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May 18, 2005 - Issue #268
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Deals and Updates as of May 18, 2005

We continuously update our information and you can find these current specials in our Addenda:

WALT DISNEY WORLD

A reminder...

  • An exclusive deal for Affordable Disney members only at Walt Disney World's Port Orleans French Quarter in November, 2005.

  • An exclusive deal for Affordable Disney members only at Walt Disney World's Port Orleans French Quarter and Wilderness Lodge in December, 2005!

"Hi John, I just joined your affordable Disney group. My wife and I have been planning a trip to Disney World in December. When we ... saw the prices we were just awed."

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New WDW resort discount for active military. Save 30-40%!

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Stay at this Downtown Disney Resort Hotel from $149 per night including two tickets to Pleasure Island valid for one night's admission. Plus! Free transportation to the WDW Theme Parks. This offer is available until September 30, 2005.

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Save 20% on Disney's new PhotoPass with this code! Hurry! This discount may expire at any time.

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This Family Suite Hotel has just opened after extensive renovation just in time for summer! Features 2 and 3 bedroom kidsuites, a daily breakfast buffet, 2 giant water park pools, huge arcade and live entertainment. The official opening is Memorial Day weekend but guests are already enjoying splashing down the slides and flumes and getting caught up in the poolside and night time shows. Vacation for 4 from $1,149. Includes:

  • 3-night stay in a 2-bedroom suite

  • Universal Bonus Pass

  • CityWalk Party Pass

  • Kids 12 and under eat free

  • Free shuttle to Universal parks

Valid for travel from May 10, 2005 through August 27, 2005.

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Last Minute Getaway!

This beautiful resort features four acres of themed experiences under glass, including innovative restaurants, fascinating shops and live entertainment. For this one week ONLY, enjoy a deluxe Florida view room for only $109 per room, per night, double occupancy, based on a two night minimum stay. Valid May 31- June 6, 2005 only!

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"Fun in the Sun" Special

Enjoy Studio suites starting at $99 per night at this resort near SeaWorld! Rates good now through 09/30/05. Studio suites are beautifully furnished with a queen bed and amenities include a wet bar, microwave oven, coffee maker, iron, ironing board and a hair dryer. One and two-bedroom suites are also available. Includes:

  • Picnic areas with grills

  • putting green

  • lawn croquet course

  • playground

  • tennis, shuffleboard and sports courts

  • exercise facilities

  • video arcade

  • three expansive swimming pools

  • fabulous waterfall feature

  • five whirlpool spas

  • two children's wading pools

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Stay at this newly-renovated Walt Disney World Good Neighbor Hotel and enjoy:

  • Traditional 1-BR Suite from $89 - save $25 per night

  • Traditional 2-BR Suite from $139 - save $50 per night

  • Deluxe 1 & 2-BR Suite from $94 - save $50 per night

  • All Suites Close to Walt Disney World Resort

  • Spacious 1 & 2 bedroom suites

  • Complimentary Breakfast

  • Complimentary Happy Hours

  • Free Park Shuttles; shuttle transportation to other theme parks available

  • Children stay Free! No extra person charges

  • One Acre Poolside Recreation Area

  • Pet friendly, king bed, Jacuzzi and deluxe-featured suites with stereo / CD / DVD / VCR also available

  • Poolside bar featuring music, sports TV, drink specials, internet café on-site

  • Guest Services Desk, Non-smoking & ADA suites, Guest laundry & valet, Mini-market & gift shop

  • Group Arrangements Available for sports teams, family reunions, church groups, student & tour groups

Rates are valid most nights 05/05/05 - 09/05/05. Book by June 30, 2005

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DISNEY CRUISE LINE

2006 Cruise Specials

Three-night cruise from $399 per person, double occupancy!

Seven-night Eastern Caribbean cruise from $849 per person, double occupancy!

Children's rates are available for Guests ages 3-12 traveling with two adults in the same stateroom.

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OTHER VACATION SPECIALS

Enjoy the Ultimate Escape Vacation at this world famous Vegas resort & casino! Features award-winning restaurants, pools and spas, as well as must-see shows. From $89 per night! Includes:

  • $35 Dining Credit

  • 2-for-1 Spa Admission

  • 15% off Spa Services

  • Free Premium View Room Upgrade

Promotion Runs May 12, 2005 - December 22, 2005. Must book  by May 30.

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Sail away from the stress and confusion of the modern world on a 6-day Grand Transatlantic Crossing between New York and Southampton from $999 per person, double occupancy! Plus! Free upgrade from Oceanview to Balcony! Valid for select dates from August 9 to November 20, 2005.

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For residents of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi and South Carolina only.

This Cruise Line offers an escape to the Caribbean's jewels with elegance and refinement that can only be summed up in one word: paradise.

5-Day Bahamas cruises from $399
7-Day Eastern or Western Caribbean cruises from $499

Valid for select sailings August through December, 2005.

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Save Big at the Downtown Disney Resort Hotels!

Although these hotels are located on Disney property, Disney doesn't own them! Their guests enjoy many of the same perks as those staying at the Disney owned resorts, but they are much less expensive! We've uncovered a source that guarantees the lowest rates at the Downtown Disney Resort Hotels! Plus! Book three or more nights and receive a rebate up to $100.00!

Guaranteed Lowest Prices at Hotels outside Walt Disney World: Imagine three-star hotels that cost less than $60 per night. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Our source provides information on over 100 hotels off Disney property and guarantees the lowest rate. Some include meals. Some provide shuttles to the theme parks. All have photos and descriptions posted online. Click here to check out the prices. Book three or more nights and receive up to a $100 rebate! Click here to access coupon.

Guaranteed Lowest Prices on Condos and Vacation Rentals: Being able to prepare some meals using the kitchen facilities of a condo can be a real money saver. For the guaranteed lowest rates - up to 70% off! - on condos and vacation rentals in the Walt Disney World area and elsewhere, click here. Book three or more nights and receive up to a $100 rebate! Click here to access coupon.

Cyndi writes: "Just wanted to say 'thanks' for the link to best deals on Downtown Disney... I've looked on every website I could find for a better deal... We can certainly spend the $145 in savings on other things."

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NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

"An all-new venture in live family entertainment, Disney Live! Winnie the Pooh, produced by Feld Entertainment, Inc., will tour the United States for the first time ever. In theatres nationwide, Disney Live! Winnie the Pooh brings the Hundred Acre Wood and its lovable inhabitants to the stage in an interactive and three-dimensional production designed by a Broadway-caliber creative team." (Source: Feld Entertainment Press Release, 05/17/05)

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"Wet 'n Wild on International Drive has launched its new, multimillion-dollar raft ride called Disco H20.

Four-person, cloverleaf-style rafts descend through a "time warp" of 1970s disco sounds and flashing lights to the "aqua club" spinning loop, then on into a watery pool below."

Hours: 10 AM. to 6 PM daily
May 31 through June 9: 9:30 AM to 7 PM daily
June 10 through August: 9 AM to 9 PM Sunday - Thursday; 9 AM to 11 PM Friday and Saturday

(Source: Orlando Sentinel, 05/16/05)

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"Disney's latest entry into the Broadway scene will most likely be Tarzan, based on the 1999 animated film of the same name.

A casting notice says that the production will open on Broadway some time during the 2005-2006 season. Tarzan will join such other Broadway Disney fare as the long-running Beauty and the Beast and the Tony-winning The Lion King." (Source: playbill.com, 05/12/05) For the rest of the story, click here.

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Walt Disney World

Night of Joy tickets are now on sale!

When: Sept. 9-10
Who: MercyMe, Steven Curtis Chapman, CeCe Winans, Nicole C. Mullen, and tobyMac
Cost: Single-night tickets = $37.95 + tax (in advance); $42.95 + tax (at the gate, but they sell out fast). Two- night tickets = $61.95.

To buy tickets, call 407-W-DISNEY or click here.

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"Walt Disney Co. plans to cut about 1,000 information-technology jobs and outsource them to two other companies beginning in mid-July." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 05/13/05) For the rest of the story, click here.

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Closed for Refurbishment

Magic Kingdom
Peter Pan: 05/22/05 - 05/26/05

Disney's Contemporary Resort
May 30 - Oct. 31: South Garden Wing closed for rehab

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Disneyland California

Tinker Bell's Pixie Prints! Mount your Disney photos in frames featuring images commemorating Disneyland's 50th anniversary. Click here.

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Disneymaniacs make a faithful following...

"Dedicated fans see themselves as guardians of [the] site that embodies wholesome values and treasured childhood memories." (Source: dailybreeze.com, 05/14/05) For the rest of the story, click here.

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Closed for rehab:

Disneyland Park
Space Mountain: April 10,2003 - July 14, 2005

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Disneyland Hong Kong

"Hong Kong is confident of surpassing the 5.6 million visitor target set for its Disneyland during the first year of operations." (Bernama.com, 05/11/05) For the rest of the story, click here.

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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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Ming Court - The Art of Oriental Cuisine: 9188 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819. 407/351-9988. Orlando's most popular Oriental restaurant featuring award-winning dim sum, sushi, wok and char-grill cuisine. Live music nightly. Family-style service, pricing and casual dress. Save 10% off entire guest check. Click here. Scroll down for coupon. Offer Expires December 31, 2005.

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"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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