Disneyland to unveil centralized FastPass Kiosk in Tomorrowland

Disneyland plans to unveil a new centralized FastPass kiosk for three Tomorrowland rides as part of a pilot program that will let visitors obtain paperless attraction reservations tied to the Anaheim theme park’s mobile app.

A new centralized Tomorrowland kiosk will distribute FastPasses for the Space Mountain, Star Tours and Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters attractions, according to Disneyland officials.

The new Tomorrowland FastPass kiosk is expected to open in mid-October. Rumors have it will be October 15, 2019.

The new touch screen FastPass kiosk will be located in front of the Tomorrowland Theater. Paper FastPasses will no longer be distributed for the three Tomorrowland attractions. Digital FastPasses for the three rides will be linked to the Disneyland app. Visitors will still only be able to obtain one FastPass at a time at the Tomorrowland kiosk.

The pilot program will gauge visitor usage of and reaction to the new centralized FastPass kiosk in Tomorrowland. Visitors not using the Disneyland app can take a photo of the Tomorrowland FastPass kiosk touch screen with their smartphone to confirm their attraction return time.

The popular FastPass system allows visitors to book return times in advance for their favorite attractions and wait in a shorter line at a prescribed time. Since the late 1990s, Disneyland has distributed the free FastPasses using paper tickets.


The MaxPass which was launched in 2017 lets visitors book digital FastPass reservations via their smartphones using the Disneyland app without visiting a physical FastPass kiosk. This service cost extra and currently cost $15 per person per day. Though paper FastPasses, and this new system with centralized FastPass distribution center remains free with park admission. 

With so many visitors using MaxPass, the need for physical FastPass machines and paper tickets in Disneyland and Disney California Adventure continues to delcine.  Consolidating the FastPass kiosks into a central location in each themed land preserves precious real estate in the parks. It is rumored that 85 percent of guests use the Disneyland mobile app while in the park. 

I feel with the centralization, it might cause some to go back to paper Fastpasses, what do you think? Share your thoughts below. 

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Disney MaxPass to Debut July 19 at Disneyland Resort

We are excited to announce that Disney MaxPass will launch July 19, 2017 at Disneyland® Resort. Disney MaxPass will help Guests to maximize their experience at the Resort by providing unlimited Disney PhotoPass downloads from the day, and by enabling the convenience of mobile FASTPASS booking and redemption times while in the Parks through the Disneyland App.
Disney MaxPass will be offered for an introductory price of $10 a day.  Guests may purchase Disney MaxPass when they purchase their ticket at Disneyland.com, at the box office, Disney Desks at Resort Hotels or Good Neighbor Hotels, or as an add-on through the Disneyland App once they enter either theme park.  Disneyland Resort Annual Passholders will have the option of purchasing Disney MaxPass for the life of their current passport for $75.  Signature Plus passholders will receive Disney MaxPass at no additional cost, as part of their annual passport entitlement.
Since we announced Disney MaxPass in January, we have added two additional Disney FASTPASS locations at Toy Story Mania and Matterhorn Bobsleds, bringing the total number of attractions to 16. Guests will continue to have the option of Disney FASTPASS service at no additional cost by obtaining a FASTPASS return time with their park admission ticket at attraction FASTPASS kiosks.
The introduction of Disney MaxPass is part of our ongoing commitment to providing Guests with opportunities to customize their experiences and make it even easier than ever to create unforgettable memories. Watch for additional updates and examples of how guests can start enjoying Disney MaxPass on July 19, 2017.
Guests are strongly advised to check the day’s FASTPASS ticket availability and other Park details before purchasing Disney MaxPass or using a Park ticket with Disney MaxPass as FASTPASS tickets for your preferred attractions may not be available at the time of purchase or use.  FASTPASS tickets are limited and availability is not guaranteed. FASTPASS tickets may be obtained only while you are in the Parks and may not be available for entertainment through Disney MaxPass. An experience that does not have Disney FASTPASS® availability at a kiosk will not be available using Disney MaxPass. The Disney MaxPass benefit will expire at the end of the day or when the Passport it is associated with expires, as applicable. Disney MaxPass is nonrefundable, nontransferable, may not be redeemed for cash and is subject to other restrictions. Price, terms, entitlements, attractions and entertainment are subject to change or cancellation without notice. Passholders who purchase the Disney MaxPass benefit may not use the value of any separate ticket media toward the purchase price of Disney MaxPass.
Disney PhotoPass service is subject to the PhotoPass terms found in https://disneyland.disney.go.com/photopass-terms-conditions/. Online registration required.  Disney PhotoPass Photos captured during the day your Disney MaxPass is used or during the validity dates of your Passport, as applicable, must be linked to your Disney account and may be downloaded pursuant to the expiration policy at https://disneyland.disney.go.com/photopass-expiration-policy/.  Not responsible for missing, lost or damaged photos. Downloads are restricted to personal use by Disney account holder only and may not be used for a commercial purpose.  Subject to restrictions and change without notice.
Message, data and roaming rates may apply for the Disneyland app. Availability subject to handset limitations and features may vary by handset or service provider. Coverage and app stores not available everywhere. If you’re under 18, get your parents’ permission first.

 

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