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Beyond the excitement of the Orlando theme parks, a world of Orlando vacation fun awaits on International Drive.
Enjoy family attractions like Fun Spot Action Park, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! and Pirate’s Dinner Adventure.
Experience casual and fine Orlando dining at International Drive’s 150+ restaurants!
Explore Orlando shopping centers like Orlando Premium Outlets, Pointe Orlando and Festival Bay Mall.
Plus, enjoy miniature golf, helicopter tours and more!
There’s even the convenient I-RIDE Trolley service to make your International Drive journey even more relaxing and enjoyable!
For more Orlando vacation activities, visit the ALL STAR Vacation Homes Guests Services Directory.
January 20th, 2011
ALL STAR Vacation Homes is pleased to introduce its new Signature Series of 5-Star Orlando vacation homes.
These custom-built and designed private pool homes provide the ultimate in luxury, size and comfort for your Orlando vacation.
Features include:
- World Class Amenities – like multiple living & entertainment rooms, summer kitchens and large dining areas
- Custom Furnishings & Decor – including elegant window treatments, bedroom sitting areas and gourmet kitchens
- State-of-the-Art Electronics – such as big screen HDTVs, surround sound and Blu-ray players
- Expansive Floor Plans – up to 6,000 square feet or more!
Larger homes that offer more privacy are designated Signature Estate.
Plus, all of ALL STAR’s Signature Series vacation home rentals are located close to Disney and other popular Orlando area theme parks, attractions and shopping destinations!
Take your Central Florida vacation to the next level – plan your stay at ALL STAR’s Signature Series Orlando vacation home rentals.
November 1st, 2010
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.
October 26th, 2010
Experience a world of shopping excitement on your Orlando vacation at these Orlando area shopping centers:
Orlando Premium Outlets – featuring 150 name brands at discount prices
Florida Mall – browse over 260 stores, a movie theatre and more!
The Mall at Millenia – enjoy high-end retail stores like Bloomingdale’s, Nieman-Marcus and Macy’s
Festival Bay Mall – explore 1,000,000 square feet of shopping fun
Pointe Orlando – with outdoor shopping, dining plus a 21-screen Regal IMAX theatre
Enjoy more Orlando shopping fun at Downtown Disney and Universal CityWalk – plus don’t miss Old Town in Kissimmee, featuring four blocks of specialty shops, dining, games and rides!
For more information, visit the ALL STAR Vacation Homes Orlando Shopping Guide.
September 8th, 2010
Pamper yourself on your Orlando vacation at The Spa at Lighthouse Key.
Located on the second floor of the Grand Clubhouse at Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa, The Spa at Lighthouse Key is all about the total Orlando vacation spa experience, with many ways to relax and rejuvenate, including:
- Massage Therapies – including Swedish, aromatherapy, Shiatsu and reflexology
- Couple’s Relaxation Experiences – includes a Jacuzzi tub soak and Swedish massage for you and your partner
- Additional Services – manicures, pedicures, skin care treatments, body therapies and services just for kids
- Spa Packages – for the ultimate Orlando vacation spa experience!
Plus, you can schedule for a Swedish massage in your Lighthouse Key vacation condo!
For great savings, enjoy our Orlando Mother/Daughter Spa Package Getaway. This special Orlando vacation spa package includes a two night stay in a 2 bedroom Lighthouse Key Disney area vacation condo, special Mother/Daughter spa treatments, a shopping gift card and more!
Escape to the shores of endless relaxation – visit The Spa at Lighthouse Key on your Orlando vacation.
August 10th, 2010
For the best Orlando vacation home rental locations, plan your stay at ALL STAR Vacation Homes.
Over 200 of ALL STAR’s Disney area Orlando vacation homes are just four miles or less from Walt Disney World®!
ALL STAR Vacation Homes also offers luxury vacation condo rentals in the International Drive area close to SeaWorld Orlando, Universal Studios Florida® and adjacent to the Orlando Orange County Convention Center at Vista Cay Resort and the Isles at Cay Commons.
Plus, all of our Orlando vacation rentals are just minutes from other popular Orlando attractions, golf courses, shopping outlets and restaurants!
Here’s what our guests have to say about ALL STAR’s vacation rental locations:
“The location was perfect! We easily drove to the parks and grocery stores – even the ocean was a pleasant 45 minute drive. It was in good proximity to other major attractions of the area as well.”
- The Willis Family from Minnesota
“Perfectly located for Disney; the drive there was quick and easy.”
- D. Groshek from Michigan
In addition to convenient vacation home locations, enjoy special deals on your Orlando vacation at ALL STAR Vacation Homes!
August 4th, 2010
Meet your favorite “Survivor” stars on your Orlando vacation at the Summer Sidewalk Sale in Celebration Florida!
This exciting summer Orlando vacation event runs Friday, July 23rd through Sunday, July 25th at the Celebration Town Center and features its 2nd annual “Survivor” reunion.
Castaways scheduled to appear include: Yau-Man Chan, Jerri Manthey, Richard Hatch, Russell Hantz and many more – plus stars from “The Amazing Race”, “Big Brother” and even an “American Idol” finalist!
Featured events include:
- “Sales” Survivor Treasure Hunt – follow the clues on a special map to reveal the answers hidden around Celebration Town Center. One lucky “survivor” will win $500 in cash and prizes!
- Celebrity Autograph Signing – Saturday, July 24th from 4:00pm to 6:00pm in Downtown Celebration
- “Survivor Party” – at the Celebration Town Tavern hosted by comedian Dean Napolitano on Saturday following the autograph signing
For more details, visit the Celebration Town Center Event website.
Catch a real-life “Survivor” reunion on your Orlando vacation – don’t miss the Summer Sidewalk Sale, coming soon to Celebration Town Center in Celebration Florida!
July 13th, 2010
by Rick E-Mouse
June 18, 2010 Edition
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Now Open at Universal’s Islands of Adventure
Kick off your summer Orlando vacation with a truly magical experience – explore The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, opening today at Universal’s Islands of Adventure!
Here’s a handy guide to get you acquainted with this magical new world:
You’ll also find the Hogwarts Express, Hagrid’s Hut and many other exciting attractions!
Be one of the first to experience The Wizarding World of Harry Potter on your summer Orlando vacation!
June 18th, 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
Create your own Disney magic on your Orlando vacation at DisneyQuest Indoor Interactive Theme Park in Downtown Disney.
Located on the second floor, the Create Zone includes these fun interactive and creative activities:
- Animation Academy – Learn to draw your favorite Disney characters just like a real Disney animator!
- Radio Disney Songmaker – “Record” your own custom song CD from a selection of music styles, vocals, lyrics and more.
- Sid’s Create-A-Toy – Make your own unique “super” toy using various parts of different toy figures.
- Living Easels – Create your own artistic masterpiece via touchscreen with a variety of backgrounds, colors and characters.
- Cyberspace Mountain – Design and ride your own virtual roller coaster!
Beyond DisneyQuest in Downtown Disney, you can create your own custom t-shirt at Disney’s Design-A-Tee shop and find ready-to-customize Disney Vinylmation figures at the new D Street shop, opening this Saturday, April 3rd!
And for more creative fun, visit the new Ridemakerz store next to DisneyQuest, where you can build your own customized car – including choosing body styles and detailing plus even adding sound and remote control features!
For a fun and interactive Orlando vacation experience, visit Downtown Disney in Walt Disney World.
April 1st, 2010
Celebrate Mom this May at Lighthouse Key Resort and Spa and SAVE! Plan an Orlando vacation getaway for Mother’s Day and receive big savings with a special Mother/Daughter Orlando shopping and spa package.
The package includes:
- Luxury Accommodations:
A 2 Night Stay in a luxury Lighthouse Key 2 Bedroom Disney area vacation condo rental with full kitchen, living area and patio.
- Spa Treatments:
A Mother/Daughter Spa Treatment at The Spa at Lighthouse Key that includes 2 hours of services each.
- Orlando Shopping:
$50 Simon®/Chelsea Premium Outlets® Gift Card for use at Orlando Premium Outlets, and a VIP Coupon Book worth hundreds of dollars in additional savings. Round trip transportation is available to and from Orlando Premium Outlets for an additional charge.
During your stay, enjoy Lighthouse Key’s world of resort vacation amenities, including heated pools, an on-site deli and free shuttle service to Disney and other Orlando attractions!
Celebrate Mother’s Day on your Florida vacation – reserve your May Mother/Daughter Orlando shopping and spa getaway package at Lighthouse Key today!
See website for more details.
March 31st, 2010
Journey to a new world of magic on your Orlando vacation – explore The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, opening June 18th at Universal’s Islands of Adventure.
This brand new addition to the Orlando, Florida theme park will feature many popular characters and places from the beloved Harry Potter series, including Hogwart’s Castle – home to the thrilling Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride that takes guests on an adventure through the castle, a quidditch match, the Forbidden Forest and more!
Additional attractions include: the shop-filled town of Hogsmeade, the Dragon Challenge dual roller coaster, Three Broomsticks restaurant – plus many other Harry Potter themed rides and locations.
Add more magic to your 2010 Orlando vacation – visit The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, opening June 18th!
March 25th, 2010
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
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