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  • Swing Into Southern California Baseball Season

    Friday, June 04, 2010
    Step up to the plate for something new and different on your next Southern California vacation. In addition to Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, and Universal Studios, surprise your family with tickets to a Major League Baseball game. Southern California is a baseball fan's dream with three MLB ...
  • Universal Studios Hollywood: Summer 2010 Updates

    Tuesday, June 01, 2010
    Universal Studios Hollywood always has something new and exciting going on and this summer is no exception.  Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood movie experience- and a new, BIG attraction! First, go behind the scenes on the legendary Studio Tour to explore where Hollywood movies are made.  Experience...
  • Holiday Inn Anaheim and Beverly Garland Holiday Inn Visit Get Away Today

    Wednesday, March 31, 2010
    Today we were excited to have our contacts from the Holiday Inn Anaheim Resort, next to the Disneyland® Resort, and The Beverly Garland Holiday Inn Universal Studios visit our office! Vicki and Stella came to...
  • Be a VIP at Universal Studios Hollywood

    Tuesday, January 26, 2010
    I'm a film lover and when I had the chance to travel to Universal Studios Hollywood™, California several weeks ago I felt like a kid. All of the wonderful remnants of classic films such as Jaws, to fancy sports cars that blow up on command, to Wisteria Lane from the hit show Desperate Housewives, are visibly displayed on their popular...
  • Celebrate Universal Studios Hollywood's 13 Days of "Grinchmas"

    Thursday, December 10, 2009
    Celebrate the holidays with friends, family and you-know-who in Whoville! The 13 Days of Grinchmas is turning Universal Studios™ Hollywood into a winter Seuss wonderland. • Play in real snow at the Grinch’s playground. • Watch the glow on your kids' faces at the nightly tree lighting. •...
  • A "Perfect" Disneyland Package

    Friday, December 04, 2009
    We love when things go perfectly, and when you book with Get Away Today, most often, they do!  Here's what one family had to say about their Southern California vacation: "Just wanted to say "Thank you" for a perfect Disneyland package. We stayed 4 nights at Comfort Inn with 2-day Hopper Passes (we also did Universal...
  • Holiday Fun at Southern California Theme Parks

    Thursday, November 12, 2009
    We've already told you about The Merriest Place on Earth celebration that's going on during the Holidays at the Disneyland® Resort and SeaWorld's Holiday Celebration.  If you missed either of those blogs, just click on the above links to catch up.  For more holiday fun under the sun,  check out these top Southern California attractions...
  • New Summer Events and Attractions at Universal Studios Hollywood

    Thursday, July 02, 2009
    Universal Studios Hollywood™ is truly this summer's hot spot with new events and attractions throughout the Park.  In addition to Universal's most popular attractions like Jurassic Park-The Ride, Revenge of the Mummy-The Ride, and Shrek 4-D, you'll get to experience these latest and greatest additions to an already exhilarating park: Creature from the Black Lagoon:...
  • Our Last Day in Sunny Southern California

    Sunday, January 11, 2009
    For our seventh and final day in Southern California, we packed our things and said good-bye to the Disneyland® Resort.  We headed back up to Buena Park where we toured the Courtyard Buena Park and then the Holiday Inn Buena Park where we had a lovely breakfast.  Both of these properties offer incredibly comfortable accommodations in a very convenient location, especially for those looking to visit both the Disneyland® Resort, Knott’s Berry Farm, and even Knott’s...
  • Weekend Get Aways from Get Away Today

    Friday, December 05, 2008
    Want to take a vacation but feel like you don’t have the time? The key to a quick getaway is to research where to go and decide what to do once you’re there… before you go. Here are a few recommendations for a quick weekend getaway. Whether it be a fun-filled weekend with the kids, or a romantic getaway for two, these destinations are sure to have what you are looking for. ...
  • Universal Studios Hollywood Holidays!

    Thursday, November 20, 2008
    With Thanksgiving being a week from today, we wanted to remind everyone for the first time in its history, Universal Studios Hollywood will remain open on Thanksgiving and Christmas this year!  This allows your family to celebrate two of the year’s most traditional holidays at The Entertainment Capital of L.A.  Universal Studios Hollywood will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 pm. on Thanksgiving and 10:00 a.m. to...
  • Top Universal Studios Attractions According to Get Away Today

    Wednesday, October 22, 2008
    Here at Get Away Today, we pride ourselves on being true Southern California experts.  When we make recommendations for the area, we've been there ourselves.  One of our favorite places in So. Cal. is Universal Studios Hollywood™.  There is so much to see and do, and you really feel like you're part of the action.  We did a brief survey to see which of Universal Studios' attractions were our staff's top picks and here they are:  ...
  • Another Happy Guest

    Monday, October 20, 2008
    Hearing stories like this is what makes us at Get Away Today love what we do.  Sharing memories make them even more magical.  "This is my family at Universal Studios Hollywood, Ca. What a wonderful time we had! It was our first time all together at the park! What made it special too was our sister...
  • Universal Studios Announces New Holiday Hours!

    Thursday, October 16, 2008
    For the first time in its history, Universal Studios Hollywood will remain open on both Thanksgiving and Christmas day to offer families a chance to celebrate two of the year’s most traditional holidays at The Entertainment Capital of L.A.   Hours of operation will be 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 pm. on Thanksgiving and 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Christmas.  ...
  • Universal Studios Hollywood Summer Thrills

    Friday, August 08, 2008
    Step into your OWN summer blockbuster with a visit to Universal Studios Hollywood! With new attractions and electrifying entertainment, now is the perfect time to go! ...