If you had planned a Disney vacation and something unexpected has come up, you may be wondering if it’s possible to reschedule your trip. The good news is that yes, you can reschedule your Disney vacation! However, there are some important things to keep in mind before making any changes.
Understanding Disney’s Cancellation and Change Policies
Before we dive into the details of rescheduling your vacation, let’s first take a look at Disney’s cancellation and change policies. These policies can vary depending on the type of reservation you have made. For example, cancellation fees for hotel reservations may differ from those for theme park tickets or dining reservations.
Hotel Reservations
If you have booked a room at a Disney resort hotel, you can cancel or modify your reservation up to 5 days before your check-in date without any penalty. If you cancel within 5 days of your check-in date, you will be charged a fee equivalent to one night’s room rate.
Theme Park Tickets
If you have purchased theme park tickets directly from Disney, they are nonrefundable. However, if your plans change and you need to visit on different dates, unused tickets can be modified online or by phone through the My Disney Experience app.
Dining Reservations
Disney dining reservations can be canceled up to 24 hours in advance without penalty. If you cancel within 24 hours or do not show up for your reservation, a fee of $10 per person will be charged to the credit card on file.
How to Reschedule Your Vacation
Now that we know what the policies are let’s talk about how to actually reschedule your vacation.
Step 1: Contact Disney
The first step is to contact Disney directly either by phone or online through the My Disney Experience app. Explain your situation and the reason for needing to reschedule your vacation. A Cast Member will be able to assist you in making any necessary changes.
Step 2: Check Availability
Once you have explained your situation to the Cast Member, they will check availability for the new dates you want to visit. Depending on how far in advance you are making the change and the time of year, availability may be limited.
Step 3: Make Changes
If there is availability for your new preferred dates, the Cast Member will help you make any necessary changes to your hotel reservation, theme park tickets, and dining reservations. Be prepared to pay any difference in price if there is a change in season or promotions.
Conclusion
In conclusion, if something unexpected comes up and you need to reschedule your Disney vacation, it is possible! Just make sure to keep in mind Disney’s cancellation and change policies and contact them as soon as possible to make any necessary changes. With a little bit of planning and flexibility, you can still enjoy all that Disney has to offer on a different date.