December 19th, 2007 by
susan j
The Florida Citrus Bowl
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Orlando readies itself for crazed college football fans as the hosts 2 bowl games. Both games invited teams from Michigan. The features Michigan (8-4) vs. Florida (9-3) and the as Boston College (10-3) takes on Michigan State (7-5).
The Capital One Bowl takes place on January 1st while the Champs Sports Bowl kicks off 4 days earlier on December 28th. Fans from Michigan may consider taking an extending stay and attend both ball games. If both teams fulfill their ticket obligations, Orlando would see an influx of more than 30,000 fans from Michigan during the holiday season. Bowl goers may take advantage of their free time by visiting some of the attractions on the Go Orlando Card. Enjoy the bowls and the holidays!!
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December 17th, 2007 by
jamie a
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 There’s a shrunken head, an Egyptian mummy, and even a dinosaur exhibit to check out.
Dubbed an “amusement park for the mind,” is a great way to spend the day. There’s over 100 interactive exhibits that will astound and delight both children and adults.
At , “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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December 12th, 2007 by
susan j
Now is the season for list making to mark the end of the year. Children everywhere are hard at work on their wish lists for Santa. The New York Times recently published its list of .
There are plenty of travel-related lists floating around the blogosphere, too. Here are a couple of my faves…
Frommer’s includes some exotic locales like Tokyo and Zurich and a few home grown gems like Portland, Maine and Asheville, North Carolina.
IgoUgo’s is a virtual who’s who of travel blogging. I read several of the blogs listed daily, but a few of them were new discoveries that I’ll add to my bookmarks.
Times Online’s is neatly arranged by networking, multimedia, and so on.
Travel + Leisure’s lists the world’s best hotels, spas, cruises, and more.
Lonely Planet’s offers some offbeat suggestions for the adventurous explorer.
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December 5th, 2007 by
susan j
Space Shuttle Atlantis mid-launch on mission STS-115
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This Friday, the Kennedy Space Center will be abuzz with excitement as the , the 24th U.S. mission to the International Space Station. If you’d like to see the launch from KSC’s main Visitor Complex, then you should plan to arrive before 10:30 am for the 4:30 pm launch. After 10:30, the Visitor Complex will only be accessible to those with pre-purchased tickets.
Kennedy Space Center has other launches scheduled for , , and . Of course, you can also experience the thrill of a shuttle launch in the new . Read first-hand accounts of this new attraction and . Happy travels!
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December 4th, 2007 by
susan j
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Budget Travel’s blog tipped us off to a cool feature on the Florida tourism office’s website (which is available in several different languages, by the way!). has an that shows where movies and TV shows were filmed in Florida. For instance, There’s Something About Mary was filmed in Miami and The Perfect Storm in Orlando. !
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November 30th, 2007 by
cecilia d
I recently had the opportunity to experience Pirates Dinner Adventure first hand. This is a fast action, fast talking, high flying adventure show that has kids sitting on the edge of their seats. The show starts with some appetizers and a preview of some of the action as you enter into the world of the pirates. Before the show starts, your host takes you to your seat where you are later introduced to “your pirate” — kids love this because the whole show is based around pirate competitions and everyone sits in a colored section and gets to cheer on their pirate by name.
The set is really well done and definitely exceeded my expectations. There is a Pirate ship actually “in” the water - and some of the scenes include a little motor boat buzzing around in the water. There’s singing and cheering and and lots of audience participation. The pirates compete on a number of skill tests which includes swinging on ropes and climbing around. There’s a storyline all the way through but the action really captivates the kids.
There is one pirate who is particularly acrobatic, and he really wowed the crowed with his back flipping trampoline spin (he was moving so fast he was just a blur!). In the end, everyone had a great time. If you’ve got kids and are looking for a great night out - this is something that they will talk about for months (and maybe even years) to come!
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November 28th, 2007 by
keith f
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To many parents and their kids, Orlando is a dream vacation, but it also presents challenges to their wallet and sometimes even more so, their patience. Tourists who want to do and see it all can easily get stressed out. Here are a couple of tips before you go.
- Have a daily budget in mind. Aside from purchasing multiple day passes, there are plenty of free or lower cost attractions which the whole family can enjoy. Performed twice daily for free, the is great fun for kids. A half day in Winter Park is also a great way to escape the theme park crowds. Stroll up Park Avenue and duck into one of the unique shops and end up at the Winter Park Scenic Boat Tours. If you are going to the theme parks and are able to do so, pack a lunch as the food at the parks can get expensive. For food outside of the theme parks, you could use the Kids Eat Free Card.
- Be mentally prepared to wait in line. One suggestion is to consult the calendar and travel during off school vacation times. Summer is probably the worst time to come because of the heat. Also be cognizant of the American holidays as those are busy weeks as well but remember, travelers from all over the world are visiting Orlando year round. Another word of advice, pace yourself-if you attempt to do it all, you’ll fall down from exhaustion!
- Check the weather and traffic updates. It rains daily in the summer so bring a poncho. Traffic can be brutal so try to avoid I-4 during rush hour. Lastly, all of the major theme parks have ride restrictions as far as height requirements. Check out the theme park websites to avoid breaking your youngster’s heart. Enjoy your visit!
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November 26th, 2007 by
susan j
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Finding the time and space to exercise during vacation can be a real problem for a lot of travelers. There are ample opportunities to indulge with all-you-can-eat breakfast buffets and tropical drinks by the pool, but how will you burn off those extra calories and keep your energy up for sightseeing? We’ve rounded up a couple of tips for helping you stay active on your next trip to Orlando, Florida.
- Pack travel-friendly exercise equipment. A pair of good walking shoes are a must so that you can see and do everything Orlando has to offer. A lightweight resistance band is also a good idea, because it fits easily into any suitcase and means that you can do a few reps while your kids are watching TV or your travel companion is taking a shower. About.com’s Exercise Guide offers some suggestions on .
- Catch some sunrays. Orlando’s warm, sunny weather are ideal for outdoor activities. You could do a few laps in your hotel’s pool, challenge your family to a game of tag, or take a brisk walk before breakfast. Walking around attractions like Fun Spot Action Park or Gatorland also offer fun ways to exercise. Just be sure to slather on the sunscreen so you won’t get burned!
- Choose a fitness-friendly hotel. Nowadays most hotels offer a fitness room, but several have above and beyond the basic free weights and treadmill routine. For instance, the gives its guests free pedometers and offers group fitness classes. And the hosts an hour-long week each Saturday to help guests stay fit.
What’s your favorite stay fit strategy when you’re on vacation? Leave a comment and let us know!
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November 19th, 2007 by
susan j
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With Thanksgiving coming up on Thursday, this week is one of the craziest of the year to travel. If you’re among the who plan to fly this week, then you’ll want to read Peter Greenberg’s . Greenberg is a Today Show contributor and his suggestions includes checking in online the night before and shipping luggage in advance (good advice for other times of the year, too) To relieve airplane gridlock, President Bush recently approved a and added additional measures to avoid delays. Happy travels!
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November 15th, 2007 by
susan j
Whether you’re traveling with your significant other, your kids, or a group of friends, planning a trip that will please everyone can be tricky. Where should you stay? What should you do with the kids when you and the S.O. want to hit the town on Friday night? What’s the best place for a spa getaway with your girlfriends?
We want to put the fun back into traveling and that’s why we’re introducing a new feature on this blog called “Ask a Travel Expert.” If you have a travel-related question you’d like to see answered, then leave a comment and our team of experts will be sure to discuss it in a future blog post. Happy Travels!
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