Where Can I Find Free Official Disney Planning Guides? (Pocket Guides for Disney World, Disneyland, Cruises and More)
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Second Star Wishes is an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner agency, and we've gathered every free official Disney Pocket Guide in one place. Pocket Guides are short, free PDFs from Disney that give you a snapshot of a resort, ship, or event. Browse them, dream a little, and when you're ready for a real plan, we're here.
By Andrea Napiontek, Founder and CEO | Last Updated: October 2026 | All links go to Disney's official Pocket Guide PDFs
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What Are Disney Pocket Guides?
Disney Pocket Guides are free, official one-page-style PDFs that show you the highlights of a Disney resort, cruise ship, or special event. They're a great starting point when you're figuring out which destination feels right for your family. They're not a full plan, though...that's where your Travel Specialist comes in.
Disney Pocket Guide Quick Facts
Are Disney Pocket Guides free? Yes. They're free PDFs published by Disney.
Where do Disney Pocket Guides come from? Disney publishes them through planDisney, its official planning site.
Are Pocket Guides updated every year? Not always. Some are a few years old, so prices, dining, and event details can change. Always double check before you book.
Jump to: Disney World | Cruise ships | Parties and events
Which Walt Disney World Resorts Have Pocket Guides?
Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida has four theme parks, two water parks, and resort hotels in three price tiers: Deluxe (the most amenities and best locations), Moderate, and Value (the most budget-friendly).
Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resorts
Moderate Resorts
Value Resorts
Which Disney Cruise Line Ships Have Pocket Guides?
Disney Cruise Line blends Disney storytelling with the ease of cruising, with family-friendly sailings to the Bahamas, Caribbean, Alaska, Europe and beyond. Pocket Guides are available for these ships and Disney's private island:
Want to know which ship fits your family? Our Which Disney Cruise Ship Is Best for My Family? guide compares every ship.
Which Disneyland Resort Hotels Have Pocket Guides?
Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California is the original park Walt Disney walked, with two theme parks within walking distance of each other and that classic Disney charm.
Which Disneyland Paris Hotels Have Pocket Guides?
Disneyland Paris sits just outside Paris, France, and pairs European elegance with Disney attractions. It's a great add-on to a bigger Europe trip.
Which Disney Beach Resorts Have Pocket Guides?
Disney's beach resorts are the laid-back side of Disney: no theme parks, just ocean views, family time, and a little Disney magic.
Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa: on Oahu in Hawaii, blending Hawaiian culture with Disney touches.
Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort: a coastal South Carolina retreat with bike rides and beach days.
Disney's Vero Beach Resort: an oceanfront resort on Florida's Atlantic coast, easy to pair with a Walt Disney World trip.
Which Disney Parties and Events Have Pocket Guides?
Disney has Pocket Guides for its separately ticketed evening parties at Walt Disney World. These guides are from past years, so use them for the general feel and double check current dates, prices, and entertainment.
Want this year's Christmas party details? Our Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party 2026 guide has the dates, prices, and tips.
Frequently Asked Questions About Disney Pocket Guides
Do Disney Pocket Guides include prices?
Usually not current ones. They focus on what a resort, ship, or event is like. Your Travel Specialist can give you real pricing for your dates.
Is there a Pocket Guide for every Disney resort?
Not every one. This page lists the official guides we've found. If a link stops working, let us know and we'll track down the newest version.
Can I print Disney Pocket Guides?
Yes. They're PDFs, so you can download, print, or save them on your phone.
Want to know the exact morning your dining reservations open? Try our free Disney Dining Reservation Calculator. Just enter your trip dates.
How Can a Second Star Wishes Travel Specialist Help You Choose?
Pocket Guides show you what's out there. Your Travel Specialist helps you pick what actually fits your family: which destination, which resort or ship, which dates, and how to plan every day once you're there.
Looking for a Disney travel agent? That's us. Your Second Star Wishes Travel Specialist plans Disney vacations for families everywhere from our home base in Daphne, Alabama, on the Gulf Coast.
Not sure which Disney destination is right for you? Tell us who's traveling and what you're dreaming about, and we'll guide you through the options.
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About the Author: Andrea Napiontek, CTA
Andrea is the founding owner and CEO of Second Star Wishes, a boutique travel agency she started in 2015 in Daphne, Alabama. She's a Certified Travel Associate (CTA), a Magellan Award recipient, and an ASTA member and mentor, with specialist training in Disney destinations, Mexico, the Caribbean, Alaska, and Europe. Before travel, she worked in education and counseling, which is why every plan starts with really listening. Home base is the Gulf Coast with her husband and three kids...when she's not off on a new adventure. Second Star Wishes is an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner agency.
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