HOW TO PLAN A DISNEY VACATION IN 2023 | Disney World Vacation Planning | Planning a Disney Trip

[@BekahHart]

Check out my updated 2024 planning guide! --> kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGqtaoF3aZtgfKs

[@obsesstivereader21]

When you mention OFF Disney Property, what about Hotels, Motels, & Other Places to stay, what about Hotels, Motels, & Other Places to stay that are NEAR Walt Disney World?

[@Alexisdanielleoliva]

I used your budget template and made like a dream kind of trip and then one that was a tight budget. From there we were able to save and budget all year to aim for that dream trip and IT WORKED!

[@BekahHart]

That’s amazing! It really does work for any style trip 👌🏼

[@derrickandalese]

We always go in February at allegedly the slowest week of the year per our Disney reservations person we've booked with for yours. BTW, you can no longer email your reservation person or leave them a voice mail which is a PITA but that's another topic. In Feb of 2022 it was absolutely packed with 90min + wait times on week days. We take advantage of all the Genie stuff but still, the number of guests was ridiculous. I no longer think there's a "slower time" to go.

[@MissLauraSquared]

@@derrickandalese My husband and I went during Spring Break (last week of March) 2022 and my parents and I went the third week of January 2023 and January was just as busy, if not more, than Spring Break the previous year. There were no special events (I.e. RunDisney) in January when we went. You’re right, there’s no slow time to go to Disney anymore.

[@kaylaandmarkalan]

LOVED THIS. What you said about anytime being a good time to go to Disney, is so important! Obviously there’s better times for sure, but there’s just really not a “low crowd” time anymore. And thank you for talking about the rental car for off property hotels…a lot of people forget to budget for that.

[@elevatehigher222]

We are planning a trip as a dream trip so I can stay focused. This was helpful.

[@marianneharris6961]

This video was extremely helpful! We are planning our first family Disney trip! Thank you so much!!

[@jessatotalmess8106]

I'm hypothetically planning a trip. Really just want to know what I need to know/do so I can make that trip a reality

[@Alexisdanielleoliva]

I bought your budget template a few months back and I SWEAR BY IT!!!!!!! It was a huge game changer this trip.

[@BekahHart]

Yay!!! Love it! I’m so glad 😍

[@Mrs.TJ516]

Thank you taking my 4 year old son back in July 💙💙💙💙💙

[@mainstreetwithmargy]

I love the emphasis that whenever you go, you will have a great vacation. Such a good reminder ❤

[@BekahHart]

It’s so true! ❤️

[@MissLauraSquared]

23:58 Something else to keep in mind is if you’re staying on Disney property, but are doing a split stay. You can only book ADRs for your first resort hotel and then have to restart the 60 days out for the second resort hotel for the latter part of your stay with the second resort. So, if you’re staying at one resort for 3 nights and then change to another resort for another 3 nights, you can only book up to 63 days out for your first three days of your first reservation and then you have to book the latter ADRs of your trip with the second stay at the second resort starting at a 60-day out mark.

[@karen-glennrichardson295]

Very informative. I'd like your thoughts on the Disney Good Neighbor Hotels. Most offer transportation to the parks, but I'd love your thoughts on how well that works and what the pitfalls might be. Thank you!

[@tonyagriffin3995]

This was such a good video especially for first timers or folks who have not been in a while. Lots of good gems! Thank you.

[@BekahHart]

Thanks Tonya! ☺️

[@Chuckerson100]

This is a great informative video, helped a lot for my upcoming Disney trip. Thanks

[@jeremiahkunze3282]

I've been their during New years Eve also and yea its a totally different situation. Would probably not go back during that time but I still had fun

[@BekahHart]

YES. It's a very different experience for sure. I much prefer early December :)

[@leslieargueta5328]

Thank you for this video. Very helpful for a first timer. ❤

[@mq4702]

Bekah, thanks for these vids you do. You really helped my wife and I this passed October for our vacation. We were able to do almost everything we wanted to do and we also were able to save a considerable amount of money. Thanks! You're one of our favorite Disney KZbinrs.

[@BekahHart]

Thank you so much Michael! That’s amazing to hear. I love that I’m able to help! 🙌🏼

[@MB99787]

Glad to hear you had a great trip, if you don’t mind me asking how was the weather? I am planning a October trip as well.

[@roofingvermont]

Thank you for this video! This will be our 1st time going to Disney! My boys are all teenagers now so they’re a lot older than how old I wanted them to be but I’m thankful I am able to at least take them before they are out of the house. This helped me a lot because I had no idea where to start!! 🙏🙏

[@BekahHart]

I’m so glad!! Happy to help ☺️

[@ressabarrett6991]

This should have more likes❤️💕😎🎉

[@ambyrclark3345]

First of all love the sweatshirt you have on and secondly the budget template is an amazing tool to use 🎉

[@BekahHart]

Thank you! 😍 And yay! I’m so glad you love the template!

[@briannabean1535]

I loved what you said about going no matter what! We are going in June but everyone keeps saying that’s a bad time to go, but you made me feel so much better ❤️ where did you get the sweatshirt you are wearing? I NEED it!!

[@ClaraRobinson-v9g]

Thank you so much!!

[@BekahHart]

What questions do you have about planning your Disney trip? I would love to help! ❤️

[@Douglas-1994]

do you still use David's DVC rentals?

[@BekahHart]

Yes!

[@karenbain9209]

How do you pick your days for each park when the park hours aren't published for the month that you want to visit?

[@BekahHart]

@@karenbain9209 sometimes it comes down to choosing at random, and then when you have park hours, party days, dining reservations, ect. you can always switch your days around if need be ☺️

[@SylviaSengdara]

Hi Bekah! We are staying 7 days, does that mean I can book a dining reservation (CRT) 67 days in advance? Does that also apply to Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique?

[@obsesstivereader21]

So far, staying Off Disney Property is cheaper than staying On Disney Property. I love that!

[@Natlovesgiggles1]

This was SUCH A HUGE HELP

[@BekahHart]

I’m so glad! 🥳

[@bxlegenddeemoney6056]

Excellent video and thank you for this

[@BekahHart]

Absolutely! ☺️

[@lauradenison4079]

Also the mouse dining , I learned from you last year!!!!!!! One note their is a free version too and I have had luck with that , I think the paid version sends you a text and the free version is just email.

[@BekahHart]

I’ve had luck with their free version too! HUGE life saver! 🙌🏼 I finally upgraded to the text alerts not too long ago, and I’m so glad I did 🤪

[@melissabonamicipagliaro1372]

Thank you so much! This is very helpful! 😊 you’ve gotten me excited to start planning our next Disney trip!

[@BekahHart]

Yay! I’m so glad! ✨

[@kristenkindler]

I can’t wait to snag your template! Heading there now! Thank you for creating this resource!

[@BekahHart]

Yay!! So excited for you to try it out! ☺️

[@Alexisdanielleoliva]

100% I always make daily itineraries and plan what ADRs I’m going to make at 60 days.

[@BekahHart]

YES 🙌🏼 It’s a must at that 60 day window.

[@bradytwins6174]

Thanks Bekah, you’re an informative sweetheart. Love your videos. We’re planning from Melbourne, Australia, so we’re trying to get it right the first time, as it may be the only dw trip we can manage. Your videos are helpful. Thank you. 🎉

[@BekahHart]

Thank you so much! So glad I can help in the planning process ☺️

[@vanessabuchholz7953]

We are planning our first Disney Trip to Orlando for the end of January beginning of February in 2024. We’re still debating on going for one or making it a two week vacation. It will just be my husband and I with our 13 year old daughter. My question is how to map things out so far in advance? Would I have access to see Disney calendar and park hours for early next year? And if so would these be subject to change? 😅 I’m clueless how to map things out. We are wanting specific dining reservations at all four parks so I want to make sure I book everything accordingly 😅

[@ankitaahuja111]

Booked air tickets from Toronto for feb , we have only 5 full days to roam around. What’s must to cover in budget

[@prettylittleinvestor]

When you go in the park 30 mins early, do u recommend going on the closest ride first or going all the way to the farthest ride first? Or something in between?

[@phelix920]

Great job on the video. Loved your energy 👏🏾👍🏾💐

[@BekahHart]

Thank you so much! ☺️

[@melisaaponte447]

Thank you!! How are the water parks early March??

[@BekahHart]

It depends! Early March can be in the 80s, or it can be in the 50s 🤪

[@janissapn1042]

Great video so helpful! would you suggest not going at the end of July? :(

[@BekahHart]

July is HOT, but it’s not a bad time to go by any means! As long as you’re prepared for the heat, you’ll be good 👍🏼

[@janissapn1042]

@@BekahHart thank you for responding! also do you possibly know if there are any all inclusive resorts (food included in the price) in Orlando? :)

[@tylerabbott7108]

Can you explain by what you mean by if you’re off resort property you have to book dining day by day? On the app, it allows me to reserve a slot even though I’m not linked to a resort. I’m not trying to confirm and pay and then be in trouble later haha thanks. You said 60 days but then said be up every day of the trip so I was confused on this part

[@BekahHart]

It can be confusing 😆 When staying at a non-Disney hotel, you’re able to book dining 60 days in advance. So if you have a 5 day trip, you’ll need to book dining 60 days out from EACH day of your trip.

[@zooolieee]

How is the weather in october? Currently trying to book everything out for my 20th birthday so me and my family could go as this is our first time going. Does it rain alot in October? Im hoping you say now😭😭🤣

[@sweetstufff]

Thanks for informative video! How to we get Amazon to send for example, diapers, to our hotel (which isn't a Disney Resort)? Where does it get sent to? Front desk? How do we receive it? How do we ensure it gets delivered during our few days of stay? Sorry, I'm so confused how to use this. (Yes, I do have Amazon prime). Thanks!

[@GhettoTLD]

Can you add the park hopper option to a one-day ticket after you purchase it? 17:30

[@BekahHart]

Yes! You can upgrade your ticket at the park once you arrive 👍🏼

[@sarahramirez8011]

Thanks for the tips. I'm feeling overwhelmed. Do you know if you can haveWalmart delivery for groceries?

[@BekahHart]

You’ve got this! Yes, most delivery services will deliver to Disney resorts ☺️

[@LatoraJohnson19120]

Hi Bekah 👋🏾 new subscribers 😊 ✨️ ✨️

[@BekahHart]

Welcome! So glad you found my channel! ☺️

[@jeanettegantman]

I’m planning for my daughter’s golden birthday it’s in December 2025

[@alextirrellRI]

I'm going next month and when looking for hotels, I found there are a lot of hidden fees that can make an off-site hotel more expensive than Disney -- and potentially with more issues, particularly in Value class. Through Priceline, I got a better deal on a room at All-Star Sports than either promotion Disney is presently offering, and I get to be on property, not need a rental car, worry about extra fees, worry about roaches or a sketchy location (so many scary reviews of off-site hotels).

[@Saharmon]

How/when do you request a pack and play for the room?

[@BekahHart]

You can either call ahead on your check-in day to request one and have it already in your room, or you can call down to the front desk from your room, and have one sent up ☺️ It usually takes anywhere from 5-15 minutes 👌🏼

[@derrickandalese]

Can you explain this "create a budget" concept to my wife? Thanks.

[@BekahHart]

Hahaha I get it! I’m telling you, the budget template we created has been a game changer for me and my husband 🙌🏼

[@danaroy9228]

LOVE this sweatshirt! Where did you find it?!

[@BekahHart]

Thank you!!! It’s an old style from the parks, but I found mine on Poshmark!

[@gamer_friends333]

I mean if you can handle heat got at summer time no holidays no nothin

[@mandyarrachart1773]

What is your take on the parking cost? We will be staying off property and have a rental for two weeks of park tickets…

[@BekahHart]

Here’s my hot take 🤫 If you plan on spending the entire day at a park, I would pay to park. BUT if you plan on spending just a few hours in a park, I would make a dining reservation at, for example, the Contemporary, and then walk over to Magic Kingdom. Again, only if you plan on spending a small portion of the day in the park. But for a 2 week trip, you definitely need a way to cut down on parking costs, so I hope this tip helps! 😅

[@jesi_thomas]

Your sweatshirt😍

[@BekahHart]

It’s my fav! ❤️

[@christinegenevieve2472]

Hi Bekah! I'm looking at going to Disney World and am deciding between two weeks. Could you let me know which days, you think would be less crowded? March 27th-March 31st or May 29th-June 2nd. Have a wonderful day! (:

[@BekahHart]

Hey Christine! Both dates will most likely have moderate to heavy crowds. March is spring break, and the last weekend of May will have end of school crowds. I think either week will be great! ☺️

[@Heatherofscots]

I have what is probably a stupid question. If I am staying on property ,can I arrive early the day I am supposed to check in and get the early park entry? Basically, is early park entry valid for the day of check-in? How about the day of check-out? Thank you 🙂

[@BekahHart]

Yes! You have access to early entry on your check in AND check out day! :)

[@Heatherofscots]

@@BekahHart Awesome ! Thank you so much ❣️

[@SylviaSengdara]

Hi Bekah! We are staying 7 days, does that mean I can book a dining reservation (CRT) 67 days in advance? Does that also apply to Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique?

[@BekahHart]

Yes! You’ll be able to book dining 67 in advance 🙌🏼 That does exclude other experiences like BBB or dessert parties, the regular booking window will still apply for those.

[@richardbarrow7498]

So its me my wife and 8 yr old we have no idea how to begin. We're wanting to do 3 days magic kingdom animal kingdom and Hollywood studios. What's the best way to get tickets. We're wanting to stay off Disney as well

[@BekahHart]

You can purchase your tickets directly through the Disney website ☺️ Make sure to purchase in advance and make park reservations online. This will save you sooo much time when you show up on your first park day 🙌🏼

[@richardbarrow7498]

@@BekahHart will I need Genie + in mid September

[@sandeeknight2907]

Is the dining plans back?

[@BekahHart]

Not yet :(

[@stephaniefisher9407]

If I want to plan a trip which would be about 30 days out from now, would I basically be missing out on all restaurants because it’s too late for the 60 day dining reservation window? Or are the ones that book up so fast only the real fancy ones? I know each hotel has their own restaurant too. I’m used to Disneyland and I just show up to eat when hungry. Also, is the middle of March much more crowded than the middle of February? Thank you for the video.

[@BekahHart]

Not at all! Lots of reservations pop up in the weeks and days leading up to your trip. Especially the night before you’re looking for a reservation. Check out Mouse Dining for alerts for those hard to get ones ☺️

[@michelleparviainen2781]

I bought the budget but can’t figure it out on my phone. Anyone have advice?? I’m not tech savvy lol Also love your sweatshirt!!

[@BekahHart]

You’ll need to get the template set up on a laptop/desktop, and then you are free to edit on a mobile device. The instruction PDF should help ☺️

[@BekahHart]

And thank you so much! 🥰 I love it!

[@michelleparviainen2781]

Thank you!

[@maileeyang2930]

This is like a dumb question but Am I allowed to bring food and drink inside to Disney? Just for budgeting purposes, I wouldn’t be dining in Disney

[@BekahHart]

Yes! You can bring food and drinks in ☺️

[@VirginiaTombstoneRevival]

I am not a planner so my brain struggles with all of this. It's like pulling teeth, but I really want to take my 10 year old for Spring Break.

[@BekahHart]

I get it! Hopefully my videos can help simplify the process, and help break it down for you to make it a little less overwhelming ☺️

[@shinian4729]

Is Hollywood studios the same as universal studios?

[@BekahHart]

No ☺️ Universal is not a Disney park.

[@shinian4729]

So what is Universal Studios

[@drwells1990]

I didn’t even realize there was multiple parks…I thought it was just one big unit…😬

[@shannandfinn]

Where can I find the budget template?

[@BekahHart]

It is linked in the description box ☺️

[@Julie_michelle360]

Where can I find the template?

[@BekahHart]

I have it linked in the description box ☺️

[@tonyb704]

Is $700 for 2 Park Days Realistic? Eating/Giftshop etc (One child 3yrs Old)

[@BekahHart]

Assuming there’s 2 adults, and that does not include tickets, you can really do park days on any budget! But $700 is way more than enough for food and souvenirs in my opinion ☺️

[@tonyb704]

@@BekahHart yesss park hopper Tickets already Bought and we’re staying on Disney Property so we will be using the Shuttles

[@DangerDave-e7u]

65 days out??

[@eliseg0001]

you can book for your entire stay 60 days out from your 1st day/check in day

[@rachelgillooly1919]

Pop Centuryearly March park hoppertrip

[@blakehorton6306]

Trying to take my gf in mid to late February next year. She turns 21 on the 19th so we really want to go the week after her birthday. I’ve been 3 times with my family. I was too young to remember the first time and then 2 times back in high school in 2017 and 2018 since my sister was in the college program there. My girlfriend has never been. Our 3 year anniversary will be in march next year and her birthday I already said so I want to take her in between those two. Currently have tucked back 600 bucks since the beginning of the year and the goal is to save enough by November to be able to plan the trip

[@commanderx2216]

Late feb a busy season