Category Archives: Beyond Orlando

Disney on Ice Coming to Lakeland

Posted on July 15, 2012 by john

Disney on Ice will present “Rockin’ Ever After” at the Lakeland Center at 7:30pm on August 31 and two shows, 3:30 and 7:30pm on September 1. Visit http://disney.go.com/disneyonice/  and http://www.thelakelandcenter.com/x_evt_dtl/18198.aspx for more information.

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It’s Time to Stomp the Grapes

Posted on July 14, 2012 by john

The 18th Annual Harvest Grape Stomp at Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards will be held on August 18 from 10am to 5pm and August 19 from 11am to 5pm. A $2 donation for the Boys and Girls Club includes continuous live … Continue reading →

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Air Show to Return to Daytona Beach

Posted on July 11, 2012 by john

Wings and Waves Air Show sponsored by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is returning to Daytona Beach on October 13 & 14. Among the featured performers are the USAF Thunderbirds and the Canadian Forces Snowbirds. The show will be presented along the … Continue reading →

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A Glimpse of a Bygone Era – the Edison & Ford Estates

Posted on July 10, 2012 by john

During the early 1900s, Thomas Edison and Henry Ford relaxed in adjoining winter estates in Fort Myers that are open to the public for a variety of tours through nine historic buildings, 20 acres of botanical gardens and the Estates … Continue reading →

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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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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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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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