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  • On Jul 24, 2025
    Christine from IL Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    We are taking a Disney Cruise for the very 1st time. Do we need our Magic Bands for the Cruise

    Welcome to planDisney, Christine! I'm so excited to hear that you'll be sailing away for the very first time with Disney Cruise Line; your adventures at sea are sure to be filled with magical memories, lots of hugs from your favorite characters, quality entertainment, and delicious dining around every corner!

    Now let's get to your question about what I call the "most magical accessory on Earth" - the MagicBand! While the traditional MagicBands won't function onboard Disney Cruise Line, and you will receive a Key to the World Card once onboard for necessary functions like opening your stateroom door, linking your vacation photos, and charging purchases back to your room, if you have a MagicBand+ from a previous Disney Resort visit, I'd definitely recommend you bring it along and use it as a DisneyBand+ while sailing!

    Here are some of the key features I love about sailing with a DisneyBand+:
    • Hands-free access to my stateroom 
    • Quick and convenient boarding with just the flick of your wrist
    • Unique designs that feature my favorite characters or specialty Disney Cruise Line designs make for a fun collectible after sailing
    • Magical interactions all around the ship - from the dining rooms to the atriums and even in the kids' clubs, your band makes you feel connected to the magic in unexpected and fun ways
    Christine, if you don't already have a DisneyBand+, you can pre-purchase one before your sailing if you decide you'd like to enhance your experience (and your wardrobe) with this fun accessory!

    I hope this helps, and I hope you have a fantastic first sailing with Disney Cruise Line! If you have any other questions before you set off on your magical voyage, come see us again here at planDisney!

    Bon Voyage,
    Alison
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Meet the Panelist: Alison, Louisiana

I'm Alison - a wife, mom, and teacher from New Orleans, LA. My first childhood visit to the Walt Disney World Resort sparked a lifelong love of this magical place, and I still find magic in both the new and nostalgic on each visit! I understand the changing dynamics of planning a practically perfect vacation; no matter how large your group is or what your interests are, I look forward to helping you create magical memories and discover unique experiences to make them even more enchanting! Learn More About Alison

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