Originally Posted By Darkbeer Disneyland Resort Press Release Disneyland Resort Salutes Heroes of Wildfires With Free, Three-Day Admission To Theme Parks ANAHEIM, Calif., Nov. 6, 2007 – Following The Walt Disney Company’s recent announcement that it is donating $2 million to fire relief efforts, Disneyland Resort officials today expressed appreciation for the heroic efforts of the emergency workers battling the Southern California wildfires and announced a special opportunity to honor their service to the community. “Disney’s Wildfire Heroes Salute,†running Nov. 13, 2007, through Feb. 28, 2008, offers Southern California firefighters, law enforcement and rescue personnel a chance to enjoy complimentary, three-day “Park Hopper†admission into Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure parks, plus special admission discounts for their family members and friends. “We are committed to making a difference in our community,†said Ed Grier, president of The Disneyland Resort. “We hope this special offer makes a difference in the lives of the thousands of women and men who have worked the front lines of the horrific fires in Southern California by providing them an opportunity to relax with their friends and families. All Disneyland Resort Cast Members salute their bravery and honor their heroics.†Through “Disney’s Wildfire Heroes Salute,†emergency personnel with valid identification can each receive one complimentary three-day Park Hopper ticket valid for admission to both Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure through Feb. 28, 2008. Additionally during this period, firefighters, law enforcement and rescue workers may make a one-time purchase of up to five additional three-day Park Hopper tickets at a special price of $56 each. “Disney’s Wildfire Heroes Salute†is offered Nov. 13, 2007 through Feb. 28, 2008 except for block-out dates of Nov. 22-25; Dec. 8-9; Dec. 25 to Jan. 6, 2008; and Feb. 15-17, 2008. Tickets may be purchased only at Disneyland Resort ticket booths. Emergency workers must purchase tickets in person and show valid fire, law enforcement or rescue personnel identification. Information regarding “Disney’s Wildfire Heroes Salute,†is available at www.disneyland.com/heroor by calling (714) 781-7290. Theme Park Offer Details: Disney’s Wildfire Heroes Salute†tickets can be obtained only at Disneyland Resort ticket booths. Active Southern California firefighters, law enforcement or rescue personnel living in zip codes 90000 to 93599 must present a valid organization identification and photo. To purchase up to five tickets for family members or friends, the eligible individual must show the complimentary ticket issued to them, in addition to valid organization identification and photo. Tickets for family members or friends may be purchased only by active firefighter, law enforcement or rescue personnel. No more than one ticket may be purchased for each family member or friend. “Disney’s Wildfire Heroes Salute†theme park tickets expire 30 days from first use. The initial use must occur on the same date of purchase. The Disneyland Resort features two fantastic theme parks – Disneyland (the original Disney theme park) and Disney's California Adventure – plus the Downtown Disney District comprising unique dining, entertainment and shopping experiences. The Resort’s three hotels are the luxurious Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, the magical Disneyland Hotel and the "day-at-the-beach" fun of the Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel. For information on new attractions, the Year of a Million Dreams celebration and vacations at Disneyland Resort, please visit www.disneyland.com, call (866) 60-DISNEY or contact local travel agents.
Originally Posted By SoThisIsLove THAT'S what I'm talking about! We love our first responders! xoxoxoxoxooxoxo
Originally Posted By Darkbeer Knott's also gives Firefighters Free Admission every year... <a href="http://mb.laughingplace.com/MsgBoard-T-91654-P-1.asp" target="_blank">http://mb.laughingplace.com/Ms gBoard-T-91654-P-1.asp</a>
Originally Posted By markedward Very cool, though I'm a little disappointed they've limited it to firefighters living in the area. An engine crew from our Bay Area town went down to fight one of the southern California fires. It's a shame there isn't any way to varify that and give credit to everyone who deserves it. Still, the fact that this program might miss 1 or 2 percent of people who deserve it doesn't lessen what a cool gesture it is.
Originally Posted By Ttig34 Anybody know why Dec 8th and 9th are blocked out? I am not a fire fighter, but will be down there that wdekend. Strange the weekend before and after Dec 8th are not blacked out. Wonder if huge crowds are expected?
Originally Posted By Mrs ElderP ElderP works for the police department, so we look forward to taking advantage of this in Jan or Feb for babyP's first visit!
Originally Posted By TroubleMaker What about all the National Guard troops, citizen soldiers, who put their personal lives on hold to help out in the effected areas?
Originally Posted By TroubleMaker "*looks the gift horse in the mouth* " For that statement to apply, would not a gift have to be given to the one in fact looking the horse in the mouth? It would apply if I were a firefighter and I complained that I was ONLY given a 3 day park hopper. But that is not the case. The point I am making is many military persons (active and reserve) put their lives on hold to do many of the same jobs the first responders did, while being paid much less in most cases. Shouldn't they also be recognized. Maybe I'm wrong......
Originally Posted By lauriesk Nope you are right. As should all the fire fighters from outside the small SoCal zip code area Disney alloted. Must be a local thing once again same as with the inexpensive SoCal passports.
Originally Posted By The-Tink-Mobile if i was disney i would give them and their immediate families annual passes they deserve it, for they may be protecting disney one day , they along with the police and ambulance drivers deserve it all, wonderful group of people, amen ..so many each year it would be something i would do , i would make sure that no one would be left out ever...cya from tink
Originally Posted By berol Sure, they could have gone further (if budgets allowed), but they didn't have to do anything, either. If I were at Disney, I'd wonder why I even bothered.
Originally Posted By USCSurfer I'm glad they are including LEOs. I remember a friend of mine once saying that when a firefighter goes in to do their job, 100% of the people are rooting for 'em. When a LEO goes in to do their job, half the people are for them, and half are against them. I have LEOs, FFs, and military in my family. The members of my family who are FFs live in the nicest houses in some of the nicest neighborhoods, drive the nicest cars, and have all the toys to go along with it. They themselves even admit they're doing just fine. The LEOs and military personnel, not so much. They do okay, but don't have nearly the lifestyle that the FFs in the family do. It's nice to see the LEOs acknowledged in this promotion too. They deserve it every bit as much for the danger potential involved in their jobs, not to mention the hassle they have to put so often up with members of our community. It's nice to see Disney honoring them. My opinion.
