http://www.orlando-florida.net/blog Orlando Vacations Blog. News, Views, Deals and more... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 16:10:01 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en For more information about Westgate River Ranch, visit www.wgriverranch.com. http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/03/04/westgate-river-ranch-on-unravel-travel-tv/ The 17th-annual Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival will take place March 3 – May 16, 2010, at Walt Disney World Resort. Here are a few fun festival facts: The Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival will run 75 days and feature 30 million blooms, 60 tons of topiary and 600 ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/03/02/fun-facts-about-the-epcot-international-flower-garden-fest/ http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/03/01/green-carpet-premiere-at-espn-wide-world-of-sports/ ESPN The Weekend 2010 will take place February 25-28, 2010, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Highlights of ESPN The Weekend 2010 will include the ESPN Interactive Sports Zone, Fan Q&A with Athletes, Celebrity Game Shows, Athlete Motorcades, ESPN Live TV Telecasts and ESPN ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/25/disney-world-to-host-espn-the-weekend-2010/ SeaWorld Orlando has released its concert schedule for 2010 Viva La Musica, which will feature “Hot, Latin Music and Authentic Cuisine!” Entertainers scheduled to appear at 2010 Viva La Musica are Victor Manuelle (Saturday, March 6, 2010), Oscar D’Leon (Saturday, March 13, 2010), Sergio Vargas (Saturday, March 20, 2010) and Grupomania ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/24/seaworld-orlando-to-host-viva-la-musica/ http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/22/disney-parks-celebrates-volunteerism/ http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/19/gatorland-giant-alligators-commercial/ In the Heights - March 9-14, 2010 Xanadu - April 27 – May 2, 2010 Spring Awakening - May 18-23, 2010 Chicago - June 15-20, 2010 Young Frankenstein - November 30 – December 5, 2010 Rock of Ages - January 11-16, 2011 West Side Story - February 1-6, 2011 Wicked - February 23 – March 27, 2011 Shrek ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/18/2010-11-broadway-across-america-schedule/ Bob Saget - February 19, 2010 Classic Albums Live Featuring The Who’s “Who’s Next” - February 26, 2010 They May Be Giants - February 28, 2010 The Moody Blues - March 8, 2010 Gabriel Iglesias - March 12, 2010 Air - March 14, 2010 Craig Ferguson - March 15, 2010 Classic Albums Live Featuring Aerosmith’s “Toys in ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/17/2010-hard-rock-live-orlando-concert-schedule/ Universal Orlando Resort will feature A Flock of Seagulls as part of its ‘Velvet Sessions’ series at Hard Rock Hotel on Thursday, February 25, 2010, at 6:30 PM. The group will perform all of its classic hits such as “Wishing (If I Had a Photograph of You),” “I Ran (So ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/16/a-flock-of-seagulls-to-perform-at-universal-orlando/ The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is nearing completion and Harry Potter fans from all over the world will flock to Orlando this summer for INFINITUS, the first Harry Potter fan event set to take place at the Royal Pacific Resort in Universal Orlando Resort from July 15-18, 2010. Highlights ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/12/harry-potter-fans-look-forward-to-infinitus-2010/ 10. Hogwarts Castle: A faithful re-creation of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry from the Harry Potter series, Hogswarts Castle will contain the mysterious “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” ride (see No. 1). 9. Hogsmeade Village: Hogsmeade will feature Ollivander’s Interactive Experience and the Hogwarts Express, as well as several ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/10/top-10-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-attractions/ 10. Hogwarts Castle: A faithful re-creation of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry from the Harry Potter series, Hogswarts Castle will contain the mysterious “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” ride (see No. 1). 9. Hogsmeade Village: Hogsmeade will feature Ollivander’s Interactive Experience and the Hogwarts Express, as well as several ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/10/top-10-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-attractions/ 10. Hogwarts Castle: A faithful re-creation of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry from the Harry Potter series, Hogswarts Castle will contain the mysterious “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” ride (see No. 1). 9. Hogsmeade Village: Hogsmeade will feature Ollivander’s Interactive Experience and the Hogwarts Express, as well as several ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/10/top-10-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-attractions/ http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/10/drew-brees-celebrates-at-magic-kingdom-park/ This spring, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay welcomes families to an all-new, Sesame Street-themed, sunny, funny playland featuring Elmo, Big Bird and all their friends. Sesame Street Safari of Fun will be filled with rides, shows and adventures that celebrate the spirit of Africa. Sesame Street and Busch Gardens unite to ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/09/busch-gardens-to-open-new-attraction-in-2010/ A popular destination in the heart of downtown Orlando, Lake Eola Park offers swan-shaped paddle boat rentals, walking/jogging path, picnic tables, amphitheater and a playground. Another local favorite, the 300-acre Bill Frederick Park at Turkey Lake, features boat rentals, nature trails, an outdoor pool, picnic areas and barbecue facilities. Nestled ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/05/orlando-outdoor-recreation-guide/ Culinary expansions are underway at the Italy Pavilion and Mexico Pavilion within Epcot World Showcase. In the Italy Pavilion, an authentic Neapolitan pizzeria is under construction with opening planned for fall 2010 in time for the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. The casual, 14,000-square-foot pizzeria will feature wood-burning ovens ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/04/new-dining-additions-at-epcot/ The 2010 Arnold Palmer Invitational will take place March 22-28, 2010, at the 7,137-yard, par-70 course at Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge in Orlando, Florida. Presented by MasterCard, The Arnold Palmer Invitational draws the world’s top professional golfers on the PGA Tour. The event traces its history back to ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/05/worlds-top-golfers-to-compete-at-2010-arnold-palmer-invitational/ This Sunday, Universal Orlando Resort will launch a brand-new, national commercial for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter during Super Bowl XLIV. The ad, created by Universal Orlando and Rosso Media Ltd in the UK, offers guests a look into the magic that awaits them at the highly anticipated theme ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/03/wizarding-world-ad-to-air-during-super-bowl/ The 2010 Bands, Brew & BBQ Music Festival will take place at SeaWorld Orlando in February featuring great food, ice-cold beer and a stellar lineup of entertainment that includes  LeAnn Rimes (February 6), Montgomery Gentry (February 13), John Rich of Big and Rich (February 20) and Yes (February 27). The ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/01/seaworld-to-host-bands-brew-bbq-music-festival/ http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/02/01/legoland-florida-preview/ Omaka Rocka, a new high-speed tube ride with near-vertical thrills, will make its debut at Aquatica in March 2010. The half-pipe element of Omaka Rocka will provide near weightlessness, according to reports. There will be no height restriction for Omaka Rocka. http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/01/27/new-waterslide-to-debut-at-aquatica/ http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/01/27/whats-new-at-disney-world-video/ Let the good times roll at Mardi Gras 2010! Universal Studios Florida boasts the largest Mardi Gras celebration outside of New Orleans – complete with a live concert series that features a diversity of musical stars, colorful parades full of floats (plenty of beads will also be thrown around!), elaborately ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/01/25/the-streets-of-universal-come-alive-for-mardi-gras-2010/ “News was leaked Wednesday afternoon that the former home of Cypress Gardens Adventure Park in Winter Haven, Florida, has been purchased and will soon undergo restructuring to become the second LEGOLAND in the United States and just the fifth in the world . . .” Read more: http://www.wired.com/geekdad/2010/01/new-legoland-coming-to-central-florida ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/01/20/new-legoland-coming-to-central-florida/ The 2010 Blue Spring Manatee Festival will take place from 10 AM to 5 PM on Saturday, January 23, and Sunday, January 24, 2010, at Valentine Park in Orange City, Florida. Highlights will include manatee viewings, shows and demonstrations, arts & crafts, children’s activities and more. Proceeds will benefit “Friends ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/01/19/orange-city-hosts-blue-spring-manatee-festival/ http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/01/18/flashback-skyway-to-tomorrowland/ Hard Rock Hotel at Universal Orlando Resort will kick off its ‘Velvet Sessions’ series in 2010 with Orleans, performing classic hits “Dance With Me,” “Still the One,” “Love Takes Time,” “Let There Be Music,” “Sweet Destiny,” “Sails” and more at 6:30 PM on Thursday, January 28, 2010. Velvet Sessions is ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/01/15/universal-kicks-off-first-velvet-sessions-of-2010-with-orleans/ The Plaza Theatre is located in downtown Orlando. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit theplazatheatre.com. Gaelic Storm – January 14, 2010 Zach Deputy – January 15, 2010 Central Florida Jazz Society Presents Kid Dutch & His New Orleans Music – January 17, 2010 Leo Kottke – January 22, 2010 Christopher Cross – January ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/01/14/upcoming-shows-at-the-plaza-theatre/ The Orlando Predators of Arena Football 1 will kick off the 2010 arena football season on the road at Bossier-Shreveport on Friday, April 9, 2010. For more information about the Orlando Predators, visit www.orlandopredators.com. Below is the rest of the 2010 Orlando Predators schedule: Friday, April 9, 2010 - @Bossier-Shreveport Battle Wings – ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/01/12/2010-orlando-predators-schedule/ Below are the “Top 10 Most Anticipated U.S. Theme Park Rides and Attractions for 2010, according to the Los Angeles Times: 1. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Universal Orlando Resort, Orlando, Florida 2. Two Dale Earnhardt-themed roller coasters, Paramount’s Carowinds, Charlotte, North Carolina 3. Shoot the Rapids water ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/01/11/top-10-most-anticipated-theme-park-rides/ The Atlanta Braves return to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort for 2010 Spring Training. Here is the 2010 Atlanta Braves Spring Training Home Schedule: Wednesday, March 3, 2010 – New York Mets – 1:05 PM Thursday, March 4, 2010 – Pittsburgh Pirates – 1:05 PM Friday, March ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/01/08/2010-atlanta-braves-spring-training-schedule/ 2010 Mardi Gras at Universal Studios Florida will take place on Saturdays and select nights between February 6 and April 17, 2010. KC & The Sunshine Band – 8:30 PM, Saturday, February 6, 2010 Heart – 8:30 PM, Saturday, February 13, 2010 Kool & The Gang – 8:30 PM, Sunday, February 14, 2010 Blondie ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/01/07/2010-mardi-gras-at-universal-studios-lineup/ http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/01/06/give-a-day-get-a-disney-day/ Presented by Dick’s Sporting Goods, ESPN The Weekend 2010 will take place at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex February 25-28, 2010. Highlights will include the ESPN Interactive Sports Zone, Fan Q&A with Athletes, Celebrity Game Shows, Athlete Motorcades, ESPN Live TV Telecasts and ESPN Radio Live Broadcasts of ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2010/01/06/mark-your-calendar-for-espn-the-weekend/ http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2009/12/17/the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-update-video/ http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2009/12/16/disney-parks-christmas-parade-tilt-shift-video/ Mickey’s Jingle Jungle Parade is a colorful and lively extravaganza that takes place from now until January 3, 2010, at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Minnie Mouse, Goofy and other popular Disney characters embark on a great jungle adventure while fun-filled performances take place and magnificent ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2009/12/10/dont-miss-mickeys-jingle-jungle-parade/ Disney’s Hollywood Studios is home to two classic rides that are essential for thrill seekers: Rock ‘n Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith and The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith is a lively indoor roller coaster that launches you at a speed of 0 to 60 ... http://orlandoworld.wordpress.com/2009/12/11/disney%e2%80%99s-hollywood-studios-thrill-rides/