Orlando Travel Blog


Aquatica by SeaWorld Videos by TheWiseman


Aquatica Makes a Splash Video


Aquatica Water Park Opening Day Video


Aquatica Lazy River & Dolphin Tank Video


Aquatica POV Waterslide Video


Dolphin Tank at Aquatica Video


SeaWorld Aquatica Trailer



What are Your Top Five Magic Kingdom Attractions? by TheWiseman

Mine are:

1) Splash Mountain
2) Haunted Mansion
3) Pirates of the Caribbean
4) Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
5) Space Mountain



Space Mountain Full Ride-Through by TheWiseman

Top 10 Places to Shop in Orlando by TheWiseman

1. Mall at Millenia: Trendy and upscale, The Mall at Millenia features anchor retailers Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Neiman Marcus, as well as an eclectic collection of more than 200 specialty stores.

2. Downtown Disney Marketplace: An entertainment mecca, the 120-acre Downtown Disney area offers visitors the opportunity to dine, shop and dance, as well as enjoy fun-filled shows and activities from sunup until well after sundown.

3. Florida Mall: The largest mall in Central Florida, The Florida Mall features more than 270 specialty stores, including Dillard’s, JCPenney, Sears, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, Pottery Barn and J. Crew.

4. Festival Bay Mall at International Drive: The Festival Bay Mall, which was built in 2003 and features 900,000 square feet of retail space, boasts a variety of eclectic specialty shops, restaurants and attractions.

5. Orlando Premium Outlets: Enjoy savings of 25 to 65 percent at more than 110 shops at Orlando Premium Outlets, which lies off Interstate 4, Exit 68.

6. Prime Outlets Orlando: Ideally located at the Northern end of world-famous International Drive, Prime Outlets Orlando features a total of 110 factory outlet stores.

7. Pointe*Orlando: An open-air entertainment complex, Pointe*Orlando is located on world-famous International Drive and boasts a myriad of specialty stores, eclectic restaurants, nightlife and a state-of-the-art movie theater.

8. International Drive: World-famous International Drive (“I-Drive”) in Orlando features dozens of specialty shops and factory outlet stores, as well as eclectic dining, attractions and nightlife.

9. Orlando Fashion Square: Located just East of downtown Orlando, the Orlando Fashion Square features a myriad of specialty stores and restaurants.

10. Old Town: A bustling shopping and entertainment complex in Kissimmee, Old Town boasts 75 specialty shops, eight restaurants and 18 thrilling amusement park rides.



Disney’s Contemporary Resort Retro Video by TheWiseman

Walt Disney World Timeline by TheWiseman

The Walt Disney World Timeline at www.orlando-florida.net takes readers on a fascinating journey through Disney World history that includes Walt Disney’s first hastily arranged press conference in 1965 detailing his plans for the project, site preparation for Disney’s Magic Kingdom, the grand opening of Disney World in 1971, the original attractions at Disney’s Magic Kingdom and the construction and grand opening of Epcot, Disney-MGM Studios (now known as Disney’s Hollywood Studios), Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disney’s Blizzard Beach, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon and Downtown Disney, as well as the introduction of all new Disney attractions and resorts throughout the years, Disney videos and more. Check it out!



Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Interactive Storybook by TheWiseman

Celebrate the spirit of the holidays at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! This wonderful holiday event takes place at Magic Kingdom® Park on select nights through December 18, 2009. The fantastic Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party parade features Mickey and Minnie Mouse with their friends having fun with park visitors as they walk through Main Street. Special performances, “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade,” spectacular holiday wishes fireworks and even falling snow are part of this incredible party. The cheerful Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party is a great option to explore during your holiday vacation at Walt Disney World® Resort.



Grand Opening of Disney-MGM Studios Video by TheWiseman



The Magic of Walt Disney World Videos by TheWiseman

Don’t Miss Disney’s Festival of the Masters by TheWiseman

The 34th-annual Festival of the Masters will take place in the Downtown Disney area from Friday, November 13 to Sunday, November 15, 2009. Nearly 150 award-winning artists will display their work at this immensely popular, open-air festival. Highlights of the 2009 Festival of the Masters include live entertainment, children’s activities, food, House of Blues Folk Art Festival, Central Florida Chalk Artists Association, family activities, meet the performers from Cirque du Soleil La Nouba, pin trading and more. Admission is free.




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