Crowds at the Mt. Dora Craft Festival. Credit: mountdoracraftfair.com.
By Derek Brown
Professional golf, a juried craft show and master winemakers aren’t normally what come to mind when people think of going on a cheap Florida vacation. However, fall’s an excellent time to discover a grown-up Orlando. October 21-23 will bring all of the above to The City Beautiful, Orlando. (more…)
Save your vacation dollars at a cheap Orlando hotel equipped with a kitchenette.
By Valerie Moloney
I like dining out as much as everyone else, but when it comes to feeding my family while on vacation, the expenses are as hard to swallow as the $5 bottled water in any given theme park. During our last family vacation, we found a cheap Orlando hotel equipped with a kitchenette to be a lifesaver. Thank goodness for the four-burner stoves; why pay Denny’s $40 for breakfast when you can cook your own eggs and toast in the privacy of your own room? And the best part: Not having to make yourself up just to look halfway decent in front of the rest of the guests in line for the free Rice Krispies.
When you’re craving your own little dining den, consider this pair of Orlando hotels for your next getaway: (more…)
This week's travel deals include a cheap Orlando hotel and a cheap Las Vegas hotel.
Cheap Orlando hotel: Lake Buena Vista Resort Village and Spa is a four-star resort located close to all of Orlando's big attractions. The all-suite accommodations, featuring generously equipped kitchens and full living rooms are ideal for family travel. With amenities including two pools, a full spa and free scheduled transportation to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World, this won't feel like a cheap Orlando hotel. Book now and get 35% off each night through September 7.
Cheap Las Vegas hotel: With its permanent circus and theme park, Circus Circus is another hotel that's ideal for family travel. Rooms start from $26 a night July 16, and this cheap Las Vegas hotel is offering a discount to make it an even better travel deal: Get 30% off each night through January 31.
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If you're looking for a cheap vacation destination this summer, these travel deals may help. We've found savings of up to 55% for cheap hotels in top vacation destinations including Orlando, Jamaica and Hawaii. Picture yourself in one of these sunny spots:
Cheap Orlando hotel: Floridays Orlando Resort is ideal for family vacations with its fully equipped kitchens and two- and three-bedroom suites. The four-star hotel offers free shuttle service to Disney World, Universal Studios and SeaWorld, and whirlpool tubs, balconies and large-screen TVs add a touch of luxury. Save 50% on each night of your stay when you book your vacation by October 1 and travel through January 1.
Cheap Jamaica hotel: Get away from it all with a cheap vacation at the Holiday Inn SunSpree Resort Montego Bay All Inclusive. This three-star hotel sits on a half mile of white sand beach. Four tennis courts, non-motorized water sports and a variety of restaurants keep guests entertained. Get 50% off stays through December 18.
Cheap Oahu hotel: Vacation in the heart of Waikiki at the AQUA Waikiki Wave. This three-star boutique hotel is just a block from the beach and close to Waikiki's great shopping and restaurants. Amenities include in-room microwaves and refrigerators, free Wi-Fi and a fitness center. Save up to 55% through June 30.
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