“It’s not a thrill ride,” said Dan LeBlanc, chief operating officer of the Visitor Complex. “You won’t be dodging asteroids or battling any aliens. We have worked hard to ensure that it is as close as you can be to simulating the reality of a Space Shuttle launch within the confines of Earth’s gravity.”
Orlando’s popular Gatorland has always drawn visitors to its 110 acre site with the promise of up close encounters with its primary inhabitants. Now there are four more reasons to spend some time at the “Alligator Capital of the World” – four of the world’s largest white leucistic alligators.
These striking blue-eyed creatures are each over 10 feet in length and weigh over 800 pounds. They are on display in a special exhibit space that allows visitors to (safely) get within a few feet for an unbelievable view of these extremely rare animals. Originally discovered in a Louisiana swamp, the white alligators were collected as babies before the liability of their lack of pigment caught up with them.
In addition to its newest residents, Gatorland has thousands of alligators and crocodiles. It also features an aviary, a nature walk, a petting zoo, rides, a restaurant, a Gator Wrestlin’ Show, and more. Now in its 60th year, admission to Gatorland is included as part of the Go Orlando Card. So stop by on your next visit to Orlando for a fascinating and fun experience.
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The Atlanta Braves’ 2009 spring training schedule features an 18-game home schedule at Champions Stadium within Disney’s Wide World of Sports complex in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Conveniently located near many Orlando area attractions and hotels (many offering great deals), this is a great family friendly complex which makes for a great way to spend an afternoon or evening.
The Braves are entering a dozen seasons of spring training baseball at the 200-acre sports complex at Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando. The Atlanta Braves will host several opponents in 2009, including visits from the New York Yankees, Boston Red Sox, New York Mets and World Series champion Philadelphia Phillies. After two weeks of workouts, the Braves will plan an 18-game home schedule that includes two World Baseball Classic Exhibition games featuring Panama (March 3) and Venezuela (March 5), as well as a pair of contest against the Yankees and Mets. For ticket information visit www.atlantabraves.com or call 407-839-3900.
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Hey everyone, I’m beginning to upload videos all over the internet about the Go Card. You can find them on Youtube, Flickr, and other popular sites. We’re no going to make you scour the web, though. I’ll post them right here! Check out this first one about Fun Spot Action Park.
We had a couple of videos sent to us from them: a standard promotional video, and a blooper reel. I decided to combine the two to reflect the fun attitude of the attraction itself. Leave a comment if you like it!
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Earth Day is coming up on April 22, and these days it seems like everyone in the travel industry is buzzing about ways to make vacations more eco-friendly. The City of Orlando is also concerned about environmental conservation, so late last year they launched an initiative called Green Works Orlando. The plan calls for increasing the number of trees and green spaces in Orlando, investing in green buildings, and conserving natural resources.
This Earth Day, why not visit some of the Orlando attractions that let you experience nature first-hand. From animal petting zoos to rides along the Florida everglades, here are some of our picks.
Silver Springs Nature Park features glass bottom boats, giving passengers unrivaled views of marine life in the Silver River. Other highlights include the Big Gator Lagoon, Panther Prowl, and other animal exhibits.
Gatorland is a 110-acre theme park and wildlife preserve. The park opened in 1949 and continues to provide inexpensive family fun with educational wildlife programs, one-of-a-kind reptilian shows, and more.
Green Meadows Petting Farm offers a two-hour guided farm tour aimed at teaching children and adults about farm life. Kids have the chance to milk a cow and touch pigs, turkeys, chickens, ducks, and more.
Boggy Creak Airport Rides takes visitors deep into the Everglades to discover parts of Florida that remain untouched by man. The half hour airport ride is led by a certified U.S. Coast Guard captain and features views of turtles, bird, and other animals in their natural environment.
Florida Eco-Safaris at Forever Florida covers 3,200 acres of pristine Floridian wildernes, along with the 1,500-acres Crescent J Ranch. Visitors experience life as a Florida pioneer with horseback safaris, nature trails, pony rides, a petting zoo, and more.
Anything we’ve missed? Leave a comment and let us know!
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What could be better than a trip to a water park on a hot Florida day? How about a trip to a water park that’s included with the Go Orlando Card? That’s right - we’ve added Wet ‘n Wild Orlando as a bonus offer when you buy a 3, 5 or 7-day card. You can boogie to hits from the 70s at Disco H20, take a relaxing ride through waterfalls on the Lazy River, or cool off with a refreshing water ride on The Blast. Your bonus offer includes free admission and one free tube rental.
We all know that Florida is swamped with Spring Breakers this time of the year, but it can also be a great time for your family to take a break as well! Ignore the throngs of crazy collegiates, grab a Go Orlando Card, and check out this listing of new attractions open just in time for spring, as well as other Orlando fun that’s sure to please the whole family.
There’s Sea World’s new park, Aquatica, the new Simpsons ride at Universal Studios, Busch Gardens Africa, and the continuation of Disney’s Year of a Million Dreams. Plenty of your favorite attractions are having special spring events, including “Hippity Hop Adventure” at the Central Florida Zoo, great shows at the Orlando Shakespeare Theatre, and NBA playoff battles at the Amway Arena.
Happy spring to you and your family!
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WonderWorks will celebrate its’ 10th anniversary in Orlando on Tuesday, March 4. All month long, visitors will be eligible to win their share of $10,000 in prizes. Florida Residents receive a rate of $10.00 ( +tax) per person for WonderWorks general admission after 1:00PM on March 4th ONLY. (Of course, Go Orlando Card users get included admission daily, so visitors needn’t feel left out.)
This interactive theme park for the mind features an earthquake simulator, you can attempt to land the Space Shuttle or play one of the many virtual sports. There is a “bubble lab” for the kids or try you hand at some Lazer tag. WonderWorks is also home to the Outta Control Magic and Comedy Show featuring unlimited pizza, salad, beer, wine, soda and popcorn. The show runs twice nightly at 6 and 8pm.
You can’t miss this place-it’s the giant white upside down building on International Drive near the Orlando County Convention Center and next to Pointe Orlando.
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There’s over 75 specialty shops, from surf shops to beach wear, along with caricature artists to draw you a personalized souvenir to take home. Dine on fish and chips or classic hamburgers, and then grab a cone or sundae from Old Town Ice Cream Company.
Old Town also is home to many weekly and monthly special events. You can check out the full calendar and guide, which ranges from Thursday Bike Nite to Latin Sundays.
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For those who are visiting family or vacationing in the Orlando area for the holidays, we’ve compiled s a list of attractions that will be open on both Christmas and New Year’s Day to keep you busy.
For the odd, outrageous, and fun, head over to the Ripley’s Believe It or Not “Odditorium”. There’s a shrunken head, an Egyptian mummy, and even a dinosaur exhibit to check out.
Dubbed an “amusement park for the mind,” WonderWorks is a great way to spend the day. There’s over 100 interactive exhibits that will astound and delight both children and adults.
At Silver Springs Nature Park, “Florida’s Original Attraction,” experience the wonder of their famous glass bottom boats as you take in the wildlife surrounding the Silver River.
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