Thanksgiving Savings for Orlando Travel

Bring the entire family to Orlando and be one of a select few who get to experience Thanksgiving like never before!

Stay in one of our fabulous vacation homes for 4 nights AND have Thanksgiving Dinner delivered to your door.

All you have to do is put the prepared dishes in the oven, enjoy the comforting smells of dinner wafting throughout the house, kick back and relax with your family and then serve!

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Relax. Relax. Relax.

We invite you to experience Thanksgiving like never before!

We want to treat you to 2 spa services of your choice!

You're coming to Orlando anyway, why not treat yourself to something really special? OR better yet, let US treat YOU!

For a limited time, when you book your November stay with us, we will book the 2 FREE Spa Services for you. Just tell us which of these you would like most to experience and we'll take care of it for you!


Stay must be booked by November 31, 2008 and be for a minimum of 4 nights to qualify for this Special Treat for you.

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Time To Turn Back the Clocks and Turn Up the HEAT

This November 2nd Americans are reminded to turn back the clocks for Daylight Savings Day. You remember the old addage;'Fall back an hour in Autumn on the clock and spring ahead in the Spring.' So enjoy your extra hour of sleep and dream about a trip down to Florida.

The chill is in the air and you've already caught yourself turning up the heat on the thermostat. Why not turn up the heat on your winter and visit Orlando? With gas prices being at a two year low from the record highs we all know, the time is perfect to load up the bunch and hit the road.

Break out the sandals, shades, and shorts and smell the fresh Florida air. This time of year is perfect in Central Florida where a gentle breeze blows and the temperature is comfortably warm. Visiting the theme parks in weather like this is a good way to get away from it all and enjoy yourself.

The specials offered for lodging your family or group are bound for deals like none other for a comfortable and relaxing stay.

For the young at heart

Senior citizens looking to come to Florida to get away for the winter months should take advantage of beautiful weather and should start to make plans for reserving a vacation home in Sunny Orlando. For those harsh winter months Orlando can offer great activities such as Golf, fishing, boat rides and other great activities.

Avid gold lovers can enjoy great golf courses in the Orlando area such as Reunion golf resort , Mystic Dunes, Falcons Fire and many others. This is a great way to enjoy the beautiful outdoors in Florida.

Many of us enjoy do not take advantage of experiencing the great outdoors when we visit other states. Fishing is one of the many ways one can experience nature at its best. For a great adventure check out Native Sons Fishing Guides perfect for first time fishers or anyone who would love to experience Florida fishing.

When you arrive to Florida you can just see the amazing bodies of water that surround Orlando and other cities. Orlando offers many opportunities for visitors to enjoy sight seeing of the rivers, lakes and all types of swampy water. The Other Orlando will offer many choices for you to choose from.
During the fall and winter months the climate is sunny and dry. October, November and December are perfect times where all new fall activities are underway. Don’t let Jack Frost catch you before you can make plans to come to Orlando! Fall and winter is a perfect time for the snowbirds to enjoy outdoor activities in Sunny Florida!

Summer endings and fall beginnings

Summer is almost over and now its time to enjoy Labor Day weekend before we start welcoming the fall in the upcoming weeks. There are many great events happening in Orlando that are still available for the summer or soon to come for the fall season for guests to enjoy.

Seaworld is still featuring its fun after dark event, which will run until Labor Day. Watch Shamu steal the show with Shamu rocks, a show full of music & amazing stunts. The nighttime action-packed show Bayside Jet show is a must see! Throughout the park there are DJ’s pumping up the atmosphere with music along with dining and shopping after dark!

The 13th annual Epcot food and wine festival starting September 26 until November 9 where you can treat your taste buds and savor special foods from around the world will host a whole new lineup of the eat to the beat concert series with entertainers such as Boyz II Men, En Vogue, David Cassidy and many more!

Disney’s Night of Joy and Universal Studios are both hosting two Christian music events.
Disney’s Night Of Joy will be held at Disney’s Hollywood Studios featuring Contemporary Christian music artists such as Casting Crowns, TobyMac, Rush of Fools and many others.
Universal Studios hosts a similar event called Rock the Universe! Featuring Christian rock bands and celebrity guest speakers. Both of these events will be held on September 5 and 6.

These events are a perfect way to start off the Labor Day weekend! As summer slowly says goodbye, start making room for the new & exciting things fall has in store.

Check back with us for blogs that will inspire and inform you on all the great things Orlando has to offer! For accommodations in the Orlando area check out http://www.usa-vacation-homes.com/

Hotel Guests Complain

In a recent article on HotelMotel.com complaints about the stay at a hotel are on the rise. Like me, you have been a guest at a hotel and many times and found the room unprepared or dirty, or the personal heating/air conditioning unit unable to reach a comfortable temperature, etc... The list of goes on and on.



The majority of complaints about stays in hotels concern the professionalism, or lack there of, of the staff. A lot of the time the first impression made at check-in was when some guests reported being treated rudely. Thin walls and noise pollution were also major complaints made by guests in their 40's and up.

Vacation Homes VS. Hotel Room Comparison

Living Space (Square Footage) at least 1800 at most 200

Private Pool/Spa YES NO

Multiple Bedrooms/Bathrooms YES NO

Fully Equipped Kitchen YES NO

Ability to Cook Meals YES NO

Washer & Dryer YES NO

Multiple TV's YES NO

VCR, DVD or Playstation YES NO

Internet Access YES Maybe

Gameroom YES Maybe

Home away from Home YES NO
One way to avoid having to be another one to complain on your next Orlando business or family trip try a luxury vacation home rental. Trust me, a stay with USA Vacation Homes and Spa is something you will NOT regret!

Go Green!!

Green…Green….Green,
Seems like a great idea? Everyone seems to be getting the hang of the ECO-friendly trend. How does Orlando travel fit into the big picture? Everyone can contribute to a little part to save the earth. Just a contribution here and there can male a big difference on how the environment is affected. Here are some ways travel industry is taking on the green scene.

Vacationers can help by choosing eco friendly cars from a car rental company that provides hybrids. Think small. Do you really need the luxurious 8 passenger SUV when there is really only 4 in your party?

If you plan to fly as your mean of transportation to your destination consider packing light. The more belongings you bring, the more fuel a plane uses to transport you and your luggage.

There are many companies that offer services where you don’t have to drive and save help the earth with carbon tracing. USA Vacation Homes & Spa offers in home Spa treatments and a chef of your own so you don’t have to go out and eat.

Find activities that help nature. Orlando has many attractions and places to visit that have taken the green turn such as Universal Studios who has recently announced that they will be going green. Many Disney Hotels such as Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge have already received a Green score (how one contributes to helping the environment). Visiting natural parks and other nature reserves are great to visit especially since Florida wildlife is perfect and it is also a good look at what we might lose if we don’t start to make change when we go home or when you travel.

Passport to Great Weekends in Orlando!

Samantha Brown is searching for hidden gems in Orlando -- the parts most tourists never see. There's more to Orlando than just theme parks, gift shops and chain restaurants. This weekend Sam's exploring real neighborhoods, meeting real locals and discovering real grown-up things to do, including the great shopping and dining district of Winter Park, the downtown art-scene and a fantastic soul food eatery.

On this episode Samantha visits a wine shoppe in Winter Park, that has the largest wine selection in the whole world. The old world Tuscan stonework decor and modern day wine dispensers draped in stainless steel, make for the perfect blend of old meets new. On Saturday morning you are more than welcome to visit the Winter Park farmer's market and sample the local flavor.

Speaking of local flavor, enjoy the segment showcasing the Johnson diner Soul Food restaurant. If you are coming into town from other parts of the country it is important, or familiar with real down-home southern cooking, Johnson's Diner is for you.

The City Arts Factory is a place downtown that is showcased where you can find a great piece of art for the home and make some on your own!

Stay with us and let Orlando show you how amazing it can be.

Independence Day Vacay!

The Fourth of July is a very important day for USA Vacation Homes and Spa, and a very important holiday for vacationing families all over the country. Making your way to The Happiest Place on Earth is a great idea!

If your hometown festivities have become routine; think about not wasting a rare and precious four-day vacation this year at home and come to Orlando.

Bring the family, neighbors, friends, and coworkers and experience all the fun central Florida has to offer and enjoy the amenities of a vacation home. Staying in a vacation home can be a great way to vacation this Fourth of July weekend for so many reasons.

Universal Orlando Resort offers up some fun for the holiday this year.Three major fireworks shows combine to deliver a spectacular display at Universal Orlando.

To celebrate Independence Day, Universal Orlando Resort will host an extraordinary collaboration of firework mastery by combining displays from three locations into a single show that can be seen throughout the resort. The awe-inspiring fireworks will emanate from Universal Studios on one side, Islands of Adventure on the other side and Universal CityWalk in the center, filling the sky with stunning illuminations. The show will begin at approximately 9:50 p.m. with all three locations simultaneously setting off an astonishing array of fireworks choreographed to America's favorite music.

Guests can spend the entire 4th of July holiday enjoying Universal Orlando’s blockbuster rides and watching an amazing fireworks display. The theme parks feature the hottest attractions based on hit films, including Shrek 4-D and Jimmy Neutron’s Nicktoon Blast at Universal Studios and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man and the Incredible Hulk Coaster at Islands of Adventure.

As evening approaches, the most anticipated fireworks display in Florida explodes once again over Universal Orlando Resort. The unforgettable display, set to some of America’s most patriotic music, will light up the skies over Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios theme parks.
source:www.orlando.about.com

Airline Travel Made Easier

Traveling these days, especially when flying, is a lot different from just a couple of years ago. There is some good news that will help ease the stress that sometimes accompanies airline travel. The Department of Homeland Security unveiled measures aimed at easing the aggravation associated with air travel, including new screening machines, clearer standards for identification, so Grandma is less likely to confused for a terrorist in this year's trip to Orlando.

Michael Chertoff, the Homeland Security secretary, said the measures aim "to take security to a new level, but also to take convenience to a new level, to eliminate some of the persistent irritations that are a constant source of complaint."

Where new "millimeter wave" scanners are part of a system the department calls Checkpoint Evolution.

"Another thing the checkpoint uses is whole-body imaging. ... This technology allows us to detect any item concealed in a person's body," Chertoff said.

The scanners clearly reveal all the contours of a person's body through clothing. This is the most controversial tools of the three because an image of the semi-nude bodies is visible to complete strangers, but the TSA and Department of Homeland security both believe that having the security personnel, faces scrambled, and images in another room circumvents the concern.

The department also announced standard criteria for accepting passenger identification: "Beginning May 26, 2008, federal or state-issued photo ID will be accepted if it contains: name, date of birth, gender, expiration date and a tamper-resistant feature."

There also new steps in place to solve the problem of someone having the same name as those on the "watchlist"

Now that you've learned that it is even easier to getaway from it all, now is the time to book that flight and come on down to Florida!

Blizzard Beach Summer Fun

Nothing like a bright sunny day with fun filled day planned at the water park. The Orlando area offers three major water parks that are sure to keep everyone wet and wanting more! We've got one for you that you are sure to like!

Blizzard Beach is regarded as one of the best water parks that Orlando has to offer. It is located at the World Famous Disney World Resort and is jammed packed with water fun.

The Summit Plummet is a extreme water ride where you can reach speeds up to 65 miles per hour by dropping straight down 120ft. From the top of the Summit Plummet you can see a view like none other with all 4 Disney Parks, the Sky Coaster in Old Town.

For the less adventurous of us there is the Slush Gusher, which will still take you up to speeds of 35 miles per hour, and will have you catching air on both humps.

Don't feel like climbing the stairs all the way to the top of the mountain? Take the only Chair Lift in Orlando to the top!

When you want to relax and get some sun go round and round on the lazy river.


So when you come to visit this or any other Orlando theme park, make your stay a "USA Stay" with USA Vacation Homes and Spa.

Welcome Convention Guests To Orlando!

Each year the city of Orlando and Central Florida hosts conventions for everything from automotive to zoology. We thought we would help our readers by letting them know what conventions are slated to be in the area and what you can do around town when visiting.


Enjoy the top spots in Orlando to eat up and go out. Don't let the nightlife in Orlando pass you by. Enjoy world class cuisine and metropolitan chic clubs on you next visit to the area for convention.

Try a vacation home on your next visit to the area and experience your own private pool, and comforts of home. You can even bring your pet! Let USA Vacation Homes and Spa make your next convention a relaxing, private and comfortable one.



Conventions for June 2008
NATIONAL SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION
BEST BUY HOLIDAY ACHIEVERS 2008
PHOTOSHOP WORLD
IBM TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP EXCHANGE
JOHN EDWARD SEMINAR
MARY KAY CAREER CONFERENCE
CAMPUS INSIGHT 2008
INTERNATIONAL CAR WASH ASSOCIATION
HISPANIC BUSINESS EXPO
CELEBRATION 2008
USANA HEALTH SCIENCES
FLORIDA SCHOOL NUTRITION ASSN
CELEBRATE ORLANDO
2008 Premiere Orlando Beauty Show
Orange County Convention Center - June 1-2, 2008 - 43,000 attendees
WORLD OF HURRICANE PROTECTION EXPO

Top Rated Places to Eat in Orlando
The Oceanaire Seafood Room: 9101 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819
Harp & Celt Restaurant & Irish Pub 25 S Magnolia Ave Orlando, FL 32801

Dan Marino's Tavern on the Lake
6996 Grande Ave, Ste 200, Orlando, FL
Part upscale, part sports bar, Dan Marino’s new location is a welcome addition to MetroWest.

Maggiano's Little Italy
9101 International Dr Ste 2400, Orlando, FL
There's nothing little about Maggiano's Little Italy. In fact, this huge new restaurant in Pointe Orlando does everything big, but diners with more ladylike appetites can order half portions of heaping pasta plates.

Brix
151 E Washington St, Orlando, FL
This trendy hot spot serves bubbling fondue--both chocolate and cheese--to hungry hipsters downtown.


Nightlife:

1. Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville

6000 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819


Cover Charge: $$1 - $15
Music: Rock
Top 40
Varies
Dress: CC: Casual
Food Served:

UNIVERSAL. Looking for a colorful, high-spirited spot to kick back? The atmosphere at this bar and restaurant is hard to beat! Each night a live band plays Caribbean-inspired tunes, rock and top 40. Prior to showtime, Buffett's played all day, and he also makes several video "appearances." With the help of a few margaritas, the decor – complete with fishing rods attached to booths – transports you to the carefree tropics. The menu offers a wide range of island-inspired fare such as lobster and shrimp salad, the famous "Cheeseburger in Paradise," and Cuban meatloaf.

2. Cirque du Soleil: La Nouba

1478 E Buena Vista Dr, Downtown Disney® West Side, Walt Disney World® Resort, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 · 407-939-7600
2008 Editors' Choice - 10Best Bet Award Winner

Cover Charge: $$$$$50+
Dress: BCBC: Business Casual
Food Served:

DOWNTOWN DISNEY ®. Billed as a "theatrical ride for the senses," La Nouba is one of a handful of permanent Cirque du Soleil shows. Consistent, rave reviews make the show, written and directed by Franco Dragone, a must-see for the whole family. The theater is set up so that each spectator has the best possible view, and performances live up to their reputation, featuring unbelievably magical talents. Reservations can be made up to 6 months in advance.


3. Independent Bar

70 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801 · 407-839-0457

User Rating: Rating: 4 / 5 (Rate It)

Cover Charge: $$1 - $15
Music: '80s
Alternative Rock
Metal
Rock
Dress: BC, C, TBC: Business Casual
C: Casual
T: Trendy
Food Served:

DOWNTOWN. This hot nightspot has cashed in on its unique outdoor patio and gorgeous view of downtown Orlando. The rowdy young crowd dances to retro 70s and 80s music, indie rock, or top 40 tunes, depending on the evening. Occasionally, live bands play outside on the patio. Tasty on-site pizza keeps late night snack-attacks at bay.
4. Fantasmic

Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood Hills Amphitheater, MGM Studios, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 · 407-939-3463


MGM STUDIOS. Held in the Hollywood Hills Amphitheater, this short musical drama culminates in a fireworks and laser show. Mickey battles Disney's most infamous monsters to the backdrop of dynamic song and dance numbers derived from the movie "Fantasia." Spectacular waterworks, giant video screens and a large cast enhance the production. Space is tight at this extremely popular event, so come early.



5. House of Blues

1490 E Buena Vista Dr, Downtown Disney West Side, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830 · 407-934-2222

User Rating: Rating: 4 / 5 (Rate It)

Music: Varies
Dress: BC, CBC: Business Casual
C: Casual
Food Served:

DOWNTOWN DISNEY ®. One of Orlando's most popular live music venues, HOB (as it is called by those in the know) offers top-level live entertainment and a brilliant Mississippi Delta-inspired menu that features everything from jambalaya and étouffée to fried catfish and pork chops. HOB has a variety of stages, including an outdoor garden stage, an intimate jazz lounge inside and the grand main stage, where national acts perform. If architecture and interior design are your things, then you'll definitely want to tool around the eclectic bars and dining areas. Sunday's Gospel Brunch is not to be missed! Brunch reservations required.


6. Bob Marley: A Tribute to Freedom

6000 Universal Blvd, Universal Studios Citywalk, Orlando, FL 32819 · 407-224-2262

User Rating: Rating: 5 / 5 (Rate It)

Cover Charge: $$1 - $15
Music: Reggae
Dress: BC, CBC: Business Casual
C: Casual
Food Served:

UNIVERSAL. Want to get into that island frame of mind? Then you definitely need to get yourself over to this cool Jamaican-themed nightspot, famous for its great reggae rhythms and terrific food. Grab a seat in the courtyard area, order a rum drink or Red Stripe and let Bob take care of the rest. At some point, you'll want to tour the inside of the club and check out all of the Marley memorabilia hanging on the walls. 21 and up after 9pm.

7. Jax Fifth Ave Deli & Ale

3400 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, FL 32804 · 407-999-8934

User Rating: Rating: 5 / 5 (Rate It)


Dress: CC: Casual
Food Served:

NORTH ORLANDO. Hip and healthy, this sandwich shop doubles as a popular hangout after dark. Well-heeled young professionals and students are lured to Jax to enjoy the exceptional variety of beer—over 200 available-- and chow down on scrumptious wraps and pita sandwiches. Happy hour drink specials fill seats, and six TVs keep everyone occupied, especially at game time.

8. Pat O'Brien's

6000 Universal Studios Plz, Universal Studios Citywalk, Orlando, FL 32819 · 407-224-2100

Music: Piano
Dress: CC: Casual
Food Served:

UNIVERSAL. Walking through O'Brien's front door is like stepping onto Bourbon Street, and the Orlando location of this bar is modeled after the New Orleans original, complete with patio, flaming fountain and dueling piano bar. In fact, O'Brien's claims to have invented the concept of "warring pianos," so be sure to take in the show. While you are enjoying the music, sip on O'Brien's other claim to fame: the Hurricane. Other popular drinks are the Purple People Eater and the Skylab. Be sure to bring a designated driver because these mammoth cocktails pack a punch! Casual dress.

9. Club Firestone

578 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801


Cover Charge: $$1 - $15
Music: Disco
Euro
Hip-Hop
House
Latin
R&B
Reggae
Rock
Techno
Top 40
Dress: TT: Trendy
Food Served:

LOCH HAVEN PARK. Yes, one of the best nightclubs in Orlando is actually located in the same building that once housed a tire distributor – thus the name. Firestone offers an expansive (more than 13,000 square feet) space and some of the best indie, electro, hip hop, house, Latin, rock and reggeton beats you can imagine. The floor is flanked on all sides (and above) by silver railings and scaffolding, creating a post-apocalyptic look. The most exciting nights tend to be Saturdays, when the club features an 18+ event slate that's never the same from week to week but is always as loud as it is fun. The Club also features occasional live acts.

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10. SKY60

64 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801 · 407-246-1599

Music: Hip-Hop
Soul
Techno
Dress: BC, TBC: Business Casual
T: Trendy
Food Served:

DOWNTOWN. Beautiful 20- and 30-somethings strut the floor of this rooftop bar and groove to hip hop, soul and techno. The stylish, cabana-inspired bar offers tantalizing tropical cocktails such as the mojito and pepperita. Guests sit on white beach furniture while they take in the magnificent scenery (views of downtown Orlando aren't bad, either!) and savor the many flavors of the evening. Dress to impress, or you'll likely feel out of place.

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Memorial Day Weekend

Make this Memorial Day Weekend a weekend to remember. With Memorial Day being the unofficial kick-off to Summer, it is best to start your summer off by planning a long weekend in the Orlando/Kissimmee area.

Nothing says Spring has sprung like the Epcot's annual International Flower & Garden Festival. This year you can see all of the colors of creation blooming just in time for your vacation.

While you are in the neighborhood swing over to the Magic Kingdom. It's almost impossible to visit Central Florida without visiting one of main attractions of the world. Everyone remembers a summer Walt Disney World vacation and starting the summer with one means you can't go wrong!

Thinking of bring the family to the Orlando/Kissimmee area? Visit the site to see just how to enjoy the most out of your vacation.

Celebrate MOM !

Mothers day is almost here and what better way to make her feel special than to take her to the wonderful places Orlando has to offer. May is the month to take advantage of gorgeous weather and show MOM great appreciation.

Epcot holds its fifteenth annual flower and garden festival, which runs until June 1st. This is an annual events that displays beautiful arrangements and Disney topiaries. They will host a flower power concert series and you will want to be sure to make reservations for the “Mothers Day Brunch”.


A perfect gift for mother’s day is a relaxing and pampering spa treatment so why not give her the relaxation that she needs by taking her to the face haven spa located in Orlando. This spa has all kinds of treatments such as the micro current, facials, waxing, massages and more. To reserve your treatments click here.

What mom does’nt enjoy shopping? Mom will enjoy a well deserved shopping spree at one of the outlets. Great Mothers Day specials will offer great bargain prices. The Orlando premium,prime outlets and Lake Buena vista are great ones to visit.
Whether you decide to take mom to mid-day brunch or see a show. Orlando is the perfect destination to show MOM that you appreciate her 365 days a year.

May Activities In Orlando

Yes it is May already and Orlando is bursting with activities. May is a month with so many special events and holidays packed into one month and we would be remissed if we did not let you know what was going on in the most exciting town on Earth!

Starting Cinco de Mayo through the end of the month, there is no reason not to have a great time in Orlando. Here are some things to plan on attending while in "O" Town.


May, 05, 2008: Plenty of Cinco de Mayo events including local restaurants offering up traditional Mexican cuisine and colorful performances.

May 10, 2008: Symphony in the Park
The opening performance from the Osceola Center for the Arts Jazz Orchestra sets the tone for this special evening at the Kissimmee Lakefront Park. The Orlando Philharmonic then takes center stage for the final concert series. Free admission, from 6 pm - 10 pm.
May 15 - 26, 2008
Orlando Int'l Fringe Fest
For those of us that are fans of the live dramatic arts there is a 12 day festival in Loch Haven Park provides a venue for theatrical performing artists to display creative talent through their novel performances.

May 26, 2008
MEMORIAL DAY!
It is the unofficial start to the Summer and it is also time to remember all of those that have fallen for our country's freedom. Take a long weekend trip down to Orlando and sample some of the central Florida attractions and treat yourself to some Spa Services, trust me you will not regret it!

Relaxation Vacation... The New Way to Travel

Too often the vacations we plan for months don't turn out to be as relaxing as we had hoped. There is a new trend emerging where Americans are taking back their vacations from the stresses that inevitably come along with them. Enter the Relaxing Vacation!

Buying the plane tickets is just the beginning to the trip you've dreamed of for so long. Herding through the lines at the airport, through the numerous security check points, hours before your flight; only to have your flight delayed or canceled is an all too common occurrence these days. There are several other stressful things about traveling that can almost ruin your vacation, and this is why the vacation with a little Namaste incorporated is becoming more poplular.

The Relaxation Vacation is the new way to ensure that the things that challenge the quality of your vacation, don't ruin your vacation. All around the U.S. families are including golf excursions and facials into their vacations. Now you can receive a deep tissue massage after soaking up the sun all day. Couples can enjoy each these soothing and pampered offerings together, building an even stronger bond between the two.

With a Relaxation Vacation the sights and sounds of daily life are drowned away in the indulgence that comes with Spa therapies. There is no guilt involved with giving yourself the gift of a Relaxation Vacation and a little relaxation these days goes a long way!

Orlando celebrates Memorial Day

Memorial Day is officially the start of The summer season and with that in mind, we celebrate by having family and friends over for a traditional BBQ and to have a great time. Orlando is the perfect place where you can make that happen by taking advantage of all of the activities and events happening during our three-day weekend!

Winestyles offers an annual complimentary wine tasting event for the Memorial Day holiday. Located in Dr Phillips this is an event most wine lovers would not want to miss out on. Orlando attraction parks including Disney, Sea world, and other area in Orlando will feature many activities and events.

Disney will host its Memorial Day soccer shootout is an event to attend. 200 teams come together in an exciting competition where coaches and the participants can go the parks.

Shamu rocks will be a popular turnout as the new show has turned out to be big hit. Rumor has it that Elmo and friends will also return for their debut back for all the little ones.

The Orlando Carnival is centered around Memorial Day, with a Caribbean style Mardi Gras including a festive parade in downtown Orlando great for kicking off the holiday weekend leading near the Florida Citrus Bowl where there will be other events taking place.

There are many great things that will make this Memorial Day be a blast! Don’t miss out on what BBQ’s and relaxing are all about!

Tax Rebate Vacation

The dreaded date of April 15th is quickly arriving and it is time to reward yourself with a Tax Rebate Vacation to Orlando. You know you deserve a break after sifting through receipts, shuffling through files, and going through mountains of paperwork to file your tax returns.

The vacation you deserve can be in reach with help from the Tax Rebate initiative. A single individual's rebate can be up to $650 and goes up for marriage and child credits. This means that everyone can make it to Orlando on the Rebate alone.

Use your Tax rebate this year for a guilt free trip to Orlando! Pack your bags and contact us for THE best way to vacation in Orlando!

Simpsons Invade Orlando

The Simpsons - Coming in Spring 2008

Universal Orlando Resort and Simpson's creator Matt Groening have put their creative minds together to offer a new attraction!

This unique adventure is described as a combination of thrill ride, dark ride and "live show". Guests will ride with Bart, Homer, Marge, Lisa and Maggie Simpson reminiscent as the well known Simpsons opening credits, as they go through a fantastic amusement park dreamt up by "Krusty the Clown." The voices of the original actors will be featured in this much anticipated ride.

The Simpsons attraction is being constructed at the former site of "Back to the Future.

Nothing Like Epcot in the Spring!

The 2008 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival is in full bloom and it couldn't be better. Each year the flora seems to grow brighter and more vibrant. The Epcot Flower and Garden Festival shows us, through the meticulous attention to detail, how beautiful nature truly can be. With over three million blooms to enjoy the time is NOW to come to Orlando.

Epcot is always a good source to find new ways to find enjoyment in life. Epcot is famous for the many cultural attractions, but did you know that Epcot has a Food and Wine Festival every year?


So when in Orlandothis Spring, take some time and smell the flowers at the 2008 Epcot Flower and Garden Festival!

Spring Travel to Orlando

Almost everyone is thinking about doing something with the family or club with the beckoning of Spring right around the corner. The Easter and Passover holiday are this weekend and there is still time to reserve a vacation home for you and yours.

If you have a break and want to take advantage of it with an awesome trip to Orlando then go here and start packing!

The celebrations are non-stop in Orlando and you are sure to find something to do. The weather this time of year makes it the perfect time to be in central Florida. To help you get better prepared even faster see helpful information below.

Here's a look at the extended forecast:

* Tuesday: Low: 59° High: 81°
* Wednesday: Low: 64° High: 87°
* Thursday: Low: 54° High: 74°
* Friday: Low: 61° High: 78°
* Saturday: Low: 62° High: 79°
* Sunday: Low: 62° High: 82°
* Monday: Low: 62° High: 82°

See it to Believe It!

So you're this close to deciding whether you are going to try an Orlando vacation home or cram the family into a hotel room or two. Well here are some videos from us to you to help you make up your mind.



In times like these it is important to travel smart. Imagine bringing the family, extended family, team, group, etc. and stay in a home of unequaled, quality and comfort, at USA Vacation Homes!




One more for the road!

St. Patrick's Day In O'Town

St. Patrick's Day started as a saint's day celebration of Saint Patrick that drove away all of the serpents from the emerald isle centuries ago. Since then the celebration has grown to have celebrations world-wide in lieu of the day.

The most famous celebration in Orlando is the events held at Pleasure Island. No need to have the "Luck of the Irish" to find something fun to do on St. Patty's Day. Here is some information to help you and yours celebrate the day.



St. Patrick's Party
March 14, 15, 17, 2008 - 7pm till 2am
The "luck of the Irish" is in the air as you celebrate this holiday with leprechauns, Irish artist videos, stilt walkers, live music featuring "Seven Nations" and DJ's Club admission not required to experience this event.

NEMO Attraction

What happens when you take the enchanting story of Nemo's great adventure and combine that with the innovations of the live Lion King performance? MAGIC!

Our friends at Disney have yet another attraction for you and your family with the new Finding Nemo live performance.

The "Theater in the Wild" has been transformed into the undersea world of Marlin and Nemo. Through the use of puppetry, acrobats, dancers performing against an animated backdrop, "Finding Nemo" comes to life.

Trust us, you've never been to a performance this interactive before!

Toddler Friendly Orlando pt .II

Universal Studios Woody Woodpecker’s Nuthouse Coaster is a wild ride for first time coaster riders and it’s a free-for-all with water at the Curious George Goes to Town play area. When the little ones need a break from the hot florida sun, they will enjoy spending “A Day in the Park with Barney” an indoor show featuring Barney, Baby Bop and BJ singing some favorite songs. After the show, head to the playground for a meet and greet with Barney and lots of indoor fun.

Universal Island Of Adventure the kids will enjoy the real story will come true at Seuss Landing. Cool off at the water play in a Seuss-themed and attraction. The High In the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride!, The Cat in the Hat ride and Caro-Seuss-el are perfect for the kiddies. Elsewhere, dinosaurs rule at Camp Jurassic, a playland full of dino-age fun with caves and climbers, slides and lava pits.

Seaworld Happy Harbor is a fin feat for kids where they can run around and ride on the family friendly roller coaster, a jellyfish-themed samba tower ride, a beach bucket-themed tea cup ride, a swinging boat ride and a sea-themed carousel. Sesame street has joind the friends at Seaworld with the new stage show, “Elmo and the Bookaneers” where your kids can join Elmo and friends on a pirate adventure.

The theme parks aren't the only alternative for families with small children. Gatorland is a park where families can see first hand and learn the facts of the exotic reptiles of Central Florida . Green Meadows Petting Zoo is a place for children all of ages to see farm friendly animals and even enjoy a tour where interaction takes place to milk a cow, go on pony and train rides, experience chick cuddling and more one-on-one with farm animals.

The Orlando Science Center offers a place where the little ones can spend hours in KidTown learning the process of farming oranges and exploring the underground in the city. Other popular features are an indoor nature habitat and playing with boats as they learn first hand about water currents and how many things work.

So if your planning to travel to Orlando and are unsure of places to visit check out the newsletter that will help you and your kids decide on where to go!

Toddler Friendly Orlando pt .I

Toddler friendly

If you’ve ever traveled with little ones in tow you know that it’s a bit of a challenge. These tips and places to visit might offer some relief and peace of mind.Orlando is known for the family friendly environment and many attractions that is offers and one of the great things that they have come up with is a toddler friendly plan where parents with small children can enjoy and not have to worry about being limited on where to go. Disney has many places such as Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland where children can ride kiddie rides and attractions that are based on classic Disney movies and characters. At the Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor Comedy Club, you can laugh, joke, sing songs with the animated characters from Disney-Pixar's "Monsters, Inc." where you can interact and be entertained!

Disney’s MGM Studios is known for its Disney’s playhouse show featuring Bear in the Big Blue House and Jo Jo’s Circus. Kids will enjoy seeing their Playhouse Disney friends live on stage as they sing and dance. Jim Henson’s Muppet Vision in 3-D is a comedy based on the famous Muppets show and don’t forget the Beauty and Beast live on stage where a classic film comes to life. Kids can get their daily dose of running and playing at “Honey I Shrunk The Kids” playground.

Come back and visit the blog on more ways to enjoy Orlando with toddlers!