Coach Ditka to Make Guest Appearance on Entourage

Big Mike Ditka Fan? Can’t get enough of the ever popular show Entourage? Well then you’re in luck because Coach Mike Ditka recently announced that he will be making a cameo appearance in the eighth, and final, season of Entourage which begins this July!

Coach Ditka took to the set with another name in sports as well, Barry Alvarez, who is Wisconsin’s athletic director. Ditka hasn’t yet announced what his or Coach Alvarez’s roles will be on the show, or what their lines are, but we can’t wait to watch!

Jeremy Piven, who plays agent Ari Gold in the show, even tweeted a picture of himself and Ditka on the set!

Stay tuned for updates on when the show is set to air!

Enjoy Some Free Fun in Kissimmee During Your Vacation at Mike Ditka Resorts!

Below are some great activities you and your family will enjoy during your visit to Mike Ditka Resorts…and most importantly, they’re free!

-Check out the Old Town Shopping, Dining, and Entertainment Complex where your whole family is sure to find fun every day of the week. However, be sure to visit on Saturday nights where you’ll enjoy the largest weekly car cruise in the United States, the ‘Saturday Nite Cruise’, which features a great array of over 300 classic cars. Plus, the weekend also includes live entertainment!

-Stop by the historic Kissimmee area and check out the old Courthouse located here, that just happens to be the oldest courthouse that’s still in use in the State of Florida! Then travel to the downtown area to see the Kissimmee Sculpture Experience, where each year different artists submit their work and a dozen pieces are selected to line the streets. Next, head to Lakefront Park and be sure to check out the Monument of States along the way.

-Head to St. Cloud, also named “The Friendly Soldier City" for the thousands of Civil War veterans who relocated here in the early 1900s, where you can spend the day strolling the streets, shopping, dining, and “people watching” in the many different antique stores, shops, waterfront parks, and restaurants.

-If you love nature, be sure to check out Osceola County which has the largest population of nesting Bald Eagles in the continental U.S. It’s also one of the country's few re-introduction sites for the endangered Whooping Crane. The best place to spot these birds is at Lake Lizzie Nature Preserve, the Osceola County Environmental Center, and in the Wildlife Management Areas of Bull Creek, Prairie Lakes, Three Lakes, and Triple N Ranch.

-Like to fish? Be sure to spend some time fishing the lakes of Kissimmee, which are famous for their views and abundant amount of bass. Lake Tohopekaliga, located in downtown Kissimmee, is known to fishermen around the world and is a great place for boating, birding, and picnicking along the water's edge. Also, be sure to head over to East Lake Toho in St. Cloud for a full day worth of free fun, where your family will be sure to enjoy relaxing on the beach, playing on the playground, and fishing from several lakefront fishing spots including a fishing pier.

Upcoming Events this Spring near Mike Ditka Resorts

With the official start of spring only a few days away, we decided to put together a list of a few fun, family friendly events taking place this Spring for your family to enjoy during your stay at Mike Ditka Resorts.

Viva La Musica - March 19 - April 02

SeaWorld Orlando hosts a vibrant Latino celebration during Viva La Musica with sensational music, concerts, dance, food sampling and crafts featuring the sights, sounds and tastes of the Hispanic culture.

March 19 - Manny Manuel
March 26 - Jerry Rivera
April 2 - Ednita Nazaris

For more information, visit www.SeaWorld.com.

Arnold Palmer Invitational Golf Tournament - March 21 – March 27

The Arnold Palmer Invitational is one of the premiere-events on the PGA Tour. Enjoy some of the biggest names in golf challenge one another, as well as Bay Hill’s demanding layout.

For more information, visit http://www.arnoldpalmerinvitational.com/.

37th Annual Sun ‘n Fun International Fly-in and Expo - March 29 - April 03

There will be educational forums, seminars and "hands-on" workshops; plus commercial exhibitors who offer aviation products and services for everyone. Enjoy a daily air show that showcases both new and old airplanes. The daily airshow will begin at 2pm, except on Tuesday and Wednesday, which will be at 3pm. There will be an additional night air show on Friday at dusk.

For more information, visit http://www.sun-n-fun.org/.

Easter Jam - April 17

Don’t forget to bring your Easter basket! Your kids can enjoy an Easter egg hunt, bounce house, entertainment, games, food and more. Plus, be sure to visit with Peter Cottontail himself!

For more information, visit http://www.kissimmee.org/.

Kissimmee Rodeo - April 30

Enjoy a modern day rodeo in Kissimmee! Catch team roping, barrel racing, bull riding, calf scramble for kids, and much more.

For more information, visit http://www.kissimmeerodeo.com/.


For a list of all events happening around Kissimmee and Mike Ditka Resorts, visit www.VisitKiss.com.

To book your stay at Mike Ditka Resorts-Runaway Beach Club or Mike Ditka Resorts-Lighthouse Key Resort and Spa and take part in one of many fun spring activities taking place around the area, visit www.MikeDitkaResorts.com.

What’s Happening at Mike Ditka Resorts?

Spend Valentine’s Day with Your Special Someone at Mike Ditka Resorts!

If you are in the Florida area this Valentine’s Day weekend, be sure to book a room at Mike Ditka Resorts, in Kissimmee, Florida, for that special someone in your life. Mike Ditka Resorts offers the perfect package for romance, with Coach Ditka’s Sweetheart Package. The perfect example of how a football player can win a lady's heart!

The package includes a box of assorted chocolates and a dozen roses placed in your room before your arrival, and the winning play here is a chilled bottle of the Coach’s very own Mike Ditka brand wine. This is the ultimate play for any football player's playbook!

To make your reservations, call (888) 512-2200 or visit www.MikeDitkaResorts.com.

Holiday Story Contest Winner

We had recently asked you to submit your funny, embarrassing, dreadful, or outrageous story from this holiday season for your chance to win a two night stay at Mike Ditka Resorts! The top three stories have since been voted on and the following story is the winner of our contest:

We were traveling overseas for the holidays and during our travels I stored our passports in the seat pocket in front of me. After about 10 minutes of departing from the plane I realized that I had forgotten the passports in the seat pocket! I sprinted all the way back to our departing gate and was told that I was not allowed back on the plane…after about 5 minutes of arguing with the man at the counter, a flight attended was exiting the plan and over heard what we were talking about and had told me that they had found our passports! So thankfully, we were able to retrieve our passports and enter back into the states after we celebrated the holidays… needless to say…I was not in charge of the passports on the way home!

Thank you all for your entries and congratulations to our winner!

Spend New Year’s Eve around Mike Ditka Resorts!

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

Upcoming Happenings At and Around Mike Ditka Resorts

A New Website for Mike Ditka Resorts

Mike Ditka Resorts is currently in the process of creating a new website! The new website will provide guests with the all the information they will need, starting with learning about the property and what it has to offer, all the way through making a reservation. The new website will also make use of a new layout and updated graphics, as well as having improved navigation, better organization of content, interactive communication functionalities, and current website technologies.

Stay tuned for more information on when the website will go live!

ICE! Featuring ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas

Spend a weekend at Mike Ditka Resorts anytime from November 20th until January 2nd and experience ice like never before in one of the nation’s most spectacular holiday attractions!

Kissimmee, FL is currently featuring ICE!, a frosty winter wonderland of interactive environments and larger-than-life, three dimensional holiday scenes and sculptures. This year will be featuring duel 30-foot slides and an all-new, awe inspiring tribute to the unforgettable classic ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. This incredible attraction has been hand carved out of two million pounds of ice by artisans from Harbin, China!

Book your stay at Mike Ditka Resorts now, because this is one holiday attraction you will not want to miss!

What’s Happening at Mike Ditka Resorts?

Osborne Family Spectacle
When visiting Mike Ditka Resorts this holiday season, be sure to spend a day at Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios to experience the Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights which starts November 8th and runs through January 3rd.

This year the Spectacle of Lights will be bigger than ever before, and will include millions of glittering lights perfectly synchronized to holiday music. Some nights, if you truly believe in holiday magic, the show is capped off with an enchanted flurry of snow.

Plus, the Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights is included with standard admission to Disney's Hollywood Studios Theme Park!

Enjoy Grandparent Sundays at Dinosaur World
Attention grandparents: Bring your grandkids to Dinosaur World this November for Grandparent Sundays! The first three weekends in November (7th, 14th, & 21st) up to 6 kids, accompanied by a paying grandparent, will be admitted free!

So if you are looking for some fun for you and your grandkids this month, this is one event you won’t want to miss!

Upcoming Events Around Mike Ditka Resorts

Upcoming Events in October

October 1st - - International Food and Wine Festival at Epcot, Florida Ranch Rodeo Finals and Cowboys Heritage Festival, and Eat to the Beat Concert Series
October 2nd - - 4th Annual FAA Airboat Show, and The Princess and the Pea Broadway Show
October 8th - - Fright Nights at Silver Springs and Oktoberfest at Celebration
October 9th - - SeaWorld Orlando’s Halloween Spooktacular, Fall Festival and Oktoberfest, Viva Osceola, and Freestyle Legends Tour 2
October 29th - - Yo Gabba Gabba! Live

International Food and Wine festival

The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is a special fall event that transforms Epcot Theme Park into a food and wine lover's paradise. The festival offers specialty food items, culinary events, sophisticated parties and live musical entertainment starting on October 1st and running through November 14th.

Guest can try delicious regional foods, wines and beers from around the world, learn from renowned chefs and winemakers at special programs and demonstrations, and sample the finest cuisine from around the globe at spectacular culinary events.

Florida Ranch Rodeo Finals and Cowboy Heritage Festival

This festival will be held at Silvers Spurs Arena and will help to celebrate Florida’s rich and colorful cow culture and ranching history. The event starts on Friday, October 1st at 7pm when the start of the Florida Ranch Rodeo Finals Begins. On Saturday, October 2nd, the grounds outside of the arena will be in full swing with The Cowboy Heritage Festival from 10am to 6pm. Following this festival, the continuation of the Ranch Rodeo Finals will start in the arena.

The Cowboy Heritage Festival will include:

• Florida musicians playing throughout the day
• Whip Cracking Contest
• Authentic Cracker Cowboy Hunter Cow Camps
• Gunfight Reenactment based on actually Florida Cow Rustling Event
• Authentic South Eastern Tribes Native American Encampment
• Even More Living History Encampments
• Storytellers
• Florida Authors
• Cowboy Poetry
• Cowboy Artists
• Leather Crafters
• Saddle Makers
• Whip Plaiters
• Beef Cook-off
• Swamp Cabbage Cooking

Disney Vacation? Benefits for Staying off Disney Property

When you’re planning your Disney vacation there is sure to be a debate of whether or not you should stay on Disney property to get the best value of your vacation. Below is a list of reason to why you should consider staying off property.

Reasons to stay off property:

•Fitting your budget - You can find a less expensive hotel by staying off property and there are literally hundreds of nearby hotels to meet any budget. You can also find many reasonably priced hotel and resort suites which will offer your family a lot of living space; suites are both rare and pricey on the Disney property. Hotel rooms in the Kissimmee area can also be a great area to look into, especially if you’d like to get away from the hustle and bustle after you have left the Disney Parks for the day.
•In addition to hotel cost, the choice of eateries ranges from street vendor sandwiches to five-star gourmet…or you can just hit a grocery and pick up some supplies if you are off property.
•Shuttle service to attractions - Disney is a closed environment, but offsite hotels often have shuttles that will take you Orlando’s attractions. Some are even free!
•Convention facilities - If you’re planning a vacation while also attending a work convention or conference, a hotel off property will help separate work and play time.
•Chaos factor - Disney hotels and hotel grounds are busy and on Disney property, the more adult oriented the property, the higher the price.
•Other Day Trips - If Disney is only part, but not all, of your Orlando vacation it may be more convenient to stay off property.

The best way to decide what choice is right for you and your family is planning and research. Decide what your family is looking to get out of your vacation, as well as what each member would like to experience and find a compromise. By finding a hotel that fits your budget, as well as your needs, you’re sure to have a less stressful and more enjoyable experience.

Tips for Your Next Disney Vacation

Looking for a few tips to make your next Disney vacation go a little smoother?

1. Stay at a hotel that offers a free shuttle service
To avoid the hassles of driving around the Disney Parks and having to find parking, stay at a hotel that offers a free shuttle. It will make the start and end of your day go smoother. Plus, you won’t have to pay expensive parking fees!

2. Bring Your own staples
Plan ahead by bringing the regular staples that cost a lot more at the park, especially your own sunscreen, hats, film and batteries! Be sure that you don't forget those extra camera batteries. Also, wear comfortable shoes and bring a change of clothes (at least a t-shirt) for everyone.

3. Begin at the back of the park
It's a known fact that people will stop at the first attraction they reach so start at the back and work forward. Leave the shows and indoor attractions for the hottest part of the day when you'll appreciate the cool air conditioning.

4. Take a break
A full day at a Disney Park can take a great deal of energy. You'll find that the day will be more enjoyable if you leave the park at midday to recharge your batteries with a short nap or dip in the hotel pool. Re-enter the park late afternoon when others are leaving or having dinner. You'll find the lines will be shorter!

5.Purchase multiple day passes
Disney admission passes never expire and it's always cheaper to purchase multiple day park passes. Use what you need on this visit and save the card for future trips. Florida residents have the opportunity to save on tickets in the off-seasons. Visit www.disney.com for complete pricing on admissions and vacation packages.

6.Buy your Disney t-shirts prior to arriving at the park
Visit your local Wal-Mart, Target or K-Mart prior to your visit to the Disney Parks. You are certain to find a t-shirt of your child's favorite character on a sale rack. Surprise your kids with a new shirt while unpacking. They'll feel like they've received a souvenir and you'll be pleased that you saved money on not having to buy it at the park.

Check Out These Attractions during Your Next Visit to the Orlando Area

Staying at Mike Ditka Resorts in Kissimmee, Florida, this summer? Take advantage of these package deals and great area attractions during your Orlando visit.

1. Day trip to Clearwater Beach - Relax and unwind at Clearwater Beach on Florida's west coast. This fabulous day trip includes lunch at a restaurant on the marina and the option to join in one of the many activities offered at Clearwater Beach, such as the dolphin encounter cruise, Clearwater Screamer, and deep sea fishing.

2. Fast and The Furious: Daytona International Speedway and Airboat Ride - Visit the official attraction of the Daytona 500. See the actual track, take part in the pit stop challenge or race in Acceleration Alley. Plus, then you can head out to meet some real Florida natives onboard an airboat ride to see gators in the wild.

3. Kennedy Space Center Day Trip with Transport from Orlando - Don't miss taking the family to one of Florida's best attractions, the Kennedy Space Center. With your transport organized, you'll take a virtual flight to the moon and back on this full-day trip from Orlando.

4. Orlando City Sightseeing Tour - There is more to Orlando than theme parks, and you’ll discover that on this guided sightseeing tour of the city. Take a scenic cruise around the "Chain of Lakes" in Winter Park, then it's off to the Disney built town of Celebration.

5. Florida Airboat Adventure at Night - The ever popular Florida Airboat Adventure at Night is for those in search of adventure and thrills. Your captain will wear a miner’s cap that will help seek out the most revered reptiles seeking out their prey. This tour is your best chance of seeing the most alligators within the one hour ride.

6. Orlando Sunrise Hot-Air Balloon Ride - Make your childhood fantasies come true and take a sunrise flight over Orlando in a hot-air balloon! You'll fly over beautiful forests and lakes on this ultimate Orlando experience.

7. Pirates Dinner Adventure Orlando - You have been captured by the pirates for a night of fun in Orlando! Join your fellow hostages for a feast fit for a king, while you enjoy a side-splitting musical aboard a fully rigged pirate’s galleon. Pirate's Dinner Adventure in Orlando is the world's largest and most interactive dinner show!

8. Wet 'n Wild Orlando -Experience the world-class rides and more multi-passenger tube rides than any other water park in Orlando. You'll soon see why Wet 'n Wild is consistently voted America's number one water park!

Treat Your Mom to A Weekend Getaway For Mother’s Day!

Looking for the perfect last minute Mother’s Day Gift for your mom? Why not treat her to a weekend getaway at Mike Ditka Resorts!

For your chance to win, all you need to do is tell us why your mom deserves a wonderful weekend getaway to the resort!

While here, your mom will enjoy a stay in a one bedroom villa, which includes a:

• Gourmet Kitchen
• Living Room
• Dining Room
• Full Size Washer/Dryer
• 36 in. flat screen TV’s in living room and all bedroom

Resort Amenities
• Free high speed wireless internet throughout the resort
• Tanning pool with tiki bar
• Zero depth entry family pool with water features for the kids
• Sun deck overlooking the lagoon
• Complimentary shuttle service to Disney parks
• State of the art fitness center
• Seasonal poolside activities
• Nightly poolside family movies
• Indoor basketball court
• 24 hour business center
• “Da Coach’s” gift shop and sundries

So let us know why your mom deserves a getaway to Mike Ditka Resorts and you could win a two night stay in a one bedroom villa to give your mom, just in time for Mother’s Day!

For more information, please visit http://www.mikeditkaresorts.com/eblasts/mothersday.html.

Become a Sponsor For a Great Cause

Mike Ditka Resorts Annual Celebrity Golf Outing is off to a great start and is proud to announce some of the wonderful sponsors it currently has on board.
Mike Ditka Resorts would like to welcome Mystic Dunes Golf Course, Incredibly Edible, The Drive in Chicago, 740 The Game, and Select Massage Inc. as partners for the Mike Ditka Resorts Golf Outing.

Sponsorships levels for the Mike Ditka Resorts Golf Outing range from Supporting Sponsors to Diamond Sponsors, all with varying levels of promotion surrounding the event. Levels of promotion range from having your logo listed on event promotional material to distribution of your promotional materials at your sponsored hole, among a variety of other endorsements.

Would your company like to join? Visit www.MikeDitkaResorts.com/golf2010/sponsorships.html for more information on becoming a sponsor!

Mike Ditka Resorts Spring Break Special Has Been Extended!

Mike Ditka Resorts Spring Break Special has been extended until February 28th, 2010. So runaway this spring break to Mike Ditka Resorts in sunny Kissimmee, Florida and save!

Plus, by booking three nights and you will receive a $25 resort voucher which can be used in the gift shop or book five nights and receive a $50 resort voucher which can be used in the gift shop! This offer is valid on stays through April 30, 2010.

Mike Ditka Resorts offers everything you could possibly want in a spring break vacation.

Family-Friendly Villas

One, two, and three bedroom luxury villas with loft options available in all room types include:

• Microwave
• Coffee maker
• 36 in. flat screen TV’s in living room and all bedrooms
• Full size washer/dryer
• Queen size sofa sleepers

Resort Amenities

• Free high speed wireless internet throughout the resort
• Tanning pool with tiki bar
• Zero depth entry family pool with water features for the kids
• Sun deck overlooking the lagoon
• Complimentary shuttle service to Disney parks
• State of the art fitness center
• Seasonal poolside activities
• Nightly poolside family movies
• Full indoor basketball court
• 24 hour business center
• “Da Coach’s” gift shop and sundries

Don’t miss out on this great offer, book your stay today!