Archive for July, 2009
by Rick E-Mouse
July 31, 2009 Edition
Cool Off at These Hot Orlando Water Parks
Splash, slide and cool off on your Orlando vacation at these hot Orlando water parks:
Aquatica by SeaWorld – enter a South Seas-themed world splashing, swimming and sliding excitement – including the Dolphin Plunge, where you actually waterslide through a lagoon filled with black-and-white Commerson’s dolphins!
Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park – chill at this “melted” ski resort-themed water park, as you slide down Mount Gushmore on the Slush Gusher, Summit Plummet and more!
Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park – get swept away into a tropical paradise marked by the aftermath of a furious storm and brave the thrilling waters of the Gang Plank Falls, Humunga Kowabunga and more!
Wet ‘n Wild – brave a wild world of waves and waterslides including the Brain Wash, Disco H2O, The Storm and more!
“Water” you waiting for? Check out these exciting Orlando water parks today!
July 31st, 2009
Located right in front of ALL STAR Vacation Homes, Jungle Golf is the perfect way to enjoy affordable family fun close to your Disney area vacation home.
Embark on a mini golf expedition through Africa as you follow in the footsteps of Stanley, Livingstone and Lewis, navigating a literal “jungle” of obstacles along the way.
Choose from two challenging, 18-hole courses: the Plains of Serengeti or the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Explore the jungle on your Orlando vacation, journey to Jungle Golf mini golf today!
July 30th, 2009
The finalists for 67 Days of Smiles in Orlando arrived Sunday, July 26th at ALL STAR Vacation Homes!
This summer, Orlando sought the world’s greatest smiles for a thrill-packed 67-day Orlando vacation adventure. Ten pairs of finalists were recently named and invited to Orlando for a preview.
Upon their arrival at ALL STAR, the finalists were treated to a cookout at one of the vacation homes. ALL STAR will serve as their Orlando vacation accommodation headquarters – hosting the finalists in three Disney area vacation homes located in the luxurious Windsor Hills Resort community.
During their stay, the finalists will embark on a 67-hour adventure, experiencing Orlando’s theme parks, the SkyVenture vertical wind tunnel, hang gliding, Pirate’s Dinner Adventure and more – plus sharing their experiences through their blogs and on Twitter.
One lucky pair will be chosen in early August to experience 67 days of action-packed fun, enjoying over 100 Orlando area experiences, beginning August 27th.
Follow the finalists and their Orlando vacation adventures at the 67 Days of Smiles in Orlando website.
July 27th, 2009
by Rick E-Mouse
July 23, 2009 Edition
Must-See Dinner Shows on Your Orlando Vacation
Add some excitement and thrills to your Orlando dining experience – check out these must-see dinner shows on your Orlando vacation:
Pirate’s Dinner Adventure – Enjoy dinner amidst rousing, swashbuckling action – featuring an authentic, life-sized replica of an 18th-century Spanish galleon in a 300,000-gallon indoor “lagoon”, explosive thrills and sing-along fun!
Arabian Nights – Sit back and savor a great meal plus a larger-than-life show featuring amazing spectacles in horsemanship with elegant Arabian horses performing astounding stunts and dances in a captivating tale of romance and adventure.
Medieval Times – Dine like royalty in Kissimmee Castle as you enjoy an all new “knightly” show in celebration of the attraction’s 25th anniversary – featuring chivalry and romance, thrilling jousting tournaments, daring duels and knee-slapping comedy.
Embark on a dining adventure during your visit to Orlando – don’t miss these thrilling Orlando vacation dinner shows!
July 23rd, 2009
Get more Orlando vacation value with the Worlds of Discovery Eat and Play Combo Ticket.
The Eat & Play Combo Ticket gives you 14 days of unlimited admission to SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay – plus a dining certificate good for one meal at each park! Meals include one entree, an accompanying side and a non-alcoholic beverage. Plus, each Eat & Play Combo Ticket includes complimentary rides to and from SeaWorld and Busch Gardens on the Busch Gardens Shuttle Express!
Enjoy the latest exciting attractions including the thrilling new roller coaster Manta at SeaWorld Orlando – plus Jungala at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, where you can soar over the jungle on the new Jungle Flyers zip-line ride, play tug-o-war with a real, live tiger and more!
Get your Eat and Play Combo Ticket and save – visit Kissimmee Guest Services today!
July 22nd, 2009
“The pool was wonderful, the house was fantastic (especially the Movie Theatre Room!), and it was close to our favorite place in the world: Disney!”
The ALL STAR Story of the Month for July is from the Stocker Family of Pennsylvania.
“We first heard of ALL STAR Vacation Homes when we attended the 2007 DisMeet (MagicMeets™) in Allentown, PA, and ALL STAR Vacation Homes was a sponsor,” said Mrs. Stocker.
“Imagine our surprise when we won the grand prize of a 4 night stay!!”
The Stocker family enjoyed their 2008 stay so much, that they returned in 2009, bringing another family along.
Read their story and enter for your chance to Win a 7-night stay with ALL STAR!
ALL STAR Vacation Homes is a proud sponsor of MagicMeets™ 2009. See you in Harrisburg August 7th – 9th!
July 21st, 2009
by Rick E-Mouse
July 17, 2009 Edition
Special Last Minute Summer Orlando Vacation Deals
Planning a last minute Orlando vacation? Reward yourself – choose from these great Orlando vacation specials:
Two FREE Balloon Rides*
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A FREE Rental Car
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With Your 7 Night Stay!
For the 2 FREE Hot Air Balloon Rides* Orlando vacation special, choose from a selection of featured Disney area vacation homes that range from 3 to 7 bedrooms with choice vacation rental amenities like private pools and spas, themed kids’ bedrooms, home theatres, game rooms and multiple master suites.
Hot air balloon rides will be provided by Orlando Balloon Rides. Flights start at sunrise and last approximately one hour, featuring breathtaking views of Central Florida’s natural beauty above the Kissimmee and Walt Disney World areas. Rides also include a complimentary breakfast, traditional champagne toast and a commemorative ‘Flight of Ascension’ certificate.
Reservations must be made for at least 7 nights and for arrival before August 14, 2009. Hurry! Supplies are limited!
For the FREE Rental Car Orlando vacation deal, choose a FREE Midsize Rental Car OR $100 in Gas or Grocery Gift Cards when you reserve any private pool home for 7 nights or more.
In addition to these hot last minute summer Orlando vacation deals, you’ll also receive special Disney and attraction ticket discounts plus free pool and spa heat with any reservation!
*See website for details.
July 17th, 2009
Just a few minutes from your Disney area vacation home in Kissimmee near Celebration, Fun Spot USA is an affordable, family-friendly must-see on your Orlando vacation.
Featured attractions include 4 exciting go kart tracks, 7 hair-raising thrill rides, an indoor blacklight mini-golf course and NASCAR racing simulators.
There’s also a Kid Spot for the little ones with a merry-go-round, kiddie train, slides and more! Plus, don’t miss SkyCoaster – the World’s tallest human sling shot ride that sends riders 300 feet into the air!
The best part about Fun Spot USA? FREE admission, FREE parking and FREE unlimited soft drinks! All you have to pay for are ride tickets or value-priced unlimited ride arm bands!
And for more affordable Orlando vacation fun, check out sister attraction Fun Spot Action Park on International Drive with more rides, a 10,000 square-foot arcade and more!
July 15th, 2009
Take your Orlando vacation out of this world – celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing mission this Thursday, July 16th at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, FL.
You’ll see one of the first men to set foot on the moon, Buzz Aldrin, as he recounts the exciting voyage.
Also on hand will be astronauts from other Apollo missions, sharing their stories of space exploration.
The celebration will take place at the Apollo/Saturn V Center and features the grand opening of a brand new exhibit displaying rare items from various Apollo missions – including spacesuits, excavation tools and even the Apollo 14 command module!
The event marks the date of the Apollo 11 launch, July 16, 1969, which sent three astronauts – Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins – to the moon. Four days later, on July 20, 1969, the lunar module Eagle landed on the moon, making a “giant leap for mankind.”
For more details, visit the Kennedy Space Center website.
July 13th, 2009
by Rick E-Mouse
July 10, 2009 Edition
Survivor Stars Coming Soon to Celebration Florida
Back from exile and with total immunity, it’s some of your favorite stars from the hit CBS reality show “Survivor” – coming soon to Celebration, Florida!
This year’s Summer Sidewalk Sale, being held in Celebration Town Center Friday, July 24th through Sunday, July 26th , will feature its first ever “Survivor” reunion of up to 20 or more scheduled former show castaways – including last season’s winner, JT, “fan favorite” Ozzy, Taj, “Big Tom” and more!
Scheduled “Survivor” events include an autograph signing on Saturday, July 25th from 3:00PM – 5:00 PM on Market Street followed by a special Survivor Party at the Celebration Town Tavern that evening.
There’s also a “Sales Survivor: Treasure Hunt” where you can follow the clues on a special “treasure map” to find the answers hidden throughout Celebration Town Center. One lucky winner will win $500 in cash and prizes!
For more details, check out the Celebration Town Center website.
Treat your “tribe” to a rewarding Orlando vacation – visit the “Survivor” reunion at the Summer Sidewalk Sale in Celebration!
July 10th, 2009
The Sounds Like Summer Concert Series at Epcot in Walt Disney World rocks on with these hot tribute bands:
- July 9th – July 17th: 52nd Street – A Tribute to Billy Joel
- July 18th – July 26th: The Sounds of the Supremes – A Tribute to the Supremes
- July 27th -August 2nd: 2U – A Tribute to U2
- August 3rd – August 9th: Petty Theft – A Tribute to Tom Petty
Shows run nightly at 5:45pm, 7:00pm and 8:15pm at America Gardens Theatre in Epcot.
Rock, bop and roll on your Orlando vacation – don’t miss the Sounds Like Summer Concert Series at Epcot!
July 8th, 2009
For swashbuckling family fun on your Orlando vacation, head to The Pirates League at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World.
Located in Adventureland next to the Pirates of the Caribbean ride, this brand new attraction lets you and your family become “real” pirates. You’ll dress up, get your own pirate name and even receive a pirate makeover that includes: “scurvy” makeup, tattoos, bandanas and more!
Choose from three different pirate looks:
- The Cursed Pirate – perfect for “haunting” ghost ships
- Captain Jack – everyone’s favorite scallywag
- Captain Hook – of Peter Pan fame
Once you’ve donned your favorite pirate gear and getup, you’ll take the pirate “oath”, get your pirate picture taken and receive a certificate with your new pirate name declaring your induction into The Pirates League!
Don’t miss out on this fun, brand new attraction on your Disney vacation – “sail” on over to The Pirates League today!
July 6th, 2009
by Rick E-Mouse
July 2, 2009 Edition
Where to Find Valuable Disney Vacation Planning Tips
Save time – and money – on your Disney World vacation, with hot tips from TouringPlans.com, the website of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World.
TouringPlans.com features great tips from Unofficial Guide authors and contributors like:
- Best days to visit your favorite Disney parks
- Ways to save a bundle on dining
- How to avoid long lines for top attractions and rides
- When to book reservations at your favorite Disney restaurants
…and so much more valuable Disney vacation planning information!
The site also features Blogs with advice for families traveling with little ones and teenagers, tips on finding the best places at the water parks to “set up camp” and more! You’ll even find great Disney vacation advice from other families who’ve been to the parks.
TouringPlans.com also includes detailed, custom-tailored touring plans for your visit to the parks – with information like the best time to arrive, the first attractions to visit, when and where to eat and even the weather forecast for the day! And their handy online Disney vacation trip planner is the perfect way to organize your Disney visit!
Get the most out of your Disney World vacation – visit TouringPlans.com today!
July 2nd, 2009
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