Following a lengthy delay from the intended launch date, Merlin have released details of their ‘VIP’ Annual Pass
option. The details, released on the website today confirm that the pass will allow entry to all Merlin Attractions across the globe, whereas standard and premium passes offer access to UK only attractions and discounts to international locations.
The pass officially launches on Wednesday 18th June at 6pm, and is available at £500 per individual, or £400 per person as a family option of 3,4 or 5 people and a maximum of 3 adults. Perks include:
- Unlimited access to all Merlin Attractions across the globe
- Unlimited Fastracks at theme parks by showing your pass
- Unlimited drinks capsule
- Priority parking at Alton Towers, Warwick Castle and Legoland, standard parking at Thorpe Park and Chessington
- Two “Golden Tickets’. A selection of additional adventures to choose from such as champagne flights on the EDF Energy London Eye
- Extra tickets for two friends for a celebration.
- VIP lanyard and pack to be sent to your home address
- A ‘special book’ showcasing Merlin’s attractions around the world
VIP pass holders also gain access to all other perks on the Premium Pass, as well as some additional ‘secret’ perks included in the VIP pack.
The pass can be purchased from next Wednesday by calling the booking line on 0800 298 9770. When paying for the pass, you’ll be asked to select one of Merlin’s UK theme parks, Warwick Castle, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Manchester, Madame Tussaud’s London, the Blackpool Tower Eye, or Brighton or Birmingham SEALIFE to collect your pass. A VIP host will then contact you to arrange a collection date, where you’ll be greeted by them personally to process your pass.
The website states that availability will be limited to just 1000 passes, with the FAQs stressing that family members cannot be added at a later date.
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