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<<Introduction>>

Autumn is upon us, and so is another edition of the INTERCOT Insider.  In this edition, we ring in Fall with a  look at fun things to do on a Fall vacation.  We'll take a look at the latest deals, find out how to add more fun to the Food & Wine Festival, take a peak at some spooktacular Halloween events, find out the best Fall shopping spots, and check out the latest Disney calendars.  Hang on to them hats and glasses, cause this here's the most informative ride on the internet!

<<Disney Deals>>

with Magical Journeys Travel Agency

--Fall into Savings  --

Get up to a $500 Disney Gift Card FREE when you buy a 5-night/5-day non-discounted Magic Your Way package at select Disney Resort Hotels for arrivals most nights 10/3-11/23/10, 11/27-12/25/10 and 1/1-2/16/11.  Get a $500 for a stay at Select Disney Deluxe Resorts or Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts, a $300 Gift Card for a stay at Select Disney Moderate Resorts, or a $200 Gift Card for a stay at Select Disney Value Resorts. Contact Magical Journeys to book through November 21, 2010.

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<<Further Festivities>>

with The Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin

The great Autumn tradition of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival continues this year with even more ways to have an excellent epicurean experience.  Just a short walk from Epcot's International Gateway, the Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin in hosting the First Annual Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic on October 8 and 9, 2010. This event offers foodies the ideal opportunity to continue their culinary experience after enjoying the festivities at Epcot.  Tickets to the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic are available for the advance purchase price of $50. Each ticket includes access to one seminar and unlimited food and beverage samples on the causeway.  

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<<Happy Haunts >>

Spooktacular fun can be had at Disneyland and Walt Disney World this autumn with a trick-or-treat bag full of annual Halloween events.  Here's a rundown of this year's Halloween happenings: 

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is enough to bring a smile to the face of a Disney villain! The special-ticket after-hours party on 24 select evenings between Sept. 14 and Nov. 1, 2010, at Walt Disney World Resort features trick-or-treating, meet and greets with characters and entertainment unique to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, Mickey’s Boo-to-You Halloween Parade, Happy HalloWishes and many popular Magic Kingdom attractions. Guests wanting to join in the spirit of the party are welcome to don their favorite Halloween costumes for the 7 p.m.-to-12 midnight event. "Mickey's Boo-to-You Halloween Parade" takes place at 8:15 and 10:30 p.m. and the “Happy HalloWishes” fireworks spectacular at 9:30 p.m. 

If the you're in the spirit for fun outside the Magic Kingdom park on Halloween, look for Trick-or-Treating at Walt Disney World's Downtown Disney  and creepy craft activities at many of the Walt Disney World resort hotels.

Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort offers families a chance to enjoy such favorite seasonal attractions as Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy and Haunted Mansion Holiday.  During the Halloween time event, Guests can enjoy the seasonal décor as well as interact with beloved Disney characters decked out in whimsical Halloween costumes. Guests will also encounter Cruella DeVille, Captain Hook and other Disney villains who make special appearances at Disneyland for Halloween Time.

<<Beyond the Berms>>

with Universal Orlando Resort

If you're looking to put a little fright into a cool autumn night, look no further than the Universal Orlando resort. Halloween Horror Nights XX: Twenty Years of Fear is running select nights in September and October.  During this annual event, Universal Studios Florida theme park is transformed into the nation’s 'screamier' Halloween event. During this 20th anniversary edition Universal takes terror to a whole new level. Visitors can venture into a nightmarish maze of all new haunted houses, electrifying scare zones, and outrageous live entertainment including the ever popular Bill & Ted's Excellent Halloween Adventure.  Halloween Horror nights are frightful fun, but these events are only recommended for children 13 and up.  

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<<The More the Merrier>>

with ALL STAR Vacation Homes

-- Shopping Ideas for Your Fall Orlando Vacation --

With lighter crowds in the Fall, enjoy more time to shop on your Orlando vacation at Central Florida's many shopping destinations.

Here are some ideas to make the most of your Orlando shopping experience:

Find the latest Fall fashions at The Mall of Millenia, with high-end stores like Macy's, Nieman-Marcus and Bloomingdales.

Need a one-stop solution for early Christmas shopping? Explore The Florida Mall, featuring over 260 retailers - from Saks 5th Avenue, Nordstrom and Dillard's to the Apple Store, Sears and Toys R Us Express.

Want great deals on name brand merchandise? Visit Orlando Premium Outlets with 150 stores to choose from.

Don't miss Downtown Disney - where you'll find everything Disney plus a world of unique specialty shops.

For more Orlando shopping options, visit the ALL STAR Vacation Homes Orlando Shopping Guide or call 1-800-606-3373.

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<<Calendar Corner>>

-- March 2011 --

Extra Magic Hours, Operating, and Event schedules have been released for March 2011. For guests visiting during this time, you will want to visit the Park Hours and Events pages to aid in planning your trip. Remember, all times and schedules are subject to change, so check back often.  

>> Current Park Hours 

>> Extra Magic Hours Schedule and Info

>> Fireworks, Parades, & Event Schedules  

<< Conclusion >>

Just like Fall, it's time for us to leaf.  From food to frights, there's lots of reasons to take an Autumn vacation and we hope this edition has helped you make some plans.   We'll be back in a few weeks with the latest news and tips to have a great vacation. See ya real soon!

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