Busch Gardens
Ring in the New Year at Busch Garden’s Wildest Celebration! You and your family will enjoy the live entertainment by ‘The Guess Who’ in Gwazi Park, as well as a spectacular fireworks display at midnight on December 31st!
Plus, those who purchase an annual pass on New Year’s Day will get three months free!
Universal CityWalk
Kick of 2011 at Universal CityWalk! The event will begin at 8pm until 2am in CityWalk and will provide entertainment by ‘Bret Michaels’ live in concert! But that’s not all; the event will also feature an all-you-can-eat gourmet feast including filet mignon, jumbo shrimp, decadent desserts and so much more! Plus, enjoy a champagne toast and confetti burst at midnight!
Admission to CityWalk will also provide you with admission to seven unique clubs featuring live entertainment in the area.
Seaworld
Bring your family out to Seaworld this New Year’s Eve and enjoy exciting shows and delicious food! The night will also feature live entertainment by a 14-piece band, jazz musicians, and a DJ who will keep the party going all the way through midnight.
Plus, don’t miss Seaworld’s Fountains and Fireworks Spectacular! It will be one of the best shows in the area to welcome in the New Year!
Old Town
At Old Town, it’s hot cars and great music that make it the place to be for New Year’s Eve! Join them as they Rock out 2010 and Roll in 2011 this New Year’s Eve to one of Orlando’s best cover bands ‘Reunion’, taking the stage at 7:30pm.
But that’s not all! Everyone will also be able to enjoy The Pepsi Cola Friday Nite Cruise!
Atlantic Dance Hall
Traveling with an older group?
Then the party to be at is at this New Year’s Eve is the Atlantic Dance Hall at Disney’s BoardWalk area for those 21 and up! Get into the groove at this hoppin' nightclub, whose New Year’s Eve band ‘The Big Ide’ will be playing the hottest songs from the '80s, '90s and today! And don’t forget about the grand champagne toast at midnight! Atlantic Dance Hall is definitely the place to be for those who want to dance the night away!
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Happy Holidays from Mike Ditka Resorts!
Mike Ditka Resorts would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays this season!
Enjoy Christmas Day Dinner at Forever Florida
Looking to enjoy a delicious meal on Christmas Day in the Kissimmee area? Check out Forever Florida’s Cypress Restaurant, to enjoy a feast among neighbors, new and old, from near and far.
Their Christmas Day menu is as follows: Choice of either a Mug of Crab Bisque or Holiday House Salad, Choice of Prime Rib served with Creamy Horseradish Sauce and Au Jus or Herb Rubbed Oven Roasted Game Hens with a light Honey Dijon Sauce, served with Garlic Smashed Potatoes and Sautéed Seasonal Veggies. And for dessert, Cheese Cake with Raspberry Drizzle. This meal includes a non-alcoholic beverage and after dinner coffee service.
Seasonal, micro-brew, and domestic beers are available, as well as nicely paired white and red table wines by the glass or bottle.
Last minute shopper?
Visit Festival of the Seasons in the downtown Disney area. Here you will find a spectacular holiday shopping experience as the stores are decorated for the holidays and live entertainment is performed nightly to make your shopping experience more enjoyable.
You’ll find something for everyone on your list as you browse the exclusive and novelty shops from Once Upon a Toy to World of Disney. You’ll be sure to find that perfect gift for everyone.
To top off this shopping experience, you can enjoy wonderful dining and delectable sweets shops during your trip. And don’t forget to take a family photo around the beautifully decorated holiday tree during your visit, or make a stop to visit with Santa Claus!
Shops are open until 9:30pm every night until Christmas Day!
Enjoy Christmas Day Dinner at Forever Florida
Looking to enjoy a delicious meal on Christmas Day in the Kissimmee area? Check out Forever Florida’s Cypress Restaurant, to enjoy a feast among neighbors, new and old, from near and far.
Their Christmas Day menu is as follows: Choice of either a Mug of Crab Bisque or Holiday House Salad, Choice of Prime Rib served with Creamy Horseradish Sauce and Au Jus or Herb Rubbed Oven Roasted Game Hens with a light Honey Dijon Sauce, served with Garlic Smashed Potatoes and Sautéed Seasonal Veggies. And for dessert, Cheese Cake with Raspberry Drizzle. This meal includes a non-alcoholic beverage and after dinner coffee service.
Seasonal, micro-brew, and domestic beers are available, as well as nicely paired white and red table wines by the glass or bottle.
Last minute shopper?
Visit Festival of the Seasons in the downtown Disney area. Here you will find a spectacular holiday shopping experience as the stores are decorated for the holidays and live entertainment is performed nightly to make your shopping experience more enjoyable.
You’ll find something for everyone on your list as you browse the exclusive and novelty shops from Once Upon a Toy to World of Disney. You’ll be sure to find that perfect gift for everyone.
To top off this shopping experience, you can enjoy wonderful dining and delectable sweets shops during your trip. And don’t forget to take a family photo around the beautifully decorated holiday tree during your visit, or make a stop to visit with Santa Claus!
Shops are open until 9:30pm every night until Christmas Day!
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Holiday Events Happening Around Mike Ditka Resorts
Arabian Nights Holiday Show
Staying at Mike Ditka Resorts this weekend and looking for something to do in the Kissimmee, FL area that your whole family will enjoy? Check out the Arabian Nights Holiday Show! This show will have your whole family excited as 60 Arabian Night horses and 40 talented performers take part in this spectacular show that encompasses spectacular pyrotechnics, snow, and special sets, as well as 4 incredible 25ft Christmas trees!
The story line goes like this: Princess Scheherazade’s husband, Prince Khalid, is called away shortly before Christmas arrives. But the always-faithful genie, Hocus Pocus, invites a new friend, Santa Claus, to come distract Princess Scheherazade with gifts and good cheer until her husband returns.
This holiday show features unique choreography and music during the entire show that will have your family delighted as Hocus Pocus and Santa Claus bring to life everything from Toy Soldiers and Gingerbread Men to Acrobatic Elves and Sugarplum Fairies.
Capone’s Holiday Show
Visiting the Kissimmee/Orlando area with friends or a family with older kids? Then the show you won’t want to miss this holiday season is Capone’s Holiday Show! After knocking three times and saying the secret password to be admitted, you’ll travel back in time to Chicago in the 1930’s, Capone style, as it takes on a holiday theme. The show combines Christmas music, costumes, and, decorations to its already hilarious show that will keep your whole group laughing through double-entendre one-liners. And no one will leave hungry with the Italian dinner buffet that’s offered to all guests!
Wonderland of Lights
If you are looking for something just a little different to do this year in Kissimmee, be sure to check out Central Florida’s newest holiday additions…Wonderland of Lights. This drive-thru event will have your family glued to the windows of the car as you drive through a mile of lighted displays, as tall as three stories high, and encompassing thousands of dazzling lights.
Plus, after your done, your family can spend the remainder of the evening walking through Santa’s Village, ice skating, having their pictures taken with Santa, watching holiday movies, and so much more!
This event will be open nightly until January 9th from dusk to 10pm.
Staying at Mike Ditka Resorts this weekend and looking for something to do in the Kissimmee, FL area that your whole family will enjoy? Check out the Arabian Nights Holiday Show! This show will have your whole family excited as 60 Arabian Night horses and 40 talented performers take part in this spectacular show that encompasses spectacular pyrotechnics, snow, and special sets, as well as 4 incredible 25ft Christmas trees!
The story line goes like this: Princess Scheherazade’s husband, Prince Khalid, is called away shortly before Christmas arrives. But the always-faithful genie, Hocus Pocus, invites a new friend, Santa Claus, to come distract Princess Scheherazade with gifts and good cheer until her husband returns.
This holiday show features unique choreography and music during the entire show that will have your family delighted as Hocus Pocus and Santa Claus bring to life everything from Toy Soldiers and Gingerbread Men to Acrobatic Elves and Sugarplum Fairies.
Capone’s Holiday Show
Visiting the Kissimmee/Orlando area with friends or a family with older kids? Then the show you won’t want to miss this holiday season is Capone’s Holiday Show! After knocking three times and saying the secret password to be admitted, you’ll travel back in time to Chicago in the 1930’s, Capone style, as it takes on a holiday theme. The show combines Christmas music, costumes, and, decorations to its already hilarious show that will keep your whole group laughing through double-entendre one-liners. And no one will leave hungry with the Italian dinner buffet that’s offered to all guests!
Wonderland of Lights
If you are looking for something just a little different to do this year in Kissimmee, be sure to check out Central Florida’s newest holiday additions…Wonderland of Lights. This drive-thru event will have your family glued to the windows of the car as you drive through a mile of lighted displays, as tall as three stories high, and encompassing thousands of dazzling lights.
Plus, after your done, your family can spend the remainder of the evening walking through Santa’s Village, ice skating, having their pictures taken with Santa, watching holiday movies, and so much more!
This event will be open nightly until January 9th from dusk to 10pm.
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Enjoy Christmas in Florida at Mike Ditka Resorts
Christmas in Florida!
What’s better than Christmas Break? How about celebrating Christmas Break in Orlando, Florida at one of the Mike Ditka Resorts! Mike Ditka Resorts – Runaway Beach Club, offers a large, relaxing sundeck overlooking the man-made lagoon and a zero depth entry children’s pool perfect for your kids! Mike Ditka Resort – Lighthouse Key and Spa, offers all the luxury one could ask for, with two beautiful pools and a first class spa. The clubhouse even features a movie theater and billiards room! Both Resorts feature free WiFi as well as offer complimentary shuttle service to and from Disney!
Plus, Mike Ditka Resorts spacious villas, with flat screen televisions, offer the perfect location to relax after a long day in Orlando. Mike Ditka Resorts condo-style suites even offer full-size, fully equipped kitchens to make your favorite family meals and snacks!
And right now, Mike Ditka Resorts is offering amazing holiday rates starting at just $69!
Check out The Festival of Lights Parade
If you are visiting Mike Ditka Resorts this weekend, you will want to check out the Festival of Lights Parade in downtown Kissimmee on Saturday, December 13th. The parade will begin at 6pm and will feature ‘Scott & Erica’ from the Morning Show on Mix 105.1 and, of course, Santa Claus!
Plus, if you arrive early, you can visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Santa’s Social from 4pm to 6pm at Toho Square. Admission to Santa’s Social and the parade is free and preferred parking is available at the Kissimmee Civic Center for a small fee.
All the proceeds raised from the parade will support the Terry Stewart Memorial Scholarship Program, which goes to benefit youth that would otherwise not have the means to participate in local athletic and recreation programs.
Watch the Snow Fall in Florida
Never thought you’d see snow in sunny Florida? Well now you can during ‘Now Snowing’ in Celebration, FL! ‘Now Snowing’, Central Florida’s original and premier “Snowing” event will be offer nightly snow falls at 6, 7, 8 and 9pm. Children can also have their photo taken with Santa, enjoy strolling holiday carolers, take a horse drawn carriage ride, or take a ride on the Celebration Express train and skate around the town’s ice rink!
The ice rink will open daily from 4-10pm through January 2nd. Be sure to ask about Resident Skate Passes or multiple-day skate passes for guests.
And if you’re in town this weekend, be sure you don’t miss the Radio Disney Holiday Concert featuring All Star Weekend on December 11th.
What’s better than Christmas Break? How about celebrating Christmas Break in Orlando, Florida at one of the Mike Ditka Resorts! Mike Ditka Resorts – Runaway Beach Club, offers a large, relaxing sundeck overlooking the man-made lagoon and a zero depth entry children’s pool perfect for your kids! Mike Ditka Resort – Lighthouse Key and Spa, offers all the luxury one could ask for, with two beautiful pools and a first class spa. The clubhouse even features a movie theater and billiards room! Both Resorts feature free WiFi as well as offer complimentary shuttle service to and from Disney!
Plus, Mike Ditka Resorts spacious villas, with flat screen televisions, offer the perfect location to relax after a long day in Orlando. Mike Ditka Resorts condo-style suites even offer full-size, fully equipped kitchens to make your favorite family meals and snacks!
And right now, Mike Ditka Resorts is offering amazing holiday rates starting at just $69!
Check out The Festival of Lights Parade
If you are visiting Mike Ditka Resorts this weekend, you will want to check out the Festival of Lights Parade in downtown Kissimmee on Saturday, December 13th. The parade will begin at 6pm and will feature ‘Scott & Erica’ from the Morning Show on Mix 105.1 and, of course, Santa Claus!
Plus, if you arrive early, you can visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Santa’s Social from 4pm to 6pm at Toho Square. Admission to Santa’s Social and the parade is free and preferred parking is available at the Kissimmee Civic Center for a small fee.
All the proceeds raised from the parade will support the Terry Stewart Memorial Scholarship Program, which goes to benefit youth that would otherwise not have the means to participate in local athletic and recreation programs.
Watch the Snow Fall in Florida
Never thought you’d see snow in sunny Florida? Well now you can during ‘Now Snowing’ in Celebration, FL! ‘Now Snowing’, Central Florida’s original and premier “Snowing” event will be offer nightly snow falls at 6, 7, 8 and 9pm. Children can also have their photo taken with Santa, enjoy strolling holiday carolers, take a horse drawn carriage ride, or take a ride on the Celebration Express train and skate around the town’s ice rink!
The ice rink will open daily from 4-10pm through January 2nd. Be sure to ask about Resident Skate Passes or multiple-day skate passes for guests.
And if you’re in town this weekend, be sure you don’t miss the Radio Disney Holiday Concert featuring All Star Weekend on December 11th.
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Big Changes For Mike Ditka Resorts
Mike Ditka December Quote of the Month:
“Here’s what I tell anybody, and this is what I believe…….The greatest gift we have is the gift of life.” – Mike Ditka
Mike Ditka Resorts Announces Their New Website!
The new website includes both Mike Ditka Resorts properties, Mike Ditka Resorts – Runaway Beach Club and Mike Ditka Resorts – Lighthouse Key Resort and Spa. The website features a great new look, including a clean and simple design, and will improve functionality through reorganization of content on the site and improved navigation to help with usability.
The site has made use of current website technology to display different types of information including rotating banners of current happenings and specials at the Resort, as well as rotating images of the Resort and its amenities.
Overall, the newly redesigned website’s navigational tools, updated graphics and layouts, new fonts, and use of current technology will help user’s access information about each Resort more quickly and effortlessly, which will in turn continue to improve customer satisfaction.
And don’t forget to check back periodically for new and additional features, including an online store in the next month or so, which will feature all things Mike Ditka!
Mike Ditka Resorts New Blog Site
Along with Mike Ditka Resorts new website, is a new blog site! The site features interactive communication tools which will help with communication between guests and the company, including a section used to post blogs, an area for posting press releases, and links to our social media sites on Facebook and Twitter.
The blog page will be a one stop shop for current and future guests to check out what’s going on at the Resort and around the area. It will also provide up-to-date pictures of things around the Resort and information about current and upcoming promotions that will be taking place.
“Here’s what I tell anybody, and this is what I believe…….The greatest gift we have is the gift of life.” – Mike Ditka
Mike Ditka Resorts Announces Their New Website!
The new website includes both Mike Ditka Resorts properties, Mike Ditka Resorts – Runaway Beach Club and Mike Ditka Resorts – Lighthouse Key Resort and Spa. The website features a great new look, including a clean and simple design, and will improve functionality through reorganization of content on the site and improved navigation to help with usability.
The site has made use of current website technology to display different types of information including rotating banners of current happenings and specials at the Resort, as well as rotating images of the Resort and its amenities.
Overall, the newly redesigned website’s navigational tools, updated graphics and layouts, new fonts, and use of current technology will help user’s access information about each Resort more quickly and effortlessly, which will in turn continue to improve customer satisfaction.
And don’t forget to check back periodically for new and additional features, including an online store in the next month or so, which will feature all things Mike Ditka!
Mike Ditka Resorts New Blog Site
Along with Mike Ditka Resorts new website, is a new blog site! The site features interactive communication tools which will help with communication between guests and the company, including a section used to post blogs, an area for posting press releases, and links to our social media sites on Facebook and Twitter.
The blog page will be a one stop shop for current and future guests to check out what’s going on at the Resort and around the area. It will also provide up-to-date pictures of things around the Resort and information about current and upcoming promotions that will be taking place.
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