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 […]
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. Most recently 60-day FastPass reservations and 180-day […]
Getting Around Walt Disney World for Shades of Green Guests
Trying to figure 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 and entertainment venues from Shades of […]
Military Members Review and Rate Shades of Green
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 […]
The 2020 Edition of Walt Disney World for Military Families is Available!
Hi there, I’m so excited to be able to announce that the 2020 version of Walt Disney World for Military Families has been released. I have to wait each year for the new Disney Armed Forces Salute information to come out in order to be able to finish it up. Walt Disney World for Military […]
Shades of Green Savings in August Special 2020
Shades of Green has announced their Savings in August Special for 2020. This Special currently includes 2 adult breakfasts per day at the Garden Gallery Buffet. Dates: The current dates of this special are: 21 – 25 August & 28 – 31 August 2020 Rates Category 1 guests $140.20 per night stay (E1-E6, Cadet) Category 2 […]
The 2020 Military Family’s Walt Disney World Comprehensive Vacation Planning and Preparation Guide
Here is Military Disney Tips’ 2020 Disney World Planning Guide that will guide you through the process of preparing for your vacation. Hi there, I’ve written this guide and checklist to help guide military members and their families through the complexities of getting ready for a Walt Disney World vacation. This checklist has milestones and […]
Shades of Green Savings in May Special 2020
Shades of Green has announced their Savings in May Special for 2020. This Special currently includes 2 adult breakfasts per day at the Garden Gallery Buffet. Dates: The current dates of this special are: 1 – 3 May 2020 Rates Category 1 guests $140.20 per night stay (E1-E6, Cadet) Category 2 guests $167.20 per night stay […]
2019 and 2020 Regular Disney Military Ticket Discount for Walt Disney World and Disneyland
What did we do before Disney’s fabulous Armed Forces Salute? Many new members of the military have never experienced a time when Disney did not offer the Disney Armed Forces Salute, but prior to January 2009 there was no such thing (except for one similar offer during part of 2002). Before the fairly new Salute Offers we […]
Shades of Green Fitness Center
The Shades of Green Resort offers a Fitness Center which is open 24/7 for your fitness needs while on your Walt Disney World vacation. Both cardio and resistance equipment are available. Even at the height of my fitness and with the best of intentions, I’ve never exercised more than the first two mornings of any […]
Hurricane Dorian Walt Disney World and Shades of Green
Hurricanes, Severe Weather, and Thunderstorms at Walt Disney World and Shades of Green. Walt Disney World Rarely Closes for Inclement Weather But rest assured that they have plans in place to shelter their guests if it is required! Shades of Green which is a military facility also has plans for these situations. If a hurricane […]
The Alamo Car Rental Location at Shades of Green Resort
Alamo Car Rental has a small rental counter at Shades of Green Resort, the Military Only Resort at Walt Disney World. The Alamo Car Rental counter is conveniently located just off of the Shades of Green lobby to the left of the front desk, half-way between the lobby and the AAFES General Store. Military Discounts […]
Shades of Green Survivors’ Family Program
The Survivors’ Family Program extends to eligible Family members who have suffered a loss of an Active Duty sponsor regardless of the cause. The Survivors’ Family Discount Program provides a 50 percent discount from normal room rates by applicable rate category. The discount applies to additional occupants and up to three guest rooms. The Survivors’ […]
How Do Disney World Resorts Compare To Shades of Green In Price?
Planning a Disney World vacation is a big undertaking! One of the biggest decisions you’ll have to make during your Walt Disney World vacation planning will be where to stay. Should you stay at a Disney World Resort using the Disney Armed Forces Salute, or at Shades of Green the Military Owned and Operated Resort on […]
Shades of Green’s AAFES General Store
Shades of Green Walt Disney World’s Military Resort has an Armed Forces Exchange Service General Store on property. It’s a small convenience store which has a small selection of Disney items as well as Orlando and Florida souvenirs. They also carry typical sundry items such as: Soda, water, milk, and juice Liquor, beer, and wine […]