Spend summer vacation in the Caribbean for 25% less!  Book a minimum stay of 5 nights at any participating resort—Bolongo Bay Beach Resort, Marriott Frenchman’s Reef, Point Pleasant Resort, Sapphire Beach Resort, Secret Harbour Beach Resort, The Ritz-Carlton and Windward Passage Hotel on St. Thomas; The Buccaneer, Carambola Beach Resort & Spa, Chenay Bay Beach Resort, Club St. Croix, Divi Carina Bay Resort & Casino, Hibiscus Beach Resort, Hotel Caravelle, The Palms at Pelican Cove, Sand Castle on the Beach and Tamarind Reef Hotel on St. Croix; Concordia Eco-Tents, Maho …

Dolphin’s Cove Resort
Anaheim, CA (Los Angeles area)
Dolphin’s Cove Resort is located within walking distance of Disneyland (less than one mile). Here you can relax in a spacious 1-, 2- or 3- bedroom suite with the conveniences of full kitchens and private bedrooms. The resort’s large units and balconies overlook spacious well-landscaped grounds. Plenty of room for a family of five or more.  The resort also has a strong amenities package with social activities centered around a pool and water area. In addition the you’ll find a spa tub and fitness …

Virtual sneak peek at Harry Potter’s world as it takes shape
Universal Orlando Resort honchos are keeping a veritable Invisibility Cloak over the landscape of the highly anticipated Wizarding World of Harry Potter.  Read More at USA Today
The repositioning cruise fare game
Without too much effort, even a novice can snare a great fare on a one-way repositioning cruise.
Such cruises have become increasingly popular in recent times, especially among cruisers who enjoy time at sea rather than at many ports. Read More at LA Times Travel

January a great month for getting vacation …

Radisson Resort Orlando – Celebration, a 20-acre resort is 1.5 miles from Walt Disney World Resort, is offering as much as 30% off room rates. Rates run from $116 a night, we checked out a spring break and rooms are available. Radisson’s website was allowing booking of 5 into a room for as little as $116 a night. There is also a kids eat free program (under 10 at select restaurants.)
The Radisson Resort guestrooms include refrigerators, WIFI, and on-site recreation including two outdoor pools and tennis courts.
2900 Parkway Boulevard
Kissimmee, FL …

The highly anticipated Disney destination resort currently under construction on the Hawaiian island of O‘ahu now has an official name and a dynamic new Web site offering an inside look at the project. The resort’s name – Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Ko Olina, Hawai‘i – reflects the company’s deep commitment to celebrating the islands’ rich history and traditions. Plans call for the first phase of the resort to open in fall 2011.
“We want this resort destination to reflect the vibrant culture that surrounds it. The name ‘Aulani’ expresses a …

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As the past month of snow storms and holidays enters into the rear view mirror of 2009, Orbitz (www.orbitz.com) launches into 2010 with a huge Winter Hotel Blowout* sale. Travelers can save up to 50% off hotels in top destinations around the world, including Europe, Mexico, Hawaii and the Caribbean.
“With Orbitz hotel deals from the Caribbean to Europe, the biggest decision for consumers won’t be if they should take a vacation, but rather where and how soon they should go,” said Jessica Labaire, Merchandising Manager for Orbitz. “Plus, each traveler …

An all-new family waterslide rocks into Aquatica in Orlando with unique thrills including high-speed tubes and half-pipe funnels that’ll have riders splashing and sliding frontward and backward and climbing the walls.
The first waterslide of its kind in the world, Omaka Rocka opens this spring.
What makes Omaka Rocka next year’s can’t-miss waterpark ride in Orlando?  Riders speed down flumes into massive funnels, sliding high up one side and then the other, rocking back and forth, feeling a sensation of near weightlessness.
Coming out of the funnel, they’ll skim into a drenching splashdown …