Join in the Mardi Gras fun at Universal Studios Orlando!  Florida’s biggest party doesn’t stop and runs every night from February 4 through March 25, 2017. This year’s Mardi Gras will have 12 amazing concerts, millions of beads and one over the top parade, and great Cajun food for you to enjoy! The concert series runs on weekends throughout the whole event. Concert dates include: Saturday, February 4th: Trace Adkins Saturday, February 11th: Ne-Yo Saturday, February 18th: Collective Soul Sunday, February 19th: X Ambassadors Saturday, February 25th: Fifth Harmony Saturday, March 4th: Kool & The Gang Sunday, March 5th: Olivia Newton-John Saturday, March 11th: UB40 Sunday, March 12th: Toby Keith Saturday, March 18th: Jason Derulo Sunday, March 19th: Earth, Wind & Fire Saturday, March 25th: The All-American Rejects Enjoy authentic Cajun food including jambalaya, Creole gumbo, Andouille sausage, red beans & rice and beignets. While strolling through the courtyard with your mouth-watering food, you can listen to musicians straight from the streets of New Orleans. Gather around the streets for a view of the parade running every night at select times. The whole family will be awed by the over-the-top floats, stilt walkers, and performers. Little ones will have their own viewing area so they are sure to see everything! The Little Jester’s Parade viewing area is right in front of the Brown Derby Hat Shop. Don’t forget to find the perfect vacation villa for your family’s February getaway!  Our new 9 bedroom villa is the definition of luxury and will give your family enough space and entertainment options. You will even have an 81 ft parameter pool, 2 games rooms, and custom themed bedrooms! Until the next blog post, have a magical day!Vacations in Orlando always consist of visiting the theme parks but the city has more to offer. Indulge in Magical Dining Month from now through October 2^nd, where you have many choices from the finest cuisine here in Orlando. Over 90 restaurants are available for your special night, with each restaurant providing three-course, prix-fixe meals which include an appetizer, entrée, and dessert for only $33. Choose from some of the finest restaurants including The Capital Grille, The Melting Pot, Eddie V’s Prime Seafood, Eleven- Reunion Resort and many more. You can see the full list of participating restaurants to make your selection today!

Magical Dining month is a great way to spend time with your loved ones while saving on fine dining as well. Not only are you saving, but you are also giving back! For each meal, all restaurants involved will donate one dollar to The Russell Home for Atypical Children.  This organization is a non-profit facility for severely disabled children in Central Florida. There is no better way to enjoy a night of fun while giving back.

While visiting Orlando, stay in one of our luxury villas. Magical Vacation Homes proudly offers over 200 properties to choose from, whether it is a family getaway or a fun couple’s retreat, we have the perfect home for your stay.  Our Exquisite Mansion with a private pool and spillover spa are ideal for you to enjoy before heading to your Magical Dining night. Let us help you plan the perfect magical stay that you deserve. For reservations, our team is available 7 days a week or you can head to our website with live calendars 24/7 to reserve your perfect home.

Hope to see you soon and have a magical day!