Staying at the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel is a fantastic way to experience Orlando. From unparalleled value-driven ticket offers and vacation packages to exciting, new entertainment, Universal Orlando Resort is the hottest way to stay cool this summer.

Universal Orlando Resort has created some of the world's most innovative theme park attractions based on pop culture's most compelling films and stories. Guests experience two exciting theme parks - Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure as well as Universal City Walk, a 30- acre restaurant, shopping and nighttime entertainment complex; and three magnificently themed on-site Loews hotels - the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel and the Loews Royal Pacific Resort.

Just the word Portofino invokes thoughts of a moonlit bay nestled on the Riviera. Indeed, the quaint Ligurian fishing village that became a favorite getaway for Europe's rich and famous also became the inspiration for Loews Portofino Bay Hotel.

Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando. Complete with cobblestone streets and sidewalk cafes, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel became the first on-site Loews Hotel at Universal Orlando in 1999. The idea was born when film producer Steven Spielberg, who was a consultant for Universal's Islands of Adventure Theme Park, suggested an authentic re-creation of the Italian seaside village of Portofino. Designers took every detail and facet into consideration during the construction phase. As you approach the hotel, the winding road is lined with grapevines and wine barrels, evoking a drive through Italy's wine region. Artists who painted the exteriors of our buildings used the same elaborate painting technique, trompe l'oeil, used hundreds of years ago in Italian fishing villages. An elaborate dome, marble floors and elegant furnishings imbue the hotel with the ambiance and romantic harborage of the Mediterranean.

The result is a stunning recreation of Portofino, Italy in an imaginative setting. Guests can enjoy the services of a world-class spa and some of the best Italian dining this side of the Mediterranean. By combining the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of Italy, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel leaves guests saying, "Magnifico!"

Fun, Fun, Fun at the Hard Rock Hotel Loews Royal Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando immerses guests in all the tropical enchantment of the South Pacific - without the need to travel halfway around the world.

Like a private island retreat, Loews Royal Pacific Resort offers relaxation and beauty everywhere. Guests approaching the hotel pass a towering bamboo forest and authentic Kul-Kul tower, a Balinese structure used to celebrate special occasions. They cross a bamboo bridge spanning a gently flowing stream from which they can gaze at dense tropical foliage and dramatically tiered landscaping. Once across the bridge, they are transported into a world filled with hundreds of brilliantly colored orchids, exotically shaped palm trees, hand-carved stone statues and hand-carved, hand-painted wood and canvas panels from remote island villages.

The ultimate experience: "The Simpsons Ride" Situated on a dramatic 53-acre site, this world-class resort captivates guests with its unique design, exotic charm, elaborate landscaping, waterfalls and lagoons.

It is one of the few "real" things in a city of make-believe. Not only wi1l guests have to see it to believe it, they'll have to "hear" it as well. Indeed, since the Hard Rock Hotel was unveiled in the heart of the world's most popular tourist destination, it bears a most unique trait in this Florida mecca of themed entertainment. Everything about it is genuine. The real article for the eyes and ears. .

From the world's most valuable collection of rock memorabilia, to original paintings by famed performers, to the seamless aural experience by the music world's most popular artists throughout the grounds - Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando is like no other hotel experience anywhere.

Seuss Landing: Where the beloved book of Dr. Seuss spring to life. Flagship experiences featured in the theme parks include "The Simpsons Ride," "Revenge of the Mummy - The Ride," "The Incredible Hulk Coaster" and "The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man."

New this summer is

"The Simpsons Ride" at Universal Studios - recently voted "Best" New Theme Park Attraction" for 2008 by Theme Park Insider.com. The new mega-attraction showcases everything the popular television series has made famous and that Simpsons fans love - a great story, humor and irreverence that are pure Simpsons with original animation starring many of the show's instantly recognizable characters, voiced by the original actors.

Universal Orlando Resort is providing great family value this summer with new vacation offers designed to provide savings, such as the Stay 4, Play More package, which gives guests a chance to enjoy all of the exciting resort-wide entertainment options. See

UniversalOrlando.com for a complete list of summer ticket and hotel offers and details, some restrictions apply.

Summer Value Offers

- Early Bird Unlimited Ticket - Get up to 7 days admission to both parks for $89.99 (plus tax) when purchased online 2 days in advance.

Stay 4, Play More Package - Stay close to the action for 4 nights at one of three on-site Loews Hotels: Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel and Loews Royal Pacific Resort. Two 2- Park Unlimited Admission tickets for both parks; Admission to all Universal CityWalk venues; Complimentary Universal Express ride access to skip the regular theme park lines.

Universal Orlando's theme parks, entertainment complex and on-site hotels are all conveniently located within a short walk or water taxi ride away from each other, so there is no need to worry about buses, trams or multiple parking lots. Plus, on-site hotel guests receive free Universal Express ride access allowing them to beat the heat and skip the regular lines at their favorite attractions at both theme parks just by presenting their valid hotel room key. Visit

UniversalOrlando.com today to book your ultimate summer vacation.

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www.universalorlando.com.