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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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Golf Opportunities in Central Florida

Posted on June 30, 2012 by john

Planning on some golf during your Florida vacation? Well, you have lots of golf clubs and courses to select from. TouristFlorida.com provides us with an extensive and detailed list of local courses at http://www.touristflorida.com/golf.html.

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Red, Brick & Boom at Legoland July 4-7

Posted on June 29, 2012 by john

Legoland Florida will celebrate Indepence Day for four nights – July 4-7 – with a variety of activities that include a spectacular show that turns fireworks into exploding Lego bricks when using special viewing glasses. Other events include Backyard Games, … Continue reading →

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Do You Belong To D23?

Posted on June 28, 2012 by john

D23 is the Official Disney Fan Club and membership is open to anyone who loves all things Disney. The D stands for Disney and 23 represents 1923, the year that Walt Disney went to California to begin The Walt Disney … Continue reading →

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Bok Tower Gardens Offers Discovery Activities for Youngsters

Posted on June 27, 2012 by john

Discovery Days – Great Escapes, a literary escape into the Gardens, will be offered on select Wednesdays for children 6-12 at Bok Tower Gardens. The program will combine the wonders of children’s literature and nature. The schedule begins on July … Continue reading →

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50th Anniversary of Kennedy Space Center

Posted on June 26, 2012 by john

A variety of activities including discussion panels and a special concert by the Orlando Concert Band is being planned for the 50th anniversary of the Kennedy Space Center on Sunday, July 1. The full schedule is available at http://kennedyspacecenter.com/50-year-milestones.aspx?ic_campID=4&ic_pkw=GH_SummerBlastMA_June12.

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