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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
ALL STAR Vacation Homes will be attending the Vacation Rental Managers Association (VRMA) National Conference in San Antonio, Texas from October 31st to November 3rd.
ALL STAR CEO, Steve Trover, Vice President of Marketing, Sara Moore, and Director of Product Development, Kent Bjorklund will also be conducting educational sessions along with other vacation rental industry professionals.
The VRMA National Conference will feature business-building sessions plus provide networking opportunities for vacation rental managers, partners and vendors.
For more, visit the ALL STAR Vacation Homes News and Events page.
October 29th, 2010
Plan your stay at Vista Cay Resort for your Fall Orlando convention accommodations and SAVE!
Stay 4 nights and receive a 5th Night FREE when you reserve Vista Cay Resort Orlando vacation condo rentals for Fall 2010 travel dates!
Enjoy a FREE Night and up to $200 or more in savings!
Located directly across from the Orange County Convention Center, Vista Cay Resort features luxury Orlando vacation condos with upscale furnishings, fully equipped kitchens, computers with wireless Internet access, Plasma TVs and covered patios.
Upcoming Fall Orlando conventions and exhibitions at the Orange County Convention Center include:
- The Florida Restaurant Show 9/12/10 – 9/14/10
- InterBev 9/22/10 – 9/24/10
- American Dental Association 10/9/10 – 10/11/10
- Orlando Home Show 10/22/10 – 10/24/10
- Marine Dealer Conference & Expo 11/15/10 – 11/17/10
- Performance Racing Industry 12/9/10 – 12/11/10
Add an Orlando vacation to your Fall 2010 business trip and enjoy big savings – reserve your stay at Vista Cay today!
August 23rd, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
July 30, 2010 Edition
Star Wars Celebration V Coming Soon to Orlando
Celebrate everything Star Wars on your Orlando vacation – experience Star Wars Celebration V – coming soon to the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando!
Star Wars Celebration V is the fifth official Star Wars convention, bringing together fans, cast and crew of the beloved saga. This year’s event commemorates the 30th Anniversary of “The Empire Strikes Back” and features:
- Celebrity autograph signings
- Exclusive collectible merchandise
- Special screenings
- Trivia contests
- Music & other special entertainment
Special guests include: Mark Hamill (Luke Skywalker), Carrie Fisher (Princess Leia), Ray Park (Darth Maul) – and many others!
Plus, don’t miss the convention’s main event: an hour-long interview of Star Wars creator George Lucas by comedian Jon Stewart, scheduled for 11:00am Saturday, August 14 on the Celebration Main Stage!
Convention hours are Thursday August 12th through Saturday August 14th, 10am to 7pm and Sunday, August 15th, 10am to 5pm. However, special events, like panels and screenings, can continue later.
Visit the official Star Wars Celebration website for more information.
And for great Orlando vacation accommodations and specials, visit the ALL STAR Vacation Homes specials page.
July 30th, 2010
ALL STAR Vacation Homes attended the Central Florida Vacation Rental Managers Association (CFVRMA) Conference and Tradeshow on November 19th at Disney’s Contemporary Resort in Walt Disney World.
Members of the ALL STAR team met with over 40 vendors, networked with vacation rental managers from across the region and participated in sessions on marketing and management for the industry.
Topics included: Internet marketing tools, updates from Disney, plus search engine optimization tips from Trent Blizzard, CMO, Blizzard Internet Marketing.
November 20th, 2009
ALL STAR Vacation Homes, along with the vacation rental industry, is celebrating International Vacation Rental Awareness Month throughout the month of November.
International Vacation Rental Awareness Month was recently established at the 25th Annual Vacation Rental Managers Association (VRMA) National Conference held in Washington D.C. last week.
The new initiative, part of the Discover Vacation Homes vacation rental awareness campaign, was launched to help travelers reconnect with family, friends, partners and spouses via convenient resources and tools that assist in showing how to stay together on their next trip for less, including:
- Vacation Rental Specials
- 10 Secrets to Saving on Travel with Vacation Rentals
- Top 8 Vacation Rental Myths, Debunked
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Vacation Rental Planning Tips
- Choosing the Right Vacation Rental
Join ALL STAR in the celebration by visiting our Orlando vacation rental specials page.
November 4th, 2009
Members of the ALL STAR Vacation Homes team joined over 500 professionals in the vacation home rental industry for the 25th Annual Vacation Rental Managers Association (VRMA) National Conference in Washington D.C., October 25th – October 28th.
The team attended sessions on marketing, business development, housekeeping, guest services and more.
During the conference, VRMA provided updates on the association’s initiatives that included an updated strategic plan, tracking and analytics for the industry as well as updates to the Discover Vacation Homes awareness campaign, including designating November as International Vacation Rental Awareness Month.
November 2nd, 2009
Planning on attending a fall convention or exhibition in Orlando? Stay with ALL STAR Vacation Homes at Vista Cay Resort.
Vista Cay Resort, located directly across from the Orange County Convention Center, features upscale vacation condo rentals with spacious, beautifully decorated and furnished floor plans and vacation rental amenities such as computers with complimentary high speed and Wi-Fi Internet access, fully equipped kitchens, Plasma TVs and more!
Fall 2009 Orange County Convention Center events include:
- The Florida Restaurant & Lodging Show 9/11/09 – 9/13/09
- Orlando Home Show 9/18/09 – 9/20/09
- FNATS/The Landscape Show 10/1/09 – 10/3/09
- National Business Aviation Association 10/20/09 – 10/22/09
- Diving Equipment & Marketing Association 11/4/09 – 11/7/09
- National Association of RV Parks & Campgrounds 11/11/09 – 11/12/09
- Performance Racing Industry Convention 12/10/09 – 12/12/09
…plus many more!
Extend your business trip into an Orlando vacation and SAVE. Receive 10% off your 5 night stay when you reserve a luxury vacation condo at Vista Cay for arrival in the next 90 days!
September 7th, 2009
ALL STAR Vacation Homes attended the Florida Vacation Rental Managers Association (FVRMA) Annual Conference and Tradeshow in Destin, FL August 17th – 19th.
The conference included professional development sessions focused on marketing, operations and new technologies.
The national Vacation Rental Managers Association (VRMA) president, Alex Risser, also presented an update on the efforts of the vacation rental industry’s national association and its public awareness campaign, Discover Vacation Homes.
Additionally, ALL STAR’s CEO, Steve Trover, was recognized for his contributions as a FVRMA board member from 2007-2009.
August 21st, 2009
ALL STAR Vacation Homes joined more than 550 Disney fans in Harrisburg, PA July 18-20, 2008 for the 5th annual MagicMeets Fan Gathering. The weekend, which sold-out in less than 38 hours, brought Disney enthusiasts together to meet ‘n greet and attend a host of fun sessions presented by Disney experts and authors.
Speakers included: Deb Wills from AllEarsNet; Dave Marx from PassPorter; Lou Mongello from Disney World Trivia and host of the WDW Radio Show; Mike Scopa, also of AllEars and co-host of WDW Today podcast; Beci Mahnken founder of MEI and Mouse Fan Travel; Steve Barrett from Hidden Mickeys Guide; and many others!
Lou Mongello also led “The Dream Team” silent auction. This effort, when combined with additional fund raising efforts by many other partners leading up to MagicMeets, raised $20,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation!
ALL STAR Vacation Homes awarded two prizes for MagicMeets. The first, in partnership with Kissimmee Guest Services, was four tickets to Cirque du Soleil La Nouba. The second: a seven night stay in a 5-Star private pool Orlando vacation home.
Congratulations to our winners and to all event organizers and participants for making this year’s MagicMeets Fan Gathering both successful and magical!
July 22nd, 2008
Just 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!
June 27th, 2008
ALL 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!
June 20th, 2008
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