November 8, 2011 
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party at Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park – On 19 special nights, holiday revelers can delight during this cheery, family-friendly event. Party-goers embrace the joys of the season – sipping cocoa, catching a “snowflake” and enjoying merry shows, fireworks, carolers and special character meet and greets.
This after-hours party on select nights between Nov. 8 and Dec. 18, 2011, features a sleigh full of merriment:
•An enchanting Cinderella Castle adorned with Castle Dream Lights (through Jan.8)
•Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, complete with a special appearance by Santa Claus himself, and for the first time Duffy the Disney Bear.
•An exclusive holiday fireworks extravaganza — Holiday Wishes: Celebrate the Spirit of the Season
•Live entertainment featuring Disney characters
•Meet and greet opportunities with favorite Disney characters in Holiday attire, including Phineas & Ferb in Tomorrowland, the Seven Dwarfs in Frontierland and Duffy the Disney Bear in Town Square.
•Complimentary cookies, apple slices and hot cocoa
•A magical snow fall on Main Street, U.S.A.
•Many popular Magic Kingdom attractions open for fun
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party will take place Nov. 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 18, 27, 29, 30, Dec. 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13, 14, 16 and 18, 2011, from 7 p.m. until midnight. Day-of-event pricing is $62.95 and $57.95 for ages 3 to 9. Savings of $6 per ticket are available if tickets are purchased in advance. Visit www.Disneyworld.com/holidays.
       
October 19, 2011 
       
October 4, 2011 Westgate Resorts proudly salutes the dedicated men and women serving in the United States Armed Forces who risk their lives every day so that we can enjoy our freedom. In honor of their service to our country, Westgate is giving away 1,000 three day, two night stays at one of its Orlando-area resorts for U.S. military personnel who served in the above mentioned operations.
Through this special, limited-time Military Appreciation Offer, U.S. soldiers (and their families) who have served in The War on Terror, Operation Iraqi Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom can book a complimentary weekday stay in a king studio villa at one of Westgate’s full-service resorts in Orlando, Florida. Minutes away from world-class area attractions including Walt Disney World® Resort & Universal Orlando®, Westgate offers convenient access to exciting entertainment options for a memorable Orlando family vacation.
“Having served in the armed forces myself, I am extremely proud of the American tradition of service that endures even today,” said David A. Siegel, Westgate Resorts founder and CEO. “I consider it a privilege to provide 1,000 complimentary vacations to our most deserving American heroes.”
The first 1,000 military personnel to call in beginning at 9 a.m. EDT on October 11th will receive the complimentary Orlando resort stay. With over 6,000 villas in Orlando alone, the beautifully decorated king villa studios at Westgate Resorts feature kitchenettes with microwaves and mini refrigerators, queen sleeper sofas, 27-inch color TVs with DVD players, whirlpool tubs, and private balconies or patios. Onsite amenities at most Westgate Resort locations include outdoor pools, hot tubs, restaurants, delis/marketplaces, game rooms and daily children’s activities.
To take advantage of this exclusive Military Appreciation Offer from Westgate Resorts, simply call 1-800-887-9312 on October 11th at 9 a.m. EDT and enjoy an unforgettable vacation getaway courtesy of Westgate Resorts!
About Westgate Resorts
One of the largest resort developers in the United States, Westgate Resorts features luxury resorts in eleven premier travel destinations throughout the United States with over 12,000 units in locations like Orlando, Florida; Park City, Utah; Las Vegas, Nevada; Gatlinburg, Tennessee; Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; Williamsburg, Virginia; Miami, Florida; Branson, Missouri; Mesa, Arizona; and Tunica, Mississippi. Founded in 1982 by David A. Siegel, Westgate Resorts boasts affordable luxury vacation accommodations. For more information about Westgate Resorts, visit www.westgatedestinations.com.
*Terms & Conditions: Offer is for studio only and based on availability. Must stay between Sunday – Thursday only. A credit card is required only to hold the reservation. Offer only available by phone. Must travel by December 20th. Thanksgiving Week not available. Offer good for the first 1,000 active military personnel who served in the campaigns above. Proof of active or retired duty required at check-in. Limit one per customer. Employees of Central Florida Investments/Westgate Resorts not eligible for this promotion. No resort preview required for the stay. Villa upgrades are also available at a nominal cost. Additional nights can be purchased at the Military Discount of 10% off of the Best Available Rate.
       
September 14, 2011 
       
September 13, 2011 
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is scheduled to return to Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park for 23 select nights between September 13 and November 1, 2011. The after-hours Magic Kingdom party will feature Mickey’s “Boo-to-You” Halloween Parade and the “Happy HalloWishes” fireworks spectacular, as well as trick-or-treating, meet and greets, and more. Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party dates for 2011 are September 13, 16, 20, 23, 27 and 30; October 2, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 25, 27, 28, 30 and 31 and November 1. Visit www.disneyworld.com/halloween or call 407/W-DISNEY to purchase advance tickets.
Seeking great deals on accommodations in Orlando? Check out the latest specials at Westgate Resorts! Visit www.westgatedestinations.com for more information.
       
August 23, 2011 The 2011 version of Disney’s Night of Joy, a contemporary Christian music event, will take place September 9-10, 2011, at Disney’s Magic Kingdom. Scheduled headliners include TobyMac, MercyMe, newsboys, Jeremy Camp, Jars of Clay and Skillet. Note: Night of Joy is an after-hours event that requires a special ticket. Event hours are 7:30 PM to 1 AM each night. For more information, visit www.nightofjoy.com.
Seeking great deals on accommodations in Orlando? Check out the latest specials at Westgate Resorts! Visit www.westgatedestinations.com for more information.
       
August 19, 2011 In addition to world-class theme parks such as Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando and SeaWorld Orlando, the Orlando area offers a variety of festivals, events and fairs in 2011 that are sure to please visitors and residents alike. On most weekends throughout 2011, but especially during the fall, you’ll discover lively festivals and events going on somewhere in Orlando. Mark your calendar for the following Orlando events this fall:
2011 Orlando Home Show
October 7-9, 2011
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida
Enjoy interesting exhibits, talk to home improvement experts and listen to special guest speakers at the Orlando area’s largest home design and landscaping showcase, which will take place at the Orange County Convention Center.
2011 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
September 30 – November 13, 2011
Epcot, Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Take an eclectic tour of the world at the 2011 Epcot International Food & Wine Festival as you sample delicious foods and fine wines during this international culinary celebration, which also offers nightly Eat to the Beat! concerts, celebrity-che cooking demonstrations, children’s activities and the talents of street performers from acrobats to musicians.
2011 Halloween Horror Nights
Select Nights Between September 23 & October 31, 2011
Universal Orlando Resort, Orlando, Florida
Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights is the largest Halloween event in the United States and spread out over both Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Events at the month-long fright fest include specialty designed haunted houses and mazes, inescapable scare zones, a Halloween parade, thrilling shows and live music, as well as an assortment of wandering ghouls, zombies, demons, werewolves, ghosts, goblins and vampires.
2011 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Select Nights September through November 2011
Universal Orlando Resort, Orlando, Florida
This after-hours extravaganza at Disney’s Magic Kingdom allows guests to dress up in Halloween costumes and also features the “Boo-to-You” Halloween Parade and the “Happy HalloWishes” fireworks spectacular. There’s trick-or-treating as well and also the opportunity to enjoy rides and attractions from 7 PM to midnight.
2011 SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular
TBA, 2011
SeaWorld Orlando, Orlando, Florida
Halloween meets the sea at SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular, carving an underwater “fantasea” where children can dance with an ice DJ, learn from a school of fish and play with a sea fairy. SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular uniquely brings children’s “fantaseas” to life with enchanted pathways and charming sea creatures, providing the utmost in family-friendly trick-or-treating.
2011 Children’s Miracle Network Classic
October 17-23, 2011
Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Florida
One of the most popular events on the PGA Tour, the Children’s Miracle Network Classic at Walt Disney World Resort has served as an annual tradition since 1971, the same year Disney World opened its doors. The Children’s Miracle Network Classic, takes place at Disney’s championship Palm and Magnolia courses.
2011 Festival of the Masters
November 11-13, 2011
Downtown Disney, Walt Disney World Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Festival of the Masters at Walt Disney World Resort is simply one of the most acclaimed open-air art festivals in the United States. Approximately 150 award-winning artists display their diverse wares at this immense outdoor showcase at Downtown Disney that also includes live entertainment, culinary offerings and children’s activities, as well as the House of Blues Folk Art Festival.
Good sources for more information on upcoming Orlando festivals and events include the “Orlando Seasonal Events” section of the Orlando, Florida Guide, as well as the Friday entertainment sections of the Orlando Sentinel and the Orlando Weekly, a weekly arts and entertainment publication.
Seeking spacious and affordable accommodations during your Orlando vacation getaway this fall? Look no farther than Westgate Resorts, which offers spacious suites, abundant amenities and convenient access to Disney World, Universal Orlando and SeaWorld Orlando theme parks, as well as other Orlando area attractions. Choose from Westgate Resorts properties such as Westgate Blue Tree Resort, Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa, Westgate Leisure Resort, Westgate Palace, Westgate Towers, Westgate Town Center and Westgate Vacation Villas. For more information about Westgate Resorts, visit www.westgatedestinations.com.
2011 Way Of Grace Fest A Fall
6pm – Saturday October 29, 2011
8550 Clarcona-Ocoee Road, Orlando, FL 32818
A Free Community Event
Fest-A-Fall is the annual Way Of Grace Ministries Orlando Fall Festivals. It is a FREE community event. A night of family fun and enjoyment for young and old alike, Fest-A-Fall includes: Games, Food, Hay Rides, Bouncy Houses, A Fun House Campfire with S’mores, Trunk-Or-Treat, A Pumpkin Carving Competition, Face Painting …and much more And best of all…It’s FREE! Fest-A-Fall takes place on Saturday, October 29, 2011 on the grounds of Way Of Grace Ministries at: 8550 Clarcona Ocoee Rd, Orlando, FL 32818 and starts at 6pm.
       
August 8, 2011 Night of Joy at Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park takes place on September 9-10, 2011, as some of the most talented singers in contemporary Christian music take the stage for two nights of great performances, joy and inspiration. Ticketholders can enjoy all the musical acts and ride some of the most popular attractions at Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park during Night of Joy, which runs from 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM on both nights.
The roster of Christian music acts at the 2011 NIght of Joy includes newsboys, Jeremy Camp, Skillet, Matthew West, Francesca Battistelli, Group 1 Crew, Sidewalk Prophets, Disciple, MercyMe, TobyMac, Jars of Clay, Marvin Sapp, Sanctus Real, Kutless, Chris August and VaShawn Mitchell.
One- and two-night tickets are available to Night of Joy but act quickly since they often sell out in advance. A one-night ticket to Night of Joy costs $51.95 plus tax in advance and $59.95 plus tax on the day of the event. A two-night ticket to Night of Joy costs $92.95 (advance purchase only). For more information about Night of Joy, visit http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/magic-kingdom/special-events/night-of-joy.
Quality accommodations on or near Disney World property are available for Night of Joy weekend if you book as soon as possible. For great deals on comfortable accommodations that provide easy access to Walt Disney World Resort, consider Westgate Resorts. For more information about Westgate Reosrts, visit www.westgatedestinations.com.
Night of Joy – Friday, September 9, 2011*:
newsboys
Jeremy Camp
Skillet
Matthew West
Francesca Battistelli
Group 1 Crew
Sidewalk Prophets
Disciple
Night of Joy – Saturday, September 10, 2011*:
MercyMe
TobyMac
Jars of Clay
Marvin Sapp
Sanctus Real
Kutless
Chris August
VaShawn Mitchell
*Night of Joy entertainment is subject to change without notice.
       
Night of Joy at Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park takes place on September 11-12, 2011, as some of the most talented singers in contemporary Christian music take the stage for two nights of great performances, joy and inspiration. Ticketholders can enjoy all the musical acts and ride some of the most popular attractions at Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park during Night of Joy, which runs from 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM on both nights.
The roster of Christian music acts at the 2011 NIght of Joy includes newsboys, Jeremy Camp, Skillet, Matthew West, Francesca Battistelli, Group 1 Crew, Sidewalk Prophets, Disciple, MercyMe, TobyMac, Jars of Clay, Marvin Sapp, Sanctus Real, Kutless, Chris August and VaShawn Mitchell.
One- and two-night tickets are available to Night of Joy but act quickly since they often sell out in advance. A one-night ticket to Night of Joy costs $51.95 plus tax in advance and $59.95 plus tax on the day of the event. A two-night ticket to Night of Joy costs $92.95 (advance purchase only). For more information about Night of Joy, visit http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/parks/magic-kingdom/special-events/night-of-joy.
Quality accommodations on or near Disney World property are available for Night of Joy weekend if you book as soon as possible. For great deals on comfortable accommodations that provide easy access to Walt Disney World Resort, consider Westgate Resorts. For more information about Westgate Reosrts, visit www.westgatedestinations.com.
Night of Joy – Friday, September 9, 2011*:
newsboys
Jeremy Camp
Skillet
Matthew West
Francesca Battistelli
Group 1 Crew
Sidewalk Prophets
Disciple
Night of Joy – Saturday, September 10, 2011*:
MercyMe
TobyMac
Jars of Clay
Marvin Sapp
Sanctus Real
Kutless
Chris August
VaShawn Mitchell
*Night of Joy entertainment is subject to change without notice.
June 21, 2011 Below are the top 10 most popular U.S. theme parks based on 2010 attendance figures:
1. Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park – 16.9 million visitors
2. Disneyland – 15.9 million visitors
3. Epcot – 10.8 million visitors
4. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park - 9.7 million visitors
5. Disney’s Hollywood Studios – 9.6 million visitors
6. Disney’s California Adventure – 6.2 million visitors
7. Universal’s Islands of Adventure – 5.9 million visitors
8. Universal Studios Florida – 5.9 million visitors
9. SeaWorld Orlando – 5.1 million visitors
10. Universal Studios Hollywood – 5.0 million visitors
Sources: AECOM/Themed Entertainment Association
       
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