Military discounts thru 2013

[Judy in Texas 150]

I just talked to WDW to add Magic Express to my October reservations. While I had the agent on the phone I asked about any upcoming Military discounts since the current ones expire in September. She said they have received notification that the new discounts have been decided upon through 2013 and should be made public shortly.

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[Lou... 3,118]

Military discounts shouldn't change too much from the current $138, 4 day hopper and the 40% resort discount.

They jumped from $99 not that long ago so I wouldn't think prices would increase, if at all, by much.

[Judy in Texas 150]

The military discount rates for October 1, 2012 through September 30, 2013 have been posted on the official Disney website. The park tickets are 4-day park hoppers for $156. It says the ticket prices charged at military bases may be less. It doesn't list the room discounts but says to call 407/939-7830 to check for availability and rates.

[Lou... 3,118]

A couple of days ago I read on the internal website that the room discount remained at 40%, subject to availability of course.

[BradyBzLyn...Mo 2,023]

This just hit the Disney Parks blog today...

Special Tickets, Room Rates for U.S. Military at Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resorts

posted on August 8th, 2012 by Thomas Smith, Social Media Director, Disney Parks

Support for those who have served in the military and their families is a long-standing Disney tradition, so we’re excited to announce the details of our latest special theme park tickets and special pricing for accommodations for military and their families. Take a look at the details:

At Walt Disney World Resort – from August 17, 2012 through September 25, 2013, active and retired U.S. military personnel (including active and retired members of the United States Coast Guard, National Guard and Reservists) or their spouses can purchase the following tickets for travel beginning October 1:

• Disney 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets with Park Hopper Option for $156 each, plus tax
  
• Disney 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets with Water Park Fun and More Option for $156 each, plus tax
  
• Disney 4-Day Military Promotional Tickets with Park Hopper and Water Parks Fun and More Options for $184 each, plus tax
  

Walt Disney World tickets may be used October 1, 2012 through September 28, 2013, except December 24 – 31, 2012; March 24 – April 4, 2013 at all theme parks and all Water Park Fun and More locations; and July 4, 2013 at Magic Kingdom Park only.

At Disneyland Resort – from August 17, 2012 through September 26, 2013, active and retired U.S. military personnel (including active and retired members of the United States Coast Guard, National Guard and Reservists) or their spouses can purchase:

• Disney Military Promotional 3-Day Park Hopper Tickets for $125 each
  

Disneyland tickets may be used October 1, 2012 through September 28, 2013, except December 23, 2012 – January 2, 2013; February 15-17, 2013; March 25 – April 5, 2013; and July 4, 2013 at all theme parks.

Disney Military Promotional Tickets can be purchased by active and retired U.S. military personnel for themselves and up to five additional family members or friends. Proper military identification is required and certain blockout dates apply. For full details, click here.

Active and retired U.S. military personnel can also take advantage of specially-priced rooms at select Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort hotels! This offer is valid for stays most nights from Oct. 1, 2012 through Sept. 28, 2013, except for Nov. 24, 2012; Dec. 23-31, 2012, and March 25-April 4, 2013. For full details, click here.

http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2012/08/special-tickets-room-rates-us-military-walt-disney-world-disneyland-resorts/

[SCTigerCock 171]

That's still a great deal and I thank WDW for allowing the military families to enjoy this!