Walt Disney World Resort Update for August 22–28, 2017
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Writer's note: Before Facebook Live, Periscope, and the plethora of other live video streaming services out there on the internet, there were a number of sites featuring “webcams” looking at different places around the World. Disney participated in that too. Well-more than a decade ago, I remember sitting in Chicago during cold winter days sneaking looks at the one Magic Kingdom installed high atop Main Street Station looking toward Cinderella Castle, hoping to catch a moment of one of the parades or the fireworks. Remember, of course, in the “earlier” days of the World Wide Web, internet speeds were much slower, so the webcams were more like stop-motion animation, with just a frame captured every now and then, and the image size was rather small.
While that Main Street U.S.A. webcam was disabled long ago, from time to time, Disney Parks Blog picks up that same sort of idea, but with the modern technology used for its #DisneyParksLIVE Stream events. The next one is scheduled for tonight (August 22), when Disney Parks Blog presents “Rivers of Light” live from Disney's Animal Kingdom at 8:40 p.m. EDT. (7:40 p.m. CDT, 6:40 p.m. MDT, 5:40 p.m. PDT). Use this link to watch the show live or to catch a replay (until the event, the link will take you to the Disney Parks Blog announcement of the #DisneyParksLIVE event; as showtime approaches, refresh the page if necessary, or clear your cache, return to this Article and select our link to the show again).
Rivers of Light debuted at Disney's Animal Kingdom in February 2017. File Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
Summer is winding down, so it is also your last week to catch The Music of Pixar Live! A Symphony of Characters over at Disney's Hollywood Studios. The final show is scheduled August 27, 2017. With the back section of the park closed for its “Extreme Makeover: Theme Park Edition” (also known as the addition of Toy Story Land coming 2018, and the addition of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge coming 2019), the August 13 closing of The Great Movie Ride to make way for Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway, and now the finale of the concert series, we hope to soon hear more news about the park's fall and winter entertainment offerings and will pass it along when we do. Now, on with the latest…
News and Views
More Grand Avenue Details Revealed | Disney Parks Moms Panel Search Opens September 6 | Disney Springs Hosts American Idol Audition Kiosk | New Fantasmic! Dessert & VIP Viewing Experience | Views around the World | One Passholder's Tip | This and That | Crowd Forecast
More Grand Avenue Details Revealed
A few weeks ago, we reported that the remaining section of the former Streets of America and the Muppets Courtyard were being developed into a new area at Disney's Hollywood Studios to be called the “Grand Avenue Area.” As you may recall, earlier this summer, the Muppet*Vision 3D theater building received new signage naming it the “Grand Arts Theatre.”
As we also reported in that Update, at the end of July, Disney Parks Blog announced the new BaseLine Tap House coming to that area in “a quaint brick building” that “celebrates the revitalization of Downtown Los Angeles” which is the setting for the new Grand Avenue Area. At the time, we were left with some questions about how all the remaining pieces will fit together in the newly themed and named Grand Arts Area.
The latest tidbit of Disney Parks Blog information about Grand Avenue starts to answer some of those questions.
Inspired by the revitalization and the vibrant culture of present-day downtown Los Angeles, Grand Avenue is where vintage office buildings and warehouses are being converted to exciting new uses. Guests will soon see facades for “merchants” appearing in this area for a music shop, loft apartments, a tailor and more, with each window on the street featuring charming displays.
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The current Muppets Courtyard will become Grand Park, an urban square off Grand Avenue surrounded by shops and restaurants like PizzeRizzo and Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano. Guests can already see changes in the area, with the Muppets theater being renamed “Grand Arts Theatre” and boasting a brand-new marquee. But, not to worry – Kermit, Miss Piggy and the gang continue to star in their hilarious and irreverent “Muppet*Vision 3D” show.
Then, leave it to some folks on social media this past week to note something that had previously escaped my understanding but, interestingly enough, not my camera. The construction wall theming at PizzeRizzo while it was being built was very much in the style of the New York City Subway carried over from the adjacent New York Street. Indeed, even after it opened, the interior had the look and feel of a (theme park's take on a) New York City pizza place, with New York City Subway signs like those that once adorned New York Street.
But, hidden in plain sight in the details of the Muppets-themed advertising on the walls have been references to Grand Avenue since the restaurant opened. Indeed, one advertisement, even made it clear that the attached restrooms faced Grand Avenue. Details matter.
Disney Parks Moms Panel Search Opens September 6
The Disney Parks Moms Panel, created in 2008, is Disney's version of a moderated forum for discussing questions about Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, runDisney events, Disney Vacation Club, and Disney Cruise Line. Disney picks folks who “specialize” in one of those areas from outside the Company and the industry: specifically, it selects folks who are not only not Disney employees, but are not employed in the travel, hotel or theme park industries in any capacity (or immediately a family member of or currently reside with any folks that are). Panelists do receive a trip to a Disney Destination for themselves and up to three family members and/or park tickets for their participation on the panel.
This year's search for panelists opens September 6, 2017, at noon (EDT), and runs through September 13, 2017, at noon (EDT). Disney encourages applications from folks that are the kind of people whose “friends and colleagues always seek … out for heartfelt advice on planning a Disney Vacation.”
While the name is “moms panel” and the website often discusses “parental” advice, the search is gender neutral; Disney's policy is equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to any basis prohibited by state or federal law. Of course, an ability to communicate clearly with parents considering a Disney Vacation is one of the things Disney is looking for in selecting panelists.
If you are interested, visit the Moms Panel's search page and be sure to read all of the guidelines for applicants. To those who apply: good luck.
Disney Springs Hosts American Idol Audition Kiosk
Last Friday, Disney Springs welcomed thousands of American Idol hopefuls to audition for the relaunch of the show coming this fall to Disney-owned ABC-TV. Though not announced in advanced, previous Idol winners Jordin Sparks, Kris Allen, and Ruben Studdard made special appearances and greeted participants.
Several previous “American Idol” winners along with Mickey Mouse welcomed thousands who visited Disney Springs on August 18, hoping to get on the soon-to-be-relaunched show. Video © Disney.
Though the Idol audition bus tour continues with stops in Boston, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Denver, Louisville, and more through September 14, Disney Springs visitors can continue to create and submit their own audition videos at the new pop-up audition kiosk located at the Marketplace stalls during regular operating hours through mid-September. Singers must be at least 15 years old to audition.
Additional details, eligibility requirements, submission forms, terms and conditions, and more tour and show information are available at americanidol.com.
New Fantasmic! Dessert & VIP Viewing Experience
Disney's Hollywood Studios now offers a new Fantasmic! Dessert & VIP Viewing Experience for $39/person over age 9; and $19/children 3-9. Unlike the dessert parties and dinner packages, this new option includes a dessert snack box featuring a mix of sweet and savory items that guests pick up at the theater prior to show time plus a special “light-up” credential that allows entry into the reserved viewing area.
Adults receive chocolate-covered strawberries, cheesecake, a chocolate cupcake, apple crisp, California trail mix and cheese and crackers. Kids receive chocolate pudding with crushed chocolate cookies and gummy worms, confetti popcorn, grapes and a vanilla cake bite featuring Sorcerer Mickey. All guests receive a bottle of water and a specialty alcoholic (if desired and of legal age) or non-alcoholic beverage in a light-up keepsake Fantasmic! cup.
More information and reservations are available at DisneyWorld.com/dining or by calling (407)WDW-DINE.
Views Around the World
Saturday, August 19, was Disney PhotoPass Day in the Walt Disney World Parks, and we have views from all four – Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Disney's Animal Kingdom – and a few more to share. Disney PhotoPass Day also celebrated the “Dream Big, Princess” campaign which encourages kids to draw inspiration from Disney Princess stories. While we share our photos and examples of the special PhotoPass Day photos (in which I appear), Disney Parks Blog announced that the “Dream Big, Princess” project itself continues outside the parks too, with the talents of a group of female photographers from 15 different countries creating images that show kids “what's possible if you dream big.”
Disney PhotoPass Day Photos
Epcot's “Dream Big, Princess” photo backdrop was inspired by Mulan. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
Magic Kingdom
Epcot
This new kiosk is located near the bridge at the China pavilion. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
Disney's Hollywood Studios
Disney's Animal Kingdom
One Passholder's Tip
This section of the Update provides our MousePlanet readers with the benefit of my years of experience as a longtime Walt Disney World Four Parks Annual Passholder, and lots of personal trial and errors, one (hopefully weekly) tip at a time.
One Passholder's Tip: Week 27
Annual Passholders are not required to use the Passholders touchpoints!
Since this past winter, the Walt Disney World theme parks have offered Passholders entry lanes at the park gates. While it is true that these lanes are for Annual Passholders only, Passholders may enter the parks from any available touchpoint. Apparently, confusion about this sometimes causes the Passholders lines to well-exceed other nearby lanes. Be governed accordingly.
Don't keep it to yourself!
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This and That
…Annual Passholders can “Bring-a-Friend” through September 30, 2017, by purchasing a 1-Day Magic Your Way Park Hopper ticket for $79 plus tax. The tickets are not available online; they can only be purchased at Guest Relations locations and ticket windows. Passholder must be present with valid Walt Disney World annual pass card and photo ID. Passholders may buy tickets for up to 6 guests and all tickets must be used on the date of purchase.
…Following last Saturday's Disney PhotoPass Day, Disney Parks Blog announced another special PhotoPass opportunity at Disney's Animal Kingdom to celebrate the recent 75th anniversary of the release of Walt Disney's Bambi. From August 25 to 27, from 10:20 a.m. until 4 p.m., Thumper and Miss Bunny will be outside Conservation Station at Rafiki's Planet Watch for meeting, greeting, and, of course, Disney PhotoPass photo opportunities. A roving Disney PhotoPass photographer (as in the one not accompanying the characters) can include a “Bambi and friends” Magic Shot or prop in photos too.
…Perhaps not surprising given the rollout of the new Minnie Vans personal transportation around Walt Disney World Resort, today marks the end the the Express Transportation inside-the-park to inside-the-park bus add-on option that began as an experiment this past winter. While the Minnie Vans do have access to better pick-up and drop-off locations than other ride sharing services, they do not have the convenience of being located inside the parks; Minnie Van riders still have to go through bag check before passing through the touchpoints at each park they visit rather than just the first park visited when using Express Transportation. Disney's Magical Express, the airport-to-Resort transportation service, remains in operation and was not related to the park-to-park Express Transportation service.
The Express Transportation option is no longer available for purchase. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
…At the 2017 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival which starts August 31 and runs through November 13, Annual Passholders can receive up to three free “specialty buttons” during the run of the event – one, each month – by visiting the Festival Center (while supplies last). Valid Walt Disney World Annual Pass card and photo ID required for buttons. Additionally, when making purchases from new Future World marketplaces, more themed buttons are available as well.
…Disney Vacation Club Members and their guests can “channel their inner scoundrel” at pirate-themed Halloween parties at Disney's Contemporary Resort on October 31. From 3 to 5 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m., the reservations-required parties in the Ballroom of the Americas will include a DJ dance party, a pirate-themed selfie station, carnival-style games with prizes, face painting, a character photo, plus Halloween desserts, snacks, non-alcoholic beverages and a chance to meet a Walt Disney World Ambassador. Tickets are $25/person through DVC Member Services, (800)800-9800, beginning on August 24. Guests will each receive a “Buccaneer Booty Bag” to fill with “treats and treasures.” Costumes are not required, but, should you wish to wear one, be sure to read the guidelines.
…Continuing to keep up with Disney's participation in Sea Turtle Conservancy, we have another TourDeTurtles.org update as of last night: the satellite trackers report Cruz heading south along the Florida coast near Lake Worth, FL, while Sally has rounded the southern tip of Florida, swam out into the Gulf of Mexico past Key West, and was last reported heading northeast toward Naples and Fort Myers, FL.
…And, finally, for those that like to skip over the “Writer's Note” atop the Updates, the next #DisneyParksLIVE Stream event is scheduled for tonight (August 22), when Disney Parks Blog presents “Rivers of Light” live from Disney's Animal Kingdom at 8:40 p.m. EDT., 7:40 p.m. CDT, 6:40 p.m. MDT, 5:40 p.m. PDT. Use this link to watch the show live or to catch a replay (until the event, the link will take you to the Disney Parks Blog announcement of the #DisneyParksLIVE event; as showtime approaches, refresh the page if necessary, or clear your cache, return to this Article and select our link to the show again).
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Resort Events
Check here to see if a park event might fall during your next trip to the Walt Disney World Resort. If you know of any in-park events, official or unofficial, that should be listed here, please send us an e-mail (link).
2017 Resort Events
- Star Wars Experiences – Opened December 1, 2015 (ongoing)
- Dapper Day Outing (unofficial events) – November 18, 2017 at Magic Kingdom; November 19, 2017 at Epcot
- Epcot International Food & Wine Festival – August 31 – November 13, 2017.
- 35th Disney Night of Joy at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex – September 8 and 9, 2017
- Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic – October 27–28, 2017
- Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party – August 25, 29; September 1, 7, 10, 12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 29;
October 1, 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29, 31; November 1 - Holidays at Walt Disney World –Dates TBD
- Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party – November 8, 9, 12, 14, 16, 17, 26, 28;
December 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 22 - Holidays Around the World at Epcot –Dates November 24 to December 30
- Candlelight Processional at Epcot –Dates November 24 to December 30
2018 Resort Events
- Epcot International Festival of the Arts – “Early” 2018
- 25th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival – “Spring” 2018
runDisney events
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2017
- Virtual Running Shorts – June 1-August 31, 2017 (Virtual). Registration now open. No proof of time required.
- Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend – November 2–5, 2017. Registration open (some events sold out).
Proof of time deadline has passed.
2018
- 25th Anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend – January 3-7, 2018. Registration now open (many events sold out).
Proof of time deadline October 3, 2017. - 10th Anniversary Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend – February 22–25, 2018. All events sold out.
The runDisney website says to check with Travel Providers and Charity Groups for additional registration opportunities. - Star Wars Half Marathon – The Dark Side Weekend – April 19-22, 2018. Registration now open (10K is sold out).
Proof of time deadline is January 16, 2018. - Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend – TBD
For current information on registration dates and capacity, see Lorree Tachell's runDisney Race Capacity Updates in the Team MousePlanet forum on our MousePad discussion board.
Refurbishments and Attraction Closures
Note: Not all attraction closures have been officially confirmed by Disney, and are all subject to change at any time. Refurbishment schedules are estimates only. We recommend checking for updates as you plan your visit. All information is subject to change without notice. To get the most recent updates, visit DisneyWorld.com or use the MyDisneyExperience App on your iOS or Android device.
Magic Kingdom
- Wishes: A Magical Gathering of Disney Dreams – had its final showing on May 11, 2017, and has been replaced by the new fireworks show: Happily Ever After.
- The Incredibles Super Dance Party – closed. The Rockettower Plaza Stage now hosts “The Cosmic Dance Party.”
- Stitch's Great Escape – often closed on a “seasonal” basis. As of this posting, it is again open for the peak Summer season.
- The Hall of Presidents – New show opening “Late 2017.”
Epcot
- Ellen's Energy Adventure at Universe of Energy – Closed August 13, 2017, to make way for a Guardians of the Galaxy-themed attraction in approximately 2021.
Disney's Hollywood Studios
- The Great Movie Ride – Closed August 13, 2017, to make way for Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway at a date to be announced.
Disney's Animal Kingdom
- No known closures at this time
Blizzard Beach
- Runoff Rapids. Expected completion: TBA.
Typhoon Lagoon
- No known closures at this time
Disney Springs
- Portobello Country Italian Trattoria – Closed April 24, 2017. Will reopen as Terralina Crafted Italian in Fall 2017, a new concept from James Beard award-winner and Top Chef Master Tony Mantuano and Chef Justin Plank.
- Disney Quest – Closed as of July 3, 2017, to make way for The NBA Experience.
- La Nouba by Cirque du Soleil – ends its run on December 31, 2017. Next use of the theater on the West Side TBA.
- Wolfgang Puck Grand Café – closes its West Side location on August 1, 2017. A new Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill has been announced for Town Center and is expected to open in 2018.
Resorts
- Caribbean Beach – Centertown, the resort's marketplace, will be expanded with new waterfront dining and retail shopping areas. The project is expected to be completed 2019-20. Due to the work, the following food service and retail locations are closed:
- Old Port Royale Food Court
- Shutters at Old Port Royale
- Banana Cabana Pool Bar
- Calypso Trading Post
- Coronado Springs – A new 15-story tower overlooking Lago Dorado, the resort's central lake, will add 500 rooms featuring suites and concierge level services, and a rooftop dining facility that will include panoramic views of nighttime fireworks shows at the Theme Parks. The resort also plans to refurbish current resort rooms and transform some of its landscape. The project is expected to be completed 2019-20.
Current Discounts & Promotions
Note: MousePlanet does not edit past Updates to reflect price increases; for up-to-date prices, check the most recent Walt Disney World Resort Update. For your convenience, we have grouped the discount offers based on the intended audience. Check out the category that best matches you, and pick the offer that works best for you. And keep those tips coming—let us know if you find a better or different offer, so we can share it with other readers.
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Travel Discounts for Everyone |
Memory Maker pre-arrival discount Disney's PhotoPass service provides a discount on Disney Memory Maker pre-arrival packages. For $169 plus tax, Walt Disney World guests can digitally download any photos associated with their Memory Maker account, including photos taken on attractions. The advanced purchase price is $149, a $20 savings. Applicable taxes are charged to all orders. Purchase must be made more than three days prior to arrival at the Walt Disney World Resort. All sales are final, and not eligible for an exchange or refund. |
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Travel Discounts for Annual Passholders |
Through September 30, the Passholder 45th anniversary dining benefit increases to a 30% discount for dinner (excluding alcoholic beverages, tax and gratuity) before 6:30 p.m. or after 8:30 p.m. at the following participating locations: Artist Point, Boatwright's Dining Hall, Captain's Grille, Citricos, Flying Fish, Grand Floridian Cafe, Jiko–The Cooking Place, Olivia's Cafe, The Turf Club Bar and Grill, and The Wave…of American Flavors. Valid Pass and Photo ID are required for discount; not combined with other discounts, packages, promotions or special events. Reservations may be made online or at (407) WDW-DINE. Annual Passholders can “Bring-a-Friend” through September 30, 2017, by purchasing a 1-Day Magic Your Way Park Hopper ticket for $79 plus tax. The tickets are not available online; they can only be purchased at Guest Relations locations and ticket windows. Passholder must be present with valid Walt Disney World Annual Pass card and photo ID. Passholders may buy tickets for up to 6 guests and all tickets must be used on the date of purchase. Magic Strollers, “a Disney featured stroller provider,” offers a $5 discount on stroller rental when staying at a Disney Resort Hotel and using coupon code WDWAP17 to arrange your rental. Through October 1, 2017, Passholders may purchase a 1-Day Water Park ticket to Disney's Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon for $45. Tickets may be purchased at Guest Relations or at a vacation planning booth in the ticket area of each water park and may be used for same-day admission to both water parks. Passholders may purchase tickets at the same price for up to three guests. Visit the DisneyWorld.com Special Offers page (filtered for Passholders) for information, or call 407-939-7676 to book by phone. Additional information about available “Passholder Extras” are available here. If you know of an offer we haven't listed, please drop us an email with the details! |
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Discounts for Disney Rewards VISA Credit Card Holders |
20 percent off Joffrey's coffee/tea kiosks Disney Visa cardholders receive 20 percent off their entire purchase at Joffrey's coffee/tea kiosks throughout Walt Disney World, including Tea Traders Café by Joffrey's, and online at Joffreys.com with code: VISABEANS 15 percent off select guided tours Disney Visa cardholders receive 15 percent off the non-discounted price of selected guided tours for up to 10 people. The cardholder must participate in the tour, and pay with a Disney's Visa Card and/or Disney Rewards Redemption Card. Tours included:
10 percent off select restaurants Disney Visa cardholders receive 10 percent off the check when you pay with a Disney's Visa Card and/or Disney Rewards Redemption Card (be sure to request the discount). Discount excludes alcohol. Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and Villas:
Disney's BoardWalk Inn and Villas:
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort:
Disney's Contemporary Resort:
Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground:
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa:
Disney's Old Key West Resort:
Disney's Port Orleans Resort:
Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa:
Disney's Wilderness Lodge:
Disney's Yacht Club Resort:
Disney's Hollywood Studios:
Epcot:
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex:
10 percent off merchandise Disney Visa cardholders receive 10 percent off at participating Disney-owned retail location when you spend a minimum of $50 and pay with a Disney's Visa Card and/or Disney Rewards Redemption Card (be sure to request the discount). Read all of the restrictions on the Disney Visa website. Cardholders also receive 10% off select merchandise purchases of $50 or more at the following Walt Disney World® Resort Operating Participant merchandise locations including Basin®, Basin White®, Chapel Hats, Good Fortune Gifts and House of Good Fortune, kidsHeritage and Marrakesh Emporium Arts & Crafts. 15 percent off all Disney spa and salon services Disney Visa cardholders receive 15 percent off the non-discounted price of any salon treatment valued at $45 or greater or any 50-minute or longer spa service most days at the spas and salons at Walt Disney World Resort listed below: Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and Villas
Disney's Contemporary Resort
Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
Disney's Wilderness Lodge
Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resorts
10% off select recreation experiences Disney Visa cardholders receive 15 percent off the non-discounted price of the recreation experiences listed below:
Free character photo at a private meet and greet location at Epcot Present your Disney's Premier Visa Card or Disney Rewards Visa Card for access to a private character meet and greet at Epcot for the cardholder and up to five guests. The event is hosted daily from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Imagination Pavilion at Epcot (enter near the jumping fountains near the exit to the Magic Eye Theater). You'll receive one free character photo download per day. |
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Travel Discounts for Military Personnel |
La Nouba by Cirque du Soleil Active and retired U.S. Military personnel presenting valid ID can save to 25% on tickets to La Nouba through December 16 for tickets purchased at the theater box office located on the West Side of Disney Springs. 2017 Military Salute – 4-Day or 5-Day Military Promotional Ticket discount Through December 19, 2017, active and retired U.S. military personnel (including active and retired members of the United States Coast Guard, National Guard and Reservists) or their spouses can purchase:
Walt Disney World Resort tickets may be used January 1 through December 19, 2017. Thanks to our reader Dr. Smith who alerted us that the website militarydisneytips.com notes that April 9-23 are no longer listed as blockout dates for Disney's Armed Forces Salute. Active and retired U.S. military personnel can purchase Disney Military Promotional Tickets for themselves and up to five additional family members or friends. No more than six Disney Military Promotional Tickets may be purchased by any eligible member of the U.S. military (or spouse) pursuant to this offer. All tickets and options are non-transferable and must be used by December 19, 2017. Military Salute – Hotel discount Disney does not publish the actual discounted rates offered to service members under this program, and instead asks eligible U.S. military personnel to call 407-939-7830 to check pricing, availability and to make reservations. The website Military Disney Tips.com says the offer is 30-40 percent, based on room category. The 2017 offer is valid most nights from January 1 through December 19, 2017. |
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Travel Discounts for Florida Residents |
Rates for Florida Residents starting as low as $108 per night, plus tax are available for a stay in a standard room at Disney’s Pop Century Resort, most Sunday through Thursday nights from June 11 through August 31, 2017. Other discounted rates and Resorts may be available from June 6 through August 31, 2017. Book through August 30, 2017. Visit this page of DisneyWorld.com for more information and reservations. Florida Residents can also save 30% on 4 days at the theme parks with a 4-Day Disney Select Ticket. This $54.75 plus tax per day ticket gives you access to one theme park per day for up to 4 days (which do not have to be used consecutively). A 3-Day Disney Select Ticket is also available for $66.34 plus tax per day. Tickets expire 6 months after first use, with the first use on or before December 31, 2018. Proof of Florida Residency is required. More information is available on this page of DisneyWorld.com. The La Nouba “Florida Resident Family Fun Pack” is back. As its final performance of La Nouba approaches on December, Cirque du Soleil is offering Florida resident ticket deals for its least expensive seats: $96.75 for 3 tickets; $129 for 4 tickets. Offer expires on December 16, 2017 and resident ID is required. Discounts may also be available for premium seat categories. Tickets and information on Cirque Du Soleil's La Nouba webpage. If you know of an offer we haven't listed, please drop us an email with the details! |
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Travel Discounts for Canada Residents |
Check disneyparks.ca for the latest offers from Disney. Canadian residents can save 25% on fall cruises aboard Disney Cruise Line's Disney Magic departing from New York City on October 14 and November 18, 2017, when booking Verandah, Oceanview and Inside Staterooms. Both sailings include festive decor, themed activities, and the “Marvel Day at Sea” along with other entertainment. Both itineraries also include a visit to Disney's private Bahamian island, Castaway Cay, and a one-day visit to Walt Disney World Resort (including a Park Hopper ticket and roundtrip transportation from the ship). For more information and booking, visit this page of the Disney Cruise Line website, or call (800) 491-9744 (mention booking code “CAN”), or your Travel Agent. Offer may be applied to existing bookings, exclusions apply, and Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses not included in offer. If you know of an offer we haven't listed, please drop us an email with the details! |
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Travel Discounts for U.K. Residents |
The website GetWestLondon.co.uk has an updated list of some of the offers available to folks planning ahead to holiday at Walt Disney World Resort from the United Kingdom. You can see the latest offers for U.K. residents on Disney World's U.K. packages website. If you know of an offer we haven't listed, please drop us an email with the details! |
