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Question The Disney Shopping Card is limited to Disney owned and operated merchandise locations. I am arriving July 23 for a 7 day stay at Animal Kingdom Lodge. If I purchase one for $1000 would there be enough places to use it. 3 adults and 2 children.

- Asked by John on 5/24/2013
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Answer Hi John! Disney Gift Cards are a great way to go cashless while on vacation.  Here are some details about where you can spend your Disney Gift Cards.   There are just a handful of places that won't accept Disney Gift Cards, so I... read more


Question Thank you for all the answers thus far! As a way to set aside "money" for our upcoming trip in September, I have been purchasing Disney Gift Cards every week when I grocery shop. Are the cards accepted everywhere on property, or am I being sill

- Asked by Linda on 5/9/2013
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Answer Hi, Linda! Welcome to the Disney Parks Moms Panel and thanks for your great question! I have good news for you. Yes, you can use Disney Gift Cards on property at Walt Disney World, including the shops and restaurants in the theme parks, Downtown... read more


Question I was wondering if I buy a re-loadable gift card and put $25 on it initially, can I then add $$ to it as time passes up until our trip in October? If so, can this be done online or over the phone as I am not close to any Disney stores or theme parks?

- Asked by Jessica on 5/17/2013
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Answer Hello, Jessica!  Welcome to the Moms Panel! I am very happy to hear about your upcoming Walt Disney World visit.  The sights and sounds during this time of year are simply SPOOKtacular.  You are going to love the fall decorations.... read more


Question Hi! Seeking clarification, please - have seen varying responses. Wondering if Disney GC's can be directly applied to Key to the World card at check-in or only used to pay for CC charges upon check-out? We will have several $25 and $50 to use. Thanks :)

- Asked by Brooke on 4/22/2013
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Answer Brooke, I have done this myself for 3 years in a row, so I am very confident in this answer. Yes, you can apply your gift cards to your resort account (and thus to your Key to the World cards indirectly) when you check in. The variance in... read more


Question Hi, I am planning a vacation for October this year. I am wondering can I use a disney gift card for check in at the hotel instead of a credit card?

- Asked by Merissa from CA on 4/20/2013
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Answer Hi Nerissa, You can most certainly pay for your Disney Resort stay with a Disney gift card but you will need to use a credit card as well. The credit card ensures that if any problems arise during your stay, there will be a way for you to pay any... read more

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