Rumor-
Magicbands are rumored to be required for some character meet n greets. This will likely be for VIP locations.
From what I understand, if you want to meet Donald and Daisy at their new location at DAK you'll need one.
But guests - especially children - can opt-out without missing the MAGIC, right Bob?
As Drew said, VIP locations.But guests - especially children - can opt-out without missing the MAGIC, right Bob?
I'm pretty sure Disney just wants to know how many churros I have eaten so they can report back to my insurance company so they can raise my rates! I am pretty sure Disney gets a bonus for this as well! Its EVIL I tell you!As much as people seem to dislike the idea of the bands, it will make existing experiences better and new experiences possible. There is not an evil reason behind everything.
Perhaps this is a dumb question....but why do you need the MagicBand for these interactions?
Rumor-
Magicbands are rumored to be required for some character meet n greets. This will likely be for VIP locations.
From what I understand, if you want to meet Donald and Daisy at their new location at DAK you'll need one.
Good point. I'm not sure on how that will work.So what about us PASSHOLDERS who dont have one?
Mickey at C-spot too right? I don't know if its required there but we're hearing it will somehow enhance the experience.
Just what I was wondering.So what about us PASSHOLDERS who dont have one?
Guests staying at Walt Disney World Resort hotels, and Annual Passholders will receive a band, as well as those guests who purchase a photography package. Guests who stay at non-Disney hotels will receive a ticket with features of touch to enter the park, touch to redeem FastPass+ and touch to pay. These guests can participate in My Disney Experience and purchase a MagicBand if they wish.
For the record, I won't be wearing a magic band ever. I love meeting the characters but I refuse to wear one even if it means I can't meet them.
The most likely reason for requiring a band is so they can read your name off your associated account so that the Next Gen characters can greet you by name. The experience would be more magical if Mickey knew your name without being told. He might even mention where you are from - "Thanks for coming all the way down from New York to see me!". He could also mention where you are staying or a ride or show you viewed earlier. Or even say that since you got to the park so early, it must be time to go home for a nap. I think it would be magical!
As much as people seem to dislike the idea of the bands, it will make existing experiences better and new experiences possible. There is not an evil reason behind everything.
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