Monday, November 12, 2007

"Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas" In Orlando

Ok, so maybe there isn’t a blanket of snow that covers Orlando but it sure beats shoveling!Renting a home in Orlando is the best way to beat the layering of clothes even if they are in fashion! As we know the holidays are creeping around the corner so there are many great events happening for all ages. The perfect weather allows for spending time outdoors at the parks or enjoying all the activities that puts us in the Holiday spirit. Mickey’s annual Very Merry Christmas Party gives families a chance to see snow at Main Street, USA at the Magic Kingdom with a festive parade and characters to meet and greet. Who can forget The Osborne lights that glow at Disney-MGM Studios. Holidays around the world at Disney’s Epcot provides a feel for what happens around the Globe and how others may celebrate the Holidays.
Universal Studios brings a New York City feel to Orlando as they feature MACY’s Thanksgiving Day Parade floats while Santa kicks off the Holiday season with a Tree-lighting ceremony. Don’t forget the ever-popular Grinch at Islands of adventure that will sure to be everything but mean and green! Sea world has its “Christmastide” Holiday fountain show where waters dance to Christmas music. All around Orlando there are countless events to attend. Gaylord Palms has a popular show called “ICE” that is a must see. Coming back for the 5th year, families can experience stunning hand carved sculptures from over two million pounds of ice! The Dixie Stampede Christmas show is perfect for dining and what’s Christmas without attending the “It’s a Wonderful Life” show at the Orlando Repertory Theater. Celebration has its snowfall event for those wanting a winter wonderland experience. Being a vacationer to Orlando has its perks since most events run through New Years, which gives a chance to prolong the Yuletide mood. If you plan to travel during the Holidays, be sure check us out at http://www.usa-vacation-homes.com/ for that “I’ll be home for Christmas” feeling.

Want a deal? Shop the Outlets

Shopping is one the best part of being on vacation without a doubt. With so many stores and Malls in the Orlando area who can pass up going on a shopping spree? Orlando is well known for the varieties of places to shop such as the Mall at Millenia, Florida Mall, Pointe Orlando and more! Imagine all the great bargains if you shop at one of the outlets!

The Mall at Millenia offers shoppers an upscale experience to Luxury brands at popular stores such as Bloomingdales, MACY’S, Neiman Marcus, and many more. Its exquisite layout and varieties of stores give shoppers a positive feeling. The Florida Mall is an overall joyful shopping experience with over 250 specialty stores. Many choices equals a shoppers dream. The newly renovated Pointe Orlando offers a fresh outdoor feel, with fine dining, shopping and entertainment including the new state of the art IMAX theatre. The Festival Bay Mall located on International Drive is a unique shopping destination where a combination of shopping and entertainment takes on a new meaning. This mall features an indoor glow-in-the dark miniature golf, indoor playground, movie theatre, skate park and coming soon in 2008 Ron Jon Surfpark! These malls are sure to satisfy all your shopping needs.

Orlando Is best know for its bargain outlets where name brand fashions from previous seasons are sold at a discounted price. Now shopping for brand name has never been so inexpensive! The most popular outlets such as The Orlando Premium Outlet, Prime Outlets, Lake Buena Vista and other area outlets offers designer brand clothes such as Tommy Hilfiger, DKNY, Guess ect at affordable prices.

Shopping is a must wherever you go on vacation but Orlando offers a great experience as it has some of the best malls and outlets to offer! Be sure to check out homes that are right around the corner from the best places to shop y clicking here! http://new.usa-vacation-homes.com/

Sunday, November 11, 2007

Have fun while you eat!




There are so many benefits of traveling to Orlando. People from all walks of life come to relax and unwind to Orlando because there are so many activities, events, attractions… need I say more? One of the must do’s are the area dinner shows, there are so many to choose from! Dinner shows combine entertainment with dining which offers fun for the entire family! Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede is an exciting dining experience, which features marvelous horses, singing, dancing and a remarkable four-course feast that includes beer and wine. Christmas at Dixie Stampede is featured in November and December and has become one of the most popular dinner shows for the holidays. Dolly guarantees, “It’s the most fun place to eat!”

If you’re in the mood for island cuisine you definitely have to enjoy the Makahiki Luau at Sea world. This is a one of a kind dinner show. There are professionally trained fire breathers, pacific island singers and musicians. Their entrees feature delicious Hawaiian Chicken and Polynesian style barbeque wings. Witness an amazing dress and dance of the people native to the Pacific Islands. Need a laugh? The Outta Control Comedy Dinner Show is just what you need. With the unlimited pizza and drinks this is a perfect choice for the little ones. Located inside Wonder Works this hilarious combo of illusions, music, magic and comedy keeps dinners entertained and on their toes because the audience becomes part of the show!

Explore the high seas and live the life of Pirate at the unique Pirate’s Dinner Adventure.
Its Broadway style musical comedy show contains an action packed voyage to discover treasure. The Pirates feast contains treasure chicken, Garlic lobster and shrimp and for the little captains there is kids menu as well. Be sure to join the swashbuckling fun at this interactive dinner show. For those detectives who enjoy a mystery check out Sleuths Mystery Dinner Shows. This hilarious whodunit show gets the audience to participate to help solve the crime. Enjoy a delicious dinner with unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. Look for clues and watch for anything suspicious! Adults this one is for you! Tony and Tina’s Wedding is truly where you want to get invited. Inspired from the off-Broadway show Tony and Tina’s wedding, this hilarious wedding reception is a interactive dinner theatre performance, you can be Tony and Tina's friends or relatives and wish them good luck by kissing them and interacting with them. Be part of the funny events and the acts of lively and jolly characters and enjoy the yummy feast, drink, and merriment. You will experience out of the world entertainment along with loads of dance and drama.
As a noble guest, you are invited to an 11th century tournament at Medieval Times Dinner Show where treachery has threatened the crown. Due to treachery in the kingdom, you have been summoned to witness a dual to the death between gallant nights to save the crown. As knights prepare for a dual, savory heaps of sumptuous foods are served and not to mention the beautiful horses and the world class joust as knights’ battle to restore peace in the kingdom. Celebrate a magical wedding between an Arabian Prince and Princess at Arabian Nights. Imagine as the characters of this fairy tale step right out of the pages of a storybook filled with suspense and mystery. Be dazzled at the beauty of magnificent horses as they perform in the world's largest indoor equestrian arena while you enjoy the magical feast of a lifetime.
So when your on vacation in Orlando be certain that you’ll have a wonderful time as you dine and unwind at any of these Dinner Shows. To get great deals at any one of these shows click here: http://new.usa-vacation-homes.com/default.asp