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Ranking the Magic Kingdom’s Dessert Parties

By Erin Schreiver 2 Comments

If you’re the type of person who goes to the Magic Kingdom just for the fireworks, listen up! The amazing nighttime spectacular “Happily Ever After” is coming back 3 April 2023! We’re not trying to be biased, but “Happily Ever After” is only the best nighttime spectacular to have ever come to the Magic Kingdom! […]

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Everywhere to Find a Mickey Pretzel in the Magic Kingdom!

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You know them and you love them, we’re talking about Mickey pretzels! They’re served warm and salty with a side of hot cheezy sauce, and of course, they are Mickey shaped. Mickey pretzels are sold throughout all of Walt Disney World through snack carts in the parks. Today we’re going to share with you all […]

Filed Under: Disney Dining

The Best Disney Resorts for Magic Kingdom Fans

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Is the Magic Kingdom your favorite park in Walt Disney World? When you plan a trip does it completely revolve around the Magic Kingdom? Then keep reading, friend! One of the perks of staying on Disney property is all of the Disney Resort Hotel’s proximity to the theme parks, but you don’t want to book a […]

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Starlight Safari at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

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On my most recent trip to Walt Disney World I tried out the Starlight Safari at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. It was fantastic!!! Unlike the free NVG Safari where you watch the animals on the savanna from one of the Lodge’s overlooks using Night Vision Goggles, on the Starlight Safari you get into the back […]

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Shades of Green October Savings Special 2023

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Shades of Green Savings in April Special 2023

Shades of Green has announced their October Savings Special for 2023. This Special is currently a room only discount. Dates: The current dates of this special are: 1 – 10, 15 – 17, & 22 – 30 September 2023 22 – 31 October 2023 Why did these dates change? Rates Category 1 guests $147.90 per […]

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Sharpshooter Tips for Disney’s Competitive Rides!

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You may have earned your Expert Marksman badge on the range, but those skills will only take you so far on a Disney shooter attraction. You will need not only marksman-like skill, you also need some insider information on the top scoring targets. Follow our tips to flex your sharpshooter skills on your fam at […]

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Shades of Green Resort Walt Disney World Benefits

By Steve 6 Comments

Sponsoring Guests at Shades of Green

When Military families stay at Shades of Green Resort on Walt Disney World property, they are eligible for many of the same benefits that those staying at a Disney World owned resort are eligible for (but not all!). This list has both grown and shrunk over the years. So, let’s get right to the list… […]

Filed Under: Shades of Green Tagged With: Shades of Green, Shades of Green Tour, Walt Disney World

5 Most Romantic Restaurants in Walt Disney World

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You may think that Walt Disney World is all about cartoon characters and cotton candy, but we’re here to tell you that it is so much more! With Valentine’s Day coming, Military Disney Tips is here to share all of the most romantic restaurant locations in Disney World to sweep her off her feet. 1.   […]

Filed Under: Disney Dining Tagged With: Dining, Walt Disney World

Green Light, GO! The Complete Guide to Disney World Rope Drop

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If you’ve done any research on Walt Disney World at all then you’ve heard the the term “Rope Drop”. You have no clue what it is, and all you know is that you have to do it. Military Disney Tips is here to help fill you in on everything you need to know about Rope […]

Filed Under: Disney Military Discounts

Shades of Green Savings in September Special 2023

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Shades of Green Mill Pond Pool

Shades of Green has announced their Savings in September Special for 2023. This Special is currently a room only discount. Dates: The current dates of this special are: 1 – 10, 15 – 17, & 22 – 30 September 2023 Discount Cancelled! See why Rates Category 1 guests $138.55 per night stay (E1-E6, Cadet) Category 2 guests […]

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Shades of Green’s Shifting Military Discounts

By Steve 7 Comments

Shades of Green Resort

The Shades of Green Resort is an Armed Forces Recreation Center located on Walt Disney World property near Orlando Florida. Shades of Green opened it’s doors on 1 February 1994 in the resort that was previously known as the Disney Inn/Disney Golf Resort which was owned by Disney World. (Updated January 2023) Room Rates Shades of Green […]

Filed Under: Shades of Green Tagged With: Dining, Military Discounted Rooms, Shades of Green, Shades of Green Packages

What percentage is the military discount for Disney World?

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Just how much can you save on a Disney vacation with military member discounts? Read on to find out! Active-duty US military personnel, veterans, and their families may qualify for special military admission ticket prices at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks, their attractions, and resorts in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California, including Paradise […]

Filed Under: Disney Military Discounts Tagged With: Disney's Military Salute, Military Discounted Rooms, military discounted tickets

Military Members Review and Rate Shades of Green

By Steve 8 Comments

Shades of Green's Official 2020 Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket Policy for Cancelled Trips

Military members who have never stayed at Shades of Green before often wonder what the military only resort at Walt Disney World is really like. The Shades of Green Resort is the Armed Forces Recreation Center Resort located right on Walt Disney World property. Here you will find very affordable military room rates for your Disney […]

Filed Under: Shades of Green Tagged With: Military Discounted Rooms, military discounted tickets, Shades of Green, Shades of Green Tour

Buy Military Discounted Disney Tickets Long Distance

By Steve 146 Comments

Buy Military Discounted Disney Tickets Long Distance

Disney’s  Theme Park Reservation Systems causes quite a bit of concern for Military Travelers! The Problem With the advent of Disney World and Disneyland’s new, hopefully temporary Theme Park Reservation System it is very important to have your Disney Military Tickets well prior to arrival. (Updated January 2023) In order to make your Theme Park Reservations, […]

Filed Under: Disney Military Discounts Tagged With: Armed Forces Salute, Disney's Military Salute, military discounted tickets

What’s the Difference Between Disney Armed Forces Salute and Disney Regular Military Discounted Tickets

By Steve 6 Comments

Many people are confused by the Difference Between Disney Armed Forces Salute and Regular Military Discounted Tickets for Walt Disney World and Disneyland. There are quite a few people that don’t even know about the Regular Disney Military Ticket Discount for Walt Disney World and Disneyland! In this post I’m going to lay out the […]

Filed Under: Disney Military Discounts Tagged With: FAQ – Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets, military discounted tickets

How do I get to Shades of Green?

By Steve 18 Comments

Shades of Green Bus Service

Here’s all the info that you’ll need if you are bound for Shades of Green, the U.S. Military owned and operated resort at Walt Disney World from Orlando International Airport! My family has lots of experience flying into Orlando International Airport. I was stationed in Ohio for many years and we flew into Orlando several […]

Filed Under: Shades of Green Tagged With: Shades of Green, Shades of Green Tour, Transportation

Walk Between Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa

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Directions to walk between Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, with Pictures! It is possible to walk between Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. You might want to take this walk to check out the Grand Floridian and it’s restaurants and lounges without riding the monorail or to […]

Filed Under: Transportation Tagged With: Transportation, Walking, Walt Disney World

How Do Disney World Resorts Compare To Shades of Green In Price?

By Steve 9 Comments

Shades of Green Resort

Planning a Disney World vacation is a big undertaking! One of the biggest decisions price wise that you’ll have to make during your Walt Disney World vacation planning will be where to stay. Should you stay at a Disney World Resort using the Disney Armed Forces Salute, or at Shades of Green the Military Owned and […]

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Walk Between Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and the Transportation and Ticket Center

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Choosing Your Walt Disney World Resort

Directions to walk between Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC), with Pictures! The Polynesian Village Resort is located within easy walking distance of the Magic Kingdom’s  Transportation and Ticket Center. This walk is convenient for guests staying at the resort to access the Monorail Station and its EPCOT Line without riding all […]

Filed Under: Transportation Tagged With: Transportation, Walking, Walt Disney World

Disney World Dining Card Promo for Military Families

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Walt Disney World Theme Parks

Walt Disney World just announced a Disney Dining Plan Substitute for 2023! This new, never seen before offer seems to be taking the place of the Free Dining Offers of years past (at least for now). As I did in the past for the Free Dining Offers, I’ll try to guide you in your decision […]

Filed Under: Disney Discounts

How Disney Price Increases Affect Military Ticket Discounts

By Steve 5 Comments

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: January 2023 for Regular Military Discounted Magic Your Way Tickets price increase February 2022 for the discontinuation of Shades of Green Stars and Stripes Passes and 2022 General Public Price […]

Filed Under: Disney Armed Forces Salute Tagged With: Disney's Military Salute, military discounted tickets

Walk Between Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa and the Magic Kingdom

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Directions to walk between Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa and the Magic Kingdom, with Pictures! The Grand Floridian is located within walking distance of the Magic Kingdom theme park. This walk is convenient for guests staying at the resort to access the park without waiting on or riding in a crowded monorail. It’s also great for […]

Filed Under: Transportation Tagged With: Transportation, Walking, Walt Disney World

Planning Your 2023 Disney Vacation for Military Families

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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 […]

Filed Under: Disney Tips Tagged With: Dining, Disneyland, Military Discounted Rooms, military discounted tickets, Shades of Green, Transportation, Walt Disney World

The 2023 Military Family’s Walt Disney World Comprehensive Vacation Planning and Preparation Guide

By Steve 12 Comments

Disney Animal Kingdom Military Discounts

Here is Military Disney Tips’ 2023 Walt Disney World Planning Guide that will guide you through the process of preparing for your vacation. Updated for 2023 – Dec 2022 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 Disney […]

Filed Under: Disney Military Discounts Tagged With: Military Discounted Rooms, military discounted tickets, Planning, Shades of Green, Walt Disney World

Military Disney Tips 2023 Disney Packing Checklist

By Steve 2 Comments

Welcome to Military Disney Tips!

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 […]

Filed Under: Helpful, Planning Tagged With: Military Disney Tips, Packing, Planning, Walt Disney World

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