Welcome back to planDisney, Marc!
Thanks for sailing by with another great question about a
Disney Cruise Line vacation. I know you and your family are looking forward to an amazing holiday aboard
Disney Magic.
DisneyBand+ on Disney Cruise Line and MagicBand+ at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort are interchangeable, they simply have different names. So the band you purchase for
Walt Disney World or Disney Cruise Line will work in both places making your Disney Land & Sea vacation a breeze. Unfortunately, at this time MagicBand+/DisneyBand+ can not be shipped internationally from
DisneyStore.com. But no worries! You can purchase a MagicBand+ at Walt Disney World if you are heading there before your cruise or you can purchase a DisneyBand+ once you board the ship.
In my experience, the bands purchased on the ship are partially charged so you can use it immediately, though you will want to charge it overnight as soon as you can. The band will work to unlock your stateroom door and for purchases to your stateroom folio even if it needs to be charged.
The special light and haptic features of the DisneyBand+ will dazzle you all around Disney Magic! During your
Rotational Dining meals, the bands add to the fun when entertainment begins. For deck parties, your band will add to the excitement and will light up the night along with the Fireworks at Sea. And, I love walking through the ship and seeing the band light up letting me know that something exciting, like a Character Greeting, is about to take place. While not necessary for your trip to be fabulous, DisneyBand+ is a lot of fun!
Marc, I hope this information is helpful and that you and your family enjoy your holiday. Please let us know if you have other questions; we are happy to help.
Wishing you many magical memories,
Shannon