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Heads up for anyone planning a Disney World trip in 2025: some beloved perks are making a comeback, and there are new surprises as well.
Whether you're staying at a Disney resort or flying Southwest, these returning perks might make your trip smoother and a bit less pricey. From free water park access to a potentially game-changing luggage service, here’s what you need to know.
Starting in 2025, guests at Disney World resort hotels will enjoy free water park access on their check-in day. Dive into Typhoon Lagoon or Blizzard Beach the moment you arrive—no extra charges!
Excitingly, both water parks will run simultaneously from May 21st to September 7th, 2025, a first since 2019.
Early Theme Park Entry still lets resort guests in 30 minutes early. For Magic Kingdom, though, you can now enter ride lines even if the rides aren't open during this window. You'll be first on rides like TRON Lightcycle / Run as soon as they start.
Value Resort guests flying Southwest can try Disney’s new Airport Luggage Transfer service. Simply check in your bags at the hotel for a hassle-free trip home.
Important info: Available only for Disney Value Resort guests flying Southwest, and you still need to handle your luggage to the hotel from the airport.
From May 27 to September 1, Magic Kingdom and EPCOT will feature kid-focused zones with character meet-and-greets, activities, and play areas. Magic Kingdom's zones will have appearances from favorites like Stitch, while EPCOT will host Goofy's game party in an air-conditioned space—perfect for that summer heat.
If this has you excited, share your thoughts! Are you planning a Disney trip in 2025? Let us know below!

Whether you're staying at a Disney resort or flying Southwest, these returning perks might make your trip smoother and a bit less pricey. From free water park access to a potentially game-changing luggage service, here’s what you need to know.
Free Water Park Admission on Arrival
Starting in 2025, guests at Disney World resort hotels will enjoy free water park access on their check-in day. Dive into Typhoon Lagoon or Blizzard Beach the moment you arrive—no extra charges!

Excitingly, both water parks will run simultaneously from May 21st to September 7th, 2025, a first since 2019.
Enhanced Early Theme Park Entry

Early Theme Park Entry still lets resort guests in 30 minutes early. For Magic Kingdom, though, you can now enter ride lines even if the rides aren't open during this window. You'll be first on rides like TRON Lightcycle / Run as soon as they start.
New Luggage Service for Value Resort Guests
Value Resort guests flying Southwest can try Disney’s new Airport Luggage Transfer service. Simply check in your bags at the hotel for a hassle-free trip home.

Important info: Available only for Disney Value Resort guests flying Southwest, and you still need to handle your luggage to the hotel from the airport.
Limited-Time Kid Zones This Summer
From May 27 to September 1, Magic Kingdom and EPCOT will feature kid-focused zones with character meet-and-greets, activities, and play areas. Magic Kingdom's zones will have appearances from favorites like Stitch, while EPCOT will host Goofy's game party in an air-conditioned space—perfect for that summer heat.

If this has you excited, share your thoughts! Are you planning a Disney trip in 2025? Let us know below!