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Deals and Updates as of May 17, 2004 We continuously update our information and you can find the latest additions in our Addenda:
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High Tower Rooms at this Hotel and Casino with a view of the Strip start at $45 for stays June through September, 2004. Single/Double Occupancy. Must book by May 28, 2004. OTHER VACATION SPECIALS: At this East Coast Resort and Casino you'll be immersed in a different world; one that caters to your every need. A Mediterranean themed casino, a deluxe marina, a relaxing spa, headliner entertainment and elegant dining begin a long list of luxury amenities. Package includes overnight accommodations with an ocean view upgrade, one Breakfast Buffet per person and Turndown Service. $59 Per Person, double occupancy (including tax). Valid May 23-27 and 31; June 1-3, 13-17 and 20-24. Log in today for more details. Not a member? Join our Disney family here.
News From Around The "World" "Few tourism and security experts were surprised when Disney World began after-hours testing of metal detectors last month at its local theme parks, with an eye toward using them to screen the thousands of visitors who flock to the four parks each day. Instead, some of them wondered why it had taken so long." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 05/21/04) For the rest of the story, click here. "Universal Studios unwraps its newest attraction on Friday, and it is expecting the ride to help draw big summer crowds. With its creepy bugs, pretzel turns and real flames roiling overhead, Revenge of the Mummy should be anything but a curse to Universal Studios. (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 05/20/04) For the rest of the story, click here. "Discovery Cove usually closes about 5 in the afternoon, but this summer it will reopen two nights a week for a dinner-and-dolphin-swim package dubbed Twilight Discovery." Cost: $249; $149 if you skip the dolphin part. Includes "Caribbean-theme drinks and dinner, live music and a one-week pass to either SeaWorld or Busch Gardens Tampa..." Attendance will be restricted to 100 rather than the usual 1,000. Starts June 17 and will take place Thursdays and Fridays through Sept. 3. Not to be outdone, Disney will begin "My Disney Girl's Perfectly Princess Tea Party" June 10 at the Grand Floridian. "Girls will receive a tiara, a Disney Princess bracelet, a rose, a scrapbook page and a doll, and they'll meet Princess Aurora from Sleeping Beauty." Cost $200. (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 05/17/04) For the rest of the story, click here. Now that NBC owns Universal Studios, the first NBC show to be taped there will be Impact!, a "family"-oriented style of wrestling. The 2-year old pro circuit features "athletic in-ring action" instead of the "shocking antics" in other professional wresting." Park guests can become members of the studio audience starting June 4. (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 05/17/04) 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.
Are You Suffering Withdrawal From WDW? You know ... that empty feeling you get when you arrive back home from your vacation at WDW and realize it may be a while before you experience that Disney magic again? We have had that feeling ourselves many times. Yet, we always seem to feel better when we read about the experiences of others who share their trip reports with us. It's almost like being there again. We invite you, our readers, to send us some feedback about your experiences during your latest vacation at WDW. Reports on Disney weddings, honeymoons, cruises, and resort vacations on and off Disney property are all welcome. Send your email to: johngross@affordabledisney.com . Thanks! |
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NEW! 3-Day Park Hopper Pass Good luck in finding this one somewhere else! No restrictions. Unused days never expire. Hurry! Supplies are limited. 4-Day Park Hopper Pass Special Purchase Get them for $10.00 less than Disney charges at their site! It comes with all the bells and whistles of a normal 4-Day Park Hopper, but it expires 14 days from its first use. However, for people who plan on going just 4 days, it's a great deal. This pass is only available for advance order purchasing. 4-Day Park Hopper Plus Pass Our ticket agent writes: "I have acquired the new Disney 4-Day Park Hopper Plus Pass. It is not sold at the gate or AAA. You get 1 "plus" day for the Water Parks or Pleasure Island. It has no expiration date." You must purchase this pass in advance. So order early! Our agent also has great prices on tickets to other popular attractions in Florida. "I thought I knew all the tips for saving money at WDW, even being a member of the Magic Kingdom Club for over 15 years, but just learning about [your ticket agent] saved our family over $300!!! Thanks." Janet Handy, Bel Air, MD Details on how to purchase these special passes will be provided with your Disney access codes as soon as you join our Disney family.
Fran writes: "Five of us visited Disney World last November. We were fortunate in that our son is in the military, and we were able to get the 5 day pass at [the military rate]. We took our motorhome, and stayed at Ft. Wilderness, so were able to get into places early. I guess our cost would be a little cheaper than you can imagine, considering we had our own kitchen with us. We did however attend the Hoop de doo review, which the last time we attended it was in 1978, our first trip. As you can see, we are die hard disney fans. We didn't see any problems with litter, other than the occasional person who could not make it to a trash container, and they are everywhere. All of the disney personnel we had contact with were friendly and cheerful. The bus drivers were great. Maybe, some of the complaints are because people are just in too much of a hurry, and don't have time to be friendly also. Our son, daughter-in-law and granddaughter had a great time. They also took advantage of the other theme park offers for military personnel. We, my husband and I, decided you couldn't do any better than Disney, so why waste the time or money. By the way, they liked Disney the best also, second best was Sea World. They have cabin facilities at Ft. Wilderness also, if a group wants to go." Thanks, Fran, for the feedback. We appreciate your son's service to our country.
Karen writes: "John, my family and I which consists of five adults and three children ages 3year old twins and a 7year old boy want to go to Disney next Easter. It's hard with all those people to stay in separate rooms. My question to you is does Disney have any suites on the property or anything else that could accommodate all of us without costing so much money so we could spend our money elsewhere?" They have resorts that accommodate large groups, but they are expensive. However, they do provide cooking facilities, which could save you a lot on your food bill. You will have to compare the expense of booking more than one room at the All Stars, Port Orleans, or the cabins with the cost of Disney's Villas and Vacation Homes, while factoring in any savings on meals.
Every single kid's book has been discounted an additional 50%! Sale prices end May 31, 2004. Disney and other new books 50-90% off the list price. Hundreds of books under $1.00. Receive $5 off a purchase of $35 or more! To redeem this coupon, simply add $35 or more of books to your shopping cart, enter the coupon number GIFT and password BOOKCLOSEOUTS in the area at the bottom of your shopping cart and click on "Submit Coupon". Valid through July 1, 2004. To check out the bargains, click here.
Shellie writes: "John, I was wondering if Disney (and the other Orlando area parks) has the Gay and Lesbian days the same time every year. I mean around the beginning of June. We are trying to plan a trip for two weeks and need to know when not to go. Thanks." Gay week is usually the first week in June. This year: June 2-7.
Money Saving Tip Why Not Lounge/Bonkerz Comedy Club: (In the Holiday Inn) 230 W. Highway 236, Altamonte, FL 32714. 407/862-4455. Buy one admission, get one free or buy one drink and get the second drink free with this coupon.
YOU CAN AFFORD DISNEY WORLD! If you THINK a Disney vacation costs too much ... WE AGREE! That's why we created the ULTIMATE Disney savings site. Save up to 40% on your total trip. Learn about discounts on tickets, food, Disney merchandise, hotels ON Disney property, travel, parking, and MUCH more. Too much to list here. See it all at here. "We just got back from a great trip ... and thanks to you and your great advice, [we] saved money and time! ... In total we saved about $3,000.00 for our group of 6. We are going back within a year to use our passes again, and think our per person cost will be in the $150-200 range, flights and all." Michael Barrett, Wisconsin Rapids, WI
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