Affordable Walt Disney World Vacation
THE DISNEY NEWS
June 07, 2006
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Hi Everyone!
In this blog...
* Deals and specials - including FREE SeaWorld tickets!
* The latest news from around the "World" - Did Disney tone down Mission: Space in 2005?
* A Canadian member writes about how surprised he was that he enjoyed his WDW vacation so much!
* A money saving tip for our friends in New York!
=================================================
We continuously update our information and you can find
these current specials in our Addenda:
* Kids go to SeaWorld FREE when you book this vacation
package!
* FREE Dining at Disney's Magical Beginnings program to draw
pre-school aged children during the off season. Extended to
June 25!
* FREE Dining Plan with this Disney package! Save over
$150.00 per day! Extended to June 25!
* Receive a 5th Day FREE when you purchase a Walt Disney
World 4-Day Magic Your Way Base or Hopper ticket with 14 day
Expiration!
* More than 10 ways to win a FREE vacation to Walt
Disney World!
* Deals for the military, teachers, government workers,
nurses, Florida residents!
* Buy one, get one free tickets to Universal Studios and
Islands of Adventure!
* All you can eat at Universal Studios or Islands of
Adventure for less than $20!
* Save up to $40.00 per ticket to Disneyland California!
* Special discounted rates for vacation packages at
Disneyland Paris!
* Las Vegas Hotels & Casinos from $79 per night!
* Cruises to Europe and the Caribbean from $599 per person -
even during the holidays!
--------------------------------
If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here. Members can use the following URLs to log in:
Lifetime Deluxe Member
Lifetime Basic Member
Deluxe Member
Basic Member
NOT A MEMBER YET?
Here's An Exclusive Offer For Subscribers Only! Join our Disney family before midnight, June 9, 2006, and receive a FREE $25 Dining Gift Certificate!
That's like getting your membership for $25.00 less!
The certificate is redeemable at over 7,000 fine restaurants nationwide, including more than 20 popular restaurants in Orlando, like the following:
* Pirates Dinner Adventure: The world's largest and most interactive dinner show is swashbuckling fun for the whole family!
* Arabian Nights Dinner Attraction: Voted #1 dinner show in Orlando, featuring beautiful horses, special effects, haunting music, gorgeous costumes and incredible stunts!
Or use your certificate online to purchase:
* Mrs. Fields cookies, brownies, cakes, muffins, and gourmet treats!
* Fruit Baskets, Gift Towers and Gift Boxes from The Fruit Company!
* Lobsters from Lobster Gram, America's #1 Live Lobster Delivery Company!
* Allen Brothers seafood, hors d'oeuvres, meats, cheeses, and desserts!
* Spa merchandise and spa treatments from SpaWish.com!
Basic and Lifetime Memberships qualify for the Free Dining Gift Certificate. You will receive the web address by email where you can print out the certificate. Click here to join. Enter promotion code "dining" on the order form. Prior sales excluded.
=================================================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"
WALT DISNEY WORLD
"A security expert speaking Monday at the National Fire Prevention Association conference in Orlando said new computer software, paired with video cameras mounted throughout theme parks, now allows security workers to monitor visitors' movements... one new device -- a GPS bracelet for children -- promises to assuage the fear of losing one's offspring in a crowd." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 05/06/06)
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Did Disney tone down Mission: Space in 2005?
"I can't prove it and Disney won't admit it, but I think the company toned down the ride by 2005. This literally is a gut feeling, backed up by data showing far fewer hospital visits by guests." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/04/06)
--------------------------------
Yes, Disney has rules...
"In Disney World even Captain Hook had a sunny smile. There were fairy-tale princesses, amazing 3-D movies - and tons of sugar. His daughters adored it...Then Tim Adams was told he couldn't buy two glasses of wine at the same time."
(Source: The Observer, 05/28/06)
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"6 tips on how to have a great time, even during the busy seasons" at WDW.
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"If you want primitive camping, go to the Ocala National Forest and look for the pit toilets. If you want all the luxuries of home -- and still technically be camping -- go to Fort Wilderness... It's camping without getting your hands dirty. Even a wimp can enjoy it. If you don't have a tent, the Fort Wilderness staff not only will provide one, it will set it up at your site, sweep it out and take it down, too....The only thing missing is room service." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/01/06)
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"Hilton Hotels Corp. announced plans today to build two luxury hotels - one named after the storied Waldorf Astoria hotel - at Bonnet Creek near Walt Disney World with a combined 1,500 rooms." The hotels will be built next to each other and will include a golf course. Opening is scheduled for summer 2009. (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 05/31/06)
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Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar.
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OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD
The Red Coconut opens at Universal's Citywalk
"Grand opening is Saturday night for the lounge, which promises premium dry martinis and filet tips appetizers, a house band that plays Sinatra or Mellencamp, pool patio ambience with art deco flourishes, and an open room look with intimate little seating hideaways."
The Red Coconut is located on the top floor of the former Motown Cafe. The Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. restaurant will occupy the bottom floor when it opens in July. (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/01/06)
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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA
Disneyland Resort Calendar
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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.
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Gord from Canada writes:
"Subject: WDW March 6-12
We went to WDW earlier this month. I was not the most willing member of the family but with two girls 8 & 10 I felt compelled to go along for the ride. Man what a ride it was! I was never much for rides but I am now! The cast members are so helpful. The parks were fairly quiet and they would just walk up to us and ask if they could help.
Being from Alberta Canada it was warm, very pleasant the whole time. Although in Typhoon Lagoon we burned!! The one thing I really appreciated was a washroom at every turn, and each one of them clean. The Pirates venue was closed so we didn't get to see that. Cinderella's Breakfast was awesome. Soarin was just too long to get into, maybe next time. Expedition Everest was just pure rush, I've never heard my daughter scream so loud, ever! Even at her sister! Use the fastpass system, it works. I learned a lot from your website, thank you for all the info you put up."
You're, welcome, Gord. Upon arrival on our first vacation at WDW in 1993 I told the kids to see as much of it as possible since we would not be coming back! I changed my tune quickly after just one visit to the Magic Kingdom. I never imagined what an impact this magical place would have on me and my family!
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Beth, our travel agent, writes:
"I recently saw a note in an Affordable Disney newsletter from a reader who commented that Pop Century resort didn't share buses with other resorts, while a friend of hers that stayed at "another moderate resort" said their bus DID pick up elsewhere. I feel that this needs a little clarification. First, Pop Century isn't a moderate resort; it's in the "value resort" category - and don't let the $116 per night price tag mentioned scare you off... The value resorts start off as low as $79 a night at certain times of the year. It's true that while Pop Century buses usually don't service any other resort, the buses servicing the All Star resorts often stop at two or even all three in that group. Usually, though, that's only outside park opening and closing times when each resort is less likely to have need of a full bus.
I should also mention that Port Orleans Riverside and Port Orleans French Quarter, while treated as separate resorts in some ways, are treated as one big resort in others. In addition to being able to use the pools at both sides, guests will often find that park buses stop first at French Quarter and then make the 4-stop loop at Riverside. (This is but one of the reasons that I prefer French Quarter personally.) If you ARE staying at Riverside, though, consider heading to the stop in front of the main building - or even walking over to French Quarter - during peak morning hours to increase your chances of getting a seat." =================================================
MONEY SAVING TIP FOR OUR FRIENDS IN NEW YORK
Here's a free site where you can find discounts at New York City's top restaurants, cafes and fast food eateries.
=================================================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
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! To check out the bargains, click here.
--------------------------------
Got Coupons?
With the Orlando Entertainment Book, you can save big on travel, groceries, shopping, movie tickets, and more! Save at hotels and restaurants near Walt Disney World, on car rental, airfare, admission to Universal Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa! 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! Donna and I bought a beautiful 5-piece set of Samsonite luggage for our daughter for Christmas for $144! 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.
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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.
=============================================
June 07, 2006
Copyright © 1999 - 2006 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
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: You can also subscribe to our blog at MSN! Add to My MSN!
=================================================
Hi Everyone!
In this blog...
* Deals and specials - including FREE SeaWorld tickets!
* The latest news from around the "World" - Did Disney tone down Mission: Space in 2005?
* A Canadian member writes about how surprised he was that he enjoyed his WDW vacation so much!
* A money saving tip for our friends in New York!
=================================================
We continuously update our information and you can find
these current specials in our Addenda:
* Kids go to SeaWorld FREE when you book this vacation
package!
* FREE Dining at Disney's Magical Beginnings program to draw
pre-school aged children during the off season. Extended to
June 25!
* FREE Dining Plan with this Disney package! Save over
$150.00 per day! Extended to June 25!
* Receive a 5th Day FREE when you purchase a Walt Disney
World 4-Day Magic Your Way Base or Hopper ticket with 14 day
Expiration!
* More than 10 ways to win a FREE vacation to Walt
Disney World!
* Deals for the military, teachers, government workers,
nurses, Florida residents!
* Buy one, get one free tickets to Universal Studios and
Islands of Adventure!
* All you can eat at Universal Studios or Islands of
Adventure for less than $20!
* Save up to $40.00 per ticket to Disneyland California!
* Special discounted rates for vacation packages at
Disneyland Paris!
* Las Vegas Hotels & Casinos from $79 per night!
* Cruises to Europe and the Caribbean from $599 per person -
even during the holidays!
--------------------------------
If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here. Members can use the following URLs to log in:
Lifetime Deluxe Member
Lifetime Basic Member
Deluxe Member
Basic Member
NOT A MEMBER YET?
Here's An Exclusive Offer For Subscribers Only! Join our Disney family before midnight, June 9, 2006, and receive a FREE $25 Dining Gift Certificate!
That's like getting your membership for $25.00 less!
The certificate is redeemable at over 7,000 fine restaurants nationwide, including more than 20 popular restaurants in Orlando, like the following:
* Pirates Dinner Adventure: The world's largest and most interactive dinner show is swashbuckling fun for the whole family!
* Arabian Nights Dinner Attraction: Voted #1 dinner show in Orlando, featuring beautiful horses, special effects, haunting music, gorgeous costumes and incredible stunts!
Or use your certificate online to purchase:
* Mrs. Fields cookies, brownies, cakes, muffins, and gourmet treats!
* Fruit Baskets, Gift Towers and Gift Boxes from The Fruit Company!
* Lobsters from Lobster Gram, America's #1 Live Lobster Delivery Company!
* Allen Brothers seafood, hors d'oeuvres, meats, cheeses, and desserts!
* Spa merchandise and spa treatments from SpaWish.com!
Basic and Lifetime Memberships qualify for the Free Dining Gift Certificate. You will receive the web address by email where you can print out the certificate. Click here to join. Enter promotion code "dining" on the order form. Prior sales excluded.
=================================================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"
WALT DISNEY WORLD
"A security expert speaking Monday at the National Fire Prevention Association conference in Orlando said new computer software, paired with video cameras mounted throughout theme parks, now allows security workers to monitor visitors' movements... one new device -- a GPS bracelet for children -- promises to assuage the fear of losing one's offspring in a crowd." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 05/06/06)
--------------------------------
Did Disney tone down Mission: Space in 2005?
"I can't prove it and Disney won't admit it, but I think the company toned down the ride by 2005. This literally is a gut feeling, backed up by data showing far fewer hospital visits by guests." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/04/06)
--------------------------------
Yes, Disney has rules...
"In Disney World even Captain Hook had a sunny smile. There were fairy-tale princesses, amazing 3-D movies - and tons of sugar. His daughters adored it...Then Tim Adams was told he couldn't buy two glasses of wine at the same time."
(Source: The Observer, 05/28/06)
--------------------------------
"6 tips on how to have a great time, even during the busy seasons" at WDW.
--------------------------------
"If you want primitive camping, go to the Ocala National Forest and look for the pit toilets. If you want all the luxuries of home -- and still technically be camping -- go to Fort Wilderness... It's camping without getting your hands dirty. Even a wimp can enjoy it. If you don't have a tent, the Fort Wilderness staff not only will provide one, it will set it up at your site, sweep it out and take it down, too....The only thing missing is room service." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/01/06)
--------------------------------
"Hilton Hotels Corp. announced plans today to build two luxury hotels - one named after the storied Waldorf Astoria hotel - at Bonnet Creek near Walt Disney World with a combined 1,500 rooms." The hotels will be built next to each other and will include a golf course. Opening is scheduled for summer 2009. (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 05/31/06)
--------------------------------
Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar.
=================================================
OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD
The Red Coconut opens at Universal's Citywalk
"Grand opening is Saturday night for the lounge, which promises premium dry martinis and filet tips appetizers, a house band that plays Sinatra or Mellencamp, pool patio ambience with art deco flourishes, and an open room look with intimate little seating hideaways."
The Red Coconut is located on the top floor of the former Motown Cafe. The Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. restaurant will occupy the bottom floor when it opens in July. (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/01/06)
=================================================
DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA
Disneyland Resort Calendar
=================================================
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.
=================================================
Gord from Canada writes:
"Subject: WDW March 6-12
We went to WDW earlier this month. I was not the most willing member of the family but with two girls 8 & 10 I felt compelled to go along for the ride. Man what a ride it was! I was never much for rides but I am now! The cast members are so helpful. The parks were fairly quiet and they would just walk up to us and ask if they could help.
Being from Alberta Canada it was warm, very pleasant the whole time. Although in Typhoon Lagoon we burned!! The one thing I really appreciated was a washroom at every turn, and each one of them clean. The Pirates venue was closed so we didn't get to see that. Cinderella's Breakfast was awesome. Soarin was just too long to get into, maybe next time. Expedition Everest was just pure rush, I've never heard my daughter scream so loud, ever! Even at her sister! Use the fastpass system, it works. I learned a lot from your website, thank you for all the info you put up."
You're, welcome, Gord. Upon arrival on our first vacation at WDW in 1993 I told the kids to see as much of it as possible since we would not be coming back! I changed my tune quickly after just one visit to the Magic Kingdom. I never imagined what an impact this magical place would have on me and my family!
=================================================
Beth, our travel agent, writes:
"I recently saw a note in an Affordable Disney newsletter from a reader who commented that Pop Century resort didn't share buses with other resorts, while a friend of hers that stayed at "another moderate resort" said their bus DID pick up elsewhere. I feel that this needs a little clarification. First, Pop Century isn't a moderate resort; it's in the "value resort" category - and don't let the $116 per night price tag mentioned scare you off... The value resorts start off as low as $79 a night at certain times of the year. It's true that while Pop Century buses usually don't service any other resort, the buses servicing the All Star resorts often stop at two or even all three in that group. Usually, though, that's only outside park opening and closing times when each resort is less likely to have need of a full bus.
I should also mention that Port Orleans Riverside and Port Orleans French Quarter, while treated as separate resorts in some ways, are treated as one big resort in others. In addition to being able to use the pools at both sides, guests will often find that park buses stop first at French Quarter and then make the 4-stop loop at Riverside. (This is but one of the reasons that I prefer French Quarter personally.) If you ARE staying at Riverside, though, consider heading to the stop in front of the main building - or even walking over to French Quarter - during peak morning hours to increase your chances of getting a seat." =================================================
MONEY SAVING TIP FOR OUR FRIENDS IN NEW YORK
Here's a free site where you can find discounts at New York City's top restaurants, cafes and fast food eateries.
=================================================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
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! To check out the bargains, click here.
--------------------------------
Got Coupons?
With the Orlando Entertainment Book, you can save big on travel, groceries, shopping, movie tickets, and more! Save at hotels and restaurants near Walt Disney World, on car rental, airfare, admission to Universal Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa! 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! Donna and I bought a beautiful 5-piece set of Samsonite luggage for our daughter for Christmas for $144! 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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