Today is the day that MagicBands are first available to all guests coming to Walt Disney World. Already there for Disney Resort and Annual Passholders, non-resort (Daily Guests) guests can purchase them as of March 31, 2014, and use them like everyone else. This will tell you all the things you need to know about […]
Update on FASTPass+ and MagicBands for non-resort Disney guests
February 11, 2014 by 4 Comments
With FASTPass+ rolling out for non-resort guests of Walt Disney World, there have been a number of questions and concerns regarding what can and can’t be done. Well, Doctor Disney has spoken with some sources dealing with the project and found out some new information. FASTPass+ is indeed still in testing phases for many aspects […]
Remaining dates set for MagicBand only roll-out at Disney Resorts
January 6, 2014 by Leave a Comment
The remaining dates have been put in place for all Walt Disney World Resort hotels to move strictly to MagicBands usage. At this time, all of the resorts are expected to be MagicBand-only by the end of Jan., 2014. While Pop Century and the All-Star Resorts have already moved forward in this part of the […]
Full roll-out date revealed for Disney’s MyMagic+, MagicBands, and FASTPass+
October 4, 2013 by 1 Comment
A couple of weeks ago, the dates for the new testing phases of MagicBands, MyMagic+, and FASTPass+ at different Walt Disney World Resorts were revealed. Now, it appears as if there is an official roll-out date for it all to go totally live. WDWNT is reporting that all testing is set t be done by […]
Doctor Disney Explains: FASTPass+ Part Two – Get your Key to the World cards
August 30, 2013 by 6 Comments
Part One of the FASTPass+ tour took guests through how the system is generally supposed to work. Remember, it is still in the testing phases of things, and that means that a lot can change and nothing is cemented down as perfect yet. With that being said, it is time to take you through the […]
Disney expands MyMagic, MagicBands testing to different resorts in next couple months
August 23, 2013 by 49 Comments
The next phase of testing for Disney’s MyMagic+. MagicBands, and FASTPass+ is about to roll out starting at the beginning of Sept., 2013. The testing has been going on at a number of resorts, but more will join the fray for the next two months. Guests that will be taking part in the next round […]
Disney MagicBands unlock special Easter Egg in “Disney Infinity” video game
August 22, 2013 by Leave a Comment
For those that have “Disney Infinity,” I’m sure you’re enjoying it. For those that have had a chance to use the MagicBands at Walt Disney World, I’m sure it was a great experience. For those that have both…have I got a surprise for you. Zannaland announced on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2013, that there is a really […]
Confirmation on when guests can schedule their Disney FASTPass+ reservations
August 22, 2013 by 3 Comments
There has been a lot of discussion going on lately about MagicBands, FASTPass+, and all of the other new technology coming to Walt Disney World. Now, it has been confirmed by Disney as to when FASTPass+ reservations can be made. Many thought it to be 60 days in advance, but Disney has confirmed that guests […]
Important things to know and remember about Disney’s Magic Bands
August 19, 2013 by 16 Comments
The Disney Magic Bands are starting to roll out to more Walt Disney World Resorts, and that means even more guests are using them or will be soon. With that being said, not every single thing is known about them yet and they are still technically in the “testing phase.” They are fully live at […]
Mama Melrose’s at Disney’s Hollywood Studios testing new Disney Dining Plan technology
July 18, 2013 by Leave a Comment
With all the Disney NextGen stuff going on with MagicBands and FASTPass+ and everything else…Disney is putting new technologies and trials into motion all the time. That includes some new trials at Disney restaurants that accept the Disney Dining Plan. One of those restaurants is Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. As […]
