A Disney vacation is the perfect place for a military family to spend time together and think of nothing else. It’s the ideal location for a pre-deployment getaway, for reconnecting after a deployment, or for a special treat for the kids while mom or dad is away. Planning a Walt Disney World vacation can be […]
The Military Disney Tips Guide to Park Hopping
One of the ticket add-ons that Disney’s theme parks offer is the Park Hopper option. In this post we’ll discuss, what Park Hopping is, the tickets that offer it, how to do it, and why. What is Park Hopping? Basically Park Hopping is using one theme park ticket to visit two (or multiple) theme parks […]
Getting Around Walt Disney World for Shades of Green Guests
Trying to figure how to get around Walt Disney World can be a challenge, especially when using Shades of Green’s limited bus line. This page is intended to be your guide and hopefully make your travels around Walt Disney World easier. Getting to the various Disney World theme parks, Resorts, or entertainment venues from Shades […]
Disney World 2024 Free Dining Versus the Disney Armed Forces Salute Discounts
Walt Disney World has released their “Free Dining” Offer for select travel dates in July through September 2024. But this offer is only for Disney+ Subscribers! These recent Disney+ only offers are Disney’s attempt to boost Disney+ subscriptions… Offer a Theme Park discount that is only available to Disney+ subscribers to get people to sign […]
The History of the Shades of Green Resort at Walt Disney World
The resort that is Shades of Green today was originally opened at Walt Disney World as a Disney-owned resort called the Golf Resort in December 1973. Welcome to my post about the history of the Shades of Green Resort at Walt Disney World, a post so great that Shades of Green copied it and put […]
The 2024 Military Family’s Walt Disney World Comprehensive Vacation Planning and Preparation Guide
Here is Military Disney Tips’ 2024 Walt Disney World Planning Guide that will guide you through the process of preparing for your vacation. Updated for 2024 – November 14, 2023 Hi there, I’ve written this guide and checklist to help guide military members and their families through the complexities of getting ready for a Walt […]
Military Disney Tips 2024 Disney Packing Checklist
My what to pack for Disney checklist includes items I’ve tested and used myself in the parks, plus great ideas that I’ve seen elsewhere and am planning to try. Everything on this list will either save you some cash or make your vacation and park experience more enjoyable and comfortable. Here is the Military Disney […]
All Disney Military Tickets Require Theme Park Reservations!
Starting 9 January 2024, Theme Park Reservations will not be needed for most general public tickets at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. This does not apply to both kinds of Military Disney Tickets! Date Based Tickets Disney has removed the need to make theme park reservations for date based tickets in 2024. Tickets sold to […]
Military Discounts on Scooter Rentals for 2024 at Walt Disney World
Wounded Warriors and Disabled Veterans are able to get military discounts on Mobility Scooters (ECVs) Rentals for their vacation at the Walt Disney World Resort. Walt Disney World rents scooters, but only in the theme parks, for use in the parks! If you’ll be needing one for your whole vacation you will need to rent […]
Military Discounts On Stroller Rentals at Walt Disney World for 2024
Military Families are eligible for military discounts on Stroller Rentals for their vacation at the Walt Disney World Resort! Walt Disney World rents strollers, but only in the theme parks and only for use in the parks! If you’ll be needing one for your whole vacation you will need to rent from an independent company. You will find […]
2024 Scooter Rentals at Shades of Green
Wounded Warriors and Disabled Veterans who are staying at Shades of Green are able Rent Mobility Scooters (ECVs) for their vacation at Walt Disney World. You can make arrangements ahead of time and your scooter will be waiting for you when you check in at Shades of Green. These scooters, ECVs, and wheel chairs are […]
What’s the Right Military Discounted Disney Ticket for Me for 2024?
What’s the Right Military Discounted Disney Ticket for me? I am often asked some version of this question. Updated 14 November 2023 A Very Complex Issue “I’d like to go to Disney World or Disneyland for 5 days, what’s the cheapest ticket to buy?” This question is typical of those that I receive, and while […]
Downtown Disney Military Discounts At Disneyland Resort
Did you know that there are Military Discounts available for you at Disneyland’s Downtown Disney? Downtown Disney is the Disneyland Resort’s dining, shopping and entertainment area. There you’ll find great dining options, many merchandise stores (Disney and others), as well as entertainment venues. See our list for Florida’s Disney Springs also. Downtown Disney stretches from […]
Always Compare Disney Military Room Discount to General Public Discounts!
The Disney Armed Forces Salute Room Discounts can offer great savings for your Disney Vacation! It is important to remember though that starting in 2018 these military room discounts became variable rather than a set percentage off as they were previously. Prior to 2018 the Disney Military room discounts were 30% off Value Resorts, 35% […]
Planning Your 2024 Disney Vacation for Military Families
Merry Christmas to all! Finally, all the shopping and preparation for Christmas is over. All the presents have been opened and the kids are enjoying all of their new toys. This is traditionally (based on my historical traffic numbers) the time that Mom and Dad start to plan for next year’s vacation. In an effort […]
Why are Pop Century Resort and Caribbean Beach Resort No Longer Part of the Disney Armed Forces Salute Room Discounts?
Starting in 2022 Walt Disney World’s Disney Armed Forces Salute Room Discounts are no longer available (at all) for the Pop Century and the Caribbean Beach Resorts. This has continued for 2024! Many have written me to ask why. Disney of course will not state why, but here are my thoughts. While honoring the military factors into […]
Chip n’ Dale’s Deli – Convenient to Shades of Green’s Magnolia Pool
The Chip n’ Dale’s Deli is a Disney operated Quick Service location that is located right next to Shades of Green’s Magnolia Pool. For many years Shades of Green ran this location through a sub-contractor as the On the Greens Grill. But several years ago operation switched back to Disney and then in 2020 they […]
Shades of Green Resort’s Standard Guest Rooms
Shades of Green is the Military Only Resort located right on Walt Disney World property. Shades of Green is located right on Walt Disney World Property, in the Magic Kingdom Resort Area very near Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, Shades of Green is open to all U.S. Service Members current […]
Shades of Green’s Poolside Rooms
Shades of Green the military Resort at Walt Disney World in Orlando Florida has 2 different non-suite room types, the Standard Room and the Poolside Room. Shades of Green is located right on Walt Disney World Property, in the Magic Kingdom Resort Area very near Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, […]
Shades of Green Resort Mangino’s Steakhouse Review
Mangino’s Steakhouse is the single table service restaurant at at Shades of Green, Walt Disney World’s Military Resort. Mangino’s Steakhouse is located on the lower lobby level of Shades of Green’s main building. The former Italian restaurant is still decorated in country farmhouse style, with mixed sets of tables and chairs. There are several rooms […]
The 2024 Universal Orlando Resort Freedom Pass
Universal Orlando Resort has announced their 2024 Freedom Pass, a special year-long pass for military families for one low price! UPDATE (Jan 2024): Universal Orlando has removed their March 2024 Blockout dates from their 2024 Freedom Passes!!! Universal Orlando Removes March Blockouts for 2024 Military Freedom Pass The Universal Orlando Resort has continued their Special […]
2024 Disneyland Armed Forces Salute Announced
This morning Disneyland Announced their 2024 Disney Armed Forces Salute. (14 November 2023) – Updated 16 Nov. for blockout dates. THis follows Disney World announcing last month. What was announced this morning: Disneyland Salute Tickets prices and dates have been announced for 2024 Disneyland Salute Room dates have been announced for 2024 Tickets Ticket Prices […]
Is There Any Reason to Choose a Disney Hotel over Shades of Green?
This is a question that is often asked by the military community and it can get contentious! Shades of Green has die hard fans who are totally convinced that Shades of Green is cheaper and better than staying with Disney. But is this true? Of course everyone’s perspective and experiences are different. So, in this […]
Top Ten Things You Need To Know About Disney’s Armed Forces Salute Military Room Discounts for 2024
Disney’s Armed Forces Salute is a fantastic discount available to military members and retirees. This discount includes both ticket and room discounts. Here are the Top Ten Things that you need to know about military discounts on rooms using this offer. (Updated 14 November 2023) See our companion post about Military Discounted Tickets here: Top Ten Things […]
How Disney Price Increases Affect Military Ticket Discounts
Many people say there is nothing sure in life but Death and Taxes. I’d like to add another sure thing to the list, Disney Price Increases. Updated: 16 October 2023 for Increase on some GP tickets and 2024 Disney Armed Forces Salute. January 2023 for Regular Military Discounted Magic Your Way Tickets price increase February […]