Friday, January 28, 2005

Affordable Walt Disney World Vacation Updates

THE DISNEY NEWS
January 28, 2005
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Hi Everyone,

Last week Angela asked about finding coupons in specific
areas of Florida like Madeira Beach and Clearwater.

Beth, our travel agent, writes:

"John, re: the person that wrote you the comment below, you
might also suggest that they look for the Entertainment book
that applies to that area... The books continue to drop in
price as long as the company has them (until the next
edition comes out), so if you use it just one time it's a
savings in most cases."

There is one available for each of these areas in Florida:

Ft. Lauderdale/W. Palm Beach
Ft. Myers/Naples
Gainesville
Jacksonville
Miami/Florida Keys
Orlando
Pensacola
Sarasota
Space Coast/Brevard County
St. Petersburg/Clearwater
Tampa Book

For a limited time, get $10.00 off! For details, click here.
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NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

"The Wonders of Life pavilion (Body Wars, Cranium Command
and Making of Me) will reopen from Feb 13 to Feb 26. The
Land pavilion is currently closed and will remain closed
until April 1." (Source: screamscape.com, 01/17/05)
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"Irish hospitality and a bit of blarney will be coming to
Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort in the form of
an authentic Irish pub and restaurant. Scheduled to open in
summer 2005, the pub (yet to be named) will feature the very
best of Irish food, flair, heritage and entertainment... The
Irish pub will occupy the building that formerly housed The
Jazz Company. Pleasure Island club admission will not be
required for entrance to the pub." (Source: Walt Disney
World, 01/25/05)
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Disney is now offering 9- and 10-night Magic Your Way
packages. Packages include tickets valid up to 10 days.

Closed for rehab:
Cinderella's Royal Table: 01/28/05-01/30/05

Sandcastle Club Children’s Activity Center will close
January 1 - March 31, 2005 so Disney can refurbish the
Atlantic Wear & Wardrobe Emporium retail location at
Disney’s Beach Club Resort. In the meantime, guest can use
the Harbor Club at Disney’s BoardWalk Resort or any of
Disney's Children's Activity Centers. Call 407-WDW-DINE.
(Source: Promotional email from WDW Resort, 01/25/05)
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A WORD FROM OUR SPONSOR

Our Ticket agent has DISCOUNT TICKETS not available at the
gate or Disney's website! Plus! Great prices on tickets to
other Florida attractions!

NOTE: Disney's new ticket prices kicked in January 2, 2005,
but you still have a chance to purchase tickets at 2004
prices! Our ticket agent writes:

"We will have plenty of 4 and 5 day hopper Plus passes and 5
day regular hoppers at the old system and price. Disney will
be honoring them..."

"I thought I knew all the tips for saving money at WDW, even
being a member of the Magic Kingdom Club for over 15 years,
but just learning about [your ticket agent] saved our family
over $300!!! Thanks." Janet Handy, Bel Air, MD

Details on how to purchase these special passes will be
provided with your Disney access codes as soon as you join
our Disney family. click here.
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DISNEYLAND

"Word's just out of WDI that at least three more Pixar-
related projects are currently in the pipeline for Anaheim.
With two of them slated to be built in Disneyland's Big
Thunder Ranch area, while the third attraction will go out
in the Timon parking lot next to DCA." Expected opening:
2007/2008. There's speculation, too, that the Carousel of
Progress will be converted into a flying saucer ride for
Pixar's little green men. (Source: Jim Hill Media, 01/19/05)
For the rest of the story, click here.

Closed for rehab:

Disneyland Park:
Main Street Cinema January 17 - February 10
Mickey's House at Mickey's Toontown January 10 - February 4
Minnie's House at Mickey's Toontown February 7 - March 4
Jungle Cruise February 28 - May 3
Mr. Toad's Wild Ride February 28 - March 17
Walt Disney Story - Lincoln Theater February 22 - April 15

Disney's California Adventure:
Grizzly River Run January 31 - February 10
(Source: Promotional email from Disneyland Resort, 01/25/05)
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YOU CAN AFFORD DISNEY WORLD!

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That's why we created the ULTIMATE Disney savings site. Save
up to 40% on your total trip. Learn about discounts on
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here. See it all here.
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

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Hundreds of books under $1.00! Shop now for an additional
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Got Coupons?

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can save big on travel, groceries, shopping, movie tickets,
and more! For a limited time, get $10.00 off! For details, click here.
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See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
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