A few days ago I did something I don’t normally do. I was looking for a cheap get away trip for my family. Some place to take the kids this summer that wasn’t going to cost me an arm and a leg. With the price of gas even driving is expensive this summer so I was prepared to find a place close to home as our summer get away.

I was looking at Spirit Air Lines web site and some pretty good deals to Washington DC and thought that it might be good to see the White House and some other touristy things in the area. Flights were only about $60 each way from Detroit Metro (DTW). Problem was I couldn’t find a nice hotel in the area with a good rate so the cheap flights and expensive hotel just didn’t work for us.

While online Spirit announced a special $67 seat special to Orlando from Detroit. Now we love going there and there is always cheap hotels so I whipped out my credit car and grabbed 4 seat right away. They do charge $15 per bag each way, My wife and daughter need there own suitcase but my sone and I can share one. So with taxes and surcharges for just under $600 I picked up 4 round trip airfare tickets from Detroit to Orlando. This is a great deal!

Now we own points in Disney’s Vacation Club. I was planning on banking the rest of our points this year but decied to call membership services at the last minute to see if they had any rooms available. I was surprised when they told me that a studio room at Old Key West was available. I took that right away.

Disney World also has a free transportation service called Magical Express. This is transportation between Orlando International Airport and a disney hotel. I booked that too.

So thanks to Spirit Air we are heading to Disney World for a week for $600. Now that is a cheap summer vacation.

Gary

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Airline travel has become quite complicated these days.  With inspections and airlines’ rules and regulations, standing on line at the airport can become a frustrating event.  With the 3-1-1 Totally Compliant Carry-on Kit, there is one less thing to be concerned about.

The kit features:
* leak proof
* Transportation Security Administration 3-1-1 Carry-on Compliant
* Squeeze Tubes Fill in Seconds
* Odor Proof Food Grade Material
* Reusable Again and Again

Included are ten easy to fill squeeze-tubes and an Envirosprayer which you can use for hairspray or lotions.  All ten tubes can be utilized for people who do not check baggage but prefer carry-on luggage instead.  Great for shampoo, toothpaste, conditioner, mouthwash, and other important necessities, the 3-1-1 Kit holds any liquid, creams or lotion and is totally reusable.

You don’t have to worry about leakage either and the tubes are sturdy and durable as well.  A syringe also comes with the kit to allow for easy transference.  Complete with instructions that are easy to follow, users of the 3-1-1 kit have commented that it saves a great deal of space in a travel bag, and they have also noted that nothing is wasted as you can squeeze out the contents down to the last drop.

At a time when you can stand on line for hours waiting for your luggage to be checked, in addition to having to pay for each piece that you bring on board, carry-on luggage for those who are back-packing their way to Europe might find this Kit a great find!

The 3-1-1 Kit can also save you money as well. Let’s face it; we all go out to the drug store to buy those tiny bottles of shampoo, conditioner, nail polish remover, sun tan lotion and creams.  Well, just fill up the tubes at home by using what you have on hand. 

Regardless of whether you travel light or take two pieces of baggage on your next summer vacation, the 3-1-1 Kit is great to have for travel anywhere around the world.  Leave the airport hassle behind and pick up this amazing kit for just $24.95.

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This guy has figure out how to enjoy life and has inspired me to do the same thing … someday!

This is actually his second travel video and this one was paid for by a gum company. What a way to see the world.

You can find out more about Matt and where is is now on his web site at http://www.wherethehellismatt.com/

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Hawaii is where Wanda and I went on our honeymoon. We plan to revisit the Islands on our 25th wedding anniversay. We only spent one day on Maui and plan to spend a lot more time there on our next visit.

The island of Maui in Hawaii is a wonderful family vacation spot. If you are planning a family vacation this summer, consider staying at the Westin Maui Resort. Here are some highlights of this grand hotel.

Your children will never get bored at this beautiful resort. With an aquatic playground that includes: five pools, grottos, waterfalls, spa tubs, and a water slide; you will always know where the children will be spending most of their time as the hotel also offers a supervised children’s program.

You will love the open-air restaurant, poolside grill, and outdoor café that hosts nightly entertainment, need i say more, the Westin Maui has it all. Children ages 12 and younger receive complementary meals at most restaurants.

Nestled on a white sandy beach, the resort also has tropical gardens, a full health spa, a sauna, non-smoking air-conditioned rooms, arcade and game room, coffee shop, hair salon, fitness equipment, and much more.

The rooms offer private, furnished lanais, with island décor; refrigerator, TV, coffee maker, bathrobes, child care, iron and ironing board, cribs, and rollaway beds.

Some of the activities you and your family can participate in include: miniature golf, a golf course, snorkeling, whale-watching, bicycle rentals, hiking, horseback riding, helicopter sightseeing, and a nearby playground. There are many more activities available.

The restaurants offer a wide array of choices. One overlooks Kaanapali Beach and is an open-air restaurant offering fresh island seafood and grilled food as well. The poolside bar and grill offers breakfast buffets, sandwiches, fish, salads, and tapas. The dining room café, overlooking the ponds and waterfalls, serves light foods throughout the day. There is also a food stand near the pool and beach area where you can obtain cold drinks and snacks.

The Westin also has a Kids Club that offers cultural activities for children ages 5 to 12.

Spending your family vacation at an island report in Maui that caters to families has become the norm, rather than the exception. In year’s past, Maui was considered the “honeymooner’s” island.

With more visitors to Hawaii than ever before, it seems only fitting that some of the hotels on the island of Maui have changed their collective mind-set and offer a family vacation resort that provides a myriad of activities and clubs for everyone to enjoy.

now do we bring the kids or go along on our vacation to Maui. Hmmmmm

Gary

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Mickeys Not So Scary Halloween

Premium Dates:
September 19, 26
October 3, 10, 16, 23, 1 24, 26, 30, 31

$55.95 + tax = $59.59/adult
$49.95 + tax = $53.20/child

*The above prices apply for purchases made the day of the event for any date, also.

Advance Purchase Price available for:
September 5, 9, 12, 16, 23, 28, 30
October 2, 5, 7, 13, 19, 21, 28
$48.95 + tax = $52.13/adult
$42.95 + tax = $45.74/child

AP/DVC Discount
Available only on:
September 9, 12, 23, 30
October 2, 7, 9, 21
$45.95 + tax = $48.94/adult
$39.95 + tax = $42.55/child

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

Premium date prices:
November 14, 21
December 4, 5, 11, 12, 14, 18, 19
$55.95 + tax = $59.59/adult
$49.95 + tax = $53.20/child

*The above prices also apply for purchases made the day of the event for any date.

Advance purchase prices for the following dates:
November 10, 11, 16, 20, 30
December 2, 7, 9, 16
$48.95 + tax = $52.13/adult
$42.95 + tax = $45.74/child

AP/DVC Discount
Available only on:
November 11, 20
December 7, 9, 16
$45.95 + tax = $48.94/adult
$39.95 + tax = $42.55/child

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Ireland: It’s a Long Way to Tipperary

How would you like to spend eight days in the Emerald Isle for your summer vacation? Well, the good news is there are many affordable all-inclusive packages which you can choose from. Let’s take a look at one such package.

A typical all-inclusive package can cost approximately $1139 per person, and would include the following: Roundtrip airfare, transfers, six full breakfasts and three dinners. Also included in this fabulous tour are: Dublin, Kildare, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, Rathbaun Farm, Blarney, Ring of Kerry, Killarney, Tipperary, Waterford, a hand-weaving mill at Avoca, and Glendalough.

Among the many sights included are Trinity College, the Irish National Stud, a marble factory, woolen mills, Waterford Crystal factory, and St. Kevins. You may already be writing down what you intend to buy, eh? Waterford Crystal, perhaps? Or perhaps you will be visiting shops to acquire hand-made woolen sweaters, Irish linen or jewelry.

This particular tour package holds a great deal more exciting and historical visits. For example, you will take a drive to Dingle Bay where Ryan’s Daughter was filmed; visit St. John’s Castle and the Rock of Cashel where St. Patrick is said to have preached; St. Mary’s Cathedral and visit a working sheep farm; visit the Blarney Stone (don’t forget to kiss this magical stone!) and the spectacular Cliffs of Moher to view the magnificent view of Clare coast. You will even spend a night at Killarney, a popular resort.

With its green rolling hills and lush landscape, you will find the weather to be quite accommodating during the summer months.

Irish cuisine consists of traditional dishes such as Irish stew, fish such as prawns and oysters, and without a doubt the best soda bread found anywhere. Their pubs are lively, the people are friendly, and visiting a few pubs can top off a long and exciting day. Most pubs feature live music and you can relax and stomp your feet as you enjoy a mug of their famous ale.

If you have never been to Ireland, this is the trip of a lifetime. Check out the many online sites wherein you can find dozens and dozens of packages that will fit your budget. Also, give your travel agent a call as well. They usually receive discount packages right off the press and can guide you in booking an affordable and exciting tour that offers the most for your money.

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