Wednesday, July 25, 2007

Affordable Walt Disney World Vacation

THE DISNEY NEWS
July 25, 2007
Copyright © 1999 - 2007 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.
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Hi Everyone!

Disney rarely offers deals to the general public during its busiest seasons: Spring Break, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's and Easter. If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...

In this blog...

* Deals and specials - latest Disney deals expiring soon, new Disney PhotoPass discount, 70% off dining certificates, and Vegas Resort & Casino special

* The latest news from around the "World" - mother arrested for assaulting another woman at the Magic Kingdom's Mad Tea Party Ride

* Cindy writes about getting reservations at Cinderella's Table

* This week's coupon - save on seafood at this popular restaurant in Kissimmee and Orlando
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NEW THIS WEEK

WALT DISNEY WORLD

* Save 25% on Disney PhotoPass prints

* Last call for Disney deals for the general public on rooms and packages for August and September, 2007! Offers end July 28!

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OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD

Save 70% on dining certificates at restaurants near Disney and across the USA! For the first time ever you can get $25 dining certificates for only $3! Hurry! Offer expires July 31, 2007.

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DISNEY CRUISE LINE

20+ Disney cruise specials starting at $389!

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VEGAS

Resort & Casino Special

Valid July 17 - October 4, 2007. Immerse yourself in total relaxation and serenity. Experience art as never before at their newest exhibit.

* Deluxe Rooms from $169/night

* Suites from $249/night

* One Bedroom Penthouse Suites from $559/night

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Below are just some of the deals drawn from over 50 pages of current specials posted at our password-protected members-only site:

WALT DISNEY WORLD

>> Several ways to win a Walt Disney World/Florida vacation!

>> Exclusively from one of our providers: UK visitors get their 6th Night FREE when they stay at the Walt Disney World Resorts! Valid all 2007 and, the last time I checked, includes Christmas and New Year's Eve!

>> FREE meals for Kids at these resorts on Disney property!

>> FREE Customized Park Maps for Walt Disney World!

>> This group can save up to $100.00 per night on Disney accommodations!

>> 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!

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OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD

>> Save up to 30% at Universal's Portofino, Hard Rock and These teachers receive a FREE ticket to both Universal Orlando theme parks

>> Book your Tee Times at this site where rates start at $69

>> This group saves $80.00 on day visits to SeaWorld's Discovery Cove

>> All you can eat at Universal Studios or Islands of Adventure for less than $20

>> These teachers receive a FREE ticket to both Universal Orlando theme parks!

>> Save up to 40% at this Luxury Resort just 6 miles from Walt Disney World!

>> New Discounts available on tickets to SeaWorld and Busch Gardens! Good for 6 consecutive days, too!

>> All you can eat at Universal Studios or Islands of
Adventure for less than $20!

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DISNEY CRUISE LINE

>> Three nights from $499!

>> Four nights from $539!

>> Seven nights Land & Sea from $899!

>> This group receives a $50 onboard credit!

>> Discounts for Florida residents and the military - rates too low to publish!

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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

>> Win a Disneyland/Southern California vacation!

>> Fourth Night Free at Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotels!

>> Kids fly FREE to Disneyland! A family of four can save $700.00 on airfare!

>> Save up to $40.00 per ticket to Disneyland California!

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DISNEYLAND PARIS

>> Discover the secret to getting FREE admission!

>> Stay one night get one night FREE!

>> Kids under 7 stay FREE!

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VEGAS

>> Specials at the Bellagio, MGM Grand, New York-New York, Mirage, Treasure Island and Venetian. Low rates - sometimes as low as $79 per night - dining discounts, show tickets, FREE room upgrades, FREE spa admission, and FREE play money are not uncommon.

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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.

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CRUISES

>> Cruises to the Caribbean, Alaska, South America, Mediterranean, South Africa, and Europe up to 50% off!

>> Inexpensive Shore Excursions and Tours!

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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
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NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

WALT DISNEY WORLD

This Day in Disney History
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"Disney Sports is pleased to introduce The Twilight Zone Tower of TerrorTM 13K, which is the first night race in the Endurance Series at WALT DISNEY WORLD® Resort. This race is a part of the celebration of the 13th Anniversary of The Twilight Zone Tower of TerrorTM attraction." (Source: disneyworldsports.disney.go.com, 07/24/07)
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Changes at Epcot

"Now, three new restaurants are on the way, several others are being expanded or renovated, and menus are being rewritten throughout the park to encourage more healthful cooking styles." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 07/23/07)
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Click here for overhead video footage of Disney World from a WESH 2 News chopper.
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Disney needs choirs to apply for its Walt Disney World Candlelight Processional that takes place at Epcot every holiday season. Click here for the application.

Celebrity narrators for this year's event include:

David Robinson Nov. 23-25
John O'Hurley Nov. 26-28
Neil Patrick Harris Nov. 29-Dec. 1
Dennis Franz Dec. 2-Dec. 4
Phylicia Rashad Dec. 5-Dec. 7
Steven Curtis Chapman Dec. 8-Dec. 10
Open Dec. 11-Dec. 13
Open Dec. 14-Dec. 16
Kirk Cameron Dec. 17-Dec. 19
Edward James Olmos Dec. 20-Dec. 22
Gary Sinise Dec. 23-Dec. 25
Open Dec. 26-Dec. 28
Marlee Matlin Dec. 29-Dec. 30

(Source: disneyyouthgroups.disney.go.com)
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"The toy soldiers have survived another year! And so have their peers, the roller-skating snowflakes and the dancing reindeer." They're all set to make their appearance in Disney’s Christmas parade. (Source: blogs.orlandosentinel.com, 07/20/07)
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"One mother faces a felony trial and another the threat of lifelong head and neck injuries after a run-in at Walt Disney World's Mad Tea Party ride." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 07/19/07)
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"Jeffrey Norberry, 56, was biking this morning along a secluded area on Walt Disney World property when a deer ran across the roadway and collided with him head-on, according to the Florida Highway Patrol." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 07/19/07)
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Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar.
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OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD

FYI

With all the food product recalls in the news lately, you may want to check out the FDA Web site which lists the product codes, market withdrawals and safety alerts.
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Attendance at the Holy Land Experience is up 10% as new owner, Trinity Broadcasting, promotes the park vigorously on its network. (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 07/23/07)
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"'Project Roswell Video F/X' appeared on a document Universal recently filed with the Orange County Comptroller's Office. But Universal won't say what it means." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 07/23/07) Perhaps a new ride!
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"Universal Orlando is trying to scare up actors and performers for its Halloween Horror Nights." They need performers for the "Grinch" show, too. (Source: blogs.orlandosentinel.com, 07/23/07)
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"Declaring that Shamu Rocks has been a hit since it opened Memorial Day weekend, SeaWorld Orlando last week added a second performance (through August 5) of its summer nighttime show." (Source: blogs.orlandosentinel.com. 07/23/07)
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"Airline passengers will be allowed to bring most cigarette lighters on board again starting next month, freeing airport screeners to spend more time searching for explosives." Butane lighters will be allowed, but torch-like lighters will still be prohibited. Mothers will also be able to bring more than 3 ounces of breast milk onboard. (Source: guardian.co.uk, 07/20/07)
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"A registered-traveler system that began two years ago at Orlando International Airport and allows paying customers to skip to the front of security lines will announce today that it is expanding into more airports across the country." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 07/19/07)
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"Hart & Huntington Tattoo Company, which opened an outlet at Universal CityWalk this spring, raises eyebrows in the entertainment complex adjacent to Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios... The store is across from TCBY, upstairs from CityWalk's ground level." Prices start at $150. No Disney tatoos are allowed to avoid trademark infringement. (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 07/19/07)
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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

"Tyler, who recently turned five, lost both his eyes to a rare form of cancer called retinoblastoma. But the images of his favourite Disney characters are still with him, and his No. 1 wish is to go to Disneyland." (Source: news.com.au, 07/24/07)
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Disneyland's Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage

"'Finding Nemo' captain/trainer Jeremiah Allen of Fullerton will tell you piloting the eight yellow submarines that circle a Tomorrowland lagoon is no easy task." (Source: ocregister.com, 07/19/07)
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Disneyland Resort Calendar
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DISNEY CRUISE LINE

"The Disney Magic has been based at Port Canaveral for nearly a decade. As Disney Cruise Line plans to double its fleet by 2012, the company may move some of its operations away from the Brevard port." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 07/24/07)
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VEGAS

"The pyramid-shaped Luxor hotel-casino in Las Vegas is getting a multimillion-dollar makeover. The name and distinctive shape of the resort near the south end of the Las Vegas Strip will remain the same, but the interior and most hotel rooms will be renovated, said Jenn Michaels, executive spokeswoman for resort owner, MGM Mirage Inc." (Source: The Associated Press, 07/19/07)
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Cindy, a member since 2001, writes:

Hi John,

"We are going to Disney the week before Christmas! I called this morning, and was able to make a reservation for Cinderella's Table on 12-15-07; they had about 6 different times open! I asked twice to make sure that the characters were really going to be there, since we have never been able to get in on this before!

Thanks for all you do!"

Those dates fill up fast! If you plan to visit Disney over the holidays, call ASAP to reserve Cinderella's Table before they're booked out!

I'm glad you are enjoying your membership, Cindy!
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MONEY SAVING COUPON

Boston Lobster Feast
6071 W Irlo Bronson Hwy
Kissimmee, FL 34747
Phone: 407-369-2606

8731 International Dr
Orlando, FL 32819
Phone: 407-248-8606

"Great friendly service and ALL YOU CAN EAT Lobster, Prime Rib, Sushi, Crab Legs, Shrimp and so much more (over 60 items)!"

Kissimmee Location: Save 10% on Each Adult Feast with this coupon.

Orlando Location: Save 10% on Each Adult Feast with this coupon.
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

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.
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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.
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Affordable Disney Movies and CD's

Save 40-70% on your favorite Disney Movie or CD! Cheap shipping, too! Click here.
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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.
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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! Donna and I bought a beautiful 5-piece set of Samsonite luggage for our daughter for Christmas for $144! Click here.
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Own a piece of the Magic Kingdom

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See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
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