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Have a Blast at These Awesome Walt Disney World July 4th Celebrations

Celebrate July 4th the Disney Way with these Awesome Fireworks DisplaysMake your July 4th celebration truly explosive! 

Celebrate the Disney way at these awesome Walt Disney World fireworks extravaganzas: 

MAGIC KINGDOM  Fantasy In The Sky – 9:00pm 

DISNEY’S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS  Fourth of July Fireworks – 9:00pm 

EPCOT  Illuminations – 10:00pm 

DOWNTOWN DISNEY  Downtown Disney Fireworks Spectacular – 11:00pm 

Also, don’t miss special fireworks displays at SeaWorld Orlando and Universal Orlando CityWalk

HAVE A SAFE & HAPPY 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND!

Add comment June 30th, 2008

Vista Cay Resort is the Perfect Choice for the Orlando Florida Business and Leisure Traveler

Vista Cay ResortJust minutes to the Orlando Orange County Convention Center, Universal Studios, Sea World and Walt Disney World, Vista Cay Resort provides luxury Orlando vacation rentals perfect for the business and leisure traveler. 

Nestled in the heart of Orlando, this beautiful gated resort community features a state of the art clubhouse – complete with a fitness center, game room, movie theatre plus a business center that includes spacious and flexible meeting rooms.  Outside, a lush tropical landscape surrounds the crystal blue waters of the infinity-edge pool with multi-level deck space and a spa – all surrounded by a breathtaking view of Lake Cay.  In addition to its convenient location to Orlando’s major parks, Vista Cay Resort is close to many other attractions, dinner shows, golf courses, restaurants, shopping outlets and more. 

The Vista Cay Resort Orlando vacation condos and townhomes feature distinct Tuscan-themed architecture and upscale furnishings that truly capture the warmth and charm of Florida’s natural beauty – with five distinct and spacious floor plans ranging from 1,100 to 2,100 square feet. 

At Vista Cay, sophisticated technology meets comfortable elegance.These deluxe vacation resort rentals feature:

  • Spacious living areas with 42-inch plasma TVs
  • Private patios or balconies
  • Gourmet kitchens with crown molding and Corian countertops
  • Computers with high speed wi-fi
  • Multiple bedroom suites with stylish linens and pillow-top mattresses
  • LCD flat screen TV/DVD combos in each bedroom
  • Elegantly decorated bathrooms with finished marble vanities and ceramic tile floors 

In essence, Vista Cay gives you the elegance and luxury you expect from a resort plus all the comforts of home you depend on – all in one beautifully landscaped centrally located accomodation package! 

Plus, for a limited time, save $50.00 off a 4 Night Stay at Vista Cay!

Add comment June 27th, 2008

The WEEKLY EARFUL Your Source for Hot Disney Vacation Tips and Secrets

June 26, 2008 EditionDisney Vacation Home Tips from Rick E Mouse

Welcome to THE WEEKLY EARFUL, your source of tips and secrets for making the most out of your Disney vacation in Orlando. 

Each week, special correspondent Rick E-Mouse reveals the hidden magic of Walt Disney World – in places you’d least expect! 

Here’s this week’s secret: 

How to Get the Most Value for Your Group
 
on Disney Area Vacation Accomodations 

To get the most VALUE out of your family, group or team’s Walt Disney World area acommodations, you need:

  • Enough room to keep everyone together for a comfortable, relaxing visit
  • Plenty of amenities and luxuries that make everybody happy
  • A prime location away from it all that’s still stay close to the fun 

Vacation homes provide all this and more for family reunions, sports teams, business conferences and other group travel to the Walt Disney World area.  Just listen to what others have experienced: 

Make Your Disney Group Vacation Special at ALL STAR Vacation Homes”My parents celebrated their 40th anniversary by taking the family to Orlando for the week. The home was a 2-story with 5 bedrooms giving everyone their own space. We couldn’t imagine being at a hotel and having to turn out the lights so they could fall asleep. The large family room also provided a place for the adults to visit after the kids went to bed.” – G. Yuccas from Illinois 

A Disney Vacation Secret Just for You!“We enjoyed having a bedroom and bath for each couple and rooms for the children. The pool was of course a highlight for the children and used everyday.” – R. Pearson Give Your Team the Best Disney Vacation Accomodations at ALL STAR Vacation Homesfrom Nebraska 

“The kids had a blast! I can’t wait to go back!” – Coach Bressler, The Family Team Basketball Team from Michigan, participants in the 2008 AAU 9U National Championship at Disney’s Wide World of Sports. 

A Disney Vacation Secret Just for You!“I had my parents, my family, my brother and his family and my sister and her family in a 5 bed/4 bath home and it was awesome! We have not been all under one roof since we were kids and ALL STAR allowed us to spend some quality time and have one large pajama party!” – T. Daigs from Louisiana 

Give Your Friends and Family the Ultimate Disney Vacation Experience at ALL STAR Vacation Homes”We had 6-kids and 6 adults and we all had a blast. It was so nice having fun at Walt Disney World all day then heading HOME! We even had a group of 12 stay on our same street with overlapping dates so we could hang out. What a great deal. We will never stay on property again!” – B. Pilkington, Sr. from North Carolina 

Now that’s an EARFUL!

A Disney Vacation Secret Just for You!RICK’S SECRET LINKA Disney Vacation Secret Just for You! 

Psst!  Get the best VALUE for your family, group or team
at these Walt Disney World area vacation homes.

Add comment June 26th, 2008

More Tips from Deb at AllEarsNet on Innoventions at EPCOT in Walt Disney World

Cool Disney Tips from Deb at AllEarsNet

TIP OF THE MONTH – JUNE 2008

Segway Central at EPCOT InnoventionsThis month, Deb Wills, editor of AllEarsNet.com, continues her tour through Innoventions at EPCOT Walt Disney World. 

Her tip for June covers Segway Central and the “Where’s the Fire” educational fire safety show “Play It Safe” – plus where to find a cool summer treats near this exciting interactive learning attraction!

Add comment June 23rd, 2008

Exclusive ALL STAR Vacation Homes Discount for 2008 PRI Show Attendees

Stay and Save at ALL STAR Vacation Homes a Proud Sponsor of NHRA Super Comp Star Bob FullerALL STAR Vacation Homes, proud sponsor of NHRA Super Comp star Bob Fuller, is offering 10% OFF any stay at one of our luxurious vacation homes and condos for all 2008 Performance Racing Industry Trade Show participants and vendors! 

The show, now in its 21st year, will be held December 11-13, 2008 at the Orange County Convention Center. 

Race on over to our special PRI vacation home discount page to take advantage of this exclusive offer! 

We’d also like to congratulate Bob Fuller, on his win at the NHRA LUCAS Oil Drag Racing Series Race in Brainerd, Minnesota on Memorial Day weekend. 

Way to go Bob!

Add comment June 20th, 2008

The WEEKLY EARFUL Your Source for Hot Disney Vacation Tips and Secrets

June 19, 2008 EditionDisney Vacation Home Tips from Rick E Mouse

Welcome to THE WEEKLY EARFUL, your source of tips and secrets for making the most out of your Disney vacation in Orlando. 

Each week, special correspondent Rick E-Mouse reveals the hidden magic of Walt Disney World – in places you’d least expect! 

Here’s this week’s secret: 

7 Ways to Save Big on Your Disney Vacation 

Save BIG by Staying at a Disney Area Vacation Home Rental

A Disney Vacation Secret Just for You!Save on GAS – most of these Orlando vacation home rentals are just 4 miles or less from the Walt Disney World main gate

A Disney Vacation Secret Just for You!Save on your STAY – you’ll keep your family or group together AND save big by staying at a Disney area vacation home rental

A Disney Vacation Secret Just for You!Save on DINING – renting a Disney Orlando vacation home gives you the freedom to make your own meals and snacks at a fraction of the cost you’d pay at local attractions!

A Disney Vacation Secret Just for You!Save on LUXURY – you’ll get more and spend less by staying at a luxurious FIVE-STAR vacation home near DIsney

A Disney Vacation Secret Just for You!Save on TICKETS – these vacation homes offer special Disney ticket discounts for guests

A Disney Vacation Secret Just for You!Save on ENTERTAINMENT – with private pools, community waterslides, deluxe playgrounds, clubhouse movie theatres, game rooms and more, many vacation homes near Disney make it easy to save by staying in!

A Disney Vacation Secret Just for You!Save more TIME for yourself to relax and enjoy the beautiful Disney area outdoors at your favorite vacation home! 

A Disney Vacation Secret Just for You!RICK’S SECRET LINKA Disney Vacation Secret Just for You!  

Psst!  Save the way you want on your Disney vacation

with these vacation home rental savings options.

Add comment June 19th, 2008

The JUNE ORLANDO ATTRACTION OF THE MONTH is FUN SPOT

Add More Fun to Your Orlando Vacation at Fun Spot!Celebrating its 10th Anniversary, Fun Spot Attractions is the perfect way to have a blast on your family vacation in Orlando.  With two unique “action parks”, Fun Spot delivers big time thrills at small prices.  First there’s Fun Spot Action Park on International Drive. 

This thrill-a-minute action attraction features hands-on rides and other interactive fun, including:

  • Multi-level go kart tracks that let guests “Drive the Ride”
  • Heart-stopping thrill rides like the giant Revolver Ferris wheel and the whirling Paratroppers
  • A special Kid Spot for the little ones that includes a Kiddie Train, carousel and classic ‘Tea Cup’ ride
  • Over 100 exciting games in a 10,000 square-foot arcade and more!

But the action doesn’t stop there!  A second action park, Fun Spot USA, is located in Kissimmee near Celebration and features the World’s tallest SkyCoaster that sends daring riders 300 feet into the air! 

Both Fun Spot parks have free admission, free parking and free unlimited soft drinks (rides and game tokens additional).  Plus, in celebration of their 10th anniversary, Fun Spot Attractions is awarding weekly Prizes valued at $1200.00 – plus a Labor Day drawing for a 2008 Dodge Charger

Supercharge your Orlando vacation with more thrills, more action and more fun at Fun Spot!

Add comment June 16th, 2008

Find Family Vacation Fun for Everyone at Festival Bay Mall in Orlando

Enjoy Unique Family Shopping, Dining and More at Festival Bay Mall in OrlandoExperience unique family shopping, dining and entertainment fun at Festival Bay Mall on International Drive in Orlando. 

For Mom, there’s specialty shops like Nine West Outlet and for Dad, there’s stores like Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World.  The kids will love the glow-in-the-dark miniature golf course and the indoor playground.  And the whole family will enjoy the 20-screen movie theatre. 

Plus, now through Sunday June 15th, check out the Arts & Crafts Show – featuring a host of local vendors displaying and selling their unique creations. 

Stop by Festival Bay Mall on your Orlando vacation – a place your whole family will enjoy!

Add comment June 16th, 2008

The WEEKLY EARFUL Your Source for Hot Disney Vacation Tips and Secrets

  June 12, 2008 Edition

Disney Vacation Home Tips from Rick E MouseWelcome to THE WEEKLY EARFUL, your source of tips and secrets for making the most out of your Disney vacation in Orlando. 

Each week, special correspondent Rick E-Mouse reveals the hidden magic of Walt Disney World – sometimes in places you’d least expect! 

This week’s secret: 

How to Keep the Disney Magic Going
After You Leave the Parks 

After a long day of fun and sun at Walt Disney World, you can still bring the Disney experience back home.  Do a Disney family photo shoot and Share Your ALL STAR Story!Here’s some tips on how to make the Disney magic last beyond the parks at your Disney area Orlando vacation home: 

Do a Disney family photo shoot – get a group shot in all the main rooms of your vacation home. 

Play Disney Trivia, Puzzles and Games at Your Vacation HomeHave a Disney trivia and game party – use the computer in your vacation home to access websites like DisneyWorldTrivia.com for free quizzes, puzzles and downloadable games. 

Turn Your Luxury Pool into a Post Disney Water Park!Keep the Disney water park fun going in your “splashtacular” luxury pool! 

Thrill to Big-Screen Disney Adventures in Your Own Private Vacation Home TheatreEnjoy big-screen Disney adventures in your own state-of-the-art personal home theatre. 

A Disney Vacation Secret Just for You!RICK’S SECRET LINK:  Psst!  Click to discover more magical Disney area vacation homes!

Add comment June 12th, 2008

Celebrate Star Wars Weekends on Your Orlando Vacation at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Celebrate Star Wars Weekends at Disney’s Hollywood StudiosMake your Orlando vacation at Disney truly stellar. 

Celebrate Star Wars Weekends, now in its second week, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World

Special events include Jedi training, behind-the-scenes Star Wars secrets, trivia challenges, prize giveaways and more! 

Plus, meet host Warwick Davis (“Wicket the Ewok”) and these other Star Wars celebrities:

  • June 13-15: Peter Mayhew (“Chewbacca”) and David Prowse (“Darth Vader”)
  • June 20-22: Amy Allen (“Aayla Secura”) and Matthew Wood (“General Grievous”)
  • June 27-29: Dave Filoni (director of the upcoming “Star Wars: The Clone Wars”) and Jake Lloyd (“Young Anakin Skywalker”) 

Star Wars Weekends runs every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through June 29th.

Add comment June 10th, 2008

June Summer Orlando Vacation Movie Guide

Summer Orlando Vaction Movie Guide

DON’T MISS THESE HOT 

JUNE SUMMER FILMS ON

 YOUR ORLANDO VACATION! 

  • June 6th: Kung Fu Panda – Jack Black voices a misfit martial arts bear 
  • June 13th: The Incredible Hulk with Edward Norton as the mega-hero
  • June 20th: Get Smart starring Steve Carell as the clumsy spy
  • June 27th: Wall-E – Disney-Pixar tale about a lonely junkyard robot 

See these and other great summer vacation blockbusters at these Orlando area cinemas (movie availability at theatres may vary):

Get the A Disney Vacation Secret Just for You!STAR treatment on your Orlando vacation.  Book a luxurious Orlando vacation home with ALL STAR Vacation Homes now and save $150 on select homes!

Add comment June 6th, 2008

New WEEKLY EARFUL Feature for Hot Disney Vacation Tips and Secrets

Disney Vacation Home Tips from Rick E MouseWelcome to THE WEEKLY EARFUL, your source of tips and secrets for making the most out of your Disney vacation in Orlando. 

Each week, special correspondent Rick E-Mouse reveals the hidden magic of Walt Disney World – sometimes in places you’d least expect! 

Here’s Rick’s first secret: 

Top Disney Themed Vacation Homes in Orlando 

Vacation along with Mickey and friends at these luxurious vacation homes near Walt Disney World: 

Beautiful Disney Themed Orlando Vacation Home in Formosa GardensThree Disney “mini theme park” twin bedrooms adorn this magnificent Orlando vacation home in Formosa Gardens – the Princess Room, the Buzz Lightyear room and even a Nemo room! 

This Majestic Acadia Estates Vacation Home Features a Mickey Shaped Kiddie Pool

Your kids will love the special Mickey-shaped pool made just for them at this elegant vacation home in Acadia Estates

See the Disney Fireworks from the Pool at this Windsor Hills Resort Vacation HomeEnjoy the Disney game room and the amazing views of Disney’s fireworks from the beautiful pool and patio at this lovely Windsor Hills Resort vacation home!  

With houses like these, you really can take the Disney magic home! 

A Disney Vacation Secret Just for You!RICK’S SECRET LINK:  Psst!  Click to discover more magical Disney area vacation homes!

Add comment June 5th, 2008

Take the Ultimate Orlando Vacation Pit Stop

Race Over to the NASCAR Sports Grille on Your Orlando VacationRelax and reel in the racing excitement on your Orlando vacation at the NASCAR Sports Grille in Universal Orlando CityWalk, the official restaurant of NASCAR. 

Catch a live race on the big screen, roar to the finish in a top-of-the-line virtual racing simulator or watch fascinating NASCAR history in one the many flat panel-equipped booths. 

The NASCAR Sports Grille also features a game room, NASCAR merchandise shop and several actual stock cars – perfect for family vacation photos.  It’s two levels of high-octane fun for the whole family!

Add comment June 3rd, 2008


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