:34pm on 7/19/26 by WorldTraveler34

There is a 10 day gap between conventions

7:35pm on 7/19/26 by WorldTraveler34

I meant to say are not available

7:39pm on 7/19/26 by WorldTraveler34

I thought JJT had a possible work around for that. I'll see if I can look for it.

7:48pm on 7/19/26 by RememberWhen

https://forum.touringplans.com/t/convention-tickets-tip-now-also-discussing-uk-attraction-tickets/46005/1164

8:01pm on 7/19/26 by RememberWhen

Click that link and follow the instructions. You should be able to adjust the dates. I was able to do that just now, but obv didn't buy the tix. Used this conv: https://disneyevent.com/mersep2026wdw1 Good luck!

8:03pm on 7/19/26 by RememberWhen

If you use my con tix date change trick, I suggest picking a conference that starts after your intended use date. We had one person report a hiccup in Disneyland, not WDW a year or two ago using an earlier con than their trip. Even though all other...

8:28pm on 7/19/26 by JJT (staff)

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..reports have been no issues, it might be a safer tactic using a later con that is still open when you are on site. (At this point I suspect that one report was a random glitch, otherwise we would heard more of them by now.)

8:30pm on 7/19/26 by JJT (staff)

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8:53am by supergirl1998

I used the change the date trick in May with no issues. Convention was after my dates.

9:01am by sragne

Do they still have the papers in the parks with meet times for characters and shows

6:20pm on 7/19/26 by joyceramaker

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Your MDE is not working?

6:56pm on 7/19/26 by PrincipalTinker

Yes on my phone the characters are not showing up in there tap on my iPad it works as it should

7:00pm on 7/19/26 by joyceramaker

I'm seeing a full list of 64 characters on the MDE map page this morning.

8:38am by Ali Ababwa

Oke follow up question to my earlier one Do the times of the meet and greets change much or if I make a list now they won't change too much for when I go in September

1:09am by joyceramaker

They do change seasonally. I'd wait til a few days before you go to make the list.

8:24am by evamarie320

Ty so much

8:30am by joyceramaker

They can change day to day even, which is why they suggest checking the times in MDE the morning of your park day.

8:34am by utang44

We have a family of 6 going to Disney in June 2027. Last time I've been to Disney was back in 2021. I dont believe anything is the same, lol. I just renewed TP bc it was a game changer back then for us. It sounds like LL is a must, but will end up costing

8:03pm on 7/18/26 by Lynn23

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Over $600 total for 1 day at each park (that's a lot). Is it really worth it or a must have. We are only doing 1 day at each park. The kids were so little the 2 youngest dont even remember it.

8:05pm on 7/18/26 by Lynn23

I feel like Im learning the system all over again. If anyone has a new tips, please share. Any help would be so appreciated!!

8:06pm on 7/18/26 by Lynn23

LL is very helpful for MK and HS. You can probably skip for AK if you RD as well as EPCOT. However, I would pay for Guardians bc it's amazing.

8:09pm on 7/18/26 by mayhem521

Are you sure it's over $100 a person? That doesn't sound right.

8:11pm on 7/18/26 by popupcamper

Yeah MK is the most expensive at $69 next week per person. AK is only $32. There's tax but still. I think it's worth it. Bring sandwiches to make the money.

8:14pm on 7/18/26 by popupcamper

Oh I dont even know the prices. I just saw average is $25 per person per day in early June. So total for 4 days with 6 people each day around d $600. I might be totally off though.

8:18pm on 7/18/26 by Lynn23

$69 for MK?!? Is that LLSPx2 and LLMP all together?

8:20pm on 7/18/26 by Totsypooh

@lynn im sorry to say its going to be more than that...

8:21pm on 7/18/26 by Totsypooh

I would budget $40 per person per day - $960 for 4 days.

8:49pm on 7/18/26 by njhyndman

Touring plans staff has done great blog posts showing how they got a ton done, without LLs, during spring break week. So it can be done. All depends on your priorities.

8:55pm on 7/18/26 by evamarie320

Here's the blog post on Hollywood Studios. https://touringplans.com/blog/hollywood-studios-touring-without-genie-april-2023/

8:57pm on 7/18/26 by evamarie320

Wow! Just for the 3 old school free "fast passes," that is terrible. What happened in 5 years?

8:57pm on 7/18/26 by Lynn23

You can be fine without MPLL for AK and EP, although I'd buy SPLL for FoP and GotG, if you think kids want to ride twice (rope drop plus LL). MK is fun for MPLL because so many rides for LLs. HS is a must for LL. HS is hardest park without LLs.

8:59pm on 7/18/26 by Jennyhirsch

I would totally plan on saving $$ by limiting meals out and spending on LLs! Food is so very overpriced. Have fruit, snacks, bfast, even lunch foods in hotel.

9:01pm on 7/18/26 by Jennyhirsch

Check TP crowd predictions before purchasing. We bought it but really didn't need it at AK or MK last month. We mostly just appreciated it bc it meant we had time to ride our favorites a couple of times.

9:22pm on 7/18/26 by ls2000

It saved us some time at Epcot and then we didn't buy at HS bc we just did AH event there.

9:23pm on 7/18/26 by ls2000

Yes @totsy. I was trying to see how OP was getting to $100 per person per day. I misunderstood that they were calculating the entire trip at $100 per person.

9:40pm on 7/18/26 by popupcamper

Lots of people go without LLs. It just depends on your priorities. We rarely eat in the park - I bet we spend $15 per person per day, but I don't go a day without LLs.

9:41pm on 7/18/26 by popupcamper

If you are fortunate enough to be able to buy it without being fiscally irresponsible, bite the bullet & do it. It stinks to spend so much more on top of park tickets but having LLMP and knowing how to use it efficiently cuts time spent in line notably.

10:18pm on 7/18/26 by SecondFavoriteDuck

e.g., my fam rode 21 rides on Thursday and 14 more on Friday this week with LLs. Our longest LLMP queue was 15 minutes. Another strategy for cutting time in lines is using single rider options whenever available.

10:25pm on 7/18/26 by SecondFavoriteDuck

Yes its much more than just three that you can get. With a bit of research, planning and fast walking you can get pretty much every ride in every park done in a day using LLs/ low standby waits except maybe for MK depending on your go power.

12:28am on 7/19/26 by Totsypooh

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Thanks so much for all of the replies. This really has helped me decide! I will do some research on how to use the LL's to get the most of them. If you have any resources that would be great

10:16pm on 7/19/26 by Lynn23

Check out Ear Scouts with Rob on you tube. Awesome videos on how to use LL. There's a general how to and then individual park videos also.

4:52am by cdlla

If you buy LL's (we do) I chose to think of it as "part of the cost of a ticket." Disney is just not going to give up all that extra $$$, so I frame it as park tickets being way more expensive now. (And I frame the mouse as greedier than ever, sigh.)

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