Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Orlando Church named a minor Basilica by Pope

August 26, 2009- Avista Hotels & Resorts Orlando Florida- Pope Benedict XVI recently named Mary, Queen of the Universe a minor basilica, only one of 63 in the United States. Offering masses twice daily, and five times over the weekend, this Orlando church drawing thousands of visitors a week. (http://www.maryqueenoftheuniverse.org)

Located just minutes from Mary, Queen of the Universe, two award winning Orlando Hotels invites you to stay and see “The Magnificat Windows” and visit the Art collection Museum located inside the shrine’s 2,000 seat church. It’s the perfect time to not only visit this beautiful shrine but also enjoy the area theme parks as September, means shorter lines and cooler weather.

The Radisson Hotel Orlando-Lake Buena Vista and Quality Suites Orlando-Lake Buena vista are just minutes from Mary, Queen of the Universe. Both hotels are also only about one mile to Walt Disney World ® Theme Parks, The Orlando Premium Outlets®, SeaWorld®, Universal Studios Orlando®, and many area golf courses. The Radisson Hotel Orlando-Lake Buena Vista provides its guests with Free Scheduled Shuttle to the Walt Disney World® Theme Parks, Free High Speed Internet, Free local Calls, Free Parking, 24 hr fitness center, outdoor pool and spa, and Sleep Number Beds by Select Comfort. Don’t forget their on-site restaurant, Liquid Bar & Grill, open for Breakfast lunch and Dinner.

The Quality Suites Orlando-Lake Buena Vista is a all suite hotel with fully equipped kitchen every guestroom. Each suite sleeps up to 6 people. Quality Suites provides its guest with Free Hot Breakfast Buffet, Scheduled Shuttle to the Walt Disney World® Theme Parks, Free High Speed Internet, Free Parking, fitness center, business center, outdoor pool and spa.

To get more information on these two great hotels on your next stay to the Orlando/Lake Buena Vista visit us at http://www.avistahotels.com

About Avista Hotels & ResortsFounded in 1989, Avista Hotels, which operates hotels in the Florida markets. Avista Hotels include Hampton Inn®, Hilton Garden Inn®, Quality Suites®, Radisson® Hotel, and Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites®. These hotels and suites are strategically located near some of Orlando's major tourist and business locales such as Disney World, Universal Studios, Seaworld, the Orlando Orange County Convention Center, and world famous Daytona Beach. Guest can make reservations at www.avistahotels.com or call 1-800-936-9477. For more information about Avista Hotels, please contact Senior Vice President Ajit Nana at ajit@avista.com. Watch Avista Award Winning Hotels on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/avistahotels© 2009 Avista Hotels. www.avistahotels.com All rights reserved.

Monday, August 24, 2009

Holiday Inn & Suites near Universal Orlando invite you to be the first to Rock it at 65mph Hollywood RIP coaster

August 21, 2009 – Avista Hotels & Resorts Orlando Florida - Now Open! Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit!! Orlando’s newest Roller Coaster is Now Open. This highly anticipated roller coaster has some of the first ever Maneuvers & a song list that spans across five genres of music. Experience the cutting-edge technology that allows you to star in your very own music video while experiencing the ride. You pick the song, strap in, rock out & hold on for this thrilling New experience. (www.hollywoodripriderockit.com/)

The Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Hotel near Universal Orlando invites you to be one of the first to experience this extreme coaster! Located less than 2 miles from this thrilling new ride is offering great rates through the rest of the year on their Deluxe Rooms & One Bedroom Suites.

September is the perfect time to hit the parks in Orlando and with the start of school the park is not nearly as busy as it is in July & August…fewer crowds’ means shorter lines!
The weather is perfect pretty much everyday in September and you can enjoy Great savings at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Hotel near Universal Orlando with rates starting at $56.00, Universal & Zephyrhills Spring water have also teamed up and are offering Florida Residents $40.00 off of a 2 Day/2 Park Pass. Florida Residents can also purchase an Annual Pass for as low as $99.00!

Great Hotel Savings, Free Scheduled Shuttle Transportation to Universal Orlando and a New Roller Coaster; what could make your weekend get a way or kick off to your Family Vacation better than that! While staying at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites near Universal Orlando you can enjoy all of the FREE Amenities like parking, local & 800 phone calls, high speed internet access, 24 hour fitness & business center, crystal clear outdoor pool & Jacuzzi, and FREE Scheduled Shuttle Transportation to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando & SeaWorld home of the other newest Roller Coaster Manta, this is also a Must ride coaster! It has never been more affordable or exciting to visit Orlando on any budget.

You can check out all of the great savings or get more information for Holiday Inn & Suites Hotel near Universal Orlando at www.hiuniversalorlando.com

About Avista Hotels & Resorts
Founded in 1989, Avista Hotels, which operates hotels in the Florida markets. Avista Hotels include Hampton Inn®, Hilton Garden Inn®, Quality Suites®, Radisson® Hotel, and Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites®. These hotels and suites are strategically located near some of Orlando's major tourist and business locales such as Disney World, Universal Studios, Seaworld, the Orlando Orange County Convention Center, and world famous Daytona Beach. Guest can make reservations at www.avistahotels.com or call 1-800-936-9477. For more information about Avista Hotels, please contact Senior Vice President Ajit Nana at ajit@avista.com. Watch Avista Award Winning Hotels on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/avistahotels
© 2009 Avista Hotels. www.avistahotels.com All rights reserved.

Hurry! #1 Daytona Hotel on Tripadvisor.com invites you to our BBQ & Karaoke Party every Saturday!

August 21, 2009 – Avista Hotels & Resorts Orlando/Daytona Beach-- Although school may be back in session, it’s still summer on the “World’s Most Famous Beach” – Daytona Beach. August, September, and October boast fabulous weather for enjoying our beautiful beach and the warm Florida sunshine.

With 23 miles flat sandy beaches, Daytona Beach is the perfect setting for family water fun or long romantic walks for couples. Nearby family attractions include a water park, go-kart tracks, parasailing, miniature golf, deep sea fishing, and many more. The Daytona International Speedway, home of the Daytona 500, is a “must see” for race fans of all ages.

If you’re looking for more relaxing entertainment and some culture, attend a free outdoor concert at the Daytona Beach Bandshell, or visit one of the many local museums. The Halifax Historical Museum, Southeast Museum of Photography, the African American and Caribbean American Museum of Art, or the local Planetarium all offer entertainment as well as education. Don’t forget a trip to Ponce Inlet and its historic lighthouse and Turtle Museum! For a downloadable map brochure which features the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse, water taxi, historic homes and cemeteries, parks, botanical gardens and more!

Restaurants are plentiful and vary from fast food to fine dining. Whether you’re looking for a quick burger or a full course meal overlooking the Halifax River, there’s something for everyone.

For your getaway home in Daytona, there’s no better place than the Hampton Inn Daytona Beach Shores Oceanfront. Located directly on the "World's Most Famous Beach", we are only minutes from all the area’s attractions. Rated #1 Daytona Hotel on Tripadvisor.com, we are your best choice on the beach!

From now until Labor Day, join us for our Super Saturday celebrations! Free hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, and drinks are provided for all registered guests. Along with a DJ and Karaoke Show, you’ll have a full day of fun at the beach! We also feature:
* 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
* FREE On the House® Hot Breakfast Buffet
* FREE High-Speed Internet
* FREE Local Calls & FREE Parking
* Microwave & Fridge In Every Room
* One King or Two Queen Bedded Rooms, Many With Ocean View Private Balconies
* Freshly Baked Cookies Served Each Evening
* Beautiful Oceanfront Pool & Jacuzzi
* On-Site Fitness Center
* On-Site Guest Laundry
* Double Points and Mileage with Hilton HHonors ®Loyalty Program

Book now to take advantage of our lower off-season rates and you’ll see why we’re rated #1 in Daytona Beach! Visit our website at www.hamptoninndaytonabeach.com or call us at 1-800-822-7707.

About Avista Hotels & Resorts
Founded in 1989, Avista Hotels operates hotels in the Florida market and includes such top quality brands as Hampton Inn®, Hilton Garden Inn®, Quality Suites®, Radisson® Hotel, and Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites®. These hotels and suites are strategically located near some of Orlando's major tourist and business sites such as Disney World, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, the Orlando Orange County Convention Center, and world famous Daytona Beach. Guests can make reservations at www.avistahotels.com or by calling 1-800-936-9477. For more information about Avista Hotels, please contact Senior Vice President Ajit Nana at ajit@avista.com. Watch Avista Award Winning Hotels on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/avistahotels. © 2009 Avista Hotels. www.avistahotels.com All rights reserved.

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Healthy Breakfast Keep you on Track during your Orlando Vacation

August 18, 2009 – Avista Hotels & Resorts Orlando Florida - Quality Suites Lake Buena Vista Orlando (near Walt Disney World®) jump start your day right and healthy. The complimentary breakfast in this hotel not only gives you lots of choices, but also much healthier choices. Typical vacation includes lots of fast food, microwave-ready service station options, lots and lots of candies, bags of chips, and sodas. Now, this is not the case anymore. You can still eat healthy (and keep your kids healthy) when you stay at Quality Suites Lake Buena Vista Orlando. We offer traditional American’s favorite – eggs, sausage patties, waffles…etc, and also healthy choices such as hard boiled eggs, assorted cereals, low fat milk and skim milk, 100% juice, yogurt, Oat meal, fresh fruit..etc. Plenty of choices for everyone, and its Free!
For the little ones, make them a waffle with fresh fruit instead of syrup, or, mix the sweet cereal with non sweet cereal to reduce the sugar (and still make them happy). Let them make a yogurt parfait with their favorite flavor of yogurt, fruit and cereals, this will give them the energy they need to start their fun day! Make sure to give your little ones 100% Juice or low fat milk instead of sodas to complete this healthy breakfast.
For the parents, choose a whole grain cereal with low-fat milk or skim milk add fresh fruit for vitamins and fiber. Yogurt and hard-boiled eggs are good sources of protein. Or, a simple bowl of oatmeal with fresh fruit is very filling and good for you. It’s ok to spoil yourself and still be healthy. A filling and delicious egg with sausage petty with whole wheat toast is great source of protein and fiber and only about 350 calories. Try low fat milk or skim milk instead of half and half for your coffee. All these great healthy choice of breakfast will boost up your day and still keep you on the healthy track!
Now, Quality Suites Lake Buena Vista Orlando is offering Free 3 topping Large Domino’s Pizza when you book with us. Rates from $59! To keep you in the healthy loop, this offer allows you to choose thin crust pizza with three of your favorite toppings which starts with only 160 calories per serving! (Check Domino’s nutrition guide at http://www.dominos.com/home/menu/nutrition.jsp)
Book Quality Suits Lake Buena Vista Orlando now at www.avistahotels.com to receive your FREE 3 topping Large Domino’s Pizza. Rates from $59.00. Now through December 23, 2009
Our Services & Amenities:
* Best Quality Suites in Orlando- Choice Hotel Gold Award 2009* One Bedroom Suites with Fully Equipped Kitchen (sleeps up to 6 people)* Two Bedroom Suites with Fully Equipped Kitchen (sleeps up to 8 people) * 100% Smoke Free environment* FREE Schedule Shuttle to Walt Disney World ® theme parks.* FREE Hot Deluxe Breakfast Buffet. * FREE High-Speed Internet.* FREE Local Calls & FREE Parking* Microwave & Fridge in every room.* Fitness Center, outdoor Pool and Jacuzzi, jogging trail. * Meeting space available. * 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed* A Disney Good Neighbor Hotel * BEST Orlando Hotel Location: Walking distance to area restaurants & shopping. 1.5 mile to Walt Disney World ® theme parks, Cirque du Soleil®, Disney Golf Courses & Premium Outlets® 5 minutes to Sea World ®, Aquatica & Discovery Cove. 6 minutes to Universal Studios® Orlando, Wet n' Wild ®Water Park and Prime Outlets®
About Avista Hotels
Founded in 1989, Avista Hotels, which operates hotels in the Florida markets. Avista Hotels include Hampton Inn®, Hilton Garden Inn®, Quality Suites®, Radisson® Hotel, and Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites®. These hotels and suites are strategically located near some of Orlando's major tourist and business locales such as Disney World, Universal Studios, Seaworld, the Orlando Orange County Convention Center, and world famous Daytona Beach. Guest can make reservations at www.avistahotels.com or call 1-800-936-9477. For more information about Avista Hotels, please contact Senior Vice President Ajit Nana at ajit@avista.com. Watch Avista Award Winning Hotels on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/avistahotels
© 2009 Avista Hotels. www.avistahotels.com All rights reserved.

Friday, August 14, 2009

The Secret to a Low budget, 110% fun Orlando Vacation!

August 14, 2009 - August/September are in full swing in Sunny Orlando Florida. What a great time to visit Orlando! The weather is so beautiful and everyone deserves a vacation. I am sure you are aware of the “All You Can Jet for $599” offer by JetBlue Airline ( http://www.jetblue.com/) This is an ideal time to add Orlando as a vacation stop! There are hundreds of reasons to visit Orlando without breaking your budget. There is so much to do including over 10 FREE things to do (and a couple more for $10 under); everyday can be packed full of adventure and fun for you and your whole family or a romantic weekend getaway for just the two of you!

Take advantage of the FREE 2009 birthday admission:
FREE Disney admission on your birthday
FREE Hollyland Experience admission on your birthday
FREE admission on your birthday for Pirates Dinner Shows on International Drive

The Walt Disney Fireworks can be seen from other areas of Orlando, check out the Downtown Disney Market Place for an array of boutiques and eateries for every budget, watch glassblowers, visit the Lego Imagination Center & compete in the “beat-the-clock building contest , see a 12 ft. T.rex & a 30-ft. Sea Serpent both made out of thousands of Lego’s. Admission to Downtown Disney is Free!
Park by the West side and enjoy a great water taxi ride to the market place with the beautiful sunset view from downtown Disney Lakeside.

Disney’s Boardwalk is a great re-creation of a 1930’s style Atlantic Coastal Village. You can always find musicians, magicians & performers while strolling the boardwalk for free.

Universal Studios Orlando City Walk offers free admission and is a lively night out or day shopping; you can always find some kind of live entertainment going on!

Harry P Leu Garden - rated 4.5 star must visit Florida Garden on trip advisor. FREE admission every Monday morning 9am -12 noon until September 30, 2009. From October FREE admission 9am- 5pm 1st Monday of each month. Now is the best time to see the blooming Magnolia and Roses. Stroll through the beautiful gardens to get your day off to a relaxing start.

Celebration is Disney’s Town and is pretty much the perfect town. It does not cost a thing to stroll thru the neighborhoods and admire the beautiful homes, visit down town Celebration, let the kids play in the fountain while you window shop and enjoy the view of the Lake.

The Zora Neale Hurston National Museum of Fine Arts celebrates the Floridian best known for her novel “Their Eyes Were Watching God. Her Hometown of Eatonville, just west of Winter Park is a short drive from Orlando. The museum is dedicated to the material culture of people of African descent.


Window Shopping at Beautiful the Mall at Millenia with brand name like Gucci, Fendi, Mont Blanc, tiffany...etc, you might run into a celebrity there! Or, walking around the biggest Mall in Florida - Florida Mall (270 stores) Walk into M&M's world Orlando and take pictures with the cutest M&M's characters and view the most amazing M&M's products & collections (other than chocolate!)

Lake Eola Park is a beautiful 43 Acre Park located in the Downtown area of Orlando with spectacular views of the City. Walk the pathway, feed the swans, take a paddle boat ride or play in the playground.


Orlando Brewing Company, Florida’s only certified organic brewery offering free daily tours at 4pm and 6pm and offers free live entertainment on the weekends


Big Tree Park is home of “the Senator” a 118 ft. tall, 3,500 year old Bald Cypress tree. Bring lunch and have a picnic in the park.

Winter Park offers many playgrounds for the kids! Winter park definitely has something for everyone, window shop, catch a game of volleyball or visit the Farmers Market any Saturday Morning. Visit on the second Thursday of each month for a free movie. Popcorn Flicks showcased classic films in the Winter Park’s Central Park, bring a blanket & some movie munchies and enjoy!

Charles Hosmer Morse Museum - The largest Tiffany items collection in the world! From lamps, pottery, stained glass, whole tiffany dinning sets to treasures ($3.00 admission donate to the museum)

Homosassa Springs with Manatee Shows, underground aquarium, wild life zoo & a 20 minutes Florida Wild Life boat ride with guide. ($9.00 charge each person all donate to the Manatee conservation funds)


Wow with all of the free things to do while visiting Orlando, planning a low budget stress free trip is fun and easy!

Now, the Best Holiday Inn & Suites Hotel near Universal Studios Orlando is offering buy 2 nights, get the 3rd night FREE! Simply got http://www.hiunversalorlando.com/, click on Reservation, choose Packages to get your specials or call 407-581-9001 and ask for this special offer! Rates from $69! What a great deal!

See below the services and amenities we provide:

* Rated Best Holiday Inn in Orlando on Tripadvisor.com* FREE Scheduled Shuttle to Universal Studios Orlando, Sea World and Walt Disney World theme parks.* FREE Hot Breakfast Buffet for Two * FREE High-Speed Internet * FREE Local Calls & FREE Parking* Cafe Largo Restaurant onsite with Kids Eat FREE Program* Microwave & Fridge in every room.* One Bedroom Suite with Kitchen and Living Area available * 24 hours Fitness Center & Business Center* I-Drive Trolley stops in front of the hotel for Convenient & Affordable Transportation to outlets & International Drive attractions!* 3000sqft Banquet/Event space* A Walt Disney Good Neighbor Hotel

* BEST Hotel Location:1 block to International Drive! Walk to over 30 of Orlando's best restaurants, attractions, dinner shows, night clubs & shopping venues and within blocks of Pointe Orlando, Wonder Works, Sky Venture Orlando, Pirates Dinner Show, Sleuth Dinner Show and More! 1 mile to Universal Studios® Orlando, Wet n' Wild ®Water Park. 3 miles to Sea World ®, Aquatica ®,& Discovery Cove®, 5 miles to Prime Outlets, Millennia Mall, Premium Outlets & Florida Mall. 9 miles to Walt Disney World® Theme Parks, Disney Golf Courses & Falcons Fire Golf Course.

Hurry! Summer is already here and this is the best time to visit Orlando! Avoid the long lines at the park and purchase your park tickets in the Hotel Lobby!


About Holiday Inn & Suites Hotel near Universal Orlando
For hotel information, please visit http://www.hiuniversalorlando.com/ or http://www.avistahotels.com/
About Avista Hotels
Founded in 1989, Avista Hotels, which operates hotels in the Florida markets. Avista Hotels include Hampton Inn®, Hilton Garden Inn®, Quality Suites®, Radisson® Hotel, and Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites®.
These hotels and suites are strategically located near some of Orlando's major tourist and business
locales such as Disney World, Universal Studios, Seaworld, the Orlando Orange County Convention Center, and world famous Daytona Beach. Guest can make reservations at http://www.avistahotels.com/ or
call 1-800-936-9477. For more information about Avista Hotels, please contact Senior Vice President Ajit Nana at ajit@avista.com. Watch Avista Award Winning Hotels on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/avistahotels
© 2009 Avista Hotels. http://www.avistahotels.com/ All rights reserved.

Avista Hotels #1 best Orlando and Daytona Hotels on Tripadvisor.com

Orlando Florida August 07, 2009 - Avista Hotels is proudly announces its Radisson Orlando Hotel -Lake Buena Vista and Hampton Inn Daytona Beach Shores Oceanfront is rated #1 Orlando and Daytona Beach hotels on Tripadvisor.com. Unlike any other hotel rating program in the world, Tripadvisor.com are based on the thousands of real and unbiased guest reviews and opinions about hotels on Tripadvisor.com. “ TripAdvisor travelers always appreciate great values, extraordinary services and 100% satisfaction during their stay. Thousands of real travelers worldwide have helped identify these outstanding hotels, recognized for their exceptional accommodations, service, and value. We are proud of our hotels and teams to achieve the #1 rating by our guests” said Ajit Nana, Senior Vice President of Avista Hotels. “ We will continue our great services and provide our guest the best accommodation as the best Orlando and Daytona Hotel. Our goal is Hospitality at its Best for all our hotels in Orlando and Daytona Beach” For reviews of Avista Hotels #1 Orlando Hotel – Radisson Hotel Orlando - Lake Buena Vista please visit: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g34515-d85283-Reviews-Radisson_Hotel_Orlando_Lake_Buena_Vista-Orlando_Florida.htmlFor reviews of Avista Hotels #1 Daytona Beach Hotel – Hampton Inn Daytona Beach Shores oceanfront please visit: http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g34172-d84325-Reviews-Hampton_Inn_Daytona_Shores_Oceanfront-Daytona_Beach_Florida.htmlAbout Avista HotelsFounded in 1989, Avista Hotels, which operates hotels in the Florida markets. Avista Hotels include Hampton Inn®, Hilton Garden Inn®, Quality Suites®, Radisson® Hotel, and Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites®. These hotels and suites are strategically located near some of Orlando's major tourist and business locales such as Disney World, Universal Studios, Seaworld, the Orlando Orange County Convention Center, and world famous Daytona Beach. Guest can make reservations at www.avistahotels.com or call 1-800-936-9477. For more information about Avista Hotels, please contact Senior Vice President Ajit Nana at ajit@avista.com. Watch Avista Award Winning Hotels on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/avistahotels© 2009 Avista Hotels. www.avistahotels.com All rights reserved.About TripAdvisor Media NetworkTripAdvisor® Media Network, operated by TripAdvisor, LLC, attracts more than 32 million monthly visitors* across 13 popular travel brands: TripAdvisor®. TripAdvisor and the sites comprising the TripAdvisor Media Network are operating companies of Expedia, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXPE).TripAdvisor is a registered trademark of TripAdvisor LLC in the U.S. and/or other countries. Other logos or product and company names mentioned herein may be the property of their respective owners.© 2009 TripAdvisor LLC. All rights reserved.