With gas prices expected to rise to all time highs this summer, families on a budget can still enjoy America's favorite destination with an offer from Sky Hotels & Resorts in Orlando.
The group offers a "Fuel Fanatic" gas rebate program on stays through June 16. With suites starting at $69 a night, guests receive a $25 gas card for a three night stay, or $50 gas card for a four night stay.
With seven resorts throughout Orlando, including Lake Buena Vista Resort Village and Spa and Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Universal Orlando, Sky Hotels & Resorts puts families in the heart of popular attractions such as Walt Disney World, Sea World and Universal Orlando. Guests can choose from a wide variety of suite accommodations such as the Lake Buena Vista Resort Village and Spa, with sprawling multiple bedroom suites and fully equipped kitchens -- and steps from Lake Buena Vista Factory Outlet stores.
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Lake Buena Vista is located only 1.5 miles from Walt Disney Resorts and three miles from SeaWorld. Just off International Drive and five minutes from Universal Orlando's entrance, the Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Universal Orlando is nearby to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Both locations provide free scheduled transportation to nearby attractions, daily hot complimentary breakfast and free parking.
For those with a need for even more space, Palisades Resort is only minutes from Walt Disney World Resorts and offers two and three bedroom luxury suites, set amidst lush landscaping and Lake Austin Reserve.
For more information or for bookings, visit www.staysky.com/fuelfanatic or call 1-866-455-4062.
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Save 60 percent on stays at the newly renovated AAA Three-Diamond Clarion Inn Lake Buena Vista, located around the corner from Disney World.
Nightly rates start from $49 a night -- any available day of the week -- on stays through June 30 (blackout dates: March 25; April 17-20).
Included with this special rate are perks such as WiFi access; shuttle service to the major theme parks and buy one, get one free American breakfast buffet for adults ($10 value); buy one, get one free dinner for adults and kids age nine and younger eat free with a paying adult.
To book, visit Travelzoo at www.travelzoo.com/hotels/orlando/994725.
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Through midnight, tonight (3/23), Bookit.com offers special savings on Orlando area lodging with nightly rates from $49 and up. Qualifying stays include four free days of Disney Park admission -- including Park Hopper when you book your Walt Disney World Park Hopper tickets on BookIt.com.
Check it all out at www.bookit.com/us/florida/orlando/?promoId=5559814&adid=Tp_8351
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Clara Bosonetto is a retired travel consultant.
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