Disney World Has Begun Removing Lightning Lane Signage From Character Meet-and-Greets
In case you haven’t heard, Disney World officially launched its new Lightning Lane system today!
The new paid system allows guests to purchase a Lightning Lane Multi Pass or a Lightning Lane Single Pass. The Multi Pass largely serves as a replacement for Genie+, allowing guests to book three Lightning Lanes at a time.
The Single Pass, meanwhile, will replace the previous Lighting Lane a la carte option.
The Lightning Lane System Does Not Include Meet and Greets
While the new Lightning Lane pass system should sound familiar to guests who understand Genie+, there are some differences. The biggest change is that guests will now be able to make their Lightning Lane selections in advance. Disney World resort guests can make their choices 7 days before they arrive, while other guests can book 3 days out.
Another difference, however, is the attractions that will be offered under the new Lightning Lane system. While Disney’s most popular rides will still be available to book, meet-and-greets will no longer be included.
Signage Removed at Princess Fairytale Hall
With the launch of the new Lighting Lane system, we are starting to see some changes to the queues for various meet-and-greets.
For example, Princess Fairytale Hall at Magic Kingdom has had all of its Lightning Lane signage removed.
Guests now only have the option of joining the standard queue.
Disability Access Service (DAS) users can still book Lightning Lanes for meet-and-greets, however.
With the end of Genie+ and the advent of Lightning Lane, we will likely see more meet-and-greets shed their Lightning Lane signage in the coming days.
While it remains to be seen how this change affects guests’ wait times, one thing is clear. Walt Disney World has entered a new era today.
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