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Updates From Affordable Walt Disney World Vacation
January 23, 2009
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Hi Everyone!
NOTE: 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...
* News from around the "World" - Universal ends free parking at CityWalk
* Beth, our travel agent, writes about the Passport Card
* Kim writes about Disney's Extra Magic Hour schedule
* Disney Cruise Line Ranked As No. 1 Cruise Experience
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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:
* Hotel & Suites Birthday Special: get the 4th night FREE
* Free Disneyland Gift Card valued up to $150
* 100 free upgrades in hotels all over the world
* Save 30% on villas aboard luxury cruise line
* Massive cruise sale with FREE air
* AMTRAK special for Florida Residents
* Walt Disney World 3 nights FREE
* Room discounts, FREE tickets and Package for military
* Room discounts and Package with Dining for Annual Passholders
* 2 Days for the Price of 1 at Universal Hollywood
* Unlimited visits throughout 2009 for $65 at SeaWorld San Diego
* Annual Pass deal for Florida Residents at Busch Gardens
* BIG Amtrak sale
* Downtown Disney Resort Hotel discount
* SeaWorld Hotel suite sale
* Kids eat FREE at Universal hotels
* Universal Blue Man Group discount
* Disneyland Annual Passes on a monthly payment plan
* Disneyland 4th night FREE
* FREE dining certificate give-away
* Walt Disney World vacation package that discounts everything
* Kids sail FREE on Disney cruise line
* Disneyland Paris room discount
* 40 WDW / Florida / Disneyland / S. California sweepstakes
* Disneyland California package with $150 Disney gift card
* Universal Hollywood All You Can Eat Pass
* Save 50% at these deluxe Walt Disney World resorts
* 2010 Disney cruises now booking
* Get a FREE ticket to the Walt Disney World theme parks in 2009
* Nickelodeon Family Cruise
* Kids eat FREE membership card
* Disney cruise early booking discounts
* Vegas Resort & Casino special
* Disney hotel room and cruise line specials for Floridians
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
Epcot Adds Interactive 'Kim Possible' Attraction
Disney offers buyouts to 619 executives amid tourism slump
Ikon to handle some services for Disney resorts
Braised Short Ribs, Potato Silk and Organic Cauliflower recipe from The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort
Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar.
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OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD
Universal Orlando has stopped offering free parking to people who visit CityWalk in the evening.
Harbor Nights Romantico At Loews Portofino Bay Hotel At Universal Orlando Set For February 13 Nova Era's playing!
Universal Orlando Presents Mardi Gras 2009 With The Most Powerful Talent Line-Up In The Event’s History
Busch Gardens Premieres Christian Music Concert Series
Bud & BBQ Returns to SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
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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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Beth, our travel agent, writes:
"At long last, the government seems to be content with the June 1 deadline for requiring passports for ALL travelers in and out of the country, including those on cruise ships. The deadline has been extended numerous times in the past, but all indications are that June 1 is going to be the final date. That means that if you plan on leaving the country by land, sea, or air - even if only to drive over the border to Mexico or Canada, or take a quick cruise to the Bahamas, you're going to need a passport... sort of.
There is a somewhat lesser known alternative for those quickie trips that is perfect for those who don't plan on going any further than bordering countries or the Caribbean and it's called a Passport Card. It's less expensive and easier to carry, but it's not good for going longer distances (like flights to Europe) for which you'll still need the full-blown passport. Even if you already have a passport, you might want to consider investing $20 in the wallet-sized card version to make your traveling life easier.
For details, check out this article."
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Kim writes:
"John,
I was wondering if you could help me with some planning. Do you know what parks will be open late or open early with the extra magical hours for June 7-14. I was just on WDW website and they are not listed for June 09 yet. Do you have any additional info about this. I'd like to schedule our itinerary for our 2009 trip. Thanks."
Disney only announces their park schedule 3-4 months ahead of time. See the following links:
Magic Kingdom Calendar
Epcot Calendar (Note: Currently Disney's calendar is blank. So check back later!)
Animal Kingdom Calendar (Note: Currently Disney's calendar is blank. So check back later!)
Disney's Hollywood Studios Calendar
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Disney Cruise Line Ranked As No. 1 Cruise Experience
Disney Cruise Line was recently named the top large cruise ship experience by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine in the 9th annual "Reader’s Cruise Poll."
The Cruise Poll recognizes the best cruise ships as voted on by Condé Nast Traveler readers. Winners were determined by a survey of more than 11,000 participants who rated 400 ships. Participants were asked to rate ships based on specific criteria including: staterooms, activities, service, design and layout, dining, itineraries and shore excursions.
"We are pleased to receive this honor from the readers of such an esteemed travel publication," said Tom McAlpin, President of Disney Cruise Line. "Winning the No. 1 spot is a testament to the beauty of our ships and the dedication our cast and crew members have in creating an unparalleled vacation for every member of the family."
This year, Disney Cruise Line ranked No. 1 in the "Large Ship" category with its ship, the Disney Wonder, which sails three- and four-night cruises to the Bahamas. The Disney Magic was also ranked in the top five cruise experiences overall. The Disney Magic primarily sails seven-night cruises to the eastern and western Caribbean and, beginning in the spring of 2010, will embark on a season of limited itineraries exploring Northern Europe and the Mediterranean.
In addition to the accolades in the Large Ship category, the Condé Nast Traveler "Cruise Spa Reader’s Poll" ranked the spas aboard Disney Cruise Line in the top 5 best spas at sea.
Disney Cruise Line has received more than 50 distinguished awards and honors since first setting sail in 1998. These awards have included all aspects of the operation from dining and entertainment to youth activities and spa facilities.
Known for bringing family travel to the cruise industry, Disney Cruise Line continues to raise the bar on the cruise experience, with specifically designed areas and activities for each member of the family allowing for both quality time together and wonderful individual experiences. The focus is to allow families to reconnect, adults to recharge their batteries and kids to immerse themselves in worlds of fantasy only Disney can create. (Source: Press Release, 01/21/09)
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Affordable Disney Books
Disney and other new books 50-90% off the list price. 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.
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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.
--------------------------------
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.
--------------------------------
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.
=============================================
Updates From Affordable Walt Disney World Vacation
January 23, 2009
Copyright © 1999 - 2009 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.
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Or copy and paste the following URL into your RSS Reader:
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Hi Everyone!
NOTE: 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...
* News from around the "World" - Universal ends free parking at CityWalk
* Beth, our travel agent, writes about the Passport Card
* Kim writes about Disney's Extra Magic Hour schedule
* Disney Cruise Line Ranked As No. 1 Cruise Experience
=================================================
Below are just some of the deals drawn from over 50 pages of current specials posted at our password-protected members-only site:
* Hotel & Suites Birthday Special: get the 4th night FREE
* Free Disneyland Gift Card valued up to $150
* 100 free upgrades in hotels all over the world
* Save 30% on villas aboard luxury cruise line
* Massive cruise sale with FREE air
* AMTRAK special for Florida Residents
* Walt Disney World 3 nights FREE
* Room discounts, FREE tickets and Package for military
* Room discounts and Package with Dining for Annual Passholders
* 2 Days for the Price of 1 at Universal Hollywood
* Unlimited visits throughout 2009 for $65 at SeaWorld San Diego
* Annual Pass deal for Florida Residents at Busch Gardens
* BIG Amtrak sale
* Downtown Disney Resort Hotel discount
* SeaWorld Hotel suite sale
* Kids eat FREE at Universal hotels
* Universal Blue Man Group discount
* Disneyland Annual Passes on a monthly payment plan
* Disneyland 4th night FREE
* FREE dining certificate give-away
* Walt Disney World vacation package that discounts everything
* Kids sail FREE on Disney cruise line
* Disneyland Paris room discount
* 40 WDW / Florida / Disneyland / S. California sweepstakes
* Disneyland California package with $150 Disney gift card
* Universal Hollywood All You Can Eat Pass
* Save 50% at these deluxe Walt Disney World resorts
* 2010 Disney cruises now booking
* Get a FREE ticket to the Walt Disney World theme parks in 2009
* Nickelodeon Family Cruise
* Kids eat FREE membership card
* Disney cruise early booking discounts
* Vegas Resort & Casino special
* Disney hotel room and cruise line specials for Floridians
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
=================================================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"
WALT DISNEY WORLD
This Day in Disney History
Epcot Adds Interactive 'Kim Possible' Attraction
Disney offers buyouts to 619 executives amid tourism slump
Ikon to handle some services for Disney resorts
Braised Short Ribs, Potato Silk and Organic Cauliflower recipe from The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort
Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar.
=================================================
OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD
Universal Orlando has stopped offering free parking to people who visit CityWalk in the evening.
Harbor Nights Romantico At Loews Portofino Bay Hotel At Universal Orlando Set For February 13 Nova Era's playing!
Universal Orlando Presents Mardi Gras 2009 With The Most Powerful Talent Line-Up In The Event’s History
Busch Gardens Premieres Christian Music Concert Series
Bud & BBQ Returns to SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
=================================================
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.
=================================================
Beth, our travel agent, writes:
"At long last, the government seems to be content with the June 1 deadline for requiring passports for ALL travelers in and out of the country, including those on cruise ships. The deadline has been extended numerous times in the past, but all indications are that June 1 is going to be the final date. That means that if you plan on leaving the country by land, sea, or air - even if only to drive over the border to Mexico or Canada, or take a quick cruise to the Bahamas, you're going to need a passport... sort of.
There is a somewhat lesser known alternative for those quickie trips that is perfect for those who don't plan on going any further than bordering countries or the Caribbean and it's called a Passport Card. It's less expensive and easier to carry, but it's not good for going longer distances (like flights to Europe) for which you'll still need the full-blown passport. Even if you already have a passport, you might want to consider investing $20 in the wallet-sized card version to make your traveling life easier.
For details, check out this article."
=================================================
Kim writes:
"John,
I was wondering if you could help me with some planning. Do you know what parks will be open late or open early with the extra magical hours for June 7-14. I was just on WDW website and they are not listed for June 09 yet. Do you have any additional info about this. I'd like to schedule our itinerary for our 2009 trip. Thanks."
Disney only announces their park schedule 3-4 months ahead of time. See the following links:
Magic Kingdom Calendar
Epcot Calendar (Note: Currently Disney's calendar is blank. So check back later!)
Animal Kingdom Calendar (Note: Currently Disney's calendar is blank. So check back later!)
Disney's Hollywood Studios Calendar
=================================================
Disney Cruise Line Ranked As No. 1 Cruise Experience
Disney Cruise Line was recently named the top large cruise ship experience by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine in the 9th annual "Reader’s Cruise Poll."
The Cruise Poll recognizes the best cruise ships as voted on by Condé Nast Traveler readers. Winners were determined by a survey of more than 11,000 participants who rated 400 ships. Participants were asked to rate ships based on specific criteria including: staterooms, activities, service, design and layout, dining, itineraries and shore excursions.
"We are pleased to receive this honor from the readers of such an esteemed travel publication," said Tom McAlpin, President of Disney Cruise Line. "Winning the No. 1 spot is a testament to the beauty of our ships and the dedication our cast and crew members have in creating an unparalleled vacation for every member of the family."
This year, Disney Cruise Line ranked No. 1 in the "Large Ship" category with its ship, the Disney Wonder, which sails three- and four-night cruises to the Bahamas. The Disney Magic was also ranked in the top five cruise experiences overall. The Disney Magic primarily sails seven-night cruises to the eastern and western Caribbean and, beginning in the spring of 2010, will embark on a season of limited itineraries exploring Northern Europe and the Mediterranean.
In addition to the accolades in the Large Ship category, the Condé Nast Traveler "Cruise Spa Reader’s Poll" ranked the spas aboard Disney Cruise Line in the top 5 best spas at sea.
Disney Cruise Line has received more than 50 distinguished awards and honors since first setting sail in 1998. These awards have included all aspects of the operation from dining and entertainment to youth activities and spa facilities.
Known for bringing family travel to the cruise industry, Disney Cruise Line continues to raise the bar on the cruise experience, with specifically designed areas and activities for each member of the family allowing for both quality time together and wonderful individual experiences. The focus is to allow families to reconnect, adults to recharge their batteries and kids to immerse themselves in worlds of fantasy only Disney can create. (Source: Press Release, 01/21/09)
=================================================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Affordable Disney Books
Disney and other new books 50-90% off the list price. 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 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.
--------------------------------
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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