SHADES OF GREEN at Walt Disney World Resort Information & Questions

[Leigh L]

Getting this error message for our stay. It shows our resort reservation on the main screen, but this is what I get when I click on it.

Question — we’re arriving early and plan to do early entry at MK before checkin into SoG. How do I prove to the CM we’re staying at SoG when I’m getting this error message?

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That error is normal for the app with SOG.

Are you using magic bands? Since your SOG is linked, you can scan your band at the tapstyles. SOG will also give you a paper pass which you can also present at the gate if you're able to stop by there first.

 

[MarkNC2Disney]

That error is normal for the app with SOG.

Are you using magic bands? Since your SOG is linked, you can scan your band at the tapstyles. SOG will also give you a paper pass which you can also present at the gate if you're able to stop by there first.

Ok thank you!! We won’t have magic bands, but I think magic mobile in our iPhone wallet will suffice? I remember last year for extended hours we had to show CMs our resort details page, hence my concern (because it won’t load).

 

[Leigh L]

Ok thank you!! We won’t have magic bands, but I think magic mobile in our iPhone wallet will suffice? I remember last year for extended hours we had to show CMs our resort details page, hence my concern (because it won’t load).

Oh that's a good thought!! We've never used that before. If it shows the resort. I'd imagine that'll work?


(That detail page on resorts has never worked for me for SOG , only if we're staying at a wdw resort)

 

[NavyDad]

Hi Everyone, first post here!

My wife and I are starting to plan a trip with our just-under-2-year-old and grandparents for the last week of April 2023. Our family has access to SOG, but I'm a little concerned about buses and transportation to the parks after doing some reading online about them. The walk to Poly monorail seems pleasant, but I keep thinking it will become one of those things that could become a trudge and detract from the trip.

Are Minnie Vans picking up from SOG again now that they have returned? I searched this thread but only found info from pre-pandemic dates. If they are that seems like an ideal solution for on-demand transportation.

I'm kind of worrying myself into looking at Contemporary at this point to be a short walk or monorail to MK where we will probably spend most of our time. Cost will obviously rise substantially over SOG but I'm the kind of person that if there is something I could have done in advance to avoid a problem it will gnaw at me if I don't take care of it! Thankfully we could afford it but if I am blowing this out of proportion then we would prefer to stay at SOG and save some money.

Basically I'm looking for some reassurance, or words of caution, about getting to and from the parks from SOG with a stroller, youngster and some grandparents in tow. Thanks in advance if you have any inputs!

My wife and I stayed at Shades in April during busy Spring Break season.

We have many years staying at WDW resorts and using the Disney bus system. I was very worried about the SOG busses after some of the reviews I read on this page and around the internet. Well, Let me tell you we were very pleasantly surprised by the SOG transportation. The Magic Kingdom and Epcot bus dropped us off at the Transportation Center which is a very short walk to the monorail entrance. The monorail then takes you right to the park and drops you off by either park entrance, usually closer than where the busses at other resorts drop you off. We got a bus schedule at check in and then pretty much had the same bus drivers each day. The drivers were great at telling you when the busses run and reminding you where they pick up. We found the Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom buses to be great as well. At Animal Kingdom they drop off and pick up at a nice covered pavilion with benches that we found to be a pretty short walk. Those two parks do share a bus so if you are tying to be the first one in line at Animal Kingdom 1 hour before the park opens, you may get delayed a bit.

Overall, we highly recommend the Shades buses. We saw lots of people using strollers with no issues. It's also a short walk over to the Poly where you can use WDW transportation if you'd like.

I would have no hesitation, at all, about staying at Shades.

 

[GradysDogDad]

My wife and I stayed at Shades in April during busy Spring Break season.

We have many years staying at WDW resorts and using the Disney bus system. I was very worried about the SOG busses after some of the reviews I read on this page and around the internet. Well, Let me tell you we were very pleasantly surprised by the SOG transportation. The Magic Kingdom and Epcot bus dropped us off at the Transportation Center which is a very short walk to the monorail entrance. The monorail then takes you right to the park and drops you off by either park entrance, usually closer than where the busses at other resorts drop you off. We got a bus schedule at check in and then pretty much had the same bus drivers each day. The drivers were great at telling you when the busses run and reminding you where they pick up. We found the Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom buses to be great as well. At Animal Kingdom they drop off and pick up at a nice covered pavilion with benches that we found to be a pretty short walk. Those two parks do share a bus so if you are tying to be the first one in line at Animal Kingdom 1 hour before the park opens, you may get delayed a bit.

Overall, we highly recommend the Shades buses. We saw lots of people using strollers with no issues. It's also a short walk over to the Poly where you can use WDW transportation if you'd like.

I would have no hesitation, at all, about staying at Shades.

Thank you! Appreciate your perspective and thanks for taking the time to reply.

 

[BigBlueWho]

Does anyone know what changed at the Garden Gallery?

 

[CaleCakes]

About to change my Oct reservation from AKL to SOG. Giving up a 2 bedroom for 2 standard rooms at SOG but the savings are to significant to ignore for this particular trip. A few questions:
-Wondering if there is a cancelation list for the suites over at Shades?
-Are all the rooms carpeted? Stayed there is 2016 and 2019 but wondering if there were any remodels that included removing the carpets since 2019.
-Are any of the standard rooms connecting? If so, can I put this request in ahead of time?
-I have dining reservations already set. What's the best way to make sure they stick when I cancel AKL to add SOG?

TIA!

 

[Leigh L]

About to change my Oct reservation from AKL to SOG. Giving up a 2 bedroom for 2 standard rooms at SOG but the savings are to significant to ignore for this particular trip. A few questions:
-Wondering if there is a cancelation list for the suites over at Shades?
-Are all the rooms carpeted? Stayed there is 2016 and 2019 but wondering if there were any remodels that included removing the carpets since 2019.
-Are any of the standard rooms connecting? If so, can I put this request in ahead of time?
-I have dining reservations already set. What's the best way to make sure they stick when I cancel AKL to add SOG?

TIA!

There are standard connecting rooms - we have usually had an easy time of this when we asked and have even gotten them when we needed just one room. I think they are pretty plentiful(?)

The suites are tough to get even a year out, IMO you'd be really lucky to snag a suite at this late time. Not saying it's not doable, but SOG does offer waiting lists if you ask for it. In my luck with standard rooms, I've found availability before they've contacted me though.

Rooms are hit and miss with carpeting and, to be honest, I haven't paid much attention to where in the resort. Lately, we've been getting carpets but we've been in the Magnolia wing primarily the last 2 years, but I want to say we had a room minus the carpets in the Palm wing? Maybe Magnolia at some point too?

You can put a connecting room request when you book your room online, there is a space to add requests. Or you can ask them over the phone as well.

Not sure if your ADRs will fall off the reservation? Maybe someone else knows for sure. I do know that if you edit your SOG reservation and sometimes for no reason at all, the SOG reservation just falls off MDE. *Most* of the time you can just add it back on, but sometimes need to call Disney's IT. I recommend checking frequently within the upcoming weeks of your trip. I had to add mine back last month after I added a day to my reservation.

Happy planning! We love Shades and are headed there next week.

 

[CaleCakes]

@ Leigh L, thank you for all the info! I was able to call and add the request for connecting rooms to the reservations. I asked about a suite cancelation list, the agent did say they didn't have one but to keep checking back about 30 days out. I think she said there were only 12 in total so they do book quickly. I also asked about the carpeting and she said all the rooms are carpet. I do skeeve carpet but it's not a deal breaker. I'll wear flip flops like I always do in hotel rooms.

I loaded my SOG reservation numbers onto MDE before calling to cancel AKL. I was a little surprised I was able to do it without an issue. I thought maybe MDE would reject the SOG reservation since there were already ones there but no issues. Also the dining reservations stayed no problem. I wrote down all the times and confirmation numbers ahead of time to be prepared to speak to dining but didn't need to. Overall it went smoothly.

Now I just need to load the park tickets and make those reservations, order some fun Halloween shirts and tell the kids to pack their suitcases! Can't wait!

Enjoy your trip next week. Feel free to report back any cool findings

 

[Neverbeast]

Here now, there is carpet in the rooms. Everything is gorgeous and the staff has been so nice. Let me know if you have any specific questions I can look around for answers!

 

[wannabee]

love to hear your thoughts on the restaurants if you eat there

 

[CaleCakes]

@Neverbeast, if you happen to be in the exchange can you see if they have this coffee?

Also speaking of coffee, the machines in the room, can I bring my own coffee and filters to use in them or can they only be used with those pods supplied? TIA!

 

[Neverbeast]

love to hear your thoughts on the restaurants if you eat there

We got pizza and fried rice tonight from the little grab and go area by the registration and thought they were solid. Not anything I’d go out of my way for but legit satisfying and we happily ate it all.

I think we’re doing either garden grill or manginos for lunch tomorrow- will report back.

@Neverbeast, if you happen to be in the exchange can you see if they have this coffee? View attachment 699751

Also speaking of coffee, the machines in the room, can I bring my own coffee and filters to use in them or can they only be used with those pods supplied? TIA!

They did not have that coffee tonight but the desk staff said they have had it sometimes. (Sorry that’s probably very unhelpful)

I think you have to use their pods, it looks like the round circle tea bag kind, not a k cup style.

 

[Neverbeast]

Breakfast at Garden Gallery- really nice! Great service. Tons of choices. Mickey waffles and breakfast meats etc all tastes the same as the parks- maybe they all use the same food supply? So if you like that you’ll like this. Fruit was really good, not just soggy melon, actual good berries. They have a neat make your own sandwich set up to make to go sandwiches that is really impressing my step-dad lol.

 

[DancingBearVA]

About to change my Oct reservation from AKL to SOG. Giving up a 2 bedroom for 2 standard rooms at SOG but the savings are to significant to ignore for this particular trip. A few questions:
-Wondering if there is a cancelation list for the suites over at Shades?
-Are all the rooms carpeted? Stayed there is 2016 and 2019 but wondering if there were any remodels that included removing the carpets since 2019.
-Are any of the standard rooms connecting? If so, can I put this request in ahead of time?
-I have dining reservations already set. What's the best way to make sure they stick when I cancel AKL to add SOG?

TIA!

Did you change because SoG was previously booked but opened up? Did that happen around the 30 day cancellation mark?

 

[CaleCakes]

Did you change because SoG was previously booked but opened up? Did that happen around the 30 day cancellation mark?

Long story short the original trip was supposed to be for longer with rest/resort days built in so for that I like a 2 bedroom (for the kitchen, laundry, extra bathrooms etc) and a suite- or any category for that matter- wasn't available at SoG. I checked online and called periodically but everything was always booked up. The trip changed shape a bit and we're only dropping in for a few park heavy days now so I checked SoG online and a standard room popped up but when I went to book it said unavailable so I called right away and the agent said she had 2 standards available so I grabbed them. This was just this past week so roughly 55 days out. Not a short story after all lol but the moral is to keep checking and calling because online isn't always accurate.

@Neverbeast, thank you for checking about the coffee cans. That was super kind of you to ask the staff as well. I did some research on the in room coffee maker and it is some kind of pod thingy. Looks like the coffee on site will be the go to for a few days. Great to hear about Garden Gallery being a solid choice. My dad always enjoys it there so he'll be happy to fill up.

 

[Neverbeast]

We had Evergreen's for lunch and thought it was okay for a pool bar. My Rueben was good and the shrimp tacos were ok. Our wings and Cuban sandwich were fine but meh. Kids grilled cheese looked crappy but they happily ate it? Swimming makes you hungry I guess!

 

[Ecboyd]

Don't know if I am allowed to start this thread since I am not "official Shades staff," but thought I would give it a try since the last thread is now closed. I just copied and pasted this info from the first page of the last thread so we could continue our discussions with our Shades family.

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Official SHADES OF GREEN Information (Thread #3-Started April 2012)



SHADES OF GREEN
1950 West Magnolia Palm Dr.
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830-2789
Reservations: 888-593-2242
Fax: 407-824-3665
Hotel Direct: 407-824-3400
www.shadesofgreen.org
Shades of Green video on YouTube -

Bus schedule: www.shadesofgreen.org/busschedule.htm

Photos of the hotel: Page 22, post 316
Map of the hotel: Page 22, post 320

Shades of Green (SoG) originally opened in 1994 as the only Armed Forces Recreation Center (AFRC) in the continental United States. In response to ever-increasing demand the resort undertook a massive expansion and renovation in 2002 increasing in both size and services offered. SoG more than doubled the number of guest rooms to 586, added 11 family suites; additional dining options, meeting facilities, a fitness center and multi-leveled parking garage. Reopening in March 2004, SoG has emerged as a premier resort destination in the heart of Walt Disney World.

Extra spacious hotel rooms (480 square feet) accommodate up to five persons and amenities include coffee maker, refrigerator, in-room safe (free - can operate with a personal 4 digit code), hairdryer, iron and iron board, in-room movies and internet access and video games. Each room has either a patio or a private balcony with two chairs and a table. The newer section of the resort is named The Palm; the older section The Magnolia.

There is a bottle of hand wash at each bathroom sink and a dispenser in the bath/shower with shampoo and body wash. There are no shampoo or body lotion bottles or bars of soap. You can purchase a bar of soap in the AAFES store for about a dollar.

The in-room safe has a removable shelf which if taken out can fit a laptop 11x14.

- Two championship golf courses and a 9-hole executive course (part of WDW Resort) right outside the door
- Two lighted tennis courts (open 24 hours a day)
- Two heated swimming pools 24 hours. Quiet hours 2200-0900-
-Hot tub 24 hours. Quiet hours 2200-0900- Childrens pool and play area
- Attraction ticket sales Open 7 days a week 0800-1900
- Restaurants, lounge and sports bar
- State-of-the-art banquet accommodations
- Room Service
- Wake-up calls
- Check cashing (up to $100 per day per room; $300 max per stay)
- FEDEX pick-up Monday-Friday
- Gift shops
- Video arcade
- Laundry facilities (open 24 hours) (Nov10)
- Fitness Center (open 24 hours a day) (Nov10)
- Automated teller machines (one in main lobby; one on lower level by Express Café)
- Transportation to all WDW Resort attractions: www.shadesofgreen.org/busschedule.htm
- Early entry into select WDW attractions

Parking Fees. Self parking $5 per day; Valet parking $10 for each day used (Nov10).

Check-in time is 1500 hours; Check-out time is 1100 hours. Late check outs can be requested on the morning of departure and is subject to availability. An additional fee will apply.

Early Departures. Early departures are subject to a one night charge.

Smoking Policy. The entire facility, to include pool areas, is smoke free. If the smoke free policy is violated in the guest rooms, a penalty will be incurred. Smoking is permitted on the guest room balconies and patios as long as the door is closed.(This is no longer valid. There are designated smoking areas, but no more smoking on patios or balconies

Electrical Items. Personal electrical items, such as cooking appliances and coffee pots, are not allowed in the rooms.

Pet Policy. Pets are not permitted on SoG property. If the pet policy is violated, a penalty will be incurred.

Weapons. No weapons of any kind are permitted at Shades of Green.

Current list of TV stations (Nov10). Information, Room Service, TWC, NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, PBS, Food, CW, Univision, Disney, Toon Disney, Cartoon Network, NICK, ABC Family, Toon, Animal Planet, Military, Nat Geo, Discovery, History, CNN HLN, CNN, CNBC, MSNBC, Fox News, Golf, Speed, CSTV, Big 10, NFL, NHL, TBS, TNT, USA, FX, Spike, AE, TLC, TVONE, AMC, Sci-Fi, Comedy, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN News

BUS SCHEDULE.

To see an updated and current bus schedule: www.shadesofgreen.org/busschedule.htm

Animal Kingdom/Blizzard Beachonce per hour
Leaves Shades of Green on the half hour. Starts a half hour before park opening. (Usually at 0830)
On Extra Magic Hour days, Leaves Shades of Green starting at 0730
Leaves Animal Kingdom at 10 minutes before the hour (Space #7 in charter bus area)
Leaves BB on the hour (Space #1 in bus area, from 1000)

Hollywood Studios-once per hour
Leaves Shades of Green on the half hour (Starts a half hour before park opening)
On Extra Magic Hour days, Leaves Shades of Green starting at 0730
Leaves DHS on the hour (Space C6)

Typhoon Lagoon/Downtown Disney-once per hour
Leaves Shades of Green on the half hour (starting at 0830)
Leaves TL at 10 till the hour (Space #9 from 0950)
Leaves DD on the hour (at the top of lot E by the red building)
Last bus leaves DTD at midnight

Ticket and Transportation Center-every 20 minutes
To reach both Magic Kingdom and Epcot via monorail
First bus leaves Shades of Green a half hour before park opening
On Extra Magic Hour days, Leaves Shades of Green starting at 0730
Bus leaves TTC starting at 0840 (space #3)

All strollers must be folded before boarding the bus.
Please allow guests with wheelchairs to board first.
Bus loading area is on the ground level outside of the Express Café.
Buses may run late during inclement weather/heavy traffic.

Above schedule was posted Nov 10. It is subject to change.

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT.

MPOG (Multi-Player Online Game) kiosks are available 24/7 and located across from AAFES. They can also be used to surf the internet, check e-mail and print boarding passes. At the Mini Marina, you have the chance to steer one of the militarys smallest fleets ever! The boats operate electronically and can be activated by purchasing tokens on the dock. One token gets you two minutes with the boat of your choice. Choose from the USS Army, USS Marine Corps, USS Navy, USS Coast Guard, USS Air Force or USS Lest We Forget! Four Wheel Monster truck fans can test their skills at the outdoor coin operated course next to Evergreens. Try your skills at one of the Video Arcades where dozens of grams and alluring prizes can be yours! Two brand new game rooms are located on the resort. There is one adjacent to Evergreens, where you can also shoot a game of pool while watching sporting events on one of the big televisions at the bar. The other arcade is located inside the hotel on the first floor of the Magnolia Wing and has an air hockey table, pool table and the latest video games.

Fitness Facilities. State of the art Fitness Center is open 24 hours every day for your exclusive use. Equipped with the best machines to give you a satisfying workout, it has been designed with the fitness conscious guest in mind. A valid room key is required for access. For safety concern, children under 16 are not permitted in the Fitness Center.

Tennis Courts. Two hard surface, lighted Tennis Courts are located on property and open 24 hours a day.

Pools. Swim laps or relax in the bubbling hot tub (children under 16 are not permitted) at the Magnolia Pool or splash with the kids in the childrens wading pool and Millpond Pool, located next to the playground. Both pools have areas for relaxing with sun chairs, tables and umbrellas. The Millpond Pool Pavilion provides towel services. No lifeguards are on duty, but swim aids are permitted. Pools are open 24 hours with quiet hours from 2200-0900

Remember the Fun. The Remember the Fun walkway is a unique tribute to our guests wonderful experience at Shades of Green. The brick walkway is located in the center of the property near the gazebo and boasts the names and messages of our guests. Bricks can be purchased at the East Meets West Gift Shop for $75. Personalized cards will be sent to the recipient of the brick, or you can choose to surprise them by having a brick in place before they arrive at Shades of Green! Bricks are 4x8 inches; limit two lines, 17 characters per line, including spaces and punctuation. 8x8 inch brick is $200 (Nov10).

DINING.

Manginos Bistro. Italian restaurant with nightly specials, an array of traditional Tuscan dishes and a sprawling wine list. Open daily for lunch 1130-1400 and dinner 1700-2300. Limited menu from 2200-2300 (Nov10).

Daily Lunch Special Soup, Sandwich and beverage; half $6.45, whole $7.95 (Nov10).

Manginos Bistro to go Menu - Baked chicken wings with ranch dressing $8.45; Chicken Caesar salad $8.50; Cheddar cheese burger served with lettuce, tomato and onion $8.50; 14 cheese pizza $13.95, additional toppings $1.75 each; Chicken Marsala $14.95; Childrens spaghetti with meat sauce and soft drink $4.95 (Nov10).

The Garden Gallery. Themed dinner buffets include a great selection of international cuisine and fresh fruit, soup and salad bar. Open daily from 1700-2130. $12.95 for adults; $4.50 for children 4-9 years old (Nov10). Open daily for breakfast from 0700-1100 with buffet $10.95 for adults; $5.95 for children 4-9 years old or ala Carte (Nov10).

Evergreens Sports Bar & Grill. Serves traditional American Cuisine with favorites like burgers, grilled sandwiches, soups and salads. Open 7 days a week from 1700-0000 Carry-out service and pizza delivery are also available.

8 cheese pizza $8, with pepperoni topping $8.50; Burger served with lettuce, tomato and onion $6.95; Side order of French fries $4.50; Hot chicken wings with ranch or blue cheese dressing $7.50; Soft drinks $1.95 (free refills); Domestic draft beer $4; Domestic pitcher beer $12 (Nov10).

On the Greens Grille. Serves quick and delicious grilled hot dogs, hamburgers, pizza, sandwiches, quick snacks and cold drinks. Located between the Magnolia Pool and the Magnolia golf course putting green, and available to all resort guests. Open daily from 0900-1630.

Express Café. Counter service restaurant features breakfast sandwiches, pastries, snacks, fresh coffee, tea and more. Lunch items are available to go. Located next to the bus area. Open daily 0600-2030

Choices include Egg croissant with cheese, bacon, ham or sausage $5; Pancakes $4; Cereal $2; Banana $1; Roast beef sandwich $7.50; Ham and cheese sandwich $7; Tuna sandwich $6; Peanut butter and jelly $3; Coffee $1.25/1.75; Milk $2; Soda $1.75; Juice $1.75; Water $1.50 (Nov10).

Java Coffee. Java Café serves fresh Starbucks coffee and assorted pastry items. Located next to AAFES and open daily 0600-noon (Nov10).

America, The Ice Cream Parlour. 1950s themed ice cream parlour. Enjoy your favorite songs playing on an authentic Wurlitzer juke box. Choose from a variety of flavors of handmade ice cream, prepared at SoG. Open daily from 1600-2200 (Nov10)

Room Service. Available during breakfast (0700-1045) and dinner (1800-2300) hours (Nov10).

SHOPPING.

AAFES. Sells nearly everything you will need during your vacation, from sodas, snacks, and film, to postcards, stamps, t-shirts, sunglasses and toiletries. Magazines, books and newspapers are also available in addition to beer, wine and tobacco products. AAFES is located on the lobby level across from Guest services and open daily 0700-2100 (Nov10).

Fun pak of Kelloggs cereal (8 boxes) (1.13 ounces each) $4.19; ½ gallon milk $3.50; 1 liter water $2.50; Suave deodorant (2.6 ounces) $1.99; Coppertone sunscreen lotion 50 SPF (8 ounces) $8.99; Colgate toothbrush $2.99; Pepto Bismol (8 ounces) $3.49; Zest bar of soap (3.2 ounces) $1 (Nov10).

East Meets West. Gift Shoppe offers one of kind souvenirs from SoG and other AFRCs around the globe. A unique selection of jewelry, art, pottery, clothing and gifts are featured. Located on the lobby level next to the Attraction Tickets Office. Open daily 0915-1700 (Nov10). This is no longer at the Shades of Green

SPECIAL SERVICES.

Extra Magic Hours allow Guests staying at Shades of Green additional time in Disney theme parks in both the early morning and evening. Valid theme park ticket and Resort I.D. are required. To enjoy the Extra Magic Hours benefit, guests without the Park Hopper option can only visit the park offering the Extra Magic Hour benefit that day or night. Resort Guests wishing to enjoy Extra Magic Hour Evening need to present their current Shades of Green resort I.D. no sooner than two hours prior to park close.

Guest Services. Available to assist you in planning your vacation during your stay at SoG. Open daily from 0800-1700. Information on dinner shows, theater and other events off property as well as brochures and maps. They can also arrange dining reservations, child care services and taxi pick-ups. You can also schedule your Round of Golf at any of Disneys golf courses and receive a discount on rates. Specials are available for Florida residents. Guest Services is located at the Front Desk

BAGS (Baggage Airline Guest Services) is a remote airline check-in service allowing airline passengers to check their luggage and receive their boarding passes from the hotel lobby. Visit the Bell stand for price, instructions, times and participating airlines.

Alamo rental car is located in the main lobby.

Photo Magic photographic services are available in the main lobby. Schedule your individual, family or group portrait session. Additional services include flash memory to CD transfer. Check with the lobby desk for details.

Shady Shuttle is an 8 seat golf cart that transports guests to and from the entrance. The shuttle runs from 0700 to 1500, except during inclement weather.

Magnolia Spa is located by the Mill Pond pool. Services include massages, facials and spa packages to include treatments for younger guests (4-12 years). Phone 407.827.3529 for details. Reservations recommended. Swedish massage (50 minutes) $75; Magnolia purity facial (50 minutes) $80; Spa manicure and pedicure combination (80 minutes) $85. Hours 8 am to 8 pm (Nov10).

Internet/Telephone Services. There are two computers on the lobby level for surfing the Internet and checking e-mail. The computers are credit/debit card operated and cost $6.95 for 15 minutes, $10.95 for 30 minutes and $17.95 for 60 minutes. These computers are no longer there. Guests can use the computers and games in the Ratheyon Technology Center free of charge. Guests can now enjoy WiFi service in all guest rooms for $6.95 for 24 hours. WI-FI is currently free at the Shades of Green The following are WiFi Hot Spots: all guest rooms, all lobby areas, Garden Gallery, Manginos, Express Café, Family Technology Center and both pool areas.

Telephone rates are local and 800 numbers .50/first 30 minutes; .75 additional 30 minute intervals; Additional information is indicated on rate card in rooms. (Nov10)

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN DISNEY RESORTS AND SHADES OF GREEN.

Shades of Green offers the following
Extra Magic Hours
Package delivery

Shades of Green does not offer the following
Disneys Magical Express
Disney Dining Plan
Key to the World Card
Bottomless drinking mug
Wake-up calls from Mickey Mouse or another Disney character

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS.

SoG is available to certain eligible members of the U.S. Armed Forces community, their families, and certain civilians in the Department of Defense (DoD) and elsewhere. For the exact requirements for authorized patronage at SoG, see http://shadesofgreen.org/eligibility.htm

BOOKING RULES.

See http://shadesofgreen.org/booking.htm

ROOM RATES.

Rates are subject to pay grade and party size verification upon check in. Upon check-in, a valid military ID or DoD ID and Leave and Earning Statement (LES) is required.

F.A.Q.
For a list of the most commonly asked questions about SoG, see http://shadesofgreen.org/faq-home.htm

Mousecellaneous Information

Above information copied from Green Scene Newsletter (Nov 10), SoG brochures and SoG website. All information should be confirmed with Shades of Green.

always good o add new information.

 

[Ecboyd]

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[sweetyk83]

Does anyone know what changed at the Garden Gallery?

Here now and nothing has changed as far as I can tell. They really need to open the buffet back up because dinner options are monotonous.