DisneyBand+ History & Timeline Adding To Each DCL Ship

Introducing DisneyBand+ Wearable Technology on Disney Cruise Line

Summer 2023 is bound to be action-packed for Disney Cruise Line guests! Not only are we celebrating our 25th anniversary with an exciting array of new, themed offerings, but we are also excited to announce that the popular MagicBand+ technology used at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort will start to make its way to Disney Cruise Line, beginning with a preview opportunity on select Disney Wish sailings before it officially debuts. At Disney Cruise Line, we are calling it DisneyBand+.

With DisneyBand+, you’ll be able to unlock the hands-free conveniences of wearable technology on the high seas for the first time on a Disney cruise. With three Disney Cruise Line-exclusive designs to choose from, DisneyBand+ will be the perfect accessory for your Disney cruise vacation.

Keep reading to learn how the smart features of DisneyBand+ will enhance your cruise experience while providing magical surprises along the way!

DisneyBand+ will make unlocking your stateroom door, charging a sweet treat or a souvenir to your payment card on your stateroom folio as easy as tapping your wrist. And no matter where your vacation takes you, you can be assured that your DisneyBand+ is adventure-proof. Wear it while you cool off at the pool, go snorkeling at Disney Castaway Cay or take a thrilling plunge on AquaMouse!

Even the littlest explorers can experience the magic of DisneyBand+. Children ages 3 and up can also use their bands in lieu of the Oceaneer Club Band to access kids’ clubs including Disney’s Oceaneer Club while onboard and Scuttle’s Cove at Castaway Cay.

Whether you’re meeting a favorite Disney character or striking a pose in front of the iconic Disney Cruise Line red funnel, onboard photographers around the ship are ready to capture your favorite vacation memories. And with one simple tap, you can easily link your photos to your stateroom making it easy to view and purchase photos during your cruise.

The fun doesn’t stop there! Wearing your DisneyBand+ will allow you to discover enchanting surprises throughout your cruise, so keep your eyes peeled for extra moments of magic. Plus, it is rechargeable — making it the perfect accessory for your future Disney vacation experiences, including Disney cruises and visits to Disney Parks and Disney Resort hotels.

Keep an eye on the Disney Cruise Line website as more information is revealed about the first Disney Wish sailings to preview DisneyBand+ this summer before it officially debuts.

DisneyBand+ is an optional add-on and is not included in your cruise fare.

While DisneyBand+ is not yet available for purchase, Guests on select Disney Wish sailings in Summer 2023 will be able to order a DisneyBand+ by visiting My Reservations between 11 and 45 days of their sail date if their reservation is paid in full while supplies last.

Update 5/25/2023

  • Cruised on Disney Wish June 12, 2023 you can pre-order or pre-purchase and use the Disney Band + during your cruise

  • Bands will be $34.99 for plan colors or $44.99 for patterns

Updates 6/28/2023

  • What does the Disney Band Plus do?

    • Open your stateroom

    • Charge anything on the ship (in the shops, lounges, laundry service)

    • Kids can use to check in and out of the kids club

    • Still need Key to the World Card to get on and off the ship

    • Interactions on the Disney Wish

      • Lights up during fireworks show, lights up when Grand Atrium Chandelier changes color, HyperSpace Lounge interaction

Updates 7/6/2023

  • Disney Fantasy sailings on 7/29/2023 will be able to purchase and use DisneyBand+

  • Beginning summer 2023, DisneyBand + is making its debut on the Disney Wish and the Disney Fantasy

Update 7/11/2023

  • Official start date for the DisneyBand+ on the Disney Fantasy is for sailings starting on July 29, 2023

  • Sailing on the Disney Wish or Disney Fantasy? Save $10 on each DisneyBand+ when you purchase in advance! You’ll also enjoy a wider selection of designs. To purchase a DisneyBand+ online and have it shipped to your home address in the US, your reservation must be paid in full. You’ll be able to purchase your band online once you are between 45 days and 11 days from sailing. Pre-arrival offer currently available to US residents only, subject to availability. See terms below for more details.

    • Pre-arrival, online offer available only to US residents with a fully paid reservation on select Disney Cruise Line ships and itineraries. Limit one DisneyBand+ per guest. Order must be placed between 45 and 11 days of the sailing. Credit card will be charged when the order is shipped. DisneyBand+ orders cannot be cancelled, returned, refunded or exchanged—even if the Disney cruise reservation is cancelled. Shipping is available to valid US addresses (including US Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico) only; shipping is not available to PO Boxes, APO, FPO, DPO, United States ports, or international addresses. Prices may vary. Designs subject to availability. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Offer is subject to restrictions and change without notice. DisneyBand+ is sold by Magic Kingdom, Inc.

DisneyBand+ Coming to the Disney Magic

Today 9/21/2023

  • Disney Cruise Line announced the expansion of DisneyBand+ to the Disney Magic beginning with the 4 Night Baja Sailing out of San Diego on October 22, 2023

  • This now makes it available on the Wish, Fantasy and Magic

  • Once paid in full and eligible guests may place orders between 45 and 11 days prior to sailing.

DisneyBand+ Coming to the Disney Wonder

Disney Cruise Line has announced that DisneyBand+ is on sale now for guests sailing on the Disney Wonder starting on March 19, 2024 4-Night Baja Cruise from San Diego!

DisneyBand+ will allow guests to open their stateroom door, charge purchases on the ship and can be used to check kids into and out of the kids clubs. See my review up above.

Guests on eligible sailings are able to purchase DisneyBand+ online 45-11 days prior to embarkation when the reservation is paid in full.

Come March 19th, DisneyBand+ will be available Disney Cruise Line FLEET Wide!!

DisneyBand+ Coming to the Disney Dream

Today 10/18/2023

  • Disney Cruise Line announced the expansion of DisneyBand+ to the Disney Dream beginning on a 5-Night Western Caribbean A Very MerryTime from Fort Lauderdale November 20, 2023

  • This now makes it available on the Wish, Fantasy, Magic and Dream

  • Once paid in full and eligible guests may place orders between 45 and 11 days prior to sailing.

  • Inside the Navigator App there is a countdown until when you can order

Updates for Our Disney Wish Sailing 2023

  • You can not link them in the DCL app but need to use the Disney World App

  • You will still get a Key to the World Card for everyone in the room

  • Port Authorities do not accept the DisneyBand+ must use Key to the World Card

  • Places you will still need the Key to the World Card

    • Edge (because of the special card they get on the Dream and Fantasy)

    • Spa (because they put your Key to the World Card in a box during your treatments)

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