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 […]
Shades of Green Walt Disney World’s Military Resort Room Rates
Shades of Green, the Military Only Resort on Walt Disney World property sets their room rates by pay-grade. You’ll find Shades of Green has reasonable room rates when compared to many of the Disney World Resorts and other hotels in the local area. Rates are based upon your pay grade or status, with junior members […]
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 […]
Dining Options at Shades of Green – Disney World’s Military Resort
Shades of Green the military owned and operated resort on Walt Disney World property offers many dining options. Both those staying at Shades and those stopping by for a visit* (perhaps to buy Theme Park tickets or shop at the AAFES Store) are eligible to dine at any of the resort’s restaurants. Dining Options at […]
Shades of Green Re-Open at Walt Disney World
On our Return Trip to Walt Disney World we stopped by Shades of Green to check out what’s happening. Our recent trip was the end of August/beginning of September 2020. It was our first trip of the year (we had 2 cancelled trips in the spring) and first trip after all of the special measures […]
2021 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 […]
Shades of Green Tentative Re-Opening Date Extended Again and Again
This morning Shades of Green, the Military Only Resort at Walt Disney World extended their projected re-opening date. UPDATE 5/19: Shades of Green has pushed back their reopening date again, from 1 June to 1 July 2020. UPDATE 6/26: Shades of Green has pushed back their reopening date yet again, from 1 July to 15 […]
Shades of Green Pauses Disney World Ticket Sales
Shades of Green has announced that in line with Walt Disney World’s phased re-opening plan, they have paused sales of all Walt Disney World Tickets. This is a temporary measure which coincides with Disney World’s ticket sales pause. Ticket sales will resume once Disney has finished addressing resort reservation modifications and theme park reservations for […]
Shades of Green’s Official 2020 Disney Armed Forces Salute Ticket Policy for Cancelled Trips
Shades of Green has shared their Official Policy regarding Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets that cannot be used due to the current situation. HOT NEWS – Disney Has Extended the Expiration Dates for the 2020 Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets. There is also Universal and SeaWorld info at the end… Shades of Green has not […]
How do I get to Shades of Green?
If you are bound for Shades of Green from Orlando International Airport, you are on your own! Walt Disney World has its Magical Express airport transportation for guests staying at Disney owned resorts. But Shades of Green guests are on their own for transportation from Orlando International Airport to the Military Resort on Walt Disney World […]
Pre-Purchase Disney Military Theme Park Tickets at Shades of Green
Walt Disney World’s FastPass Plus is a fantastic time saving service. But with FastPass Plus it is essential to have your tickets ahead of time in order to make your FastPasses 30 or 60 days in advance! (Updated December 2020) The Problem FastPass – Note FastPasses are currently suspended Prior to FastPass Plus many military Disney guests planned on purchasing their Disney Armed […]
Shades of Green Resort’s Standard Guest Rooms
Shades of Green is the Military Only Resort located right on Walt Disney World property. Let’s take a look at what the guest rooms have to offer and look like. The views from most every room are spectacular. Views throughout the resort are unique and interesting. The lush tropical landscaping provides an incredible backdrop. Standard […]
Shades of Green’s Shifting Military Discounts
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 2020) Room Rates Shades of Green […]
Shades of Green’s Year-Round Packages – Are They A Good Deal?
Shades of Green’s Red, White, and Blue Salute Package or the Sunrise Package. Should you choose either? The Red, White, and Blue Package and Sunrise Package are year-round specials offered by Shades of Green that include meals at Shades of Green. Note the meals included in these packages are only available at Shades of Green in the Garden Gallery buffet, […]
Shades of Green Stays for Non-Retired Veterans
Non-Retired Veterans are eligible to stay at Shades of Green Resort on Disney Property Are you one of the many who served your country in the US Military but did not retire? With their “Salute to Our Veterans” Program, Shades of Green accepts reservations from non-retired US military veterans for stays in January and September. […]