|
||||||||
Hi Everyone!
In this issue...
Now... lean back, prop up your feet, and take a Disney break!
Deals and Updates as of June 29, 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."
-------------------------------- 2006 Magic Your Way packages go on sale June 30! -------------------------------- Save $20.00 on this Annual Pass to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure with this promotional code! -------------------------------- Universal Vacation Package including hotel and tickets for $89 per person! -------------------------------- DISNEY CRUISE LINE Prices reduced again on 7 Day Cruises aboard the Disney Magic in 2005 and 2006. Save up to 53%! There is still space available for the return trip of the Disney Magic from the West Coast. The 14-night cruise sets sail from Los Angeles on August 20 and includes passage through the Panama Canal. -------------------------------- DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA Local residents can buy a 4-Day ticket to Disneyland or Disney's California Adventure (all ages) at this outlet for $99 or less than $25 per day! SeaWorld San Diego Ticket Special: Kids save half and adults pay kids price! -------------------------------- OTHER VACATION SPECIALS Alaska Clearance Sale on Now!
This summer, take a premium cruise to see breathtaking glaciers and charming
costal ports! Plus! You can take a tour and explore the tundra, wildlife
and endless forests.
-------------------------------- This luxury hotel & casino located on the East Coast offers sun-drenched days by the pool and moon-lit walks on the beach. Everyone loves the summertime. Vacation packages start at $75 per person and rooms from $129! -------------------------------- Enjoy a 3- to 4-Day Coastal Cruise this Fall from $299. Valid on select dates in September. Offers 3- and 4-day sailings from Vancouver to Los Angeles, San Diego or San Francisco. Featured Ports of call include Seattle, WA and Victoria, B.C. -------------------------------- 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.
|
Resources
 Affordable Airfare
|
|||||||
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD" Walt Disney World "Dining arrangements are now referred to as 'reservations' instead of 'priority seating.' In addition, the age range for children’s dining (such as dinner shows, character dining and buffets) has been changed to ages 3-9... As with a 'priority seating' (the old name), Guests arriving at dining location will be seated on time or at the next available table. The second change makes our dining age range for younger children consistent with our admission age range at all Walt Disney World Theme Parks." (Source: Promotional email from the Walt Disney World Resort, 06/28/05) -------------------------------- "Walt Disney World Theme Parks will no longer use handstamps for same day re-admission and Park Hopper® privileges. If Guests plan to re-enter or visit another Theme Park on the same day, they will be asked to present their valid ticket or Resort ID with ticket entitlements and utilize the Ticket Tag system [which] uses a special reader to match each ticket with the specific Guest who owns that ticket... Guests with 'pre-Magic Your Way' tickets should sign their existing tickets (even though there is no preprinted signature line) should they encounter a challenge with re-entry." Guests will continue to receive handstamps at WDW Water Parks, Pleasure Island, DisneyQuest, and Wide World of Sports Complex. (Source: Promotional email from the Walt Disney World Resort, 06/28/05) -------------------------------- In Memoriam... "Paul Winchell, the longtime voice of Tigger in "Winnie the Pooh" features, and also a versatile ventriloquist, has died. He was 82." (Source: The Seattle Times, 06/27/05) For the rest of the story, click here. "John Fiedler, who played character roles in celebrated dramas on Broadway and in Hollywood but gained lasting fame among young audiences as the voice of Piglet in Walt Disney's Winnie-the-Pooh films, died on Saturday. He was 80." (Source: nytimes.com, 06/27/05) For the rest of the story, click here. -------------------------------- It is being reported that SeaWorld is seeking approval to build a water park on its site. However, Orange County's Development Review Committee has rejected SeaWorld's proposal for lack of detail. SeaWorld will have to submit plans that are more specific to gain approval. (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/22/05) -------------------------------- Closed for Refurbishment Disney's Contemporary Resort South Garden Wing: May 30 - Oct. 31 -------------------------------- DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA Closed for Refurbishment Disneyland Park Space Mountain: April 10,2003 - July 14, 2005 -------------------------------- DISNEYLAND HONG KONG "The Disney company has pulled shark's fin dishes from the menu of its Hong Kong theme park after pressure from environmentalists who had protested loudly against the product." (Source: China Daily, 06/25/05) For the rest of the story, click here. "Hong Kong Disneyland will only sell 12,000 tickets for its opening day, with the majority sold online through the theme park's Web site, Disney executives said Wednesday... [the park] will be closed to the public that morning for private events." Disney expects to sell 70% of its tickets online at their website. "Telephone bookings will only be accepted from guests staying at the two Disney hotels in Hong Kong and for groups of 25 people or more." (Source: Orlando Sentinel, 06/22/05) -------------------------------- 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.
Alison writes: "I have a few questions that I hope you can answer. We are leaving for Walt Disney World in one week. We already have our reservations inside the park at the Coranado Springs Resort, and we also have our airline tickets. We are on a budget!!!!! The reason we are going is because my husband is a martial arts instructor and the US Karate Open is being held at the resort. We decided that we would stay a few more days and make a trip out of it. We are both in our late twenties and have no children. As far as parks go, we are going to try to go to all, but where should we go since we have no kids?" John: See all the parks! See the "Customized Tours of the Walt Disney World Theme Parks" in our book and choose the attractions and rides you like - highlight them. Make sure you see the Magic Kingdom - it's a must see! Alison: "Also, where should we eat? Should we buy a Dining Plan?" John: I'm not a fan of the dining plan since you must be big eaters to break even. See our dining chapter in the book and follow our advice. Alison: "If time permits we would like to go to SeaWorld, how is the best way to get there since we don't have a car?" John: Elegance Transportation provides affordable transportation to Walt Disney World, SeaWorld, and other Florida attractions. I would call them for the rate from WDW to SeaWorld and back. Be sure to tell them we sent you and ask for your Affordable Disney discount!
Phone #: 321-689-8833 You can take a Mears shuttle from WDW to SeaWorld. Call 800/759-5219 or 407/423-5566. You can take a taxi. Taxis cost $1.50 per mile. SeaWorld is about 15 miles from WDW. You can rent a car at any Disney resort. See Guest Services for details. The Downtown Disney Resort Hotels also have rental car agencies on property. These Downtown Disney hotel agencies are less expensive than Disney's official rental car company, Alamo. You could take a WDW bus to downtown Disney and then walk to one of these nearby hotels. Alison: "What about Hopper Passes? The resort said we would get a discount since we were participating in the Karate Open." John: Buy your passes at your hotel's Guest Services. Remind them they are supposed to give you a discount. Alison: "All advice will be greatly appreciated. And I love all the info so far. Thanks."
Carmen writes: "Hello John, I have been receiving your e-newsletter for a few months now and have wanted to sign up as a member. What’s stopping me you ask? Well, I’m trying to decide how to approach a trip to Disney World with my four-year-old daughter. I’m a single mom and want very much to have my daughter visit the princesses she so loves. I know that your membership is affordable, but I want to be sure that I can afford a trip to DWD before I sign up. I know that doesn't make much sense, but I’d rather use the membership fee for other entertainment for my daughter if we cannot afford DWD with the membership. Am I making any more sense? So, my question: if I’m planning a trip to DWD in early September - beginning on Labor Day - what should be my realistic expectations on what I will be spending? I have a quote through the DWD website of $790.70 plus tax for 5 nights with airfare around another $600+ to cover the both of us. Adding in food and other expenses I figure I’m looking at a total of $1900. Being a marketing professional I realize that I’m putting you in a bit of a marketing corner. Of course, you would say, I will save money by becoming a member and booking through Affordable Disney. And by all indications on your website and through all the testimonials you certainly know your business. Plus, they look too good to be true. But is there any way that you can give me a ballpark of what that savings there would be for her and me? If you believe that I’m being unreasonable, please just say so. I will understand. Just thought it would be worth the time sending an email to ask. Thanks so very much." Hi Carmen, 5-night/6-day vacation, including 5 nights accommodations at a Value resort, 6-day Magic Your Way Base Ticket and Dining:
$425 per adult Our travel agent will book it for you. To join our Disney family, click here.
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.
Questions about Disney’s new transportation program, Magical Express
1. When will I receive my Disney’s Magical Express documents?
2. How long is the trip from the airport to the WDW hotel?
3. When will my luggage arrive from the airport?
4. When do I leave my hotel to return to the airport?
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.
Karen writes: "John, One of the best FREE things that we did when we stayed at Port Orleans Riverside is not on your list and you might want to add it. We went to the piano bar one night and sat and enjoyed the antics of Bob Jackson. I think he's only there evenings Thurs through Sunday if I remember right. He is a great entertainer and the cost is free unless you decide to purchase a drink or soft drink from the bar. He's hilarious and keeps the whole family laughing and children are welcome. He even calls the kids up to help him with some songs and then hands out autographed photos during his break. Great time for free." Thanks, Karen. I've seen him playing and getting lots of laughs on my way to and from the food court. I'll add him to the list.
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!
Money Saving Tip House of Blues - Downtown Disney: 1490 E Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830. Phone: 407/934-BLUE(2583). Fax: 407/934-1100. Get 10% off in The Restaurant OR $5 off your purchase of $25 or more in the House Of Blues Company Store with this coupon. Offer expires 01/31/06.
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
All for the price of a fast food
Well, that's it for now. THE DISNEY NEWS is a free service provided by
AffordableDisney.Com. Please forward our newsletter to your friends and family.
See You Real Soon! John
http://www.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. Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, SeaWorld, Busch Gardens and other companies mentioned on our site and in our newsletter are registered trademarks of their respective companies. The use of these trademarks is for editorial reasons only. No endorsement by the Walt Disney Company or any other company is implied. |
||||||||||||||||
