Travel
June 9th, 2008
Upper Florida Keys - Warm water and a warm welcome await water enthusiasts at Island Sun Splash ‘08, slated for Tuesday through Saturday, June 10-14. Organized by the Upper Keys Association of Dive and Snorkel Operators, the event includes activities for everyone from expert divers to families visiting North America’s only living coral barrier reef for the first time.
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June 6th, 2008
Tampa, FL - Play late at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay during Summer Nights, when the adventure park offers extended hours, special entertainment and festive food and drink from June 6 through Aug. 17.
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June 2nd, 2008
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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June 1st, 2008
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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May 29th, 2008
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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May 27th, 2008
Key Largo, Florida Keys - A new $93-million Jewfish Creek Bridge, near the top of the Florida Keys Overseas Highway, opened Thursday helping enhance safety and scenic views for motorists.
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May 22nd, 2008
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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May 18th, 2008
Cocoa Beach, FL - The 20th annual Beach Fest, May 23-26, 2008 is expected to attract thousands of people to Cocoa Beach over the Memorial Day Weekend.
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May 17th, 2008
White Springs - The Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Division of Recreation and Parks is pleased to announce the 56th Annual Florida Folk Festival on May 23-25 at the Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park in White Springs.
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May 16th, 2008
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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May 7th, 2008
 Orlando, 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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May 3rd, 2008
 Florida Keys - Boasting more sportfishing records than any other destination, along with world-class diving and a rich literary and artistic community, the Florida Keys also offer an appealing variety of environmentally oriented eco-attractions.
Topping the list are the Florida Keys Wild Bird Center in Tavernier, Dolphin Research Center and the Turtle Hospital in the Middle Keys, the National Key Deer Refuge in the Lower Keys and the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center in Key West.
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April 30th, 2008
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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April 29th, 2008
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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April 26th, 2008
West Palm Beach, FL - Come celebrate the 26th anniversary of SunFest, Florida’s largest music and art festival. It’s a five day event, April 30-May 4, held along the beautiful intracoastal waterway in West Palm Beach. The festivities includes national, regional and local bands and recording artists on three different stages, more than 165 artists, food and beverages, and features one of the east coasts biggest fireworks shows, there are also three floating barges to enjoy. There will also be activities for the kids.
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