# Multipurpose Amusement Park Wearables Disney MagicBands Let Guests Travel with Less By Joey Haar | Published 2017-02-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-magicbands References: [disneyworld.disney.go](https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/plan/my-disney-experience/bands-cards/) & [wearable-technologies](https://www.wearable-technologies.com/2016/12/wearables-transform-theme-park/) [Walt Disney World Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hey-disney) use technology to make guest experiences as convenient and seamless as possible, and the Disney MagicBands are a great example of this mission. These [wearable bracelets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-emg-wristband) help guests to carry around less while they tour the park, and the bands simultaneously give each individual guest — whether a child or an adult — more freedom to explore. The colorful, waterproof Disney MagicBands serve as all-in-one tools for the various features of the resort. They can unlock one's [Disney Resort](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-genie-service) hotel room, allow for entrance into theme and water parks, and charge food and merchandise purchases. Certain MagicBands also create special surprises for guests, such as light and sound shows when someone uses theirs at specific touch points. The bands are available in eight solid colors, letting guests either match with their group or express their own personality. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Multipurpose Wearable Technology:** A growing trend in amusement parks and other attractions as it enhances the overall experience of guests and provides convenience. - **Seamless Guest Experience:** An emerging trend in the hospitality and entertainment industry that aims to make the guests' stay more enjoyable and hassle-free. - **Personalization:** A developing trend in the leisure industry as it allows guests to customize their experience, creating a memorable and unique trip. ### Who This Affects Most - **Amusement Parks:** An industry that can benefit from the use of multipurpose wearables as it enhances guest experience and streamlines operations. - **Tourism and Hospitality:** An industry that can leverage the trend of seamless guest experience by using wearable technology, creating a personalized experience and enhancing customer loyalty. - **Retail and Merchandising:** An industry that can use the same technology to create a shopping experience that is both enjoyable and effortless. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interactive Resort Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hey-disney.md) - [Silicone Eco-Friendly Wristbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flexi-bands.md) - [Festive Disney Shoe Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mickey-mouse-holiday-jibbitz.md) - [Inclusivity-Fostering Image Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/image-bank.md) - [Children-Catering Voice Assistants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magical-companion.md) - [Wearable Monitoring Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tband.md) - [Wearable Tech Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-smart-wristband.md) - [Interactive Theme Park Murals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinderella-castle-mural.md) - [Neural Interface Wristbands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-wristband.md)