MousePlanet reader Christopher Wing sent along some photos of the aftermath
of Hurricane Charley, which are shown throughout the Update. The following
is Chris' first-hand experience with the storm.
I was on vacation at Walt Disney World from August 7 to 14, but had
to stay an extra three days because of the hurricane; it was the earliest
the airline could reschedule me. Port Orleans Riverside was very nice
about letting me keep my same room at the same Annual Passholder discount
rate for the extra days. I had friends visiting WDW at the same time
(staying at another resort), but for the most part I was travelling
alone.
A shattered tree lies on the ground at Port Orleans Riverside after the
storm hit on the morning of August 14. Photo by Christopher Wing.
The day of the storm, the parks all closed at 1 p.m. When I got back
to Port Orleans Riverside, the food court was completely mobbed. People
were grabbing all the food they could carry. I went to Boatwright's
instead and put my name on the waiting list (all reservations were cancelled,
and it was walk-up only). They said the earliest I could be seated was
4:45. I arrived back at about 4:50, but my table had already been given
away.
Speed limit signs are bent from the force of the winds near the entrance
to the Magic Kingdom. Photo by Christopher Wing.
They gave me a pager and told me to wait, which I did for about two
hours, then the crowds started thinning, and eventually when I was the
last person left there, they said, “Why are you waiting here? We
stopped serving an hour ago." I was alone on this trip, so nobody told
me anything until it was too late.
Apparently the storm was upgraded to a Category 4 by this point, and
everybody had to go back to their room. The food court was still mobbed,
and by now, totally gutted of food. The pizza counter folks were shouting
over the crowd that they had no more pizza left. I saw people carrying
stacks of 8 large pizzas back to their room. On the way back to my room,
one of these people jokingly offered to sell me a slice for $5. Even
the vending machines were totally sold out.
Cast iron lightposts snapped off at the base lay beside the walkway between
the Boardwalk and Disney MGM Studios. Photo by Christopher Wing.
I think Port Orleans was particularly severely hit by the food shortage
because the entire Fort Wilderness campground was evacuated to Port
Orleans Riverside for the duration of the storm. The parking lot was
literally flooded with RVs. This put an incredible stress on the facilities
at Port Orleans Riverside. I had friends staying at Coronado Springs,
and they said that Pepper Market stayed open, and there was some sort
of dinner service arranged in the convention center area for the resort
guests. No such luck at Port Orleans Riverside. I went to bed without
lunch or dinner.
Half of the letters from the marquee at JellyRolls were blown away. Photo
by Christopher Wing.
Back in the room, there was nothing to do but watch TV. All the local
stations were covering the storm, of course, and the Disney stations
were all showing movies in continuous loops: Finding Nemo, Monsters,
Inc., A Bug's Life and Brother Bear. It was funny
to note that they just popped in the DVD somewhere and pressed play,
because when the movies were finished, the DVD menu would come up, and
you could see someone going through to select “play" again.
Every few hours, the message light would blink on the phone, indicating
another status update from the front desk, telling us to stay indoors
until we got the all-clear. Despite the 100+ mph winds, the building
hardly shook at all. The worst part was the noise, which sounded like
a freight train howling past.
A shop near the International Gateway's awning is removed after being
damaged by the storm. A little bit remained. Photo by Christopher Wing.
In the morning, messages told us to stay in a little while longer (presumably
so Disney could clear away some of the debris that was blocking roads).
The food court was again mobbed at breakfast. Instead, I went to the
Magic Kingdom. Tony's Town square was not serving breakfast, they said,
but they made an 11:30 priority seating for me at the Liberty Tree Tavern.
Service was slow because all their computers were down. My server was
very apologetic for the delays, but I told him there was no need to
be. It was 27 hours since my last meal, so an extra few minutes weren't
going to matter much. Fastpass was down at all the rides as well, so
their computer problem seemed pretty widespread.
Echo Lake at the MGM Studios is filled with stripped palm fronds and bark
blown off of trees by Hurricane Charley. Photo by Christopher Wing.
The remaining three days were alternating rainy and sunny, like the
weather before the storm. On the news, they kept saying that the airport
was NOT a storm shelter, and I thought this was kind of odd. But then
when I got there, (see photos) I saw what they meant. The place looked
much worse than WDW. I had to walk through a puddle to get to the door
of the jetway.
A tree blocking the pathway from Alligator Bayou to the South Bus Depot
was cut with chainsaws to allow guests to pass. Removal of the remainder
was a lower priority. Photo by Christopher Wing.
Thanks for sharing your story and photos, Chris!
Hurricane Charley: Walt Disney World reacts and responds
Last Monday, Al Weiss announced assistance for Central Florida families
and cast members in the wake of Hurricane Charley, saying, “Our Disney
family always steps up in times of crisis to assist those in need. We
are joining with other caring corporate citizens to provide much-needed
help and compassion in the community and within our own company.”
The Downtown Disney AMC Theatres sign has been stripped of its shell.
Photo by Christopher Wing.
DisneyHand, the outreach arm of the Walt Disney Company, announced a
contribution totaling $100,000 to the American Red Cross and the Heart
of Florida United Way. At the same time, Walt Disney World will conduct
a food drive with employees to benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank, while
at the same time providing work crews to assist with the recovery effort.
An uprooted tree lies near the entrance to the resort. Photo by Christopher
Wing.
To assist cast members, the resort is providing an array of programs,
offering up to $5,000 for cast members who sustained catastrophic damage
to their home or severe personal injury, up to $1,000 to assist needy
cast members with recovery from the storm through a fund with an initial
donation of $50,000 by the resort (additional funds may be contributed
by cast members worldwide), complimentary rooms at resort hotels for cast
members who have experienced catastrophic hardships or have unique medical
needs, a 50 percent discount on resort hotel rooms for cast members who
can't stay at their home due to a loss of electricity or other reasons
and increased childcare capacity for school-age children at on-property
childcare locations.
Orlando International Airport's gate 5 is flooded and taped off. Photo
by Christopher Wing.
Hurricane Charley: The company thanks the cast
In the wake of the response of the Walt Disney World cast members to
the strike and aftermath of Hurricane Charley, messages were sent to the
cast by company CEO Michael Eisner and Walt Disney World Executive Vice
President for Operations Lee Cockerell.
Fallen ceiling tiles were turned into soggy mush by water near Orlando
International Airport's gate 22. Photo by Christopher Wing.
Eisner's message attempted to reassure the cast members (and employees,
though what the difference might be is unclear) that the company appreciated
their work and that it will provide financial support to those in need.
Dear Fellow Employees & Cast Members:
As I'm sure you're aware, today, Florida is undergoing a massive
recovery effort following one of the most powerful storms ever to
hit this area. Throughout the state, Hurricane Charley has destroyed
a great deal of property and, most tragically, has taken lives.
Of our over 50,000 Cast Members living in and around Orlando, many
have been affected with damage, flooding, loss of power and other
hardships. We sincerely hope that no personal harm has been suffered
by our Cast and their families through this tragedy.
Even through the devastation of Hurricane Charley, your colleagues
at Walt Disney World displayed remarkable dedication to ensure the
safety and comfort of the 75,000 guests currently staying at our
resort hotels. In fact, with their families secured at home, many
of your fellow Cast Members remained to see our guests through this
disaster, including approximately 15,000 Cast Members who stayed
on-property last night.
It's nothing short of amazing to see such commitment and loyalty.
At our theme parks and resorts, we've always believed in the concept
of “we work while you play,” whether it's the weekend
or Christmas Day, but this goes above and beyond the call of duty.
We will never forget seeing this extraordinary quality in our Cast
after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, and I am once again
proud of and overwhelmed by their complete and total dedication
to the happiness and welfare of others.
To help alleviate any burden to our Cast Members affected by this
terrible storm, we have already placed Disney Operation Care (D.O.C.)
into motion, much as we did for our employees impacted by the horrible
Southern California wildfires last October. Through D.O.C., your
Company will provide financial and other assistance to help those
Cast Members who have experienced significant hardship. In addition,
the Company has also committed $100,000 to the American Red Cross
and the Heart of Florida United Way hurricane relief funds.
While Hurricane Charley has passed through the region and heads
up the Eastern Seaboard, reports confirm that another tropical depression
is currently forming in the Atlantic. Our thoughts and prayers are
with our fellow Cast Members and our fellow Americans during this
difficult time. Even after the storms have passed, the rebuilding
and recovery effort will continue to be part of their lives for
some time to come. As always, we strive to be a responsible member
of the Central Florida community, and we will continue to do our
part to help.
Michael
Cockerell's note took more of a cheerleading tone, praising cast members
for sacrificing and pulling together to continue to bring the magic to
reseort guests despite the hard circumstances.
“Magic” During Hurricane Charley
The last few days have been difficult for all of you, I know. Hurricane
Charley put everyone under additional stress, and I want you to
know how much I appreciate the wonderful job that all of you did
under the pressure of taking care of our Guests, while taking care
of yourself and your families.
From time to time we have a crisis to deal with, and the outcome
is always the same: YOU always create “magic” for our
Guests.
We have been receiving unbelievable comments from our Guests on
the extraordinary job YOU all did these last few days. One lady
said, “This kind of service and kindness could only happen
at Disney.” She is correct by the way.
The commitment and spirit that all of YOU show-in good or difficult
times-are remarkable.
I know that many of you are going through some very difficult personal
situations with damage to your homes and property. Please let your
Leader know if there is something that we can do to assist you.
Even if we can't assist you, perhaps we can direct you to the right
resources.
Even after Charley passed, the number of YOU who came in to help
out and to take Cross-U shifts to cover those who could not get
in was again beyond expectation. Because of your commitment, we
were able to provide our Guests a “magical” day on Saturday.
Michael Eisner in a note to all of you made the following comment:
“It's nothing but amazing to see such commitment and loyalty."
Bob Iger sent me the following note:
Lee,
"The efforts of the entire Walt Disney World Cast have been Herculean.
Forget the Olympics… Your team is the winner of the Gold
Medal"!… Bob
Jay Rasulo was continually in contact with us and offered the following
perspective: “The Walt Disney World Cast once again showed
the world why we are the best in the hospitality business."
Al Weiss, when hearing that the call-ins were below normal on Friday
the 13th even with the approaching hurricane, simply said, “That's
our Cast."
I really cannot add much more to Michael's, Bob's, Jay's, and Al's
comments other than to say, “I am proud to say that I am on
this Walt Disney World Team of Champions. This is the first big
crisis that we have had to deal with since 9-11-2001; and once again,
YOU all came through with flying colors."
We have had four really serious crisis situations over the last
ten years that I remember well because all four of them caused us
to close the parks. We had Hurricane Erin, Hurricane Floyd, 9-11,
and now Hurricane Charley. We defeated all four of them, and they
went home as losers. We are still here creating “magic”
and memories, so the score is Visitors 0 - Walt Disney World 4.
The reason that we won all four of these big events is that we
have a world-class team that always stays focused on our Vision
and Purpose while performing our Roles in the show. Great Job, Everyone!…
Lee
Orlando International Airport's gate 22 is flooded, with debris on the
floor. Photo by Christopher Wing.
Hurricane Charley: Charley deals Cypress Gardens a setback
Following the $2- to $4-million damage caused by Hurricane Charley, Cypress
Gardens owner Kent Buescher said that the park will not open in October,
as previously scheduled. Many plants and trees were destroyed and several
buildings were damaged, including the ice palace theater. There is no
new estimated opening time yet. The storm will live on, though, as Buescher
said that it's likely that one of the four new roller coasters will be
named “Hurricane Charley.”
Hurricane Charley: After surviving Charley, next up is mosquitos
One portion of the aftermath of Hurricane Charley is not related to destruction
of property, but rather standing water. Mosquitos breed very successfully
in standing water. Some areas, already wet from last spring's rainstorms,
received six to eight inches of rain. As the mosquito eggs hatch this
week, the new young mosquitos will be looking for food, which in this
case is blood.
With the eggs already beginning to hatch, emergency measures are being
taken. Orange County is spraying and distribution of mosquito repellant
to those who ask for it, in priority order. The county will have 100,000
cases of mosquito repellant with the active ingredient deet. If you plan
to bring your own repellant, please make certain that it includes between
25-30 percent deet.
Court approves listing of train measure pricetag for ballot
Florida's high-speed rail project was dealt another setback last week
when the Florida Supreme Court approved ballot language for the proposed
constitutional amendment repealing the previous amendment that forced
the state to go forward with the bullet train project. The approved version
of the language notes that the state could save an estimated $20-25 billion
over 30 years. When the original amendment was approved four years ago,
no cost estimate was included. The amendment will be on the ballot this
election day.
Pleasure Island update
We've now been able to confirm that the Pleasure Island price-reduction
test we reported on last week will run through December 30. During this
test period, not only will Pleasure Island one-night tickets be reduced
to $16.95 plus tax, but current Pleasure Island Annual Passholders will
be able to get an additional three months added to their Annual Pass by
visiting a Pleasure Island ticket booth. Guests purchasing a Pleasure
Island Annual Pass during this test also will get a Pleasure Island 15-Month
Multi-Club Pass.
Those who read the schedules at the bottom of the Update are probably
familiar with the schedule of nightly bands at the West End Stage and
three or four nights of music at the Rock and Roll Beach Club. Thanks
to the new open access to Pleasure Island's walkways for all guests, it
appears that this configuration is coming to an end. As of the beginning
of September, Disney is cutting off entertainment at the West End Stage
and running nightly acts at the Rock and Roll Beach Club. This appears
to be intended to make Pleasure Island more of a “walk through but
don't hang out unless you're in the store. There's no word yet on whether
this means that the nightly New Year's Eve celebration will be ending
due to this.
Sea Raycer/Water Mouse policy clarification
We reported back in April that the requirements for renting recreational
boats had changed. Apparently, the changes are only for the new Sea Raycer
boats, due to the increased performance level of the boats. The locations
that continue to use the Water Mouse boats (Downtown Disney, Disney's
Old Key West, Disney's Caribbean Beach, Disney's Port Orleans, Disney's
Yacht and Beach Club and Disney's Coronado Springs Resorts) will continue
to apply the old policy, which permits guests at least 12 years old and
5 feet tall to operate independently as long as the parent/legal guardian
signs for the child.
New AP rates expected imminently
Annual Passholder room discounts and fall Dream Maker packages are expected
to be released at any point, though they were not available as of press
time. Expect them to be available any day, covering August 29 through
December.
Ears to the ground
…We're sorry to have scared those of you who read the Refurbishments
and Closures section last week. Disney had listed Liberty Square as being
closed from September 9 to 18 and we had resported it as such. They have
now clarified that it is the Liberty Square Riverboat that will
be down, and the correct dates are now September 5 to 18.
…The mermaid atop the fountain from Splash located near the Backlot
Tour at the Disney-MGM studios was broken off by Hurricane Charley, though
there are reports that the fountain has already been repaired.
“it's a small world” – closed through March
18, 2005 for rehab (info).
20,000 League Under the Sea lagoon – walled off to “clear
the land as well as add landscape for future use” through November
19, with the walls tentatively coming down on November 11.
The ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter – closed for good
to be replaced with new Stitch's Great Escape, scheduled to open
October 1.
Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress – expected to remain
open for the duration of the Stitch's Great Escape construction, then
will go down for major rehab.
Timekeeper – seasonal – finished summer run on August
14.
Adventureland – opens with the rest of the park daily
with the exception of the Jungle Cruise and the Enchanted
Tiki Room – Under New Management, which open at 10 a.m.
The Hall of Presidents and the Country Bear Jamboree
– open at 10 a.m. every day.
Tomorrowland Indy Speedway – remains open during its rehab.
Work on the grandstand and other support areas runs through mid-August,
track work through late September.
Fantasyland Skyway building area – under rehab through
September 30. The waterfall, bridge and pond to be replaced with a meet-and-greet
for Snow White and a new stroller parking area for “it's a small
world.”
Tom Sawyer Island - closed through September 25; Rivers of
America unaffected.
Jungle Cruise – closed through September 5.
Liberty Square Riverboat - will not be operating September
5 - 18.
Magic Carpets of Aladdin – closed September 13 –
October 15.
Ariel's Grotto – closed September 13 – November
11 for theme-matching with the 20,000 Leagues Lagoon reclamation.
The Hub area in front of the castle – undergoes more refurbishing
in January 2005.
Astro Orbiter – closed January 2 – February 16,
2005.
Dumbo the Flying Elephant – closed January 10 –
February 12, 2005.
The Electrical Water Pageant on Seven Seas Lagoon and Bay Lake
– will not be running through the end of the month. Damage to one
of the floats from Hurricane Charley is still being repaired.
Epcot
The Universe of Energy – may close for a short rehab at
any time to remove the ExxonMobil signage now that its pavilion sponsorship
has ended.
Rose & Crown Pub & Dining Room – returned from
rehab.
Food Rocks – closed permanently to make way for the entrance
to the new Soarin' Over California attraction.
The Behind the Seeds Walking Tour of the greenhouses at The
Land – discontinued during reconstruction of the Food Rocks area
into the queue for Soarin'. Expected to resume upon completion of the
construction.
The Land pavilion – expected closure January – March
2005 for completion of the Soarin' attraction.
The Wonders of Life pavilion – open seasonally. The Pure
and Simple eatery and the Well and Goods Limited shop have
been removed, while the Body Wars, Cranium Command, and
The Making of Me attractions now open when the pavilion is open.
The pavilion did not open this summer, which does not bode well for
the future. However, it is expected to be open next January – March
during the closure of The Land pavilion.
Disney-MGM Studios
Residential Street at the Disney-MGM Studios – closed
and demolished and construction well underway to turn the site into
the Lights, Motors, Action! Extreme Stunt Show, an American version
of the popular Moteurs… Action! stunt show from the Walt
Disney Studios at Disneyland Paris.
The Magic of Disney Animation – closes for rehab September
13-24.
New York Street – undergoing construction to change some
facades to represent Chicago and San Francisco. Previously believed
to be renamed Big City Street, the newly confirmed name of the area
is the Streets of America Backlot. The target completion date:
October 2.
The Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights – returns this
year on the Streets of America backlot, November 24 – January 2.
Animal Kingdom
Pocahontas and her Forest Friends – closes September 7-11.
Festival of the Lion King – closes September 16-18.
The Boneyard – closes for rehab September 20 – October
14.
Resorts
Port Orleans Resort – Ongoing two-year extensive rehab
of its rooms. Phase I's French Quarter has reopened. Phase II is underway,
and involves Riverside going through a phased rehab. The Magnolia Bend
mansions will go down one by one, followed by Alligator Bayou closing
in sections.
Polynesian Resort – nearing completion of the refurbishment
of longhouses. Each longhouse under rehab is walled off and isolated
during its rehab. Room refurbishments are resuming. Scheduled: Rapa
Nui January 3 – April 1, 2005, Tahiti April 24 – August 17,
2005. Tokelau, not yet refurbished, is not yet scheduled.
Disney's Old Key West Resort – The main pool closes September
7 through mid-December to construct a new themed water slide.
Disney's BoardWalk Resort – portions of the resort will
see work on the piping system take place in corridors outside guest
rooms daily between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. through summer 2005. No work is
scheduled inside guest rooms.
Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa (a new Disney Vacation
Club resort) – now open. Construction continues on the rest of
the resort; the other three buildings of Phase I are due by the end
of the year, the eight units of Phase II are due in 2005, and the six
units of the newly-announced Phase III are due in 2007. Phase III will
involve the razing of the old Fairway Villas.
Water Parks
Blizzard Beach – closes for its annual rehab on October
24..
Elsewhere
Cirque du Soleil – La Nouba – performs Tuesdays through
Saturdays, but closes August 22–25, October 17–20, and December
5–13.
The All Star Cafe at Disney's Wide World of Sports complex
– now closed Monday-Wednesday. Open Thursday–Sunday, from
11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Last week to reserve room discounts through September
Discounts are available on rooms at Walt Disney World for stays from
August 29 through September 29. Reservations must be made by August 28.
Additional discounts were also announced for Annual Passholders, Florida
residents, and Canadian residents. See the Walt Disney World web site
(link)
or MouseSavers (link)
for more information.
Play 4 Days is back
The Florida Resident Play 4 Days Ticket allows Florida residents four
days of play in Disney's four theme parks between July 30 and Nov. 21,
2004 for $119 per person ($126.74 including tax). Park-hopping is permitted
on the days used. The ticket is available at Disney theme parks, Florida
Disney Stores, and other locations such as Florida AAA offices. Proof
of Florida residency is required.
Last week to reserve September Dream Maker package discount
A new specially-priced Dream Maker package is available for most nights
from August 29 - September 29. The discount is on the room portion of
the package only. Reservations must be made by August 28. See the Walt
Disney World web site (link)
or MouseSavers (link)
for more information.
Last week to reserve special Night of Joy package available
A new Night of Joy Travel Package is available starting at $149 per
person, per night based on double adult occupancy at Disney Resort. The
Night of Joy Travel Package features: three-night accommodations at a
Disney Value Resort; one Ultimate Park Hopper Ticket good for all Walt
Disney World theme parks and more from check-in day through check-out
day; and one three-day Night of Joy Ticket for Disney's 22nd annual Christian
music celebration in Magic Kingdom. The package also includes an Official
Walt Disney World Travel Company luggage tag (one per person), two souvenir
Disney trading pins and two lanyards (per room) plus a Choice Feature
such as miniature golf, a Leave a Legacy tile at Epcot or savings on a
dining experience at Planet Hollywood at Downtown Disney West Side. Reservations
must be made by August 28.
Rate reductions at Radisson Resort Parkway
Radission Resort Parkway, a MousePlanet sponsor, has reduced their rates
even more. Rates have been dropped effective immediately to September
levels. Book now through the end of September for ratest starting at $75.95.
In addition to these reduced rates, guests can receive a complimentary
upgrade to deluxe pool view accommodations for the remainder of 2004 simply
by typing in the code of ãUPGRä in the promotional field of the reservation.
Courtyard View
Deluxe Pool View
Bed & Breakfast Pkg - Courtyard View
8/9/04 - 9/30/04
$75.95
$85.95
$93.95
10/1/04 - 12/23/04
$84.95
$94.95
$102.95
12/24/04 - 12/31/04
$109.95
$119.95
$127.95
Click here
for more information, or here
to make reservations now.
2005 rates will be available shortly.
Florida Resident Cirque du Soleil La Nouba special
Florida residents can receive 20 percent off Category Two tickets at
Cirque du Soleil in Downtown Disney's West Side from June 1 – September
30, 2004. Blackout dates are June 20 – July 5 and August 22–25.
Proof of residency and advance purchase are required. The discount is
not available at the ticket window, and there is a limit of four tickets
per transaction. To order call 407-939-1282.
Gaylord Palms to pay for gas
Guests of the Gaylord Palms Resort will receive a $75 credit to cover
the higher cost of gasoline for stays of at least three nights from June
15 through Sept. 6. The Orlando-area resort will provide the room credit
to guests who make a reservation using the promotion code FREEGAS. It
is not a requirement that guests drive to the resort in order to get the
discount.
Disney's Summer Price Slice returns
Summer Price Slice is back with special-value greens fees on tee times
after 10 a.m. daily from May 17 through September 30 on Disney's five
championship courses.
Golfers can test the premier Osprey Ridge course after 10 a.m. for $65
(compared to a normal seasonal greens fee of $119) or Eagle Pines for
$50 (compared to a normal seasonal fee of $109). Post-10 a.m. rounds on
the Magnolia, Palm or Lake Buena Vista courses are $45 (compared to a
normal seasonal fee of $99). Cart is included.
Disney's Summer Price Slice also gives golfers the opportunity to play
afternoon rounds late into the day. Golfers can take on Osprey Ridge after
3 p.m. for $35 ($30 after 5 p.m.). Eagle Pines, Magnolia, Palm and Lake
Buena Vista start at $30 after 3 p.m. ($25 after 5 p.m.).
For tee times, guests may call 407/WDW-GOLF (407-939-4653). For information
on the Walt Disney World golf courses Web site (link).
Plan ahead and save a few bucks
The Walt Disney World Resort is encouraging visitors to buy their theme
park tickets before they even leave home, by offering a slight discount
on advance purchases. You can save as much as $26 per adult, per ticket
with the “Advance Purchase Savings” program. These prices are
before the 6.5 percent Orange County sales tax.
You can also receive these Advance Purchase Savings with packages purchased
through AAA.
Multi-Day Tickets
Gate Prices
Advance Purchase Price
Savings
4-Day Park Hopper: Adults
$219
$202
$17
Children ages 3 - 9
$176
$162
$14
5-Day Park Hopper: Adults
$249
$230
$19
Children ages 3 - 9
$200
$184
$16
5-Day Park Hopper Plus: Adults
$282
$259
$23
Children ages 3 - 9
$226
$208
$18
6-Day Park Hopper Plus: Adults
$312
$288
$24
Children ages 3 - 9
$250
$231
$21
7-Day Park Hopper Plus: Adults
$342
$316
$26
Children ages 3 - 9
$274
$253
$21
Annual Passholders
Receive 10 percent off the price of their lunch meal at selected
Walt Disney World Resort hotel restaurants, and the discount is good for
up to three guests. The offer is valid Mondays through Fridays. Call 407-WDW-DINE
(407-939-3463) for locations and reservations.
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