Affordable Walt Disney World Vacation Updates
THE DISNEY NEWS
June 22, 2005
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Hi Everyone!
We continuously update our information and you can find
these current specials in our Addenda:
WALT DISNEY WORLD:
A reminder...
* An exclusive deal for Affordable Disney members only at
Walt Disney World's Port Orleans French Quarter in November,
2005.
* An exclusive deal for Affordable Disney members only at
Walt Disney World's Port Orleans French Quarter and
Wilderness Lodge in December, 2005!
"Hi John, I just joined your affordable Disney group. My
wife and I have been planning a trip to Disney World in
December. When we received your newsletter and saw the
prices we were just awed."
* An exclusive deal for Affordable Disney members on a 3-day
cruise aboard the Disney Wonder in December. Beth writes:
"Prices are at least $50 per cabin below Disney's current
pricing, it's a short cruise over a weekend so you don't
have to take a lot of time off work, you can easily combine
it with our great room rates, and the ship is all decked out
(so to speak) for the holidays."
* FREE DISNEY DINING! We have a new Disney World deal that
includes FREE Disney Dining! With a 5-day vacation, a family
of 2 adults and 2 children will save $90.00 per day on
meals! A family of 4 adults will save $140.00 per day or
$700.00 for 5 days!
--------------------------------
Another site that lists Disney timeshare rentals.
--------------------------------
Get UNLIMITED admission to more than 50 Florida attractions,
including Gatorland, Ripley's Believe it or Not!, Titanic,
Wonderworks, Fun Spot Action Park, Cypress Gardens, Kennedy
Space Center, Water Mania, and Daytona USA from $99 for 2
days! Plus! Tickets of longer duration include a meal at a
dinner theater - a $50.00 value! Plus! Purchase before June
30 and save $20.00 per person! That's 2 days unlimited
admission for $79 per adult and $59 per child 3-12!
=================================================
OTHER VACATION SPECIALS
Kids sail FREE on this cruise line! Pay only gov't fees! Any
sailing date (excluding 12/23/05, 12/26/05, and 02/19/06)
either ship, any itinerary, even most HOLIDAYS!
Enjoy a 5-Night Western Caribbean Easter Special on this
Cruise line which sets sail on April 16, 2006. Itinerary
includes Ft Lauderdale, Key West, Roatan Honduras, and
Cozumel from $449!
--------------------------------
Queen Mary 2 Last Minute Sale! Special Savings on select
Transatlantic Crossings in July - November, 2005. Free
Upgrade from Oceanview to Balcony! Balconies from $1,299;
Insides from $899!
--------------------------------
Affordable Disney Members should log in at our password-
protected site (The Disney Reading Room) to access the
particulars about the above mentioned specials.
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
Mike Thomas from the Orlando Sentinel, says that "thrill
rides are risky... But I would much sooner put my family on
a ride at Disney than at a county fair, where state
inspectors do have jurisdiction." (Source: Orlando Sentinel,
06/19/05) For the rest of the story, click here.
--------------------------------
"Elegant Disney restaurant is still a delight... Victoria &
Albert's is satisfying in food and atmosphere -- at about
$200 a diner." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/19/05) For the
rest of the story, click here.
--------------------------------
"Disney fights safety oversight... Park officials say rides
are safe without more regulations." (Source: Orlando
Sentinel, 06/19/05) For the rest of the story, click here.
--------------------------------
"SeaWorld Orlando is planning its first major expansion in
five years -- a 58-acre attraction it hopes to open in 2007,
the company confirmed Friday.
Spokeswoman Becca Bides confirmed the plans but said the
company won't offer any details until the fall. It would be
about a third the size of SeaWorld and larger than Discovery
Cove, the 30-acre park that opened in 2000." Speculation is
that it is going to be a $90 million water park. The article
mentions that Universal may move Wet 'n Wild to its own
property before 2012. It now leases the land the water park
sits on and its lease is supposed to skyrocket that year.
(Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/18/05) For the rest of the
story, click here.
--------------------------------
"Mickey won't carry your bag, and Goofy won't wipe down your
clubs. You might be in the world of make-believe, but there
is nothing imaginary about the quality of golf at Walt
Disney World Resort... [and] the Disney course with the most
wildlife, tranquility and personality is Osprey Ridge."
(Source: golfweek.com, 06/17/05) For the rest of the story,
click here.
--------------------------------
"Authorities were trying to determine Tuesday why a 4-year-
old Pennsylvania boy collapsed on Epcot's Mission: Space
ride and later died... A preliminary autopsy report Tuesday
found no signs of trauma. It may take four to 12 weeks for
the final results." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/15/05) For
the rest of the story, click here.
"When a 4-year-old boy collapsed and died after riding
Mission: Space at Epcot this week, two of the first Disney
employees his mother encountered as she carried his limp
body from the ride were trained in CPR, according to an
Orange County Sheriff's Department report." (Source: Orlando
Sentinel, 06/15/05) For the rest of the story, click here.
"The death of a 4-year-old boy after a rocket-simulation
ride at Walt Disney World Resort has raised questions about
safety on theme-park rides...How safe are these rides, and
how fast is too fast?" (Source: ocregister.com, 06/15/05)
For the rest of the story, click here.
--------------------------------
Here's a review of the new show, "Twice Charmed: An Original
Twist on the Cinderella Story," aboard the Disney Magic
during its California sailings. (Source: ocregister.com,
06/14/05)
--------------------------------
CLOSED FOR REFURBISHMENT
Disney's Contemporary Resort South Garden Wing:
May 30 - Oct. 31
=================================================
DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA
"To commemorate the 50th anniversary, the Disneyland Resort
is serving up a series of collectible dessert plates
featuring designs inspired by the five crowns now adorning
Sleeping Beauty Castle. Guests will receive the collectible
dessert plate when purchasing dessert at several Resort
restaurant locations." (Source: Promotional Email from
Disneyland Resort, 06/21/05)
--------------------------------
Here's a look at Disneyland's nighttime fireworks
extravaganza, "Remember ... Dreams Come True."
--------------------------------
Here are some ideas for dining at Disneyland.
--------------------------------
Disney is raising the price of tickets by $3 next Monday for
admission to Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure.
The new price will be $56 for adults; $46 for children 3-9.
--------------------------------
"Disneyland's Lost and Found collects about 140,000 objects
each year, most of them hats and sunglasses... Anything of
value that isn't claimed is stored in a warehouse and
donated to Goodwill once a year. Workers who discover cash
that goes unclaimed eventually can keep it." (Source:
usatoday.com, 06/16/05) For the rest of the story, click here.
--------------------------------
CLOSED FOR REFURBISHMENT
Disneyland Park
Space Mountain: April 10,2003 - July 14, 2005
--------------------------------
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. If web addresses are broken into more than
one line, copy and paste all lines.
=================================================
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.
=================================================
MONEY SAVING TIP
Universal CityWalk®
6000 Universal Blvd
Orlando, FL 32819
Phone: 407/224-2489
Enjoy 2 for 1 sodas, domestic drafts, house wine, and well
known brands at Pat O’Brien’s®, Latin QuarterTM, CityJazz®,
DECADES® Cafe, PastaMoreSM, Bob Marley's A Tribute to
FreedomSM or the grooveSM with this coupon.
=================================================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Affordable Disney Transportation
Elegance Transportation provides affordable transportation
to Walt Disney World, the Disney Cruise Line, Universal, Wet
'n Wild, the Convention Center, and much more! Elegance also
includes a 30-minute grocery stop at no additional cost.
Plus! Affordable Disney members save up to $10.00 on
roundtrip transportation! For services and rates, click here.
--------------------------------
Don't Leave Home Without It!
Universal offers special deals to Universal Entertainment
MasterCard cardholders. Apply now and receive a movie ticket
with your first purchase! For more details, click here.
--------------------------------
Affordable Disney Books
Disney and other new books 50-90% off the list price.
Hundreds of books under $1.00! Plus! Over 700 videos have
been marked down to $1.99!
Exclusively for Affordable Disney Readers!
Save $5.00 on an order of $35 or more!
Coupon code: bookcloseouts
Coupon password: bargainbooks
Expires: December 31, 2005
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!
All 2005 Entertainment books are FREE when you pre-order the
exciting 2006 edition! Offer expires July 31, 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.
=============================================
June 22, 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
: My Yahoo! users can instantly add our blogcontent to My Yahoo! Add My Yahoo!
: You can also subscribe to our blog at MSN! Add to My MSN!
=================================================
Hi Everyone!
We continuously update our information and you can find
these current specials in our Addenda:
WALT DISNEY WORLD:
A reminder...
* An exclusive deal for Affordable Disney members only at
Walt Disney World's Port Orleans French Quarter in November,
2005.
* An exclusive deal for Affordable Disney members only at
Walt Disney World's Port Orleans French Quarter and
Wilderness Lodge in December, 2005!
"Hi John, I just joined your affordable Disney group. My
wife and I have been planning a trip to Disney World in
December. When we received your newsletter and saw the
prices we were just awed."
* An exclusive deal for Affordable Disney members on a 3-day
cruise aboard the Disney Wonder in December. Beth writes:
"Prices are at least $50 per cabin below Disney's current
pricing, it's a short cruise over a weekend so you don't
have to take a lot of time off work, you can easily combine
it with our great room rates, and the ship is all decked out
(so to speak) for the holidays."
* FREE DISNEY DINING! We have a new Disney World deal that
includes FREE Disney Dining! With a 5-day vacation, a family
of 2 adults and 2 children will save $90.00 per day on
meals! A family of 4 adults will save $140.00 per day or
$700.00 for 5 days!
--------------------------------
Another site that lists Disney timeshare rentals.
--------------------------------
Get UNLIMITED admission to more than 50 Florida attractions,
including Gatorland, Ripley's Believe it or Not!, Titanic,
Wonderworks, Fun Spot Action Park, Cypress Gardens, Kennedy
Space Center, Water Mania, and Daytona USA from $99 for 2
days! Plus! Tickets of longer duration include a meal at a
dinner theater - a $50.00 value! Plus! Purchase before June
30 and save $20.00 per person! That's 2 days unlimited
admission for $79 per adult and $59 per child 3-12!
=================================================
OTHER VACATION SPECIALS
Kids sail FREE on this cruise line! Pay only gov't fees! Any
sailing date (excluding 12/23/05, 12/26/05, and 02/19/06)
either ship, any itinerary, even most HOLIDAYS!
Enjoy a 5-Night Western Caribbean Easter Special on this
Cruise line which sets sail on April 16, 2006. Itinerary
includes Ft Lauderdale, Key West, Roatan Honduras, and
Cozumel from $449!
--------------------------------
Queen Mary 2 Last Minute Sale! Special Savings on select
Transatlantic Crossings in July - November, 2005. Free
Upgrade from Oceanview to Balcony! Balconies from $1,299;
Insides from $899!
--------------------------------
Affordable Disney Members should log in at our password-
protected site (The Disney Reading Room) to access the
particulars about the above mentioned specials.
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
Mike Thomas from the Orlando Sentinel, says that "thrill
rides are risky... But I would much sooner put my family on
a ride at Disney than at a county fair, where state
inspectors do have jurisdiction." (Source: Orlando Sentinel,
06/19/05) For the rest of the story, click here.
--------------------------------
"Elegant Disney restaurant is still a delight... Victoria &
Albert's is satisfying in food and atmosphere -- at about
$200 a diner." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/19/05) For the
rest of the story, click here.
--------------------------------
"Disney fights safety oversight... Park officials say rides
are safe without more regulations." (Source: Orlando
Sentinel, 06/19/05) For the rest of the story, click here.
--------------------------------
"SeaWorld Orlando is planning its first major expansion in
five years -- a 58-acre attraction it hopes to open in 2007,
the company confirmed Friday.
Spokeswoman Becca Bides confirmed the plans but said the
company won't offer any details until the fall. It would be
about a third the size of SeaWorld and larger than Discovery
Cove, the 30-acre park that opened in 2000." Speculation is
that it is going to be a $90 million water park. The article
mentions that Universal may move Wet 'n Wild to its own
property before 2012. It now leases the land the water park
sits on and its lease is supposed to skyrocket that year.
(Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/18/05) For the rest of the
story, click here.
--------------------------------
"Mickey won't carry your bag, and Goofy won't wipe down your
clubs. You might be in the world of make-believe, but there
is nothing imaginary about the quality of golf at Walt
Disney World Resort... [and] the Disney course with the most
wildlife, tranquility and personality is Osprey Ridge."
(Source: golfweek.com, 06/17/05) For the rest of the story,
click here.
--------------------------------
"Authorities were trying to determine Tuesday why a 4-year-
old Pennsylvania boy collapsed on Epcot's Mission: Space
ride and later died... A preliminary autopsy report Tuesday
found no signs of trauma. It may take four to 12 weeks for
the final results." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/15/05) For
the rest of the story, click here.
"When a 4-year-old boy collapsed and died after riding
Mission: Space at Epcot this week, two of the first Disney
employees his mother encountered as she carried his limp
body from the ride were trained in CPR, according to an
Orange County Sheriff's Department report." (Source: Orlando
Sentinel, 06/15/05) For the rest of the story, click here.
"The death of a 4-year-old boy after a rocket-simulation
ride at Walt Disney World Resort has raised questions about
safety on theme-park rides...How safe are these rides, and
how fast is too fast?" (Source: ocregister.com, 06/15/05)
For the rest of the story, click here.
--------------------------------
Here's a review of the new show, "Twice Charmed: An Original
Twist on the Cinderella Story," aboard the Disney Magic
during its California sailings. (Source: ocregister.com,
06/14/05)
--------------------------------
CLOSED FOR REFURBISHMENT
Disney's Contemporary Resort South Garden Wing:
May 30 - Oct. 31
=================================================
DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA
"To commemorate the 50th anniversary, the Disneyland Resort
is serving up a series of collectible dessert plates
featuring designs inspired by the five crowns now adorning
Sleeping Beauty Castle. Guests will receive the collectible
dessert plate when purchasing dessert at several Resort
restaurant locations." (Source: Promotional Email from
Disneyland Resort, 06/21/05)
--------------------------------
Here's a look at Disneyland's nighttime fireworks
extravaganza, "Remember ... Dreams Come True."
--------------------------------
Here are some ideas for dining at Disneyland.
--------------------------------
Disney is raising the price of tickets by $3 next Monday for
admission to Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure.
The new price will be $56 for adults; $46 for children 3-9.
--------------------------------
"Disneyland's Lost and Found collects about 140,000 objects
each year, most of them hats and sunglasses... Anything of
value that isn't claimed is stored in a warehouse and
donated to Goodwill once a year. Workers who discover cash
that goes unclaimed eventually can keep it." (Source:
usatoday.com, 06/16/05) For the rest of the story, click here.
--------------------------------
CLOSED FOR REFURBISHMENT
Disneyland Park
Space Mountain: April 10,2003 - July 14, 2005
--------------------------------
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. If web addresses are broken into more than
one line, copy and paste all lines.
=================================================
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.
=================================================
MONEY SAVING TIP
Universal CityWalk®
6000 Universal Blvd
Orlando, FL 32819
Phone: 407/224-2489
Enjoy 2 for 1 sodas, domestic drafts, house wine, and well
known brands at Pat O’Brien’s®, Latin QuarterTM, CityJazz®,
DECADES® Cafe, PastaMoreSM, Bob Marley's A Tribute to
FreedomSM or the grooveSM with this coupon.
=================================================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Affordable Disney Transportation
Elegance Transportation provides affordable transportation
to Walt Disney World, the Disney Cruise Line, Universal, Wet
'n Wild, the Convention Center, and much more! Elegance also
includes a 30-minute grocery stop at no additional cost.
Plus! Affordable Disney members save up to $10.00 on
roundtrip transportation! For services and rates, click here.
--------------------------------
Don't Leave Home Without It!
Universal offers special deals to Universal Entertainment
MasterCard cardholders. Apply now and receive a movie ticket
with your first purchase! For more details, click here.
--------------------------------
Affordable Disney Books
Disney and other new books 50-90% off the list price.
Hundreds of books under $1.00! Plus! Over 700 videos have
been marked down to $1.99!
Exclusively for Affordable Disney Readers!
Save $5.00 on an order of $35 or more!
Coupon code: bookcloseouts
Coupon password: bargainbooks
Expires: December 31, 2005
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!
All 2005 Entertainment books are FREE when you pre-order the
exciting 2006 edition! Offer expires July 31, 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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