Monthly Archives: July 2012

Freshwater Oasis is Open at Discovery Cove

Posted on July 8, 2012 by john

Discovery Cove in Orlando has announced the opening of its newest section – Freshwater Oasis. According to its website, the attraction features “wading adventures and face-to-face encounters with playful otters and curious marmosets.” Learn more about Freshwater Oasis at http://discoverycove.com/Explore/ExperienceDetail.aspx?name=freshwater+oasis.

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ATTENTION: All You “Swamp People” Fans

Posted on July 7, 2012 by john

RJ & Jay Paul from The TV show Swamp People will be in Lakeland on Friday & Saturday, July 13 & 14, as part of the Southern Trophy Hunters 9th Annual Big Buck Expo at Lakeland Center. The show is … Continue reading →

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Family Days at the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens

Posted on July 6, 2012 by john

Family Fun Days are offered at the Bonnet House Museum and Gardens on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays July through September from 10am to 4pm. Admission is free for children 12 and under and adults are half price for a … Continue reading →

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Disney World’s Be Our Guest Restaurant

Posted on July 5, 2012 by john

Want to be among the first to enjoy the Be Our Guest restaurant in the new Fantasyland? It’s based on the Beauty and the Beast film and will offer quick service during the day and table service in the evening. … Continue reading →

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Happy Independence Day!

Posted on July 4, 2012 by john
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Lots of Fishing Opportunities Nearby

Posted on July 3, 2012 by john

Here’s a handy guide to fishing opportunities in Kissimmee, home of Lake Tohopekaliga. Lake Toho is renowned for its bass fishing success. The Convention and Visitors Bureau provides this handy list of fishing guides.   http://www.visitkissimmee.com/leisure/things_to_do/outdoor_recreation/fishing?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=central%20florida%20fishing

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New NASA Tour Includes Launch Control Center

Posted on July 2, 2012 by john

It’s been more that 30 years since visitors were permitted inside the Launch Control Center at Kennedy Space Center. Now a special tour will do just that and it will be available through 2012. An article in Orlando Attractions Magazine … Continue reading →

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Victory Ship Museum in Tampa

Posted on July 1, 2012 by john

During World War II, the production of cargo ships called Victory ships was undertaken to replace shipping losses due to German submarine attacks. 531 Victory ships were built, contributing significantly to the war effort. Today, three remain as museums including … Continue reading →

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