The My Disney Experience App is your bible and most helpful tool you can take with you into the parks!!
MDE-My Disney Experience, your “must” have for Disney planning!! You may be asking:
What is it? What does it do? It is the first step of your Disney vacation planning. Here is the link:https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/plan/
HERE ARE YOUR STEPS:
-Hit create account and you will need to enter email address (then confirm) and set up password (then confirm).
-Name and address so you will need to select 2 security questions.
-I recommend to receive updates and special offers (you can change at any time).
-Agree to terms and conditions
-Add everyone in your party including Name, date of birth, don’t forget to pick their avatar.
-Make sure to input your cell phone number and add credit card (this will be needed for a couple things)
1- Dining reservations
2- If on site resort reservation you will need for room reservation linked to your account
3- Can be used to purchase tickets and/or Memory Maker
4- If staying on site, used to charge to room any purchases you make and tracks your dining plan credits
WHAT IS ON YOUR MDE:
-You will have all this information in your MDE: (MUST BE LOGGED IN TO SEE)
*Disney dining reservations
*Disney Resort reservations, if applicable
*Information for your travel party (names, DOB)
*Memory Maker Information and access
*Ticket Information
*Fastpass reservations, can also be changed on phone
WHAT INFORMATION YOU CAN FIND:
-You want to have the MDE app on your phone. It has some very helpful in parks information you can use in parks like: (You do not need to be logged in to see this information)
*Wait times for rides
*Events
*Tours
*Spas
*Guest Services
*Hotels
*Nearest rest rooms (IMPORTANT for traveling with kids)
*Meet and greets for characters
*Directions around Disney World, if you are driving
*Maps of parks
*Park Hours
*Photopass photographer locations
*Recreation options
*Shops
*Attractions descriptions, including height restrictions
*Dining options and menus (including prices)
Make sure to take the time to learn how to use it and where the information is BEFORE you arrive at Disney. I recommend having an extra charger for your phone as well. Make sure NOT to delete any reservations or Fastpasses by accident-only do the changes. Being prepared will alleviate stress. Enjoy!!