Disney Parks new interactive MagicBand+ has finally made its debut at Walt Disney World.
The original MagicBand was introduced in 2013 at Walt Disney World, allowing guests to go-hands free for things like park admission, hotel room entry, retail and dining.
The new version of the wearable device features color-changing lights and haptic vibrations. It will also be able to recognize gestures.
Guests will be able to use the band to interact with the new 50th anniversary character statues, the nighttime spectaculars and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.
In the Star Wars-themed land, for example, guests will be able to use MagicBand+ to find virtual bounties. During the nighttime spectaculars, the device will light up and complement what’s happening in the shows.
Along with the new features, MagicBand+ will continue to have the same functions as previous version of MagicBand, including park entry, guest room entry and Disney PhotoPass.
The new interactive MagicBand can be found at Disney Springs for $29.99 and is currently only available in black, blue and red.
For the first time, Disney+ subscribers can save on stays at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels most nights July 8 through Sept. 30, 2022.
Disney+ is known for bringing hours of entertainment to your homes, and with our Disney Resorts Collection, you can immerse yourself in some of your favorite Disney tales.
When it is time to head out to the theme parks, you can step right into the worlds of some of your favorite Disney+ movies or shows. Join Chef Remy in a culinary caper during Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT, help the Resistance infiltrate the First Order in Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and enjoy more exciting experiences across all four theme parks. Plus, when staying at a Disney Resort hotel, you can enjoy ease, convenience and special benefits as you can see below:
More Time in the Parks: During the 50th Anniversary celebration, Disney Resort hotel guests can enjoy 30 minutes of early entry to any theme park every day! Plus, guests staying in Disney Deluxe or Deluxe Villa Resorts can also experience extended evening hours on select nights in select theme parks. For both of these options, guests will need valid theme park admission park reservation and Resort ID.
Get Around with Ease: Complimentary transportation options, such as the world-famous monorail, Disney Skyliner and water taxis make it easy and fun to travel around. Some Disney Resort hotels are even within walking distance of a theme park.
Magic Around Every Corner: The fun is seemingly endless at a Disney Resort hotel, where you can enjoy themed pools with waterslides, poolside activities and delicious dining experiences. You may even spot some familiar Disney friends palling around.
For more information, including how to make sure your Disney+ subscription is linked to your My Disney Experience account in order to book, visit DisneyWorld.com/DisneyPlus.
Disney has announced that Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is set to officially debut May 27 at EPCOT in Disney World!
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is a family-friendly adventure, featuring a totally new type of roller coaster experience we’re developing just for this attraction – it’s a storycoaster that rotates 360 degrees so you’re always focused on all the action as you help the Guardians save the galaxy.
A new trailer for the attraction was also released along with the news. Take a closer look below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g5ACZ6haz7Y
The attraction will also feature the first reverse launch on a coaster in Disney history. It will be one of the largest enclosed coasters in the world.
“It’s a massive experience that will match the scale and adventure of the Guardians of the Galaxy films,” the release said.
Disney Parks has released Tomorrowland Minnie Mouse Ear Headbands and your future will sparkle when you wear this super cute accessory in the parks.
Inspired by the land championed by Walt Disney himself as ”A vista into a world of wondrous ideas,” it features silver glitter ears and a purple satin bow with a celestial print.
Take a closer look below:
You can find these shimmering new ears at the Disney Parks, as well as shopDisney.com for $29.99.
When the Magical Express ended service January 1st of this year, guests suddenly became responsible for booking alternate transportation to Disney World on their own. But now we have great news! Private ground transportation to and from Walt Disney World Resort is now available as a package add-on through the Walt Disney Travel Company.
As part of this offering, there are several options available, including exclusive vans, sedans, SUVs, executive limousines and stretch limousines. These can be booked up to five days prior to arrival.
Round-trip transportation from Orlando International Airport to a Walt Disney World Resort hotel can be added online to a Walt Disney Travel Company package via the Disney Travel website or by calling the Disney Reservation Center. Take a look below at some of the available options:
Up to one complimentary car seat will be available for children five years old and under, with additional car seats subject to availability.
Please note that as part of our health & safety guidelines, all drivers and Guests are required to wear masks in vehicles.
Attention parade lovers! We have exciting information about when Guests can experience returning favorites and new entertainment offerings at Magic Kingdom Park.
Kicking off the fun on Feb. 11 is the brand-new “Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade!” Starring nearly 30 of your favorite Disney and Pixar friends, this super-sized cavalcade features Nick and Judy from “Zootopia,” Baloo and King Louie from “The Jungle Book,” José Carioca and Panchito from “The Three Caballeros,” plus Merida, Moana, The Incredibles, and more – including the Magic Kingdom debut of Miguel from “Coco” in his mariachi best.
That’s not the only much-anticipated offering coming to the parade route. We’re excited to share that the beloved Disney “Festival of Fantasy” Parade returns to Magic Kingdom Park beginning March 9 – the anniversary of the debut of the parade in 2014 – winding its way through the park not once, but twice each day!
Dazzling Guests since its debut, the Disney “Festival of Fantasy” Parade features beloved characters from “The Princess and the Frog,” “Tangled,” “Peter Pan” and more bringing their individual stories to life on enchanting floats that look as though the characters themselves had a hand in crafting them. Looming 26 feet above the parade route and 35 feet in length, the fire-breathing Maleficent Dragon float returns just as menacing as ever. There’s no way this show-stopping beauty would be excluded from such a glittering assemblage.
Speaking of shimmering gatherings, “Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire” will make its debut on the Cinderella Castle Forecourt Stage Feb. 25! The show, newly enhanced for the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary celebration, will incorporate favorite scenes inspired by “Frozen,” “Tangled,” and “The Princess and the Frog” – plus a new opening and a new finale with Mickey Mouse and all his friends in their sparkling, EARidescent fashions. Presented multiple times a day, the show will also include an all-new, original song entitled “Where the Magic Feels Like Home.”
These new and returning experiences add to the all-new entertainment that debuted with the launch of the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary celebration, including “Disney Enchantment,” “Mickey’s Celebration Cavalcade,” and “Harmonious” – with more to come when “Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!” and “Fantasmic!” open later this year.
The latest update to Disney Genie+ Service has extra … character!
Starting Jan. 26, Guests who have purchased the Disney Genie+ Service will find select Character Sightings have been added as selections for Lightning Lane entry.
Keep reading to find out which characters you can see.
Cinderella and a Visiting Princess at Princess Fairytale Hall at Magic Kingdom Park
Princess Tiana and a Visiting Princess at Princess Fairytale Hall at Magic Kingdom Park
Mickey at Town Square Theater at Magic Kingdom Park
Olaf at Celebrity Spotlight at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Seeing characters by using the standby entrance will still be available, but the Genie+ option gives guests another way to visit their best pal, Disney Princesses or everyone’s favorite snowman who is worth melting for. These will also still modified experiences; no touching or hugging characters. Who are you most excited to see?
The rental strollers at Disney World Resort just got a bit more character! This new design featuring Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse just rolled out today.
The strollers are black, yellow and red and feature Mickey and Minnie Mouse designs on the side.
Disney said on social media Thursday that cast members prepped the new strollers early Thursday morning to have them ready by park open. Take a closer look below:
If you love Disney and TikTok then this could be the perfect position for you! Walt Disney Parks and Resorts are currently looking for a social media content coordinator to create content on social media, particularly on TikTok.
The ideal candidate will be able to “share original, clever and innovative ideas, and has a deep passion for the Disney brand”.
They will also need to be an avid user of a number of different social media platforms and keep up to date with the latest trends. Take a look below for other requirements:
Experience in social media and/or related digital marketing
Demonstrated ability of video editing
Experience with visual storytelling, and producing compelling and engaging social content
A passion for social media and current trends
Skill in basic photography, animation, graphic design and technology
Demonstrate strong creative, original and outside the box thinking
Ability to work collaboratively within a group as well as independently with little supervision
Openness to feedback with the ability to defend a creative choice while respectfully managing revisions
An affinity for the Disney Brand including a passion for being in the Disney parks
Solution-oriented perspective that manages change well
Ability to manage time efficiently and work within a deadline-oriented environment
Proactive mindset
Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
Willingness to try new things and gain new skills
The successful candidate will be based in Orlando, Florida.
So if you think this could be the perfect job for you, just visit Disney’s website here, for all the information and to apply.
Walt Disney World courtesy parking trams returned to Magic Kingdom on Sunday.
The other theme parks would see the popular form of transportation return sometime next year.
Disney announced on social media late last month that the trams would be returning this month first to Magic Kingdom as you can see below:
Driver you are clear…to spread a little holiday cheer! Parking trams will be returning to Magic Kingdom Park later this month and other Walt Disney World theme parks throughout 2022!✨ pic.twitter.com/KpJyBZfTBu
Disney has been testing the trams over the past couple weeks.
Walt Disney World’s parking trams have been suspended since the parks were forced to close in 2020, forcing guests to walk a short distance to the front entrances.
According to Disney’s website, face coverings are required of all guests on enclosed Disney transportation, including Disney buses, monorails and the Disney Skyliner.
