Friday, October 29, 2010

"Like" Mike Ditka Resorts on Facebook and You Could Win!

Become Mike Ditka Resorts Facebook Fan at www.facebook.com/MikeDitkaResortsRunawayBeachClub and enter to win a $500 gift certificate for the resort!


Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Mike Ditka Resorts Has So Much Going On!

Central Florida Zoo Boo Bash
This weekend the Central Florida Zoo will be holding their Zoo Boo Bash from 9am to 3pm on October 30th and 31st. The bash will be fun for the whole family and include a bounce house, musical story time, facing painting, costume contest, treat stations, hayrides, animal encounters and more!

For more information, please visit http://www.centralfloridazoo.org/zooboobash.

Halloween Decorations
Mike Ditka Resorts - Runaway Beach Club is all decked out for Halloween and we would love for you to check it out. And what better time to do that then Halloween weekend! Can’t make it to the resort this weekend? Check out the photos on our Facebook page: www.Facebook.com/MikeDitkaResortsRunawayBeachClub.

Halloween Costumes
What are you going to be this year for Halloween….a Witch, a Princess, a Vampire, maybe Mike Ditka himself? Mike Ditka Resorts would love to see your scary, silly, and fun Halloween costumes this year! So don’t forget to send us a picture on our Facebook page: www.Facebook.com/MikeDitkaResortsRunawayBeachClub. We’d love to see how many different costumes we can have up on our page!

We hope everyone has a safe and Happy Halloween this weekend!

Chicago Glory Days
This November 5th, the 1985 Chicago Bears will be coming together in Chicago, Illinois for the first time in 25 years to celebrate their monumental Super Bowl win on January 26, 1986 during ‘Glory Days Legends of the ’85 Chicago Bears’. The event will bring together Coach Mike Ditka, Jim McMahon, Willie Gault, and the rest of the ’85 Bears for a one time exclusive reunion of players, as well as their fans!

So join the ’85 Bears on Friday night, November 5th, to take part in this celebration! For more information, or to purchase your tickets, visit; http://www.glorydayschicago.com/GloryDaysWeb/tickets.

Thursday, October 21, 2010

You’ll Have a Great Time in Kissimmee, FL

Purchase Your ½ Price Gift Certificate Today

Time is running out to purchase your ½ price Gift Certificates at Mike Ditka Resorts! That’s right…purchase your ½ price Gift Certificate to receive 50% off any future stay in 2011 at Mike Ditka Resorts!

By purchasing ½ price Gift Certificates now, you’ll receive $100 free for every $100 you spend! Pay for a $100 gift certificate, receive $200! Pay for a $200 gift certificate, receive $400!

It’s as simple as that! Use them for yourself, your family, or give them as gifts. Whatever you do, don’t miss out on this special offer!

But hurry…this offer is only available until 10/31! Call us today at (888) 512-2200.

Restrictions apply.

Current Specials at Mike Ditka Resorts

Looking for the perfect fall getaway? Well look no further than Mike Ditka Resorts! Mike Ditka Resorts gives you the perfect escape from the chilly weather and falling leaves.

And with rates starting at JUST $69…there is no better time! Visit http://mim.io/7b706 for more information.

But that’s not all….

Mike Ditka Resorts is offering a great early holiday special and if you book early, you’ll save. Plus, the longer you stay, the more you’ll get. Stay 3 nights and get $25 Ditka Cash, stay 5 nights and get $50 Ditka Cash, and stay 7 nights and get $75 Ditka Cash. For more information, visit http://mim.io/4b946.

Free Activities in Kissimmee

When you get to Mike Ditka Resorts, check out all these free activities you and your family will enjoy!

-Check out the Old Town Shopping, Dining, and Entertainment Complex. On Friday nights, the streets are lined with some of the finest custom and exotic cars you’ve ever seen and the Saturday Nite Cruise features a great array of classic cars. The weekend also includes live entertainment and a lot of family fun.

-Stop by the historic downtowns of Kissimmee and check out the historic Courthouse, the oldest courthouse that’s still in use in the State of Florida. Then travel to the downtown area to see the Kissimmee Sculpture Experience, where each year different artists submit their work and a dozen pieces are selected to line the streets. Next, head to Lakefront Park and be sure to check out the Monument of States along the way.

-Head to St. Cloud, also named “The Friendly Soldier City" for the thousands of Civil War veterans who relocated here in the early 1900s. Spend the day strolling the streets, shopping, dining, and “people watching” in antique stores, shops, waterfront parks, and restaurants.

-If you love nature, be sure to check out Osceola County which has the largest population of nesting Bald Eagles in the continental U.S. It’s also one of the country's few re-introduction sites for the endangered Whooping Crane. The best place to spot these birds is at Lake Lizzie Nature Preserve, the Osceola County Environmental Center, and in the Wildlife Management Areas of Bull Creek, Prairie Lakes, Three Lakes, and Triple N Ranch.

-Like to fish? Be sure to spend some time fishing the lakes of Kissimmee, which are famous for their views and abundant amount of bass. Lake Tohopekaliga, located in downtown Kissimmee, is known to fisherman around the world and is a great place for boating, birding, and picnicking along the water's edge. Also, be sure to head over to East Lake Toho in St. Cloud for a full day of free fun. Spend the day on the beach, a playground, and fishing from several lakefront fishing spots including a fishing pier.

Thursday, October 14, 2010

Mike Ditka and The Chicago Bears

October Mike Ditka Quote of the Month:
“If you can make history, take a shot at it.” –Mike Ditka

NFL’s 100 Greatest Players of All Time
The NFL recently compiled a list of the 100 Greatest Players that have played in the NFL and Mike Ditka ranked in at number 59, while fans have ranked him at number 55! Mike Ditka played tight end during his 12 season career in the NFL, where he played in 158 games. Ditka was feared as both a receiver and blocker and was the first tight end to be inducted into the Hall of Fame! Ditka was most known for his time with the Chicago Bears, where he ended his career with 427 catches for 5,812 yards and 43 touch downs.

NFL and The Chicago Bears
After 5 games into the Chicago Bears NFL season, they are currently ranked #1 in the NFC North. They have won four of the five games they have played this year, with their only loss being to the New York Giants. The Bears next game will be against the Seattle Seahawks this Sunday.

Check Out Mike Ditka Resorts Social Media Sites
Stay up-to-date on all of Mike Ditka Resort’s information and events by visiting some of their social media sites and blogs. Sites are updated daily with all of Mike Ditka Resort’s happenings.

Twitter: http://twitter.com/MikeDitkaRBC

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MikeDitkaResortsRunawayBeachClub

Xanga: http://runawaybeach.xanga.com/weblog/

Blogger: http://mikeditkaresortsrunawaybeachclub.blogspot.com/

For more information regarding Mike Ditka Resorts, please visit http://MikeDitkaResorts.com/.

Thursday, October 7, 2010

Mike Ditka Resorts Provides it All!

Rent Our Gazebo

Looking for the perfect way to relax at Mike Ditka Resorts? Rent our poolside gazebo! The gazebo will help to provide you and your family with the perfect day at the pool while offering you a lounge and table area in the shade. Plus, the gazebo rental comes with a gift basket which includes snacks, sodas, beer, and drink tickets for the Tiki Bar. Call Mike Ditka Resorts at (888) 512-2200 to reserve the gazebo today!

Buy you Disney Tickets here!

Looking to visit the Disney Parks during your visit to Mike Ditka Resorts? You can now buy your tickets ahead of time at www.MikeDitkaResorts.com! Look for the link on the left hand side of the website to purchase yours today. Just another way Mike Ditka Resorts helps to de-stress your vacation.

Enjoy our Free Shuttle

Not only can you get your Disney tickets on our website to make your vacation run smoother, but you can take Mike Ditka Resorts free shuttle to the Disney Parks. The shuttle departs several times a day and boarding passes for the shuttle can be picked up at the Guest Services Desk at Mike Ditka Resorts.

Football Games at Mike Ditka Resorts

Mike Ditka was one great football player and coach, and he still makes his presence on Monday Night Football as an NFL analyst, so you shouldn’t be surprised to learn that Mike Ditka Resorts will be broadcasting all NFL games at the outdoor Tiki Bar! While you’re there, don’t forget to try a drink off our daily drink special menu!