Walt Disney World Resort Update for March 15 – 21, 2016
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News and Views
Story Maker arrives at “it's a small world” | Three new Walt Disney World discount offers | Menu change for the Wine & Dine Half Marathon | Views around the World | MouseAdventure Silly Symphonies | This and That | Crowd Forecast
Story Maker arrives at “it's a small world.”
In February 2013, we published a photo here on MousePlanet of video screens that had recently been added to the “goodbye” scene of “it's a small world” in the Magic Kingdom. The screens were part of Disney's Story Maker product, one element of the NextGen project to increase personalization for park visitors. A second Story Maker installation was spotted at Rock 'n' Roller Coaster at Disney's Hollywood Studios that same month.
It's now three years later, and Disney has finally put the “it's a small world” screens into use. Riders on “it's a small world” may be surprised, delighted, or creeped out to find their names displayed on one of the video boards as they exit the attraction.
“it's a small world” now has a finale that makes use of technology that remotely reads the Magic Bands of guests and displays personalized “goodbye” greetings. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
The interactive screens were installed in 2013, but not used until recently. MousePlanet file photo.
This is all made possible through the use of MagicBands, the plastic wristbands that serve as your room key, park admission, and charge card during your Walt Disney World vacation. RFID sensors at the attraction can read your MagicBand, allowing Disney to personalize the display. This is the same technology that allows Disney to record video of your ride on the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train at Magic Kingdom, and could someday let Mickey Mouse greet you by name during your visit.
Disney still has yet to officially announce or confirm the Story Maker program, but we expect to see much more of this type of personalization in coming weeks and months.
Video screens in the “it's a small world” finale display personalized “goodbye” greetings making use of technology that remotely reads the Magic Bands of guests. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
When wearing a Magic Band, “it's small world” may now say “goodbye” to you personally. The Magic Band's longer-distance radio is expected to be used for personalization at additional attractions in the not too distant future. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
If the thought of this type of personalization bothers you, you can opt out by declining a MagicBand, and instead request an RF card from the front desk of your Walt Disney World Resort hotel. You can read more about the privacy policy in the My Magic+ FAQ.
Three new Walt Disney World discount offers
Walt Disney World released three new discount offers as part of their “Awaken Summer” promotion, and Small World Vacations shared the details with us. These three offers all include the option of a special “Awaken Summer” MagicBand for each person on the reservation.
Awaken Summer room & ticket package
Book through June 10, 2016 for stays most Sunday through Thursday nights from May 30 through August 25, 2016.
Plus, you can receive an exclusive “Awaken Summer” graphic MagicBand when you upgrade to a room and Theme Park package with a minimum 2-day Magic Your Way Ticket.**
Booking Dates:
Mar. 14 – Jun. 10, 2016Travel Dates:
May 30 – Aug. 25, 2016The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Tickets are valid for one theme park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. Additional per-adult charges may apply if more than two adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate and Deluxe Resorts. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Advanced reservations required. Offer excludes campsites, 3-bedroom villas, The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Bungalows at Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows, Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort, Disney's Art of Animation Resort – The Little Mermaid Standard Rooms, Disney's Port Orleans-French Quarter.
** Option to choose a unique 'Awaken Summer' MagicBand with the purchase of a room and minimum 2-day ticket package; If each Guest does not a customize band, it will default to the unique band.
Awaken Summer room-only package
You can save up to 30%* on rooms at select Walt Disney World® Resort hotels for stays most nights June 12 through August 25, 2016 when you book by June 10, 2016.
Plus, you can receive an exclusive “Awaken Summer” graphic MagicBand when you upgrade to a room and Theme Park package with a minimum 2-day Magic Your Way® Ticket.
The “Awaken Summer” MagicBand will activate a surprise sound and lighting feature at select touch points throughout the Walt Disney World Resort.**
Booking Dates:
March 14-June 10, 2016Travel Dates:
June 12-Aug. 25, 2016*The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Length-of-stay requirements may apply. Savings based on the non-discounted price for the same room. Additional per-adult charges may apply if more than two adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate and Deluxe Resorts. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Advance reservations required. Offer excludes campsites, 3-bedroom villas, The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Bungalows at Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows, Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort, Disney's Art of Animation Resort – The Little Mermaid Standard Rooms, Disney's Port Orleans-French Quarter. 30% savings for select Disney Deluxe and Deluxe Villa Resorts; lower savings may be available for other Resorts.
** Option to choose a unique 'Awaken Summer' MagicBand with the purchase of a room and minimum 2-day ticket package; If Guest does not customize band, they will default to the unique band.
Awaken Summer kid-sized package
Book through June 10, 2016 for stays most Sunday through Thursday nights from May 30 through August 25, 2016.
Plus, you can receive an exclusive “Awaken Summer” graphic MagicBand when you upgrade to a room and Theme Park package with a minimum 2-day Magic Your Way® Ticket.
Booking Dates:
Mar. 14 – Jun. 10, 2016Travel Dates:
May 30 – Aug. 25, 2016The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Tickets must be used within 14 days of first use. All Guests in the same room must be on the same package.
** Option to choose a unique 'Awaken Summer' MagicBand with the purchase of a room and minimum 2-day ticket package; If Guest does not customize band, they will default to the unique band.
Menu change for the Wine & Dine Half Marathon
After putting registration on hold for the 2016 Wine & Dine Half Marathon, Disney has announced a change to the race format and event weekend schedule that has some runners reconsidering their plans to participate this year.
The Wine & Dine Half Marathon was unique among runDisney races as the only remaining nighttime race on the annual schedule, with both the Tower of Terror 10K and Expedition Everest events canceled in recent years.
It was also runDisney's only Saturday half-marathon, making it attractive to people who couldn't commit to the multi-day vacation needed for most runDisney events. A runner could fly in on Friday, attend the Expo to pick up their race bib Friday afternoon or Saturday morning, run Saturday night, and fly home Sunday. With a 5K event scheduled Saturday morning, runners who wanted a challenge could run both events the same day.
The half marathon race concluded at Epcot park, with runners invited to stay and enjoy a post-race party at the annual International Food & Wine Festival. The unique night race, the Saturday schedule, and the festive after-party experience all helped make this event very popular with some runners.
Disney has now announced the half marathon will move to Sunday morning, to make room for a new 10K event on Saturday morning. As expected, the addition of a 10K race also comes with a new “challenge” event—Lumiere's Two Course Challenge—for those who want to run both races. runDisney moved the 5K event to Friday morning, and scheduled the post-race party for Sunday night.
It's easy to see how this move will create extra revenue for Disney, even without considering the increased registration fees. Where an out-of-town runner could previously enjoy the whole event with just a two-night stay, that same runner must now extend their trip by several days, arriving on Thursday to attend the mandatory race expo, and staying at least through Monday if they want to enjoy the “post race” celebration. Disney will get two additional room nights from many runners as a result of this change, plus the additional meals associated with a longer stay.
It's still possible to enjoy a quick runDisney break—fly in on Saturday, run Sunday morning and leave the same day—but runners who do so will miss much of what made this race unique, and nothing replaces the experience of running through the theme parks at night.
RunDisney's announcement was met with disappointment from many runners. Postings to the runDisney Facebook page include some people who are happy about the move to a daytime event, but many more complaints about the new schedule. A sampling of the criticism:
“And I'm out for W&D. I would have done it with the old schedule since it would allow Sunday to be a travel day. Disney won't get my money this time.”
“Why did you have to murder Wine and Dine? It was the best race you had. I guess I can go and cancel our room reservations now. Thanks for saving me a lot of money….I guess.”
“Can you guys bring back at least 1 night race a year? Pretty please?!? Now wine and dine is like every other race out there.”
“Awful move with the Wine and Dine changes. The nighttime race was what made this event special. It provided such a unique view of the parks, and provided lots of opportunities for really unique experiences on course. The ultimate runners night out. Finishing through epcot with your family and friends waiting for you at the after party forming that giant cheering tunnel was the highlight of the course. I'm very sad to see these changes.”
What do you think about these changes? Are you now more or less likely to register for this event for 2016?
Views around the World
Contributing photographer Alan Dalinka shares some photos from around Walt Disney World.
Walt Disney World's new Seasonal Ticket Pricing is in effect for one-day tickets. Last week was considered the “Regular” season and this week through April 2 is considered “Peak.” Display screens above the ticket booths, like these at the Transportation & Ticket Center, reflect the current price. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
Epcot
Part of the fun of the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival for photo bugs (like yours truly), is finding different angles to photograph the many topiaries around the park. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
Additional rock work details continue to rise above the construction wall surrounding the future home of the Frozen princesses' Royal Sommerhaus at the Norway pavilion. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
The Odyssey hosts private and special events only during the Epcot International Food & Garden Festival this year. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
Even Stitch can be found on Flower & Garden Festival merchandise. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
Near the Germany pavilion, a kiosk remains behind construction walls. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
Next weekend's Garden Rocks concert during the Flower & Garden Festival will feature Little River Band. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
Magic Kingdom
Roof tile work continues at Cinderella Castle. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
A construction crane continues to lift workers up to the roof of Cinderella Castle for maintenance well past the seasonal removal of the winter “Dream Lights”. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
Some final work is being done on the new ramps to Cinderella Castle. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
The ongoing project to automate the Walt Disney World Monorail System closes the Magic Kingdom Express Monorail on many Wednesday and Thursday afternoons, requiring travel by ferryboat to and from the TTC. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
The “Zootopia Monorail System” wrap can be seen on Monorail Red. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
MouseAdventure Silly Symphonies
Come join MouseAdventure for the first Spring game in Walt Disney World—MouseAdventure Silly Symphonies. This adventure will kick off at Sea Breeze Point, the gazebo on the edge of Crescent Lake near the Boardwalk resort. From here you will explore the nearby resorts and then continue into Epcot Park. The day wraps up with an informal meet up back at the gazebo. Details will be announced on game morning.
So, get the band together and get ready for MouseAdventure Silly Symphonies! Registration for this event opens at 9 a.m. Pacific Time on Tuesday, March 15 online at www.mouseadventure.com.
MouseAdventure Silly Symphonies will take place on May 14 at Epcot.
MouseAdventure Silly Symphonies will put you through a series of quests and challenges to be solved throughout the Epcot Resorts and Epcot Park.
Registration is $150 per team. Each player will need admission to Epcot Park on Saturday, May 14. MouseAdventure registration does not include theme park admission.
More information about MouseAdventure can be found at www.mouseadventure.com.
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This and That
…Disney Visa cardholders can save 10% off lunch at Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs now through April 30. Cardmembers will need to present and pay with their Disney Visa Card at time of purchase to receive the offer.
…If you're one of the people who has been clamoring to get your hands on a Purple MagicBand, the wait is over. Disney quietly added the in-demand color as an option for the free MagicBands available to Walt Disney World Resort guests through the My Disney Experience program.
Anecdotally, Disney CMs say purple is the most-requested color since Disney first introduced the devices, but until now has not been an option for most guests. Earlier this year Disney began selling purple MagicBands at retail locations ($13), and as a base color for the customized MagicBand product sold at the Magic Kingdom ($22 and up), but there was no way to request the color for your “free” MagicBand.
Purple MagicBands are now available to Walt Disney World resort guests.
…Signs at Epcot confirm that the Sounds Like Summer concert series will return June 6 through July 23, but Disney has not yet released a schedule of bands or concert dates.
The Sounds Like Summer concert series returns to Epcot after the conclusion of the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
…Spring break crowds means the seasonal operation of the Tomorrowland Terrace has resumed.
Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant has reopened to serve the seasonal crowds. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
For a counter service location, the Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant's menu this season seems a bit broader than several others: it includes a lobster roll. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
…The “world's largest entertainment McDonald's” is set to open this week off International Drive at Sand Lake Drive & International Drive. The new Epic McD restaurant replaces an older McDonald's that is probably familiar to anyone who has driven I-4 to and from Walt Disney World, as it was shaped like a giant box of French fries. The “entertainment McDonald's,” so designated to avoid confusion with the actual largest McDonald's in the world, sounds like the fast-food version of a Dave & Busters. The menu includes standard Golden Arches fare, plus concept kitchen items like pizza and pasta. You can even follow them on Twitter, @epicmcdorl .
As Easter approaches, Epcot offers the Disney Eggstravaganza egg hunt through March 27 (or while supplies last). Maps and stickers can be purchased for $5.95 plus tax. Photo by Alan S. Dalinka.
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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).
2016 Resort events
- Star Wars Experiences – December 1, 2015 – March 20, 2016 (tentative end date)
- 2016 Flower & Garden Festival – March 2 – May 30, 2016
- Dapper Day at the Magic Kingdom (unofficial event) – Saturday, April 16, 2016. More information at the event website.
- MouseAdventure (unofficial event) – Saturday, May 14. A puzzle hunt at the Walt Disney World Resort. More information at the event website.
- Gay Days at Walt Disney World (annual unofficial event) – June 2–5. More information on the event website. To whatever degree there are “organized” events, the schedule calls for attendees to visit the parks on these days:
- Thursday, June 2 – Animal Kingdom
- Friday, June 3 – Disney's Hollywood Studios
- Saturday, June 4 – Magic Kingdom (the busiest day of the event)
- Sunday, June 5 – Epcot
- Night of Joy – dates to be announced
- 2016 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival –September 14 through November 14, 2016.
- Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic – dates to be announced.
- Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party – dates to be announced.
- “Jersey Week” – November 6 – 13. Expect larger crowds this week as New Jersey students and families take advantage of a Fall Break created by their school's participation in the New Jersey Teachers Convention.
- Dapper Day at Epcot (unofficial event) – Saturday, November 12, 2016. More information at the event website.
- Holidays at Walt Disney World – dates to be announced.
- Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party – dates to be announced.
- Holidays Around the World at Epcot – dates to be announced.
- Candlelight Processional at Epcot – dates to be announced.
runDisney events
If you participate in (or are considering signing up for) runDisney events, visit our Team MousePlanet forum on the MousePad discussion board, where you can join our community of health-minded readers and staff.
2016
- Star Wars Half Marathon – The Dark Side Weekend – April 14 – 17, 2016. All races are sold out. The deadline to submit proof of time for these events has passed.
- Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend – November 3 – 4, 2016. Pre-sale begins March 8, 2016. General registration opens March 15, 2016.
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.
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Events
Check here to see if a sporting competition might fall during your next trip to the Walt Disney World Resort. We don't list all events here, but focus on the larger sport and cheer events that might result in extra visitors to the theme parks, and make it harder to secure a hotel room. The All-Star and moderate resort hotels are often the home base for these larger events, so it's worth avoiding those properties if possible.
2016 ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex events
- 2016 Atlanta Braves Spring Training – March 4 – April 4. See website for game schedule. Tickets, including season tickets, mini plans and single-game tickets are now on sale
- International All Star Championship – March 12 – 13.
- ICU Cheerleading and Dance Worlds Championship – April 21 – 22.
- USASF Cheerleading and Dance Worlds Championship – April 23 – 25. This event draws over 12,000 participants.
- Varsity All Star’s Cheerleading Championship – April 29 – May 1.
- Special Olympics Florida Summer Games – May 20 – 21.
- AAU National Club Championship – June 30 – July 3.
- Special Olympics Florida Fall Classic – November 11 – 12.
- 2016 Pop Warner Super Bowl – dates to be announced, but likely either December 3 – 10, or 10 – 17, 2016.
Merchandise Events
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Egg-stravaganza 2016 Egg-stravaganza returns for the fourth time March 2 through 27. A dozen oversized eggs decorated with images of Disney characters will be placed around the World Showcase lagoon. Egg hunters first purchase a special map and stickers to help locate these eggs, and then place the stickers in the corresponding spots on the map. The maps are $5.95 plus tax (a $1 increase from 2015), and no discounts apply. Maps are sold at the following locations:
Once complete, participants return the map to a redemption location to claim their prize—one of six different two-inch-tall “eggs” featuring all-new character designs for the 2016 promotion. The redemption centers is located at the Point of Entry store in Epcot. If you are only in it for the eggs, you don't need to complete the egg hunt to claim your prize—just buy your map at the redemption center and receive your egg. The eggs are awarded randomly, but you may be able to trade with other collectors to complete a set if that is your goal. |
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Refurbishments and Attraction Closures
Magic Kingdom
2016
- Big Thunder Mountain Railroad – closed April 4 – July 15 for refurbishment.
- Swiss Family Robinson Treehouse – closed July 7 – September 24 for refurbishment.
- Liberty Square Riverboat – closed August 15 – 21 for refurbishment.
- “it's a small world” – closed August 22 – September 15 for refurbishment.
Epcot
2016
- Soarin' – closed as of January 4, 2016. Reopens sometime in “summer of 2016” as Soarin' Around the World, with a new ride film.
- Circle of Life – closed February 7 through April 2 for refurbishment.
- Maelstrom – permanently closed for construction of Frozen Ever After attraction. New ride expected to open May, 2016.
Disney's Hollywood Studios
2016
- Toy Story Midway Mania – closing for one day, Tuesday March 15, to connect the new ride track.
- Magic of Disney Animation – building permanently closed for future expansion. Part of the space has been converted to the Star Wars Launch Bay.
- Pizza Planet restaurant – closed January 11 for refurbishment. Reopening date TBD.
- Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show – closes on April 3, 2016 to make way for the Star Wars Land expansion.
- Honey, I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure – closes on April 3, 2016 to make way for the Star Wars Land expansion.
- Studio Catering Co. – closes on April 3, 2016 to make way for the Star Wars Land expansion.
- Meet & Greet: Mike and Sulley at Streets of America – closes on April 3, 2016 to make way for the Star Wars Land expansion.
Disney's Animal Kingdom
- Flights of Wonder – show dark January 25 – March 17
- The Boneyard play area – closed February 22 – March 17 for refurbishment.
Blizzard Beach
- None scheduled
Typhoon Lagoon
- Entire park closed January 3 – March 13, 2016 for refurbishment.
Disney Springs
- Fulton's Crab House – closes April, 2016 for refurbishment.
- Planet Hollywood – closed January 1 – June 1, 2016 for refurbishment and transformation into a Planet Hollywood Observatory.
- Disney Springs Bridge 4 and restrooms on Pleasure Island – temporarily closed for ongoing construction work.
- Disney Springs Lots A-G – closed through August 1, 2016.
- Disney Springs Lots H, I, J, and K (in Westside area) – closed until further notice for construction.
- Cirque du Soleil La Nouba – performs Tuesdays through Saturdays.
- Disney Quest – scheduled to close sometime in 2016. Will be replaced with an NBA Experience venue.
Resorts
- Art of Animation – Schoolyard Sprayground closed through March 11 for refurbishment.
- Bay Lake Tower – Bay Cove Pool closed February 1 – March 18 for refurbishment.
- Boardwalk Inn
- Exterior painting and repair during daylight hours, through May 5, 2016
- Flying Fish Cafe closed February 1 – September 30, 2016 for refurbishment.
- Seashore Sweets – closes February 1 as part of the Flying Fish refurbishment.
- Wilderness Lodge and Villas – Hidden Springs pool, resort beach, playground, and Recreation fire pit closed. No opening date provided, but the pool is expected to be closed through 2017. Expect construction-related closures and noise due to construction of the as-yet-unannounced Disney Vacation Club cabins.
Elsewhere
- Disney Osprey Ridge Golf Course – permanently closed.
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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Discounts for Everyone |
Spring 2016 Family Time package The Family Time package offers a 5-day/4-night Walt Disney World vacation package for a family of 4 for as low as $1,714. The package includes 5-day theme park tickets and a 4-night stay in standard rooms at Disney's All-Star Music Resort for as low as $1,714 for a family of 4. Book this offer through February 28, 2016 for stays most Sunday through Thursday nights February 22 through March 3, 2016 and April 3 through May 26, 2016. Other great rates are also available for alternate lengths of stay and party sizes for stays most nights February 22 through June 11, 2016. Travel must be booked from December 28, 2015 – Feb. 28, 2016. The Magic Your Way package offers up to 25 percent off on rooms for travel from April 14 to June 11 with a booking window from February 29 to March 31, 2016. Find a full list of resorts and discounts on the Small World Vacations blog. 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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Discounts for Annual Passholders |
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Discounts for Disney Rewards VISA & Debit Card Holders |
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:
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. 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 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
Free 5″ x 7″ 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. inside Innoventions West at Epcot. You'll receive one free 5″ x 7″ character photo per day. |
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Discounts for Military Personnel |
2016 Military Salute – 4-Day Military Promotional Ticket discount Through December 16, 2016, 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 3 through December 19, 2016, except that the tickets may not be used March 20 – 2016 April 1, 2016. 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, 2016. 2016 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%, based on room category. The new offer is valid most nights from January 3 through December 19, 2016. Like the ticket offer, the hotel discounts are not valid March 20, 2016 through April 1, 2016. |
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Discounts for Florida Residents |
None at this time. |
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Discounts for Canada Residents |
None at this time. |
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Discounts for U.K. Residents |
None at this time. |
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