Affordable Walt Disney World Vacation
THE DISNEY NEWS
December 13, 2006
Copyright © 1999 - 2006 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.
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Hi Everyone!
In this blog...
* Deals and specials - save 40% on this ride at the Walt Disney World Speedway
* The latest news from around the "World" - touring Disney's hotels to experience the magic of Christmas
* Deb offer some sound advice for those using Disney's dining plan
* This week's money saving tip - save $10 on lunch or dinner at Universal's Royal Pacific Resort restaurant with this coupon!
=================================================
NEW THIS WEEK
WALT DISNEY WORLD
We now list 28 Sweepstakes to win a Walt Disney World/Florida/Disneyland/Southern California vacation!
Save 40% on a High-Speed Ride-Along at the Richard Petty Driving Experience!
--------------------------------
OUTSIDE DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA
New discounts for Universal Studios Hollywood, Monterey Bay Aquarium, San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Park, LEGOLAND California, and SeaWorld San Diego!
--------------------------------
DISNEY CRUISE LINE
Magical Cruise Rates are the discount rates that Disney offers to those who book early! The latest Magical Cruise Rates start at $429!
--------------------------------
VEGAS
Enjoy the luxury of this Hotel & Casino from $69 per night! Includes:
* Room Upgrade
* 2 FREE Drinks
* 2-for-1 Breakfast
* 2-for-1 Lunch
* Admission for 2 to the Spa
* and more!
--------------------------------
Below are just some of the deals drawn from 53 pages of current specials posted at our password-protected members-only site:
WALT DISNEY WORLD
>> FREE Customized Park Maps for Walt Disney World!
>> Receive a FREE phone call from Mickey Mouse on Christmas day!
>> Holiday Special: Stay at the Swan and Dolphin starting at $159!
>> Discounted 2007 Disney Vacation Packages save you up to $500.00!
>> This group can save up to $80.00 per night on Disney accommodations!
>> This group saves up to $20 at the Value resorts, $45 at the Moderate resorts, $75 at the Deluxe/Home Away from Home resorts!
>> Deals for the military, teachers, government workers, nurses, Florida residents!
>> 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!
--------------------------------
OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD
>> Save up to 25% per night at Universal's Royal Pacific Resort!
>> FREE admission for kids to Tarzan, Lion King and Beauty and the Beast on Broadway!FREE admission for kids to Tarzan, Lion King and Beauty and the Beast on Broadway!
>> Get FREE admission to Cypress Gardens until December 24!
>> Enjoy a suite for only $99 at this themed hotel just 1/8 mile from Walt Disney World Resort!
>> These teachers receive a FREE ticket to both Universal Orlando theme parks!
>> Save up to 40% on Your Fall Getaway! $143 includes a Premium Room Upgrade!
>> New Discounts available on tickets to SeaWorld and Busch Gardens! Good for 6 consecutive days, too!
>> This group saves 40% at Universal!
>> Universal vacation package from $364 per adult, double occupancy!
>> A 7-day ticket to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure for only $12 per day!
>> All you can eat at Universal Studios or Islands of
Adventure for less than $20!
>> Kids go to SeaWorld FREE when you book this vacation
package!
--------------------------------
DISNEY CRUISE LINE
* Three nights from $429!
* Four nights from $539!
* Seven nights Land & Sea from $899!
>> This group receives a $50 onboard credit good for buying merchandise, shore excursions, etc. on their 2007 Disney cruise!
>> New discount rates just posted for Florida residents and the military - rates too low to publish!
>> New discount rate for Canadians - includes stateroom credit, too!
--------------------------------
DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA
* 4th night FREE with this vacation package!
* Adults get in at kids prices with this vacation package!
* Ticket upgrade, tour discounts, FREE photo souvenir for these groups!
* Save up to $40.00 per ticket to Disneyland California!
* Save $10.00 on admission to Universal Studios Hollywood and get a second visit for FREE!
--------------------------------
DISNEYLAND PARIS
>> Christmas Special! 2 nights/3 days from $274 per adult!
>> Bring the kids for FREE with this vacation package! They'll enjoy free accommodations, park tickets and more!
>> Stay one night and get one night FREE + breakfast!
>> This group saves 19 Euros per ticket to the Disneyland theme parks!
--------------------------------
VEGAS
>>Stay at this Resort & Casino from $69! Upgrade to a Suite from $89!
>> Rates from $79 per night at this Resort & Casino include a $50 Holiday Shopping Gift Certificate!
--------------------------------
MEXICO
>> Grand Reopening Special at this Cancun Resort & Spa! Includes $100 food and breakfast credit per room and one free night with a four-night stay!
--------------------------------
BRANSON, MISSOURI
Free Accommodations for the military!
This luxury Branson golf resort community is offering two FREE nights - no strings attached - to active-duty U.S. military personnel on leave from the Middle East. Located just off the Branson Strip, it is conveniently situated between international award-winning theme park, Silver Dollar City, and Branson’s 49 live music theaters.
Reservations will be accepted until January 1, 2008 for stays occurring before February 1, 2008.
--------------------------------
CRUISES
>> Cruises to Europe and the Caribbean from $599 per person - even during the holidays!
>> Inexpensive Shore Excursions and Tours!
>> Luxurious accommodations in the Virgin Islands for only $199 per room per night!
--------------------------------
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
=================================================
AFFORDABLE DISNEY MOVIES AND CD'S
12% off and Free Shipping!
Now through Thursday, December 14!
Click here to check out their last sale before Christmas!
=================================================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"
WALT DISNEY WORLD
This Day in Disney History
--------------------------------
"The Devil Rays and Disney's Wide World of Sports have announced a press conference for Thursday to announce a partnership, and, ostensibly, to officially announce that the Rays will play three regular-season games in Orlando this season." (Source: tampabay.devilrays.mlb.com, 12/12/06)
--------------------------------
"La Jolla, Calif.-based Burnham Institute for Medical Research is getting some pretty nifty incentives -- like a 10-year exhibit at Epcot Center -- thanks to this year's battle to woo the nonprofit organization to build a satellite research lab in Orlando." (Source: bizjournals.com, 12/08/06)
--------------------------------
"The Lion King" is now playing at the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre, 401 W. Livingston St., Orlando, until January 14, 2007. Tickets: $17.50-$67.50. Some tickets are still available for shows through December 31, but your best chance of getting a ticket is to come in January. To purchase tickets, call 407-839-3900 or visit online.
Click here for a review.
--------------------------------
"Loews Hotels will ban artificial trans fats [by June 1] from the food sold in its restaurants, shops and room mini-bars at its 18 hotels in the United States and Canada, including three near Universal Studios Orlando... In Orlando, Loews owns the Portofino Bay Hotel, the Royal Pacific Resort and the Hard Rock Hotel." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 12,09/06)
--------------------------------
"Walt Disney World Co. violated labor laws when it displaced hotel custodial employees last year, a complaint filed by the federal board that oversees labor issues between unions and companies claims... The complaint claims Disney changed working conditions without proper notice and failed to bargain with an employee union last year when 185 custodial workers were displaced." (Source: wftv.com, 12/10/06)
--------------------------------
"Union officials are concerned about the number of jobs being outsourced at Disney. In the past year, Walt Disney World has outsourced nearly 600 jobs to private contractors, and unions that represent nearly half of Disney's workers complain the cuts are unfair and are hurting morale... The Service Trades Council Union, a coalition of six labor organizations at Disney World, [held a rally last Friday to] protest Disney's decisions to give custodial, valet, bellhop, baggage handler, rigger and video tech jobs to private contractors." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 12/08/06)
--------------------------------
Larry Katz, Boston Herald Music Critic, visited WDW mid-November when Disney's Christmas holiday celebrations are in full force. Click here to read his trip report.
--------------------------------
Click here to send a holiday email from disneyworld.com.
--------------------------------
"Instead [of visiting the theme parks], I was heading to some of Disney World's lavish hotels in search of good shopping, even better dining and, most importantly, a little Christmas spirit... Each has that theme park 'theme,' without the crowds or expensive tickets."
Traveling the monorail...
You can visit the Grand Floridian for its beautiful Christmas tree and live music, afternoon tea, and fine dining.
Then it's on to the Contemporary for good food at the
California Grill which also provides a wonderful view of the Magic Kingdom's fireworks.
Next stop, the Polynesian for a taste of the Pacific Islands.
Boardwalk...
Visit Disney's Beach Club to see the chocolate carousel, the Yacht Club to see the candy mountain village, then on to the Boardwalk hotel to visit Santa's Workshop - also made of candy! (Source: news-journalonline.com, 12/07/06)
Non-Disney resort visitors may tour the hotels and shops. We love visiting the hotels. We even created our own tours of the WDW resort hotels so you can join in the fun as well!
--------------------------------
Magical Moments, Tantrums or a $250 Lullaby
"Parenting message boards like urbanbaby.com are filled with questions like 'anyone know if broadway show Tarzan could be ok for a 2.5yr old?'... Of the Disney shows, many parents of small children cite 'Beauty and the Beast' as the logical starter, with 'The Lion King' the next step. The verdict is still out on 'Mary Poppins.' At a recent Sunday matinee there was a small exodus of theatergoers at intermission, each group led by a little child." (Source: nytimes.com, 12/07/06)
--------------------------------
Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar.
=================================================
OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD
"Beginning next month all air travelers from the United States, Mexico, Canada and other Western Hemisphere countries must have valid passports to enter the U.S... The impending enforcement of the new regulation, which officially begins Jan. 23, prompted the Travel Industry Association of America to launch a new Web site (getapassportnow.com) Monday that is designed to simplify information about the passport-application process." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 12/12/06)
--------------------------------
"Orlando's Hard Rock International empire is being sold to the Seminole Tribe of Florida for $965 million... The deal, announced Thursday, is expected to close next March. The sale includes Hard Rock's Orlando headquarters, 68 company-owned Hard Rock Cafes and retail stores, interest in 56 franchised restaurants and five hotels, and Hard Rock Live! concert venues in Orlando and Los Angeles." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 12/08/06)
=================================================
DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA
"A judge ruled Monday that a jury can hear about changes The Walt Disney Co. made to the Indiana Jones Adventure ride after a woman's death from a ruptured brain aneurysm, which her family contends was triggered by the Disneyland attraction she rode on her honeymoon." (Source: ocregister.com, 12/12/06)
--------------------------------
Disneyland Resort Calendar
--------------------------------
"Knott's Berry Farm... added a Christmas parade this year for the first time... The parade starts near the park's gate next to the marketplace, with Charlie Brown, Lucy and Snoopy atop floats. Troupes of dancing penguins and gift boxes accompany the floats as they make their way through the narrow streets of the Old West Ghost Town. Santa Claus makes an appearance." (Source: ocregister.com, 12/11/06)
=================================================
Deb writes:
"John:
We have just arrived from a wonderful vacation at Disney World. We were use to the old diners package, but this was a lot of food. We also spent a lot of time getting to, eating and leaving a sit down meal. I would say 2 hrs for a sit down meal. If you were at another park, my guess 3 hours total with travel... We all mentioned it was restricting. At least we had reservations. Over and over again people tried for walk in sit downs and were told reservations only. Everyone should make reservations if on the Diners Package. If not they will not use their Magic Diners Plan to the Maximum."
Many don't realize how much time it takes to get to a restaurant, eat and get out. Be sure to plan your vacation days accordingly.
=================================================
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.
=================================================
MONEY SAVING TIP
Islands Dining Room
Universal's Royal Pacific Resort
6300 Hollywood Way
Orlando, FL 32819
Phone: 407-503-3463
Fax: 407-503-3003
Pacific Rim cuisine in a tropical setting. Features nightly entertainment and character dining. Serves a dinner buffet in a playroom for children!
Receive $10 off lunch or dinner with the purchase of two entrees with this coupon.
=================================================
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.
Get FREE shipping on the new 2007 book for a limited time!
--------------------------------
Affordable Disney Movies and CD's
Save 40-70% on your favorite Disney Movie or CD! Cheap shipping, too! Click here.
--------------------------------
Affordable Accommodations
Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, condos and vacation rentals near Disney. 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.
=============================================
December 13, 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
: 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!
In this blog...
* Deals and specials - save 40% on this ride at the Walt Disney World Speedway
* The latest news from around the "World" - touring Disney's hotels to experience the magic of Christmas
* Deb offer some sound advice for those using Disney's dining plan
* This week's money saving tip - save $10 on lunch or dinner at Universal's Royal Pacific Resort restaurant with this coupon!
=================================================
NEW THIS WEEK
WALT DISNEY WORLD
We now list 28 Sweepstakes to win a Walt Disney World/Florida/Disneyland/Southern California vacation!
Save 40% on a High-Speed Ride-Along at the Richard Petty Driving Experience!
--------------------------------
OUTSIDE DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA
New discounts for Universal Studios Hollywood, Monterey Bay Aquarium, San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Park, LEGOLAND California, and SeaWorld San Diego!
--------------------------------
DISNEY CRUISE LINE
Magical Cruise Rates are the discount rates that Disney offers to those who book early! The latest Magical Cruise Rates start at $429!
--------------------------------
VEGAS
Enjoy the luxury of this Hotel & Casino from $69 per night! Includes:
* Room Upgrade
* 2 FREE Drinks
* 2-for-1 Breakfast
* 2-for-1 Lunch
* Admission for 2 to the Spa
* and more!
--------------------------------
Below are just some of the deals drawn from 53 pages of current specials posted at our password-protected members-only site:
WALT DISNEY WORLD
>> FREE Customized Park Maps for Walt Disney World!
>> Receive a FREE phone call from Mickey Mouse on Christmas day!
>> Holiday Special: Stay at the Swan and Dolphin starting at $159!
>> Discounted 2007 Disney Vacation Packages save you up to $500.00!
>> This group can save up to $80.00 per night on Disney accommodations!
>> This group saves up to $20 at the Value resorts, $45 at the Moderate resorts, $75 at the Deluxe/Home Away from Home resorts!
>> Deals for the military, teachers, government workers, nurses, Florida residents!
>> 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!
--------------------------------
OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD
>> Save up to 25% per night at Universal's Royal Pacific Resort!
>> FREE admission for kids to Tarzan, Lion King and Beauty and the Beast on Broadway!FREE admission for kids to Tarzan, Lion King and Beauty and the Beast on Broadway!
>> Get FREE admission to Cypress Gardens until December 24!
>> Enjoy a suite for only $99 at this themed hotel just 1/8 mile from Walt Disney World Resort!
>> These teachers receive a FREE ticket to both Universal Orlando theme parks!
>> Save up to 40% on Your Fall Getaway! $143 includes a Premium Room Upgrade!
>> New Discounts available on tickets to SeaWorld and Busch Gardens! Good for 6 consecutive days, too!
>> This group saves 40% at Universal!
>> Universal vacation package from $364 per adult, double occupancy!
>> A 7-day ticket to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure for only $12 per day!
>> All you can eat at Universal Studios or Islands of
Adventure for less than $20!
>> Kids go to SeaWorld FREE when you book this vacation
package!
--------------------------------
DISNEY CRUISE LINE
* Three nights from $429!
* Four nights from $539!
* Seven nights Land & Sea from $899!
>> This group receives a $50 onboard credit good for buying merchandise, shore excursions, etc. on their 2007 Disney cruise!
>> New discount rates just posted for Florida residents and the military - rates too low to publish!
>> New discount rate for Canadians - includes stateroom credit, too!
--------------------------------
DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA
* 4th night FREE with this vacation package!
* Adults get in at kids prices with this vacation package!
* Ticket upgrade, tour discounts, FREE photo souvenir for these groups!
* Save up to $40.00 per ticket to Disneyland California!
* Save $10.00 on admission to Universal Studios Hollywood and get a second visit for FREE!
--------------------------------
DISNEYLAND PARIS
>> Christmas Special! 2 nights/3 days from $274 per adult!
>> Bring the kids for FREE with this vacation package! They'll enjoy free accommodations, park tickets and more!
>> Stay one night and get one night FREE + breakfast!
>> This group saves 19 Euros per ticket to the Disneyland theme parks!
--------------------------------
VEGAS
>>Stay at this Resort & Casino from $69! Upgrade to a Suite from $89!
>> Rates from $79 per night at this Resort & Casino include a $50 Holiday Shopping Gift Certificate!
--------------------------------
MEXICO
>> Grand Reopening Special at this Cancun Resort & Spa! Includes $100 food and breakfast credit per room and one free night with a four-night stay!
--------------------------------
BRANSON, MISSOURI
Free Accommodations for the military!
This luxury Branson golf resort community is offering two FREE nights - no strings attached - to active-duty U.S. military personnel on leave from the Middle East. Located just off the Branson Strip, it is conveniently situated between international award-winning theme park, Silver Dollar City, and Branson’s 49 live music theaters.
Reservations will be accepted until January 1, 2008 for stays occurring before February 1, 2008.
--------------------------------
CRUISES
>> Cruises to Europe and the Caribbean from $599 per person - even during the holidays!
>> Inexpensive Shore Excursions and Tours!
>> Luxurious accommodations in the Virgin Islands for only $199 per room per night!
--------------------------------
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
=================================================
AFFORDABLE DISNEY MOVIES AND CD'S
12% off and Free Shipping!
Now through Thursday, December 14!
Click here to check out their last sale before Christmas!
=================================================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"
WALT DISNEY WORLD
This Day in Disney History
--------------------------------
"The Devil Rays and Disney's Wide World of Sports have announced a press conference for Thursday to announce a partnership, and, ostensibly, to officially announce that the Rays will play three regular-season games in Orlando this season." (Source: tampabay.devilrays.mlb.com, 12/12/06)
--------------------------------
"La Jolla, Calif.-based Burnham Institute for Medical Research is getting some pretty nifty incentives -- like a 10-year exhibit at Epcot Center -- thanks to this year's battle to woo the nonprofit organization to build a satellite research lab in Orlando." (Source: bizjournals.com, 12/08/06)
--------------------------------
"The Lion King" is now playing at the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre, 401 W. Livingston St., Orlando, until January 14, 2007. Tickets: $17.50-$67.50. Some tickets are still available for shows through December 31, but your best chance of getting a ticket is to come in January. To purchase tickets, call 407-839-3900 or visit online.
Click here for a review.
--------------------------------
"Loews Hotels will ban artificial trans fats [by June 1] from the food sold in its restaurants, shops and room mini-bars at its 18 hotels in the United States and Canada, including three near Universal Studios Orlando... In Orlando, Loews owns the Portofino Bay Hotel, the Royal Pacific Resort and the Hard Rock Hotel." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 12,09/06)
--------------------------------
"Walt Disney World Co. violated labor laws when it displaced hotel custodial employees last year, a complaint filed by the federal board that oversees labor issues between unions and companies claims... The complaint claims Disney changed working conditions without proper notice and failed to bargain with an employee union last year when 185 custodial workers were displaced." (Source: wftv.com, 12/10/06)
--------------------------------
"Union officials are concerned about the number of jobs being outsourced at Disney. In the past year, Walt Disney World has outsourced nearly 600 jobs to private contractors, and unions that represent nearly half of Disney's workers complain the cuts are unfair and are hurting morale... The Service Trades Council Union, a coalition of six labor organizations at Disney World, [held a rally last Friday to] protest Disney's decisions to give custodial, valet, bellhop, baggage handler, rigger and video tech jobs to private contractors." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 12/08/06)
--------------------------------
Larry Katz, Boston Herald Music Critic, visited WDW mid-November when Disney's Christmas holiday celebrations are in full force. Click here to read his trip report.
--------------------------------
Click here to send a holiday email from disneyworld.com.
--------------------------------
"Instead [of visiting the theme parks], I was heading to some of Disney World's lavish hotels in search of good shopping, even better dining and, most importantly, a little Christmas spirit... Each has that theme park 'theme,' without the crowds or expensive tickets."
Traveling the monorail...
You can visit the Grand Floridian for its beautiful Christmas tree and live music, afternoon tea, and fine dining.
Then it's on to the Contemporary for good food at the
California Grill which also provides a wonderful view of the Magic Kingdom's fireworks.
Next stop, the Polynesian for a taste of the Pacific Islands.
Boardwalk...
Visit Disney's Beach Club to see the chocolate carousel, the Yacht Club to see the candy mountain village, then on to the Boardwalk hotel to visit Santa's Workshop - also made of candy! (Source: news-journalonline.com, 12/07/06)
Non-Disney resort visitors may tour the hotels and shops. We love visiting the hotels. We even created our own tours of the WDW resort hotels so you can join in the fun as well!
--------------------------------
Magical Moments, Tantrums or a $250 Lullaby
"Parenting message boards like urbanbaby.com are filled with questions like 'anyone know if broadway show Tarzan could be ok for a 2.5yr old?'... Of the Disney shows, many parents of small children cite 'Beauty and the Beast' as the logical starter, with 'The Lion King' the next step. The verdict is still out on 'Mary Poppins.' At a recent Sunday matinee there was a small exodus of theatergoers at intermission, each group led by a little child." (Source: nytimes.com, 12/07/06)
--------------------------------
Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar.
=================================================
OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD
"Beginning next month all air travelers from the United States, Mexico, Canada and other Western Hemisphere countries must have valid passports to enter the U.S... The impending enforcement of the new regulation, which officially begins Jan. 23, prompted the Travel Industry Association of America to launch a new Web site (getapassportnow.com) Monday that is designed to simplify information about the passport-application process." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 12/12/06)
--------------------------------
"Orlando's Hard Rock International empire is being sold to the Seminole Tribe of Florida for $965 million... The deal, announced Thursday, is expected to close next March. The sale includes Hard Rock's Orlando headquarters, 68 company-owned Hard Rock Cafes and retail stores, interest in 56 franchised restaurants and five hotels, and Hard Rock Live! concert venues in Orlando and Los Angeles." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 12/08/06)
=================================================
DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA
"A judge ruled Monday that a jury can hear about changes The Walt Disney Co. made to the Indiana Jones Adventure ride after a woman's death from a ruptured brain aneurysm, which her family contends was triggered by the Disneyland attraction she rode on her honeymoon." (Source: ocregister.com, 12/12/06)
--------------------------------
Disneyland Resort Calendar
--------------------------------
"Knott's Berry Farm... added a Christmas parade this year for the first time... The parade starts near the park's gate next to the marketplace, with Charlie Brown, Lucy and Snoopy atop floats. Troupes of dancing penguins and gift boxes accompany the floats as they make their way through the narrow streets of the Old West Ghost Town. Santa Claus makes an appearance." (Source: ocregister.com, 12/11/06)
=================================================
Deb writes:
"John:
We have just arrived from a wonderful vacation at Disney World. We were use to the old diners package, but this was a lot of food. We also spent a lot of time getting to, eating and leaving a sit down meal. I would say 2 hrs for a sit down meal. If you were at another park, my guess 3 hours total with travel... We all mentioned it was restricting. At least we had reservations. Over and over again people tried for walk in sit downs and were told reservations only. Everyone should make reservations if on the Diners Package. If not they will not use their Magic Diners Plan to the Maximum."
Many don't realize how much time it takes to get to a restaurant, eat and get out. Be sure to plan your vacation days accordingly.
=================================================
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.
=================================================
MONEY SAVING TIP
Islands Dining Room
Universal's Royal Pacific Resort
6300 Hollywood Way
Orlando, FL 32819
Phone: 407-503-3463
Fax: 407-503-3003
Pacific Rim cuisine in a tropical setting. Features nightly entertainment and character dining. Serves a dinner buffet in a playroom for children!
Receive $10 off lunch or dinner with the purchase of two entrees with this coupon.
=================================================
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.
Get FREE shipping on the new 2007 book for a limited time!
--------------------------------
Affordable Disney Movies and CD's
Save 40-70% on your favorite Disney Movie or CD! Cheap shipping, too! Click here.
--------------------------------
Affordable Accommodations
Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, condos and vacation rentals near Disney. 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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