The Joslin
Family Trip
A spook-tacular first family adventure for Freya, Tesyn, baby Odin & the whole crew at Disney's All-Star Music Resort
Before You Go
A few important things to take care of as your trip gets closer — you're almost there!
⚡ Lightning Lanes — don't miss this!
Lightning Lane lets you skip the regular lines on the popular rides. As resort guests, your booking window (7 days before arrival) is open now in the My Disney Experience app — so you can grab your Lightning Lane Multi Pass anytime! Book early for the best ride selection, and if you'd like me to help you choose or book, just reach out!
Lightning Lanes
Booking is open now. Grab a Multi Pass (several rides) and consider a Single Pass for the top-tier headliners.
Park Reservations
Your park days need a park reservation linked in the app for everyone. Let me know if you'd like me to confirm they're set.
Online Check-In
Complete Online Check-In in the app before you arrive for Direct-to-Room — skip the front desk and go straight to your suite!
Dining Plan
You've got the Dining Plan! See my picks below — let's use those Table-Service credits on a couple of great character meals!
Your Day-by-Day Plan
A suggested flow for your stay, built around your big Halloween party night.
🛬 Check-In
- AnytimeWater park day is FREE today!Included Your check-in day includes complimentary admission to Typhoon Lagoon or Blizzard Beach — a fun way to start without using a park-day ticket.
- After 3 PMSettle into your Family Suite at All-Star Music. Use Online Check-In so you head straight to your room.
- EveningFamily dinner at the resort — a relaxed first night to settle the little ones in.
🏰 Magic Kingdom + 🎃 Party
Party 7 PM – Midnight
- MorningMagic Kingdom day — use one of your 3-Day tickets, Early Entry, and hit the headliners while it's cool.
- 4:00 PMRoll right into the party!Tickets ✓ Since you're already in MK on a park ticket, you just stay as the party begins at 4 PM check-in. Conf #XFMD63111212
- 7 PM – 12 AMMickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! 🎃 Trick-or-treating, the Boo-to-You parade, special fireworks & rare characters in costume.
📖 Tap here for my full party guide — trick-or-treat trails, parade & show times, and must-dos to make the most of the night!
🎢 Your Choice of Park
A great day for EPCOT (Food & Wine Festival!) or Animal Kingdom (wonderful with little ones) — pick based on everyone's must-dos. You have one more park day after this.
- 8:30 AMEarly Theme Park EntryResort Perk — 30 min head start at any park.
- MiddayResort break — after a late party night, a midday nap/pool is well-earned, especially for the kids.
- EveningTable-Service dinner — a great night to use a Dining Plan credit on a character meal!
🌟 One More Park Day!
Your tickets are 3-Day and valid through Oct 19, so here's your third park day — a chance to revisit a favorite or see a park you missed.
- Option AAnimal Kingdom — a half-day park that's great with toddlers (safari, Pandora, characters).
- Option BReturn to a favorite — go back to whichever park the family loved most.
- Option CSplit the group — some adults ride the big stuff while others enjoy a slower day with Freya, Tesyn & Odin!
👋 Check-Out
- MorningOne last Disney breakfast — use any remaining Dining Plan credits before you go!
- By 11 AMCheck out. Bags can be stored if your flights are later so you're not rushed.
Dining Ideas for Your Crew
You've got the Dining Plan, so let's put those Table-Service credits to great use! Here are a few I'd recommend.
Chef Mickey's
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The Crystal Palace
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Tusker House
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Good to Know
The insider things that make a big difference — especially for a big group with three little ones.
Best Quick-Service Near You
Your Halloween Party Night
- Party tickets for the group on Fri Oct 16 (7 PM–midnight).
- Use a park ticket that day and roll into the party at 4 PM — no separate admission needed!
- Costumes welcome — guidelines apply for ages 14+.
- See my full party guide for trick-or-treat trails & show times!
Making the Most of Your Dining Plan
- Each guest gets 1 Table-Service + 1 Quick-Service + 1 snack per night.
- Use Table-Service credits on character meals for the best value.
- Mobile Order your Quick-Service meals to skip lines.
- Odin (under 3) eats free off your plates — no credits needed!
Traveling with Little Ones
- Rider Switch lets adults ride big rides without waiting twice — just ask a cast member.
- Baby Care Centers in every park have changing tables & quiet spaces.
- Grab "1st Visit" buttons free at Guest Relations — cast members make the kids feel extra special!
- Odin is free — no ticket needed, and the party's covered too.
Your Resort Perks
- Early Entry every day — 30 min head start at any park.
- Free water park day on check-in day (Oct 15).
- Dining Plan included — a great value for a big group!
- Note: All-Star Music is a Value resort, so no Extended Evening Hours — but Early Entry is yours every morning.
Kelsey's Top Tips
A few things to make your big family week run beautifully.
Lightning Lanes are the key thing to plan. Booking is open now — grab your Multi Pass early for the best ride selection, and let me know if you'd like help choosing.
Pace the party day. Friday is a big one — do MK in the morning, take a real afternoon break at the resort, then come back refreshed for the party at night.
Split up when it helps. With a big group and three littles, it's okay to divide and conquer — some ride the thrill rides while others enjoy a slower pace. Everyone gets their magic!
Use every Dining Plan credit. Table-Service on character meals, Quick-Service via Mobile Order, and don't forget your snack credits for treats around the parks!
I'm always here to help. Lightning Lanes, dining, the party, park days — reach out anytime with questions and I'll take care of it!
Magic Awaits! 🎃
Your suite, tickets, and party are all set — just grab your Lightning Lanes and you're ready to go! Pack those costumes and get ready for an unforgettable first family trip. Reach out anytime with questions, and I can't wait to hear all about it!
Polka Dots & Wishes Travel · Your Disney Specialist
📞 606.483.6560 · ✉️ kelsey@polkadotsnwishestravel.com
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