Cruise Vacations, 2nd: The

Amazon.com: 100 Best Cruise Vacations, 2nd: The Top Cruises throughout the World for All Interests and Budgets: Books: Theodore W. Scull Your Store Books See All 32 Product Categories Your Account | Cart | Wish List | Help | Advanced Search | Browse Subjects | Bestsellers | The New York Times® Best Sellers | Magazines | Corporate Accounts | Amazon Shorts | Bargain Books | Used Books | Textbooks Search Amazon.com Books Web Search Join Amazon Prime and ship Two-Day for free and Overnight for $3.99. Already a member? Sign in . or Sign in to turn on 1-Click ordering. A9.com users save 1.57% on Amazon. Learn how . More Buying Choices 21 used & new from $1.05 Have one to sell? See larger image Share your own customer images Publisher: learn how customers can search inside this book. 100 Best Cruise Vacations, 2nd: The Top Cruises throughout the World for All Interests and Budgets (Paperback) by Theodore W. Scull (3 customer reviews) List Price: $19.95 Price: $19.95 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. See details Availability: This title usually ships within 4 to 6 weeks. Please note that special order titles occasionally go out of print, or publishers run out of stock. These hard-to-find titles are not discounted and are subject to an additional charge of $1.99 per book due to the extra cost of ordering them. We will notify you within 2-3 weeks if we have trouble obtaining this title. Ships from and sold by Amazon.com. 21 used & new available from $1.05 Other Editions: List Price: Our Price: Other Offers: Paperback (1.00) 21 used & new from $0.47 Better Together Buy this book with The Essential Little Cruise Book, 3rd: Secrets... byJim West today! Buy Together Today: $27.90 Customers who bought this book also bought The Unofficial Guide to Cruises by Kay Showker Berlitz 2005 Ocean Cruising & Cruise Ships (Berlitz Complete Guide to Cruising and Cruise Ships) by Douglas Ward The Essential Little Cruise Book, 3rd: Secrets from a Cruise Director for a Perfect Cruise Vacation by Jim West Cruise Vacations For Dummies 2005 (Dummies Travel) by Fran Wenograd Golden Fodor's FYI: Plan and Enjoy Your Cruise, 1st Edition : Experts Share Their Secrets (Special-Interest Titles) by Fodor Explore Similar Items : in Books Editorial Reviews Book Description In this guide cruise expert Ted Scull reveals the top 100 cruises available throughout the world based on his decades of cruising, research, and writing. From the Back Cover With hundreds of cruises available worldwide, choosing just the right one for your budget and taste can be a frustrating experience. Cruise travel expert Ted Scull leads the way to the best, but not necessarily the most expensive, cruises all over the world. Clipper ships sailing the Mediterranean, riverboats plying the Yangtze, catamarans cruising to the Great Barrier Reef, mega ships traveling among the Caribbean islands - whatever on-the-water experience you are looking for, you can find it in this authoritative guide. Each cruise profile includes cruise itineraries; ship amenities, atmosphere, cabins, and activities; fare ratings and listings of what's included and what's not; port information, including what to see and do; typical passenger profiles.(7 1/2 x 9, 272 pages, color photos) See all Editorial Reviews Product Details Paperback: 272 pages Publisher: Globe Pequot; 2.00 edition (October 1, 2001) Language: English ISBN: 0762709812 Product Dimensions: 9.0 x 7.6 x 0.7 inches Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds. ( View shipping rates and policies ) Average Customer Review: based on 3 reviews. ( Write a review. ) Amazon.com Sales Rank: Today: #693,635 in Books Yesterday: #692,950 in Books (Publishers and authors: improve your sales ) Other Editions: Paperback (1.00) | All Editions Customers interested in this title may also be interested in: Sponsored Links: What is this? Cruise Vacation Specials All Cruise Lines & Destinations. Big Web Discounts - Save up to 75%! Cruises.AmericasVacationCenter.com Save up to 75% on Cruises We offer great discounts on cruise vacations , holiday cruises and more vacationstogo.com Special Vacation Package Visit Atlantis, Paradise Island - a unique resort experience. www.atlantis.com Feedback Customers who viewed this book also viewed Stern's Guide to the Cruise Vacation 2005 (Stern's Guide to the Cruise Vacation) by Stern Steven B. Mediterranean By Cruise Ship: The Complete Guide to Mediterranean Cruising, Third Edition by Anne Vipond Cruise Chooser : Buyer's Guide to Cruise Bargains, Discounts & Deals by Mary Fallon Miller Frommer's Cruises & Ports of Call 2005 : From U.S. and Canadian Home Ports to the Caribbean, Alaska, Hawaii & More (Frommer's Complete) by Matt Hannafin Frommer's European Cruises & Ports of Call (Frommer's Complete) by Fran Wenograd Golden Explore Similar Items : in Books Customer Reviews Average Customer Review: Write an online review and share your thoughts with other customers. 8 of 8 people found the following review helpful: The Cream of the Cruise Crop , December 28, 2003 Reviewer: Robert I. Hedges (Burnsville, MN USA) - See all my reviews This book is exactly what you would expect it to be given the title: a book dedicated exclusively to 100 cruises that are the best in the world in the author's opinion. I agree with him more often than not, but some of the cruises are a bit esoteric and definitely out of the mainstream (particularly the China information), which is fine as long as you understand that is what you are getting here. Many fine itineraries are reviewed here with information on passenger demographics, activities, and cost presented in fine fashion. My biggest quibbles with the book's format is the lack of maps illustrating the geography of the trip to help get a better handle on where the itineraries actually go, and the lack of an easy to use cost index, which is a factor for many of us considering the astronomical costs of many of these cruises. As always, personal taste often dictates an individual's opinion of certain cruises. For instance, I prefer Celebrity's "Horizon" over their "Zenith," (which Mr. Scull prefers) for a Bermuda cruise. This is a fine book overall, if somewhat of a 'dream book.' It is excellent for generating ideas for new destinations and ships, and fills it's niche very well. If you are looking for more comprehensive cruise information, I would recommend "Berlitz Ocean Cruising and Cruise Ships 2003" by Douglas Ward as probably the single best cruise reference available, as it is amazingly complete. Was this review helpful to you? ( Report this ) 19 of 21 people found the following review helpful: Well worth the price considering the cost of cruises today. , November 6, 2000 Reviewer: A. Gathercoal "fdoamerica" (Norcross, GA) - See all my reviews If you are one of the 7 million people who will take a cruise in the coming year, then Theodore W. Scull's book, "100 Best Cruise Vacations," will be a good value. There are thousands of cruises to select from with various destinations, itineraries, ship size and cost. So which ones are the best value for the money? Which cruises have the best food, personnel, programs, accommodations, design and layouts? In Scull's book, you are introduced to his selection of the world's best. From small ships plying the Amazon or Yangzee Rivers to the behemoth liners of 110,000 tons and 2,600 passengers, Scull provides a comprehensive description of the 100 best cruises by explaining the ship and the itinerary in straightforward commentary. A side bar with pertinent information breakdown accompanies each cruise description. I especially like the thorough contact information provided to get additional information for each cruise, which includes website addresses. I was disappointed that there were no maps detailing where the cruise travels geographically. Likewise, I was annoyed with the absence of any tables or lists that would break down cruises versus their cost. Thus, if you are looking for a five-day cruise for less than $1,000, you must wade through all 100 listings and their cross reference to a dollar sign icon, which designates five levels of cost ranging from $100 to $600 per day (including accommodations, per person, double occupancy, outside cabin), then guess the cruise cost. Scull, a travel writer, has given us a useful resource with which to make a better qualitative choice when deciding on a vacation cruise. Worth the small investment when considering the financial outlay that any cruise these days will be. Recommended. Was this review helpful to you? ( Report this ) 13 of 20 people found the following review helpful: Best Cruise Book , April 1, 2000 Reviewer: This is one of the best books on travel you can buy. Lots of information on "best buy" cruises. I you are planning to vaction buy this book. I saved over $300.00 on my cruise using this book. An essential for any traveler. Was this review helpful to you? ( Report this ) Auctions and zShops sellers and our other stores recommend Scull, Theodore W.: 100 Best Cruise Vacations (Scond Edition). , New, Bargain Co (Price: $10.79) Listmania! SeaLetter Recommended Cruise B... : A list by "sealetter" Cruise Chooser's Top Cruise Bo... : A list by Anne Wright Cruise Diva's Favorite Cruise ... : A list by Linda Coffman Create a Listmania! list So You'd Like to... What Celebrities, Fairies, Feng Shui & a Dog Have in Common : A guide by J. H. Sweet , author of The Fairy Chronicles One Dozen Must-Have Books : A guide by kirstiexox , A Very Selective Reader Change It Up : A guide by Elgie Warren , New York Reader Create a So You'd Like to... guide Look for similar items by category Subjects > Nonfiction > Transportation > Ships > General Subjects > Travel > General > Cruises Subjects > Travel > General > Guidebooks Subjects > Travel > General > Reference Subjects > Travel > Specialty Travel > Budget Travel Look for similar items by subject Cruise ships Guidebooks Ocean travel Reference - Cruise Guides Reference - General Travel Travel - General Travel / General i.e., each book must be in subject 1 AND subject 2 AND ... This Book and You Sign in to rate this item Write a Review | Write a So You'd Like To... Guide | Tell a Friend About This Item | Rate This Item Spec tacular Readers Never misplace your reading glasses again with the hip and stylish magnetic readers from CliC . Make a Big Impression Create the perfect keepsake from your trip with a large format print from Shutterfly . Suggestion Box Your comments can help make our site better for everyone. If you've found something incorrect, broken, or frustrating on this page, let us know so that we can improve it. Please note that we are unable to respond directly to suggestions made via this form. If you need help with an order, please contact Customer Service . Please mark as many of the following boxes that apply: Product information is missing important details. Product information is incorrect. Propose corrections using our Online Catalog Update Form . The page contains typographical errors. The page takes too long to load. The page has a software bug in it. Content violates Amazon.com's policy on offensive language . Product offered violates Amazon.com's policy on items that can be listed for sale. Comments or Examples: Examples: Missing information such as dimensions and model number, typos, inaccuracies, etc. Where's My Stuff? • Track your recent orders . • View or change your orders in Your Account . Shipping & Returns • See our shipping rates & policies . • Return an item (here's our Returns Policy ). Need Help? • Forgot your password? Click here . • Redeem or buy a gift certificate. • Visit our Help department . Search Amazon.com Books Popular Music Music Downloads Classical Music DVD VHS Apparel Yellow Pages Movie Showtimes Toys Baby Computers Video Games Electronics Camera & Photo Software Tools & Hardware Office Products Magazines Sports & Outdoors Outdoor Living Kitchen Jewelry & Watches Beauty Gourmet Food Musical Instruments Health/Personal Care Pet Supplies Travel Cell Phones & Service Outlet Auctions zShops Everything Else Automotive for Amazon.com Home | Directory of All Stores Our International Sites: Canada | United Kingdom | Germany | Japan | France | China Help | Shopping Cart | Your Account | Sell Items | 1-Click Settings Investor Relations | Press Room | Careers Conditions of Use | Privacy Notice © 1996-2005, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates

Spain Travel

Hotels and Inns of Spain :: Travel Accommodation, Tourism :: Spain Vacation Inns and Hotels in Spain :: Travel and Accommodation in Spain :: Home Contact Us Charming Inns and Hotels in Spain Inns of Spain Part of Inns en Route Email Tel:+1.250.412.7336 Fax:+1.604.648.9356 - France Hotels - Portugal Hotels - Mallorca Hotels - Canary Islands Hotels - Paradores Hotels - Italy Hotels - Canada Hotels - USA Hotels - Costa Rica Hotels Inns of Spain represents over three hundred interesting, small and charming Spanish Hotels and Inns throughout mainland Spain and the islands. These inns include converted former monasteries, Asturian farmhouses, Galician pazos, historic castles, Andalusian cortijos, country inns, and many elegant hotels in Spain’s fascinating towns and cities. Some of these attractive inns are in the Canary Islands and Balearic islands . The charm, warmth and service at these Spanish Inns is unparalleled. Most are independently owned, family operated businesses conveniently located for touring itineraries of Spain and the islands. InnsofSpain.com showcases these Spanish inns and hotels, allowing you to easily browse, select and reserve rooms in these special properties. We also include frank comments and observations from our clients who have stayed at these inns to help you in your decision-making. If you prefer larger properties in historic settings, we also represent the Paradores group. In addition to these special places in Spain, we represent similar small, charming inns throughout France , Portugal and Italy . Our newest sites are Costa Rica , USA and Canada . Inns of Argentina and Inns of Morocco will be on our site in the new year. City Hotel Finder A Coruna Arcos Avila Barcelona Bilbao Burgos Cadiz Cordoba Cuenca Denia Estepona Gaucin Gijon Girona Granada Guadalajara Huelva Javea Jerez La Coruna Logrono Madrid Malaga Marbella Merida Nerja Ourense Oviedo Palma Ribadesella Ronda Salamanca San Sebastian Santander Santiago de Compostela Segovia Sevilla Tarifa Tarragona Toledo Trujillo Ubeda Valencia Xativa Zafra Prices: Low Medium High -- -- New Feria de Sevilla April 25 to 30 2006 - note that some hotels have extra high season rates before and after Feria also. Semana Santa (Easter week) in 2006 is April 9 to 16. Early in 2006 we will include some very special places in Argentina and Morocco. We are excited about both of these countries and believe they offer safe, unique and special experiences for the independent traveller. At the beginning of January we will offer another forty small hotels throughout Spain. Many are located in out-of-the-way places and are a delightful mix of very old buildings with wonderfully modern and stylish interiors. Posada Molino del Canto is an unusual little countryside hotel (with just six rooms), that was once a mill and miller's house. It is located in the Valley of Zamanzas, on the edge of the River Ebro. The hotel is 88 km. from Santander and 77 km. to the fascinating city of Burgos. The hotel has a delightful dining room or, in the summer, enjoy sitting outside for breakfast or dinner. Villa Turistica Bubion is offered as a base from which to explore the Alpujarra region. A little hotel village surrounded by peaks, it is ideal for those who love hiking and outdoor activities. Some of the little casitas are big enough for six people. Posada del Marques is 22 km. from the wonderful city of Leon. It was once part of a monastery, with a fascinating history, and part of the building is still used by a religious order and you can listen to the Gregorian chants in the church each day. There are just eleven ensuite rooms. Pago del Vicario is close to Ciudad Real and is a perfect destination for those interested in wine-making and wine. A new hotel, in the centre of the vineyards, and with a superb restaurant and cellar. A perfect place to taste, chat with the vintners and learn about the Bodega's special offerings. Hotel Bremon is a lovely hotel in the heart of Cardona, that was once a school for Carmelite nuns. There are nineteen comfortable rooms and a delightful restaurant. Special events over the summer in various locations: 6 July Medieval tournament in Hita, Guadalajara. 13 and 14 July, Medieval fair in Noia, Galicia. Fridays in July and August Medieval fair in Besalu. 9 August. Medieval tournament in Cortegana, Huelva. 10 August Medieval Tornament in Alba de Tormes, Valladolid. 9, 10 and 11 August Medieval fair in A Coruna. 24 August, Circo romano in Guinzo de Limia, Orense. 30 August Medieval Fair in Almassera, Valencia. 31 August Medieval tournament Casa de los Naranjos is an economically-priced twenty room hotel in the heart of Cordoba. In a typical Cordoban style, with two storeys and a central courtyard, it offers comfortable rooms in a central location. Finca El Tossal is a five room inn (with a delightful swimming pool) located inland from Altea. More News Are there any fees for using your service? Is information submitted to Inns en Route Inc. secure? There is availability, how do I make a reservation? More FAQ's Many thanks for your excellent follow-up – your planning was terrific AT May we compliment you on the efficiency of your service MA I will recommend this website to anyone going to Spain. JB More Kudos | Main | Spain Hotels Map | Spain Hotels List | News | FAQ | | Search | Fine Print | Travel Tips | Spain Car Rental | Maps of Spain | | My Reservation | Other Sites | Hoteliers | Contact Us | Site Map

travel insurance direct we

Travel Insurance - USA Travel Insurance Products USA Flight Insurance is a leading travel insurance authority. By selling travel insurance direct we save our customers up to 50% in commissions charged by other companies. Travel insurance can be arranged months in advance of a trip, and our fully trained and friendly staffs are happy to provide advice and general information as well as issuing quotes and policies. Travel insurance is one type of insurance you are guaranteed to use. We need medical attention from time to time, and some of us need it quite often. When it is needed, you want to focus on getting better ­ not on how you are going to come up with the money to pay your medical bills. A good travel insurance plan allows you to focus on what's most important, your physical well being. Is there anyone who doesn't need travel insurance? Even if you're young, healthy and haven't had to see a physician in years, you never know when you might be involved in an accident or be diagnosed with a serious medical condition. While your health coverage will pay for things that aren't too costly like routine doctor's visits or lab tests, the main reason to have coverage is to have protection against the potentially tragic cost of serious injury or illness. You may consider it as an annoyance and an extra expense, and hopefully you may never need to use it - but travel insurance is vital if you are going abroad. Travel insurance takes much of the stress out of unforeseen events (such as loss of valuable or luggage, delay or cancellation), as well as protecting you against the (often very high) cost of medical treatment. You might decide not to buy travel insurance because you think you're covered elsewhere. But you need to make sure that you're adequately protected. Don't be tricked into thinking that the travel accident insurance that comes with your credit card gives you full travel coverage - it doesn't. Travel Articles Inexpensive Things to do in Atlanta during the summer Slip into some shorts and a cotton shirt and prepare to have wholesome, cheap fun in Atlanta during the summer. From free concerts to inexpensive Asian meals, Take One magazines to Starbucks on every corner, and down the way to Little Five Points where parking is cheap and refundable, and shops call out to you on the sidewalks with their air- conditioned caverns. Read more... Main Menu Home Page Travel Insurance Flight Insurance Articles Travel Advice Health Center Insurance Terms Travel Forums Contact Us About Us Site Map Who's Online We have 10 guests online Travel Forums - Housing Bubble Home default notices spike Freddie Mac CEO says high-end housing bubble in some markets (CBS Market Watch) If Housing Slumps, How Safe Are You? (BusinessWeek Online via Yahoo! News) Seattle may escape housing bubble (Seattle Post-Intelligencer) Fed chief keeps eye on housing (Kansas City Star) USA Travel Insurance Insurance Licence #0E66207. All rights reserved.

Family Vacation Ideas Winter

family vacations - family travel deals & family vacation ideas  You are here: About > Travel > Travel with Kids Travel Travel with Kids Essentials Family Vacation Ideas Winter and Spring Break All-Inclusive Resorts Ten Latest Family Travel Deals Family Resorts: top places; photos Articles & Resources Family Travel: What's Hot Top Vacation Spots VT, ME, NH, CT, MA, NY, PA Mexico Family Vacations Caribbean Vacations More Beach Vacations Florida Family Vacations Resorts with Water Park More Family Resorts Fun Places for Kids Disney Vacations Family Cruises Babies;Teens;Single Parents Lots More Destinations Family Travel TIPS, GAMES Buyer's Guide TAKE ALONG: Christmas books Christmas flicks Activity Kits more CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Travel with Kids newsletter! See Online Courses   Search Travel with Kids From Teresa Plowright , Your Guide to Travel with Kids . FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! Bunch of family travel deals Latest deals added include a January Travel Special at the one-of-a kind Atlantis Bahamas (with 14-acre "waterscape", shark lagoons, subterranean giant aquariums with Atlantis theme, lazy river, and waterslides-- not to mention spa, dining, and casino.) Also: Alaska Airlines Vacations has announced the return of its Kids Fly Free to Disneyland deal: a great promotion that both Alaska and United Airlines repeat every year for travel after New Year's. Alaska's travel dates extend through most of June. Check out these promotions and more of the Ten Latest Travel Deals : then check back frequently, as new deals get slotted in. Wednesday December 28, 2005 | permalink First Nights! "First Night" events celebrate New Year's with family-friendly festivities-- and as if that weren't good enough, they're low-cost, too. Read more about First Night events , and find celebrations in many cities. Wednesday December 28, 2005 | permalink Top Family Travel Trends in 2005 It's that time of year... to pause the mad dash of daily life, and try to figure out, how the heck did all those months go by so fast, and what the heck did it all mean? Family Travel Trend Number 1: Splish, Splash Our pick for biggest family vacation trend for 2005 is Big Splashes at Family Resorts : a whole bunch of resorts opened private water parks for their guests this year -- such as Nickelodeon Family Suites by Holiday Inn (aka NickHotel), pictured right, in Orlando, which added not one but two water parks. Trend Two: new major players on the family vacation scene In this flurry of water play in 2005, one can see some major new players muscling their way up and out of the local scene. Great Wolf Lodge , for example -- one of the main resorts in waterpark super-town, Wisconsin Dells-- leads the pack in expanding beyond the Dells: its new Great Wolf Poconos resort (left) joins properties in Niagara Falls, Virginia, Sandusky Ohio, and more. Meanwhile, The Atlantis was already a behemoth in the Bahamas, with it's amazing 14-acre "waterscape". Now, it's not only expanding there -- with an upscale new Tower and a major new waterpark area -- its also about to replicate. The Atlantis The Palms Dubai is being built half-way around the globe, with 50-acre waterscape, a Ziggurat Temple with eight waterslides, 2-kilometer river ride, and much more. These brand-building resort openings make one wonder: what about NickHotel ? Can a concept this good be confined to one place? Trend Three: So who's your animated character? NickHotel is a good illustration of another trend, with its celebrity residents SpongeBob SquarePants, Dora the Explorer, the RugRats, and other animated characters from Nickelodeon tv. Animated characters have of course long been a feature at the Disney theme parks,but these days, they're popping up in more and more places. SpongeBob has done guest appearances at a number resorts. Elmo and Cookie Monster hang out at Beaches Resorts , thanks to a multi-year deal with Sesame Street. So will we see bidding wars, among resorts desperate for cartoon mascots? Stay tuned, in 2006... The big(gest) picture There were of course many more Grand Openings etc. in 2005 -- see Family Travel Newsmakers for a few. All the above paints a picture of a burgeoning time for family travel. Families are traveling more together, a trend that grew after 9-11. Also, it's so easy to "bring the kids" when virtually every resort has a kids' club, and some take kids' programs to soaring heights. But perhaps the most important travel story of 2005 is an invisible one: no news is good news, as, thankfully, another year of travel has proceeded peacefully with no trauma of terrorist attacks. Yet 2005 did see destruction: the tsunami and hurricane season battered many tourist zones, not only causing immediate damage but reminding everyone how important tourism is for local welfare. So please remember these areas as we open up the old hearts and wallets, in the last days of 2005. See also: Family Travel News-makers in 2005 2005: Big Splashes -- new indoor and outdoor water parks at Family Resorts Sunday December 25, 2005 | permalink Bookmark the NORAD Tracks Santa site! It's not a family trip, but it's certainly a trip that fascinates families... Every year, the official NORAD site gives a bit of magic to millions of kids: they can watch Santa's flight tracked by an official aerospace agency. Make sure you have the website-- and the right plug-ins-- all lined up for the big night. See: Track Santa on Christmas Eve at the NORAD web site . Saturday December 24, 2005 | permalink Christmas at Hershey - & Holiday Season countdown Three hours from NYC, 1.5 hours from Baltimore, "Chocolate Town USA" has several attractions, most notably Hersheypark and a historic hotel. In December, Hersheypark turns into Christmas Candyland. Even better, Hershey PA has a bunch of holiday getaway packages. Read about Christmas at Hershey . And lots more, in the Holiday Season Countdown: Gift ideas for traveling kids : baby gifts, stuffies, Leapfrog Leapster, activity kits, and more Ten Holiday Packages : "Home for the Holidays" package in Vermont with Christmas trimmings, including your own tree to decorate in your room; The Polar Express train in New Hampshire; 12 Days of Christmas at Sea Island... new : Holiday Package in the White Mountains, NH Disney Christmas: special events at Disney World include Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights; Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party; Holidays Around the World and Candlelight Processional... and that's not all. more Holiday Season in Orlando : it's the uber -destination for families, and the fun keeps escalating many more Holiday Season events in many cities Christmas Eve: on the big night, don't forget to track Santa's flight! Every year, the official NORAD site gives a bit of magic to millions of kids: they can watch Santa's flight tracked by an official aerospace agency. Make sure you have the website-- and the right plug-ins-- lined up and ready to go, to Track Santa's Flight on Christmas Eve. Kwanzaa : many cities have Kwanzaa celebrations , from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1 New Year's Eve: finally, wrap up the year with a First Night : family-friendly and affordable New Year's Eve celebrations, staged in many cities. Read more... Saturday December 17, 2005 | permalink 2005: Big Splashes -- new indoor and outdoor water parks at Family Resorts Looking back at the year that was: in 2005 a trend become a tidal wave as multiple family resorts made major splashes with on-site water parks for their guests. For example: Sunset Beach Resort & Spa -- a value-priced all-inclusive in Jamaica-- opened the Pirate's Paradise water-park, above. Click to read about new water parks at Nickelodeon Family Suites by Holiday Inn, Great Wolf Lodge in the Poconos, Six Flags Great Escape Lodge and Indoor Waterpark, Sunset Beach Resort in Jamaica; and a major planned waterpark at the Atlantis Resort. See also: Family Travel Trends in 2005 Family Travel Newsmakers in 2005 Wednesday December 14, 2005 | permalink Visit an Ice Hotel It's like the essence of winter: so ethereally beautiful, so crystal cold, so melted by spring. There are two Ice Hotels, one in Sweden, one in Quebec. Far more people do tours than stay overnight; but those who do stay sleep in warm mummy-bags on top of reindeer skins on top of sculpted-ice beds: is this cool, or what? 28 degrees cool... read about the Ice Hotel in Sweden and Quebec take a photo tour of a past Ice Hotel in Quebec Note : check out a Happy Frosty Holidays promotion at the Quebec Ice Hotel Saturday December 10, 2005 | permalink Family Vacation Idea: Marien Coral by Hilton Coral by Hilton is a brand of the giant Hilton chain that should pique the interest of families: these four resorts in the Dominican Republic are all-inclusive, have kids clubs and are family-friendly, and offer a good price point. See photos of the Marien Coral by Hilton , and a profile for families , too. See more resorts in the Dominican Republic See also these other recent resort profiles: NEW: Natura Park Eco-Resort , DR: in Punta Cana, Bavara Beach area Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman : Ambassadors of the Environment Kids Program created by jean-Michel Cousteau Great Wolf Poconos : brand new; rustic chic and indoor waterpark Six Flags Great Escape Lodge and Indoor Waterpark : also brand new, and the first hotel with indoor waterpark in NY state Hilton Los Cabos : sheltered cove for swimming (a plus in Los Cabos) Riu Ocho Rios : brand-new all-inclusive in Jamaica Dreams Los Cabos : all-inclusive in the popular Los Cabos area in Baja, western Mexico Grace Bay Club : luxury resort in Turks & Caicos; suites, kids program Monday December 05, 2005 | permalink Family Vacation Idea: Ski Utah Think Utah's out of the way? Think again: hop a direct flight (on an economy airline like Southwest) to Salt Lake City. Just an hour after you land you can be airborne again: on a ski lift. Solitude has a "village" that's great for families, with outdoor pools, game room, mini-movie theater. And there's six other resorts less than an hour from the airport. Click above for Solitude, or read about Alta terrific skiers-only ski resort , or other Salt Lake City skiing . More Ski Resorts: Colorado, Vermont, etc. Saturday December 03, 2005 | permalink "Snowland" at Great Wolf Lodge Great Wolf Lodge is one of the top resorts with indoor waterparks in that top town for indoor waterworks, Wisconsin Dells; and Great Wolf Lodge is leading the pack in building new properties in other states. Latest opening is in the Great Wolf Lodge Poconos , pictured right: with great-looking rustic chic, all-suite guestrooms, and a 78,000 sq. ft waterpark. As if the waterpark wasn't enough fun, Great Wolf Lodge has launched a new holiday tradition: from Dec. 2 to Dec. 31, "Snowland" will transform the resort's Grand Lobby with snowflakes, icicles, and indoor snow (though guests can still sit by the fire and sip hot choc.) Snowland also means many themed holiday events... Other Great Wolf Lodges -- in Sandusky OH, Wisconsin Dells, and more-- have Snowland too. Read more... Monday November 28, 2005 | permalink Display Latest Headlines | | | Read Archives powered by Movable Type Advertisement Most Popular Charades -How To Play Charades Family Vacation Spots The Atlantis Resort Great Places to See Santa Disney Christmas Magic Kingdom What's Hot Grand Floridian Chinese New Year - 2006 Poconos Great Wolf Lodge photo Dog Friendly Hotels, inns, lodges -- find dog-friendly vacat... Kwanzaa Related Topics Florida for Visitors New England for Visitors Theme Parks Hotels / Resorts / Inns Parenting of K-6 Children        Topic Index | Email to a Friend Our Story | Be a Guide | Advertising Info | Work at About | Site Map | Icons | Help User Agreement | Ethics Policy | Patent Info. | Privacy Policy | Kids' Privacy Policy ©2005 About, Inc., A part of the New York Times Company . All rights reserved. Around About New Video iPod - Review POLL: Must-Have Gadgets VIDEO: Portable Gaming VIDEO: Choosing a TV Hugh Hefner's Life What's Hot Grand Floridian Chinese New Year - 2006 Poconos Great Wolf Lodge photo Dog Friendly Hotels, inns, lodges -- find dog-friendly vacat... Kwanzaa Headlines Bunch of family travel deals Latest deals added include a January Travel Special at the... First Nights! "First Night" events celebrate New Year's with family-friendly festivities-- and... Top Family Travel Trends in 2005 It's that time of year... to pause the mad dash... Bookmark the NORAD Tracks Santa site! It's not a family trip, but it's certainly a trip...

Orlando Vacation Rentals Rates:

Orlando Vacation Homes: Vacation Properties in Orlando, Florida Orlando Vacation Home Rentals Vacation Homes are fully furnished houses/condominiums that come with full kitchens and laundry facilities. These homes are available for rent for at least six (6) months out of the year. Location: Home > United States > Florida > Greater Orlando > Orlando > Where to Stay > Vacation Home Rentals Families First Vacation Homes 215 Celebration Place, Suite 100 Celebration FL USA 34747 Rates: USD 69 - 369 — Families First Vacation Homes offers a wide array of full size homes with a full kitchen, a living room, a dining area, a patio and a private pool. Also offered are townhomes in a resort setting with a community pool, a fitness area, a play area and meeting rooms. Vacation rental homes are located in the Kissimmee, Davenport and Clermont areas, close to Disney and other major Orlando attractions. Send an Email (7) Add to My TravelGuide! Tel: 1 877 696-8912 Attach Event | Edit Listing Owners Rentals 348-255 Newport Drive Port Moody BC CA V3H 5H1 Owners Rentals offers a number of villa rentals in Kissimmee and Orlando that are conveniently located near Disney World, Universal Studios and golf courses. All vacation home rentals are booked directly from the owners and are ideal places to stay while exploring all that the area has to offer. Whether its a villa on a golf course or a luxury villa with a swimming pool, Owners Rentals makes dreams become a reality. Send an Email (1) Add to My TravelGuide! Tel: 604 945-3548 Attach Event | Edit Listing Owners Rentals - Villa #105 . Orlando FL USA V3H 5H1 Situated in the residential area of Florida Pines, this luxurious vacation villa is just 15 minutes from Walt Disney World. Four bedrooms are offered at this home, as well as laundry facilities, a fully equipped kitchen and a private outdoor swimming pool. Supermarkets, restaurants and shops are located a short distance from this vacation villa. Send an Email Add to My TravelGuide! Tel: 604 945-3548 Attach Event | Edit Listing Owners Rentals - Villa #389 Southern Dunes Golf & Country Club Orlando FL USA 32804 Conveniently located on Southern Dunes Golf and Country Club, this vacation villa overlooks the first fairway and features four bedrooms. Villa amenities include a games room, private outdoor 26-foot swimming pool, fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, Internet and an entertainment system. This villa is located near all Orlando attractions and is part of a gated community where a restaurant, tennis courts and an additional communal swimming pool are found. Send an Email Add to My TravelGuide! Tel: 604 945-3548 Attach Event | Edit Listing Owners Rentals - Villa #70 . Orlando FL USA V3H 5H1 This luxurious vacation villa overlooks the 10th green of the Highlands Reserve Golf Course and features three bedrooms. Located just 15 minutes from Walt Disney World, this home is conveniently equipped with a full kitchen, outdoor swimming pool, hot tub and laundry facilities. The private villa is in a quiet, exclusive golf course neighborhood that features a children's playground, community pool, tennis court and a full service golf course. Send an Email Add to My TravelGuide! Tel: 604 945-3548 Attach Event | Edit Listing Casa Bobbie Orlando 2632 Walden Court Orlando FL USA 34743 The Casa Bobbie Orlando can be found on Walden Court and features three bedrooms and two bathrooms, as well as an outdoor pool. Located near to Disney. Add to My TravelGuide! Tel: 1 888 603-5334 Attach Event | Edit Listing Cypress Pointe Grand Villas 8651 Treasure Cay Lane Orlando FL USA 32836 Luxurious and fun. The pool has a central volcano and an outdoor spa and for all members of the family. All units have full kitchens and the two bedroom units have laundry facilites. Add to My TravelGuide! Tel: 1 407 238-2300 Attach Event | Edit Listing 1st Class Orlando Vacation Rentals Rates: USD $89-$299 — 1st Class Orlando Vacation Rentals offers three to seven room Orlando vacation homes, all with private pools and within three to ten miles of Walt Disney World. Address: Formosa Gardens Blvd. Kissimmee FL USA 34747 Send an Email (2) Add to My TravelGuide! Tel: 1 407 893-7301 Attach Event | Edit Listing Florida Pool Homes Rates: USD $89-$300 — Offering three to seven bedroom Orlando vacation homes & condo rentals. Address: 209 Town Center Boulevard Davenport FL USA 33896 Send an Email Add to My TravelGuide! Tel: 1 863 420-2228 Attach Event | Edit Listing Florida Spirit Vacation Homes Rates: USD 130 - 170 — Three, four or five bedroom homes with private heated pools. Homes located within 15 minutes of Walt Disney World. Many homes on golf courses or lake front. Address: 8281 Champions Gate Blvd ChampionsGate FL USA 33896 Send an Email (12) Add to My TravelGuide! Tel: 1 407 396-4441 Attach Event | Edit Listing High Grove Villa Rates: GBP 450 - 595 — The High Grove Villa is a Mediterranean style villa with a private pool and spa. Located six miles from Disney, this vacation home features a computer with free high speed internet access, free local, long distance and international telephone calls, a games room, a Playstation 2 plus games and TVs in all the bedrooms. Address: . Orlando FL USA Send an Email Add to My TravelGuide! Attach Event | Edit Listing Orlando Villas Florida Offering a selection of Orlando villas near Disney World for rent. Address: . Orlando FL USA Send an Email Add to My TravelGuide! Attach Event | Edit Listing Rental Home Close to Disney This is a newly built rental home with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, pool and all modern conveniences located at bridgewater crossing. Sleeps up to 10 people. Address: 217 Whitier Street Orlando FL 33837 Send an Email (6) Add to My TravelGuide! Tel: 1 413 622-6809 Attach Event | Edit Listing Vacation Condo in Orlando Rates: USD $499/week — This condo in the Ventura Country Club offers golf, tennis, a pool, a Jacuzzi, a clubhouse, a bar, a restaurant, fitness facilities, a gated entrance and more. Fully furnished for two to six people, the condo has a screened patio and is close to attractions, the beach, shopping and supermarkets. Rates are $499 per week, with no cleaning fees, and includes a free bottle of wine and sodas, a free coupon package and more. Address: 3967 Atrium Dr Orlando FL USA 32822 Send an Email (14) Add to My TravelGuide! Tel: 1 407 207-2617 Attach Event | Edit Listing Ventura Country Club - Golf Condos Enjoy comfortable country club living at reasonable rates, located near Disney. This luxury condo situated in the Oasis at Ventura Country Club is furnished and equipped to a high standard with all the comforts of home, including 24-hour gated security and an 18-hole championship golf course with owners/guest preferential rates. Address: 3900-126 Southpointe Drive Orlando FL 32822 Send an Email (5) Add to My TravelGuide! Tel: 1 407 281-7091 Attach Event | Edit Listing Site Map | Advertise With Us | Suggest a Site | Link to Us | Tell a Friend | Company Info | Contact Us ©1994-2005 World Web Technologies Inc. | Terms of Use | Privacy Policy