Splitsville Luxury Lanes & Dinner Lounge officially opens at Downtown Disney® West Side on December 19! During your next Orlando vacation, challenge your friends and family to an exciting bowling match in this bowling alley unlike any you have ever seen. Splitsville combines traditional elements of a bowling alley with unexpected touches. With all the entertainment you’ll enjoy, you won’t want to leave!
The Downtown Disney® West Side location is the world’s largest Splitsville venue spanning 45,000 square feet and two levels. The bowling lanes are built in clusters throughout the facility and positioned at multiple angles encouraging you to put your skills on display or lounge in a relaxing nook for conversation. Splitsville features 30 bowling lanes with retro Florida-themed décor, pool tables and flat-screen TVs throughout and an expansive outdoor patio and bar area. When you’re ready for a bite to eat, the restaurant offers unique menu items far beyond “alley food” including gourmet pizza, sushi, filet sliders, pulled pork and a special kid’s menu. Don’t miss the merchandise area with souvenir t-shirts, water bottles, key chains, custom bowling balls and bags and more. Also try to spot the fun Disney references hidden in Splitsville’s décor.
Splitsville welcomes families during the day, however beginning at 10:30 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, the second floor is transformed into a night life hotspot with live music for guests 21 and up. Splitsville is opening December 19; the hours will be 10 a.m.-2 a.m. Tip: to reserve a bowling or dining spot, you’ll need to visit a Splitsville greeter. Reservations are not yet available. Click here for more information.
December 11th, 2012
The curse has been broken! Yesterday, New Fantasyland was revealed during a magical grand opening at Magic Kingdom® Park at Walt Disney World® Resort. In addition to Storybook Circus, the attractions that are part of Fantasyland Forest are now open inviting you to step into the fairytale with your favorite Disney Characters from “The Little Mermaid,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Dumbo” and more. What will you explore first at New Fantasyland?
- Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid – Take a slow moving clamshell vehicle for an undersea adventure with Sebastian, Flounder and Ariel and sing along to songs from the classic film.
- Enchanted Tales with Belle – Pass through a magical mirror doorway and be transported into Belle’s library for an interactive storytelling session with Belle and Lumiere.
- Ariel’s Grotto – Enjoy a royal meet and greet with mermaid princess Ariel.
- Be Our Guest Restaurant – Savor dishes like braised pork, thyme-scented pork rack chop and rotisserie rock hen as you put the “service to the test” in this restaurant inspired by the French setting of “Beauty and the Beast.”
- Gaston’s Tavern and Bonjour! Village Gifts – Explore Belle’s village and stop for a mug of LeFou’s Brew inside Gaston’s Tavern or shop in Bonjour! Village Gifts.
- Dumbo the Flying Elephant – Soar high into the air and control your own flight with Dumbo, the stupendous pachyderm circus performer.
- The Barnstormer – Goofy is back with an all-new airplane adventure! Join circus pilot, “The Great Goofini,” in a spiraling roller coaster air show “stunt” of aerial acrobatics.
- Casey Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Station – Cool off with circus animals in this themed water play area.
The next phase of New Fantasyland, Princess Fairytale Hall, is planned to open in 2013 and The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train in 2014. Click here for more information.
December 7th, 2012
You may think Kissimmee had little history before tourism came to the area, but did you know at one time Florida had more cattle than Texas? The state also had its own version of cowboys known as cow men or “cow hunters” who lived and roamed where Osceola County is today. At the brand-new Osceola County Welcome Center and History Museum, you and your family can explore the rich culture and history of Osceola County, learn about its early pioneers and discover the local flora and fauna that call this area home.
Located on U.S. Highway 192, the Osceola County Welcome Center and History Museum offers interactive exhibits, fun facts and a gift shop for the entire family to enjoy – both locals and tourists. Enter through a replica of the “Lady Osceola” steamboat to travel back to pioneer time. Once inside, visit a “swamp” where you can enjoy spotting the animals on display and learning the roles they play in the ecosystem. In addition, you can view exhibits that highlight the area’s first businesses, agricultural history and first settlements presented with fascinating artifacts. Kids can crawl through a gopher tortoise tunnel, try out a two-person “saw” and collect stamps from around the museum.
The Osceola County Welcome Center and History Museum, presented by the Osceola County Historical Society, is open seven days a week, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is free. For even more fun, visit the nearby Pioneer Village & Museum and take a stroll through authentic buildings, including the Lanier “Cracker House” and a general store, that once occupied different areas of the county. Also on Saturday, December 8, don’t miss the Cracker Christmas event and celebrate the holidays pioneer-style!
December 3rd, 2012
Choose a vacation home with Guest-Influenced™ design for your next vacation! Purpose Built Vacation Homes™ by All Star Vacation Homes feature fully optimized floor plans, furnishings and design. All Star has partnered with quality builders to create these guest-inspired vacation homes professionally engineered to maximize your vacation home experience.
Purpose Built Vacation Homes™ by All Star are constructed to include equal bedroom to bathroom ratios, living and entertainment space to accommodate everyone in your group, energy-friendly features and premium amenities.
The Advantages of Purpose Built Vacation Homes™ by All Star:
- Designed to meet your vacation home needs
- Optimized design and construction based on guest feedback
- Offers a resort within a home with private pools and spas, gathering spaces, movie theaters and game rooms
- Includes custom furnishings and themed décor
- Features leading-edge electronics and equipment
- Located in world-class resort & vacation destinations
All Star’s first Purpose Built vacation home, features 9-bedrooms and is available for vacation rentals just 6 miles from Walt Disney World® Resort. The 5,404-square-foot, Energy Star-rated vacation home sleeps up to 22 guests and includes 9 bathrooms, 2 half-bathrooms, 7 master bedroom suites, Muppets-themed and “Tangled”-themed bedrooms. It also features a Harry Potter-themed home theater room with 120” 1080p projector and theater-style seating; a game room offering two arcade machines, an air hockey table, an Xbox 360 and a wet bar and a private pool and spillover spa. To accommodate its high guest capacity, the home provides a double refrigerator, two full-size washers and dryers, a formal dining area with expanded seating and a two-car garage. Click here to view this home.
In addition, all Purpose Built Vacation Homes™ by All Star in the Orlando area are currently slated for Reunion Resort® and will enjoy access to Reunion’s amenities including a 5-acre water park, full-service spa, three championship golf courses, casual restaurants and fine dining options, fitness center and resort pools.
For more information or to make a reservation with All Star Vacation Homes, visit www.allstarvacationhomes.com/. To learn about owning your own Purpose Built vacation home, click here.
November 29th, 2012
Are you already tired of long lines at the mall and the stress of finding the perfect gift? Escape the holiday shopping madness and start dreaming about your 2013 vacation with All Star Vacation Homes. All week, today through Friday, November 30, reserve any private pool vacation home for 7 nights or more, and choose either a welcome basket or $100 off an in-home party to enjoy during your vacation. In addition, you can also choose to receive a free rental car or money rebate – making this a 2-for-1 Cyber Monday Week special!
2-for-1 SPECIALS!
Choose from our standard specials when reserving any new future reservation for 7 nights or more in a private pool vacation home:
FREE Rental Car
or
Money Rebate
PLUS, select one of these Cyber Monday Week specials:
VIP Disney-themed Welcome Basket
or
VIP Gourmet Welcome Basket
or
$100 off an in-home themed vacation party for your family
(provided by Posh-Able Events)
Reserving one of All Star’s beautiful condos? Select one of the VIP Gift Baskets!
Click here to learn more about Cyber Monday Week specials or begin your search for a vacation home or condo. To redeem a Cyber Monday Week special, call the All Star Reservations Team at 1-866-921-1826
. Special valid for new reservations booked Monday, November 26-Friday, November 30. Reservations may be made for a minimum of 7 nights for low, mid and high season dates only; holiday season dates not eligible. Condos not eligible for Free Rental Car, Money Rebate or In-Home Party. Click here for complete terms and conditions.
November 26th, 2012
The holidays are here and on Friday, November 30, Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay, Fla. is transforming into a wonderland of wintery surprises and all things Christmas. Gather your family to make memories at Christmas Town, a new holiday tradition featuring special entertainment, live music, treats, shopping and thousands of Christmas lights.
Wander the frozen pathways, decked-out halls and cheery corridors to discover merry decorations, activities, attractions and more:
- Celebration Village – See the rich, warm colors of the holidays and hear heartwarming songs as you enter Christmas Town.
- Ice Wonder Way – Watch snowflakes dance down the front of the Moroccan Palace and enjoy a special performance of Angels of Peace: A Christmas Journey on Ice.
- Jungle Jubilee – View exotic decorations and animal patterns that show the essence of Christmas found only in nature.
- Candy Cane Lane – Try not to lick these red and white lights with a peppermint twist!
- Sesame Street A Very Furry Christmas at Busch Gardens – Hug your favorite Sesame Street pals and pose for pictures.
- Enchanted Flamingo Valley – Encounter a festive flock of Florida flamingos created out of pink lights.
- Poinsettia Parkway – Lose yourself among hundreds of poinsettia flowers and treat yourself to some holiday goodies.
- Jingle Bell Junction – Board the pint-sized Christmas Town express for a holly-jolly train ride for kids.
- Christmas Town Village – Find gifts for everyone on your Christmas list and sip a warm cup of coffee or cocoa.
Don’t forget to visit with Santa, play in real snow at SnowWorld® and enjoy special holiday musical performances in addition to festive and thrilling Busch Gardens® rides. Christmas Town happens every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 6-11 p.m., November 30-December 23. Busch Gardens® is located in Tampa, less than 70 miles from Kissimmee. Christmas Town is a separate ticketed event. Click here for more information and admission.
November 21st, 2012
The Florida forecast calls for snow again this year! Now Snowing Nightly, at the Celebration Town Center, is returning for its 14th year. Everyone is encouraged to play in the “snow” and enjoy an evening full of winter fun including photos with Santa, an ice rink and more! The Now Snowing Nightly event kicks off Saturday, November 24, and repeats each night until New Year’s Eve, Monday, December 31. Gather your family to experience this annual Celebration tradition.
Now Snowing Nightly features nightly “snow” falls at 6, 7, 8 and 9 p.m. In addition, spin and skate on the synthetic ice rink, sing along with the strolling Charles Dickens Carolers, tell Santa your wish list, ride in a horse-drawn carriage or shop for gifts and enjoy a meal at one of the Town Center’s establishments. Plan to attend one of the nights featuring guest performances and click here to see a schedule of performers. On Saturday, November 24, from 5-9 p.m., welcome the return of Now Snowing Nightly during the Tree Lighting Ceremony. Watch the tree illuminate, get in the holiday spirit with live music, greet Santa and more.
Parking and admission to Now Snowing Nightly are free; admission is required for the ice rink. The ice rink is open daily from 4-10 p.m. through Wednesday, January 2. Multiple-day skate passes are available. Tell your friends and family you played in the snow in Florida during your Orlando vacation and be sure to take lots of pictures to prove it!
November 19th, 2012
Grab your treasure map, hoist the main sail and cast off for an adventure on the high sea. December 6, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios® Theme Park, embark on a voyage into the world of pirates and see if you have what it takes to become a scurvy buccaneer at Pirates of the Caribbean: The Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow. At this brand new walk-through attraction, you’ll be greeted by a mysterious pirate skull that puts you and your family to the test to see if you can be a part of the legendary Captain Jack Sparrow’s crew. Face the perils of a pirate’s life, walk in the steps of Captain Jack Sparrow and experience some of your favorite moments from the four “Pirates of the Caribbean” films.
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow is included with admission to Disney’s Hollywood Studios® Theme Park. Tip: The attraction officially opens on December 6, however, “dress rehearsals” are set to begin later this month. If you are planning to visit before the attraction opens, you might be treated to a sneak peek. Check with a cast member for more information.
November 15th, 2012
The holiday season is on its way! Soon it will be time to unpack ornaments, hang decorations, bake Christmas cookies, share meals and spend time with family. For 2012, Walt Disney World® Resort, Universal Orlando® Resort, SeaWorld® Orlando and LEGOLAND® Florida are spreading holiday cheer with the return of your favorite holiday events and some festive additions. Whether you are celebrating a child’s first Christmas, making new holiday memories, reconnecting with friends or simply want to enjoy at getaway to Orlando, you’ll find something for everyone on your list. Checking it twice is optional!
SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration
SeaWorld® Orlando
Select nights, November 17-December 31
Waves of holiday spirit splash over you and your family during SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration. Walk through a sea of more than 100 trees that sparkle to music, watch a special holiday show starring Shamu, take an enchanted ride to the North Pole to meet Santa at The Polar Express Experience, learn about the meaning of Christmas with Sesame Street® friends and laugh along with Santa’s funny flippered helpers, Clyde and Seamore. Included in regular admission.
Holidays Around the World – Candlelight Processional
Epcot® at Walt Disney World® Resort
November 23-December 30
Attend international celebrations of Yuletide traditions at Holidays Around the World. As part of Holidays Around the World, enjoy a celebrity narrated retelling of the story of Christmas during the Candlelight Processional accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra and mass choir. Included in regular admission. Tip: seating for the Candlelight Processional often fills quickly; arrive early or secure a seat by purchasing a dining package.
Grinchmas™ Wholiday Spectacular
Islands of Adventure® at Universal Orlando® Resort
December 1-January 1
Seuss Landing™ transforms into the whimsical world of Grinchmas! Settle into story time with a live retelling of “The Grinch” featuring music recorded by Mannheim Steamroller. Meet friendly Whos from Who-ville as they stroll through Seuss Landing. Get an unforgettable autograph or get your photo taken with the mean Mr. Grinch himself! Included in regular admission.
Macy’s Holiday Parade™
Universal Studios Florida® at Universal Orlando® Resort
December 1-January 1
See actual floats and balloons direct from the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® in New York City. Dance and clap along with a parade featuring marching bands, clowns and even Santa. Afterward, treat yourself to gingerbread cookies and watch the tree lighting. Other entertainment throughout the theme park includes The Blues Brothers® Holiday Show, A Barney® Holiday show for young “elves” and performances from Mannheim Steamroller (on select nights.) Included in regular admission.
Christmas Bricktacular
LEGOLAND® Florida
Weekends in December
Have you ever seen a giant Christmas tree that was made of LEGO® bricks? Examine a more than 30-foot-tall tree built from a combination of 270,000 forest green LEGO® and DUPLO® bricks. As part of the Christmas Bricktacular, visit the historical botanical gardens decorated for the holidays, take pictures with Santa and attend the tree lighting ceremony. Included in regular admission. Tip: stay until dark to get a good nighttime view of the lighted LEGO tree.
The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights
Disney’s Hollywood Studios® at Walt Disney World® Resort
Through January 6
This breathtaking display of millions of glittering lights, choreographed to holiday music, lines the Streets of America at Disney’s Hollywood Studios®. A holiday tradition started by the Osborne family’s annual display of lights, this exhibition of multicolored lights blankets entire buildings and will leave you awestruck. On select nights, the 10-minute light show features a finale of dancing snow. Included in regular admission.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party
Magic Kingdom® Park at Walt Disney World® Resort
Select nights through December 21
Holiday magic returns to the Magic Kingdom® Theme Park with special decorations and Castle Dream Lights on Cinderella Castle. Experience Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade, an exclusive fireworks show, snow fall on Main Street U.S.A., holiday shows and meet and greet opportunities with Disney Characters. Requires separate event admission ticket.
Visit the official websites for each theme park for more information on holiday events and activities, admission details, event dates and times. You’re sure to make a stocking full of memories at these famous holiday events!
November 12th, 2012
Beginning today, Walt Disney World® Resort has been transformed for the holidays in conjunction with Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Celebrate the magic with your family at this seasonal event held select nights at the Magic Kingdom® Park. Enjoy a stocking full of holiday surprises with a festive parade, exclusive holiday fireworks show, live entertainment, your favorite Disney Characters and more! Santa even stops by to join the fun!
Share the gift of holiday memories with your loved ones at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. Requiring a special event admission ticket to attend, you’re invited to join-in to celebrate the spirit of the season. Entertainment includes:
- Castle Dream Lights on Cinderella Castle and other holiday decorations
- Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade with an appearance by Santa
- Holiday Wishes: Celebrate the Spirit of the Season – an exclusive holiday fireworks extravaganza
- Snow fall on Main Street U.S.A.
- Special holiday shows
- Meet and greet opportunities with Disney Characters
- Complimentary cookies, apple slices and hot cocoa
- Popular Magic Kingdom attractions (please note only select attractions will be in operation.)
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is presented select nights from November 9-December 21, 2012, from 7 p.m.-midnight. The event requires an additional admission ticket and advance tickets are available. Tip: if you are attending the party, you can enter the park as early as 4 p.m. to enjoy attractions before the party’s events start at 7 p.m. Click here for more information. Stay tuned to All Star’s Orlando Vacation News blog for more holiday events around the theme parks.
November 9th, 2012
All Star Vacation Homes is now offering a LEED®, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, certified vacation home equipped with environmentally-friendly and healthy components. The 7-bedroom, 8-bathroom vacation home, located in Formosa Gardens Estates less than three miles from Walt Disney World® Resort, has received a Gold rating from the U.S. Green Building Council certifying its high performance in sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection and indoor environmental quality. Experience a vacation of a lifetime in Orlando and minimize your environmental impact on the area!
This unique vacation home is perfect for families who are interested in space, luxury amenities and reducing the environmental footprint they leave behind. With a LEED Gold rating (the second to highest rating), this vacation home has been specially designed with energy-efficient and water-saving features including:
- Florida Water StarSM certified components
- Graywater reuse system
- Whole-house dehumidifier to reduce dust and allergens
- Energy Star lighting fixtures
- Energy Star-qualified appliances
- Solar-generated water and pool heaters
- Interior paint with no VOCs (volatile organic compounds)
- Recycled wood flooring panels
- Custom imported tiles made of recycled granite and marble
In addition, this vacation home offers a variety of luxury amenities, high ceilings, and custom décor and is located next to a conservation area with beautiful views of Moon Lake. The home has 7 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms with 4 master bedroom suites and a “Finding Nemo”-themed bunk bedroom – all with flat-screen HD TVs and DVD players. Other amenities include a home theater with 120” projection screen, HD projector, and surround sound; game room with 47” LCD TV, three arcade machines, PlayStation 3, air hockey table and wet bar; screened-in pool and patio area with a swim-against current lap pool, spa and a fire pit pool sitting area; outdoor four-hole putting green and two laundry rooms.
Reserve this amazing vacation home for your next vacation! Click here for more information and to view availability and rates.
November 7th, 2012
Up until it was put in “park” for refurbishment, Test Track at Epcot® floored theme park visitors by sending them on a ride through vehicle safety and performance testing procedures. Beginning December 6, strap in for an all-new interactive experience at the re-imagined Test Track® Presented by Chevrolet®. Join your family to learn how cars are created and experience automotive design firsthand! “Burn rubber” and speed off for an adventure around the Test Track circuit.
Start your engine for an exhilarating driving experience designed by YOU at Test Track Presented by Chevrolet. Step into the design studio to create your ideal virtual concept vehicle individually or with family and friends. Then board a six-passenger SimCar to test your design against the attraction’s SimCar. How will your car compare in capability, efficiency, responsiveness and power? Test your car at speeds up to 65 miles per hour, up and down hills, through hairpin turns and straightaways. After your test drive, see how your car performed in the post-show area and then race it over changing terrains and extreme conditions on a digital driving table. You can also produce and share a TV commercial for your concept vehicle and explore a Chevrolet showroom of the latest models on display.
Test Track Presented by Chevrolet is planned to open at Epcot®, December 6. The Test Track attraction is included in theme park admission. If you are planning a visit to Epcot® before December 6, be sure to stop by the Test Track Pavilion to see a sneak peek of the SimCar (pictured in this post.)
November 5th, 2012
Thanksgiving is a time of year when we gather with family and friends for a delicious feast and give thanks for all that we have. This year, “spice” up your Thanksgiving holiday and support your favorite Division I men’s basketball team. At the seventh annual Old Spice Classic, November 22, 23 and 25, at the ESPN Wide World of Sports® Complex at Walt Disney World® Resort, watch eight teams compete during 12 games as they try to claim the 2012 championship title. After you’ve had your fill of turkey, gather the family for this weekend-long tournament stuffed with basketball and fun!
The Old Spice Classic is a bracket-format tournament of eight teams that will feature 12 games over three days. Each team will complete in one game per day, advancing through a bracket-tournament format. The two teams who make it through to the end undefeated will face off in a championship match on Sunday, November 25. Teams participating in the 2012 Old Spice Classic are Vanderbilt, Gonzaga, Clemson, Davidson, Marist, Oklahoma, UTEP and West Virginia. In addition to the excitement and energy of the basketball games, you can purchase commemorative items at one of the complex’s official merchandise locations or grab a snack at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Grill.
The 2012 Old Spice Classic takes place Thanksgiving Weekend, Thursday, Friday and Sunday, November 22, 23 and 25, at the HP Field House at the ESPN Wide World of Sports® Complex. If you can’t make it to the tournament, games will be televised live on the ESPN family of networks. Single-session tickets (two games) cost $20 or $100 for all-tournament tickets (six sessions/ 12 games). Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
November 2nd, 2012
With the start of November, the holiday season will be right around the corner. Beginning November 16 at the Downtown Disney® area of Walt Disney World® Resort, you can ring in the holidays at the Festival of the Seasons. Lasting until December 27, enjoy live entertainment, holiday decorations, shopping and photo opportunities that celebrate the spirit of the season.
At Festival of the Seasons, you’ll be amazed at the transformation of the Downtown Disney® area where Disney magic meets holiday cheer. See your favorite shops, restaurants and attractions beautifully decorated with twinkling lights, colorful garlands, yuletide torches and festive wreaths. Take photos with family and friends in front of the Christmas tree trimmed with shining ornaments and even a surprise or two. Browse stores for gifts for everyone on your list at Once Upon a Toy, World of Disney and Disney’s Days of Christmas. While you wander the corridors of shops, discover carolers, street performers, a dance party and Latin, jazz and pop renditions of holiday songs. November 16-December 24, visit Santa Claus for an opportunity to tell him your gift wish list or have a laugh with jolly Santa Goofy, December 25-27.
Festival of the Seasons is at the Downtown Disney® area, November 16-December 27. Parking and admission to the Downtown Disney® area are free. Click here for more information.
October 31st, 2012
It’s getting closer. The “Force” and its dark side are descending upon LEGOLAND® Florida on Friday, November 9 with the opening of the new LEGO® Star WarsTM Miniland Model Display. Whether the more than 1.5 million LEGO® bricks are used for good, or to depict an evil attempt to take over the galaxy, you can view displays from each of the six original Star Wars™ films and the animated series “Star Wars: The Clone Wars™.”
You’ll be amazed at what you’ll see made out of LEGO bricks. Constructed by some of the most skilled Master Model Builders, view 2,000 LEGO models – with some more than 6-feet-tall! Following a chronological path, experience the Star Wars™ universe and see your favorite characters, creatures, spaceships and vehicles like Stormtroopers, Jedi Knights, Darth Vader, Imperial Walkers, the Millennium Falcon, the Death Star and more in scenes built in 1:20 scale. For “bricktacular” fun, push one of the models’ interactive buttons to activate animations and watch the scenes come alive.
The LEGO Star WarsTM Miniland Model Display at LEGOLAND Florida will be included with theme park admission. LEGO Star WarsTM Miniland will be a permanent part of LEGOLAND Florida opening on Friday, November 9.
October 23rd, 2012
The Walt Disney World® Marathon and Marathon Weekend attract runners from all over the world each year for a race throughout the Theme Parks. But did you know Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend also includes a run designed for families? The Disney Family Fun Run 5K, on Friday, January 11, 2013, is a family-friendly race that even includes a Stroller Walk Division for children too small to run. Register today and get your family moving!
Gather your family and join the fun during this official Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend event. During the Disney Family Fun Run 5K, adults, teens and tweens race untimed through Epcot®. Run past Future World and around the World Showcase area, enjoying Disney entertainment along the way. Make memories with your family as you cross the finish line together and receive a 5K Finisher medallion. Families with young children can sign up for the Stroller Walk Division of the Disney Family Fun Run 5K and walk the course to the finish at their own pace. After the race, celebrate your race victory with post-race refreshments.
Registration is open but filling fast for the Disney Family Fun Run 5K at Epcot®, January 11, 2013. Click here for registration fees and information. Sign-up today and motivate your family to get in shape!
October 22nd, 2012
Plan a trip to Orlando with this special offer now at Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa from All Star Vacation Homes! Choose from 2, 3 and 4-bedroom vacation condos just 4 miles from Walt Disney World® Resort. Condos at Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa include fully equipped kitchens, spacious living areas with flat-screen HD TVs, private patio or balcony access, master bedroom suites and more situated in a resort community with a zero-entry resort pool, movie theater, game room, full-service spa and other amenities.
The longer the vacation you reserve, the more you save:
- Stay 2 nights, receive the 3rd night FREE
- Stay 3 nights, receive the 4th and 5th night FREE
- Stay 4 nights and receive the 5th, 6th and 7th night FREE
Click here for discount details and blackout dates or visit http://www.allstarvacationhomes.com/ to view available condos. The specials are only valid at Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa for travel dates October 15-December 21, 2012. Click here to view all Orlando vacation home specials with All Star Vacation Homes.
October 18th, 2012
A work of art himself, created by Walt Disney, Mickey Mouse and other beloved Disney characters have inspired artists around the world for nearly a century. On November 9-11, at the Downtown Disney® area, examine the work of Disney and other award-winning artists from around the country during the 37th Festival of the Masters. At this complimentary open-air fine arts show you can search for works of art featuring your favorite Disney characters and more!
The Festival of the Masters features displays of one-of-a-kind and limited-edition paintings, photography, sculptures, jewelry and more. You can chat with artists, learn about their techniques and spend a day filled with a painter’s palate of art and hands-on activities. Shop for fine art and Disney collectables, create a sidewalk chalk “masterpiece” or enjoy live music. In addition, you can browse all the colorful shops and restaurants at the Downtown Disney® area. Whether you are an art enthusiast, painter or Disney fan, there is something at this art festival for the whole family.
Festival of the Masters will be held at the Downtown Disney® area, all day, November 9-11. Admission and parking are free. Click here for more information.
October 17th, 2012
Tomorrow, space shuttle Atlantis will leave its Kennedy Space Center processing hangar for the last time to begin its final journey to its new permanent home at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. On Friday, November 2, at Atlantis – Celebrate the Journey, you’re invited to join Atlantis on the last leg of its 10-mile rolling trek as it arrives at the Visitor Complex. At this once-in-a-lifetime event, celebrate the Space Shuttle Program’s 30 Years of discovery and the achievements of space shuttle Atlantis. The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is less than 60 miles from Kissimmee encouraging you to be a part of this historic event.
As humanity’s first reusable spacecraft, the space shuttles carried people into orbit repeatedly, launched, recovered and repaired satellites, conducted cutting-edge research and built the largest structure in space, the International Space Station. On July 21, 2011, the final space shuttle mission ended when Atlantis landed at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. At Atlantis – Celebrate the Journey, explore the Visitor Complex, learn about the achievements of this remarkable spacecraft and honor its history along with some special activities:
- Astronaut Encounter – Meet astronauts from Atlantis’ final mission, STS-135, from 1:15-2:30 p.m. with opportunities to ask them questions and learn about their experiences.
- Astronaut Autograph Show – Purchase memorabilia or a photo and have it signed by some of more than 50 astronauts and special guests who will be in attendance. Fees from autographs will benefit the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation. Requires separate admission.
- Welcome Home, Atlantis – Starting at 5 p.m., watch Atlantis travel in front of the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex atop the Orbiter Transportation System. Fireworks will illuminate the skies of the Kennedy Space Center afterward.
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is located less than 60 miles from Kissimmee in Orsino, Fla. near Cape Canaveral. Admission to Atlantis – Celebrate the Journey requires a special ticket purchase. Ticket packages start at $50 for adults; $40 for children. Each guest will receive a limited-edition Atlantis – Celebrate the Journey commemorative coin. Click here for more information and tickets.
October 16th, 2012
If you’re looking for a last-minute treat, today is Food Truck Friday in Celebration, Fla! Dishing-up food that has traveled fast, but far from fast food, food trucks will gather around Celebration Town Hall from 5-9:30 p.m. Offering everything from delectable entrees to indulgent desserts, choose from the following food trucks including*:
- SwedeDish
- Twisted Cuban
- Mama’s Fixins
- Café Rouge Express
- YumYum Cupcake
- Kona Dog
- Ice Cream Social Club
- Café Heavenly
- Curbside Chef
- Big Wheel Provisions
- Sit N Stay Pet Café
*Please note food trucks are subject to change.
Celebration’s Food Truck Friday is today at Celebration Town Hall from 5-9:30 p.m. If you can’t make it to this month’s event, Food Truck Friday is held the second Friday of each month with the exception of November, when it will be held on the third Friday. Celebration is just minutes from Kissimmee, Fla. Click here for more information. Don’t forget, like most food truck gatherings, the trucks accept cash and credit cards. Arrive early and expect to wait in line once you have chosen your favorite truck. Tip: bring fold up chairs or blankets to make sure you have a spot to enjoy your food.
October 12th, 2012
Previous Posts
Splitsville Luxury Lanes & Dinner Lounge officially opens at Downtown Disney® West Side on December 19! During your next Orlando vacation, challenge your friends and family to an exciting bowling match in this bowling alley unlike any you have ever seen. Splitsville combines traditional elements of a bowling alley with unexpected touches. With all the entertainment you’ll enjoy, you won’t want to leave!
Loading ...
