Walt Disney World Resort has announced the total removal of its paid-service Genie+ and a completely new program to revolutionize line queuing forever at the theme parks.
Disney World Announced Removal of Genie+ Paid Service; New Program To Revolutionize Line Queuing Forever
In anticipation of the upcoming Walt Disney World vacation season, families and friends eagerly prepare their itineraries to include must-see attractions and cherished experiences. Guests’ feedback has been instrumental in prompting enhancements to Walt Disney World’s planning services, providing more pre-visit options for park enthusiasts.
Effective July 24, Walt Disney World will introduce simplified names to clarify its planning services: Disney Genie+ will be rebranded as Lightning Lane Multi Pass, while individual Lightning Lane will transition to Lightning Lane Single Pass. These updates are designed to streamline the booking process and empower guests with greater flexibility in selecting their preferred ride times before arriving at the parks.
BREAKING: Starting July 24, Walt Disney World is renaming some services for better clarity.
The Disney Genie+ service will now be called Lightning Lane Multi Pass, and individual Lightning Lane will be Lightning Lane Single Pass.
New updates will also include:
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Under the new system, guests can proactively schedule up to 3 Lightning Lane selections per theme park in advance, and they can modify their choices as needed throughout their visit day via the My Disney Experience app. This approach aims to reduce wait times and provides guests with a clearer understanding of their itinerary before they even step foot in the park.
Guests staying at Disney Resort hotels and select accommodations will enjoy extended planning privileges. They can book Lightning Lane passes up to 7 days in advance for their stay (up to 14 days). Other visitors can plan up to 3 days, ensuring everyone has ample opportunity to secure access to their favorite attractions.
These updates align with Disney’s commitment to enhancing guest experiences through advanced planning capabilities, complemented by ongoing improvements in digital services such as streamlined dining reservations and mobile food ordering. As the summer vacation approaches, Disney remains dedicated to delivering magical moments and memorable adventures for families and guests alike.
The recent overhaul of Disney World’s planning services, set to take effect on July 24 with the introduction of Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass, marks a significant shift in how guests will navigate and enjoy the theme park experience.
For Disney World, this change represents a strategic effort to enhance visitor satisfaction by offering more transparent and more flexible options for accessing attractions. By allowing guests to plan up to three Lightning Lane selections per park in advance and providing the ability to adjust plans via the My Disney Experience app, Disney aims to reduce wait times and streamline the park visitation process.
This proactive approach empowers guests to prioritize their favorite rides and experiences before arriving and ensures a smoother and more organized vacation experience. Moreover, extending advanced booking privileges to guests staying at Disney Resort hotels underscores Disney’s commitment to rewarding loyal visitors with enhanced planning capabilities. As Disney World prepares for the summer rush, these changes are poised to improve overall guest satisfaction and optimize the enjoyment of the magical world of Disney for millions of visitors.
The upcoming changes to Disney World’s planning services, slated to debut on July 24 with Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass, are set to revolutionize how guests experience line queuing at the theme parks. By allowing guests to pre-select up to three Lightning Lane attractions per day in advance, coupled with the option to modify selections via the My Disney Experience app, Disney is fundamentally altering the traditional queuing process.
This innovation drastically reduces wait times by offering guests more control over their park itinerary before arriving. Instead of spending valuable park time standing in line, visitors can strategically plan their day, ensuring they prioritize their favorite attractions and experiences.
Moreover, introducing Lightning Lane passes for individual attractions means guests can secure access to highly sought-after rides with greater ease and predictability. This system builds upon Disney’s legacy of enhancing guest experiences, combining digital convenience with the magic of Disney World’s attractions.
By streamlining the queuing process and empowering guests with advanced planning tools, Disney World is poised to set a new standard in theme park visitation, ensuring every guest enjoys a seamless and unforgettable experience in the happiest place on earth.
How does Disney accommodate fans that don’t have cell phones?
lmao. Get one
Do we need to pay for the new LL system? If so, will prices vary by ride?
And what will the cost be
Gone are the days of going into the park and having fun, Now it is an all day job.
It sounds just like the old Fast Pass system – which was free!
Yep-Fast Pass+ except now they’re charging for it. If anything they should’ve just kept FP+(Free) and then added the single LL option for those who want to pay extra to get that ride or experience not available thru FP. We were AP holders for the past 7 years and the first 4 with FP+ were by far the best(now it’s just a ‘Hot Mess’)-Literally!
You will need to pay for this service…yes, you can book another LL after you use the first one, but only if there is availability. If it’s a particularly busy day, many popular rides may be booked already (especially if you stay off site and cannot book them seven days out). More than likely, the off property times of the first three will be later in the day since the people on property will take the early times to maximize their day. And on top of that, you still need to purchase additional single LL for the bigger rides. So our family of five would probably be looking at a minimum of $100 a day on top of ticket prices. If you’re on a trip, that daily amount adds up quickly. An extra $500+ for a five day trip is a huge increase. Disney definitely does not cater to the average family anymore. Guess this family will be out of luck and will be waiting in those lines LOL I don’t want to give up Disney because I absolutely love it, but it’s getting harder and harder to justify
Basically it’s fast pass plus….for a fee.
There is nothing innovative here. Its Fast Pass + with a fee and 14 days prior to visit instead of 60 days. But I will take this over Genie +, which was absolutely awful.
Just another reason for this family not to go back. Another jump through hoops and got pay even more money for something that should be free. Here’s a clue drop everything and everyone has to wait in line!
Cost? What’s the ratio of LL riders to Standby riders? I saw them let over 20 LL riders on to Peter Pan for every 4 standby riders in line. Absolutely ridiculous! I agree that making fast pass reservations 60 days out was absurd and hurt the infrequent guest and think the 7 day reservations is better but we need to know the cost of this once free program and it needs to be limited to ensure the standby lanes move.
I THINK THAT YOUR FASTPASS ARE BETTER COMING BACK AS YOU ARE NOW NOT CATRING FOR FAMILYS ON A BUDGET AS FROM THE UK IT DEAR ENOUGHT TO GET TO DISNEY WITHOUT HAVING TO PAY EXTRA.WITH ALL THE FREEBIES GON E IS IT WORTH IT NOW
Most people spend a good portion of their lives on a phone and computer. now they are spending inordinate amounts of time on a phone directed “magical” vacation. No thanks.