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Downtown Disney Isn’t a Theme Park (and That’s a Good Thing)

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If you’ve ever been to Walt Disney World, you know it’s all about the theme parks – and for good reason. The Magic Kingdom, the first of four theme parks built at Disney World, is one of the most visited theme parks on earth while Epcot hosts over 10 million visitors each year. Admission to these amazing attractions, however, isn’t exactly cheap. For families on a budget who want to experience a different part of the resort (and avoid long lines and overpriced concessions), there’s Downtown Disney.

Downtown Disney – A Fun and Free Alternative

Open year-round to the public, Downtown Disney is an expansive outdoor shopping, dining, and entertainment complex located on the waterfront at the Walt Disney World Resort on Lake Buena Vista. Home to several world-class restaurants and over 40 amazing shops including the world’s largest Disney store, Downtown Disney requires no admission fee and also offers complimentary parking and transportation to all Wald Disney World Resorts. Aside from offering unique and memorable dining and shopping experiences, Downtown Disney is also home to Cirque du Soleil’s La Nouba, the House of Blues, Planet Hollywood, Disney Quest, and the Lego Imagination Center. Sure, Downtown Disney might not offer the thrills of Space Mountain but you won’t have to fight thousands of other guests and tourists to have a good time.

Discount Mobility Will Help You Get Around Disney

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Now that you’ve added Downtown Disney to your family trip itinerary, you might want to think about how grandma is going to get around the resort. Don’t worry – Discount Mobility Rentals is there to help. Located in nearby Ocala, Discount Mobility Rentals provides the very best in mobility rental equipment from some of the top manufacturers in the industry. Offering daily, weekly, and monthly rental packages, Discount Mobility Rentals carries everything from travel and heavy duty scooters to wheelchairs and knee walkers. Additionally, Discount Mobility Rentals offers free delivery and pick-up services seven days a week and free damage insurance on all equipment.

Ready to rent? Avoid the expensive rates at the resort and contact an online 24-hour customer service agent at Discount Mobility Rental or visit their page on Rent It Today!

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Golf Rental World Allows Players to Hit the Links without the Hassles

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Golf is an expensive sport. From lessons and equipment to cart and green fees, players shell out serious money to chase a little white ball across a golf course from hole-to-hole. Unfortunately, there are many casual players who can’t afford or aren’t willing to buy their own set of clubs.

Faced with few options, they typically borrow a set from a friend or family member for that annual golf outing or occasional round with a client. They pick up the clubs, toss them in the trunk, swing them around for a few hours, and then lug them back to their buddy’s place. What was supposed to be a relaxing afternoon under the sun turns into a day of shuttling a golf bag back and forth across town. There has to be a easier way, right?

Golf Clubs On-The-Go

Identifying a need, the founders of Golf World Rental designed a full e-commerce website providing golfers with a one-stop shop for rental equipment online. With just one click, a player can have a full set of premium golf clubs delivered to any destination or golf course in the United States. The clubs arrive the day before a player is set to tee off and are picked up the morning after he or she is finished playing. By using this service, customers save on airline baggage fees and avoid the hassle of carrying their clubs around the airport.

Golf Rental World carries equipment for men and women, lefties, taller golfers, and players of all age and experience levels. Additionally, the company stocks some of the best brands in the business including, Adams Golf, Wilson, Callaway, and TaylorMade, and also offers insurance for accidental damage to any piece of equipment.

For more information on Golf Rental World or to rent a set of clubs, visit www.golfrentalworld.com or call 1-866-300-5909.

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Yachtstore Provides Vacation Alternative to Crowded Cruise Ships

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Make no mistake, the television commercials for Royal Caribbean are incredible. Zip lines, wave pools, live theater, and ice shows are just a few of the many features on board the popular cruise line. Sure, there are probably many of you who wouldn’t mind sharing your vacation time with several hundred new strangers but suppose, however, you prefer a private party at sea with only your closest family members and friends. Thanks to Yachtstore, your dream vacation can become a reality.

All Aboard!

Launched in 1995, Yachtstore was the first internet site dedicated to the marketing and fulfillment of luxury charter vacations. Visitors to the site have the opportunity to browse a large selection of available yacht charters and can also find information on several destinations around the world. The company has been recognized by Elite Traveler and Travel + Leisure as an industry leader in luxury yacht charter and also provides services to many major corporations such as VISA and JP Morgan.

Yachtstore specializes in booking charters aboard yachts 100 feet or larger. All of the yachts booked are fully crewed and each charter vacation is personalized to the customer’s tastes. Individuals can travel to one of several exotic locations including Alaska, the Caribbean, Florida, the Pacific, the Mediterranean or New England. Charter yachts are typically advertised with weekly base rents and include standard expenses but all-inclusive packages and charters for shorter excursions are also available.

Make It Your Own

Looking to be wined and dined? The menu onboard each charter is planned with your personal tastes in mind. From rich and decadent desserts to vegetarian buffets to small plates, the menu is tailored to your wants. Regardless of which option you choose, an exclusive, private yacht charter is perfect for family or class reunions, romantic getaways, or special celebrations such as a wedding or anniversary.

To book your own private yacht charter, visit www.yachtstore.com or call 1-888-446-4141.

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Hotel Built to Five-Star Standards Using Shipping Containers

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Xiang Xiang Xiang Pray House

Located in Nan Dazhan Cun, a rural village on the outskirts of Changzhi city in China, the Xiang Xiang Xiang Pray House is a luxury hotel built to five-star standards using 35 new shipping containers. According to Meng Quingdong, the village governor and major player behind the project, Xiang Xiang Xiang Pray House was inspired by Japan’s earthquakes in 2011 and designed to be a boutique hotel.

In all, the hotel covers 5,000 square meters and has a total of 21 guestrooms. The three “Xiangs” in the hotel’s name stand for incense, container, and countryside (in order) and the container hotel stands within the compound of City God Temple, a major city for ceremonies in the city. The hotel has an incense theme and is decorated in a traditional Chinese style. Amenities include free incense, sachets, and a burner and the hotel also features a lobby, restaurant, and function rooms where guests can view tea ceremonies and concerts.

Designed by Beijing-based Tonghe Shanzhi Landscape Design Company, the containers were built in the seaside city of Dalian in northeast China before being transported and assembled in Changzhi. The entire process, from design to completion, took the company a total of three months. According to a main designer on the team, the construction of the Xiang Xiang Xiang Pray House saved approximately 60 percent in water and concrete consumption and produced only 30 percent of normal construction waste compared to normal hotels with the same number of rooms.

The hotel was scheduled to open in August 2012.

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Planning a Steamboat Springs Vacation in Colorado: Ski Champagne Powder

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 Vacation and Travel Planning to Steamboat Springs Colorado

Have you ever considered a vacation to Steamboat Springs, Colorado? If not, we’re confident you’ll be convinced by the end of this post.

Skiing in Steamboat Springs

Steamboat Springs, situated in Northwestern Routt County in Colorado, is known both nationally and internationally as one of the top ski destinations, and for good reason. The area is home to numerous well-known ski resorts, ski and snowboard competitions, and professional winter sport professionals. The culture is, simply put, fitting for its official registered name of Ski Town, U.S.A.!

Champagne Powder

Snowmobile Tours in Steamboat SpringsThe area of Steamboat Springs, CO is so renowned for all the winter wonders it offers, the snow even has its own trademarked name – Champagne Powder. And that champagne powder is what lures thousands of visitors to Colorado each year.

When you visit Steamboat, you have almost 3,000 acres worth of skiing to choose from covering Thunderhead Peak, Mount Werner, Christie Peak, Sunshine Peak, Pioneer Ridge, and Storm Peak. Each range boasts ski and snowboarding trails for every age and every ability, making this a perfect winter family vacation destination.

Voted #1 for tree skiing in 2009 by Skiing Magazine, there’s no need to look any further than Steamboat for your ski vacation this year. Whether you’re new to the slopes, enjoy the powder for recreation, or are sharpening your skills for competition, you’ll find the perfect mountainous adventures awaiting you.

Additional Things To Do in Steamboat Springs

Plan a Ski Vacation to Steamboat Springs

Steamboat Springs, CO with sky pyrotechnics from Sky Writing

When you wish to take a break from the slopes, you can choose from a plethora of other happenings in the area including entertaining annual events, as well as some of the best dining and shopping available in Colorado.

To warm up between hills and for a simply amazing sight, grab the camera, and head to the natural hot springs of Strawberry Park. Here, you’ll witness Mother Nature at her finest with 104 degree waters surrounded by the light, dry snow of the infamous champagne powder. During your visit, you can even engage in some camping, snowshoeing, or just relaxing while you receive a rejuvenating massage after a long day of skiing.

Backed by hundreds of positive reviews, there are good times abound at Saddleback Ranch, where you can take a snowmobile tour, dinner sleigh ride, or hop atop a tube and head down a tubing hill.

For an all-inclusive ski package experience, you may want to check out the popular Steamboat Springs Resort area, where you’ll find 141 powdery trails, a ski school, zip-line, alpine slide, endless meal options, unique and trendy shopping locales, concerts, hot air balloon tours, and horseback riding tours through the snow-blanketed trees and valleys.

Where To Stay In Steamboat Springs

Now that you’ve decided on Steamboat as your next vacation destination, you’re ready to find the perfect vacation accommodation, and Rent It Today can help.

From partnering companies including Condos in Steamboat, SkyRun Vacation Rentals, and Steamboat Lodging Properties, you can locate the most fitting cabin getaway, ski chalet, or ski-in, ski-out condo rental for you and your snowbunny, your family, or friends.

Unlike resort or hotel accommodations, vacation rentals in Steamboat, can give you that home away from home feeling where you can choose amongst a vast array of amenities based on your likes or dislikes. Some of the features you can choose from include hot tubs, walking proximity to ski lifts, wood fireplaces, media room, wet bar, and heated garage.

In addition to renting the perfect ski bungalow, you can rent snowboards, skis, & winter sports equipment from companies like Door 2 Door, reserve backpacking and camping gear from local outfitters, get baby items for any Jr skiers, mobility aids or medical supplies, linens, bicycles, and just about anything you can think of…so pack lightly, and let the local rental companies and concierge service providers take the hassle out of planning your next ski vacation.

With world-class skiing and snowboarding options, entertaining indoor activities, amazing accommodations, breathtaking views, delicious foods, and enough shopping options to buy the perfect souvenir for all the distinct personalities of your loved ones back home, do you really need any more convincing? I didn’t think so!

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Some Ups & Downs To Renting an Entire Mountain for Skiing

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Your flight is booked, and your bags are packed. All that’s left is to finalize the reservations on all your rental items – the perfect chalet, a pair of skis and boots, a mountain…Yes, you read that correctly. You actually have the option to rent an entire mountain for your own snowy pleasure from various popular ski locales.

From ski resorts including Sugarbush in Vermont, Anthony Lakes in Oregon, and Turner Mountain in Montana, you and your guests can have your mountain and ski it, too! All you need is a couple thousand dollars and some willing participants. Depending on the mountain rental, the price may also include lunch and ski guides. This sounds like the perfect option for someone wanting to host a private gathering, too embarrassed to learn how to ski in front of others, or with money to burn.

Before you hit your own personal powder, though, don’t forget to stop by Rent It Today for your accommodations and accessories. At Rent It Today, we’ve got you covered when it comes to creating snow-filled ski vacation memories!

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Red River Gorge Cabins Offer Warmth, Relaxation, & Incredible Views

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Creation Falls in Red River Gorge

It’s that time of year again – a chill in the air, morning frost on the ground, layers of clothing, and of course, snuggling by the fire. Gather your loved ones, the hot cocoa, and enjoy that fire from inside a cabin in the woods from Scenic Cabin Rentals in the Red River Gorge area of Kentucky.

Situated In The Historic Daniel Boone National Forest

Red-Cockaded WoodpeckerWhen you rent a vacation accommodation in the Gorge, you will be laying your head down each night surrounded by the beauty of the Daniel Boone National Forest. When you wake, you will be able to view the natural wonders of the environment in the form of white pines, sugar maples, and beech trees. The calls of the wild will be heard both near and far from one of over 100 species of birds found in the area. And as you sip your morning coffee, keep an eye out for a red-cockaded woodpecker or take a stroll while looking for a white-haired goldenrod, both on the endangered species list and present in the National Forest.

Kentucky Cabin Rentals

Whether you’re planning a romantic get-away for two, a neutral ground for a family holiday gathering, or a girl’s weekend away, a vacation rental from Scenic Cabin Rentals has the place for you!

Click Here to Visit www.ScenicCabin.comVacation rentals from Scenic Cabin Rentals are available with a variety of amenities. For example, you can choose a comfy chalet with a hot tub and a wrap-around deck. Or maybe you prefer to enjoy the secluded firepit that comes with a rustic cabin rental. A warm and welcoming vacation home rental can offer you outdoor dining, stone fireplace, and sleep up to 15+ people. No matter what accommodation you choose, you are guaranteed amazing views, so don’t forget your camera!

Outside The Accommodations

Staying indoors or on the grounds of your accommodation might be the perfect vacation for you. If you wish to experience nearby area adventures and attractions, however, you can head over to Natural Bridge situated in the aptly named Natural Bridge State Resort Park. On sunnier days, you can grab a trail map of the Park, and check out one of their ten hiking trails. Four picnic shelters are on-site, ready to welcome guests that wish to take a break from bird watching or fishing. On brisk or bleak days, you can enjoy a relaxing warm climb to Natural Bridge via a sky lift.

For the indoorsy type, you can take part in a friendly game of paintball, show your moves at a dance hall, take a thrill ride in a go-kart, or gain knowledge of the area during a visit to the Red River Historical Museum.

Rent Your Roost Today

Ready to reserve? Once you’ve decided to take a trip to the Gorge, the next step is reserving your vacation accommodation with Scenic Cabin Rentals.

Rent It Today makes that process simple by providing detailed descriptions and images of Scenic Cabin Rentals’ vacation accommodations, and an easy to complete contact form to get you on your way to a relaxing stay in the Bluegrass state.

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Sundance, Skiing & Snowboarding Showcase Park City, UT

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Elect to Sign Up For Ticket Purchase Beginning November 6th

Park City, Utah Hosts Great Skiing, Snowboarding, and Cinema

Tuesday, November 6th marks the day you can register for a purchase time slot to get your tickets to the 2013 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah. On December 20th, emails will be sent to registrants with the time and date of your purchase time slot. Advance ticket sales will then be held from January 8th through the 10th. The event will run from January 17 – January 27, 2013.

Held annually since 1978, The Sundance Film Festival is the largest independent cinema festival in the United States. In addition to Park City, additional festival venues are located in Salt Lake City and Ogden, Utah.

Considered by many to be the most significant film event in the United States, Sundance has emerged as a preeminent showcase for new films. Rising directors target the event as a key marketplace for American and international independent movies.

For more information, visit the Sundance Film Festival web site.

Cinema and Snow in Park City, Utah

If you’re an avid skier or snowboarder and planning on attending the Sundance Film Festival, don’t even think of planning a visit to Park City without taking in some of the runs in the area.

Park City, Utah is consistently rated one of the top ski and snowboard destinations in the world. Park City offers so many great runs, it is said you can spend a week skiing there and never repeat the same run. Of course, you’ll find most of the runs are worth repeating several times.

Results of SKI magazine’s 2013 reader resort survey reflected a rise in popularity for Park City’s ski resorts, so while you’re lining up your tickets to the Sundance Film Festival, visit Rent It Today’s vacation rentals and book yourself a sweet ski base from which to venture forth into the incredible array of world-class  winter sport offerings.

Park City Canyons Properties is a recommended vacation home rental provider. They offer convenient ‘ski in ski out’  lodging at The Canyons Ski Resort including the Grand Summit Lodge, Sundial Lodge, Silverado Lodge and Vintage on the Strand. They invite you to learn why those who seek luxurious ski vacation condo rentals choose Park City Canyons Properties to fulfill their vacation rental needs year after year. They are experienced professionals whose goal is to make your stay in Park City a great one so you’ll return often.

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Mt. Hood, Oregon Vacation Rentals

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Mount Hood in Oregon

There are so many wonderful cities within Oregon, including the region known as Mount Hood. If you’re considering or already planning a trip to Mt. Hood, Rent It Today can help! From our site, you will locate the perfect accommodations and vacation rentals, thus saving time and money, so you can enjoy all there is to see and do in the Columbia Gorge area.

The Outdoor Enthusiast’s Ideal Vacation Destination

Clark River Hiking TrailWhether you prefer recreational activities in the cold, the wet, or the warm, you’ll find them all available in one region!

If you’re going to Mt. Hood, you will want to pack your boots – that’s hiking AND ski boots. As the highest point in Oregon, Mt. Hood is the perfect hiking and skiing vacation destination, and there are numerous trails for each. For our cold weathered friends, you can hit the slopes at one of five ski areas including Timberline Lodge, Mt. Hood Meadows, Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, Cooper Spur, and Summit. Journeys by foot can take place on one of over 1200 miles of hiking trails throughout the four designated Wilderness Areas of Mt. Hood.

If you like being outside, but off your feet, you can gallop away on a guided horseback tour or paddle through an adventurous kayak excursion of the wetlands. For the little ones, there are a number of area family friendly parks and the Mount Hood Railroad which offers standard and Numerous vineyards are located throughout Mount Hood.holiday themed train rides throughout the year. And you certainly can’t forget about golfing, crabbing and fishing, visiting and learning about organic farms, taste-testing at area vineyards and wineries, and bicycling through the Hood River Valley. There really is something for everyone and every age in Mt. Hood, Oregon!

Often, you don’t even need to go any further than out the front door of your vacation lodging to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Gorge. The area is a prime natural location for bird watching, viewing spectacular fall foliage, and enjoying stunning sunsets.

Cabin Rentals & Additional Housing In Mt. Hood

After a long day of exploring the outdoors, you will want a cozy place to relax and re-energize in preparation to do it all over the next day.

At Rent It Today, we make your search for the perfect vacation accommodation in Mt. Hood, Oregon simple. From partnering company Hood River Cottage RentalVacation Rentals, you can find a home, cabin, or cottage for you and your fellow travelers.

When you rent a cabin or other lodging from Hood River Vacation Rentals, you can rest assured you will be laying your head down at night in a fully furnished, clean, comfortable, and affordable setting. They have vacation accommodations for every type of visitor to the Mt. Hood/Gorge area of Oregon. Whether you are looking for a cozy cabin for two or a vacation home that sleeps the entire family, you will find it through Hood River Vacation Rentals. Amenities and features of their rental properties can include wood fireplaces, wine cooler, flat screen televisions, internet access, pet accommodations, garage, extra storage, and hot tub. A guarantee feature with each and every vacation accommodation, however, is a spectacular view of the area.

If you are going to visit Mt. Hood, OR, you’d be wise to reserve your vacation accommodation with Hood River Vacation Rentals. You can also stay connected with them through Facebook and Twitter, so you can keep up with promotions and deals, additional rental properties, information on local attractions, and customer reviews.

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Timing Your Trip To North Carolina For Peak Fall Foliage

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Fall Foliage in NCNorth Carolina is known for many things. One of its biggest claims to fame is the fall foliage that descends upon the mountainous area along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Did you know, however, different parts of North Carolina experience their peak in foliage at varying times of the season? It’s true! Based on the averages of what has occurred over years past, the best times to visit North Carolina to view the fall foliage are as follows:

  • Late September to Early October – Western NC Highest Elevations
  • Early to Mid October – Western NC
  • Mid to Late October – Western to Central NC
  • Late October to Early November – Central NC

As you plan your fall foliage journey to North Carolina, be sure to secure the perfect cabin to go with the experience. Through Rent It Today, and partnering companies including 4 Seasons Vacation Properties, you can find a cozy cabin for two or a chalet rental for the entire family. Choose from relaxing amenities including fire pits, hot tubs, wrap around deck, and wood fireplaces. Other options include number of bed and bathrooms, satellite television, game tables, charcoal grill, and computer access. Some cabin and cottage rentals are even pet friendly!

Find your North Carolina cabin, cottage, or chalet rental today before the beautiful colors fade away!

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