Disney World’s Annual Pass didn’t just appear overnight — it has a story.

In the first episode of our three-part Annual Pass series, we travel back to 1982 to explore how the Walt Disney World Annual Pass began, why Disney introduced it in the first place, and how it evolved into today’s multi-tiered Incredi-Pass system.

In this episode, we break down:

• How much the very first Disney World Annual Pass cost 💵
• The role Florida residents played in the creation of annual passes
• How annual pass options have changed throughout the years
• What the evolution of the pass says about Disney’s relationship with its biggest fans

Whether you’re a current passholder, considering becoming one, or just love Disney history, this episode sets the stage for everything you need to know.

🎧 Next week: We’re pulling back the curtain on the perks — and the hidden costs — of being a Disney World Annual Passholder.

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Timestamps

Welcome 00:00

The Evolution of Disney World Annual Passes 01:43

The E-Ticket System 03:55

Why Disney Created Annual Passes 14:03

Expansion in the 1980s and 1990s 18:35

An Annual Pass to BOTH Disneyland and Disney World?!? 21:43

The Introduction of a Tiered System 25:47

Having Too Many Disney Photos 33:04

Are Annual Passes Too Expensive Now? 38:44

Do the Parks Still Have the Magic? 42:37

Tune in Next Week for the Hidden Cost of an Annual Passes 49:11