The Countdown Starts Now. Walt Disney World 2027 Bookings Are Open. ✨

April 16, 2026 by Lisa Giombetti

There’s a feeling that every Disney traveler discovers for the first time.

It happens the moment you lock in your dates. Suddenly, there’s something on the calendar, something magical, and just like that, the excitement is already real. The countdown has begun.

That feeling? You can have it right now.

Walt Disney World 2027 bookings are officially open through October 31, 2027, and this is your invitation to start dreaming.

The Dining Plans Are Back (All Three of Them)

There’s something deeply reassuring about knowing your meals are part of the plan before you ever step foot in the parks. For 2027, Disney is bringing back all three dining plan tiers:

  • The Disney Quick-Service Dining Plan
  • The Disney Dining Plan
  • And returning after some time away, the Disney Deluxe Dining Plan!

Whether your family thrives on grab-and-go meals between rides or you live for those long, leisurely table-service dinners, there’s a plan designed to match the way you actually vacation. We’ll help you figure out which one makes the most sense for your trip.

A Water Park Welcome on Arrival Day

Returning for summer 2027: complimentary water park admission on your resort check-in day.

Think about what that means for the rhythm of your trip. You arrive, you drop your bags, and instead of counting down the hours until tomorrow’s park opening, you’re already in it. Slides, lazy rivers, sunshine. Your vacation doesn’t start when you walk through the park gates. It starts the moment you get there.

(Exact summer dates will be announced, and we’ll be watching for them.)

Why Booking Now for 2027 Makes More Sense Than You’d Think

We know what you might be thinking. 2027 feels so far away. Do I really need to think about this now?

Here’s the honest answer: the families who book early aren’t doing it because they have to. They’re doing it because they want to, and because they know something the last-minute planners often find out the hard way.

The best resorts go first. The most sought-after travel dates fill in. And the experience of planning gradually, without the pressure of a trip right around the corner, is genuinely one of the most enjoyable parts of a Disney vacation.

Booking now means:

  • First pick of resorts, including the ones that tend to disappear quickly
  • More flexibility across dates, room categories, and experiences
  • A relaxed planning timeline where nothing feels rushed
  • Proactive savings monitoring so that as Disney releases new promotions, we watch your reservation and apply eligible discounts automatically

There’s no pressure to have it all figured out. That’s exactly what we’re here for.

How the Planning Actually Works

One of the most common things we hear from first-time clients is some version of: “I didn’t realize how easy this could be.”

Because here’s the truth: you don’t need to have it all figured out before you reach out. You just need a spark of excitement and a general sense of when you’d like to go.

From there, we handle it together:

We start by securing your resort and dates, your foundation. Then, over time, we layer in the rest. Dining reservations. Park strategies. Special experiences. The things that transform a good trip into one your family talks about for years.

Nothing is rushed. Nothing is overwhelming. It’s just thoughtful planning, done at a pace that feels right for you.

What It Means to Plan with Be Our Guest Vacations

We started this agency because we believe that how you plan a Disney vacation matters just as much as the vacation itself.

When you work with a BOGV travel professional, here’s what you can expect:

  • Planning that’s truly personalized. Your trip is designed around your family, your travel style, your priorities, the moments that matter most to you.
  • Expertise you can lean on. We stay current on everything Disney so you don’t have to. When questions come up (and they will), you’ll have a knowledgeable professional in your corner.
  • Someone watching out for your savings. When new promotions are released, your Be Our Guest Vacations travel professional keeps a close eye on them and applies any eligible savings to your reservation right away, adding an extra touch of magic along the way.
  • Support from the first idea to the final park day. We’re with you through the whole journey, not just the booking.
  • And it won’t cost you a thing. Our planning services are completely complimentary. Every bit of that support, at no additional cost to you.

Your 2027 Story Is Waiting ✨

Somewhere in the not-so-distant future, you’ll be standing on Main Street, U.S.A. as the music swells and the castle comes into view. You’ll feel that particular kind of happiness, the one that’s hard to describe but instantly familiar to anyone who’s experienced it.

That trip starts here. With a conversation, a little excitement, and a date on the calendar to look forward to.

If 2027 is your year, now is the perfect time to begin.

Reach out to Be Our Guest Vacations today and let’s start building something magical together. ✨