Posts filed under '5/2010 Events'
by Rick E-Mouse
March 25, 2011 Edition
2011 Epcot® Flower & Garden Festival
Flower Power Concert Series Schedule
Make your 2011 Disney vacation “rock” – catch the Flower Power Concert Series at the 18th Annual Epcot® Flower & Garden Festival in Walt Disney World® Resort.
Upcoming concerts include:
- March 25 – 27: Melissa Manchester
- April 1 – 3: Starship starring Mickey Thomas
- April 8 – 10: Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis Jr.
- April 15 – 17: Juice Newton
- April 22 – 24: Ricky Nelson Remembered featuring The Nelsons
- April 29 – May 1: Paul Revere & the Raiders
- May 6 – 8: Davy Jones
- May 13 – 15: Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone
Performances are held at the America Gardens Theatre and are scheduled for 5:15pm, 6:30pm and 7:45pm every Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the festival.
March 25th, 2011
“Magic” can happen!
The Orlando Magic are headed home for Game 5 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals versus the Boston Celtics.
This crucial game in the series will be held at the Amway Arena in Orlando tomorrow night, Wednesday, May 26th.
Tip-off is at 8:30PM EST. Catch the game on ESPN and cheer for the Magic!
Go Magic!
May 25th, 2010
“Lighthouse Key Resort was everything we expected.”
The ALL STAR Story of the Month for May is from the The Soler Family from Connecticut.
“Lighthouse Key Resort was everything we expected. The condo was clean and spacious. The kids had their own room and we had a place to relax when they went to bed. The balcony overlooked the beautiful pool area. We used the in-room washer/dryer daily which meant we only needed to do one load of laundry upon coming home from vacation,” said Mrs. Soler
“Overall, this place was great. I will definitely use ALL STAR again in the future!”
Read their story and enter for your chance to Win a 7-night stay with ALL STAR!
May 19th, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
May 14, 2010 Edition
SeaWorld AfterDark Coming Soon to SeaWorld Orlando
See SeaWorld Orlando in a whole new light – at night – don’t miss SeaWorld AfterDark on your Orlando vacation.
After enjoying a day of high speed thrills like Manta, up-close animal encounters and amazing shows, stay for the “encore” this summer at SeaWorld AfterDark for a night you’ll never forget!
Highlights include:
- Shamu Rocks – a thrilling rock ‘n roll show starring Shamu
- Sea Lions Tonite – enjoy hilarious hijinks with sea lions Clyde and Seamore
- Reflections – a dazzling fireworks extravaganza with soaring fountains, uplifting music and more!
SeaWorld AfterDark starts Saturday, May 29th and runs through Sunday, August 15th at SeaWorld Orlando.
Light up the night on your Orlando vacation with SeaWorld AfterDark!
May 14th, 2010
Once again, the Orlando Magic have ignited the NBA playoffs – and made history!
After sweeping the Atlanta Hawks 4 games to 0 with last night’s win, the Orlando Magic have advanced to the NBA Eastern Conference finals.
The Magic also set a record for the highest point difference in a four game sweep in NBA playoff history: 101 points!
They next face either the Cleveland Cavaliers or Boston Celtics, who are currently tied 2 games to 2 in the Eastern Conference semi-finals.
Way to go Magic!
May 11th, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
May 7, 2010 Edition
Celebrate Star Wars Weekends
at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Celebrate Star Wars Weekends at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World on your Orlando vacation.
This “stellar” event features celebrity autographs, meet and greets, trivia contests, motorcade parades, special limited-edition merchandise – plus many roaming Star Wars characters – and more!
Highlights include:
- The Jedi Training Academy – train to become a Jedi and face Darth Vader himself!
- The Padawan Mind Challenge – Star Wars trivia just for kids!
- Hyperspace Hoopla! – a “grande finale show” to cap off each evening
This year’s celebrity hosts are Jeremy Bulloch (Boba Fett – Episodes V-VI) and Ashley Eckstein (Voice of Ahsoka “Snips” in Star Wars: The Clone Wars cartoon).
Star Wars Weekends runs every Friday, Saturday and Sunday May 21st through June 13th at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Schedule of Celebrity Guests
May 21 – 23
Temuera Morrison (Jango Fett – Episode II)
Daniel Logan (Young Boba Fett – Episode II)
Dee Bradley Baker (Voice of the Clone Troopers in Star Wars: The Clone Wars cartoon)
May 28 – 30
Matthew Wood (Voice of General Grievous – Episode II)
Lorne Peterson (ILM Model Maker)
Tom Kane (Voice of Yoda in Star Wars: The Clone Wars cartoon)
June 4 – 6
Billy Dee Williams (Lando Calrissian – Episodes V-VI)
Ray Park (Darth Maul – Episode I)
Dave Filoni (Supervising Director of Star Wars: The Clone Wars cartoon)
June 11 -13
Ray Park (Darth Maul – Episode I)
Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca – Episodes III-VI)
James Arnold Taylor (Voice of Obi-Wan Kenobi in Star Wars: The Clone Wars cartoon)
May 7th, 2010
Plan a Mother’s Day Orlando vacation celebration at Lighthouse Key Resort and Spa for this month and SAVE BIG with a special May Mother/Daughter Orlando spa and shopping getaway package.
This exclusive package includes: a 2 Night Stay in a 2 bedroom Lighthouse Key Disney area vacation condo, mother/daughter spa treatments with 2 hours of services for each at The Spa at Lighthouse Key, a $50 Simon®/Chelsea Premium Outlets® gift card for use at Orlando Premium Outlets – and a VIP Coupon Book for hundreds in additional savings!
During your Mother’s Day Orlando getaway, enjoy Lighthouse Key’s resort amenities – like heated pools, an on-site deli and free shuttle service to Disney and other top Orlando attractions!
Celebrate Mother’s Day this month at Lighthouse Key and SAVE – plan your May Mother/Daughter Orlando spa and shopping vacation getaway today!
See website for details.
May 5th, 2010
Believe in Magic!
The Orlando Magic return to ignite the playoffs tonight as they square off against the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA Eastern Conference semi-finals.
The first two games of the series will be held at the Amway Arena in Orlando.
Catch Game 1 action tonight at 8:00 PM EST on TNT and tune in to ESPN this Thursday, May 6th at 8:00PM EST for Game 2 – and cheer the Magic to victory!
May 4th, 2010
Once again, there’s “Magic” in the air!
After defeating the Charlotte Bobcats on Monday April 26th, the Orlando Magic have advanced to the 2nd round of the 2010 Eastern Conference NBA playoffs!
The Magic are set to host either the Atlanta Hawks or the Milwaukee Bucks at the Amway Arena.
The date and time of their next game is dependent on the outcome of the Hawks-Bucks series.
Go Magic!
April 30th, 2010
For a festive and flavorful Orlando vacation, celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Taste of Four Corners in Kissimmee on Wednesday, May 5th from 5:30pm to 8:30pm.
Held at Formosa Gardens Village in Kissimmee, this annual family friendly event features delicious samplings of local fare, entertainment plus free activities and games for the kids.
Participating restaurants include: Beef O’ Brady’s, Outback Steak House, Taste of China, Carrabbas, Take Sushi and many more!
Also, be sure to stop by the ALL STAR Vacation Homes booth for a warm welcome to Central Florida!
April 27th, 2010
For something new and unique on your Orlando vacation, head to Gatorland for Swamp Sunset Celebrations.
This brand new evening event celebrates baby bird season at the Orlando nature park – where you’ll find hundreds of native birds in their natural habitat. Every night, wood storks, egrets and spoonbills fly back to roost at Gatorland.
Highlights include: live music and cocktails – plus special shows and attractions, including the White Gator Swamp and “real” dinosaurs! Kids can even enjoy cool nighttime fun at Gator Gully Splash Park!
Plus, bring your flashlight to catch a glimpse of the alligators’ eyes that show up red at night!
Dates for Swamp Sunset Celebrations at Gatorland are Fridays & Saturdays, April 30th and May 1st plus May 7th and 8th from 6pm to 9pm.
April 23rd, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
April 22, 2010 Edition
Earth Day Celebrations at Walt Disney World
Celebrate Earth day today on your Orlando vacation with special events at Walt Disney World.
At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, celebrate “Party for the Planet” with interactive stations, kids activities and more. You can even meet Jiminy Cricket at the entrance until 1pm and from 2pm to 5pm at Rafiki’s Planet Watch!
And at the Magic Kingdom, Jiminy Cricket will be appearing in the Rose Garden from 10am to 3pm.
At Downtown Disney Marketplace, enjoy Earth Day activities from 10am to 1pm, including butterfly releases occurring every half hour. You can also see the new Disneynature film “OCEANS” at the AMC Pleasure Island 24 in Downtown Disney West Side!
And don’t miss the beauty of nature in full bloom at the Epcot Flower & Garden Festival now through May 16th.
Celebrate the magic of the planet – visit Walt Disney World on your Earth Day Orlando vacation!
April 22nd, 2010
Plan your last minute Spring Orlando vacation at ALL STAR Vacation Homes and SAVE BIG!
Reserve Disney area vacation rentals for select April and May travel dates for five nights and only pay for four*! You get 5 nights for the price of 4!
Choose from Orlando vacation rentals that include homes with amenities like private pools and spas, home theatres, game rooms and multiple master suites! Additional selections include beautifully decorated luxury vacation condos plus spacious town homes featuring private lounge pools.
In addition, you’ll also receive special ticket discounts for Disney World and other great Orlando area attractions with your reservation!
For BIG savings, reserve your last minute Spring Orlando vacation at ALL STAR Vacation Homes today!
*Special valid during the following travel dates: April 11, 2010 – May 31, 2010. Offer not valid for Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa. See website for more details.
April 7th, 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
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
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
Discover even more fun on your Orlando vacation!
Be sure to check out these March Orlando events during your stay with ALL STAR Vacation Homes:
- Epcot Flower and Garden Festival – Explore a wonderland of floral beauty, great music and more! March 3rd through May 16th.
- Viva La Musica – Enjoy Latin music, food and fun! Every Saturday in March at SeaWorld® Orlando.
- Mardi Gras 2010 – Celebrate New Orleans style with Cajun cuisine, amazing parades and spectacular concerts. Saturdays and select nights through April 17th at Universal Studios Florida®.
- Atlanta Braves Spring Training – Catch exciting baseball action March 3rd and select days through March 31st at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Walt Disney World®.
Can’t wait until March for exciting Orlando vacation fun?
Don’t miss ESPN The Weekend at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this Friday, February 26th through Sunday, February 28th!
February 23rd, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
February 18, 2010 Edition
Epcot Flower & Garden Festival
Coming Soon to Walt Disney World
Explore the beauty of nature and enjoy great music on your Orlando vacation at the 17th Annual Epcot Flower & Garden Festival in Walt Disney World.
This 75-day Orlando vacation event features special garden displays, exhibits, play areas for kids and more than 70 amazing topiaries of your favorite Disney characters.
This year’s highlights include:
- Bambi’s Butterfly House – stroll through an expanse of flowers and up to 700 butterflies in this screened-in exhibit
- Green Garden – learn how to create an environmentally friendly garden and more
- Pixie Hollow Fairy Garden – enjoy Tinkerbell and other Disney fairy topiaries plus fun interactive areas
- Pirates Adventure Zone – enter a land of interactive adventure featuring Peter Pan, Captain Hook and other topiaries
- Disney Gardening Experts – meet and learn tips and secrets from Disney gardening experts in special hands-on sessions
Plus, enjoy the annual Flower Power Concert Series with classic rock and pop artists, including Starship, Chubby Checker, Tony Orlando, Paul Revere and the Raiders, Davy Jones, Herman’s Hermits – and more!
The 2010 Epcot Flower & Garden Festival, themed “BloomsBandsBugs: Making Beautiful Music Together”, starts March 3rd and runs through May 16th.
February 18th, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
January 22, 2010 Edition
Celebrate with Disney by Volunteering in 2010
The celebration continues at Disney this year!
In addition to celebrating life’s milestones with special experiences and events, Disney is celebrating volunteering with its “Give a Day. Get a Disney Day.” promotion.
Receive a FREE one day admission to your favorite Disney theme park when register with Disney and complete a day of volunteer service with a participating charity.
It’s a great way to give back to your community and celebrate the magic of Disney.
Find out more about this new Disney vacation celebration and volunteer this year!
January 22nd, 2010
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