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Like most things we'll spend money on in 2024, Disney World vacations continue to increase in price. A one-day ticket for the Magic Kingdom can cost as much as $189 (though purchasing multiday tickets does bring the per-day cost down), and even the cheapest on-site hotel options average around $150 per night.

Related: A magical guide for how to plan a trip to Disney World this year

That doesn't mean there aren't ways to save money at Disney, though. Disney regularly releases special offers and discounts for hotels, tickets, dining plans and more.

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Don't fret if you already booked a Disney vacation before learning about these offers. In most instances, you can apply current discounts to your existing reservation by visiting the "My Disney Experience" section on Disney World's website. Click on "My Plans," select "Change Reservation" and then search for applicable offers. If you booked through an authorized Disney vacation planner, you can reach out to them, and they should be able to apply the discount for you.

Save up to 30% on Disney hotel stays

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Disney usually has one or two special offers you can take advantage of regardless of whether you have a Disney Premier Visa Card, a Disney Visa Card or a Disney+ subscription. Currently, there are two such discounts that can save you money.

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If you are planning a Disney World vacation of five nights or more, you can save up to 35%. Your total savings will depend on which hotel you choose. This offer is available for stays on most nights between March 25 and July 7, 2024, and can save you hundreds of dollars. For example, a five-night mid-July stay in a savanna view room at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge will cost you $539.06 per night with this discount.

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The same room would cost you $718.75 per night without a discount. Over the course of five nights, that's a staggering savings of almost $900 before taxes and fees.

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If you are planning a shorter vacation, Disney has another offer to save up to 20% on your hotel stay on select nights between Jan. 9 and March 24.

Annual passholders can save even more – as much as 35% – on hotel rooms this spring and summer with a passholder exclusive offer.

How to find Disney World discounts

Finding Disney World hotel discounts is surprisingly easy. On Disney's website, if you click "Places to Stay" and navigate to "View Special Offers" on the pop-up menu, you'll see a full list of Disney's current hotel and vacation package discounts.

You can click here to go directly to the page and bookmark it for later or check TPG regularly for the latest Disney discounts.

If you are working with a Disney vacation planner, they will look for these deals for you and apply any that fit. Still, it doesn't hurt to check occasionally and flag any that you think might apply to your trip.

Bottom line

There's no getting around it: A Disney World vacation is a significant expense for most families. These Disney World discounts can help you save money for future trips or to spend elsewhere, like on character dining experiences or tickets to one of Disney's after-hours parties.

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These Disney World discounts can help you save money on your next vacation - The Points Guy (2024)

FAQs

Does Disney World give discounts? ›

Multiple Disney World ticket discounts are available for the general public and even a few ways to get a discount on Disney World annual passes. There are special discounted Disney World tickets available for Florida residents and members of the US military.

Do Disney vacation planners get discounts? ›

Disney travel agent discounts

Disney travel agents can take advantage of discounted rates on accommodation and park entrance fees for their personal trips as well.

What does Disney do for promotions for Florida residents? ›

Experience the magic and thrills of the 4 Walt Disney World theme parks with a special ticket offer for Florida residents! Florida residents can purchase a 4-Day Discover Disney Ticket for just $59 per day, plus tax (total price: $235, plus tax). A specially priced 3-day ticket is also available.

How to save money on water at Disney? ›

Save Money at Disney By Bringing Your Own Water Bottle

Disney even offers free water bottle refill stations throughout the park! This can mean huge cost savings! On a hot Florida day, we all could use more water. Instead of spending money on water bottles, bring a few with you and fill them up throughout the day!

Does Disney offer a senior discount? ›

Walt Disney World Resort does not offer senior citizen discounts on tickets, Disney Resort hotels or vacation packages. However, you may wish to check with any senior citizen organizations that you belong to, as special offers may be available through those groups.

Can I go to Disney World for free on my birthday? ›

While there aren't any discounts if you want to visit on your birthday, there are many fun ways to celebrate whether you choose dining, riding attractions, enjoying the entertainment, or all three! You will need to plan ahead by making a Theme Park Reservation.

Is it cheaper to use a travel agent for Disney? ›

Usually free to you

It doesn't cost you any extra to book through an agent vs. booking straight through Disney. Disney pays commission to the agency that books you, but at no cost to you.

Is AAA an authorized Disney vacation planner? ›

As an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner, AAA has the expertise and experience to plan a Magical Vacation especially for your family. So whether your magical vacation takes you to the theme parks in Florida or California, on a high seas adventure, to beautiful Hawaii or on a guided getaway, we've got you covered.

How much does a Disney travel agent make per booking? ›

The commission structure with Disney is pretty straightforward. For most vacations, especially for new travel agents, your commission starts out at 10%. That means if you book a $5,000 trip, you'll make $500 after the person travels. Disney cruises are a little different depending on the volume of sales you have.

Can Disney employees go for free? ›

Theme Park Experiences

Complimentary theme park admission for full-time and part-time positions after two weeks of employment.

Do Florida residents get into Disney for free? ›

Enjoy an action packed visit to Walt Disney World Resort! Florida Residents can save 40% on 4-Day Tickets and 30% on 3-Day Tickets compared to the non-Florida Resident price of a 3-Day or 4-Day Ticket. Want to visit for a day? One-day, one-park tickets start at $109, depending on the date and the theme park.

What age is free at Disney? ›

Disney World is free to visit for children under the age of 3, making the already popular destination especially appealing to young families.

Is water still free at Disney? ›

You can buy bottled water throughout the parks; many vendors also sell Powerade. In the parks, bottled water runs about $3.50-$4, or if you're using the Disney Dining Plan you can pay with a snack credit. There are two places to get water for free: water fountains and Quick Service restaurants.

Does Disney refill water bottles? ›

Replenish your water bottles at convenient locations throughout Walt Disney World Resort.

How do you get free water at Disney World? ›

In many locations in the parks, you can ask Cast Members for water and they are complimentary. Not all locations have them so knowing where to ask is key. All table-service dining locations have water available during your meal, some will also provide you with a to-go cup of water as well.

Is $1000 enough for Disney World? ›

Visiting Disney on a Budget

As you can see, it's totally possible to visit Disney World for under $1000 a person. Using the calculations above, it would cost around $2,000 for a family of 4. That's pretty impressive when you recognize that the usual cost is between $3000 and $5000 for a family of that size.

Is it cheaper to book Disney through AAA? ›

AAA offers discounted Disney World tickets. As a AAA member, you can save up to 30% on attraction tickets if you purchase through AAA. Be careful when looking for discounted tickets, though. Only buy through reputable sellers, as many scammers try to take advantage of people purchasing Disney tickets.

Is there any way to save money on Disney tickets? ›

If one day isn't enough for you to explore the parks, buy a multi-day pass. You'll save a few dollars per day on each ticket, compared to buying only a one-day ticket. For example, a single-day Magic Kingdom ticket is priced from $105, but a two-day ticket costs $202 per day.

Does Costco sell Disney tickets? ›

No. We do not sell Walt Disney World® tickets separately. However, we can include Walt Disney World® tickets as part of an Orlando vacation package, along with flights, hotel, and rental car options for a better value.

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