Happy Holidays to You

carolyn — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 16:57:52 +0000

We would like to wish everyone a very Happy Holidays and a Healthy, Prosperous New Year. Whether it is your first visit or a return trip, we look forward to welcoming you to our Resort. See for yourself why we are highly rated by visitors and tour companies worldwide.

It’s been a great year for our Resort, with much good news to report. There is a flurry of construction projects planned for Central Florida theme parks. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando is set for expansion, as recently reported by the Orlando Sentinel. SeaWorld’s TurtleTrek attraction is set to open next year and a major Antarctica-themed area will open in 2013. The first phase of the Fantasyland expansion at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom is scheduled to open in 2012, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom plans to add a land based on the “Avatar” films in 2016.

With all of these theme parks so close to the Lake Buena Vista Resort, it is no wonder November’s occupancy rate of 69.4% exceeded our totals for the same time last year, and our year-to-date occupancy is at 79.6% also surpassing 2010.

Our exceptional location, just 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from Disney World and minutes from Universal Studios and SeaWorld, is a big advantage. We also offer free transportation to these theme parks. So, why not book your reservation now at www.lbvorlandoresort.com or call 1-866-401-2699 and speak with one of our reservation specialists. See for yourself why TripAdvisor guests have posted raving reviews about our Resort.

The Lake Buena Vista team continues to welcome many foreign visitors interested in learning more about the EB-5 immigrant investment program and our Regional Center. They are discovering the benefits of investing in an established, operating regional center and like being able to tour the development.

For more information about the EB-5 program and our Regional Center projects, visit our web sites at www.eb5greencardusa.com and www.eb5vacationclub.com or contact Larry Cohen at (407) 509-5668.

Fall TripAdvisor vacationers give our resort an early holiday gift: great reviews

carolyn — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 20:38:56 +0000

Vacationers to Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa during the fall are giving our resort fantastic reviews on TripAdvisor. “This is an awesome hotel for families!” declared a guest from Jacksonville, who visited over the Thanksgiving weekend. ”We typically have 7-10 family members traveling with us most of the time. It was so nice to have three bedrooms and two baths in one unit! Truly a great experience and we will be back!” A guest from Greenville, North Carolina, said, “This place is truly a home away from home. We were there for five days and four nights, and we did not want to leave. The rooms are fully equipped to meet your every day needs, and the staff was amazing!” Another guest from nearby Zephyrhills reported, “We were only a short way from home, but will most certainly return for extended stays at this resort. Very comfortable, spacious and clean. Opportunities for kids and parents to relax and unwind, and it’s close to all of the theme parks.”

Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa is superbly located just 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from Walt Disney theme parks and offers free transportation to this and other area parks. Our world-class resort offers many on-site amenities and services, including a popular Pirates Plunge Aquatic Center featuring a derelict pirate ship and waterslide, poolside tiki bar and restaurant, three hot tubs, a signature health spa, fitness center, factory outlet shopping, and Irish pub and grille. For reservations, call us toll-free at (866) 401-2699 or visit www.lbvorlandoresort.com.

The EB-5 visa program is a government approved fast track for foreign investors interested in Green Cards and permanent U.S residency. The Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa is a built, operating and income-generating Regional Center approved by USCIS for the EB-5 Immigrant Investment Program. It is located in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA) and requires only a $500,000 USD investment. The Regional Center recently announced its newest EB-5 project, The Lake Buena Vista Vacation Club LLC. To learn more about our EB-5 projects, visit www.eb5greencard.usa.com, www.eb5vacationclub.com, or contact Larry Cohen at (407) 509-5668.

Wizarding World of Harry Potter Expansion Spells Magic for Visitors

carolyn — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 17:14:35 +0000

Universal Orlando plans to expand its wildly-popular Wizarding World of Harry Potter attraction in Central Florida, adding to a flurry of construction projects planned for major theme parks located near Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa. According to an Orlando Sentinel report, Universal Orlando officials did not reveal the details about the company’s expansion plans, but with their recently announced plans to close the Jaws ride in January, rumors are circulating that Wizarding World will expand into the second park, Universal Studios. Wizarding World opened at Universal’s Islands of Adventure in June 2010.

Universal’s expansion announcement ratchets up the construction activity at Central Florida theme parks. SeaWorld’s Turtle-Trek attraction is scheduled to open next year, and a major Antartica-themed area will open there in 2013. At Walt Disney World Resort, the first phase of the Fantasyland expansion in the Magic Kingdom is scheduled to open in 2012, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom plans to add a land based on the “Avatar” films in 2016.

All of this “spells” great news for visitors to Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa. Our resort is superbly located just 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from Walt Disney theme parks and offers free transportation to Disney, Universal, SeaWorld and other area attractions. For reservations, call us toll-free at (866) 401-2699 or visit www.lbvorlandoresort.com.

The Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa is also a U.S. government-approved EB-5 Regional Center. The EB-5 visa program offers foreign investors a unique opportunity to become permanent U.S. residents and obtain Green Cards. The Lake Buena Vista Regional Center is built, operating and income-generating. It is located in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA), so it requires only a $500,000 USD investment. The Regional Center’s newest EB-5 project is the Lake Buena Vista Vacation Club LLC. To learn more about our EB-5 projects, visit www.eb5greencard.usa.com, www.eb5vacationclub.com, or contact Larry Cohen at (407) 509-5668

Find Holiday Bargains Galore at Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores

carolyn — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 13:19:47 +0000

If you’re looking for a great holiday shopping experience in Central Florida, you’ll find it next door to our resort at Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores. The center offers real deals and outlet prices, easy in and out and storefront parking, and a huge selection of over 400 designer names within 50 spacious outlet shops – all loaded with new merchandise.

Recent store openings include G by GUESS, a division of GUESS featuring the hottest styles for young men and women; All Sports, selling major league licensed apparel; Tommy Hilfiger Kids; Levi’s® Outlet Store; LOFT Outlet Store; and Under Armour. Other popular designer names represented at the outlet include Aeropostale, Eddie Bauer, Levi’s, Nike, Ecko Unlimited, Izod, VanHeusen and many more. The center boasts the only Old Navy Outlet in Central Florida and one of only three Rawlings Factory Stores in the world. The Center Food Court and World of Coffee Internet Café offer refreshments and a respite from holiday bargain-hunting. For specific store hours and deals, visit www.lbvfs.com.

Turn your shopping excursion into a weekend getaway at Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa. Consistently rated tops by Trip Advisor fans, our world-class resort offers many on-site amenities and services, including a popular Pirates Plunge Aquatic Center featuring a derelict pirate ship and waterslide, poolside tiki bar and restaurant, three hot tubs, a signature health spa, fitness center, and Irish pub and grille. For reservations, call us toll-free at (866) 401-2699 or visit www.lbvorlandoresort.com.

Holiday Fun is Close By at Universal Orlando

carolyn — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 17:36:38 +0000

Experience one-of-a-kind holiday excitement the whole family can enjoy at Universal Orlando theme parks, located just minutes away from Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa. From now through New Year’s Day, both Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure have spectacular events throughout the parks. At Universal Studios Florida, the 10th Anniversary Macy’s Holiday Parade takes to the streets with colorful balloons and floats direct from the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. Mannheim Steamroller, the biggest selling Christmas artist of all time, performs live onstage on select Saturday and Sunday nights in December. Islands of Adventure will transform Seuss Landing into the whimsical world of Grinchmas, complete with festive storybook décor around every corner, a heartwarming live musical show starring The Grinch, strolling Whos from Whoville spreading good cheer and much more!

After all of the festivities at Universal, gather up your family – Grinches and joyful ones, all – and continue making holiday memories at Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa. Consistently rated tops by Trip Advisor fans, our resort is also superbly located just minutes away from Universal Studios, 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from Walt Disney World and close to other area theme parks and attractions. Our popular Pirates Plunge Aquatic Center features a derelict pirate ship and waterslide, poolside tiki bar and restaurant, and three hot tubs. Among the many on-site amenities and services you’ll find at our world-class resort include a signature health spa, fitness center, outlet shopping, and Irish pub and grille. For reservations, call us toll-free at (866) 401-2699 or visit www.lbvorlandoresort.com.

Splash Into Seasonal Fun at SeaWorld

carolyn — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 21:02:52 +0000

Waves of holiday spirit are splashing over guests during SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration, and all of the festivities are just minutes away from the Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa! At SeaWorld’s wintery, watery wonderland, you can journey to the North Pole on The Polar Express Experience and enjoy stunning live shows inspired by the natural world, including Winter Wonderland on Ice and A Sesame Street Christmas. With everything from elves to Elmo, and from Santa to Shamu, SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration is where holiday memories are made.

The water play continues for kids of all ages at the nearby Lake Buena Vista Resort. Slide into refreshment at our popular Pirates Plunge Aquatic Center featuring a derelict pirate ship and waterslide where you can enjoy the poolside tiki bar and restaurant, or relax and rejuvenate in one of the three hot tubs around the pool. Other on-site amenities and services contributing to the world-class guest experience at our resort include the signature health spa, fitness center, factory outlet shopping and an Irish pub and grille. Consistently rated tops by Trip Advisor fans, our resort is superbly located just minutes away from SeaWorld and 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from Walt Disney World and other area theme parks and attractions. For reservations, call us toll-free at (866) 401-2699 or visit www.lbvorlandoresort.com.

Disney Holiday Happenings Near to Our Resort

carolyn — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 23:01:13 +0000

Holiday spirit is in full swing at Walt Disney World theme parks, where a line-up of enchanting yuletide festivities are taking place now through early next year — and all easily accessible from the Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa. The 2011 holiday season line-up includes Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, a Magic Kingdom special event filled with jolly holiday parades, fireworks and live entertainment; Holidays Around The World – Candlelight Processional, held nightly at Epcot and retelling the story of Christmas with a celebrity narrator, orchestra and choir; The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, a massive seasonal display showcasing millions of holiday lights perfectly synchronized to music; and Mickey’s Jingle Jungle Parade, featuring popular Disney Characters and their safari friends in Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

After making lasting memories, gather your loved ones and recharge your batteries at Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa. Consistently rated tops by Trip Advisor fans, our resort is superbly located just 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from Walt Disney World and minutes from other area theme parks. You’ll find a world-class guest experience at our resort from our popular Pirates Plunge Aquatic Center featuring a derelict pirate ship and waterslide, a poolside tiki bar and restaurant, and three hot tubs around the pool, to our other relaxing and convenient on-site amenities and services, including a signature health spa, fitness center, outlet shopping, and Irish pub and grille. For reservations, call us toll-free at (866) 401-2699 or visit www.lbvorlandoresort.com.

Two Noteworthy USCIS Events Planned for November

carolyn — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:53:03 +0000

Parties interested in obtaining green cards and permanent U.S. residency can participate in two events to be conducted in November by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). On Wednesday, November 9, USCIS will lead another national Spanish-language Enlace session as part of an ongoing series of quarterly public engagements. Each Enlace session focuses on a specific immigration or citizenship topic and includes a Q&A session with USCIS officials.

On Tuesday, November 15, the USCIS Service Center Operations Directorate will host a national teleconference. The topic for the engagement is Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization, and Form I-131, Application for Travel Document. This engagement will be hosted by the Texas Service Center and the Nebraska Service Center. The call will focus primarily on the combination advance parole employment authorization card (commonly known as the “combo card”), Optional Practical Training (OPT) for academic students, and other updates.

More information on both events can be found at http://bit.ly/ukkonC (Enlace) and http://bit.ly/sRZYmK (teleconference).

Approved by the USCIS for the EB-5 Immigrant Investment Program, the Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa is a built, operating and income-generating Regional Center. The EB-5 visa program is a government approved fast track for foreign investors interested in Green Cards and permanent U.S. residency. The Lake Buena Vista Regional Center is located in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA) and requires only a $500,000 USD investment. To learn more about the EB-5 program and one of our Regional Center’s projects, visit www.eb5greencard.usa.com or contact Larry Cohen at (407) 509-5668.

The Lake Buena Vista Regional Center’s newest EB-5 project is The Lake Buena Vista Vacation Club LLC. Investor funds would provide financing for a loan-based, timeshare/vacation club with an approximately 5% return. To learn more about our newest EB-5 project visit our web site at www.eb5vacationclub.com or contact Larry Cohen at (407) 509-5668.

LEGOLAND Florida Opens This Saturday

carolyn — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 19:36:57 +0000

LEGOLAND Florida, Central Florida’s newest theme park, holds its grand opening this Saturday, Oct. 15. Located in Winter Haven, only an easy, one-hour drive on I-4 from Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa, LEGOLAND caters to 2- to 12-year-old children and their families with rides, shows and attractions across 150 acres. An amazing day of imaginative play awaits guests to LEGOLAND, from taking a factory tour to seeing how LEGO toys are made, to experiencing LEGO creations unlike any other in the world, and from creating and testing their own LEGO creations, to riding the thrilling TECHNIC Test Track roller coaster ride in life-size LEGO TECHNIC vehicles. And all of this fun just scratches the surface!

Are you planning to combine a trip to Orlando with a visit to LEGOLAND? Our resort is ideally situated and offers a myriad of fun, shopping and relaxation options for the entire family. Our fabulous Pirates Plunge Aquatic Center features a derelict pirate ship and waterslide and is a huge hit with kids young and old. Our other popular on-site amenities and services, including a poolside tiki bar and restaurant, three hot tubs around the pool, health spa, fitness center, outlet shopping, and Irish pub, further enhance the world-class guest experience at our resort. Consistently rated tops by Trip Advisor fans, our resort is also superbly located just 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from Walt Disney theme parks and minutes from other area parks. For reservations, call us toll-free at (866) 401-2699 or visit www.lbvorlandoresort.com.

The Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa is approved by the U.S. government as an EB-5 Regional Center. The EB-5 visa program offers foreign investors a unique opportunity to become permanent U.S. residents and obtain Green Cards. The Lake Buena Vista Regional Center is built, operating and income-generating. It is located in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA), so it requires only a $500,000 USD investment. The Regional Center’s newest EB-5 project is the Lake Buena Vista Vacation Club LLC. To learn more about our EB-5 projects, visit www.eb5greencard.usa.com, www.eb5vacationclub.com, or contact Larry Cohen at (407) 509-5668.

Resort Gears Up for Another Fun-Filled October

carolyn — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 19:07:04 +0000

Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa is getting ready for Halloween activities for guests of all ages, as are area theme parks.

Universal Studios has introduced a mobile application designed specifically for its popular “Halloween Horror Nights” event, which kicked off September 23 and runs on select dates through October 31. Walt Disney World has a Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party planned on select dates September through early November in the Magic Kingdom Park. SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular takes place every weekend in October and is the ultimate family-friendly event featuring an ocean of Halloween fun.

Right next door to the resort is the Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores featuring over 50 outlet stores offering discounts up to 75% off. Additional savings can be found during the Columbus Day Weekend Sidewalk Sale October 7 – October 10. Merchants will be handing out treats to the kids while adults are treated to great savings throughout the mall. Opening October 15 is Tommy Hilfiger Kids. For more information, visit www.lbvfs.com. Those ready for some post-Halloween pampering can book a “Trick or Treat” Spa Special at the Reflections Spa-Salon located right on resort property. For a menu of services and to book an appointment, visit www.reflectionsspaorlando.com.

Since the award-winning Lake Buena Vista Resort is superbly located just 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from Walt Disney theme parks and close to Universal and SeaWorld, why stay any place else? For reservations, call us toll-free and speak with one of our reservation specialists at 1-866-401-2699 or visit www.lbvorlandoresort.com.

Lake Buena Vista Resort Village & Spa is also a government approved Regional Center located in a Targeted Employment Area (TEA) and requires only a $500,000 USD investment. The EB-5 visa program is a government approved fast track for foreign investors interested in Green Cards and permanent U.S residency. To learn more about our EB-5 projects, visit www.eb5greencard.usa.com, www.eb5vacationclub.com, or contact Larry Cohen at (407) 509-5668.