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Cabana Bay Beach Resort Coming to Universal Orlando in 2014

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The Cabana Bay Beach Resort is coming to Universal Orlando early next year. You will be able to experience Universal Orlando® for less when the resort’s newest and largest hotel, with a retro theme, opens in early 2014. This moderate and value priced property will offer guests their choice of family suites complete with kitchenettes, or standard rooms, along with a variety of recreation. Cabana Bay Beach Resort will feature two huge pools, a lazy river, bowling alley, and more so your family can enjoy unforgettable fun at a great value, right in the middle of Universal Orlando’s theme parks and non-stop nightlife.

From the moment you arrive, you will be taken back to the iconic beach resort of the 50’s and 60’s. You can go for a swim, relax in the lazy river, or take your family for a game or two at the bowling alley.

When you stay at Cabana Bay Beach Resort, you can also enjoy exclusive theme park benefits including Early Park Admission to select rides and attractions at Universal’s Islands of Adventure® and more!

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

Third Night and Third Day Free at Universal Orlando Resort in 2013

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Universal has a special discount for the last couple months in 2013. You can purchase a Universal Orlando vacation package and receive the third night and third day free at the Universal Orlando Resort. This limited time offer is available at one of the nearby Universal Partner Hotels. The third night and third day free vacation package includes:

  • Third night FREE accommodations at a nearby Universal Partner Hotel
  • 2-Day Base Ticket with 3rd Day FREE – one theme park, per day
  • Early Park Admission to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ one hour before the theme park opens
  • FREE scheduled transportation between hotel and Universal Orlando
  • Access to live entertainment at Universal CityWalk®
  • Discounts on merchandise, food & non-alcoholic beverages at select theme park CityWalk locations

This offer must be booked by December 15, 2013 and is valid for travel through December 22, 2013. This is a great way to squeeze in a last minute getaway in 2013. Plus, you can enjoy all of the great holiday events at Universal Orlando such as Grinchmas or the Macy’s Holiday Parade.

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

Disney, Universal, and Sea World Discounts Currently Available

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Disney Discounts 

Walt Disney World® Resort

  • Save Up To 30% on Rooms at Select Walt Disney World® Resort Hotels This Fall:  Book your room only or package reservation and save up to 30% off Official Walt Disney World® Resort Hotels for stays most nights Sept. 29 – Nov 22, 2013, and Nov 30 – Dec. 23, 2013.  You can book a room only or upgrade to a package with tickets.  You can even add one of the Disney Dining Plans for additional savings. The booking window is Aug. 1 – Nov. 3, 2013 for travel Nov. 10 – Nov. 22, 2013 and Nov. 30 – Dec. 23, 2013
  • NEW!! Play Stay and Dine – Discounts room, tickets and dining plan.  Must have tickets for length of stay to get that portion discounted (staying 4 days/3 nights must have 4 day ticket, etc)  For Most Stays January 5-March 5 2014  3 Night Minimum Stay Required  Excluded: ALL OF Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Villas & Disney’s Fort Wilderness Campground.  MUST BOOK BY DECEMBER 31st
  • NEW!! ROOM ONLY DISCOUNT – Jan 5-April 12 2014
    Values 15% off, Moderates 20% off, Deluxe 30% off, Deluxe Villas 35% off
    Excluded Little Mermaid Rooms at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Villas & Disney’s Fort Wilderness Campground.  MUST BOOK BY DECEMBER 31st
  • Florida Resident Fall & Winter Rates:  Florida Residents can take advantage of great rates on rooms at select Walt Disney World® Resort hotels for stays through December 14, just in time for the holiday season.
  • Military Discount:  Active duty and retired members of the US military can get specially discounted rooms at Official Walt Disney World® Resort Hotels most nights from Sept. 29 2013 through Sept. 27  2014 time-frame.   Service members can also get up to six 4-Day Magic Your Way Tickets with Park Hopper® Option for just $169.00, Four-Day Water Park and More Tickets for $169.00 or Four-Day Park Hopper Tickets plus the Water Park and More Option for $198.00 at their base ticket sales office.

 

Disney Cruise Line®

  • Special Castaway Club Member Offer: Disney Cruise Line® Castaway Club Members can receive a US $100 onboard credit when they book a 4- or 5-night Disney Magic® cruise departing from Miami Nov. 1 – Dec. 18, 2013 (excluding Nov. 24 and Dec. 8, 2013). They can use their credit for a variety of onboard activities and experiences, including spa treatments, shopping, adults-only dining and more!
  • Special Rates for Cruises from Miami – Be among the first to experience the newly reimagined Disney Magic® with new spaces and surprises to delight kids, adults and families! 5-Night Western Caribbean Cruises: Starting from $99 per person, per day / $495 total, based on double occupancy for Category IGT, Inside Stateroom with Restrictions, on most sail dates Oct. 27 – Nov. 15, 2013. Booking Window: Must book through October 20, 2013

 

Aulani

  • Get 5 Nights for the Price of 4:  That’s one more night to enjoy all there is to see and do at Aulani that’s already included in the cost of your vacation, including the Waikolohe Valley Pools, Aunty’s Beach House kid’s club, peaceful Ko Olina Cove, and family entertainment, such as Starlit Hui show and ‘Ohana outdoor movie nights.  Book this offer by Oct. 15, 2013, for stays most nights Oct. 1- Nov. 23, 2013 or Dec. 1-15, 2013.
  • NEW!! Get 4 nights for the price of 3 plus breakfast daily for 2 at the newly expanded Aulani – For a limited time, when you purchase a minimum 4-night stay at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, you’ll get the 4th night free* – including breakfast daily for two adults at the new Ulu Cafe.  Book this offer by Jan. 15, 2014, for stays most nights Jan. 5 – April 7, 2014.

 

Universal Orlando Resort Discounts

  • Save up to 30% on Universal Resorts:  Discounts begin at 3 nights at any of the three Universal Orlando® Resort deluxe hotels during the best days to vacation. Plus take advantage of $150 in hotel savings including discounts on food, drinks, spa treatments and more!  Vacation dates include:  08/18 – 10/3   11/11 – 12/19, 2013.
  • ENDING SOON!! FREE Dining – Enjoy 2 FREE Days of the Universal Dining Plan valid in both Universal Orlando® theme parks as well as select locations in Universal CityWalk®, when you and your family stay a minimum of 4-Nights at a Universal Partner Hotel with this exclusive Vacation Package! Hurry, offer valid for purchase now – 10/14/13. Valid for travel now – 11/24/13 and 12/2 – 12/19/13.
  • Universal 1-Day or 2-Day Pass with Shuttle Transportation:  Take a day away from the Disney World Parks to visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter!  Book a 1-Day or 2-Day Pass to Universal Studios with shuttle transportation included in the ticket.  This special ticket is only available with select companies including Destinations in Florida.

 

Sea World Discounts

  • Add a day at SeaWorld Orlando for just $10:  Add a second day at SeaWorld Orlando for just $10 more within 7 days of your first visit.
  • SeaWorld Orlando $50 Weekday Ticket:  Enjoy 1 visit to SeaWorld Orlando weekdays Monday thru Friday beginning August 1, 2013 through December 20, 2013. Advance purchase only. Not available at the park. Valid for 1 visit to SeaWorld Orlando on weekdays only.  Ticket expires December 20, 2013.
  • Expedition Antarctica at SeaWorld®:  Experience the Freeze! Package includes free Quick Queue (front-of-the-line) at SeaWorld’s Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin™, dining at the Expedition Café, a free photo and a third hotel night FREE!
  • SeaWorld + Aquatica Add Aquatica for just $40:  Enjoy unlimited access to the sights and splashes of SeaWorld Orlando and Aquatica, SeaWorld’s Waterpark™ during your vacation.
  • Free Food:  Book your Sea World Package at a partner hotel and get the All Day Dining for FREE.  Add a day at Aquatica and eat there free, too!
  • Kids Free, PLUS 2nd Visit Free, through 12/25:  SeaWorld is the place for families this holiday season. And now, enjoy one free kid’s admission (ages 3-9) with each full-paid adult admission ticket.
  • Save $10 on Sea World Tickets:  Pre-order your Sea World tickets and save $10 off per ticket.  You can also print your Sea World tickets, so you do not have to wait in any lines once you arrive to the park.  Plus, even better, your 2nd day at Sea World is free!
  • 5 Incredible Parks, 1 Ticket, Orlando’s Best Vacation Value:  See more for less! This package features the Orlando FlexTicket, offering unlimited admissions to SeaWorld, Aquatica, Universal Orlando, Islands of Adventure and Wet’n Wild during your stay. Perfect for your Orlando vacation. Stay at least 5 nights and enjoy the best of Orlando! Plus, free transportation and other great benefits available when you choose an Official Hotel of SeaWorld.  Package requires a 10-day advance purchase.  Stay a minimum of 5 nights and as an added value, your 5th night is FREE!

 

Experience Orlando with the Orlando FlexTicket

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Did you know that you can enjoy hotel accommodations, unlimited admission to Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios Florida, SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica – a one-of-a kind waterpark by SeaWorld, and Wet ‘n Wild-Orlando, all-club access to Universal CityWalk, and much more?

You and your family can experience it all with a vacation package including the Orlando FlexTicket:

  • 7-Night hotel accommodations
  • Orlando FlexTicket, which is valid for the entire length of your stay, to Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica, and Wet ‘n Wild Orlando.Plus, you can even upgrade to an Orlando FlexTicket Plus and also receive admission to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay!
  • Admission to select live entertainment venues at Universal CityWalk
  • Plus, travel by 9/2/13 and receive Early Park Admission to TRANSFORMERS: The Ride 3-D
  • Early park admission to experience The Wizarding World of Harry Potter before the rest of the general public
  • FREE transportation to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay with the purchase of Orlando FlexTicket Plus

It’s a great time to visit Universal Orlando with the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, the new Simpsons area, and the new Transformers attraction!

You could stay at Quality Inn International, a Universal partner hotel, from $595 per adult, including taxes:

  • FREE scheduled transportation between hotel and Universal Orlando
  • Discounts on merchandise, food & non-alcoholic beverages at select Universal Orlando® theme park & CityWalk locations
  • Additional Universal Partner Hotels available

You could even stay at Loews Royal Pacific Resort, one of Universal’s on-site resorts, from $1425 per adult including taxes:

  •  Universal Express Unilimited ride access to skip the regular lines in both theme parks – a FREE benefit worth up to $89 per person, per day!
  • Complimentary water taxi or shuttle buses to make getting around the resort fast and easy & complimentary delivery of merchandise purchased throughout the destination to your hotel room
  • Universal Orlando character dining with some of your favorite theme park characters!

Siera is a travel agent with Destinations in Florida, 2009 & 2011 Disney Destinations Top Sales Performer and 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 for more information! 

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

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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! 

Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights 2013

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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! 

New Simpsons-themed area Opening at Universal Studios Summer 2013

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Springfield, U.S.A.  is coming to the Universal Orlando Resort! There will be an all-new Simpsons-themed area opening at Universal Studios summer 2013. This summer, you will be able to to step into the world of The Simpsons like never before.

This will be the only place in the world where you can walk the streets of Springfield! In the Simpsons- themed area, you can grab a Krusty-certified meat sandwich at Krusty Burger, go nuts for donuts at Lard Lad, imbibe at Moe’s Tavern and more! Plus, they will be serving Duff Beer – brewed exclusively for Universal Orlando – as well as a new attraction called Kang & Kodos’ Twirl ‘n’ Hurl that will take you “foolish humans” on an intergalactic spin designed to send you into orbit! Kang & Kodos’ Twirl ‘n’ Hurl will be found right next to The Simpsons Ride.

You will be able to grab a bite along fast food boulevard at the following locations:

  • Krusty Burger
  • The Frying Dutchman
  • Luigi’s Pizza
  • Lard Lad’s Donuts
  • And more!
You can also cool off with a frosty beverage at either:
  • Duff Gardens
  • Moe’s Tavern

It’s a great time to plan your next Universal Orlando vacation! With the new Transformers 3D ride opening June 20 at Universal Studios and the popular Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Islands of Adventures, your family will have an unforgettable vacation!

Email Siera at spreadingmagic@gmail.com for more information about your next Universal Orlando vacation and get the latest special offers! 

THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER – DIAGON ALLEY Is Coming to Unviersal Orlando in 2014

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THE ADVENTURE CONTINUES: THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER – DIAGON ALLEY IS COMING TO UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT

Building on the global phenomenon that is The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal Orlando Resort and Warner Bros. Entertainment announced an expansion of historic proportion with the entirely new themed environment, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley is scheduled to open in 2014. It will be the world’s first centrally themed, multi-park experience. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley will expand The Wizarding World of Harry Potter across both Universal Orlando theme parks and allow Universal’s creative team to bring an unparalleled vision to this unique project. The new area will bring to life some of the experiences and places found in and around London in the Harry Potter books and films. This area will offer brand-new adventures for fans and theme park guests from around the world.

Diagon Alley and ‘London’ will be located within the Universal Studios Florida theme park, which is adjacent to Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme park, where guests now experience Hogwarts and Hogsmeade. The new area within Universal Studios will be just as expansive, immersive and authentic as the existing themed environment.

And – just like in the books and films – you will be able to travel between ‘London’ and Hogsmeade aboard the Hogwarts Express. Construction on the new area is already underway. When it is complete, there will be shops, a restaurant and an innovative, marquee attraction based on Gringotts bank – all directly inspired by the fiction and films.

More details on The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley will be released over time. To bring Diagon Alley and ‘London’ to life, Universal’s creative team is working closely with Warner Bros. and the production design team from the Harry Potter films – just as it did for Hogwarts and Hogsmeade.

“I’m so pleased that The Wizarding World of Harry Potter has proved so popular to date, and I’m sure that the attention to detail in creating the new Diagon Alley area will make this an even better experience,” said J.K. Rowling.

“We are continuing the journey and adding an entirely new level of adventure,” said Tom Williams, Chairman of Universal Parks & Resorts. “And we are bringing the same drive, commitment, enthusiasm and innovation to this project as we did to the first.”

“We are thrilled to offer the legions of fans the opportunity to embark on this new journey and experience Diagon Alley as it was brought to life in the books and films,” said Brad Globe, president of Warner Bros. Consumer Products.

“Our vision is to create two amazing theme park experiences that combine into one, complete, magical journey,” said Alice Norsworthy, executive vice president, marketing and sales for Universal Orlando Resort.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade opened at Universal’s Islands of Adventure in June 2010. This area is a fully immersive Harry Potter themed environment, which brings to life the bestselling books by J.K. Rowling and the blockbuster feature films from Warner Bros. Studios. Since the Wizarding World of Harry Potter made its debut, it has become a global phenomenon and entertained millions of people from around the world. Visitors to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter are swept into the adventures of Harry Potter. They can tour Hogwarts castle, shop in Hogsmeade and dine at the Three Broomsticks. At the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, you can soar above Hogwarts with Harry, be chosen by a wand at Ollivanders, sample Butterbeer, and much more.

Would you like to plan a Universal Orlando vacation to experience the Wizarding World of Harry Potter first-hand? Email spreadingmagic@gmail.com for more information!

Why You Should Use an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner

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I know, you have been to Disney World Florida or Disneyland or on a Disney Cruise several times in the past. You know all the ins and outs of planning a Disney vacation. You have all your bases covered. You also have a job, family, and home to take care of, in addition to planning a vacation that could be the third largest expenditure in your life, behind your home and cars.   You’re sitting up until all hours of the night, booking dinner reservations, making sure you have tickets to Cirque du Soleil, getting up early to ensure you get booked for Cinderella’s Royal Table, and after all this, you forget to schedule a card from Mickey for your youngest child’s birthday.

Now imagine this identical situation, only you have never been to Disney World or only been once for a short trip.  Wouldn’t you want some assistance with planning this type of major event? Wouldn’t you be willing to pay for someone to walk you through the planning or even take care of these issues for you?

What if I said you could have all that for free?

As a travel agent focusing on Disney and Universal Studios vacations, I am better thought of as a vacation planner, not really a travel agent. We help guests book their vacation package and then our real work begins, all at no cost to the guest. We help guests with every aspect of the vacation planning including itinerary planning, restaurant suggestions, dining reservations, birthday celebrations, directions around Orlando, and so much more. We even do the little extras, like calling your Resort Manager to request a birthday Character Card for your child, delivering your package to your resort (if you have a last minute trip) or getting that “hard to get” breakfast reservation with Cinderella. We have the contacts and are locally based in Orlando to do the “extras”. Additionally, Destinations in Florida is an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner.  This means we are the first to receive new discount package deals and I am a graduate of Disney’s travel agent training, the Disney College of Knowledge.

Another important part of our services, that brings guests back to us year after year, is our price checking service. We know all of the discounts available and always offer the best possible price for a Disney Resort, Disney Cruise, or Universal vacation. This is a unique service, since most companies, including Disney direct, will not offer any discounts unless you tell them about it.

Here are some of our free services we provide our guests:

  • Free Itinerary Planning (Valued at $149)
  • Free Dining Suggestions & Reservation Planning (Valued at $69)
  • Free Know Before You Go Guide
  • Free MousePerks – Magic in your In Box!
  • Free Disney Theme Park Guide Maps
  • Free Orlando Magicard (Hundreds of dollars in additional Orlando travel savings)
  • Free Mickey Mouse autograph pictures for the kids in your family
  • Free Discount Watching (We will watch for future discounts that may save you money, even after you booked your package
  • Extra Surprises…you never know what other fun surprises you will get for your family vacation…just wait and see!

It is in my best interest to ensure that you have the best possible Disney experience.  I want a happy customer that will refer friends and family and return to them the next time they are booking a vacation.  I hope you book your Disney vacation with me!  This way, you can spend your evenings having dinner with your family and your nights enjoying some quality time with your husband or wife, while we do the work for you.

Isn’t having an assistant great?

Email spreadingmagic@gmail.com and take advantage of my free services! I’d love to help you plan your next adventure!