Glen Kessler’s Genie Plus Strategy And Tips

On episode 468 of the podcast, Glen Kessler gave some great tips on getting the most out of Genie Plus.

Link to Episode 468

Here’s my notes:

  • Set alarms during the day on your phone
    • 5 minutes before you need to make a choice in Genie Plus
  • Be aware of wifi speed vs. data – Speed test apps on phone
    • Get the best speed possible
    • Lots of people on Disney property will be using Disney wifi; data may be better
    • If your off property, wifi may be better speeds
  • Tip Board and MyDay – Set your party way ahead at 6am on myDisney app
  • Stack your Tip Board – One or maybe two rides to start
    • Don’t pay attention to what the app suggests
    • Pick the hardest and favorite ride including if your buying individual lightning lane
    • Virtual queue like Guardians of Galaxy at this time
    • Milliseconds matter – Go for your favorite first!
  • Individual payed lighting lines fill up in like 5 minutes
  • You want later in the day for your Genie Plus reservations(Like 4pm)
  • Example day – 8:30 Epcot opening
    • Had Guardians lightning lane 8:20am and Remy for morning
    • At rope drop in Epcot, booked 8:30am Peter Pan for 4:30, 10am for Jungle Cruise 6pm, 12pm Splash for 5:20pm, 2pm booked Big Thunder for 4pm
  • You can park hop with this strategy; Hopping has to be after 2pm
  • Make sure you set your alarm for every 2 hours(5 minutes before) so you book quickly your Genie reservations
  • Look at the tip board at 5 minutes before you book
  • The closer to stay to this schedule, the quicker you’ll get your choices throughout the day
  • Seconds matter throughout the day; Your two hour wait for your next choice is cumulative

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