Hey there, Hi there, Ho there, John!
Oh Boy, are we happy to hEAR from you! I see that you have a visit in September, which is right around the corner! You all must be getting very excited about this trip.
While
MagicBands are no longer complimentary, by choosing to stay at a
Disney Resorts Collection Resort, you do have the option to purchase new MagicBands at a discounted price. You can even purchase themed ones with designs as well! John, please do not worry although MagicBands are no longer complimentary, you do have the option to still receive a Card once you arrive. Or you can take advantage of the
newly added Disney MagicMobile service.
Disney MagicMobile service allows you to use the
My Disney Experience app to set up a Disney MagicMobile pass that can be stored in your digital wallet on your eligible iPhone or smart device. So in a way, your mobile device becomes your ticket! Plus, you can still use the My Disney Experience app to
mobile order, check current wait times, and view your
Memory Maker photos. Be sure to pack a battery pack just in case! I purchased a
portable charger a few years ago and it has been the biggest saver while visiting the parks.
John, I hope these options work out for your upcoming trip. If you do choose to purchase new MagicBands, be sure to do so with enough time for them to ship to your house. Just log in to your
My Disney Experience account to double-check the day you must order by. Until then, let us know if there’s anything else we can do to help!
See ya real soon!
-Shantel