White Sand Beaches in Florida

Why are the beaches in Destin white? Did you know only a few select beaches in the world have the same sugar white sand? In fact there are only a few select white sand beaches in Florida. The sand found today in the Florida Panhandle (Pensacola Beach, Destin, & Panama City Beach) is originated millions of years ago from the Appalachian Mountains. The beaches in Desitn and the Emerald Coast have gone thousands of years without the influence of silt bearing rivers, which is a pretty unique situation. The average beaches consists of over 20 types of materials and the white beaches in Florida only consist of one! The material that makes these beaches the best in the country is fine even sized grains of quartz and because of it's reflective nature it makes the white beaches cool! This means Destin and the few other select white beaches in Florida are extremely rare and that means you must plan a trip to the beach see them for yourself! The best way to see the beaches is to stay right on them. Be sure to visit this link for Desitn Vacation Deals. If you are looking for the most affordable way to see the white beaches of Florida than check out Cheap Destin Hotels. Enjoy the white sand beaches in Florida!

Jumeirah Hotels

Jumeirah is an international luxury hotel chain and part of Dubai Holding, which is owned by the Dubai Government. It is named after Jumeirah.Jumeirah's portfolio includings the Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Emirates Towers, the third-highest hotel in the world. It also manages the Wild Wadi Water Park and runs both The Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management and Jumeirah Hospitality. Whilst the majority of Jumeirah's hotels are based in Dubai, they are expanding aggressively overseas. As at February 2007, it has two properties in England and one in the United States. It also has hotels in development in Bermuda, China, Jordan, Qatar, Thailand and the United Kingdom.

Universal CityWalk Meal and a Movie Deal

Enjoy dinner and a movie at one of the hottest night spots in Orlando—Universal CityWalk. With the Universal CityWalk Meal and a Movie Deal, guests can enjoy a meal at one of CityWalk’s most popular restaurants plus one movie ticket at the Universal Cineplex for only $21.95 per person. Gratuity is even included, so there is no better time than now to make a date for Universal CityWalk.

Participating restaurants include Bob Marley – A Tribute to Freedom, Latin Quarter, Fusion Bistro Sushi & Sake Bar, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, NASCAR Cafe Orlando, NBA City Restaurant, Pastamoré Italian Restaurant and Pat O'Brien's® - Orlando.

Guests may purchase their Universal CityWalk Meal and Movie Deal tickets at the CityWalk Guest Services Ticket Window and all Destination Universal locations. Guests must present the dinner tickets when they order their meal for the tickets to be redeemed. For reservations and additional information call 407-363-8000.

Ten Best Holiday Movies

1. Rudolph, the Red Nosed Reindeer

2. Elf

3. Scrooged

4. It’s a Wonderful Life

5. Christmas Vacation

6. How the Grinch Stole Christmas

7. A Charlie Brown Christmas

8. The Ref

9. A Christmas Story

10. Home Alone

Experience International Culinary Arts While Staying at SpringHill Suites Orlando Lake Buena Vista in the Marriott Village

Visit The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival while staying at the SpringHill Suites Orlando Lake Buena Vista, FL hotel. Sample food, wine and beer from around the world; and attend culinary events, sophisticated parties and live musical entertainment at Epcot Theme Park on the World Showcase Promenade from October 1 through November 14, 2010.

Take Orlando dining to a new level when you sample international cuisine, learn techniques from renowned chefs and more:

· Marketplaces & Promenade – Indulge in regional specialties from 25 kiosks serving delicacies from six continents.

· Eat to the Beat! Concert Series – Enjoy a musical lineup of rock, soul, R&B, jazz and more with performances from Taylor Dane, Billy Ocean and 38 Special.

· Seminars & Demonstrations – Learn secret cooking techniques and how to incorporate fresh ingredients into your own dishes.

· Special Festival Experiences – Taste wines and beers while listening to discussions led by guest winemakers and chefs.

· Festival Welcome Center – Plan your day, shop for festival souvenirs and attend book signings and wine seminars at the welcome center.

An official Walt Disney World Good Neighbor® Hotel, our extraordinary Lake Buena Vista suites offer 25% more space than traditional Orlando area hotel rooms. Continental breakfast, high speed Internet access, and on-site parking are complimentary at this acclaimed Lake Buena Vista, FL hotel, while large guest rooms provide amenities that reflect the comforts of home. Splash in the spectacular outdoor swimming pool or relax in the whirlpool. Boasting a variety of dining options, the Village Food Court at this Walt Disney World Good Neighbor® Hotel offers ice cream, pizza, and sandwiches. Enjoy convenient access to many nearby attractions, including Walt Disney World® Resort, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, and Discovery Cove. Indulge in spacious studio suites perfect for an extended Orlando family vacation at Springhill Suites Lake Buena Vista, FL.

Caramel at Epcot

The makers of Werther’s® Original® Caramels, will celebrate the grand opening of their first and only freestanding retail location in the world, located in the Germany Pavilion of the World Showcase at Epcot®.

The Karamell-Küche provides visitors with the delectable taste of Werther’s signature caramel fresh off the stove, paired with a wide range of treats like caramel popcorn, caramel-covered apples and caramel-dipped strawberries. German Caramel chefs create and serve these homemade confections right in front of you.

“The best part about the Karamell-Küche is that we get to share the story of Werther’s and how it all started in Germany, and came to the United States,” said Jannis Huntgeburth, Karamell-Küche caramel chef from Göttingen, Germany. “I love to connect with customers through our story, and even more, I enjoy creating delicious treats like my favorite, caramel-dipped strawberries, that are a customer favorite.”

The shop models itself after an old-world, German caramel kitchen, leaving visitors feeling as though they have gone back in time. Inside Karamell-Küche, customers will find a wide range of tasty treats —brownies, cookies, and fudge made fresh daily, as well as specialty and giftable merchandise that can only be found at the Karamell-Küche at Epcot®. Choose from a host of mouthwatering goodies being displayed, or opt to indulge in a Werther’s caramel creation made fresh right in front of you. If you aren’t able to make it to Epcot® in Lake Buena Vista, FL, we invite you to prepare a special caramel treat in your own home. Below is the Werther’s Funny Face Caramel Apple recipe to help you bring the delight of Karamell-Küche to your own family’s kitchen.

Werther’s® Original® Funny Face Caramel Apples

Ingredients:
75 pieces (approx 16.5oz) Werther’s Original Chewy Caramels, unwrapped
2 ounces Werther’s Original Caramel Chocolates Dark Cream, unwrapped
2 ounces Werther’s Original Caramel Chocolates Milk, unwrapped
6 medium-size Granny Smith apples
6 popsicle sticks
2 ounces assorted candies and caramel popcorn
2 tablespoons evaporated milk

Directions:

Wash and dry apples. Insert one popsicle stick in the core of each apple.

Place unwrapped caramels and evaporated milk in stainless steel melting bowl or a 1-quart microwave safe bowl. Microwave on high, stirring every 30-45 seconds until fully melted and smooth, about 2 minutes. If using a stainless steel bowl, heat over very low heat, stirring frequently.

Carefully dip each apple in the melted caramel, using a spoon to cover. The caramel thickens as it cools so it is best to work quickly. If necessary, return the caramel to the microwave for 30 seconds at a time to return it to dipping consistency.

Place apples on wax paper-lined cookie sheet. Meanwhile, place unwrapped Caramel Dark Cream Chocolates into a small microwave-safe bowl and microwave on 80% heat setting, stirring every 30 seconds until melted, about 60 seconds. Repeat with Caramel Milk Chocolate. Be careful not to burn chocolate.

Apply chocolate and candies as pictured to finish off Funny Face Caramel Apples! Serves six. For more information, or to find more caramel recipes, visit www.caramelfest.com.

Shangri-La Hotels

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts currently owns and manages 66 hotels under the Shangri-La and Traders brands with a rooms inventory of over 30,000. Shangri-La hotels are five-star deluxe properties featuring extensive luxury facilities and services. Shangri-La hotels are located in Australia, Canada, China (Hong Kong), Fiji, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Maldives, Philippines, Singapore, Oman, Taiwan, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates.
Shangri-La's first property was the Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore which opened in 1971. The hotel's 15 acres (61,000 m2) of landscaped gardens, luxuriously appointed guest rooms and characteristic Asian style set standards which continue to guide the group's design features.

SeaWorld and National Geographic Turn Shark Encounter Into A Virtual Classroom

Today, SeaWorld Orlando became a virtual classroom as more than 157,000 students from more than 3,500 schools from across the nation, including more than 100 in Florida, interacted with a National Geographic filmmaker and a SeaWorld shark expert. The live webcast and Q-and-A session took place in front of a backdrop of dozens of sharks at the park’s Shark Encounter attraction.

The “virtual assembly” was an opportunity for students to expand their knowledge of wildlife, science and filmmaking with famed National Geographic filmmaker Andy Casagrande. His passion for wildlife has taken him around the world to capture the lives and movements of some of the planet’s most fascinating creatures including sharks.

The SeaWorld assembly is part of National Geographic’s “The Great Migrations Education Initiative” which provides schools with an online educational hub that includes classroom materials and resources such as lesson plans, activities, projects and video clips. The series “Great Migrations” premieres Nov. 7, 2010 on the National Geographic Channel and chronicles epic migrations of animals including sharks.

SeaWorld's "Shark Encounter" plunges guests into the underwater realm of spine-chilling denizens of the deep, including eels, barracuda, venomous fish, and sharks. The highlight of the attraction is a 60-foot shark tunnel that runs through a 600,000 gallon aquarium surrounding visitors with more than 30 sharks, including sand tiger, nurse and brown sharks.

Emeril’s Tchoup Chop Now Open For Sunday Brunch

Kick up your weekend at Emeril’s Tchoup Chop with a new three-course Sunday Brunch menu served from 10:30 am - 2:00 pm beginning October 3.

Tchoup Chop’s chef de cuisine Greg Richie sources the best local ingredients from Florida’s coast and regional growers for the new three-course Sunday Brunch menu. The prix-fixe menu offers a choice of sunrise starters, soups or salads, and entrées – with the menu’s price determined by the guest’s entrée selection ($22 – 28).

To begin, one may choose Crispy “Quiche” Eggrolls with smoked bacon, egg and cheddar, House Made Granola and Vanilla Yogurt, or Wasabi Cured Gravlox.

Guests then select from one of Tchoup Chop’s signature soups and salads – Tchoup Chop Salad, Miso Soup or Roasted Kabocha Squash Bisque.

For the main course, brunch dishes include Brioche French Toast with fresh berries and passion fruit coulis, an Asian twist on Eggs Benedict made with fried rice cakes and Sriracha hollandaise, plus a Hawaiian island favorite “Loko Moko” – grilled house made meatloaf on Spam fried rice topped with a fried egg.

Also on the menu, Crispy Crab Cake Sandwich with Asian spiced aioli and Emeril’s Red Marble Petite Filet Mignon with wild mushroom pan gravy, and Pan Seared Salmon in a Thai spiced noodle bowl.

Tchoup Chop serves a special meal for children 12 and under – the Keiki Brunch Box ($13) – which includes three fun-to-eat selections – fresh fruit and berries with whipped cream, a crispy breakfast eggroll and French toast with maple syrup.

Tchoup Chop’s main bar and outdoor tiki bar serves up hand crafted sunrise cocktails including Mai Tais ($4), Mimosas ($4), Bloody Marys ($4) or the perfect wine from among more than 40 seasonal selections available by the glass from the award winning wine list.

“Whether you’re looking for a relaxing weekend meal or a traveler in need of fuel for the rest of the day, we’ve created a Sunday brunch that can be tailored to everyone’s taste and budget,” said Jeff Wakem, general manager, Emeril’s Tchoup Chop. “To complete your escape, we feature live island music, a gorgeous outdoor dining area and handmade tropical cocktails.”

To make a brunch, lunch or dinner reservation, please call 407-503-2467 or visit emerils.com.

Free valet parking is available at Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando via the PacificaBallroom entrance, 6300 Hollywood Way.

Emeril’s Tchoup Chop Three-Course Sunday Brunch Menu

(Price of Entrée includes choice of First & Second Courses)

First Course

(choice of one)

Fresh Fruit and Berries with Ginger Whipped Cream

Wasabi Cured Gravlox and Toast Points with Traditional Garnishes

House Made Granola and Vanilla Yogurt

Soy Marinated Chicken and Vegetable Summer Roll

Warm Apple and Cream Cheese Strudel

Combination Sushi Rolls – Half Spicy Tuna, Half California Style Roll

Crispy “Quiche” Eggrolls – Smoked Bacon, Egg and Cheddar Filling

Second Course

(choice of one)

Miso Soup with Wakame, Udon Noodles and Tofu

Roasted Kabocha Squash Bisque with Cinnamon Crème Fraiche

Tchoup Chop Salad – Orange Supremes, Candied Pecans, Creamy Soy Dressing

Roasted Red and Gold Beets and Fried Goat Cheese Salad

Entrees

(choice of one)

Brioche French Toast with Berries, Passion Fruit Coulis and Maple Syrup $22

Eggs Benedict – Poached Eggs on Fried Rice Cakes with Sriracha Hollandaise $25

“Loko Moko” - Grilled Meatloaf on Spam Fried Rice, Topped with a Fried Egg $27

Kahlua Chicken Flatbread with Tomatoes, and Pepper Jack Cheese $23

Grilled Angus Hamburger with French Fries $24

Omelet Filled with Asian Rice Noodles, Wild Mushrooms and Shoyu Chicken $22

Crispy Crab Cake Sandwich – Asian Spiced Aioli, Tomato and Romaine $28

Emeril’s Red Marble Petite Filet Mignon with Wild Mushroom Pan Gravy $33

Pan Seared Salmon in a Thai Spiced Noodle Bowl $26

Emeril’s Tchoup Chop Keiki Brunch Box

(For Children 12 and Under)

$13

Fresh Fruit and Berries with Whipped Cream

Crispy Breakfast Eggroll

French Toast with Maple Syrup

Lánchíd 19 **** Budapest

Named after Budapest’s famed “Chain Bridge” which that spans the Danube, Lánchíd 19 **** hotel is a contemporary highlight in a neighborhood of predominantly 19th century architecture. This contrast denotes the evolving character of Budapest, one which celebrates both past and future. In the evenings the moveable accordion-like glass façade of the design hotel transforms into eye-catching figures setting the tone for an intimate welcome. Detail definitely reins supreme here: a diver morphing into wavelets on the façade, archaeological remains of a water tower below stairs, overhead glass suspension bridges holding sandblasted fingerprints, uniform made by award-winning Hungarian fashion designers on the hotel staff. The first design hotelsTM member of Hungary provides guests with a unique atmosphere of inventive modernity.

Location
The four-star hotel is situated at the feet of the Buda Royal Castle is near the city-centre and a stone’s throw from Lánchíd (Chain Bridge), taking travelers to the Pest-side downtown of central business and shopping districts. The Danube’s view is fascinating, encompassing Margaret Island as well as the Pest riverbank, and imagine, all these while sitting in your bathtub in a panorama suite. The other side of the hotel provides an equally stunning view, facing the Buda Royal Castle, a member of the UNESCO World Heritage. 

Rooms:
Lánchíd 19 **** design hotel in Budapest offers 45 rooms and 3 suites of minimalist style, complemented by unique design objects. Every room is equipped with air conditioning, free internet access, a flat-screen, internet-connected TV set featuring international channels, telephone, minibar and safe deposit (as basic room fittings).

  Services:
* Free wifi throughout the hotel
* L19 restaurant and terrace
* Lobby bar
* 3 meeting rooms
* Room service
* Business services
* Luggage storage
* Dry-cleaning
* Car rental
* Cab ordering
* Airport transfer
* Cultural program offers

Top 20 Orlando Florida restaurants

Even if they are trying to be cost conscious, most travelers want to have at least one memorable dining experience during their vacation. From ethnic cuisine to fresh seafood, and low-key casual to live entertainment, there are plenty of places to choose from on Orlandoescape.com’s list of the Top 20 Orlando Florida restaurants.

The Top 20 Orlando Florida restaurants list represents the main hot spots for fine dining in Orlando: Walt Disney World resort, Universal Orlando resort, International Drive area plus several of the resort hotels in the Orlando area. Other choices include the Arabian Nights Dinner Show and the Makahiki Luau Dinner Show at SeaWorld Orlando, which feature live entertainment and a multi-course meal.

Of course, eating a meal in Orlando doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Orlando vacation rentals make it possible for anyone to enjoy a home cooked meal while on vacation, and there are a number of fast food restaurants throughout the Orlando area—including the world’s largest McDonald’s, which is shaped like an oversized bag of French fries and is prominently located on I-Drive.

Also view the list of restaurants in the famous Restaurant Row in Orlando Florida

Commuter Parking Packages

Bewley's Hotel Dublin Airport has recently launched a 5 day long term car parking commuter package.

From just €20 per week, commuters can avail of up to 5 days car parking in our long term car park close to Dublin Airport and complimentary airport transfer.
The airport shuttle service runs every 15-20minutes meaning that you will be on time for your flight.

To book this offer you simply log on to:
http://www.bewleyshotels.com/parking

Click 'Book Now', enter promo code 'commuter' and select your dates.

This offer is valid from Sunday-Friday and for up to 5 days.
Subject to availability, terms and conditions apply.

Commuter Parking Packages

Bewley's Hotel Dublin Airport has recently launched a 5 day long term car parking commuter package.

From just €20 per week, commuters can avail of up to 5 days car parking in our long term car park close to Dublin Airport and complimentary airport transfer.
The airport shuttle service runs every 15-20minutes meaning that you will be on time for your flight.

To book this offer you simply log on to:
http://www.bewleyshotels.com/parking

Click 'Book Now', enter promo code 'commuter' and select your dates.

This offer is valid from Sunday-Friday and for up to 5 days.
Subject to availability, terms and conditions apply.

Stratosphere Hotel

Description:
A wide range of services are offered to each Stratosphere hotel guest. There is 24-hour room service with a huge selection of food and drinks for every appetite. A fitness center is located on the premises to help guests maintain their fitness routines. Services ranging from car rentals to dry cleaning are offered through Guest Services. Business needs such as faxing and next day delivery are offered through Business Services.

Facilities:

The Stratosphere provides many amenities for our guests' comfort. Please roll over the links below for more details. SWIMMING POOL Opened on June 22, 2001 as part of the $75 million tower expansion project, the 67,000 square-foot resort pool and recreation deck located on the eighth floor of the new tower. In addition to the spacious swimming pool, the deck features an oversize spa, a waterfall, private cabanas and a special events area. There is also a poolside café, a full-service bar and a shop for poolside accessories. Recreational programs are conducted in the summer. POOLSIDE FITNESS FACILITY If vacation means letting everything go (except your body), then our Fitness Facility is for you! Get a great workout away from home with our multiple treadmills, stationary bikes and free weights. SALON/SPA Get ready to be pampered! The ultimate in health and relaxation has made its way to the Stratosphere. Roni Josef International Salon & Spa has joined our family of unique services and amenities. Located in the Tower Shops Retail Mall, Roni Josef offers massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, designer hair cuts and styling, makeover consultation and a variety of other treatments. Take some time out to soothe your body, calm your senses and immerse yourself in indulgence. Visit the Roni Josef International Salon & Spa at the Stratosphere! LAUNDRY Need to pack light? No problem. Our laundry and dry cleaning services allow you to get the most use out of the clothes you bring. If you would like us to do your laundry or dry cleaning, a bag is provided in your room, which can be picked up and delivered the same day. Or, if you would prefer, we have coin-operated, self-service washers and dryers on the 6th floor. BUSINESS CENTER Just because your Las Vegas agenda includes early-morning business meetings instead of all-night club hopping doesn’t mean you can’t have a productive trip. Here at the Stratosphere, we cater to our business-minded guests by providing all the resources you need to keep things running back at your home office. Our Business Center is located in the Hotel Lobby and offers faxing and copying capabilities, as well as gift certificates and shipping services. A postage machine is located in our Tour & Travel Lobby. These services are available from 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Sunday through Thursday and 7 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. on Friday & Saturday.

Location:
Centrally located, Stratosphere Las Vegas is at the top of the Las Vegas Strip and the closest Strip property to Downtown Las Vegas and the Fremont Street Experience. We are just 1.3 miles from the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Holiday Inn Main Gate East Honors all Veterans for Veteran’s Day!

World War 1-known at the time as “The Great War”-officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, in the Palace of Versailles outside the town of Versailles, France. However, fighting ceased seven months earlier when an armistice or temporary cessation of hostilities, between the Allied nations and Germany went into effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. For that reason, November 11, 1918, is generally regarded as the end of “the war to end all wars.”

In November 1919, President Wilson proclaimed November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day with the following words: “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations…”
Holiday Inn Main Gate East, located just 2.5 miles from the main entrance to the Walt Disney World® Theme parks, and is a favorite choice for Veterans that bring the entire family. The 444-room, full service hotel features two high-rise towers with interior corridors, Italian tile throughout and most rooms with private furnished balconies. All rooms boost colorful and stylish triple-sheeted beds, granite countertops and high speed internet. Kids love the kid suites and all the extra amenities the hotel offers like the kid’s theater, kid’s playground, kid’s swimming pool, kids and a large interactive game room for the entire family to enjoy. Be sure to visit Chianti’s lobby lounge with indoor and poolside seating.

In honor of our Veteran’s the Holiday Inn Main Gate East is offering a special deal! Stay 3 nights and only pay for 2! Now that’s a great savings. For reservations please call 800.327.1128 or book now at Holiday Inn Main Gate East Hotel Reservations

Flamingo Hotel and Casino Las Vegas

The Flamingo Las Vegas is a hotel casino located on the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, Nevada and is owned and operated by Harrah's Entertainment. The property offers a 7,200 m2 casino along with 3,626 hotel rooms. The 15 acres site's architectural theme is reminiscent of the Art Deco and Streamline Moderne style of Miami and South Beach, with the central outdoor area housing an exhibit of flamingos as part of a wildlife habitat. It was the home of penguins, but they have since been moved to the Dallas Zoo. It was the third resort to open on the Strip. It is the oldest resort on the Strip still in operation today.

 

Want to know the top 10 Sports betting books?

Are you familiar with sports betting? Honestly, I just knew about this, just today. The definition of a sports betting is just like a gambling. It is a way of predicting the results of a certain game.


The good news of this one is that there is already a sports betting online in which you can bet as much as you want online. However, most of the sports bets are put during unlawful bookmarking

Orlando car rental deals

If your next visit to Orlando involves side trips to the beach or a wide variety of Central Florida attractions, renting a vehicle can be the most cost effective means of transportation. If renting a car is part of your travel budget, Orlandoescape.com’s listing of Orlando car rental deals will help travelers find the most affordable way to explore Orlando and other Florida destinations on four wheels.

From economy sized vehicles to minivans, just enter your pick up location and let Orlandoescape.com provide you with the best rates with well-known car rental companies like Alamo, Thrifty, Dollar Car Rental and more. Travelers can get the best deals by booking online, and there are a variety of weekly discounts and package deals with participating airlines to choose from.

To fully experience everything that Central Florida has to offer, nothing offers more flexibility than a rental car, but renting a vehicle doesn’t have to break the bank. Before finalizing your vacation plans to Orlando, be sure to check out the Orlando car rental deals page to find out how you can get even more savings.

The Hilton Hawaiian Village

The Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort and Spa, formerly the Kaiser Hawaiian Village Hotel, is a popular hotel in the Waikiki area of the City and County of Honolulu, Hawaii, United States since 1957.Located on the Hawaiian island of O'ahu and near Ala Moana Center, the largest open air shopping center in the world, the Hawaiian Village Hotel sits on over 22 acres (8.9 ha) of prime beachfront property and features the largest swimming pool in Waikiki, over twenty-two restaurants, exotic wildlife, and botanical gardens as well as a branch of the Bishop Museum.The Village was conceived, constructed and first administered by Henry J. Kaiser, the industrialist who built the Hoover Dam and Grand Coulee Dam and founder of Kaiser Permanente, the health system that bears his name.

The Hilton Hawaiian Village is the largest hotel of the Hilton chain with 3,386 rooms and with 7 towers and is also the 14th largest hotel in the world.In building the Hawaiian Village Hotel, Kaiser developed the "village plan" for his resort. In the village plan, various sections of the development were designed in specific types of motifs indicative of the culture of the hotel's surroundings. Kaiser's village plan is now used in various layouts of hotels and resorts throughout the world. The various villages in the present-day Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort and Spa surround centerpiece towers: Diamond Head Tower, Ali'i Tower, Tapa Tower, Rainbow Tower, Lagoon Tower, Kalia Tower and Grand Waikikian. The newest tower is the Grand Waikikian opened to the public (December 28, 2008)

December 2010 Events Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte

Weekly Calendar Listings - December

Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte - Concerts/Events Calendar

(*Due to daylight savings, Friday Night Live concerts will go back to the regularly scheduled time of 7 to 9pm.)

Friday Night Live Unplugged
December 3 – Ed Self – Ed Self’s Rockin’ Holiday Show - 7 pm to 9 pm
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863 – Free

Light Up the Holidays
December 4 – 5 pm to 9 pm
Join in the fun as the City of Altamonte Springs and Progress Energy celebrate the yearly tradition of the lighting of Cranes Roost Park. There will be music, entertainment, fireworks, and of course Santa and Mrs. Claus. The regions largest Christmas tree will be on display as well as the Holiday Fountain show. Food and drink will be available for purchase throughout the venue. This event is open to the public, please no pets or coolers during the event.
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863 – Free

Santa Tuesday’s
December 7 – 6 pm to 8 pm
Bring your wish list and join the fun with Santa and his helpers under the tower. Professional photos will be taken and made available for purchase during this event. Food and beverages will also be available for purchase.
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863 – Free

Holiday Movie Night
December 8 – 7 pm to 9 pm
Holiday movies on the lawn in the plaza area. This free event is produced by St. Stephen Lutheran Church. Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy a family holiday classic with a warm beverage on the lawn in front of the tower. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863 – Free

Friday Night Live
December 10 – Bobby Blackmon – Holiday Blues - 7 pm to 9 pm
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863 – Free

Santa Tuesday’s
December 14 – 6 pm to 8 pm
Bring your wish list and join the fun with Santa and his helpers under the tower. Professional photos will be taken and made available for purchase during this event. Food and beverages will also be available for purchase.
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863 – Free

Holiday Movie Night
December 15 – 7 pm to 9 pm
Holiday movies on the lawn in the plaza area. This free event is produced by St. Stephen Lutheran Church. Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy a family holiday classic with a warm beverage on the lawn in front of the tower. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863 – Free

Friday Night Live
December 17 – Robert Harris – Robert Harris Holiday Jazz Show - 7 pm to 9 pm
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863 – Free

Santa Tuesday’s
December 21 – 6 pm to 8 pm
Bring your wish list and join the fun with Santa and his helpers under the tower. Professional photos will be taken and made available for purchase during this event. Food and beverages will also be available for purchase.
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863 – Free

Holiday Movie Night
December 22 – 7 pm to 9 pm
Holiday movies on the lawn in the plaza area. This free event is produced by St. Stephen Lutheran Church. Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy a family holiday classic with a warm beverage on the lawn in front of the tower. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863 – Free


For more information on these or any other events at Cranes Roost Park please visit our website at www.UptownAltamonte.com or call 407-571-8863.

The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina

The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina 5-star hotel
Al Sufouh Road, Al Sufouh, Dubai (Book Now)

Occupying a prime location on Jumeirah Beach, the Westin Dubai is a 5-star design hotel offering a spectacular resort pool, 1200-metre private beach, luxurious rooms with Westin Heavenly Bed, and 10 restaurants.

Panoramic views over the Arabian Gulf can be enjoyed from most rooms and parts of the Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort.

Rooms and suites include an LCD TV, spacious seating area, and a marble bathroom with luxury bath amenities. Modern and classical design with high ceilings and grand mirrors are also featured in each unit.

Guests can enjoy many relaxing hours at the Heavenly Spa by Westin. There are also tennis courts, a state-of-the-art gym and a water sports centre. Children are also well catered for at the Westin Mina Seyahi with a separate kid’s pool, daily beach games, and a Wild Wadi Waterpark nearby.

Thai, Italian, Spanish, and international cuisine are just some of the choices on offer, served formally or informally. Special menus for children are served in the restaurants.

Dubai’s spice and fabric souqs are just 20 minutes’ drive away and a 10-minute drive from the Emirates Mall and 3 championship golf courses.

Hotel Rooms: 294. Hotel Chain: Westin.

Hotel Facilities

General
Restaurant, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Garden, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Elevator, Safety Deposit Box, Luggage Storage, Shops in Hotel, Airconditioning.

Activities
Tennis Court, Sauna, Fitness Centre, Fishing, Spa & Wellness Centre, Massage, Children's Playground, Table Tennis, Windsurfing, Jacuzzi, Library, Canoeing, Outdoor Swimming Pool.

Services
Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Centre, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Barber/Beauty Shop, Ironing Service, Currency Exchange, Souvenirs/Gift Shop, Shoe Shine, Car Hire, Tour Desk, Fax/Photocopying, ATM/Cash Machine on site.

Internet
Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and costs AED 80 per 24 hours.

Guest Parking
Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Check-in 15:00 - 00:00 hours
Check-out 07:00 - 12:00 hours

Children and extra beds
Free! Up to two children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
One child under 12 years is charged AED 360 per night and person in an extra bed.
Free! One child under 2 years stays free of charge in a baby cot.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Any type of extra bed or baby cot is upon request and needs to be confirmed by the hotel.
Supplements will not be calculated automatically in the total costs and have to be paid separately in the hotel.

Pets Pets are not allowed.

Accepted credit cards
American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard, Diners Club, JCB
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

Important information
Some nationalities can get an entry permit stamped in their passport upon arrival at the airport. Please check your visa requirements before travelling.


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November 2010 Events Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte

Weekly Calendar Listings - November

Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte - Concerts/Events Calendar

(*Due to daylight savings, Friday Night Live concerts will go back to the regularly scheduled time of 7 to 9pm.)

Friday Night Live Unplugged
November 5 – Michael J – Acoustic Rock – 7 pm to 9 pm
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863 – Free

Tribute to the Latin Heritage
November 7 – 12 pm to 6 pm
2nd Annual Latin Festival featuring authentic cuisine, arts and crafts, dancers and musical groups, bounce houses, face painters and many other activities. This free family friendly event is brought to you by Reach. The event helps to raise awareness and funds to support outreach to the poor and needy of Central Florida and across the nation. For more information please call 407-383-7695 or email: reachinaction@gmail.com.
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863

Friday Night Live
November 12 – Rainbow’s End – Variety - 7 pm to 9 pm
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863 – Free

Walk Now for Autism Speaks
November 13 – 8 am to 1 pm
Walkathon for Autism Speaks. For more information please visit Autism Speaks at www.walknowforautism.org/orlando. Together we'll find the missing pieces.
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863

Cranes Roost Sunset Cinema
November 13 – Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat – 7 pm to 9pm
Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy a family friendly movie on the lawn in front of the tower. This free event is produced by St. Stephen Lutheran Church. Bring the entire family for a fun, free evening together under the stars and enjoy the 2003 film, Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863 – Free

JCC Family Fest
November 14 – 11 am to 4 pm
Family Festival is free and open to the public. The event features carnival games, Middle Eastern food, a rock climbing wall, inflatable bounce houses, an interactive toddler area, arts and crafts, shopping and entertainment. Admission is free but some activities may require a fee. Produced by the Jewish Community Center of Central Florida.
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863

Uptown Open Mic
November 18 – 7 pm to 9 pm – Performance sign-ups being at 6:30pm
Sponsored by First Baptist Church – Altamonte Springs. Perform in front of family and friends or simply enjoy an interactive evening of music, dance, and spoken word.
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863 – Free

NKBA “Experts Speak Up”
November 18 – 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Spend the night with a group of KNBA designers from Central Florida and listen to design professionals discuss all the latest trends and new products on the market.
For more information please visit their website at http://nkba.org.
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863 – Free

Friday Night Live
November 19 – Ashley Locheed Quartet – Standard Jazz, Torch - 7 pm to 9 pm
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte
407-571-8863 – Free

For more information on these or any other events at Cranes Roost Park please visit our website at www.UptownAltamonte.com or call 407-571-8863.

Aria Resort & Casino Las Vegas

Aria Resort & Casino is a Las Vegas luxury hotel, skyscraper, and central feature to the CityCenter development. Designed by Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects, the 60-story two curvilinear glass towers house 4,004 rooms (including 568 suites) totaling 4,000,000 sq ft (370,000 m2).At its base is a 150,000 sq ft (14,000 m2) casino and a three-story lobby that uses natural materials including lush foliage, flowers, glass, wood, and stone.The Aria Resort and Casino was opened on December 16, 2009The resort includes lounges, bars, nightclubs and a variety of casual to upscale restaurants, including Julian Serrano's eponymous restaurant and Sirio Maccioni's Sirio.In the resort's 2,000 seat theater, Cirque du Soleil, CKX, Inc. and its subsidiary Elvis Presley Enterprises created a permanent production celebrating the music of Elvis Presley titled Viva Elvis. Previews opened On December 17, 2009. The show officially premiered on February 17, 2010.Aria also features a 80,000 sq ft (7,400 m2) spaA three-story 300,000 sq ft (28,000 m2) convention center includes four ballrooms (three with fully functioning theatrical stages), 38 meeting rooms and the largest glass-curtain wall in a public building overlooking the pool. The three story tall window is 400 feet (120 m) long.
At the north valet is artist Jenny Holzer's 250 ft (76 m) LED sign welcoming visitors to the hotel.
The hotel also includes 900,000 sq ft (84,000 m2) for back-of-house areas, offices, and a subterranean parking garage.Aria's Control4 automation system monitors energy usage. The system remembers guests' preferences. When guests swipe their room card, it restores their preferences for temperature, lights, window coverings and greets the guest by name.

 

Orlando Night Life, Bars and Entertainment

If you think that Orlando is only good for theme park and water park rides, think again. There are plenty of things to do in Orlando after the sun goes down. Orlandoescape.com has a listing of the Top 20 Orlando night life, bars and entertainment venues located throughout the tourist areas as well as downtown Orlando.

Two of the biggest draws for visitors—and local residents—are Downtown Disney and Universal CityWalk. Both venues offer a wide variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, and many nearby hotels offer free transportation to these popular locations. The International Drive corridor is always lit up after dark, with a number of venues that combine fine dining with live entertainment.

From an intimate dinner theater to the pageantry of equestrian performances, no one serves up entertainment quite like Orlando venues. Some of the biggest shows in town include the Arabian Nights Dinner Show, Pirates Dinner Adventure Dinner Show and Medieval Times Dinner Show. For a cozier experience, visit Sleuths Mystery Dinner Show or Capone's Dinner and Show. No matter which experience you choose, there is plenty of proof that Orlando perks up after the sun goes down.

Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino

Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino is a 43-story luxury hotel casino on the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, Nevada. It is owned by MGM Resorts International. Five floors (floors 35–39) of the main hotel building are occupied by the five-star and AAA Five-Diamond Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas.The top 3 floors (numbered as floors 60-62) are penthouses, with a penthouse lounge on level 62 for guests staying in the penthouses. It is connected by the free Mandalay Bay Tram to its sister properties, Excalibur and Luxor.Mandalay Bay has 3,309 hotel rooms and a casino of 135,000 sq ft (12,500 m2). The adjacent Mandalay Bay Convention Center has almost 1,000,000 sq ft (93,000 m2) of space. In addition, the Mandalay Bay Events Center hosts events including boxing, the UFC's MMA pay-per-views and concerts.

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Hotels near University of Central Florida

Many of the travelers who come to Orlando for a vacation might not realize that Orlando is also a college town. Even though the University of Central Florida is among the youngest of Florida’s state universities (it was founded in 1963 to provide technically trained graduates for the nearby Space Coast) UCF is currently Florida’s largest university and the third largest university in the nation by enrollment with almost 54,000 students. With a university this big, there needs to be a variety of places for guests to stay, and fortunately there a number of hotels near the University of Central Florida to choose from.

Hotels within a two mile radius of the University of Central Florida include the LaQuinta Inn and Suites, Crestwood Suites Orlando UCF Hotel, Homewood Suites by Hilton and Days Inn & Suites UCF/Research Park. Many more hotels are located in east Orlando as well as nearby Winter Park, Florida. These hotels are ideally situated for business travelers and are close enough to the local expressways to access downtown Orlando as well the world-famous attractions just south of downtown. Although the main campus of the University of Central Florida is on the east side of town, the newly opened UCF medical school is on the south side of Orlando off of the 417 Greeneway expressway, making it very accessible to the Walt Disney World resort area.

Wynn Las Vegas

Wynn Las Vegas is a super luxury resort and casino located on the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, Nevada. The US $2.7 billion resort is named after casino developer Steve Wynn and is the flagship property of Wynn Resorts Limited. The resort covers 215 acres. It is located on Las Vegas Boulevard and Sands Avenue,directly across The Strip from the Fashion Show Mall.

The 187 m high hotel has 45 floors, with the 2,716 rooms range in size from 59 m2 to the villas at 650 m2. The complex also includes a 10,300 m2 casino, a convention center with 20,700 m2 of space, and 7,100 m2 of retail space. Together with the adjacent Encore, the entire Wynn resort complex has a total of 4,750 rooms.The resort has earned AAA five diamond, Mobil five-star, Forbes five-star, and Michelin five-star ratings and is considered to be one of the finest hotels in the world. Wynn Las Vegas and its sister property Encore Las Vegas collectively hold more Forbes five-star awards than any other resort and casino in the world. Wynn Las Vegas also made Forbes Award history by earning five-star ratings in every category - Hotel, Restaurant, and Spa - for two consecutive years.
 It has held the distinction of winning the award in the Hotel Sector for 4 consecutive years, since 2007. Interestingly, the building is the first high-rise to be cleaned by an automatic window washing system.

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Fall Hotel Rates in Destin

When is the best time to come to Destin? Most guests would say the summer but more and more travelers are learning the Fall is an ideal time to make your trip to the beach! Fall Hotel Rates in Destin are roughly 40% lower than peak summer in most major hotels. The rates go down with the demand. Being that Destin is a family destination when the kids go back to school the rates come down. The weather in Destin is mild and the water temp is still ideal. With less traffic, no waits at popular Destin Restaurants, and cheap hotel rooms, there has never been a better time to hit the beach. For the best hotel room rates be sure to visit Cheap Destin Hotels.

The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino

The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino is a luxury hotel and casino resort situated between Harrah's and The Palazzo on the east side of the Las Vegas Strip in Paradise, NV, United States, on the site of the old Sands Hotel. The hotel tower contains 40 stories and rises 475 feet (145 m). The Venetian is owned and operated by the Las Vegas Sands Corporation. The Venetian also serves as the seat of the corporate headquarters for its parent company.
The Venetian is part of the largest five-diamond hotel and resort complex in the world with 4,049 suites, 4,059 hotel rooms, and a 120,000-square-foot (11,000 m2) casino.
On November 26, 1996, eight years after it was bought by Sheldon Adelson, the Sands Hotel was imploded to make way for The Venetian Resort Hotel Casino. Ground was broken April 14, 1997.
The resort opened on May 3, 1999 with flutter of white doves, sounding trumpets and singing gondoliers, with actress Sophia Loren joining The Venetian Chairman and Owner, Sheldon G. Adelson, in christening the first motorized gondola. Built at a cost of $1.5 billion, it was one of the most expensive resorts of its kind when it   opened.

Pet friendly hotels in Orlando

For many travelers taking a vacation to Orlando the entire family is involved—and in many cases that means bringing along the family pet. Fortunately, there are a number of pet friendly hotels in Orlando to ensure a little family togetherness. Best of all, these pet friendly hotels in Orlando are just a few minutes away from the Walt Disney World resort and other Orlando attractions, so guests do not have to sacrifice location in order to accommodate every member of their family.

Orlando pet friendly hotels include the Comfort Inn Lake Buena Vista near Walt Disney World, the Quality Inn International Drive, Best Western Orlando Gateway, Rodeway Inn International near Wet 'n Wild, the Quality Inn Plaza on International Drive and the Extended Stay Suites in Lake Buena Vista near the Downtown Disney resort area. Some pet friendly hotels in Orlando even offer special care packages for pets.

All of the Orlando pet friendly hotels have policies in place to ensure that the pets, employees and other guests are safe. Most pet policies include a small fee, size restrictions (pets must weigh less than 50 pounds), a requirement that pets must be kept on a leash and have proper supervision at all times when outside of the guest room, a crate for the pet when left unattended in the guest room, and scheduling housekeeping when the pet is out of the room. For more information, check with the individual hotel for details.