Easy Guide to Memory Maker and PhotoPass at Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World photo packages explained
Walt Disney World offers a myriad of photo products to help capture your memories while on vacation. In this guide, I’ll explain the difference between Disney Memory Maker and PhotoPass plus share the different options that are available such as Capture Your Moment sessions and Magic Shots.
What is the difference between PhotoPass and Memory Maker? Great question!
PhotoPass refers to all photo and video-related products and services offered throughout Walt Disney World.
Memory Maker is the product you purchase that allows you to download your photos and videos.
Memory Maker at Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World PhotoPass
You’ll find Disney PhotoPass photographers throughout the Walt Disney World Resort. At select attractions and iconic park locations, Disney’s professional photographers are on hand to capture your unforgettable vacation moments with one-of-a-kind photo opportunities.
Minutes later, your pictures are ready to view in your gallery—online or on the My Disney Experience app.
To enjoy the value and convenience of downloading all your vacation photos for one price, purchase Memory Maker.
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Walt Disney World Memory Maker
Enjoy all the Disney PhotoPass photos and videos from your vacation—plus special extras—for one price.
How much is Memory Maker?
Currently, the advance purchase price is $185. You can purchase Memory Maker for $210 once you arrive at Walt Disney World.
If you would like to include Memory Maker as part of your vacation package, let me know so you can get the advance purchase price.
Memory Maker Tip: If you’re traveling with friends or family who have their own reservations, you can both share one Memory Maker account. Just link your Disney accounts together using the Family and Friends tool.
Memory Maker includes unique photos taken at iconic park locations (like in front of Cinderella Castle), Magic Shots and attraction photos.
Magic Shots – A Disney World PhotoPass Exclusive
Tiny World Magic Shots - Take photos to a new dimension with this 360-degree capture experience. You can find this right in front of Spaceship Earth at Epcot.
Super Zoom Magic Shots - A burst of photos comes together as a dynamic video of you and your family in iconic locations. My favorite location is at Magic Kingdom - go to the end of Main Street USA, to the hub in front of the Castle. Turn right, heading towards Tomorrowland, and look for the photographer.
Classic & Animated Magic Shots - Enhance your photos with whimsical effects to create a magical memento.
Classic and Animated Magic Shots
Walt Disney World Capture your Moment Photo Sessions
This personalized 20-minute private photo session was so popular at Magic Kingdom Park and Disney's Animal Kingdom, that Capture Your Moment is now offered at EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios!
Disney’s Capture Your Moment is a great way to remember your:
Engagement
Honeymoon
Anniversary
Child’s Birth or Adoption
Birthday
First Walt Disney World Visit
Family Reunion
Family Portraits
Graduation
And more!
See more on Disney World’s Capture Your Moment professional photography sessions in my guide here.
Disney World Memory Maker One Day
Memory Maker One Day is available for $69 in the My Disney Experience mobile app once you’ve linked at least one Disney PhotoPass photo to your account from the day to which you plan to apply the entitlement.
You’ll also find Memory Maker One Day at Walt Disney World Resort theme park ticket windows and Disney PhotoPass Centers.
Trying to decide between Memory Maker and Memory Maker One Day?
Memory Maker is a good option if you’re visiting Walt Disney World Resort for three or more days. If you’ll be visiting for one or two days (or only attending a special event such as Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party), purchasing Memory Maker One Day for each day of your visit is the better option for you.
Memory Maker One Day costs $69 per day.
Related to Memory Maker
Guide to Capture Your Moment Photo Package
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Disney Cruise Line Ends Contract with Mears Transportation
On July 1, 2023, Disney’s contract with Mears expired.
For decades Disney Cruise Line contracted with Orlando-based Mears Transportation to shuttle guests between Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando International Airport, and the cruise terminal at Port Canaveral.
Former Disney Cruise Line operated by Mears Transportation
Mears operated the Disney Cruise Line buses for over 20 years but struggled to hire sufficient drivers for both Disney Cruise Line and the defunct Magical Express, a service that provided round-trip airport transfers to Walt Disney World.
On July 1, 2023, Disney’s contract with Mears expired.
Mears began removing all Disney graphics from the buses.
The former Disney Cruise Lines buses are still in service by Mears and are currently being used for group and convention charters, Mears Connect airport shuttle, and as resort transportation at Walt Disney World during peak times.
Disney Cruise Line has now contracted with Academy Bus LLC, the largest privately owned bus company in America.
The new Academy buses will receive the same Disney Cruise Line livery as the former Mears buses.
Disney Cruise Line bus operated by Academy Bus LLC.
Guests will not experience any changes in service and fares will remain the same for the foreseeable future under Academy’s contract.
Disney World has been using Academy to shuttle College Program Cast Members to the new campus at Flamingo Crossings and to support Walt Disney World resort and theme park transportation since 2020.
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Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Voyage Special Offer | Walt Disney World
Combine the magic of a Disney World Resort hotel stay with the unforgettable adventure of a Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser voyage with this special offer!
Star Wars Galactic StarCruiser voyages start around $2,500 per person for a 2-night experience but now you can save up to $700 on a 2-night stay at select Disney World Resort hotels when you book a select Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser voyage.
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Star Wars Galactic Star Cruiser Offer Dates
February 5 through September 30, 2023 — valid for stays immediately before or after your voyage.
Extend your vacation — pair the magic of a 2-night Disney Resort hotel stay with a legendary experience that's truly out of this world.
This offer is valid for the Disney Resort hotels listed below.
You can book a maximum of 2 nights at a traditional Disney World hotel on this offer. Star Wars Galactic StarCruiser voyages are 2 nights maximum.
Save $350 Per Night
Disney's Beach Club Resort
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
Save $250 Per Night
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
Disney's BoardWalk Inn
Disney's Contemporary Resort
Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
Disney's Wilderness Lodge
Save $150 Per Night
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort
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Length of Stay Requirement
Minimum – 1 night
Maximum – 2 nights
Offer Blockout Dates
February 16, 18 and 22
March 12 and 14
April 3, 7, 9, 11 and 13
May 3 and 17
June 12 and 16
July 24
August 9, 15, 19, 21 and 23
Offer not valid on other select voyages
Discounted room offer excludes
Disney’s Ft. Wilderness Campsites and Cabins
Disney World Deluxe Studios and Villas
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Save Now, Sail Later with Disney Cruise Line in Early 2024
Disney Cruise Line Returns to Picture-Perfect Tropical Destinations in Early 2024.
Disney Cruise Line is about to release early 2024 itineraries to the Caribbean, Mexico, Bahamas, and Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay.
Voyages will be from Florida (Orlando and Ft. Lauderdale), Galveston, and New Orleans, and San Diego.
Why book a 2024 cruise now?
I always say that the best way to save on a cruise is to book as far in advance as possible. As stateroom inventory goes down, fares go up and it happens quickly.
Experienced cruisers wait for these announcements and it’s why Disney Cruise Line loyalty club members have early booking perks, ahead of the general public.
Bookings open to the general public on Dec. 15, 2022.
Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club members may take advantage of the following extended early booking windows:
Platinum Castaway Club Members: Monday, Dec. 12, 2022
Gold Castaway Club Members: Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022
Silver Castaway Club Members, Disney Vacation Club Members: Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022
Early 2024 Disney Cruise Line Itineraries
The Disney Dream will begin early 2024 with an assortment of three- and four-night getaways to the Bahamas and five-night vacations to the western Caribbean.
All sailings from Florida will include a stop at Castaway Cay.
Caribbean Adventures from Texas and Louisiana
The Disney Magic will embark on Caribbean adventures ranging in length from four to six nights through the end of January.
Upon returning for another month-long stint between March and April, the ship will sail cruises ranging from four to seven nights to the western Caribbean during the popular spring break period.
New Orleans will welcome the Disney Magic back for a second consecutive year in February 2024 with four-, five- and seven-night cruises to the Caribbean.
Mexican Escapes from California
After returning from its inaugural season in Australia and New Zealand, the Disney Wonder will arrive in San Diego, California in March 2024 for three- to seven-night voyages to Mexico, including the Baja peninsula.
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2 Offers for Disney Cruise Line Available Now
Love a good sail? Here are 2 offers for Disney Cruise Line plus an onboard credit from me!
Disney+ Subscriber Offer
Disney+ subscribers can book a special offer for Disney Cruise Line plus receive an onboard cruise credit from Magical Vacations Travel!
If you’re a Disney+ subscriber, your 3rd and 4th guests sail FREE with two full-fare guests in the same stateroom on select Disney Cruise Line voyages!
This offer available for select staterooms and sailings on the following ships
Disney Magic
Disney Dream
Disney Fantasy
For cruises departing: January 2023 - April 2023
Taxes, fees and port expenses for each guest will be included with your quote. Disney Wish is excluded from this offer.
Onboard Credit Offer from magical vacations travel
When you book with me, you’ll receive an onboard credit to spend towards extras like upgraded dining, spa treatments at Senses Spa and Salon, excursions, beverages and more. The onboard credit is based on the total cost of the cruise. Request your quote today to see what your onboard credit will be!
The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited.
The following sailings are not eligible for this offer:
Disney Magic: Jan. 2 & March 13 & 27, 2023
Disney Dream: Jan. 2 & April 10, 2023
Disney Fantasy: March 11 & 25, 2023
Taxes, fees and port expenses for each guest are will be included with your quote.
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Limited Time Savings on the Disney Dream This Fall from Miami
Now is your chance to save big on a Disney cruise from Miami, Florida onboard the Disney Dream! Save up to 35% for a limited time on sailings this fall. Plus get an onboard credit from Magical Vacations Travel!
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SAVE UP TO 35% ON SELECT SAILINGS FROM MIAMI ON DISNEY CRUISE LINE
Category VGT (Guaranteed). This means you're guaranteed to be assigned a verandah stateroom, but you won't know which one it is until just before your sail date. It’s like booking a hotel room, you’re guaranteed a room and category, but the room is assigned when you check in.
The advantage of a Guarantee booking is that they are priced lower than the traditional rate for that category of stateroom.
4-NIGHT BAHAMIAN CRUISE
November 3, 2022 Disney Dream $728 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.
December 29, 2022 Disney Dream $1,580 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.
4-NIGHT HALLOWEEN ON THE HIGH SEAS BAHAMIAN CRUISE
September 19, 2022 Disney Dream $600 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $109 per person not included.
October 6, 2022 Disney Dream $772 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.
October 20, 2022 Disney Dream $728 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.
4-NIGHT VERY MERRYTIME BAHAMIAN CRUISE
November 17, 2022 Disney Dream $728 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.
December 1, 2022 Disney Dream $720 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.
December 15, 2022 Disney Dream $760 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.
5-NIGHT WESTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE
November 7, 2022 Disney Dream $860 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $122 per person not included.
5-NIGHT HALLOWEEN ON THE HIGH SEAS WESTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE
October 1, 2022 Disney Dream $900 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $121 per person not included.
October 10, 2022 Disney Dream $935 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $122 per person not included.
October 15, 2022 Disney Dream $865 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $121 per person not included.
October 24, 2022 Disney Dream $845 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $122 per person not included.
October 29, 2022 Disney Dream $845 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $121 per person not included.
5-NIGHT VERY MERRYTIME BAHAMIAN CRUISE WITH 2 STOPS AT DISNEY CASTAWAY CAY
November 21, 2022 Disney Dream $1,515 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.
December 19, 2022 Disney Dream $1,270 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $114 per person not included.
5-NIGHT VERY MERRYTIME WESTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISE
November 26, 2022 Disney Dream $860 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $121 per person not included.
December 5, 2022 Disney Dream $870 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $126 per person not included.
December 10, 2022 Disney Dream $905 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $121 per person not included.
December 24, 2022 Disney Dream $1,875 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes, Fees, and Port Expenses of $121 per person not included.
Important Details
Important Details on Inside Category with Restrictions, Oceanview Category with Restrictions and Verandah Category with Restrictions (Category IGT, OGT and VGT)
Valid for new bookings only
Full payment is required at the time of booking for all Guests and is non-refundable.
Full legal names of all Guests are required at time of booking and no name changes are allowed.
Specific stateroom will be assigned at a later time, based on availability.
Rate does not include gratuities or Port Adventures.
Not combinable with Disney Vacation Club Points.
The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited.
This offer cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts.
Rates are in U.S. dollars.
Offer subject to Disney Cruise Line Terms and Conditions.
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