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Cathy writes: "When we were there last, I was amazed at how many outlet malls I found. There are still several on International Drive, and there's a somewhat newer one beside the Shrine (on Vineland). There's also a new grocery store (Publix) and Walgreens nearby. Is there a specific outlet store (with Disney merchandise) that you recommend now, or are they all relatively similar?" See our chapter in the book on affordable Disney merchandise for places where we shop. We save up to 50% or more on authentic WDW merchandise! For more insider tips, see our book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation."
Jennette writes about recovering deleted photos: "Hi John!! I just wanted to let you and your readers know of something that happened to me and my family while we were in WDW last week. We were sitting in Chef Mickey's, on day 5 of an 11 day trip, and my husband accidentally pressed "delete all" on our digital camera. Of course, we were devastated, and my daughter was crying hysterically. The cast members tried consoling her, and had the characters come back over. Here's what we did to save the day though: We immediately stopped taking photos, and bought a new memory card for future photos. The next day, we did an online chat with SanDisk, the maker of the memory card, and they gave us a website, and download, for $40.00, and we were able to recover all of the photos on the card. Now, we were able to do this because we had our computer with us, and because we didn't take anymore photos on the card. The new card cost us $24.00, on WDW property of course, because my husband ran out during dinner to buy it. But all was saved in about 24 hours, and $64.00.....not too bad!!! This may not work for all cameras, but it would work for some. I guess the main thing is don't panic, and start taking more photos!!!! I just wanted to let your readers know how to take care of an issue like this, in case this should ever happen to any of them!!"
New Images of Disney Label Buzz Lightyear - a Buzz Lightyear
transformer!
Disney Floral & Gifts: Beth, our travel agent, writes: "Ever know of someone headed to Disney for the first time, or maybe a special occasion, and wish you could surprise them with a gift? Well, here’s your chance. Check out disneyflorist.com. They’ve got every occasion covered, and prices start at about $30 (although, admittedly, most items cost a lot more). Delivery to Disney and immediate vicinity is $9.00 and the service fee is $3.45 per order; 6.5% tax is additional. They do have some cute stuff, and it would be really fun to send something like this." Jenn writes: "Just wanted to add a note about the florist article you mentioned. They will deliver to WDW parks. We have celebrated many special occasions @ WDW in the last 10 years, from B-days to recovering from brain surgeries, to hitting the 5 year mark on a serious illness-marking a great time to celebrate being out of the woods. We have had the candy cake delivered to Le Cellier, and flowers delivered to Tutto's Italiano in Italy; they will accommodate everything. Just wanted to let you and everyone else know. As long as you have a reservation later in the day, say after 2 or 3 ish, like their delivery time, they can get it there, and the restaurant will hold it for you. Very nice to have at the table waiting for the guest of honor!!!"
Disney Store Dreams BIG
Parents Warned Against Use of Cheap Kids' Jewelry - "Princess and
the Frog" pendant included
Disney to close several stores across the United States
Disney’s Retail Plan Is a Theme Park in Its Stores
Disney Theme Park Merchandise Expands Online Offerings to 500
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Disney Theme Parks Merchandise Offered Online
The Disney Store online is now selling merchandise from the theme
parks!
Disney Resort Collection Expands With All New Bedding By Wamsutta
Orlando Premium Outlets grows by 40 new stores
Shop Disney’s surplus for frugal furniture
"Walt Disney Co. announced Friday that it will not renew its lease for its
World of Disney store at 711 Fifth Ave. when it expires in 2010 because
of hefty rent increases."
"With nearly a hundred of these shops closing around the country this week...
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"Three Disney-licensed charm bracelet sets and four "Charm It!" charms for
children were tested and found to contain illegal levels of lead,
according to the U.S. advocacy group Centre for Environmental Health."
Disney Recall For Lead Paint: "The recall targets 4,100 Pirates of
the Caribbean sleeping bags and 8,000 Tinker Bell wands sold at Disney Stores
nationwide between April and October of 2007, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety
Commission said."
Hannah Montana Disney Glamour Shots Candy subject of lawsuit. "An
Oklahoma company (Glamour Shots Licensing Inc.), saying it doesn't want its
name associated with candy packaging, has filed a trademark-infringement
lawsuit against the Walt Disney Co."
"Magic Kingdom guests now can create their own variations of Disney's
signature ear hats, even if that means choosing fuzzy trim or bejeweled
ears that (gasp!) don't match." So far only one location is offering this
service - The Chapeau near the park's entrance. Cost: Up to $15 or more depending
on options! In issue #407 (http://www.affordabledisney.com/issue_407.html) I posted an article about Disney's new Magic Connection electronic device that allows you to determine actual wait times for attractions, availability of FastPasses, etc.. The device will be able in 2009 if testing goes well, but you'll have to give Disney a refundable credit card deposit of $300 to do so. Stephanie writes:
Thanks for writing, Stephanie. We're still waiting for Disney to release more details.
The Disney Character Warehouse Outlet Store is now open in Midvale, UT. (See our book for the locations in Florida where you can buy authentic Walt Disney World merchandise at great discounts.) (http://www.sltrib.com/ci_8261886)
Shopping at Theme Park Stores at Orlando International Airport: "Disney
dwarfs the competition. Its stores -- the flagship Disney's EarPort in the
terminal's east hall and the Magic of Disney in the west hall -- outsell
all of the other theme-park stores combined. Its stores ring up as much as
$1.2 million in receipts in a single month." OIA is going to open two more
theme park stores in Airside 4, the international flight area.
For video of Thomas Kinkade discussing his painting, "A New Day at the
Cinderella Castle" see: Donna and I saw this painting on our recent Disney World vacation. I believe it was $300 for an unframed lithograph.
Marsha writes:
I found it for $14 + shipping at: For Theme Park merchandise, call 407/363-6200 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM EDT. You can email them at: wdw.mail.order@disneyworld.com.
Disney PhotoPass deals in the parks: "I learned that if you plan to
purchase at least three 5x7s, the Family Package is the best deal at $29.99.
If you were to purchase the same photos online, they would be $12.95 apiece,
or $38.85 for three." You can also buy a 4x6 photo in the parks, but not
online.
Disney Reaches to the Crib To Extend Princess Magic: "Disney's princess
minders are hoping to hook even younger girls and their moms on the craze
with a new range of princess products aimed at newborns. The princess clan
will feature on cribs, diaper-changing mats and other infant products next
year."
"Orange County is a constantly evolving shopping Mecca, a trendsetter of
fashion and design, as well as a hub of eclectic shopping locales
and experiences. From high-end retailers and trend-setting boutiques to bargain
shopping, there's something to be found for every kind of shopper."
Consumer Alert: "Retail giant Target is recalling 110-thousand magnetic
game pieces that are part of Disney's 'Cars' backpacks... The pieces could
be potentially swallowed by youngsters and, if ingested, the magnetic pieces
could lead to blood poisoning and even death." You can combine Disney characters with your photos at Wal-Mart to create mugs, mousepads, and more. http://photos.walmart.com/storepage/storePageId=Disney
JC Penney is recalling Disney's Deluxe Winnie The Pooh Play sets which contain
high level of lead.
Sue writes: "We’ve just returned from Orlando and visited most of the Disney attractions there. I bought my granddaughter some Mickey Crocs and they had some little charms that you could purchase and stick on the top of the shoes. We bought four or five and she lost them on our long flight home. She is crushed and wants to have me buy some new ones now that we’ve returned from Orlando. Can you please tell me where I can find these to purchase on the web site because I simply cannot even find that you have Mickey crocs available on line. Help, this is a major issue in our house!!" For Disney Theme Park merchandise, call 407/363-6200 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM EDT.
Sheila writes: "Would you have any idea where I can buy the Disney Shaped Pasta? You have such a wealth of knowledge on Disney I knew you would be the one to ask-- Thanks for all the work on the newsletters you do-Keep up the good work."
Ebay has it on auction. Examples I found:
The French supermarket chain Carrefour has it, but only in France. Disney theme parks have them. For Theme Park merchandise, call 407/363-6200 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM EDT. Thanks again for the kind words!
Kathy writes: "Our family went to Disney World in October and had a blast. We used many of the tips you suggested which made it soooo easy for us. We are already planning another trip. I know your tips will come in handy for our next trip. Thank you! My children enjoyed getting into the trading pin action. I was wondering if you could suggest a trustworthy internet site where you can purchase Disney trading pins.(or anywhere else I might find them.) I would love to surprise my kids with a pin(s) at Christmas time. Thank you for your help." To search for Disney pins, click here.
Maureen writes: "I've spent a shocking amount of time searching the internet for a source of a new Disney World T-Shirt, size kids 6-8, to present to my daughter for her birthday when she learns that she will receive a trip to Disney World. I'm in Hawaii. I figured that this would be an easy item to order. WRONG! Please direct me to a website from which I may order this T- Shirt. THANK YOU!" For Theme Park merchandise, call 407/363-6200 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM EDT.
Shawn writes: I'm writing to find out how i can buy some of the Disney 5 oz silver coins. if you can help that would be great. thanks." The only place I know you can buy them is from Ebay.com. Make sure you buy from a power seller who has excellent feedback to avoid being ripped off.
Amy writes: "John, I'm sure that you are aware of the new product offered by Disney: a DVD containing pictures uploaded either via your own computer and/or using your Disney PhotoPass codes. Anyway, I just wanted to let you know that yes, I broke down and spent the money. The introductory offer is $49.95 for the 1st copy, and $19.95 for any additional ones. I never buy anything frivolous, but thought this might be a nice way of commemorating our visits over the last 6 years (no one says that it has to be from just one visit!) So I looked back over all of our photos of the kids, from their first visit in 2000, through last month's visit. I made sure to include a photo of all of the different people that have gone with us over the years (cousins, aunts, uncles, grandparents, Godparents, friends). I just received it last evening. Unfortunately, the DVD was not put in it's case correctly and was completely scratched from bouncing all around inside the case. However, true to Disney service, they assured me that another copy would be sent free of charge, via express mail. I was able to view some of it (in between the skipping from the scratches) and it looks GREAT. I can't wait to see the unscratched DVD." Amy adds: "One reason that it is nice, is because you can use the DisneyPhotoPass photos, without having to actually buy any of the photos." Disney's PhotoMovie Combines your digital photos and your Disney's PhotoPass photos (if you have any) on DVD with Disney video, music and characters. Also includes a slide show of all your photos set to Disney music.
Facts
Disney Park and Cruise Line Memorabilia & Collectibles Mouse Surplus: 1217 Spruce Avenue, Orlando, FL 32814. 407/854-5391. MouseSurplus is a clearinghouse for memorabilia from the Disney parks and cruise line.
Free Disney Character Photos! Did you know that Disney will send your
children autographed photos of their characters at no charge? Send the request
for your favorite character to:
This new service for WDW guests allows you to view your photos online and share them with others at no charge. (If you wish to buy your photos on property, visit Disney's Photo Centers located throughout the resort.)
Here's how to take advantage of Disney's PhotoPass:
Sherry writes: "Love getting the newsletters -- extremely informative!! My family is going to WDW again in July and I would like to purchase some Disney Dollars as gifts for my kids before we go. Do you have any info where I can get these -- the Disney Store in our city closed about a year ago, so that option is out. Thanks." I understand you can order them through Walt Disney World Mail Order at 407/363-6200. Glad you are enjoying the newsletter!
Disney Liquidators "In one short year, Mouse Surplus has become one of the premier clearinghouses of Disney memorabilia, artifacts, signage and one-of-a-kind items anywhere. In addition to selling items on eBay, Mouse Surplus just opened a showroom in south Orlando where you can hunt through its warehouse and even walk through its 2-acre lot full of artifacts." (Source: Yahoo! News)
The Art of Disney: Celebration Stamped Cards are now on sale at the US Post Office.
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.
"Beginning Dec. 1, [guests] will be able to skip photo-pickup lines throughout property thanks to Disney's PhotoPass, a new online service that allows them to view, share and order photographs of their Walt Disney World® experience. Photographers will be located in all four theme parks to take pictures of guests who will then receive a Disney's Photopass card with a unique 16-digit number they can use to access their photos online at www.DisneyPhotoPass.com [at no charge]... guests will still be able to view and buy vacation photos at Disney Photo Centers throughout property..." Prints ordered online will cost the same as prints purchased at a Disney Photo Center. (Source Walt Disney World Resort Promotional Email)
Pin-trading fans can visit DisneyPins.com to purchase pins from the Disney theme parks.
Pal Mickey is a plush toy that advises guests about parades and show schedules and where to find their favorite Disney characters. You can buy Pal Mickey for $56.33 plus tax.
Kate writes: "Hi John, continuing to enjoy your book online. just wondered if you had any suggestions, i am taking my sister and a few family members to disney in october. i want to get shirts made, and wasn't sure if there was any special way to get them made with a disney theme. i have looked online, but am willing to look locally. any ideas? it is her 50th birthday we will be celebrating." You can buy Disney shirts at DisneyDirect.com. You can personalize them. I searched for "personalized." Glad you are enjoying the book!
Disney Direct Clearance Sales: Beth writes: "I met with our new Disney sales rep today who mentioned to me that it looks like the sale of the Disney Store chain to Children's Place will go through sometime next month. She suggested that, while she knows nothing at all officially about the plans that CP has for the stores, Disney fans might want to start watching for big clearance sales - and I'd say she's probably correct, but who knows what the timing will be on it. Click here."
Erin writes: "I just wanted to write and let you know how your book, and even more so, your updates saved us an incredible amount of money on our trip to Disney. We stayed off resort that was booked by [your travel agent], Beth... We chose to use our time shopping as well. What a great find you lead us to. The [outlet you recommend in your book] saved us easily $250 in one trip to the store. I purchased the same exact merchandise that was in the parks for a lot less. For example, I did not plan very well one day and it became very cold one evening so I had to purchase my 2 children sweatshirts while in Epcot. The exact same sweatshirts that cost me $72 in the park cost me only $18 for both. Needless to say, we continued on to the other mall and outlets found through your book. Thank you John... All and all our trip was wonderful and best of all it was affordable."
Jennifer writes: "Hi John, I have been reading your book for a year - I have a couple of friends going to Disney is a few weeks, and would like to get them a gift certificate for dinner or shopping or something nice. Are certificates available? What do you recommend?" I called customer service at the Disney Store online (800/328-0368) and they say that Disney sells no gift certificates. They sell a Disney card at the Disney store online, but it cannot be redeemed at the World of Disney Store at Downtown Disney in Florida. They suggest that you buy Disney dollars and give them to your friends.
Melissa writes: "Your newsletter mentioned something new called Pal Mickey, the plush toy tour guide that can be rented or purchased. (I think it is a neat idea!) My question is, if you purchase it will it operate each time you go to WDW or would you just have to consider it as a souvenir once your vacation is over? Also, ... someone wrote about their recent trip to Disney and they talked about MGM. I went to Disney last summer and I remember that MGM was not that crowded then either. We walked right on to some rides and attractions, and waited maybe 15 minutes for others. That was my first time there and I have to admit I wasn't that pleased either. We enjoyed Playhouse Disney, Star Tours, the Great Movie Ride and the Motor Cars parade. We're not big on thrill rides so we passed up the Tower of Terror and the roller coaster. Beauty and the Beast was closed and we saw about 7 minutes of Indiana Jones (due to heavy rains they stopped the show). We also enjoyed dining at the Sci-Fi Theater. We left before the fireworks show started. I hope they plan to add more to this park in the future. We didn't get to see Epcot, which I'm finding out (from friends and co-workers) was a big mistake. Magic Kingdom was too crowded, we didn't get to do a whole lot there. We learned the hard way that the fastpass is the best way to go. Overall I enjoyed the rides and attractions. Since my kids are young we spent the majority of the day looking for characters to sign their autograph books. Visiting Animal Kingdom was a short day for us, I'm not that crazy about animals. The Safari would have been more enjoyable if it wasn't so hot that day. The animals that I wanted to see were hiding between large rocks for shade. We did enjoy the Lion King show and Tarzan Rocks! (That's such an appropriate name, we were definitely dancing in our seats!)" We received the following comments about Pal Mickey: Michele writes: "Last time we were at the Magic Kingdom, I was toying with the idea of buying Pal Mickey--& still may. The cast member in the store told me Mickey automatically downloads new information every time you enter the park so it is constantly updated. I have only tried it in a store and it was talking about the Haunted Mansion in the store, which I thought was odd. I was under the impression it responded to its surroundings. Anyway, hope this information helps you." Kay writes: "I have a Pal Mickey, and yes he does work when you bring him back. You will have to get him downloaded with new information. Just ask the resort where you are staying where to bring Pal Mickey. Pal Mickey will also tell you jokes, and play trivia games with you when you bring him home. He is 12 inches tall and the cutest thing." Cathy writes: "What I heard about him from a former college cast member at the park is that they will be adding more sensors throughout the years and all you will have to do is get the new sayings downloaded to your Mickey, I do not know how close this is to the facts but she said they had been selling a whole lot and if it wasn't for the price she would of bought one for herself."
Margo writes: "Since I have received MANY money saving tips from your book and updates, I thought it was my duty to pass this one along. We leave Saturday for Disney and wanted to get a few pins for our little one to trade. We went to our local Disney store, thinking we'd be paying about $4-$6 a pin. To our surprise, all their pins were on sale. We bought 28 pins for $21!! Most pins were $0.60 to $0.80. We asked why the pins were so cheap, and they told us they are trying to get rid of last year's pins. This year's pins were 75% off, so a few of the pins we bought were $1.25. Thanks for all your money saving tips!" Thank you, Margo, for letting us know! All right, everybody, get to your local Disney Store and get your pins at an incredibly low price! Melissa writes: "I was hoping you could pass on a thank you to Margo, the lady who mentioned the sale on the trading pins... I went to my local Disney store and found a lot more than just pins on sale. I purchased 5 trading pins, 2 stuffed animals (Winnie the Pooh and Stitch of "Lilo and Stitch"), 2 snow globes, a Winnie the Pooh mug and 4 lollipops for under $25.00! My husband and I are surprising our kids with a trip to Disney in the summer, this will gives us a good start on loading up on souvenirs. A BIG thanks to Margo for sharing the great news!"
Kathy writes: "I appreciate all the money saving info that your site offers. I just wanted to let you in on a tip I got from a friend. If you want to get the kids some reasonably priced pins for pin trading at Disney try Ebay. Type in "Disney Pin Lot" in the search on Ebay. I have found that you can get pins from $2-$4 per pin. Much more reasonable than the Disney Store!! I recently purchased 12 pins for $17 plus $3 to ship. That is less than $2 per pin including the shipping! What a deal!!! Have fun!!!" Thanks, Kathy, for the tip!
Jay writes: "I am travelling to WDW for my honeymoon late April/Early May and we plan to bring back quite a few souvenirs and gifts. We were considering shipping a lot of the merchandise home, especially fragile items (ie: wine, xmas ornaments). I was wondering if you had info on shipping. We're leery about using WDW shipping upon each purchase because that will (a) result in many separate deliveries and most likely cost a bundle, and (b) someone we know shipped a fragile item from WDW and it arrived in pieces (they were able to call and get a new one shipped). Not to mention this would not cover any Universal and/or Seaworld purchases. We were interested in maybe using another retailer to ship everything in one box. I've looked into Mail Boxes Etc., US Postal Service, UPS, FedEX but its hard to determine what the cost might be and what they provide to you. Do you know if they can provide packaging materials (boxes, tape, packing styrofoam, etc.)? ..." We have heard about merchandise arriving broken from WDW. You may want to use the nearby UPS. For the nearest location, click here. Enter Walt Disney World, Florida 32830. For rates, click here. I assume they sell packaging material, but it won't be cheap. You may want to call them first to see what they require. It may pay to stop at a local store and pick up mailing boxes, etc. If any reader has mailed packages back home with a commercial delivery service, please share your experience with us. Mary writes: "RE: Jay's comments about shipping items each time he visits a store at WDW, my advice is this (I do this every trip - which is usually 2-3x a year): You take all the items you have purchased at WDW property over the length of your trip (they won't ship other parks' items!) and have them shipped to your home/office on the last day you will be at WDW. You go to the gift shop in your hotel, give them the invoices for the items and they will mail them all out together and charge for shipping only once! Our best use of this was last February with 6 sweatshirts plus all the souvenirs we purchased and had no room for in the suitcases. We bought them over the course of 12 days and shipped them out the last day and they arrived within the week after we returned from Orlando. Keep up the good work." Thank you, Mary, for the great advice! Deb writes: "Just read your monthly newsletter and hope I can be of some help to the person who wrote about mailing packages home from WDW. While I was there in Oct.2002 there was a Business Office with FEDEX shipping, (the Official shipper for WDW) downstairs from the Boardwalk Inn. They have boxes etc.for shipping. We, luckily, traveled with a girl that works for FEDEX and got some kind of a discount for shipping to her home, so I'm not sure what the real rates are. Also I enjoy your newsletters, keep em' coming!" Thanks for the info, Deb! Your tip will be very helpful to others. Glad you enjoy the newsletters.
Lisa writes: "We visited Disney last winter, and purchased a sword from Pirates of the Caribbean. My overzealous son snapped the sword in two fighting off the living room chair. He now is heartbroken because super gluing it didn't work. Not knowing when we will be able to get back to Orlando, how do I go about trying to get him a replacement? None of the things they have at the Disney store will suffice, you know. Is there someone I can call or drop a note to try to have one shipped here?" Judy writes: "My daughter went to Disney World last summer and purchased a 2003 scrapbook kit. Before she could get the whole week's worth of pictures and memorabilia in the book, she ran out of room. Can she purchase a duplicate kit? She prefers one exactly like she got the first time. Thank you." Sherry writes: "I am looking for 4 lanyards to go along with the many pins I have purchased on E-Bay for my kids. Do you know who sells them? The E-bay deal was great. Through various sellers, I have purchased over 60 pins for less than $100 including shipping! Thanks!" For Theme Park merchandise, call 407/363-6200 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM EDT.
Donna writes: "Thanks for all the advice in you book. I did save quite a bit of money from your tips. I would like to report I also got my Sea World and Universal tickets from Omar which was a good deal. I didn't use him for my Disney tickets because we get a large discount through work. I booked priority seating for my June 23rd - 30th trip in March which was a blessing thanks to you, and used a few discount coupons you offered as well. Disney stopped the early entry days to the parks [when we were there] which was bad, and they had security checking bags before you entered. That took alot of time due to the crowd. I suggest going early ... to get ahead of the crowd for bag checks. Also our flight stopped in Charlotte and the Disney store at the airport had some great deals! Lots cheaper than the parks, so we loaded up and had them mailed home for under $10. I bought two large stuffed Mickey's and Minnie's for $20 each and at Disney they were $75. Thanks for all your advice and help, I sure do appreciate it." Glad we were able to be a part of your vacation, Donna.
Alison writes: "I would like to use some disney dollars for some incentives for my employees, and to get them at a discount would help. Since you are the King of all things Disney, I thought you might be able to point me in the right direction on where to get these. I have no idea where to look. Thank you so much for your help." Disney no longer allows people to trade in their Disney Dollars for cash. You will have to pay full price for them and your employees will have to use them to purchase Disney items only at WDW and the Disney stores. Catchy title: "King of all things Disney!" Long live the King! :)
Log onto Disney Pin Trading Web site to get the latest pin event information, new release dates and search for your favorite Disney pin.
Disney is no longer allowing those who have Disney Dollars to trade them in for real dollars. Apparently, there are those who buy these Dollars for 80 cents and them bring them to Disney to exchange them for the full amount. (Source: Orlando Sentinel)
A visitor writes: "Do you know if you can use Disney Dollars in Walt Disney World?" Yes. Disney treats them just like real dollars.
Kim writes: "How can I purchase the Epcot parade Millennium CD? I didn't know that it was available for purchase. We were there for the 2000 Celebrations and had a great time. That music was wonderful! Thank you." For Theme Park merchandise, call 407/363-6200 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM EDT. Seems to me you could also order the Millennium CD from your local CD store.
Michele writes: "Is it possible to purchase Disney dollars before vacation time. I want practically everything paid for in advance." Yes. Buy them at your local Disney store.
Steve writes: "Do any of the theme parks have maps for the "penny smashers" - the machines that take pennies and smash them with a design on them? My daughter is collecting them." For information on pressed coins, please click here.
A subscriber writes: "I saw a site I believe at ebay where disney auctions off wdw packages. I just wondered if anybody really got any deals." Disney is auctioning off some of its merchandise, but not vacations. Promoters for off property hotels are auctioning packages. Disney Vacation Club members are auctioning off their vacation points and those with days left on their passes are accepting bids for their passes. Although you have to be careful when shopping on the 'net, you have to be especially careful about buying used Disney passes. There is no way you can tell if a pass has any days left on it. Only Disney can scan the passes and determine that. We don't want any of our readers to get to the turnstiles and then find out that they bought an expired pass!
Brandon writes: "I was wondering ... if there was a on-line catalog ... [where] I could look [at Disney merchandise] before I called and ordered it." Click here to visit the Disney store.
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Theme Park Merchandise...
To order merchandise from the World of Disney Store at Downtown Disney's Marketplace, call 407/828-1451.
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