Shades of Green, Disney World’s Military Only Resort recently re-modeled their Magnolia Wing rooms. Let’s take a look Inside one. You’ll find brand new furnishings all throughout the guest room area. The colors are of course green, but nicely subdued creating a very relaxed atmosphere. Sleeping Area Gone are the two half wall room dividers […]
Can a Non-Spouse Military Dependent (Child) Buy Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets Using Their ID?
This post is part of our Frequently Asked Question Series in the Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket FAQ section. The Disney’s Armed Forces Salute offers huge savings on theme park tickets and resort rooms to those Service Members who are eligible to participate.
Shades of Green Increases Parking Rates for 2019 Adds Hourly Rate for Non Guests
January 2019 – This month for the second time in 2 years Shades of Green has raised its Parking Garage Rates for guests staying at the resort on Walt Disney World property. New this time around is the introduction of a scheme charging those who are not staying at the resort who are just visiting […]
Disney Salute Tickets for DoD Civilians/Contractors in 2019?
In the last few days I’ve received numerous questions regarding Disney’s “Test Program” which allowed DoD Civilians and Contractors to purchase Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets in the 4th quarter of 2018. Naturally many people are wondering it this will happen again. Disney is and always has been tight lipped about their future plans, but here […]
Shades of Green – A Great Alternative to Disney World’s Resorts
Shades of Green is the Armed Forces Recreation Center located right on Walt Disney World property. It is a fantastic, first class resort located right in the middle of all the the magic. Walt Disney World offers military discounted rooms with the Disney Armed Forces Salute. But the Disney Armed Forces Salute room discount is not […]
60-Day FastPass Start to Finish How To Guide for Shades of Green Guests
In Early 2018 Walt Disney World gave Shades of Green guests the ability to make FastPass Plus Reservations 60 days in advance! Prior to this Shades’ guests had to wait until 30 days prior to the desired date to make their FastPasses. Now they may make them 60 days prior to their check in date. This takes […]
Universal Studios Orlando City Walk Military Discounts
Did you know that there are Military Discounts available for you at Universal Studios City Walk in Orlando, FL? While not quite as extensive as their local competition, there are a few restaurants that do offer nice military discounts. Margaritaville Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville offers a 10%military discount. Island Eats And Laidback Lyrics – Whether you arrive […]
Is it Correct that I can only make one single purchase of Disney’s Armed Forces Salute Tickets?
This post is part of our Frequently Asked Question Series in the Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket FAQ section. The Disney’s Armed Forces Salute offers huge savings on theme park tickets and resort rooms to those Service Members who are eligible to participate. I was told that I can only make one single purchase of the Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets, Is that Correct? […]
Top 10 Tips for Disney Travel With Kids
Are you traveling to the Disney Theme Parks with little ones? Let us give you some tips from a Disney Pro. This is a guest post by Military Spouse Blogger Heather Walsh of MilMomAdventures.com 1. Plan ahead. Think about what you need for a day at home with your child and add about 20 percent more. […]
Greg McCullough at Disney Springs November and December 2018
If you are at Walt Disney World in November or December you should drop by Disney Springs to see Greg’s new pop-up store “The Art of Disney Presents Greg McCullough.” Greg is a great artist who creates awesome Disney artwork. We first learned of Greg when we saw this post on the Disney Parks Blog about […]
Westgate Resorts to Give Away Free Vacations for Military Families On 9 November 2018
For Veteran’s Day, Westgate Resorts Will Again Give Away 1,000 Free Vacation stays to Military Families! This super offer has always been one of the very most popular posts that I do each year on Military Disney Tips. This offer first started in 2011 and each year since then Westgate has offered between 1,000 and 2,500 free vacation […]
Review Remodeled Magnolia Wing Rooms at Shades of Green
I recently stayed in one of the newly remodeled Standard Guest Rooms in Shades of Green’s Magnolia Wing. I know lots of people are curious about the renovated rooms, so I though I’d give you a look. Note: This renovation took place from 2017 through 2018. Fresh New Look I was very pleased with how this […]
How Does Disney Worlds New Tiered Pricing Affect Military Tickets
In October 2018 Walt Disney World started tiered pricing for their multi-day tickets based upon your travel dates. This was an expected announcement and it follows the change to tiered pricing for single-day tickets way back in February 2016. Beginning 16 October 2018 on DisneyWorld.com, guests began purchasing general public priced multi-day tickets priced by the […]
Make This Mickey Mouse Hands Magic Band Display
You Can Make This Mickey Mouse Hands Magic Band Display You’ll be the envy of all your disney friends and have a great place to keep your Walt Disney World Magic Bands from your Disney trips. I’ve seen lots of pics of people putting their Magic Bands on all kinds of things around the house, but this […]
How to Use Mobile Order Food with the Disneyland App
In this next edition of our tech series here is, how to mobile order your food ahead of time with the Disneyland App. This is a guest post by Military Spouse Blogger Heather Walsh of MilMomAdventures.com The Disneyland and Disney World App now feature the ability to place a mobile order for food. If you know what […]
DoD Civilians and Contractors Now Eligible For The 2018 WDW Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket Discounts
Walt Disney World has announced that Department of Defense Civil Service workers and full time DoD Contractors are eligible for the 2018 Disney Armed Forces Salute! (Updated 27 Sept 18) A “Test Program” Disney is calling this a Test Program. This “test” will allow DOD civilians and full-time DOD contractors to take advantage of the discounted Salute […]
Ghirardelli Offers Military Discount at WDW’s Disney Springs
The Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop located in Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs offers a great military discount. Just show your Military ID to receive 20% off at their soda fountain featuring world-famous chocolate and hot fudge sundaes.
If I Buy Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets While I’m a Military Member Can I Use Them After I Separate From the military?
This post is part of our Frequently Asked Question Series in the Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket FAQ section. The Disney’s Armed Forces Salute offers huge savings on theme park tickets and resort rooms to those Service Members who are eligible to participate.
Shades of Green Junior Suite Video Tour
Looking for a Disney World resort room that sleeps 6 at a great Rate? Try a Junior Suite at Shades of Green. (Updated October 2019 with new 2020 prices, note the decor has been updated with the Palm Wing renovation, but the layout is of course the same) I recently had the opportunity to stay […]
How many times can I use the Disney Armed Forces Salute room discounts?
This post is part of our Frequently Asked Question Series in the Disney Armed Forces Salute Rooms FAQ section. The Disney’s Armed Forces Salute offers huge savings on theme park tickets and resort rooms to those Service Members who are eligible to participate.
Keep Kids Happy, Hydrated, and Occupied at Disney
Navigating the Disney parks with kids can be a challenge. The long days, constant waiting in line, and often high temperatures can send the little ones over the top and cause the infamous Disney Meltdown. Everyone has had enough, your child is crying and you’re thinking. “But this is the happiest place on earth!” There are […]
I am a Disney Passholder, do I need to buy a Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket for myself too?
This post is part of our Frequently Asked Question Series in the Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket FAQ section. The Disney’s Armed Forces Salute offers huge savings on theme park tickets and resort rooms to those Service Members who are eligible to participate. I am a Disney Passholder, do I need to buy a Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket for myself too? While […]
Military Disney Tips Surveys
Here at Military Disney Tips our Mission is to help the military community with their Disney vacations! You can help us with that mission by taking our surveys. We’ll use the information gathered to guide just how we can help you. You can see the results of the surveys here: Military Disney Tips Surveys If […]
Disneyland’s Good Neighbor Hotels: A Comprehensive List
Disneyland’s Good Neighbor Hotels: A Comprehensive List Out of all vacation-related expenses, hotels are easily the bane of my vacation-planning existence; they are a home away from home, which means there are many things to consider before making a reservation. Hotels, Hotels, Hotels Trying to find the best hotel for you and your family can […]
My Military Sponsor Can No Longer Go To Disney, Can I Use The Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets They Already Purchased?
This post is part of our Frequently Asked Question Series in the Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket FAQ section. The Disney’s Armed Forces Salute offers huge savings on theme park tickets and resort rooms to those Service Members who are eligible to participate.