I do not want to sit thru timeshare presentations the whole trip.
2007-04-28 06:40:08 · 5 answers · asked by Nee 1 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Orlando
I strongly recommend going directly with Disney or your travel agent to get the ticktes, for several reasons.
1). Disney tickets now expire 14 days after the first use, this means that, unless the no-expiration option is added on, the tickets will be no good several weeks or years down the road, but for the next 14 days. Most people don't purchase the no-expiration option, but people will still sell the tickets online that they have used, so you are basically buying an empty ticket.
2). Even if you are getting a ticket that still has days left on it, the tickets are non-transferable. Once you use your ticket the first time, you scan your fingers into a biometrics system so that only you can use that ticket. If you go to the park and use someone elses ticket, you will have to proove that you actually are the person on the ticket, or you will have to buy a new ticket.
3). Aside from the tickets just being a scam and you getting nothing for the money you spend, a lot of what you will find online is going to be a timeshare deal. Basically, you sit through a presentation, usually several hours long, and they will either give you free tickets or a lower rate, or something like that. This is not something I really suggest doing, but if you don't mind it, then it is a good way to get some free tickets.
When you are in Orlando, if you wait to buy your tickets, there will still be a lot of places advertising lower cost tickets. Most of these will be scams or the timeshare deal.
If you buy your tickets from Disney, or a TA, you will get an advance purchase savings. It isn't a huge savings, but it is something. The longer your pass is, the lower your cost is per day, and you can get them for around $30, plus any add ons you do. So, Disney does offer some pretty good rates for tickets.
Finally, AAA would be another option. I believe you have to do a 2 or 3 day pass before they offer any savings, however. If you are not a member, make sure you check how much you would actually save and what the cost of membership is. The savings may not be good enough to buy the membership and still save.
Personally, I always book a package with Disney, just so I can ge the dining plan. I go to Disney enough that I could get an AP and be done with it, but I like the dining plan so much I just buy my tickets each time (even though I could have my AP and just buy a one day base to get the dining) So, if you will be staying onsite, look into doing a package. The dining plan can save you 40% off of your food, it is a really great deal and you get a lot of food.
There are sites that offer lower priced tickets, but there is always a risk that they are not legitimate. Most of the time the savings is not good enough to take the risk.
2007-04-28 08:08:09 · answer #1 · answered by tech_fanatic 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best way to find discount theme park tickets to check the park's web site. Most parks offer internet and early bird specials. Also check with AAA, part of their services is to offer travel discounts and they have excellent partnerships with many parks.
Avoid anything that offers a deeply discounted theme park ticket, this will almost always be a bait and switch of some sort.
Also look into meal plans to stretch you vacation dollar. Universal has and excellent one. Disney does too but it is not necessarily available to everyone. The more you know the more fun you'll have, and the more money you'll save.
2007-04-28 14:18:27 · answer #2 · answered by xillith 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please always purchase your tickets with an authorized seller. There really aren't any cheap Disney tickets. What you will find are some slight discounts. For example you can get a discount on tickets by
1. Purchasing your tickets ahead of time online
2. Purchasing your tickets in combination with accommodations.
3. Purchasing multiple day passes
4. Florida residence
5. You may work for or belong to a group that offers additional discounts on attraction tickets
2007-04-28 14:14:22 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
My some tickets on ebay from a reputable seller (that has 97% feedback or better).
2007-04-29 20:53:21 · answer #4 · answered by 1sweet lady 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
can you please let me know as soon possible.
2007-05-01 21:03:49 · answer #5 · answered by odalys2476 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋