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Shades of Green – Disney Value Resort Comparison

By Steve 34 Comments

Shades of Green at Walt Disney World

This is the first installment of the Shades of Green – Disney Resort Comparison Series Also please see How does Shades of Green compare to Disney in Price and the other 2 posts in the series: Shades of Green – Disney Moderate Resort Comparison Shades of Green – Disney Deluxe Resort Comparison Readers often send me questions […]

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10 Best Things About Shades of Green in 2021

By Steve 19 Comments

Shades of Green, Walt Disney World’s military only resort offers so many great benefits that it is hard to keep this list to just 10! The biggest which is a given and often goes unsaid is that Shades of Green is located right in the middle of the Magic, an Armed Forces Recreation Center right […]

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Shades of Green – Disney Moderate Resort Comparison

By Steve 22 Comments

Shades of Green Resort

Welcome to the second installment of the Shades of Green – Disney Resort Comparison Series. Also please see  How does Shades of Green compare to Disney in Price and  the other 2 posts in the series: Shades of Green – Disney Value Resort Comparison Shades of Green – Disney Deluxe Resort Comparison This is the second post on […]

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Walk from Shades of Green to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

By Steve 4 Comments

Walk from Shades of Green to Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

Directions from Shades of Green to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort with Pictures! Shades of Green is located within walking distance of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. It’s about a half mile or a ten or fifteen minute walk. From the Polynesian you can take the monorail to the Magic Kingdom, the Transportation and Ticket Center (to […]

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Dining Options at Shades of Green – Disney World’s Military Resort

By Steve 11 Comments

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 […]

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Shades of Green – Disney Deluxe Resort Comparison

By Steve 8 Comments

Shades of Green at Walt Disney World

Welcome to the third installment of the Shades of Green – Disney Resort Comparison Series. This post wraps up my series intended to help you determine the differences between Shades and the Disney Resorts. I hope that you’ll find them helpful. Be sure to post comments and questions below. Also please see How does Shades of […]

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Magic Bands and FastPass Plus for Shades of Green Guests

By Steve 28 Comments

Many readers ask me about the status of Walt Disney World’s Magic Bands and FastPass Plus at the Shades of Green Resort. They wonder: Does Shades of Green provide Magic Bands for free? How can I get a Magic Band? Can I link my Shades of Green reservation to my My Disney Experience account? Can […]

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2021 Scooter Rentals at Shades of Green

By Steve 2 Comments

Military Discounts on Scooter Rentals for 2020 at Walt Disney World

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 […]

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How do I get to Shades of Green?

By Steve 16 Comments

Shades of Green Bus Service

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 […]

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Military Members Review and Rate Shades of Green

By Steve 4 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 […]

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Pre-Purchase Disney Military Theme Park Tickets at Shades of Green

By Steve 109 Comments

Resources and Links for You

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 […]

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Shades of Green Resort’s Standard Guest Rooms

By Steve 4 Comments

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

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 […]

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The Essential Guide to Shades of Green

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The Essential Guide to Shades of Green

Planning a Disney World Vacation is challenging to say the least. With all you have to think about, you don’t want to have to worry that your accommodations won’t be what you expect. The Essential Guide to Shades of Green will show you everything you need to know about Shades of Green! The first time […]

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Shades of Green Increases Parking Rates for 2020

By Steve 5 Comments

Disney Military Discounts for Veterans Who Did Not Retire from the Military

For the third time in 2 years Shades of Green has raised its Parking Garage Rates for guests staying at the resort on Walt Disney World property. Shades of Green has raised parking rates for the second time in 2019! Parking Fee History at Shades of Green During its first decade of operation, Shades of […]

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Shades of Green Resort Walt Disney World Benefits

By Steve 4 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. Most recently 60-day FastPass reservations and 180-day […]

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