Affordable Walt Disney World Vacation Updates
THE DISNEY NEWS
May 06, 2005
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Hi Everyone!
Beth, our travel agent, writes:
"I now have a PDF file of the revisions to the dining plan.
They've added back all the great World Showcase dining, and
more importantly, it only takes one table credit! Even Le
Cellier, which they briefly changed to two credits, has gone
back to one. Also added are two dining locations at Coronado
Springs, including the Pepper Market which counts as a
counter service location. My hubby had the steak there for
dinner one night, and with beverage, dessert, tax, and the
automatically-added gratuity it came to nearly $30! With the
dining plan, you'd pay $35 per adult per day and would still
have a table service meal and a snack left!
So the dining plan has gone back to being a GREAT bargain
for people that love Disney restaurants, especially if your
children are under age 10. Although the PDF file may not be
representative of the plan details for when you are
traveling (since they are subject to change), I'd be happy
to send it to anyone that asks."
(Affordable Disney members should log in for Beth's contact
info to request Disney's Dining Plan.)
Now...Lean back, prop up your feet, and take a Disney break!
=================================================
This just in...
WALT DISNEY WORLD:
Members of this group should be on the lookout for an Email
Vacation Package Special! The email contains PIN codes for
July and August. The code is good for a 5-night package at
certain resorts in July and August, and the dining plan is
thrown in for FREE! You have to be the recipient of the
email to get that deal, though. If you DID get it, contact
Beth, our travel agent, with your needs AND the PIN code and
she'll grab you a room.
Members of the same group who do not receive the email or
who don't want a package, can also save on WDW rooms July 5
- August 27, 2005. It's $25 off value resorts (per night),
$50 off moderates, and various deluxe resort rates starting
at $124 per night + tax.
--------------------------------
Residents of this state can save $25 off value resorts (per
night), $50 off moderates, and $75 off deluxe resorts.
--------------------------------
Cirque du Soleil Discount! Now through 9/30/05, this group
and up to three guests can save 25% on Category 2 tickets
for La Nouba.
--------------------------------
Stay at this Downtown Disney Resort and get the 5th Night
FREE plus 4-day Disney Park Hopper passes. Rates from
$259/nightly. Save up to 40%! Valid now through Sept 08,
2005. Plus, enjoy complimentary transportation to Disney
Theme Parks, preferred tee times at five Walt Disney World
18-hole PGA championship courses, fabulous resort cuisine,
shopping and entertainment at the Downtown Disney area.
Offer Includes:
* Five-night minimum stay
* Your fifth night is FREE (will be deducted at check-out)
* Deluxe accommodations
* Breakfast for each paid person (including a Disney
Character Breakfast!)
* Complimentary, continuous transportation provided to the
Disney Theme Parks, Water Parks and Pleasure Island
* 4-day Disney Park Hopper passes for each paid person
* Taxes and resort fees
* Additional adults and children can be added to the
package, and each paid person will receive daily breakfast
and a four-day Disney Park Hopper pass.
--------------------------------
DISNEY VACATIONS IN HAWAII AND WYOMING
Beth writes:
"Remember awhile back the news story that said Disney would
be offering vacations to Hawaii and Wyoming this summer?
Well, it's a "go" for July and August (only), but they are
not aggressively advertising it. It's called Adventures by
Disney, and it's a tad pricey - about $8000 plus airfare for
a family of four to Hawaii, but a VERY good value given the
very high quality of hotels and all that's included.
Wyoming adventures are booked solid, but there are still
several departure dates for Hawaii left. An amazing list of
activities is included in the price, as are ground transfers
and flights between the islands, breakfast and one other
meal per day, and more. I'm sure if and when they get around
to promoting this endeavor in future years they will charge
a lot more for it, so if you're thinking about a Hawaii
vacation this summer drop me a note and I'll tell you more."
(Affordable Disney members should log in for Beth's contact
info to request more details about Disney's Hawaii and
Wyoming vacations.)
--------------------------------
OTHER VACATION SPECIALS
Community Appreciation Fares! Special savings on cruises to
the Caribbean, Canada, New England, Europe and South Pacific
for Teachers, Firefighters (including volunteer), Hospital
Volunteers, Police Officers and Active Military. Valid on
select dates now through November 17, 2005. Featuring
spacious, elegant ships, gracious, unobtrusive service,
worldwide itineraries, extensive activities and enrichment
programs, and sophisticated five-star dining. 7 to 35-day
cruises from $599 are per person, based on double occupancy.
--------------------------------
Affordable Disney Members should email me for details on
these latest deals at johngross@affordabledisney.com
If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=================================================
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.
=================================================
News From Around The "World"
WALT DISNEY WORLD
Disney gives to help kids:
This month:
$1 million + to a Central Florida's Boys & Girls Club
Last month:
* $1 million + to a Boys & Girls Club in Anaheim, Calif. and
its national offices
* $600,000 to 35 nonprofit groups in Central Florida
* $50,000 community-service award to the Boys & Girls Clubs
(Source: Orlando Sentinel. 05/06/05) For the rest of the
story, click here.
--------------------------------
For "behind-the-scenes nuggets," click here.
--------------------------------
"A team of Walt Disney World officials and more than 20
renowned scientists will spend two months in the Himalayas
this fall, gathering geological and cultural data that
they'll use to authenticate Disney's newest Animal Kingdom
attraction, Expedition Everest... By studying the region --
and its insects, birds, plants and people -- Disney
officials say they'll be better equipped to give visitors an
accurate portrayal of the Himalayas." (Source: Orlando
Sentinel. 05/06/05) For the rest of the story, click here.
--------------------------------
While in Orlando on Wednesday, Disney executives discussed
their planned expansion in Asia. Click here.
--------------------------------
"Disneyland's 50th-birthday bash kicks off around the world
this week -- and big crowds are expected -- but some of the
company's faithful fans will be sitting it out in Central
Florida." (Source: Orlando Sentinel. 05/04/05) For the rest
of the story, 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.
=================================================
Brenda writes:
"Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I can not tell you how
awesome your website has been. In October of 2004 I was
married and had always dreamt of a Disney wedding, which was
way out of reach for us. Your website provided us with [the
Florida minister's] information and made that dream
possible. so on 10/03/04 we were able to get married in a
beautiful, reasonably priced ceremony in Orlando. I can
wait to get back on your site. Thanks again!!!!"
Thank you, Brenda, for your generous comments! Donna and I
are celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary this year. May
your marriage be as blessed as ours has been.
=================================================
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
Have Dinner On Us!
For every person you send to our site who becomes a member
of our Disney family, we'll send you a $10.00 electronic
gift certificate from Restaurant.com! Use your certificate
to purchase dining certificates online that are redeemable
at thousands of restaurants across the USA, including those
in Florida! Have your referral include your NAME AND EMAIL
ADDRESS in the comment box when she joins so we know where
to send your gift certificate via email. Note: Gift
Certificates are redeemable only by residents of the U.S.
and Puerto Rico.
--------------------------------
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.
--------------------------------
Affordable Luggage
Save up to 60% on Luggage, Backpacks, and more! Click here.
--------------------------------
Own a piece of the Magic Kingdom
Disney framed stock certificates are works of art. They
feature Walt Disney and the Disney characters. Unlike stock
brokers that require you to purchase several shares of
stock, OneShare sells one share of stock and mails you the
certificate. You can frame the stock certificate yourself or
OneShare will frame if for you at a nominal cost. 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.
=============================================
May 06, 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:
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: You can also subscribe to our blog at MSN! Add to My MSN!
=================================================
Hi Everyone!
Beth, our travel agent, writes:
"I now have a PDF file of the revisions to the dining plan.
They've added back all the great World Showcase dining, and
more importantly, it only takes one table credit! Even Le
Cellier, which they briefly changed to two credits, has gone
back to one. Also added are two dining locations at Coronado
Springs, including the Pepper Market which counts as a
counter service location. My hubby had the steak there for
dinner one night, and with beverage, dessert, tax, and the
automatically-added gratuity it came to nearly $30! With the
dining plan, you'd pay $35 per adult per day and would still
have a table service meal and a snack left!
So the dining plan has gone back to being a GREAT bargain
for people that love Disney restaurants, especially if your
children are under age 10. Although the PDF file may not be
representative of the plan details for when you are
traveling (since they are subject to change), I'd be happy
to send it to anyone that asks."
(Affordable Disney members should log in for Beth's contact
info to request Disney's Dining Plan.)
Now...Lean back, prop up your feet, and take a Disney break!
=================================================
This just in...
WALT DISNEY WORLD:
Members of this group should be on the lookout for an Email
Vacation Package Special! The email contains PIN codes for
July and August. The code is good for a 5-night package at
certain resorts in July and August, and the dining plan is
thrown in for FREE! You have to be the recipient of the
email to get that deal, though. If you DID get it, contact
Beth, our travel agent, with your needs AND the PIN code and
she'll grab you a room.
Members of the same group who do not receive the email or
who don't want a package, can also save on WDW rooms July 5
- August 27, 2005. It's $25 off value resorts (per night),
$50 off moderates, and various deluxe resort rates starting
at $124 per night + tax.
--------------------------------
Residents of this state can save $25 off value resorts (per
night), $50 off moderates, and $75 off deluxe resorts.
--------------------------------
Cirque du Soleil Discount! Now through 9/30/05, this group
and up to three guests can save 25% on Category 2 tickets
for La Nouba.
--------------------------------
Stay at this Downtown Disney Resort and get the 5th Night
FREE plus 4-day Disney Park Hopper passes. Rates from
$259/nightly. Save up to 40%! Valid now through Sept 08,
2005. Plus, enjoy complimentary transportation to Disney
Theme Parks, preferred tee times at five Walt Disney World
18-hole PGA championship courses, fabulous resort cuisine,
shopping and entertainment at the Downtown Disney area.
Offer Includes:
* Five-night minimum stay
* Your fifth night is FREE (will be deducted at check-out)
* Deluxe accommodations
* Breakfast for each paid person (including a Disney
Character Breakfast!)
* Complimentary, continuous transportation provided to the
Disney Theme Parks, Water Parks and Pleasure Island
* 4-day Disney Park Hopper passes for each paid person
* Taxes and resort fees
* Additional adults and children can be added to the
package, and each paid person will receive daily breakfast
and a four-day Disney Park Hopper pass.
--------------------------------
DISNEY VACATIONS IN HAWAII AND WYOMING
Beth writes:
"Remember awhile back the news story that said Disney would
be offering vacations to Hawaii and Wyoming this summer?
Well, it's a "go" for July and August (only), but they are
not aggressively advertising it. It's called Adventures by
Disney, and it's a tad pricey - about $8000 plus airfare for
a family of four to Hawaii, but a VERY good value given the
very high quality of hotels and all that's included.
Wyoming adventures are booked solid, but there are still
several departure dates for Hawaii left. An amazing list of
activities is included in the price, as are ground transfers
and flights between the islands, breakfast and one other
meal per day, and more. I'm sure if and when they get around
to promoting this endeavor in future years they will charge
a lot more for it, so if you're thinking about a Hawaii
vacation this summer drop me a note and I'll tell you more."
(Affordable Disney members should log in for Beth's contact
info to request more details about Disney's Hawaii and
Wyoming vacations.)
--------------------------------
OTHER VACATION SPECIALS
Community Appreciation Fares! Special savings on cruises to
the Caribbean, Canada, New England, Europe and South Pacific
for Teachers, Firefighters (including volunteer), Hospital
Volunteers, Police Officers and Active Military. Valid on
select dates now through November 17, 2005. Featuring
spacious, elegant ships, gracious, unobtrusive service,
worldwide itineraries, extensive activities and enrichment
programs, and sophisticated five-star dining. 7 to 35-day
cruises from $599 are per person, based on double occupancy.
--------------------------------
Affordable Disney Members should email me for details on
these latest deals at johngross@affordabledisney.com
If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=================================================
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.
=================================================
News From Around The "World"
WALT DISNEY WORLD
Disney gives to help kids:
This month:
$1 million + to a Central Florida's Boys & Girls Club
Last month:
* $1 million + to a Boys & Girls Club in Anaheim, Calif. and
its national offices
* $600,000 to 35 nonprofit groups in Central Florida
* $50,000 community-service award to the Boys & Girls Clubs
(Source: Orlando Sentinel. 05/06/05) For the rest of the
story, click here.
--------------------------------
For "behind-the-scenes nuggets," click here.
--------------------------------
"A team of Walt Disney World officials and more than 20
renowned scientists will spend two months in the Himalayas
this fall, gathering geological and cultural data that
they'll use to authenticate Disney's newest Animal Kingdom
attraction, Expedition Everest... By studying the region --
and its insects, birds, plants and people -- Disney
officials say they'll be better equipped to give visitors an
accurate portrayal of the Himalayas." (Source: Orlando
Sentinel. 05/06/05) For the rest of the story, click here.
--------------------------------
While in Orlando on Wednesday, Disney executives discussed
their planned expansion in Asia. Click here.
--------------------------------
"Disneyland's 50th-birthday bash kicks off around the world
this week -- and big crowds are expected -- but some of the
company's faithful fans will be sitting it out in Central
Florida." (Source: Orlando Sentinel. 05/04/05) For the rest
of the story, 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.
=================================================
Brenda writes:
"Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I can not tell you how
awesome your website has been. In October of 2004 I was
married and had always dreamt of a Disney wedding, which was
way out of reach for us. Your website provided us with [the
Florida minister's] information and made that dream
possible. so on 10/03/04 we were able to get married in a
beautiful, reasonably priced ceremony in Orlando. I can
wait to get back on your site. Thanks again!!!!"
Thank you, Brenda, for your generous comments! Donna and I
are celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary this year. May
your marriage be as blessed as ours has been.
=================================================
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
Have Dinner On Us!
For every person you send to our site who becomes a member
of our Disney family, we'll send you a $10.00 electronic
gift certificate from Restaurant.com! Use your certificate
to purchase dining certificates online that are redeemable
at thousands of restaurants across the USA, including those
in Florida! Have your referral include your NAME AND EMAIL
ADDRESS in the comment box when she joins so we know where
to send your gift certificate via email. Note: Gift
Certificates are redeemable only by residents of the U.S.
and Puerto Rico.
--------------------------------
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.
--------------------------------
Affordable Luggage
Save up to 60% on Luggage, Backpacks, and more! Click here.
--------------------------------
Own a piece of the Magic Kingdom
Disney framed stock certificates are works of art. They
feature Walt Disney and the Disney characters. Unlike stock
brokers that require you to purchase several shares of
stock, OneShare sells one share of stock and mails you the
certificate. You can frame the stock certificate yourself or
OneShare will frame if for you at a nominal cost. 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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