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Orlando, Florida
Events/Things to Do
Family
Fun Attractions
Disney's
Blizzard Beach
Walt Disney World Resort
407-824-4321
A water theme park featuring a snowstorm motif. But don't worry, the water is
heated and Blizzard Beach is home to the world's tallest free-fall speed slide
and other goodies.
Disney's Typhoon Lagoon
Walt Disney World Resort
407-824-4321
A Disney water park featuring the world's largest man-made wave pool. Lay-out
on the beach or just enjoy the lush tropical surroundings.
Disney-MGM Studios Theme Park
Walt Disney World Resort
407-824-4321
Experience the new "Twilight Zone" Tower of Terror and Drop faster
than gravity, see the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, and thrill to many
other movie rides.
Disney World/Magic Kingdom
Walt Disney World Resort
407-824-4321
Featuring seven magical lands, you can do such things as scream down a
roller-coaster such as Space Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain, take a
frightening tour through a Haunted Mansion, visit the Pirates of the
Caribbean, and see the all new Tomorrowland.
Disney's Epcot
Walt Disney World Resort
407-824-4321
Experience Japan, China, France, Britain, Mexico, and Italy without leaving
the country. Epcot provides a thrilling day of fun and hands-on discoveries.
Disney's Animal Kingdom
Walt Disney World Resort
407-824-4321
Disney's newest Theme Park lets you explore the unpredictable world of animals
on safari, in a prehistoric world, and at stage shows that put the jam in the
jungle.
Disney's River Country & Discovery Island
Lake Buena Vista
407-824-4321
Whitewater rapids, flumes, and other water adventures await the whole family
at River Country & Discovery Island. There is a zoological park with a
reptile show, and a wide variety of exotic birds and mammals.
Gatorland
14501 S. Orange Blossom Trail
1-800-393-JAWS
Three exciting shows: Gator Jumparoo, Gator Wrestlin "cracker
style", and Snakes of Florida. Over 5,000 gators and crocodiles. Smoked
gator ribs and deep-fried gator nuggets are served daily at Pearl's
Smokehouse.
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Gaylord Gourmet
November 17, 2007
Gaylord Palms 6000 W. Osceola Parkway Kissimmee, FL 34746
Gaylord Gourmet is a fun and educational three-course luncheon event celebrating the art of cooking and the enjoyment of wine. For reservations call 407-586-1600.
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Tour de Fromage at Old Hickory Steakhouse
December 15, 2007
Gaylord Palms 6000 W. Osceola Parkway Kissimmee, FL
Join us for Tour de Fromage, a unique Wine and Cheese tasting event, at Old Hickory Steakhouse at Gaylord Palms Resort.
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Ice at Gaylord Palms
6000 W. Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee, Florida 34746
407-586-4-ICE
Who says the holidays in Florida have to be all about palm trees and
sunshine? Prepare for the coolest holiday on record as Gaylord Palms Resort
presents, ICE! This year features several new scenes, including a
walk-through igloo and a towering gingerbread candy house, meticulously
hand-carved from enormous blocks of colored ice. A guest favorite, the ICE!
castle and slides, has been re-designed to reflect a South Pole locale with
a colony of penguins surrounding the longest ice slide in the attraction's
history. ICE! is kept at a chilly 9 degrees, and parkas are provided to keep
guests comfortable. Special holiday packages are available. Guests are
invited to enjoy the rest of the day at Gaylord Palms for Best of Florida
Christmas.
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Best of Florida Christmas
6000 W. Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee, Florida 34746
As the Orlando host to the Christmas holiday season, Gaylord Palms
Resort offers a slate of activities sure to make you "merry and bright"
as part of our Best of Florida Christmas celebration. This holiday
season, the atrium is transformed into a magical Christmas wonderland,
filled with elegant and sometimes whimsical decor, a majestic 54-foot
Christmas tree, and a variety of fun-filled holiday activities and
entertainment for the entire family. This year's program features 46
days of holiday revelry, including: ICE!, ICE! Skating, "Luminescence:"
Christmas Show, Hidden Holiday Gnome Hunt: featuring The Roaming Gnome,
Christmas in Florida: The County Wreath Collection, Visit Santa,
Brunch with Mrs. Claus and more.
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Summer Treasure Hunt Challenge at Gaylord Palms Resort
May 2 through August 28
Compete for a $10,000 treasure during the Summer Treasure Hunt
Challenge. Package guests will think and act like pirates as they
traverse the resort and decipher clever clues and compete for a $10,000
prize!
For reservations call, 407-586-HUNT
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Grande Masque
6000 W. Osceola Parkway, Kissimmee, Florida 34746
Orlando rings in the New Year in the midst of a winter fantasy at the
Grande Masque- a black tie masked ball held at the Gaylord Palms Resort
to support Orlando's arts community. The theme for this year's gala is
"An Evening at The Moulin Rouge." Awarded "Best Charity Gala" two years
in a row by Orlando Magazine, Grande Masque has won numerous accolades
for its groundbreaking collaboration between Orlando's premier classical
arts groups. Grande Masque offers gourmet dining; performances by the
Orlando Ballet, Orlando Opera and Orlando Philharmonic and dancing; and
a silent and live auction offering unique prizes. Tickets start at $400
per person, and includes open bar, gourmet dining, entertainment by the
host organizations, party favors and champagne toast, silent auction and
brief live auction.
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Pirates at Colossal Studios
6400 Carrier Dr.
407-248-0590
A spectacular dinner entertainment complex featuring a unique skew-style
feast, dazzling performances, pira-technics, and amazing stunts.
Sea World
7007 Sea World Drive, Orlando
407-363-2200
Includes the live water adventure, Baywatch at Sea World; the polar
expedition, Wild Arctic, the Shamu: Close Up! killer whale breeding, research
and observation facility; and other attractions and shows.
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Universal Studios
1000 Universal Studios Plaza
407-363-8000
Over 40 rides, shows & movie set including Jaws, Kongfrontation,
Earthquake, and The E.T. Adventure, Nickelodeon Studios, Back to the Future,
The Fantastic World of Hanna-Barbera, and many more. As of the summer of 1999,
Universal Studios has added the Islands of Adventure Park. This
roller-coaster, fun-dazzling theme park has everyone rushing to the gates!
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Walt Disney World Resort
407-824-4321
A Disney water park featuring the world's largest man-made wave pool. Lay-out
on the beach or just enjoy the lush tropical surroundings.
Wet 'n Wild
6200 International Drive, Orlando
1-800-992-WILD
A full-day of thrilling water fun and sun await you at Wet 'n Wild. Elaborate
rides with death-defying curves and drops are just to get you warmed up.
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Arabian
Nights
6225 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy., Kissimmee
1-800-553-6116
An equestrian performance and dinner show. An evening of exciting, comedy, and
romance. Call for show information and reservations.
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Church Street Station
129 West Church St., Orlando
407-422-2434
Orlando's #1 dinning and entertainment complex featuring more than 50 shops.
Five shows rooms feature live Dixieland Jazz, country & western music,
rock 'n roll and more. Special events include New Year's Eve Street Party and
the Italian Festival.
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Disney's Blizzard Beach
407-824-4321
A water theme park featuring a snowstorm motif. But don't worry, the water is
heated and Blizzard Beach is home to the world's tallest free-fall speed slide
and other goodies.
Disney-MGM Studios Theme Park
407-824-4321
Experience the new "Twilight Zone" Tower of Terror and Drop faster
than gravity, see the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, and thrill to many
other movie rides.
Disney World/Magic Kingdom
407-824-4321
Featuring seven magical lands, you can do such things as scream down a
roller-coaster such as Space Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain, take a
frightening tour through a Haunted Mansion, visit the Pirates of the
Caribbean, and see the all new Tomorrowland.
Disney's Epcot
407-824-4321
Experience Japan, China, France, Britain, Mexico, and Italy without leaving
the country. Epcot provides a thrilling day of fun and hands-on discoveries.
Disney's River Country & Discovery Island
Lake Buena Vista
407-824-4321
Whitewater rapids, flumes, and other water adventures await the whole family
at River Country & Discovery Island. There is a zoological park with a
reptile show, and a wide variety of exotic birds and mammals.
Gatorland
14501 S. Orange Blossom Trail
1-800-393-JAWS
Three exciting shows: Gator Jumparoo, Gator Wrestlin "cracker
style", and Snakes of Florida. Over 5,000 gators and crocodiles. Smoked
gator ribs and deep-fried gator nuggets are served daily at Pearl's
Smokehouse.
Medieval Times
4510 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee
1-800-229-8300
Orlando's #1 dinner attraction featuring a dinner inside a 11th century castle
and a knights on horseback jousting and sword fighting show.
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Pleasure Island
Walt Disney World Resort
407-824-4321
A Disney nightclub-entertainment complex featuring a New Year's Eve
celebration every night. Seven clubs including Mannequins Dance Palace,
Pleasure Island Jazz Company and 8TRAX provide entertainment nightly.
Pirates at Colossal Studios
6400 Carrier Dr.
407-248-0590
A spectacular dinner entertainment complex featuring a unique skew-style
feast, dazzling performances, pira-technics, and amazing stunts.
Sea World
7007 Sea World Drive, Orlando
407-363-2200
Includes the live water adventure, Baywatch at Sea World; the polar
expedition, Wild Arctic, the Shamu: Close Up! killer whale breeding, research
and observation facility; and other attractions and shows.
Thompson Aire - Hot Air Balloon Rides
Telephone: 407-421-9322
If you are going to be in Orlando or coming to the Disney parks don't miss
one of the most spectacular rides of your life. See the real Florida by
floating effortlessly across the pristine beauty that is the real Florida.
Areas absolutely untouched by human hands. Nature in all of its awesome glory.
This is an experience you will talk about the rest of your life. Hot air
balloon flights in the Disney area 7 days a week at sunrise.
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Typhoon Lagoon
Walt Disney World Resort
407-824-4321
A Disney water park featuring the world's largest man-made wave pool. Lay-out
on the beach or just enjoy the lush tropical surroundings.
Universal Studios
1000 Universal Studios Plaza
407-363-8000
Over 40 rides, shows & movie set including Jaws, Kongfrontation,
Earthquake, and The E.T. Adventure, Nickelodeon Studios, Back to the Future,
The Fantastic World of Hanna-Barbera, and many more. As of the summer of 1999,
Universal Studios has added the Islands of Adventure Park. This
roller-coaster, fun-dazzling theme park has everyone rushing to the gates!
Wet 'n Wild
6200 International Drive, Orlando
1-800-992-WILD
A full-day of thrilling water fun and sun await you at Wet 'n Wild. Elaborate
rides with death-defying curves and drops are just to get you warmed up.
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