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PICS: A NEW Navy Blue MagicBand Is Now Available in Disney World

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Disney World resort hotel guests no longer get a free MagicBand with their stay and Annual Passholders only have 1 option for complimentary bands, but if you’re looking to purchase a MagicBand, there are LOTS of styles for you to choose from!

Pink Glittery MagicBand

From glittery pink and pale yellow to MagicBands themed to Disney films, there are some awesome designs out there. If you’re looking for something a bit more simple and sleek that will likely match with tons of outfits, then the NEW Navy Blue MagicBand we found today might be just what you need!

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PHOTOS: The Yellow MagicBand in Disney World Gets a New Look for a New Year

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It’s true: Walt Disney World is no longer providing complimentary MagicBands for Resort guests. This change, which was announced last summer, officially kicked in as we began the New Year.

New MagicBands spotted in Animal Kingdom

But that’s doesn’t mean MagicBands aren’t still a thing, as evidenced by the abundance available for purchase around Disney World merchandise locations (and still available for pre-order at a discounted rate for Resort guests). In fact, a stop by Mickey’s of Hollywood in Disney’s Hollywood Studios today revealed a new color choice! Although this one might look a wee bit familiar, so you’ll want to look closely… [Read more…]

Stitch Is Crashing Some of Our Favorite Disney Films in this NEW Monthly Merchandise Series!

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In 2020, we were ALL about Minnie Mouse and Disney Parks attractions with the Minnie Mouse: The Main Attraction collections that were released throughout the year.

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But, 2020 is over, and we’re moving on to a brand NEW collection — Stitch Crashes Disney! In this series, Stitch will be “crashing” classic Disney animated films and some new merchandise (including plushes and pins!) will be released every month as a result of his mischievous adventures. What movies will he crash and what cool merchandise will we get to collect? We’re sharing that with you here!

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Disney World Annual Passholders ONLY Have 1 Option for Complimentary MagicBands Now

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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.

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News: Free Disney World MagicBands Are Officially Gone For Good For Hotel Guests

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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!

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5 Things That Will Be Different in Disney World in January

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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.

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You HAVE to See the New GLITTERY MagicBand in Disney World!

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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!

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Do You Know Why January 1st Is So IMPORTANT at Disney World in 2021?!

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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!

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Missing Disney World? Three Attraction and Event MagicBands Are Now Available Online!

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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.

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PHOTOS: The Grand FINALE Main Attraction Collection Arrives in Disney World!

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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.

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