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Disneyland Resort 2014 AP benefits

Californian Elitist

Californian Elitist

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In 2013, the Disneyland Resort hosted a number of separate Limited Time Magic events for its annual passholders, and 99% of them were better than the regular events. It's a new year and although Limited Time Magic is over (thankfully), the DLR continues to offer special discounts and events. This thread will be keeping track of these benefits.

In the beginning of this year, save up to 25% on the resort hotels on selected Sundays-Thursdays, and 15% on selected Fridays and Saturdays. This deal comes with two Fastpasses for each party member and a photo from PhotoPass.

https://disneyland.disney.go.com/offers-discounts/disneyland-hotels-with-fastpass-and-photopass/

Passholders can also save up to 30% at Aulani, on select days.

There is a 20% discount available for passholders for the "Cultivating the Magic" tour, which I hear is pretty interesting.

https://disneyland.disney.go.com/offers-discounts/cultivating-the-magic-guided-tour/

Special discounts on dining and shopping at the GardenWalk across the street:

https://disneyland.disney.go.com/offers-discounts/anaheim-garden-walk-for-passholders/

That's all for now, I'll try to keep this updated.
 
sweetpee_1993

sweetpee_1993

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raven24 said:
If you pay separately, no, but if you pay as one, you can. What I would do was pay for everyone's food or merchandise so I could use my AP, and then my family/friends would just give me the money back.
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Yes! My sons pay me back! Cha-CHING!!! LOL! J/K! If I see the passholder discount for the DLH show up for our dates I'll buy myself an AP then regular tickets for the family. Discounts on hotel, food, some merch, AND a tour (we want to do Walk in Walt's Footsteps) would be worthwhile. We're thinking we may buy DH an AP, too. We're fairly certain we'll want to return sans kids in the fall for our annual anniversary getaway. Or maybe the week before Thanksgiving week. Or both. LOL!
 
Californian Elitist

Californian Elitist

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sweetpee_1993 said:
Yes! My sons pay me back! Cha-CHING!!! LOL! J/K! If I see the passholder discount for the DLH show up for our dates I'll buy myself an AP then regular tickets for the family. Discounts on hotel, food, some merch, AND a tour (we want to do Walk in Walt's Footsteps) would be worthwhile. We're thinking we may buy DH an AP, too. We're fairly certain we'll want to return sans kids in the fall for our annual anniversary getaway. Or maybe the week before Thanksgiving week. Or both. LOL!
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Sounds like a good plan! Hopefully you can get those hotel discounts. An extra AP for your hubby doesn't sound like a bad idea. And the Walk in Walt's Footsteps tour is the most popular. That should be fun.
 
wild01ride

wild01ride

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sweetpee_1993 said:
Yes! My sons pay me back! Cha-CHING!!! LOL! J/K! If I see the passholder discount for the DLH show up for our dates I'll buy myself an AP then regular tickets for the family. Discounts on hotel, food, some merch, AND a tour (we want to do Walk in Walt's Footsteps) would be worthwhile. We're thinking we may buy DH an AP, too. We're fairly certain we'll want to return sans kids in the fall for our annual anniversary getaway. Or maybe the week before Thanksgiving week. Or both. LOL!
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sweetpee, if I remember correctly, I believe that you're a WDW regular...If so, I would highly recommend getting the Premier Passport for both Resorts. I had been a long-time WDW'er and then I had the opportunity to visit DLR on a handful of occasions due to business travel. One year when we had two WDW trips planned, I decided to buy the Premier Passport since it worked out to be less than buying any combination of regular Park Hoppers, Annual Passes, etc.
In the end, it has turned out to be an worthwhile purchase (anyone would need to do the math to make sure it's right for them). However, the best part is that I ended up having a few more opportunities than expected to visit DLR and I wouldn't have been able to if I had not had the Premier Passport.
In the end, it genuinely ended up being cheaper for even the scheduled visits. However, it's also a great reason to make an excuse for those extra trips that you may otherwise be on the fence for! :D
Again, do the math, but if you're potentially considering additional visits to either Resort, it could be a big savings.

The one thing that I do want to point out though is that they are still choking on the WDW linking to My Disney Experience. As such, I had issues not only with the fact that I couldn't get my ticket to link to the MyMagic+ system, but I also could not use my Magic Band as my entry nor could I schedule FastPass+ online.
I sincerely hope that they sort these problems out soon for the people who have paid that much for a ticket...but anyway.

Whatever you decide, good luck and have a great trip!
 
sweetpee_1993

sweetpee_1993

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wild01ride said:
sweetpee, if I remember correctly, I believe that you're a WDW regular...If so, I would highly recommend getting the Premier Passport for both Resorts. I had been a long-time WDW'er and then I had the opportunity to visit DLR on a handful of occasions due to business travel. One year when we had two WDW trips planned, I decided to buy the Premier Passport since it worked out to be less than buying any combination of regular Park Hoppers, Annual Passes, etc.
In the end, it has turned out to be an worthwhile purchase (anyone would need to do the math to make sure it's right for them). However, the best part is that I ended up having a few more opportunities than expected to visit DLR and I wouldn't have been able to if I had not had the Premier Passport.
In the end, it genuinely ended up being cheaper for even the scheduled visits. However, it's also a great reason to make an excuse for those extra trips that you may otherwise be on the fence for! :D
Again, do the math, but if you're potentially considering additional visits to either Resort, it could be a big savings.

The one thing that I do want to point out though is that they are still choking on the WDW linking to My Disney Experience. As such, I had issues not only with the fact that I couldn't get my ticket to link to the MyMagic+ system, but I also could not use my Magic Band as my entry nor could I schedule FastPass+ online.
I sincerely hope that they sort these problems out soon for the people who have paid that much for a ticket...but anyway.

Whatever you decide, good luck and have a great trip!
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Oh no no no! I've been in WDW parks on a single day since September 2011. The only reason we did that was because it was a free inclusion on a Disney cruise port call to Port Canaveral. Otherwise, we have zero interest in visiting the WDW 4-parks. Absolute zero. I'd go to a water park but not one of the 4-parks. No desire whatsoever. I know it sounds crazy and I could write a book explaining all the whys. I'm a well-seasoned WDW veteran *of the past*. ;) If we revisit any parks resort in the US it will be in California. Otherwise, look for me on a ship or an island somewhere. LOL!
 
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wild01ride

wild01ride

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sweetpee_1993 said:
Oh no no no! I've been in WDW parks on a single day since September 2011. The only reason we did that was because it was a free inclusion on a Disney cruise port call to Port Canaveral. Otherwise, we have zero interest in visiting the WDW 4-parks. Absolute zero. I'd go to a water park but not one of the 4-parks. No desire whatsoever. I know it sounds crazy and I could write a book explaining all the whys. I'm a well-seasoned WDW veteran *of the past*. ;) If we revisit any parks resort in the US it will be in California. Otherwise, look for me on a ship or an island somewhere. LOL!
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Ah, gotcha (I haven't paid close enough attention...sounds like I missed a BIG detail!).
I can understand why some wouldn't want to go back.
It's gotten really crazy...busy, more strollers than people, long, long bus lines and bus rides, rude people, disrepair, and I'm not even going to touch on the MyMagic+ / FastPass+...
The only thing that allows me to keep going is having low expectations of what I can do with my time. Since I've seen almost everything many times, I can get by without having to see it all on each trip.

Disneyland, on the other hand, can be busy at times, but is much more palatable in general! Easier to get around, shorter lines, and just more general charm.
 
Californian Elitist

Californian Elitist

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New event coming up... In celebration of Sleeping Beauty's 55th anniversary, Disneyland will be hosting screenings of Sleeping Beauty for annual passholders this upcoming Wednesday at various times. Select Fantasyland attractions will be running solely for APs from 8-10 pm, and the Sleeping Beauty characters, including Aurora, Maleficent, Philip and the Three Good Fairies will be around for meeting and greeting. Select shops and food eateries will be open as well. It sounds like a very fun event.

Come celebrate the 55th anniversary of Sleeping Beauty with a special screening of the film plus an additional 2 hours—after Park closing—to enjoy select Fantasyland attractions!

Date

  • Wednesday, January 29, 2014


Screening Location
Main Street, U.S.A. Opera House (home to Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln) in Disneyland Park

Screening Times

  • 11:00 AM
  • 1:00 PM
  • 3:00 PM
  • 5:00 PM
  • 7:00 PM


Film running time is approximately 76 minutes.

Fantasyland After Hours Times

  • 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
  • Event will occur 2 hours after Park closing, which is currently scheduled for 8:00 PM.


Currently Scheduled Fantasyland After Hours Attractions



The remainder of the Park will not be open.

Entertainment
Be on the lookout for Disney Characters! You may see Maleficent, Aurora, Philip, Flora, Fauna and Meriwether.

Select merchandise and food locations will be available as well. Available attractions, entertainment and services subject to change without notice.

Event Registration

  • At 10:00 AM on the day of the event, Annual Passholders may begin registering at the Main Street, U.S.A. Opera House (home toGreat Moments with Mr. Lincoln) in Disneyland Park. Registration and distribution of event wristbands are subject to availability and capacity. Space is limited.
  • All participating Guests (ages 3 and older) must be valid Annual Passholders on the day of the event. Children under 3 may attend the event as long as there is space available and they receive an event wristband during the registration process.
  • Registration must be completed in person at the Main Street, U.S.A. Opera House on the day of the event only; no phone reservations or other registration will be accepted.
  • It is recommended that all members of your party check-in together.
  • All participating Annual Passholders must present their active Annual Passport to the event Cast Member, who will check event availability. Photo ID may be required.
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https://disneyland.disney.go.com/news/sleeping-beauty-anniversary-for-passholders/
 
coachwnh

coachwnh

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raven24 said:
New event coming up... In celebration of Sleeping Beauty's 55th anniversary, Disneyland will be hosting screenings of Sleeping Beauty for annual passholders this upcoming Wednesday at various times. Select Fantasyland attractions will be running solely for APs from 8-10 pm, and the Sleeping Beauty characters, including Aurora, Maleficent, Philip and the Three Good Fairies will be around for meeting and greeting. Select shops and food eateries will be open as well. It sounds like a very fun event.

https://disneyland.disney.go.com/news/sleeping-beauty-anniversary-for-passholders/
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When we read this a few days ago, we were saying how much more the AP in DL gets compared to WDW. Wish we are able to do this.
 
Californian Elitist

Californian Elitist

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coachwnh said:
When we read this a few days ago, we were saying how much more the AP in DL gets compared to WDW. Wish we are able to do this.
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I think it's strange WDW doesn't put on special events like this past one for their APs. They're loyal, just like DL APs. They should be rewarded the same way. I wish I could have done this as well, but it was on a school night. Hopefully something like this is planned during your time in the parks.
 
Californian Elitist

Californian Elitist

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Throughout this month, Disneyland, specifically Big Thunder Ranch Jamboree, will be screening a Disney movie each week. Guests will be encouraged to sing along with the various songs in the movie. There will be free popcorn, coffee and hot chocolate, along with other "special surprises."

An Annual Passholder Event

Come to Big Thunder Ranch Jamboree and celebrate some beloved Disney movies during a hosted screening event.

There's a different title each week!

Join in during the special "sing-along" sections, learn some trivia, savor complimentary popcorn, coffee or hot chocolate—and enjoy a few surprises throughout the evening.

Times

  • 5:30 PM: Venue opens
  • 6:30 PM: Film begins
Film Screening Location

  • Big Thunder Ranch Jamboree in Disneyland Park
Screening Schedule

  • Beauty and the Beast: February 5 and 6, 2014
  • The Little Mermaid: February 12 and 13, 2014
  • Aladdin: February 19 and 20, 2014
  • The Lion King: February 26, 2014
Event Registration and Wristband Distribution

  • Registration and wristband distribution for each night's event will begin at 2:00 PM on the day of the event near the Frontierland entrance, next to the Westward Ho! store in Disneyland Park.
  • Registration and distribution of event wristbands will continue while event wristband supplies last. Subject to availability and capacity. Space is limited.
  • Each participating Annual Passholder must present their active Annual Passport to the event Cast Member to check event availability and to register and receive an event wristband. Photo ID may be required.
  • Registration must be completed in person on the day of the event only; no phone reservations or other registration will be accepted.
  • This is an all-ages event. However, all participating Guests ages 3 and older must be valid Annual Passholders on the day of the event. Children under 3 may attend the movie screening as long as there is space available and they receive an event wristband during the registration process.
  • All Guests must be Annual Passholders, and the Guest must be in attendance at time of registration to receive a wristband.
  • For assistance, you may contact the Annual Passport Member Services team at (714) 781-PASS (7277).


Wristbands

  • Once an Annual Passholder has presented a valid Annual Passport and event availability has been confirmed, the Passholder will be registered for that day's event and will receive an event wristband.
  • Event wristbands are required for admission to the designated screening and are valid only for the event on the day issued.
  • Wristbands may not be sold or transferred for commercial purposes and have no cash value.
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https://disneyland.disney.go.com/news/disney-films-sing-along-for-passholders/
 
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Californian Elitist

Californian Elitist

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An annual passholder reported back to us on MiceChat about the Beauty and the Beast screening. They said roses were given out, and they were turned on whenever a song came on. They also said Belle and Beast came out onstage before the movie started.
 
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fosse76

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wild01ride said:
sweetpee, if I remember correctly, I believe that you're a WDW regular...If so, I would highly recommend getting the Premier Passport for both Resorts. I had been a long-time WDW'er and then I had the opportunity to visit DLR on a handful of occasions due to business travel. One year when we had two WDW trips planned, I decided to buy the Premier Passport since it worked out to be less than buying any combination of regular Park Hoppers, Annual Passes, etc.
In the end, it has turned out to be an worthwhile purchase (anyone would need to do the math to make sure it's right for them).
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I did the same thing. I had a WDW AP and decided to vist DLR for five days. The first time I didn't upgrade and bought a 5-day ticket (at the time, park hopping was included for 3-, 4-, 5- and 6-day tickets). I only did the math afterward and discovered I could have saved money. Having fallen in love with DLR, my next trip I opted to purchase the Premier Passport. I had calculated that based on the cost of a WDW AP (which I would have renewed anyway) and the cost of a 5-day DLR ticket, I would save about $50. I eneded up visiting DLR 3 times that year, and WDW only once! Based on the math, it still worked.

Now, however, it would not work. The pass is so high that you really do need to crunch the numbers to make sure it works. I think I calculated I needed two-5 day trips to one resort and one 5-day trip to the other to make it worthwhile. Though you do get some good discounts at DLR.

wild01ride said:
However, the best part is that I ended up having a few more opportunities than expected to visit DLR and I wouldn't have been able to if I had not had the Premier Passport.
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I actually scheduled additional trips, since I had the pass, and with access from off-site just as easy if not easier than on-site, even the hotels were cheaper than going to WDW.

wild01ride said:
In the end, it genuinely ended up being cheaper for even the scheduled visits. However, it's also a great reason to make an excuse for those extra trips that you may otherwise be on the fence for! :D
Again, do the math, but if you're potentially considering additional visits to either Resort, it could be a big savings.
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Absolutely. And DLR AP holders get food discounts without having to pay extra for a discount card, and that helps!

wild01ride said:
The one thing that I do want to point out though is that they are still choking on the WDW linking to My Disney Experience. As such, I had issues not only with the fact that I couldn't get my ticket to link to the MyMagic+ system, but I also could not use my Magic Band as my entry nor could I schedule FastPass+ online.
I sincerely hope that they sort these problems out soon for the people who have paid that much for a ticket...but anyway.
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Disney IT should have helped with that. The Premier Passport needs to have been issued by WDW with the RFID in order for them to link it. If you got it at DLR, they can't link it because it doesn't have RFID. However, WDW-issued Premier Passes won't work at DLR, so DLR's IT people will have to manually fix it in their system, and it can take a few days.
 
wild01ride

wild01ride

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fosse76 said:
Disney IT should have helped with that. The Premier Passport needs to have been issued by WDW with the RFID in order for them to link it. If you got it at DLR, they can't link it because it doesn't have RFID. However, WDW-issued Premier Passes won't work at DLR, so DLR's IT people will have to manually fix it in their system, and it can take a few days.
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Thanks for the info!
I'm not sure if it was just so early in the MyMagic+ program that no one knew what to do or???
Let's just say that there were about four CM's involved behind the desk all saying something to the effect of "Well, I heard that....with the Premier Passport". I'm sure I could've pushed it further to get more help, but I had already heard about incompatibility stories and as it turned out, we were arriving late at night on that trip (which is unual for us). We were all hungry and knowing how long those type of problem-solving things can take, I elected just to use my Magic Band for room and charging and showing my pass separately for admission.
In the end, it definitely didn't have the same convenience of the Magic Band but I made due!

I'll have to push the issue next year (hmm...more excuses to visit the Parks!).
 

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