If you're staying at a Disney World resort hotel, this morning came with a little extra magic — holiday party tickets went on sale exclusively for Disney Resort guests ahead of the general public.

The early-access window gave on-property guests a head start on securing spots at what are typically some of the most popular — and fastest-selling — ticketed events of the Walt Disney World year.

Disney's separately ticketed holiday parties have a long tradition of selling out well in advance, making this resort-guest perk a meaningful advantage for those who planned their stays with the season in mind.

Travelers who aren't booked at a Disney Resort hotel will want to keep a close eye on when tickets open more broadly, as availability can go quickly once sales expand.

This report comes from Disney Food Blog.