Affordable Walt Disney World Vacation Updates
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February 20, 2005
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Hi Everyone,
This just in...
We continuously update our information and you can find the
latest additions in our Addenda:
WALT DISNEY WORLD:
* Luxury Orlando Values With 5th Night Free! Travel dates:
Feb 22, 2005 - Dec 15, 2005. Must book by Dec 11, 2005.
From $400 per person double occupancy for 6 days/5 nights
because your 5th night is FREE. Two fabulous Orlando
resorts adjoin the same spectacular 500-acre estate just
ten miles from Orlando International Airport and Walt
Disney World. Both offer superior dining, renowned spa and
18-hole championship golf course.
* Birthday parties at Universal. A Birthday Your Child Will
Never Forget!
* Enter Universal Studios to ride Shrek® 4-D prior to park
opening!
* Beth, our travel agent, writes:
"I've got some group space blocked on the awesome Mariner of
the Seas from port Canaveral on June 26 (7-night cruise). I
will be returning the space to the cruise line on February
25, so if you're interested in putting your June Disney trip
together with a cruise this is a great one, but I need to
hear from you FAST! (This is one of the ships with the ice
skating rinks and rock climbing walls that you see on TV.)"
DISNEYLAND, CALIFORNIA:
2nd Day FREE at Universal Studios Hollywood!
OTHER VACATION SPECIALS:
* Great Transatlantic Sale aboard this magnificent cruise
ship! Free upgrades from Inside to Balcony on select
sailings! From $1.599 per person. "Awesome deal!" says
Beth, our travel agent.
* Ultimate Escape Package at this luxury hotel and casino:
>> $25 dining credit
>> 15% off spa services
>> Free Tower Deluxe Premium View Room Upgrade
>> Starting at $89 per night based on double occupancy
>> Valid select nights February through April, 2005. Book
by March 25.
* "Spring Renewal" Special at this resort & casino: $99 per
night! Offer includes a $20 food and beverage credit and
FREE upgrade to a PREMIUM view room.
Members should log in for details. Not a member? You can
join our Disney family here.
=================================================
2004 DISNEY TICKETS ARE GOING, GOING...
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.
=================================================
Amber sent us her trip report:
"Hi, John! Just thought I'd let you know that we just got
back from our first family trip to Disney World! We spent
the week at Liki Tiki Village and spent 2 days at Disney:
Epcot on Sept 27th and Magic Kingdom on Sept. 29th. Yes, we
survived Hurricane Jeanne on Sunday and still went to Epcot
the next day!
The hurricane had strong winds and lots of rain, but our
building was sturdy so we actually enjoyed the hurricane.
It's probably a once in a lifetime experience for us since
we're from Indiana! The hurricane made for a wonderful trip
to Epcot since there was hardly anyone there! In our party
was me, my 6 year old son, my 2 year old girl, Grandma and
Grandpa.
Epcot opened an hour late due to some clean-up from the
Hurricane. When we got in we went directly to Test Track,
which my 6 year old son loved! The line was 5 minutes long
so we skipped the fastpass.
We got a FastPass for Mission: Space. The fasspass return
wait was for 40 minutes later so we grabbed a bite to eat
beforehand. I was surprised to find my 6 year old loved this
ride, too. He talked forever about how he got to land the
spaceship all by himself!
Wonders of Life was closed so then we went to the Universe
of Energy. The movie had all ready started so we went right
in and watched the last 5 minutes and got on the ride. Even
my 2 year old daughter loved the dinosaurs.
Next, we crossed over to the West side. We started with
Imagination since my son spotted the interactive water
fountains. After playing there for about a half hour, we
walked right into Honey, I shrunk the Audience. (There was
no Fastpass due to no crowd.) Both kids loved this movie. My
son kept saying, "That's real water!"
Next we went to see Figment, but the timing of the car
didn't match the timings of the animations so the kids were
confused. They would see the animations, but we'd be so far
ahead or behind them that they could hardly see them.
Next was the land pavilion. We got Fastpass tickets for the
Living Land ride for 40 minutes later and went to see the
Circle of life. Neither of the kids really liked this movie,
even with the Lion King characters. We'll skip it next time.
By the time we got out of there we only had 10 minutes until
the Living Land ride. Both kids really enjoyed the boat ride
and the baby alligators.
Then we went on to the Living Seas. The kids like the Nemo
room. The adults weren't very impressed. My son was
entranced with the scuba diving demonstration.
Then we went to Spaceship Earth, which of course, we walked
right onto. The kids enjoyed it. We then went back to the
test track and got a Fastpass before heading to Mexico and
Norway for their rides. Unfortunately, Mexico was broken.
However, both kids loved the Norway boat ride. I was
impressed that my 2 year old liked it so much.
On the way out of the park we rode the Test Track 2 more
times, once with the Fast Pass and once with the Rider
Switch Pass since my 2 year old couldn't ride it. My 2 year
old doesn't like load fireworks so we skipped them.
On Wed, Sept 29th, we went to the Magic Kingdom. All
fastpasses were for 35 minutes after you got you're fastpass
and you could get another one in 40 minutes. My kids fell
instantly in love with the Magic Kingdom! My daughter
absolutely loved seeing Cinderella's castle.
Our first ride of the day was Buzz Lightyear. We walked
right on. The fastpass wasn't even available all day. My 2
year old absolutely loved this ride. It was her favorite
ride and she wanted to ride it again all day! My 6 year old
son didn't like it because he couldn't get a very high
score.
Next we walked right on Space Mountain. This was my 6 year
old's favorite ride. I think the dark actually helped with
his fear of big roller coasters! The kids were begging to go
on the Transit Authority so we rode this one next. Both kids
really enjoyed it, especially my 2 year old.
Next was the Indy Speedway. It was interesting that we had
to travel from Indianapolis to Florida just to ride it! We
were lucky enough to be able to "race" each other since we
were side by side. Both kids got to drive and had a blast."
TO BE CONTINUED
=================================================
YOU CAN AFFORD DISNEY WORLD!
If you THINK a Disney vacation costs too much ... WE AGREE!
That's why we created the ULTIMATE Disney savings site. Save
up to 40% on your total trip. Learn about discounts on
tickets, food, Disney merchandise, hotels ON Disney
property, travel, parking, and MUCH more. Too much to list
here. See it all here.
=================================================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Affordable Disney Books
Disney and other new books 50-90% off the list price.
Hundreds of books under $1.00! Shop now for an additional
50% off their already low prices on over 2500 titles. Items
will sell out fast. Don't miss out. Plus! Over 700 videos
have been marked down to $1.99. To check out the bargains, click here.
--------------------------------
Got Coupons?
With the 2005 Edition of the Orlando Entertainment Book, you
can save big on travel, groceries, shopping, movie tickets,
and more! For a limited time, get $10.00 off! For details, click here.
--------------------------------
Affordable Accommodations
Get the guaranteed lowest prices at the Downtown Disney
Resorts as well as at hotels, condos and vacation rentals
outside Disney property. Plus! Receive up to a $100.00 rebate! For hotels, click here.
--------------------------------
Affordable Car Rental
Just enter in your travel dates, select the kind of car you
want, and receive a list of car rental prices at over 12
companies starting with the cheapest price! Click here.
Cheryl writes: "I saved over $200.00 on my mini van rental!!!"
--------------------------------
Affordable Airfare
This service delivers as many as 230 flight options in a
single search - more options than any other travel site.
It's possible to save as much as 80%! To compare prices, click here.
=============================================
See You Real Soon!
John
AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=============================================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information
contained in THE DISNEY NEWS. Always check to be sure. The
views and opinions expressed by others in THE DISNEY NEWS do
not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=============================================
February 20, 2005
Copyright © 1999 - 2005 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.
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icon:
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Hi Everyone,
This just in...
We continuously update our information and you can find the
latest additions in our Addenda:
WALT DISNEY WORLD:
* Luxury Orlando Values With 5th Night Free! Travel dates:
Feb 22, 2005 - Dec 15, 2005. Must book by Dec 11, 2005.
From $400 per person double occupancy for 6 days/5 nights
because your 5th night is FREE. Two fabulous Orlando
resorts adjoin the same spectacular 500-acre estate just
ten miles from Orlando International Airport and Walt
Disney World. Both offer superior dining, renowned spa and
18-hole championship golf course.
* Birthday parties at Universal. A Birthday Your Child Will
Never Forget!
* Enter Universal Studios to ride Shrek® 4-D prior to park
opening!
* Beth, our travel agent, writes:
"I've got some group space blocked on the awesome Mariner of
the Seas from port Canaveral on June 26 (7-night cruise). I
will be returning the space to the cruise line on February
25, so if you're interested in putting your June Disney trip
together with a cruise this is a great one, but I need to
hear from you FAST! (This is one of the ships with the ice
skating rinks and rock climbing walls that you see on TV.)"
DISNEYLAND, CALIFORNIA:
2nd Day FREE at Universal Studios Hollywood!
OTHER VACATION SPECIALS:
* Great Transatlantic Sale aboard this magnificent cruise
ship! Free upgrades from Inside to Balcony on select
sailings! From $1.599 per person. "Awesome deal!" says
Beth, our travel agent.
* Ultimate Escape Package at this luxury hotel and casino:
>> $25 dining credit
>> 15% off spa services
>> Free Tower Deluxe Premium View Room Upgrade
>> Starting at $89 per night based on double occupancy
>> Valid select nights February through April, 2005. Book
by March 25.
* "Spring Renewal" Special at this resort & casino: $99 per
night! Offer includes a $20 food and beverage credit and
FREE upgrade to a PREMIUM view room.
Members should log in for details. Not a member? You can
join our Disney family here.
=================================================
2004 DISNEY TICKETS ARE GOING, GOING...
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.
=================================================
Amber sent us her trip report:
"Hi, John! Just thought I'd let you know that we just got
back from our first family trip to Disney World! We spent
the week at Liki Tiki Village and spent 2 days at Disney:
Epcot on Sept 27th and Magic Kingdom on Sept. 29th. Yes, we
survived Hurricane Jeanne on Sunday and still went to Epcot
the next day!
The hurricane had strong winds and lots of rain, but our
building was sturdy so we actually enjoyed the hurricane.
It's probably a once in a lifetime experience for us since
we're from Indiana! The hurricane made for a wonderful trip
to Epcot since there was hardly anyone there! In our party
was me, my 6 year old son, my 2 year old girl, Grandma and
Grandpa.
Epcot opened an hour late due to some clean-up from the
Hurricane. When we got in we went directly to Test Track,
which my 6 year old son loved! The line was 5 minutes long
so we skipped the fastpass.
We got a FastPass for Mission: Space. The fasspass return
wait was for 40 minutes later so we grabbed a bite to eat
beforehand. I was surprised to find my 6 year old loved this
ride, too. He talked forever about how he got to land the
spaceship all by himself!
Wonders of Life was closed so then we went to the Universe
of Energy. The movie had all ready started so we went right
in and watched the last 5 minutes and got on the ride. Even
my 2 year old daughter loved the dinosaurs.
Next, we crossed over to the West side. We started with
Imagination since my son spotted the interactive water
fountains. After playing there for about a half hour, we
walked right into Honey, I shrunk the Audience. (There was
no Fastpass due to no crowd.) Both kids loved this movie. My
son kept saying, "That's real water!"
Next we went to see Figment, but the timing of the car
didn't match the timings of the animations so the kids were
confused. They would see the animations, but we'd be so far
ahead or behind them that they could hardly see them.
Next was the land pavilion. We got Fastpass tickets for the
Living Land ride for 40 minutes later and went to see the
Circle of life. Neither of the kids really liked this movie,
even with the Lion King characters. We'll skip it next time.
By the time we got out of there we only had 10 minutes until
the Living Land ride. Both kids really enjoyed the boat ride
and the baby alligators.
Then we went on to the Living Seas. The kids like the Nemo
room. The adults weren't very impressed. My son was
entranced with the scuba diving demonstration.
Then we went to Spaceship Earth, which of course, we walked
right onto. The kids enjoyed it. We then went back to the
test track and got a Fastpass before heading to Mexico and
Norway for their rides. Unfortunately, Mexico was broken.
However, both kids loved the Norway boat ride. I was
impressed that my 2 year old liked it so much.
On the way out of the park we rode the Test Track 2 more
times, once with the Fast Pass and once with the Rider
Switch Pass since my 2 year old couldn't ride it. My 2 year
old doesn't like load fireworks so we skipped them.
On Wed, Sept 29th, we went to the Magic Kingdom. All
fastpasses were for 35 minutes after you got you're fastpass
and you could get another one in 40 minutes. My kids fell
instantly in love with the Magic Kingdom! My daughter
absolutely loved seeing Cinderella's castle.
Our first ride of the day was Buzz Lightyear. We walked
right on. The fastpass wasn't even available all day. My 2
year old absolutely loved this ride. It was her favorite
ride and she wanted to ride it again all day! My 6 year old
son didn't like it because he couldn't get a very high
score.
Next we walked right on Space Mountain. This was my 6 year
old's favorite ride. I think the dark actually helped with
his fear of big roller coasters! The kids were begging to go
on the Transit Authority so we rode this one next. Both kids
really enjoyed it, especially my 2 year old.
Next was the Indy Speedway. It was interesting that we had
to travel from Indianapolis to Florida just to ride it! We
were lucky enough to be able to "race" each other since we
were side by side. Both kids got to drive and had a blast."
TO BE CONTINUED
=================================================
YOU CAN AFFORD DISNEY WORLD!
If you THINK a Disney vacation costs too much ... WE AGREE!
That's why we created the ULTIMATE Disney savings site. Save
up to 40% on your total trip. Learn about discounts on
tickets, food, Disney merchandise, hotels ON Disney
property, travel, parking, and MUCH more. Too much to list
here. See it all here.
=================================================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Affordable Disney Books
Disney and other new books 50-90% off the list price.
Hundreds of books under $1.00! Shop now for an additional
50% off their already low prices on over 2500 titles. Items
will sell out fast. Don't miss out. Plus! Over 700 videos
have been marked down to $1.99. To check out the bargains, click here.
--------------------------------
Got Coupons?
With the 2005 Edition of the Orlando Entertainment Book, you
can save big on travel, groceries, shopping, movie tickets,
and more! For a limited time, get $10.00 off! For details, click here.
--------------------------------
Affordable Accommodations
Get the guaranteed lowest prices at the Downtown Disney
Resorts as well as at hotels, condos and vacation rentals
outside Disney property. Plus! Receive up to a $100.00 rebate! For hotels, click here.
--------------------------------
Affordable Car Rental
Just enter in your travel dates, select the kind of car you
want, and receive a list of car rental prices at over 12
companies starting with the cheapest price! Click here.
Cheryl writes: "I saved over $200.00 on my mini van rental!!!"
--------------------------------
Affordable Airfare
This service delivers as many as 230 flight options in a
single search - more options than any other travel site.
It's possible to save as much as 80%! To compare prices, click here.
=============================================
See You Real Soon!
John
AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=============================================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information
contained in THE DISNEY NEWS. Always check to be sure. The
views and opinions expressed by others in THE DISNEY NEWS do
not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=============================================
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