I-Drive’s new $200 million entertainment complex featuring the Orlando Eye is the latest addition to the world’s most popular family destination. Located in the heart of popular International Drive the Orlando Eye’s 400 foot iconic observation wheel is the centerpiece of the complex featuring restaurants, clubs, shops and attractions. Joining
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Fun Spot Orlando Review
Just a few miles from Disney and Universal you will find a hidden spot from those who come to see the Mouse or the Minions and Potter. Fun Spot started out as a go kart track that has grown into a hidden jewel to the Orlando locals. Fun Spot boost
Exclusive look at the NEW Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World
I got a chance to be the first to do a Hard Hat tour of the new Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World. This 444 room luxury hotel stand in Golden Oak, an upscale housing development on Disney property. This hotel that opens on August 3rd, 2014 will
B Resort to open at Walt Disney World Downtown Disney in 2014
Introducing B Resort, located in the Walt Disney World® Resort The B Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, will officially debut as part of the B Hotels & Resorts® family in early 2014 following an extensive renovation of the guestrooms, common areas, function space, pool area, the addition of a
Photo Tour from the 2013 IAAPA Attractions Expo
I was fortunate enough to be able to attend the 2013 IAAPA Attractions Expo in Orlando this year. IAAPA which stands for the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions holds it Expo every year at the Orange County Convention Center on International Drive. This amazing event brings over 25,000
Orlando City Soccer to Play at Disney World
The Orlando City Soccer Club has found a new home, although temporary, to play in 2014, as the Florida Citrus Bowl begins renovations worth $200 million dollars. The team will play its home games at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at the Disney World Resort. This will
Disney Movie Tomorrowland will be Filming in Orlando
Is George Clooney coming to Orlando? Disney’s “Tomorrowland” will start shooting in Orlando this coming fall. Oscar-winner Clooney and Hugh Laurie (“House”) are starring in the sci-fi film. The director is Brad Bird, whose credits include “The Incredibles” and “Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol.” The credited writers are Bird, Jeff Jensen and
Young British Tourist Honored with an Award for saving little girls life
This an amazing and inspiring story. Fair warning this is a tear jerker so get out the tissues. Little Ethan Temmen was on the vacation of a lifetime. He and his family were visiting Orlando. While he was on vacation he did something extra magical, he pulled a drowning 2
Fight breaks out during Disney Cup International Youth Soccer Tournament
Osceola County Police say the fight that broke out during a youth soccer game at the Disney Cup International Youth Soccer Tournament, parents described the scene as an all out riot. As the final game between an Orlando and a Miami U16 team at the ESPN Wide World of Sports
Halloween Horror Nights are coming to Universal Studios Florida
Your worst nightmares will soon be taking shape in the shadowy darkness of Halloween Horror Nights, winner of Amusement Today’s “Best Halloween Event” Golden Ticket award. On select nights Sept 20 – Nov 2, Universal Studios Florida is transformed into a nightmarish labyrinth of terrifying haunted houses, outrageous live shows, and electrifying
Make-a-Wish Foundation Sends Knoxville Girl to Disney World
The Make-a-Wish Foundation helps make dreams come true for children with life-threatening medical conditions. Children can make a wish from one of four categories: I wish to go, I wish to be, I wish to meet, or I wish to have. In fact, they grant a wish every thirty-eight minutes for
2013 Walt Disney World Pro Soccer Classic Among Events for New Soccer Spring Training Initiative
Beginning Feb. 9, 2013, eight professional soccer teams, including six MLS teams, will converge on Central Florida to take part in the 2013 Walt Disney World Pro Soccer Classic, culminating with the championship game on Feb. 23 at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. The Disney Pro Soccer Classic is the
Why you should Cheat on Disney
I know most of you are in shock just reading the title of this article. Normally I would never condone cheating especially not on Disney. When most people hear Orlando they think of Disney World and rightly so, there is no place like Disney. However there are a couple
One Of The Top 25 Most Dangerous Cities In America Is Orlando???
A sobering statistic to report from the Happiest Place On Earth (or at least where it resides)…violent crime in Orlando has placed the city on the “Top 25 Most Dangerous Cities In America” list. Orlando ranks 24th among the top 25 most dangerous cities according to Business Insider’s analysis of
