Hi Susan, and thanks for bringing your question to planDisney! I love the tropical vibes at
Caribbean Beach Resort and, of course, the easy access to EPCOT and Hollywood Studios on the
Skyliner. So let’s talk about your literal key to the magic!
I’m happy to share that you can get a Key to the World card when you check in at Caribbean Beach Resort. On my last family trip, it was a great option for my dad since he doesn’t have a
MagicBand or smartphone.
I like to keep my park bag as light as possible, so there are a couple of other options if you ever want to leave your card behind. Besides the MagicBand, you can set up
MagicMobile Service through the
My Disney Experience app, which gets you most of the same functionality right from your phone’s mobile wallet! This includes scanning into theme park and
Lightning Lane entrances, linking
PhotoPass pictures, and charging food and merchandise purchases back to your Disney Resort hotel room. Speaking of your room, you can also
unlock your door through the My Disney Experience app, which is a great backup if you run out for ice and forget your Key to the World card or MagicBand in the room (don’t ask me how I know!).
There are so many amazing dining options at Caribbean Beach Resort, like
Sebastian’s Bistro, which is one of my family’s favorites! It’s such a hidden gem because it’s one of the more reasonably priced table-service dinners at Disney World. Just make sure to leave room for the House-made Coconut-Pineapple Bread Pudding for dessert!
It’s also an easy walk over to
Riviera Resort for even more delicious choices. It’s home to my favorite character breakfast at Disney World—
Topolino’s Terrace! The atmosphere and food feel a little fancier than your average character meal, and you get to meet Mickey and friends wearing their adorable artist-inspired outfits! And I never leave Riviera Resort without picking up a treat at
Le Petit Cafe, which has an amazing selection of coffee, tea, and pastries.
I hope you have the best stay ever at Caribbean Beach Resort in January! And if you have any other questions, you’re always welcome back at planDisney.
JoAnna