food IS a theme park
Genie+ has been around for a while now in Disney World, and that means we’ve gotten to know its ins and outs pretty well.
Genie+
But, not everyone is at Disney World every day like we are, so chances are not everyone knows it like we do! There are plenty of Genie+ rules you need to know, but we’re letting you in on a little secret and telling you about the Genie+ hacks you’re skipping in Disney World.
Getting ready for a Disney World vacation can be a lot.
Welcome to Walt Disney World
From booking your Park Pass Reservations and narrowing down the right hotel choice for your group to snagging your favorite Advanced Dining Reservations — it all takes a lot of research and planning! But sometimes, no matter how much you plan, things in Disney World can get a bit challenging. Occasionally, you might have to deal with something you can’t plan for — unexpected ride closures.
Are you one of those lucky folks with some extra cash in your pocket or bank account?
Disney World Theme Park Ticket Cards
We love finding that extra dollar or two in a old coat pocket, or in between sofa cushions, but can you also hold onto an extra few dollars based on where you buy your Disney Park tickets?
Listen, we’ll all admit — the Disney World app has a few flaws.
Genie+
We’ve seen the My Disney Experience app crash and cause issues multiple times in the past, whether that meant Mobile Order wasn’t working or that people ran into issues with pulling up their tickets and passes. But recently, Disney World had some pretty massive app problems that got in the way if you were doing…well, pretty much anything!
Whether you love it or hate it, Genie+ is here to stay.
Lightning Lane
The paid, skip-the-line service isn’t exactly intuitive to use, especially if you’re not in Disney World every day like we are. Luckily, we’ve used Genie+ plenty of times at this point, and we know the ins and outs pretty well by now. If you’re heading to the parks soon, don’t forget about these critical Genie+ rules!
Planning a Walt Disney World vacation can be complicated. Especially when it comes time to figure out how to plan your touring days at Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. And if you hate waiting in line, you might be interested in the paid service — Genie+ — that allows you to skip some of the standby queues.
Disney Genie
But when (and how!) can you purchase Genie+?
First, a little background information.
So you’re planning a Disney World trip, and you think you’ve got it all down!
Cinderella Castle
You might have those hotel reservations booked and the dining reservations made, and maybe you’ve even got a packing list all ready to go. But what about Disney Genie+?! The skip-the-line system is notoriously confusing with it’s plethora of rules and fluctuating prices. Thankfully, we’re here to help! Today, we’re sharing the best (and worst!) days in May 2023 to purchase Genie+.
When Disney World introduced Genie+, EVERYTHING changed.
Have you used Genie+ in Disney World?
We suddenly had to learn the ins and outs of how best to use Genie+, help you decide if it’s worth it, and learn all about every tip and trick we could figure out. But Genie+ has actually changed a LOT since it was first introduced in 2021, so we’re going to go over those changes to make sure you’re as up to date as possible on ALL of the features of the service.
Disney Genie can be a complicated system, but if you know how to use it, it can be a lifesaver on your trip.
Expedition Everest Lightning Lane
From stacking Lightning Lanes to outsmarting Genie+, there are a lot of ways that we make the most out of this extra in the parks. Sometimes that even looks like skipping Genie+ in some parks. But if you’re going to buy Genie+ for your trip to Magic Kingdom (and it is a good park to get it for), you’re going to want to know what to prioritize. So we’re giving you the scoop on how to make your selections. Let’s jump in!
Planning a Disney World vacation can be daunting.
Crowds before Happily Ever After
There are Advanced Dining Reservations to get, Genie+ rides to research, and tons of Disney hotels to choose between. On top of all that, things are changing regularly in the parks — it’s a lot to stay on top of! But don’t worry, we’re here to remind you about some of the biggest changes you need to keep in mind to have a smooth trip.
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