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Busch Gardens Premiers a Fun New Madagascar Live Show
Posted on May 20, 2013 | No CommentsLast week a brand new live music show premiered at Busch Gardens in Tampa. Madagascar Live: Operation Vacation brings all your favorite Madagascar characters to the stage, with original high-energy songs and dance numbers. The show is held in the Stanleyville Theatre, right near the Sheikra coaster. When we saw... -
Opening Date for LEGOLAND Florida World of Chima Expansion
Posted on May 14, 2013 | No CommentsI recently got a sneak peek peak at the newest creation at LEGOLAND Florida, the World of Chima expansion. I loved seeing the plans for this new area of the park and the rides and characters who will fill this section. Today, the opening date was announced, here is the... -
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley – Coming Soon!
Posted on May 8, 2013 | No CommentsAs a fan of all things Harry Potter, and after finally getting to experience The Wizarding World of Harry Potter myself a few months back, I am thrilled at this expansion announcement! Read the official press release below for more information – and I solemnly swear that I am up... -
4-D SpongeBob Movie and Bikini Bottom Breakfast Make Nick Hotel the Place to Be!
Posted on May 7, 2013 | No CommentsI’ve been a fan of the Nickelodeon Suites Hotel since it first opened (in fact, I stayed there while it was under construction waaay before Zannaland existed). I think the combination of a family suite with bunk beds and a separate adult bedroom, mixed with SO many fun activities and... -
Kings Bowl Rolls Into Orlando With Flair, Food, and Fun!
Posted on April 25, 2013 | 1 CommentLast week a new kid on the block opened up over on I-Drive – Kings Bowl, a luxury bowling and dining establishment, hailing from the great city of Boston (proud Boston girl here!) opened its doors to those looking for a fresh spin on a classic pastime. As seems to... -
SeaWorld’s Aquatica Water Park’s 5th Birthday Celebration
Posted on March 13, 2013 | No CommentsAquatica Orlando celebrated its fifth birthday last weekend, which included a celebration for guests who were in attendance. In light of the theme, $5 merchandise specials were offered all day that included clothing, Aquatica-themed glasses, and more. There was a special birthday party held in the afternoon with amazing animal... -
Last Weekend for SeaWorld’s Bands Brew & BBQ-a Rockin’ Good Time!
Posted on March 13, 2013 | No CommentsThis weekend marks the last for SeaWorld’s Bands, Brew & BBQ season. I love SeaWorld’s special events like this because they are included in the price of regular admission, and you get a little something extra, this time in the form of rockin’ bands, great BBQ, and beer to boot.... -
Gaylord Palms Purrrrrrfect Pajama Party with Puss in Boots and Friends
Posted on March 6, 2013 | No CommentsPack your favorite pajamas to party with the most darling swashbuckler and all around coolest cat in Central Florida! Gaylord Palms invites guests and their families to a brand new DreamWorks Experience, the Puss in Boots & Friends’ Purrrrrrfect Pajama Party. Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 16 because this... -
Universal Studios Orlando Celebrates Christmas With Music, Parades and The Grinch!
Posted on December 11, 2012 | No CommentsUniversal Studios once again brings favorites back for the Christmas season – the Grinch, the Macy’s Holiday Parade and Mannheim Steamroller round out their holiday offerings, all included in a regular ticket for Universal Studios Florida (Macy’s parade and Mannheim Steamroller) or Islands of Adventure (Grinchmas). The Grinchmas show is... -
Busch Gardens Christmas Town Delivers Holiday Fun
Posted on December 10, 2012 | No CommentsThere are so many wonderful holiday events at Central Florida theme parks, and this year Busch Gardens Tampa is launching the biggest Christmas celebration ever. For the first time in the park’s 53-year history, visitors to Christmas Town will experience all-new evening attractions, shows and shopping from 6 to 11... -
Sea World’s Christmas Celebration Lights Up the Season
Posted on December 9, 2012 | No CommentsOne of my family’s favorite places during the holidays is SeaWorld – with their wonderful Christmas Celebration, included in the price of regular admission, the spirit of the season is sure to find you there. This year was no different and my children had a wonderful time seeing the shows... -
It’s ICE ICE Baby! – Top 5 Favorite Scenes From Gaylord Palms Merry Madagascar
Posted on November 19, 2012 | No CommentsOne of my favorite parts of living in Orlando are the wonderful holiday events and happenings. Gaylord Palms is an absolutely gorgeous resort and it becomes a sparkling jewel for the holidays. My family and I love making ICE! an annual tradition, where over 2 million pounds of ice are... -
New Video Takes Us Behind The Scenes At SeaWorld’s Antarctica
Posted on October 25, 2012 | No CommentsSeaWorld Orlando is working on an amazing new attraction called Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin, opening in 2013. If you haven’t seen the construction in person or heard what it’s all about, SeaWorld has released a series of YouTube videos with behind-the-scenes info on Antarctica. The second Behind The Freeze... -
SeaWorld Spooktacular Offers Family Fun For All – Included In Regular Ticket!
Posted on October 16, 2012 | No CommentsSeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular has become one of my family’s favorite events each year. Included in the regular ticket price, the Spooktacular takes place each weekend in October from noon until park close. Adults and children alike each get a trick-or-treat bag to collect candy and treats along the way. There... -
Turn Tricks into Bricks at LEGOLAND Florida’s 1st Brick or Treat Halloween Event
Posted on October 10, 2012 | No CommentsIt’s been far too long since I’ve visited LEGOLAND Florida, one of my favorite parks in central Florida. I love the low-key, relaxing atmosphere and how there is something adorable or surprising at every turn. The park recently announced a new Star Wars area of their Minilands opening in November... -
Why Dine With Shamu is a SeaWorld Must-Do!
Posted on September 28, 2012 | No CommentsSeaWorld Orlando recently invited me to try out their Dine With Shamu experience. I really didn’t know anything about it, and had pictured having tables right next to the Shamu Stadium show or something, picturing us all getting splashed at the end of the meal. Well, I was right and... -
Orlando’s Gaylord Palms Wants You to Get Scared Shrekless and Prepare for a Merry Madagascar!
Posted on September 21, 2012 | No CommentsI always love any chance I get to hang out at the Gaylord Palms Resort – it is like another little self-contained world. Actually, there isn’t anything little about Gaylord Palms. From the moment you walk in the lobby, the space is awe-inspiring and the attention to detail and theming... -
Locals and Visitors-Win $50 To Use At Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores
Posted on August 3, 2012 | 11 CommentsAugust is now upon us and back to school sales are filling up the local stores. A great place to get some shopping done for the school year is right around the corner from Walt Disney World – the Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores. I remember when I was little,... -
LEGOLAND Florida Gets Spooky With Brick-Or-Treat This Fall
Posted on July 31, 2012 | No CommentsSummer isn’t over yet but LEGOLAND Florida is already planning for my favorite time of the year. This Fall they’ll be starting the season off with their all-new Brick-or-Treat Halloween event. I think the park’s setting in Winter Haven will provide the perfect backdrop for this spooky celebration! Check out... -
LEGOLAND Florida’s Shopping Pass Makes Back To School Bricktacular
Posted on July 27, 2012 | No CommentsI’m not sure I would’ve thought to head to LEGOLAND Florida for my back to school shopping, but the park is making it pretty tempting to head down there and get some fun supplies! If you purchase a one-day ticket and leave the park within an hour, your ticket price... -
GIVEAWAY: Disney On Ice Rockin’ Ever After Tickets for Orlando Performances
Posted on July 24, 2012 | No CommentsWe shared Feld Entertainment’s newest Disney on Ice show a few weeks ago -check out video and details at my Rockin’ Ever After post. Now we are giving away FOUR tickets to an Orlando showing of Disney on Ice Rockin’ Ever After! Simply enter below for your chance to win... -
10 Reasons You MUST Visit SeaWorld’s Discovery Cove
Posted on July 23, 2012 | 3 CommentsI first visited Discovery Cove when they were building their Grand Reef area over a year ago. Before that, I must admit, I thought it was just a place to swim with dolphins and that was it. BOY, was I mistaken. Even before the Grand Reef expansion, there was so... -
Move It Move It to Gaylord Palms this Winter for ICE! Featuring Merry Madagascar
Posted on July 18, 2012 | 1 CommentThis morning we learned that the 2012 season of Gaylord Palms Resort’s ICE! will feature Alex, Marty, Gloria and the whole gang with a Merry Madagascar theme. Alex the Lion and King Julien were on hand last year with the Kung Fu Panda themed ICE!, for character greetings. Now in... -
New 50′s-Themed Family Suite and Value Hotel Announced at Universal Orlando
Posted on July 9, 2012 | No CommentsCheck out the interesting news out of Universal Orlando Resort this morning – an all-new uniquely-themed value resort will be built on-site, opening in 2014. The resort will be half family-suites, half traditional rooms, offering both value and moderate-priced experiences. I do love mid-century design so I’m excited to see... -
Miranda Cosgrove Celebrates Despicable Me Minion Mayhem At Universal Orlando Resort
Posted on July 3, 2012 | No CommentsYesterday saw the grand opening and “yellow carpet” premiere of Universal Orlando Resort‘s newest attraction – Despicable Me Minion Mayhem at Universal Studios Florida. Stars from the film were on-hand to celebrate the ride and experience the fun for themselves. I can’t wait to get over there myself and check...
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