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2013-02-01T07:27:00.002-08:00

AffordableDisney.Com Blog
February 1, 2013
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2013
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Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
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Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

Click here to save BIG on all your Disney and non-Disney vacations!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...
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15 Deas and Specials!

News from around the "World":

* This day in Disney history
* Beth, our travel agent, comments on Disney's Magical Express
* Canada’s Le Cellier Steakhouse at Epcot Goes to All-Day Menu
* A Visit to Northwest Mercantile in the Canada Pavilion at Epcot
* Unwind at Disney Resort Fitness Centers, Spas & Salons at WDW
* The American Idol Experience Introduces New Songs
* New Antelope Species, the Springbok, on Kilimanjaro Safaris
* Treasures of the Seven Seas To Debut At MK This Spring
* Sweet Disney Treats Made Daily at Most Popular Locations
* Rollicking Raglan Sunday Brunch at Downtown Disney
* Epcot Flower & Garden Festival Brings New Faces From HGTV
* New California Grill Menu at Disney’s WDW's Contemporary Resort
* Answers to Popular Questions About Shopping at Disney Parks
* Mickey Check for Kids’ Meals Debuts at Disneyland, Disney World
* Fantasy Faire Architecture to Extend Fantasyland at Disneyland
* Walt Disney World Resort Calendar
* A Visit to the Royal Hall at Fantasy Faire in Disneyland Park
* Taste the Big Easy During New Orleans Bayou Bash! at Disneyland
* Happy Lunar New Year Celebration to Disney California Adventure
* Disneyland Resort Calendar
* Disney Cruise Line Miami Cruise Highlights
* Disney Cruise Line Itinerary Options from Miami
* Disney Cruise Line Brings Guests from Texas to Disney World
* Disney Cruise Line Prepares for 2013 Summer in Alaska
* Take a Sneak Peek at Tokyo Disney Resort’s 30th Anniversary Fun
* All-American Rejects, Kool & The Gang Universal's Mardi Gras
* LEGO Friends Weekend Comes to LEGOLAND FL February 9 &10, 2013
* Legoland® Florida Announces 2013 Calendar Of Events
* This week at Disneyland Paris
* What's new at Disneyland Tokyo
* What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong
* This week in Las Vegas
* Branson Calendar of Events
* Beau Rivage Biloxi, Mississippi Entertainment Schedule
* Thought for today...

Members should log in for details.
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ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that guarantees the lowest Internet rates for hotel accommodations outside Walt Disney World. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some are three-star hotels and cost less than $60 per night! Click here to check out the prices.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
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NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

WALT DISNEY WORLD

This Day in Disney History

Answers to Popular Questions About Shopping at Disney Parks

A Sneak Peek at New California Grill Menu at Disney’s Contemporary Resort at Walt Disney World Resort

Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival Brings Perennial Favorites, New Faces From HGTV

Rollicking Raglan Sunday Brunch at Downtown Disney Pleasure Island

Sweet Treats Made Daily at Most Popular Consumables Locations in Walt Disney World Resort

A Pirate’s Adventure: Treasures of the Seven Seas To Debut At Magic Kingdom Park This Spring

Wildlife Wednesdays: New Antelope Species, the Springbok, on Kilimanjaro Safaris Savanna at Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort

Mickey Check for Kids’ Meals Debuts at Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort

The American Idol Experience at Walt Disney World Resort Introduces New Songs for a New Season

Relax, Rejuvenate & Unwind at Disney Resort Fitness Centers, Spas & Salons at Walt Disney World Resort

A Visit to Northwest Mercantile in the Canada Pavilion at Epcot

Canada’s Le Cellier Steakhouse at Epcot Goes to All-Day Menu

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OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD

Legoland® Florida Announces 2013 Calendar Of Events

LEGO Friends Weekend Comes to LEGOLAND Florida, February 9 &10, 2013

The All-American Rejects and Kool & The Gang Complete 2013 Mardi Gras Lineup

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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

Fantasy Faire Architecture to Extend Fantasyland at Disneyland Park

‘Limited Time Magic’ Brings Delicious Treats for Happy Lunar New Year Celebration to Disney California Adventure Park

Get a Taste of the Big Easy During New Orleans Bayou Bash! at Disneyland Park

A Visit to the Royal Hall at Fantasy Faire in Disneyland Park

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DISNEY CRUISE LINE

Disney Cruise Line Prepares for 2013 Summer in Alaska

Disney Cruise Line Brings Guests from Texas to Walt Disney World Resort

Disney Cruise Line Itinerary Options from Miami

Disney Cruise Line Miami Cruise Highlights from Key West, Nassau and Castaway Cay
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AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
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RESOURCES

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

Take a Sneak Peek at Tokyo Disney Resort’s 30th Anniversary Fun

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
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Beth, our travel agent, made the following observations regarding Disney's transportation program, Magical Express:

1. When will I receive my Magical Express documents?

Disney's Answer: Your travel agents will receive your Air Transportation Booklet two weeks before your flight.

Beth writes: "Fortunately, it doesn't matter if you have them or not. If you don't have your bags tagged it only takes a few extra minutes at the counter so they can collect the baggage information. Everything else is the same, and the service proceeds just as if all your bags were tagged."

2. How long is the trip from the airport to the WDW hotel?

Disney's Answer: One hour and 40 minutes.

Beth writes: "Once the bus actually departs the airport, should
reach the first hotel in about 30 minutes. Most Magical Express
buses stop at THREE hotels, though, so if your hotel is the last
on the list it will (obviously) take longer. None of the luggage
goes on the buses, though, so they are only stopping for about 5
minutes to let everyone off and then continue to the next resort. Even if you're the last stop you should be there within an hour. Buses depart the airport frequently, so if you've just missed one the next one will be leaving very soon."

3. When will my luggage arrive from the airport?

Disney's Answer: Allow six hours. Take a small bag with you for important items while you're waiting.

Beth writes: "For the most part, luggage should arrive in your room within 3-4 hours. Of course, if you arrive in the morning, the luggage won't be delivered until your room is ready (officially 3:00) no matter how long you've been there. Taking a carry-on for valuables, medications, and things you'll need until you get your luggage is VERY important!"

4. When do I leave my hotel to return to the airport?

About two hours and 45 minutes before your plane leaves."
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LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

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THOUGHT FOR TODAY...

Prayer to Saint Joseph for those suffering from cancer:

"Lord Jesus Christ, healer of souls and bodies, we praise You for this day of life. We ask you to look upon all of those... who have been diagnosed with cancer. We pray for those who are undergoing difficult cancer treatments and for those who have lost heart. O divine physician, bring them healing in body and soul. Console them with Your presence and give them even joy in their suffering. Amen." (EWTN prayer by Father Joseph Mary)

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World Vision. Through World Vision we are sponsoring Nagamma, a 4-year old girl from India. Please visit World Vision's website and see what a difference you can make in the lives of others. Jesus said, "whoever welcomes a little child like this in my name, welcomes me." For only $35 per month, you can change a child's life and grow closer to Christ. Will you accept the Lord's invitation? May He bless you for your generosity.

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
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See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2013 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

2013-01-15T07:23:00.000-08:00

AffordableDisney.Com Blog
January 15, 2013
Celebrating 16 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2013
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

Click here to save BIG on all your Disney and non-Disney vacations!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...
=========================

CURRENT DEALS, SPECIALS, DISCOUNTS AND PROMOTIONS!

Here's a sampling:

* $50 Travelocity® Hotel eGift Card plus a $50 Restaurant eGift Card! Buy by Wed., Jan. 16, 2013.

* 2 Fandango movie tickets and a $25 restaurant gift certificate for only $25! Buy by Fri., Jan. 18.

* Up to 30% off rooms at the Walt Disney World Resort! Book by March 31, 2013.

* Disneyland CA package: From $1,477 for a family of 4. Expires February 14, 2013.

* New Disney cruise from $399. Plus! Enjoy up to $100 to spend onboard! Book by Feb. 2, 2013.

* Disneyland Discounted Tickets: Save $30.00 per ticket. Buy through February 26, 2013.

* 15% off daily rental car rates: Valid Jan. 1 through Jan. 21, 2013.

* One day FREE admission for Military and dependents to these FL parks throughout 2013!

* Universal Orlando package from $769, incl tax, for a family of four! Book by March 28, 2013.

* Flights to Orlando from $72 (Roundtrip, incl. Tax). Now through April, 2013.

* SeaWorld SanDiego: 7-Day Ticket for the price of one. No expiration given.

* Walt Disney World Resort and Ticket Discounts for Military.

* Disneyland Resort and Ticket Discounts for Military.

* Disney Miami Cruises Special Rates in January, 2013.

* Kids Sail Free on these Disney Cruises. No expiration given.

* Disneyland Paris: great deal for kids. Book by Jan. 31.

* Disney's Aulani resort discount. Expires Jan. 15.

* Special offer for Florida Residents at this popular park outside Disney. Expires Jan. 31, 2013.

* Universal Studios Hollywood coupon for second day admission FREE. Expires Jan. 31.

* Norwegian transatlantic cruise deal. Departure April 30, 2013.

* Upscale Cruise Ship Discount for Police and Firefighters. No expiration given.

Members should log in for details.
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that guarantees the lowest Internet rates for hotel accommodations outside Walt Disney World. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some are three-star hotels and cost less than $60 per night! Click here to check out the prices.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

WALT DISNEY WORLD

This Day in Disney History

New Bakery Opens at France Pavilion at Epcot at Walt Disney World Resort

Delightful Dining Off the Beaten Path at Shutters Restaurant at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

‘Limited Time Magic’ Continues with a Winter Wonderland at Epcot’s Canada Pavilion at Walt Disney World Resort

Exploring Costa Rica with Adventures by Disney

Exploring Costa Rica with Adventures by Disney: Part 2

Exploring Costa Rica with Adventures by Disney: Part 3

Taking the Disney Guest Experience to the Next Level

Experience the Sights and Sound of Africa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, No Passport Needed

A Look Ahead: The Kinsey Collection Opens at Epcot in 2013

New Pins to Collect or Trade Coming to Disney Parks in 2013

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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

‘Limited Time Magic’ Continues at the Disneyland Resort with New Orleans Bayou Bash!

Fun Eats at the Golden Horseshoe for ‘Limited Time Magic’ at Disneyland Park

Discover the Secrets of ‘Mickey and the Magical Map’ This Summer at Disneyland Park

Get a Look at What’s Next for Disneyland Park When Blue Sky Cellar Reopens January 19

Happy Haven: Mandara Spa at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa

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DISNEY CRUISE LINE

Adventures in Miami with Disney Cruise Line
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AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
RESOURCES

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
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Free airport parking? Beth, our travel agent, writes:

"If you're a Florida resident that flies from time to time then you learn very quickly that Orlando often has fares significantly lower than other airports in the state. While driving several hours to the Orlando airport to save $50 may not make any sense, if you're going to save hundreds then it's worth a thought. I did it myself once, and checked into a Days Inn near the airport that allowed me to leave my car there while I was gone. They provided free transportation to the airport and back, too. It was a yucky hotel with nothing to do close by, but I saved a lot on the air.

Now, though, I and the rest of my fellow Floridians have another option! Disney confirms that you ARE permitted to leave your car parked at Disney for free and use their new complimentary airport shuttle service provided you spend at least one night before and one night after your trip at a Disney hotel, and it has to be the SAME hotel on both ends.

You just add one-way Magical Express information to each reservation, and let the front desk know that you'll be leaving your car in the lot until you get back.

(Note that only Disney resort guests with reservations can use the Magical Express, so you can't stay offsite and then just park at Disney and use their airport transfers.)"
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LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

=========================

THOUGHT FOR TODAY

God chastises us because He loves us. He purifies us - builds character - through pain and suffering, just as gold is purified by fire in the furnace. I don't know anyone who does not suffer. We are all being purified by our Father in heaven so that we may spend eternity with Him. See you there!

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World Vision. Through World Vision we are sponsoring Nagamma, a 4-year old girl from India. Please visit World Vision's website and see what a difference you can make in the lives of others. Jesus said, "whoever welcomes a little child like this in my name, welcomes me." For only $35 per month, you can change a child's life and grow closer to Christ. Will you accept the Lord's invitation? May He bless you for your generosity.

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2013 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

2013-01-03T09:31:00.001-08:00

AffordableDisney.Com Blog
January 3, 2013
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2013
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

May God bestow upon you and your families all His blessings in 2013!

--------------------------------

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

Click here to save BIG on all your Disney and non-Disney vacations!Be sure to check out our Christmas special before it expires!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...
=========================
CURRENT DEALS, SPECIALS, DISCOUNTS AND PROMOTIONS!

Here's a sampling:

* Up to 30% off rooms at the Walt Disney World Resort
* Disneyland CA package: From $1,477 for a family of 4
* New Disney cruise from $399. Plus! Enjoy up to $100 credit
* 15% off daily rental car rates
* One day FREE admission for Military and dependents to FL parks
* Universal Orlando package from $769 for a family of four
* Flights to Orlando from $72 (Roundtrip, incl. Tax)
* SeaWorld SanDiego: 7-Day Ticket for the price of one
* Walt Disney World Resort and Ticket Discounts for Military
* Disneyland Resort and Ticket Discounts for Military
* Disney Miami Cruises Special Rates
* Kids Sail Free on these Disney Cruises
* Disneyland Paris: great deal for kids
* Disney's Aulani resort discount
* Special offer for Floridians at popular park outside Disney
* Universal Studios Hollywood coupon for 2nd day admission FREE
* Norwegian transatlantic cruise deal
* Upscale Cruise Ship Discount for Police and Firefighters

MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS.
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that guarantees the lowest Internet rates for hotel accommodations outside Walt Disney World. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some are three-star hotels and cost less than $60 per night! Click here to check out the prices.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

WALT DISNEY WORLD

This Day in Disney History

Mickey & Duffy’s Spring Voyage To Debut at Tokyo DisneySea in 2013

New Spa Opens Today at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

'Limited Time Magic’ Surprises Beginning Soon at Disney Parks

At Walt Disney World's Fort Wilderness Resort, a Beautiful, Bucolic Treasure and..…Bulldogs?

Lights, Parades and Other Holiday Fun Continue at Walt Disney World Resort Through January 8, 2013

Get a Glimpse of New Rafiki’s Planet Watch Film – Showing Now at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

‘Star Wars’ Weekends 2013 Dates Announced

Disney Parks and Resorts recipes

2013 limited time magic experiences

Win a Disney vacation!

A Great 2012 Draws to a Close at Aulani, More Fun and Excitement Coming in 2013

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OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD

Popular Book and TV Series Character Franklin Embarks on New Adventures at SeaWorld Parks

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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

Memories and Reflections from 2012 Disneyland Candlelight Ceremony Narrators

Celebrating ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs’ at Carthay Circle in Disney California Adventure Park
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
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Beth, our travel agent, sends this Magical Express tip:

"When you put a Magical Express baggage tag on your luggage before you leave home, you will not see it again until it gets to your room. That can take four hours (or more, in some cases) after you arrive at the resort!

The reason is that the baggage tags are scanned when they arrive at the airport, then they are scanned when they get loaded into the Disney containers. The containers are held at the airport until they are full and then they get sent to the appropriate areas of the resort. (Several hotels can be loaded into one container.)

Not all airlines are quick about getting the bags from the belt to that container for loading. When the bags finally get the hotel they are scanned a third time, and then each name has to be looked up on a master room list to have the room put on them. Finally, the bags are delivered to the rooms and scanned one more time as they are dropped off.

In other words, they go to great lengths to be sure that your bags are carefully tracked - but it all takes time. It is strongly recommended that you take along a carry-on with anything you might need in the first few hours (change of clothes, bathing suites, etc.)

You have the option of NOT putting the Magical Express tags on your bags {or tagging all but one), and grabbing them off the conveyor belt yourself at the airport. Any bag that doesn't have a Magical Express tag will not be grabbed behind the scenes, so you can get to them easily. At that point, you'd check in for the bus and take the suitcase(s) on the bus with you.

This would be especially good if you're arriving late at night and don't want to be disturbed by baggage delivery. This tip was given to me by Magical Express personnel, so I know that they're OK with it."
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RESOURCES

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

THOUGHT FOR TODAY...

We welcomed the baby Jesus last week. Today we must commit ourselves to Him. Jesus was born in a manger to die on the cross. We must pick up our cross and follow Him - unto death and eternal glory.

World Vision. Through World Vision we are sponsoring Nagamma, a 4-year old girl from India. Please visit World Vision's website and see what a difference you can make in the lives of others. Jesus said, "whoever welcomes a little child like this in my name, welcomes me." For only $35 per month, you can change a child's life and grow closer to Christ. Will you accept the Lord's invitation? May He bless you for your generosity.

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
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Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2013 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

2012-12-17T07:19:00.000-08:00

AffordableDisney.Com Blog
December 17, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2013
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Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
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Hi Everyone!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our thousands of Affordable Disney members and subscribers who have made up our Disney family over the past 15 years. We thank God for allowing us to serve you through our business. We thank your for your trust and support. May God bless you throughout this wonderful season of Christmas and in the year to come.
John and Donna

And now take small children by the hand, gather all of your belongings, and enjoy the 612th issue of our AffordableDisney newsletter!
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Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

Click here to save BIG on all your Disney and non-Disney vacations! Be sure to check out our Christmas special before it expires!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...
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CURRENT DEALS, SPECIALS, DISCOUNTS AND PROMOTIONS!

Here's a sampling:

* Flights to Orlando from $72 R/T. Now through 04/13.
* Holiday Airfare Deals from $88 across USA R/T. Ends 12,2,13.
* Universal Studios Hollywood: a day FREE. Expires 12/31/12.
* Save at SeaWorld's Discovery Cove in 2013. Book by 12/25/12.
* SeaWorld/Busch Gardens Orlando 1 year admission thru 12/31/13.
* SeaWorld CA: 7-Day Ticket for the price of 1. Non-expiring.
* Package With Disney Dining Plan. Book by 12/31/12.
* Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Discount. Book by 12/31/12.
* Walt Disney World Resort and Ticket Discounts for Military.
* Disneyland Resort and Ticket Discounts for Military.
* Disney Miami Cruises Special Rates in 01/13.
* Kids Sail Free on these Disney Cruises. Non-expiring.
* Verandah Offer on Disney cruise: Expires 12/21/12.
* Adventures by Disney Costa Rica Special. 12/22 and 29, 2012.
* Disneyland Paris: great deal for kids. Book by 01/31.
* Disney's Aulani resort discount. Expires 01/15/13.
* Universal Studios Hollywood Discount. Expires 12/31/12.
* FREE tickets for Military to FL parks. Expires 12/31/13.
* Floridians save at park outside Disney. Expires 01/31/13.
* FREE Dining at Florida theme park. Expires 12/21/12.
* SeaWorld: Kids Eat Free at popular dining venue. Ends 12/25/12.
* Universal CA coupon for 2nd day admission FREE. Ends 01/31.
* Wyndham Grand Orlando Deal. Book by 12/31.
* Rental Car Special: FREE double upgrade now through 12/20.
* Norwegian transatlantic cruise deal. Departure 04/30/13.
* Upscale Cruise deal for Police and Firefighters. Non- expiring.

Members should log in for more info.
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ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that guarantees the lowest Internet rates for hotel accommodations outside Walt Disney World. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some are three-star hotels and cost less than $60 per night! Click here to check out the prices.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
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NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

WALT DISNEY WORLD

This Day in Disney History

Disney Cruise Line Sneak Peek: Port Adventures in Rome

Christian Music Legends Steven Curtis Chapman, Michael W. Smith Co-star at 31st Night of Joy

‘Monsier Paul’ Restaurant Debuts December 11 Upstairs at Epcot France Pavilion

Moms Panel Monday: Guests with Special Needs at Disney Parks? Hakuna Matata!

World’s Largest Splitsville Set to Open December 19 at Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort

Photo Tour: Visiting Epcot for the Holidays

Disney Cruise Line Announces 2014 Itineraries

Get Ready for Laughter and Lunacy with the Storybook Circus Giggle Gang in New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

Peek Inside The New Test Track Presented by Chevrolet with Imagineers & Chevrolet Design

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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad to Close January 7 for Refurbishment at Disneyland Park
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
RESOURCES

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
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Q: Does Disney do air? Does everyone have to fly from the same place?

A: Beth, our travel agent, writes: "Yes, Disney will do your air for you, but only if you are getting a package and only if you need domestic air. Sometimes they have better rates than you can get otherwise, but more often the rate is the same or even higher than what you can get otherwise. So it pays to see what Disney can do, and if they can beat or match what you find then great. If not, don't hesitate to do the air separately. And no, not everyone in the room has to fly from the same place, but Disney's online reservation system can't handle multiple origin points so you'll have to go through a travel agent or Disney directly to get the different cities."
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Grand Celebration Opens New Fantasyland, Largest Expansion Ever at Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom

The star of “Once Upon a Time” kicked off the “happily ever after” at the grand opening Thursday of New Fantasyland, the largest expansion in the history of the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort. Ginnifer Goodwin, who plays Snow White on the hit ABC-TV drama, joined pop star Jordin Sparks and Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs in ceremonies filled with favorite Disney characters, daytime fireworks and timeless melodies from classic Disney films.

"Walt Disney once promised that Disneyland, and by extension all of our parks, would never be complete as long as there is imagination left in the world," Staggs said. "New Fantasyland is a spectacular addition to the Magic Kingdom that delivers on Walt’s promise. We’re thrilled to take guests beyond the walls of Cinderella Castle to discover new worlds featuring iconic Disney characters and stories in ways that are more imaginative, more interactive and more immersive than ever before."

New Fantasyland features attractions, dining, shopping, character interactions, recreation and more - laid out fairy tale-style amid waterfalls, grottoes, arched bridges, forests and circus big tops. A multiyear expansion project that doubles the size of the existing Fantasyland, the sprawling new area lies just beyond the existing Fantasyland in the shadows of Cinderella Castle.

New Fantasyland consists of the Enchanted Forest and Storybook Circus areas. Walt Disney Imagineers brought to life beloved Disney stories and magical places, putting guests in the middle of Disney classics and new favorites – and making memories to last a lifetime. Here’s just a sampling of the new enchanted areas now open in New Fantasyland:

Under the Sea ~ Journey of the Little Mermaid. Guests riding in clamshells travel with Ariel and her friends through their exciting adventures above and below the waves - all against the musical backdrop of beloved songs from the film. Before the experience, the fun is whimsical and interactive in the queue area under Prince Eric’s Castle. After the attraction and below the seaside cliffs, guests can meet the princess herself in Ariel’s Grotto.

Enchanted Tales with Belle. In a faroff French village, an enchanted mirror becomes the gateway to a new kind of storytelling experience. Through props, costumes and other interaction, guests step right into the story of "Beauty and the Beast" - meeting Belle and Lumiere and sharing in a lively re-telling of the "tale as old as time."

Be Our Guest Restaurant features a lavish dining experience in the elegant ballroom, delicate Rose Gallery and mysterious "West Wing" of the Beast’s Castle. The magnificent space offers "great food fast" - lunch service by day and full-service table dining at night. Both experiences - fittingly for the story of Disney’s "Beauty and the Beast" - feature French-inspired cuisine.

Gaston’s Tavern welcomes guests to a comfy French lodge done in homage to - Gaston himself. The menu of this casual restaurant includes LeFou’s Brew, named for Gaston’s sidekick and a cooling concoction sure to satisfy any thirst.

Dumbo, the Flying Elephant - a Fantasyland icon - has doubled in size. Two Dumbos - one going clockwise and other counterclockwise - take guests circling above Storybook Circus in ride vehicles they maneuver themselves. The two Dumbos are connected to an indoor "big top" allowing guests to enjoy circus-themed activities while awaiting their ride time with the lovable pachyderm.

Aboard The Barnstormer Featuring the Great Goofini, it’s family-style coaster fun as guests dip and soar daredevil-style above the circus grounds. Ride vehicles follow the twisting, turning coaster “flight” of stuntman Goofy.

Beloved Disney characters as aspiring circus stars are on hand to meet their adoring fans in Pete’s Silly Sideshow. Minnie Mouse, Daisy Duck, Goofy and Donald Duck are decked out in their big top finest to await their big break – and pose for photos with Magic Kingdom guests in the process.

There’s even more in store as the expansion of New Fantasyland continues:

Princess Fairytale Hall (2013) will be the new home for Disney princesses to meet their loyal subjects in the Magic Kingdom. To open in the Castle Courtyard in the center of Fantasyland, the regal space will provide the perfect setting for meeting Cinderella, Aurora, Tiana and the other Disney princesses.

The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train (2014) will take Magic Kingdom guests on a rollicking, musical ride into the mine “where a million diamonds shine.” The family-style coaster will feature a first-of-its-kind ride system with a train of vehicles that swing back and forth.

Later Thursday, Test Track Presented by Chevrolet was scheduled to rev up its engines in a new re-imagined version of the Epcot attraction that focuses on guests designing their dream wheels, then putting their design to the test. And on Friday, a media preview was scheduled for Splitsville Luxury Lanes at Downtown Disney West Side. The bowling, dining and entertainment complex is slated to open for guests later in December." (Source: Press Release)
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LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

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Thought for today...

Donna and I attended a Sandi Patty Christmas concert recently. Jason Crabb, the country singer, was traveling with her. We loved the concert, but were particularly moved by Jason's appeal for us to get involved in World Vision which helps poor children and their families throughout the world. We joined that night. Jason even came to each of us personally to hand us the application papers. We received our info packet this week that introduced us to Nagamma, a 4-year old girl from India, whom we are sponsoring. She is absolutely beautiful and we feel blessed to be able to play a small part in helping her to live a fuller life.

Please visit World Vision's website and see what a difference you can make in the lives of others. Jesus said, "whoever welcomes a little child like this in my name, welcomes me." For only $35 per month, you can change a child's life and grow closer to Christ. Will you accept the Lord's invitation? May He bless you for your generosity.

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"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.

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My daughter, Julie, is a wonderful art teacher and artist. Click here to view her paintings.
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2013 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

2012-11-30T07:24:00.001-08:00

AffordableDisney.Com Blog
November 30, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...
=========================
CURRENT DEALS, SPECIALS, DISCOUNTS AND PROMOTIONS! (Members should log in for details of the following deals.)

* Package With Disney Dining Plan. Book by Dec. 31, 2012.
* Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Discount. Book by Dec. 31, 2012.
* Walt Disney World Resort and Ticket Discounts for Military.
* Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotel Package. Book by Dec. 9, 2012.
* Disneyland Resort and Ticket Discounts for Military.
* Disney Cruise Credit and Deposit Discount. Expires Dec. 16.
* Disney Miami Cruises Special Rates in January, 2013.
* Kids Sail Free on these Disney Cruises. No expiration given.
* Discounts on Disney's Holiday Cruises. Now through Dec. 13.
* Discounts on Disney's Galveston TX Cruises. Now through Dec. 8.
* Verandah Offer on Disney cruise: Expires Dec. 21, 2012.
* Disney Vacation Club deal on Disney cruise. Expires early Dec.
* Adventures by Disney Costa Rica Special. Dec. 22 and 29, 2012.
* FREE admission for kids at Disneyland Paris. Book by Jan. 31.
* Disney's Aulani resort discount. Expires Jan. 15.
* Universal Studios Hollywood Discount. Expires Dec. 31, 2012.
* FREE tickets for Military to FL theme parks. Expires Dec. 31.
* SeaWorld/Busch Gardens Deal for FL & GA res. Ends Dec. 31.
* Deal for FL Residents at park outside Disney. Ends Jan. 31.
* FREE Dining at Florida theme park. Expires Dec. 21, 2012.
* Kids Eat Free at popular SeaWorld dining venue. Ends Dec. 25.
* Universal Studios Hollywood coupon buy 1/ get 1 FREE. Jan. 31.
* Wyndham Grand Orlando, Bonnet Creek Deal. Book by Dec. 31.
* Rental Car Special: FREE double upgrade now through Dec. 20.
* Norwegian transatlantic cruise deal. Departure April 30, 2013.
* Upscale Cruise Ship Discount for Police and Firefighters.
* Money saving tip: FREE unlimited gift cards from Restaurant.com
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ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that guarantees the lowest Internet rates for hotel accommodations outside Walt Disney World. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some are three-star hotels and cost less than $60 per night! Click here to check out the prices.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

WALT DISNEY WORLD

This Day in Disney History

Photo Tour: Exploring Walt Disney World Resorts During the Holiday Season

10 Reasons You’ll Love New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

Taste of Hollywood to Go with Fantasmic! Seats Dec. 22-Jan. 5 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Find New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park With Our New Interactive Website This link will take you to the Interactive Website.

Agent P Expands His Mission Through World Showcase at Epcot

Commemorative Grand Reveal Merchandise for New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park on December 6

All in the Details: My What a Guy, Gaston! Exploring Gaston’s Tavern in New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

Menus Now Online for Be Our Guest Restaurant in New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

Season’s Aloha! Holiday Fun for All Ages Coming to Aulani

Interactive Atmosphere Entertainment Adds to the Experience of New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

2013 Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival Will Whisk Children to the Land of Oz

How to Make Disney Cruise Line Pumpkin Cheesecake

Senses - A Disney Spa at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Opening December 17

Mickey Check Debuts on Quick-Service Menus at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort
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DISNEY CRUISE LINE

Disney Cruise Line Sneak Peek: Port Adventures in Turkey
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AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
RESOURCES

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
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Beth, our travel agent, writes about rental cars at Disney World:

"I love using the Dolphin location because no matter where you are, there's probably a bus to Disney Studios approaching your location and you don't have to remember to request it in advance. You can jump on that bus, then (instead of taking a left through the gates of the Studios) take a short stroll around the lake to the Dolphin.

Car rentals are usually cheapest done in 24 hours increments, so if you pick the car up in the morning to go to SeaWorld or Universal, plan on dropping it off at the Dolphin 24 or 48 hours later. You won't have to rush to get it back at night, AND you can walk back over and start with Disney Studios that morning.

It's also not a big deal to return the car to the airport, giving you an extra hour or so to play compared to using Magical Express. While it costs more to rent a car at the airport because of various taxes and fees, you can usually return the car to the airport for the same price it would have been to return it to the Dolphin or the Car Care Center."
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LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

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THOUGHT FOR TODAY

Father John Riccardo discussed the value of suffering on EWTN's "The Choices We Face." This is what I took away from the conversation:

Why do we suffer? A friend of mine just spent a week in the hospital suffering with massive blood clots in his leg. One of them even broke off and passed through his heart. Thank God it was not big enough to block the artery leading to the heart. It's times like these that we wonder why there is so much suffering in the world - not just physical suffering, but emotional, mental and spiritual suffering as well. You may be upset over the way your children are behaving; or anxious about the health of a loved one; or nervous about losing your job; the list goes on and on. All of these situations cause us much stress and anguish.

As Christians we know that sickness and death are the wages of sin. Adam and Eve rebelled against God and we all continue to suffer as a result. Nothing could reconcile us to the Father except the death of His Son on the cross. Jesus came for only one reason: to die on the cross for our sins. His preaching showed us how to live; His miracles showed us His true divinity. But it was His death that saved us. He looked passive on the cross, but it was His moment of glory. He knew that His dying would bring us eternal life.

God wants us to share in Jesus' glory, in His suffering as well. As St. Paul said in Colossians 1:24: "For now I rejoice in my passion on your behalf, and I complete in my flesh the things that are lacking in the Passion of Christ, for the sake of his body, which is the Church." In other words, we can unite our suffering to our Lord's suffering and that suffering can bear fruit for others.

Just as Jesus' suffering and death led to His resurrection and our eternal salvation, our Lord can use our suffering to bring about much good. For example, we can offer our suffering up for the healing of a loved one, for peace in the world, for the return of an unfaithful spouse. The list is endless. Yet if we believe that St Paul was inspired by God to preach that our suffering continues to bear fruit for the sake of all of us, the Church, then we can trust that our suffering will benefit our brothers and sisters in ways that may not be understood until all is revealed in heaven.

So how do we deal with our suffering? We can moan and complain about our misfortune or we can unite our suffering to the suffering of our Lord on the cross and offer it up for the good of our family, friends, neighbors, the world. We must not fail to make the most of our suffering. Not that we must enjoy suffering - suffering hurts and no one likes it - but to offer it to God and let Him use it as He sees fit. Just read the news headlines and you'll find plenty of people who need your help. Ask others to give you the names of people for whom you can offer up your suffering. In no time at all you will have a long list of people who can benefit from your suffering. Let's face it, we are all going to suffer. We can waste it by complaining about it or we can let God use it for the benefit of our brothers and sisters.

And suppose that you are one of the lucky ones who is not suffering at the present moment. You can still make some kind of sacrifice for the good of others. You can visit a sick neighbor, or help a stranger in need, or even talk to a relative you hate to talk to! Now that's a sacrifice! And don't forget fasting; give up a candy bar, refuse to watch TV for an evening, skip breakfast. God will love you for it. How will use your suffering?

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"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
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MONEY SAVING TIP

Restaurant.com is allowing the public to give away unlimited FREE $10 gift cards to friends and family. Click here to send your FREE gift cards today.
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
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=========================
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2012-11-15T08:48:00.002-08:00

AffordableDisney.Com Blog
November 15, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
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Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

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Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.
=========================
THOUGHT FOR TODAY...

Jesus calls upon all of us to spread the Gospel. There are three ways to evangelize:

1. Pray: St Jerome, who translated the Bible into Latin, said that prayer was more efficacious in spreading the word of God than most of the preaching that is done publicly!

2. Live a holy life: others will see you and emulate you. You ARE the light of the world and the salt of the earth.

3. Defend your faith: Jesus said that if we deny Him, He will deny us before the Father.

God bless you all and Happy Thanksgiving!

Now on with the show...
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Time Sensitive Deals

* Package With Disney Dining Plan: Book by Dec. 31, 2012.
* Disney World Resort Hotel Discount: Book by Dec. 31, 2012.
* D-Tech Me Princess Figurine Sale: Ends Nov. 24, 2012.
* Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotel Package: Book by Dec. 9, 2012.
* FREE Dining at Busch Gardens: Offer expires Dec. 21, 2012.
* SeaWorld: Kids Eat Free at Dine with Shamu: Expires 12/25/12.
* Disney Vacation Club deal on Disney cruise: Expires early Dec.
* Adventures by Disney Costa Rica: Dec. 22 and 29, 2012.
* Universal Studios Hollywood Discount: Expires Dec. 31, 2012.
* Verandah Offer on Disney cruise: Expires Dec. 21, 2012.
* SeaWorld/BG "Fun Card" Deal FL and GA residents: Ends Dec. 31.
* Wyndham Grand Orlando, Bonnet Creek Deal: Book by Dec. 31.

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DISNEYLAND PARIS

* Disneyland Paris January Deal: 40% OFF Hotel & Park tickets! Plus! Kids under 12 FREE! Book by Nov., 27, 2012.

* Disneyland Paris Spring Summer 2013 Early Booking Offer: 2 nights and 2 days FREE! Plus! Kids under 7 stay and play FREE. Book by Jan. 31, 2013.

* Disneyland Paris Autumn 2013 Early Booking Offer: 2 nights and 2 days FREE! Plus! Kids under 7 stay and play FREE. Book by April 30, 2013.

* Disneyland Paris Winter 2014 Early Booking Offer: Save up to 30% off summer prices! Book by April 30, 2013.

Members should log in for moredetails.

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ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that guarantees the lowest Internet rates for hotel accommodations outside Walt Disney World. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some are three-star hotels and cost less than $60 per night! Click here to check out the prices.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
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NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

WALT DISNEY WORLD

This Day in Disney History

Splitsville Almost Ready to ‘Roll In and Rock Out’ at Walt Disney World Resort

All in the Details: Exploring the Queue at Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid in New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

It’s Time to ‘Celebrate the Magic’ at Magic Kingdom Park

First Look: Renderings of the New Test Track Chevrolet Design Center Pre-Show Released

Unwrapping the Entertainment for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom Park

First Look: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow Opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Discover Morocco at Epcot – No Passport Needed

All in the Details: New Fantasyland Opens One Month From Today - photo gallery of what's coming

There’s Always Something New at The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Mermaids Make a Splashing Debut at Pirates of the Caribbean at Walt Disney World Resort

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ADVENTURES BY DISNEY

Adventures by Disney Experiences on a Disney Cruise to Alaska

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OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD

Create Unforgettable Memories at Universal Orlando's Holidays Celebration

"TRANSFORMERS: The Ride - 3D" Coming to Universal Orlando in Summer 2013

FEEL THE FORCE AT LEGOLAND® FLORIDA - Central Florida’s Newest Theme Park Opens All-New LEGO® Star WarsTM Miniland Model Display

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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

Santa’s on His Way to the Jingle Jangle Jamboree at Disneyland Park

Earl of Sandwich Now Open in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort

French Market Restaurant in Disneyland Park Gets Extreme Menu Makeover

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DISNEY CRUISE LINE

A VIP Disney Cruise to Alaska with Adventures by Disney

Disney Cruise Line Will Sail to Jamaica for the First Time in 2013
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AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
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Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
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Beth, our travel agent, shares this tip that will save you BIG on airfare:

"This bears repeating from time to time because it's a big money- saver... When you purchase non-refundable plane tickets, don't stop watching the fares. If the fare drops for your exact flights on those exact days, contact the airline or the place where you bought the ticket and ask for a voucher for the difference toward future travel. There are a few other factors involved so it doesn't always work, but it often does.

I bought a plane ticket and over $80 of it was paid for with vouchers from previous flight cost reductions! Remember that the fare reduction must be available on the exact flights that you already ticketed, though. That's the key. Sign up for Travelocity's fare watch service (or any other) so that you're notified when fares drop on your route."
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LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
MONEY SAVING TIP

Travelzoo is offering a deal to see Disney's "Phineas and Ferb" Live in Hershey at 50% off! Click here for details.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

2012-11-08T08:01:00.000-08:00

AffordableDisney.Com Blog
November 8, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...
=========================
Just a short comment about the election results Tuesday:

I feel like I'm in mourning for our country.

Father had this to say Tuesday morning at Mass:

The gospel was the one where Jesus says we must pick up our cross and follow Him. Father said that the disappointment we were feeling about the election is a cross to bear and that we must accept it and trust that God will take care of us. We are never alone on the cross. Jesus is right there with us.

He read a blog from a Christian writer who asked:

"How many kings have we seen come and go over the centuries? How many mansions have we seen reduced to nothing? Let others lose sleep over the election. We Christians have only to pray and trust in the Lord."

So, this is what I have learned from this election...

That half of our country rejects God's teachings and they hold the most electoral votes. The Republican party as we know it is probably finished. They will have to transform themselves into something more agreeable to the left. That will NOT work. Eventually - probably not in our lifetime - the country will rise up and once again embrace Christian values and the ideas of our Founding Fathers. In the meantime, we must continue to pray for President Obama and our country and trust that God will take care of those who love Him.

As the psalm says:

"Why groan within me, my soul? I will still trust in the Lord."

And Job encourages us to rejoice in suffering:

"The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away; blessed be the name of the LORD."

May the peace of Lord be always with you.

John +
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
RESOURCES

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

2012-11-01T08:18:00.000-07:00

AffordableDisney.Com Blog
November 1, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Congratulations to Beth, our travel agent, who was put on the cover of this month's "pink" issue of Travel Agent Magazine!

Thank you, Beth, for the wonderful plug you gave Affordable Disney as well!

Now on with the show...
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...
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MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

Walt Disney World D-Tech Me Princess Sale

Learn how to get a 7" D-Tech Me Princess figurine for just $84.95!

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Disney Vacation Club Discount on Disney Cruise

7-night cruise for $945!

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Disney on Ice

Save 50% at 'Disney On Ice' in Hershey this weekend!

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Disney Cruises

* 7-night cruise for $945!
* Disney Vacation Club discount

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Walt Disney World Packages

A family of 4 can stay, play and dine at the Walt Disney World Resort and save $633!

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Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Discounts

* General public saves up to 35%!
* Room discount for the Military

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Disneyland CA

Ticket Discount for U.S. Military

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Busch Gardens

Enjoy admission and FREE food and drinks all day! Offer expires December 21, 2012.
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ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that guarantees the lowest Internet rates for hotel accommodations outside Walt Disney World. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some are three-star hotels and cost less than $60 per night! Click here to check out the prices.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

WALT DISNEY WORLD

This Day in Disney History

Phineas and Ferb & YOU: Free Fun at Downtown Disney West Side at Walt Disney World Resort Now Through December 1

Test Track’s New Look Will Be Unveiled at Epcot This Week

All in the Details: Suits of Armor at Be Our Guest Restaurant at Magic Kingdom Park

Frozen Draft Beer Comes to U.S. at the Japan Pavilion at Epcot

All in the Details: The Romance of the Rose Gallery in Be Our Guest Restaurant in New Fantasyland

Photo Gallery: Take a Tour of Be Our Guest Restaurant in New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

Game On: Here Are DisneyQuest’s Top 10 Gaming Experiences at Downtown Disney

Walt Disney Imagineers Talk The Country Bear Jamboree Reimagining at Magic Kingdom Park

Giant Ice Castle in Times Square Kicks Off ‘Limited Time Magic’ at Disney Parks

A Disney Signature Dream Halloween Offering That’s ‘To Die For’

All in the Details: Exploring the Eerie West Wing of Beast’s Castle in New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

Disney Weddings Unveils 2013 Collection at Bridal Fashion Week

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OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD

LEGO® Star WarsTM Miniland Models Arrive at LEGOLAND® Florida

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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

Earl of Sandwich Grand Opening Set for November 2 in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort

2012 Disneyland Candlelight Ceremony Narrators Announced

Ice Skating Rink Officially Opens in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort

Disneyland Resort Guided Tours: Holiday Time at Disneyland Park Tour

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DISNEY CRUISE LINE

New Champagne Brunch at Disney Cruise Line’s Remy
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AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
RESOURCES

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
Beth, our travel agent, writes about the perks included in 2013 Walt Disney World vacation packages:

"The 2013 packages come with a few extra perks. Guests will now get TWO miniature golf passes per room, thus doubling the previous perk. Also, they will now get two admissions to Disney Quest. This is a totally new perk. If you have more than two people in the room, though, you do either have to buy additional golf/DQ admissions or use Water Park Fun and More admissions for those people."
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

2012-10-15T06:37:00.000-07:00

AffordableDisney.Com Blog
October 15, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...
=========================
MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

WALT DISNEY WORLD

A family of 4 can stay at a Walt Disney World Resort, visit the theme parks, enjoy Disney Dining and save $633!

--------------------------------

Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Discounts

Save up to 35%!

--------------------------------

Walt Disney World Resort Room Discount for Military

--------------------------------

Disneyland Ticket Discount for U.S. Military

--------------------------------

Kids sail FREE on this Disney Cruise!
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that guarantees the lowest Internet rates for hotel accommodations outside Walt Disney World. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some are three-star hotels and cost less than $60 per night! Click here to check out the prices.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

WALT DISNEY WORLD

This Day in Disney History

First Look: Head Inside Gaston’s Tavern in New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

Say Hello to New Fantasyland Merchandise at Bonjour! Village Gifts in Magic Kingdom Park

Gaston at New Fantasyland: ‘There’s No Man in Town Half As Manly’

New ‘Alice In Wonderland’-Themed Kids’ Water Play Area Opens at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

All in the Details: The Faces That Guard Beast’s Castle in New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

Test Track to Reopen at Epcot December 6

Be Our Guest Restaurant Kids’ Menu Treats Little Ones to Grown-Up Tastes at Magic Kingdom Park

Starlit Hui is Back! And New Programs Delight Aulani Guests as Work Continues on Resort Expansion

First Look: Peek Inside Pete’s Silly Sideshow at Magic Kingdom Park

All in the Details: Storybook Circus Nears Completion in New Fantasyland

A New ‘Characters In Flight’ Balloon Will Soon Debut at Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort

First Look Inside Big Top Souvenirs in New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

Top Tips for Mickey’s Halloween Party from the Disneyland Moms Panelists

Our Top Five Most Popular Looks Inside New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

Disney Parks After Dark: Thirty Years and Growing at Epcot

All in the Details: First Track Laid at Seven Dwarfs Mine Train at Magic Kingdom Park

Guests Can Soon Interact with Big Thunder Mountain Railroad in New Immersive Queue

Glimpse the New Test Track ‘SimCar’ Starting Today at Epcot

--------------------------------

OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD

SeaWorld, Busch Gardens and Sesame Place Intro New Allergen-Friendly Dining Initiatives

Behind the Screams of AMC's The Walking Dead at Halloween Horror Nights

--------------------------------

DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

Disneyland Resort Guests Will Soon be Ice Skating at the Downtown Disney District

Holidays at the Disneyland Resort Coming November 12 Through January 6

The Beast’s Library Updated with New Characters and Questions at Disney California Adventure Park

Thanksgiving Galore at the Disneyland Resort

--------------------------------

DISNEY CRUISE LINE

Disney Fantasy Prepares for Inaugural Call to San Juan, Puerto Rico

Disney Cruise Line Sneak Peek: Port Adventures in Venice

=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

Tokyo Disney Resort to Mark 30 Years with ‘The Happiness Year’ Celebration

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
Beth, our travel agent, explains some confusing terms for travelers:

"A pair of terms that confuse some travelers are 'direct' and 'nonstop' (with reference to air flights). Direct flights go from point A to point B without requiring a change of planes; however, they land one or more times before reaching point B. You can usually stay on the plane if you want to (and during short layovers they request that you do), but other times they may ask you to get off. Direct flights can be surprisingly lengthy given that sometimes the intermediate stop is rather out of the way. Nonstop flights, in contrast, go directly from point A to point B with no intermediate stops. These flights are the fastest way to get to your destination, but they also fill up the fastest and, as such, go up in price faster than direct and connecting flights."
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

2012-09-24T08:18:00.000-07:00

AffordableDisney.Com Blog
September 24, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...
=========================
MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Discounts

* 25% off stays at Disney resorts!

* How to get FREE dining!

--------------------------------

Halloween Disney Cruise

* Save 25% with this booking code!

* Book a a verandah stateroom for the price of an oceanview stateroom!

--------------------------------

Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights Offers

* Special Florida Resident Offers!
* Special Offers for General Public!

--------------------------------

SeaWorld Orlando

* Kids Eat Free at this popular SeaWorld venue!

--------------------------------

Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotel Package

* Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotel including tickets for $93 per person per day!

* How the Military can save BIG on select rooms!

--------------------------------

Disneyland Paris Deals

* Save up to 40% on Hotel & Tickets! Plus! Kids stay and play FREE!

--------------------------------

SeaWorld San Diego

* Kids get in FREE with this promotion!
* Seven days for the price of one!
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that guarantees the lowest Internet rates for hotel accommodations outside Walt Disney World. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some are three-star hotels and cost less than $60 per night! Click here to check out the prices.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

WALT DISNEY WORLD

This Day in Disney History

‘Wreck-It Ralph’ Characters Are Coming to Disney Parks This November

Ahoy! Changes Are Afoot at Pirates of the Caribbean at Magic Kingdom Park

Heading to the 30th Anniversary of Epcot on October 1? Here’s the Schedule of Events

All in the Details: The Theming of Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid at Magic Kingdom Park

Guests Can Now Meet Tinker Bell’s Sister, Periwinkle, at Disneyland and Magic Kingdom Parks

Exploring New Fantasyland: The Worlds of Ariel, Belle, Beast & More Come to Life December 6

Vintage Epcot: Introducing Dreamfinder

Storytelling Through Dining at Be Our Guest Restaurant in New Fantasyland

Part of Your World: ‘The Little Mermaid’ Wing of Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Opens September 15

--------------------------------

DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

Enter to win a vacation at Disneyland CA
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
Beth, our travel agent, writes:

"When choosing your flights - for business or leisure - it's often useful to know how a flight and/or airline has performed in the past. For instance, some days seem to have more delays than others, particularly from busy airports. Some routes historically have more delays than others. You want to avoid flying on the last flight of the day if it shows a very high cancellation rate (for obvious reasons). Click here to check out the flights you're considering BEFORE you buy."
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

AffordableDisney.Com Blog

2012-09-14T07:12:00.003-07:00

September 14, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...
=========================
MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotel Package: Stay 4 days/3 nights at Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotel including tickets for $93 per person per day, based on family of four. Packages start at $1477. Contact Beth to book.

--------------------------------

SEAWORLD ORLANDO

Kids eat FREE at this popular SeaWorld dining experience!
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that guarantees the lowest Internet rates for hotel accommodations outside Walt Disney World. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some are three-star hotels and cost less than $60 per night! Click here to check out the prices.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

WALT DISNEY WORLD

This Day in Disney History

The Most Magical Trick or Treat Celebration in the World at Walt Disney World Resort - Here are the maps of trick or treat locations!

All in the Details: The First Photos from Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid at Magic Kingdom Park

Epcot Photo Flashback: Kitchen Kabaret Cooks! - We miss veggie-veggie, fruit-fruit!

AMC Downtown Disney 24 at Walt Disney World Resort Offers Monthly ‘Sensory Friendly’ Shows Geared Toward Autistic Guests

Nighttime Spectaculars: New ‘Celebrate the Magic’ Images, Expanded Seating for Fantasmic!

A Sip of ‘LeFou’s Brew’ from Gaston’s Tavern in New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

--------------------------------

OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD

THE FORCE IS COMING TO LEGOLAND® FLORIDA - LEGO® Star WarsTM Miniland Cluster Announced as Newest Expansion

--------------------------------

DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

Carthay Circle Lounge Cocktails, Appetizers Elevate Theme Park Eats at Disney California Adventure Park

--------------------------------

DISNEY CRUISE LINE

Disney Cruise Line Offers Even More Vacation Options with New 2013 Itineraries from Texas

‘Submerge’ Yourself to See the Underwater Beauty of the Caribbean on a Disney Cruise from Texas
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
Beth, our travel agent, writes about booking airfare:

"Not a day goes by that someone doesn't ask me if I can do their flights for them. The truth is, I pretty much stopped doing air years ago. You can't imagine the amount of time I used to spend helping people find the right flights, booking them, ticketing them, and then staying on top of the frequent flight changes that followed. It was an easy hour or more of time for each and every trip. And about 20% of those trips would have additional issues... the need to cancel or make a change, a drop in price requiring a ticket reissue and fare refund, you name it. I can't tell you how much I hated doing air.

It did, however, pay well sometimes. The commission was 10% on the base fare (price before taxes and fees). That meant I could make $15-30 per ticket on average, so for a family of 4 or more it was still worth the effort most of the time. Then the commission dropped to 8% - and then to 5%. Finally, commission disappeared completely.

The airlines are no longer willing to pay travel agents for the headaches involved in putting people onto their planes. As such, I'm no longer willing to endure the headaches. I do, however, try to help clients as much as I can in booking air they will be happy with.

Here are my top tips:

1) Check Southwest.com to see if they service your area. If so, see what their flight schedules and prices look like. Even if they aren't currently booking for your dates, you can still get a good idea of what Southwest offers.

2) Compare that to what you find on Kayak.com. Kayak doesn't sell airfare; they just help you compare fares from those that do sell it. They cover nearly every major airline except Southwest. The results filter allows you to easily adjust your arrival and departure times, dates, alternate airports, and more so that you can tweak the results to exactly fit your needs.

3) Once you've found flights that you like, GO TO THE AIRLINE'S OWN WEBSITE to book the flights. You'll avoid booking fees and, if you find yourself in need of a real person to help with a problem down the road, you're going to have a much better shot at a good result when dealing with an airline rather than with Expedia, Travelocity, etc. That's especially true if your flight gets canceled or there is a significant delay.

4) Once you've booked, don't look back. You'll just drive yourself nuts. There's no way to know if the flights will go up or down in price, and these days the change fees are so high that there probably isn't anything you can do about a lower price anyway. Just tuck your confirmation away with your travel documents, check "air" off your list, and move on.

Yes, I can book (domestic) air through Disney as an add-on to your package - and I'll admit that every once in awhile they have a good deal, especially for groups of 10 or more, but it's rare. In the vast majority of cases, I find that Disney air is priced the same or higher (sometimes significantly higher) than what you'd pay online for the same flights. What's more, if you cancel your Disney reservation, nonrefundable air on the reservation is canceled as well and you lose that money. If you booked separately, you'd still have those air tickets to do with as you please. You might be able to pay a change fee and use them for a different trip. I'd be happy to get a price on Disney air for you, but unless they come in significantly lower than what you're finding online, book it separately. Disney will still provide Magical Express airport transfers (from MCO only!).

Speaking of Magical Express, you can get that service regardless of what airline you fly, what time of day you arrive or depart, or how you booked the air. They will even provide transfers for international flights. (You just have to claim your bags and get through customs first.) Disney's optional insurance coverage also covers most air - even if you booked the air yourself! Affordable Disney members can contact me if they'd like to see a PDF copy of their insurance policy.

Finally, be sure to stay on top of the current rules and regulations regarding luggage and other details:

Current list of baggage fees for most airlines.

Current TSA list of what you can pack."
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LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter

2012-09-05T13:47:00.001-07:00

September 5, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...
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MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

DISNEYLAND PARIS DEALS

* Save up to 40% on Hotel & Tickets. Plus! Kids under 7 stay and play FREE!

* Enjoy 15% off Winter rates!

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UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS OFFERS

* Special Florida Resident Halloween Horror Nights Offers
* Special Halloween Horror Nights Offers for General Public

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RENTAL CAR BLOWOUT!

Weekend rentals from $9.99! Valid September 7, 2012 - May 22, 2013.

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DISNEY CRUISE LINE

* 4-Night Bahamian Cruise (departing from Port Canaveral) for Florida Residents: $85 per person for balcony! Contact Beth to book.

* 3-Night Bahamian Cruise (departing from Port Canaveral) for Florida residents: $115 per person for oceanview! Contact Beth to book.

Hurry! You must book by September 9!

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ORLANDO RESORT & GOLF CLUB SPECIAL

2-night villa special at $139! You save almost 60% off regular rates! Valid through Jan. 17, 2013, including weekends.

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SHOW TICKETS

* New Disney On Ice in Hershey: Best Seats: $40!
* 'Spider-Man' on Broadway: Orchestra Seats: $69! Save 50%!
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ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that guarantees the lowest Internet rates for hotel accommodations outside Walt Disney World. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some are three-star hotels and cost less than $60 per night! Click here to check out the prices.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

WALT DISNEY WORLD

This Day in Disney History

Calling All the Monsters: Take Part in a Not-So-Scary Halloween Street Jam at Magic Kingdom Park

First Look: Lumiere, Madame Wardrobe Welcome You to Enchanted Tales with Belle at Magic Kingdom Park

All in the Details: Head Under the Sea to Visit Ariel’s Grotto at Magic Kingdom Park

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OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD

Universal Studios: Full Halloween Horror Nights lineup revealed

Florida travel calendar for September

Halloween Fun Invades LEGOLAND® Florida For Its First Brick-Or-Treat

Details Announced for Expanded Water Fun and Dining Options at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa

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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

Enter the ‘Frankenweenie Monstrous Sweepstakes’ for the Chance to Win a Disneyland Resort Vacation

Disneyland Resort Guided Tours: Disney’s Happiest Haunts Tour

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DISNEY CRUISE LINE

Disney Parks Blog Exclusive: Pixar Presenters on California Coastal Disney Cruises

A Disney Cruise Through the Eyes of a Child
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
Dateline Disney: September/October 2012

* Downtown Disney: Celebrate Labor Day weekend with a "Great Irish Hooley"; Become a star alongside Phineas and Ferb in new virtual experience

* Magic Kingdom: Night of Joy Celebrates 30th year with award-winning headliners; Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party brings 23 nights of happy haunts

* Disney’s Art of Animation Resort: The Little Mermaid wing debuts

* Epcot: Eat to the beat at the 17th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

* runDisney: Get spooked during The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 10-Miler Weekend

* Disney Cruise Line: Disney Wonder offering special Pixar cruises this fall (Source: Press Release)
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Beth, our travel agent, answers questions about Disney's Magical Express:

"If there's one thing I get more questions on than anything else, it's Disney's Magical Express (DME). So maybe I can answer some of those questions for you before you ask...

1) There is no cost for this service.

2) You must be staying at a Disney-owned resort.

3) You can fly any airline and get your tickets from any source.

4) If you don't receive your baggage tags before you go DME will still take you.

5) Only the people listed on the reservation can go on the bus.

6) You cannot send your luggage to your hotel via DME unless you also take DME.

7) People in the same room can arrive/depart on more than one flight.

8) If you arrive on an international flight you have to claim your bags yourself and take them through customs before returning them to DME for transfer to the resort.

9) DME services only Orlando International Airport (MCO). If you fly into or out of Sanford or any other airport you're on your own.

10) The wait for your baggage averages 3 hours (assuming you arrive around 3PM or later) so pack things you need shortly after arrival in a carry-on and keep it with you.

11) Don't' panic if your flight times change. DME tracks you by flight number, not time, so they'll catch the change. If your flight number changes, though, it's nice to let them know (although not mandatory).

12) Because DME tracks by flight number the flight times often show on confirmations, tags, and elsewhere as midnight. Again, don't panic. It's just how their system works. As long as the flight number and the resort are correct on the tags you're fine.

Don't hesitate to ask if you have more questions!"

Affordable Disney members should log in for Beth's contact information.
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LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

AffordableDisney.Com Blog

2012-08-29T11:47:00.000-07:00

August 29, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...
=========================
MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

WALT DISNEY WORLD

* Save up to 25% at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels with this deal!

* Swank Downtown Disney Resort Special: an Official Walt Disney World® Hotel. Rates from $69 -- that's 45% off! Provides shuttle service to the Disney Theme Parks every 30 minutes. 10 minutes from Universal Studios. Includes FREE daily breakfast buffets - even the Disney Character Breakfast - for two kids 16 and younger with one paying adult breakfast buffet - saves you $22! Book by September 7.

* TODAY ONLY SALE Stay at this Downtown Disney Hotel with rates starting at $69! Plus! Save 50% on resort fee! Valid for stays August 22 – October 31. Must book by Aug. 29, 2012!

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DISNEY CRUISE LINE

Save 25% on this Halloween Disney Cruise with this booking code!

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UNIVERSAL ORLANDO VACATION PACKAGE WITH AIR

Save $100! Plus! Save up to 30% on stays at Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel®, or Loews Portofino Bay Hotel. Plus! Bags Fly FREE! Book: Aug. 24 - Sept. 13, 2012 for travel: Aug. 25 - Dec. 31, 2012.

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DISCOVEY COVE DOLPHIN SWIM DAY RESORT PACKAGE

If you live in Florida, Beth can book this package for you and you'll receive unlimited admission to SeaWorld AND Aquatica through January 31, 2013! Package includes:

* 30-minute dolphin interaction
* Snorkeling and hand feeding exotic birds
* Breakfast, lunch, unlimited snacks and drinks
* Unlimited admission to SeaWorld and Aquatica in Orlando

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DISNEY'S 'MARY POPPINS' ON BROADWAY

Seats just $52. You save up to 40%!
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that guarantees the lowest Internet rates for hotel accommodations outside Walt Disney World. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some are three-star hotels and cost less than $60 per night! Click here to check out the prices.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

WALT DISNEY WORLD

This Day in Disney History

A Behind-the-Scenes Look at D-Tech Me Princess in World of Disney at Walt Disney World Resort

‘Great Irish Hooley’ Festival Rocks Labor Day Weekend at Raglan Road Irish Pub & Restaurant in Downtown Disney

Frost Fairy Periwinkle from Disney’s ‘Secret of the Wings’ Will Soon Join Tinker Bell at Disney Parks

All in the Details: Step Inside the World of Belle Through Her Magic Mirror at Magic Kingdom Park

‘Keep Moving Forward’ Epcot Segway Tour & Breakfast Debuts September 17

‘Celebrate the Magic’ Nighttime Show Coming to Magic Kingdom Park

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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

Eight Ways to Enjoy Disney California Adventure Park: Child’s Play

Disney Parks After Dark: Surprises in the Night Sky at Cars Land in Disney California Adventure Park

Easy Apple Crisp from Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa at the Disneyland Resort

--------------------------------

DISNEY CRUISE LINE

VIP Tour of Lasseter Family Winery with Disney Cruise Line

=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

First Look: Goofy’s Paint ‘n’ Play House Opens at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
Dateline Disney: September/October 2012

* Downtown Disney: Celebrate Labor Day weekend with a "Great Irish Hooley"; Become a star alongside Phineas and Ferb in new virtual experience

* Magic Kingdom: Night of Joy Celebrates 30th year with award-winning headliners; Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party brings 23 nights of happy haunts

* Disney’s Art of Animation Resort: The Little Mermaid wing debuts

* Epcot: Eat to the beat at the 17th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

* runDisney: Get spooked during The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 10-Miler Weekend

* Disney Cruise Line: Disney Wonder offering special Pixar cruises this fall (Source: Press Release)
=========================
Beth, our travel agent, sent us these comments on the use of tickets for Florida residents by non-Florida residents:

"Here's a little more insight into the problems associated with trying to use tickets that you're not entitled to...

It's true, Florida residents get some great ticket discounts - but it's also true that in order to purchase the Florida resident tickets you're supposed to be asked to present a Florida photo ID for each adult ticket. Now, a resourceful person might figure that if Grandma and Grandpa go up to window #1 and buy two tickets and then go to window #18 and buy two more tickets you'd be able to accumulate all you need; however, Disney has recently started a real push to get the actual names of ticket owners onto each ticket.

In other words, when I go to a window and buy a ticket, my name is actually printed right on it. That's yet another opportunity for Disney to spot fraudulent use of discounted tickets. When you combine the names on the tickets, the possibility that you'll be asked for photo ID when you use the tickets, and the finger scan process (which prevents you from using a ticket previously used by someone else) the risk is probably not worth it.

Get the best price on the tickets you're entitled to and be happy if you saved a few dollars over gate price. (I should also point out that the names being printed on tickets now is yet another reason to avoid purchasing partially used tickets from strangers via EBay. That's just a bad idea on so many levels. Only buy from reputable dealers!)"
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

AffordableDisney.Com Blog

2012-08-25T08:59:00.000-07:00

August 25, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...
=========================
MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

DISNEY CRUISE LINE

Save 25% on this Halloween Disney Cruise with this booking code!

--------------------------------

UNIVERSAL ORLANDO VACATION PACKAGE WITH AIR

Save $100! Plus! Save up to 30% on stays at Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel®, or Loews Portofino Bay Hotel. Plus! Bags Fly FREE! Book: Aug. 24 - Sept. 13, 2012 for travel: Aug. 25 - Dec. 31, 2012.
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ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that guarantees the lowest Internet rates for hotel accommodations outside Walt Disney World. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some are three-star hotels and cost less than $60 per night! Click here to check out the prices.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

WALT DISNEY WORLD

This Day in Disney History

Frost Fairy Periwinkle from Disney’s ‘Secret of the Wings’ Will Soon Join Tinker Bell at Disney Parks

All in the Details: Step Inside the World of Belle Through Her Magic Mirror at Magic Kingdom Park

‘Keep Moving Forward’ Epcot Segway Tour & Breakfast Debuts September 17

‘Celebrate the Magic’ Nighttime Show Coming to Magic Kingdom Park

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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

Eight Ways to Enjoy Disney California Adventure Park: Child’s Play

Disney Parks After Dark: Surprises in the Night Sky at Cars Land in Disney California Adventure Park

Easy Apple Crisp from Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa at the Disneyland Resort

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DISNEY CRUISE LINE

VIP Tour of Lasseter Family Winery with Disney Cruise Line

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TOKYO DISNEYLAND

First Look: Goofy’s Paint ‘n’ Play House Opens at Tokyo Disneyland
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
Dateline Disney: September/October 2012

* Downtown Disney: Celebrate Labor Day weekend with a "Great Irish Hooley"; Become a star alongside Phineas and Ferb in new virtual experience

* Magic Kingdom: Night of Joy Celebrates 30th year with award-winning headliners; Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party brings 23 nights of happy haunts

* Disney’s Art of Animation Resort: The Little Mermaid wing debuts

* Epcot: Eat to the beat at the 17th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

* runDisney: Get spooked during The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 10-Miler Weekend

* Disney Cruise Line: Disney Wonder offering special Pixar cruises this fall (Source: Press Release)
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

AffordableDisney.Com Blog

2012-08-22T12:12:00.001-07:00

August 22, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...
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MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

SEAWORLD SAN DIEGO

Save $20 on 1-day tickets with this promo code.

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DISCOUNTED DISNEY CRUISE FROM GALVESTON TEXAS

Save BIG on this 7-night cruise to the Western Caribbean! Contact Beth, our travel agent, to book.

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WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT LAST MINUTE SALE

Stay at this luxury Walt Disney World Resort for $139 on select dates in September and October!

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CAR RENTAL SALE

Save up to 55% on car rentals into September! Book by August 31. Sale applies to following cities: Atlanta, Dallas, Honolulu, Lihue, Kauai, New York, Orlando and San Francisco

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ORLANDO SPECIALS

* Stay at this popular hotel chain in Orlando from $63 per night! Book by September 10 for stays before December 30, 2012.

* End of Summer Special at this Hotel & Suites in Kissimmee. Book before September 30 for stays August 5 - December 22. Enjoy a Standard Double room for $36; Pool side or King room for $46; Kid's Suite and $66 for a 2-room Suite for $56.

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BROADWAY SHOWS

2-for-1 Tickets to 19 Broadway Shows: Prices start at $34.50! (Note: "Wicked" is already sold out!)
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that guarantees the lowest Internet rates for hotel accommodations outside Walt Disney World. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some are three-star hotels and cost less than $60 per night! Click here to check out the prices.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

WALT DISNEY WORLD

This Day in Disney History

Reservations for Be Our Guest Restaurant in New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park Open at Noon August 20

New Signature Images Released of New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

Night of Joy Musical Line-Up Announced for Magic Kingdom Park

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OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD

Carrie Fisher to hold court at Star Wars Celebration VI

--------------------------------

DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

An Early Holiday Gift for Disneyland Guests: Twenty Nights of Disneyland Candlelight Ceremony Performances Scheduled for 2012

SNEAK PEEK: Jack’s Gingerbread House Arrives at the Haunted Mansion in Disneyland Park

--------------------------------

DISNEY CRUISE LINE

Which is Which? Disney Fantasy vs. Disney Dream: Adult Spaces
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
Dateline Disney: September/October 2012

* Downtown Disney: Celebrate Labor Day weekend with a "Great Irish Hooley"; Become a star alongside Phineas and Ferb in new virtual experience

* Magic Kingdom: Night of Joy Celebrates 30th year with award-winning headliners; Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party brings 23 nights of happy haunts

* Disney’s Art of Animation Resort: The Little Mermaid wing debuts

* Epcot: Eat to the beat at the 17th annual Epcot International Food & Wine Festival

* runDisney: Get spooked during The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 10-Miler Weekend

* Disney Cruise Line: Disney Wonder offering special Pixar cruises this fall (Source: Press Release)
=========================
Beth, our travel agent, writes about buying theme park tickets at a discount:

"I am frequently asked about purchasing theme park (and other) tickets at a discount. My advice is always the same: don't purchase until you're absolutely certain that a package deal isn't your better option.

Disney typically releases discounts about 8-10 weeks before the applicable period starts. In other words, if you want a January discount the applicable promotion will probably be announced in late October or early November. There are exceptions, of course, but if you're booking your January vacation in July then you probably haven't seen the best deal yet. That doesn't mean you should wait to book, but it does mean that the price is likely to drop so you'll need to watch carefully for the discounts and try to get your price changed if and when they are announced. (We save you the hassle and track reservations automatically, trying to get you those deals on the first day they are released, but we can only track reservations we make in the first place.)

These days, Disney shows a definite preference for discounting packages as opposed to room-only reservations, and ALL packages come with tickets. Also, given that you can normally only get the ever-popular dining plans with a package, even people that already have tickets will often shell out the extra cash ($64-$75 per person!) for 1-day base tickets in order to book a package with dining and/or the room discount. Annual pass discounts aren't what they used to be, so for the vast majority of people a package with room and tickets (and optional dining) is going to be the best way to go so you don't want to saddle yourself with nonrefundable park tickets until you know what the bottom line deal on a package is going to be.

Recently, though, we've seen a wave of people trying to book their vacations just weeks before they want to go. This is a bad idea for many reasons, as these folks are finding out, but sometimes it's unavoidable. If you find that the promotions have expired for your dates (or all the promotional space is gone) you could be facing the prospect of paying full rack rate on your resort room. If you can live without a dining plan it makes sense to look at non-Disney properties as well as the idea of purchasing the room and tickets separately.

Which brings us back to those discounted tickets… You cannot tell by looking at most theme park tickets how many days are left on them. Also, park tickets are not transferable; many Disney tickets even have names on them. If your finger scan doesn't match what's on the ticket you'll be asked to produce ID that matches the name on the ticket. (So no, you can't use the leftover days on your friend's ticket.) It is, therefore, critical that you purchase tickets from a reliable source. Affordable Disney's ticket agent has been around for a long time and they are great to work with. Their pricing is wonderful and I highly recommend them.

And when comparing prices, don't forget to compare apples to apples by ensuring tax and shipping are included in all the prices you're looking at. (That's the #1 mistake that people make when shopping around!)"
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LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

AffordableDisney.Com Blog

2012-08-15T10:37:00.002-07:00

August 15, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...
=========================
MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

WALT DISNEY WORLD NIGHT OF JOY PROMOTION

Enjoy Walt Disney World's contemporary Christian music festival Friday, September 7 and Saturday, September 8, 2012 and stay at this popular Kissimmee hotel for only $35.00/night + tax! Event tickets sold separately.

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DISNEYLAND CA

Book a flight with this airline + hotel package at Disneyland® Resort Hotels or Anaheim-area hotels and enjoy ANY adult Disneyland® Resort ticket at the kids' price! Plus! Receive a FREE Disney’s Character Dining Experience with 3-night stay at Disneyland® Resort Hotels. Book by 8/30/12 by 6:00 p.m. CT. Travel through 12/31/12.

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LAST MINUTE SALE

* Fly to West Coast from the Northeast roundtrip from $216, including tax. Travel dates: Sept. 11 - Nov. 14.

* Fly to Las Vegas from Across the U.S. roundtrip, including tax from $70

* Deep Sea Fishing at Cape Canaveral: $25. Includes lunch and gear. Valid Saturday, Aug. 11, through Feb. 10, 2013.

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ORLANDO SPECIALS

* Oceanfront Vero Beach Hotel: 47% off!
* Nelore Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse Dinner for 2: 48% off!
* Bosphorous Turkish Dinner for 2 w/Wine: 53% off!
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that guarantees the lowest Internet rates for hotel accommodations outside Walt Disney World. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some are three-star hotels and cost less than $60 per night! Click here to check out the prices.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

WALT DISNEY WORLD

This Day in Disney History

All in the Details: Imagineers Add Character to Belle’s Village in New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

‘Phineas and Ferb & YOU: A Brand New Reality’ Opens at Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort September

Major Makeover for the France Pavilion at Epcot

Hakuna Matata: ‘Lion King’ Finds a Home at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort at Walt Disney World Resort

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OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD

SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund Grants More than $1.1 to Help Animals in Need

LEGOLAND Florida and Partnered Bed & Brick Hotels Add Shuttle Service

Penn & Teller to Bring Edgy Illusionist Entertainment to Halloween Horror Nights

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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

Another Look at the New Fantasy Faire Coming to Disneyland Park

‘The Art of Frankenweenie Exhibition’ Coming to Disney California Adventure Park September 14

Disneyland Resort Guided Tours: The New ‘Walk in Walt’s Disneyland Footsteps’ Tour

Disneyland Resort APs: Register Now for Your Chance to ‘Glow With the Show’ at ‘Fantasmic!’ on August 28

--------------------------------

DISNEY CRUISE LINE

Three Ways to Explore History and Culture on a Disney Cruise from Texas

Which is Which? Disney Fantasy vs. Disney Dream
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
Beth, our travel agent, reviews the basics of Disney tickets:

"This may seem like very basic information to nearly everyone that reads it, and yet there still seem to be a few people around that aren't completely familiar with how Disney tickets work. I thought maybe it's time to do a simple review...

Adult tickets are needed for ages 10 and up, child tickets for ages 3-9 and NO TICKETS for children under the age of 3. They go by the age you are when you arrive.

All Disney tickets start as 'base' tickets. That is, they are good for admission to one - and only one - of the four theme parks* for each of those days. You can go to Magic Kingdom one day and Animal Kingdom the next, but not both in the same day. That's called 'park hopping' and you have to add on the 'hopper' option to be able to do that...

If you want to be able to enter Disney "non-theme park" places (water parks, etc.) then you can consider adding the Water Parks Fun n' More (WPF&M) option... You get one admission for each day of theme park entry in your main ticket. For instance, a 7-day ticket (base or hopper) would get you 7 days of WPF&M admissions; a 10-day park ticket would get you 10 WPF&M admissions. The admissions are good for the water parks, DisneyQuest, and Wide World of Sports. You cannot hop between those places, even if you have added the park hopping option. (Hopping privileges apply only to the four theme parks.) You can come and go into the same place more than once in a day, but entering a different place will use another WPF&M admission.

All tickets expire 14 days from first use unless you pay for the No Expiration option. The price for that depends on how many days you had to START with, not how many you have left over that you want to save. It gets expensive to make longer tickets non-expiring.

Do you NEED hopping, WPF&M and/or No Expiration? Well, that depends on your situation and to get into it is a whole different topic. You can email if you have questions about your personal needs, though.

Keep in mind that tickets now have your finger scan encoded into them after first use so you cannot share your ticket with anyone else. Tickets are nonrefundable, but most can be upgraded to more high-powered tickets as long as you do so while the original ticket is still valid.

One note about ticket discounts... Some wholesalers sell at a discount - but be sure to use a reputable wholesaler (like Affordable Disney's ticket agent).

And remember that your best shot at a promotional offer is when booking a package and they all come with tickets, so if you run out and buy discounted tickets you may have to forego a promotional package offer (or shell out to buy very expensive 1-day base tickets for everyone in order to get it).

My advice is always to NOT purchase discounted tickets until you are 100% certain that there won't be a package deal out that will work for you."

* The theme parks are Animal Kingdom, Magic Kingdom, Epcot, and Disney Studios.

The water parks, miniature and regular golf, DisneyQuest, etc. are NOT considered theme parks and require separate admission for entry.
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

AffordableDisney.Com Blog

2012-08-09T08:46:00.003-07:00

August 9, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Newsletter and Blog contain deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members.

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's Newsletter!

Click here to subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.

Now on with the show...
=========================
MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT MILITARY TICKET DISCOUNTS

Starting at $156 + tax!

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DISNEYLAND RESORT DISCOUNT MILITARY TICKETS

3-Day Park Hopper Tickets for $125 + tax

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DISNEY AULANI RESORT

Enjoy five nights for the price of three at Disney's Aulani Hawaiian Resort with this promo code!

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DAYTONA RESORTS

Florida Resident Discounts at Daytona Beach Oceanfront Resorts!

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LAST MINUTE AIRFARE SALE

* Flights originating from the East: starting at $160. Roundtrip and taxes included! Travel dates: Aug. 10-14. Must book by Aug. 10.

* Nonstop from Philly to Los Angeles: $280 roundtrip and taxes included!

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14 BROADWAY SHOWS

Tickets from $40! Save up to 40%!

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ORLANDO SPECIALS

Save 40% or more at the following local venues:

* Spa, massage and accommodations at Lake Buena Vista Resort
* Dinner at award winning restaurant
* Tours and Balloon Rides
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that offers Special Rates at select hotels near Disney! These Special Rates are guaranteed to be the lowest rates. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some include meals. Some provide shuttles to the theme parks. All have photos and descriptions posted online. Click here to check out the prices. Book three or more nights and receive up to a $100 rebate! Click here to access coupon.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

This Day in Disney History

Widening of Panama Canal and its effect on cruises. Beth, our travel agent, writes: "Although this article focuses on the impact the widening of the PanCan will have on shipping, it will also have a big affect on pleasure cruising given that some of the largest ships have been 'stuck' on this side of the continent. Now they’ll be able to get to the western US should the cruise lines decide that there is adequate demand for them in the west."

Vacationers Enjoy “Hakuna Matata” at New “Lion King” Family Suites

New Fantasyland Grand Opening Set For December 6 at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort

Adventures by Disney: Junior Adventures in the Rockies

Your Wish-Come-True Disney Parks Engagement

First Look: Peek Inside Splitsville, Coming Soon to Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World Resort

Adventures by Disney: Roaming the Rockies

All in the Details: Creating a Cozy Cottage for Maurice & Belle in New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

New Thrills, New Fun, New Fantasyland

More Water Fun, Dining Options Coming in Aulani Resort Expansion

Christmas in July at Walt Disney World Resort: We’re Already Prepping for Disney Holidays – Are You?

First Look: The Lion King at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

New Wooden Toys Add Nostalgia To Disney Parks

All in the Details: Finding the Enchanted Rose at Be Our Guest Restaurant at Magic Kingdom Park

Super Greeters Enhance the Experience for Latin American Guests

Chase Launches New Disney’s Visa Debit Card; Year-Round Perks from Disney and no Annual Fee

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

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OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD

The best resort pools in Florida

Game on: New Royal Princess will offer bevy of fitness options

Discovery Cove's new triple play at Freshwater Oasis

SeaWorld Penguins Take On New York!

The Walking Dead Coming to Universal's Halloween Horror Nights

Silent Hill Coming to Universal's Halloween Horror Nights

Alice Cooper to Evoke Maniacal Mayhem at Universal Studios' Halloween Horror Nights

LEGOLAND® Florida: Ticket Price Stays the Same

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DISNEYLAND CALIFORNIA

Swashbuckling Fun Comes Ashore in September at Disneyland Park with The Pirates League

The Happiest Place on Earth is About to Get Spookier: Disneyland Resort Celebrates Halloween Time 2012, Sept. 14 Through Oct. 31

Things You Might Not Know About Cars Land at Disney California Adventure Park
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

* Our Affordable Disney Newsletter and Blog with deal alerts and inside scoop on the latest news at Disney and other Florida attractions!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels near Disney. For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

AffordableDisney.Com Blog

2012-07-11T07:43:00.002-07:00

July 11, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.
=========================
Help us raise money to help our friend Jessica Rehn in her fight against breast cancer!

Donate $10 to Jessica and receive a FREE Affordable Disney Membership for one month for yourself, a friend or a loved one.

Click here to help Jess win her fight against this terrible disease. Email us proof of your donation and we'll email your access codes to our membership site so you can save BIG on your Disney dream vacation. Thank you and God bless!

Now on with the show...
=========================
MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

Walt Disney World Special

Charge your Disney World vacation to this credit card and get FREE Disney Dining!

=========================

Disney Good Neighbor Hotel and Suites Specials

* All military and government personnel stay from $40 per night!

* Welcome Home Group Special: Welcome home a loved one with this special:

-- Be greeted in our lobby by a Welcome Sign honoring them
-- Receive a disposal camera at check-in to capture the memories
-- Complimentary room for guest of honor
-- Discounted rates for rest of the party (3-room minimum)
-- Private Welcome Home Dinner at a low cost per person
-- Ride in one of the lead cars in Car Cruise at Old Town

* Florida residents enjoy low rates and complimentary breakfast for two adults every morning!

* Single Parent Packages include complimentary ice cream for each child, complimentary breakfast for the parent and children 10 and under (limit 2 per room), and complimentary tokens to the Video Arcade!

* Stay for five nights or more and get your fifth night FREE!

One of the closest hotels in Kissimmee to Walt Disney World and all the other Orlando and Kissimmee attractions - located just 3 short miles to the Main Gate. Pet friendly. Full service restaurant and food court. Free shuttle to the Disney parks. New FREE Shuttle to Universal Orlando! Beth adds: "This is a HUGE deal since few resorts provide free transfers to both Disney AND Universal."

Let our travel agent, Beth, handle all the details!
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that offers Special Rates at select hotels near Disney! These Special Rates are guaranteed to be the lowest rates. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some include meals. Some provide shuttles to the theme parks. All have photos and descriptions posted online. Click here to check out the prices. Book three or more nights and receive up to a $100 rebate! Click here to access coupon.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Cruise Line Adventures in Key West

Makahiki Restaurant Adds Lunch for Guests at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa

Disney Cruise Line Unveils New Itineraries and Ports for 2013

A Glimpse of a Disney Cruise to Atlantic Canada

A Taste of the Chef’s Menu at CoraNation Room at Kouzzina by Cat Cora at Walt Disney World Resort

Celebrating Independence Day with Voices of Liberty at Disneyland Park

All in the Details: Mosaics Tell a ‘Tale as Old as Time’ at Be Our Guest Restaurant in Magic Kingdom Park

‘Old South’-Themed Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside Gets a New Look at Walt Disney World Resort

California Grill at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Gets Ready for a New Look

Win a Disneyland Resort Vacation with the Verizon Mobile Magic App

Take 5: Be ‘Brave’ at Disney Parks

Win a trip for four to any SeaWorld or Busch Gardens park in the country!

An Uncommon Art Gallery Comes to Life in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort

Top Five Ways to Get Soaked on the Disney Fantasy

Chef of Be Our Guest Restaurant in New Fantasyland Shares His Favorites from the Menu

Mickey Mouse, the Red Car News Boys and ‘A Suitcase and a Dream’ at Disney California Adventure Park

All in the Details: Themed Chandeliers Contribute to the Story of New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Blog contains deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members. Click here to read our blog online or to subscribe.
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, condos and vacation rentals near Disney. Plus! Receive up to a $100.00 rebate! For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

AffordableDisney.Com Blog

2012-06-27T10:52:00.001-07:00

June 27, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.
=========================
Help us raise money to help our friend Jessica Rehn in her fight against breast cancer!

Donate $10 to Jessica and receive a FREE Affordable Disney Membership for one month for yourself, a friend or a loved one.

Click here to help Jess win her fight against this terrible disease. Email us proof of your donation and we'll email your access codes to our membership site so you can save BIG on your Disney dream vacation. Thank you and God bless!

Now on with the show...
=========================
MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

Disneyland California Vacation Package:

4 Days, 3 Nights including Good Neighbor Hotel and 4-Day Park Hopper tickets: $1,579!
=========================
Disney World Discount for General Public:

Save up to 30% at Walt Disney World Resort Hotels!
=========================
Disney Cruise Deals

* Disney 7-Night Caribbean Cruise: Balcony; $999! Regularly $2709! Roundtrip from Galveston, Texas to Grand Cayman, Costa Maya and Cozumel. Book by July 3! Hurry! This will sell out quickly.

* Save on a 14-Night Panama Canal Cruise: From $985 per person + tax!

* Verandah staterooms on sale!

* Military Cruises from $175 per night!
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that offers Special Rates at select hotels near Disney! These Special Rates are guaranteed to be the lowest rates. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some include meals. Some provide shuttles to the theme parks. All have photos and descriptions posted online. Click here to check out the prices. Book three or more nights and receive up to a $100 rebate! Click here to access coupon.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

All in the Details: Building a Grotto Under the Sea in New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

Ka-Chow! Lightning McQueen & Friends Bring Radiator Springs to Life at the ‘Cars’ Wing at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

Ghosts, New Carnival-Style Show Coming this Halloween at Tokyo Disneyland, DisneySea

‘Doubled’ Dumbo the Flying Elephant Lifts off for a Test Flight

Mad T Party is Brewing Up Fun Every Night this Summer at Disney California Adventure Park

New tours go behind the scenes at Kennedy Space Center

Universal Orlando's New Ride, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, to Officially Open July 2

Make A Splash this Summer at the All New LEGOLAND Water Park, An Official Guinness World Record Holder

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort Opens Second Phase; Immerses Guests in the Middle of Story With Enchanting Tales

Disney•Pixar’s “Brave” Comes to Walt Disney World Resort

Disney California Adventure Park Reopens with New Fun and Attractions as the Happiest Place on Earth Gets Even Happier

Cars Land Celebrates Premiere at Disney California Adventure Park, Bringing Radiator Springs to Life with Three New Attractions and Fuel-Driven Fun

Just Announced: Halloween Time and Mickey’s Halloween Party Dates at Disneyland Resort; Tickets on Sale Soon

Be Brave! Discover Your Inner Merida with an Archery Lesson at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground at Walt Disney World Resort
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Blog contains deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members. Click here to read our blog online or to subscribe.
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, condos and vacation rentals near Disney. Plus! Receive up to a $100.00 rebate! For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

AffordableDisney.Com Blog

2012-05-23T09:04:00.001-07:00

May 23, 2012
Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.
=========================
Help Us Give a FREE Gift Membership to Someone in Need!

Do you know someone who, because of her service to the community or family, deserves a vacation at Walt Disney World, but feels she could never afford it?

Every month in 2012 we will be giving away FREE Affordable Disney Gift Memberships to deserving individuals or families who would like to learn how to vacation at Walt Disney World on a limited budget.

Obviously, we can't give away free vacations, but with a FREE Affordable Disney Membership, he or she can learn how to vacation at Walt Disney World without breaking the bank.

If you would like to recommend someone for a FREE Affordable Disney Membership, tell us why you feel he or she deserves a free membership in an email to johngross@affordabledisney.com. If the person you recommend is chosen, we'll contact you for the recipient's email address so we can email him or her the username and password to access our private, members-only website.

There are no strings attached. We are doing this in appreciation for the support we have received from all of you over the years. Thank you and God bless!

Now on with the show...
=========================
MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

FREE Dining and Airfare Sale at Disney's Aulani Resort!
=========================
FREE Dining for Canadians!
=========================
DISNEYLAND PARIS

Hotel and Ticket Deal! Up to 30% off! Plus! Kids under 12 stay and play FREE. Plus! FREE dining!

20th Anniversary Ticket! Get 20% off a 1 day/2-Park ticket!

Winter 2013 Early Booking Offer! 2 Days and Nights FREE!
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that offers Special Rates at select hotels near Disney! These Special Rates are guaranteed to be the lowest rates. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some include meals. Some provide shuttles to the theme parks. All have photos and descriptions posted online. Click here to check out the prices. Book three or more nights and receive up to a $100 rebate! Click here to access coupon.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Universal's Superstar Parade and Cinematic Spectacular Now Open at Universal Orlando

Universal Orlando Unveils More Multi-Platinum Acts Performing at 2012 Summer Concert Series

Universal Studios: Rock the Universe tickets on sale

All in the Details: A Peek Inside Belle’s Library in New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park

Scotland is a New Adventures by Disney Destination

From Fine Dining to Fast Casual, New Restaurants Play a Starring Role at Disney California Adventure Park

New Menus, Favorite Eats At Expanded Disney California Adventure Park

Exciting, New Entertainment Fuels Cars Land, Buena Vista Street at Disney California Adventure Park

First Phase of Disney’s New Family Suite Resort Opens May 31

With a Castle for a Canvas, Summer Version of "The Magic, The Memories, and You!" Coming to Walt Disney World Resort

Magic Kingdom guests can meet Merida, star of 'Brave'

This week: Legoland water park, new scenes on Cinderella Castle, ‘Play’ at science center

WhirlyDome open on International Drive

Discovery Cove: Admission now includes SeaWorld and Aquatica

First Look: ‘Cars’ Wing Takes Shape at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

More of Cars Land at Night Through a Photographer’s Lens at Disney California Adventure Park
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS RESOURCES

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
MONEY SAVING TIP

Legoland: Water-park event free for first 400 guests!
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Blog contains deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members. Click here to read our blog online or to subscribe.
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, condos and vacation rentals near Disney. Plus! Receive up to a $100.00 rebate! For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

AffordableDisney.Com Blog

2012-04-03T07:20:00.001-07:00

Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.
=========================
Help Us Give a FREE Gift Membership to Someone in Need!

Do you know someone who, because of her service to the community or family, deserves a vacation at Walt Disney World, but feels she could never afford it?

Every month in 2012 we will be giving away FREE Affordable Disney Gift Memberships to deserving individuals or families who would like to learn how to vacation at Walt Disney World on a limited budget.

Obviously, we can't give away free vacations, but with a FREE Affordable Disney Membership, he or she can learn how to vacation at Walt Disney World without breaking the bank.

If you would like to recommend someone for a FREE Affordable Disney Membership, tell us why you feel he or she deserves a free membership in an email to johngross@affordabledisney.com. If the person you recommend is chosen, we'll contact you for the recipient's email address so we can email him or her the username and password to access our private, members-only website.

There are no strings attached. We are doing this in appreciation for the support we have received from all of you over the years. Thank you and God bless!

Now on with the show...
=========================
MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

Travel to Florida by Train

Save almost 50% on kids fare with this deal!
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that offers Special Rates at select hotels near Disney! These Special Rates are guaranteed to be the lowest rates. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some include meals. Some provide shuttles to the theme parks. All have photos and descriptions posted online. Click here to check out the prices. Book three or more nights and receive up to a $100 rebate! Click here to access coupon.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Blog contains deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members. Click here to read our blog online or to subscribe.
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, condos and vacation rentals near Disney. Plus! Receive up to a $100.00 rebate! For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

AffordableDisney.Com Blog

2012-04-02T07:15:00.000-07:00

Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.
=========================
Help Us Give a FREE Gift Membership to Someone in Need!

Do you know someone who, because of her service to the community or family, deserves a vacation at Walt Disney World, but feels she could never afford it?

Every month in 2012 we will be giving away FREE Affordable Disney Gift Memberships to deserving individuals or families who would like to learn how to vacation at Walt Disney World on a limited budget.

Obviously, we can't give away free vacations, but with a FREE Affordable Disney Membership, he or she can learn how to vacation at Walt Disney World without breaking the bank.

If you would like to recommend someone for a FREE Affordable Disney Membership, tell us why you feel he or she deserves a free membership in an email to johngross@affordabledisney.com. If the person you recommend is chosen, we'll contact you for the recipient's email address so we can email him or her the username and password to access our private, members-only website.

There are no strings attached. We are doing this in appreciation for the support we have received from all of you over the years. Thank you and God bless!

Now on with the show...
=========================
MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

Walt Disney World Resort Discount:

Save up to 25% at these Walt Disney World Resort hotels with this deal!
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that offers Special Rates at select hotels near Disney! These Special Rates are guaranteed to be the lowest rates. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some include meals. Some provide shuttles to the theme parks. All have photos and descriptions posted online. Click here to check out the prices. Book three or more nights and receive up to a $100 rebate! Click here to access coupon.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Blog contains deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members. Click here to read our blog online or to subscribe.
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, condos and vacation rentals near Disney. Plus! Receive up to a $100.00 rebate! For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

AffordableDisney.Com Blog

2012-03-14T09:47:00.001-07:00

Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.
=========================
Help Us Give a FREE Gift Membership to Someone in Need!

Do you know someone who, because of her service to the community or family, deserves a vacation at Walt Disney World, but feels she could never afford it?

Every month in 2012 we will be giving away FREE Affordable Disney Gift Memberships to deserving individuals or families who would like to learn how to vacation at Walt Disney World on a limited budget.

Obviously, we can't give away free vacations, but with a FREE Affordable Disney Membership, he or she can learn how to vacation at Walt Disney World without breaking the bank.

If you would like to recommend someone for a FREE Affordable Disney Membership, tell us why you feel he or she deserves a free membership in an email to johngross@affordabledisney.com. If the person you recommend is chosen, we'll contact you for the recipient's email address so we can email him or her the username and password to access our private, members-only website.

There are no strings attached. We are doing this in appreciation for the support we have received from all of you over the years. Thank you and God bless!

Now on with the show...
=========================
In case you missed it...

Taking a Tour of Cars Land, Buena Vista Street and Carthay Circle Theatre - Opening June 15 at Disney California Adventure Park

First Look at 2012 Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival Merchandise

Flower Power Performances, HGTV Stars to Highlight This Year’s Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival

First Look: Walt Disney Imagineers Offer a Taste of the Be Our Guest Restaurant

New Story Rooms Open Today at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort at Walt Disney World Resort - With a Regal Twist

Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Style at Disney Parks

New Kids’ Menu, Disney Dining Plan at Bistro de Paris in Epcot

PHOTOS: Storybook Circus ‘soft-opens’ at Magic Kingdom Park

Disney Announces Heroes Work Here - a Company-Wide Initiative To Hire, Train and Support Military Veterans

Hollywood Drive-In Golf Now Open at Universal CityWalk 3
=========================
MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

Disneyland California

* 14-Day Pass for residents of Australia!

* Save up to 25% at Disneyland Hotels!
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that offers Special Rates at select hotels near Disney! These Special Rates are guaranteed to be the lowest rates. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some include meals. Some provide shuttles to the theme parks. All have photos and descriptions posted online. Click here to check out the prices. Book three or more nights and receive up to a $100 rebate! Click here to access coupon.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Blog contains deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members. Click here to read our blog online or to subscribe.
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, condos and vacation rentals near Disney. Plus! Receive up to a $100.00 rebate! For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

AffordableDisney.Com Blog

2012-03-07T11:21:00.001-08:00

Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.
=========================
Help Us Give a FREE Gift Membership to Someone in Need!

Do you know someone who, because of her service to the community or family, deserves a vacation at Walt Disney World, but feels she could never afford it?

Every month in 2012 we will be giving away FREE Affordable Disney Gift Memberships to deserving individuals or families who would like to learn how to vacation at Walt Disney World on a limited budget.

Obviously, we can't give away free vacations, but with a FREE Affordable Disney Membership, he or she can learn how to vacation at Walt Disney World without breaking the bank.

If you would like to recommend someone for a FREE Affordable Disney Membership, tell us why you feel he or she deserves a free membership in an email to johngross@affordabledisney.com. If the person you recommend is chosen, we'll contact you for the recipient's email address so we can email him or her the username and password to access our private, members-only website.

There are no strings attached. We are doing this in appreciation for the support we have received from all of you over the years. Thank you and God bless!

Now on with the show...
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In case you missed it...

Take a Look at the Suites Coming to Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

Mariah Carey Christens Disney Cruise Ship During Star-Studded New York City Ceremony

Reopening Announced for The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man

LEGO® Friends - Olivia, Andrea, Stephanie, Emma and Mia - are coming to LEGOLAND® Florida to host a weekend of fabulous fun geared to girls March 24-25, 2012.

It's Penguin Cam! From SeaWorld and the Discovery Channel - a live online experience broadcasting 24/7 from Sea World San Diego’s Penguin Encounter exhibit

Disney Fine Art Photography and Video: Capture the Moment, Make a Memory, Save it for a Lifetime
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MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

CALIFORNIA THEME PARK PASSES

Save at over 40 California attractions with these passes!
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Walt Disney World Package

Enjoy FREE dining!
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Adventures by Disney Deal

Special offer for previous Adventures by Disney vacationers!
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Grand Opening Sale

Stay in this newly renovated Orlando Resort this summer from $89! You save 40%! Includes Memorial Day!
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LAST MINUTE AIRFARE DEALS
Hurry! These sell out fast!

Airfare Sale for travel dates: April 5 - 10 from $119, including taxes!

Flights to Los Angeles from $88 roundtrip, including tax!

Fly to South America from $799 roundtrip with tax!

Fly to India roundtrip from $1041, including tax!
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that offers Special Rates at select hotels near Disney! These Special Rates are guaranteed to be the lowest rates. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some include meals. Some provide shuttles to the theme parks. All have photos and descriptions posted online. Click here to check out the prices. Book three or more nights and receive up to a $100 rebate! Click here to access coupon.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Blog contains deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members. Click here to read our blog online or to subscribe.
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, condos and vacation rentals near Disney. Plus! Receive up to a $100.00 rebate! For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.

AffordableDisney.Com Blog

2012-02-29T09:41:00.003-08:00

Celebrating 15 Years of Disney Discounts!
Copyright © 1997 - 2012
=========================
Subscribe to AffordableDisney.Com's blog!
=========================
Hi Everyone!

Dread the hassle of booking your own vacation? Not sure you will get the best possible price?

Beth, our full service Florida travel agent, handles all of our members' reservations. She is familiar with all of our deals and she will continue to monitor your reservations to make sure you are getting the best possible deal. If she finds a better deal, she will switch your reservation to the new deal without any intervention from you! Now that's peace of mind!

REMEMBER: If you want to visit Walt Disney World when there is no deal for the general public, you will need to follow the discount strategies that are revealed in our online book, "Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation," to make your vacation affordable.
=========================
Help Us Give a FREE Gift Membership to Someone in Need!

Do you know someone who, because of her service to the community or family, deserves a vacation at Walt Disney World, but feels she could never afford it?

Every month in 2012 we will be giving away FREE Affordable Disney Gift Memberships to deserving individuals or families who would like to learn how to vacation at Walt Disney World on a limited budget.

Obviously, we can't give away free vacations, but with a FREE Affordable Disney Membership, he or she can learn how to vacation at Walt Disney World without breaking the bank.

If you would like to recommend someone for a FREE Affordable Disney Membership, tell us why you feel he or she deserves a free membership in an email to johngross@affordabledisney.com. If the person you recommend is chosen, we'll contact you for the recipient's email address so we can email him or her the username and password to access our private, members-only website.

There are no strings attached. We are doing this in appreciation for the support we have received from all of you over the years. Thank you and God bless!

Now on with the show...
=========================
MEMBERS SHOULD LOG IN FOR DETAILS OF THE FOLLOWING DEALS.

BIG AIRFARE SALE!

Philadelphia to Los Angeles from $256 Roundtrip! Includes Taxes! Valid for travel April - July, 2012! Hurry! This will go fast!

Airfare Sale Roundtrip, including taxes. Travel dates: March 13 - May 20. $153 & up! Hurry! These will sell out fast!
--------------------
Walt Disney World Resort Room Discount
Save up to 30%!
--------------------
Two Disneyland Paris Specials

* Get an Extra Night and Day FREE!
* Save 40% on hotel and park tickets!
--------------------
Disney's Hawaii Aulani Resort
6th Night FREE and FREE Breakfast!
--------------------
Adventures by Disney Eastern Costa Rica Itinerary
$250.00 off per person!
=========================
ENJOY SPECIAL RATES AT SELECT HOTELS NEAR DISNEY!

We've uncovered a source that offers Special Rates at select hotels near Disney! These Special Rates are guaranteed to be the lowest rates. Save yourself the anguish of researching all the hotels in the area. Some include meals. Some provide shuttles to the theme parks. All have photos and descriptions posted online. Click here to check out the prices. Book three or more nights and receive up to a $100 rebate! Click here to access coupon.

Plus! Our source now includes Affordable Disney Vacation Packages!
=========================
AffordableDisney.Com Members and their families enjoy 24/7/365 access to a veritable Treasure Trove of Disney inside information, including:

* Our online 196-page travel guide, Secrets To An Affordable Walt Disney World® Vacation

* Over 1,000 pages of Disney information including coupons, deals, discounts and specials at Walt Disney World, Florida, Disneyland, California, Disneyland Paris, cruises, and other venues in Florida and around the world!

* Customized tours for adults, children and romantic couples!

* Florida Travel agent specializing in Disney travel who is familiar with all our deals and can book affordable vacations for you at Walt Disney World and any where else in the world!

* Authorized Disney Discount Ticket Agent with the best deals on all your Florida vacation needs with an exclusive discount for Affordable Disney Members! Over 25 years in business in Florida!

In addition to the DEALS, DISCOUNTS AND SPECIALS posted at our password-protected members-only site, we also publish many inside tips:

* How can you get a FREE Disney Cruise?
* What dining program should Floridians choose at Disney World?
* Which theme park offers All You Can Eat and Drink?
* How to locate cheap rental homes and condos all over the world?
* How to get FREE 411 service on your cell phone?
* What's the secret of timeshare deals?
* Where can you eat cheap in Hawaii?
* What's the story with FREE companion air tickets?
* How to get Minnie and Mickey Mouse Voicemails at Disney World?
* How do you find out where the toilets are any where in the USA?
* How do you find hotels that accommodate 6-8 people?
* How much does a plane ticket really cost?
* How do I order flowers at Walt Disney World?
* Where are the cheapest gas stations?
* How do I buy gifts for someone visiting Disneyland or WDW?
* How do you book Disney rooms for sold-out nights?
* Where can I rent wheelchairs, ECVs and strollers?
And many more!

If you are not a member, you can join our Disney family here.
=========================
NEWS FROM AROUND THE "WORLD"

Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney World News

Walt Disney World Monthly Calendar

Universal Orlando Resort News

LEGOLAND Orlando News

Disney Cruise Line News

Disneyland CA News

Disneyland CA Resort Calendar

SeaWorld Parks Blog

Busch Gardens Tampa News

This week at Disneyland Paris

What's new at Tokyo Disneyland

What's new at Disneyland Hong Kong

This Week in Las Vegas

Branson Calendar of Events
=========================
Our AffordableDisney.Com Blog contains deal alerts, the latest news about Disney and other Florida attractions, and comments from Beth, our travel agent, and members. Click here to read our blog online or to subscribe.
=========================
LET US PRAY...

As many of you know, I am an author of Catholic prayer books. One of the best ways to know Jesus more intimately and show our love for Him is through prayer. Prayer keeps us focused on the spiritual life and opens a channel for grace so He can make His presence known to us. For further help in forming your prayer life, see my prayer books below that I've written and compiled and posted on the 'Net for FREE. God bless.+

"Praying the Psalms for the Unborn Child." We can interpret the Psalms from a Christocentric point of view. Let us pray with Jesus to the Father for the unborn. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Divine Intimacy Rosary." Pray the rosary while reflecting on the meditations of the masterpiece of Carmelite spirituality, "Divine Intimacy: Meditations on the Interior Life for Every Day of the Liturgical Year." Click here to read the book for FREE.

"The Divine Word + Sacred Art Rosary: Praying the Rosary with Sacred Scripture and Art." Bible-based meditations for each bead of the rosary. Each Mystery is illustrated with beautiful art masterpieces inspired by God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Beads of Salvation: Praying the Rosary to Reach Heaven." Rosary prayers drawn from the writings of Saint Alphonsus de Liguori. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Poetry: Poems on the Life of Jesus Christ." Twenty poems relating to the birth, life, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"100 Prayers of Purity for the Mission of Our Lady of America." The Virgin Mary, Our Lady of America, encourages us to seek Her as our model of purity. The prayers in this book petition God the Father, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the great Saints for the grace we need to lead pure and holy lives. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Achieving Weight Loss through the Prayers of the Divine Office of the Virgin Mary." True peace with food can only come from establishing a close relationship with God. Click here to read the book for FREE.

"Rosary Meditations: A Bouquet of Roses for Our Lady." Shows the beginner and the highly experienced how to meditate while praying the rosary. Click here to read the book for FREE.
=========================
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Secrets to an Affordable WDW Vacation: "Save up to 40% on your Walt Disney World vacation. Save on Disney hotels, dining, tickets, cruises, honeymoons and souvenirs!" Click here for details.

Affordable Accommodations: Enjoy Special Rates at select hotels, condos and vacation rentals near Disney. Plus! Receive up to a $100.00 rebate! For hotels, click here.

Let us choose life!: Priests for Life Choose-Life.org
=========================
See You Real Soon!

John

AffordableDisney.Com.
johngross@affordabledisney.com
=========================
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee the accuracy of information contained in our newsletter. Always check to be sure. The views and opinions expressed by others in our newsletter do not necessarily reflect the views of AffordableDisney.Com.
=========================
Copyright © 1999 - 2012 by John P. Gross. All rights reserved.