Board members of Governor DeSantis’ Central Florida Tourism Oversight District that replaced Disney’s Reedy Creek Improvement District recently discussed pedestrian access for Shades of Green guests. The Shades of Green Issue In April 2023, Walt Disney World began a multi-year construction project on the roadway that runs in front of the Shades of Green Resort, […]
Best Disney World Resorts for EPCOT Fans
Is EPCOT your favorite park in Walt Disney World? When you plan a trip does it completely revolve around the great food, drink, and the new E-Ticket rides at EPCOT? Then keep reading, friend! One of the perks of staying on Disney property is the Disney Resort Hotel’s proximity to the theme parks, but you […]
Shades of Green’s New Joke of a Discount
Shades of Green has announced a new discount that has to be a joke! This discount that they are calling the 30th Anniversary Beat the Heat Special is only available for 2 days!!! This Special is currently for 30% off room and breakfast. The current discount rate of this offer is 30% off of the […]
Ranking Themed Dining in EPCOT
EPCOT is a foodie paradise where you can eat from all different cultures and themes. With so many different options, it’s unfair that the World Showcase gets all of the attention in the blogisphere! We know that Disney loves a good theme, and EPCOT has 3 super themed restaurants that will pull you right into […]
Live Entertainment in Walt Disney World’s EPCOT
The Magic Kingdom is famous for its fairy tale magic. Animal Kingdom is famous for its dedication to conservation. Hollywood Studios is famous for Broadway-style shows and dedication to immersion. But what about EPCOT? EPCOT is more than eating and drinking, though that is a big part! EPCOT is known for its vast live entertainment […]
Everything Harry Potter in the Universal Orlando Resort!
Picture yourself strolling down the cobbled streets of Diagon Alley, the magical shopping district of the Wizarding World, where the very air crackles with enchantment. Now, apparate yourself (transport magically) to the snowy streets of Hogsmeade, a cozy village nestled beneath the watchful gaze of Hogwarts Castle. Don’t have your license to apparate yet from […]
The Disney Characters That You Can Meet in EPCOT
People have often said that EPCOT is an adult park in Walt Disney World, but that is not true! Don’t be afraid to take your children on an EPCOT day, there is plenty to keep them entertained and happy. One of the most magical family-friendly attractions in EPCOT is meeting characters throughout the park, even […]
New Walt Disney World Resort Room Perk in 2025
Disney World has announced a new perk for their Resort Hotel guests in 2025! When you reserve a Disney Resort room in 2025 you will receive a Free Disney Water Park Entry on your check-in day! This applies to both Packages and Room Only Reservations on a per reservation basis. Meaning if you have 2 […]
Shades of Green Resort Walt Disney World Benefits
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… Walt […]
Best Drinks and Snacks of EPCOT’s World Showcase
Everyone knows that EPCOT is about the food and drinks, specifically the World Showcase. But with 11 pavilions and all of these choices, what should you get? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. We’ll take you through all 11 pavilions of the World Showcase to pick the best of the best from the permanent locations. […]
Shades of Green Savings in October Special 2024
Shades of Green has announced their Savings in January Special for 2025. This Special is currently a room and breakfast discount. The current discount rate of this offer is 15% off of the regular rate for Standard Rooms. If you are planning on a January trip next year, snag this rate now before it changes!!! […]
Tipping at Walt Disney World and Shades of Green
People often ask about who to tip at Disney Wold and what’s the right amount. In this post I’ll go over all the circumstances when you should tip and suggest how much. I’ll also share some in-depth research as part of the post and conclude with how things are different at Shades of Green. Updated […]
Creating Memories: Tips On Being the Ultimate Disney Dad
A lot of parents dream of taking their children to Walt Disney World and putting that huge smile on their kid’s faces. More than we like to admit, our kids look at us as parents to determine how they feel about a situation, event, or moment in time! How do you think it looks if […]
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 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, you need to […]
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 from Shades of Green (2026): Buses, TTC & Rideshare
Trying to figure out 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 […]
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 […]
Some Disney Military Tickets Require Theme Park Reservations!
Theme Park Reservations will still be needed for some military tickets at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. The Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets for Walt Disney World and Disneyland and the Regular Military Disneyland Theme Park Tickets still require Theme Park Reservations! Date Based Tickets Disney has removed the need to make theme park reservations […]
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. NOTE: THis is no longer true for 2026! Many have written me to ask why. Disney of course will not state why, but here are my thoughts. […]
Check Out This Awesome Free Experience at Sir Mickey’s
Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom is a place where dreams come true, and the enchantment is palpable at every turn. This Disney park is full of magic and amazing things to do. In between attractions in Fantasyland there’s a hidden gem that adds an extra dash of magic to your visit: Sir Mickey’s. 📍 Magic […]
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 […]