Walt Disney World’s Latest Deals
WALT DISNEY WORLD DEALS AND DISCOUNTS
There’s currently three Walt Disney World deal available to the general public:
- One offers room rate discounts of 15-30% for most nights from June 13 through August 14. See this for more.
- Another offers similar deals for most nights from August 15 through September 28. See this for more
- The third offers free dining for most nights September 2 through September 25. The details are here
For thoughts on future Disney World discounts, click here.
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Notice quotes are for a family of 4…what about two senior seniors for the dining plan and more than 4 nights? Thanks.
Pat–you will be able to get a deal, but the savings–especially if you go with free dining–will be proportionately less. If you go for a room rate discount, you’ll save each night.
A travel agent can help you sort out the best approach for you–they are free.
For more on travel agents, see this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/06/14/travel-agents-for-walt-disney-world/
What if we have 2 adults 1 child(6) and 1 infant(1)? Can we still get the $89.00 per person rate for 3?
Thank you!
Hi Melissa!
I think not. The hotel rate is fixed per room, not per person, and they are assuming I think an occupancy of 4 with tickets (which your lil one won’t need)–and hence dividing room + tickets by 4 to get to $89. Call them to double check as I may be wrong!
Do you have any idea of discounts that will come out after March 27? Anything for Disney Visa cardholders?
Hi Leisa! See When Will the Next Walt Disney World Discounts be Out?.
Are there deals for a family of 6 – 2 adults and 4 kids ranging in age from 8-17?
Thanks
Jon–the current set of deals actually expire today. A new set of deals will be announced soon, I’d bet.
The deals are tied to rooms, and hence room capacities. Rooms that fit 6 will likely be included in deals, but are much harder to find.
To make a start at targeting your room(s), see http://yourfirstvisit.net/planning-your-first-family-trip/special-circumstances/special-circumstances-large-families/
I am so bummed. I planned to buy a Disney package for my kids and I for our June vacation and I didn’t realize the package ended yesterday. Do you think disney will be coming out with another package deal before June?
Hi Alicia! I’m not sure, but take a look at this page: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2011/03/21/when-will-the-next-walt-disney-world-discounts-be-out/
We are planning a trip in late Aug and the rates are bouncing all over the place from day to day. Is this normal? Also the best deal I have been able to find is through a Travel Agent, is this normal?
Hi Jason!
I’m thinking your dates cross August 13-14?
Some Disney resorts have a price season change then (see 2011 Disney World Price Seasons) and others have a new discount program end then. Moreover, some resorts have different weekend vs weekday rates before, after or both, so that can make prices bounce too.
In theory you can do as well on your own as a travel agent can in pricing. They just know more, so are more likely to get to the cheapest option faster!
Do you have military discount for tickets?
Hi Sheree, click here: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/10/24/disneys-military-salute-for-2011-officially-announced/
I’m planning a trip 4 (2 adults & 2 child, 11 & 16) from July 4 to July 10. Any deals still on for these dates?
Hi Alan–there is, see this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/03/29/walt-disney-worlds-latest-spring-and-summer-deal/
We are planning a trip in the middle of October and staying in a value resort. Do you think there will be any deals going on then? And if there are when do you think they will be announced?
Thank you!
Hi Andi! My guess is that there will be some deals, but we won’t know for sure until they are announced (or the October dates just pass….), which could be anytime between now and mid-August…
Dave, Great website – thanks for all you do. We’re planning a trip the first week of October – as deals become available, can they be combined? For example, can you take advantage of reduced room rates plus the free dining package (as it just came out today)? Also, once you purchase a package, can you easily change to a new package if a better deal comes out? Thanks!
Hi Mike and thanks!
The answer is (mostly no) and yes.
Usually you can only get a deal if you pay full price for everything else. The exceptions have to do with Military discounts–let me know if that’s relevant to you. Your specifc idea–both room rate discounts and free dining–you can’t do. Free dining and full room rates, or room discounts but cash dining!
You can change packages if your first booking–e.g. your hotel, and the days you are in it–is also eligible for the new package.
You can do this on your own–but it can be easier to work with a Disney travel agent who will know how to set you up so you can switch. If you do so through the form on the lower right, I get a little pixie dust that helps pay for the time I put into the site!
Hope this helps…Dave
trying to decide which week for me 65 and granddaughter 19 and which resort. i love christmas decorations low crowds and. cool weather. help me?? thanks
Hi Linda!
For 2011, shoot for a 12/10 arrival, and if you are talking about 2012 12/8.
It’s hard to advise you on where to. stay not knowing your nightly hotel budget and whether or not you’ve been to WDW before. Nightly hotel costs can range from aorund $100 to well over $500…
Sorry in advance for the i’m sure duplicate question, but what is the best way to get Disney PIN discounts sent to you. I’ve tried some of the usual suggestions in the past like registering with disney website, ordering the free DVD, updating my profile, starting to price out a vacation online but not finishing, but never seem to get the coveted PINs sent to me. There not in my spam folder either. Any suggestions? Also where are the general public discounts first posted?
Mike I don’t know–I’ve read tons of theories but none are reliable,
I usually first find out about discounts on mouseplanet.com…though there are other sources…
Hi Dave, I enjoy your website! We are planning Dec. 2012, I see you suggested dec.8th as a quiet week. How is the week before? Also who do you feel is the best outfit to use to book my vacation. I have used aaa in the past and also saw smallworld travel and Mei travel? HELP! Thank you!
Hi Sarah!
The week befroe is also a good week–I rank it third-best of the year. See this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/10/20/2012-weeks-to-visit-walt-disney-world-ranked-in-order/
As that page notes, because it is Pop Warner week, the value resorts can be boisterous.
Re travel agents, see this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/06/14/travel-agents-for-walt-disney-world/ I personally recommend my partners Destinations in Florida. An inquiry form for them is on the lower right side of every page!
Will be at Disney World Oct. 31, Nov. 1, Nov. 2, 2011. Any good deals for rooms ? I have a 5 year old daughter who thinks she’s a Disney princess.. Recommendation for the best Disney hotel to stay at ? Thanks so much !!
Hi Donna!
Links to the current deals are on this page: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/03/29/walt-disney-worlds-latest-spring-and-summer-deal/
For my hotel recommendations, see this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/planning-your-first-family-trip/where-to-stay/next-best-resort-choices/
Similar to the military discounts…..are there any discounts for law enforcement?
Karen, not that I’ve heard of… the law enforcement associations might have special ticket deals, but there’s no Disney program…
Hi I’m from Texas planning on being at Disney 2nd week of march.
3 adults 3 kids
Where can I find the best prices for tickets?
Thanks
Hi Aj.!
Unless you are active or retired US Military, or one of your party is, there’s no ticket deals going on now, and haven’t been for a couple of years. You can sometimes find discounts via Triple-A–check your local org if you are a member. Mousesavers.com also often has links to vendors that can save you 5% or so…
Be aware that there’s lots of ticket fraud, so watch out for any deals that are not from one of the souces above!
hey we wanna stay at hoilday in in the walt disney world resort for 3 adults and i child 3 years old march 11-march 15 2012
am planning for visiting in march 22-28 this year.2 adult 1three yr kid.could u pls suggest best package.
Hi Rakhi, there aren’t any deals still on for your dates. Given the age of your kid, I’d advise a 2-3 day ticket with no park hopper as the Magic Kingdom is the only park worth the money for a kid that young…
I’m real nervous about spending money and being disappointed! haha I am going with my two kids, ages 8 and 13 and was looking for the week of September 9-15th. I read it’s hot and rains a lot during this time..? If I am going to spend money, I at least want to be able to enjoy ourselves…have you heard/experienced this, too? Also – i think the free dining plan option is during that week but I saw some Orlando hotels that have shuttles to the parks that seem cheaper but then again – no food is included. I’m so confused by all of this! HELP!
Thanks!
Hi April, yes, that’s still summer, so heat and afternoon thunderstorms are common. It’s also in the peak of the hurricane season.
Staying off-site is almost always cheaper than staying on site on a nightly room rate basis.
But there’s some cash advantages to staying on site that may even it up–you don’t need a rental car or airport transport, and don’t pay for parking at the theme parks. See this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/01/27/the-tightwads-guide-to-staying-off-site-at-walt-disney-world/
Dave,
We are big Disney fans (family of 5) and are planning on heading back the second week of August. We usually stay on site (your recommendation was a big factor in staying at the Polynesian last year- It was everything you said and more) . We have been hearing great things about the Wyndham Bonnet Creek and just wondering if you have heard anything on this resort? Plus, Where it is not an official Disney Hotel , is there adequate transportation to the parks? Any advice you can give would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
John
Hi John, and glad the site helped last year!
I don’t have an opinion on Bonnet Creek–I suspect it’s great, but can barely keep up with the WDW hotels.
Suggest you test it on TripAdvisor.com or disboards.com
Sorry to not be much help…
Hi! I have a large family do you have any good discount hint/tips for us? We are traveling with 3 adults and 6 children, between 4-12 years old. My transportation and lodging is already in place. I was told to get coupons from local grocery stores to use when purchasing tickets at the gate. Thanks
Hi NiKisha! You can’t find discounts for Disney World tickets at a grocery store…but you can sometimes find good delas for the other parks. Check out this: http://www.mousesavers.com/tickets.html
We are going to Disney for Mickey’s Halloween Bash. I have a five year old, and this will be her first time. We won’t be visiting more than one park a day, but I would like to take my daughter back to the hotel (on-site Disney) mid-day for nap time. Do I need to get park hopper tickets since I will be leaving the park and coming back to the same park? Or since I am staying on site and going back to the same park, can I just skip those?
Hi Khristan, the non-hopper tickets allow you unlimited visits to one park in a day, so you can come and go as you please!
Hello Dave,
What is your recommendation for the best prices for a family of 5 at the most reasonable prices for 4 days? We already have our lodging and are just looking at the park tickets and best food possibilities for 2 adults and 3 kids. Any recommendations are greatly appreciated. I have been to Disney forever, but it is the first time for my boyfriend and his kids. They are all eligible for adult park pass prices. We want to have fun, but do have a limit on money to spend. Thank you. Is there a special rate for teachers who buy tickets?
Hi Debbie, for tickets there’s not a lot of ways to get anything other than high prices. You should buy basic tix–no add ons of hoppers or water parks or such. You may find some discount ideas here: http://www.mousesavers.com/tickets.html
For food the way to save money is not to eat at Disney! That means off site (requiring a car and extra time) or making meals in your room, which requires groceries. See this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/08/30/the-tightwads-guide-to-how-to-eat-at-walt-disney-world/
There’s no special teacher rate unless e.g. your state or local association has created one for its members…
Thanks for the great site. Attempting to plan first (maybe only, due to cost and self employment) family Disney vacation with 11 yr old girl, 13 yr old boy driving during Thanksgiving 2012break this year–workaholic husband not fond of crowds or heat. Overwhelmed with info and not sure where to start, have procrastinated for years. The kids have friends who go multiple times a year and stay at Port Orleans but you’ve got me considering Polynesian since it may be first and only. Do you recommend using a travel agent? Thanks, I will keep exploring this site.
Hi Elizabeth!
First re where to start, just go to the home page and go through its issues in order. I can’t advise being there thanksgiving week–it’s a zoo.
Second, I don’t “recommend” using a travel agent. I’m indifferent, as they have pros and cons. The pro is that they can take care of the details after you’ve made the big decisions. The con is that you still have to make the big decisions–when to go, how long to stay, where to stay, where to eat–yourself, although that’s where this site tries to make things a lot easier…
hey- any suggestions for 2 adults and 5 children ages 3-13 trying to go in fall of 2012 or 2013?
Heidi: see this http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/10/20/2012-weeks-to-visit-walt-disney-world-ranked-in-order/ this http://yourfirstvisit.net/2011/09/19/2013-weeks-to-visit-walt-disney-world-ranked-in-order/ and this http://yourfirstvisit.net/planning-your-first-family-trip/special-circumstances/special-circumstances-large-families/
Come back with any further questions they raise!
Great site! We went to Disney at the beginning of Dec. and loved the crowd levels. With our winter break lasting through the first full week of Jan. 2013, how do you feel te crowd levels will be either just after Christmas, or for that first week in Jan ( I noticed this is when value prices go into effect). Thanks!
Hi Sheri and thanks! Just after Christmas is the busiest week of the year, and the week after not a whole lot better. See this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2012/07/17/disney-world-crowds-2013-christmasnew-years-crowds-20122013/
Hi Dave. We arrive March 31st for 5 nights on our first visit. We are staying at the Residence Inn Lake Buena Vista since we have free nights there. Any suggestions on whether we should rent a car or use the shuttle they have that only goes to Epcot? Also any thoughts on a good place for Easter Dinner late afternoon? We were thinking Chef Mickeys. Thanks!
Hi Melissa! I’d definitely rent a car–that’s one of the three or 4 busiest weeks of the year, so the shuttle will have long lines…plus Epcot only? For real?
Chef Mickey’s is a great idea!
See also this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2012/08/20/easter-2013-walt-disney-world/
I’m looking to book a trip in January 2013 (14th-25th). I’m hesitating on booking now because I’m waiting for hopefully a good deal. Any idea on when they’ll be released? I know the free meal plan deal is expiring today (September 29th). Is that any indicator that one may come out for 2013 soon? Last year it was out in August.. I’m getting a little nervous.
Hey Ashley,it looks like instead of a new deal they’ve just extended the “book by” date for the old room rate deal for Nov and Jan–see this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2012/09/27/one-half-disney-world-deals-expiring-soon/ So it may be a while before the Jan deals–if any–come out…
Soooooo…. that deal that was posted a few days ago by you that looked like it was going to be available to the general public on the 10th – IS ON the site now.
http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/special-offers/ check out the 1st one! I just went and the vacation that my wife and I are taking in February came down about $500!
Chris that’s great!!! I’ve now got both deals up linked to from this page: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/03/29/walt-disney-worlds-latest-spring-and-summer-deal/
…and I re-directed my post from last week that said these deals wouldn’t be out til early November!! Wrong again…
hi,
i’m wondering if any flight plus park admission deals exist. my family, two adults one child, have a place to stay but are looking to consolidate on price somehow. we are going over xmas 2012.
thanks!
Hi Cody, sorry, but I’m not aware of any. In particular, since that’s the most crowded time of the year, you won’t find much in the way of deals for then
I am looking for park admission tickets only deals to the Magic Kingdom. There will be 2 children and 5 adults, for 1 day pass. We will be staying with family so no hotel rooms are needed. Past years you have had volunteer days and get free tickets. Do you still off that? Any other suggestions to bring down the cost of the ticket.
Hi Cindy, it’s been a while since I’ve seen any real deals for WDW tickets. The best source for what’s out there is here, but don’t expect much: http://www.mousesavers.com/sources-for-discounts-on-walt-disney-world-tickets/
Hello Dave, We are going to WDW on January 4th to 10th 2013. We already have just a room reservation with the discount that is now offered. We have been waiting in hopes of Free Dining. Today, a friend got a card in the mail from WDW with a pin number on it offering free dining for January through March 2013. I called WDW and was told I could not use this pin number because the person who got the card was not in our party. My question is how do you get on the mailing list to get these pin numbers for free dining and discount prices. It is nice to know that Free Dining is being offered the time we will be there but will it only be available to the people who recieve the pin numbers? How busy do you think that week will be in January? And when is the best time to ask for a resort upgrade. Is this ok to do? I thought it never hurts to ask. Thanks!!
Hi Connie, but afraid I’m not much help on a couple of your questions:
No one–other than Disney!–knows what it takes to get a pin. You’ll find lotsa speculation on this elsewhere but nothing I consider reliable.
I don’t know if this means free dining will come out for the general public or not. The sequence of events here is different from the recent past, so it’s hard to predict what comes next.
On crowds, you’ll see lingering Xmas break crowds the 4th and 5th, but will be fine after that. See this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2012/07/17/disney-world-crowds-2013-christmasnew-years-crowds-20122013/
On room upgrades–they are rare and happen at check-in…that’s when you ask!
First, Dave thank you so much for this site, I have used this site religiously and feel great about our plans.
Second, to give back. I just purchased a photopass+ package. For some reason they dropped the pre-purchase package from $169 to $149. Here is the link:
http://www.disneyphotopass.com/specialoffers/wdwppp.htm
We will be there a week in early December and this is $50 less than buying after the fact. I was not sure where to post this, but thought this as good as any.
Hey Bryan, first, have a great trip, and I’m so glad the site is helping! And second, thanks for posting about these prices!
Hey Dave…great site! I’m looking at the last week of April/1st week of May for my next trip to see the Mouse.
Have there ever been discounts/food deals for that time of year? If so, when should I keep my eye out for them? thanks
Hey, and thanks! Post-Easter deals have been common…but Disney has been slowly cutting back on deals over the past year–for example, it’s current Jan-March deal has no free dining offer. If deals are offered for your dates, they may come out as soon as January…
I have booked a trip to WDW for July 5th through 11th in hopes that a deal comes along or they offer the free dining plan like I got back in 2010 when I went. Any idea on when promotions for that time period will be out?? Thanks
Hi Chrissy! There’s no way of saying for sure if a discount will come out for then, or when. For the same dates in 2012, it came out at the beginning of April
Hi Dave!
My fiancé and I really want go to WDW for our honeymoon. Do you know of any deals for couples? We are on a tight budget after the wedding but would love to stay in a Disney hotel and get to most of the parks and waterparks in the area. My fiancé would probably love a good dining deal too but I don’tind eating elsewhere. Do we need to rent a car if we stay at a Disney resort or are there shuttles to all parks? Any other bits of advice? Is mid May a busy time of the year?
Thanks so much!
Hi there are no special deals for couples. Disney may release a general deal (none right now cover dates later than early March) pretty soon. If it does, it’ll be here: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/03/03/summary-of-current-walt-disney-world-deals-and-discounts/
You don’t need to rent a car –see this http://yourfirstvisit.net/2012/02/28/renting-a-car-at-walt-disney-world/
Mid May is a good time–see this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2012/10/16/may-2013-walt-disney-world/
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My sister is thinking of taking her 4 year old grandson to Disney World. The trip could occur as soon as Feb 7, 2013 as long as she is able to afford both air fare and the DW costs. Could you give me an idea of what a package would cost? Am assuming adding meal package would be a good idea? Also, any info on the costs of different resort packages would be helpful. Heard there is one which has the rooms overlooking the animals, but would imagine that is quite a bit more expensive. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.
Hi Cathy!
At this late date she’ll find that most of the WDW hotels are booked up, especially the less expensive ones.
Nightly hotel prices for standard rooms range from ~$100 to ~$450+ My suggestions on where to stay–again most are booked up–by price class are here: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/04/26/walt-disney-world-resort-hotel-reviews/
The “overlooking the animals” hotel is the Animal Kingdom Lodge–see http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/10/13/review-jambo-house-at-disneys-animal-kingdom-lodge/ Weekday rates in early feb there for rooms overlooking the animals (“Savanna” rooms” are $358 per night plus tax. See http://www.mousesavers.com/2013-animal-kingdom-lodge-room-rates-season-dates/
Tickets vary depending on how many days she buys them for. For a three year old, three days focused on one park–the Magic Kingdom–is plenty, and three day tickets for the two will cost around $500 in total. See http://yourfirstvisit.net/2012/06/03/disney-world-ticket-prices-2012-to-summer-2013/
The meal package is not a good idea, as it doesn’t save much, but more to the point all the best meals will have been booked up some time ago so she won’t be able to use her credits sensibly. See http://yourfirstvisit.net/planning-your-first-family-trip/when-your-plans-need-to-be-firm/
Hope this helps!
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Hello! First time going to WDW this april, last week to be exact. How are crowds usually around that time of year? Also, we found an ‘eat & play’ card for $25 to aave on food costs for families of 4. Do you think they’re worth getting?? Thanks so much!
Hi Kristine! That’s a great week–see this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2012/09/18/april-2013-walt-disney-world/
There are some legit coupons out there, but also some frauds. So far as I know, no legit coupons give you food savings at WDW itself…but if you can scan and post the coupon on my Facebook page (link below) I’ll take a look at it and see if I can provide any more insight…
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Hello Dave. I have a few questions. We (2 adults, 5 kids) were thinking of a last minute trip possibly next week 2-15. Are there any last minute deals or cancellations? Would you recommend any off-site rentals for approx 5 nights? Any pointers would definitely be appreciated. Thanks
Hi Lyad, if you go then you’ll run into the President’s Day crowds–and because of the crowds, it’s not a period when you’ll find any deals. I don’t track the off-site rentals, but see this for help: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/01/27/the-tightwads-guide-to-staying-off-site-at-walt-disney-world/
HI Dave, my wife, I, and 2 kids (4 and 5) are planning for our 3rd disney world trip in late may or early june 2013. I know you cant know for sure, but just asking for your gut feeling. Do you think any more attractive deals will come along for this time other than the 15-30% off room rate.. Possibly free dining or kids stay free. Plan to stay at Pop Century because its the kids favorite. Thanks and you have a great site.
Hi Timmy and thanks for the kind words!
My gut is that we won’t see any more attractive deals for early June than what’s out now. For why, see this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2013/02/07/2013-free-dining-mymagic-implications-disneys-q1-2013-earnings-call/
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I have hopper passes from 2002 that do not have an expiration date. WE are bring the children again and we want to finish using these tickets My questions is: When we purchased these tickets they were considered children and now they are teenagers. Can we still use them? If so will there be an additional charge and how much?
Carol, you may be able to use them, but may have to pay the difference between child tickets then and 10+ tickets now. I don’t know what you paid then so don’t know how much that might be. See this for current rates: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2012/06/03/disney-world-ticket-prices-2012-to-summer-2013/
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Is there a link where I can confirm the 2-3 day full access to DW left on my 7 day pass bought in 1997. Please also advise where I can or should be able to get the best deal for a 2-3 day full access pass for the wife’s 1st visit as we will there from 27 April staying at a timeshare resort and what is a reasonable cost.Our ZAR currency is weak against the USD. Thank you.
Hi Eddie, there’s no place I’m aware of other than the turnstiles or guest services in the parks to test your pass. For your wife’s pass, see this: http://www.mousesavers.com/walt-disney-world-vacation-discounts-and-deals/disney-world-ticket-pass-discounts/
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Hi, Dave,We (family of 4) are planning our disney trip in late august!could you give me an idea of a good packages?
Hi Lillian!
There’s no deals out yet that cover that period. But I expect to see announced later deals for both room rates and–I hope–Free Dining. See this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2012/09/02/bounce-back-offer-hints-2013-free-dining-dates/
When/if they do come out, you’ll be able to find them on this page!
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Hello! We (my fiance’ and I) are planning our honeymoon to Walt Disney World in November. When will discounts for November come out? Mainly, the free dining?
Kourtney, I doubt we’ll see free dining at all in November–see this for why: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2013/02/07/2013-free-dining-mymagic-implications-disneys-q1-2013-earnings-call/
I do expect to see some room rate discounts for the middle weeks of November, and would expect them to come out around August…
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Leslie, I think you are looking for a travel agent or the WDW reservations site?
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