How To Add Family To My Disney Experience
So, you're heading to the Most Magical Place on Earth! Excellent choice! But are you going alone? (Unless you're a secret agent on a solo mission, probably not.) Bringing the family along is where the real magic happens.
And to make sure everyone’s trip is as smooth as a Dole Whip, you’ll want to link them all up in your My Disney Experience account. Think of it as forming your own Mickey Mouse Club…but with slightly less singing and dancing (unless you're into that, then, by all means, sing and dance!).
Adding Your Crew – Operation: Family Fun!
Alright, let's get down to the nitty-gritty. First, fire up that My Disney Experience app or head to the website. Make sure you’re logged into your account, the one that holds all the magic.
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Option 1: The "We're Practically Twins" Method
This is the easiest if your family members already have their own My Disney Experience accounts. Click on "My Family & Friends List." You'll see a big, friendly button that says "Add a Guest." Click it like you're clicking your way to a free churro!.
Now, you've got a few choices. If they already have an account, select "I'll type their name and age." Type in their name exactly as it appears on their account and their birthdate.
If the Disney gods are smiling upon you, their name will pop up like magic! Click "Add Guest". Voila! They'll get a notification asking them to connect. Once they accept, you're officially linked!
Option 2: The "Creating a New Mouseketeer" Method
Perhaps your little one doesn't have an account, or maybe Grandma is a bit tech-challenged (no offense, Grandmas!). That's totally fine! Choose the "Create an account for them" option.
Fill in their details: name, birthdate, and a way to contact them (usually an email address). Now they exist in the Disney digital world!.
A little note: for the younglings, you'll manage their plans through your account. Think of it as being their Fairy Godparent for the day, waving your magic wand and making sure they get to ride It's a Small World at least twice (or maybe not, depending on your tolerance for catchy tunes).
Making Sure Everyone Plays Nice – Permission is Key!
Once everyone is linked, you'll need to decide what level of access they have. Do you want them to see all your plans? Do you want to be able to make dining reservations for them?
You can adjust permissions for each person in your "Family & Friends List." This is important, especially if you're planning a surprise character dining experience! Don't want your little one spilling the beans before they meet Mickey!.
Think of it like giving them different levels in a video game. Level 1: they just exist. Level 5: they can help plan the whole darn trip!
Why Bother? (Because it's Awesome!)
Linking your family to your My Disney Experience account isn't just some techy mumbo jumbo. It's the key to unlocking a smoother, more magical vacation.
You can make dining reservations for everyone, book Lightning Lane passes together, and even share PhotoPass pictures with a flick of your wrist! No more scrambling to find everyone's tickets or endlessly texting to coordinate ride times.
So, take a few minutes, gather the family (virtually, of course), and get everyone linked up. Trust me, future you, sipping a frozen lemonade while breezing through the Haunted Mansion line, will thank you.
Consider using My Disney Experience account, it is the most important tool during your vaction! And always remember to bring a smile, that’s the best accessory you can wear at Disney.
