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Tips for Keeping Your Kids Occupied While Waiting In Line at the Theme Parks

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Make the best of your time waiting

Make the best of your time waiting

Have you ever been to a theme park and watched in horror as the best of parents slowly lose their cool while their darling little children run like wild animals up and down the queue lines? Well, I am one of those calm, cool, collect parents that have seen the best and worst in me and my children while visiting the world famous theme parks in Orlando, Florida. Whether you are tiger mom or a laid back parent, it makes no difference, the parks will, at some point get the best of every parent! Once you realize this fact, the next step is to sit down and do some pre-arrival planning. I worked for the Walt Disney World company for 8 wonderful years and I have witnessed on a daily basis, the parents who planned and the parents who did not. Continue reading →

UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT REVEALS MAJOR ATTRACTION NEWS

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Orlando, Fla. (May 19, 2011) – Universal Orlando Resort today announced that its newest attraction will be based on Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment’s blockbuster 3-D-CGI feature “Despicable Me,” bringing minions, mayhem and a whole new level of 3-D family fun to its guests. The “Despicable Me” experience will replace the Jimmy Neutron attraction at Universal Studios Florida. Continue reading →

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex 10 Year Master Plan

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NASA officials announced on 4/12/11 that Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex has been selected to permanently display space shuttle Atlantis upon retirement of the Space Shuttle Program. Atlantis, one of three orbiters in the space shuttle fleet, will fly the last scheduled space shuttle mission before being retired in 2011. 

 

The $100 million exhibit for Atlantis will be the marquee element of Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex’s 10-year master plan. Initial design concepts for the 65,000 square-foot home for the space-flown orbiter include viewing the space shuttle “in flight,” showing how the spacecraft worked in space and providing a unique vantage point for guests to look at the complex vehicle up close. Complementing the orbiter display will be interactive features reflecting major accomplishments of the Space Shuttle Program, including the Hubble Space Telescope and the International Space Station.

 

Officials with Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex plan to break ground on Atlantis’ new home in 2012 with a grand opening planned for 2013. The orbiter home will be located in the Shuttle Plaza at the main Visitor Complex; incorporating the Shuttle Launch Experience attraction. To purchase your Kennedy Space Center Tickets, please call our office toll free at 1-877-406-4836 TODAY.

Orlando Theme Parks and Their Upcoming Holiday Events

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Holiday Celebrations Abound at the Orlando Theme Parks

Holiday Celebrations Abound at the Orlando Theme Parks

 

 

While Florida is famous for its Orlando theme parks, what many people do not know is that we are famous for the holiday events that are held within them. With Halloween in full swing here in Orlando; the theme parks are gearing up to put on holiday festivities that would make Norman Rockwell glisten with glee. Probably the most elaborate of all of the seasonal Orlando theme parks to put on an event of epic proportions has to be Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. Not only do they put on a fabulous Thanksgiving celebration that is still filmed and televised around the world, but they put on a Christmas celebration that is hands down the best celebration in Orlando. Continue reading →

Orlando Theme Parks ~Taking The Guess Work Out Of Their Tickets

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Orlando Theme Parks and How To Save Money Buying Tickets To Them

Orlando Theme Parks and How To Save Money Buying Tickets To Them

 

With so many world class Orlando theme parks here in central Florida, it’s hard for a family who only has 4 or 5 days of vacation to decide on what to do. Believe me; I understand what they are going thru. Every day I get phone calls from inquiring families trying to cram everything that they can in a small amount of time. The most common questions are the ones asking what Orlando theme parks are the best for the kids. Continue reading →

Beer + October + Orlando = Festival

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Hannah Benhariz pours a beer at Epcot's England pavillion at Disney World

Hannah Benhariz pours a beer at Epcot's England pavillion at Disney World

 

The Official Ticket Center Inc. ~ Everyone can be German in October in Florida with a variety of celebrations that are all about brats and bands, and of course, beer. So dust off your lederhosen and dirndl and get ready to celebrate Oktoberfest. Festivities include these: Continue reading →

Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey Reaches 1 Million Riders!

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Actor Brendan Fraser was one of 1 Million riders to experience Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey

Actor Brendan Fraser was one of 1 Million riders to experience Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey

According to the Universal Orlando Resort Facebook page, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey has reached 1 million riders in record time.  The newest attraction at Islands of Adventure’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter introduces new robotic arm technology and has guests flying with Harry through elaborate life-like scenes from the famous book series.

Check out this video released by Universal: Continue reading →

Disney To Sell Luxury Homes Near Orlando Theme Parks

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Disney To Sell Luxury Homes Near Theme Parks

Disney To Sell Luxury Homes Near Theme Parks

 

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Disney Company announced Wednesday that it’s getting into real estate by selling luxury homes in Orlando near its theme parks. Some are calling it Disney’s new thrill, because of the up and down housing market. Disney believes the homes will sell, despite a down market and despite the fact that Florida’s foreclosure rate remains among the nations highest. Continue reading →

Wizarding World of Harry Potter Review!

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Enjoying some Butterbeer and Pumpkin Juice at WWoHP!

Enjoying some Butterbeer and Pumpkin Juice at WWoHP!

For months, Potterheads and theme park enthusiasts have been following the development of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter closely, as various construction photos and videos have been leaked and as rumors flew around like Golden Snitches.  Universal employees and hotel guests got early sneak peeks a few weeks ago, and for the past couple of weeks, guests lucky enough to be present at Islands of Adventure were able to experience the WWoHP during its soft opening.  I was one of those lucky guests! Continue reading →

Kennedy Space Center ~ U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame

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KSC Astronaut Hall of Fame

Did you know that the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame (AHoF) at Cape Canaveral is included with your purchase of Discount Kennedy Space Center Tickets?  The AHoF houses the world’s largest collection of astronaut memorabilia, displays, exhibits, and tributes dedicated to the heroes of the Mercury, Gemini, and Ap0llo Space Shuttle Programs. 

NEW to Kennedy Space Center ~ The Science on a Sphere exhibit at the AHoF and Star Trek Live!  Continue reading →