Perhaps the hottest debate in family vacations is whether to choose Walt Disney World or the Universal Orlando Resort. Covering all of the factors for these two parks would have us here for weeks, so let’s take a look at the two parks if you are traveling with smaller children. Obviously, traveling with young children has its unique challenges,...

Shades of Green is the Military Only Resort located right on Walt Disney World property.Shades of Green is located right on Walt Disney World Property, in the Magic Kingdom Resort Area very near Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, Shades of Green is open to all U.S. Service Members current and retired  Active, Reserve, and...

Shades of Green the military Resort at Walt Disney World in Orlando Florida has 2 different non-suite room types, the Standard Room and the Poolside Room.Shades of Green is located right on Walt Disney World Property, in the Magic Kingdom Resort Area very near Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, Shades of Green is open...

Shades of Green, the Military Only Resort on Walt Disney World property sets their room rates by pay-grade.Shades of Green Resort You’ll find Shades of Green has reasonable room rates when compared to many of the Disney World Resorts and other hotels in the local area. Rates are based upon your pay grade or status, with junior members paying...

Fun Spot America with Parks in Kissimmee, Orlando, and Atlanta is offering a fantastic Military Discount! Fun Spot America Theme Parks is a family-owned business with a long history in the Orlando area. Starting with go-carts back in the 70s they now have big thrill rides as well as family friendly and kid rides. Fun Spot has 2 locations in the...

 Will there be a Disney Military Discount next year? Is a question that I begin getting in increasing numbers starting every summer.This year the queries have started rolling in! The military community usually starts asking this question in the June timeframe because Disney usually releases their general public resort rates for the upcoming year in...

We all know Pluto, Mickey’s trusty pal! He’s a truly unique classic Disney character because he remained a true dog. No talking, walking upright, or really any other human traits. We really know him as the goodest of good boys, and his birthday is September 5th! Let’s celebrate Pluto with some Disney Pluto history! “Yet through all these...

Shades of Green provides Laundry Rooms for guests.Updated 18 August 2023 – After a month and a half long debacle of closing the laundry rooms in both wings of the hotel, the laundry rooms have finally reopened with new machines. For a long time there had been WiFi connectivity issues (for payment processing) for the old machines due to...

Welcome to the magical world of Walt Disney World, where dreams come true and magic is around every corner! If you’re a major Toy Story fan, then get ready for the perfect day filled with all of your favorite characters, thrilling rides, and fun-filled attractions. Imagine walking through Andy’s backyard, exploring the Toy Story Land, and experiencing all the...

Waiting in line for Walt Disney World Attractions is a Given. But waiting in line to eat doesn’t have to be!Note: During these times of social distancing and reduced restaurant capacity, almost every Walt Disney World Quick Service Restaurant that is open is using Mobile Order as the only or primary way of getting your food. Some Disney Resort...