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Wet ‘n Wild Summer Nights

June 11th, 2008

Disco H2O at Wet and Wild

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Orlando, FL - Wet ‘n Wild in Orlando is giving you a chance to enjoy your favorite Wet ‘n Wild rides at night. The park will be open daily from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. until Aug 15,  there’s also an afternoon discount ticket price of $19.95. Continue Reading »


Star Wars Weekends at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

June 2nd, 2008

Star Wars Weekends at Disney

Lake Buena Vista, FL - Guests of all ages can get into the Star Wars spirit during Star Wars Weekends, a family-friendly fan-fest scheduled for Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays June 6-29 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park.

With the Star Tours thrill attraction serving as the centerpiece of the celebration, the event fills Disney’s Hollywood Studios with more than 50 Star Wars characters from the entire saga, including the evil Sith Darth Vader and Darth Maul, Greedo, Queen Amidala, Anakin Skywalker, R2-D2, the loveable Wookiee Chewbacca, Twi’leks, Rodians and every hero, heroine, droid and villain in between. Jedi Mickey Mouse has even been known to make an appearance.

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CityWalk Entertainment Calendar for June 2008

June 1st, 2008

CityWalk

CityWalk, FL - During the month of June enjoy S.O.B. Fridays at Pat O’Brien’s. Orlando CityWalk is an eclectic collection of themed restaurants, nightclubs, specialty shops and a 20-screen movie theatre, Universal CityWalk is Orlando’s hottest spot for entertainment, boasting the biggest names in live music, dining, dancing, movies and more.

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Toy Story Mania! Opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

May 29th, 2008

Toy Story Mania! at Hollywood Studios

Lake Buena Vista, FL - Walt Disney World guests start donning 3-D glasses and entering a wild and wooly 4-D world of Woody, Buzz and other favorite “Toy Story” characters when Toy Story Mania! makes its grand premiere May 31 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. As part of Disney’s “Year of a Million Dreams,” the attraction will also debut on the West Coast, with a scheduled opening in Disney’s California Adventure at Disneyland Resort June 17.

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Things To Do at Disney World for Summer 2008

May 22nd, 2008

Block Party Bash at Disney World

Lake Buena Vista, FL - Walt Disney World Resort unwraps a toy chest full of fun for summer 2008 with a new toy-themed street extravaganza plus a breakthrough attraction putting guests in a joyous, midway-themed romp among the characters of the “Toy Story” films.

With a series of special events also sprinkled throughout the period from May through August — plus the continuation of Disney’s “Year of a Million Dreams” — it adds up to an unforgettable summer at the Florida Vacation Kingdom.

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The Simpsons Ride Officially Opens at Universal Studios Orlando

May 16th, 2008

Simpson Ride

Orlando, FL - You’ve seen the show, played The Game, watched The Movie.  And now, yes, it’s finally here.  You can ride – The Simpsons Ride.
 
America’s favorite animated family has arrived in Orlando – with their very own mega-attraction.  The Simpsons Ride officially opened today at Universal Orlando Resort.  The new attraction plants guests smack in the middle of a brand-new Simpsons adventure – a ride adventure so big, so funny and so thrilling it’s no surprise it took years to make.

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Wet ‘n Wild Re-Launches THE BLACK HOLE

May 7th, 2008

THE BLACK HOLEOrlando, FL-  Wet ‘n Wild - Orlando showcases the latest advances in  technology with the dramatic new  upgrade of one of its most popular rides. The one-of-a-kind attraction, THE BLACK HOLE™: The Next Generation, will re-launch May, 2008.

Experience an explosion of pulsating lights, dynamic effects and cosmic energy on THE BLACK HOLE™: The Next Generation, as your two-person hydra capsule blasts off to new out-of-this-world thrills! Your space adventure is programmed especially for you, and you will encounter unique and different experiences with each journey.   

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CityWalk Entertainment Calendar for May 2008

April 30th, 2008

CityWalk

CityWalk, FL - During the month of May enjoy the Annual Bob Marley Reggae Fest and if the mood strikes you to sing “I Shot the Sheriff”, head over to the Rising Star where you can be backed by a live band and back-up singers as this new karaoke club is now open. CityWalk is an eclectic collection of themed restaurants, nightclubs, specialty shops and a 20-screen movie theatre, Universal CityWalk is Orlando’s hottest spot for entertainment, boasting the biggest names in live music, dining, dancing, movies and more.

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The Simpsons Ride Opens at Universal Studios

April 29th, 2008

The Simpsons Ride

Orlando, FL – Universal Studios has opened the Simpsons Ride based on all the characters you love from the show. Join Homer and the family on their misadventures as they head out to spend the day at the fictional Krustyland amusement park.

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Block Party Bash at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Orlando

April 3rd, 2008

Block Party Bash at Hollywood Studios

Lake Buena Vista, FL - “The Year of A Million Dreams” rocks on at Walt Disney World Resort with “Block Party Bash,” a funtastic new traveling show featuring favorite Disney-Pixar characters. The high-energy extravaganza cranks up the music and excitement to the max, putting Disney’s Hollywood Studios guests in the middle of the wildest Disney spectacle ever – a non-stop musical block party that doubles as a fun-filled interactive street spectacular.

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CityWalk Entertainment Calendar for April 2008

March 31st, 2008

CityWalk

CityWalk, FL - New Orleans style fun continues during Mardi Gras at CityWalk through April 19, featuring an elaborate parade, hundreds of costumed characters, tons of souvenir beads, Cajun cuisine, and live performances by top-name talent. CityWalk is an eclectic collection of themed restaurants, nightclubs, specialty shops and a 20-screen movie theatre, Universal CityWalk is Orlando’s hottest spot for entertainment, boasting the biggest names in live music, dining, dancing, movies and more.

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Epcot Flower Power Concerts bring Groovy Vibes from 22 Hit Makers of the 60s and 70s

March 16th, 2008

The Guess Who ‘American Woman’ Epcot Flower Power Concerts

Lake Buena Vista, FL - The Searchers, The Ventures and The Cowsills join other new and returning hit makers to strike nostalgic notes during the Flower Power concert series March 19-June 1 at the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival in Walt Disney World Resort.

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Seaworld Opens Aquatica Waterpark in Orlando

February 28th, 2008

Aquatica Water Park

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Orlando, FL - Rising up in Orlando is a whimsical, one-of-a-kind water park only SeaWorld could create – Aquatica. Opening March 2008, Aquatica blends up close animal experiences, waters from serene to extreme, high-speed thrillsand wide, sandy beaches.

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Florida Strawberry Festival Feb 28 - Mar 9 in Plant City

February 26th, 2008

Strawberries

Plant City, FL - The Florida Strawberry Festival will kick-off the 2008 season on Feb. 28. In order to ring in the new season right, the festival will offer great discounts and great musical entertainment.

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Tradition Continues At Universal Studios Mardi Gras With Top New Orleans’s Talent Through Apr 19

February 15th, 2008

Mardi Gras Universal Studios

Orlando, FL – Mardi Gras 2008 pays tribute to New Orleans’ musicians with must see performances from the hottest bands in Blues, Jazz and Zydeco music. Inspired by traditional Creole music, these bands are known to deliver soulful sounds with a Cajun flare and this year’s talent promises not to disappoint. The talent will perform in the “French Quarter” as part of an authentic annual celebration of New Orleans’ music, culture and cuisine.

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