Hello I'm new and need a bit of help

**Ruthy** · 10-10-2006, 23:50

Hello,

Ruth here from Yorkshire. I was hoping someone might be able to help me to find a villa in Orlando away from all the action which is available for 29/12/06-6/1/07. I've been on the 3 sites but because it's New Year lots are booked and it's taking ages to go through them all. Is there a way of searching only available villas ?

Also, any recommendations on sub divisions would be great as we are 2 adults and 2 children (2 & 4) and are planning to spend a lot of time at the villa rather than at the parks (may go to Magic Kingdom at most). We would prefer to be in a more residential area away from the action but with a childrens play area. Nearish to normal shops (eg a normal shopping mall where locals would go)

Any tips on going to see the snow at celebration would be much appreciated as well.

Thanks in advance

Ruth

**DaveL** · 11-10-2006, 00:03

If you put out an enquiry on all three sites with a comment that your dates are fixed then only owners who have those dates should send you their details.

Dave

**Lynne S** · 11-10-2006, 00:08

Hi Ruth,

Welcome to the forum. If you put a general enquiry on all 3 sites and state your dates and your requirements you should get replies from the available owners.
No owner is allowed to contact you through the forum, if anyone does please report it.

The snow at Celebration is worth visiting, it is on just up to the New Year. It snows on the hour at 7pm, 8pm & 9pm. I think you would have to go on one of your first nights, have a drive around Celebration the Christmas lights are wonderful.

Here is a bit from the Celebration website
November 24 – December 31
Celebration’s Now Snowing Nightly

All ages can celebrate the holiday season as snow falls nightly on Market Street. Visitors will get into the holiday spirit with festive entertainment, horse and carriage rides, holiday photos, train rides and much more.

Have a great time with your family.

**Liesel** · 11-10-2006, 00:46

Hi Ruth

Celebration is lovely in the snow!Just don't let the 'snow' get in your eyes, it STINGS![:O] It is still definitely worth making the trip, there's a real festive atmosphere [msnsmile2]

As Dave mentioned, make very clear on your enquiry that your dates are strict, and only those owners with availability will respond to you. There are also write ups on the sites about each of the communities, they will describe the facilties available and the proximity to attractions shops and restaurants etc. If you find a community you like, the owners on the forum will be glad to answer any questions you may have.

Have a great trip.

Liesel

**gail and david roberts** · 12-10-2006, 11:54

Hi Ruth welcome to the forum
[msnsmile2][msnsmile2]

**solanasunshine** · 12-10-2006, 12:13

Welcome to the forum Ruth [msnsmile]

**dawn** · 12-10-2006, 12:22

A big welcome to you Ruth

**ShirleyD** · 12-10-2006, 12:41

Hi Ruth
Welcome to the forum, don't forget in your general enquiry to mention you want to be in a quiet area 'away from the action with childrens play area, etc' it may help to narrow the search. Happy villa hunting!!