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Tuesday, September 13th, 2011
I recently had an opportunity to sit down and answer some questions about our hotel and the area. It was difficult to keep the answers short. There is so much to do and see here, I could have gone on forever! I hope you find this helpful. I would love to hear from you about your favorites. It’s always great to share.
1. What’s the main reason people visit your property? Location, Location, Location!… [Read More]
2. What’s the main reason you think people SHOULD be visiting your property? Our Value can’t be beat! We are also proud of the many specials and promotions we have available to our guests. Our guests know by signing up for our mailing list and becoming a fan on Facebook, they get access to specials not found on our website or online travel sites… [Read More]
3. If you had to recommend to a guest one unmissable thing to do at your hotel what would it be? Relax at one of our two heated pools!… [Read More]
4. If they had a whole day in town what would you recommend they do? Deciding what to do in the Kissimmee/Orlando area is never an easy decision, because there is so much!… [Read More]
5. What if they had three days? With three days, you can’t go wrong visiting DisneyQuest, WonderWorks, Orlando Science Center, Kennedy Space Center, or Leu Gardens… [Read More]
6. What is your favorite place to dine that you would recommend to your guest? Right down the street in Celebration!… [Read More]
7. What local restaurants would visitors be fools not to try while they’re in Orlando? Any of the many restaurants located in Celebration… [Read More]
8. What local attraction would visitors be fools not to visit while they’re in Orlando? There are many attractions not to be missed liked Gatorland, FunSpot USA, Old Town and WonderWorks… [Read More]
9. Describe your hotels philosophy when it comes to guest service in the hospitality industry. We always serve our guests with a smile, go beyond the call of duty and always try to exceed their expectations… [Read More]
10. What should your guest expect upon their arrival? When guests arrive at The Seralago Hotel & Suites they are met with a warm greeting… [Read More]
11. Why should guests stay at your hotel? It’s all right here! Service, Value and Amenities. We offer the best value for the money, in the area… [Read More]
12. Would you like to add any other points about your hotel? The Seralago Hotel & Suites offers a great location, with great staff, and lots of things to do within walking distance. Our staff loves to have fun and we love to share the fun with our guests… [Read More]
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Friday, May 27th, 2011
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. It is celebrated on the last Monday in May.
In 1915, inspired by the poem “In Flanders Fields,” Moina Michael replied with her own poem:
We cherish too, the Poppy red
That grows on fields where valor led,
It seems to signal to the skies
That blood of heroes never dies.
She then came up with the idea to wear red poppies on Memorial Day in honor of those who died serving the nation during war. Shortly before Memorial Day in 1922, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) became the first veterans’ organization to nationally sell poppies. Two years later their “Buddy” Poppy program was selling artificial poppies made by disabled veterans. Donations received from the distribution of the Poppies are used to benefit disabled and needy veterans, and the surviving spouses and children of those who gave their lives for our country.
 Poppy Seralago Hotel & Suites employees are wearing If you are staying with us at the Seralago Hotel & Suites this holiday weekend, you will notice all our employees wearing these Poppies in honor of those heroes who have given their all in service to their country. The National Moment of Remembrance Resolution, passed on December 2000, asks all Americans, on Memorial Day at 3:00pm, “to voluntarily and informally observe in their own way a moment of remembrance and respect, pausing from whatever they are doing for a moment of silence or listening to Taps.” We hope that on Memorial Day, at 3:00pm local time, you will join us in a “National Moment of Remembrance”.
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Friday, May 20th, 2011
Today is the first day of Star Wars Weekends at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This fun event runs through June 12th.
To mark the beginning of Star Wars Weekend, Star Tours has returned! You can blast into the universe of Star Wars like never before—in 3-D! Star Tours – The Adventures Continue takes Jedi’s from Tatooine to Coruscant and beyond. With several possible missions, you never know where the Force may take you.
With our limited time, $35 Special, it’s never been a better time to stay with us at the Seralago Hotel & Suites.
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Throughout each Star Wars weekend listed below, special celebrity hosts appear in various scheduled activities, including motorcades and autograph sessions.
Celebrity Hosts - All Weekends
James Arnold Taylor (Obi-Wan Kenobi in Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
Ashley Eckstein (Ahsoka Tano, Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
May 20 to 22
Anthony Daniels (C-3PO)
Daniel Logan (Episode II Boba Fett)
Special Guest: Dave Filoni (Supervising Director, Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
May 27 to 29
Anthony Daniels (C-3PO)
Bruce Spence (Tion Medon)
Voice Talent Guest: Dee Bradley Baker (Captain Rex, Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
June 3 to 5
Ray Park (Darth Maul)
Jeremy Bulloch (Boba Fett)
Voice Talent Guest: Matt Lanter (Anakin, Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
June 10 to 12
Ray Park (Darth Maul)
Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca)
Voice Talent Guest: Tom Kane (Yoda, Star Wars: The Clone Wars)
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Monday, June 28th, 2010
Regal Cinema is hosting a free family film festival this summer. Selected G or PG movies start at 10:00am every Tuesday and Wednesday during the festival. Tickets and seating are first-come, first-served and are limited to theatre capacity. The closest one to the Seralago Hotel & Suites would be The Loop Stadium 16, just 10 minutes away on N. John Young Parkway at The Loop in Kissimmee. Their phone number is 407-343-0674.
Here are the movies they have planned for the rest of the summer:
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06/29/2010-06/30/2010
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Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything (G)
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Night At The Museum II (PG)
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07/06/2010-07/07/2010
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Trumpet Of The Swan (G)
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Hotel For Dogs (PG)
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07/13/2010-07/14/2010
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Tale of Despereaux (G)
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Astro Boy (PG)
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07/20/2010-07/21/2010
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Jonah: A Veggie Tales Movie (G)
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The Spy Next Door (PG)
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07/27/2010-07/28/2010
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Wallace and Gromit (G)
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Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs (PG)
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08/03/2010-08/04/2010
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All Dogs Go To Heaven 2 (G)
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Ice Age: Dawn Of The Dinosaurs (PG)
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08/10/2010-08/11/2010
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ARCTIC TALE (G)
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Planet 51 (PG)
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Enjoy the movie!
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Friday, June 11th, 2010
Have you heard?! The Fun Spot USA located right next door to us, by Old Town, will be getting its first roller coaster! It’s called The Galaxy Spin, and it’s a 55 foot-tall “wild mouse” coaster that seats up to four people per car! This wild mouse coaster is a small roller coaster that takes tight, flat turns and averages 30 miles per hour. It will provide different experiences depending on how many people ride it at a time and how much they weigh. Those factors can cause variation in the spins and turns the cart takes.
The Galaxy Spin is the 20th ride at Fun Spot USA and it will be incorporated within the $34.95 all-rides armband. The $34.95 armband includes all of Fun Spot’s thrill rides, go-kart tracks and other attractions. A $24.95 armband includes all of the attraction’s rides except the go-kart tracks. Individual admission – three Fun Spot tickets – amounts to about $9 per ride.
This new ride is planned to open this Christmas. The folks at The Fun Spot USA will be working hard this fall. If you visit us during the fall, be sure to take a peak and check out the progress. We’ll try to walk over from time to time and take some photos to keep you updated.
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Thursday, May 13th, 2010
Do you know about Star Wars Weekends at Disney’s Hollywood Studios? It begins May 21 and runs for 4 consecutive weekends ending June 13th. This event brings fans of all ages together as they come face to face with their favorite Star Wars characters. If you are anything like my husband and son, you’ll want to be there very, very early – between 5:30-6:00am, before the park opens to stand in line for Fast Passes to meet the celebrities.
The Star Wars Weekend event fills Disney’s Hollywood Studios with more than 50 Star Wars characters from the entire saga, including the evil Sith Darth Vader and Darth Maul, Greedo, Queen Amidala, Anakin Skywalker, R2-D2, the loveable Wookiee Chewbacca, Twi’leks, Rodians and every hero, heroine, droid and villain in between. Jedi Mickey Mouse has even been known to make an appearance. While in line for the Star Tours attraction one year, I was startled to find Darth Vader standing behind me in line! My family thought it was funny, but I have to say, there’s something about being face to face with Darth Vader! Yikes!
This year celebrity hosts will be Jeremy Bulloch (Boba Fett from Empire and Return of the Jedi) and Ashley Eckstein (Ahsoka) from The Clone Wars. The celebrity line up for 2010 is as follows:
- May 21-23 – Temuera Morrison, Daniel Logan, and Dee Bradley Baker
Morrison played Jango Fett as well as the clone troopers in the live action movies, while Daniel Logan played Boba Fett and all the clone cadets in Episode II. Baker is the voice of all the clone troopers in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, including the ever popular Captain Rex.
- May 28-30 – Matthew Wood, Lorne Peterson and Tom Kane
In addition to providing the rasping voice of General Grievous and his chatty battle droids, Matthew Wood is also a sound editor on the Star Wars prequels and The Clone Wars. Lorne Peterson is a veteran ILM model-maker who worked behind-the-scenes on all six Star Wars movies. Tom Kane is the voice of Yoda in The Clone Wars, and also the narrator who begins each show with a rousing introduction.
- June 4-6 – Billy Dee Williams, Ray Park, and Dave Filoni
Williams is of course famous for his role as Lando Calrissian, administrator of Cloud City and Rebel hero. Ray Park is the energetic, acrobatic villain Darth Maul from Episode I, and Dave Filoni is the supervising director of The Clone Wars.
- June 11-13 – Ray Park, Peter Mayhew and James Arnold Taylor
Ray Park returns for a second weekend, and he is joined by Peter Mayhew, the gentle giant behind the walking carpet – Chewbacca the Wookiee. James Arnold Taylor provides the voice of Obi-Wan Kenobi in The Clone Wars, as well as Plo Koon.
Star Wars Weekends features a variety of activities such as: “Star Wars Trivia,” with prize giveaways; “Star Wars: Jedi Training Academy,” allowing kids under 12 to hone their light saber skills and prepare to do battle with Darth Vader himself; and a motorcade featuring favorite Star Wars celebrities.
Star Wars celebrities are on hand each weekend for photos, Q&A, autograph sessions and Hollywood-style motorcades.
These Star Wars Festivities are included with regular theme park admission.
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Thursday, May 6th, 2010
This summer is shaping up to be a very magical time. If you don’t know, Universal Studios is set to open its Harry Potter attraction on June 18th. For the first time, guests can visit The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and stroll the streets of Hogsmead™, exploring the sights, sounds and magical wonders therein; and experience thrilling rides and attractions that bring the adventures of Harry Potter™ and his friends to life.
Guests will also be given a chance to tour Hogwarts™ castle to see firsthand some of their favorite locations including Professor Dumbledore’s office, the Gryffindo™ common room, the Defence Against the Dark Arts Classroom and more.
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will enable visitors to take flight on a variety of rides and attractions that will provide experiences never before imagined. As visitors venture through the classrooms and corridors of Hogwarts™ they’ll come upon the signature ride, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™. For the first time ever visitors will be able to soar above the castle grounds, joining Harry Potter™ and his friends on a thrilling adventure. Riders will come face-to-face with creatures from memorable moments in the films such as the Hungarian Hormtail, a giant Acromantula, Demetors™, and the gigantic Whomping Willow™ as they speed and swerve through iconic locations from Harry Potter’s world. Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey uses groundbreaking, state-of-the-art technology to create a truly unique ride experience. The nearby Dragon Challenge™ offers a totally different kind of ride experience. Guests will pass the Goblet of Fire and Triwizard Cup on their way to choose their dragon. Once aboard riders will fly through an intense aerial chase as the dragons twist, loop and nearly collide with each other. Dragon Challenge features two high-speed roller coasters – each offering guests a completely different ride.
For all family members young and old the Wizarding World of Harry Potter offers the Flight of the Hippogriff™. Visitors will follow a path past Hagrid’s hut and will be instructed in the proper way to approach a Hippogriff. Once on board, guests will then have a chance to bow to Buckbeak before the family-friendly coaster spirals and dives around the pumpkin patch, swooping past Hagrid’s hut.
A variety of new and intriguing experiences are in store for first-time visitors to Hogsmeade. Those with a sweet tooth will find a dazzling array of sweets awaiting them in Honeydukes™, including Bertie Bott’s Every-Flavour Beans™, Cauldron Cakes, treacle fudge, Chocolate Frogs™, and other snacks. Zonko’s™ Joke Shop offers novelty items, magic tricks, jokes and toys including Sneakoscopes, Extendable Ears, Fanged Flyers and more. At Zonko’s guests can try such ‘magical’ sweets as Fainting Fancies, Fever Fudge, and Nosebleed Nougat. Dervish and Banges™ offers items such as The Monster Book of Monsters, Hogwarts apparel and a wide range of Quidditch™ gear. In the Owl Post not only can you purchase stationery, but also post a letter with a Hogsmeade postmark. Those who wish to purchase a wand should pay a visit to Ollivanders™, Markers of Fine Wands since 382 B.C. Here “the wand chooses the wizard” and in a unique interactive experience, a Wandkeeper can help the wand choose you. The Three Broomsticks™ offers hearty fare as well as Butterbeer™, pumpkin juice and other favorites of the wizarding world. Next door the Hog’s Head pub offers a variety of beers and spirits as well as non-alcoholic drinks.
Stay with us this summer at the Seralago Hotel & Suites and visit Harry and his Wizarding World! It’s going to be a magical summer!
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Friday, April 9th, 2010
I read something that made me remember something that I did with my family several years ago. It was a lot of fun and had a minimal cost - which nowadays we’re all looking for! I checked and it’s still going on, so I thought I would share this with you.
A friend had told us that they went over to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Campground and had a great time for free?!! So, looking for something different to do - we packed the kids and my visiting in-laws into the car and headed over. And what a great time we had! There were campfires set up for everyone to enjoy. We bought a couple of s’mores kits and roasted marshmallows over the campfire. We all enjoyed the yummy treats and just had a nice time.
I called Disney’s Fort Wilderness Campground and was told it is still going on. It’s called the Campfire Singalong and it takes place every night. It’s open to anyone who would like to go and you don’t need to call ahead and make a reservation. They have a singalong that starts between 7pm and 8pm. Seating is on bleachers and benches or you can bring your own folding chairs or blankets. Chip and Dale join the fun and lead the kids in dances like the Chicken Dance and the Hokey Pokey. They pose for photos and sign autograph books too. And as if all this fun was not enough - a classic Disney movie is shown. And it’s all at no cost!!
So if you are looking for something different to do during your visit, no need to make a reservation, just head over to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Campgrounds at the designated time. It takes place near the Meadows Trading Post. To get to the campground itself, you can either drive or take a boat over from the Magic Kingdom, Wilderness Lodge, Contemporary, Polynesian, and Grand Floridian Resorts. For more information call Disney at 407-824-2788.
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Wednesday, February 17th, 2010
Most people who visit Kissimmee are more than a bit surprised to find that cattle ranches, rodeos and cowboys have played such a big part in the area’s culture. But it’s true! All of these were around long before Mr. Walt Disney came to town and changed Central Florida forever.
Friday, February 19th – Sunday, February 21st is the 124th Silver Spurs Rodeo. Located just 10 miles/20 minutes from the Seralago Hotel & Suites, the Silver Spurs Rodeo is an Osceola County tradition since 1944. Founded by the Silver Spurs Riding Club to promote good horsemanship and good fellowship in Osceola County. It has grown to one of the most successful rodeos in the country, the largest rodeo east of the Mississippi and is ranked annually among the top 50 events sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association.
Held at the state-of-the-art, indoor Silver Spurs Arena, the rodeo features a variety of exciting events. Dust off your Stetson and watch such events as Bareback Bronc Riding, Barrel Racing, Bull Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Tie-Down Roping and even Mutton Bustin’ for the kids.
Admission is just $15, kids 10 & under are free.
Showtimes:
Friday, 7:30pm – Friday is Tough Enough to Wear Pink Night! Proceeds benefit Osceola Cancer Center. Wear pink to show your support.
Saturday, 7:30pm
Sunday, 2:00pm
Silver Spurs Arena
1875 Silver Spur Lane
Kissimmee, FL 34744
407-67-RODEO
SilverSpursRodeo.com
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Tuesday, January 12th, 2010
Here’s a little known tid-bit… Did you know that you can ride up front with the monorail driver? All you do is ask the cast member at the gate where you wait to catch the monorail. They only allow up to 4 people to join them in the front car. Usually the drivers are very friendly and will give kids a special certificate. Sometimes they have special trading cards to give out about the different types of transportation available at Walt Disney World. It has interesting facts and statistics. Enjoy the ride! — I’ve been told that for safety reasons, Disney has discontinued this.
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