How to Book a Disney Vacation Package with Special Vacation Financing

Whether you’re taking in the majesty of Sleeping Beauty Castle at the Disneyland® Resort or lounging beachside in the paradise that is Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai‘i, you can help make unforgettable Disney getaways possible with special vacation financing.¹ We’ve put together this guide to help Disney® Visa® Credit Cardmembers make dream vacations come true with this incredible perk.

How to activate special vacation financing

As a Cardmember, activating this perk is easy. When you use your Disney Visa Card to purchase a qualifying vacation package, special Disney vacation financing automatically kicks in.¹ You’ve got options to book, whether it’s through the Walt Disney Travel Company, online at Disney sites or through eligible travel agents. Accommodations and eligible theme park tickets must be booked during one interaction, and all package components must be charged to your Disney Visa Card before check-in.

What Disney vacation packages qualify

The options are plentiful when it comes to financing your Disney vacation. You can set sail for the high seas on Disney Cruise Line, explore the enchantment of Walt Disney World® Resort or the Disneyland® Resort, or seek adventure at a variety of other Disney destinations, some of which we’ve listed below.

The Disneyland® Resort Vacation Package for Cardmembers

Sprinkle a bit of pixie dust on your next visit to the Disneyland® Resort! The Cardmember vacation package comes with a stay of one night or more at a Disneyland® Resort Hotel (like the majestic Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel® & Spa) or a nearby Good Neighbor Hotel, plus Theme Park eTickets ranging from two to five days for each person on your reservation.² Cardmembers get exciting extras that include a Disney Rewards insulated cooler bag (while supplies last), a collectible pin and lanyard for each Guest over age 3, and Magical Extras Savings on entertainment, food and shopping in Downtown Disney® District.

Walt Disney World® Resort vacation packages

There’s more magic to explore when you take advantage of Walt Disney World® Resort financing.¹ Walt Disney World® Resort packages are defined as reservations that include a minimum one-night accommodation at a Disney Resort hotel (such as the refined Disney’s Riviera Resort or the nostalgic Disney’s Pop Century Resort), plus a Disney Theme Park Ticket which can provide admission to Walt Disney World® theme parks, Water Parks and more. There’s truly something for everyone in the whole family! During your getaway, you can meet some favorite Disney Characters, ride iconic attractions like Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, and even go in-depth with guided tours. Keep in mind, Cardmembers save 15% on the non-discounted price of select guided tours, like Disney’s Keys to the Kingdom Tour.³⁴

Disney Cruise Line vacation packages

If you’re wondering whether you can finance a Disney vacation at sea, the answer is aye, aye, matey! All Disney Cruise Line vacation packages qualify for special vacation financing.¹ This perk gives you a little extra help making your aquatic fantasies become reality, with options to add more enchantment with a pre-cruise or post-cruise hotel stay for extra time to explore near your port of arrival or departure. And if romance is your aim, you can raise the bar by celebrating your wedding, honeymoon or vow renewal on your cruise—all with the help of special vacation financing.

Aulani Resort vacation packages

Nestled on the beautiful shores of Ko Olina on O’ahu is Aulani Resort, a Disney destination where all vacation packages qualify for special vacation financing.¹ Vacation package components include booking a room reservation (one night minimum), plus one or more of the following components: Transportation (car rental or shuttle from the airport) or travel insurance. Special vacation financing is not applicable on room-only bookings. During your stay, you’ll be inspired by the natural wonders of Hawai‘i, whether relaxing on the beach or jetting off on excursions by catamaran, horseback and more. Your party can choose from standard rooms, suites or villas that feature the amenities of home. And plenty of exciting activities and entertainment are included with your stay, such as complimentary Character experiences, pool parties, movie nights and more.

Adventures by Disney®

For globetrotters, Adventures by Disney® offers a range of journeys all around the planet. And Cardmembers will be happy to know, all Adventures by Disney® vacations qualify for special vacation financing.¹ Imagine yourself on a safari with regal lions in South Africa, a river cruise through Europe with stops that feel straight out of an enchanted storybook, or a trek along the historic Great Wall and Forbidden City in China. It’s all possible, thanks to the help of Disney’s expert Adventure Guides.

New! National Geographic Expeditions

National Geographic Expeditions offers trips by Land, River, Sea or Air that give you unparalleled access to the world through the eyes of knowledgeable Experts. Almost any package to far-flung destinations all around the globe will now qualify for special vacation financing, an exciting new offering for Cardmembers.¹Whether you want to explore the ancient history of Egypt, traverse Switzerland by rail, learn about wildlife in the Galápagos Archipelago or cruise to Antarctica, you’ll be surrounded by natural wonders and in the hands of an expert team.

How to finance a Disney Vacation Club® Membership

If fairytale Disney getaways year after year would make your dreams come true, become a Disney Vacation Club® member. Joining allows your family to stay at Disney destinations for decades to come and save by locking in tomorrow’s vacations at today’s purchase price. Flexible options allow you to choose when, where and how often you get away, with properties by the parks like The Villas at Disneyland® Resort Hotel or Disney’s Riviera Resort, plus many more.

As a Cardmember, you can receive special vacation financing on the amount of the purchase of a real estate interest, including a Member Add On, in a Disney Vacation Club® Resort that is charged to your Disney Visa Card. (Offer is not valid for Disney Vacation Club® annual dues or loan payments. Developer financing is separate from the credit card offer and is not guaranteed.)⁵ It’s an incredible option for accessing unforgettable Disney destinations and an array of benefits, from savings on special events and festivals to member lounge access and more.

With so many options to use special vacation financing to help plan your next Disney getaway, it’s never too early to start dreaming. Find inspiration in the Theme Parks & Travel section of our blog so you can dive right in!