Lesson 1
Overview
An introduction to your Disney program, the resort layout, and what to expect over the next 13 lessons.
Covers: Park lands and layout · Resort hotels · Shopping and dining districts
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Sample Journey
After becoming a Wayfinder, expect to receive a wayfinding journey similar to the one shown here. Each lesson builds on the last, guiding you from the basics to park-day strategy.
what you'll learn
All thirteen lessons
Lesson 2
Disney Vocabulary
Master Disney vocabulary: All the tools to speak fluent Disney.
Covers: Disney terminology · Acronyms like ADR, LL, VQ and MDE · Dining types · Queue types
Lesson 3
The Apps
A hands-on tutorial for the Disneyland App or My Disney Experience, your most important tool in the parks.
Covers: Map and filters · Guest services in the app · Dining and search · PhotoPass lenses
Lesson 4
Reservations, Tickets, and Queues
Understand ticket types, Park Hopper options, and the different queue systems you'll encounter.
Covers: Ticket types and Park Hopper · Park reservations · Standby, Lightning Lane and virtual queues · Rider Switch, Single Rider and DAS
Lesson 5
Disney Dining
An overview of Disney's dining landscape: from table service to quick service and everything in between.
Covers: Table service and quick service · Character and signature dining · Buffets and lounges · Reservation booking windows
Lesson 6
Disney Dining II
How and when to make dining reservations, including tips for the hardest-to-book restaurants.
Covers: Quick service and snack carts · Mobile ordering · Dining plans · Seasonal and festival menus
Lesson 7
Enchanting Extras
Learn about Disney's Enchanting Extras.
Covers: Premium experiences and makeovers · Guided tours · Dining packages · Free and low cost extras
Lesson 8
PhotoPass
An overview of Disney's PhotoPass and guide to capturing Magic Moments.
Covers: PhotoPass photographers · Magic Shots · Memory Maker · In-app photo tools
Lesson 9
Rides & Attractions
All about the different rides, attractions, and entertainment around the Disney resorts.
Covers: Dark, family and thrill rides · Shows and entertainment · Reading wait times · Building your Pixie Picks list
Lesson 10
Transportation
Getting around the resort: Monorail, Skyliner, trams, boats, and the walkable paths between parks
Covers: Buses, monorail, boats and skyliner · Walking paths between parks · Stroller strategy · Bag check and security
Lesson 11
Lightning Lane & Disney Genie
Master Lightning Lane Multi Pass, Single Pass, and the free Genie tip board
Covers: The free tip board · Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Single Pass · Premier Pass · Booking timelines and park differences
Lesson 12
Park Day Basics
Full-day planning from rope drop to fireworks, including the all-important midday break.
Covers: Rope drop · Planning a midday break · Evening and nighttime entertainment · Rain and heat plans
Lesson 13
Final Countdown
You're almost there! Final packing list, last app checks, and everything you need for an amazing trip.
Covers: Final checklist · Pin trading · Packing reminders · FuelRod charger rentals · Last app check before you go
As you progress through your wayfinding journey, the previous lessons' links will stay active until the week after your Disney Vacation, so you can refer back to the information at any time.
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