Disney Reservations
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The magic never ends when you stay at a Walt Disney World® Resort Hotel. Enjoy
unparalleled Disney Service in addition to these vacation benefits:

*Complimentary DISNEY TRANSPORTATION by motor coach, water launch or monorail throughout the Walt
Disney World® Resort property. *

*Head back to your Resort for A DISNEY MIDDAY BREAK and return to the Parks later in the day. Sample
available SERVICES FOR CHILDREN, including unique child activity centers, in-room babysitting, learning
programs and dinner clubs (nominal fee for services; subject to availability).

*Take advantage of on-property CHARGING PRIVILEGES and convenient DELIVERY of purchases to your
Disney Resort.

*Every day, some of the most popular attractions at one Theme Park are open for EXTRA MAGIC HOUR
exclusively for guests at select Walt Disney World® Resort hotels. Each day one of the theme parks will open
one hour early OR stay open three hours later so Disney Resort hotel guests can enjoy select attractions. (A
valid theme park ticket and Resort ID are required. )           
Check-In is at 3PM and Check-out is at 11AM.    However...
If you are arriving earlier than 3PM, Disney lets you go ahead and "check-in".  Go to the front desk and let
them know you have arrived. Then you will be given a Card-Key with a phone number to call after 3PM to get
your room number. Leave your luggage with the Bell Service, and they will store it until your room is ready.
When your room is ready, your luggage will be delivered to your room and waiting for you when you get in. So
"check-in" early, and have the day to play at Disney's Parks!
Disney's Magical Express Service
Disney's Magical Express Service offers complimentary airport shuttle, luggage
delivery and airline check in for Disney Resort Guests*.

Disney's Magical Express allows guests to check their bags at their hometown airport, bypass baggage claim at
Orlando International Airport and board luxury motor coaches to the Walt Disney World® Resort - as their bags
"magically" appear in their room upon check in. The round-trip service, which is  complimentary for Disney Resort
guests is designed to give the stress-free vacation they want.

Disney's Magical Express service makes guests' return to Orlando International Airport hassle-free as well. This
convenient system lets guests avoid airport check-in lines by enabling passengers on domestic flights** to check
their luggage and receive a boarding pass before departing their Disney hotel.

Guests with flight departures later in the day no longer have to worry about their luggage after they check out of
their hotel. They can simply check their luggage at the Resort Airline Check-in Desk and then enjoy the last day
of their stay.

*The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin hotel, the seven hotels on and near Hotel Plaza Boulevard, and Shades of Green are
not included.

**Airlines Participating in Airport Check-In: include Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Continental, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue,
Northwest, United/Ted, & AirTran.

Frequently Asked Questions about Disney's Magical Express -
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Q. Do I have to fly on a participating airline in order to take advantage of Disney's Magical Express
Service?

A. No. You may use Disney's Magical Express motor coach transportation and luggage transfer services,
regardless of the airline you fly.


Q. Can I book Disney's Magical Express Service for transportation to my Resort hotel upon my arrival
at the Orlando International Airport?

A. No. In order to utilize Disney's Magical Express Service, you must make a reservation for the service prior to
your arrival.


Q. Can I book Disney's Magical Express Service for transportation from my Resort hotel to the
Orlando International Airport while at my Resort hotel?

A. Yes. Contact your Resort hotel Front Desk for assistance.


Q. Can I book a "luggage-only" transfer?

A. No. To utilize Disney's Magical Express Service, you must participate in both the motor coach transportation
and the luggage transfer services.


Q. Are car seats allowed on the motor coaches?

A. No. Car seats are not permitted on the motor coaches; they must be stowed underneath the motor coach.
Children can either sit on an adult's lap or occupy a seat by themselves.


Q. How long is the travel time from the Orlando International Airport to my Resort hotel?

A. The approximate travel time is 45-75 minutes. The motor coaches may make up to three (3) stops before
arriving at your Resort hotel.

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Q. What are the hours of operation and location of the Disney Welcome Center?

A. The Disney Welcome Center is in the Main Terminal Building of Orlando International Airport on the B side on
Level 1. The hours are 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., but we will be happy to extend those hours if you have booked
Disney's Magical Express Service and your flight is scheduled to arrive after 11:00 p.m.


Q. Will there be signs at Orlando International Airport directing me to the Disney Welcome Center?

A. No. There will be Disney representatives located on Level 2 (Baggage Claim) on both the A and B sides of
Orlando International Airport if you need directions to the Disney Welcome Center.


Q. As an international traveler, do I have to claim my luggage?

A. If the Orlando International Airport is your first point of entry into the United States, you will follow the U.S.
Customs & Border Protection process and claim your luggage upon disembarking the airplane. Once you have
completed this process, you will give your luggage back to the airport officials and proceed to the Disney
Welcome Center located in the Main Terminal Building on the B side on Level 1. Your luggage will be transferred
to the Baggage Claim area, where Disney will collect it. If you have already completed the U.S. Customs & Border
Protection process in another U.S. city, you will proceed directly to the Disney Welcome Center; Disney will claim
your luggage.


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Q. When will my luggage be delivered to my room at my Resort hotel?

A. It may take up to three (3) hours after you check in to your Resort hotel for your luggage to be delivered to
your room. You do not need to be in your room to receive your luggage. Please pack any valuables, medications
or anything you need immediately upon your arrival in Orlando in a carry-on bag.


Q. On my day of departure, how will I know what time a motor coach will pick me up at my Resort hotel
to return to Orlando International Airport?

A. The day before you check out, you will receive a Transportation Notice advising you of your motor coach
pick-up time and giving you other general information. Your motor coach pick-up time will be approximately three
(3) hours prior to your flight departure time from Orlando International Airport. International travelers will be
picked up four (4) hours prior to flight departure time. You are responsible for bringing your luggage to the motor
coach pick-up location.


Q. Will the motor coaches accommodate wheelchairs?

A. Yes. However, please indicate at the time of your booking that you will be traveling with a wheelchair.


Q. Will Disney's Magical Express Service provide wheelchairs at Orlando International Airport upon
arrival?

A. No. If you need wheelchair assistance upon arrival at Orlando International Airport, you will need to arrange
this directly with your airline.


Q. Can I travel with a service animal and use Disney's Magical Express Service?

A. Yes. Service animals are permitted to travel on the motor coach with their owner; unfortunately, no other pets
are permitted to travel on the motor coach. If you wish to travel with a pet, you will need to make other
transportation arrangements.

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Resort Airline Check-In Questions:

Q. What is Resort Airline Check-In service?

A. Resort Airline Check-In Service is a benefit offered to you if you are staying at a select Walt Disney World®
Resort hotel and departing on participating airlines from Orlando International Airport. You can check your
luggage and receive your airline boarding pass right at your Resort hotel and you will not need to check in at
Orlando International Airport. At this time, the service is only available if you are flying domestically on the
following airlines:

Alaska Airlines
American Airlines
Continental
Delta Air Lines
JetBlue
Northwest
United/Ted
AirTran


Q. How does Resort Airline Check-In Service work?

A. You must check in at the Resort Airline Check-In Desk located in the lobby of select Walt Disney World®
Resort hotels up to 12 hours prior to your flight departure time (but no less than three hours prior) during
operating hours. A valid government issued photo ID and Key to the World Card (your hotel room key) are
required to participate.


Q. Which Walt Disney World® Resort hotels offer Resort Airline Check-In Service?

A. Resort Airline Check-In Service is offered at select Walt Disney World® Resort hotels. Resort Airline Check-In
Service is also not available at Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort or Disney's Vero Beach Resort.


Q. What are the hours of operation for Resort Airline Check-In Service?

A. Resort Airline Check-In Service operates seven days a week, from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. If you cannot
check-in during these operating hours, you will need to check in directly with your airline upon arrival at Orlando
International Airport.

Q. Do I have to use Disney's Magical Express Service to participate in the Resort Airline Check-In
Service?

A. No. The Resort Airline Check-In Service is available to guests staying at select Walt Disney World® Resort
hotels who are flying domestically on participating airlines departing from Orlando International Airport. You may
take any transportation from your Resort hotel to Orlando International Airport.

Q. If I am departing for an international destination, can I use Resort Airline Check-In Service?

A. No. At this time, the service is only available if you are flying domestically (including Puerto Rico). If you are
flying internationally, you will need to check in directly with your airline at Orlando International Airport.


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*Buses to Universal Studios Florida and Sea World are provided by Mears. Reservations for Mears
services must be made in advance by callilng Mears directly at: 800-759-5219. Or you can use the great
transportation services of Quicksilver Tours & Transporation.
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