Not all Caribbean cruise vacations are created equal. Especially if one is a land and sea getaway that includes Orlando as a port of call!

Now you can enjoy the cruise vacation of a lifetime that starts out with a two night stay in a spacious and luxurious one-bedroom villa at Westgate Resorts in Orlando, just one mile from Walt Disney World Resort.

Westgate Town Center features numerous swimming pools, a fitness room, tennis courts, miniature golf, video arcade, basketball and volleyball courts, picnic areas and a children’s activity center. And it’s located right in the heart of Orlando’s famed attractions area.

From there it’s on to a fun-filled 4-night cruise aboard a world-class luxury ship, Royal Caribbean’s Monarch of the Seas, with stops in Nassau, Bahamas, and beautiful Coco Kay!

Monarch of the Seas boasts state-of-the-art features such as an oversized spa and fitness center, Asian-fusion restaurant, Casino Royale, themed bars and lounges, two outdoor pools, two whirlpools, Adventure Ocean youth facilities, open-air basketball court, make-your-own pizzeria and Royal Caribbean’s signature rock-climbing wall.

This special VIP vacation also includes a Bon Voyage party, personal concierge services, and shuttle service to and from the resort to Port Canaveral. For additional details on this Orlando/Caribbean Cruise adventure, visit http://www.ownerevents.com/.

It’s getting closer to “back to school” time, but there’s still ample opportunity to get back to Busch Gardens Williamsburg, as well!From high flying roller coasters and refreshing roaring rapids to great family shows and massive Clydesdale horses, there’s something for everyone waiting at Busch Gardens. And if you really want to enjoy some cool fun before the end of summer, there’s also time to get back to Water Country USA before the mid-Atlantic’s largest water park closes for the season on Sept. 6, 2010.

These two great theme parks are only part of the fun near Williamsburg. You’ll also want to check out the world’s largest living history museum by visiting the Colonial Williamsburg colonial area. From the earliest days of America to the modern wonders of today’s theme park technology, it’s all waiting for you in Williamsburg.

Discover more to do in Williamsburg, VA today or year round by visiting http://www.historicwilliamsburgusa.com/ or http://www.westgatereservations.com/.

Are you ready for some football! The NFL season is just around the corner and Westgate Resorts has a number of exciting premiere event weekends specifically for NFL fans!

These VIP events include game tickets, luxury accommodations at a 5-Star Westgate Resort property in Orlando, local transportation to and from the stadium, a special welcome party and dinner reception, personal concierge service and more.

Right now you can choose from epic NFL games like the Pittsburgh Steelers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New Orleans Saints at Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Atlanta Falcons at Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Carolina Panthers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and Indianapolis Colts at Jacksonville Jaguars.

The Premiere Events calendar also features other sports options including Tampa Bay Rays baseball and Orlando Magic basketball. Don’t miss your chance to cheer on your favorite teams. These VIP events sell out quickly so book your tickets today by visiting http://www.ownerevents.com/.

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Southern gospel music has long resounded throughout the beautiful hills of the Missouri Ozarks, be it from country churches and county fairs or grand stages and theaters. Yet some of the best southern gospel music in the area also resonates annually from Branson’s most popular theme park, Silver Dollar City.

It’s all part of the vibrant and energetic Southern Gospel Picnic - a yearly celebration of music that runs from August 26 to September 6, 2010.

Visitors can enjoy hundreds of performances from the top names in southern gospel music including The Isaacs, Triumphant Quartet, The Inspirations, Legacy Five, Squire Parsons and others. In addition, the park’s Echo Hollow Amphitheatre will be serenaded with music from the famed Southern Gospel Nights concert series each evening during the festival.

Once again, Sunday morning worship services will also be held in Silver Dollar City’s Red Gold Heritage Hall during the festival. Speakers include the inspirational David Ring on Aug. 29 and “America’s minister of encouragement,” and noted humorist and evangelist Dennis Swanberg on Sept. 5.

For more information on Silver Dollar City and the Southern Gospel Picnic, go to http://www.ticket2branson.com/. Or visit http://www.westgatereservations/ for details on discount tickets and accommodations in Branson, including Westgate Branson Woods Resort.

Visiting Orlando to check out the all new Wizarding World of Harry PotterTM at Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme park? Why not stay just steps away from the magic and excitement by booking a room at one of the three luxurious Universal Orlando® on-site hotels.

When you stay at an onsite hotel, you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter such as early park admission to the Wizarding World, one hour before the park opens. You’ll also have to option to skip the regular lines at participating attractions in both Universal Orlando theme parks - a free benefit worth up to $87 per person, per day.

All of the Universal hotels are within walking distance of both theme parks and CityWalk® and all provide a one-of-a-kind themed setting. You can enjoy the Italian elegance of the luxurious Loews Portofino Bay Hotel. You can live like a rock star at the Hard Rock Hotel®. Or you can relax in the tropical paradise that is the Loews Royal Pacific Resort!

Each uniquely themed hotel offers the utmost in comfort and convenience with exceptional amenities, first-rate dining options and spectacular themed pools.

For more information, go to http://www.universalorlando.com/ or visit http://www.westgatereservations.com/ for additional Orlando resort options.

What would you rather do… enjoy a fun-filled getaway in a popular vacation destination or attend a top-notch concert or sporting event featuring your favorite artist or team?Well, now you can do both! Westgate Resorts’ special premiere events program combines the best in entertainment with a VIP stay at a luxurious Westgate Resorts property in locations such as Las Vegas or sunny Orlando!

Better yet, each special premiere event getaway also includes a variety of other extras such as a welcome party and dinner reception, personal concierge services, local transportation to and from the event, and more. As a result, you can get you’ll be treated like a true VIP every step of the way.

Westgate premiere events are scheduled year round and feature a wide range of possibilities including NFL and MLB sporting events, top Vegas shows such as Elton John and Cher, popular concerts with such artists as Justin Bieber, Shakira, Carrie Underwood and Tom Petty. And every event includes exceptional luxury accommodations at a beautiful Westgate Resorts property.

For a complete list of current upcoming events in Orlando and Las Vegas, visit http://www.ownerevents.com/. Be sure to check back on the site frequently as new events are continually being listed. For more on Westgate Resorts properties, go to http://www.westgatereservations.com/.

While most of the excitement at Universal Studios Orlando currently centers around the new Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Islands of Adventure, there is still plenty of magic to be found at Universal Studios theme park, as well.

Almost lost in the immense shadow of Hogwarts castle, Universal Studios offers up the still new Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. The state-of-the-art roller coaster provides an unique ride every time as riders create their very own coaster experience by choosing their own musical soundtrack.

Riders can select from 30 songs and the varied genres include country, pop/disco, club/electronia, rap/hip-hop and classic rock/metal. To date, the most popular selections include Glamorous by Fergie, Bring Me to Live by Evanescence, Rollin by Limp Bizkit, Pump It by Black Eyed Peas and Stonger by Kanye West.

But other options include The Devil Went Down to Georgia by Charlie Daniels Band, That’s the Way (I Like It) by KC and the Sunshine Band, U Can’t Touch This by MC Hammer, Intergalactic by Beastie Boys, and Kickstart My Heart by Motley Crue, to name just a few.

While the masses are jamming into the Wizarding World, now’s a great time to experience Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit and the many other popular rides and attractions at Universal Studios Florida.

Visit http://www.orlandothemeparkvacations.com/ for details on the two Universal theme parks and for discount ticket and hotel options. Or go to http://www.westgatereservations.com/ for resort accommodations like the luxurious Westgate Lakes Resort and Spa.

Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort presents its monthly Velvet Sessions concert featuring Soul Asylum, August 26, 2010. The rock band is best known for its popular 1990s hits “Runaway Train” and “Misery.”

Velvet Sessions is open to adults age 21 and over. In addition to great live music, the evening includes themed specialty drinks and hors d’ouevres which are included in the price from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Starting at 8:30 p.m., additional cocktails are available at a cash bar while the band takes the stage in the lobby of the Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando. Parking is free at the hotel situated adjacent to Universal Studios theme park.

Admission for the Velvet Sessions program is $25 in advance or $30 at the door. For details, see http://www.universalorlando.com/.

Discount Orlando hotel accommodations and discount Universal Studios theme park tickets are available at http://www.orlandothemeparkvacations.com/.

The July version of Velvet Sessions, featuring The Fixx, sold out. Other previous bands have included Psychedelic Furs, Everclear, Asia, the Romantics and Joan Jett.