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Changes/Updates
PassPorter Walt Disney World 2006 (eighth edition,
released November 2005) These updates were current as of 8/17/2006. Visit: http://www.passporter.com/wdw/bookupdates.htm for the most recent list of book updates. Reminder: These updates do not include every new thing at Walt
Disney World as that would require an entirely new book to explain (and, yes,
we will have a 2007
edition in November 2006)! Instead, this chart only lists the pages in
PassPorter Walt Disney World 2006 that would be out-of-date or incorrect
without this information. TIP: You can download our formatted PDF file
to print these updates for your PassPorter Just download, print, trim, and
go! (Here are the PDF
Directions.) |
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Date |
Page |
Update
Description |
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4/4/2006 |
Back Flap Map (20) |
Visitors to Walt Disney World can enter from the west for the
first time beginning April 4, 2006 via Western Way, the new entrance to Walt
Disney World from the Western Beltway expressway. This allows tourists
driving in on Interstate 75 to the Florida Turnpike direct access to Walt
Disney World without encountering the traffic lights on US 27 and SR 192, or
having to take I-4 through Orlando traffic. The Western Beltway runs
north/south just to the west of Disney property. At the north, it connects
with the Florida Turnpike. Its southern end connects with SR 192, and will
soon continue on to connect with I-4. Western Way runs roughly east-west,
ending at Buena Vista Drive near Blizzard Beach and Coronado Springs Resort. A
trip on this toll road will cost around $2.00. You may download an updated
version of our Walt
Disney world property map (PDF format, 863 k). |
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1/10/06 |
10 |
Disney Dining Experience (DDE) prices increased to $60/year
(annual or seasonal passholders) and $85/year (Florida residents). ThereÕs a
new $25 charge for a secondary membership. Renewals are $60/year
(passholders) and $70/year (Florida residents). |
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1/1/06 |
16 |
Airplane travelers may now bring the following previously banned
items onboard in their carry-on luggage: scissors under 4 inches in length,
tools under 7 inches in length, and knitting needles. |
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8/2/06 |
19 |
You must make reservations for DisneyÕs Magical Express at least
one day prior to your arrival in order to benefit from the free shuttle
service. As of October 3, 2006, Magical Express check-in will be on Side
B of the Orlando International Airport Terminal. This service will be offered through the end of 2011. |
|
8/1/2006 |
31 |
All Disney resorts now offer high-speed Internet access for
$9.95 for a continuous 24-hour period, some resorts offer wireless (wi-fi) in
select areas of the resorts available at the same rate. |
|
3/30/2006 |
35 |
Reservations for the new Family Suites at All-Star Music Resort
will start being accepted in early March 2006. Pricing will be as follows:
value season: $169; regular season: $209; peak season: $239; and holiday
season: $259. The Family Suites are located in the Jazz Inn and Calypso
buildings. |
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3/30/2006 |
65 |
Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will be testing
Poolside Cabanas at their themed beachside pool. Each cabana will offer two
padded loungers, two padded straight-back chairs, a 22-inch LCD TV with cable
and headphones, Sirius Satellite Radio, a phone for calls within the resort,
a mini-fridge stocked with soft drinks, and a complimentary fruit basket. The
cabanas are available in two four-hour time blocks (10:00 am – 2:00 pm
and 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm) for $60. The cabanas are solely for the use of
guests of the Grand Floridian Resort. |
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1/13/2006 |
80 |
Port Orleans French Quarter offers in-room hairdryers and
coffeemakers. |
|
3/30/2006 |
84 |
The address for the Port Orleans Riverside Resort is: 1251
Riverside Dr., Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830. |
|
8/2/2006 |
87 |
In July 2006, The Turf Club re-opened as a full-service Òbar and
grillÓ serving creatively prepared American Favorites such as crab cakes
($10.49), reuben sandwich ($9.99), angus cheeseburger ($11.49), and sirloin
steak ($19.99). Kids meals are $6.99. |
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1/13/2006 |
99 |
On Jan. 27, 2006, the Walt Disney World Swan resort became
completely non-smoking, even in guest rooms. This is in keeping with other
Westin-owned hotel properties. |
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8/2/2006 |
99 |
In 2006, TubbiÕs Buffeteria was replaced by Picabu, a 24-hour
quick-service buffet/cafeteria with a whimsical atmosphere. |
|
12/1/2005 |
105 |
Hotel Royal Plaza re-opened January 2 after repairs and
renovations following its Hurricane Charley damages. |
|
10/9/2005 |
115 |
Parking at Walt Disney World increased to $9 (campers/trailers
are now $10). |
|
8/2/2006 |
103 |
DVC members staying at a DVC resort on points can now purchase
the Disney Dining Plan for the length of stay (see pages 202-203). |
|
8/17/2006 |
116 – 117 |
In a surprise move, many Walt Disney World admission prices
increased on August 6. Advance purchase prices for Magic Your Way Base
Tickets remain at pre-August 6 rates, making advanced purchase a very good
deal again. Some rates that went up include: Magic Your Way Base Tickets (at
the ticket booth or upon resort check-in): One-Day Base Ticket $71.36, up 6% from $67. Four-Day Base
Ticket $215.13, up 3.5%
from $208. The Magic Your Way Park Hopper Option is $47.93 at the gate, up
12.5% from $42.60, while the advance purchase price went up to $45.80, a
gentler 7.5% boost. Premium Annual Passes are $595.35, up 3.7% from $574,
with no advance purchase discount offered. (All prices include sales tax). |
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1/10/2006 |
116 |
Annual Passholders can now book discounted rooms right up to
their travel date rather than being required to book in advance. Restrictions
still apply, of course. For more information and to book an annual pass
discounted room, call 407-560-7277. |
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3/30/2006 |
129 |
The Pirates of the Caribbean attraction at Walt Disney World
closed March for renovations and updates. Captain Jack Sparrow and his
arch-nemesis Captain Barbossa will become the newest Audio-Animatronic
additions to these attractions. It will re-open in time for the movie
premiere of "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest" on July 7,
2006. |
|
12/4/2005 |
131 |
The Haunted Mansion no longer has FASTPASS. |
|
3/30/2006 |
136 (124) |
The Timekeeper attraction has permanently closed. |
|
8/2/2006 |
143 |
Wonders of Life and its attractions (body Wars, The Making of
Me, Cranium Command, and Fitness Fairgrounds) are now closed permanently. |
|
8/2/2006 |
144 |
Mission: SPACE now offers a low intensity version. Same ride,
however no spinning. |
|
12/4/2005 |
145 |
Club Cool is now open and itÕs essentially the same concept, but
easier to access and more open. The free drinks stands are still available,
and they still offer Beverly. |
|
12/4/2005 |
145 |
The Living Seas is open again after being closed for
renovations. Everything is now themed to Finding Nemo, the hydrolaters were
removed, and the gift shop moved. The entrance is now on the lower level,
where the hydrolater exists were previously located. |
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8/2/2006 |
159 |
ÒWho Wants To Be A Millionaire – Play It!Ó permanently
closed in August 2006 to make way for a new dark ride in 2008, tentatively
called Midway Madness. The new attraction is rumored to be based on PixarÕs
Toy Story, offering a family-friendly addition to Mickey Avenue. |
|
3/30/2006 |
170 |
Tarzan Rocks at Theatre in the Wild (Disney's Animal Kingdom)
held is final performance in January 2006 and is now closed. The theatre is
getting a makeover (including air conditioning) and is expected to re-open in
October, possibly with a show based on the "Finding Nemo" movie |
|
12/13/2005 |
179 |
Guitar Gallery shop at Downtown Disney West Side closed; the new
Pop Gallery shop is now open in its place selling original paintings,
sculptures, and expensive gifts. |
|
8/2/2006 |
181 |
The World of Disney Store recently celebrated its 10th
anniversary with a makeover and the addition of the popular Bibbidi Bobbidi
Boutique salon, which offers hair styling and makeover services for both
young girls and boys, ages 3 – 12. Appointments are recommended
(407-WDW-STYLE). |
|
12/26/2005 |
182 |
Cirque du Soleil increased their prices to $61-$95 for ages 10+
and $49-$76 for ages 3-9. |
|
10/30/2005 |
192 |
Miniature golf prices increased to $10.75 +
tax/ages 10+ and $8.50 + tax/ages 2-9. |
|
12/4/2005 |
194 |
General admission at DisneyÕs Wide World of Sports has increased
to $11.00/ages 10+ and $8.25/ages 3-9. |
|
10/28/2005 |
201 |
Guests may now book advance reservations for table-service
restaurants up to 180 days in advance of the desired date. Disney resort
hotels guests may book 180 days in advance of their arrival date and book for
their entire stay at that time. |
|
1/13/2006 |
205 |
CinderellaÕs Royal Table increased its breakfast price to
$31.99/ages 10+ and $21.99/ages 3-9. Lunch is now $33.99/ages 10+ and
$22.99/ages 3-9. Dinner is now a fixed-price ($39.99/ages 10+ and $24.99/ages
3-9), includes an appearance by the Fairy Godmother, the opportunity to have
your photo taken before the meal, and an exclusive lithograph. |
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9/13/06 |
213 |
Yorkshire County Fish Shop is temporarily closed for
refurbishment through September 22, 2006. |
|
10/21/2005 |
225 |
California Grill now requires a credit card number when booking
reservations. Reservations cancelled within 24 hours of the seating time are
charged a $20/person fee. |
|
9/1/2005 |
228 |
ÔOhana changed its dinner menu: the shrimp skewers were replaced
with Hawaiian pork-sausage with pineapple teriyaki glaze, Maui scalloped
potatoes were added, as is the ÔOhana bread pudding a la mode with Banana Fosters sauce.
Price remains the same. |
|
9/1/2005 |
233 |
ÔOhana at the Polynesian now features Lilo & Stitch and
Mickey at its character breakfast. Chip, Dale and Goofy no longer appear. |
|
11/15/2006 |
234 |
MickeyÕs Backyard BBQ will be offered on Thursdays and Saturdays
in 2006. |
|
1/13/2006 |
234-235 |
The Hoop Dee Doo Revue and Spirit of Aloha dinner shows can only
be booked 180 days in advance beginning January 1, 2007. |
|
10/28/2005 |
244 |
Guests may book childrenÕs tours and parties up to 180 days in advance
(see above update regarding advance reservation bookings for additional
details.) |
|
10/28/2005 |
253 |
Likewise, guests may book childcare up to 180 days in advance
(see above update regarding advance reservation bookings for additional
details.) |
|
1/1/2006 |
256 |
The International Flower and Garden Festival takes place April
21 – June 11, 2006. |