Christmas Events
December 13th, 2007
By Kirby Collins
Last weekend I went to MGM Studios to experience the Christmas atmosphere and I was not disappointed.
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December 8th, 2007
Stars scheduled to appear in Emmy Award-winning special include Jessica Simpson, Miley Cyrus, Patti LaBelle, Josh Groban, cast from “High School Musical 2,” favorites from “Dancing with the Stars,” The Jonas Bros., Menudo, Katharine McPhee, Harlem Gospel Choir, and more!
Lake Buena Vista, FL - This winter, cozy up and get ready for the holidays — Disney style — as Disney Parks prepares to shine brighter than ever when many of today’s biggest stars gather on both coasts for the 24th annual “Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade.” On Dec. 25, hosts Regis Philbin and Kelly Ripa once again will lead the Emmy Award-winning holiday special from Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., and Ryan Seacrest will again host from Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif.
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December 2nd, 2007
By Kirby Collins
Christmas time in Florida is celebrated differently than our neighbors to the north. Since we don’t have snow, we have to be more creative and therefore tend to go overboard with light and holiday displays. We even have Christmas Boat Parades, where captains decorate their vessels with lights and everything from sleighs to small castles.
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December 2nd, 2007
Florida Keys, FL - Perhaps because the southernmost islands in the continental United States never have experienced a traditional white Christmas, or even a frost for that matter, businesses and organizations in the Florida Keys are extraordinarily enthusiastic to show their holiday spirit.
From Key Largo to Key West, the calendar is packed with events designed to spread holiday cheer — including a trio of festive lighted boat parades featuring vessels whose decorations range from traditional greenery to offbeat salutes to the season.
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November 26th, 2007
Orlando, FL - With one extra event date this year, World Showcase transforms into a splendor of international holiday traditions and storytelling from Nov. 23 through Dec. 30. Holiday icons who delight children around the globe — such as France’s Père Noël and Italy’s La Befana — make special appearances in their respective countries, while Santa Claus himself pays visits to The American Adventure. Guests can see holiday traditions and legends as they are observed around the world, with Hanukah and Kwanzaa customs also showcased.
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November 23rd, 2007
By Kirby Collins
Looking for that perfect Christmas gift for a loved one in the north hunkered down for winter? Or maybe you’re looking for the perfect gift for a Floridian who loves everything about the Sunshine State. Well you’re in luck, many Florida retailers have many unique gift ideas from Chocolate Alligators to Key Lime Pie for online shoppers to choose from. But don’t get mad at me when Aunt Rose gets jealous as she opens a box of Florida Citrus while she shivers in Michigan.
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November 23rd, 2007
Orlando, FL – This holiday season, jump aboard The Polar Express Experience at SeaWorld for a magical trip to the North Pole. Debuting Nov. 23 and continuing through Jan. 1, 2008, SeaWorld’s Wild Arctic transforms to a thrilling, never-before-experienced expedition to the fabled Santa Town.
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November 20th, 2007
Kissimmee, FL - The coldest spot in the United States this holiday season will likely be Central Florida, where temperatures are predicted to be 9 degrees Fahrenheit, through January 3rd.
This “cold front” of winter weather is part of a flurry of holiday fun at Gaylord Palms® Resort, located five minutes from Walt Disney World theme parks. At this landmark resort, visitors flock to a collection of “cold-weather” holiday activities, like ICE skating, and ICE!, Orlando’s coolest holiday attraction, hand-carved from nearly two million pounds of ice.
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November 18th, 2007
Orlando, FL – Just like the Grinch himself, guests’ hearts will grow three sizes this holiday season with the return of Grinchmas at Universal Orlando Resort. From December 7 through January 1, holiday celebrations are resort-wide across Universal Studios and Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Universal CityWalk and all three on-site Loews hotels.
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November 11th, 2007
 Lake Buena Vista, FL - Disney elves weave yuletide traditions and Christmas cheer to create a wintry wonderland throughout Walt Disney World Resort during the holiday season beginning in November and continuing through December. There are special events, sparkling sights and stirring sounds that treat the senses to the spirit of the season in all four Disney parks.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party comes with a winter-weather forecast guests can count on — a 100 percent chance of snow flurries on Main Street, U.S.A every night. And just in case the sight causes a chill: complimentary hot cocoa and cookies are served. Many popular Magic Kingdom attractions are open to guests.
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