2010 Armed Forces Salute

[danceintherain]

They've updated the Disney website with this year's information:

"Save up to 40% on rooms
Special deal for eligible members of the U.S. Military: Save up to 40% on rooms at select Disney Resorts!* For stays most nights January 3 to September 3, 2010, except not available 3/28-4/10/10 and 7/1-7/5/10.

Book through July 31, 2010."

 

[MPwifey]

We were really hoping to take our DD to her first WDW trip together, but DH has his block leave at the end of March beginning of April. I know that I want to take DD to WDW for Mickeys Not So Scary Halloween Party since we went last year at DL. Hopefully all of us will be able to go and we can squeeze in a good date before DH deploys.

 

[lovegrumpy]

We called and was told it end on the 31 of July. Going to call agin and see what that cm says. We would rather go at the end of Aug.

 

[Family Fun Mom]

They've updated the Disney website with this year's information:

"Save up to 40% on rooms
Special deal for eligible members of the U.S. Military: Save up to 40% on rooms at select Disney Resorts!* For stays most nights January 3 to September 3, 2010, except not available 3/28-4/10/10 and 7/1-7/5/10.

Book through July 31, 2010."

Beautiful! Just what I'm looking for. Thanks!

 

[mdrob214]

http://bookwdw.reservations.disney....romotionCode=fy09military&market=fy09military

Here is the official word on the Disney website




Walt Disney World® Special Offer
Walt Disney World Salutes the Men and Women Who Serve



Save up to 40% on rooms
Special deal for eligible members of the U.S. Military: Save up to 40% on rooms at select Disney Resorts!* For stays most nights January 3 to September 3, 2010, except not available 3/28-4/10/10 and 7/1-7/5/10.

Book through July 31, 2010.


*The number of rooms allocated for this offer is limited. Minimum length of stay requirements may apply for Friday or Saturday arrivals. Savings based on non-discounted price for the same room. No group rates or other discounts apply. Advance reservations required. Additional per-adult charges apply if more than two adults per room.


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Plus Walt Disney World® Resort
Salutes The U.S. Military with a 4-Day Ticket for Only $99
Active or Retired Member of the U.S. Military


With "Disney's Armed Forces Salute," from Jan. 3 to July 31, 2010, active and retired U.S. military personnel (including active and retired members of the United States Coast Guard and active members of the National Guard or Reservists) or their spouses can purchase Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Base Tickets for $99, plus tax, for themselves and up to 5 additional family members or friends. The Park Hopper and Water Park Fun & More options can be added for an additional $26, plus tax, per option. No more than six Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets (with or without options) may be purchased by any eligible member of the U.S. military (and/or spouse) pursuant to this.


Offer Details
During the period from January 3 to July 31, 2010 (the "Offer Period"), Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets may be purchased at participating U.S. military base ticket offices ONLY by Eligible Service Members (defined below) or their spouses (but not both), for themselves and other family members and friends, as provided herein. These Tickets may not be otherwise transferred, distributed or resold.

"Eligible Service Members" are active or retired members of the U.S. military, including active members of the National Guard or Reservists and active or retired members of the U.S. Coast Guard.

The actual prices charged at U.S. military base ticket offices for Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets may be less than the prices set forth above.

Eligible Service Members (or their spouses) will be required to present valid military identification to purchase Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets.

Eligible Service Members (or their spouses) who purchase Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets for themselves and their family members and friends will be required to activate those Tickets at Walt Disney World® theme park ticket windows, no later than September 26, 2010, in order for those Tickets to be used. Valid military identification will be required.

No more than six (6) Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets may be purchased and activated by any Eligible Service Member and/or spouse (regardless of the place of purchase and whether purchased by that person or that person's spouse), and all six (6) must be purchased at the same time. Accordingly, no Eligible Service Member (or spouse) may purchase Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets at any military base ticket office if that person (or that person's spouse) previously purchased Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets (whether at that same military base ticket office or at any other military base ticket office

Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets will not be valid unless and until activated (no later than September 26, 2010).

Each Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Ticket must be used by the same person on any and all days. Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets may be used ONLY by the Eligible Service Members, spouses, other family members or friends for whom they are purchased. In addition, a valid military ID may be required for admission.

Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets (including any options) expire and may not be used after September 30, 2010. In addition, these Tickets (including any options) may not be used on the following blockout dates: March 27, 2010 to April 9, 2010 at all Walt Disney World Theme Parks and other gated attractions; and July 3, 2010 to July 4, 2010 at Magic Kingdom Park.

This offer may not be combined with any other ticket offer.

"Disney's Armed Forces Salute" tickets can be obtained only at participating U.S. military base ticket offices (including at the Shades of Green Resort at the Walt Disney World® Resort), or at main entrance theme park ticket windows. Tickets are not valid until activated at the main entrance theme park ticket windows.




*Tickets are not valid until activated at the main entrance theme park ticket windows. Valid military identification will be required to be presented by the service or National Guard member or Reservist (or their spouse) for all ticket transactions (including to activate tickets at the main entrance theme park ticket windows). See your military base ticket office or click here for details. All parties must be present when purchasing or activating tickets at main entrance theme park ticket windows.


Visit your local ITT office for details and to book or get your tickets by July 31, 2010.

Disney Cruise Line offer for Military Personnel
Disney Cruise Line® is pleased to offer special rates for military personnel to experience a Disney cruise vacation. While onboard, you'll experience spectacular shows, fantastic programs, unique rotation dining, legendary Disney hospitality and an unforgettable adventure in paradise at Disney's own private island, Castaway Cay.
To find out the latest military rates call (800) 951-3532 or your Travel Agent. Ask for booking code MTO.
Why Stay at a Disney Resort Hotel?
As a guest at select Walt Disney World® Resort hotels you'll enjoy these benefits:

Complimentary Guest Transportation - Sit back and relax as we transport you throughout the Walt Disney World Resort.
Complimentary transportation to and from Orlando International Airport and your Disney Resort hotel for your family and your luggage on Disney's Magical Express service.
Extended Theme Park Hours - Each day, one of the Theme Parks opens early or stays open late so you have more time to enjoy select attractions with the Extra Magic Hours benefit. Valid Theme Park ticket and Resort I.D. required.


*More information about the Cirque du Soleil® ticket
Offer valid through 9/30/10.
Must present valid Military I.D. to purchase ticket.
Military member may purchase tickets for themselves and up to 4 guests at the discounted price.
Subject to availability.
Learn more about the show.





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[BridgetBordeaux]

Just like last year, the waters can be a little murky the first few hours or days of such a sweeping discount announcement.

Although the website says............'through Sept 3' I think that may be a typo. I believe it is supposed to reflect an end date of Sept 30th.

My CM on the phone today read out loud from her screen and it said through the 30th.

I successfully changed a Sept 3-6 reservation and a mid Sept reservation to the 40 percent off rate. I have already received my email confirmation of the lower price.

The July 31st date as a cut off for booking matches what the CM told me today.

I bring this up so that people that want to visit from Sept 3 to the 30th know that they can take advantage of the offer. I did!

 

[Duckyiam71]

With "Disney's Armed Forces Salute," from Jan. 3 to July 31, 2010, active and retired U.S. military personnel (including active and retired members of the United States Coast Guard and active members of the National Guard or Reservists) or their spouses can purchase Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Base Tickets for $99, plus tax, for themselves and up to 5 additional family members or friends. The Park Hopper and Water Park Fun & More options can be added for an additional $26, plus tax, per option. No more than six Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets (with or without options) may be purchased by any eligible member of the U.S. military (and/or spouse) pursuant to this.


Offer Details
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The actual prices charged at U.S. military base ticket offices for Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets may be less than the prices set forth above.


I thought this little line was interesting. I am going to buy my tickets on post seeing as I drive by the Travel Agent daily. Anything to save a few bucks! I just booked my trip yesterday and modified it today and save $1000!

 

[bouncycat]

I am soooo happy they announced this!! I want to book a trip for my best friend who's graduating from college in June....so we'll see!!! But, I am glad they have this offer again. I was getting worried!!

 

[Jutori]

doesn anyone know of adding the dining plan make it into a "package" with DME, resort mugs, etc? That's what they did last year, unclear if the same deal this time around...

 

[danceintherain]

doesn anyone know of adding the dining plan make it into a "package" with DME, resort mugs, etc? That's what they did last year, unclear if the same deal this time around...

Any time you stay in a Disney owned resort you qualify for Magical Express. You don't have to book a package to take advantage of it.

Resort mugs come through buying certain Dining Plans. The Quick Service and Deluxe Plans are the ones I know of that include the refillable mugs. The Regular Dining Plan does NOT.

If you do decide to add the Dining Plan, then your vacation will be considered a package and you will be bound by standard package rules, like completing payment 45 days before your trip.

 

[mdrob214]

Are you asking if you cna make this a package without buying tickets thru WDW? The answer is yes--just tell the CM when booking that you'd like to add dining-- but as stated above, all package rules apply.

FYI--You can always us ME while staying on property and anyone can buy a resort mug.

 

[Jutori]

so I guess I'd be better off adding dining at the last minute (10 days out) to avoid all the package rules...

 

[safetymom]

Not really. You would have to pay the amount in full at 10 days. Your room only deposit would be refunded.

 

[danceintherain]

If you don't think you'll have the money for your trip by 45 days before, or you think you may end up canceling your trip at the last minute, then sure waiting may be worth it.

 

[Angel Ariel]

For those interested, I called WDW ticketing tonight about whether or not this offer is valid at Disneyland (Disneyland's ticketing office was closed....?)

According to them the exact offer IS valid at Disneyland as well.

I think I'm still going to call Disneyland tomorrow and check with them...since the press release doesn't seem to mention Disneyland at all.

UPDATE: I called DL ticketing directly this morning, and they told me that this offer is NOT valid at Disneyland.

 

[daileyad]

For those interested, I called WDW ticketing tonight about whether or not this offer is valid at Disneyland (Disneyland's ticketing office was closed....?)

According to them the exact offer IS valid at Disneyland as well.

I think I'm still going to call Disneyland tomorrow and check with them...since the press release doesn't seem to mention Disneyland at all.

I would love to know what parts of the discounts are available at Disneyland. Considering a run down there if the deals are good enough.

If Disneyland is offering the military salute tickets do you suppose we could get a GAD ticket and upgrade it for the full value of a 1 day ticket and purchase the military tickets with that $$?

 

[LilGMom]

The actual prices charged at U.S. military base ticket offices for Disney's 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets may be less than the prices set forth above.

I thought this little line was interesting. I am going to buy my tickets on post seeing as I drive by the Travel Agent daily. Anything to save a few bucks! I just booked my trip yesterday and modified it today and save $1000!

I think that is because from what I've seen on the WDW site to add PH it is $26/ticket and if you add it while at a MWR/ITT office it is $25/ticket. So you are saving $1/ticket by adding the PH on base. If you buy two tickets you can then use your savings to buy a soda from a resort machine.

 

[arizonacolbys]

Does anyone know why this deal only goes thru 9/30? I'm holding out hope for an extension thru the end of the year...My husband is deployed & doesnt' return home until late Sept, so we were planning a trip down in early December this year. I think it's really wonderful they are offering a discount again this year - I hope lots of military families are able to use it!!

 

[Angel Ariel]

I would love to know what parts of the discounts are available at Disneyland. Considering a run down there if the deals are good enough.

If Disneyland is offering the military salute tickets do you suppose we could get a GAD ticket and upgrade it for the full value of a 1 day ticket and purchase the military tickets with that $$?

I called DL ticketing this morning and they told me this is NOT valid at Disneyland after all.

I apologize if I gave anyone false hope about that

I'll admit this is the first time I've been slightly annoyed with Disney reservation/ticketing CMs. I had one DL reservation person tell me yes, it was valid. She transferred me to DL ticketing, which put me on hold, and then I got an automatic recording that the office was closed.

I called WDW ticketing, and they tell me it's valid at DL. (and slightly, playfully, admonish me for not coming to WDW )

I understand that not all of the CMs are going to know the intricate details of every offer, and I don't expect them to...but a basic, is this valid here, when calling the reservations line--especailly the one at the park in question-- should get you a correct answer..

 

[Noobie]

Can anyone help me figure out the best way to add more days to these tickets? We leave on Thursday (the 7th) for a trip that is a total of 10 days. Because me me flying in mid day and DH flying in from Iraq also mid day, obviously we wont be going to the parks that day. He is running the half marathon and we have tickets for the post race victory lap party at DHS. I cannot recall if those tickets allow us entry to DHD earlier than when the party starts or not. We are also planning to do 2 days at US, and one day at Sea World. 4 days at the parks is probably not quite enough, but buying 2 tickets for each of us giving us 8 days is probably TOO many, given the US and Sea World days.
What would be the best solution to adding a few days on these?

If it were expected to be warmer weather, I would have planned a few water park days in there to spread it out but given that temps are going to be in the 40s if we are lucky, that's probably not going to happen.

Thoughts?

Thanks in advance

ETA: For what it's worth, both my DH and I have FLorida driver's licenses. We live in Maryland but our DL's are Florida, though mine has a maryland address on it and DH's still has the florida address on it. Since we are military we kind of have 2 states of residence. I 've not researched it enough to know if we would still qualify for Florida resident based discounts