Online Checkin?

[TwoAtDisney]

Is there a timeframe when online checkin can be completed, i.e., no more/less than X days before arriving at the resort?

Any tips for me about checking-in online?

Doesn't online checkin restrict me to the wrist bands rather than a room card key? I prefer the card, but DH likes the band. But, I can live with either; no big deal.

 

[kmb584]

Is there a timeframe when online checkin can be completed, i.e., no more/less than X days before arriving at the resort?

Any tips for me about checking-in online?

Doesn't online checkin restrict me to the wrist bands rather than a room card key? I prefer the card, but DH likes the band. But, I can live with either; no big deal.

You can do online check-in beginning 60 days prior to your arrival date. There are no real "tips" as the process is more or less a virtual front desk, with you providing the information you'd provide with a standard check-in (name, address, credit card information, etc.). Once you arrive at your resort you'll go to the online check-in queue instead of traditional check-in and there a CM will have your packet ready. Online check-in doesn't play a role in the MB/KTTW (room card) distribution, but keep in mind that Disney is in the process of phasing out KTTW and streamlining to a MB only system.

 

[smbowtie]

Is there a timeframe when online checkin can be completed, i.e., no more/less than X days before arriving at the resort?

Any tips for me about checking-in online?

Doesn't online checkin restrict me to the wrist bands rather than a room card key? I prefer the card, but DH likes the band. But, I can live with either; no big deal.

By the end of January, guests at the Walt Disney World Resorts will no longer receive a Key to the World card. All information for your hotel, park admission, and FastPasses will be on the MagicBand you receive when you check in. The schedule for this roll-out looks like this:
Art of Animation - 1/6/14
Port Orleans - 1/7/14
Caribbean Beach, Coronado Springs - 1/8/14
Old Key West and Saratoga Springs - 1/9/14
Wilderness Lodge - 1/10/14
Yacht & Beach Clubs - 1/13/14
Animal Kingdom Lodge - 1/14/14
BoardWalk Inn - 1/15/14
Contemporary Resort - 1/16/14
Grand Floridian and Polynesian - 1/17/14
Fort Wilderess Resort & Campground - 1/20/14