On May 21, 2012, Philadelphia area residents, who tuned in to KYW-TV CBS 3 Philly for the 11 p.m. Eyewitness News, learned ways to save if they were planning an Orlando vacation along with helpful tips from All Star Vacation Homes. The segment, called “3 On Your Side: Orlando Travel Deals” with consumer reporter Jim Donovan, traveled around Orlando highlighting various attractions, vacation values and deals.
Steve Trover, Chief Executive Officer of All Star Vacation Homes, discussed the money-saving options and advantages of vacation homes: “One of the big benefits of staying in a house or a condo is the kitchen. You can spend time eating and dining here as opposed to out, so you can save a lot of money.” Trover also explained how vacation homes offered values to families needing extra space, accommodating more guests and adding up to considerable savings.
Click here to watch a video or read a transcript of “3 On Your Side: Orlando Travel Deals.” You can visit AllStarVacationHomes.com to learn more or reserve a vacation home.
Looking for entertainment that doesn’t cost a dime? ArtsFest, presented by United Arts of Central Florida, celebrates local arts and culture by hosting various events in the Central Florida area during the month of February.
Feed your family’s artistic spirit or discover a new curiosity by attending one of the 302 free cultural events including theater, dance, comedy, art and exhibition galleries, workshops, storytelling and much more. Some family-friendly events located close to Kissimmee or worth the drive downtown include:
Osceola Arts Festival (Kissimmee): February 11 and 12, head to Valencia College and see over 150 artists from around the U.S.
The Storyteller (International Drive – Orlando): February 18 and 25, celebrate diversity and learn about struggles and successes of African-Americans.
SomeBunny Special Puppet Show (Downtown Orlando): February 21, join Miss Bunny on her forest adventure full of surprises, where kids learn that they are “SomeBunny Special” too.
Tree of Light (Downtown Orlando): All month, 24 hours a day, interact with the Tree of Light, a tall sculpture made from recycled materials, and discover what happens once all the lights are on.
Keep in mind that some events do require a fee for parking. Click here for more information and a detailed schedule of non-ticketed events. (Although the ticket lottery has ended, more than 260 events are non-ticketed where you can just show up and enjoy.)
After returning from one of Orlando’s many theme parks and attractions, relax in the comfort of your Orlando vacation home living room or home theatre with some classic, family friendly films. A few of our favorites:
Finding Nemo (2003)This Oscar-winning animated feature is Pixar at its very best. Literally a fish-out-water tale, “Nemo” features a son’s adventure to return home and his father’s own journey to find him.
The Wizard of Oz (1939)Every generation’s classic film about Dorothy’s trip to Oz and the friends she meets along the way. Re-watch with your family or show this quintessential gem to your kids for the first time. There’s no place like home.
E.T. (1982)Grab a box of tissues and relive the adventure of Elliott and his friendship with an extraterrestrial who is trying to get home.
Toy Story (1995)Catch Woody, Buzz and the whole gang of toys as they work together to find their way back to Andy. If you’re up to the task, watch the entire top notch, award-winning trilogy from Pixar.
The Muppet Movie (1979)Gear up for the new upcoming “The Muppets” by returning to the first film featuring Kermit, Miss Piggy, Gonzo and dogs and bears and chickens and things. A laugh-a-minute with dozens of celebrity cameos, this is the perfect way to introduce your children to The Muppets.
Pop the popcorn and settle in for a relaxing and fun night with your family in your ALL STAR vacation home.
There are a number of advantages to booking your Orlando vacation this time of year. The theme parks are all decked out in celebration so you can enjoy all the holiday magic that is already in the air! Crowds are considerably lighter, and you will find the best specials and rates during early November and early December travel dates. While avoiding longer lines and crowded parks, you will also enjoy Orlando’s incredible Fall weather. The mornings and evenings may be a little chilly so bring layers for your all-day excursions, then head back to your vacation home to take full advantage of your heated pool or hot tub.
Taking your Orlando Vacation during the holidays doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a traditional family Thanksgiving meal. Here are some great ways to celebrate Thanksgiving without any of the hassle:
Avoid the grocery stores.
Don’t waste your vacation standing in lines or fighting over the last pumpkin pie. Pre-order your groceries from Garden Grocer. Everything you need to prepare dinner will be delivered to your vacation home prior to your arrival.
Stay out of the kitchen.
If you’re looking for a little more relaxation during your vacation, let someone else do the cooking. From the appetizers to dessert, Publix Supermarkets can provide you with an entire meal, complete with all the traditional dishes your family will enjoy.
Hire a personal chef.
Treat your family to a gourmet meal prepared by your own personal chef. For Thanksgiving dinner or through the duration of your stay, a personal chef is a wonderful way to enjoy delicious meals with your family during your vacation.
Enjoy BIG savings on your Spring 2011 Orlando vacation – reserve your stay with ALL STAR Vacation Homes today!
*Offer valid on new reservations only for travel dates through June 10, 2011. Excludes April 16, 2011 to April 29, 2011. See website for terms & conditions and more details.
Plan your Orlando vacation at ALL STAR Vacation Homes at Reunion’s condos & villas and receive a FREE Rental Car with your 7-Night stay during select Spring 2011 travel dates!*
Choose from 3 bedroom Disney area vacation condo rentals with luxury furnishings and decor – all located close to Reunion® Resort’s 5 acre water park!
Condo and villa features include:
Fully Equipped Kitchens
Dining & Living Areas
TVs in All Bedrooms
Complimentary Wireless Internet Access
Plus, enjoy relaxing private patios with beautiful resort and golf course views!
During your Orlando vacation at ALL STAR Vacation Homes at Reunion, a Preferred Partner of Reunion Resort, enjoy access to Reunion’s exclusive world class amenities such as three 18-hole championship golf courses designed by the pros, on-site fine & casual Orlando dining, a full service boutique spa, a state-of-the-art fitness center and an infinity-edge resort swimming pool!
Take advantage of this great Orlando vacation condo deal today – reserve your stay with ALL STAR Vacation Homes at Reunion now!
*Offer valid now through May 31, 2011. Excludes April 16, 2011 – April 29, 2011 travel dates. $100 instant money rebate available instead of free rental car. See website for more details.
Turn up the volume on your holiday Orlando vacation – enjoy the Radio Disney Holiday Concert at Celebration Town Center in Celebration, Florida.
This FREE family-friendly Central Florida holiday concert features the jamming sounds of Radio Disney artists including Allstar Weekend and this year’s “Next Big Thing” winner, Kicking Daisies!
Experience SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration
on Your Holiday Orlando Vacation
Celebrate your holiday Orlando vacation “where the season meets the sea” – take the family to SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration at SeaWorld Orlando.
SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration runs nightly Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, November 26, 2010 – December 12, 2010 and every night December 17, 2010 – January 2, 2011.
Don’t miss this “must-sea” holiday Orlando vacation event!
The ALL STAR Story of the Month for November is by the Hite Family from Virginia who stayed at Windsor Palms Resort.
“We stayed in an ALL STAR vacation home the week of Thanksgiving 2009. My wife, two daughters (ages 12 and 4), my parents and I planned a trip to Walt Disney World early this past summer and were thinking of booking a suite in the same hotel we stayed in two years ago on a visit to WDW.”
“But after some research by my wife, we discovered that ALL STAR Vacation Homes was a much better choice for our family. Not only was it less expensive, but it had a private, heated pool. The house also provided us with much more room and privacy.”
“All six of us agree that when we get the chance to return to Walt Disney World there is no better place for our family to stay than in an ALL STAR vacation home.”
For free Halloween fun on your Fall Orlando vacation, take the kids to Old Town in Kissimmee.
At this family-friendly Orlando vacation event, kids can wear costumes and go trick-or-treating at Old Town’s specialty shops. With four blocks of stores, that’s a whole lot of treats!
Don’t forget to bring your own bags!
Plus, for only $2.00, the little ones can experience The Grimm Haunted House with a special tour made just for them!
Old Town’s Trick-or-Treat runs this Sunday, October 31st, from 2pm to 6pm.
Plan your Fall Orlando vacation with ALL STAR Vacation Homes and enjoy BIG SAVINGS with these two great Orlando vacation rental specials:
Get 5 Nights for the Price of 4 when you reserve Orlando vacation rentals during Fall 2010 travel dates!*
You get a FREE NIGHT and up to hundreds in savings!
Stay 3 nights and receive the 4th night FREE when you reserve ALL STAR’s Disney area vacation condos in Reunion Resort® and Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa for Fall travel dates!*
That’s one FREE night and up to $200 or More in vacation savings!
Plus, receive special Disney and other Orlando attraction ticket discounts with your reservation!
Reserve your Fall Orlando vacation with ALL STAR Vacation Homes now and SAVE BIG!
*Offers valid now through December 17, 2010. Excludes November 20, 2010 – November 28, 2010. See website for more details.
2. September Magical Dining Month – Thirty days of $30 prix fixe dinners at Central Florida’s premier dining destinations.
3. Epcot International Food & Wine Festival – Taste the world! Enjoy international cuisine, regional wines and the Eat to the Beat Concert Series – October 1st to November 14th.
4. Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party – Family-friendly Disney Halloween fun at the Magic Kingdom® Park, select nights, September 14th through November 1st.
Plan your last minute September Orlando vacation at ALL STAR Vacation Homes and SAVE BIG with these great deals:
5 Night Orlando Vacation Home Deal
Stay 4 nights, receive a 5th Night FREE when you reserve ALL STAR’s Orlando vacation home rentals for September 2010 travel dates!* You get 5 nights for the price of 4 and up to hundreds in vacation savings when renting condos, town homes and private pool homes!
In addition to these two great Orlando vacation specials, you’ll also receive special Disney and other popular Orlando attraction ticket discounts with your reservation!
On May 21, 2012, Philadelphia area residents, who tuned in to KYW-TV CBS 3 Philly for the 11 p.m. Eyewitness News, learned ways to save if they were planning an Orlando vacation along with helpful tips from All Star Vacation Homes. The segment, called “3 On Your Side: Orlando Travel Deals” with consumer reporter Jim Donovan, traveled around Orlando highlighting various attractions, vacation values and deals.
4 Night Orlando Vacation Condo Special
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