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Hi Everyone!
In this issue...
Now... lean back, prop up your feet, and take a Disney break!
Deals and Updates as of June 22, 2005 We continuously update our information and you can find these current specials in our Addenda:
WALT DISNEY WORLD
"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."
Beth, our travel agent, writes: "Prices are at least $50 per cabin below
Disney's current pricing, it's a short cruise over a weekend so you don't
have to take a lot of time off work, you can easily combine it with our great
room rates, and the ship is all decked out (so to speak) for the holidays."
-------------------------------- Disney has made some disturbing changes to its Annual Pass program. Be sure to log in for details before you consider purchasing an Annual Pass. -------------------------------- Downtown Disney Resort Special: Buy 4 nights and get the last night for only 93 Cents! Valid September 10 through December 23, 2005! Yes, it's good for Thanksgiving week! -------------------------------- This group can book the Disney World Resort hotels in November starting at $79 per night + tax! -------------------------------- Another site that lists Disney timeshare rentals. -------------------------------- Members of this group get $10.00 off a one day ticket to SeaWorld! -------------------------------- Receive a FREE lunch or dinner at SeaWorld and Busch Gardens with this promotional code! -------------------------------- Get UNLIMITED admission to more than 50 Florida attractions, including Gatorland, Ripley's Believe it or Not!, Titanic, Wonderworks, Fun Spot Action Park, Cypress Gardens, Kennedy Space Center, Water Mania, and Daytona USA from $99 for 2 days! Plus! Tickets of longer duration include a meal at a dinner theater - a $50.00 value! Plus! Purchase before June 30 and save $20.00 per person! That's 2 days unlimited admission for $79 per adult and $59 per child 3-12! -------------------------------- DISNEY CRUISE LINE Changes to the Disney Magic and a new program at Disney's Island, Castaway Cay. -------------------------------- LAS VEGAS Stay at this luxury Resort & Casino June 29 - September 22, 2005 starting at $149/Night for a deluxe room!
Book this luxury Hotel & Casino by June 26 for select dates June
through September 8, 2005. From $79! Receive:
-------------------------------- OTHER VACATION SPECIALS Kids sail FREE on this cruise line! Pay only gov't fees! Any sailing date (excluding 12/23/05, 12/26/05, and 02/19/06) either ship, any itinerary, even most HOLIDAYS! Enjoy a 5-Night Western Caribbean Easter Special on this cruise line which sets sail on April 16, 2006. Itinerary includes Ft Lauderdale, Key West, Roatan Honduras, and Cozumel from $449! -------------------------------- Queen Mary 2 Last Minute Sale! Special Savings on certain Transatlantic Crossings on select dates in July - November, 2005. Free Upgrade from Oceanview to Balcony! Balconies from $1,299; Insides from $899! -------------------------------- Affordable Disney Members should log in at our password-protected site (The Disney Reading Room) to access the particulars about the above mentioned specials. If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
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NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD" Walt Disney World Mike Thomas from the Orlando Sentinel, says that "thrill rides are risky... But I would much sooner put my family on a ride at Disney than at a county fair, where state inspectors do have jurisdiction." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/19/05) For the rest of the story, click here. "Elegant Disney restaurant is still a delight... Victoria & Albert's is satisfying in food and atmosphere -- at about $200 a diner." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/19/05) For the rest of the story, click here. "Disney fights safety oversight... Park officials say rides are safe without more regulations." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/19/05) For the rest of the story, click here. -------------------------------- "SeaWorld Orlando is planning its first major expansion in five years -- a 58-acre attraction it hopes to open in 2007, the company confirmed Friday. Spokeswoman Becca Bides confirmed the plans but said the company won't offer any details until the fall. It would be about a third the size of SeaWorld and larger than Discovery Cove, the 30-acre park that opened in 2000." Speculation is that it is going to be a $90 million water park. The article mentions that Universal may move Wet 'n Wild to its own property before 2012. It now leases the land the water park sits on and its lease is supposed to skyrocket that year. (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/18/05) For the rest of the story, click here. -------------------------------- "Mickey won't carry your bag, and Goofy won't wipe down your clubs. You might be in the world of make-believe, but there is nothing imaginary about the quality of golf at Walt Disney World Resort... [and] the Disney course with the most wildlife, tranquility and personality is Osprey Ridge." (Source: golfweek.com, 06/17/05) For the rest of the story, click here. -------------------------------- "Authorities were trying to determine Tuesday why a 4-year-old Pennsylvania boy collapsed on Epcot's Mission: Space ride and later died... A preliminary autopsy report Tuesday found no signs of trauma. It may take four to 12 weeks for the final results." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/15/05) For the rest of the story, click here. "When a 4-year-old boy collapsed and died after riding Mission: Space at Epcot [last] week, two of the first Disney employees his mother encountered as she carried his limp body from the ride were trained in CPR, according to an Orange County Sheriff's Department report." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/15/05) For the rest of the story, click here. "The death of a 4-year-old boy after a rocket-simulation ride at Walt Disney World Resort has raised questions about safety on theme-park rides...How safe are these rides, and how fast is too fast?" (Source: ocregister.com, 06/15/05) For the rest of the story, click here. -------------------------------- Closed for Refurbishment Disney's Contemporary Resort South Garden Wing: May 30 - Oct. 31 -------------------------------- Disney Cruise Line Here's a review of the new show, "Twice Charmed: An Original Twist on the Cinderella Story," aboard the Disney Magic during its California sailings. (Source: ocregister.com, 06/14/05) For the rest of the story, click here. -------------------------------- DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA "To commemorate the 50th anniversary, the Disneyland Resort is serving up a series of collectible dessert plates featuring designs inspired by the five crowns now adorning Sleeping Beauty Castle. Guests will receive the collectible dessert plate when purchasing dessert at several Resort restaurant locations." (Source: Promotional Email from Disneyland Resort, 06/21/05) -------------------------------- Here's a look at Disneyland's nighttime fireworks extravaganza, "Remember ... Dreams Come True." -------------------------------- Here are some ideas for dining at Disneyland. -------------------------------- Disney is raising the price of tickets by $3 next Monday for admission to Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure. The new price will be $56 for adults; $46 for children 3-9. -------------------------------- "Disneyland's Lost and Found collects about 140,000 objects each year, most of them hats and sunglasses... Anything of value that isn't claimed is stored in a warehouse and donated to Goodwill once a year. Workers who discover cash that goes unclaimed eventually can keep it." (Source: usatoday.com, 06/16/05) For the rest of the story, click here. -------------------------------- Closed for Refurbishment Disneyland Park Space Mountain: April 10,2003 - July 14, 2005 -------------------------------- 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.
"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 $300.00! Thanks." Janet Handy, Bel Air, MD "Plenty of roadside outfits in Orlando promise discounted tickets, but most of them really want to rope you into a time-share sales pitch in exchange for vouchers - accept at your own risk. [Affordable Disney's ticket agent], though, is legit." The New York Post, November 16, 2004. NEVER overpay again! Join our Disney family today and keep that extra money in YOUR pocket!
Shellie writes: "Hi John, in one of your recent newsletters Beth was speaking about grand gathering special collector pins. I have called several departments at Disney and I have even gone on the internet at their Disney trading pins site and no one seems to know what I am speaking about. We have a group of 10 going to Disney starting June 25th. I would love to try to get these pins before I go if possible. Do you have any further information about this? Thanks for your help." You can buy the Magical Gathering Cloisonné Pin at Disney's Pin Trader at Downtown Disney. Price: $6.50 + tax. You might also be able to get it at Disney's Merchandise department. Call 407/363-6200 or email them.
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. Exclusively for Affordable Disney Readers: Save $5.00 on an order of $35 or more! Coupon code: bookcloseouts; Coupon password: bargainbooks. Expires December 31, 2005. Click here to check out the bargains.
Here's a great deal on the 2005 Edition of the Orlando Entertainment Book, which can save you thousands on travel, groceries, shopping, movie tickets, and more! All 2005 Entertainment books are FREE when you pre-order the exciting 2006 edition! Offer expires July 31, 2005. For details, click here.
Stephanie writes: "I am planning my trip for 9/30-10/7. I am going to book one of the Moderate Resorts. I am going with my two small children, that will be 5 and 7 when we go. Do you have any advise or a recommendation regarding which Moderate resort we should select? Any information is very appreciated." My favorite resort is Port Orleans Riverside. To save walking, book your room at Oak Manor in Magnolia Bend, or lodge 18 or lodge 27 in Alligator Bayou. A cruise on the Sassagoola River is one of the most pleasant free things to do at Walt Disney World. Guests are allowed to use the pools at the French Quarter. A member writes: "I thought I'd let your readers know that our room at Port Orleans Riverside was the perfect location. We stayed in building 87. Rooms 8739 and 8740. We had a great river view and were just a short walk over the bridge to the main pool. The East depot bus stop was just another short walk from the front of the building and we always got a seat. There was only one additional stop (the very crowded main depot at the lobby) before the Magic Kingdom."
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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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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