Disney Says Wristband Boosts Sales in Disney World Test

[ajrwdwgirl]

I really don't like the idea of the magic band, the part of the magic + of prearranging fast passes and stuff I'm not thrilled about but I can see myself using it. I just don't like to wear wristbands a lot, I put up with them on my all inclusive vacations because I want to be able to get my adult beverages!

 

[Bob]

It will be interesting to see everyone's perspective once the bands have been in use for a year or two. I'm sure that I will still be here on WDWMagic reading about it.

 

[tk924]

I'm sure that the bands make it easier to purchase things. Instead of having to dig through your pockets or bags to find your card. Again, we're not attaching a CC to ours, but they will make really cool keepsakes.

 

[wdisney9000]

"Guests spent more on average in part because they had fun with the technology, he said."

What a load of crap. I wonder what type of equation they had to use to make that statement mathematically true. I have loads of fun with the technology of my new Droid phone, it hasnt made me spend more money though. Oh wait.. maybe I spend more "on average." LOL. Staggs nose is probly a little longer after that interview.

 

[wogwog]

What a load of crap. I wonder what type of equation they had to use to make that statement mathematically true. I have loads of fun with the technology of my new Droid phone, it hasnt made me spend more money though. Oh wait.. maybe I spend more "on average." LOL. Staggs nose is probly a little longer after that interview.

He has to make the $3 billion project look great to justify the expense. To paraphrase the Wizard..'Don't look behind the curtain.'

 

[allgiggles]

It will be interesting to see everyone's perspective once the bands have been in use for a year or two. I'm sure that I will still be here on WDWMagic reading about it.

I'm curious, too. I wasn't keen on the bracelets (figured I'd still just get a card even when the bracelets are available), but after our trip a few weeks ago, I'm looking forward to having the option to *not* have to dig my card out of my wallet every time I want to pay for something. I doubt very much it will change our spending habits, but it will make my life a tiny bit easier.

 

[tk924]

"must spend more...must spend more..must...spend......more..."