Welcome to planDisney Julie!
We’re so happy to hEAR from you and even more excited to hEAR all about your upcoming visit to
Walt Disney World Resort. I know staying off site can be a little different, but I’m sure your visit will be filled with
Magical memories. My most favorite way to preserve those memories is through the use of
Memory Maker. It seems like you’ve already added that to your vacation plans. ChEARs!
When it comes to
MagicBands, my family prefers them even without having a complete
vacation package booked. We find it to be easier to wear our Mousekatool (MagicBand) during our visits. However, you are still able to enjoy the parks without a MagicBand, Julie. All you will need is my second favorite Mousekatool, the
My Disney Experience mobile app. A Disney PhotoPass photographer will provide you with a card after taking your first photo. You will be able to use this card each and every time your photo is taken, similar to a MagicBand. After linking the card to your My Disney Experience account, you will see all your photos taken in your account.
If your party is planning on staying together the entire time and you rather be hands free, I suggest maybe
purchasing at least one MagicBand. Designate that MagicBand wearer as the “Memory Maker tapper”. They can be in charge of making sure the MagicBand is “tapped” after each photo is taken.
Julie, I hope this helps answer your question. If you find that you have any more as you continue to plan,
you know where to find us!See ya real soon!
-Shantel