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At the end of a big day of sightseeing with your Go Orlando Card, head out to one of these awesome eateries for some big time flavor!
For fresh seafood, head over to the Oceanaire Seafood Room, a place that’s reminiscent of the splendor of the 1930s and 40s. In the fall, Cuba Libra Restaurant and Rum Bar is a great place to sip on some delicious mojitos.
At B.B. King’s Blues Club, you can nibble on some ribs while you listen to some fantastic live music. For more ribs, be sure to check out Redrock Canyon Grill, which specializes in Southwest and American Cuisine.
For international fare, there’s Taverna Opa for Greek, Gol! for Brazilian steak, and Citrus Restaurant serves American food with a distinctive Latin flair.
For a complete listing of new places to try, check out !
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If you’re a film nut, you’re in luck. The is back! Presented by the Enzian Theatre, it celebrates the best in cutting-edge cinema combined with exquisite food and wine.
This year, celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain hosts the opening day ceremonies, complete with a book signing on March 29th. The opening night screening features the film Young @ Heart, a documentary about a New England senior citizens choir that sings covers of underground rock songs. The festivities also include over 160 films from 20 countries, chosen from over 1,400 submissions.
With celebrities, tons of parties, and fantastic independent cinema, this festival is an amazing event that’s not to be missed!
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After a day of sightseeing with your Go Orlando Card, be sure and check out these happenin’ spots for some !
Orlando’s three-story Hard Rock Cafe with its theater-like layout is a favorite of locals and tourists alike, making for a fun crowd. Boasting of multiple bars and 3,000 seat capacity, the Hard Rock Cafe brings in the best in music and comedy tours.
There’s also the House of Blues, with its eclectic schedule of bands, comedians, and spoken-word performers. This venue is standing room only and general admission, with a huge main bar for drinks and delicious food.
Finally, check out The Social, known as Orlando’s longest-standing independent music venue. Right on Orange Avenue in the heart of downtown Orlando, this is the place to see indie’s up-and-comers along with underground DJs.
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Maps can cost a lot of money, but are beyond useful when trying to navigate a new city. After you’ve picked up your Go Orlando Card, check out these great maps for bargain travelers!
Budget Travel just alerted us to the concept of , which are free travel guides to places all over the world with local, zoom-able maps, and marked attractions.These guides are great for planning out itineraries based on your personal interests as well, providing all sorts of suggestions based on your preferences.
We’d love to hear what you think should be included for those traveling to Orlando! What are your favorite attractions? Let us know in a comment!
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