In this illustrative example, simply getting in standby lines is driving, booking a flight on Southwest is using Genie+ in a straightforward way, and the three levels of advanced Genie+ strategy that we cover is flying the plane yourself. That’s going to be a bit more challenging, but offers more flexibility and freedom. That’s hopefully pretty easy for most of you, and offers a simple solution that is more efficient than driving. If you’re looking to get from point A to B, one option is booking a flight on Southwest. The goal here is to take things to the next level with more advanced hacks and strategy. The goal with that FAQ and guide is to address the basics of Genie+ and Lightning Lanes. That answers all of the most common ones we’ve been receiving from readers. The Genie system is confusing and convoluted, so you might have a question or 17. That covers the need-to-know essential info about this paid FastPass+ replacement. In other words, these are not the basics.įor foundational knowledge, see our Guide to Genie+ at Walt Disney World & Lightning Lane FAQ. With that said, all parts of the Triforce are graduate level and beyond what 95% of guests will do or even need.

We highly recommend reading those two separate posts in addition to this one. Without question, the 120 minute rule and stacking are the two most important things to know about the Genie+ system, with this being a distant third. See How the Genie+ 120 Minute Rule Worksand Tips for “Stacking” Genie+ Ride Reservations, which explains how to leverage the 120 minute rule in tandem with “last actions.” Getting the earliest possible return time for your first Lightning Lane selection is good for obvious reasons, but it’ll also lay the foundation for more successful stacking–the essence of the Genie+ Triforce.Īll of this might be confusing or intimidating at first, but it’s worth mastering as it will improve your day tremendously.

(It’s more accurately the first in practice, as you’ll do this before anything else.) The other parts are Courage and Wisdom the 120 minute rule and stacking. This is the final component of the Triforce of advanced-level Genie+ strategy. This post explains how you can use speed to your advantage when making your first selection of the day. This means Lightning Lane ride reservation times will go faster, and you might even get shut out of the highest profile attractions, like Slinky Dog Dash. If you’re visiting Walt Disney World during peak season when attendance and crowds are higher, you’re going to face more “competition” for popular rides with the new Genie+ service.

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