Archive for March, 2010
Celebrate Mom this May at Lighthouse Key Resort and Spa and SAVE! Plan an Orlando vacation getaway for Mother’s Day and receive big savings with a special Mother/Daughter Orlando shopping and spa package.
The package includes:
- Luxury Accommodations:
A 2 Night Stay in a luxury Lighthouse Key 2 Bedroom Disney area vacation condo rental with full kitchen, living area and patio.
- Spa Treatments:
A Mother/Daughter Spa Treatment at The Spa at Lighthouse Key that includes 2 hours of services each.
- Orlando Shopping:
$50 Simon®/Chelsea Premium Outlets® Gift Card for use at Orlando Premium Outlets, and a VIP Coupon Book worth hundreds of dollars in additional savings. Round trip transportation is available to and from Orlando Premium Outlets for an additional charge.
During your stay, enjoy Lighthouse Key’s world of resort vacation amenities, including heated pools, an on-site deli and free shuttle service to Disney and other Orlando attractions!
Celebrate Mother’s Day on your Florida vacation – reserve your May Mother/Daughter Orlando shopping and spa getaway package at Lighthouse Key today!
See website for more details.
March 31st, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
March 27, 2010 Edition
Sesame Street Safari of Fun Now Open
at Busch Gardens Tampa
TM/© 2010 Sesame Workshop
For family-friendly fun on your Central Florida vacation, journey to Sesame Street Safari of Fun, now open at Busch Gardens Tampa.
This exciting new addition to Busch Gardens features an African adventure filled with kid-size rides, cool water fun and more, including:
- Air Grover – dip and dive over the desert on this exciting junior coaster
- Elmo’s Tree House – embark on a thrilling climbing adventure
- Bert and Ernie’s Watering Hole – splash and refresh in this fun-filled water play area
Plus, enjoy character interactions, dining experiences and African-inspired shows featuring everyone’s favorite Sesame Street® friends!
It’s Sesame Street Safari of Fun, where imaginations run wild, and there’s fun for everyone – now open at Busch Gardens Tampa!
March 27th, 2010
Plan a May Orlando vacation at Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa and get a second one free in September!
Reserve your Lighthouse Key Disney area vacation condos for May 2010 travel dates and receive the same number of nights in September 2010 FREE!*
In addition to this incredible Orlando vacation deal, you’ll also receive a certificate from The Spa at Lighthouse Key for a special treat in September: purchase any spa treatment and receive another treatment of equal or lesser value for 50% off!
For your stay, choose from one to four bedroom vacation condo rentals near Disney with fully equipped kitchens, living and dining areas, private patios, complimentary wireless Internet access and more!
Plus, enjoy Lighthouse Key’s exciting resort vacation amenities, including two heated pools, an on-site deli and free shuttle service to Disney and other top Orlando area attractions.
Take advantage of this exclusive Orlando vacation special – reserve your stay at Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa today!
*Excludes May 27 – 31, 2010 and September 1 – 6, 2010. See website for more details.
March 26th, 2010
Journey to a new world of magic on your Orlando vacation – explore The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, opening June 18th at Universal’s Islands of Adventure.
This brand new addition to the Orlando, Florida theme park will feature many popular characters and places from the beloved Harry Potter series, including Hogwart’s Castle – home to the thrilling Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride that takes guests on an adventure through the castle, a quidditch match, the Forbidden Forest and more!
Additional attractions include: the shop-filled town of Hogsmeade, the Dragon Challenge dual roller coaster, Three Broomsticks restaurant – plus many other Harry Potter themed rides and locations.
Add more magic to your 2010 Orlando vacation – visit The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, opening June 18th!
March 25th, 2010
For an out-of-this-world Orlando vacation, experience Star Wars Weekends – coming this May and June to Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Enjoy a spectacular celebration featuring over 50 Star Wars characters, trivia games, parades and more! Plus meet some of your favorite Star Wars celebrities, including Ray Park (Darth Maul), Billy Dee Williams (Lando Calrissian), Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca) – and many others!
Star Wars Weekends runs Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from May 21 through June 13, 2010 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World.
March 24th, 2010
Located just six miles from Walt Disney World®, ALL STAR Vacation Homes at Reunion is the perfect vacation escape for family getaways, group get togethers, golf outings and business events.
ALL STAR Vacation Homes at Reunion offers premium Disney area vacation home and condo rentals with access to a vast landscape of exclusive world class resort amenities that all adds up to a truly magical and memorable Orlando vacation experience.
Choose from vacation homes that feature amenities like private pools and spas, fully equipped kitchens, multiple master bedrooms, game and entertainment rooms – as well as spacious vacation condo rentals with fully equipped kitchens, private patios, big screen TVs and more!
Resort amenities include an infinity pool and water park, a full service spa, three championship golf courses, casual and upscale dining, outdoor vacation activities – plus 25,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor space perfect for meetings, family reunions, weddings and group events.
Get away. Get together. Get the most out of your Orlando vacation with ALL STAR Vacation Homes at Reunion!
March 19th, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
March 18, 2010 Edition
Outdoor Spring Orlando Vacation Activities
Experience the great outdoors on your Spring Orlando vacation. Enjoy many great activities in the Orlando and Kissimmee areas, including nature walks, golf, fishing and more.
Want to see the beauty of Central Florida from above? Embark on a hot air balloon ride from Orlando Balloon Rides.
You can also try your hand at bass fishing at Lake Toho in Kissimmee, explore the natural beauty and history of Bok Tower Gardens, and take an adventure tour at Gatorland.
Love golf? Hit the links at Mystic Dunes Golf Club.
There are so many ways to enjoy the outdoors on your Orlando vacation, you’ll want to do them all!
For more outdoor activities, visit the ALL STAR Guest Services Directory.
March 18th, 2010
“It was a true vacation! We came home happy,
full of magnificent memories and well rested.”
The ALL STAR Story of the Month for March is from the The Martin Family from New Jersey.
“I could have never imagined that going to Disney with my husband, 3 children – ages 6, 5 & 2 – my parents, sister and 14 year old nephew would be so relaxing,” said Mrs. Martin.
“Our ALL STAR home in Windsor Hills gave us the opportunity to relax and enjoy one another’s company each and every day,” she added.
“It was a true vacation! We came home happy, full of magnificent memories and well rested.”
Read their story and enter for your chance to Win a 7-night stay with ALL STAR!
March 16th, 2010
For splashing, sliding, high-speed thrills on your Orlando vacation, be sure not to miss the all-new water slide Omaka Rocka – opening Spring 2010 at Aquatica.
This exciting new addition to SeaWorld Orlando’s waterpark, Aquatica, features high-speed tubes and half-pipe funnels that’ll send you frontward and backward and climbing the walls!
Aquatica is Orlando’s whimsical, one-of-a-kind waterpark that could only come from SeaWorld. From enclosed tube slides through playful dolphins to tranquil and rapid rivers, the fun here is as endless as the sea.
For a waterpark experience like no other, head to Aquatica on your Central Florida vacation!
March 12th, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
March 11, 2010 Edition
St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations for Your Orlando Vacation
Get out your green and enjoy these two great St. Patrick’s Day celebrations on your Orlando vacation:
St. Patrick’s Day at Walt Disney World – Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Downtown Disney in Walt Disney World at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant. Enjoy Irish music, dance, food and more at this all-day event.
Performances include:
- Creel and Danielle at 12 Noon
- Myra Waters’ Dance Troupe at 1pm
- Elevation U2 – dubbed “the world’s most popular U2 tribute band” – from 10pm to close
There are also games and contests with prizes, party favors and more!
The celebration begins at 11am on Wednesday, March 17th. Admission is $10 for adults and free to kids under 18.
Kissimmee Irish Family Fest – For more St. Patrick’s Day fun, head to
Silver Spurs Arena at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee.
Enjoy Irish food provided by Savor Catering and entertainment including live music from Robbie O’Connell, Aoife Clancy and the Clancy Legacy and The Makem & Spain Brothers – plus dance performances by the Tir na Greine School of Irish Dance of Central Florida.
You’ll even receive a souvenir Irish mug with your admission!
Doors open at 5:30pm on Wednesday, March 17th. Performances begin at 6pm.
For tickets and more information, visit the Kissimmee Irish Family Fest website.
March 11th, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
March 5, 2010 Edition
Epcot Flower & Garden Festival
Flower Power Concert Series Schedule
Enjoy these top classic rock and pop artists on your Orlando vacation at the 17th Annual Epcot Flower & Garden Festival:
March 5 – 7: Jose Feliciano
March 12 – 14: Paul Revere & The Raiders
March 19 – 21: David Cassidy
March 26 – 28: Starship Starring Mickey Thomas
April 2 – 4: Tony Orlando
April 9 – 11: Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone
April 16 – 18: Ricky Nelson Remembered featuring The Nelsons
April 23 – 25: Atlanta Rhythm Section
April 30 – May 2: Fran Cosmo of Boston
May 7 – 9: Davy Jones
May 14 – 16: Chubby Checker & The Wildcats
Concert performances are held at the America Gardens Theatre by the World Showcase Lagoon opposite the American Adventure Pavilion.
Show times are scheduled for: 5:15pm, 6:30pm and 7:45pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
March 5th, 2010
Treat yourself on your Orlando vacation – schedule for A Chef of Your Own to prepare a delicious meal in your ALL STAR vacation home.
A Chef of Your Own provides premium personal chef services that include personalized menus with several healthy meal choices and featuring the freshest meats and produce.
Grocery shopping is also available, ensuring that your meals are prepared exactly they way you want them.
Your personal chef, Linda Page, brings 13 years of experience serving the Orlando area, giving you the quality service you expect.
With A Chef of Your Own, it all adds up to an unforgettable and unique Orlando vacation dining experience!
March 4th, 2010
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March 3rd, 2010
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