There are some big changes coming to Disney World's Lightning Lane system. Are you just getting used to Genie+, Disney's paid priority admission service? That's about to change.
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New Lightning Lane changes are coming!
We’ve learned everything we can about these changes so we can answer your biggest questions about the update. As part of the new Lightning Lane Multi-Pass (formerly Genie+) overhaul, a new tier system will be introduced to the attraction. We’re still learning all the details, but so far, it looks like the new Lightning Lane Pass will give people a chance to better plan their trips ahead of time. But then one big problem arose.
Starting July 24, Genie+ will change to Lightning Lane Multi-Pass, and Lightning Lane Individual will change to Lightning Lane Single Pass. Disney announced that starting July 24th, you can:
- Plan your Lightning Lane before you get to the park
- Choose your experience and time before purchasing
- Book your Lightning Lane passes across multiple vacation days all in one day.
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Animal Kingdom attraction signage directing guests to the waiting line and Lightning Lane entrance.
So far we know Disney World Hotel Guests (and guests of other select hotels) You can plan your Lightning Lane pass up to 7 days in advance for your entire stay. (up to 14 days) All other guests can plan up to three days in advance. And initially, Disney included this caveat: You must be in the United States to purchase a Lightning Lane Pass and reserve it in advance of your vacation..
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We recently inquired with Disney World Cast Members and found that “Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass features will also be available to guests in other countries. Once you arrive in the United States, you can begin your pre-arrival planning in the My Disney Experience mobile app.”
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This meant: International visitors could not purchase a Lightning Lane Pass or take advantage of advance planning benefits until arriving in the United States. Even if the 7-day planning period started before then. Naturally, many readers were not happy with this news.
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Well, as of June 28, Cast Members have confirmed that Canadian visitors will still be able to use the My Disney Experience app “after the launch of pre-arrival purchases and planning for Lightning Lane passes.” Translation: Both U.S. and Canadian residents can use the My Disney Experience app to plan ahead for Lightning Lane.
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Tower of Terror Lightning Lane Sign
Keep in mind that we're still waiting for more details about the new Lightning Lane Multi-Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass. very Maybe this will change in the future. Expect some bugs and other minor issues when the new system is released. We are still hoping for that. Disney will be updating the rules to allow international readers to take advantage of the early access plan too!
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Lightning Rain from Beauty and the Beast Show
as I mentioned before, Disney will (re)introduce a tiered system for multi-pass rides. When planning your first three choices, you may choose one experience from the higher-level group and two (or all three) experiences from the lower-level group.
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Lightning Lane by Expedition Everest
Things are constantly changing, so we’ll continue to share all the latest updates on these new Lightning Lane changes. Stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more!
Learn more about the changes coming to Genie+ at Disney World!
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