Shades of Green Resort
The Shades of Green resort in Orlando is part of the military's Morale, Welfare and Recreation program (MWR) and is owned by the Department of Defense. It is located at Walt Disney World and is one of five United States Armed Forces Recreation Center (AFRC) properties. It is operated exclusively for military personnel and their families. Three categories of service determine the discount. Disney park admission discounts are also available. Military ID is required to make reservations.
Shades of Green on Walt Disney World Resort
1950 Magnolia Palm
Orlando, Florida 32830
(888) 593-2242
www.shadesofgreen.org
Grand Bohemian Downtown Orlando
The Grand Bohemian offers a government rate for military travelers. It has 250 guest rooms and suites with high speed Internet access. A portion of their rooms are reserved for military travelers. Book early because discounted rooms go quickly, especially during peak season. Government or military ID must be shown at check-in. The Grand Bohemian is an artisan hotel with a rich and luxurious decor in the heart of Orlando.
Grand Bohemian Hotel: Downtown Orlando
325 S Orange Ave
Orlando, Florida 32801
(407) 313-9000
www.grandbohemianhotel.com
International Drive Holiday Inn and Suites
The Holiday Inn and Suites on International Drive offers a special rate for military guests and government employees. The rate is discounted from their normal rates and is offered all year round, with no blackout periods. They boast that they're a kid friendly resort with an enormous swimming pool with tropical landscaping that includes waterfalls. Free high speed wireless Internet access is available throughout the hotel. The business center and the fitness center are open 24 hours a day. International Drive is a centrally located Orlando location that's convenient for visiting Walt Disney World, Sea World, Discovery Cove, Universal Studios and other Orlando attractions.
I-Drive Holiday Inn
6515 International Drive
Orlando, Florida 32819
(407) 351-3500
Article Written By Lisa Russell
Lisa Russell has been a freelance writer since 1998. She's been published in "Rethinking Everything Magazine," "Playdate" and "Home Educator's Family Times." She has a professional background in education, cosmetology and the restaurant industry. Russell studied early childhood education at Antelope Valley College, and is pursuing a degree in law.
