Now that you're about to embark on your dream come true, a trip to Disney World, ticket prices are likely to be near the top of your mind. Never fear, it's not as difficult to buy Disney World tickets as it may seem. And while there are very few discounts available, you can customize your Disney World theme park tickets to your personal vacation plans.

Disney offers the Magic Your Way plan for its Disney World ticket sales program, and it truly does allow you to participate in the magic that is Disney World in your own way. You are able to purchase exactly the number of days and options that you and your family will need.

When looking to purchase your Disney World resort tickets, among the things to consider are:

1. The number of days in your Disney World vacation plans;

2. Your family's need for Disney World Park Hopper tickets;

3. The availability of discounts on Disney World park tickets for your family.

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Stay as long as possible to save per day on Disney World tickets

The way Magic Your Way tickets have been structured by Disney World, Orlando ticket purchasers save more by hanging around Walt Disney World as many days as possible. While the per-day price for Disney World park tickets is quite high when you go for just a few days, it drops significantly once you stay 5 or more days.

I recommend: View the published prices for Magic Your Way passes on the Walt Disney World website. Mousesavers offers tips on how to get the most ticket value for your dollar.

Decide whether your vacation calls for Disney World hopper tickets

Many people choose Disney World hopper tickets when they plan their vacation to Disney World. When you add the Hopper option to your Magic Your Way base tickets, you can go to however many of the 4 Disney theme parks in one day as you desire. Some people, however, prefer to stay in the same park for an entire day and save the cost of this option.

I recommend: TouringPlans.com offers a variety of options for planning your Disney World vacation, both with and without Disney World Park Hopper tickets. AllEars.net offers some advice on how to decide what ticket options are right for your family.

Find available discounts on Disney World tickets

There are few discounts available on Walt Disney World tickets, but you may be lucky enough to qualify for one. When you reach Disney World, Florida ticket brokers are often found along the side of the road but can sometimes be a scam so use caution.

I recommend: AAA members can often purchase discount tickets in their home office. Online ticket brokers such as Undercover Tourist offer a slight discount off the gate price for Magic Your Way tickets. If you live close to Disney World, Florida Resident tickets are available on select days. Military members can purchase discount tickets on-base at the MWR office or through the military's Shades of Green resort.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  The official Disney rules state that Disney World tickets are non-transferable; therefore, if you purchase a partially used ticket and have trouble at the turnstiles, you will receive no sympathy from Disney cast members. Play it safe and purchase your Walt Disney World tickets from a reputable source.