Buy three nights get two free at Universal Orlando

Universal Orlando Resort has created a special package for families to enjoy highly-entertaining theme park thrills, hotel accommodations and great value.

Through Universal Orlando's latest offer — 2 Nights Free — when families book three nights of accommodations at a hotel near Universal and unlimited admission to both Universal Orlando theme parks, they'll get two more nights free. A stay at a hotel near Universal also includes complimentary transportation to and from Universal's theme parks.

Packages begin at $689 - or less than $35 per-person, per-night for a family of four. Families have until January 31 to book for travel that can begin immediately and run through June 27, 2009.

Families can upgrade to one of three on-site AAA Four-Diamond hotels at Universal including Loews Royal Pacific Resort, Hard Rock Hotel and Loews Portofino Bay Hotel. Upgrades start at $1,144 - or less than $58 per-person, per-night - and come with all the advantages of staying on-site, including complimentary Universal Express access, which allows guests to skip the regular lines at most theme park attractions.

The 2 Nights FREE offer includes the chance for families to experience everything two great theme parks - Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure - have to offer, including mega-attractions and rides based on pop culture and entertainment icons, including "The Simpsons Ride," "Revenge of the Mummy - The Ride," "The Incredible Hulk Coaster," "The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man" and "Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit," the most technologically advanced roller coaster in the world, scheduled to open in spring 2009.

Families wanting longer stays can also book a four-night package and receive an additional three nights free - including unlimited admission to both Universal Orlando theme parks - beginning at $789 for a family of four staying at a hotel near Universal and $1,271 for a family of four staying at an on-site Universal hotel.

All rates are valid for booking through January 31, 2009 and travel now through June 27, 2009. Those who travel before March 31, 2009 get a Universal Orlando Savings Guide worth $150 in shopping and dining discounts. More information about the travel packages, including some restrictions, is available at .