Aloha Debra, and welcome back to planDisney! Your Aulani visit is just around the river bend, so let’s chat MagicBands so you’re all set to have the best vacation ever.
Since MagicBands are waterproof, they’re the perfect accessory as you're enjoying Aulani’s pools and beach. Both MagicBand 2 and
MagicBand+ can be used to open your hotel room door, as well as enter and exit the parking garage. MagicBands are also super helpful around the resort since you can scan them to pick up your pool wrist bands and towels, and to charge purchases to the room. I love not having to carry around my wallet while I’m in and out of the pools all day or taking a snack break at
Papalua Shave Ice!
One thing to keep in mind is that if you qualify for any discounts, like the
10% savings at select merchandise locations for
Disney Vacation Club members, you’ll need to show proof that you qualify for the discount, even if you’re paying with your MagicBand. For Disney Vacation Club members, you can do that
through your Disney MagicMobile pass in your phone’s digital wallet.
With MagicBand+, you might even discover a few surprises that make your band vibrate while you’re exploring the lobby,
Waikolohe Valley pool area, and the
Menehune Adventure Trail! Speaking of the Menehune Adventure Trail, I highly recommend trying out this interactive scavenger hunt if you haven’t already. It’s complimentary for Aulani guests, and you can get started by borrowing a special tablet from the
Pau Hana Room. While you can play during the day, my family likes to hunt after dusk since it’s easier to see some of the features that light up around the resort.
If your MagicBand+ is linked to your
MyDisney account on the
Disney World website, and you link your Aulani reservation in the
Aulani Resort app (while logged into your MyDisney account), you should be able to use your MagicBand right away. If you’re having any issues, just stop by the front desk, and a Cast Member can help link your MagicBand to your reservation.
And if you forget to charge your MagicBand+, Hakuna Matata! While your band won’t vibrate or light up, you’ll still be able to use it for the basic features, like opening your room and paying for purchases.
I’m wishing you a magical and relaxing stay at Aulani next month! And if you have any other questions, you’re always welcome at planDisney.
JoAnna