Tiered/surge park pricing coming soon

[lugnut33]

And here it comes for regular park tickets.
http://www.wsj.com/articles/disney-parks-consider-higher-prices-during-busy-times-1443960001

For the first time in the 60 years since Disneyland opened, Walt Disney Co. is considering switching to demand-based pricing at its domestic parks, where tickets would cost less or provide added benefits on slower days and cost extra or come with more restrictions on dates when there tend to be too many people.

BTW, if a mod wants to merge this with the other thread on the same subject that would be appreciated. I didn't see the other thread at the time I posted this. Sorry

 

[erionm]

Already a thread on this: Demand pricing. WSJ article any thoughts

 

[AquaDame]

Calling it now - in this thread will be sad folk who are priced out and alongside will be more people saying good for them, can't wait for less crowds. >_<

 

[siskaren]

Your thread title is misleading. It makes it sound like tiered pricing is a done deal, when in fact the article you linked says it's being considered.

 

[Jennasis]

We don't go during summer, or holidays (Christmas/Easter/Spring Break) but I feel bad for those who would only be able to go during the pricier months and even worse for those for whom this would be the nail in the coffin.

 

[mom4fun]

They already charge more during holidays. Resort prices are higher with less discounts, restaurant buffets are higher during certain weeks. Many of the state's have made it illegal to pull your kids out of school so it's not going to change the crowds during those busy times.

 

[JOE DELL]

I really don't think there is a off season time anymore, look at September, you got busy then holiday busy and I see just as many kids on non school days as on school days so I don't think that is as big a factor as people think.

 

[maxiesmom]

Your thread title is misleading. It makes it sound like tiered pricing is a done deal, when in fact the article you linked says it's being considered.

I'm guessing it wouldn't have the impact the OP wanted if they didn't phrase it like it was a done deal.

 

[nilla]

Calling it now - in this thread will be sad folk who are priced out and alongside will be more people saying good for them, can't wait for less crowds. >_<

If it means "less crowds", Disney won't do it. The idea would be to make the most money they can off the existing crowd levels.

 

[Glenn]

This was reported on WGN Tv today noon business report. Will it happen? Im sure it will. My guess is that they wont really give any price reductions to parks during slow times. Maybe a few perks like an extra fast pass or 2. They they will really jack up prices during all holidays from Christmas down to Columbus day.
Going to Disney never has been cheap but the value was there. Youd go say it was expensive but also say how worth it. Now for the first timers at work I hear them more often saying how expensive it was & thats it or adding not worth it. Eventually this kind of response & economic turmoil happening is South America will add up to bite them you know where.

 

[ols386]

I really don't think there is a off season time anymore, look at September, you got busy then holiday busy and I see just as many kids on non school days as on school days so I don't think that is as big a factor as people think.

January used to be a time when crowds weren't too bad. Not anymore.

 

[JOE DELL]

January used to be a time when crowds weren't too bad. Not anymore.

Exactly

 

[TwinPrincessMermaids]

January will NOT be a slow time! BUT I AM EXCITED!
http://www.insidethemagic.net/2015/...ing-off-in-january-2016-at-walt-disney-world/

 

[JOE DELL]

January will NOT be a slow time! BUT I AM EXCITED!
http://www.insidethemagic.net/2015/...ing-off-in-january-2016-at-walt-disney-world/

I saw that!! We'll be there

 

[TwinPrincessMermaids]

I saw that!! We'll be there

I'll see ya then!

 

[Dominion]

I find it hard to believe that they are going to lower existing prices at slower times...more likely they are just going to raise prices for busier times!

 

[JimmyV]

Your thread title is misleading. It makes it sound like tiered pricing is a done deal, when in fact the article you linked says it's being considered.

It's hard to imagine that Disney would let this leak if it weren't already a done deal.

 

[JOE DELL]

I find it hard to believe that they are going to lower existing prices at slower times...more likely they are just going to raise prices for busier times!

Exactly, this is becoming a very expensive Hobby!! I thought racing was bad hahahaha.

 

[BMWTeamLeader]

Our next trip is not until 2021 on purpose - Mainly for Star Wars at the Studios...At the rate prices are going I forsee a "Studios" Vacation split between DHS and Universal/IOA with resort prices being the deal breaker where we stay and where we shuttle to...

 

[L&ADisneyversay]

Since we can only go in the "off season" I'm curious what we will be paying under this pricing system