Posts filed under 'SHOPPING IN ORLANDO'
by Rick E-Mouse
January 15, 2010 Edition
Explore Downtown Disney West Side
on Your Orlando Vacation
Downtown Disney West Side is the perfect place for entertainment, dining and shopping on your Orlando vacation.
Take the kids to DisneyQuest Indoor Interactive Theme Park where they’ll enjoy four zones of interactive games, creative activities and rides. See Cirque du Soleil La Nouba – a one-of-a-kind show that combines a stunning blend of acrobatics, choreography and live music. And catch top music acts and live blues bands at the House of Blues.
In the mood for a movie? Visit the AMC Pleasure Island Theatres, featuring 24 screens and stadium style seating. Hungry? Enjoy casual dining at Bongo’s Cuban Cafe, Planet Hollywood and Wolfgang Puck Cafe.
Shop at a variety of specialty stores where you’ll find the latest Disney merchandise and more. There’s even a magic shop with live demonstrations!
And for a truly breathtaking experience, ride Characters in Flight, where you’ll soar up to 400 feet in the air on a tethered balloon decorated with popular Disney flying characters.
Explore a world of entertainment, food and fun – visit Downtown Disney West Side on your Orlando vacation.
January 15th, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
October 29, 2009 Edition
Enjoy Free Halloween Fun at Downtown Disney
Enjoy free Halloween fun on your Orlando vacation at Downtown Disney’s Happy Haunting in Walt Disney World this Friday and Saturday – October 30th and 31st, from 5pm to 9pm.
This free, family-friendly Halloween event includes trick-or-treating at various shops in Downtown Disney West Side and Downtown Disney Marketplace, live music, magic shows, comedy entertainment – and more!
While you’re there, be sure to enjoy all of the shopping, dining and entertainment Downtown Disney has to offer.
Celebrate Halloween on your Orlando vacation – don’t miss Happy Haunting at Downtown Disney!
October 29th, 2009
Enjoy free Halloween fun on your Fall Orlando vacation – visit Old Town’s trick-or-treat event this weekend.
Take the kids – with or without costumes – to
Old Town in Kissimmee, where they’ll enjoy trick-or-treating at the many specialty shops. It’s like getting a whole town’s worth of treats!
Don’t miss out on this free Halloween event – visit Old Town in Kissimmee this Sunday, October 25th from 2 to 6 PM!
October 22nd, 2009
by Rick E-Mouse
October 16, 2009 Edition
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Coming
Next Year to Universal’s Islands of Adventure
Get ready for a “wizard” of an Orlando vacation.
Visit The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, scheduled to open Spring 2010 at Universal’s Islands of Adventure in Orlando, Florida.
In addition to Harry Potter and other popular characters, the new 20-acre area will also feature locations from the famed series by J.K. Rowling, including:
- Hogwarts Castle – home to the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride, a fully immersive journey through the world of Harry Potter.
- Hogsmeade – with such shops as Zonko’s and Honeydukes, the train station and more!
- Ollivanders Wand Shop – where guests can purchase wands that “choose” them.
Additional attractions include:
- Dragon Challenge – a dual roller coaster that zooms guests through selected scenes from the Triwizard Tournament.
- Flight of the Hippogriff – a family-friendly coaster that flies above Hogwarts castle
- The Owl Post – where guests can send out letters with a Hogsmeade postmark!
Other shops include: The Owlery, Dervish and Bages, Filch’s Emporium of Confiscated Goods and more – all with official Harry Potter food, candy and “magical” merchandise available exclusively at Islands of Adventure!
There’s also the Three Broomsticks restaurant plus Hog’s Head pub, where they’ll be serving nonalcoholic Butterbeer!
Make next year’s Orlando vacation even more magical – journey to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal’s Islands of Adventure in Spring 2010!
October 16th, 2009
ALL STAR Vacation Homes congratulates Kyle Post and Stacey Doornbos, chosen to be Orlando’s 67 Days of Smiles Ambassadors!
The duo, along with 9 other pairs of finalists, recently took part in a whirlwind 67-hour Orlando vacation “boot camp” which included staying at a Disney area vacation home hosted by ALL STAR Vacation Homes.
Beginning August 27th, Kyle and Stacey will embark on a 67-day Orlando vacation adventure, visiting more than 100 Orlando area attractions and sharing their experiences with the world via their blog, Twitter and Facebook.
Once again, congratulations Kyle & Stacey!
August 5th, 2009
Located just down the road from your Disney area vacation home in Kissimmee near Celebration, Old Town is an affordable way to relax and have fun on your Orlando vacation.
Browse over 30 specialty clothing jewelry and gift stores. Grab a bite to eat at over a dozen restaurants and snack shops. Test your skill for a chance to win prizes at the arcade and carnival style games. Enjoy exciting attractions, including thrill rides, a haunted house, laser tag, old time photos – plus even rides just for the little ones! And be sure to catch the “King of Rock & Roll” as he takes the stage every Wednesday at 7pm!
Plus, every Friday and Saturday night, don’t miss Old Town’s famous car cruises – with over 300 exotic, classic and custom vehicles!
For affordable family Orlando vacation fun, check out Old Town in Kissimmee today!
August 5th, 2009
by Rick E-Mouse
July 10, 2009 Edition
Survivor Stars Coming Soon to Celebration Florida
Back from exile and with total immunity, it’s some of your favorite stars from the hit CBS reality show “Survivor” – coming soon to Celebration, Florida!
This year’s Summer Sidewalk Sale, being held in Celebration Town Center Friday, July 24th through Sunday, July 26th , will feature its first ever “Survivor” reunion of up to 20 or more scheduled former show castaways – including last season’s winner, JT, “fan favorite” Ozzy, Taj, “Big Tom” and more!
Scheduled “Survivor” events include an autograph signing on Saturday, July 25th from 3:00PM – 5:00 PM on Market Street followed by a special Survivor Party at the Celebration Town Tavern that evening.
There’s also a “Sales Survivor: Treasure Hunt” where you can follow the clues on a special “treasure map” to find the answers hidden throughout Celebration Town Center. One lucky winner will win $500 in cash and prizes!
For more details, check out the Celebration Town Center website.
Treat your “tribe” to a rewarding Orlando vacation – visit the “Survivor” reunion at the Summer Sidewalk Sale in Celebration!
July 10th, 2009
by Rick E-Mouse
June 11, 2009 Edition
Orlando Seeks Greatest Smiles in the World
for 67-Day Orlando Vacation Adventure
Orlando is calling for the world’s greatest smiles in its 67 Days of Smiles in Orlando search.
The chosen pair will embark on a 67-day Orlando vacation adventure, enjoying more than 100 Orlando area experiences, including: swimming with dolphins, gator wrestling, roller coaster riding, hang gliding and race car driving – plus shopping, golfing and more!
The selected duo will also share photos and videos of their “67 Days of Smiles” in Orlando with the world via blogs and popular social media sites like Twitter and Facebook using a variety of cameras supplied by the Orlando Orange County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau.
Don’t delay – apply today. The deadline is Tuesday, June 30th! For more details, visit 67 Days of Smiles in Orlando.
Put on your best smiles – and good luck!
June 11th, 2009
Celebrate Mother’s Day vacation home style – pamper her with these luxurious in-home services:
Give Mom the ultimate relaxation vacation – order an in-home massage delivery from A-Team Massage.
Schedule a personal chef like A Chef of Your Own or Magical Mealtime to create the perfect Mother’s Day brunch – right in your own vacation home!
Surprise her with flowers from Town Center Florist – delivered right to your vacation home!
And if Mom would prefer to go out than on her special day, treat her to a scrumptious Mother’s Day brunch at Kenzie’s at the nearby Mystic Dunes Golf Club, fill her day with the beauty of the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival or dazzle her with Cirque du Soleil La Nouba at Downtown Disney in Walt Disney World.
For more information, check out the ALL STAR Vacation Homes Guest Services directory.
Have a Happy Mother’s Day!
May 6th, 2009
by Rick E-Mouse
March 27, 2009 Edition
Characters in Flight Balloon Ride Opening Soon at Downtown Disney
Go up, up and away on your Orlando vacation this Spring – ride Characters in Flight at Downtown Disney in Walt Disney World.
Scheduled to open April 1st, Characters in Flight, operated by French balloon manufacturer AEROPHILE, is the first major attraction for the popular Disney shopping, dining and entertainment complex.
Characters in Flight takes up to 30 guests 300 feet into the air on a six minute vertical tethered balloon ride where a ten-mile aerial panoramic view of the beauty of Central Florida awaits. A whopping 72 feet in diameter, the balloon features internal lighting and sports silhouettes of your favorite “flying” Disney characters, including Mary Poppins, Peter Pan and Dumbo. The ride will operate throughout the day, illuminating the waterfront with a dazzling glow at night.
Characters in Flight is located at the waterfront on the West Side of Downtown Disney, near Planet Hollywood. Prices are $16 for adults and $10 for children ages 3-9.
“Rise” to the occasion – check out Characters in Flight on your Disney vacation!
(Photo courtesy of AllEars.Net)
March 27th, 2009
For affordable family fun on your Orlando vacation, head to Old Town in Kissimmee.
Old Town features four blocks of specialty shops, restaurants, games, rides and more!
Highlights include:
- Old Town Portrait Gallery – dress up and pose for fun antique portrait photos
- Kool Katz Grill & Pub – enjoy full service family dining and unique decor
- Happy Days Arcade – play, win tickets and redeem them for great prizes
- Human Slingshot – get catapulted over 350 feet in the air…if you dare!
…plus so much more!
For the little ones, there’s “Fun Town” – with rides made just for kids. And don’t miss the famous car cruises on Friday and Saturday nights – featuring over 300 classic, custom and exotic vehicles!
Make Old Town in Kissimmee a must see on your Orlando vacation!
March 11th, 2009
For the latest in cutting-edge shopping on your spring break Orlando vacation, head to TrenD – opening this March in the Downtown Disney Marketplace.
The new boutique, located near Once Upon A Toy and Pin Traders, brings your favorite Disney characters to the latest in modern fashion and accessories. Featured items include embroidered purses and stylish organic cotton fashions – with designers like Roxy, Tarina Tarantino and Kidada Jones.
Add TrenD to your shopping list on your spring break Disney vacation – head to Downtown Disney in Walt Disney World!
February 25th, 2009
by Rick E-Mouse
February 5, 2009 Edition
Vacation Homes Make Orlando Spring Break Vacation Accommodations Affordable
For better Disney spring break vacation savings and value, choose an Orlando vacation rental from ALL STAR Vacation Homes. Instead of renting multiple hotel rooms, you’ll save up to hundreds of dollars by staying at a vacation home rental that features multiple bedrooms and bathrooms plus plenty of extra room to relax on your Disney spring break vacation.
For Disney Orlando spring break travelers, ALL STAR Vacation Homes is offering FREE Disney ticket upgrades and complimentary pool and spa heat. And for reservations of seven nights or more, ALL STAR Vacation Homes gives you the choice of a FREE midsize rental car OR $100 in gas or grocery gift cards, for additional Disney spring break vacation savings.
To save on dining at the theme parks or at Disney area Orlando restaurants, you can prepare your own meals in the fully-equipped kitchens the come with each vacation home rental. And your Disney spring break in Orlando wouldn’t be complete without enjoying the luxury vacation home amenities that Orlando hotels can’t provide. These include private pools with spas, computers with high speed and wireless Internet access, game rooms and home theaters.
Choose from over 170 Disney area vacation home rentals – all within five miles of Walt Disney World® and just minutes from SeaWorld®, Universal Studios® and other premier Orlando attractions, restaurants, golf courses and shopping outlets.
It’s one of the best Disney vacation spring break deals around!
For more information on this great Disney spring break vacation rental savings deal, check out the ALL STAR Vacation Homes News and Events page.
February 5th, 2009
by Rick E-Mouse
January 23, 2009 Edition
Celebrate in 2009 at an Orlando Vacation Home
This year, make your celebrations something you’ll remember forever by taking an Orlando vacation. With plenty of attractions to choose from – including Walt Disney World, SeaWorld and Universal Studios – Orlando is the perfect place to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, honeymoons, family reunions as well as those special milestones in life.
For the best and most economical Orlando vacation accommodations, book your stay at a luxury Orlando vacation home rental. Vacation homes save you money by eliminating the need for multiple hotel rooms and dining out PLUS they provide great amenities like: private pools and spas, game rooms, home theatres and more! And for THE best in Orlando vacation home rentals, book your stay with ALL STAR Vacation 
Homes.
ALL STAR provides over 170 luxurious vacation homes, town homes and condos to choose from, many within four miles of Walt Disney World and all just minutes from other premier Orlando attractions, restaurants, golf courses and shopping outlets.
Choose from popular Kissimmee vacation home rental communities like Acadia Estates, Formosa Gardens Estates, Windsor Hills Resort, Windsor Palms Resort and more! Plus, many communities feature homes side-by-side – perfect for large family and group celebrations!
ALL STAR also provides special savings like FREE Walt Disney World ticket upgrades, FREE pool and spa heat plus special preferred golf rates at Mystic Dunes Golf Club with every reservation!
Plus, when you book a 7-night stay with ALL STAR within the next 90 days, you’ll SAVE 10% off your reservation of featured Orlando vacation homes!
Take your celebration to the next level – plan a 2009 Orlando vacation with ALL STAR Vacation Homes near Walt Disney World!
January 23rd, 2009
Join in the excitement at the new home of the nightly POWERBALL drawing: Universal CityWalk at Universal Studios in Orlando Florida!
To kick off this momentous event, Universal CityWalk is throwing a street party this Wednesday, January 7th from 6-11PM. Enjoy live music and street performers, plus enter hourly prize drawings sponsored by the Florida Lottery.
Then hold your breath, because at 10:59PM, the winning POWERBALL numbers will be drawn!
For a winning Orlando vacation, head to Universal CityWalk this Wednesday night!
January 6th, 2009
Think it doesn’t snow in Central Florida? Think again!
Now Snowing in Downtown Celebration brings all the beauty of snowfall to Central Florida – minus the cold factor!
This annual Orlando vacation event in Celebration Florida near Walt Disney World turns tiny soap bubbles into a nightly seasonal snowfall sensation. Kids will love playing in the “snow” that falls each night for ten minutes at 6,7,8 and 9PM. There’s also strolling Christmas carolers, horse drawn carriage rides, photos with Santa and more!
Now Snowing runs through December 31st, ending in a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration featuring live music, fireworks and, of course, midnight snowfall. Both parking and admission are free – making this a can’t miss Christmas event!
”Sled” on over to Now Snowing in Downtown Celebration on your holiday Orlando vacation today!
December 11th, 2008
Looking for something fun – and FREE – to do on your holiday Orlando vacation? Head to Celebration Florida near Walt Disney World and enjoy welcoming streets filled with the colorful beauty of Christmas lights.
You’ll not only be dazzled by the sparkling displays, but also the houses themselves! From cottages and bungalows to manor and estate homes, you’ll fall in love with the idyllic American charm and friendly small town warmth that makes Celebration the perfect place to celebrate the season. And while you’re there, don’t miss the “snowfall” at Now Snowing in Downtown Celebration.
In addition to its inviting neighborhoods, Celebration also features signature dining, shopping and entertainment options.
Celebrate the holidays in Celebration today!
December 9th, 2008
by Rick E-Mouse
November 20, 2008 Edition
How to Get the Most Out of Your 2009 Celebration Vacation in Orlando
For 2009, plan an Orlando celebration vacation with your family, friends, team, school or church group. Orlando is the perfect place to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, honeymoons and family reunions as well as special landmarks, like becoming a new parent or grandparent, earning a degree and getting a promotion. It’s also a great way to celebrate personal achievements, like opening your own business and group successes like taking your team to the championships. Whatever you want to celebrate, Orlando, the #1 family vacation spot in the world, is the place to be.
To get the most out of your 2009 Orlando vacation celebration, book your stay with ALL STAR Vacation Homes.
ALL STAR gives you the choice to celebrate your way. Choose from over 150 luxurious vacation homes, town homes and condos in Disney area vacation home rental communities like Acadia Estates, Formosa Gardens Estates, Windsor Hills Resort, Windsor Palms Resort and more!
All of ALL STAR’s Disney area Orlando vacation homes are just four miles or less from Walt Disney World® and just minutes from other premier Orlando attractions, restaurants, golf courses and shopping outlets. Plus, many communities feature homes side-by-side – perfect for large family and group celebrations!
Add more to your celebration by choosing from a selection of vacation services like personal chefs, in-home massages and grocery delivery.
Plus you’ll get even more ways to celebrate like FREE Walt Disney World® ticket upgrades, FREE pool and spa heat plus special preferred golf rates at Mystic Dunes Golf Club with every reservation!
Want more cause to celebrate? ALL STAR also provides a host of many great Orlando vacation home specials and deals – so you can SAVE and celebrate BIG!
Celebrate the vacation of a lifetime – plan your 2009 celebration vacation in Orlando with ALL STAR Vacation Homes today!
November 20th, 2008
by Rick E-Mouse October 9, 2008 Edition
October Walt Disney World Attractions & Events
For “ear-y” Halloween fun, world-class cuisines and wines plus an all new “Dino-mite” dining experience, head to Walt Disney World on your Orlando vacation and enjoy these great October attractions and events:
Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party – Enjoy kid-friendly Halloween fun like parades, fireworks trick-or-treating and the NEW Haunted Pirate Cruise! Select nights at the Magic Kingdom now through October 31st.
EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival – Sample delectable cuisines and wines from around the globe, enjoy special demonstrations by renowned chefs and winemakers and “Eat to the Beat” with hot musical acts like Boyz II Men, Otis Day & The Knights and more! Now through November 9th.
T-REX Cafe at Downtown Disney – Journey into the prehistoric past for a unique and fun “dine-osaur” experience. Enjoy casual dining and shopping amidst a lush landscape of waterfalls, jungles, fossil dig sites and – of course – giant animated dinosaurs! Opening October 14th.
October 9th, 2008
September 18, 2008 Edition
The WEEKLY EARFUL Disney Vacation
News, Tips and Secrets
by Rick E-Mouse
T-Rex Cafe Roars into Downtown Disney this October!
Make your Orlando vacation a journey into the prehistoric past at T-Rex Cafe – a unique dinosaur-themed restaurant, opening this October in Downtown Disney at Walt Disney World.
The T-Rex Cafe will feature giant animated dinosaurs, a lush landscape of waterfalls and prehistoric plant life, plus a recurring meteor shower that fills the “skies” with a spectacular rain of fiery light! There’s also giant fish-filled aquariums, a fossil dig site and more!
Menu highlights include fun dining choices like Pterodactyl Wings, Raptor Ribs and a Gigantosaurus Burger. And lastly, a dino-themed gift shop – the perfect place to “dig up” your favorite souvenir – completes the T-Rex Cafe’s motto: “EAT SHOP EXPLORE DISCOVER”.
September 18th, 2008
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