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5 Ways to Save On a Disney Vacation

A trip to Disneyland or Disney World has been a staple for vacationing families for decades. Those who think Disney vacations are too expensive may not know is that Disney Parks offer excellent military discounts on the biggest expenses.

Military Family Central’s Adrienne May visited Disney World this Summer and saved a lot of money by taking advantage of military discounts along the way. Check out this guide to getting the most out of your discounts and tips to get the most out of your trip to Disney.

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9 Ways to Have Summer Family Fun on a Budget

Summer is the season for fun.

The warm weather, the pool parties, the watermelon and Independence Day are just a few things that come to mind. But summertime activities can also break the budget, not to mention the cost of a gallon of gas.

What can you do to fill in the days without blowing your bank account? Here are a few affordable and practical ideas to drum up summer fun in your own yard or community.
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DITY Move: Making Your PCS Work for You

Moving and receiving a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is something that military families are all too familiar with; and recession or not, the expenses of moving are a big worry for anyone facing a PCS.

But what if you could make your move work for you?

Also known as a Personally Procured Move (PPM), Do-It-Yourself (DITY) moves have become more popular than ever.  Essentially, the government will pay individuals who organize the move on their own a flat percentage of what they would have paid for the move originally.

Why would you choose to take on the hassle of planning on your own? With advanced planning and a careful use of military discounts and rates, most people can move for less than the reimbursement and actually make a profit. See More

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Adrienne May

Adrienne May is a military spouse. Her husband is an Army soldier and now is serving in the Army National Guard. Together they have three children from preschool to pre-teen. Adrienne has a Bachelors Degree in Sociology & Non-Profit Management, and is actively involved in family readiness and disaster preparedness on the state level. She spends her free time advocating for military family programs, homecoming transition programs and adequate veterans benefits.


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