Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Timeshare

A great long term investment—Think of how much you have spent on hotel accommodations over the years; and how much you would spend on a one week hotel stay at a popular vacation destination during peak season. Timeshares offer many of the amenities that are available at upscale resorts without the inflated resort price tag. Read More top 10 tips

Walt Disney World Area Hotels / Lake Buena Vista Area Hotels

The Regal Sun Resort - Close to Walt Disney and FREE transfers to Disney!
Walt Disney Swan and Dolphin Resort - located at the doorstep of Epcot.
Comfort Inn Lake Buena Vista - Hotel near Disney World * Kids eat FREE
Extended Stay Deluxe - Excellent accommodations * Sleep 6 * FREE breakfast
Buena Vista Palace Across Downtown Disney in the Walt Disney World Resort
Sheraton Safari Hotel & Suites - Discount family suites near Walt Disney...
Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress - Luxury in every room! Adjacent to Walt Disney
Orlando Vista Hotel - Excellent value, location and amenities! Near Disney!
Nickelodeon Suites - Get ready to be slimed and be blown away in our suites...
Walt Disney World Area Hotels

Driving Directions to the Orlando Convention Center for the 2008-Model Central Florida International Auto Show

From Orlando International Airport (EAST) 25 minutes

1. Go west on SR 528 to exit 1 (International Drive)

2. Go north (right) approximately one mile to Convention Center

3. The West Building parking lot can be accessed by turning left at either Convention Way (south entrance) or at Exhibit Way (north entrance)

4. The North/South Building parking lot can be accessed by turning right at the South Concourse sign or continuing north on International Drive and turning right onto Convention Way and following to Universal Boulevard, turn right onto Universal Boulevard.
From Daytona Beach, Florida (NORTHEAST) 1 hour

1. Take Interstate 4 west to the SR 528 exit (Exit 72)

2. Travel east on SR 528 to exit 1 (International Drive)

3. North (right) approximately one mile to Convention Center

4. The West Building parking lot can be accessed by turning left at either Convention Way (south entrance)or at Exhibit Way (north entrance)

5. The North/South Building parking lot can be accessed by turning right at the South Concourse sign or continuing north on International Drive and turning right onto Convention Way and following to Universal Boulevard, turn right onto Universal Boulevard.
From Tampa, Florida (SOUTHWEST) 1 Hour 15 Minutes

1. Take Interstate 4 east to the SR 528 exit (Exit 72)

2. East on SR 528 to exit 1 (International Drive)

3. North (right) approximately one mile to Convention Center

4. The West Building parking lot can be accessed by turning left at either Convention Way (south entrance) or at Exhibit Way (north entrance)

5. The North/South Building parking lot can be accessed by turning right at the South Concourse sign or continuing north on International Drive and turning right onto Convention Way and following to Universal Boulevard, turn right onto Universal Boulevard.
Via Florida’s Turnpike

1. Take Turnpike north to Interstate 4 west

2. Go west on Interstate 4 to the SR 528 exit (Exit 72)

3. Go east on SR 528 to exit 1 (International Drive)

4. Go north (right) approximately one mile to Convention Center

5. The West Building parking lot can be accessed by turning left at either Convention Way (south entrance) or at Exhibit Way (north entrance)

6. The North/South Building parking lot can be accessed by turning right at the South Concourse sign or continuing north on International Drive and turning right onto Convention Way and following to Universal Boulevard, turn right onto Universal Boulevard.

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Frightful Fun at the Haunted Mansion

TOIL & TROUBLE: Cruella De Vil the villain who coveted coats in Disney's "One Hundred and One Dalmatians," and The Wicked Queen (right) the jealous temptress from Disney's "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs," conjure some frightful fun in front of The Haunted Mansion at the Magic Kingdom in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Just in time for Halloween 2007, the classic Walt Disney World attraction has been refurbished with new show scenes, enhanced sound and new visual effects. Some fun facts about Cruella and The Queen: both are on the American Film Institute's (AFI) list of "Top 100 Heroes and Villains" of All-Time (Cruella comes in at #39 and the Queen is ranked #10) -- and, Cruella placed #14 on the 2005 "Forbes Fictional 15" list -- the magazine's annual, lighthearted rankings of fictional characters' financial net worth -- with a "Forbes"-estimated fortune of $1 billion.
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Central Florida International Auto Show

Orange County Convention Center

West Concourse9800 International DriveOrlando, FL 32819

Tel # 407.685.9800

HOURS: hursday12 noon - 10 pmFriday & Saturday10 am - 10 pmSunday10 am - 7 pm

CASH-ONLYGATE ADMISSION PRICES: Adults (13 & over) $9.00Senior Citizens (62 & over) $5.00Military (w/ID) $5.00Students (w/ID) $5.00Children (7 - 12) $3.00*Children (6 & under)

FREE *Kids Day is Sunday, November 18!

The fee for parking at the OCCC is $6.00 per car per entry and $10.00 for oversized vehicles, i.e. buses, per entry.

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Restaurants near Orlando Convention Center

Anheuser-Busch Entertainment

Headquarters of Anheuser-Busch Entertainment Division to Join five of the Company’s 10 Theme Parks in Central Florida. Busch Entertainment Corporation, the family entertainment division of Anheuser-Busch Companies, will move its corporate headquarters from St. Louis to Central Florida, home to four of the company’s nine theme parks. The transition to Orlando is scheduled for completion by July 2008.

BEC is one of the nation’s most prominent theme park operators, with 26,000 employees, $1.25 billion in revenue and operations in five states.

Also announced today were several shifts among the company’s top managers. BEC Chairman of the Board and President Keith M. Kasen will assume the newly created role of BEC Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer. Kasen will remain in St. Louis and oversee the company’s expansion initiatives.

Promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer was SeaWorld Orlando General Manager Jim Atchison. Atchison will lead the company’s domestic operations, which include SeaWorld parks in Orlando, San Diego and San Antonio; Busch Gardens parks in Tampa, Fla. and Williamsburg, Va.; Discovery Cove in Orlando; Sesame Place in Langhorne, Pa.; and three water parks: Adventure Island in Tampa, Water Country USA in Williamsburg and Aquatica, SeaWorld’s water park, which is scheduled to open in Orlando in spring 2008.

Atchison’s replacement at SeaWorld Orlando will be announced within the next week.

“Moving our headquarters allows us to exploit the considerable opportunities and synergies offered by Central Florida, one of the world’s premier family travel destinations,” Atchison said. “Basing our operations in Orlando will make BEC more efficient and allow us to deliver greater experiences to our guests and greater value to Anheuser-Busch shareholders.”

No location for BEC’s new Orlando headquarters has yet been selected. Orlando Florida

Downtown Orlando Area Hotels

Orlando Marriott - Across the Bob Carr Performing Arts and the Amway ArenaLexington Orlando Hotel - High level of service, amenities and style await you...Courtyard Orlando -Your best lodging alternative near Bob Carr Performing Arts.

Orlando Vacations

Book your Sea World Orlando Package including hotel, tickets to Sea World and dinner with Shamu for only $229.00
Take advantage of the Sea World Fun Card - Florida residents --- Enjoy unlimited admission to Sea World for only $64.95 Adults / $63.95 Children (3-9) through December 31, 2007.
Dine with Shamu is better than ever! Enjoy a once in a lifetime water-side dining experience with SeaWorld's biggest star Shamu and you.
Save on Sea World Tickets
Save on Orlando Flex Tickets with unlimited admission to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, Sea World, Wet 'n Wild and Busch Gardens plus FREE admission to Universal Studios City Walk.
While in Sea World don't miss Discovery Cove:
Swim with the dolphins at Discovery Cove and go one-on-one with stingray's and other fascinating sea animals.

Orlando Florida

There’s a reason why nearly 50 million travelers visit Orlando, Florida each year. While other domestic vacation destinations specifically cater to skiers, sunbathers, history buffs or high rollers, Orlando offers something that travelers of all ages can enjoy.
Since Walt Disney World opened in 1971, theme parks have been the main attraction in Orlando, Florida. If you haven’t been to Orlando since the early days of Disney, it’s a whole new world now. The Walt Disney World Resort encompasses four different theme parks—Magic Kingdom, with its iconic Cinderella Castle; EPCOT; Disney-MGM Studios; and Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Nearby Downtown Disney offers Cirque du Soleil performances, concerts, movies, indoor gaming, nightclubs and theme restaurants. And if that isn’t enough, there are two water parks and a wide variety of hotels and resorts on Disney property.

Walt Disney Maingate Hotels / Kissimmee Area Hotels

Suites at Old Town - 1 and 2 bedroom suites * FREE shuttle to Magic Kingdom
Radisson WorldGate 4 days for $169.00 includes hotel, Disney tickets, dinner...
Seralago Hotel - Suites from $75.00. Lowest price guaranteed!
Mike Ditka Resorts: Lighthouse Key Resort & Spa – Luxury villas from $169 Mike Ditka Resorts:
Runaway Beach 1 to 3 bedroom family condos near Disney Orlando Sun Resort - Hotel near Disney World. Completely renovated.
Radisson Resort - Best hotel in Orlando! Rates from $79.00. Kids Eat FREE Meridian Orlando Hotel - Discount hotel rates from $69.00 * Renovated rooms
Meridian Palms Boutique Hotel - FREE breakfast and shuttle to Magic Kingdom Disney Universal Area Vacation Homes - Homes & Condos from $79.00. Knights Inn - Cheap rates in Orlando hotels! FREE breakfast and transfers.
Orlando Events

Are there discount tickets (senior citizen, Florida Resident, military or coupons) for Disney?

There are no coupons for Walt Disney World Tickets, this includes senior citizen discounts; however, military discounts are available for purchase at the Shades of Green Resort near the Magic Kingdom Park (for military personnel only). Some Advanced Purchase Savings may be available for certain ticket types on-line, or at AAA locations outside of Florida. If a guest is in market, they may be able to buy tickets for a discount at Florida AAA locations and at some Guest Service companies. Another discount option would be available via Timeshare tours, whereby you visit the resorts on a tour and are gifted tickets for spending your time with them.
Florida Residents are eligible for the following:
Florida Residents receive a 10% savings on the purchase of a 1- Day Magic Your Way Base Ticket. They may also add the Park Hopper Option for $15. ($40 is the regular price).
Florida Residents can purchase a 3-Day Play Pass – one day free with the purchase of a 2-day ticket. Three days for the price of 2-$120 (2-day non-resident ticket plus 3rd day free. This ticket expires 6 months from first use). The No Expiration Option is available for $15, the Park Hopper Option is available for $22.50 and the Water Park Fun & More Option is available for $25 (gives the Guest 3 options).

Florida Residents can purchase 4,5,6 and 7-day tickets and receive on day free with the purchase of a multi-day ticket. The ticket expires 14 days from the first use and the No Expiration Option is available for an additional fee. Disney Tickets

Radisson Worldgate Resort

Four fabulous days at the beautiful Radisson WorldGate Resort for only $169.00 for 2 people(regular price $753.00).
One Breakfast Buffet.
Plus TWO Touch of Magic Walt Disney World Tickets good for two visits to either Magic Kingdom, MGM Studios, EPCOT or Animal Kingdom Park.
Complimentary shuttle service to the Walt Disney World Resort, Sea World Orlando and Universal Orlando.
Plus TWO one day admission to any Disney Water Park.
Plus TWO tickets to Arabian Nights Dinner Theater Show! (for a limited time only!)
Want more days? Not a problem! Additional nights are available for only $79.00.
That's a $753.00 value for only $169.00 + taxAdd an extra night for only an additional $79.00Call Toll FREE 1-866-705-7676 Direct: 407-396-1400 Ext. 600Ask for Promo Code OE1 Our Reservation Experts are available to assist you Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 6:00pm ESTSaturday: 8:30am - 5:30pm EST24 hours via Radisson Reservations

How do the entitlements work on the Disney’s Magic Your Way Tickets?

Guests decide how many (base) days they will spend at Disney and then decide on how they want to spend that allotted time. If they wish to stay within one park for each day, then they will just purchase base days. If they wish to go freely between all parks on the same day, then they may add on the Park Hopper Option. If the Guests would like to go to our water parks, DisneyQuest Indoor Interactive Theme Park, or Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex they may add the Water Park Fun & More Option to give them a certain number of visits based on the number of theme park days they purchased (i.e. 1,2 and 3 base days = 2 visits. 4 or 5 base days = 3 visits. 6 base days = 4 visits. 7 base days = 5 visits. All ticket entitlements will expire 14 days from first date of use, unless the No Expiration Option is added for a nominal fee. (Note: Numerous base day tickets cannot be used on the same day as a Park Hopper Option, The Park Hopper Option must be purchased.) Orlando Florida

What is Disney’s Fastpass Service; how does it work and what is the cost?

Disney’s Fastpass Service is a guest enhancement at the Walt Disney World Resort, which offers guests an alternative to waiting in lines for many of the most-popular attractions. There is no additional charge to use Disney’s Fastpass Service.

Here’s how it works:

The Guest visits any attraction offering Disney’s Fastpass Service. Here, the guest has the options of waiting in the regular standby line or choosing Disney’s Fastpass Service.

If the Disney’s Fastpass Service option is chosen, a guest inserts his or her theme park ticket into the FASTPASS machine. Out comes the Disney’s Fastpass Service Ticket denoting when to return to the attraction. Holders of Disney’s Fastpass Service Tickets are given a one-hour window for their return—for example, 10:05 – 11:05 a.m. That means the guest cannot enter the attraction using Disney’s Fastpass Service before 10:05 but is free to return at any time during the designated one-hour window.

Upon returning at the designated time, the guest heads straight for the Disney’s Fastpass Service entrance and proceeds directly to the attraction pre-show or boarding area with little or no wait.

Guests are able to get several Disney’s Fastpass Service Tickets during a day in the Disney Theme Parks. However, they cannot immediately obtain multiple Disney’s Fastpass Service Tickets. How often can they get one? While the answer varies, it is printed on the guest’s current Disney’s Fastpass Service Ticket. (Usually 2-Hrs.)
Disney’s Fastpass Service (Short answer from information Bulletin)
To use Disney’s Fastpass Service, guests insert their park ticket into the Disney’s Fastpass Service turnstile and get a Disney’s Fastpass Service ticket that provides a window of time during which they can return to experience the attraction. When they return during a specific time period, the guests enter the Disney’s Fastpass Service Return queue and go directly to the attraction pre-show or boarding area with little or no further wait. Guests can use Disney’s Fastpass Service service at select attractions at all four Disney Theme Parks. There is no additional charge to use the Disney’s Fastpass Service. Disney’s Fastpass Service attractions, dates, and times offered are subject to change without notice.
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What are the important Disney phone numbers to remember?

(407) 824-4321 - General info for guests or guest services to call
(407) 824-2222 - Guest Service/Timeshare Clients may also dial the WDW Operator for more specific connections within the Walt Disney World Resort
(407) 566-7271 ext. 3000 – Florida Tourist Sales Guest Service Hotline
(407) 939-3463 [407-WDW-DINE] – may be called for all dining purposes
(407) 939-7529 [407-WDW PLAY] – WDW Recreation
(407) 939-4653 [407-WDW-GOLF] – WDW Golf Courses
(407 939-8687 [407-WDW-TOUR] – WDW Tours
(407) 939-2277 [407-WDW-BASS] WDW Fishing Excursions
(407) 939-7433 [407-WDW-RIDE] – General information for Disney Transportation
(407) 939-1500 Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex Box Office / Event Info
(407) 839-3900 – Ticketmaster
(407) 827-8326 All Star Sports Cafe Disney’s Wide World of Sports Complex
(407) 939-26483 [407-WDW-2NITE] – Downtown Disney area information
(407) 298-4488 – AMC Theatres Complex
(407) 934-2583 [(407) 934-BLUE] – House of Blues Downtown Disney area
(407) 938-6253 – DisneyQuest Indoor Interactive Theme Park
(407) 939-2477 [(407)-WDW-CIRQUE] La Nouba by Cirque du Soleil
1-800-BE-PETTY – Richard Petty Driving Experience
Hotel Reservations

No Pumpkin required

One of the most magical nights of the year, New Year’s Eve, will be celebrated in royal style Dec. 31, 2008 by a Year of a Million Dreams winner inside the Cinderella Castle Suite at Walt Disney World Resort. The dream-filled evening promises to be a fairy tale-setting in the heart of the Magic Kingdom park. Pictured: a photo illustration of the Cinderella Castle clock striking midnight as fireworks fill the sky above the Magic Kingdom in Florida. Orlando Hotels

Intergalactic Bead & Jewelery Show

Come join us in celebrating the:
Intergalactic Bead & Jewelry Show
Maitland, FL
At the
Maitland Civic Center - Auditorium
641 S. Maitland AvenueMaitland, FL 32751
Sat & Sun October 27-28, 2007
10am-5pm both days

Admission: $5.00 Sat $4.00 Sun & Children 12 and under are free

Join us and participate in one of the hottest new hobbies invading Orlando. Intergalactic Bead and Jewelry Shows brings you 25artisans and exhibitors from over 15 states with tables upon tables of beads, jewelry, and beading supplies. Whether you’re a beginning beader or a seasoned jewelry designer, the Intergalactic Bead & Jewelry show has something for everyone! Take one of the many exciting classes offered at our shows and learn new techniques to make beautiful, handcrafted jewelry.

The exhibitors present a wide range of precious and semi-precious gemstone beads, sterling silver, unique findings, fabulous freshwater pearls, amazing hand blown glass beads, vintage beads, crystals, delicas and much more….

If it’s bead related, you will find it at Intergalactic Bead and Jewelry Shows.

We will be offering attendees ten different classes to choose from so beaders can learn skills such as how to work with precious metal clay, wire wrapping, and adding lampwork glass beads to their designs. Please visit our website www.BeadShows.com for a detailed list of class descriptions, directions, and a discount admission coupon to the show or call 888-729-6904. If I can provide additional information for features or free show passes please do not hesitate to contact me. Hotel Reservations

Sheraton Vistana Resort

“Save 25% off nightly rates!”
Enjoy your Orlando vacation at this villa resort! Each one or two-bedroom vacation villa at the Sheraton Vistana Resort is spacious, comfortable and fully furnished! The lush, tropical, park-like setting of Sheraton Vistana Resort is the perfect place for an unforgettable vacation. It is conveniently located to all major theme parks and attractions, including Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, EPCOT Center, and MGM. Also, just minutes away from Sea World, Universal Studios and Island's of Adventures!

Enjoy these additional specials at the Sheraton Vistana Resort when you book with Travelworm
20% discount at any food and beverage outlets (dine in only)
10% off at the General Store (regular price merchandise only)
One complimentary round of mini-golf for one person

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A Land Remembered at Rosen Shingle Creek

A legendary Orlando steakhouse named after Patrick Smith's rich novel featuring Florida's historical moments and landscapes. Serving a variety of cuisine and accompanying wine list as succulent and filling as its namesake. Proudly serving Harris Ranch all Natural Prime Black Angus Beef, as well as menu items catering to all tastes. Located in the Golf Clubhouse. Open nightly for dinner. We tried the Angel City Oysters, Ahi Tuna, Lobster Bisque, Pine Island Greens, Bone-In Ribeye Steak and Lamb and our wine selection was Osborne Senorio Del Cid from Spain. Our overall experience was great, we were greeted by happy smiles and top service was provided by server Donald. This restaurant is a must on your list to try, it is now on OE's favorite list. For more details click here A Land Remembered