Disney has introduced a new program devoted to families travelling with toddlers or preschoolers. Dubbed "Magical Beginnings," it is designed to "reduce the hassles and increase the magic" for parents vacationing with toddlers and preschoolers. "Magical Beginnings is all about making our parks and resorts even more accessible and appealing to a huge and important group of people * families with very young children," says Jay Rasulo, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. "Magical Beginnings reinforces our commitment to creating an easy-to-plan, easy-to-navigate vacation filled with activities that allow families to create lifelong memories."
The new Magical Beginnings program offers value travel packages, special entertainment, targeted planning tools and a host of services and amenities to make navigating Disney parks with children five years and younger easier then ever.
Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando has also created a seven-week travel period filled with savings and special events ideal for youngsters and parents during a traditionally less busy time of year. From Aug. 13 to Sept. 30, families can enjoy a new package that offers free dining for the entire family.
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The family owned Scottsdale Resort & Athletic Club features 85 guestrooms, 2- and 3- Bedroom Villas, and Presidential Suites. The resort offers the Eurasia Bistro, featuring fusion cuisine; a private Athletic Club with 11 championship tennis courts; two levels of workout studios, state-of-the-art cardiovascular and weight training equipment as well as private Pilates and Spinning studios. The brand new Eurasia Spa will open in March 2006. Guests staying at the resort receive discounts and preferred tee times on a variety of award-winning traditional, tree-lined courses and desert, target-style designed courses in the area. Since it is family owned and operated, Scottsdale Resort & Athletic Club has a history of welcoming families - the 85-guestroom and villa boutique property, with its many amenities, provides several services and incentives designed for family vacationers. This summer the resort is offering two terrific packages to attract families to the award-winning property.
Scottsdale Resort & Athletic Club is making a family vacation an affordable reality with its Kids Stay & Play Package. When the Kids Stay & Play Package is booked for a visit between June 12 - August 18, 2006, guests will receive a special rate starting at $134 a night per room, quad occupancy in either a suite or villa which includes enrollment for resort guests in the "Summer Kids Camp, available Monday through Friday. Room upgrades are available for an additional charge.
Family fun is key, but when it's time to be alone, moms and dads who are seeking to pamper themselves and have a bit of fun can take advantage of the resort's new luxury Eurasia Spa and relax with a soothing massage or revitalizing body scrub; tee off with a round of morning golf at the resort's nearby award-winning signature courses; get competitive with a game of tennis or a workout in the resort's state-of-the-art fitness center. No need to worry about the kids as they will have a blast at Scottsdale Resort & Athletic Club's "Summer Kids Camp" that offers supervised activities that help children ages 5 to 12 discover and learn with kids-only tennis, swimming, KidsFit, martial arts, crafts, movies and much more.
Each villa features a full gourmet kitchen, dining area, living room with entertainment center and fireplace, private patio or balcony, oversized bedroom, spacious modern bathroom with Jacuzzi tub, washer/dryer, and free high speed internet access.
Plus, Scottsdale Resort & Athletic Club is combining some R&R and great savings for individual getaways with the special Summer Promotional Rate where guestrooms start at $89 per room, per night based on double occupancy from May 1 through September 30, 2006. Room upgrades are available for an additional charge.
Guests can enjoy a fun-filled summer at the Scottsdale Resort & Athletic Club. The resort provides plenty of fun in the sun, while the serene spa relaxes and rejuvenates in a calming setting. Guests can lounge next to the lagoon pool. Active vacationers may want to practice their on one of the many nearby championship golf courses or on one of 11, championship lighted tennis courts.
The resort's main restaurant, Eurasia Bistro, featuring international and fusion cuisine is located in the Athletic Club and is open for lunch and dinner. The casual Eurasia Bistro Bar offers a delicious bar and snack menu for lunch and dinner, in addition to providing a wide selection of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, including the resort's signature Ginger Citrus Martini.
All guests can also relax and benefit from Scottsdale Resort & Athletic Clubs' range of activities from the complimentary fitness classes and special programs offered throughout the day. Childcare is provided at no cost while parents/guardians are using the Scottsdale Athletic Club facilities. The resort also features a spa, state-of-the-art fitness facilities and two outdoor swimming pools.
At the resort's Eurasia Spa, guests can choose from a selection of signature treatments, featuring a totally indulgent combination of body scrubs, body wraps, facials and massage treatments.
Scottsdale offers plenty to do, including a host of activities for both children and adults. The city abounds in cultural attractions: theater, museums, art centers, historic sites and music and dance venues. The area offers outdoor adventure and sports activities year round, mall and luxury boutique shopping as well as special activities for children and families.
For online information or reservations, log on at Scottsdale Resort and Athletic Club. All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.
