I’m so bummed that this is the last month of the Kill, Refurb, Marry blog hop! I haven’t participated every month, but it’s been close. I always find it interesting to answer the questions and see what others have to say. If you’re not familiar here’s how the blog hop works:
You are probably familiar with the popular parlor game, Kill Boff Marry, where given the choice between three people, you must decide which you’d murder, sleep with and spend the rest of your life with. Well, Melissa Sue from Mouse on the Mind transformed the game into a WDW-themed version called Kill Refurb Marry. She then added a little Blog Hop action so everyone can play along!
This month’s topic is MyMagic+, the new technology system Disney has implemented and involves their app, fastpasses, dining reservations, and much more.
Kill – FastPass+
I’ve made it clear before that I’m not a fan of FastPass+. The reasons are outlined in that post linked, but to reiterate – the standby lines are longer, there are lots of limitations to how many faspasses I can get and which ones, and I have to plan out everything I want to do and at what time before I even leave home. I like the idea of being able to get a fastpass from a centralized kiosk or your phone instead of the machines, but I’d rather do it that day the way they used to be. The whole fastpass+ system is not my friend.
Refurb – My Disney Experience
I tried to open to app to get a screenshot for this post, but it wouldn’t ever load. So I guess that kind of speaks for itself.
This is the app/web site experience that is supposed to keep everything organized and in one place. Theoretically it should keep track of all your reservations and plans. You can even book fastpasses and dining reservations from it. In concept it’s a great idea. The issue for me is that I have a lot of problems with it. The app often doesn’t load when I’m in the parks, or it requires me to sign in every time I open it. Sometimes my plans just don’t show up even when I know I have things booked. If they can get it to work consistently I think it would be great.
Marry – Magic Bands
I’m a big fan of the magic bands. It’s so convenient to have everything all in one place – my park ticket, hotel room key, my fastpasses, even my credit card! And right on my wrist, so I don’t even have to fuss around in my purse to find things. Now if only they could get the annual pass discount card onto the magic band I would be very happy. Plus they come in fun colors you can decorate yourself, or you can buy one of the cool ones that Disney sells.
What do you think of MyMagic+? Will you miss the Kill, Refurb, Marry posts?
Check out what others are saying on the topic here!
When my family and I visited DisneyWorld, we all felt the EXACT way as you. None of us were a fan of the way the Fast Passes worked. However, we loved the bands! I wish Disneyland would adopt this asap because it really is effective. My Disney Experience was so-so for us. At times, we loved it. But given the advances of technology recently, it could be so much better!
As always, love hearing your thoughts Becky!!
I totally agree! I could see Disneyland adopting part of MyMagic+, like the magic bands, but I doubt they’ll have to schedule their rides ahead of time – I just don’t think it would work over there.
Awe. I really liked this blog hop, so I’m sorry to see it go. I actually haven’t tried any of those, but those bands sound awesome. I would like them for other areas of my life so I didn’t have to carry a purse 🙂
Yeah I’m bummed about this blog hop being over! I would totally wear something like this all the time. The key to my car is a smart key so I actually don’t have to take it out my purse when I get near the door, it just senses me and unlocks automatically. It’s the best!
I didn’t mind the fast passes when I was there last…which was like 2 years ago. But the bands are pretty sweet. I didn’t have one since we didn’t stay on property and were only going to disney two days while we were donw there but that would be super nice
Yeah, it is really convenient to have the bands, especially if you are staying for longer periods of time!
This is so awesome! I had no idea any of this was even available. I love the Magic Bands!!! I haven’t been in years so I guess I haven’t been able to purchase them on my previous trips! Thanks for sharing! really helpful post!
Yeah the Magic Bands really only started about two years ago! And if you stay in a Disney hotel you don’t need to purchase one, they send you one for free 😉
What a great tip to use the magic band. That’s new since the last time I was at Disney!
Yeah, it’s a really good addition that they’ve made – things are so much easier!
Sigh. One day I WILL go to Disneyworld, and I WILL be getting one of those bands – so convenient. 🙂
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I know it would be a far trip for you but it’s definitely worth it. If you ever do decide to go definitely let me know, I’d love to help you plan your trip!
I agree with you 100%!!
LOOOOVE the MagicBands, and everything they do, but I can’t say I’m a fan of the FastPass+ at all! It was so nice to visit Disneyland Paris this year and get to use the old FastPass system for a change 🙂
That’s how I felt about going out to Disneyland in California a couple of months ago! It was just like the good old days 😉
It’s been about 4 years since I was last at Disney, so they were still tinkering with the fastpass+ and there were no magic bands. I LOVE the magic bands! what a great idea!
Oh yeah they are great! They first released the magic bands about two years ago. I would’ve hoped they’d improved fastpass+ by then but it still has some major issues in my opinion.
Ha! What a creative and fun game! Maybe I could do this with a few teas and coffees I’ve been drinking. . .
You totally could – and should! I’d love to read it.