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Shades of Green – November Special

Sep 26th, 2011
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Shades of Green Resort - Wallt Disney World FloridaShades of Green is offering 10% off room rates for stays 31 October-6 November, 14-18 November, and 27-30 November 2011

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

FALL1 for category 1 guests $85.50 per night (E1-E5, Cadet)
FALL2 for category 2 guests $110.70 per night (E6-E9,O1-O3,100% Disabled Veterans, Widows, Medal of Honor Recipients)
FALL3 for category 3 guests $117.90 per night (O4-O6, CW4-CW6, O7-O10, Active Duty Foreign Military, DoD Active/Retired)

Here is the link

Rate is available on standard rooms only on a first come, first serve basis. Must book online to receive this offer. Discount will be taken from applicable room rate based on category. Subject to availability. New reservations only. Cannot be combined with any other offer.

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Picture Post – Oktoberfest at Shades of Green

Sep 23rd, 2011
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Oktoberfest at Disney World's Shades of Green

Shades of Green gears up for it’s upcoming Oktoberfest

See my post for details

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Disney Golf Clinics For Shades of Green Guests

Sep 6th, 2011
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Disney Golf -copyright DisneyShades of Green Guests are eligible for golf clinics at Disney’s Palm Golf Course.

The swing fundamentals clinic is held every Wednesday from 9 to 10 AM.

The cost is $15.00 and all equipment is provided.

Call 407-824-3082 to reserve your spot.

All skill levels are welcome.

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Will Hurricane Katia Impact Shades Of Green And Walt Disney World

Sep 1st, 2011
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Do you have plans to stay at Shades of Green for a Walt Disney World Vacation next week?

Naturally you might be somewhat worried about Hurricane Katia.

Right now, Katia is expected to miss Florida. The weather staff at my unit says a mid-atlantic ridge will catch Katia and turn it north. But you should keep informed in case that doesn’t happen.

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Will Hurricane Irene Impact Shades Of Green And Walt Disney World

Aug 23rd, 2011
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Do you have plans to stay at Shades of Green for a Walt Disney World Vacation later this week or early next week?

Naturally you might be somewhat worried about Hurricane Irene.

Currently the National Weather Service projects that Irene will be a Major Hurricane with winds in excess of 110 miles per hour as it passes by the east coast of Florida on Thursday and Friday. But the hurricane force winds are projected to be off shore!

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Character Breakfast At Shades of Green Sponsored By Raytheon

Aug 18th, 2011
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Copyright DisneyJoin Mickey and some of his friends on 1 November 2011 for a character breakfast just like the ones in select Disney restaurants.

This once a year special is presented by Raytheon.

Sign up in the Shades of Green Lobby for your preferred breakfast time on 30 & 31 October.

The Raytheon Character Breakfast is available only for Shades of Green guests staying on or through November 1, 2011.

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Shades of Green’s Single Soldier Special, What About The Other Services?

Aug 14th, 2011
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WHAT’S IN A NAME

It’s called the Single Soldier Special…

Shades of Green can’t help it, they are owned by Army MWR. But this offer is available to Sailors, Marines, and Airmen too, as long as they are between the pay grades of E-1 and E-5. Both single and double occupancy rates are quoted and no mention of marital status is made in their ad so married members may participate too. The only restriction is that this offer is for active duty members only.

HOW DOES THE PRICE STACK UP

The Shades of Green price for this three-night package is $399 for one and $558 for two.

Package Dates are 20 August – 20 September 2011

Included in the package are:

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3 New Specials At Shades Of Green

Aug 11th, 2011
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Shades of Green Resort - Wallt Disney World FloridaShades of Green the military resort on Walt Disney World property announced three new late Summer discounts. Two of theses are room only discounts and one is a room/ticket/breakfast package.

Shades Trying To Fill Rooms

These discounts are on varying dates from mid August through late September 2011.

These varied rates and limited dates indicate that Shades is trying to fill holes that they have in their reservations calendar for dates in the near future.

The discounts are:

  • The $100 Room Rate Special OVER
  • The Super Saver Internet Special OVER
  • The Single Soldier Special

DETAILS

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Non-Retired Veterans – Shades of Green continues their Salute to Our Veterans

Jul 22nd, 2011
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Last January Shades of Green, the Military Resort on Walt Disney World property opened it’s doors to those who severed but didn’t stay in the military and retire.

Shades allowed these Vets to stay in the exclusive military only resort during January 2011.

Now the “Salute to Our Veterans” Program continues and Shades of Green is again accepting reservations from non-retired US military veterans for stays in September and January.

Vets are eligible for the same discounted room rates that current and retired military members pay, as well as military discounted theme park tickets.

Eligibility Requirements are: Those who served in the military for less than 20 years and received an honorable discharge are eligible to stay at Shades of Green during the months of January and September only. Proof of honorable discharge (DD-214) is required.

You may obtain a copy of your DD-214 by clicking here.

You can view Shades of Green’s Special Website for this program by clicking here.

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How do I get to Shades of Green?

Jul 15th, 2011
by Steve.
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Transportation Options to and around Disney property for Shades of Green GuestsDisney World has its Magical Express transportation for guests staying at Disney owned resorts, but Shades of Green guests are on their own for transportation from Orlando International Airport to the military resort on Disney property.

Shades does have special rates negotiated with Sun State Transportation you can get a quote online or call 407-601-7900. I’ve not used them, but check them out and compare to other ways to get from the airport to Shades.

I usually drive to WDW. In fact I think my family and I only flew in twice.

What we did those two times was, once we rented a car at the airport and used it to drive to Disney and back. Plus we had the rental to drive to the parks or wherever we wanted to go. You might be able to find a good rate: There is a Hertz kiosk in the Shades of Green lobby and of course at the airport. Here is the Hertz government pricing link use the second link (leisure) on the page.

The other time we used a limo/towncar service. I think it was around $100 but that was a while ago.

Here is a google search for Towncars to Disney

There is also a company called Mears transport which runs busses from the airport to Disney resorts.

Taxis at the airport are about $75 each way to Disney.

How can I get to Universal Studios or Sea World?

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