So in this case, participating in early entry or rope drop can be a really good strategy for avoiding super long lines without having to buy Genie+. This allows guests to enter the park before the official opening and enjoy exclusive access to select attractions.īoth parks have rides that nearly always have a ridiculously long line over an hour, sometimes more than two hours.

It can be an exciting experience, especially if you’re an early bird, or absolutely dreadful, especially if you’ve been wanting to sleep in.īoth Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom offer early entry to guests of Disney resorts and select neighboring resorts. Rope Drop refers to the moment when the park officially opens to the public.

Early entry and rope drop experience Photo by Meg Frost, all rights reserved. As of right now, it does not have other forms of free transportation.īut perhaps it will in the future (I’m crossing my fingers for Skyliner access!). While the ferry boats can be slower than other forms of transportation, who doesn’t love a gentle scenic ride across the Seven Seas Lagoon?Īnimal Kingdom, on the other hand, relies on buses, which can be time-consuming and crowded at peak times. When it comes to transportation, Magic Kingdom definitely takes the lead with multiple forms of free transportation to and from resorts and other parks.ĭepending on where you’re starting from or going to, your options include buses, ferry boats, and the fan-favorite monorail.

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