Hi, Ginny! Welcome to planDisney! As a fellow Georgia girl, you have a friend in me!
Staying off property is a choice many guests make, and thankfully, Walt Disney World Resort does so much to make all guests feel welcome and included at the Most Magical Place On Earth.
MagicBand+ does not currently support in-park purchases for guests who are not staying in a
Walt Disney World Resort Hotel. Happily, with Disney MagicMobile Service and the
My Disney Experience App, you'll have all you need at your fingertips with your cell phone.
I recently visited Magic Kingdom Park without my MagicBand+ and, while I felt a little odd without that finishing touch, my experience wasn't hindered at all. I relied on my cell phone and
Disney MagicMobile Service for quick park entry, scanning for
PhotoPass Service, and for
Virtual Queue check-in at
TRON Lightcycle / Run. When I found the perfect ballcap for my husband at the
Emporium, I used Apple Pay on my phone to make the contactless transaction. My planDisney friend Michelle wrote an
answer about Apple Pay, that you might find helpful. Another option you might find helpful is a
Disney Gift Card, if you'd like to avoid using your phone or credit card to make purchases.
Whether you decide to purchase a MagicBand+ or not, I know you'll have an amazing time during your upcoming vacation. Be sure to check out the
EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival for gorgeous garden-themed fun and a delightful bites from unique outdoor kitchens. Springtime is a lovely time to visit Walt Disney World Resort!
Ginny, please head back to planDisney with any more questions you have about your vacation. We're here to help!
See you real soon!
Jennifer