Affordable Walt Disney World Vacation Updates
THE DISNEY NEWS
March 16, 2005
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Hi Everyone,
We are pleased to announce two new Affordable Disney
Specials for our members!
AFFORDABLE DISNEY MEMBER SPECIAL AT WDW NOVEMBER 2005
Beth, our travel agent, writes: "We have blocked space in
standard rooms at Port Orleans French Quarter for November 2
thru 22 (inclusive) - 20 rooms per night. The price on
these rooms is $99 per night INCLUDING TAX for up to four
person of any age per room. Given that the "rack rate is
$149 PLUS tax, and the AAA discount is $126.65 PLUS tax, we
are thrilled about being able to offer you these rates.
AFFORDABLE DISNEY MEMBER SPECIAL AT WDW DECEMBER 2005
We have blocked standard rooms at Port Orleans French
Quarter and Wilderness Lodge for November 27 thru December
18 (inclusive) - 30 standard rooms at Port Orleans for $99
per night INCLUDING TAX, and 20 courtyard view rooms at
Wilderness Lodge for $199 per night INCLUDING TAX.
Given that Disney is obviously planning on being much
stingier this year with promotional rates for the general
public, I believe these to be excellent rates; however, if
Disney offers a better rate to the general public they will
honor it for us as well, so you don't really have anything
to lose."
Beth works for one of the largest travel agencies in the
country. She will take good care of you!
Space will be assigned on a first come-first served basis.
So members should log in today for contact info and more
details. If you are not a member, you can join our Disney
family here.
Now... Lean back, prop up your feet, and take a Disney
break!
=================================================
A WORD FROM OUR SPONSOR
Our Ticket agent has GREAT PRICES on tickets to Walt Disney
World and other Florida attractions!
"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
"Plenty of roadside outfits in Orlando promise discounted
tickets, but most of them really want to rope you into a
time-share sales pitch in exchange for vouchers - accept at
your own risk. [Affordable Disney's ticket agent], though,
is legit." The New York Post, November 16, 2004.
FORGET paying too much for your Disney tickets! Keep that
extra money in YOUR pocket! Join our Disney family today.
=================================================
We continuously update our information and you can find
these current specials in our Addenda:
WALT DISNEY WORLD:
* Kids Discount at Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede!
* "Magic Your Way" package from $245 per night at this
Downtown Disney hotel. Includes two adult three-day park
hopper tickets and a standard room. A scheduled shuttle to
all Walt Disney World Resort theme parks is included. This
offer is available until May 31, 2005.
* Free Nights In Orlando! Book one of these hotels and Get a
4th night or 5th night free! Save up to an additional
$1,800.00 with these extras:
>> two for one admission to Arabian Nights dinner theater
>> coupon book from Lake Buena Vista Mall
>> savings booklet from the Mall at Millenia
>> Planet Hollywood preferred seating and $10 coupon
>> two for one admission to Wild Waters water park
>> two for one admission to Silver Springs Park
>> one day of free parking at Park n' Fly for 3-6 nights
>> Bucks Bonus Card from Belz Factory Outlet
>> Festival Bay Advantage Card
Plus! Book 5 nights or longer, rent an Avis intermediate or
larger size car, and receive a free tank of gas! You must
book by March 31, 2005 for travel through May 15, 2005.
VEGAS
* Room Rates start at $79 at this resort & casino! Book
select nights through June 18, 2005 and receive:
>> Tower Deluxe Upgrade
>> 2 for 1 Breakfast Buffet
>> 2 for 1 Frozen Cocktails
>> 2 for 1 Breakfast
>> Souvenir Mug
--------------------------------
Affordable Disney Members should log in at our password-
protected site (The Disney Reading Room) to access the
following:
* our book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World®
Vacation" - 215 printable pages!
* deals and current updates to our book - 86 pages (and
growing!), including:
>> Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, Disney's Vero
Beach and Disney's Hilton Head Resorts - 22 pages
>> Universal and other Florida attractions - 15 pages
>> Disneyland California - 21 pages
>> Disneyland Paris - 15 pages
>> Las Vegas and Carnival, Holland America, Celebrity,
Norwegian, and Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines - 13 pages
* contact info for our ticket agent and travel agent
* discount codes and particulars about all our deals,
including the above mentioned specials
* hundreds of travel tips and money saving strategies
virtually unknown to the general public!
If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=================================================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"
Crush 'n' Gusher now open!
"Just in time to attract spring break crowds, Walt Disney
World launched a new water slide at Typhoon Lagoon on
Tuesday -- a splashy, coaster-like ride that drew oohs and
aahs from children and adults at the water park...
Three 420-foot-long chutes offer different routes with
twists and turns, and water jets propel riders on inflatable
rafts uphill in a few cases, simulating the feel of a roller
coaster... riders who tried it Tuesday said it should be
plenty entertaining for a range of ages, starting at about 5
or 6 years old, based on the 48-inch minimum height
requirement." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 03/16/05) For the
rest of this story, click here.
--------------------------------
WALT DISNEY WORLD
Disney Reservation Center is now open until 10 PM.
Closed for refurbishment:
Disney-MGM Studios: Playhouse Disney - Live on Stage!:
04/04/05-04/10/05
HONG KONG DISNEYLAND
Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel: 400 rooms; rates start at $205
Disney's Hollywood Hotel: 600 rooms; rates start at $128
To book, call 852-1-830-830
DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA
Buzz Light Year Astro Blasters (same as in WDW) opens March 17.
(Source: Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort,
03/15/05)
--------------------------------
Central Florida spas failed to show up on the list of the 10
most requested spas at Spafinder.com.
The construction of Soarin' Over California at the Land
pavilion at Epcot should be completed by the end of April,
with a soft opening around then and the official opening
early May.
Passengers will soon be able to take Ted, the discount
airline, from Chicago, Denver and Washington to Florida.
(Source: Orlando Sentinel, 03/14/05) For the rest of these
stories, click here.
--------------------------------
Here's a beautiful photo tribute to our men and women currently
protecting us in Iraq.
--------------------------------
DISNEYLAND PARIS
Here' a site dedicated to the new Space Mountain: Mission 2.
--------------------------------
HONG KONG DISNEYLAND
"The Hong Kong Disneyland theme park set to open in
September has already booked 10,000 room reservations for
its hotel since it opened a customer call center three weeks
ago, officials said Wednesday." (Source: Orlando Sentinel,
03/09/05) For the rest of the story, click here.
--------------------------------
DISNEYLAND'S CLUB 33
"Tucked away in New Orleans Square behind a tasteful but
inconspicuous door, just next door to the Blue Bayou, is the
entry to a little joint called Club 33...
Club 33 was first conceived of by Walt Disney himself. He
wanted a place where he could entertain personal friends and
VIPs and show off his beloved Disneyland...
Club 33 membership is within the reach of anyone who is
willing to pay the annual dues, and wait... new openings are
few and far between!" For information and application,
write:
1313 Harbor Blvd.
Anaheim, CA 92802
Attention: Club 33
(Source: Disney Insider, 03/09/05)
For the rest of the story and the recipe from its restaurant
for White Godiva, Dark Chocolate Celebration, click here.
--------------------------------
NOTE: Links to newspaper articles change quickly and without
notice. If you receive a "File Not Found" error message,
search the newspaper's archives for the story. Certain
newspapers require a free registration to view their
articles online.
=================================================
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?
Here's a great deal on the 2005 Edition of the Orlando
Entertainment Book, which can save you thousands on travel,
groceries, shopping, movie tickets, and more! For a limited
time, all 2005 Entertainment books are 50% OFF their retail
price or just $12.50 a book! Now you can buy two books for
the price of one and save even more! You could buy one for
Florida and one for your local area! Offers in the 2005
books are valid through November 1, 2005. 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.
=============================================
March 16, 2005
Copyright © 1999 - 2005 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.
=================================================
To subscribe to Affordable Disney's blog, click the following
icon:
Or copy and paste the following URL into your RSS Reader:
http://affordabledisney.blogspot.com/atom.xml
=================================================
Hi Everyone,
We are pleased to announce two new Affordable Disney
Specials for our members!
AFFORDABLE DISNEY MEMBER SPECIAL AT WDW NOVEMBER 2005
Beth, our travel agent, writes: "We have blocked space in
standard rooms at Port Orleans French Quarter for November 2
thru 22 (inclusive) - 20 rooms per night. The price on
these rooms is $99 per night INCLUDING TAX for up to four
person of any age per room. Given that the "rack rate is
$149 PLUS tax, and the AAA discount is $126.65 PLUS tax, we
are thrilled about being able to offer you these rates.
AFFORDABLE DISNEY MEMBER SPECIAL AT WDW DECEMBER 2005
We have blocked standard rooms at Port Orleans French
Quarter and Wilderness Lodge for November 27 thru December
18 (inclusive) - 30 standard rooms at Port Orleans for $99
per night INCLUDING TAX, and 20 courtyard view rooms at
Wilderness Lodge for $199 per night INCLUDING TAX.
Given that Disney is obviously planning on being much
stingier this year with promotional rates for the general
public, I believe these to be excellent rates; however, if
Disney offers a better rate to the general public they will
honor it for us as well, so you don't really have anything
to lose."
Beth works for one of the largest travel agencies in the
country. She will take good care of you!
Space will be assigned on a first come-first served basis.
So members should log in today for contact info and more
details. If you are not a member, you can join our Disney
family here.
Now... Lean back, prop up your feet, and take a Disney
break!
=================================================
A WORD FROM OUR SPONSOR
Our Ticket agent has GREAT PRICES on tickets to Walt Disney
World and other Florida attractions!
"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
"Plenty of roadside outfits in Orlando promise discounted
tickets, but most of them really want to rope you into a
time-share sales pitch in exchange for vouchers - accept at
your own risk. [Affordable Disney's ticket agent], though,
is legit." The New York Post, November 16, 2004.
FORGET paying too much for your Disney tickets! Keep that
extra money in YOUR pocket! Join our Disney family today.
=================================================
We continuously update our information and you can find
these current specials in our Addenda:
WALT DISNEY WORLD:
* Kids Discount at Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede!
* "Magic Your Way" package from $245 per night at this
Downtown Disney hotel. Includes two adult three-day park
hopper tickets and a standard room. A scheduled shuttle to
all Walt Disney World Resort theme parks is included. This
offer is available until May 31, 2005.
* Free Nights In Orlando! Book one of these hotels and Get a
4th night or 5th night free! Save up to an additional
$1,800.00 with these extras:
>> two for one admission to Arabian Nights dinner theater
>> coupon book from Lake Buena Vista Mall
>> savings booklet from the Mall at Millenia
>> Planet Hollywood preferred seating and $10 coupon
>> two for one admission to Wild Waters water park
>> two for one admission to Silver Springs Park
>> one day of free parking at Park n' Fly for 3-6 nights
>> Bucks Bonus Card from Belz Factory Outlet
>> Festival Bay Advantage Card
Plus! Book 5 nights or longer, rent an Avis intermediate or
larger size car, and receive a free tank of gas! You must
book by March 31, 2005 for travel through May 15, 2005.
VEGAS
* Room Rates start at $79 at this resort & casino! Book
select nights through June 18, 2005 and receive:
>> Tower Deluxe Upgrade
>> 2 for 1 Breakfast Buffet
>> 2 for 1 Frozen Cocktails
>> 2 for 1 Breakfast
>> Souvenir Mug
--------------------------------
Affordable Disney Members should log in at our password-
protected site (The Disney Reading Room) to access the
following:
* our book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World®
Vacation" - 215 printable pages!
* deals and current updates to our book - 86 pages (and
growing!), including:
>> Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, Disney's Vero
Beach and Disney's Hilton Head Resorts - 22 pages
>> Universal and other Florida attractions - 15 pages
>> Disneyland California - 21 pages
>> Disneyland Paris - 15 pages
>> Las Vegas and Carnival, Holland America, Celebrity,
Norwegian, and Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines - 13 pages
* contact info for our ticket agent and travel agent
* discount codes and particulars about all our deals,
including the above mentioned specials
* hundreds of travel tips and money saving strategies
virtually unknown to the general public!
If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=================================================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"
Crush 'n' Gusher now open!
"Just in time to attract spring break crowds, Walt Disney
World launched a new water slide at Typhoon Lagoon on
Tuesday -- a splashy, coaster-like ride that drew oohs and
aahs from children and adults at the water park...
Three 420-foot-long chutes offer different routes with
twists and turns, and water jets propel riders on inflatable
rafts uphill in a few cases, simulating the feel of a roller
coaster... riders who tried it Tuesday said it should be
plenty entertaining for a range of ages, starting at about 5
or 6 years old, based on the 48-inch minimum height
requirement." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 03/16/05) For the
rest of this story, click here.
--------------------------------
WALT DISNEY WORLD
Disney Reservation Center is now open until 10 PM.
Closed for refurbishment:
Disney-MGM Studios: Playhouse Disney - Live on Stage!:
04/04/05-04/10/05
HONG KONG DISNEYLAND
Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel: 400 rooms; rates start at $205
Disney's Hollywood Hotel: 600 rooms; rates start at $128
To book, call 852-1-830-830
DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA
Buzz Light Year Astro Blasters (same as in WDW) opens March 17.
(Source: Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort,
03/15/05)
--------------------------------
Central Florida spas failed to show up on the list of the 10
most requested spas at Spafinder.com.
The construction of Soarin' Over California at the Land
pavilion at Epcot should be completed by the end of April,
with a soft opening around then and the official opening
early May.
Passengers will soon be able to take Ted, the discount
airline, from Chicago, Denver and Washington to Florida.
(Source: Orlando Sentinel, 03/14/05) For the rest of these
stories, click here.
--------------------------------
Here's a beautiful photo tribute to our men and women currently
protecting us in Iraq.
--------------------------------
DISNEYLAND PARIS
Here' a site dedicated to the new Space Mountain: Mission 2.
--------------------------------
HONG KONG DISNEYLAND
"The Hong Kong Disneyland theme park set to open in
September has already booked 10,000 room reservations for
its hotel since it opened a customer call center three weeks
ago, officials said Wednesday." (Source: Orlando Sentinel,
03/09/05) For the rest of the story, click here.
--------------------------------
DISNEYLAND'S CLUB 33
"Tucked away in New Orleans Square behind a tasteful but
inconspicuous door, just next door to the Blue Bayou, is the
entry to a little joint called Club 33...
Club 33 was first conceived of by Walt Disney himself. He
wanted a place where he could entertain personal friends and
VIPs and show off his beloved Disneyland...
Club 33 membership is within the reach of anyone who is
willing to pay the annual dues, and wait... new openings are
few and far between!" For information and application,
write:
1313 Harbor Blvd.
Anaheim, CA 92802
Attention: Club 33
(Source: Disney Insider, 03/09/05)
For the rest of the story and the recipe from its restaurant
for White Godiva, Dark Chocolate Celebration, click here.
--------------------------------
NOTE: Links to newspaper articles change quickly and without
notice. If you receive a "File Not Found" error message,
search the newspaper's archives for the story. Certain
newspapers require a free registration to view their
articles online.
=================================================
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?
Here's a great deal on the 2005 Edition of the Orlando
Entertainment Book, which can save you thousands on travel,
groceries, shopping, movie tickets, and more! For a limited
time, all 2005 Entertainment books are 50% OFF their retail
price or just $12.50 a book! Now you can buy two books for
the price of one and save even more! You could buy one for
Florida and one for your local area! Offers in the 2005
books are valid through November 1, 2005. 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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