Articles Archive for March 2010
Tips, Vacation Rentals »
Have a large family? Five, Six or more in your brood, or maybe its two families traveling together for vacation. Whatever the case it’s definitely a terrific value proposition when you put the rental cost of a large house or villa vs. the equivalent amount of hotel rooms.
According to, homeaway.com, that has nearly 430,000 paid vacation rental home listings across 120 countries, ranging from condos to castles, approximately 34 percent of owners say they will offer some type of special deal or incentive to attract renters during the Spring Break …
Deals, Destinations, Florida, Hotels and Resorts »
Fontainebleau Resort
This Miami hotel recently underwent a $200-million makeover to add, according to Travel and Leisure magazine, “three whirlpools, a two-story waterfall, and a children’s play area with a lazy river and giant water slide.”
They are offering an oceanview room from $299 a night in a stay longer, get more promotion. Stay three nights and get the 3rd night free.valid April 4, 2010 through May 27, 2010 Accommodation choices include Junior, one- and two-bedroom suites excellent for discerning families vacations with five or more.
FB Kids Inspired Adventures. A pool with …
Featured, Hotels and Resorts »
National Park Week, April 17-25 means free admission to all 392 national parks.
Parks will also offer additional family-friendly activities and special offers on tours, lodging, food, and souvenirs. Visit the Web site for a listing of parks and promotions.
Saturday, April 24, is National Junior Ranger Day – there will be hundreds of family friendly events that day. Each child participating in Junior Ranger activities will receive a certificate, patch, or pin. Other National Park Week highlights include the 40th anniversary of Earth Day and the 75th anniversary of the nation’s …
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Start with beautiful natural outdoor environments that include mountain, wooded, lake-side and ocean-side locales. Add services and amenities generally associated with full-service hotels and you have the genesis for the ultimate outdoor experience that is RVC Outdoor Destinations.
RVC Outdoor Destinations offers a number of outdoor experiences across the southeastern states in cottages, yurts, classic Airstream trailers to cabins – regardless if arriving in an RV, an SUV, a sports car or on a bicycle. Each destination offers multiple RV hookups and buddy sites located along water or with water views. …
Activities and Attractions, Destinations, Florida »
One of the most widely anticipated theme park entertainment experiences ever created – The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort – is set for a public grand opening on June 18.
Today, Universal Orlando Resort also revealed details about what is expected to be one the most exciting theme park experiences ever created: Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey. It will be one of three themed attractions within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, including Flight of the Hippogriff and Dragon Challenge.
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey is …
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If summertime is synonymous with family vacation, then comfort is synonymous with The Marriott Village in Lake Buena Vista. Enjoy summer rates that won’t break the bank at any of the Village’s family-friendly Orlando hotels: SpringHill Suites (sleeps up to 5), Courtyard by Marriott, and Fairfield Inn, which is currently revamping to be Fairfield Inn and Suites (sleeps up to 5.)
Filled with both leisure and business amenities, stay the Orlando, FL hotels in the Marriott Village for the best rates in Orlando. Book 14 days in advance and enjoy rates …
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Nickelodeon Family Suites
My six year old can’t wait to visit this slime place. Jack’s favorites are themed here: Spongebob Squarepants and Jimmy Neutron. Nick Hotel has two and three-bedroom suites with bunk or twin beds, video games and mini- and full kitchens depending on the bedroom count. Two bedroom suites sleep six people.
You’ll find character breakfasts, 3,000 square foot arcade, two great waterparks and a buffet full of kid friendly foods.
Check out their summer packages.
Holiday Inn Sunspree Resort
The KidSuites, a separate sleeping area for kids, are key here for big …
Tips, Vacation Rentals »
Have a large family? Five, Six or more in your brood, or maybe it’s two families traveling together for vacation. Whatever the case it’s definitely a terrifc value proposition when you put the rental cost of a large house or villa vs the equavalent amount of hotel rooms.
According to, homeaway.com, Which has nearly 430,000 paid vacation rental home listings across 120 countries, ranging from condos to castles, approximately 34 percent of owners say they will offer some type of special deal or
incentive to attract renters during the Spring Break season. …

