Hello there Samantha! Thank you to your father for his service, and welcome to planDisney!
My husband was also honorably discharged from the US military, and even though they both do not qualify for the
Disney Military Salute Ticket offer, there is another option for them!
The
Magic Your Way ticket could be a great option for your family, and these tickets are available to be purchased at a
local military base. The great news is that the tickets already come active to your account, so you do not have to stop by Guest Relations to activate the tickets and prove eligibility with a military ID. However, you will still need to make a corresponding
theme park reservation to accompany each ticket to be able to enter the Walt Disney World Resort theme parks. I recommend downloading the
My Disney Experience app and linking your tickets.
Shades of Green Resort could be a great option if you're in need of a resort during your stay! It's located right near Magic Kingdom Park, and you'll also receive access to wonderful benefits such as early theme park entry and extended evening hours at the theme parks.
I hope your family is able to get to the "Most Magical Place on Earth" soon, Samantha! Please
come back to planDisney if we can help with any other questions as you plan your trip!
Have a magical day,
Melissa