Complimentary 5-Day Disney's Armed Forces Salute Ticket

[DLBDS]

[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Has anyone seen this new promotion? Wow! The cost for this ticket through Disney is $322 (plus tax). (I copied this straight from the new AllEars Newsletter. Hope that was ok.)...
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[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Starting January 4, 2009, through December 23, 2009, active and retired U.S. Military, including members of the U.S. Coast Guard and activated members of the National Guard or Reservists, can obtain ONE complimentary 5-Day Disney's Armed Forces Salute Ticket (Base Ticket with the Park Hopper option and Water Park Fun & More Option. The No Expiration option is not available, and this ticket is not upgradeable.) Those eligible include:[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif] -- Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard
-- Retired military personnel
-- Federal/State National Guard and Reserves (with active papers dated 1/1/08-12/23/09)

NOTE: Department of Defense (CIA, FBI, Secret Service) and Coalition Forces are excluded.[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Military members may also purchase 5-Day Disney's Armed Forces Salute Companion Tickets for up to five family members and/or friends for $99 plus tax (Park Hopper Option and Water Park Fun & More Options may be purchased for an additional $25 + tax for each option. No Expiration option is NOT available). These tickets may also be upgraded to Premium, Annual and Seasonal Passes. Seasonal Pass upgrade requires proof of Florida Residency. No other upgrades, such as adding on additional days or the NE option, are available. Tickets may be upgraded anytime between January 4 -December 23, 2009 as long as there is usage left on the ticket within the 14 day window.[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Tickets will expire on 12/23/09 and have no block-out dates.[/FONT][FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif] [/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif] Locations:
-- at any Vacation Planner or Guest Relations Window
-- at Shades of Green (ticket is tax free) (purchase an exchange voucher)
-- on Base (ticket is tax free) (purchase an exchange voucher)[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Military Personnel must present valid United States Military identification (active or retired). Activated members of the National Guard or Reservists must present active duty orders in addition to valid Military ID. Sales locations should refer to the Military ID Reference Sheet for verification.[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]The entire party needs to be present for purchase (Spouse or military dependents can receive the companion discount without the military service member being present as long as they have their military ID).[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]This offer is only available once per service member.[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]In addition to this ticket offer, eligible members of the U.S. Military can save up to 40% on rooms at select Disney Moderate Resorts, for stays most nights January 4 to December 23, 2009 (not available at all 2/13-2/15, 4/4-4/18, 5/22-5/24, 7/3-7/4, 11/25-11/26/09). Ask about special rates through December 23, 2009 at other select Walt Disney World Resort Hotels. For details:[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]http://www.disneyworld.com/military[/FONT]

 

[cocowum]

Yep, it's posted at the top of the DIS on the left. They were one of the first sites to post the info.

 

[DLBDS]

Oh well. Thought I was posting new stuff. It doesn't really apply to me so that's why I didn't notice it here I guess. I couldn't help but see it in the newsletter.

 

[cocowum]

Oh well. Thought I was posting new stuff. It doesn't really apply to me so that's why I didn't notice it here I guess. I couldn't help but see it in the newsletter.

I was all over this deal this weekend. I booked 3 different resort stays at 40% off and we are using the free tickets to go to Mousefest in Dec.

Thank You Disney!!!!

 

[Tonya2426]

I've talked my parents into going on at least one Disney trip this year - and maybe two - thanks to the discounts. (Dad is retired Army.)

Thanks Disney!!

 

[DSNY4ever]

I thought that was pretty cool, what a nice way to honor those who have served (or are currently serving)! They deserve it!

 

[ADP]

I've talked my parents into going on at least one Disney trip this year - and maybe two - thanks to the discounts. (Dad is retired Army.)

Thanks Disney!!

Does that mean we will need two more Light Sabers?!

 

[Madi100]

This is good for retired servicemen as well? That would be my dad. Maybe I can talk him into taking the grandkids.

 

[Madi100]

Okay, quick question on this. I just talked to my DH, because one of his employees is thinking of going to Disney World and might not because of the money. However, he was in the military (not sure which area). He was in for 5 years, but he didn't retire military. It wasn't his career. My dad is the same way. He enlisted for four years and then was discharge. Are people like this eligible?

 

[LilGMom]

Okay, quick question on this. I just talked to my DH, because one of his employees is thinking of going to Disney World and might not because of the money. However, he was in the military (not sure which area). He was in for 5 years, but he didn't retire military. It wasn't his career. My dad is the same way. He enlisted for four years and then was discharge. Are people like this eligible?

I am not 100% and this seems to be of great debate but I do not believe they would be eligible. I believe if they are not currently serving or Reservists with some activated orders that they would have to be retired. My Dad did 25 yrs. in the Navy so he is eligible.

This was reported on the DIS before most of the ITT/MWR offices on bases knew about it. Unless you are going in the next week or so I'd let the dust settle and then have your Dad call SOG and they should have the particulars ironed out.

 

[Tonya2426]

Does that mean we will need two more Light Sabers?!

Hmmmm, I will have to think about whether I want to give my parents the power of Mickey light saber - they might not be able to handle the power and fun that comes with it.

 

[cocowum]

Okay, quick question on this. I just talked to my DH, because one of his employees is thinking of going to Disney World and might not because of the money. However, he was in the military (not sure which area). He was in for 5 years, but he didn't retire military. It wasn't his career. My dad is the same way. He enlisted for four years and then was discharge. Are people like this eligible?

No, sorry they aren't eligible. They have to be active or retired.

 

[Launchpad11B]

I thought that was pretty cool, what a nice way to honor those who have served (or are currently serving)! They deserve it!

Thanks!

 

[DLBDS]

My stepdad is retired National Guard. I think I'll do some investigating when I get back in Feb. for a possible trip later this year. Maybe during Food&Wine? That would be great! Only problem I see is, we don't have military IDs. I'm a bit fuzzy on this part. It says family members AND friends can get the companion ticket but then goes on to say further down that you need a military ID. I need to re-read everything closely and see if I can figure it all out.

 

[Madi100]

No, sorry they aren't eligible. They have to be active or retired.

Thanks for letting me know. Doubtful Dad would go anyway, but would be a great savings for DH's employee..

 

[calypso*a*go-go]

You'd have to show some kind of military ID, so that alone might help people determine whether or not they'd be eligible.

 

[LilGMom]

My stepdad is retired National Guard. I think I'll do some investigating when I get back in Feb. for a possible trip later this year. Maybe during Food&Wine? That would be great! Only problem I see is, we don't have military IDs. I'm a bit fuzzy on this part. It says family members AND friends can get the companion ticket but then goes on to say further down that you need a military ID. I need to re-read everything closely and see if I can figure it all out.

It says "(Spouse or military dependents can receive the companion discount without the military service member being present as long as they have their military ID)." So in order for someone other than the eligible military person to be able to purchase the companion tickets they would need to present their own military ID. People that are using the military companion tickets do not have to present ID in order to use them.

 

[Sojas3]

Here's another question. BIL is active duty, but not coming with us in May. SIL has spouse ID..am I correct in thinking that she'd be able to buy five tickets with her id at $99? I have AP, but I know she could really use a discount on her tickets.

 

[kelliediane]

I wonder how they would know who is active or reserve. The id cards stopped saying active/reserve/guard a few years back. I am pretty sure Disney doesn't have the redphone access to DEERS, but I was wondering if anyone new how they were going to enforce this. My husband was Active Duty for over ten years and has been a Naval Reservist for almost 5 years. If you are active duty, then you don't need to show them your orders when you buy tickets, but if you are an activated reservist, then you need your orders. How are they going to know which one you are? Especially since the offer says you can buy tickets at any Main entrance or Guest Relations. I can see them knowing at ITT or something, but not at Magic Kingdoms front entrance. And why do you think that they want to know the name of your base and your state? If anyone actually goes to the main gate and purchases tickets, then by all means, let us know what their procedure is. VERY interesting...

 

[mamato3princesses]

Here's another question. BIL is active duty, but not coming with us in May. SIL has spouse ID..am I correct in thinking that she'd be able to buy five tickets with her id at $99? I have AP, but I know she could really use a discount on her tickets.

Yes that is correct! For an additional $25 per option per ticket she can also add the park hopper and/or water park option. It's a great deal that my family is also hoping to take advantage of, including DH getting his free 5 day hopper!