Affordable Walt Disney World Vacation
THE DISNEY NEWS
July 6, 2005
Copyright © 1999 - 2005 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.
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Hi Everyone!
In this blog...
* New deals and specials
* The latest news from around the "World"
* Karen writes about our WDW Resort Special in November
* Beth, our travel agent, writes about Magical Express
* Billy asks a question about Mickey's Toontown Fair
* This week's money saving tip
=================================================
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 only on a
3-day cruise aboard the Disney Wonder in December, 2005.
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."
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DISNEY CRUISE LINE
Disney Cruise Line Special for Florida Residents starting at
$699 per adult!
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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA
Disneyland Summer Vacation Special: Stay at this friendly
Good Neighbor Hotel and take a shuttle bus to the Disneyland
Resort in just minutes. Packages available from $244 per
person for 2 adults/2 nights, double occupancy. Includes:
* Accommodations
* 3-Day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Bonus Ticket, valid
for same day entry into both Disneyland and Disney's
California Adventure
* One Early Entry into Fantasyland in Disneyland park
* $10 ESPN Zone Arena Game Card
* Mickey's Toontown Morning Madness
* Preferred Seating to select shows in California Adventure
* Collectible Pin & Lanyard
* Luggage Tag
* California Fun Book
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LAS VEGAS
The most spectacular suites the Strip has to offer are now
available this summer at this luxury hotel & casino from
only $149 per night! Valid from June 27 to Sept 12, 2005.
Hurry! Book by July 18, 2005!
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OTHER VACATION SPECIALS
Second Person Flies FREE: Purchase this air and hotel
vacation for two and the second person flies FREE up to
$200.00! Package includes roundtrip, charter air
transportation and accommodations and tax. Minimum purchase
of three nights per booking is required. Minimum/maximum 2
people per booking. Discount applies to qualified passengers
only. Children staying free in room do not qualify for
discount. To receive this offer, make your reservations by
July 7:
From Minneapolis/St. Paul to Las Vegas, Orlando, Cancún, or
the Riviera Maya. Travel between August 1 - September 30,
2005.
From Dallas/Ft. Worth, Detroit and St. Louis to Las Vegas,
Mexico or the Caribbean. Travel between July 1 - September
30, 2005.
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Just Announced: Savings of up to $450 per person off this
cruise line's already great Early Savings fares on select
sailings in 2006. Mariners Society Members receive an
upgrade of up to 3 categories in addition to fares detailed
below. Early booking incentives include dining priority and
preferred stateroom selection. Book by September 16, 2005.
* 5- to 7-Day Caribbean Cruises from $549 - save up to
$300.00!
* 14- to 34-Day Europe Transatlantic Cruises from $1,779 -
save up to $450.00!
* 7-Day Alaska & the Yukon Cruises & CruiseTours from $799
- save up to $200.00!
* 7-Day Mexico Cruises from $679 - save up $150.00!
* 7-Day Canada/New England Cruises from $949 - save up to
$250.00!
* 14- to 22-Day Panama Canal Cruises from $1,749 - save up
to $300.00!
* 8- to 10-Day Mexico Holiday Cruises from $899 - save up to
$300.00!
* 14- to 18-Day Asia, Australia, Hawaii, South Pacific &
South America Cruises from $1,999 - save up to $450.00!
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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.
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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.
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News From Around The "World"
WALT DISNEY WORLD
Walt Disney World College Program
"Each year, 8,000 students come to Disney World to work as
six-month college interns in one of the largest internship
programs in the country... But aside from giving interns
valuable experience, the program is a relatively cheap
source of labor for Disney... Most of the college interns
earn $6.25 an hour, well below the more than $11 an hour pay
for a veteran employee performing the same tasks. Interns
also don't receive any pension or health care benefits like
regular workers." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 07/04/05)
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Disney is testing a new map at the Magic Kingdom
"The Magic Kingdom might seem like a maze for some parents,
but with a new guide from Walt Disney World, navigating the
park could become a little easier. A new preschool guide,
meant to complement the 107-acre park's primary map for
visitors, highlights attractions appropriate for children
younger than age 6." Look for the map at the following
locations:
* stroller-rental area
* City Hall
* guest-relations window
* baby-care center
* Tip Board
* vacation-planning office.
(Source: Orlando Sentinel, 07/05/05)
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"The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is building The
Shuttle Experience, a multimillion-dollar simulator
attraction that will add some high-tech, gee-whiz fun to the
center, adjacent to the nation's space-shuttle launch
operations... The attraction, which will simulate a shuttle
launch and landing, is being built in the same area where a
mock orbiter display is now located." (Source: Orlando
Sentinel, 07/02/05)
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"Walt Disney World and Central Florida's other major theme
parks say they are prepared for medical emergencies, with
hundreds of paramedics and thousands of other workers
trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of
automated heart defibrillators.
But as the recent death of a 4-year-old boy who rode on
Epcot's Mission: Space ride illustrates, reality can
overwhelm training and preparation in the critical first
minutes after an emergency." (Source: Orlando Sentinel,
07/02/05)
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The Art of Disney: Celebration Stamped Cards are now on sale
at the US Post Office.
--------------------------------
'''Tarzan,' the musical, will swing on Broadway next spring.
A lavish stage version -- with a cast of 34 -- will open in
2006 at a theater to be announced, Thomas Schumacher,
president of Disney Theatrical Productions, said Wednesday."
(Source: The New York Times, 06/29/05)
--------------------------------
"The Future of Voice Recognition for the Digital Home has
Arrived!
One Voice Technologies, Inc., developer of 4th Generation
voice solutions for the Telecom and Interactive Multimedia
markets, announced today that starting this summer its Media
Center Communicator(TM) will be featured at the House of
Innoventions exhibit located in the INNOVENTIONS attraction
at Epcot® at the Walt Disney World® Resort in Lake Buena
Vista." (Source: One Voice Technologies, 06/29/05)
--------------------------------
"Jeanine Tesori may compose the score for the Broadway-bound
stage musical Shrek... Shrek will premiere in New York,
though no time-frame has yet been announced." (Source:
playbill.com, 06/27/05)
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CLOSED FOR REFURBISHMENT
Disney's Contemporary Resort South Garden Wing:
May 30 - Oct. 31
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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA
The National Fantasy Fan Club (NFFC) - the Club for
Disneyana Enthusiasts creates the opportunity to meet with
fellow Disney fans from around the world and celebrate their
passion for all things Disney...
Our special celebration of Disneyland’s golden anniversary
from July 9 - 13th at the Crowne Plaza in Garden Grove, CA
offers behind-the-scenes presentations, collectables
information, sneak peeks, games and more."
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New California Attractions:
Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters, Disneyland
Space Mountain, Disneyland
Turtle Talk with Crush, Disney's California Adventure
Knights' Tournament, Legoland
Wild Woods Golf, Legoland
Fear Factor Live, Universal Studios Hollywood
Batman Begins Stunt Show, Six Flags Magic Mountain
Silver Bullet, Knott's Berry Farm
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Closed for Refurbishment
Disneyland Park
Space Mountain: April 10,2003 - July 14, 2005
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HONG KONG DISNEYLAND
"Hong Kong Disneyland started its on-line tickets selling
Friday and its spokesperson said the process had been smooth
so far... People who want to visit the theme park need to
use their credit card to book tickets through the website
of Hong Kong Disneyland. Each credit card can buy at most
10 tickets. The theme park said that starting from Friday,
guests can buy tickets for its grand opening day on Sept. 12
and the first 90 days after its opening."
Source: People's Daily Online, 07/01/05)
--------------------------------
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.
=================================================
Billy writes:
"At Mickey's Toontown Fair what character runs the service
garage? I say Pete and my sister says Goofy. Who is right or
are we both wrong or it is someone else? Can you help us?...
Love your newsletter. [It] helps me out when it is time to
go to Disney World. [Helps] my sister too. It's great just
to sit down and read The Disney News. The News shows how
much time you and your wife put in the paper. Thanks again
for a great newsletter."
It's Pete's Garage! You win! Glad you are enjoying the
newsletter!
=================================================
Karen writes:
"I've been a member for sometime and have gotten some very
good information from your site, but today was the best! I
talked with Beth [your travel agent] and what a deal. My
husband and I go to WDW every November and always stay at
Port Orleans French Quarter. When we saw the price Beth
quoted as $99.00 a night including tax I thought I was
seeing things, but its true and now I only have 125 days
until we'll be in the heart of all the magic again. Thank
you for your wonderful site."
Thanks, Karen, for the pat on the back!
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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.
=================================================
Beth, our travel agent, made the following observations
regarding Disney's answers last week about their new
transportation program, Magical Express:
1. When will I receive my Magical Express documents?
Disney's Answer: Your travel agents will receive your Air
Transportation Booklet two weeks before your flight.
Beth writes: "Actually, we're thrilled to just get them in
time to send them to the client. The printer is getting
better about sending them out, but we still often get them
AFTER the clients have gone, or just right before (with no
time to even express mail them). Fortunately, it doesn't
matter if you have them or not. If you don't have your bags
tagged it only takes a few extra minutes at the counter so
they can collect the baggage information. Everything else is
the same, and the service proceeds just as if all your bags
were tagged."
2. How long is the trip from the airport to the WDW hotel?
Disney's Answer: One hour and 40 minutes.
Beth writes: "Once the bus actually departs the airport, it
should reach the first hotel in about 30 minutes. Most
Magical Express buses stop at THREE hotels, though, so if
your hotel is the last on the list it will (obviously) take
longer. None of the luggage goes on the buses, though, so
they are only stopping for about 5 minutes to let everyone
off and then continue to the next resort. Even if you're the
last stop you should be there within an hour. Buses depart
the airport frequently, so if you've just missed one the
next one will be leaving very soon."
3. When will my luggage arrive from the airport?
Disney's Answer: Allow six hours. Take a small bag with you
for important items while you're waiting.
Beth writes: "I'm told that they are now getting pretty good
at this and, for the most part, luggage should arrive in
your room within 3-4 hours. Of course, if you arrive in the
morning, the luggage won't be delivered until your room is
ready (officially 3:00) no matter how long you've been
there. Taking a carry-on for valuables, medications, and
things you'll need until you get your luggage is VERY
important!"
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MONEY SAVING TIP
NASCAR Cafe
6000 Universal Blvd Suite 743
Orlando, Fl 32819
Universal Area/Citywalk
Phone: 407/224-Race (7223)
Fax: 407/224-2001
Enjoy the fresh catch of the day, a full speed kids menu and
a wonderful variety of desserts while enjoying highlights
from the greatest races of all time.
Get 10% off your entire check with this coupon.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!!!"
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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.
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Affordable Luggage
Save up to 60% on Luggage, Backpacks, and more! Click here.
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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.
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See You Real Soon!
John
AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
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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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July 6, 2005
Copyright © 1999 - 2005 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.
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Hi Everyone!
In this blog...
* New deals and specials
* The latest news from around the "World"
* Karen writes about our WDW Resort Special in November
* Beth, our travel agent, writes about Magical Express
* Billy asks a question about Mickey's Toontown Fair
* This week's money saving tip
=================================================
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 only on a
3-day cruise aboard the Disney Wonder in December, 2005.
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."
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DISNEY CRUISE LINE
Disney Cruise Line Special for Florida Residents starting at
$699 per adult!
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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA
Disneyland Summer Vacation Special: Stay at this friendly
Good Neighbor Hotel and take a shuttle bus to the Disneyland
Resort in just minutes. Packages available from $244 per
person for 2 adults/2 nights, double occupancy. Includes:
* Accommodations
* 3-Day Disneyland Resort Park Hopper Bonus Ticket, valid
for same day entry into both Disneyland and Disney's
California Adventure
* One Early Entry into Fantasyland in Disneyland park
* $10 ESPN Zone Arena Game Card
* Mickey's Toontown Morning Madness
* Preferred Seating to select shows in California Adventure
* Collectible Pin & Lanyard
* Luggage Tag
* California Fun Book
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LAS VEGAS
The most spectacular suites the Strip has to offer are now
available this summer at this luxury hotel & casino from
only $149 per night! Valid from June 27 to Sept 12, 2005.
Hurry! Book by July 18, 2005!
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OTHER VACATION SPECIALS
Second Person Flies FREE: Purchase this air and hotel
vacation for two and the second person flies FREE up to
$200.00! Package includes roundtrip, charter air
transportation and accommodations and tax. Minimum purchase
of three nights per booking is required. Minimum/maximum 2
people per booking. Discount applies to qualified passengers
only. Children staying free in room do not qualify for
discount. To receive this offer, make your reservations by
July 7:
From Minneapolis/St. Paul to Las Vegas, Orlando, Cancún, or
the Riviera Maya. Travel between August 1 - September 30,
2005.
From Dallas/Ft. Worth, Detroit and St. Louis to Las Vegas,
Mexico or the Caribbean. Travel between July 1 - September
30, 2005.
--------------------------------
Just Announced: Savings of up to $450 per person off this
cruise line's already great Early Savings fares on select
sailings in 2006. Mariners Society Members receive an
upgrade of up to 3 categories in addition to fares detailed
below. Early booking incentives include dining priority and
preferred stateroom selection. Book by September 16, 2005.
* 5- to 7-Day Caribbean Cruises from $549 - save up to
$300.00!
* 14- to 34-Day Europe Transatlantic Cruises from $1,779 -
save up to $450.00!
* 7-Day Alaska & the Yukon Cruises & CruiseTours from $799
- save up to $200.00!
* 7-Day Mexico Cruises from $679 - save up $150.00!
* 7-Day Canada/New England Cruises from $949 - save up to
$250.00!
* 14- to 22-Day Panama Canal Cruises from $1,749 - save up
to $300.00!
* 8- to 10-Day Mexico Holiday Cruises from $899 - save up to
$300.00!
* 14- to 18-Day Asia, Australia, Hawaii, South Pacific &
South America Cruises from $1,999 - save up to $450.00!
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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
Walt Disney World College Program
"Each year, 8,000 students come to Disney World to work as
six-month college interns in one of the largest internship
programs in the country... But aside from giving interns
valuable experience, the program is a relatively cheap
source of labor for Disney... Most of the college interns
earn $6.25 an hour, well below the more than $11 an hour pay
for a veteran employee performing the same tasks. Interns
also don't receive any pension or health care benefits like
regular workers." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 07/04/05)
--------------------------------
Disney is testing a new map at the Magic Kingdom
"The Magic Kingdom might seem like a maze for some parents,
but with a new guide from Walt Disney World, navigating the
park could become a little easier. A new preschool guide,
meant to complement the 107-acre park's primary map for
visitors, highlights attractions appropriate for children
younger than age 6." Look for the map at the following
locations:
* stroller-rental area
* City Hall
* guest-relations window
* baby-care center
* Tip Board
* vacation-planning office.
(Source: Orlando Sentinel, 07/05/05)
--------------------------------
"The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is building The
Shuttle Experience, a multimillion-dollar simulator
attraction that will add some high-tech, gee-whiz fun to the
center, adjacent to the nation's space-shuttle launch
operations... The attraction, which will simulate a shuttle
launch and landing, is being built in the same area where a
mock orbiter display is now located." (Source: Orlando
Sentinel, 07/02/05)
--------------------------------
"Walt Disney World and Central Florida's other major theme
parks say they are prepared for medical emergencies, with
hundreds of paramedics and thousands of other workers
trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of
automated heart defibrillators.
But as the recent death of a 4-year-old boy who rode on
Epcot's Mission: Space ride illustrates, reality can
overwhelm training and preparation in the critical first
minutes after an emergency." (Source: Orlando Sentinel,
07/02/05)
--------------------------------
The Art of Disney: Celebration Stamped Cards are now on sale
at the US Post Office.
--------------------------------
'''Tarzan,' the musical, will swing on Broadway next spring.
A lavish stage version -- with a cast of 34 -- will open in
2006 at a theater to be announced, Thomas Schumacher,
president of Disney Theatrical Productions, said Wednesday."
(Source: The New York Times, 06/29/05)
--------------------------------
"The Future of Voice Recognition for the Digital Home has
Arrived!
One Voice Technologies, Inc., developer of 4th Generation
voice solutions for the Telecom and Interactive Multimedia
markets, announced today that starting this summer its Media
Center Communicator(TM) will be featured at the House of
Innoventions exhibit located in the INNOVENTIONS attraction
at Epcot® at the Walt Disney World® Resort in Lake Buena
Vista." (Source: One Voice Technologies, 06/29/05)
--------------------------------
"Jeanine Tesori may compose the score for the Broadway-bound
stage musical Shrek... Shrek will premiere in New York,
though no time-frame has yet been announced." (Source:
playbill.com, 06/27/05)
--------------------------------
CLOSED FOR REFURBISHMENT
Disney's Contemporary Resort South Garden Wing:
May 30 - Oct. 31
=================================================
DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA
The National Fantasy Fan Club (NFFC) - the Club for
Disneyana Enthusiasts creates the opportunity to meet with
fellow Disney fans from around the world and celebrate their
passion for all things Disney...
Our special celebration of Disneyland’s golden anniversary
from July 9 - 13th at the Crowne Plaza in Garden Grove, CA
offers behind-the-scenes presentations, collectables
information, sneak peeks, games and more."
--------------------------------
New California Attractions:
Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters, Disneyland
Space Mountain, Disneyland
Turtle Talk with Crush, Disney's California Adventure
Knights' Tournament, Legoland
Wild Woods Golf, Legoland
Fear Factor Live, Universal Studios Hollywood
Batman Begins Stunt Show, Six Flags Magic Mountain
Silver Bullet, Knott's Berry Farm
--------------------------------
Closed for Refurbishment
Disneyland Park
Space Mountain: April 10,2003 - July 14, 2005
=================================================
HONG KONG DISNEYLAND
"Hong Kong Disneyland started its on-line tickets selling
Friday and its spokesperson said the process had been smooth
so far... People who want to visit the theme park need to
use their credit card to book tickets through the website
of Hong Kong Disneyland. Each credit card can buy at most
10 tickets. The theme park said that starting from Friday,
guests can buy tickets for its grand opening day on Sept. 12
and the first 90 days after its opening."
Source: People's Daily Online, 07/01/05)
--------------------------------
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.
=================================================
Billy writes:
"At Mickey's Toontown Fair what character runs the service
garage? I say Pete and my sister says Goofy. Who is right or
are we both wrong or it is someone else? Can you help us?...
Love your newsletter. [It] helps me out when it is time to
go to Disney World. [Helps] my sister too. It's great just
to sit down and read The Disney News. The News shows how
much time you and your wife put in the paper. Thanks again
for a great newsletter."
It's Pete's Garage! You win! Glad you are enjoying the
newsletter!
=================================================
Karen writes:
"I've been a member for sometime and have gotten some very
good information from your site, but today was the best! I
talked with Beth [your travel agent] and what a deal. My
husband and I go to WDW every November and always stay at
Port Orleans French Quarter. When we saw the price Beth
quoted as $99.00 a night including tax I thought I was
seeing things, but its true and now I only have 125 days
until we'll be in the heart of all the magic again. Thank
you for your wonderful site."
Thanks, Karen, for the pat on the back!
=================================================
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.
=================================================
Beth, our travel agent, made the following observations
regarding Disney's answers last week about their new
transportation program, Magical Express:
1. When will I receive my Magical Express documents?
Disney's Answer: Your travel agents will receive your Air
Transportation Booklet two weeks before your flight.
Beth writes: "Actually, we're thrilled to just get them in
time to send them to the client. The printer is getting
better about sending them out, but we still often get them
AFTER the clients have gone, or just right before (with no
time to even express mail them). Fortunately, it doesn't
matter if you have them or not. If you don't have your bags
tagged it only takes a few extra minutes at the counter so
they can collect the baggage information. Everything else is
the same, and the service proceeds just as if all your bags
were tagged."
2. How long is the trip from the airport to the WDW hotel?
Disney's Answer: One hour and 40 minutes.
Beth writes: "Once the bus actually departs the airport, it
should reach the first hotel in about 30 minutes. Most
Magical Express buses stop at THREE hotels, though, so if
your hotel is the last on the list it will (obviously) take
longer. None of the luggage goes on the buses, though, so
they are only stopping for about 5 minutes to let everyone
off and then continue to the next resort. Even if you're the
last stop you should be there within an hour. Buses depart
the airport frequently, so if you've just missed one the
next one will be leaving very soon."
3. When will my luggage arrive from the airport?
Disney's Answer: Allow six hours. Take a small bag with you
for important items while you're waiting.
Beth writes: "I'm told that they are now getting pretty good
at this and, for the most part, luggage should arrive in
your room within 3-4 hours. Of course, if you arrive in the
morning, the luggage won't be delivered until your room is
ready (officially 3:00) no matter how long you've been
there. Taking a carry-on for valuables, medications, and
things you'll need until you get your luggage is VERY
important!"
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