Plan Your Best Orlando Vacation Yet: How Vacation Rentals By Owner Give You More And Help You Save

Orlando is a haven for fun family activities. From Disney World to Gatorworld and everything in between, there are literally weeks worth of activities here.

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If you're bringing along the kids, the grandparents and maybe even the cousins, it only makes sense to take advantage of the many Orlando vacation rentals available. You won't pay extra for additional rooms, won't have to request adjoining rooms and can even make your own breakfast and dinner to save a few dollars.

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In Orlando, there are literally thousands of vacation rentals to choose from. You might rent a villa, condo, apartment or pool house. These Orlando vacation rentals are equipped with more than a regular hotel room (some including plasma TVs and hot tubs) but might cost the same or even less than an Orlando-area hotel room.

Once you find your Orlando villa rental and settle in for your vacation, it's time to explore this exciting and activity-filled city.

Since Disney is the destination of the majority of Orlando visitors, you'll likely start there. You could spend days exploring the wonder of the Magic kingdom and Epcot alone. But don't forget to take time to visit Disney's two water parks - Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon.

After you're done with Disney, take a day off to enjoy the pool or hot tub at your Orlando-area villa rental or spend a day shopping at Downtown Disney, which is full of upscale, family, and unique shops and fun restaurants. Or head for Orlando's Old Town, an outdoor shopping area full of restaurants, amusement park rides and more than 75 specialty shops.

Once you're relaxed and ready to resume activities, consider Universal Studios or head for the Kennedy Space Center, located just about 45 minutes away from Orlando. There, you might meet an astronaut, train in a spaceflight simulator, or visit the Astronaut Hall of Fame. If you're lucky, you might see a space shuttle lifting off.

When you're ready for something a little different, take a drive from your Orlando villa rental one day to the Holy Land Experience. Dubbed a "living, biblical museum that takes you 6,000 miles away and 2,000 years back in time to the land of the bible," it's sure to be an outing to write home about.

For another fun outing sure to challenge the mind, explore Wonderworks, a museum/interactive facility which is called "an amusement park for the mind".

Although Orlando is home to many high-energy activities, there are many relaxing options available as well. Of course, you can always relax at your Orlando vacation rental, but you might want to head out to one of the more than 100 golf courses in the area or go shopping at the upscale Mall of Millennia. Check out Bill's Airboat Adventures, where you can take a guided airboat tour of the marshlands and backwaters of the St. Johns River.

No matter what you choose to do in Orlando - and there are many options - you'll surely enjoy retreating each night to the comfort and homey feeling of your Orlando-area vacation rental.

Plan Your Best Orlando Vacation Yet: How Vacation Rentals By Owner Give You More And Help You Save

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SeaWorld Orlando Florida - Savings, Entertainment and Meal Tips

Planning a family vacation can be loads of fun, especially if SeaWorld Orlando is your destination. Resources are available to help with the research and planning including automobile clubs and online travel resources. In this article I will share savings, entertainment and meal tips that made our multiple visits enjoyable and perhaps may add to your family's enjoyment of this wonderful park.

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Save on SeaWorld Orlando Park Tickets

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We purchased our park tickets online at the SeaWorld website and were able to buy adult tickets at the children's ticket price and receive a second visit free! We enjoyed having an additional day to visit the second half of the park. We also found the free second day tickets needed to be collected at the Customer Service desk located on the left after walking through the Main Entrance.

Save on Parking at SeaWorld Orlando Florida

The park offers Shamu V.I.P. parking at an increased rate over the regular parking rate. The V.I.P. parking provides parking closer to the park entrances. In March 2009 the Shamu V.I.P. parking rate was versus the regular parking rate at the time of .00. The tip I would like to share here is that We found arriving at the park within one hour of opening gave us access to parking lot B which was within close walking distance to either of the park's entrances, especially the entrance closest to Parking Lot B. It is close, convenient and cost efficient!

Entertainment and Food Tips for SeaWorld Orlando Florida

The Believe Show and the Blue Horizon shows are must-see shows that the entire family will enjoy! Arrive early at the shows and secure your favorite seat! For the Believe Show, my family sat in the soak zone hoping to get drenched by one of the whales, while I sat in a beautiful seat that was dry and still had a great unobstructed view. The music, animals, and trainers provided stunning entertainment. If you arrive early to the Believe Show there is a snack bar located at the base of the stadium if you want a little snack to enjoy prior to the show start time.

The Blue Horizon show is outstanding also and if you enjoy taking and watching video the center section aisle seats are sure to be the place to record fantastic video of the show. As with the Believe Show the Blue Horizon show is a beautiful showcase of color and imagery including macaws, a condor and the famously acrobatic dolphins.

Mango Joe's is the place to go for outdoor dining with great food and beautiful surroundings! Located close to the Believe show stadium and the Wild Artic attraction, this was a perfect spot for fajitas, chicken fingers and fries, fresh garden wraps,chocolate cake, and a couple adult beverages! The food was fresh and the al fresco dining was superb.

Several Reasons to Smile

SeaWorld Orlando is a fantastic park. During our visits we have found the staff members to all be gracious, the park and facilities to be very clean, and a large assortment of activities including lots of rides. A trip to SeaWorld Orlando is sure to please, and with a little savings on tickets and parking, there are even more reasons to smile!

SeaWorld Orlando Florida - Savings, Entertainment and Meal Tips

Laura Lyter lives near Lancaster, PA enjoys spending time with family making memories, especially on vacations!

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Can Upholstery Cleaners Really Make A Difference In Commercial Areas?

Upholstery cleaners are often used for many auto detailing and domestic cleaning jobs. These cleaning machines are ideal for tackling the interiors of small vehicles to RVs to boat interiors. They can also be very handy for cleaning up a sticky spot or stain on the couch or carpet at home. These systems have many uses in other commercial capacities as well. The hotel industry and other areas of the hospitality sector in particular, can benefit from upholstery cleaning units in a number of different ways.

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The Sofa in the Lobby

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In order to understand the need for good upholstery cleaners, we need to understand the cleaning needs of a place like a hotel lobby. The hotel lobby is a very important place for a number of different reasons. Not only is it openly visible to guests and visitors, it also sees a lot of traffic. Because these areas are so visible, hotels take special efforts to ensure the carpeting and the furniture always looks the very best. However, the constant traffic does not make this an easy task. From a spilled drink to a child's muddy shoe to dropped cigarette ash, a hotel lobby sofa often has to deal with different stains and debris. Cleaning these kinds of deposits is not always an easy task. The job needs to be done quickly but it needs to be done effectively as well.

The best upholstery cleaners for commercial areas do not rely on any kind of harsh chemical cleaning agents to remove dirt and debris. Upholstery cleaning should be used with green cleaning chemicals to remove sediments and stains that may be deeply embedded in the upholstery. This means that there is no risk of harsh chemical traces or fumes being left behind after cleaning. By using the right type of wands, these units can easily clean hard-to-reach areas.

Suction and Extraction

When choosing the right upholstery cleaners and upholstery cleaning machines for commercial areas, drying times need to be considered. Certain upholstery steam cleaners and carpet cleaners use large amounts of water for cleaning. This means the upholstery is often quite damp afterwards and takes a long time to dry out completely. This could lead to foul odors or germ and bacteria growth if the upholstery can't dry out completely. Damp upholstery also poses an inconvenience as guests will not be able to use the area until it has dried out completely. It is not very feasible for a hotel to cordon off their lobby for hours on end, simply so the upholstery can dry out. To avoid this problem, it is better to invest in cleaning units like carpet cleaner, upholstery steam cleaner that rely more on suction and extraction powers to remove dirt.

Upholstery cleaners and carpet cleaners that use less water for cleaning do not compromise on cleaning power in any way. These upholstery cleaning machines and upholstery steam cleaners use precise and strong suction power in order to loosen and remove sedimentation and debris completely. In this way, the upholstery can dry out completely and quickly, without the risk of foul odors or germ growth.

Can Upholstery Cleaners Really Make A Difference In Commercial Areas?

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Wusthof Knives Sets - The Best in Kitchen Cutlery

Wusthof has been manufacturing international standard cutlery since the 1814. The company prides itself for being hands on in all the processes of making a knife from start to finish. Wusthof knives sets exhibit meticulous attention to detail and precise hand-finishing. The brand is an established name in the cookware industry for being a pioneer knife manufacturer and the uncompromising and consistent quality of its knives.

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Wusthof has one of the most extensive knife collections you can find. They come in various designs and price range; some of them better than others - but the Wusthof trademark of quality in itself is one reason why customers keep purchasing Wusthof knives. Sets of cutlery available for purchase include Wusthof's Classic knives, Culinar, Le Cordon Bleu, Ikon, Grand Prix II, Gourmet, and the Emerilware collection. With the choices available, anyone has the liberty to select which Wusthof best suits his cooking needs.

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Let us take a look at some Wusthof knives sets and the features that sets them apart from other types of cutlery:

Wusthof Classic Knives

Wusthof Classic brings high-performance knives that will never go out of style. Featuring a three-rivet handle design, the best selling line has remained a top customer favorite over the past several years. Traditional handles and blade design are some of the distinctive features of these Wusthof knives. Wusthof Classic is a solid choice for those looking for basic, reliable knives.

Wusthof Le Cordon Bleu

Le Cordon Bleu are essentially updated versions of the Wusthof Classic. Both lines carry three-rivet handle designs that reduce hand strain and make the knives easier to control. Le Cordon Bleu knives have thinner blades in response to the proliferation of Japanese knives in the US market. Other features include a bolster-less design and steep sharp edges.

Wusthof Ikon Knives

Ikon is a newly introduced design line by Wusthof, coming out in 2007. Ikon knives have taken some of the best performance and design features of other Wusthof knives sets and used them to create an excellent line of cutlery products. One noticeable improvement is the ergonomic black resin handle with three rivets. A tapered bolster, which makes sharpening and usage a lot easier, has also been added. The design and the performance of Ikon knives make them one of the most highest rated Wusthof knives.

Wusthof Culinar

The Wusthof Culinar line is the brand's collection of stainless steel-handle knives. Because of this, the knives may actually be a bit heavier than most, which a lot of customers apparently find a bonus. Culinar knives look minimalist and sleek and they perform efficiently, too. The prices for this line have recently been lowered, giving more people the chance to grab their own set of these superior Wusthof knives sets.

Best Places to Buy

For more information on their products, visit Wusthof.com. The website automatically displays retailers available in your locality. Online, you can place an order for Wusthof knives sets from CutleryandMore.com, Yahoo Shopping, ChefKnivestoGo.com, and many others. Knives by Wusthof come at reasonable prices. You may even find them at greater discounts online.

Wusthof Knives Sets - The Best in Kitchen Cutlery

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Texas Thanksgiving Cornbread Dressing Recipe

Ingredients:

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Pan of cornbread, usually 4 boxes of Jiffy Brand cornbread.
1 package of Jimmy Dean sausage cooked; hold the grease to mix with the rest of ingredients. If you want to be healthier remove it, but remember it is the Holidays.
1 pkg. of shelled Pecans
1 can chicken broth
4 celery stalks (use the hearts for tenderness, and best flavor)
1 medium sweet onion chopped
2 Apples chopped you can use whichever is your favorite
2Tablespoons poultry seasoning
2 Tablespoons of Rubbed Sage
1 Tablespoon of Fresh Rosemary, if you live in the Central Texas area it is plentiful. But you can find it at most grocery stores.
1 Tablespoons salt, or to taste
2 Tablespoons black pepper

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Preparation:

Make your cornbread and remove it from the oven and let it cool. If you want to spice it up you can use the Jalapeño cornbread instead of the plain. If you like spicy this gives it an added kick, and it is very tasty! When you cornbread is cool enough to work with you will combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix until all ingredients are mixed together well. You will then add to a pan, or pans depending on the size to cook the dressing. You will preheat your oven to 350 degrees. The approximate cooking time will vary depending on your oven. I would check after about 30 minutes and then check every 10 after that. It should take no longer than an hour or so to be completely cooked. If it has some browning on the top of the dressing that is totally okay, you actually want it to brown some for texture. You can check after 30 minutes with a toothpick for doneness, and when it comes out with no batter on the toothpick, the dressing is done. I hope that you enjoy this dish, it is a favorite around my house during the Holidays. Enjoy!

Texas Thanksgiving Cornbread Dressing Recipe

Chef Shelley Pogue, a Cum Laude, Le Cordon Blue graduate and Executive Research and Development Chef, for Vertical Sales and Marketing, San Ramon,

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Information on the Orlando Climate

The Orlando Climate is sub tropical. The weather tends to be warm and humid. The climate is influenced by several factors. The Gulf Stream and the city's proximity to the Tropic of Cancer affect the climate. The low elevation of the city adds to the humidity level. There are two basic seasons in Florida: a hot summer season and cooler winter season.

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Orlando Climate in the Summer Season

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During the summer season, the weather is hot and humid. The average temperature during the day is in the nineties. At night, the temperatures range from the seventies to the eighties. The heat index during the day can get quite high. A heat index of over one hundred degrees is not uncommon.

The summer is also the rainy season in Florida. Storms are quite common, especially in the late afternoon. Most of these storms are caused by air from the Atlantic and air from the Gulf colliding over central Florida. At times, these storms can be quite violent. The storms often bring wind, thunder, lightening and hail. Orlando is known for more lightening strikes each year than any other city in the United States.

The rainfall during these storms can be very heavy. The months from June through September bring the most rain to Orlando. The average rain fall during these months is about fifty inches. In some years, this number is even higher. Often, the storms are strong, but short lived. You will usually be able to enjoy the evening outdoors after a storm. Unlike some areas of the country, the rain does not cool the temperature. Often the humidity is even higher just after a thunderstorm.

Hurricane season also occurs in the summer. The official hurricane season runs from June through November. Since Orlando is not on the coast, the city often escapes the brunt of the storm's landfall. By the time most storms reach the city, they have weakened considerably. However, this doesn't mean the city is safe from these strong and unpredictable storms. The city has sustained damage from several storms over the years.

Orlando Climate in the Winter Season

In the winter, you will know why Florida is called The Sunshine State. There is very little rainfall during this season. Most days are dry and sunny. The weather in the winter really is beautiful. This is a fabulous time to plan a trip to Florida. Many tourists flock to the area during this season to escape the freezing temperatures in the northern part of the country. For more information contact the Florida Tourist offices.

The months of December through May are the driest months of the year. In some years, the weather is way too dry during the winter months. This increases the risk of wild fires in central Florida. In the past, these have gotten quite severe.

The temperatures in the winter season are very mild. The average daily temperature ranges from the mid sixties to the seventies. The night time temperatures are generally in the fifties. There is virtually no snow in the Orlando area. The few times there have been flurries, they don't accumulate. If you want to escape the winter, this is the place to come.

Information on the Orlando Climate

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Orlando Florida Vacation Guide

One vacation destination that many will travel to for the first time is Orlando Florida: known for incredible theme parks, tasty dining options, luxurious resorts and more.

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Whether you are planning an Orlando Florida Vacation to visit Disney World, Sea World, Universal Studios, or a number of other famous attractions, preparing for the big trip can often be a hassle. I'd like to give you a quick guide on how to efficiently plan your Orlando Vacation, from where to go and stay to the places to eat and play.

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1. What to Bring to Orlando

Most often it is warm in Orlando during all seasons, but make sure that you check up on the weather for your vacation week and pack accordingly. If you have kids, bring layers for cold nights in addition to bathing suits and warm climate apparel.

2. Find an Orlando Hotel or Resort Nearby

Although there are quite a few good hotel deals around Orlando Florida, many of them don't have close access to Disney and the other theme parks. Your trip will be much better if you have easy access to the fun destinations you want to go to. Many of these resorts and their partners will offer special Orlando Vacation packages that provide theme park tickets in addition to lodging for a value price.

3. Pick your Theme Park

If this is your first time to Orlando and have a limited amount of time, how do you decide between Disney, SeaWorld, Universal Studios and Busch Gardens? This depends on who you are traveling with and what kind of Orlando experience you want to have.

Family with Young Kids: If you are with young kids, Disney World is a sure thing; the Magic Kingdom and Epcot offer a a great deal of fun and a lifetime of memories for those impressionable young minds. Family with Teenagers: If you are traveling with teenagers (who are difficult to impress), Universal Studios can provide them countless hours of high-tech fun that revolves around the hottest movies and trends. Romantic Getaway: If you are on a romantic getaway, Downtown Disney's Pleasure Island is a great place to grab a good drink and romantic dinner. Busch Gardens is also provides a fun day-time adventure for a couple looking for a good time. Animal Lovers: For animal lovers, Sea World and the Animal Kingdom are the places to experience the adventure of Underwater Seascapes and African Savannah.

Orlando Florida Vacation Guide

Orlando Florida Vacation Package

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