Five Orlando Theme Parks at One Great Price

One of the best ticket values for an Orlando vacation is the popular Orlando FlexTicket. For one discount price, you can get admission for 14 consecutive days to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, Sea World, Aquatica, and Wet n Wild. You can visit these parks as much as you would like for two weeks. You also save money on parking, since you only pay parking once each day.

You can even upgrade the Orlando FlexTicket to the PLUS Option to include one additional visit to Busch Gardens Tampa with a free bus ride from Sea World. This is the perfect way to enjoy most of the Orlando Theme Parks in one easy ticket at one great price. Click here to purchase the discount Orlando FlexTickets.

Beat the Heat at Walt Disney World

Today, the temperature in Orlando has a high of 98 degrees. With the humidity, it will feel like 103 degrees. Let's just say it...that is HOT! As Florida Residents, we almost get used to this heat during a Disney World vacation. Here are some of our tips to help you enjoy your vacation and beat that summer heat.

Wake Up Early - I know this your vacation and you probably want to sleep in. However, a Disney World vacation is not the type of vacation to sleep in. Plan on getting up early and arriving to the Disney Theme Parks at least 15 minutes before the gates open. It is cooler in the morning and you will be amazed how much of the Disney Park you can get through before the crowds hit.

Don't Wait in Lines - Waiting in lines, makes the heat seem even even hotter! Minimize your waits by arriving early, using the FastPass system, and using the Extra Magic Hours. Even during the popular summer months, you can visit at Disney Theme Park without having to wait in those long lines.

Taking an Afternoon Break at your Hotel - One of the favorite locals tips is taking a break from 12-2 PM from the Disney Theme Parks. Head back to your Disney Resort or Orlando Hotel and enjoy a nap or take a dip in the pool. It will refresh you and get you ready to head back to the park for evening activities.

Plan on Rain - It rains almost every afternoon in Orlando! Plan for it by bringing ponchos or umbrellas. When it rains, don't leave the parks. Once the rain lets up, you can enjoy a little bit cooler weather and fewer crowds.

Wear Good Clothes - Plan on wearing a hat, Tevas or tennis shoes, and light clothing. We love Columbia clothes or exercise clothing with the dry weave. It helps keep you cooler and dryer. Many of the Theme Parks have water rides that will help keep you cool at the parks. However, you want to wear clothing that drys quickly. Wearing thick clothing light jeans or sweatshorts and you will be uncomfortable while you slowly dry. You want to wear cool clothing and clothing that can dry quickly.

Take Eating & Drinking Breaks - During your day at the Disney Theme Parks, take little stops in the restaurants to grab a quick drink and snack or just to plan your next attraction. Little 15 minute stops in restaurants will refresh your group for the next adventure.

Purchase a Battery Operated Fan - Just the other day I saw those cute little battery operated fans at Walgreens. They are $3-5 if you purchase them at home before your trip. Disney sells these same type fans, but at a much higher price. These are perfect entertainment for kids and will help keep you cool waiting for a show or in a line. Buy a fan for everyone!

Don't forget the Little Ones - The strollers can get really hot for the little ones. Plan on purchasing battery operated fans to strap onto the strollers. You may even want to pack a little screen to put over the stroller to block out the sun. Even pack a light washcloth to wet throughout the day to keep them cooler.

Most important - don't forget the sunblock! We see so many guests that get red on the first day of their vacation. Spending the days outside in the heat with a sunburn makes for a very miserable vacation. Wear hats, cool clothes and wear that sunblock. Contact us at Destinations in Florida Travel for more info about planning a Disney World vacation.

Five Orlando Theme Parks...One Great Price!

One of the best ticket values for an Orlando vacation is the popular Orlando FlexTicket. For one discount price, you can get admission for 14 consecutive days to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, Sea World, Aquatica, and Wet n Wild. You can visit these parks as much as you would like for two weeks. You also save money on parking, since you only pay parking once each day.

You can even upgrade the Orlando FlexTicket to the PLUS Option to include one additional visit to Busch Gardens Tampa with a free bus ride from Sea World. This is the perfect way to enjoy most of the Orlando Theme Parks in one easy ticket at one great price. Click here to purchase the discount Orlando FlexTickets.

Magic Kingdom on the 4th of July Holiday

The 4th of July holiday is always a popular time to visit the Walt Disney World Resort. On this holiday, Magic Kingdom is usually the busiest Theme Parks. One of our favorite tips to beat this 4th of July crowd is by visiting Magic Kingdom on July 3 instead. This year, Disney will be offering the same fireworks show on July 3 and July 4. Plan on visiting Magic Kingdom on July 3 to see this popular fireworks show and then on July 4, hit a less popular Disney Theme Park or Disney Water Park.

Some of the less popular Disney Theme Parks on the 4th of July are Epcot and Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. The 4th of July is a fun holiday to spend with your family at Walt Disney World. Spend it enjoying your family time together instead of waiting in lines! Contact us at Destinations in Florida Travel for more info about planning a Disney World vacation.

Disney Cruise Tip of the Week

When deciding between a Disney Cruise 3-Night or 4-Night Cruise, go with the 4-Night Cruise. The 4-Night Cruises are perfect for a shorter cruise. This cruise includes a day at Nassau, a day at Castaway Cay and a day at sea before heading back to Port Canaveral, Florida. What makes the 4-Night Cruise a little better than the 3-Night Cruise is the flexibility. The Captain is always watching the weather forcast on your cruise. If the weather looks rainy during a day at Castaway Cay, he has the flexbility of swapping the day at Castaway Cay with the day at sea. This happens quite often during the rainy season in the Bahamas. The Captain has even been know to double dip and allow the ship to dock twice at Castaway Cay if one day is rainy and the other day is nice and sunny. Since Disney owns Castaway Cay, the ship and crew are able to help you have the best possible Disney Cruise vacation and that includes working around weather. For more information on a Disney Cruise vacation, contact us at Destinations in Florida Travel.

Pirate League Sets Sail at Magic Kingdom

The Black Pearl is docking in Adventureland at Magic Kingdom Park starting this June 29 to recruit pirates for the Pirate League. Pirates of all ages are welcome. To kick off the adventure, you get a pirate name and then it is off to the Muster Station to choose a variety of pirate accessories including beards, eye patches, scars, earring or even gold teeth. You can listen to a veteran pirate tales of sea-sailing adventures. Some of the pirate adventures include:

• First Mate Package: Includes bandana; choice of facial effects; scars; tattoos; fake teeth; earring and eye patch; sword and sheath; pirate coin necklace; one 5x7-inch photo; and personalized pirate oath -- $49.95 plus tax.

• Empress Package: Includes bandana; shimmering makeup; face gem; tattoos; nail polish; earring and eye patch; sword and sheath; pirate coin necklace; one 5x7-inch photo; and personalized pirate oath -- $49.95 plus tax.

• Captains Package: Includes choice of costume/outfit from selection; choice of facial effects; scars; tattoos; fake teeth; earring and eye patch; sword and sheath; pirate coin necklace; three 5x7-inch photos; and personalized pirate oath -- $124.95 plus tax.

Admission into Magic Kingdom is required for the Pirate League. To book the Pirate League on or after June 29, contact our Disney Specialists with Destinations in Florida Travel. We book all dining, recreation, and extra activities as part of our free Concierge Services.

Extra Magic at the Disney World Resorts

The Disney World Resorts are surrounded by the Disney Magic 24 hours a day. One of our favorite bits of magic is provided by the Housekeeping Department. The Housekeeping Department at the Disney World Resorts do an excellent job of keeping your room clean and providing towels, bed rails, and even mini-refrigerators for your visit. Anything you may need and they are a quick phone call away. That is the typical customer service you expect when you stay at a hotel. What makes the Disney Magic are the extra touches you receive or sometimes called Magical Moments.

One of my favorite Disney Magic shines through as you walk a Disney Resort like Disney's All Star Music Resort. As you walk around the resort, you will see this magic in the form of stuffed animal displays in the guest room windows. You may even find a bunny that is made out of a washcloth or your child's stuffed animals displayed in the window looking outside. These special touches are the extras that you will see during your Disney World vacation. That extra magic that makes you and your family smile! Contact us at Destinations in Florida Travel for more info about planning a Disney World vacation.

Disney Free Dining Plan Extended

You still have time to book the best discount package on a Disney World vacation. Disney extended the sale for the Magic Your Way Package plus Free Basic Dining through the end of July. You can vacation with this discount from August 16-October 3 and including a Magic Your Way Package with room and Theme Park tickets. Plus, you get the Basic Dining Plan for free. Here are some sample prices for a 5-Night Package with a 6-Day Base Ticket for a family of 4:

• $1,390 in a standard room at a Disney Value Resort
• $1,764 in a standard room at a Disney Moderate Resort
• $2,276 in a standard room at Disney's Wilderness Lodge or Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge
• $2,586 in a studio at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort or Disney’s Old Key West Resort

Guests that book with Destinations in Florida Travel will receive an extra discount off this sale. We guarantee our prices are lower than Disney direct. Plus, our agents offer extra Concierge Services for no additional cost. Free perks, extra discount, and excellent service with Destinations in Florida Travel. We are your PremEAR Disney World vacation planners! Click here for more details on this discount package.

Pack an Extra Suitcase for a Disney World Vacation

Our tip of the day for a Disney World vacation is pack an extra suitcase for your Disney World vacation. One of the most popular activities on any vacation is shopping! There are lots of stores at the Walt Disney World Resort, so you will come home with more than you took to Disney World. You will need extra space to carry home your Disney stuff animals, unique International souvenirs from Epcot, or just Disney World t-shirts. Make sure you are prepared for your trip home by having extra space in your suitcase for souvenirs. We always suggest taking an extra suitcase, just for souvenirs for your trip home. Happy Shopping! Contact us at Destinations in Florida Travel for more info about planning a Disney World vacation.

The Magic of a Disney World Vacation

On a recent trip to Disney World I grabbed the popular turkey leg and just sat on a bench to "people watch". Ask any Disney Cast Member and this is usually one of the "attractions" at the Disney Theme Parks. It helps you see what really happens to the guests during their days at the Disney Theme Parks. As I was sitting there I started thinking about growing up and visiting Disney World as a kid. I could remember many of my fun Disney World vacations with my family. I started thinking about favorite presents that I got growing up and I could not really think of any presents. In our lives the memories tend to be what we remember, not as much things. I could not remember a single present, but I could remember many great memories of my Disney World vacations growing up.

When thinking about a way to remember a birthday, consider a Disney World vacation instead of a party with presents. Make a birthday to remember with Mickey Mouse! Click here for birthday party freebies at Disney World. Contact us at Destinations in Florida Travel for more info about planning a Disney World vacation.

Universal Studios Florida Kids Free Vacation

For a limited time, Universal Studios Florida is offering a new discount package called Kids Free Vacation for vacations through September 30. If you book a Universal Studios vacation for 4 nights or longer, save up to 30% off your Universal Studios Hotel. Plus, get (1) free child 2-Park Unlimited Pass for every adult in your room. To make this promotion even better, kids eat free for lunch and dinner with a paid adult entree. This discount package is available at Royal Pacific Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, and Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Studios. This discount package is available for summer vacations through September 30, but you do have to book your vacation with a deposit before July 31. Click here for more details.

Disney's Coronado Springs Resort - Newly Renovated Rooms

Disney's Coronado Springs Resort is a popular Disney Moderate Resort at Walt Disney World. This resort is going through a resort room renovations including new carpet, bedding, decorations and more. It is a beautiful renovation with bright colors and new dark woods. The renovation is incredible, but the bedding is going to be the popular update on this room renovation. The huge improvement over the older rooms are the new Queen Beds instead of Double Beds. In the past, only the Disney Deluxe Resorts offered Queen Beds. Now, the less expensive Disney Moderate Resorts have the larger beds for a more comfortable vacation.

For more information or questions at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort, click here.

Walt Disney World is StormReady

Planning your Disney World vacation during hurricane season, you can feel safe knowing that Disney World is StormReady. The National Weather Service has recognized the Walt Disney World Resort for their leadership in emergency management as a StormReady community.

The StormReady program helps community leaders and emergency managers improve communication and safety procedures to protect lives and property before and during severe weather events. The Walt Disney World Resort made history in 2006 as the nation's first theme park and resort area to be recognized as a StormReady Community and remains the only acknowledged commercial site in Florida.

You should feel confident that the Walt Disney World Resort is always thinking about their guests to make sure they have a safe and magical vacation. Contact us at Destinations in Florida Travel for more info about planning a Disney World vacation.