{"id":16388,"date":"2026-07-05T05:00:35","date_gmt":"2026-07-05T09:00:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/?p=16388"},"modified":"2026-07-05T13:50:03","modified_gmt":"2026-07-05T17:50:03","slug":"shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/","title":{"rendered":"AAFES Exchange at Shades of Green (2026): Who Can Shop, Tax-Free Pricing &#038; What It Sells"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>AAFES Exchange at Shades of Green (2026): Who Can Shop, Tax-Free Pricing &amp; What It Sells<\/h1>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_may_use_the_Shades_of_Green_Exchange_more_than_you_expect\"><\/span>You may use the Shades of Green Exchange more than you expect<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most military families do not think much about the AAFES Exchange before they arrive at Shades of Green.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" 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href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#What_the_Shades_of_Green_AAFES_Exchange_Is_Best_For\" >What the Shades of Green AAFES Exchange Is Best For<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#AAFES_Exchange_Ratings_from_Military_Families\" >AAFES Exchange Ratings from Military Families<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#What_Does_the_Shades_of_Green_Exchange_Sell\" >What Does the Shades of Green Exchange Sell?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Drinks_and_Room_Supplies\" >Drinks and Room Supplies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Snacks_and_Convenience_Foods\" >Snacks and Convenience Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Travel_and_Health_Items\" >Travel and Health Items<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Family_and_Baby_Items\" >Family and Baby Items<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Alcohol_and_Tobacco\" >Alcohol and Tobacco<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Disney_Military_Orlando_and_Florida_Souvenirs\" >Disney, Military, Orlando, and Florida Souvenirs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Should_You_Bring_It_or_Buy_It_at_the_Exchange\" >Should You Bring It or Buy It at the Exchange?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Are_the_Prices_Good\" >Are the Prices Good?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Want_to_See_Actual_Prices\" >Want to See Actual Prices?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Who_Can_Shop_at_the_AAFES_Exchange\" >Who Can Shop at the AAFES Exchange?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Is_the_Exchange_Tax-Free\" >Is the Exchange Tax-Free?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Where_Is_the_Exchange_Located\" >Where Is the Exchange Located?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Bottom_Line\" >Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Your_Thoughts\" >Your Thoughts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Shades_of_Green_AAFES_Exchange_%E2%80%94_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Shades of Green AAFES Exchange \u2014 Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Who_can_shop_at_the_AAFES_Exchange_at_Shades_of_Green\" >Who can shop at the AAFES Exchange at Shades of Green?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Do_you_need_to_be_staying_at_Shades_of_Green_to_shop_at_the_Exchange\" >Do you need to be staying at Shades of Green to shop at the Exchange?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Is_the_Shades_of_Green_Exchange_tax-free\" >Is the Shades of Green Exchange tax-free?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#What_does_the_Shades_of_Green_Exchange_sell\" >What does the Shades of Green Exchange sell?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Does_the_Exchange_sell_alcohol\" >Does the Exchange sell alcohol?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Does_the_Exchange_sell_Disney_souvenirs\" >Does the Exchange sell Disney souvenirs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#Can_I_use_the_Military_Star_Card_at_the_Shades_of_Green_Exchange\" >Can I use the Military Star Card at the Shades of Green Exchange?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store\/#What_are_the_Shades_of_Green_Exchange_hours\" >What are the Shades of Green Exchange hours?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Then they end up visiting it several times during their vacation.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you need bottled water, snacks, sunscreen, medicine, toiletries, baby supplies, adult beverages, Disney souvenirs, or something you forgot to pack, the Shades of Green AAFES Exchange is one of the most practical amenities at the resort.<\/p>\n<p>It is not a full-size Base Exchange. It is a small resort Exchange designed to solve common vacation problems.<\/p>\n<p>That is exactly why guests value it.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store-Entrance.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16395\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store-Entrance.jpg\" alt=\"Shades of Green AAFES Exchange entrance\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store-Entrance.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store-Entrance-600x401.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store-Entrance-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store-Entrance-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_the_Shades_of_Green_AAFES_Exchange_Is_Best_For\"><\/span>What the Shades of Green AAFES Exchange Is Best For<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Exchange works best as a convenience store, resort supply stop, and vacation problem solver.<\/p>\n<div align=\"center\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">Need<\/th>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">Best Use<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Bottled water and drinks<\/td>\n<td>Stocking the room before park days<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Snacks<\/td>\n<td>Keeping quick food in the room or park bag<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Breakfast items<\/td>\n<td>Simple room breakfast before heading out<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Toiletries<\/td>\n<td>Replacing forgotten items<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Medicine<\/td>\n<td>Backup for minor needs during the trip<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Baby supplies<\/td>\n<td>Emergency restock when needed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Beer, wine, and liquor<\/td>\n<td>Adults with valid military ID<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Disney souvenirs<\/td>\n<td>Browsing for gifts without paying theme park prices<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Military-themed merchandise<\/td>\n<td>Shirts, hats, and gifts with military or Disney-related designs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Steve Recommends:<\/strong> I like stopping at the Exchange shortly after checking in. Even if you do not need anything immediately, it helps to know what they have before your first park day. More than once, a quick Exchange stop has saved me from paying Disney prices or leaving property to replace something we forgot.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"AAFES_Exchange_Ratings_from_Military_Families\"><\/span>AAFES Exchange Ratings from Military Families<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Military Disney Tips readers rate the Shades of Green AAFES Exchange very well overall.<\/p>\n<div align=\"center\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">Survey Question<\/th>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">Rating<\/th>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">What It Tells Us<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Overall AAFES Store Experience<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>4.56<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Guests strongly value having the Exchange at the resort<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Prices<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>4.42<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Guests generally view pricing favorably<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Selection<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>4.19<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Selection is useful but limited by the store\u2019s small size<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Ratings on a scale of 1 &#8211; 5<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Those ratings tell a clear story.<\/p>\n<p>Guests like the Exchange because it is useful, convenient, and reasonably priced compared with many Walt Disney World options. The lower selection rating also makes sense. This is a small resort Exchange, not a large military installation store.<\/p>\n<p>The best way to appreciate it is to understand what it is designed to do. It is there to help you solve small but important vacation problems without leaving Shades of Green.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_the_Shades_of_Green_Exchange_Sell\"><\/span>What Does the Shades of Green Exchange Sell?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The exact selection changes by season, inventory, and guest demand, but the Exchange commonly carries the kinds of items military families need during a Walt Disney World vacation.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Drinks_and_Room_Supplies\"><\/span>Drinks and Room Supplies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Bottled water<\/li>\n<li>Soda<\/li>\n<li>Milk<\/li>\n<li>Juice<\/li>\n<li>Energy drinks<\/li>\n<li>Basic breakfast items<\/li>\n<li>Room snacks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Snacks_and_Convenience_Foods\"><\/span>Snacks and Convenience Foods<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Chips<\/li>\n<li>Candy<\/li>\n<li>Packaged snacks<\/li>\n<li>Cereal and breakfast foods<\/li>\n<li>Simple food items for the room<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Travel_and_Health_Items\"><\/span>Travel and Health Items<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Toiletries<\/li>\n<li>Sunscreen<\/li>\n<li>Over-the-counter medicine<\/li>\n<li>Basic first-aid items<\/li>\n<li>Laundry-related items when available<\/li>\n<li>Forgotten travel essentials<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Family_and_Baby_Items\"><\/span>Family and Baby Items<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Exchange carries diapers, swim diapers, wipes, and other family essentials, but inventory can vary. Do not rely on the Exchange as your only source for critical baby or medical items.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Steve Recommends:<\/strong> If your family absolutely must have a specific medicine, baby item, brand, or dietary product, bring it with you or use grocery delivery. The Exchange is excellent for common needs, but it is not large enough to guarantee every specific item.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alcohol_and_Tobacco\"><\/span>Alcohol and Tobacco<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Exchange sells beer, wine, liquor, and tobacco products.<\/p>\n<p>Alcohol and tobacco purchases require a valid military ID. Sponsored non-military guests may use the Exchange for many purchases, but their sponsor\u2019s military ID is required for alcohol and tobacco.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disney_Military_Orlando_and_Florida_Souvenirs\"><\/span>Disney, Military, Orlando, and Florida Souvenirs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Exchange carries a selection of Disney merchandise, military-themed merchandise, Orlando souvenirs, Florida souvenirs, clothing, and gift items.<\/p>\n<p>The Disney merchandise selection is modest compared with the theme parks, but many readers appreciate finding Disney items without paying theme park prices. Survey comments show both sides: guests like the prices, but some wish the Disney merchandise selection were larger.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store-Clothing.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16394\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store-Clothing.jpg\" alt=\"Clothing and souvenirs at the Shades of Green AAFES Exchange\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store-Clothing.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store-Clothing-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store-Clothing-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store-Clothing-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_You_Bring_It_or_Buy_It_at_the_Exchange\"><\/span>Should You Bring It or Buy It at the Exchange?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Exchange is helpful, but it should not replace smart packing.<\/p>\n<div align=\"center\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">Item<\/th>\n<th style=\"text-align: center;\">My Recommendation<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Bottled water<\/td>\n<td>Buy here<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Snacks<\/td>\n<td>Buy here or bring favorites from home<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Basic toiletries<\/td>\n<td>Buy here if you forget something<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sunscreen<\/td>\n<td>Bring your preferred brand, but buy here if needed<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Medicine<\/td>\n<td>Bring must-have items; use the Exchange for common needs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Baby supplies<\/td>\n<td>Bring essentials; use the Exchange only as backup<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Beer and wine<\/td>\n<td>Buy here<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Disney souvenirs<\/td>\n<td>Browse here before buying everything in the parks<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Full grocery order<\/td>\n<td>Use grocery delivery or shop off-property<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_the_Prices_Good\"><\/span>Are the Prices Good?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Guests consistently rate the Exchange&#8217;s prices highly because they offer a convenient, tax-free alternative to buying many everyday items inside the Disney parks and resorts.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Steve&#8217;s Perspective:<\/strong> The Exchange is one of those amenities that quietly saves money throughout your vacation. Whether it&#8217;s bottled water, snacks, sunscreen, or a forgotten toiletry, you&#8217;ll probably appreciate having it much more than you expected.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Want_to_See_Actual_Prices\"><\/span>Want to See Actual Prices?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the most common questions military families ask is simple: \u201cWhat do they actually have, and how much does it cost?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>To help answer that, I maintain a separate photo-heavy price guide showing many of the items sold inside the Shades of Green AAFES Exchange.<\/p>\n<p><strong>See:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-greens-aafes-general-store-prices\/\">Shades of Green AAFES Exchange Prices and Photos<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Use that page as a visual shopping preview before your trip. Selection and pricing can change, but the photos give you a much better idea of what to expect than a written list alone.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Steve Says:\u00a0<\/strong>As a rule of thumb, plan on most items being similar in cost to the exchange that you normally shop at.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Can_Shop_at_the_AAFES_Exchange\"><\/span>Who Can Shop at the AAFES Exchange?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Shades of Green AAFES Exchange is open to registered Shades of Green guests, their sponsored guests, and all authorized DoD ID card holders.<\/p>\n<p>Day guests who are eligible to enter Shades of Green may also shop at the Exchange, but they must pass through the resort\u2019s security gate and follow current visitor and parking policies.<\/p>\n<p>Non-military-sponsored guests may use the Exchange for many purchases, but alcohol and tobacco purchases require the sponsor\u2019s military ID.<\/p>\n<p><strong>See:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/shades-of-green\/sponsoring-guests-at-shades-of-green\/\">Sponsoring Guests at Shades of Green<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_Exchange_Tax-Free\"><\/span>Is the Exchange Tax-Free?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes. Purchases at the Shades of Green AAFES Exchange are sold tax-free to authorized patrons.<\/p>\n<p>That can make a meaningful difference on drinks, snacks, souvenirs, and other items during a longer Walt Disney World vacation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_Is_the_Exchange_Located\"><\/span>Where Is the Exchange Located?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Exchange is located inside Shades of Green. From the lobby, exit on the front desk side and head down the ramp to reach the AAFES Exchange. The front desk can also point you in the right direction.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16397\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store.jpg\" alt=\"Inside the Shades of Green AAFES Exchange\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store-600x401.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Shades-of-Green-AAFES-Store-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bottom_Line\"><\/span>Bottom Line<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Shades of Green AAFES Exchange is not a full Base Exchange, and it should not be treated like one.<\/p>\n<p>It is a compact resort convenience store that solves common vacation problems for military families.<\/p>\n<p>That is why guests rate it so highly. The overall experience score is strong because the Exchange is useful. The price score is strong because many items feel reasonable compared with Disney vacation pricing. The selection score is lower because space is limited and inventory varies.<\/p>\n<p>Go in expecting a convenient resort Exchange rather than a large shopping destination, and you will probably appreciate it much more.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_Thoughts\"><\/span>Your Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Have you used the Shades of Green AAFES Exchange?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>What did you buy there? Were the prices better than you expected? Did it save you from leaving property or paying theme park prices?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Share your experience in the comments below.<\/strong> Your tips can help other military families know what to expect before their stay.<\/p>\n<p><!-- ===== START: Shades of Green AAFES Exchange FAQ ===== --><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shades_of_Green_AAFES_Exchange_%E2%80%94_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Shades of Green AAFES Exchange \u2014 Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_can_shop_at_the_AAFES_Exchange_at_Shades_of_Green\"><\/span>Who can shop at the AAFES Exchange at Shades of Green?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Shades of Green AAFES Exchange is open to registered Shades of Green guests, their sponsored guests, and authorized DoD ID card holders. Alcohol and tobacco purchases require a valid military ID.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_you_need_to_be_staying_at_Shades_of_Green_to_shop_at_the_Exchange\"><\/span>Do you need to be staying at Shades of Green to shop at the Exchange?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No. Eligible day guests may shop at the Exchange after entering Shades of Green through the security gate and following current visitor and parking policies.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_Shades_of_Green_Exchange_tax-free\"><\/span>Is the Shades of Green Exchange tax-free?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Purchases at the Shades of Green AAFES Exchange are sold tax-free to authorized patrons.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_the_Shades_of_Green_Exchange_sell\"><\/span>What does the Shades of Green Exchange sell?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Exchange sells drinks, snacks, breakfast items, toiletries, over-the-counter medicine, baby items when available, beer, wine, liquor, tobacco, clothing, Disney merchandise, military-themed items, Orlando souvenirs, and Florida souvenirs. Selection varies.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_the_Exchange_sell_alcohol\"><\/span>Does the Exchange sell alcohol?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes. The Exchange sells beer, wine, and liquor. Alcohol purchases require a valid military ID.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_the_Exchange_sell_Disney_souvenirs\"><\/span>Does the Exchange sell Disney souvenirs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes. The Exchange carries a selection of Disney merchandise and souvenirs. The selection is smaller than the theme parks, but many guests appreciate the pricing and convenience.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_use_the_Military_Star_Card_at_the_Shades_of_Green_Exchange\"><\/span>Can I use the Military Star Card at the Shades of Green Exchange?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes. The Exchange accepts the Military Star Card.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Shades_of_Green_Exchange_hours\"><\/span>What are the Shades of Green Exchange hours?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Hours can change, so check the current posted hours at the resort. 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