Military Discounts for Walt Disney World 2021 - Important Update!
2021 Military Discounts for Walt Disney World
Military discounts are now available on Walt Disney World Resort hotels and tickets. The discount is just slightly better than the Early 2021 offer available to the general public.
2021 Military Promotional Resort Room Only reservations are available at select resorts. Some exclusions are Art of Animation Little Mermaid rooms, all 3-Bedroom Villas, and campsites. You can book now for travel starting January 1, 2021 through December 17, 2021.
Spouses of military service members members also qualify if they are able to present valid and active U.S. military IDs in the absence of active or retired military personnel.
Military rates are not always the best way to go. There could be better value in other offers, especially if you need theme park tickets. Contact me and I will help you determine the best deal available for your family and travel style.
Walt Disney World Military Discount on Tickets:
Members of the U.S. Military can choose between a 4-day, 5-day or 6-day Disney Military Promotional Ticket. Tickets must be purchased by February 14, 2021 and can be used through September 26, 2021.
Walt Disney World Military Ticket Prices:
6-Day Military Promotional Tickets
Purchase now through December 18, 2020 (extended through February 14, 2021*)
With the Park Hopper Option: $301 plus tax
5-Day Military Promotional Tickets
Purchase now through December 18, 2020 (extended through February 14, 2021*)
With the Park Hopper Option: $283 plus tax
4-Day Military Promotional Tickets
Purchase now through December 18, 2020 (extended through February 14, 2021*)
With the Park Hopper Option: $265 plus tax
Park Pass Reservations and Military Tickets
Tickets can be purchased at a military base or at the Shades of Green Resort at Walt Disney World. You want to make Park Pass reservations as soon as possible so picking up your tickets at Shades of Green is risky.
Also, there’s a good chance you won’t be able to make Park Pass reservations on the same day you pick up your tickets because My Disney Experience can take up to 24 hours to update. I do not recommend waiting until you arrive at Walt Disney World to make your Park Pass reservations, you should make them as far in advance as possible.
Therefore, you may wish to purchase regular-priced tickets in 2021 and just forgo the discount. Please keep in mind that having a hotel reservation at Walt Disney World and/or theme park tickets does not guarantee admission to the parks, Park Pass reservations are still required.
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For over 12 years Darren Wittko has been helping people save money at Walt Disney World as both, a travel writer and a travel advisor with Magical Vacations Travel. He’s featured in the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World as a Best of the Best Disney Travel Agent. Darren resides in Celebration, FL.
Recent Updates
Florida Residents Take Note: Save on Rooms at Pop Century Dec 22 - 31, 2020
Pop Century Resort Offer December 22-31, 2020
Tke advantage of an Agency Exclusive offer from Magical Vacations Travel when you book a room at Disney’s Pop Century Resort between December 22 through December 31, 2020.
Florida residents can also take advantage of two great ticket offers. Get a 4 day Florida Resident Disney Magic Flex Ticket for just $49 per day, plus tax. Or, enjoy a 3-day ticket for $58 per day, plus tax.
Or, save up to 40% on 3- and 4-day tickets (compared to the price of a non-Florida resident 3- and 4-day ticket). Visit 1 theme park per day.
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For over 12 years Darren Wittko has been helping people save money at Walt Disney World as both, a travel writer and a travel advisor with Magical Vacations Travel. He’s featured in the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World as a Best of the Best Disney Travel Agent. Darren resides in Celebration, FL.
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Service Update: Disney's Magical Express at Walt Disney World Resort
Important operational update beginning July 2020
Disney’s Magical Express - Service Update
Please be aware that while Disney’s Magical Express will continue its service as complimentary airport transportation for guests arriving and departing from Orlando International Airport, beginning Thursday, July 16th, Disney’s Magical Express will no longer provide luggage delivery service.
Luggage assistance will be available at the front of Disney Resort hotels, including luggage storage and/or transport to the room. Upon your departure, you should ensure your luggage is with you and loaded onto the motorcoach so you can check it with your airline once you reach the airport.
The resort airline check-in service will not be offered at this time.
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5 Things You Need to Know About 2021 Walt Disney World Resort Packages
Starting today, 2021 Walt Disney World Resort vacation packages go on sale. There are a few changes, plus a few more on the way but here are the top 5 things you need to know.
Please reach out to me with any questions you have. If you would like complimentary assistance planning your 2021 Walt Disney World vacation, please fill out my Quote Form today, and I’ll reply with some options for you.
Disney Skyliner over Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort
2021 Walt Disney World Resort Updates:
2021 Walt Disney World Resort Packages are available now (Jan 1 - Sep 26 only)
2021 Magical Vacations Travel Agency Exclusive Offers are coming soon! Look for them on my Offers Page and on the MVT website.
Park Hoppers and Water Park options are available
Disney Dining Plans are temporarily on hold but should return soon
Magic Bands are no longer needed beginning Jan 1, 2021, but can be purchased if you prefer to use one instead of an iPhone or Andriod phone.
If you’re wondering why you can book through September 26 only, don’t worry. We are all puzzled by that. I’m hearing it has something to do with the 50th-anniversary celebration kicking off in the fall. Walt Disney World Resort turns 50 on October 1, 2021.
Price Watch and Perks
Did you know that when you book your Walt Disney World vacation through me you receive special perks like Price Watch, Agency Exclusive hotel offers, and the option to make payments? Check them out here on the Perks Page!
To be among the first to hear about Agency Exclusive Offers for 2021, please follow me on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. As always, all my offers can be found here at SAVEatWDW.com
Walt Disney World Begins Taking Reservations for July 1, 2020
Reservations for summer travel are already coming in as Walt Disney World began allowing guests and travel advisors to book vacations from July 1st and later on Monday.
As of 7:00 am on Tuesday, June 12, the Walt Disney World website listed that 195 people had booked a room at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort in the last 24 hours. Another 127 guests had booked a room at Disney’s All-Star Movie Resort and 158 guests booked at Disney’s Pop Century Resort.
There are three offers guests can take advantage of in July: Sun & Fun Room Offer, Annual Passholder Offer, and a Florida Resident Offer.
In addition, Disney is allowing those with June reservations to adjust their reservation or make a new one for dates starting on July 1st or later.
Walt Disney World resort is currently closed until further notice because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and no official reopening date has been officially announced. However, Disney Springs will reopen in phases starting May 20th.
According to the Walt Disney World website, “theme parks will be limited in capacity and subject to limited availability or closure, based on direction from health experts and government officials to promote physical distancing.”
To get started on a quote, visit the Online Quote Page. You can also check the Current Offers page.
UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship at Walt Disney World - Book Now!
The UCA High School Cheer Nationals are being held on February 12-14, 2021 at Walt Disney World Resort. This is President’s Day weekend as well as Mardi Gras, so I do expect Walt Disney World hotels to sell out in record time.
Photo: UCA National High School Cheerleading Championship
The good news is that you can book your room today! Popular hotels at Walt Disney World for this event are Disney’s All Star Sports, Disney’s Pop Century, Art of Animation and Disney’s Coronado Springs and Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort.
Can I book my room, tickets, and dining now?
You can book a ticketless package for right now (just the room), and add tickets and dining on as soon as they become available from Disney. Probably in June or July of 2020.
Are there any room discounts available now?
Not yet, but I do expect winter room offers to become available later this year. We might even an Agency Exclusive Offer here at Magical Vacations Travel, as we typically have offers that cover President’s Day weekend. I can automatically apply an offer or discount if one becomes available for your reservation type.
Should I book now or wait for a discount?
The UCA National Cheerleading Championship falls on one of the busiest weekends at Walt Disney World of the year. As a travel advisor, I am already booking room reservations for February 2021. For the best availability and to get the hotel you want, I would not wait to book.
Can I adjust my dates after I book?
Yes, the cancellation modification policy will be explained to you on your quote, but changes are subject to availability.
How do I get a quote?
Get your quote today by filling out the Quote Form.
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Book With Confidence! Walt Disney World Deposit & Cancellation Policy Review
During these uncertain times, I find that many people still want to visit Walt Disney World Resort, but are a little uncertain about the deposit and cancellation policies should they need to cancel or postpone their trip.
First, I would not hesitate to book, every day I am hard at work running quotes and booking summer and fall travel, even amidst a pandemic. One thing the Disney fans know, you can’t book a Walt Disney World trip last-minute!
These days, the most popular question I get is about the Walt Disney World cancellation policy. Followed by, “when will Disney World reopen?” No one knows when it will open, but I can provide some general information on the deposit and cancellation policies that might put you at ease if you’re thinking of traveling to Disney World this year.
Walt Disney World Deposit Policies
On Resort Packages (when you combine hotel, tickets, and dining), the deposit is $200.
Room-Only reservations have a deposit amount that is equal to the cost of 1 night’s lodging.
Agency Exclusive Offers from Magical Vacations Travel have a deposit amount that is equal to the cost of 1 night’s lodging.
Theme Park Passes (not part of a Resort Package) require full payment at the time of order.
Walt Disney World Cancellation Policies
Under normal conditions, Resort Packages would need to be canceled outside of 30-days prior to arrival for a full refund. Due to the pandemic, Disney World is waiving cancellation fees and penalties through June 30th. This will likely be extended if Disney World continues to remain closed.
Agency Exclusive Offers from Magical Vacations Travel, have a cancellation policy of 5-days prior to arrival for a full refund on the room, even if the reservation is paid in full.
Room-Only reservations can be cancelled up to 5-days prior to arrival for a full refund.
Walt Disney World Ticket Orders - tickets are generally non-fundable once purchased. However, tickets with unused days and date-specific tickets with a valid use period that falls within the closure period can be used through December 15, 2020. They can also be saved and used towards the cost of a ticket on a future visit to Walt Disney World.
It’s worth noting that not one of my clients lost any money during this entire pandemic for having to change or cancel their reservations. Disney has been very understanding, it’s really nice to see.
So now is a great time to plan your visit to Walt Disney World. Bookings are way up for fall travel in particular and many of the Agency Exclusive Offers are beginning to sell out.
With such flexible deposit and cancellation policies, there’s no reason to wait! View the Current Offers page for exclusive discounts throughout 2020 and get started today.
New Updates From Walt Disney World
Some important news coming from Walt Disney World today:
New Walt Disney World Vacation Package Offered to Select Guests
There is a new offer available for Walt Disney World guests who booked a vacation package or room reservation from March 16 through May 31, 2020.
Disney World Introduces Summer Recovery Package for Eligible Guests
Eligible Guests can take advantage of a Walt Disney World package offer that includes accommodations at a select Disney Resort hotel, park admission and one of the Disney dining plans. While some unofficial websites are reporting this is a free Disney dining offer, I have not heard that officially.
This offer is valid for arrivals most nights June 1 through September 30, 2020 and you must book by May 31, 2020. The reservation, regardless of your previous reservation, can be between 2 and 14 nights. I minimum 2-day theme park ticket is required.
This offer is subject to availability. Everyone in the same room must be on the same package.
Sun & Fun Offer Extended for all Guests
Disney has also extended the Sun & Fun Offer that was intended to entice spring travelers. Now everyone can take advantage of this offer through August 31, 2020. Guests can save up to 25% on rooms at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels.
Offer excludes the following room types: campsites, 3-bedroom villas, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Click here to get a quote today!
Update on Final Payments
Also, Disney has announced that for those Walt Disney Travel Company packages with final payments coming due 30 days prior to arrival, guests will have until 7 days prior to arrival to make final payment until further notice.
For other Walt Disney World discounts, visit the Walt Disney World Current Offers Page.
Florida Resident Ticket Offer
New Florida Resident TIcket Available for Walt Disney World
The Florida Resident Discover Disney Ticket includes admission to any of the four Walt Disney World theme parks (one theme park per day).
Tickets are available for purchase Jan. 2-June 27, 2020, and can be used any three or four days (depending on ticket purchased) from Jan. 2 through June 30, 2020.
3-day Discover Disney Ticket for $175 plus tax ($59 per day, plus tax)
4-day Discover Disney Ticket for $195 plus tax ($49 per day, plus tax)
Park Hopper and Park Hopper Plus options available This special ticket can be used any days through June 30, 2020, and has no block-out dates, so it’s a great way for Florida residents to discover unforgettable experiences across all four Walt Disney World theme parks in 2020.
Disney Cruise Line Discount Offers
Today I updated the Disney Cruise Line Discount Page with several new ways to save money on your next Disney Cruise.
New Disney Cruise Line Discounts
Disney just announced an 50% off deposit on 4-night or longer cruises for sailings between June 20, 2020 and May 31, 2021. But you must book by Feb 14, 2020.
There are also several Disney Cruise Line discounts available on select cruises for late winter 2020 and early spring 2020.
For more information on these Disney Cruise Line Discount, check out the Disney Cruise Line Current Offers Page.
New Ticket Offer + Agency Exclusive Offers
We’ve been hard at work bringing you a new line up of Agency Exclusive Offers Walt Disney World travel in 2020. New offers are coming in all the time so be sure to check the Current Offers page frequently. I’m hearing news of yet another Agency Exclusive from Magical Vacations Travel coming this week for November (hint…hint).
New 4-Day Magic Ticket Now Available for Walt DIsney World Resort in Florida.
Four-Day Magic Ticket Now Available
And starting today, you can purchase a four-day, Walt Disney World Resort 4-Park Magic Ticket from $89 per day (plus tax).
A regular priced 4-day ticket comes is about $480.39*
A 4-Park Magic Ticket comes is about $398.60*
*Sample pricing based on Aug 1, 2020.
The 4-Park Magic Ticket includes one day of admission to Magic Kingdom Park, one day of admission to Epcot, one day of admission to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and one day of admission to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, for a total of four admissions over a 7-day window.
More Savings!
Save even more when you combine the Four Day Magic Ticket with a Magical Vacations Travel Agency Exclusive Offer.
Water Park Option
You can also upgrade your ticket to include one admission to either Disney water park and one admission to the all-new NBA Experience at Disney Springs*.
Four Day Magic Ticket FAQ
Can I purchase this ticket as part of a Walt Disney World Resort Package?
No. It cannot be combined with a traditional Resort Package. It can be purchased as a separate component to room-only reservations, and Magical Vacations Travel Agency Exclusive Offers.
Do the tickets expire?
You must select a start date on or before September 30, 2020 and ticket expires 7 days after the selected start date.
I want to visit Magic Kingdom twice, and skip Epcot. Can I do that?
No. This ticket can be used to enter each theme park only once and one theme park per day. You can choose the order in which you’d like to visit each park.
Can the Four Day Magic Ticket Be Modified or Canceled?
Tickets are nonrefundable, nontransferable and exclude activities/events separately priced. You can move the start date but there is no credit given if that date costs less. If the start date costs more, you’ll pay the difference in price.
Know Before You Go:
All tickets and options are nontransferable and nonrefundable and exclude activities/events separately priced.
A 4-Park Magic Ticket includes one admission to each of the Walt Disney World theme parks (Magic Kingdom park, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park), for a total of 4 admissions.
Limit one admission per theme park, and one park per day.
Water Park admission is valid for one admission to Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon water park or Disney's Blizzard Beach water park. NBA Experience admission is valid for one admission to the NBA Experience.
Water Parks subject to rehabilitation, seasonal and weather closures.
*To participate in NBA Experience activities, footwear is required; athletic footwear is recommended. Age restrictions may apply. Adults must sign a waiver when they arrive at the venue; for children younger than age 18, the child’s parent/guardian must sign the waiver for minors.
Give the Gift of a Disney Vacation This Holiday Season
Give the gift of a Walt Disney World vacation this holiday season. Visit the Walt Disney World Offers Page for all current offers for 2020, including Agency-Exclusive Offers from Magical Vacations Travel
Offer Alert! Florida Resident Ticket Offer for Walt Disney World Resort
Florida Residents can enjoy some flexibility with their visit when they purchase a special ticket offer!
The Florida Resident Seasonal Flex Ticket is available for use most days through Feb. 29, 2020 (see block-out dates below) at the following rates:
3-Day Ticket – $249 plus tax ($83 per day, plus tax)
4-Day Ticket – $269 plus tax ($68 per day, plus tax)
Please be aware that the following block out dates apply: Nov. 21-28, 2019, Dec. 18, 2019 through Jan. 2, 2020. Tickets can be used on non-consecutive days.
Check out current Walt Disney World offers here
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Why You Shouldn't Wait to Book Disney World in 2020
I have worked exclusively with Disney destinations for the past 10 years and based on my experience, I can see that things are changing at Walt Disney World. 2020 is going to bring many exciting changes, and yes, higher rates and even new policies. We recently saw big changes to Walt Disney World theme park tickets and we saw the end of the long-standing Magic Your Way package.
Back in the spring I predicted major price increases to nightly hotel rates based on the number of reservations I was booking for clients. The rate increase came in July but was cleverly disguised as a free dining offer. What you didn’t see was a significant rate increase on Walt Disney World hotels. If you booked a fall 2019 reservation after the offer came out, well, you paid 2020 rates. By the way, the free dining offer was so limited this year, very few people were able to take advantage of it. There were just a few weeks here and there that needed to be filled.
I do expect additional rate increases on things like PhotoPass and the Disney Dining Plans for 2020 so it would wise to get those components added to your reservation now, just in case.
I’ve heard that Disney is waiting to see what Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge does for attendance before releasing any 2020 discounts. Offers like free dining were created to fill gaps in attendance when tourism was down. But 2019 was the best year for travel and tourism in long, long time. I think Disney is expecting 2020 to be even better.
Disney has been investing a lot of money and resources at Walt Disney World with new hotels, transportation upgrades, attractions and of course Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge. It’s reasonable for Disney to expect a return on its investment. Simply keeping the parks busy isn’t going to be enough after the amount of money they have spent. But we should keep in mind that there is a lot of value in the many, new experiences coming even if prices are higher.
I do recommend booking your trip as early as possible with the refundable deposit, even if you might change your mind later. I have noticed that some hotels are already sold out for select January and February nights. This isn’t normal! Bookings are definitely way up.
Rates can increase again at any time. When you book early in the year you lock in the current price. Plus, Disney allows guests to apply offer codes to existing reservations. If the price goes down, I can make the adjustment provided the offer matches your package type.
As a travel agent obsessed with saving my clients money, I will certainly be on the lookout for any offers that come along and post them here. So, stay tuned! This is going to be a great year at Walt Disney World.
Featured Offer: Disney's Wilderness Lodge Resort Oct 1 - 17, 2019
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Offer
Stay at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Resort anytime between October 1 and October 14, 2019 and save big with this agency-exclusive offer from Magical Vacations Travel.
Disney’s Wilderness Lodge celebrates the majesty of America's Great Northwest. This resort showcases American craftsmanship and honors the beauty of the untamed wilderness. Soak in the splendor of the great outdoors, from nature trails through pine forests to rocking chairs that overlook a murmuring creek. Inside, discover towering totem poles, authentic Native American headdresses and more, and sink into a plush leather armchair in front of the roaring fireplace.
For more information on this exclusive offer, please click the button below and start your quote today!
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2019 Walt Disney World Military Discounts
Beginning today, as a member of the U.S. military, you can enjoy great rates at select Walt Disney World Resort hotels for stays most nights now through 12/19/19 when you book by 12/19/19.
Visit the Military Discounts Page to learn more about how to take advantage of special hotel and ticket rates.
Sometimes the military discount is not the best way to go. To find out all your options, fill out my quote form using the button below and I’ll help you find the best available rate.
You must be active or retired U.S. military personnel (including active or retired members of the National Guard, Reservists, the U.S. Coast Guard, the Commissioned Corps of the Public Health Service (PHS), and the Commissioned Corps of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)). Spouses of military service members and PHS and NOAA Commissioned Corps members also qualify if they are able to present valid and active U.S. military IDs in the absence of active or retired military personnel or Commissioned Corps members.
The number of rooms allocated for Military Discounts is limited. Additional per adult charges may apply if there are more than 2 adults per room at Disney Value, Moderate and Deluxe Resorts and Studios at Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts.
Offer excludes suites in Moderate and Deluxe Resort hotels.
Advance reservations required. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Length of stay requirements may apply.
Offer excludes the following room types: 3-bedroom villas, campsites, Cabins at Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, The Little Mermaid Standard Rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort and Bungalows at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.
View all Walt Disney World Offers on the Offers Page
Offer Alert! Ft. Wilderness Resort Late August
Save big on Wilderness Cabins at Disney’s Ft. Wilderness Resort from August 25 through September 2, 2019 with an Agency-Exclusive offer from Magical Vacations Travel.
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Disney World Offer Alert! 2019 Agency Exclusives Are Here
Agency Exclusive Offers for 2019 Now Available
Today I’m pleased to share that Magical Vacations Travel just released several Agency-Exclusive Offers for 2019. You can view all available offers on the Disney World Offers Page.
Additional offers such as the Walt Disney World Labor Day 2019 Agency Exclusive will be released soon. Stay tuned to SaveAtWDW as they will be announced here as soon as they become available.
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Get Started on 2019 Walt Disney World Reservations Now
Earlier I shared with you that 2019 Walt Disney Travel Company Packages for Walt Disney World Resort will become available on June 19, 2018. I anticipate this to be a very busy day here. If you'd like to begin the process early, you can send me your information in advance by using my Online Quote Request Form. This will allow me to prepare a quote for you faster on June 19.
Also, special offers may be available for select dates in January and February 2019. Be sure to check the Offers Page for updates. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
FLORIDA RESIDENTS ENJOY 3 DAYS OF THEME PARK FUN FOR $139 PLUS TAX WITH THE DISCOVER DISNEY TICKET
New Florida Resident Offer Available
Now for a limited time, Florida Residents can purchase the Discover Disney Ticket for $139, plus tax. Visit one Theme Park per day now through June 9, 2017 and save big on this special ticket offer. Ticket is valid 1/4 – 6/9/17. Note there is a blockout period: Not valid 5/27 – 6/9/17 at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park.
This ticket limits you to one Theme Park per day. Proof of Florida residency required. Ticket is nontransferable and excludes activities/events separately priced. Must be purchased by 6/5/17.
To purchase this ticket contact your travel agent or visit the Florida Residents section on the Walt Disney World website.
Many consider Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort the best hotel at Disney World. Here’s why.