Spend your 4th of July weekend in Kissimmee, Florida at Mike Ditka Resorts! Your family will have a wonderful weekend relaxing by one of the beautiful outdoor pools, tanning on the spacious sundeck, and enjoying delicious drinks and snacks from the full service tiki bar!
The Kissimmee and Orlando area have many festivals and firework displays taking place this July 4th as well! Below are just a few of the great festivals taking place that you and your family can enjoy.
4th of July Lakefest Celebration
Free Admission- St. Cloud Lakefront - Events starting at Noon - Fireworks at 9:30pm
Continuing a 4th of July tradition that began on the Lakefront in St. Cloud in the 1930s, this event has grown to represent a community “get-together” with a dynamic fireworks display. Festivities include local bands, cloggers, patriotic singing, carnival rides, plus arts & craft displays.
2009 July 4th Celebration
Free Admission - Kissimmee Lakefront Park - Activities begin at 5pm - Fireworks begin at 9:10pm
Parking
Lakefront Park Boat Ramp area $8.00
Kissimmee Civic Center $5.00, free shuttle
Spectators come together for a spectacular, patriotic celebration and fireworks display starting at 9:10pm at the Kissimmee Lakefront. Live entertainment and activities are held at various locations at the Lakefront Park.
Flashback 4th of July
Free Admission - Celebration's Town Center - Festivities begin at 5:30pm - Fireworks will start at 9:30pm
Enjoy a 4th of July celebration packed with 50’s themed fireworks, costume contest, food, dancing and live entertainment. The 50’s Costume contest will begin at 7:30pm, so break out the poodle skirts, roll up those sleeves and lace up the leather jackets. Concerts by some of the world’s most famous tribute artists will begin performing at 6pm. The fireworks show will get under way at 9:30pm.
Be sure to check out: http://www.2000orlando-florida.com/orlando-4th-july.htm for more the major 4th of July festivals!
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Mike Ditka Resorts has A Lot to Offer its Guests!
Father’s Day Contest Winner
Thank you to everyone who submitted entries to our Father’s Day Contest. We received many wonderful, heartfelt entries making it very tough to pick just one dad, as we could see just how much each of our entrant’s fathers meant to them.
Congratulations to Charlie, whose fiancé Lauren wrote to Mike Ditka Resorts about why he deserved to win a weekend getaway at Mike Ditka Resorts. We, at Mike Ditka Resorts, were very touched by Lauren’s story and completely agree that he deserves a weekend getaway to Mike Ditka Resorts!
Take advantage of our Grocery Services
With everyone’s schedules so busy these days, Mike Ditka Resorts has found yet another way to make your stay a little more relaxing. By adding grocery services to the list of amenities, Mike Ditka Resorts gives you one less thing you worry about when planning your visit.
They offer everything from breakfast to dinner to snacks in between, including things like cereal & milk, to ground beef & hamburger buns.
All you have to do is visit the Mike Ditka Resorts Grocery Service page and request what items you will need and the quantity of each, 48 hours before your arrival. By doing so, all your ordered items will all be waiting in your room for you by the time you arrive. At Mike Ditka Resorts, the full-size/fully equipped kitchens include everything from a fridge & stove, to utensils & dishes, so all your meal needs are sure to be met.
Take part in our Ice Cream Socials
This past weekend Mike Ditka Resorts held its first Ice Cream Social where children and adults alike had a great time topping their own sundaes! All the proceeds raised during Mike Ditka Resort’s Ice Cream Socials will benefit the Give Kids The World Foundation, which is a non-profit resort in Central Florida that makes magical memories come true for children with life threatening illnesses.
The Give Kids The World program provides these children & their families with weeklong, completely cost free, vacations that include everything from travel, private accommodations at the resort, meals, donated tickets to Disney along with other local attractions, and much, much more!
It literally is a dream come true for these kids & their families!
This summer, Mike Ditka Resorts is proud to help raise money & awareness for this amazing cause by holding ice cream socials EVERY Saturday, all the way through July, when the Resort will take part in the "Ice Cream for Breakfast" event being held Nationwide!
"Ice Cream for Breakfast" is a national awareness & fundraising campaign dedicated to raising money and awareness for Give Kids The World. With the assistance of Mike Ditka Resorts, & other great sponsors, Give Kids The World is hoping to create the biggest ice cream social ever this July with its "Ice Cream for Breakfast" nationwide event!
Book your room now at Mike Ditka Resorts website: http://www.mikeditkaresorts.com/.
See you this & every Saturday leading up to the big Ice Cream for Breakfast event in July!
We’ll save you a scoop.......or two!
Thank you to everyone who submitted entries to our Father’s Day Contest. We received many wonderful, heartfelt entries making it very tough to pick just one dad, as we could see just how much each of our entrant’s fathers meant to them.
Congratulations to Charlie, whose fiancé Lauren wrote to Mike Ditka Resorts about why he deserved to win a weekend getaway at Mike Ditka Resorts. We, at Mike Ditka Resorts, were very touched by Lauren’s story and completely agree that he deserves a weekend getaway to Mike Ditka Resorts!
Take advantage of our Grocery Services
With everyone’s schedules so busy these days, Mike Ditka Resorts has found yet another way to make your stay a little more relaxing. By adding grocery services to the list of amenities, Mike Ditka Resorts gives you one less thing you worry about when planning your visit.
They offer everything from breakfast to dinner to snacks in between, including things like cereal & milk, to ground beef & hamburger buns.
All you have to do is visit the Mike Ditka Resorts Grocery Service page and request what items you will need and the quantity of each, 48 hours before your arrival. By doing so, all your ordered items will all be waiting in your room for you by the time you arrive. At Mike Ditka Resorts, the full-size/fully equipped kitchens include everything from a fridge & stove, to utensils & dishes, so all your meal needs are sure to be met.
Take part in our Ice Cream Socials
This past weekend Mike Ditka Resorts held its first Ice Cream Social where children and adults alike had a great time topping their own sundaes! All the proceeds raised during Mike Ditka Resort’s Ice Cream Socials will benefit the Give Kids The World Foundation, which is a non-profit resort in Central Florida that makes magical memories come true for children with life threatening illnesses.
The Give Kids The World program provides these children & their families with weeklong, completely cost free, vacations that include everything from travel, private accommodations at the resort, meals, donated tickets to Disney along with other local attractions, and much, much more!
It literally is a dream come true for these kids & their families!
This summer, Mike Ditka Resorts is proud to help raise money & awareness for this amazing cause by holding ice cream socials EVERY Saturday, all the way through July, when the Resort will take part in the "Ice Cream for Breakfast" event being held Nationwide!
"Ice Cream for Breakfast" is a national awareness & fundraising campaign dedicated to raising money and awareness for Give Kids The World. With the assistance of Mike Ditka Resorts, & other great sponsors, Give Kids The World is hoping to create the biggest ice cream social ever this July with its "Ice Cream for Breakfast" nationwide event!
Book your room now at Mike Ditka Resorts website: http://www.mikeditkaresorts.com/.
See you this & every Saturday leading up to the big Ice Cream for Breakfast event in July!
We’ll save you a scoop.......or two!
Friday, June 18, 2010
Top 10 Reasons Your Sports Group Should Stay at Mike Ditka Resorts- Runaway Beach Club
1. Mike Ditka Resorts is the only resort in Central Florida with a professional sports figure endorsement.
2. It is a smoke free property which provides your team with a clean and healthy environment.
3. The resort features an all suite property with large floor plans which provides your group with enough leg room and can accommodate up to 12 players or team members.
4. Each room is equipped with a full-sized gourmet kitchen and cookware which makes eating on site accessible and inexpensive.
5. Every room comes equipped with a full sized washer and dryer; perfect for washing clothes or uniforms after a long workout or team practice.
6. An on-site indoor basketball court is available, perfect for team practices or cardio workouts.
7. The extensive fitness center features cardio and magnum machines, which provides your team with the right equipment no matter what their exercise regime calls for.
8. The business center offers computers, fax machines, and printing capabilities which make it easy to create and print game plans for all your players.
9. The clubhouse is perfect for team building exercises and meetings no matter how big or small your group is.
10. Two refreshing pools, as well as a relaxing hot tub and full service tiki bar, are perfect for unwinding after a long practice or tournament.
2. It is a smoke free property which provides your team with a clean and healthy environment.
3. The resort features an all suite property with large floor plans which provides your group with enough leg room and can accommodate up to 12 players or team members.
4. Each room is equipped with a full-sized gourmet kitchen and cookware which makes eating on site accessible and inexpensive.
5. Every room comes equipped with a full sized washer and dryer; perfect for washing clothes or uniforms after a long workout or team practice.
6. An on-site indoor basketball court is available, perfect for team practices or cardio workouts.
7. The extensive fitness center features cardio and magnum machines, which provides your team with the right equipment no matter what their exercise regime calls for.
8. The business center offers computers, fax machines, and printing capabilities which make it easy to create and print game plans for all your players.
9. The clubhouse is perfect for team building exercises and meetings no matter how big or small your group is.
10. Two refreshing pools, as well as a relaxing hot tub and full service tiki bar, are perfect for unwinding after a long practice or tournament.
Wednesday, June 16, 2010
Spend Father’s Day Weekend With Your Dad at Mike Ditka Resorts
Father’s Day Contest
Still haven’t found the perfect Father’s Day gift? Mike Ditka Resorts is currently running a fabulous Father’s Day Contest. Entrants of the contest are asked to tell us why they believe their special dad deserves to win a great getaway to Mike Ditka Resorts. The winning submission will receive a free two night stay in a spacious and comfortable one bedroom villa at Mike Ditka Resorts - Runaway Beach Club in Kissimmee, Florida.
All entrants should send their submission to contest@MikeDitkaResorts.com by June 17th, 2010.
The winner will be announced June 18th at www.MikeDitkaResorts.com.
Father’s Day at Mike Ditka Resorts
Spend Father’s Day weekend hanging out at Mike Ditka Resorts! Enjoy one of our tropical themed pools, tiki bar with daily drink specials, sun deck, hot tub, indoor basketball court, and the nightly ‘dive in’ family movie by the outdoor pool! Everything you need for a weekend full of fun with your dad! Mike Ditka Resorts even offers free shuttle service to and from Disney World Theme Parks!
Father’s Day Weekend Activities in the Area
• SeaWorld - Enjoy a late evening at SeaWorld during the summer months. Pay for a day and get the rest of the year free.
• Star Wars Weekends - Fan-fest scheduled for Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays during June.
• Harry P. Leu Gardens - Celebrates Father's Day with free admission for dads all day long, 9am – 5pm
• Pirate's Dinner Theater - Free admission for fathers with one paid child's admission, June 19th – 21st.
• Medieval Times - Free admission for fathers with one full paid admission, June 18th – 20th. Mention code DFFLV09 when making reservation.
Still haven’t found the perfect Father’s Day gift? Mike Ditka Resorts is currently running a fabulous Father’s Day Contest. Entrants of the contest are asked to tell us why they believe their special dad deserves to win a great getaway to Mike Ditka Resorts. The winning submission will receive a free two night stay in a spacious and comfortable one bedroom villa at Mike Ditka Resorts - Runaway Beach Club in Kissimmee, Florida.
All entrants should send their submission to contest@MikeDitkaResorts.com by June 17th, 2010.
The winner will be announced June 18th at www.MikeDitkaResorts.com.
Father’s Day at Mike Ditka Resorts
Spend Father’s Day weekend hanging out at Mike Ditka Resorts! Enjoy one of our tropical themed pools, tiki bar with daily drink specials, sun deck, hot tub, indoor basketball court, and the nightly ‘dive in’ family movie by the outdoor pool! Everything you need for a weekend full of fun with your dad! Mike Ditka Resorts even offers free shuttle service to and from Disney World Theme Parks!
Father’s Day Weekend Activities in the Area
• SeaWorld - Enjoy a late evening at SeaWorld during the summer months. Pay for a day and get the rest of the year free.
• Star Wars Weekends - Fan-fest scheduled for Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays during June.
• Harry P. Leu Gardens - Celebrates Father's Day with free admission for dads all day long, 9am – 5pm
• Pirate's Dinner Theater - Free admission for fathers with one paid child's admission, June 19th – 21st.
• Medieval Times - Free admission for fathers with one full paid admission, June 18th – 20th. Mention code DFFLV09 when making reservation.
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Reward Yourself for Being a Mike Ditka Resorts Guest!
Share your Experience
Have you and your family had a great experience at Mike Ditka Resorts – Runaway Beach Club or Lighthouse Key Resort? Share it with us; we would love to hear all about it.
Let us know what you and your family did during your visit, your favorite thing about the resort, and, what made your vacation memorable overall.
If you took pictures, feel free to share them as well. You may even get your experience and picture posted up on our website!
Visit www.mikeditkaresorts.com and click on the “Memories Made at Mike Ditka Resorts” link on the right hand side of the page to submit you experience.
We can’t wait to hear all about it!
And as an added bonus, if you submit your experience to tripadvisor.com you will be entered to win a free getaway to the resort!
Mike Ditka Resorts Loyalty Card
Take advantage of being a loyal Mike Ditka Resorts guest! The MDR Loyalty Card rewards guests for their continued patronage to the resort. Each time you stay make sure to give them your card so they can mark it for you. Every mark puts you one step closer to earning a free nights stay.
Sign up today for the Mike Ditka Resorts Loyalty Card! For more information about the card, please call Mike Ditka Resorts at (888) 512-2200.
Become a Facebook Fan
Stay up to date with everything happening at Mike Ditka Resorts by becoming our fan on Facebook! Learn helpful information about the resort, take part in online contests, and be the first to hear about the latest specials and deals!
Mike Ditka Resorts – Runaway Beach Club – www.facebook.com/MikeDitkaResortsRunawayBeachClub
Mike Ditka Resorts – Lighthouse Key Resort and Spa-
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kissimmee-FL/Mike-Ditka-Resorts-Lighthouse-Keys/60045112644?v=box_3&ref=ts#!/pages/Kissimmee-FL/Mike-Ditka-Resorts-Lighthouse-Keys/60045112644?v=wall&ref=ts&ajaxpipe=1&__a=3
Meeting Planner Rewards Coming Soon!
Looking to host a business meeting in the Orlando/Kissimmee, Florida area? Why not do so at Mike Ditka Resorts!
Mike Ditka Resorts has the perfect meeting facilities and amenities to keep both meeting planners and attendees happy. Amenities include: free wireless high speed internet access property wide, a 24 hour business center with print, fax, and computer usage available, and three meeting spaces, including outdoor seating, depending on the size of your group. Whether your meeting consists for four people or 104 people, Mike Ditka Resorts has the perfect meeting space for your group.
Stay tuned for meeting planner rewards coming soon!
Have you and your family had a great experience at Mike Ditka Resorts – Runaway Beach Club or Lighthouse Key Resort? Share it with us; we would love to hear all about it.
Let us know what you and your family did during your visit, your favorite thing about the resort, and, what made your vacation memorable overall.
If you took pictures, feel free to share them as well. You may even get your experience and picture posted up on our website!
Visit www.mikeditkaresorts.com and click on the “Memories Made at Mike Ditka Resorts” link on the right hand side of the page to submit you experience.
We can’t wait to hear all about it!
And as an added bonus, if you submit your experience to tripadvisor.com you will be entered to win a free getaway to the resort!
Mike Ditka Resorts Loyalty Card
Take advantage of being a loyal Mike Ditka Resorts guest! The MDR Loyalty Card rewards guests for their continued patronage to the resort. Each time you stay make sure to give them your card so they can mark it for you. Every mark puts you one step closer to earning a free nights stay.
Sign up today for the Mike Ditka Resorts Loyalty Card! For more information about the card, please call Mike Ditka Resorts at (888) 512-2200.
Become a Facebook Fan
Stay up to date with everything happening at Mike Ditka Resorts by becoming our fan on Facebook! Learn helpful information about the resort, take part in online contests, and be the first to hear about the latest specials and deals!
Mike Ditka Resorts – Runaway Beach Club – www.facebook.com/MikeDitkaResortsRunawayBeachClub
Mike Ditka Resorts – Lighthouse Key Resort and Spa-
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kissimmee-FL/Mike-Ditka-Resorts-Lighthouse-Keys/60045112644?v=box_3&ref=ts#!/pages/Kissimmee-FL/Mike-Ditka-Resorts-Lighthouse-Keys/60045112644?v=wall&ref=ts&ajaxpipe=1&__a=3
Meeting Planner Rewards Coming Soon!
Looking to host a business meeting in the Orlando/Kissimmee, Florida area? Why not do so at Mike Ditka Resorts!
Mike Ditka Resorts has the perfect meeting facilities and amenities to keep both meeting planners and attendees happy. Amenities include: free wireless high speed internet access property wide, a 24 hour business center with print, fax, and computer usage available, and three meeting spaces, including outdoor seating, depending on the size of your group. Whether your meeting consists for four people or 104 people, Mike Ditka Resorts has the perfect meeting space for your group.
Stay tuned for meeting planner rewards coming soon!
Friday, June 4, 2010
Enjoy a Weekend at Mike Ditka Resorts
Memorial Day Recap
Guests at Mike Ditka Resorts had a wonderful time this past Memorial Day weekend. Guests cooled off by swimming in the resort’s tropical themed pools, enjoyed daily drink specials from the tiki bar overlooking the scenic lagoon, and relaxed at night while enjoying our nightly “dive in” movie!
“Dive in” Movies
Be sure you don’t miss our poolside “dive in” movies! Our “dive in” movies are shown nightly in the pool area. Enjoy your night relaxing with your family while enjoying a ‘favorite’ kid friendly movie.
Disney Shuttle Vouchers
Thinking about heading out to the Disney World Parks for the day? Don’t forget to pick up your free Disney Shuttle Voucher from the front desk. When staying at Mike Ditka Resorts you will never have to worry about stressful drives and expensive parking at Disney World Parks. Just pick up your voucher and enjoy our complimentary shuttle.
We Attended Pow Wow
Sales Manager Sina Kilbourne recently made Mike Ditka Resorts big debut at the 2010 Orlando International Pow Wow held at the Orange County Convention Center May 15-19th, 2010.
The International Pow Wow is the travel industry’s premier international marketplace and the largest generator of Visit USA travel. This year’s event included more than 1,000 U.S. travel organizations from every region of the USA with as well as close to 1,500 International and Domestic buyers from more than 70 countries!
Mike Ditka Resorts booth featured a “Spin to Win” wheel, offering qualified travel buyers the chance to win top prizes such as an official Mike Ditka Jersey, a two night stay at the resort or an autographed bottle of Mike Ditka brand wine.
This was huge event where Sina was given the opportunity to meet with International travel buyers one on one. Sina met with some top producing players in the Wholesale market such as Virgin Holidays, Tourico Holidays, Florida Travel Network and American Tours International just to name a few, and all had a great interest in partnering with our resort!
This was truly a great opportunity to launch our property as a new supplier to the International travel industry and we look forward to seeing our occupancy increase from these new accounts!
Guests at Mike Ditka Resorts had a wonderful time this past Memorial Day weekend. Guests cooled off by swimming in the resort’s tropical themed pools, enjoyed daily drink specials from the tiki bar overlooking the scenic lagoon, and relaxed at night while enjoying our nightly “dive in” movie!
“Dive in” Movies
Be sure you don’t miss our poolside “dive in” movies! Our “dive in” movies are shown nightly in the pool area. Enjoy your night relaxing with your family while enjoying a ‘favorite’ kid friendly movie.
Disney Shuttle Vouchers
Thinking about heading out to the Disney World Parks for the day? Don’t forget to pick up your free Disney Shuttle Voucher from the front desk. When staying at Mike Ditka Resorts you will never have to worry about stressful drives and expensive parking at Disney World Parks. Just pick up your voucher and enjoy our complimentary shuttle.
We Attended Pow Wow
Sales Manager Sina Kilbourne recently made Mike Ditka Resorts big debut at the 2010 Orlando International Pow Wow held at the Orange County Convention Center May 15-19th, 2010.
The International Pow Wow is the travel industry’s premier international marketplace and the largest generator of Visit USA travel. This year’s event included more than 1,000 U.S. travel organizations from every region of the USA with as well as close to 1,500 International and Domestic buyers from more than 70 countries!
Mike Ditka Resorts booth featured a “Spin to Win” wheel, offering qualified travel buyers the chance to win top prizes such as an official Mike Ditka Jersey, a two night stay at the resort or an autographed bottle of Mike Ditka brand wine.
This was huge event where Sina was given the opportunity to meet with International travel buyers one on one. Sina met with some top producing players in the Wholesale market such as Virgin Holidays, Tourico Holidays, Florida Travel Network and American Tours International just to name a few, and all had a great interest in partnering with our resort!
This was truly a great opportunity to launch our property as a new supplier to the International travel industry and we look forward to seeing our occupancy increase from these new accounts!
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