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January 5th, 2009

Orlando Hotel Amenities…What’s New?

If you are looking to vacation at the home of the “mouse” in 2009…you may want ot know what to expect when picking your hotel. Accommodations are plentiful…that is an understatement…they are every where. Inside Disney World, you will find right at 50,000 hotel accommodations from economy to over the top luxurious. Outside the gates, there are plenty to choose from as well. Every hotel flag is represented and at sometimes you may find it a bit difficult to find exactly what you are looking for at the rate you desire to pay.  This primer sets forth a few prooven suggestions as you look for the best place for your family to stay on their Disney trip.

  1. Don’t fret what you want is out there….it may take a few minutes to find it, but if you are diligent you will be successful. Stay on the internet and do your research.
  2. Sometimes hotels are not always the best answer to your lodging needs. Today with the advent of over 30,000 condos, town homes, and private pool homes for rent, many a visitor is finding their needs met in unconventional ways and at rates that are truly unbelievable.
  3. Amenities are the watchword. Some hotels offer FREE microwave and refrigerator in their rooms. Others offer 42” plasma televisions and still others provide free scheduled shuttle service not only to Disney World but also Universal and SeaWorld. The best way to determine what works for you and your family is to write as many things you desire on your wish list. Then prioritize that list such that you know what is a must have to gain your business.
  4. Determine a rate band so that you won’t go over your budget.
  5. Return to the internet and begin your searching. Since you have discovered this site, you will want to view all the properties that make this site so unique. They all offer their first class establishments at nightly rates not found in the Disney World market.
  6. When looking at properties pay particular attention to the age of the business. Cameras can do some mighty powerful things to older hotels…don’t be fooled…check it out.
  7. It is understood that 43% of all visitors to Orlando and Disney World select their hotel by it’s proximity to the parks. If you can’t find the answer as to the location online, pick up the phone and call the hotel direct….most have a toll free 800 number.
  8. If you are looking for attraction tickets to any of the popular parks, you will find such so at discounts on many web sites. Our web site here has a list of attractive ticket packages available to you at wholesale prices.
  9. FREE airport shuttle is not a service you are going to find  at most hotels. Why? The airport is located some 42 minutes by car from Disney World. It is just to far to provide such a service for FREE.
  10. Finally be aware of what looks to be a low price when it is figured on the number of people sharing the room….many a time this is a come on to get you to spend even more money than you would desire.

These ten suggestions should assist you in establishing your game plan for your upcoming Disney World vacation. We wish you a fabulous time and hope you enjoy picking amongst the multiple Orlando hotel selections.