Archive for October, 2011
The winter season is steadily approaching and has already hit the Northeast very hard with an early, record snowstorm. The cold winter months can be tough, but it can give you an opportunity to spend more quality time with families. It’s a time for holiday traditions, family gatherings and rejuvenation after a busy summer.
If you would like to enjoy some warmer weather and outdoor activities with your family, ALL STAR Vacation Homes has wonderful fall specials that can be great for a weeks’ vacation or a long weekend getaway. Plus with the holidays just around the corner, the theme parks will be all decked out with holiday events and activities. Take advantage of a free night with ALL STAR’s Fall specials and plan an early getaway from the cold.
October 31st, 2011
During your Orlando vacation, join Blue Man Group at Universal Studios. Appropriate for all ages, Blue Man Group’s Florida performance is specially catered to its presence at Universal Orlando. The incorporation of customized elements with its original multisensory aspects makes this a truly unique Blue Man Group experience.
Blue Man Group started in 1991 in New York City and has been internationally touring for more than fifteen years. It has been breaking ground with its inclusion of original music, theater, art, science and vaudeville. Blue Man Group’s debut album “AUDIO” was nominated for an Emmy and has been called “a glorious wall of sound”.
Buy your tickets today to see the show USA Today calls “an absolute ecstatic experience”.
October 26th, 2011
Experience life under the sea at SeaVenture, one of Discovery Cove’s newest attractions. SeaVenture offers a once-in-a-lifetime adventure allowing visitors an up close and personal opportunity to interact with aquatic life. No SCUBA lessons are necessary as an expert leads you on an underwater walking tour. Explore this water world and swim with the fish while you learn about various sea creatures close enough to touch. Tours are small and intimate at six people per group and are appropriate for ages 10 and up.
Book your SeaVenture tour on your Orlando vacation for an underwater experience like no other!
October 24th, 2011
If you’re spending your Orlando Vacation in October, you’ll encounter the beautiful fall weather it has to offer. Venture out to explore some of Orlando’s finest points of interest.
Located just a short drive from the Disney theme parks on International Drive, Pointe Orlando offers an array of dining, entertainment and shopping options. Whether you’re looking for a romantic dinner for two or a night out with the family, Pointe Orlando will provide the right setting for you. Fine dining and kid-friendly restaurants are widely available. After dinner check out a movie at the Regal Cinemas Stadium 20 & IMAX or catch a show at the Improv Comedy Club. Top off your evening at Ben & Jerry’s for some homemade ice cream while you walk around this fabulous outdoor venue.
A bit closer to the parks is Celebration, Florida. Downtown Celebration offers a variety of dining options such as the Celebration Town Tavern whose slogan boasts: “Family, Food & Friends”. Take the family for some window-shopping or a lakeside stroll in this quaint community.
October 21st, 2011
Having just opened its doors on October 15th, LEGOLAND Florida, located in Winter Haven, is the largest LEGOLAND park in the world. Within its walls is Miniland USA, a section of the park devoted to miniature models of US cities like Las Vegas, Washington, D.C. and New York City. View miniature replicas of famous landmarks such as the Smithsonian, Times Square and the Vegas Strip. Unique to this park is Miniland Florida which features some of the state’s main attractions. Miniland will allow you to glimpse a miniature Kennedy Space Center or race a LEGO brick car on an interactive Daytona International Speedway. Schedule a day at LEGOLAND, Florida on your next Orlando vacation and enjoy water attractions, interactive entertainment, family rides, restaurants and shopping.
October 19th, 2011
The Gray Family from Massachusetts would like to share how they enjoyed their recent stay with
ALL STAR Vacation Homes:
“My husband and I decided to invite both of our parents and my sister and her 2 daughters to Disney. Everyone wanted to be the first to take my children to Disney so we decided to get everyone together at once to make it fair. My 2 year old son counted down the days with me from 110 and was so excited. I don’t think he understood what it meant until we got there and he realized we were not in Massachusetts anymore! My daughter was only 8 months old so she had no clue.
“ When we arrived all of our mouths dropped as we walked through the doors. The pictures did this house no justice. It was huge and gorgeous. We had so much fun doing Disney and character breakfast, but honestly had I known what we had we would have just stayed at the house most of the time. My son just wanted to play in the pool and at the club house pool the whole time. It honestly was so relaxing and just what we all needed.We cooked on the grill, and sat in the sauna. Disney was great everyone had so much fun taking Liam on all the rides and Jadyn was content being strolled around!We were on the go from sun up to sun down! We actually went back 3 months later and stayed at a hotel resort. I will NEVER go to Florida and stay anywhere BUT ALL STAR. I just loved everything about it. Location, gorgeous house, pool, shopping and Disney are all within a 10-15 minute drive.
So now my inlaws have just booked for next year so they can go again with my sister inlaw and her kids. I know that telling them about ALL STAR is a great thing since I know they will be guaranteed the best vacation staying in their property. I love all the houses, but the one I chose is the one I will always rent again and again. It had everything I needed. We will be planning our vacation for this year soon and I promise it will be with ALL STAR. I can’t thank them enough. The team was very helpful,friendly and very professional. Thank you everyone at ALL STAR for the best vacation ever, we can’t wait to do it again!”
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October 17th, 2011
20 ALL STAR Vacation Homes’ team members attended the national Vacation Rental Managers Association (VRMA) 2011 Annual Conference, which was held in Orlando, FL, Oct. 9 – 12. Educational workshops and sessions at the conference included topics on operations, accounting, housekeeping, maintenance, marketing and business strategy.
Delegates had the opportunity to network with more than 650 professional vacation rental management company and industry supplier attendees.
“Our team will implement many of the tools and ideas shared from the conference to increase our level of service to home owners and guests, and to strengthen and grow our business,” said Steve Trover, CEO, ALL STAR Vacation Homes.
October 13th, 2011
This Saturday, October 15, marks the much-anticipated grand opening of LEGOLAND Florida. Located on 150 acres in Winter Haven (just 30 minutes south of Orlando), LEGOLAND Florida is the biggest LEGOLAND park in the world. This one-of-a-kind theme park caters to families with children ages 2 to 12. Explore LEGOLAND’s different worlds like Miniland USA, which features New York City, Washington, D.C. and even Florida’s LEGO brick car races on an interactive Daytona International Speedway. For the first time you can enjoy your Orlando vacation at LEGOLAND Florida with its water attractions, interactive entertainment, family rides, restaurants and shopping
October 12th, 2011
The 21st Annual Southern Women’s Show comes to the Orange County Convention Center on Thursday October 13 – Sunday October 16. Enjoy shopping, food, fashion and maybe even meet a celebrity or two like Top Chef’s Fabio Viviani. During the 4-day show, you can visit over 300 exhibitors and take part in a number of contests to win prizes such as a $150 Publix gift card or an iPad 2. Or simply indulge yourself at the Z88.3 FM booth as they offer free back and neck massages. If you’re looking for something different during your Orlando vacation, check out the Southern Women’s Show where there’s something for everyone!
October 10th, 2011
In the last year, the vacation rental industry has seen a significant rise. In an unpredictable economy, consumers are not necessarily spending less money, they’re spending smarter money. Travelers want their money to go further and in doing so are choosing to rent vacation homes and condos now more than ever before.
“Travelers are selecting vacation rentals for many reasons, from cost savings to the inherent values that allow families and friends to grow closer by enjoying quality time together underneath the same roof,” explains Alex Risser, President of the Vacation Rental Managers Association (VRMA) and its Discover Vacation Homes awareness initiative, the official public resource on vacation rental travel.
Not only are you getting more bang for your buck, you’re also experiencing a real family vacation without sharing it with strangers. You’ve also got your own private home, pool and backyard for the kids and more amenities than a hotel could provide. A trend is forming where vacation homes are the norm.
Consider ALL STAR Vacation Homes when planning your next Orlando vacation.
October 7th, 2011
The magic of James Cameron’s 2009 mega-hit “Avatar” will be coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Construction is expected to begin in 2013 with the consultation of James Cameron and producing partner Jon Landau. Along with their Lightening Entertainment team, they will work with the Disney team to bring “Avatar” to life. Two “Avatar” sequels are already slated to begin production, which will allow for endless possibilities in tying in with the upcoming park attraction.
This is a perfect fit for Disney’s Animal Kingdom, known for its focus on animals and nature, different worlds and habitats co-existing in harmony. This is definitely something to plan for your future Orlando vacation.
October 5th, 2011
Bring the family to Celebration, FL for the
5th Annual Oktoberfest on October 7th and 8th. Parking and admission is free for this one-of-a-kind fall event. Live music and activities like hayrides and pumpkin painting make this a great time for the entire family. Stroll along the lakeside pavilion while leaves fall hourly to transform your Orlando vacation into an autumn wonderland.
October 3rd, 2011
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