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Enjoy a KidDilly Christmas at Hershey Park’s Candylane – Special Savings
The KidDilly Team has solidified your discounted admission and/or overnight stay so you and your family can enjoy the Magic of Christmas at Hershy Park’s Candylane.
With a million twinkling lights, rides for all ages, festive decorations, and Hershey’s Product Characters decked out in their holiday best, there is something for all to enjoy!
Visit Santa and his famous reindeer, sing-along at the Christmas show, and browse the quaint village shops for unique gift ideas.
Christmas Candylane features many attractions for guests of all ages including over 30 rides including the family-favorite, Twilight Express, and “A Music Box Christmas Show.”
Join KidDilly and families from around Northeast PA on December 12, 2009 and enjoy our $8.95 group rate for guests ages 3+ on park admission (children under 3 are free).
For an additional charge, enjoy Breakfast with Santa with us (details to follow — the hot cocoa at this event alone is worth it).
We also have your discount for the amazing Sweet Lights holiday light spectacular in the evening at $18/carload.
KidDilly will accept invitations through November 2. You can either pick up your tickets at one of two centralized designated meeting spots in November (for Sesame Place, we used Borders Books in Dickson City).
OR, for orders under 8 – have them mailed, at your own risk – to your home (Although it’s never happened before KidDilly can’t be held responsible for tickets lost in the mail).
To secure your spot, KidDilly Network Members should:
1. Reply to this discussion on the Discussion Board and let us know you’re coming (including head count and number of kids under 12 — each will recieve a KidDilly gift).
2. Mail a check for $8.95 x the number of people over 3 who will attend PLUS $18 a carload (optional) if you will require admission into the Sweet Lights Spectacular. Checks may be made payable to Allison Wasko, and sent to 106 Stone Ave, Clarks Summit, PA 18444. ALSO, be sure to indicate if you are interested in Breakfast wtih Santa admission (seats are limited) and a number to contact you with more information.
3. Include a self-addressed, stamped (SASE) if you have an order under 8 and would like it mailed to you.
4. If you plan to pick up your tickets in November at the designated meeting spot, please include a quick note with your phone number and email address.
Park is open from 12 PM – 10 PM. Participating families will have tickets in hand weeks in advance of the event and therefore, the freedom to visit during the hours that work best for them.
Details for the KidDilly Breakfast with Santa to soon follow.
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10 rooms have been blocked off at reduced KidDilly rates at the Hotel Hershey ($279 + tax as opposed to traditional rate of $329 + tax) and 20 rooms have been reserved for KidDilly at the Hershey Lodge ($189 + tax as opposed to the traditional rate of $229 + tax) December 12-13, 2009.Rooms accomidate two adults and two children (there are no cots or roll out beds available).
Families wishing to stay the night will be given special rates on Hershey Attractions through the conscierge (separate from the above offer, although those rates aren’t available today) and do not need to reserve reservations at the above group rate – just reserve your room through the hotel of your choosing.
BEGINING TUESDAY 10/20, you may call Central Reservations at 1-800-533-3131 and mention the “KidDilly” block to get the special rates.
There will be spa services available at the Chocolate Spa on Sunday, December 13 (a nice holiday gift to yourself). Book early (when you reserve your room) for best appointment times – they fill up fast.
For more information:
Hershey Lodge : http://www.hersheylodge.com/
Hotel Hershey: http://www.thehotelhershey.com/
Chocolate Spa: http://www.chocolatespa.com/
Hershey Lights starts at 5 PM and is open until 11 PM on 12/12.
Hope to see you in Hershey!
The Magic of Woodloch
Buried deep within an emerald green forest, in a secluded area of the charming Pennsylvania town of Hawley, my family and I found the most unexpected treasure!
No, it wasn’t a heap of gold and gems, but something far better – Woodloch Resort.
Woodloch Resort is a family destination in the pristine Pocono Mountains committed to a tradition of excellence and hospitality. Nestled on sparkling Lake Teedyuskung, surrounded by majestic Hemlocks, the minute we arrived, we knew we found something special.
But don’t expect to see more than a photo or two of us sitting in lounge chairs admiring the breathtaking views; we were much too busy having the time of our lives and experiencing a wonderful vacation together, laughing, playing, and making invaluable memories.
“I like to call it the ‘Magic of Woodloch,” explained Laurie McEvory, Woodloch staff member. “It’s the whole Woodloch package. Woodloch Resort is specifically designed so parents have as much fun as their kids.”
Perhaps the ideal resort. Woodloch was named “Among the World’s Best All-Inclusive Resorts” by Family Circle Magazine. It truly is a triple threat – unmatched hospitality; remarkable amenities and accommodations; and incredible food. No other family resort can come close to comparing.
All for Fun, Fun for All
Each day brings a slew of new, exciting activities for people of every age and background. In fact, there are so many things to do; guests need a daily pamphlet to keep track of it all. The staff takes pride in presenting exceptional activities for their guests to enjoy. From the Island Day Carnival to the Island Olympics, game shows, scavenger hunts, petting zoos, pony rides, hay rides and special summertime cookouts, weekends at Woodloch are simply packed with the delightful and exciting things to do.
When we weren’t participating in the specially scheduled events, we were taking advantage of all the resort has to offer.
We were blown away by the incredible indoor/outdoor kids’ splash pools, and beautiful swim facilities. In addition to swimming, my children really enjoyed the three-level padded play gym, known at the resort as “Woodloch Forrest.”
We played several rounds of mini-golf, shopped in all three gift shops, checked out the go carts, bumper boats and paddle boats, and engaged in some creative expression in the children’s arts and crafts room. And that doesn’t even begin to scratch the surface on the many possibilities for Woodloch fun.
As an extra service, spa enthusiasts can escape, relax and renew at the Lodge at Woodloch, an award winning, world-class destination spa. A complete menu of services and prices is available at check-in.
Golf fanatics will love Woodloch Springs, a gorgeous 18-hole golf course, driving rage and pro shop, just a short drive from the resort. Tee times may be booked by guests at an additional charge. Rental clubs are available, and so are private lessons from Golf Pro, John Pillar, recently named by Golf Pro Magazine as one of the “Top 50 Golf Instructors for Kids.”
And parents find themselves simply delighted by the fact that responsible babysitters are available so they can attend a show after dinner as a couple and enjoy cocktails and a dance party in the Night Club and North Lodge.
And just when we thought it couldn’t get any better, an breathtaking fireworks display ended our first day at the resort.
Did I Mention the Food?
With a bakery on site and a variety of entrees to choose from, dinning at Woodloch is simply divine. From breakfast to dinner, meals are served family-style in a classic American manner. Wednesdays and Saturdays bring Woodloch’s famous “Theme Dinners”, which, in addition to providing great photo opportunities, proves to be an absolute blast for every member of the family. The menu features something for every palate, and there’s a great kids’ selection with very kid-friendly options.
Definitely leave room for dessert; although, I’m sure most will agree, this is not easy with the copious servings presented to guests.
Accommodations
Woodloch Pines resort offers something for every budget. Guests can book accommodations ranging from rustic and charming rooms, to full-out luxury guest homes. Some packages offer a meal plan, featuring Woodloch’s famous Theme Dinners and marvelous cuisine.
Love at First Site
Woodloch Resort is an incredible destination for families. The laughs and memories we shared will last a lifetime. My only complaint is that we couldn’t stay longer. We have to work, after all.
Luckily, however, I am one to learn from life’s disappointments. I will be sure to book my next stay at Woodloch Resort for an extended period of time. Although, I suspect that parting with Woodloch might be all the more difficult then.
Woodloch Pines is a Double Dilly!!
Links
http://woodlochpines.com/home/
http://woodlochpines.com/home/exceptionaloffer.aspx?id=48
