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Shades of Green’s AAFES General Store

By Steve 15 Comments

Shades of Green 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 that carries your typical convenience items plus has a small selection of Disney items as well as Orlando and Florida souvenirs. They carry typical sundry items such as: Soda, water, milk, and […]

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Shades of Green Resort’s Standard Guest Rooms

By Steve 8 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. Shades of Green is located right on Walt Disney World Property, in the Magic Kingdom Resort Area very near Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, Shades of Green is open to all U.S. Service Members current […]

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Shades of Green Walt Disney World’s Military Resort Room Rates

By Steve 22 Comments

Shades of Green Resort

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 […]

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Beat the Lines – Mobile Order at Walt Disney World Counter Service Restaurants

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Beat the Lines - Mobile Order at Walt Disney World Counter Service Restaurants

Waiting in line for Walt Disney World Attractions is a Given. But waiting in line to eat doesn’t have to be! Note: During these times of social distancing and reduced restaurant capacity, almost every Walt Disney World Quick Service Restaurant that is open is using Mobile Order as the only or primary way of getting […]

Filed Under: Disney Dining Tagged With: Dining, Walt Disney World

Your 2023 Introduction to Disney Resort Destination Security – Plus Some Tips

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Your Introduction to Disney Resort Destination Security - Plus Some Tips

Disney’s theme parks had Bag Checks as far back as I can remember (perhaps for the last 20 years). But since late 2015 metal detectors have been added to the security lineup. On 17 December 2015, literally overnight, America’s theme parks all began using some form of metal detectors. This includes Disneyland in California, Walt […]

Filed Under: Transportation Tagged With: Disneyland, Security, Transportation, Walt Disney World

Where to Buy Military Disney Tickets

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Military Ticket Purchasing Guide: Save Money On Disney World Tickets Disney Military Tickets can save military members and their families big money at both the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando Florida and the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim California! Welcome to the Military Disney Tips guide to how and where to purchase your military tickets […]

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Disney Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios

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It’s a holiday vibe like never before. Sights of sparkling décor, sounds of modern beats over classic holiday songs, tastes of craft cocktails and decadent dishes. It’s nostalgic and it’s glitz and glam galore. This is Disney Jollywood Nights – a new, separately ticketed event from 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. on 10 select nights November 11-December […]

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Military Discount Prices On Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party – 2023

By Steve 25 Comments

Military Discounted Tickets have been announced for the 2022 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a special event held each winter on select nights at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom theme park. Your Disney Armed Forces Salute ticket will not get you into Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, the purchase of an additional event […]

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Disney Room Only Reservation Versus a Package What’s the Difference?

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Military Discounts for Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Other Attractions

It’s very important to know the know the difference between Disney’s Room Only and Package Reservations! Flexibility is often very important to US Military Families and your selection affects your payment and cancellation schedules. Updated: June 2023 What’s a Package? A Disney package is normally when you combine another option with your Disney Resort Room […]

Filed Under: Disney Resorts Tagged With: Dining, Military Discounted Rooms, military discounted tickets, Walt Disney World

11 Reasons Why I Don’t Recommend the Disney Dining Plan

By Steve 9 Comments

Walt Disney World Theme Parks

We’ve only used the DDP once during over 50+ trips to Walt Disney World since the Disney Dining Plan started in 2005! And that one time was only for our research. Why you ask, would such a seasoned Disney family not use the dining plan that so many people rave about? Because we do not […]

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Military Discounts on Scooter Rentals for 2023 at Walt Disney World

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Military Discounts on Scooter Rentals for 2020 at Walt Disney World

Wounded Warriors and Disabled Veterans are able to get military discounts on Mobility Scooters (ECVs) Rentals for their vacation at the Walt Disney World Resort. Walt Disney World rents scooters, but only in the theme parks, for use in the parks! If you’ll be needing one for your whole vacation you will need to rent […]

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The NEW Mountain Challenge in Disney World!

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Magic Kingdom - Big Thunder Mountain Railroad

If you have been to Walt Disney World before you may be looking to spice up your next trip. There’s no better way than to complete a Disney World Challenge! Disney World Challenges are unofficial fan-created tasks to add an extra element to the fun of Disney. These are great for groups, adult trips, or […]

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Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party – 2023

By Steve 39 Comments

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

Military Discounted Ticket Prices have been announced for the 2023 Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is a Halloween themed special after hours event held on select dates in Disney World’s Magic Kingdom theme park.  Your Disney Armed Forces Salute ticket will not get you into Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party. The purchase of an additional […]

Filed Under: Disney Military Discounts Tagged With: Halloween, Magic Kingdom, military discounted tickets, Special Events, Walt Disney World

Military Discounts On Stroller Rentals at Walt Disney World for 2023

By Steve 3 Comments

Military Discounts On Stroller Rentals at Walt Disney World

Military Families are eligible for military discounts on Stroller Rentals for their vacation at the Walt Disney World Resort! Walt Disney World rents strollers, but only in the theme parks and only for use in the parks! If you’ll be needing one for your whole vacation you will need to rent from an independent company. You will find […]

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Chip n’ Dale’s Deli – Convenient to Shades of Green’s Magnolia Pool

By Steve 2 Comments

Chip n' Dale's Deli - A 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 […]

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Shades of Green Resort Walt Disney World Benefits

By Steve 6 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. So, let’s get right to the list… […]

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5 Most Romantic Restaurants in Walt Disney World

By Erin Schreiver Leave a Comment

You may think that Walt Disney World is all about cartoon characters and cotton candy, but we’re here to tell you that it is so much more! With Valentine’s Day coming, Military Disney Tips is here to share all of the most romantic restaurant locations in Disney World to sweep her off her feet. 1.   […]

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Walk Between Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa

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Directions to walk between Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, with Pictures! It is possible to walk between Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa. You might want to take this walk to check out the Grand Floridian and it’s restaurants and lounges without riding the monorail or to […]

Filed Under: Transportation Tagged With: Transportation, Walking, Walt Disney World

How Do Disney World Resorts Compare To Shades of Green In Price?

By Steve 9 Comments

Shades of Green Resort

Planning a Disney World vacation is a big undertaking! One of the biggest decisions price wise that 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 […]

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Walk Between Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and the Transportation and Ticket Center

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Choosing Your Walt Disney World Resort

Directions to walk between Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC), with Pictures! The Polynesian Village Resort is located within easy walking distance of the Magic Kingdom’s  Transportation and Ticket Center. This walk is convenient for guests staying at the resort to access the Monorail Station and its EPCOT Line without riding all […]

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Walk Between Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa and the Magic Kingdom

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Directions to walk between Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa and the Magic Kingdom, with Pictures! The Grand Floridian is located within walking distance of the Magic Kingdom theme park. This walk is convenient for guests staying at the resort to access the park without waiting on or riding in a crowded monorail. It’s also great for […]

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Planning Your 2023 Disney Vacation for Military Families

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Merry Christmas to all! Finally, all the shopping and preparation for Christmas is over. All the presents have been opened and the kids are enjoying all of their new toys. This is traditionally (based on my historical traffic numbers) the time that Mom and Dad start to plan for next year’s vacation. In an effort […]

Filed Under: Disney Tips Tagged With: Dining, Disneyland, Military Discounted Rooms, military discounted tickets, Shades of Green, Transportation, Walt Disney World

The 2023 Military Family’s Walt Disney World Comprehensive Vacation Planning and Preparation Guide

By Steve 12 Comments

Disney Animal Kingdom Military Discounts

Here is Military Disney Tips’ 2023 Walt Disney World Planning Guide that will guide you through the process of preparing for your vacation. Updated for 2023 – Dec 2022 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 […]

Filed Under: Disney Military Discounts Tagged With: Military Discounted Rooms, military discounted tickets, Planning, Shades of Green, Walt Disney World

Military Disney Tips 2023 Disney Packing Checklist

By Steve 2 Comments

Welcome to Military Disney Tips!

My what to pack for Disney checklist includes items I’ve tested and used myself in the parks, plus great ideas that I’ve seen elsewhere and am planning to try. Everything on this list will either save you some cash or make your vacation and park experience more enjoyable and comfortable. Here is the Military Disney […]

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How Disney Armed Forces Salute Room Discounts Work for 2023

By Steve 20 Comments

Upgrade Your Disney Room For Free

Starting back in 2018 Disney changed the way they allocate Disney Armed Forces Salute Room Discounts. In the past, from 2009 through 2017, the Disney Armed Forces Salute resort hotel room discounts had always been a set percentage off of the standard rack room rate. Back then if the discount for your desired resort, room type, […]

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