Thank you so much for visiting us here at Global Resort Homes! Central Florida has the most incredible places to celebrate the special day where you can focus on family and togetherness. We are so glad you are here! If you need a few last minute dinner plans, then look no further!

• American Kitchen Bar + Grill: This american eatery offers you the classic Thanksgiving meal in an upscale setting. With a farm to table concept, the food is fresh, delicious, and always prepared in house. Located on Lake Buena Vista, this restaurant is close to all of Global’s homes as well as the Disney Parks.

• The Alfond Inn at Rollins: The perfect setting for your Thanksgiving meal is right here in Orlando. The Alfond restaurant offers an upscale, luxury buffet like no other. With a menu reflecting Florida’s rich agriculture, you’ll get a taste of local produce. As a high end restaurant, you can expect to spend a few extra dollars here for your meal, but without a doubt it will be worth it.

• Canvas Restaurant: A little bit off the beaten path, this restaurant is made for family meals shared together. Offering an a la carte menu, you can be sure that you’ll have all the classic dishes with a couple delicious extras too. Their Cinderella Pumpkin Bisque is rumored to be incredible.

• DoveCote: Located in downtown Orlando, this French inspired restaurant features signature dishes from Chef Clay Miller. Including various appetizers and hors d’oeuvres, you’ll feel as though you’re transported to a french Chateau in the south of France. Another upscale dining experience, you can expect to pay around $60 for adults and $18 for children.

• Your own vacation home: There is nothing more last minute than throwing a huge Thanksgiving feast yourself! Global’s homes come fully equipped with kitchens that provide you with all the necessary tools to make an amazing meal. Located close to shopping centers, you’ll find everything you need just a stone’s throw away.

Once again, have a great Thanksgiving with all of your family and friends. Be sure to make memories, have a great time and of course eat great food. From all of us at Global, we wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving!

If you want to celebrate Thanksgiving like a local, look no further! Celebration is the perfect place to get in the holiday spirit with festivities going on everyday. Here are a few of our favorite things to do while we’re there.

• Play in the “Snow-ap”: Every evening, starting November 24th, Celebration begins to turn itself into a picturesque New England town with snow dawning the streets and trees. With a vintage throwback, you’ll experience the holiday’s like never before. Be sure you are there for the Annual Tree Lighting ceremony too which will take place on November 24th! Particularly popular with the little ones, this will have them entertained for hours as they enjoy the “snow” in gorgeous 75 degree weather.

• Restaurants Galore: The little town center is outlined with restaurants at every corner. Mostly locally owned, these restaurants are perfect for a special evenings dinner. Our favorites include the Wine Bar or Aji. The Columbia is also a staple with their tasty 1905 salad!

• Christmas Lights: After a night of celebrating the holidays, take a break and enjoy the Christmas lights in the cute little town. Take a drive down the streets and enjoy each house. There are a few special spots like “Candy Cane Lane” where local residents dawn their homes in the finest decorations.

After a night on the town, come back to your very own vacation home with Global Resort Homes. With your vacation home you can curl up, put on a holiday movie, and relax! Renting a vacation home for your holiday is the perfect way to spend time with family and friends while enjoying the luxuries of home. Visit GlobalResortHomes.com and book your stay today for the perfect holiday!

Now that we have said goodbye to October and welcomed November, you can officially start planning your trip to Orlando for the Christmas season. As decorations take over the parks and Christmas trees are put up, you are sure to get into the holiday spirit no matter which park you visit. Here are a few of our 5 must see events happening in Orlando!

1. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party: With lights leading the way to the castle, you’ll get a glimpse of Magic Kingdom like never before. Debuting some new decor, the “Imagineers” have truly thought of everything. There will be a “snow fall” on Mainstreet, holiday parades, and many shows like “A Frozen Holiday Wish.”

2. Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Hogsmeade looks as beautiful as ever as it is adorned with Christmas lights and snow. Included with regular admission, you’ll have a chance to visit Harry Potter World decked out in all new decor. Have seasonal treats like “hot butterbeer” and so much more.

3. ICE by Gaylord Palms: Every year, Ice artists from around the world come and showcase their work here. With hundreds of sculptures, including full size ice cottages, you are sure to see things you have never seen! On select nights there is a Christmas concert, ice skating, and of course hot chocolate.

4. SeaWorld’s Christmas Spectacular: Special decorations light up SeaWorld like never before. Visit the aquariums with all your favorite friends as you sip on seasonal drinks and munch on yummy snacks. Christmas carols fill the air as ice skaters partake in a new SeaWorld show. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet Santa and a few of his special friends.

Before you book your tickets here, book your stay with Global Resort Homes. Global is the perfect spot to stay for the holidays with your own private home. Let the worries of sharing a small room melt away as you wake up on Christmas to your very own vacation home. Visit GlobalResortHomes.com and book your stay today for the holidays!