Mom and child as pirates on Castaway Cay; ship in far background
  • On Jul 17, 2025
    Ashley from PA Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Hello, I bought MagicBand+ for each member of my cruise party. Will we still need to carry our Key to the World Cards? I am wondering how they both work on board on the Disney Wish. Thank you!

    Ahoy There, Ashley!

    Welcome to planDisney.  How exciting that you are sailing to the great wide somewhere on a Disney Cruise Line cruise.  Our family has sailed on several Disney Cruises and it is such a wonderful way to enjoy dazzling places you never knew while being immersed in the magic of Disney.

    Ashley, your MagicBand+ (it is called a DisneyBand+ on the cruise, but it is the same) is like your personal magic wand while onboard your cruise.  From boarding the ship on embarkation day and embarking and disembarking at Disney's Castaway Cay and Disney's Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, to opening your Stateroom door, to charging merchandise and specialty foods, it really is an all-in-one personal pixie dust device.  While you can use it in lieu of your Key to the World Cards on the ship and at Disney's islands, it is a good idea to also keep them with you at all times, just in case you lose your DisneyBand+.   You will still need to have your Key To The World Card to disembark and embark at other ports of call.  Additionally, all Guests 18 years and older are still required to debark and embark with a photo ID. 

    Disney had left complimentary lanyards in our Stateroom on our last cruise, which helped us keep our Key To The World cards with us at all times.  These also make great souvenirs!

    I hope this helps you, Ashley. If you have any further Disney planning questions, sail back here to see us, and we will be so happy to help you.

    Anchors Aweigh,
    Keri
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Meet the Panelist: Keri, Massachusetts

Hi there, I'm Keri from Massachusetts, a wife and mom to preteen twins and a teen. Since my first magical visit to Walt Disney World at age three, I've loved all things Disney. My husband found his passion for pixie dust on our honeymoon and his first visit to a Disney park. Soon after, we joined Disney Vacation Club, which has afforded us unforgettable family vacations for the last 22 years. Disney Vacation Club has helped us create our most magical vacation memories. I can't wait to help you plan yours. Learn More About Keri

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