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Greetings!

Welcome to Terrace Ridge Disney World resorts’ December 2007 Newsletter

Resorts Near Disney World

Want to combine an exotic tropical experience while visiting the most exciting and entertaining place on earth? Stay at Terrace Ridge, the gorgeous, serene vacation rental condos in Orlando, Florida, U.S.A., just off Lake Wilson Road, just 10 minutes away from this heady blend of the best of both worlds. Just minutes away from the Caribbean Gardens, Disney World, Universal Studios, and the Sea World, Terrace Ridge evolves over a luxurious gated resort community of vacation home condos.

Beautifully furnished with 3 big bedrooms, Family Room and Kitchen, the lovely holiday rental condos also have a 4,000 square foot clubhouse and are just 1 mile from I-4 besides being close to some of the best championship golf courses in the central Florida area. Terrace Ridge as a place to stay has a community pool, an interactive water park on-site, a spa pool, games room, a sand volleyball court, a fitness center and a warm inviting lounge. The amazing fabulous Champions Gate community and Omni resort, the Champions Gate Golf Club, the home of the David Leadbetter Golf Academy, with 2 superb courses designed by Greg Norman are only a few minutes drive away. There are great restaurants, supermarkets and shops close by where you can get anything you want.

Terrace Ridge Disney World Resorts in Orlando, Florida, is a gated resort community of vacation home condos. At the 4,000 square foot clubhouse at Terrace Ridge, you can choose to bask in the Florida sunshine as you sit by the sparkling community pool or relax under a shaded lanai in the bubbling spa pool. You can enjoy yourselves on the interactive water park on-site, in the games room at the clubhouse, or if you’re feeling energetic, you can burn off some calories in the fully equipped fitness center or on the sand volleyball court. If that’s too much work - then just relax in the lounge, and meet the other guests.

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts: http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/

NATURALLY WILD ABOUT WILDLIFE

Take off into an exotic world and experience the beautiful Caribbean Gardens with rare plants and ancient trees. Evolving over 52 acres, Caribbean Gardens is created as a natural habitat and the oldest tropical gardens in the United States for different types of species of the animals of the world. Jump into a boat and cruise across to secret islands ensconced in this natural paradise and discover lemurs, monkeys and apes secure in their wonderful animal kingdom. Enjoy the essence of a quiet vacation and relax in a serene setting that overlooks the hidden dark green thick northern gardens. Walk down mysterious paths under a cathedral of tropical ficus trees with their aerial roots woven into an intricate tapestry. Watch the endangered Asian deer that barks and eats meat and African wild dogs as they bask in this fabulous setting. Explore the Caribbean Gardens with its awesome animals and insects in the Panther Glade and a certified Backyard Wildlife Habitat for observing wild butterflies. Wander into a fantastically created African Oasis and wonder at the delights of Nature.

If you need to zip up your vacation with more of this great natural adventure, then the Naples Zoo offers wild, wild wildlife in a spectrum of entertainment and education. The Naples Zoo can be accessed on, (courtesy: www.explorenaples.com). The Naples Zoo helps conservation with percentages taken from gift shop sales of particular items, (courtesy: www.floridavisiting.com), while promoting conservation projects from its general funds. And now its time to let Naples Zoo take you into a planet of virtual reality with a multi media theater that helps to understand the ways of the animal kingdom. The Safari Canyon opens out a vista of wildlife with live camera close-ups, wildlife video and living animals. Inspiring the mind and attuning people to the awareness of conservation, the Naples Zoo at the Caribbean Gardens has inspired, instilled and inculcated the importance of preservation as a place where successful breeding programs for some of the earth's most beautiful animals takes place. Delighting its visitors with the natural world to inspire the preservation of our planet's remaining wild areas and their wondrous inhabitants the Naples Zoo offers a spectrum of fun for everyone. The Scales and Tails show displays its small mammals and reptiles and allows you to get up close to them. The Alligator Bay Feeding exhibit lets you actually touch a baby alligator. Get a hands-on experience of how to help animals and have the time of your life while exploring the wild side of Nature.

Terrace Ridge Disney World vacation rental home in Orlando is just 10 minutes from Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World, 25 minutes from Orlando International Airport and 55 minutes from Sanford Airport.

To book your vacation rental condo here, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts: http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/

Available Dates/Rates

Low Season:
Jan 5 - Apr 3 and Nov 1- Dec 17 -
$79

Mid Season:
Apr 25 - Jun 30 and Sep 1 - Oct 31 -
$89

High Season:
Jul 1 - Aug 31 -
$99

Premium Season:
Apr 4 - Apr 24 and Dec 18 - Jan 4 -
$129



 
     
Book Online Now

To book your Terrace Ridge condo, log onto www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/


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Greetings!

Welcome to Terrace Ridge Disney World resorts’ November 2007 Newsletter

In this issue:
Checklist for your Disney World Trip
Available Dates/Rates - Book Online
Related Links
   
Planning a vacation to Orlando, Florida?

Before you go, make this your Disney World checklist:

Address book, stamps and pre-addressed labels for postcards
Autograph book and fat pen (easier for characters to hold) or purchase these items upon arrival so you're prepared
Camera, film and batteries, video camera. When flying, these should be in your carry-on
Cash and credit cards
Cup with lid for kids (Straws/lids are not available at the Animal Kingdom theme park)
Disney guidebooks and notes
Drivers license/Photo ID
Duffle bag/suitcase for souvenirs
Emergency numbers/contacts from home
First Aid kit/Pain relievers
Gum (not sold on Disney property)
Hat
Health Insurance card
Insect Repellent
Kleenex - purse pack size
Laundry: quarters, pre-packaged portions of detergent, softener sheets and a large bag for storing/carrying your wash
Lip balm with sunscreen
'Misting' fan -battery operated fan with spray (during hotter months)
Moleskin and other 'foot fixers'
Pennies & quarters for the penny press machines
Plane tickets
Playing cards/travel games
Prescriptions
Proof of auto insurance-for car rental
Rain ponchos/umbrella
Reservation numbers for check-in
Safety pins
Sewing Kit
Shoes - Comfortable shoes and a spare pair just in case they get wet
Stroller, whether bringing or renting, pack a bright ribbon to tie to the handle to make it easier to spot
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Sweatshirt or jacket for cooler weather travel dates
Tote Bag/Back pack
Travelers' Checks
Wet wipes/anti-bacterial gel
Ziploc bags
Courtesy: wdwinfo.com

Terrace Ridge Disney World Resorts in Orlando, Florida, is a gated resort community of vacation home condos. Less than a mile from the I-4, and even closer to some of the best championship golf courses in the central Florida area this exclusive community of vacation condominium units surround a spacious and well equipped clubhouse that’s less than a minute’s walk away from each condo block.

At the 4,000 square foot clubhouse at Terrace Ridge, you can choose to bask in the Florida sunshine as you sit by the sparkling community pool or relax under a shaded lanai in the bubbling spa pool. You can enjoy yourselves on the interactive water park on-site, in the games room at the clubhouse, or if you’re feeling energetic, you can burn off some calories in the fully equipped fitness center or on the sand volleyball court. If that’s too much work - then just relax in the lounge, and meet the other guests.

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/


Available Dates/Rates

Low Season:
Jan 5 - Apr 3 and Nov 1- Dec 17 -
$79

Mid Season:
Apr 25 - Jun 30 and Sep 1 - Oct 31 -
$89

High Season:
Jul 1 - Aug 31 -
$99

Premium Season:
Apr 4 - Apr 24 and Dec 18 - Jan 4 -
$129


Boxes marked in yellow are booked
 

     
Book Online Now

To book your Terrace Ridge condo, log onto www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/

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Terrace Ridge Disney World vacation rental home in Orlando
is just 10 minutes from Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World, 25 minutes from Orlando International Airport and 55 minutes from Sanford Airport.

To book your vacation rental condo here, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/
 
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Greetings!

Welcome to Terrace Ridge Disney World resorts’ October 2007 Newsletter

Resorts Near Disney World

Whether it's a trip to the woods to see the trees change color, a tailgating adventure to cheer a football team to victory, or a late-season trek to the amusement park, fall is becoming an increasingly popular travel season.

Over the past few years many people have discovered that a great way to save money on a family vacation is to choose to stay in a vacation rental home. There are now many kinds of vacation homes to choose from, to suit every taste and need - from a 1-bed condo to an 8-bedroom luxury home. Here are some of the advantages of an Orlando vacation home rental compared to staying in a hotel room:
  • It can be significantly cheaper than a hotel room. A large family would need to book more than one hotel room, so the savings here are very significant.
  • There is much more space. Often, homes have at least 2 master suites. Sharing a hotel room can be very stressful with children. With a rental home you can all have your own room, and often your own bathroom too!
  • You save a lot of money and time on meals. This is often overlooked when thinking about comparing costs of hotels and vacation rental homes. All you need in your vacation home is a box of cereal, some juice and coffee! Multiply this saving over 7 days and you have saved potentially hundreds of dollars. It is also much easier to prepare and save snacks for the parks adding to your savings.
  • Many Florida vacation rental homes have excellent resort facilities, which are comparable to expensive hotels. Some have community pools, cyber cafes, clubhouses, movie theaters, children's pools and playgrounds, convenience stores, tennis and fully equipped gyms.
  • Vacation rental homes also offer laundry facilities with a washer and dryer  so this can be a significant cost saving.
  • Many Orlando vacation rental homes have free Internet access and free international phone calls. Many hotels now charge a resort fee, and the bill for Internet access and calls can add up to a huge amount.
Wherever you decide to stay - enjoy your visit!

Terrace Ridge Disney World Resorts in Orlando, Florida, is a gated resort community of vacation home condos. Less than a mile from the I-4, and even closer to some of the best championship golf courses in the central Florida area this exclusive community of vacation condominium units surround a spacious and well equipped clubhouse that’s less than a minute’s walk away from each condo block.

At the 4,000 square foot clubhouse at Terrace Ridge, you can choose to bask in the Florida sunshine as you sit by the sparkling community pool or relax under a shaded lanai in the bubbling spa pool. You can enjoy yourselves on the interactive water park on-site, in the games room at the clubhouse, or if you’re feeling energetic, you can burn off some calories in the fully equipped fitness center or on the sand volleyball court. If that’s too much work - then just relax in the lounge, and meet the other guests.

Vacation Resorts Near Disney World

To book your vacation rental condo in Orlando, Florida, close to Disney World, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/
The Condo rates per day at Terrace Ridge Disney World resort are:

Low Season:
Jan 5 - Apr 3 and Nov 1- Dec 17 - $79

Mid Season:
Apr 25 - Jun 30 and Sep 1 - Oct 31 - $89

High Season:
Jul 1 - Aug 31 - $99

Premium Season:
Apr 4 - Apr 24 and Dec 18 - Jan 4 - $129

To book your Terrace Ridge condo, log onto www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com
Top 10 Orlando-Area Activities for Grown-Ups
  • Spa Treatments - First-rate spas such as those at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, the Wyndham Palace Resort, Portofino Bay Hotel, and Gaylord Palms hotel provide heavenly pampering and relief for the sore muscles and tired feet caused by the parks.
  • World Showcase Pavilions - Experience a 'round-the-world journey, visiting 11 'nations' with authentically reproduced architectural highlights, restaurants, shops, and cultural performances.
  • Cirque du Soleil - This no-animals circus is compelling for most anyone over the age of 6, but its intensity and choreography make it a real winner for adults.
  • Pleasure Island and CityWalk - These entertainment and restaurant districts are located at WDW and Universal Orlando, respectively. They provide nonstop fun for the wine-dine-and-dance set.
  • A Romantic Dinner at Victoria & Albert's - Loving couples cherish the intimate evening and scrumptious seven-course dinner at the headline restaurant in Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.
  • Discovery Cove - SeaWorld's sister park offers guests a chance to rest, relax, and swim with the dolphins in a remote island atmosphere. It's an expensive but ultimately satisfying retreat.
  • Richard Petty Driving Experience - Vrrrooooommmmmm! If you're 18 or older and have the courage, try driving or at least riding in a real NASCAR rocket at speeds significantly above the legal limit.
  • The Grand 1 - Take another break from the Mickey madness and cruise Disney's Seven Seas Lagoon (perhaps catching a glimpse of Wishes fireworks) aboard this vintage, 44-foot yacht.
  • Innoventions - Epcot is generally geared more to adults than the other WDW parks, and this display of future technologies is especially intriguing, providing a preview of life well into the 21st century.
  • Tee Time - Orlando is home to some of the country's best golf courses - Walt Disney World alone offers 99 holes, including one with a sand trap shaped like Mickey Mouse - so enthusiasts will find plenty of places to tee up.
Courtesy: http://www.frommers.com/

If you’re planning a vacation in Orlando, Terrace Ridge Resorts close to Disney World might be a good choice.

Terrace Ridge Disney World vacation rental home in Orlando is just 10 minutes from Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World, 25 minutes from Orlando International Airport and 55 minutes from Sanford Airport.

To book your vacation rental condo here, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/
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Greetings!

Welcome to Terrace Ridge Disney World resorts’ September 2007 Newsletter

Vacation Resorts Near Disney World

If you have been thinking about a vacation in Orlando and are looking for tips on how to enjoy this beautiful vacation paradise, try a rental home and not a hotel.

Orlando is the kind of place where you need to spend some time and enjoy the attractions in a relaxed way. You can’t even explore all of Disney World, let alone the other parks, in one day. So, it is a big advantage to have a comfortable “pad” from which to experience and explore Orlando.

If you are visiting Orlando with your family it could be more economical to rent a condo, home or villa than to try to cram the whole family into hotel rooms. And the savings come not just from the difference in payment for the accommodation, but the savings also come because when you are in your own rental home you can be more flexible with food, preparing your own lunch, breakfast and snacks and this can add up to big savings.

Rental homes offer other advantages too. They offer several bedrooms and are equipped with swimming pools, cable TV, DVD and stereo systems.

If you have a pet, it can be quite difficult to find hotels that will accommodate pets, but it is much easier to find vacation rentals that allow pets.

When you think of a rental home you may be worried about cleaning. You can set these worries aside because most vacations homes offer professional cleaning services too. And in case you are thinking about safety, vacation rental homes are usually fully licensed and equipped with smoke detectors, emergency lighting and fire extinguishers.

Some vacation rental firms also offer special services that make it worthwhile to stay there, such as discount tickets to all the major attractions in the area. These tickets allow you to eliminate the lines and the hassle of waiting.

So, plan your vacation carefully. Give yourself enough time to really enjoy Orlando, and find a rental home, condo or villa that will provide you with the relaxed atmosphere and comfort you deserve on your vacation.

Terrace Ridge Disney World Resorts in Orlando, Florida, is a gated resort community of vacation home condos. Less than a mile from the I-4, and even closer to some of the best championship golf courses in the central Florida area this exclusive community of vacation condominium units surround a spacious and well equipped clubhouse that’s less than a minute’s walk away from each condo block.

At the 4,000 square foot clubhouse at Terrace Ridge, you can choose to bask in the Florida sunshine as you sit by the sparkling community pool or relax under a shaded lanai in the bubbling spa pool. You can enjoy yourselves on the interactive water park on-site, in the games room at the clubhouse, or if you’re feeling energetic, you can burn off some calories in the fully equipped fitness center or on the sand volleyball court. If that’s too much work - then just relax in the lounge, and meet the other guests.

Vacation Condos Florida

To book your vacation rental condo in Orlando, Florida, close to Disney World, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/
The Condo rates per day at Terrace Ridge Disney World resort are:

Low Season:
Jan 5 - Apr 3 and Nov 1- Dec 17 - $79

Mid Season:
Apr 25 - Jun 30 and Sep 1 - Oct 31 - $89

High Season:
Jul 1 - Aug 31 - $99

Premium Season:
Apr 4 - Apr 24 and Dec 18 - Jan 4 - $129

To book your Terrace Ridge condo, log onto www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com
Multigenerational Travel On the Rise According to New Study

Grandparents Choose Orlando as Favorite Destination to Visit with Grandkids

The Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc. (Orlando CVB) recently released the results of new national research conducted by Opinion Research's Caravan that examined travel preferences of grandparents.

According to the omnibus telephone survey, 28 percent of grandparents rated Orlando as their favorite destination to travel with their grandkids, ranking it above Washington D.C. (20 percent) and New York City (19 percent). Orlando was also ranked number one by 36 percent of grandparents in the category of "top three U.S. cities" to travel to with grandkids.

"Orlando continues to be the perfect destination for multigenerational family travel as there is something to meet the needs of everyone in the group, regardless of age," said Gary Sain, president and CEO of the Orlando CVB. "The recent study also suggests we're on-track with our efforts to increase the visibility of Orlando as a favorite destination for grandparents traveling with their grandkids. Our family friendly approach to the 'grandtravel' category appears to be gaining momentum," said Sain.

The Endless Summer campaign runs through November 15 and provides more than 40 accommodation offers. Orlando grandtravel visitors can also enjoy a month-long culinary thrill ride at top Central Florida restaurants participating in the 2nd annual Magical Dining Month Sept. 1-30. Savory appetizers, enticing entrees and sweet dessert sensations spice up the fixed-price menus of nearly 50 area restaurants offering high-value Magical Dining dinners.

Courtesy: http://www.sys-con.com/

If you’re planning a vacation in Orlando, Terrace Ridge Resorts close to Disney World might be a good choice.

Terrace Ridge Disney World vacation rental home in Orlando is just 10 minutes from Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World, 25 minutes from Orlando International Airport and 55 minutes from Sanford Airport.

To book your vacation rental condo here, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/
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Greetings!

Welcome to Terrace Ridge Disney World resorts’ August 2007 Newsletter

Disney vacations are the ultimate in family vacation fun. The premium Disney vacation experience includes dining, recreation, and Walt Disney World theme park tours. Even as an adult the memories put a smile on your face and your kids can have the same experience if you manage your stay and enjoy all that a Disney vacation has to offer.

You don't have to stay in a Disney Resort, you can live your dream within your means as you can choose from the many vacation rentals Orlando has to offer including condos, cottages and large, luxury villas which are usually privately owned and are rented out directly by their owner or the owner's agent.

More and more vacation travelers planning a vacation to the Orlando area are seeking out Disney vacation rental homes that are close to Walt Disney World & other major attractions such as Universal Studios & Sea World. With four theme parks, two fun filled water parks, two of the best entertainments- shopping and dining districts in Orlando plus golf courses, spas and sports arenas; bottom line is, there are lots to see and do.

Terrace Ridge Disney World Resorts in Orlando, Florida, is a gated resort community of vacation home condos. Less than a mile from the I-4, and even closer to some of the best championship golf courses in the central Florida area this exclusive community of vacation condominium units surround a spacious and well equipped clubhouse that’s less than a minute’s walk away from each condo block.

At the 4,000 square foot clubhouse at Terrace Ridge, you can choose to bask in the Florida sunshine as you sit by the sparkling community pool or relax under a shaded lanai in the bubbling spa pool. You can enjoy yourselves on the interactive water park on-site, in the games room at the clubhouse, or if you’re feeling energetic, you can burn off some calories in the fully equipped fitness center or on the sand volleyball court. If that’s too much work - then just relax in the lounge, and meet the other guests.

Vacation Condos Florida

To book your vacation rental condo in Orlando, Florida, close to Disney World, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/
The Condo rates per day at Terrace Ridge Disney World resort are:

Low Season:
Jan 5 - Apr 3 and Nov 1- Dec 17 - $79

Mid Season:
Apr 25 - Jun 30 and Sep 1 - Oct 31 - $89

High Season:
Jul 1 - Aug 31 - $99

Premium Season:
Apr 4 - Apr 24 and Dec 18 - Jan 4 - $129

To book your Terrace Ridge condo, log onto www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com
Choosing the right vacation rental home for your holiday

The travel industry has a new feather to flaunt - vacation rentals. Now a billion-dollar industry, vacation rentals are widely popular among today's vacationers and tourists. Vacation rentals are in direct competition with hotels by virtue of all the unique features and comforts they offer.

A vacation rental is a temporarily rented apartment, town home, house or condominium offered to tourists as an option to hotels. They assure 100% privacy for the time of your stay, unlike the hotels. They also come with amenities like games, beach equipment, DVD libraries, fireplaces, hot-tubs, a stocked kitchen, etc. But it has its disadvantages as well. People are often apprehensive about the actual look and feel of the property, about its maintenance and service, and you may end up being disappointed. Therefore it is very important to know how to choose the right vacation rental for your holidays.

Vacation rentals assure more privacy and space to its guests than hotels. However, you need to choose wisely to enjoy the best of everything. Do your homework before you finalize on your choice. The Internet has made it easier for people to choose the perfect vacation rental; it showcases destinations with vivid pictures, information and testimonials for a pretty good idea. However, there is nothing better than checking out the place in person (if you can afford to do so) to avoid any chances of an unfulfilled dream.

Often potential renters are promised “big and spacious” rooms, but reality can be different. So, ask the property owner the exact room size and a detailed list of the amenities provided. You must also ask for at least 10-12 photos of the place and rooms from various angles in order to decide. Request a breakdown of costs, and ask your friends or relatives for references.

In general, the less cluttered a vacation rental is, the better. Go for sleek and simple décor. Ask for particular arrangements if you need them. For example, if you need to do a barbecue and need a grill, get that on your list. Request for the detailed costs involved in the stay. Ask your friends or relatives for references.

If you’re planning a vacation in Orlando, Terrace Ridge Resorts close to Disney World might be a good choice.

Terrace Ridge Disney World vacation rental home in Orlando is just 10 minutes from Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World, 25 minutes from Orlando International airport and 55 minutes from Sanford Airport.

To book your vacation rental condo here, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/
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Greetings!

Welcome to Terrace Ridge Disney World resorts’ July 2007 Newsletter

Rental vacation homes – when a hotel just won’t work

Planning a successful summer vacation including making travel arrangements, and getting your home ready to be vacant for the duration of your vacation can be stressful. But, unless you’re planning a visit to family or friends, you have the extra burden of finding accommodations which will comfortably suit your family for an extended period.

And those accommodations are not likely to be found in a hotel. As terrific as they are for brief romantic getaways or whirlwind sightseeing tours, hotels simply do not lend themselves to extended stays, especially for families with children. Regardless of your destination, be it to the seaside, mountains, a theme park, or just some part of the country which you find of historical interest--say, the Civil War battlefields of Virginia--rental vacation homes can be lifesavers.

Rental vacation homes are available in a variety of styles, from villas to condos to simple rustic cabins. Rental vacation homes will provide far more space and amenities than even the best hotels, and save you money in the bargain -- especially if your summer vacation is a group venture with another household splitting the costs of lodging.

Rental homes can be the perfect answer to vacations that include kids and dirty clothes because they have laundry facilities. They are also ideal because they have kitchens for the ever-hungry kids. The ability to use more than 1 bathroom for showers and freshening up is a great advantage.

Kids and summer vacation also means kids who are normally out of your hair during school hours hanging around waiting for something to do. Rental vacation homes mean yards, some of them with swimming pools. You may, with some effort, even find rental vacation homes, which will welcome Fido or Tabby, saving you even more money on pet boarding fees.

Finding rental vacation homes is not difficult. There are now many websites which offer rental vacation homes – you can find out about the location, amenities offered and even book online. So go ahead and see what the world of rental vacation homes has to offer!

If you are planning to visit Disney World this summer, Terrace Ridge is an ideal resort with rental condos that you can rent out for the trip.

Terrace Ridge Disney World resorts in Orlando, Florida, is a gated resort community of vacation home condos. Less than a mile from the I-4, and even closer to some of the best championship golf courses in the central Florida area this exclusive community of vacation condominium units surround a spacious and well equipped clubhouse that’s less than a minute’s walk away from each condo block.

At the 4,000 square foot clubhouse at Terrace Ridge, you can choose to bask in the Florida sunshine as you sit by the sparkling community pool or relax under a shaded lanai in the bubbling spa pool. You can enjoy yourselves on the interactive water park on-site, in the games room at the clubhouse, or if you’re feeling energetic, you can burn off some calories in the fully equipped fitness center or on the sand volleyball court. If that’s too much work – then just relax in the lounge, and meet the other guests.

Why not check it out?

To book your vacation rental condo in Orlando, Florida, close to Disney World, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/
The Condo rates per day at Terrace Ridge Disney World resort are:

Low Season:
Jan 5 - Apr 3 and Nov 1- Dec 17 - $79

Mid Season:
Apr 25 - Jun 30 and Sep 1 - Oct 31 - $89

High Season:
Jul 1 - Aug 31 - $99

Premium Season:
Apr 4 - Apr 24 and Dec 18 - Jan 4 - $129

To book your Terrace Ridge condo, log onto www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com
Incorporate education into a vacation

If you are a parent, you likely know how important education is to your child. When school lets out for the summer, education is often the farthest thing from your child's mind. While a break from school is needed, children are still encouraged to continue their education during the summer. If you want to keep the learning experience alive during the summer, you should consider incorporating education into your summer vacation.

Many parents wonder if it is really possible to incorporate education into a vacation. It is possible and many vacations are not only filled with learning, but fun and excitement. If you are interested in scheduling an educational summer vacation for you and your family, you will have to decide on a summer vacation destination. When it comes to educational activities, you have a number of different options to choose form.

When it comes to educational tourist attractions, many parents automatically think of a museum. Science museums, history museums, and art museums are located all around the world. If you are interested in scheduling a museum visit, the visit may not fill up your whole summer vacation. Many parents have had success scheduling museum tours.

If you are interested in scheduling a summer vacation that offers fun, excitement, and thrills all at once, you may want to examine visiting a theme park. Theme parks are amusement parks that focus on a particular theme. Sea World is one of the most well-known, educational theme parks in the world. In addition to fun and exciting rides, you can watch aquatic shows and visit underwater aquariums.

In addition to Sea World, Bush Gardens is another theme park that focuses somewhat on education. Bush Gardens tends to have an animal safari theme. In addition to a number of thrill rides, Bush Gardens is known for their educational animal adventures. These adventures may include onsite zoos or animal safari museums.

Guided tours are another popular vacation choice for parents who are vacationing with their children. Guided tours are available at a wide variety of different vacation destinations. Guided tours are often found in state parks, animal sanctuaries, and at historical landmarks. In the Untied States, educational guided tours can be found at the Grand Canyon, Yosemite National Park, and in the Adirondacks Region of New York.

As more families opt for fun filled vacations, rather than educational ones, the popularity of educational tourist attractions is on the decline. This slight decline may give you privacy and the opportunity to find great deals and discounts. In addition to cheap admission fees, you can often find online coupons for guided tours at many popular summer vacation destinations, museums, and theme parks.

Educational activities do not have to limit your summer vacation destination options. Many popular vacation destinations are within a short distance to a number of facilities that host educational activities and events. With the ability to learn, have fun, and save money, all at the same time, why would you not want to make your summer vacation educational?

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Terrace Ridge Disney World vacation rental home in Orlando is just 10 minutes from Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World, 25 minutes from Orlando International airport and 55 minutes from Sanford Airport.

To book your vacation rental condo here, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/
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Greetings!

Welcome to Terrace Ridge Disney World resorts’ June 2007 Newsletter

Summer is here the season of activity, vacations and travel, warmth and joy. Have you decided on your vacation spot where you can relax peacefully away from your hectic work schedule and spend time with your family?

Most people prefer to rent resorts for their vacation. Here's a look at how you stand to gain by renting a resort on your vacation:
Rental resorts are like a home away from home. They offer great ambience, and facilities such as a family room, bedroom, bathroom, Kitchen and the laundry room.
You are guaranteed more privacy, which means you feel more relaxed and comfortable in the atmosphere.
Entertainment facilities such as a TV System, DVD or VCD are available for you to enjoy the time you spend here.
Most resorts are close to important places such as theme parks or tourist attractions. This can be a great advantage if you wish to have some peace and quiet as well as quick access to interesting locales.
If you are someone who enjoys swimming, renting a resort is something you can look forward to because you will probably have your own private pool.
You can cook your own food and perhaps even have opportunities to barbeque any time you want and this is really fun.
Rentals resorts cost you less than hotel rooms and if you family is a big one, rental resorts will be ideal as they provide enough space for your family. You don't have to bother getting adjoining rooms as you would need to if you were to book a hotel.
If you are planning to visit Disney World this summer, Terrace Ridge is an ideal resort that you can rent out for the trip.

Terrace Ridge Disney World resorts in Orlando, Florida, is a gated resort community of vacation home condos. Less than a mile from the I-4, and even closer to some of the best championship golf courses in the central Florida area this exclusive community of vacation condominium units surround a spacious and well equipped clubhouse that’s less than a minute’s walk away from each condo block.

At the 4,000 square foot clubhouse at Terrace Ridge, you can choose to bask in the Florida sunshine as you sit by the sparkling community pool or relax under a shaded lanai in the bubbling spa pool. You can enjoy yourselves on the interactive water park on-site, in the games room at the clubhouse, or if you’re feeling energetic, you can burn off some calories in the fully equipped fitness center or on the sand volleyball court. If that’s too much work – then just relax in the lounge, and meet the other guests.

Why not check it out?

To book your vacation rental condo in Orlando, Florida, close to Disney World, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/
The Condo rates per day at Terrace Ridge Disney World resort are:

Low Season:
Jan 5 - Apr 3 and Nov 1- Dec 17 - $79

Mid Season:
Apr 25 - Jun 30 and Sep 1 - Oct 31 - $89

High Season:
Jul 1 - Aug 31 - $99

Premium Season:
Apr 4 - Apr 24 and Dec 18 - Jan 4 - $129

To book your Terrace Ridge condo, log onto www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com
Florida Vacations

When most of us think of a dream vacation within the country, we think of Florida! What's so great about a vacation in Florida?

Florida has plenty of tourist attraction spots and you can never get your fill of all the events happening here. You just feel like dropping in here, every summer and making the most of your vacations with your friends and family in the exciting theme parks, shopping venues and tourist spots.

Florida is known for its great amusement and theme parks. These parks have the latest in theme amusement and you get to have your fill of fun and excitement with the different games and thriller rides you find here. The world's most famous theme and amusement park Walt Disney World Resort is located here and visiting Disneyland is everyone's dream-come-true. Florida is also famous for its beaches. Come summer, folks rush to the beautiful sand-filled beaches and bask in the sunlight to get the best tan!

If you love the great outdoors, Florida will give you plenty of opportunity to go scuba diving and fishing along the coastline. Some of the must see beaches of this beautiful state include Miami Beach, Daytona Beach, Panama City Beach, Clearwater Beach, Pensacola, Fort Lauderdale Beach. They are the most visited spots in America. Other outdoor activities you can come here and enjoy are surfing, shelling, skim-boarding, swimming and windsurfing.

Other than the beautiful beaches and world famous amusement parks, Florida has other interesting tourist attractions such as museums, historic sites and battlefield. Places such as John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, Universal Studios, Ripley's Believe It or Not! Orlando Odditorium and Sea World are not places to be missed.

It's not just during summer that people rush to Florida, winter and spring are also times when people visit to experience the joy of what these seasons have to offer here. You could say Florida's tourism industry is busy throughout the year.

One of the most important aspects to a great vacation is find a neat and comfortable place in which to stay. If your vacation trip to Florida includes a trip to Disney World, be sure to check out Terrace Ridge resorts. Its located just ten minutes away from Disney World and you find the accommodation affordable and pleasant, with all required amenities available for a comfortable stay.

Terrace Ridge Disney World vacation rental home in Orlando is just 10 minutes from Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World, 25 minutes from Orlando International airport and 55 minutes from Sanford Airport.

To book your vacation rental condo here, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/
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Greetings!

Welcome to Terrace Ridge Disney World resorts' May 2007 Newsletter

Happy Mother's Day!

Mother's Day is May 13th. It is time to honor Mom for all the loving things she does every single day. Have you thought about how you will celebrate Mom?

On Mother's Day you may want to do something special for your Mom and make her feel appreciated. With a little advance planning you can come up with the perfect gift for your Mom. All you need is a little 'out of the box' thinking and some good old-fashioned creativity. The most endearing Mother's Day gifts are those with a personal and sentimental touch.

Moms never seem to get enough rest and relaxation, but they don't seem to mind because they enjoy being mothers and caregivers. Nevertheless it is always nice to have a little time off and a great idea is to give your mother a vacation of a few days or even a week.

How about giving the gift of a nice, relaxing vacation for your Mom in Florida?
Condo rates slashed to $69 (per day) for the month of May.
Book Now!

Terrace Ridge Disney World resorts in Orlando, Florida, is a gated resort community of vacation home condos. Less than a mile from the I-4, and even closer to some of the best championship golf courses in the central Florida area this exclusive community of vacation condominium units surround a spacious and well equipped clubhouse that's less than a minute's walk away from each condo block.

At the 4,000 square foot clubhouse at Terrace Ridge, you can choose to bask in the Florida sunshine as you sit by the sparkling community pool or relax under a shaded lanai in the bubbling spa pool. You can enjoy yourselves on the interactive water park on-site, in the games room at the clubhouse, or if you're feeling energetic, you can burn off some calories in the fully equipped fitness center or on the sand volleyball court. If that's too much work – then just relax in the lounge, and meet the other guests.

Why not check it out? You can bank on the fact that your Mom will love it.

To book your vacation rental condo in Orlando, Florida, close to Disney World, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/
The Condo rates per day at Terrace Ridge Disney World resort are:

Low Season:
Jan 5 - Apr 3 and Nov 1- Dec 17 - $79

Mid Season:
Apr 25 - Jun 30 and Sep 1 - Oct 31 - $89

Condo rates slashed to $69 (per day) for the month of May.
Book Now!

High Season:
Jul 1 - Aug 31 - $99

Premium Season:
Apr 4 - Apr 24 and Dec 18 - Jan 4 - $129

To book your Terrace Ridge condo, log onto www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com
Some essential packing tips for an enjoyable vacation

Before you start out on a vacation, whether on land or on a cruise, there is a lot of excitement. In this excitement, you may forget to pack some small, yet important items. On the other hand, over stuffing your suitcase is also unwise. You may have packed a whole lot of irrelevant stuff. So holiday planning is crucial. Some packing tips that may be helpful:

For example, to avoid getting sunburns you may remember your blue wide-brimmed hat. But while dreaming of a lazy stroll on the deck with your hat that matches the color of the ocean, you are likely to forget your sunglasses.

Generally people tend to remember cameras, alarm clocks and CD players. But, how about the electric razor you may use on the day of your departure? Electrical gadgets work with batteries. So, make sure you carry enough for all your electric appliances.

Another item that people tend to be careless about and over look is prescription medication. Please carry a copy of your prescription along with the original, if you can. This will come in handy as a backup if your luggage gets lost or mishandled. It is also sensible to put two sets of your medication in separate bags in case one gets misplaced or lost.

You must carry at least two pairs of bathing suits. For one thing, you may not want to be seen wearing the same one everyday, and more importantly, your only suit may not be comfortable and dry enough when you wish to use it.

Your packing list, in many cases should probably include sunscreen, a pair of sunglasses and few flip-flops. And if you are traveling to a cold place, don't forget the woolens like scarf, gloves, and socks.

Lip Balm is a small item that is often forgotten, and a small medical kit is essential on any trip.

Carry essentials like memory cards, batteries or films for your camera.

Make sure to keep copies of your travel documents and important information for emergencies.

Think of the time when you come back, and make sure to have change to make phone calls etc. if necessary.

You may also want carry a notebook and writing tool with you. This will help you to log in all your impressions while they are still fresh in your mind and make the experiences more complete and enjoyable. Plus, these impressions will add to what you have captured through your video and or still pictures.

Cruise stories and unusual incidents are a huge hit with people. Daily journals help to capture small but significant details in a timely manner. If you possess good writing skills, then your impressions and observations may become a bestseller some day soon!

Terrace Ridge Disney World vacation rental home in Orlando is just 10 minutes from Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World, 25 minutes from Orlando International airport and 55 minutes from Sanford Airport.

To book your vacation rental condo here, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/
 
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Greetings!

Welcome to Terrace Ridge Disney World Resorts' April 2007 Newsletter

Going to Disney World on a budget starts with finding budget accommodation

If hotel rates have ravaged your travel budget, then you should consider some alternatives. It often pays to check out the alternatives that might be available in your destination that could save you money.

Renting vacation homes in resort areas is one alternative that is getting popular. You can easily find the vacation home of your choice on the Internet.

If you don't find anything interesting, then there are scores of travel message boards where vacation rentals are posted. Do a search for 'vacation home rentals' and your destination and you should find postings.

With the Internet, these opportunities are easier to advertise to a geographically diverse audience. Their availability is so widespread that the popularity of this option seems to increase each year.

But are such vacation rentals a good deal?

Sure! Larger travel parties often benefit more from these deals, as do people who tend to want to relax. Renting a house on a lake with great fishing could be ideal for enthusiastic anglers and they are economical too.

Terrace Ridge Disney World resorts in Orlando, Florida, is a gated resort community of vacation home condos. Less than a mile from the I-4, and even closer to some of the best championship golf courses in the central Florida area this exclusive community of vacation condominium units surround a spacious and well equipped clubhouse that's less than a minute's walk away from each condo block.

At the 4,000 square foot clubhouse at Terrace Ridge, you can choose to bask in the Florida sunshine as you sit by the sparkling community pool or relax under a shaded lanai in the bubbling spa pool. You can enjoy yourselves on the interactive water park on-site, in the games room at the clubhouse, or if you're feeling energetic, you can burn off some calories in the fully equipped fitness center or on the sand volleyball court. If that's too much work - then just relax in the lounge, and meet the other guests.

Why not check it out?

To book your vacation rental condo in Orlando, Florida, close to Disney World, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/
The Condo rates per day at Terrace Ridge Disney World resort are:

Low Season:
Jan 5 - Apr 3 and Nov 1- Dec 17 - $79

Mid Season:
Apr 25 - Jun 30 and Sep 1 - Oct 31 - $89

High Season:
Jul 1 - Aug 31 - $99

Premium Season:
Apr 4 - Apr 24 and Dec 18 - Jan 4 - $129

To book your Terrace Ridge condo, log onto www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com
Everyone can be a Kid Again in Orlando!

Parents, you might think you are planning an Orlando vacation for your kids but, we bet that once you get here, you’ll realize that this trip is just what you needed, too! After all, where else but in Orlando can you race your kids from exciting ride to breathtaking show one day and sneak away guilt-free for a round of golf, a spa treatment, relaxing dinner or show the next?  In a magical destination built especially for families, where fantasy and reality meet, you will find that childhood is a place you can revisit time and again as you reconnect with your own children.

When you are traveling with kids with different needs like a star-struck toddler who dreams of meeting fairytale princesses, an adventure-seeking pre-teen who wants an amazing animal encounter, or a hard-to-impress teenager who feels the need for speed and high-tech thrills, you will find that Orlando offers unique adventures for each and every one of them. But, don’t worry - Orlando’s theme parks also offer plenty of fun for grown-ups, too.

The fun extends far beyond our theme parks for visitors of all ages. Enjoy a night out on the town or soak up some culture. Or use your vacation to embark on a new adventure as a family like hang gliding or sky diving.

Take your next vacation in a place where families can just be, well, families.


Terrace Ridge Disney World vacation rental home in Orlando
is just 10 minutes from Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World, 25 minutes from Orlando International airport and 55 minutes from Sanford Airport.

To book your vacation rental condo here, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/
 
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Greetings!

Welcome to Terrace Ridge Disney World resorts' March 2007 Newsletter

The biggest surprise for many visitors as they first arrive in Orlando, Florida is often the fact that a vast percentage of the area is not land, but water. Within Orlando's city limits are 104 named lakes. And in the surrounding suburbs there are an additional 238 named lakes as well as a whopping 369 lakes as yet unnamed. The hundreds and hundreds of sparkling lakes magnify the remarkably clear blue skies of the city - justifiably known as 'The City Beautiful'.

With a population of nearly two million people within the city and the outlying suburban areas, Orlando is the largest interior city in the state of Florida. In what is commonly referred to as Central Florida, the area includes the high-demand vacation and recreation attractions of Walt Disney World, Sea World, and Universal Studios.

More than 50 million people come to Orlando annually to enjoy the attractions, entertainment, and warm weather. Options for accommodations abound once they arrive, with hundreds of hotels and vacation rentals from which to select.

Terrace Ridge Disney World resorts in Orlando, Florida, is a gated resort community of vacation home condos. Less than a mile from the I-4, and even closer to some of the best championship golf courses in the central Florida area this exclusive community of vacation condominium units surround a spacious and well equipped clubhouse that's less than a minute's walk away from each condo block.

At the 4,000 square foot clubhouse at Terrace Ridge, you can choose to bask in the Florida sunshine as you sit by the sparkling community pool or relax under a shaded lanai in the bubbling spa pool. You can enjoy yourselves on the interactive water park on-site, in the games room at the clubhouse, or if you're feeling energetic, you can burn off some calories in the fully equipped fitness center or on the sand volleyball court. If that's too much work - then just relax in the lounge, and meet the other guests.

Why not check it out?


To book your vacation rental condo in Orlando, Florida, close to Disney World, visit: http://www.terraceridgedisneyworld.com/

Also visit the following sites for more information on Terrace Ridge vacation resorts:
http://www.rentacondoneardisneyworld.com/
http://www.vacationresortflorida.com/