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Orlando’s theme parks pull out all the stops for their Halloween events. Whatever you are looking for from your Halloween celebrations, you’ll find a theme park event to suit you.
Here’s our run down of which of Orlando’s theme parks will really give you something to scream about!
Scream for sweets at Disney’s Magic Kingdom
Disney’s Magic Kingdom is hands-down the best Halloween event for children. From the magical Halloween themed parade, magical Disney character meet and greets, to the Halloween Trick or Treat events, this is a special time of year to visit Orlando’s most popular theme park.
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party runs on select nights between August 15 and October 31. Your kids can collect candy as they go through the park. And you get to enjoy special shows, including the Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular stage show, the Boo-to-You Parade and Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular fireworks.
Guests of all ages are welcome to wear costumes, which is a special privilege for this event. You must purchase a separate ticket for the party; regular park admission or an annual pass does not grant entry. Guests with a party ticket can enter Magic Kingdom as early as 4pm, while Magic Kingdom closes to day guests at 6pm on party nights. Tickets do sell out, so you need to buy them early, especially for dates in October.
Scream for the jump scares at Universal’s Horror Nights
This is the Halloween event that most of the White Rose Villas team has been waiting for all year! Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights is the biggest event in Universal’s calendar and if you’ve ever been, you’ll know why. The late night atmosphere, the in-costume characters, the haunted houses and the jump scares will definitely have you screaming – part in fear, all in fun!
This year, Halloween Horror Nights invites you endure ten different haunted houses – including Fallout and Five Nights at Freddies. There’s also live shows, rides, scare zones and more.
We’re especially looking forward to the This Circus is Fire live entertainment, where a once-vibrant circus has festered into an unending nightmare – a sinister spectacle of pyro, aerialists and illusions – and the Masquerade: Dance with Death scare zone. Universal says, “Your First Dance May Be Your Last! You’re invited to a masquerade ball where blood thirsty vampires lurk behind ornate disguises. When their masks fall, you’ll be their prey.”
If you just can’t wait, watch this preview from Universal about what else you can expect!
The World’s Premier Halloween Event runs on selected nights from 29 August until 2 November, with tickets and packages on sale now (an Express Pass is available for these specially ticketed events). We recommend getting to the park at least 45 minutes ahead of the official opening at 6:30pm to make the most of your time – often, gates will open early. The event finishes at 2am.
If you doubt the intensity of the event, please note that universal does not recommend it for children under the age of 13. No costumes or masks are allowed.
Scream for something different
If you’d like to get in the Halloween state of mind with a slightly more wallet-friendly price tag (especially for the early bird tickets), there’s another option for horror fans: Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld in Orlando. Howl-O-Scream runs on select dates between September 5 and November 1, 2025.
Howl-O-Scream is a relative newcomer to Orlando’s Halloween scene. Although it can trace its origins back to Busch Gardens Williamsburg in 1999, it didn’t come to SeaWorld until 2021. It’s a nighttime scare event with five haunted houses and six scare zones. We’re tempted by the new for 2025 Rave Yard. SeaWorld warns, “What looks like an abandoned cemetery is anything but quiet. The undead have taken over, turning crumbling tombstones into dance floors and mausoleums into neon-lit party zones. As the bass drops and the graveyard pulses with light, the dead rise for one reason only: to party forever. The music never stops. The dead never sleep. And if you’re not careful… you’ll be the next to join their eternal rave.”
You can also enjoy themed bar experiences and live shows. As with the Halloween special events at Orlando’s theme parks, Howl-O-Scream is not included within standard admission tickets. Howl-O-Scream is a separately ticketed night event. However, early bird tickets have big discounts applied. Note, no costumes are allowed at this event either.
Scream for more!
Our team is always happy to offer advice about things to do in Orlando during your stay with us. Feel free to chat with us online, email us at reservations@whiterosevillas.com or pick up the phone for a chat.
USA: 321-710-8779
UK: 0333-332-1411
White Rose Villas is excited to announce that we are sponsoring the Bayside Football Club’s U-16 boys’ team.
Our logo will be on the players’ home and away kits for the 2025-2026 season.
Supporting the local community in Dalgety Bay
White Rose Villas UK operations are based in Dalgety Bay, Fife, in a beautiful corner of South East Scotland. Our owner’s son played at the Bayside Football Club for several seasons, so it’s an absolute privilege to be able to support this fantastic local team.
Bayside Football Club ran its first training session in Dalgety Bay Primary School hall on 3rd March 2003. In the twenty or so years since then, the club has expanded quickly.
Today, the club has 29 teams ranging from over 35’s to “the Minikickers” – the club’s youngest age group. There’s also a girls’ branch of the club, which currently has over 120 members.
The emphasis at the club is firmly on development and fun. It welcomes all children regardless of ability. The teams are coached and run by 80 dedicated volunteers and club officials whose main objective is supplying affordable football for all families.
Looking forward to the 2025-2026 season
Shaun Glass is the assistant coach and team secretary for the boys’ U-16s side for which White Rose Villas is sponsoring the kit. He’s been coaching the same group of lads since they were five or six years old and has been part of their progress through the age groups.
“Our club is a community club that caters for children from all backgrounds,” says Shaun. “So having White Rose Villas sponsor the shirts is really important. We give the boys a fresh set of home and away kit at the start of every season. Having White Rose Villas sponsor the kit means the funds we do have can be used to support our players in other ways. It’s really important to us.”
The U-16 boys’ team was promoted to the first division of the local Fife league in 2024. The 2024/25 season has been challenging, but the team have stepped up and we managed to finish a respectable 4th place in the 1st division. The 2025-2026 season is anticipated to be a very exciting year for the team.
“We have finished in the top half of the league for the 2024-2025 season,” says Shaun. “Next year, we have even bigger ambitions! We want to win the local league.”
The team has also just played in the Edinburgh Cup during the off-season. The new kit arrived ready for those matches to be played in August. As well as playing in the Fife League, the team will also play in the Scottish Cup next season – starting this coming weekend. We wish the team luck!
Shaun says, “The sponsorship from White Rose Villas is really important to the team. It helps us in our mission – not just to promote the sport and the health and wellbeing of the individual players, it’s good for the health of the community.”
Special offer for Bayside coaches, parents and supporters
To celebrate our sponsorship of the boys’ U-16 team, White Rose Villas has a special offer code for Bayside Football Club coaches, parents and supporters.
Use BAYSIDE$150OFF when you checkout to receive a $150 credit on each booking for every 7 nights you book with us.
Shaun says, “I’ve actually stayed at a White Rose Villas property in Orlando when we met some of our South African friends in Florida. The home was very high quality, with all the amenities. Our South African friends were very impressed with the vacation home. It was well located. The service was good all around. And Disney and Universal were within striking distance!”
Sean and his family and friends stayed at Grande Villa
White Rose Villas Operations Director, Lisa Ellis, says, “It’s an absolute privilege to sponsor the Bayside team. My son Isaac played at Bayside for several years so I understand just how important the club is to our local community. It’s wonderful to be able to give something back and I wish the team and all the players a great season! I’m looking forward to seeing their progress.”
She adds, “The discount we’re offering is just another way to celebrate our sponsorship of the team’s kit and say thank you to the coaches, parents and supporters who give up their time week in, week out.”
How to use your exclusive offer code
It’s easy to use your Bayside offer code when you book with White Rose Villas.
Step one
Step two
Book a vacation for 7 nights or more.
Step three
Add BAYSIDE$150OFF at checkout.
Step four
Get a $150 credit on your booking for every 7 nights you book with us.
Find out more about Bayside FC
You can find out more about the Bayside football club on its website.
Or follow the club’s Facebook page.
We’ll keep you updated about the progress of the boys’ U-16 team as the 2025-2026 season progresses.
Follow the White Rose Villas Facebook page to make sure you don’t miss any of the updates.
Fancy a Florida vacation?
Why families should book a vacation home
Orlando has some of the world’s best amusement parks. And the best way for families to experience them is by booking a vacation home close to the parks. Here’s why!
#1. The parks are tiring
Long days, packed with excitement and miles of walking… Orlando’s amusement parks are great days out. But they’re long days out. And they are tiring days out.
There’s nothing better than being able to escape to the privacy of your own vacation home at the end of the day. It offers an unparalleled opportunity to escape and unwind together.
#2. Your own private pool
All of our vacation homes have a private pool. Many of them also have a jacuzzi. You can relax while the kids play. It’s a simple, quiet joy you simply can’t get in the parks.
#3. You can schedule some down days
Between days at the parks, you can relax and chill out at home, by the pool, or with your kids’ favorite shows playing on TV. It’s easy. It’s relaxing. It’s how your vacation ought to be…
#4. Space to play
Having your own space gives you the freedom to keep the kids amused in simple, fun ways. Why not build them a den? Or play a board game? Enjoy a few peaceful moments without all the high-octane energy and expense of the parks.
#5. Get together at your “home away from home”
Many of our vacation homes have games rooms and/or movie rooms, so you can get together and create some lasting family memories.
#6. Your kids can have their tantrums without the audience!
After your kids have met their heroes and you’ve finally managed to tear their tired little selves from the always-on magic of the parks, to say they can get a little overwrought is something of an understatement.
Isn’t it so much better to be snuggled in the comfort of your own vacation home when the inevitable meltdown comes? Surround them with all their familiar comforts, put on a Disney movie, prepare their favorite snacks, read them a story, whatever they need – all in your own time and in your own space.
#7. It’s a great excuse to broaden your horizons
It’s easy to focus all your attention on Orlando’s amusement parks, but Florida is so much more than that!
The state boasts some of the best beaches in the world. And some of the most wonderful natural parks in the country. Staying in a vacation home can be an impetus to go further afield. Explore!
#8. Mac’n’cheese is on the menu
Having your own kitchen facilities isn’t only a great way to keep the costs down. It’s also super convenient for preparing healthy snacks and making sure your fussy eaters can enjoy the home comforts they love.
No need to dress for dinner. Eat at a relaxed time and place to suit you.
#9. Make an occasion of it
Our vacation homes come with concierge service – so you can order in birthday baskets or other treats if you wish. We even partner with a caterer if you want to give everyone the night off!
#10. Your space is your own
In a vacation home, you really can kick back and relax in a way that is impossible in a hotel room. Spread out. Kick back. Enjoy.
Book your own Orlando family vacation!
If you’d love nothing more than to spend some quality time with your family while enjoying all that Orlando has to offer, please:
Browse our homes now.
Our new coffee stations have proved a big hit with guests. We’ve added them to many of our homes over the last six months and have been monitoring the results. This is what we’ve discovered.
The coffee stations have been used in all properties by almost all of our guests. Some use more than others, of course, but overall the feedback has been very positive.
What is a coffee station?
The coffee stations include everything a guest might need to make their morning beverage.
This includes:
- English breakfast tea
- A selection of herbal teas
- Filters (if used)
- Coffee (either Keurig capsules or ground coffee, depending on type of coffee maker in the property)
- Creamer
- Sugar
- Sweeteners
- Cookies
- Disposable coffee cups
Why have we added the new coffee stations?
We’re always looking for ways in which we can enhance the guest experience.
We’d much rather that our homeowners can compete on experience and quality stay than to compete on price. We don’t think it’s in anyone’s interest to get into a race to the bottom. Not ours, not our homeowners and not the guests’.
No other property managers in the area offer this service right now. Stocked coffee stations are therefore a great way to set our properties apart.
How they are going to make a cup of coffee in the morning is a surprisingly important factor in guest choice. Our top three enquiries are: pool; distance from Disney, type of coffee maker!
As an aside: It’s worth noting that guests prefer a Keurig coffee maker, so if you don’t have one of these in your property already, please get in touch with our team. We can purchase and install a Keurig machine in the home on your behalf if you wish.
What do guests love about the coffee stations?
Guest feedback tells us that they love the coffee station concept. It is particularly appreciated when a welcome basket isn’t included with the booking.
The convenience of being able to make a coffee or herbal tea on arrival is really welcomed, especially after a long journey.
Guests also love the disposable coffee cups. This surprised us at first, since all the homes have fully equipped kitchens. However, it seems that many guests like to make a coffee and take it to the park in a disposable cup. This way, they don’t have to carry an empty refillable coffee cup around the park all day.
Overall, we’ve had a great response from guests. Now, we’d like to hear your thoughts!
What do you think about the new coffee stations?
We’d love to hear from owners who have had a coffee station installed in your home to hear your thoughts about how successful the new coffee stations have been.
Have guests responded to you about them? Has the feedback been positive or negative?
Would you like to see the coffee stations continue? Do you think they add useful value to the guest experience?
How would you like to see this amenity develop in the future?
Share your thoughts
Please get in touch with our team to let us know your thoughts.
Email us: admin@whiterosevillas.com
Call in the UK: 0333 332 1411
Exceptional guest stays are created through unique and exciting experiences layered on top of getting all the essentials right.
One of the additional services many guests request is for outside catering services. We’re really delighted to recommend Spice House Catering for this type of guest request.
We are delighted to recommend Spice House
Why do we recommend Spice House? Because of the quality of the food and the exceptional service, of course.
We can testify to the great-tasting food and exceptional service because our team recently enjoyed Spice House Catering’s services for themselves. We hosted a staff event at one of the properties we manage. And, because we’re big believers in practicing what we preach, it was a no brainer to use Spice House to cater for the event.
About Spice House Catering
Born in Montego Bay Jamaica, Spice House chef Dameon grew up in a culture where foods are grown naturally and harvested nearby. Organic has always been a way of life, not a grocery store label. With an extensive background working in some of the finest luxury hotels and cruise ships for over 20 years, chef Dameon has developed a diverse culinary background.
He strives to bring that same level of attention to detail, culinary creativity and high-class service to every catering client. If our team’s reviews are anything to go by, he certainly succeeds!
Spice House cuisine
Spice House specialities include: Jamaican jerk chicken; escovitch snapper filet; rice and peas and pineapple upside-down cake.
The menu is diverse, with plenty of cuisines and influences evident in the catering menu. Choose from Italian favourites such as caprese salad and chocolate cannoli. Or opt for a Southern Menu featuring hickory smoke BBQ chicken, honey BBQ pork ribs, grilled salmon with a dill beurre blanc, sauteed collard greens and a red velvet cake for dessert.
There are traditional Mexican options from which to choose as well as all American favourites like cobb salad and key lime pie. Or you can opt to build your own buffet. This way, you can pick all your favourites from the wide range of delicious options.
We opted to build our own buffet and the team loved the results.
You can review the menu in full here: https://spicehousecatering.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Spice-House-Catering-Menu.pdf
Would you like to book Spice House to cater for you or your guests?
If you or any of your guests would like to book catering or private chef services, please get in touch with our team.
We are always happy to help put itineraries and extra services packages together for you and your guests to make sure you get the most from your stay.
Call our team on: 407 605 5865.
We all know the importance of guest reviews in increasing the occupancy of our homes.
With this in mind, we’d like to encourage all owners to share ALL of your guest reviews with us. Good and bad!
Fostering a Culture of Improvement and Recognition
Guest reviews in shape the reputation and success of our vacation rentals.
Reviews provide valuable feedback that helps us enhance the guest experience and maintain high standards of service. However, to truly leverage the power of reviews for continuous improvement, we need the support of our property owners.
Why Sharing All Guest Reviews Matters
Comprehensive Feedback for Improvement:
By receiving all guest reviews, our team gains insights into areas where we excel and areas that require attention. Positive reviews highlight what guests love about the property and our service, while constructive criticism in less-than-perfect reviews helps us identify areas for improvement.
Training and Development Opportunities:
Sharing all reviews allows us to use them as teaching tools for training our team members. Whether it’s recognizing exemplary service or addressing areas of concern, every review contributes to the ongoing development of our staff.
Recognition and Motivation:
Our team works hard to deliver exceptional service, and positive reviews serve as a testament to their efforts. Recognizing and rewarding outstanding performance boosts morale and motivates team members to continue delivering top-notch service.
Incentivizing 5-Star Service:
Many vacation rental platforms prioritize properties with high ratings, making positive reviews crucial for maintaining visibility and attracting future guests. By sharing all reviews, owners contribute to our efforts to secure 5-star ratings and enhance the property’s reputation.
The Role of YourWelcome Digital Welcome Book
In addition to guest reviews, our YourWelcome digital welcome book includes a feature that allows guests to rank the home upon check-in. If a guest provides anything less than a 5-star rating, we take immediate action to address any concerns. Our goal is to ensure that every guest has a 5-star experience, and we proactively reach out to guests to resolve any issues.
How Owners Can Help
Share All Reviews:
We encourage owners to forward all guest reviews, both positive and critical, to our property management team. This ensures that we have a comprehensive understanding of the guest experience and can take appropriate action to address any issues.
Timely Submission:
Promptly forwarding guest reviews allows us to respond promptly to feedback, whether it requires immediate action or serves as a source of motivation for our team. Owners are encouraged to share reviews as soon as they are received.
Support and Collaboration:
By working together to collect and analyse guest feedback, owners and property managers can create a collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Assisting Our Team:
Your reviews help our dedicated cleaning and inspection teams understand guest expectations and improve the quality of their work.
We also encourage you to share positive reviews with your cleaners. While it’s common to address negative feedback, acknowledging their hard work and dedication when things go well is equally important.
Team Meetings and Training:
Our Housekeeping Manager, Jessica, works tirelessly to train and lead our cleaning teams. Your reviews provide essential insights that enable us to continually improve, especially in these demanding times.
Your feedback is instrumental in our monthly team meetings, where we recognize outstanding cleaners and develop training materials to continuously enhance our services. This is particularly important in the current challenging market.
Bonus Rewards:
In a gesture of our gratitude, White Rose Villas has instituted a bonus program. Housekeepers who are recipients of 5-star reviews will have the opportunity to receive special bonuses. We deeply respect the demanding nature of their work and believe in recognizing and rewarding our dedicated team.
Where to Send Reviews
Please forward guest reviews to admin@whiterosevillas.com. Your prompt sharing of these reviews will contribute to our collective effort to maintain and elevate our standards.
We acknowledge that not all owners may directly manage bookings, but we genuinely appreciate your feedback following your visits. Your input is invaluable in our quest to consistently meet and surpass expectations. Rest assured, we will continue to share guest reviews we receive with property owners.
Conclusion
At White Rose Villas, we believe that transparent communication and collaboration between owners and property managers are essential for achieving mutual success. By sharing all guest reviews, owners play a vital role in supporting our efforts to deliver outstanding service and maintain the property’s reputation. Together, we can create memorable experiences for guests and drive positive outcomes for our vacation rental business.
Thank you for your cooperation and ongoing partnership. We look forward to receiving your valuable guest reviews and working together to maintain our reputation for excellence.
Need more information?
Please get in touch. We’re always happy to help and answer your questions.
Find out more about how White Rose Villas is using YourWelcome, a digital welcome book service, to offer a five-star service to guests.
Most of you are already using YourWelcome.
If you aren’t, let me explain: YourWelcome is the leading digital guidebook platform offering a premium solution across entire guest journeys.
Getting important feedback at check-in
One of the most useful features from a property management point of view is the feature that allows guests to rank the home upon check-in.
If a guest provides anything less than a 5-star rating, we take immediate action to address any concerns. The digital notification we receive enables us to ensure that our guests are happy on arrival.
If the review highlights any issues, we can act fact to take remedial action.
Early reviews ensure fast action
Our goal is to ensure that every guest has a 5-star experience, and we proactively reach out to guests to resolve any issues.
Our fast response doesn’t only benefit the guest. It also helps you because it protects the ratings and reviews the guest is likely to give your home at checkout. If a customer complaint is handled well, it will earn you trust and a better overall review.
Guest management made easy
YourWelcome offers a number of brilliant features for you and your guests:
- Digital Guidebook
- Contactless check-in, guest surveys & video property guides
- Fully customisable guest check in
- Reduce guest queries with video or text property guides
- Chat directly to guests via the tablet
It also helps you collect guest reviews and will be an important part of our ratings and reviews analysis moving forward.
Why choose YourWelcome?
YourWelcome is more than a digital guide. It’s your secret weapon for creating unforgettable guest experiences while boosting your property’s revenue potential.
Here’s how:
- Seamless Guest Engagement: Provide guests with instant access to everything they need, from property details to local hotspots. Say goodbye to unnecessary enquiries with all-encompassing information at their fingertips.
- Tailored Recommendations: Make each stay unique by offering personalised recommendations based on local insights.
- Revolutionise Revenue: This is the exciting part: YourWelcome opens the door to additional revenue streams! Guests can effortlessly add extra services, covering the costs and even surpassing them. YourWelcome makes it easy for your guests to opt for a late check-out – enhancing their experience and contributing to your bottom line.
Why we’re introducing YourWelcome
Since the onset of COVID-19, guests have moved to preferring digital formats. This is great for homeowners because it saves you the cost and hassle of printing, updating and replacing physcial welcome books.
YourWelcome Digital Handbooks are insured and will be replaced free of charge in case of any mishap. This not only ensures cost-effectiveness but also provides peace of mind.
To bring YourWelcome to your vacation rental, we’re offering an exclusive annual subscription for $195 (normally $250). This investment covers ongoing support, updates, and the potential for remarkable increases in guest satisfaction and revenue.
During our trial period, we witnessed first hand how costs associated with the YourWelcome subscription were not just covered but exceeded by guests adding extra services.
The improved ease of management for you, the better experience for your guests, and the boost to revenue to your home all add up to a great solution which will positively impact on your property’s profitability.
Contact our team for more information
If you aren’t already using and benefiting from YourWelcome and you would like to give it a try, please get in touch and our team will be happy to assist.