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Memorial Day discounts for military
In Honor of Those Who Serve, local businesses would like to say "Thank You" for your service by offering special discounts for Memorial Day. (This list is ongoing, please check back for updates and additions.) Some discounts are offered all year long....Tags: Orange County (Florida), U.S. Military, Services and Shopping, Arts, The Home Depot
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Florida resorts put out the welcome mat for family reunions
It's that time of year again, when families start planning spring and summertime reunions. A good family reunion resort will offer activities and pastimes for all age groups, and accommodations with spacious, connecting rooms and suites, and condo- or...
Tags: Swimming, Orlando Hotels, Trips and Vacations, Beach Volleyball, Tourism and Leisure
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SeaWorld's Antarctica could further tilt Orlando's tourism market
Three years ago, Harry Potter loosened Mickey Mouse's grip on Orlando's theme-park market. Now, Puck the Penguin is ready to try pulling Mickey's fingers even farther apart. After more than a year of construction, SeaWorld Orlando this week will...
Tags: Restaurant and Catering Industry, Antarctica, Corporate Officers, Comcast Corporation, Trips and Vacations
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Disney marks golden age of topiaries
From the outside, Disney World's famed topiaries are elaborate greenery shaped into characters in playful poses to entertain theme-park guests. From the inside, they are engineering marvels, architectural challenges, math problems and horticultural...
Tags: Science and Technology, Disneyland Park, Amusement and Theme Parks, Arts and Culture, Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry
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Florida Travel Tips & Deals
Special CorrespondentCheck this list often as new tips, events and deals around Florida come in: No need to leave Fido behind Vacationers traveling to Orlando don’t have to leave Fifi or Fido behind with Rosen Hotels & Resorts’ VIP ¿ Very Important Pet ¿ package...Tags: Music Theater, Folklore and Mythology, Typhoon (music group), Chocolate Bars, Orlando Hotels
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At Disney's Epcot, David Bromstad of HGTV reveals 'Power of Color'
Designer David Bromstad gives the green light — or at least a flashing yellow light — for using color in home decor. But proceed with caution: Folks can brighten rooms without merely painting the walls, he says. "I get my color through...
Tags: Cinderella Castle, Festive Events, Arts and Culture, Amusement and Theme Parks, Statue of Liberty
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10 romantic honeymoons by land and by sea
Special CorrespondentLove is in the air as June, the traditional month for weddings, is just around the corner, and many brides and grooms are planning a honeymoon –perhaps the most important trip they will undertake together as it officially launches their married...Tags: Science and Technology, Coral Gables, Italy, Marriage, Crystal Cruises
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Florida water park guide
Special CorrespondentNot only does Florida have spectacular coasts on the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico but the state also has plenty of other opportunities for relaxing, refreshing, renewing H2O fun -- at many water parks around the state. Here's a selection of...Tags: West Palm Beach, Discovery Cove, Key West, Atlantic Ocean, Orlando Hotels
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Calendar makes good quarter even better
The Walt Disney Co.'s theme-park division turned in an impressive second fiscal quarter, with operating income skyrocketing 73 percent from the same period a year ago, according to results announced last week. But Disney's parks got a big boost from...
Tags: Hotels and Accommodations, International Drive, Hotel and Accommodation Industry, YMCA, The Walt Disney Co.
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The 411 on 4 attractions coming to Walt Disney World
There are plenty of projects in the works at Walt Disney World, but here are progress reports on four incoming attractions. Disney gave updates on them last week during a preview for members of the media. Train schedule The middle of New Fantasyland...
Tags: Environmental Issues, Energy Saving, Expedition Everest, Cinderella Castle, Animal
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Here's when — sort of — to look for new Disney World attractions
Theme parks don't like to release opening dates until they're sure the new attraction will be ready for guests by that time. It would be bad form to do otherwise, really. Missing a random deadline looks bad to the public, and disappointing travelers who...
Tags: Starbucks Corp., Zoology, Amusement and Theme Parks
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Region's other tourist strip struggling to recover from downturns, decay
Back when International Drive was a short dead end and Orange County's giant convention center was just a dream, U.S. Highway 192 in Osceola County was Walt Disney World's doorstep, the road most Disney-bound tourists cruised in search of an affordable...
Tags: Orange County (Florida), St. Cloud, Restaurant and Catering Industry, Amusement and Theme Parks, Casino and Gambling
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