Friday, February 10th, 2012
Once upon a time in a faraway land, the land of Disney, a wish was granted! On the second month of 2012, an extra day will be had. A magical day full of fun and play!
Bring your family closer together and celebrate this magical event alongside Mickey, and all your favorite characters. Take advantages of this magical day and let memories begin! Ride the most incredible rides like Splash Mountain or Big Thunder Mountain; visit your favorite attractions like Cinderella Castle or Pirates of the Caribbean, and visit some of the new attractions like Toy Story Mania, and the Little Mermaid!. Spend a full day of exciting fun in the happiest place on earth!
In celebration of Leap Day, for the first time ever, both the Magic Kingdom® in Orlando, FL and Disneyland® in Anaheim, CA will be open for 24 hours straight, beginning at 6 a.m. on Feb. 29, 2012, to enjoy select attractions, entertainment and services! That’s an entire, non-stop day (and night).
Once upon a time in a faraway land, the land of Disney, a wish was granted! On the second month of 2012, an extra day will be had. A magical day full of fun and play!
In celebration of Leap Day, for the first time ever, both the Magic Kingdom® in Orlando, FL and Disneyland® in Anaheim, CA will be open for 24 hours straight, beginning at 6 a.m. on Feb. 29, 2012, to enjoy select attractions, entertainment and services! That’s an entire, non-stop day (and night). Bring your family closer together and celebrate this magical event alongside Mickey, and all your favorite characters. Take advantage of this magical day and let memories begin! Ride the most incredible rides like Splash Mountain or Big Thunder Mountain; visit your favorite attractions like Cinderella Castle or Pirates of the Caribbean. Visit some of the new attractions like Toy Story Mania, and the Little Mermaid! Spend a full day of exciting fun in the happiest place on earth! We’ve picked the best hotel deals so you can relax after a full day of fun.
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Wednesday, December 22nd, 2010
Now through Jan. 2, 2011, you can experience Orlando’s coolest holiday tradition – Best of Florida Christmas featuring ICE! – at Gaylord Palms Resort in Kissimmee, just 5 minutes away from Walt Disney World Resort. This year’s dazzling ICE! attraction will tell the classic story of ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas with more than 2 million pounds of breathtaking ice displays and dual 30-foot slides. Remember to dress warmly – ICE! at Gaylord Palms is kept at a frosty 9 degrees!
New and not to be missed in 2010 is SNOW! A North Pole Carnival. This magical winter playground boasts carnival-style snow-themed games and prizes, a snow play area, snow sculpture park and much more. From 4.5-acres of awe-inspiring decorations to a majestic Christmas tree to loads of holiday entertainment and live performances, Best of Florida Christmas promises a fun-filled experience for the entire family.

Best of Florida Christmas’ schedule of exciting activities and events includes:
• ICE! featuring ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas (Open daily, including holidays)
• New in 2010! – SNOW! A North Pole Carnival featuring a snowball target range, snow play area and carnival-style snow-themed games and prizes
• Noche Latina en ICE! (Dec. 3)
• Orlando Polar Bear Club – annual Polar Bear Plunge! (Dec. 4) – Explore 2 million pounds of larger than life ice monuments in nothing but your swimsuit or summer attire!
• Christmas Wonders/Majestic Christmas Tree Lighting – Take part in the ceremonial lighting of a 50-foot tall Christmas tree
• Family Traditions – A capella style Christmas carols
• Visit with Santa Claus – Kids of all ages can visit Santa in person every Saturday and Sunday through Dec. 24, 2010
• Mrs. Claus Holiday Brunch
• Polar Bear Pursuit – A holiday scavenger hunt that sends guests in search of polar bears cleverly hidden throughout Gaylord Palms Resort’s 4.5-acre atrium
• Luminescence – A musical light show featuring dazzling lighting, special effects and aerial choreography
• And much more!
So what are you waiting for? Head to Kissimmee and make Best of Florida Christmas at Gaylord Palms Resort your family’s new Christmas tradition!
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Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009
The holidays are upon us and time is running out to snag great deals in top destinations. Whether you’re planning a fun-filled holiday weekend near the hustle and bustle of Times Square, in the heart of scenic San Francisco, or just off the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, getaroom.com has something to fit every taste and budget.
Visit our Holiday Deals page to take advantage of holiday specials in select cities. Hotel Pennsylvania, built in 1919, is one of the five largest hotels in Manhattan. Conveniently located near Times Square, the Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden, the historic property offers the perfect base from which to explore the sights and sounds of New York City for as low as $139/night through December 27. Also featured is the Best Western Orlando Gateway, a AAA 3-Diamond hotel situated 10 miles from the Walt Disney World Resort. Boasting a restaurant and lounge, heated pool, lighted basketball and tennis courts, and business center, the pet-friendly hotel offers complimentary transportation to Universal Studios, City Walk, Islands of Adventure and SeaWorld.
Searching for affordable accommodations starting under $100/night? Look no further than our Hotels Under $100 page. Budget-conscious travelers planning to visit New York City can book at Clarion Hotel at LaGuardia Airport, only minutes from picturesque Central Park and the majestic Statue of Liberty, for $95.04/night. With a history dating back to 1908, The Jane Hotel places travelers within walking distance of Union Square, Chelsea and Soho for only $99/night. Notable deals in other premier destinations include:
- Boston: Hotel 140, a Boston landmark since 1929, from $79/night
- San Francisco: Cova Hotel, offering free shuttle service to Union Square and the Moscone Center, from $83.02/night
- Chicago: Congress Plaza Hotel, a historic 14-story property on Michigan Avenue, from $79.20/night
- Las Vegas: Palace Station Hotel & Casino, a AAA 3-Diamond hotel just off the Strip, from $28.19/night
- Los Angeles: Sea Rock Inn-Gardena, 15 minutes from downtown Los Angeles, from $54.67
- Miami: Hotel Chelsea, a 1936 Art Deco gem on Washington Avenue, from $80.67
No matter where you plan to spend your holidays, great deals are up for grabs, so get them while they’re still available! You can also save more with getaroom.com’s $25 Winter Promotion, valid for bookings of two nights or more made via our Call Center. In addition, by booking over the phone, you can take advantage of the Call Center’s unpublished rates, which are typically 10-25% less and as much as 50% less than the rates found online.
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