food IS a theme park
Disney, you’ve been holding out on us.
MagicBand+ is a bit different than we thought …
It’s been a while since MagicBand+ first premiered at Disney World, and somehow we are still discovering new things about them!
At the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions convention held last month in Orlando, about 30,000 industry leaders gathered to discuss the latest trends in food, festivals, and rides. And then, there was a session with the title: “Is Cash Dead?”
The IAAPA Expo at the Orange County Convention Center
Why would a theme park convention be taking on this economic issue? It turns out there are several reasons Disney World — and other attractions — would just rather not take your cash (most of the time).
MagicBand+ is the newest generation of MagicBands in Disney World. While normal MagicBands can serve as your park admission, hotel room key, Lightning Lane access, and even a method of payment (if you link them to your credit card), MagicBand+ bands have some extra features like lights and haptics that match certain shows, interaction with 50th anniversary statues, and access to a scavenger hunt in Galaxy’s Edge.
MagicBand+
You can get MagicBand+ in all kinds of designs, and Disney just released a bunch of NEW MagicBand+ designs this week with several options perfect for celebrating! From Disney-centric events like EPCOT’s 40th anniversary to personal milestones like your first Disney trip, there are plenty of options.
Counting down to a Disney World trip? There are a few important things you’ll need to do ahead of time!
Magic Kingdom
You’ll want to book your dining reservations and make your Disney Park Passes. It’s a great idea to download the My Disney Experience app and familiarize yourself before you travel. But if you’re one of the people who also like to buy new MagicBands for your vacation…we’ve got great news!
A returning fall treat, tests running on a closed attraction, and 70 (!!) new pieces of merchandise — Magic Kingdom has seen a LOT of changes over the past week.
Magic Kingdom
If you haven’t been inside Disney World’s most iconic theme park recently, you might be surprised by just how quickly things can change. The park is constantly getting updates, but don’t worry — we’re in Disney World every day so we can keep you updated on all the new things! Come with us now to find out what’s new in Magic Kingdom. [Read more…]
We’ve gotten a LOT of big Disney announcements recently!
Magic Kingdom
We’ve heard updates on opening timelines for new attractions, details on new fireworks shows coming to the parks, and even snippets of information about Disney’s 100th Anniversary celebrations. And if all of that news has you PUMPED about Disney, then you’ll want to check out their latest merchandise online!
MagicBand+ has been all the rage in Disney World lately. The new bands are the next generation of MagicBand, and they come with some updated features, including interactions with the 50th Anniversary statues and a Bounty Hunter scavenger hunt in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. So why would you choose a normal MagicBand when these updated versions are available? There are actually a few reasons.
Get a load of all those MagicBands!
For one, regular MagicBands are usually cheaper than MagicBand+. Most MagicBand+ designs are $44.99, whereas normal MagicBands are usually around $29.99. Also, you don’t have to charge a regular MagicBand! (Although keep in mind that MagicBand+ will still function as a normal band if it’s not charged — it just won’t have the new features available.) So if you’re planning on sticking with the normal bands, you may want to take a look at 7 NEW MagicBands that Disney just released online!
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Think Dooney & Bourke only makes bags? Think again!
Dooney & Bourke Collections
Of course, they’re well-known for their bag collections featuring classic characters, princesses, parades, and park icons. But did you know they also make MagicBands too?! Well, they do — and their newest MagicBand features our favorite grumpy duck.
It has been a BIG year for Disney World!
Cinderella Castle
Entertainment options have returned, restaurants have opened, and we’ve also gotten new rides and even resorts! But the excitement isn’t over yet. This fall is set to be a busy time in the parks, and there are quite a few new things you need to know if you’re traveling soon. Here’s everything you need to know about Disney World in August!
Just because Disney World is The Most Magical Place on Earth doesn’t mean it can’t use some improvements!
Main Street U.S.A.
We know that many Disney fans have thoughts about recent changes in the parks, especially when it comes to Genie+, price increases, and crowds. So how do guests propose to fix the problems they see in the parks? We’re about to find out! [Read more…]
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