{"id":37275,"date":"2025-06-03T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-03T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/?p=37275"},"modified":"2025-12-30T10:06:53","modified_gmt":"2025-12-30T14:06:53","slug":"disney-world-vs-universal-which-military-discount-offers-the-best-deal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-vs-universal\/disney-world-vs-universal-which-military-discount-offers-the-best-deal\/","title":{"rendered":"Disney World vs. Universal 2026 \u2013 Which Military Discount Saves You More?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Military_families_planning_a_theme_park_vacation_have_two_major_options_with_unbeatable_discounts_Disneys_Armed_Forces_Salute_and_Universals_Military_Freedom_Pass\"><\/span>Military families planning a theme park vacation have two major options with unbeatable discounts: <strong>Disney\u2019s Armed Forces Salute<\/strong> and <strong>Universal\u2019s Military Freedom Pass<\/strong>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Split-Stay-Walt-Disney-World-Universal-Orlando-Resort.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-37129\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Split-Stay-Walt-Disney-World-Universal-Orlando-Resort.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"405\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Split-Stay-Walt-Disney-World-Universal-Orlando-Resort.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Split-Stay-Walt-Disney-World-Universal-Orlando-Resort-300x152.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Split-Stay-Walt-Disney-World-Universal-Orlando-Resort-768x389.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/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\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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Pass.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-vs-universal\/disney-world-vs-universal-which-military-discount-offers-the-best-deal\/#%EF%B8%8F_Comparing_Military_Tickets_Disney_Armed_Forces_Salute_vs_Universal_Military_Freedom_Pass\" >&#xfe0f; Comparing Military Tickets: Disney Armed Forces Salute vs. Universal Military Freedom Pass<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-vs-universal\/disney-world-vs-universal-which-military-discount-offers-the-best-deal\/#Disney_Armed_Forces_Salute_Tickets\" >Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-vs-universal\/disney-world-vs-universal-which-military-discount-offers-the-best-deal\/#Universal_Military_Freedom_Pass\" >Universal Military Freedom Pass<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-vs-universal\/disney-world-vs-universal-which-military-discount-offers-the-best-deal\/#Ticket_Comparison_Summary\" >Ticket Comparison Summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-vs-universal\/disney-world-vs-universal-which-military-discount-offers-the-best-deal\/#Comparing_Military_Resort_Discounts_Disney_Resorts_vs_Universal_Hotels\" >Comparing Military Resort Discounts: Disney Resorts vs. Universal Hotels<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-vs-universal\/disney-world-vs-universal-which-military-discount-offers-the-best-deal\/#Disney_Resort_Discounts_Armed_Forces_Salute\" >Disney Resort Discounts (Armed Forces Salute)<\/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\/disney-vs-universal\/disney-world-vs-universal-which-military-discount-offers-the-best-deal\/#Universal_Military_Hotel_Discounts\" >Universal Military Hotel Discounts<\/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\/disney-vs-universal\/disney-world-vs-universal-which-military-discount-offers-the-best-deal\/#Hotel_Comparison_Summary\" >Hotel Comparison Summary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-vs-universal\/disney-world-vs-universal-which-military-discount-offers-the-best-deal\/#%E2%9C%8D%EF%B8%8F_Conclusion_Recommendation\" >&#x270d;&#xfe0f; Conclusion \/ Recommendation<\/a><\/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\/disney-vs-universal\/disney-world-vs-universal-which-military-discount-offers-the-best-deal\/#FAQs_%E2%80%93_Disney_World_vs_Universal_Which_Military_Discount_Offers_the_Best_Deal\" >FAQs &#8211;\u00a0Disney World vs. Universal: Which Military Discount Offers the Best Deal?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Both programs offer big savings, but they work very differently and come with unique perks, restrictions, and extras.<\/p>\n<p>In this post, we\u2019ll compare the ticket options and resort discounts from both destinations, so you can decide which theme park deal is the best fit for your family\u2019s military vacation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%EF%B8%8F_Comparing_Military_Tickets_Disney_Armed_Forces_Salute_vs_Universal_Military_Freedom_Pass\"><\/span>&#xfe0f; Comparing Military Tickets: Disney Armed Forces Salute vs. Universal Military Freedom Pass<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disney_Armed_Forces_Salute_Tickets\"><\/span>Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Toy-Story-Land-Back-Entrance-SIgn.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-32157\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Toy-Story-Land-Back-Entrance-SIgn.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Toy-Story-Land-Back-Entrance-SIgn.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Toy-Story-Land-Back-Entrance-SIgn-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Toy-Story-Land-Back-Entrance-SIgn-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Toy-Story-Land-Back-Entrance-SIgn-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Deeply discounted 4- to 6-day Park Hopper and Park Hopper Plus tickets for Walt Disney World<\/li>\n<li>Fixed offer period (typically January to mid-December, with holiday blackout dates)<\/li>\n<li>Must be purchased through base ticket offices or Shades of Green<\/li>\n<li>Tickets require in-person activation at Walt Disney World ticket windows (Unless purchased from Shades of Green)<\/li>\n<li>Eligible for Lightning Lane Multi Pass\/Single Pass upgrades (additional purchases)<\/li>\n<li>Limit of 6 tickets per military sponsor per offer year<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Disney World 2025 Armed Forces Salute Prices<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>4-Day Disney Military Salute Ticket<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>With the Park Hopper Option: $399<\/li>\n<li>With the Park Hopper Plus Option: $429<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>5-Day Disney Military Salute Ticket<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>With the Park Hopper Option: $419<\/li>\n<li>With the Park Hopper Plus Option: $449<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>6-Day Disney Military Salute Ticket<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>With the Park Hopper Option: $439<\/li>\n<li>With the Park Hopper Plus Option: $469<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Universal_Military_Freedom_Pass\"><\/span>Universal Military Freedom Pass<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Universal-Orlando-Harry-Potter-Dragon.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19983\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Universal-Orlando-Harry-Potter-Dragon.jpg\" alt=\"Military Discounts for Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Other Attractions\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Universal-Orlando-Harry-Potter-Dragon.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Universal-Orlando-Harry-Potter-Dragon-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Universal-Orlando-Harry-Potter-Dragon-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Universal-Orlando-Harry-Potter-Dragon-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Unlimited admission to Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and Volcano Bay through December 31 (Two versions: 2-Park and a 3-Park that includes Volcano Bay)<\/li>\n<li>An optional add-on for <strong>one-day access to Epic Universe<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>More flexible usage\u2014visit as many days as you want within the calendar year, no bockout dates<\/li>\n<li>Passes require in-person activation at Universal&#8217;s theme park entrances or hotel ticket sales centers<\/li>\n<li>Must be purchased through base ticket offices or Shades of Green<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Universal&#8217;s 2025 Freedom Pass Prices<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a02\u00a0Park Freedom Pass\u00a0&#8211; <\/strong>$210 Adult\/$205 Child\u00a0&#8211; For the whole year!<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a03\u00a0Park Freedom Pass\u00a0&#8211; <\/strong>$245 Adult\/$240 Child &#8211; For the whole year!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Epic Universe One-Day Add-On &#8211;<\/strong> Price varies by day (purchase after arrival and scanning into your first park)<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ticket_Comparison_Summary\"><\/span>Ticket Comparison Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Disney\u2019s ticket deal is ideal for families planning a 4- to 10-day visit, with great savings and optional add-ons like water park access. But Universal\u2019s Freedom Pass delivers <strong>maximum value for longer trips or repeat visits at a lower price<\/strong>, allowing unlimited park entry all year. If you\u2019re planning multiple days or returning later in the year, Universal offers the best return on investment.<\/p>\n<p>It should be noted that both Disney and Universal offer regular military discounts that offer less savings than these annually renewed special offers. Disney World offers <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-military-theme-park-tickets\/\">Military Theme Park Tickets<\/a>, and Universal offers Military Discounted Tickets.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Links to Disney Armed Forces Salute Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/the-disney-armed-forces-salute-military-ticket-and-room-discounts\/\">Disney Armed Forces Salute Overview and Rules<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/what-is-the-difference-between-walt-disney-world-military-promotional-tickets-and-military-theme-park-tickets\/\">What is the difference between Disney Armed Forces Salute and Military Theme Park Tickets?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/whats-the-right-military-discounted-disney-ticket-for-me\/\">What\u2019s the Right Military Discounted Disney Ticket for Me?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/top-ten-things-you-need-to-know-about-disneys-armed-forces-salute-military-discount-tickets\/\">Top Ten Things You Should Know About The Disney Armed Forces Salute Tickets<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-to-activate-your-disney-armed-forces-salute-theme-park-tickets\/\">Salute Ticket Activation Procedures<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Links to More Freedom Pass Information<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2025-universal-orlando-resort-freedom-pass\/\">Universal Orlando 2025 Military Freedom Passes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/universal-orlando-freedom-pass-spring-2025-bolckouts-removed\/\">Universal Orlando Freedom Pass &#8211; Spring 2025 Bolckouts Removed!<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/universal-orlando-military-discount-eligibility\/\">Universal Orlando Military Discount Eligibility<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-resort-military-discounts\/how-to-use-universal-orlandos-freedom-pass\/\">How to Use Universal Orlando&#8217;s Freedom Pass<\/a> (external link)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-military-tickets\/safeguarding-your-universal-orlando-freedom-passes\/\">Safeguarding your Universal Orlando Freedom Passes<\/a> (external link)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-military-tickets\/whats-the-right-military-discounted-universal-orlando-ticket-for-me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What\u2019s the Right Military Discounted Universal Orlando Ticket?<\/a> (external link)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comparing_Military_Resort_Discounts_Disney_Resorts_vs_Universal_Hotels\"><\/span>Comparing Military Resort Discounts: Disney Resorts vs. Universal Hotels<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disney_Resort_Discounts_Armed_Forces_Salute\"><\/span>Disney Resort Discounts (Armed Forces Salute)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-All-Star-Resorts.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-21612\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-All-Star-Resorts.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-All-Star-Resorts.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-All-Star-Resorts-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-All-Star-Resorts-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Disneys-All-Star-Resorts-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Up to <strong>30% off Deluxe<\/strong>, <strong>25% off Moderate<\/strong>, and <strong>20% off Value<\/strong> resorts<\/li>\n<li>Book directly with Disney by phone<\/li>\n<li>Limited availability, especially during peak travel seasons<\/li>\n<li>Includes <strong>Early Theme Park Entry<\/strong>; Deluxe resorts also get <strong>Extended Evening Hours<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Discounts are based on standard room rack rates and can\u2019t be combined with other offers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Universal_Military_Hotel_Discounts\"><\/span>Universal Military Hotel Discounts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_37131\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Universal-Orlando-Endless-Summer-Dockside-Resort-Pool.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-37131\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37131\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Universal-Orlando-Endless-Summer-Dockside-Resort-Pool.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Universal-Orlando-Endless-Summer-Dockside-Resort-Pool.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Universal-Orlando-Endless-Summer-Dockside-Resort-Pool-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Universal-Orlando-Endless-Summer-Dockside-Resort-Pool-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-37131\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Universal&#8217;s Endless Summer Dockside Resort<\/p><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Discounted rooms are available at <strong>all Universal hotel categories<\/strong>: Value, Prime Value, Preferred, and Premier<\/li>\n<li>Book through Universal Reservations or authorized <strong>military travel agents like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-studios-vacations-by-jen-knows-the-mouse\/\">Jen Novak<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Includes <strong>Early Park Admission<\/strong> to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and select attractions<\/li>\n<li><strong>Premier hotels include Unlimited Express Pass<\/strong>\u2014a value of $100+ per person per day<\/li>\n<li>Availability is often better than Disney\u2019s during peak times<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hotel_Comparison_Summary\"><\/span>Hotel Comparison Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While Disney offers strong percentage-based savings, availability is often tighter, and the biggest perks come only with Deluxe resorts. On the other hand, Universal\u2019s Premier hotels include <strong>Unlimited Express Pass<\/strong>, which can save hundreds and drastically reduce time spent in lines. When factoring in added benefits, Universal\u2019s Premier hotels often offer <strong>better value per dollar<\/strong> for military families.<\/p>\n<p><b>Links to Disney<\/b><strong>\u00a0Resort Hotel Information:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/how-disney-armed-forces-salute-room-discounts-work\/\">How Disney Armed Forces Salute Room Discounts Work<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-armed-forces-salute\/top-ten-things-you-need-to-know-about-disneys-armed-forces-salute-military-room-discounts\/\">Top Ten Things You Should Know About The Disney Armed Forces Salute Room Discounts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-armed-forces-salute\/2021-disney-armed-forces-salute-room-package-vs-room-only-reservation\/\">Disney Armed Forces Salute Room Package vs Room Only Reservation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world\/choosing-your-walt-disney-world-resort\/\">Choosing Your Walt Disney World Resort<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/walt-disney-world-resorts\/\">Walt Disney World Resort Hotels<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-resorts-at-walt-disney-world-and-disneyland-tested-by-military-disney-tips\/\">Military Disney Tips: Tested and Approved Resorts<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Links to Disney<\/b><strong>\u00a0Resort Hotel<\/strong> Information (all external links to my Universal site):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-resort-hotels\/\">Universal Orlando&#8217;s Hotel Overview<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-resort-hotels\/universal-orlando-resort-the-endless-summer-resort-dockside-inn-and-suites\/\">Endless Summer Resort \u2013 Dockside Inn and Suites<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-resort-hotels\/universal-orlando-resort-the-endless-summer-resort-surfside-inn-and-suites\/\">Endless Summer Resort \u2013 Surfside Inn and Suites<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-resort-hotels\/universal-orlando-resort-cabana-bay-beach-resort\/\">Universal\u2019s Cabana Bay Beach Resort<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-resort-hotels\/universal-orlando-resort-adventura-hotel\/\">Universal\u2019s Aventura Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-resort-hotels\/\">Lowe\u2019s Sapphire Falls Resort<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-resort-hotels\/universal-orlando-lowes-royal-pacific-resort\/\">Lowe\u2019s Royal Pacific Resort<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-resort-hotels\/universal-orlando-resort-hard-rock-hotel\/\">Hard Rock Hotel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-resort-hotels\/\">Lowe\u2019s Portofino Bay Resort<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Jen Novak is Military Disney Tips&#8217; Recommended Universal Studios Travel Agent!<\/strong> She can quote both Universal and Disney. <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-studios-vacations-by-jen-knows-the-mouse\/\">Just click this link to get your Quote<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9C%8D%EF%B8%8F_Conclusion_Recommendation\"><\/span>&#x270d;&#xfe0f; Conclusion \/ Recommendation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>So, which is better\u2014Disney or Universal? It depends on your vacation style:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Choose Disney<\/strong> if you want that classic Disney magic, character experiences, and are planning a shorter trip.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Choose Universal<\/strong> if you want top-tier thrill rides, better in-hotel perks, and unlimited access over multiple visits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Can&#8217;t decide? See these Posts:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-orlando-resort\/how-to-do-a-split-stay-at-walt-disney-world-and-universal-orlando-military-edition\/\">How to Do a Split Stay at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando<\/a>\u00a0(Why not do both?)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-orlando-resort\/disney-vs-universal-is-universal-for-small-children\/\">Is Universal Orlando for Small Kids?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Both destinations provide incredible value for military families, but they serve different needs. If you\u2019re still unsure, we recommend contacting one of our trusted military-specialist travel agents who can help you compare pricing and book the best fit for your family:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/the-mouse-experts-military-disney-vacation-specialists\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Mouse Experts Military Disney Vacation Specialists<\/a> (for Disney)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-studios-vacations-by-jen-knows-the-mouse\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Universal Studios Vacations by Jen Novak<\/a> (for Universal, and split stays)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Have questions or experiences to share? Drop them in the comments below!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_%E2%80%93_Disney_World_vs_Universal_Which_Military_Discount_Offers_the_Best_Deal\"><\/span>FAQs &#8211;\u00a0Disney World vs. Universal: Which Military Discount Offers the Best Deal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"1045\">\n<li data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"445\">\n<p data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"445\"><strong data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"263\">Do Disney and Universal both offer military discounts?<\/strong><br data-start=\"263\" data-end=\"266\" \/>Yes. Disney offers Armed Forces Salute tickets, while Universal provides specially priced tickets and hotel discounts through Shades of Green and military base ticket offices.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"636\">\n<p data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"636\"><strong data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"515\">Can I buy both Disney and Universal tickets at the same place?<\/strong><br data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"518\" \/>Yes. Shades of Green and most U.S. military base ticket offices sell both Disney and Universal discounted tickets.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"854\">\n<p data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"854\"><strong data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"692\">Which discount saves more \u2014 Disney or Universal?<\/strong><br data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"695\" \/>Universal\u2019s discounts often have fewer blackout dates and more flexibility. Disney\u2019s are deeply discounted but limited by eligibility and blackout periods.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"1045\">\n<p data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"1045\"><strong data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"889\">Are DoD civilians eligible?<\/strong><br data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"892\" \/>DoD civilians are not eligible for Disney\u2019s Armed Forces Salute tickets, but they can book Shades of Green and purchase Universal discounted tickets.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{ \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do Disney and Universal both offer military discounts?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. 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