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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
July 10, 2008 Edition
by Rick E-Mouse
This week’s Disney vacation secret:
Ten Cool Things to Do
Near Walt Disney World
In addition to enjoying the magic of Walt Disney World’s theme parks, here’s some fun family attractions that’ll make your Disney vacation even cooler:
and…
July 10th, 2008
For some of the best ultra-fresh seafood in Orlando, set sail for The Oceanaire Seafood Room – located at Pointe Orlando on International Drive.
Featuring a high-energy, yet relaxing dining experience plus impeccable service, the Oceanaire offers a veritable, well, ‘ocean’ of delectable seafood selections – flown in daily from the seven seas!
Of special note is their Alaskan king crab – fresh from Discovery Channel’s Deadliest Catch fleet ship The Time Bandit. And for landlubbers, choices such as steak and chicken are available.
‘Sea’ seafood in a whole new light. Reserve a table at The Oceanaire today!
July 8th, 2008
July 3, 2008 Edition
Welcome to THE WEEKLY EARFUL, your source of tips and secrets for making the most out of your Disney vacation in Orlando.
Each week, special correspondent Rick E-Mouse reveals the hidden magic of Walt Disney World – in places you’d least expect!
Here’s this week’s secret:
Celebrate Your July 4th Disney Vacation in Celebration
This year, celebrate the 4th in style in Celebration. Developed by The Walt Disney Company, Celebration, Florida is the definition of idyllic American charm. Celebration recalls the days of friendly small town warmth with its classic neighborhood architectures and signature dining, shopping and entertainment venues.
For this year’s 4th of July, Celebration is pulling out all the stops to present A Flashback Fourth of July: Rockin in the Yesteryears. Located in the Celebration Town Center, this gala event takes you back in time to the Big Band era with a host of festivities, including live music, dancing, a 4th of July parade and of course a spectacular fireworks display.
So ‘swing’ on over to Celebration – the perfect place to celebrate your Disney vacation!
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Psst! Get explosive savings on these Disney area vacation homes near Celebration.
July 3rd, 2008
CATCH THESE EXPLOSIVE
JULY SUMMER FILMS ON
YOUR ORLANDO VACATION:
- July 2: Hancock – superstar Will Smith plays a reluctant superhero
- July 11: Journey to the Center of the Earth starring Brendan Fraser
- July 18: The Dark Knight – Batman takes on the Joker!
- July 25: The X Files: I Want To Believe – Mulder and Scully are back!
See these and other great summer vacation blockbusters at these Orlando area cinemas (movie availability at theatres may vary):
Get the STAR treatment on your Orlando vacation. Book a luxurious Orlando vacation home with ALL STAR Vacation Homes now and save $150 on select homes!
July 1st, 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
Experience unique family shopping, dining and entertainment fun at Festival Bay Mall on International Drive in Orlando.
For Mom, there’s specialty shops like Nine West Outlet and for Dad, there’s stores like Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World. The kids will love the glow-in-the-dark miniature golf course and the indoor playground. And the whole family will enjoy the 20-screen movie theatre.
Plus, now through Sunday June 15th, check out the Arts & Crafts Show – featuring a host of local vendors displaying and selling their unique creations.
Stop by Festival Bay Mall on your Orlando vacation – a place your whole family will enjoy!
June 16th, 2008
Make your Orlando vacation a real adventure – join Indiana Jones on his all new action-packed quest Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull in theatres tomorrow, Thursday, May 22nd at these Orlando area cinemas:
Afterwards, swing on over to Disney’s Hollywood Studios for the exciting thrills of the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!
Also, don’t miss The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian, Iron Man and Speed Racer – also in select theatres.
Want to feel like a STAR and save? Book a luxury Orlando vacation home with ALL STAR Vacation Homes now and save $150 on select homes!
May 21st, 2008
Too hot out? Catch some cool tunes and chill out this weekend at Bob Marley Reggae Fest at Universal Orlando CityWalk May 10-11th, 2-9pm.
This special two-day celebration of everything reggae features live music from top reggae artists such as Inner Circle, famous for the “Bad Boys” theme from the TV show COPS, DJs and more! Enjoy a host of Caribbean cuisines, specialty drinks and shop at over 20 exclusive merchant booths along the streets of CityWalk.
Plus, do dinner Reggae-style at Bob Marley A Tribute to Freedom. This unique restaurant, built to look like Marley’s home in Jamaica, is set in an open-air dining atmosphere with photo and video tributes to the “King of Reggae”, a Jamaican-inspired menu and more.
May 8th, 2008
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