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Christmas Town in Busch Gardens

Posted on July 27, 2012 by john

A recent article in Orlando Attractions Magazine says that Busch Gardens in Tampa will be celebrating the Christmas season in a big way. The event is called Christmas Town and will be the largest holiday celebration ever seen at Busch … Continue reading →

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Boktobefest at Bok Tower Gardens October20

Posted on July 26, 2012 by john

Ready for a unique fall celebration that includes a Biergarten, live entertainment, German food, craft and seasonal beers, tree climbing, face painting, pumpkin painting, prize drawings, and FREE ADMISSION? Then plan to be at Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales … Continue reading →

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Smithsonian Exhibit Coming to Polk Museum of Art

Posted on July 25, 2012 by john

“In Vibrant Color: Vintage Celebrity Portraits from the Harry Warnecke Studio” is coming to the Polk Museum of Art October 27 and is scheduled to run through January 12, 2013. The exhibit, organized by the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, is … Continue reading →

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Dali Museum on Most Beautiful List

Posted on July 23, 2012 by john

The Dali Museum in St. Petersburg has been named one of the 20 Most Beautiful Museums in the World by Flavorwire, a hip culture blog. According to an article in Tampa Bay Times,The Dali Museum was “singled out for its … Continue reading →

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Huge Expansion at Fun Spot Action Park

Posted on July 22, 2012 by john

A $40 million expansion plan over the next two-years will triple the size of this popular International Drive attraction in Orlando. The plan includes a water park, sky coaster, two new roller coasters, a food court, expanded arcade, and a … Continue reading →

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Iconic Tourist Attraction Plans for the Future

Posted on July 21, 2012 by john

Although attendance is not what it used to be, Marineland, Florida’s only theme park when it opened 74 years ago, is hoping to attract new tourists and bring back former fans with improvements being made by its owners, the Georgia … Continue reading →

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20th Marathon Weekend at Disney

Posted on July 20, 2012 by john

Marathon runners from around the world gather every January at Walt Disney World for the Disney Marathon Weekend. The Half Marathon will be held on Saturday, January 12, and the Marathon the following day. More information is available at http://espnwwos.disney.go.com/events/rundisney/wdw-marathon/.

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Star Wars is Coming to LegoLand: Fact or Fiction

Posted on July 19, 2012 by john

There is a rumor going around central Florida that Legoland will soon announce the expansion of the Miniland area to include a Star Wars universe similar to the one in Legoland California. No confirmation yet – so check back. We’ll … Continue reading →

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Top Award for Epcot Restaurant

Posted on July 18, 2012 by john

For the third year in a row, Epcot’s French restaurant – Bistro de Paris – has been named the best theme park restaurant in the world by the readers of the website ThemeParkinsider.com. Teppan Edo at Epcot and Mythos at … Continue reading →

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Richard Petty Driving Experience Now Available For Kids

Posted on July 17, 2012 by john

The Richard Petty Driving experience at the Walt Disney World Speedway is now offering Junior Ride-Alongs for children 6-13 years of age who are at least 48 inches in height. The three-lap experience provides a specially-designed passenger-side seat with protections … Continue reading →

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