While any day at Walt Disney World is better than a day anywhere else, there are times when WDW is even more awesome than others. For my wife and myself, one best of the best times is during the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival. Here’s what makes it such a tasty time to visit: […]
FAQ Friday at Military Disney Tips
Welcome to FAQ Friday! This is a new feature here at Military Disney Tips. We get lots of questions in many forms, blog post comments Facebook comments, and via email. Many questions ask the same or similar questions, so we decided that in an effort to get the info out to you, that we’d start […]
Do Disney Passholders Need a Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket to Activate Salute Tickets for Others?
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.
Extended Stay America Review – Staying Near Disneyland with a Military Discount
I recently had the chance to stay at an Extended Stay America Hotel less than one mile from the Disneyland Resort! Since they offer Military Discounts I wanted to check them out. While this review is for a location near Disneyland, Extended Stay America has locations near Walt Disney World, SeaWorld/Busch Gardens locations, and almost anywhere you […]
Why Can’t People Share a Disney Ticket?
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 An Individual Ready Reservist, Am I Eligible For The Disney Armed Forces Salute?
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.
If I Activate My Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket Prior, Can I Use It During Blockout Dates?
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. If I Activate My Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket Prior, Can I Use It During Blockout Dates? Sorry, the answer […]
I Am Divorced From A Military Member, Can My Child Buy Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets Using Their Dependent 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.
Are Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets Eligible for Magic Mornings at Disneyland?
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.
Orlando International Airport (MCO) USO Welcome Center (2025): Location, Hours & Eligibility
by The USO has a Wonderful location in Orlando International Airport! Years ago, the Orlando airport had a USO, but it closed due to a lack of donations brought on by the closing of the Orlando Naval Training Center in the mid-1990s. It had been years since military members and their families visiting or traveling […]
Can I Give My Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets to Someone Else to Use?
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.
Disney Armed Forces Salute and Terminal Leave or Separation
I’m often asked about using this great discount after separation or during terminal leave. The Disney Armed Forces Salute is a discount program for current and retired military members. One is a big NO and the other is a Maybe. Let me explain. Identification As I said above the Disney Armed Forces Salute is for […]
Can Multiple People Share A Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket?
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 Don’t Have The Correct ID To Activate Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets – What Can I Do?
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. There are several reasons that you might be in this situation: Ticket You Can’t Activate If you or the sponsor […]
My Disney Experience App Now Gives Directions
Find Your Way Around Walt Disney World Finding your way at WDW just got way easier! With the launch of the latest version of the My Disney Experience app it now provides directions. Using the “Get Directions” button is easy. The new GPS navigational tool delivers turn-by-turn walking directions and valuable transportation information right to your mobile […]
Disney Resorts and Parks Are for Adults Too
Disney’s Resorts and Theme Parks are for adults too, not just those with kids! Just last week, I was chatting with a couple of my new coworkers in the parking lot. We were standing by my car when one noticed the WDW Passholder car magnet on my car (just one of the perks!), and he […]
How to Get Deep Military Discounts at Disney
You don’t need to wish upon a star to get a great military deal at Disney theme parks in Florida and California. If you’re currently serving or retired military (active, Guard, Reserve, NOAA and Public Health Service Commissioned Corps) or a spouse, discounted tickets are available through several options. My family and I have been taking […]
Embrace the Wild Side at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Sleep in the African Savannah – In Luxury. One of my favorite places to stay when I visit Walt Disney World near Orlando Florida, is their Animal Kingdom Lodge. My wife and I first stayed there to reunite after a prolonged separation. We made great memories there and it holds a special place in our […]
Buy Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets at Disneyland Resort Hotels
The Disneyland Resort has this great timesaving military ticket policy. UPDATE October 2021: When Disneyland re-opened after their year and a half 2020 closure, their resort hotels stopped selling tickets including the Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets! You can still buy your tickets on property at the theme park ticket windows. Registered guests can buy their Disney […]
Can I Add a Day to the Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket?
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. Where to Upgrade Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets purchased on Base or directly from Disney can only be upgraded by […]
Public Health Service and National Oceanic and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Commissioned Corps Now Eligible for the Disney Armed Forces Salute
Disney Now Honors PHS and NOAA Officers with Military Discount Tickets Last week Disney announced on its Disney World and Disneyland websites that it was extending the Disney Armed Forces Salute benefits to Public Health Service and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration officers. These Uniformed Services will now receive the same theme park admission prices Disney has long provided […]
Run Disney Events for Military Families
This is a guest post from Kevin Mack at Fly High Finance. Looking for a way to combine your love of fitness with your love for all things Disney? It’s time to consider a runDisney event! A runDisney event will allow you to do some things you’ve probably never done before. It’s a lot of […]
Walt Disney World Dolphin Review
Here is my review fo my stay at the Walt Disney World Dolphin. The Swan and its sister hotel, the Dolphin, and the new Swan Reserve are Walt Disney World EPCOT Area Deluxe Resorts. These hotels are not owned and operated by Disney! All three are managed by Marriott International and participate in the Marriott […]
What Information Does Disney Collect During The Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket Activation Process?
This post is part of our Frequently Asked Question Series in the General Disney Armed Forces Salute FAQ section. SaveSave
Siemens Epcot VIP Lounge Access For Shades of Green Military Family Customers – NO MORE!
Here is a little known benefit for those who purchase tickets at Walt Disney World’s Shades of Green. Siemens graciously allows Shades customers and their guests access to their lounge. The VIP center is located inside Spaceship Earth. An access card is required for entry!!! UPDATE: Sadly, Siemens has stopped this offer! Once more military families found […]