Category Archives: Fun

Hot Air Balloon Rides

Posted on January 4, 2013 by john

There are lots of opportunities to experience a hot air balloon ride in central Florida. This website, http://www.blastvalve.com/Balloon_Rides/USA/Florida_Balloon_Rides/, lists 34 companies in Florida that offer these spectacular experiences  Many of them are in our area. “Would you like to ride in … Continue reading →

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Quilt Show at Central Florida Fairgrounds

Posted on December 28, 2012 by john

The Florida Cabin Fever Quilters Guild is sponsoring its biennial show at the Central Florida Fairgrounds on Friday and Saturday, February 1 & 2 from 9am to 5pm. Cash prizes and ribbons will be awarded in 11 categories and entry … Continue reading →

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Downtown Disney’s Splitsville Opens December 19

Posted on December 16, 2012 by john

The much-anticipated opening of Splitsville is just around the corner. The 30-lane up-scale bowling establishment opens on Wednesday, December 19. The two-level layout offers more than just bowling with five bars, two sushi bars, pool tables, outdoor patio dining, live music, … Continue reading →

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Orlando Citrus Parade is December 29

Posted on December 10, 2012 by john

This annual tradition in Orlando will kick off at 10am on December 29 with track star and Olympic gold medalist Justin Gatlin serving as the Grand Marshall. The parade features signature floats created from Florida citrus fruit and marching bands … Continue reading →

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Central Florida Christmas Events Listed

Posted on December 1, 2012 by john

A recent article in the Orlando Sentinel listed the upcoming Christmas events in the area. This is a great resource for seeking holiday events beyond the usual. Follow this link to see the entire schedule: http://www.orlandosentinel.com/entertainment/os-countdown-to-christmas-orlando-20121129,0,4020813,full.story

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Fun Spot Honored by Association

Posted on November 30, 2012 by john

The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA)  has named Orlando’s Fun Spot America the top family entertainment center in North America. Funspot has previously been recognized twice by IAAPA for its advertising programs. http://www.funspotattractions.com/index/index.php Other local award winners … Continue reading →

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Mary Poppins is Coming to Orlando

Posted on November 20, 2012 by john

The Hit Broadway musical, Mary Poppins, is coming to the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre in Orlando January 8-13, 2013, and tickets are now on sale at http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/220048EDA8714F6A?artistid=1320016&majorcatid=10002&minorcatid=207. Photo by Andreas Praefcke (Own work (own photograph)) [GFDL (http://www.gnu.org/copyleft/fdl.html) or CC-BY-3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)], … Continue reading →

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Tickets Available Now For Robin Williams Performance

Posted on November 18, 2012 by john

Tickets are now on sale for “An Evening of Sit Down Comedy” with Robin Williams and David Steinberg at the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre in Orlando scheduled for January 30, 2013. http://www.orlando-theatre.com/theaters/bob-carr-performing-arts-centre/robin-williams-david-steinberg.php Photo by Steve Jurvetson from Menlo Park, … Continue reading →

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Fun Spot America Expansion Update

Posted on November 8, 2012 by john

Fun Spot America on International Drive in Orlanda has released more information about its $25 million expansion program. White Lightning, a 2000-foot-long wooden roller coaster will be constructed along two sides of the property with an 80-foot rise. Top speed … Continue reading →

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“Titanic The Experience” – an I-Drive Favorite

Posted on October 3, 2012 by john

“Titanic The Experience” was voted the 2012 best attraction upgrade on International Drive by Orlando Weekly. The re-designed attraction offers 10 full-size reproductions, 100 new artifacts and 400 historic treasures. The exhibition is open daily from 10am to 8pm with … Continue reading →

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