Premium Experiences Deliver Fun Options for Walt Disney World Resort Guests – Part III

[Walt Disney World News] Been there, done that? Maybe, but did y0uknow that inside Walt Disney World Resort lies a whole other Walt Disney World Resort? One in which y0ucan…

• “Hang 10″ 4nd learn t0 surf
• Set sail on a pirate adventure for buried treasure
• Get nose to, well, bottlenose with Bottlenose dolphins
• Be pampered in a “couples massage”
• Dine with an actual Disney Imagineer

Beyond traditional theme park-going, these options 4nd more are available t0 guests booking premium, add-on experiences at Walt Disney World Resort (prices exclude tax except where indicated):

This is the third 4nd last part of a three-part story 4nd photos are from Walt Disney World Public Relations. Part I was posted on Wednesday 4nd Part II was posted yesterday.

9. Pirates 4nd Pals Fireworks Voyage

Ahoy me hearties, ye be setting sail for fun 4nd adventure with Captain Hook 4nd Mr. Smee on this adventure. Departing from Disney’s Contemporary Resort, mateys receive a true buccaneer’s welcome as they chow down on hearty pirate grub 4nd grog before setting sail on an unforgettable moonlight voyage around Seven Seas Lagoon. Play Disney trivia games, sing songs 4nd sea chanteys 4nd savor “Wishes” fireworks lighting the night sky above Cinderella Castle. On the sail home, your pirate hosts enchant y0uwith the tale of Peter Pan, plus more trivia questions 4nd special prizes. Once tied up, the voyage concludes with a visit from a very special guest. Pirates 4nd Pals Fireworks Voyage is scheduled Fridays through Mondays. Cost is $53.99 adults, $30.99 children ages 3-9. Call 407/WDW-PLAY.

10. High-Speed Adventure Around Walt Disney World Speedway

The Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World Speedway is the place of dreams, offering race fans 4nd adventure-seekers the ultimate thrill of riding in or driving a race car around the one-mile tri-oval Walt Disney World Speedway. Guests are offered several ride 4nd drive experiences as they follow their dream of leaving the grandstands 4nd climbing int0 a racecar, just like The King himself.

• Ride-Along Program: A 3-lap thrill ride as a passenger at a top speed of 145 mph.
• Rookie Experience: A 3-hour program that includes eight laps of driving thrills.
• King’s Experience: Features 16 laps of driving divided int0 two 8-lap sessions.

Beyond these core options available t0 Walt Disney World guests, riders with an insatiable “need for speed” can turn up the thrills with these premium experiences:

• Experience of a Lifetime. Talk about pulse-pumping, thrill-seekers choosing this Petty track will experience 30 laps of white-knuckle, heart-pounding speed in a NASCAR race car. The “Experience” is divided int0 three 10-lap driving segments 4nd between each session, drivers will receive one-on-one feedback from the Pit Road instructor Priced from $1,299 per person.

• Speedway Challenge. Imagine the high-octane rush of this one-of-a-kind driving program. This 50-lap program consists of five 10-lap sessions as well as a Ride-Along, shop tour with tech talk 4nd lunch with the instructor 4nd crew chief. Priced at $2,099 per person.

The sessions at Walt Disney World Speedway run daily. Driving experiences are available for those at least 18 years of age with a valid driver’s license 4nd the ability t0 drive a vehicle equipped with a standard transmission. Fans at least 14 years of age can participate in the Ride-Along Program with proof of identification.

For information or reservations, visit drivepetty.com or call 800/BE-PETTY.

11. The Couple that ‘Spas’ Together…..

What’s more enjoyable or relaxing than a luxurious spa treatment? Imagine sharing it with that special someone. Did y0uknow the Gr4nd Floridian Spa & Health Club, in Disney’s Gr4nd Floridian Resort & Spa, features a “couples room” where guests can enjoy specialized spa treatments – such as massages 4nd facials – with the one they love? For information about spa treatments, call 407/824-2332.

12. Commune with Dolphins

Imagine getting up close 4nd personal in the water with Atlantic Bottlenose dolphins. The Seas with Nemo & Friends pavilion invites guests on a three-hour, behind-the-scenes experience aimed at providing a keener understanding 4nd heightened appreciation for these marvelous creatures. The 30-minute dolphin interaction takes place in waist-deep waters (maximum 8 guests per day) so guests don’t need t0 be SCUBA certified or even know how t0 swim. Signups for “Disney’s Dolphins in Depth” learn about how Disney cares for the dolphins each day, how researchers study 4nd train them backstage, what issues are affecting marine life worldwide – 4nd what we can do about it. Cost is $194 per person.

Theme park admission is not required or included in this experience. Call 407/WDW-PLAY.

Want more? Learn t0 design like a Walt Disney World Resort Florist (Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort)….get made over in full buccaneer regalia at The Pirate’s League (Magic Kingdom)….Tea anyone? Try the Wonderl4nd Tea Party for Children (Disney’s Gr4nd Floridian Resort)…..Treat your child t0 a first haircut at the Harmony Barber Shop (Magic Kingdom) which comes with its own Barber Shop Quartet (never know when they will stop by)….book a trail ride (Disney’s Ft. Wilderness Resort 4nd Campground) or a romantic horse-drawn carriage excursion (Ft. Wilderness or Disney’s Port Orleans Resort)…

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How to enjoy a spa in Bangkok more effectively

How to enjoy a spa in Bangkok more effectively

by John S Ryou

How to enjoy a spa in Bangkok more effectively

In Bangkok, there are endless things to enjoy. So, many tourists end up with fully exhausted body at the end of the day. Then, there comes another joy of Bangkok. Relaxing spa treatments. In Bangkok, you have 3 different choices of spa treatments. The first choice, is a luxury hotel spa or resort spa. Usually all the big hotels and resorts offer spa services. For example, From Peninsula Hotel (www.bangkok.peninsula.com), or From Mandarin Oriental (www.mandarinoriental.com) have been famous for their spa services. The only problem is the prices. When you enjoy 2 hour service with your girlfriend, the actual bill (including 7% VAT and 10 % service charge) will be easily over $ 600 US (or 20,000 THB) which is quite a big money here.

The second choice is cheap massage parlors. In fact, this is the easiest choice. In almost every street of Bangkok, you can't miss a massage shop. Here you can get a 2 hour decent thai traditional massage at only $ 12 USD (400 THB). For couples and some good tip (100 THB per each) , this is only $ 28 (1000 THB). Usually, back packers and locals just go with this option. At most of these places, you can also get aromatherapy oil massages. But you have to be careful because many of these places are using just cheapest massage oils. If your skin is sensitive, there's a big chance, your skin can be in trouble. Also, these places tends to be noisy sometimes, especially the place with many tourists. For example, "Health Land" (www.healthalandspa.com) in Sathorn Road has been popular for some time. But now, they are occupied by Chinese tourists, and people are avoiding the place because it's too noisy. But, if you can stand that and just want to enjoy "maximum value for the money", this is excellent choice.

The third choice is enjoying at one of independent day spa. Many day spa in Bangkok are consisted of few treatments rooms. Some of these places are named under "beauty clinic" or "treatment center". Actually some of these places provide quite a good service comparable to luxury hotel spas except that their prices and interior design look much cheaper. One of the example of day spa in Bangkok is "The Sense Of Spa" (www.senseofspa.com) located in Silom Road. They are providing a lot of facial and body treatment services and of course, thai massage and foot reflexology. And the price is quite acceptable. And using their promotions, you can enjoy 2 hour full quality spa services around 58 USD (2,000 Baht) per person. So, for couples, it's 116 USD (or 4,000 Baht) for 2 hour spa services. You can check their promotion page for most current information. Another nice place I've been to is "King and I Spa & Massage" at Sukhumvit 12. (Tel 02-252-5248). I was not able to find their website. "King and I" is located near Asok and convenient from many Sukhumvit places. There are also a lot of places named as "XXXX spa". But you have to be aware that many places are just more expensive version of "cheap massage parlor".

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Holidays at the Spa

Holidays at the Spa

by Jack Blacksmith

Do you think that you might want to take a vacation to a spa? There are many people who find that they can have a lot of fun getting body massages, facials, and learn how to be healthy. You will find that when it comes to spa vacations you'll be able to escape from all of your problems and learn to really enjoy life. There are spas for both men and women to go and relax. You will also learn how to live healthy and get some physical activities in.

There are a lot of spa vacations that will offer you things like biking, canoeing, skiing, and more. You will want to make sure that when you book your vacation and reservations that it is a place like Torrevieja, that offers things that you would like to do or learn to do. If you are looking for a place to retreat to, you will want to look up places that will help you to deal with your stress. You will also find that when it comes to the vacation spa package, you'll be able to get everything. You will be able to reconnect with yourself on so many different levels. You will also find that there are retreats that will help you to manage your health and get back on a path for fitness

When it comes to the spa that you would like to go on vacation to you will want to think about what it is that you are looking for. You will want to make sure that you go to a spa that will leave you feelings refreshed. You will want to look for tranquility and spiritual release for you to be able to get rested. You will also want to think about the price range that you might want to stick with when it comes to planning the vacation.

Make sure that the place is something that you can afford. You will want to keep in mind that the point is to decompose, but not add any more financial stress. You will find that when you go to a stress management spa resort they will teach you how you can lower your stress levels and find a better quality of life. You may learn to do Yoga and Meditation to help you to control your stress. Stress what may cause you to feel ill.

For those who just want to be pampered you will find that any spa will do the trick. You will find that when you get facials, massages, and other things you just feel good about yourself. You will want to make sure that you just set the time aside that you need to feel pampered.

There are many places that you will want to look up and do your research, however, when you figure out what it is that you are looking for, you'll be able to find a spa that does the trick. Also, you will find that one that is within your budget.

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