Posted on Sat, Nov 07, 2009 @ 07:03 AM
Weekend of Fun at Fantasy of Flight
The Following article courtesy of Orlando Attractions Magazine
Roar n' Soar, Fantasy of Flight's signature two-day extravaganza of the world's finest classic land, sea and air racing machines ever built, will return this weekend. Now in its third year, the event promises an even bigger combination air show, classic car show and slalom competition, boat show and regatta and extreme sports showcase held Fantasy of Flight in Polk City, Fla., midway between Orlando and Tampa.
Roar n' Soar takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7 and Sunday, Nov. 8 (gates open at 9 a.m.) at the attraction's spacious lakefront grounds and airfield. Throughout the two-day festival, the best of the best in aviation perform precision aerial maneuvers in Fantasy of Flight owner and founder Kermit Weeks' "World's Greatest Aircraft Collection" including the Grumman Duck, P51-C and Fokker DR-1. Pilots will be on hand between maneuvers to greet guests. Challenging their full-size counterparts, giant-scale model aircraft will strut their stuff in their own demonstration of formation flying, precision aerobatics and aerial combat maneuvers.
A team of powered paragliders will also create a colorful canopy in the sky as they demonstrate the world's smallest, most personal aircraft in which they wear their motors on their backs. Not to be outdone, Neal Goss, the Guinness World Records oldest living hang glider at 89 years old, will be on-hand to demonstrate his record-breaking techniques.
Meanwhile, classic car lovers will enjoy seeing the Rare, Antique, Classic & Exotic Car Show, marveling at classic and one-of-a-kind luxury automobiles including Jaguar, Austin-Healy, Ferrari, BMW and Porsche. These stunning cars aren't just for show - many of them feature the horsepower and torque to kick up some dust in the sanctioned Jaguar Slalom competition, in which drivers of all types of classic cars will test their mettle by maneuvering through a cone-lined course on the hangar tarmac.
Vintage race boats are just as plentiful at Roar n' Soar, where the Classic Race Boat Association is hosting as many as 50 of the most elegant and powerful race boats ever built in exhibition fly-bys on the mile-and-a-half-course along Lake Agnes. Boats and their drivers will be available between runs to meet with guests and take photos. Orlando Culvert Dodgers will be running gasoline and nitro methane powered radio-control model boats in a race-like, oval course on Lake Agnes.
Special "Kid's Crew" children's activities are offered as part of the event where kids can try their hand at flying their own hot air balloon and hang gliding simulators in Fantasy of Flight's "Fun with Flight," with prizes awarded for precision landings.
Fantasy of Flight is partnering with Homefront Hugs USA to pack holiday gift packages to ship to U.S. Troops overseas. Guests pre-purchasing tickets or buying them at the gate who
also bring a donated item from a list of the soldiers' most desirable items will receive $5 off one event ticket for one donated item.
Items include:
• $20 AT&T Prepaid phone card
• Bulk package of beef jerky
• Multi-packs of chewing gum
• Packages of note cards
• Packages of protein bars
One-day tickets are available for adults for $23 per person with one child ages 6 to 15 free ($12 value) with a paying adult. Two-day tickets are available for adults for $38 per person with one child ages 6to 15 free ($19 value) with a paying adult. Children 5 and younger are free. Active military and veterans may purchase a weekend event pass for $15 per person and receive a free weekend pass for a child. Valid Military ID required at time of purchase. Discounted rate is not valid for additional guests.
For more information or to purchase Roar n' Soar tickets, call 863-984-3500 or visit fantasyofflight.com.
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Posted on Fri, Aug 14, 2009 @ 08:44 AM
The Miss America Girls Visiting Universal Studios Orlando
*Article, Photo & Video courtesy of Orlando Attractions Magazine*
Contestants for the Miss America 2010 pageant got together for the first time for a few hours yesterday (Aug. 12, 2009) at the Universal Orlando Resort, enjoying the many rides and attractions found within the Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure theme parks.
The girls were met just outside the entrance to Universal Studios for a quick photo shoot before heading into the park. While large groups of park goers wearing the same color shirt is not unusual to see in around any of Orlando's many attractions, it was definitely a uniquely head-turning sight for many guests (and ourselves) to spot such a group comprised entirely of attractive young women.
Following the shoot, the girls walked through the Universal Studios streets with the group as they began their day of riding the movies. With the pageant world of big hair, sashes, and evening wear temporarily put aside, the girls were ready to take on the arguably equally bizarre worlds of Jaws and The Mummy - though they still had plenty of big smiles and friendly waves to offer.
Below is a six-minute video that Orlando Attractions Magazine shot as they tagged along for the first couple of hours of the girls' day at Universal Studios. (And guys: I'm willing to bet you'll enjoy this video too, even if you're not a Miss America fan.)
This was the first time this group of Miss America contestants had all spent time together and it seemed like they were getting along very well. They were excited to be in the theme park capital of the world and enjoying the all of the sights and sounds around them.
When we left them, they were on their way to Men in Black: Alien Attack, removing dangling hoop earrings and loose sunglasses after being warned that the ride tends to spin. It seemed like the day at Universal was going to be filled with nothing but fun and friendship - but I imagine all that will change when January 2010 rolls around and it’s time for the girls to put their pageant faces on in their quests for the title of Miss America.
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Posted on Sat, Jul 04, 2009 @ 07:16 PM
American Idol Holding Season 9 Auditions at Amway Arena
Well with all that is going on in Orlando this week like the US Citizenship Ceremony at Disney World, and the 4th of July Fireworks display at Magic Kingdom, then what a better way to keep up the summertime fun then with American Idol Auditions.
American Idol Season 9 auditions are being held at Amway Arena this week. Registration takes place on July 7 and 8 with auditions being held starting at 5 a.m. on July 9.
Here are the address and telephone number for the Amway Arena:
600 West Amelia St.
Orlando, FL 32801
(407) 849-2558
And if your a really big fan of the American Idol, then don't miss a chance to sing at The American Idol Experience only at Disney's Hollywood Studios. If you win a day's singing competitions there, you'll receive a skip-the-line pass for any regional American Idol television show audition, including the one in Orlando this week.
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Posted on Thu, Jun 11, 2009 @ 06:41 AM
Space Mountain at Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World is now more than a month into the seven-month rehab of Space Mountain, and details are trickling out about the changes in store for the venerable roller coaster.
The resort last week filed a construction notice thought to be tied to the Magic Kingdom's indoor coaster; it calls for the installation of an "interactive queue" and audio-visual upgrades. The notice has touched off speculation that Space Mountain could be in line for an electronic-game-filled queue similar to the one Disney World installed at Epcot's Soarin' in 2007.
Disney World officials, who have been relatively tight-lipped about the Space Mountain changes, previously had said only that the 34-year-old attraction would get a new queue enclosure. They also have said the renovations will include new track - though the layout will remain the same - and a new ceiling.
The Reedy Creek Improvement District puts the rehab's value at $12.3 million. The ride is scheduled to reopen Nov. 21.
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Posted on Fri, May 29, 2009 @ 07:35 AM
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Posted on Fri, May 22, 2009 @ 07:43 AM
Summer Concerts at Universal Orlando
The first-ever “Sizzling” Summer Concert Series at Universal Studios Orlando Resort will feature some of today’s hottest musical talent live at the new outdoor Music Plaza.
Beginning Saturday, June 13, 2009, and running Saturday nights through July 4, 2009, the Summer Concert Series features four of the biggest names in pop, hip-hop and R&B – all of whom are chart-topping, multi-platinum, Grammy Award nominees and winners.
First up is “American Idol” winner Jordin Sparks (June 13, 2009), whose self-titled album has sold more than 1 million copies.
Hip-Hop Icon LL Cool J (June 20, 2009), who has sold more than 15 million records and landed 20 singles on the Billboard charts.
Then comes British songstress Natasha Bedingfield, who has sold more than 10 million albums.
And last but not least, Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famers, The O’Jays.
The 2009 Summer Concert Series spotlights Universal Orlando’s new home for hit music – the Music Plaza, which is located in the heart of Universal Studios Florida theme park. The Music Plaza, which made its debut during Mardi Gras at Universal Studios, is a state-of-the-art outdoor music venue designed in the spirit of one of the most famous outdoor concert venues of all time, The Hollywood Bowl – home to landmark performances by everyone from The Beatles to Elton John and more. The Music Plaza features a 2,400-square-foot performance stage, 15,000-square-foot viewing lawn and two 20-foot-tall projection screens so that everyone can view the show.
The new Summer Concert Series is free with theme park admission. For more information: visit www.universalorlando.com
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Posted on Thu, May 21, 2009 @ 09:22 AM
Harry Potter & the Wizarding World at Universal Studios
With Universal Studios getting ready to open up at Islands of Adventure, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in 2010....
Here are a few polls that we have found interesting:
1. Where are you most likely to get a beverage or snack at Hogsmead?
- The Hog's Head
- The Three Broomsticks
- The HoneyDukes
2. If you could order a drink at the Three Broomsticks, What would it be?
- Butter Beer
- Pumpkin Juice
3. Which is your favorite Broomstick?
- Firebolt
- Nimbus Two Thousand
- Nimbus Two Thousand and One
4. Which would be your favorite place to shop at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter?
- HoneyDukes
- Olivanders
- Zonko's Joke Shop
5. Which Dragon would you like to ride?
- The Chinese Fireball
- The Hungarian Horntail
6. Which type of Wand would you prefer to own?
- A personalized Olivander's wand that choose you
- A replica of a wand used by a hero
7. Which of these would scare you the most?
- The Whomping Willow
- The Hungarian Horntail
- A Dementor
- An Acromantuia
- A Basilik
Feel free to comment on any of the polls and let us know which is your favorite Harry Potter question.....
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Posted on Tue, May 19, 2009 @ 07:47 AM
Orlando Water Parks-What Is Your Favorite
With summer right around the corner, and school getting ready to get out. Many people head to Water Parks to cool off..
Well Orlando has four of the best Water Parks in the world with: Wet 'N Wild, SeaWorld Aquatica, Disney Typhoon Lagoon & Disney Blizzard Beach..
What would be your favorite if you had to pick one...Maybe you haven't been to Orlando before and are planning a trip. What would be the one that you are most looking forward to visiting?
So if you had to pick one, which one would you pick? Click any of the logo's to see a discription of your favorite Orlando Water Park.
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Posted on Mon, May 18, 2009 @ 11:28 AM
Favorite Ride or Attraction at Busch Gardens Tampa
So have you been to Busch Gardens Tampa? Do you plan on going to Busch Gardens?
If
you had to pick one, what would your favorite attraction or ride be, or
better yet, what would be the one that you are looking forward to the
most when you arrive at Busch Gardens Tampa?
Below is a list of our favorites:
Shreika
One of the most intense roller coasters in the world it tales guts just to get in line after you see it person. Only the truly brave step aboard.. Shreika features not one, but two 90 degree drops that will leave you breathless. This ride also has a giant loop. the Immelmann loop, and a water feature that will leave you dizzy. The Shreika will have you thrilled from start to finish.
Kumba
One of the world's best roller-coasters! After the terror of an initial 135 foot drop, you will plunge from 110 feet into a diving loop, feel a full 3 seconds of absolute weightlessness while spiraling 360 degrees, and tear through one of the world's largest vertical loops.
The Gwazi
No thrill quite like riding a wooden coaster. The Gwazi is a dual coaster takes this tradition of the wooden roller coaster and turns it into a 2 coaster 2 different ride experiences. Named after the mythic lion with a tiger's head, you'll have to ride both sides to get full effect. The lion side is made up of a string of reckless spirals and the tiger side makes you feel like you are on an out of control bob-sled.
River Rapids
Spin through a geyser, face an ominous waterfall and other thrilling obstacles in a 12-person raft.
Serengeti Plain
The Serengeti Plain features hundreds of exotic African animals that can be seen from the Serengeti Express Railway, Skyride, Serengeti Safari, and various walkways within naturalistic environments featuring rolling landscapes, elevated terrain and lush vegetation.
That is just a few of the rides and attractions at Busch Gardens Tampa...So, if you had to choose? What would your favorite be?
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