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Harry Potter Celebration at Universal Orlando January 24-26, 2014

Harry Potter fans won’t want to miss the Harry Potter celebration, happening at the Universal Orlando Resort in Florida January 24-26, 2014. At Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Harry Potter fans can come to celebrate all of Harry’s adventures at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. This exciting event will be three days of unforgettable fun for all ages including interactive experiences, a private evening reception, and more!

  • An exciting Harry Potter Film Tribute with select cast members and filmmakers
  • Thrilling rides, including Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey and Dragon Challenge
  • Q&A sessions with the cast members and filmmakers
  • A wand masterclass hosted by choreographer Paul Harris, duelling instructor for the feature films
  • Opportunities to explore Hogwarts™ castle, and shop and dine in Hogsmeade at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

You can purchase a vacation package, including:

  • 3-night hotel accommodations
  • 3-day park-to-park ticket to both theme parks per day
  • Entry to a Private Evening Event held in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, (includes one free Butterbeer and light desserts) (Saturday)
  • Reserved area for the Harry Potter Film Tribute (Friday)
  • Reserved area for the Q&A sessions (Saturday & Sunday)
  • Reserved area for a wand masterclass with Paul Harris
  • Early Park Admission◊ to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – one hour before the park opens
  • Breakfast at the Three Broomsticks – one per person
  • CityWalk Party Pass

Multi-day park to park tickets are also available, which includes access to:

  • Harry Potter Film Tribute (Friday)
  • A wand masterclass with Paul Harris (first come, first served)
  • Q&A sessions (Saturday & Sunday; first come, first served)
  • BOTH Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme parks

Siera is a travel agent with Destinations in Florida, the 2010, 2011, and 2012 Universal Orlando Travel Agency of the Year. Request your free, no obligation quote on the right side of the page or email spreadingmagic@gmail.com! 

Why an Adventures by Disney vacation is a great way to see the world!

Adventures by Disney vacations are offered throughout six different continents. On an Adventures by Disney trip you are a traveler and an adventurer, not a tourist. You and your family of all ages are able to become active participants in incredible stories, experiences and cultures through immersive activities only Disney can bring you. You may be wondering though, why an Adventures by Disney vacation is a great way to see the world!

Here are some of the benefits included on an Adventures by Disney vacation:

  • Hassle-Free Guided Group Travel experiences, including meet and greets at the airport, transportation within the trip, luggage services, spectacular dining and truly unique hotels that bring you closer to the destinations you visit, and concierge services. With practically all of the details taken care of, you won’t have to worry about a thing!
  • Active Family Experiences that everyone will enjoy! Together, enjoy a leisurely bike ride, float or raft down whitewater rapids, and hike through ancient ruins. Junior Adventurers will embark on activities just for them such as an art detective game in the Louvre Museum or stomping grapes while adults enjoy a taste of winemaking history. From morning until night, these trips are designed with families in mind.
  • Two Adventure Guides + Local Experts with Adventures by Disney are some of the greatest storytellers in the world. No matter where you go or what you do, the Adventures by Disney Adventure Guides are there to share their knowledge, insights and passion for the places you visit. In addition, you will get to interact with local expert guides during your vacation too!
  • VIP Treatment & Admissions are included such as private events and privately guided tours, backstage access, entertainment, and special performances. Plus, you can bypass the lines at popular museums and attractions and all admission fees are included to national and regional parks as applicable.
  • Magical Moments and Experiences That Only Disney Could Create! Adventures by Disney will take you on an adventure off the beaten path to places you would not find on your own. Adventures by Disney will introduce you to the locals where you will experience such things as:

• Living just like the kings and queens of yore with a stay in Dromoland Castle.

• Trying your hand at the age-old Greek tradition of cheese making with a local shepherd.

• Learning Tai Chi from a local master with the gum drop mountains as a backdrop!

• Private dining among priceless works of art inside the famed Louvre Museum.

• Cuddling a husky puppy in training for the Iditarod race.

• Saddling up and riding horseback among the wilderness of your private Dude Ranch.

Would you like more information about planning your own Adventures by Disney vacation? Email spreadingmagic@gmail.com for more information or a free quote! 

Purchase a Sea World Orlando Weekday ticket for $50

Are you planning an Orlando vacation and looking to add something else to your week of fun? You can now purchase a Sea World Orlando Weekday ticket for only $50! This ticket is valid Monday through Fridays now through December 20, 2013.

You must purchase this ticket in advance as it is not available at the park. This will also save you time from having to wait in long lines when you arrive at the park.

Plus, you can add the all day dining deal to your ticket! The All Day Dining Deal includes a wristband that allows you to enjoy “All You Care To Eat and Drink All Day” at participating restaurants. You can add this option for $32.99 per adult and $17.99 per child to your theme park admission.

  • Participating Restaurants include Voyager’s Smokehouse (except Baby Back Ribs), Spice Mill, Terrace Café, Mango Joe’s, Seaport Pizza, and Seafire Inn.
Contact me today to purchase these discounted Sea World Orlando tickets at spreadingmagic@gmail.com!

Siera is a travel agent with Destinations in Florida and would love to help you plan your Orlando vacation. She specializes in Disney Parks, Universal Orlando, Sea World Parks and Resorts, and LegoLand. Request a free, no obligation quote on the right side of the page or email spreadingmagic@gmail.com for more information! 

Enjoy Great Discounts at Castle Resorts in Hawaii in 2013

You can enjoy great discounts at Castle Resorts in Hawaii in 2013. There are Castle Resorts on Maui, Kauai, and the Big Island of Hawaii. On your Hawaiian vacation, you can hike through a rain forest, swim under a waterfall, hike up a volcano, or swim with sea turtles. You will love the beauty of the Hawaiian islands.

Castle Kamaole Sands – Maui

  • Overlooking Kamaole Beach Park III, on 15 acres of tropical gardens
  • 1 Bedroom/2 Bath Standard
  • 5 nights from $722 for up to four
  • Complimentary parking, fitness center, weekly Mai Tai pool party
  • Travel: 8/5/13 – 10/30/13

Castle Kiahuna Plantation – Kauai

  • Situated on a Sandy Beach amid 35 acres of landscaped gardens
  • 1 Bedroom Garden View
  • 5 Nights from $917 for up to four
  • Complimentary parking
  • No resort fee
  • Travel: 8/19/13 – 12/19/13

Castle Kaha Lani Resort – Kauai

  • • Located oceanfront off Kauai’s Royal coast in the heart of Lihue
  • 1 Bedroom Ocean View
  • 5 Nights from $761 for up to four
  • Complimentary parking
  • No resort fee
  • Travel: 8/19/13 – 12/18/13

Castle Kona Bali Kai – Hawaii

  • An oceanfront condo resort in Kailau-Kona
  • Studio Partial Ocean View
  • 5 Nights from $544 for two
  • Complimentary parking
  • No resort fee
  • Travel: 8/19/13 – 12/19/13

Castle Halii Kai at Waikoloa – Hawaii

  • A new 29-acre oceanfront resort located in Waikoloa
  • 2 Bedroom/2 Bath Garden Villa
  • 5 Nights from $1395 for up to six
  • Complimentary parking
  • Travel: 8/19/13 – 12/19/13

Siera is a Hawaii Destinations Specialist and would love to help you plan your Hawaiian getaway. Contact her at spreadingmagic@gmail.com to plan the vacation of your dreams! 

Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights 2013

Can You Survive The Ultimate Halloween Scare?

If you are planning to visit Orlando between September 20 and November 2, 2013, you can have a night of terror that you’ll be sure to never forget! You can make your way through pulse-pounding haunted houses, spine-chilling street experiences and outrageous live shows at America’s premier Halloween event, Halloween Horror Nights 2013 at Universal Orlando. But be forewarned: you WILL scream!

Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights has won Amusement Today’s “Best Halloween Event” Golden Ticket Award for 2006, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012! You can attend this event as part of your Universal Orlando or even your Disney World vacation package! However, this is Universal Orlando’s fastest selling event and often sells out so get your tickets as soon as you can!

* WARNING: This event may be too intense for young children and is not recommended for any children under thirteen years of age. No costumes or masks are allowed at this event.

Siera is a travel agent with Destinations in Florida, Universal’s 2010, 2011, and 2012 Travel Agency Partner of the Year. She would love to help you plan your next Orlando vacation. Request a free, no obligation quote on the right side of the page or email spreadingmagic@gmail.com for more information! 

Enjoy Magnificent Fall Colors in New England

You can enjoy the magnificent fall colors in New England when you travel on one of these itineraries:

  • Classic Fall Foliage- 9 days from $2,299: New England is known for its rich history and its beautiful fall foliage. You can enjoy both beauty and history on this New England vacation.
  • Great Cities of the East Coast- 10 days from $2,899: This vacation highlights some of the east coast’s most exciting cities where you can see Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Boston, and New York City.
  • Fall Foliage Getaway- 9 days from $2,349: You can enjoy the amazing fall colors and even try some fresh maple syrup when you embark on this classic New England vacation this fall.
  • Eastern United States and Canada Discovery- 13 days from $2,843: You will savor the diversity and enchantment of some great cities throughout the northeastern United States and Canada. This vacation also offers a boat cruise and visits to some historically important monuments.
When you travel on one of these fall vacations, you will be able to skip the lines at popular attractions, learn from experienced tour directors, relax with pre-arranged transportation, and rest easy knowing you are staying at the right hotel in the right place.

Siera is a travel agent with Destinations to Explore. She would love to help you plan your next adventure. Contact her at spreadingmagic@gmail.com! 

Hands-On Experiences with Adventures by Disney

Adventures by Disney allows you to become active participants in incredible stories, experiences and cultures through immersive activities that only Disneycan bring to life. From biking around the grounds of a historic French chateau to meeting Aboriginal tribe members in Australia, Guests become travelers and adventurers, instead of simply tourists.

Here’s just a sample of the amazing hands-on experiences Adventures by Disney vacations offer:

Viva Italia –9-days/8-nights

You will live the stories of Italy’s most famous sites through unforgettable experiences on this breathtaking vacation. You will journey to a Tuscan estate for private pasta-making lesson, followed by an al fresco picnic surrounded by rolling hills and farmlands. In Venice, you can create your own Carnevale mask with the help of a renowned mask-maker.

Cowboys and Canyons –8-days/7-nights

You will experience the awesome expanse of the Grand Canyon, the power of the mighty Colorado River and the quiet majesty of the Southwestern desert. In Monument Valley, you will take in the sights from an off-road vehicle. Next, in the Grand Canyon, you will set off by foot on a stunning hike led by a naturalist guide. Finally, you will enjoy an exciting, yet leisurely, rafting adventure, followed by a Cowboy Cookout on the banks of the Colorado River.

Enchanted China –12-days/11-nights

This unforgettable vacation immerses you in China’s history and culture. You will observe delightful pandas at Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding–China’s premier institution devoted to the preservation of these rare animals. Then, in Beijing a pedicab takes you through the ancient Hutong neighborhoods. Along the way, you can participate in demonstrations of traditional crafts such as knot-tying, decorative paper-cutting, as well as a display by a yo-yo master!

Email spreadingmagic@gmail.com today to book your Adventures by Disney vacation!

You can Book your Next Vacation for as little as $150 per person

Do you want to plan your next vacation, but you don’t have the money to pay for it yet? Don’t worry! Now, you can book your next vacation for as little as $150 per person! For as little as $150 per person, you can book your getaway to some of the best resorts in Hawaii, Mexico & the Caribbean! Your next vacation is closer than you think! There’s no need to wait to book your next vacation!

You can lock in your vacation package and pay less upfront on bulk and published airfares, charter/value flights and hotel only bookings with Funject Vacations. It’s now easier than ever to book your next vacation with new lowered deposit requirement.

Bulk/Published Fares

  •  NEW! Delta Air Lines: $150 per person
  •  NEW! US Airways: $150 per person
  • American Airlines: $150 per person
  • AirTran Airways: $200 per person
  • Alaska Airways: $150 per person
  • Frontier Airlines: $200 per person (only to Mexico)
  • United Airlines: $150 per person (only from IAH, SAT, AUS, TUL, and OKC)

Charter/Value Flights and Hotel Only

  • Only $50 per person

This offer is valid for bookings made more than 45 days prior to departure. Europe deposit is $300 per person. Some published/contracted hotels may require additional deposit at time of booking. Deposit requirements may vary during airline fare sales.

Are you ready to book your next vacation for as little as $150 per person? Contact Siera at spreadingmagic@gmail.com for more information! 

Tying the knot in Las Vegas

Are you thinking about tying the knot in Las Vegas? You can learn more about a stress-free Las Vegas wedding here.

It’s cliche to run away to Las Vegas or elope there with just your sweetheart. However, Las Vegas offers romantic, elegant weddings as well for those who want to celebrate with their family and friends, too. Tying the knot in Las Vegas offers options for every couple, whether you want to be married by Elvis, enjoy a classy, elegant affair, or something in between. The city even advertises, “Your ceremony in Vegas is only limited by your imagination. We’re a town that likes to please.”

Although you do need a license to be married in Las Vegas, you could get married without months and months of stressful planning. That’s one of the biggest benefits that draw couples to Las Vegas- the simplicity of a romantic ceremony.

Las Vegas does offer the drive-through chapels, but on the other hand, their most elegant hotels host first-class weddings, too. You could have velvet runners, imported roses, Chilean sea bass and string quartets. Las Vegas weddings can be custom-fit for any budget, any style, and any couple.

A wedding in Las Vegas is sure to leave any couple with unforgettable memories. Just think about the photo opportunities, the reception venues, and the available hotel rooms for all those friends and family who want to help celebrate your big day. Plus, after tying the knot in Las Vegas, you won’t have to rush to the airport because you’ll already be in one of the top honeymoon destinations.

You could take your sweetheart on a gondola ride, take pictures at the Bellagio fountains, or enjoy a meal by Wolfgang Puck. There are endless possibilities.

Are you thinking about a low-stress Las Vegas wedding or honeymoon? Email Siera at spreadingmagic@gmail.com for more information! 

Ka’anapali Beach Hotel in Hawaii Offers Savings and Bonus Miles

Ka’anapali Beach Hotel in Hawaii savings and bonus miles

Ka’anapali Beach Hotel is known as Hawaii’s most Hawaiian hotel. The Ka’anapali Beach Hotel sits on eleven acres along Maui’s renowned Kaanapali Beach. The Ka’anapali Beach Hotel offers, “While you’re with us, it will be our privilege to show you our island, our Hawaiian Culture and what “Aloha” really feels like. In the way that only locals can.” Ka’anapali Beach Hotel is proud to offer the little touches that you would only find in any Hawaiian home, including bedspreads of Hawaiian quilt design and tropical furnishings.

Now, you can save up to $200 per booking with your flight and Ka’anapali Beach Hotel vacation to Maui. Plus, you will also earn 1,000 bonus miles per person when you purchase a flight and hotel vacation, in addition to credited flight miles.

You can also take advantage of reduced hotel rates or complimentary daily breakfasts.

Maui is a gorgeous spot for both fun and adventure, where you can enjoy whale watching, golfing, snorkeling, diving, sunbathing and shopping in quaint Lahaina.

This offer is available to book now through August 17, 2013 and is valid for travel through December 31, 2013!

Siera is a Hawaii Destinations Specialist and would love to help you plan your next Hawaiian getaway at no cost to you! You can contact her at spredingmagic@gmail.com for more information or your free, no obligation quote!