Why are there so Regal Palms many websites? What's the best way to book?

If you've been looking into a stay at Regal Palms, you probably went online to learn more. You probably found about a zillion different websites, and chances are, you're a bit confused about the resort and how to book a three- or four-bedroom townhouse. We'd like to explain so that you can have utmost confidence about your decision to stay Regal Palms--and can make an informed choice about how to book.

First, Regal Palms Resort is what's known as a "condotel." It's like a hotel in that there's a 24-by-7 check-in desk, a central pool, a restaurant and bar, and on-site housekeeping and maintenance personnel. And it's like a bunch of condominiums in that the units themselves--the townhouses--are individually owned properties. (Adding to the confusion: The resort also includes about 100 timeshare units, which are managed through Consolidated Resorts.)

When you want to book a townhouse, you can either contact the resort or an online service (Expedia, Travelocity, and the like) as you would a hotel, or you can identify owners and work directly with them. Either way, Regal Palms is a great place to stay.

Even so, there are a couple of important advantages to working with an owner. The first advantage: location. When you work with an owner, you can find out exactly where the unit is located in the complex. Since there are 400+ units in the community, some townhouses are considerably closer to the pool and clubhouse than others.

The second advantage: extras. When you work with an owner, you'll know exactly what to expect in your unit. A "standard" unit has just two TV sets--one in the great room and one in the upstairs master. But many owners--including Steve and me--have chosen to add more TVs, along with DVDs and other "extras." Since purchasing our unit in 2005, we've had lots of guests book directly with us, and many call us back when they're ready to return to the Orlando area.

If you're ready to book a trip, visit our website to check our availability, and then give us a call at 1-888-353-6660. We're also part of a group of private owners, so we can refer you to other conscientious owners if our unit is booked or if you need more than one townhouse.