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There’s a pretty big change when it comes to MagicBands for Annual Passholders!
MagicBands
As you’ve probably heard, complimentary MagicBands for Disney World Resort guests were discontinued and replaced with a $5 charge for the base, solid-color MagicBands. Now, we’re taking a look at what was in store for complimentary Annual Passholder options with this shift.
Well, we thought TOMORROW would be the day, but turn’s out, today’s the day! There’s been a BIG change to the way you’ll prep for your Disney vacation.
MagicBand Scanner ©Disney
Last June, Disney announced that complimentary MagicBands would be discontinued in January 2021 in favor of expanded smart device capabilities. But we are STILL in December of 2020 and free MagicBands are now a thing of the past — at least if your trip starts in 2021!
Things are constantly changing at Disney World!
Cinderella Castle
Just this month, we saw some restaurants reopen, other spots get new menu items, and a change in Boarding Group distribution times announced for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. December is almost over, but January will bring some even BIGGER changes at Walt Disney World. If you’re planning a trip to Disney World for January 2021, here are the 5 things that will be different there next month.
MagicBands are a pretty Disney World-specific accessory, but that hasn’t stopped us from stocking up!
MagicBands
Well, our collections got a little bit bigger today. You’ve seen the Periwinkle MagicBand, you’ve seen the Magenta MagicBand, but you’ve GOTTA see this Pink GLITTERY Magicband we spotted this morning!
Well, 2020, you’ve been quite the year, but now it’s almost time for 2021 to take over!
Magic Kingdom
And from the very first day of the year, 2021 will be bringing in some BIG changes in Disney World. Check out why January 1st is an important day for Disney World and what you need to know for your next trip!
In case you missed it, MagicBands will NOT be free to Disney resort hotel guests in the new year.
Limited Edition 2021 MagicBand
And while that may throw a wrench in some people’s plans, it also means that there’s more freedom to buy the MagicBand of your choosing beyond just feeling compelled to use a solid pink or gray one.
This year has been ALL about the Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction collections!
Jungle Cruise Minnie ears
These collections have featured some of our favorite Disney Parks attractions, including Jungle Cruise, the Haunted Mansion, Peter Pan’s Flight, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, and more! The most recent collection — and the last — is the Nighttime Castle and Grand Finale collection that most recently went online via shopDisney’s MerchPass.
If you’re still shopping online for Christmas gifts, then it’s time to get a move on, because you’ve only got 2 weeks left!
Discovery Trading Company Holiday Merchandise Sale
And if you’re still struggling with what to give a loved one, then don’t fear, because we’ve got gift guides galore. We’ve got gift ideas under $20, ideas for bread lovers, a great list of toys, ideas for those who miss old-school EPCOT, and even a guide for those of our number who are HUGE DFB fans! If you make it through all of those and STILL haven’t found what you’re looking for, then keep reading, because today we’re sharing all the Disney merchandise that popped up online in the last 7 days!
It’s the holiday season at Disney World and we’re looking for allll the ways to celebrate.
Grand Floridian lobby
If you’re lucky enough to be heading to the Most Magical Place on Earth, we’ve got great news! Annual Passholders and Disney Resort hotel guests can now preorder two COOL new MagicBands!Â
You’ve probably heard, but it all started with a Mouse!
Partners Statue
When Walt first created Mickey for the “Steamboat Willie” short, he probably didn’t know how beloved Mickey would be almost 100 years later. Now, the day after Walt’s birthday, we’ve spotted a pretty neat piece of merch commemorating Walt and Mickey!
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