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Shades of Green’s End of Summer Special

Well I just said in my most recent newsletter, not to expect any new military discounts from Shades of Green for the rest of the fiscal year, unless they weren’t meeting their reservations goals.

AND they now have announced their End of Summer Special rates available on standard rooms, 6 – 31 August 2011 (New Bookings only).

These are the same rates offered on their May Package.

  • $90 category 1 ($5 savings)
  • $100 category 2 ($23 savings)
  • $110 category 3 ($21 savings)

To reserve your reservation follow the below link and use one of the following codes and insert in the group code box (please do not use the military/civilian grade box) :

1108AUGUST1 for category 1 guests $90.00 per night (E1-E5, Cadet)
1103AUGUST2 for category 2 guests $100.00 per night (E6-E9,O1-O3,100% Disabled Veterans, Widows, Medal of Honor Recipients)
1108AUGUST3 for category 3 guests $110.00 per night (O4-O6, CW4-CW6, O7-O10, Active Duty Foreign Military, DoD Active/Retired)

To make your reservation  click here

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Kids Eat Free at Shades of Green in May

Shades of Green’s Book Your “Stay in May” Offer

Shades of Green has a new offer. If you book you stay for dates in May 2011 by 19 February your kids will eat for free in the Gardin Gallery and Mangino’s restaurants.

Kids 9 and under with purchase of an adult entree or buffet. Child must be present. New reservations only

Please call Shades of Green Reservations at (888) 593-2242

Military Disney Tips Round-Up 30 Jan. 2011

Military Disney Tips Round-Up, Woody (C) Disney

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Make sure to stay tuned to my Shades of Green Discount Package page. I predict Shades will continue coming out with new offers as the year goes on. You don’t want to miss out on a great discount offer.

Have you voted yet? Check out our poll on where our readers plan to stay this year while using their Armed Forces Salute Tickets.

If you’ve decided to stay at Shades of Green, did you see my reviews of Mangino’s and the Garden Gallery Buffet?

This week I found the most amazing photos of Disney World by Tom Bricker on flickriver and on his flicker page.

A great review of WDW’s new The Magic, The Memories, And You – Check out this post on yourfirstvisit.net. This new show runs in the Magic Kingdom Park in the Castle Forecourt Area and gives those waiting for fireworks or parades something to do. An example of NextGen Disney.

Disney’s new Command Center – This article from the New York Times is a little long but a good read. It’s about Disney’s attempt to deal with crowding in their parks. More NextGen Disney.

Airman runs Disney Marathon while deployed while his wife runs at Disney World – An Air Force Major organized a simultaneous running of the WDW Marathon at Camp Victory Baghdad. 451 runners competed while deployed!

Disney’s Pink, White, and Blue Cupcakes – Disney Food Blog post – I think they look Red,White, and Blue. Very patriotic.

Walt Disney World Resort Update on Mouse Planet – Lots of good info and pics of the Fantacyland expansion at the Magic Kingdom.

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Shades of Green Super Saver Dates Filling Up

Shades of Green’s great Super Saver rates in January and February 2011 are filling up. Shades’ fantastic room rates of $69, $79, $89 for price categories 1, 2, & 3 are hard to beat. If you have the availability to go to WDW in the next 4 weeks you’ll save a bunch with these rates and Disney’s Military Salute Ticket Offer.

Please call Shades of Green (888) 593-2242 for further details

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Shades Of Green Fall 2011 Special

Updated SoG Poster

UPDATE: Shades has reduced the Fall Special to 30% off & changed the offer dates to 1 September – 31 October.

They must be getting closer to capacity.

Thanks to eagle-eyed reader Jon for tipping me off.

Shades of Green keeps rolling out their discount specials and packages. The latest special is for Fall 2011 (15 August – 31 October).

It’s a great 50% off regular room rates.

There are blackout dates and “limited availability” so call soon if these dates will work for you.

Combine this offer with the Disney Military Salute tickets and you’ll save a lot on your vacation.

Here are the half off rates

30% Off Rates
Room Rates Category 1 Category 2 Category 3
Standard Room $66.50 $86.10 $91.70
Poolside Room $73.50 $93.10 $98.70
Junior Family Suite $175.00 $175.00 $175.00
Family Suite $192.50 $192.50 $192.50

Please call Shades of Green (888) 593-2242 for further details

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Half Off One Night At Shades Of Green

Shades of Green Resort - Wallt Disney World FloridaShades of Green’s After 10 PM Special

Shades of Green has a great half off offer on one night’s rate. This can apply to a single night or the first night of a several night stay. Now through 31 March 2011.

If you check in after 10 pm you get half off on one night’s rate. Additional nights are at the regular rate.

Half Off Rates (After 10pm)
Room Rates Category 1 Category 2 Category 3
Standard Room $47.50 $61.50 $65.50
Poolside Room $52.50 $66.50 $70.50
Junior Family Suite $125.00 $125.00 $125.00
Family Suite $137.50 $137.50 $137.50

Please call Shades of Green (888) 593-2242 for further details
*Restrictions apply

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Shades of Green Offers February – Sweetheart Package

Valentines Day

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If romance is what you are looking for, Shades of Green’s Sweetheart package may be just what you need.

They are offering a room and breakfast package for the first 18 days of February. They are not quoting a price so you’ll have to call if you are interested.

This package includes:

3 Night room accommodations
3 Breakfast Buffets
Valid February 1 – 18, 2011
Gratuity not included
Shades of Green Reservations 1.888.593.2242
*Restrictions apply, please call for further details

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Shades of Green September 2011 Special

Shades of Green has an outstanding deal coming up in September 2011. They are calling it the “Early Rewards” September 2011 Special. Their rooms will be 50% off during the month, that’s a huge savings! Below is the breakdown on how that would reduce the standard room rate. Check here for other Shades of Green room rate categories.

  • Category 1 Standard Room will be $47.50 (Regularly $95.00)
  • Category 2 Standard Room will be $61.50 (Regularly $123.00)
  • Category 3 Standard Room will be $65.50 (Regularly $131.00)

Combine this offer with Disney’s 2011 Military Armed Forces Salute Ticket Offer, which offers four-day Park-Hopper or four-day Water Park Fun and More tickets for $138.00 (Roughly 51% off), and you’ve got a half price Disney vacation!

I imagine these rates will go fast, so make your reservation now.

Call Shades of Green Reservations at 888-593-2242 (24/7 except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years)

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Shades of Green Offers New Packages for 2010 – 2011

In the wake of Disney’s announcement of it’s Military Salute Discounted Ticket Offer for 2010- 2011, Shades of Green has updated it’s offering of packages.

For October and November 2010 the Thank You for Your Service Special

Starting at $329.00
• 3 Night Room Accommodations
• 3 Breakfast Buffets at the Garden Gallery Restaurant
• 3 Dinner Buffets at the Garden Gallery Restaurant
• Children 9 and under free

*Additional guests 10 and over $20.00 per night
 (Standard Rooms
 Only)
*Valid November 1 – November 30th, 2010 
*Restrictions apply, please call for further details
*cannot be booked online

For January 2011 the Early Rewards January Special Name changed to: Escape Winter Package

Starting at $165.00 per person (based on double occupancy)
• 3 Night Room Accommodations
• 3 Breakfast Buffet at the Garden Gallery
• 3 Dinner Buffets at the Garden Gallery
• Children 9 and under free

*Additional guests 10 and over $20.00 per night
 (Standard Rooms
 Only)
*Must book by November 30th, 2010
*Restrictions apply, please call for further details
*cannot be booked online

How much do these two packages save?

Shades of Green has renewed their Care Giver Package

The Shades of Green Caregiver Special, is designed as a respite for those providing for our country’s wounded and ill Armed Forces members, veterans, and family members.

Only $69.00 per night (double occupancy) includes :

• Standard Room Accommodations

*Additional guests 18 and over $15.00 per night
*Only Valid through November 30, 2010 (Blockout dates may apply)
*Eligibility Requirements – Must be Active Duty or Retired military, members of the Guard or Reserve, DoD civilian employees, and Family members of the above groups with a military/Government ID card.
*Definition of Caregiver – A Caregiver can be anyone who takes care of someone such as, a wounded soldier, a child of a deployed airman, soldier, sailor, marine, or a sick family member.

And Finally the R&R 40% off Special has been extended Through 30 January 2011

1 – 14 nights receive 40% off room rate for eligible OIF/OEF soldiers and DoD civilians on R&R or returning from a 270 day tour.
40% off Room Rate and SOG Food and Beverage outlets
Valid through January 30, 2011
Sponsor Room only

Please call Shades of Green reservations for more info or to reserve 888-593-2242

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Shades of Green Red White and Blue Salute Package Extended for 2011

Shades of Green has extended their Red White & Blue Salute Package through 30 September 2011. This package includes 5 dollar per night discounted room rates for a four to eight night stay at Shades of Green, Fifteen percent discounted breakfast and dinner at the Garden Gallery Restaurant, and Discounted Stars and Stripes Passes ($10 off for adults, $5 off for kids 3-9).

See this page for full details of the Red White & Blue Salute Package