There are currently 11 Disney parks in the world, located in five different locations. By visiting them with family or a group of friends, the cost of tickets can become quite significant and, possibly, reduce the length of stay in the park. Getting discounted tickets is a way to cut costs and enjoy some more fun while visiting.
Steps
Step 1. Create a profile on the website of the Disney park you intend to visit
Fill out the form as completely as possible, including personal information and travel planning information. Spend some time browsing the site to get an idea of which attractions you are interested in and how much time you intend to spend visiting the park and attractions.
- From time to time, Disney Parks present special offers, providing guests with personal codes, based on information entered in site profiles and virtual travel planning tools. These offers may come in the form of discounted tickets, free holiday package supplements and meal deals. By visiting the website and updating your profile regularly, you can increase the chances of receiving a discount code.
- Disney customer service personnel keep records of the personal codes that have been assigned to you. If you are concerned that one of these codes may have been lost in the mail, you can call and ask if there are any special discounts associated with your account.
Step 2. Determine the amount of time you would like to spend at the Disney park, and decide what type of accommodation you will need, based on the distance you are from and the length of your visit
- In the United States, if you live in the same state as the park you want to visit, you may be eligible for discounted day passes or annual passes, offered only to visitors from the same state. Similar discounts are sometimes offered to residents of countries or cities outside the United States where Disney parks are located.
- Usually, visitors who plan to stay in a hotel have the option of booking their hotel stay and park tickets together in one package. Both Disney parks in the United States offer a variety of on-site hotels. The prices of Disney hotels are comparable to those of other similar hotels, but the price of the overnight stay also includes the ticket to the park, thus allowing significant savings.
Step 3. Plan to visit the Disney park during the off season
The lowest attendance levels are recorded between early and mid-autumn and late winter. Although, generally, the price of day tickets does not change according to the season, those of packages linked to hotel rooms reach their lowest peak in these months, which reduces the overall cost of the trip. Additionally, Disney parks tend to offer more public promotions and personal codes during the off-season in an effort to attract visitors.
Step 4. Review the promotions on the park site you have chosen several months before booking
Compare the discounts applicable to your trip with those you may have received in the form of personal codes, then determine which discount offers the most savings.
Step 5. Contact the organizations you belong to and ask if they offer discounts for the Disney park you plan to visit
Many groups and associations offer discounts on packages and day tickets. Sometimes, instead of a general discount, free services are offered, such as parking.
Sometimes, member discounts for certain groups can be combined with those offered directly by Disney parks, but in cases where this is not possible, you will need to examine both alternatives and determine which offers the greatest savings
Step 6. Book your tickets carefully, making sure no unnecessary supplements are included
Disney tickets offer ample possibilities to adapt to your personal needs, but some agencies will assume that you want all the extras, and will automatically quote you a higher price than necessary. Optional extras include admission to water parks and arcades, tickets with no expiry date, and tickets that allow you to visit multiple Disney parks on the same day. Ask your agency how much these services cost based on your travel details; then decide if they are worth the extra expense.
