I Love Orlando | Spring 2018 Issue

FAST & FURIOUS – SUPERCHARGED™ NEW RIDE SPRING 2018

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AWESOME. UNIVERSAL’S VOLCANO BAY™ NOW OPEN

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With three amazing theme parks – Universal Studios Florida™, Universal’s Islands of Adventure™ and Universal’s Volcano Bay™ water theme park – spectacular on-site hotels and more, Universal Orlando Resort™ is days and nights of endless fun beyond anything you’ve experienced before.

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Spring 2018 8 Walt Disney World ® Resort David Siegel with Governor Rick Scott

12 Universal Orlando Resort™ More Epic Than Ever

16 SeaWorld® Parks & Resorts™ Orlando Andretti Indoor Karting & Games

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An Ocean of Fun Awaits for the Entire Family

18 Under One Roof There is so much to do, all under one roof!

28 Celebrate!

Calendar of Events showing many of the diverse options Orlando has to offer

32 Drive the Coast Sunshine, salty air and scenic views

42 Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament ® Dinosaur World Florida - Father's Day

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A Knight to Remember

47 Crocs Experience Comfort Bliss

62 Small Bites. Big Flavor.

Small Bites Stuffed with Big Fun

Outback Steakhouse - Bloomin’ Onion

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68 Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. 70 Grand Cypress Signature-Designed Golf Courses

72 Concierge Corner 2017 Concierge and Associate Members of the Year

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73 Health and Travel Information

Dear Readers, Spring is in the air here in Orlando, and there is no better time to plan your vacation! With several highly-anticipated theme park events, golfing, shopping, water parks, dining and nightlife there is something for everyone in the family to enjoy.

I Love Orlando® Magazine is your guide to all things fun and exciting. We hope you’re ready for the vacation of a lifetime!

Experience thrills and relaxation at Universal's Volcano Bay™ water theme park. Inspired by the Pacific Isles, this 28-acre water park is unlike any other in the entire world.

The Epcot® International Flower & Garden Festival is in full bloom at Walt Disney World® Resort. This spring event is bursting with farm fresh flavors, Disney characters, thrilling rides and magical entertainment.

At the Seven Seas Food Festival at SeaWorld® Orlando embark on an adventure where you can enjoy craft beers and discover exciting new Asian, Latin, European, Polynesian and Middle Eastern flavors.

Craving a dose of Vitamin Sea? Take a drive down the east coast where you’ll find the beautiful Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier. Packed with exhilarating live entertainment, restaurants, shopping and magnificent views of nearby rocket launches at the Kennedy Space Center.

I Love Orlando® Magazine is packed with tips on the best activities, unique restaurants, premium shopping – just about everything Orlando, The City Beautiful, has to offer. I sincerely thank you for continuing to make Westgate Resorts your home away from home, and I look forward to seeing you and your family for years to come.

Sincerely,

David A. Siegel President and CEO Westgate Resorts

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Airboat Willy’s Airboat Tours 407-891-7955

Professionally guided bass fishing trips. Half, 3/4 or full day charters.

Fish from fully rigged bass or pontoon boats with licensed U.S. Coast Guard Captains. All equipment provided.

Licenses and transportation available.

Singles or groups welcome. a1bassguideservice.com

Adventure Island® 1-813-884-4386 Right across from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is Adventure Island ®. With 30 acres of water-drenched fun in the sun, it is the ultimate combination of high-speed thrills and tropical tranquil surroundings for guests of all ages.

Now open is Vanish Point ®, Adventure Island’s new epic drop slide, where guests are in for the slide of their lives! Please visit the website for our seasonal operating schedule. adventureisland.com ®

Find out why we have more reviews than any Airboat company worldwide.

Our Master Captains will show you Florida unspoiled! Grab a beer or slushie and get ready for some fun!

Don’t leave without holding our resident baby gators. Bring your camera! Spaces fill up fast. Reserve now! wildwillysairboattours.com

AirHeads Trampoline Arena 407-270-4611 AirHeads Trampoline Arena is Orlando’s premier destination for airborne amusement equipped with wall-to-wall trampolines and tons of fun! Jump sessions require no reservations, allowing gravity-loathers to launch themselves skyward.

AirHeads features 20,000 square feet of family entertainment, and hosts events such as birthday parties, group and corporate events and FunRaisers for nonprofit organizations. Come

join us at AirHeads for a fun-filled day. orlando.airheadsusa.com

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games 407-610-5020 Andretti Indoor Karting & Games, now open, is Orlando’s newest entertainment experience. We are located on Universal Boulevard across from the North concourse of the Orange County Convention Center.

Andretti’s 155,000 sq. ft. facility features several exciting attractions all under one roof including high speed Superkarts on multi-level tracks, state of the art arcade, ropes course with curved rail zipline, VR racing simulators, two-level laser tag, boutique bowling, interactive motion theater and Hologate, a 4-player fully immersive VR attraction! andrettikarting.com/orlando

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ith four Theme Parks bursting with new and classic fun, not to mention two exhilarating Water Parks and the bustling Disney Springs® area, there’s never been a better time to visit Walt Disney World® Resort.

Then after a day of enchantment in Magic Kingdom® Park, be awed by Happily Ever After—the most spectacular fireworks show in the Park’s history, complete with more lasers, lights and projections than ever before.

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Venture to Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park where the magic comes alive day and night. Here, when you’re not on safari, dodging dinosaurs or braving river rapids, you can experience the otherworldly beauty of Pandora—The World of Avatar. In this place beyond belief, you can fly on the back of a banshee, navigate a mystical river and even climb under floating mountains.

Happily Ever After

Star Wars™ Launch Bay, light up your night during Star Wars™: A Galactic Spectacular and more as you get closer to the epic saga than ever before at Disney’s Hollywood Studios®.

At Epcot®, you can journey around the world, blast into space and then sail through Arendelle on the magical, musical Frozen Ever After attraction.

These are just some of the wonders that await you at Walt Disney World® Resort.

Don’t wait. Come discover it all for yourself.

Finally, make the jump to hyperspace aboard Star Tours® —The Adventures Continue, greet heroes and villains at

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play Aquatica® Orlando 407-545-5550 Aquatica®, SeaWorld’s Waterpark, blends up-close animal experiences and waters from serene to extreme with high-speed thrills and wide, sandy beaches. Families can enjoy Walkabout Waters® with the kids, an area featuring a 60-foot-tall rain fortress bursting with color and exciting adventures. And tiny tots—even those too young to walk—can enjoy sliding with mom and dad in specially designed rafts in Kata’s Kookaburra Cove ®.

Ray Rush® is a brand-new family raft slide that’s splashing into Aquatica this spring. At nearly 60 feet tall, Ray Rush includes three exciting thrills as you slide, splash and soar like never before.

Your raft will launch at 33 feet per second by water jets, swirl into a colossal translucent sphere, and then drop into a giant open-air half pipe before ending the adventure in a big splash. aquaticaorlando.com

Blue Man Group 407-BLUE-MAN 407-258-3626 Blue Man Group will rock your world, blow your mind and unleash your spirit. Leave your expectations at the door and let three bald and blue men take you on a spectacular journey bursting with music, laughter and surprises. 35 million people of all ages, languages and cultures know what Blue Man Group is really about. Now it’s your turn. Dare to Live in Full Color.

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Boggy Creek Airboat Rides 407-344-9550 A true, authentic Florida experience!

Discover the unaltered wilderness of Central Florida filled with wildlife including alligators and bald eagles!

Master captains will take you on ½ hour, 1-hour, sunset and night tours.

Enjoy the Native American Village, Gator Pond, Gem Mining and Boggy Bottom BBQ Restaurant! bcairboats.com

Bok Tower Gardens 1-863-676-1408 A “must-see” Florida attraction centrally located in Lake Wales featuring a 205-foot and 60-bell Singing Tower, historic 20-room mansion, beautifully landscaped gardens, new children's garden, outdoor kitchen, unique hiking trails, cafe, gift shop and plant shop. boktowergardens.org

Buena Vista Watersports 407-239-6939 Paradise Cove at Buena Vista Watersports is a recreational water sports facility. Located in Lake Buena Vista on a natural spring fed lake, surrounded by cypress and palm trees and lots of sand, providing its Floridian feel. Offering Sea-Doo rentals, waterski and wake board lessons, stand up paddle boards, kayaks and pontoon boat rentals. Come on out and enjoy the fun or just hang out on the beach! bvwatersports.com

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The Mucky Duck

t Revolution Off Road the 230 acres of tracks and trails will thrill and excite both novice and expert adventure seekers alike. If you are looking for something different from the major theme parks then look no further than this family-friendly off-road attraction park with the many unique experiences it has to offer.

The ATV experience has specially designed trails which cross the property over twists and turns. Guests must be 16 years of age to drive an ATV but for the younger guests there is the ATV + (plus), a two-seater vehicle that travels the same trails. Guests must be over the age of 18 with a full license to drive this vehicle.

For family fun seekers, The Mucky Duck, the only self-drive amphibious vehicle in Florida, is available. It can seat up to four guests, uses parts of the off-road trails and splashes into the lake to sail across.

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If sporting experiences are more your style, then check out the Archery or Clay shooting ranges all operated by fully trained coaches. Equipment is provided and included in the price.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: 352-400-1322 revolutionoffroad.com

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The privately owned Trophy Bass fishing lake set in the middle of the property has been voted amongst the top 10 fishing lakes in Florida by BASSMASTER magazine.

The privileged guests who get to fish this lake are treated to spectacular views and peaceful harmony with the natural Florida habitat.

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U N I V E RSA L O RL A N D O RESO RT ™ MORE EPIC THAN EVER.

and architecture of the fabled Waturi islanders are brought to life through over 30 experiences including 18 unique attractions. Once you arrive you’re granted the powers of the TapuTapu™, a waterproof wearable specifically designed for the park. With just a touch of your wrist you’ll be able to hold your place in the ride lines and discover wondrous surprises throughout the park.

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ith three epic theme parks – including the new Universal’s Volcano Bay™ water theme park (now open) – spectacular on-site hotels and an extraordinary dining and entertainment complex, Universal Orlando™ has everything you need to take your vacation to the next level of awesome, all in one amazing place.

Universal’s Islands of Adventure™ will immerse you in wondrous fictional worlds where you’ll chart your own heroic journeys within the world’s greatest stories.

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You’ll step right into the pages of Dr. Seuss’s most loved books in Seuss Landing™. Splash and scream with your favorite cartoon characters in the water rides of Toon Lagoon™.

Join the battle of good versus evil above the streets of Marvel Super Hero Island®, face the most colossal ape ever to walk the Earth in Skull Island: Reign of Kong™ and escape the ferocious dinosaurs of Jurassic Park™.

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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ - Hogsmeade™

Islands of Adventure is also home to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ Hogsmeade™. Here you’ll pass through towering gates as you explore the familiar passageways, classrooms and corridors of Hogwarts™ castle. You can visit the shops of Hogsmeade™, including Honeydukes™

and Ollivanders™, then dine at the Three Broomsticks™. Plus experience heart-pounding rides including Flight of the Hippogriff™ and Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™, a state-of-the-art attraction that brings the magic, characters, and stories of Harry Potter™ to life in ways never before imagined.

From Hogsmeade™ you can board the Hogwarts™ Express and ride to King’s Cross Station in the London area of Universal Studios™. Once you arrive, pop around the corner to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ – Diagon Alley™. Here you can dine at the Leaky Cauldron™, shop at Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes, and take on the multidimensional thrill ride, Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts™.

In Universal Studios™ you’ll experience the next generation of blockbuster entertainment, where heart-pounding, cutting-edge attractions and experiences bring popular movie franchises, television shows, video games and the entire entertainment universe to life.

Join Dom, Letty, Hobbs and the rest of the Fast & Furious family on the full-throttle, high-octane new ride Fast & Furious – Supercharged™, opening Spring 2018. Plus, you can battle alongside Optimus Prime and Bumblebee in TRANSFORMERS: The Ride – 3D, crash through Krustyland with The Simpsons™ and join the ranks of the Minions in Despicable Me Minion Mayhem™.

Universal’s Volcano Bay™ is an all-new water theme park like no other. It’s a place where thrills and relaxation flow in perfect harmony, and it’s just steps away from the rest of the fun of Universal Orlando™. Here, the carefree island lifestyle is waiting for you as the culture

With so much to see and do at Universal the best way to enjoy it all is by staying at one of the resort’s on-site hotels with a multi-park ticket. You’ll get more ride time, more free time and more family time. Here, you’re always within walking distance or a short shuttle ride to Universal’s three amazing theme parks.

You can breeze into one of the Parks before other guests every morning with Early Park Admission (additional restrictions apply).

Guests of select on-site hotels can even skip the regular lines at participating attractions with complimentary Universal Express Unlimited™ to Universal Studios™ and Islands of Adventure (additional restrictions apply).

Also conveniently located steps from the theme parks, Universal CityWalk™ is the one place with everything and anything you and your family want to make your days memorable and your nights come alive. Here you can dine on delicious, inventive cuisine, catch the latest movies, play a round of mini golf and even go on a spectacular journey with Blue Man Group.

Unparalleled theme park thrills. Family entertainment. Unique dining and spectacularly themed hotels in the middle of it all. Enjoying it all together in one incredible place is truly vacationing at the next level.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: 407-363-8000 UniversalOrlando.com

HARRY POTTER, characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Harry Potter Publishing Rights © JKR. (s18) Dr. Seuss properties TM & © 2018 Dr. Seuss Enterprises, L.P. All rights reserved. TRANSFORMERS and its logo and all related characters are trademarks of Hasbro and are used with permission. © 2018 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved. © 2018 DreamWorks L.L.C. and Paramount Pictures Corporation. All Rights Reserved. THE SIMPSONS RIDE TM Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. The Simpsons TM & © 2018 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation. All rights reserved. © 2018 MARVEL. © 2018 BMP. Cabana Bay Beach Resort © 2018 UCF Hotel Venture II. All rights reserved. Hard Rock Hotel ™ Hard Rock Cafe International (USA), Inc. Loews Portofino Bay Hotel and Loews Royal Pacific Resort logos © 2018 UCF Hotel Venture. All rights reserved. Sapphire Falls Resort TM & © 2018 UCF Hotel Venture III. All Rights Reserved.

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play Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay 1-813-884-4386 Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay is the ultimate family adventure combining world-class thrill rides, live entertainment and one of North America’s largest zoos. Venture across the Serengeti and brave North America’s tallest freestanding drop tower, Falcon’s Fury®. Closely observe veterinary care at the state-of-the-art Animal Care Center. And, families can now conquer a new thrill together on Cobra’s Curse®, Busch Gardens® Tampa Bays’ one-of-akind spin coaster taking riders on a multidirectional journey of excitement and fun. Located right across the street from Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay, Adventure Island® is 30 acres of water-drenched fun offering excitement for guests of all ages.

Please visit adventureisland.com for the seasonal operating schedule. buschgardenstampa.com

Canaveral Princess Fishing Fleet & Orlando Princess 321-784-6300 Deep Sea Fishing aboard the 80’ Catamaran “Orlando Princess” and 90’ “Canaveral Princess.” We fish for many types of fish, while also including your lunch, soda, rod, reel, bait, tackle and fishing license for the day. Reservations required. orlandoprincess.com

The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art 407-645-5311

Chocolate Kingdom 407-705-3475 Chocolate Kingdom, the Factory Adventure Tour, is an interactive journey

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The Morse Museum houses the world’s most comprehensive collection of works

by American artist and designer Louis Comfort Tiffany. Highlights include the restored chapel interior he designed for the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago and a wing that showcases the Museum’s collection of art and architectural objects from Tiffany’s celebrated Long Island home, Laurelton Hall. Visitors to the Museum will also enjoy exhibits of American art pottery, Art Nouveau objects and late 19th and early 20th century American paintings. Open Tuesday–Sunday. morsemuseum.org

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play that uncovers how chocolate transforms from the bean into the creamy, dreamy chocolate bar. Our Personal Chocolate Tour Guide joins forces with a handsome Prince and his Dragon sidekick to take guests through a Cacao Tree Greenhouse, a one-of-a-kind Chocolate Museum, a Mystical River of Chocolate and a Bean-to-the-Bar Micro Batch Chocolate Factory utilizing old world machinery.

Tours begin every hour on the hour starting at 11 a.m. Two convenient locations. Located in Kissimmee on Highway 192 next to Old Town and in Orlando on International Drive next to the Orange County Convention Center. chocolatekingdom.com

Clearwater Marine Aquarium 1-727-441-1790 Immerse yourself in the world of marine life rescue. See Winter, star and inspiration of the Dolphin Tale movies, and other rescued animals. Visit SeeWinter.com to plan your day.

Congo River Golf 407-248-9181 407-396-6900 Play award-winning miniature golf. With eight locations in Florida to choose from, there's an adventure for everyone.

Experience tranquil waterfalls, mysterious caves, tropical rain forests, challenging golf holes and more on an unforgettable African adventure! congoriver.com

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Crayola Experience 407-757-1700

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Discover the magic of color with 26 hands-on attractions. Color, chemistry and digital technology combine to create a day of family fun and colorful keepsakes.

Name and wrap your own Crayola crayon!

Learn how crayons are made in a live show! Shop the largest selection of Crayola products and souvenirs. crayolaexperience.com

Dave & Buster’s Orlando 407-541-3300 Dave & Buster’s is the ONLY place to Eat. Drink. Play. Watch Sports. The most fun you’ll have on I-Drive! You can have it all under one roof! One-half mile from the Orange County Convention Center on I-Drive.

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Dinosaur World 1-813-717-9865 Central Florida’s only theme park dedicated to the giants of years past. With over 20 acres to explore, you’ll find yourself wandering amongst some of the most feared predators to ever walk on the planet. Explore the largest Fossil Dig & Boneyard in Florida before heading over to the colossal skeletal playground. Dinosaur World can help contain even the loudest pitter patter of little dinosaur feet! dinosaurworld.com

Discovery Cove® 407-513-4600 Discovery Cove is an all-inclusive day resort where you can swim with dolphins, snorkel among thousands of fish and hundreds of rays, hand-feed exotic birds and encounter playful otters. Explore rocky lagoons surrounded by lush landscaping, tropical reefs and pristine beaches. Freshly prepared meals, snacks and beverages are included, plus unlimited admission for 14 consecutive days to SeaWorld® Orlando and Aquatica® Orlando, to be used during

your vacation. Reservations required. discoverycove.com

Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park 407-WDW-INFO Explore the wonders of nature throughout the day and into the night. At Disney’s Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, discover rare animals, adventures beyond belief, and world-class entertainment transporting you to the heart of nature--alive like nowhere else. disneyworld.com

Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park 407-WDW-INFO From bunny slopes to black diamonds, this place is packed with downhill thrills and plenty of chills. Zip down a 120-foot-tall waterslide, tackle a fast-paced tube run, take on a family raft ride or enjoy a leisurely float along a creek. Little ones can have big fun on scaled-down, kid-sized slides. disneyworld.com

Disney’s Hollywood Studios® 407-WDW-INFO Take center stage in the world of movies, television, music and theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios®. Blast off on an outer space adventure, hang tight in a haunted “elevator”, ride a rockin’ roller coaster and more! Movie magic comes to life during stirring stage shows, blazing stunt spectaculars and Disney Character experiences. disneyworld.com

Disney Planning Center

Your Walt Disney World® Resort experience begins at the Disney Planning Center where Walt Disney World Cast Members can guide you on your selection of Theme Park tickets, special events, dining reservations and exciting recreation options to customize your itinerary. Get the most out of your stay in Central Florida with their services available in the lobbies of Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa and Westgate Vacation Villas & Town Center Resort & Spa.

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SEAWORLD® PARKS & RESORTS™ ORLANDO A N O C E A N O F F U N AWA I T S F O R T H E E N T I R E FA M I LY

SeaWorld’s Waterpark®. Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay can be added for an additional charge, including transportation.

Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay Florida’s Coaster Capital, Busch Gardens® is the ultimate family adventure, offering nearly 300 acres of fascinating attractions.

With a unique blend of thrilling rides, one of the country's premier zoos with more than 12,000 animals, live shows, restaurants, shops and games, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay provides unrivaled excitement for guests of every age.

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here’s a reason Orlando is the world’s favorite family vacation destination and at SeaWorld® Parks & Resorts™ Orlando, there are exciting experiences for families to take in and lifelong memories to be made.

SeaWorld Orlando Immerse yourself in wonder at SeaWorld® Orlando, where the aquatic world comes alive. Dive into a virtual deep sea mission on the all-new Kraken® Unleashed Virtual Reality (VR) coaster. Feel the predator power of Mako™, Orlando’s tallest, fastest and longest rollercoaster, experience the power and grace of killer whales in the awe-inspiring Shamu® show, One Ocean®, and share an epic voyage with sea turtles on the 3D, 360-degree TurtleTrek®. And there’s nothing cooler than to see the world through the eyes of a penguin in the thrilling, chilling adventure of Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin®.

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Kraken® Unleashed Virtual Reality (VR) coaster at SeaWorld® Orlando

SeaWorld® Parks & Resorts™ Orlando, including three theme parks – SeaWorld® Orlando, Aquatica®, SeaWorld’s Waterpark® and Discovery Cove® – and seven official hotel partners, is a full vacation experience

offering money-saving travel values, exclusive benefits, a convenient location and unique sea-themed adventures found only at SeaWorld and its parks. Learn more at SeaWorldOrlando.com.

Aquatica® Orlando From high-speed water slides and exhilarating wave pools, to tranquil beaches and remarkable animal habitats, Aquatica® Orlando delights guests of all ages. This one-of-a-kind waterpark is home to some of the world’s most thrilling water rides, tot and tween areas, rivers and lagoons and 84,000 square feet of sparkling white, sandy beaches.

Ray Rush® is a brand-new family raft slide that’s splashing into Aquatica this spring. At nearly 60 feet tall, Ray Rush includes three exciting thrills as you slide, splash and soar like never before. Your raft will launch at 33 feet per second by water jets, swirl into a colossal translucent sphere, and then drop into a giant open-air half pipe before ending the adventure in a big splash.

Discovery Cove® Discovery Cove® is an all-inclusive day resort experience where you can enjoy an amazing opportunity to swim with dolphins, snorkel among thousands of rays and tropical fish, hand-feed exotic birds in a free-flight aviary and relax on pristine beaches. A day at Discovery Cove® includes a freshly prepared breakfast and lunch, snacks and beverages (water, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages) throughout the day, plus first-class amenities. Also included is unlimited admission for 14 consecutive days to SeaWorld® Orlando and Aquatica®,

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is putting a spin on family thrills with the newest attraction, Cobra’s Curse®. The one-of-a-kind spin coaster brings riders face to fang with an 80-foot snake king icon and trekking on a journey that spins guests forward, backward and then freely. Or, guests can dive facedown at 60mph on Falcon’s Fury®, North America’s tallest freestanding drop tower. Experience Cheetah Hunt®, Florida’s first and only triple-launch coaster, or even dive like a bird of prey as SheiKra® takes riders up 200 ft. then hurtles you 90 degrees straight down.

Cobra’s Curse® at Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay

Family fun is found at the Sesame Street Safari of Fun play land. Filled with kid-size rides, including Air Grover a junior coaster for parents and kids to ride together, water fun, character meet and greets and shows.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: 407-545-5550 SeaWorldOrlando.com AquaticaOrlando.com DiscoveryCove.com BuschGardensTampa.com You can also visit your concierge or guest services desk for more information.

© 2018 SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. All rights reserved.

WHY SETTLE FOR ONE ADVENTURE?

MORE PARKS. MORE VALUE. Get up close with animals, take on world-class thrill rides and conquer exhilarating water slides with this unbeatable deal. Choose from SeaWorld ® Orlando, Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay, Aquatica® or Adventure Island ®. The more you visit, the more you save.* For the best deals on tickets, see your guest service representative

*Restrictions apply.

UNDER O N E RO O F Ride motion theater and Hologate, a fourplayer fully immersive VR experience!

Fuel up in the Andretti Grill, a scratch restaurant featuring mouth-watering favorites such as Big Green Egg slow smoked ribs, Brick Oven Pizzas and award-winning wings.

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Andretti Indoor Karting & Games

rlando offers an array of entertainment.

There is so much to do, and you can find it all under one roof!

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Andretti Indoor Karting & Games is Orlando’s newest premier entertainment and event destination featuring heart-pounding attractions, delicious cuisine and unique event spaces. The 155,000-sq-ft facility features several exciting attractions including high-speed electric Superkarts on the world’s longest indoor multi-level track, over 120game arcade, ropes course with a zipline, six VR racing simulators, two-level laser tag, 12 lanes of boutique bowling, interactive Dark

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Drive Shack Orlando is Orlando’s Premiere Golf Entertainment Destination featuring 90 all-climate hitting bays, a full-service restaurant, bars throughout, various special event spaces and breathtaking views on a roof top terrace fit for any occasion. With 300 flat screens and a complimentary Free Play Game Lounge, it’s the ideal location to savor a day.

Drive Shack Orlando takes traditional driving ranges and courses to the next level with advanced technology and increased ways to play. From scratch golfers to novices, there’s something for everyone. It’s the vibrant, versatile place to be when you need a destination for fun!

Chef-inspired, serious food and one-of-akind handcrafted cocktails are what you’ll encounter when you visit.

Victory Casino Cruises is the most authentic Las Vegas-style casino experience in Florida, featuring five and six-hour cruises along the Space Coast departing from Port Canaveral, Florida. It is one of the country's leading gaming ship companies.

Victory I, in Port Canaveral, has four decks and offers 27 live table games including Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, 3 Card Poker, Ultimate Texas Hold ‘Em, Let It Ride and EZ Bac. In addition to live table games, Victory I guests enjoy over 600 of the latest slot machines.

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Victory’s Sportsbook Lounge, the only sportsbook in the state, will take bets on basketball, football, baseball, soccer, boxing, MMA, hockey and more. Enjoy superb food, buffet dining and drinks on all four decks.

For spectacular entertainment, Big Norm’s Club V offers free shows and a beat-filled dance floor for parties of all sizes.

Discover why Victory Casino Cruises is the most authentic, affordable and fun casino experience in Florida!

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If you are looking for a place that has everything you need to get your heart racing, adrenaline pumping and excitement flowing, indulge in a delicious meal and refreshing drinks, spacious rooms to host special events and be able to get a little shopping out of the way, I-Drive NASCAR is just what you are looking for!

I-Drive NASCAR

At I-Drive NASCAR, rain or shine, the excitement is always guaranteed! You will find an indoor and fun environment with stateof-the-art electric go-karts that can reach up to 45 mph, an arcade area with over 60 games, three pool tables and a four-lane bowling alley, a full-service restaurant and bar that gives you a 180-degree view of the race track.

Don’t choose one activity, when you can have them all under one roof!

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I-Drive NASCAR also features an ice cream shop with mouthwatering Hershey’s® Ice Cream, a retail room with selective merchandise available, including Oakley’s and Ray Bans at very competitive prices. Race for real and play for fun at I-Drive NASCAR.

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CLASSIC AMERICAN FUN O L D TO W N U S A

crowds were a little smaller, lines a little shorter and the fun a little simpler.

We are a family-friendly destination where the good times are authentic, the pace realistic and the memories just as magical as any other Orlando attraction.

Old Town is more than your average shopping complex. Relax as you stroll through 18-acres of beautiful, treelined brick streets and discover over 70 unique shops and affordable restaurants. We feature free weekly live entertainment and events, familyfriendly attractions and rides every generation, young and old, can enjoy together.

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ld Town is a recreation of a classic Florida town – a throwback to a time when

Towering over 86 feet along Highway 192, Old Town’s iconic Ferris Wheel welcomes visitors to their favorite attraction. Take a spin on this handbuilt ride from Italy and enjoy spectacular views of Orlando and Kissimmee.

Every Friday and Saturday, come and admire muscle and classic cars and trucks throughout Old Town. We invite you to line the sidewalk to watch these beautiful cars drive down Old Town’s brick-layered Main Street for the Friday Nite Muscle Car Cruise and Saturday Nite Classic Car Cruise.

For over 30 years, Old Town remains a family tradition for locals and visitors alike. We invite you to come and enjoy the simple pleasures of classic American fun.

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play Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park 407-WDW-INFO Go against the tide at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, featuring the largest inland wave pool in North America. Plus, thrill out on the family raft attraction Miss Adventure Falls, the longest Disney Water Park attraction. From windsweptoff-your-feet action to cool-breeze relaxation, everyone can find their way to hang ten or take five in this tropical paradise. disneyworld.com

Drive Shack Drive Shack is Orlando’s Premiere Golf Entertainment Destination featuring 90 hitting bays, full-service restaurant, countless event options, over 300 flat screens and a complimentary Free Play Game Lounge, it’s ideal for a day with family or a night out. driveshack.com

Epcot® 407-WDW-INFO Explore exciting attractions, enchanting international pavilions, award-winning fireworks and seasonal special events.

Blast off on a journey into our solar system, glide high around the world, set sail on a Frozen adventure and so much more. Meet Disney Characters and watch live performances—from rockin’ musicians to a spectacular fireworks showcase. Indulge in a world of flavor as you savor the authentic cuisine of 11 countries—or dine with Disney Characters! disneyworld.com

Escapology 407-278-1515 Escapology is Orlando's premier live escape game which offers an exciting, unique and challenging experience. Teams of up to 6 players must race against the clock to find clues, solve puzzles and escape the game room within 60 minutes.

Excellent fun for friends and family. escapology.com

2 Extreme go-kart tracks, thrill rides & Florida’s only inverting wooden roller coaster. Over 20 rides & an arcade.

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Fun Spot America-Orlando 407-363-3867 2 roller coasters including the action packed White Lightning, 4 unique go-kart tracks, over 20 rides & an arcade. Home of Gator Spot. Family-friendly fun. Just off International Drive at Kirkman.

Named “Travelers’ Choice” by TripAdvisor. Free admission & free parking. Come have your #BestDayEver!

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Gray Line of Orlando / Gator Tours 407-522-5911 Founded in 1993, they are the #1 sightseeing tour operator in Central Florida. A large variety of tour products offered, including Kennedy Space Center, the Everglades, Miami, beach and boat tours, sporting events, city tours, daily airboat rides, manatee and dolphin swims, plus much more. www.graylineorlando.com

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“Orlando’s only Theme Park with Bite and Attitude.” Gatorland is a 110-acre theme park and wildlife preserve, combining “Old Florida” charm with exciting new exhibits and entertainment.

The park opened as a roadside attraction in 1949. Today, it provides more fun than ever before with thousands of alligators, crocodiles, an aviary, breeding marsh with observation tower, petting zoo,

nature walk, educational wildlife programs, gift shop, Florida’s best train-ride, restaurant, the Gator Gully Splash Park, thrilling zip lines and much more. Don’t miss the one-of-a-kind reptilian shows, including the Gator Wrestlin’ Show, the Up-Close Encounters show and the World-famous Gator Jumparoo Show! New for 2018, don’t miss the Stompin’ Gator Off-road Adventure, ain’t another ride like this in the entire world. Rated in Orlando’s top five attractions by travelchannel.com. gatorland.com

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Hollywood Drive-In Golf 407-802-4848 Come and experience Central Florida's newest and most outrageously themed miniature golf at Universal CityWalk™ Orlando. Based on vintage horror flicks and "little green men" science fiction films, guests putt through elaborate movie-style scenes. hollywooddriveingolf.com

Howl at the Moon 407-354-5999 No set list. No template. Howl at the Moon is a high-energy show centered around crowd participation and audience requests. From classic rock to today’s pop, you say it, we’ll play it. Our nonstop party atmosphere topped with signature cocktails and entertaining staff will give you a night you won’t forget. howlatthemoon.com

I-Drive NASCAR 407-581-9644 I-Drive NASCAR features futuristic

electric go-karts that can reach the speed up to 45 mph, alongside with arcade entertainment, bowling alley, full restaurant and event space. Guaranteed fun for the entire family. Race for Real, Play for Fun. idriveNASCAR.com

iFly Orlando 407-337-4359 Indoor Skydiving. Now everyone can fly!

Great for families, kids and groups looking for one-of-a-kind fun! Make sure to check out the brand-new state-ofthe-art location. It’s the only 2 tunnel facility in the world. Complete package with professional instruction, gear rental and a flight certificate upon completion.

No experience necessary! Located at 8969 International Drive. Reservations suggested. Rain or shine. For ages 3 and up. iflyworld.com/orlando

Kennedy Space Center Visitor ComplexSM Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex SM

is the only destination in the universe where you can touch a moon rock, walk under Space Shuttle Atlantis®, meet an astronaut and glimpse the future of space exploration. This is where rockets launch and inspirational journeys begin! Explore more at KennedySpaceCenter.com or call 1-877-404-3824. One small step from Orlando.

Kings Dining & Entertainment Orlando 407-363-0200 This 30,000-square-foot venue offers a first-class dining, bowling and entertainment experience. In addition to 22 ten-pin bowling lanes, Kings Dining & Entertainment Orlando offers a chef-driven scratch restaurant, full-sized billiards tables, shuffleboard, foosball, Ping-Pong, full outdoor bocce ball court, massive sports bar boasting 60 HDTVs, projectors, real-time sports ticker, beer tap tables, dancing and much more. Kings Dining & Entertainment Orlando provides

family-friendly days and becomes 21 plus at 10 p.m. for a late evening. kingsorlando.com

Kissimmee Swamp Tours 1-800-347-4007 407-436-1059 Kissimmee Swamp Tours offers narrated wildlife airboat tours through pristine swamps and marshes in the Kissimmee area. Experience the Old Florida! Undeveloped Florida!

Everything else is just an airboat ride.

Experience the difference! kissimmeeswamptours.com

LEGOLAND ® Florida Resort LEGOLAND ® Florida Resort is a multi-day vacation destination built for kids 2-12, including a theme park with more than 50 rides, shows and attractions, plus a water park and on-site LEGO® themed accommodations.

NEW for Spring 2018, The Great LEGO ® Race, the first virtual reality roller coaster designed for kids.

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A YEAR IN REVIEW A N D LO O K I N G A H E A D The Pioneer Village at Shingle Creek’s 1800s replica church hosted its first wedding in June of 2017. The Pioneer Village offers guests a peaceful setting and unique venue experience for all kinds of celebrations.

from their playthings to pastimes. Guests can also spend an evening of fun at an Art in the Archives: Paint Night. While attending an event, tour the state-of-the art immersive nature and history museum.

The replica General Store opened in November, and was funded by an $80,000 Cultural Facility Grant through the Florida Department of State Division of Cultural Affairs. As the Pioneer Village at Shingle Creek continues to expand, so do the educational offerings.

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he Pioneer Village at Shingle Creek has grown by leaps and bounds over the past year. Last June, the Osceola County Historical Society finished the second phase of the expansion project which included the building and furnishing of the Train Depot, Schoolhouse and Church funded by a $500,000 Cultural Facility Grant in 2015 through the Florida Department of State Division of Cultural Affairs.

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Osceola County Historical Society has more to offer than ever before, through education, volunteer and service opportunities and events.

Join the Osceola County Welcome Center and History Museum for the educational temporary exhibit openings. From February to April, enjoy the Fashion Rewind Exhibit, women's fashion and accessories through the ages. From May to September, enjoy the Totally Tots! Exhibit, all about children

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There's nothing mini about this golf! Putt your way through caves, up rocky trails and past waterfalls as you follow Cliff Cavern and his nieces along two exciting 18-hole adventures! Don't forget to feed our live gators! lostcavernsgolf.com

Enjoy classic attractions and entertainment, meet beloved Disney Characters and watch spectacular parades in a place that captures the enchantment of fairy tales across 6 whimsical lands. Zoom through space, become a swashbuckling pirate and see fireworks light up the sky over Cinderella Castle during Happily Ever After, the most spectacular fireworks show in the history of Magic Kingdom® Park. disneyworld.com

Machine Gun America™ 407-278-1800 Experience the ultimate Automatic Adrenaline Attraction™. Discover endless and unforgettable thrills at Orlando’s first and only firearms attraction - Machine Gun America. Fire live rounds using fully automatic machine guns and legendary firearms in our brand new, state-of-the art facility for an unparalleled rush of excitement and the ultimate shooting experience. Or, take on the bad guys in our non-live fire military grade training simulator. This is one adventure you don’t want to miss. Visit our website for more details. machinegunamerica.com

Magical Midway 407-370-5353 Drive into Magical Midway and experience extreme elevated go-kart tracks, spectacular thrill rides, classic midway rides and a state-of-the-art video arcade! Now featuring junior go-karts. Open daily.

Located at 7001 International Drive. magicalmidway.com

Merlin Entertainments Merlin Entertainments, the second largest attraction operator in the world, has

launched three of its top global brands in the heart of Orlando’s International Drive.

Guests can take flight on the iconic Coca-Cola Orlando Eye, a 400-foot tall observation wheel with breathtaking views of Central Florida, dive deep into the oceans of the world by exploring SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium and its 360-degree ocean tunnel with floor-to-ceiling displays and bubble aquariums or indulge in the ultimate fame experience at Madame Tussauds Orlando, the unparalleled celebrity wax attraction.

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Old Town 407-396-4888 Old Town is an attraction for all ages. Relax as you stroll through a newly renovated walking district filled with unique shops and affordable restaurants. Bring the entire family and enjoy rides and attractions plus free weekly events, car shows and entertainment. Come and enjoy the simple pleasures of classic American fun. myoldtownusa.com

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Climbers navigate their way through a maze of obstacles set in the trees to truly test their limits and most importantly to have some fun!

Upon arrival to the park, guests complete a required waiver form, get harnessed and then complete a mandatory demo course which familiarizes them with their climbing equipment and a sample of the challenges, which lay ahead and are also made aware of the park rules. Afterwards guests are directed to the first course to begin their adventure.

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The park features courses that are specially designed for Kids (ages 7 and 8), Juniors (ages 9, 10 and 11) and Adults (ages 12+).

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Celebrate!

SPRING 2018 CALENDAR OF EVENTS stage weekend nights during the Garden Rocks™ Concert Series. disneyworld.com/freshepcot 407-WDW-INFO

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Dine with the Departed sponsored by Gatorland Osceola County Historical Society Enjoy an evening in Kissimmee’s Rose Hill Cemetery, where guests will enjoy dinner, bid on silent and live auction items, and take lanternlit tours through the cemetery where they will meet and hear the stories of some of Osceola County’s "passed" influential residents. osceolahistory.org Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras

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Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras Florida’s Biggest Party just got bigger with nightly parades, amazing concerts and more, every night!

Event occurs rain or shine. No rain checks, returns or refunds. Prices, times, dates and entertainment are subject to change without notice.

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Orlando Magic Basketball Amway Center See an NBA game live! Experience the thrills of super-charged action during the season, as the Orlando Magic take on the biggest teams in the NBA. With numerous dining options and interactive areas, a Magic game is fun for the whole family! orlandomagic.com 407-89-MAGIC

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Seven Seas Food Festival SeaWorld® Orlando As guests sip and sample their way through the park, they will discover globally-inspired flavors while enjoying local craft beers and culinary marketplaces. The fun goes beyond the food with live performances from top country, rock and Latin music artists each weekend. seaworldorlando.com

Morse Museum Visitors can enjoy free admission from 4 to 8 p.m. and live music from 5 to 8 p.m. The Morse will offer curator tours of the exhibition Louis Comfort Tiffany’s Laurelton Hall at 7 p.m. morsemuseum.org

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Just For Kids SeaWorld® Orlando Families will enjoy dancing to the beat and learning together along with everybody’s favorite furry, finned and flippered friends during these special weekends crafted with young guests in mind. seaworldorlando.com

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Earth Day Kennedy Space Center Visitor ComplexSM Learn about how NASA contributes technology to sustainability challenges. Exhibitors will provide information and displays on sustainable products, services and practices. Included with Kennedy Space Center Visitor ComplexSM admission. kennedyspacecenter.com

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Mother's Day Dinosaur World Florida Mom gets in FREE with a fully paid child's admission. dinosaurworld.com/Florida

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Epcot® International Flower & Garden Festival From flavor-rich cuisine at the Outdoor Kitchens to unforgettable Character topiaries, Epcot® combines the freshest flowers and flavors from around the world. Plus, there’s plenty of fun during the night, too. Musical acts take the

Weekends, April 21 – May 13

Brick Dash 5K LEGOLAND® Florida Resort The popular, long-running 5K family event returns under the new sponsorship of Visit Central Florida, benefiting Merlin’s Magic Wand, the global children’s charity of LEGOLAND parent company, Merlin Entertainments. florida.LEGOLAND.com

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Weekends, Now – April 15

Every Friday Night, March 23 – April 27

U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame® Induction Ceremony Kennedy Space Center Visitor ComplexSM The newest astronauts will be inducted during a public ceremony at 11:30 a.m. The inductees will join the ranks of well-known space explorers such as Alan Shepard, John Glenn, John Young, Neil Armstrong, Sally Ride and Eileen Collins.

Included with admission. kennedyspacecenter.com

Epcot® International Flower & Garden Festival

Father's Day Dinosaur World Florida Dad gets in FREE with a fully paid child's admission. dinosaurworld.com/Florida

AROUND TH E CLOCK Of the many unexpected pleasures awaiting visitors to Orlando, none may be as dazzling as an afternoon stroll through the galleries of The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art in Winter Park, home to the world's most comprehensive collection of works by American artist and designer Louis Comfort Tiffany.

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entral Florida can provide an ideal day from dawn to dusk and into the night!

See Orlando from a whole new point of view, floating gently up above the clouds with the sunrise as your backdrop. Start the day with an adventure of a lifetime with Orlando’s premiere hot air balloon company, Orlando Balloon Rides.

The experienced crew will inflate some of the largest balloons in the USA! Your one-hour flight will be filled with varying breathtaking sights of the Orlando area. Ascend into the skies and enjoy glorious bird's-eye views of Florida’s natural preserves, beautiful resorts, eye catching attractions and landmarks as you gently float in the early morning sun.

Continue to spend your morning enjoying the real Florida outdoors with A#1 Bass Guide Service and Capt. Pete Matson. Offering 1/2, 3/4 and Full Day Bass Fishing Charters on the wild open spaces of the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes, the sprawling Butler Chain of Lakes and Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. Many other lakes are also available.

Novice to well experienced anglers can enjoy bass fishing on professional rigged bass boats carrying up to 3 passengers. Relax in larger pontoon boats that carry up to 6 people that are great for families or groups. Come and try to catch the first or the biggest bass of your life!

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Dave & Buster's is the place to eat, drink, play and watch sports at any time of the day!

Their doors open at 11 a.m., just in time for lunch.

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Make the most of your lunch with the Eat & Play combo. Save money by bundling the best dishes with power cards to play the newest games like Spiderman Homecoming, Pirates of the Caribbean Crossy Roads and Mario Kart. No matter who you are or what your age, there’s always something fun, delicious and new for you at Dave & Buster's!

In the Museum’s galleries, visitors will also find exhibits of American art pottery, Art Nouveau objects, and late 19th- and early 20thcentury American paintings. Through July 8, the Museum is exhibiting Albert Bierstadt’s monumental 1867 masterpiece, The Domes of the Yosemite, which is on loan from the St. Johnsbury Athenaeum in Vermont.

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When the sun goes down and the night heats up, there is no better place to go than, Mango’s Tropical Café Orlando. Voted Dinner Show of the Year, Best Nightclub, Best Late Night, Best Latin, Best Place to Celebrate, Best Live Music and more, Mango’s has gotten even hotter with its spectacular family-friendly dinner and show every night of the week, which features paramount live stage entertainment including the Michael Jackson tribute, Brazilian Samba, Cuban Conga, new Belly Dancing and Rhumba Flamenca shows and many more high-energy Latin-inspired numbers.

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Once the sun sets on your perfect day, it’s time to get ready for the Moon. Howl at the Moon is Orlando’s premier dueling-piano venue with so much more. Howl is the best spot to party into the morning with pictureperfect drinks and a rocking live band playing your favorite songs like you’ve never heard them before!

Enjoy Orlando around the clock!

play Orlando Balloon Rides 407-894-5040 Prepare yourself for the Orlando Balloon Rides Experience! A complete 3-4 hour adventure starting with an unforgettable sunrise hot air balloon ride offering stunning views from high above the Disney area. Passengers can enjoy a post-flight champagne toast and light refreshments after landing.

You haven’t seen Orlando until you’ve flown with us! orlandoballoonrides.com

Orlando Magic 407-916-2255 SEE AN NBA GAME LIVE. Upgrade your Orlando vacation with an Orlando Magic game at the Amway Center – an arena considered best in class and customer service. Take in the sights and sounds as some of the world’s best athletes and teams face off in head to head NBA basketball action. Orlando Magic season runs October to April.

Tickets starting as low as $15. orlandomagic.com

Orlando SlingShot Magical Midway: 407-370-5353 Old Town SlingShot: 407-396-7166 This innovative amusement device is by far one of the most exciting vertical rides available today. Riders are propelled over 365 feet at speeds in the region of 100+ miles per hour.

World’s Tallest Slingshot. magicalmidway.com oldtownslingshot-vomatron.com

Orlando Tree Trek 407-390-9999 Orlando’s Most Thrilling Tree-Top Experience! We’re more than just a zip line, we’re an action packed adventure with 97 fun and challenging obstacles. Climb and soar with Tarzan swings, nets, ropes, trapeze and more. Then fly to a breathtaking finish on a 425-foot plunging zip line. Designed for ages 9 and up! orlandotreetrek.com

Osceola County Welcome Center, History Museum and Pioneer Village 407-396-8644 Your adventure starts at the Osceola County Welcome Center & History Museum. Explore award-winning nature and history exhibits and have your photo made in our life-size bald eagle's nest. Next, see what life was like in the 1800s as you tour our authentic Pioneer Village. End your visit with a relaxing hike or kayak along Shingle Creek. osceolahistory.org

Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf Lake Buena Vista: 407-827-1242 Orlando: 407-352-7378 Come and test your skills on our two challenging 18-hole championship courses! Putt your way through mysterious mountain caves, over footbridges and under cascading waterfalls! Swashbuckling fun for the whole family! piratescove.com

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DRIVE TH E COAST Every day Gray Line Orlando heads out to Kennedy Space Center for a day that is out of this world.

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is part of an active spaceport where you can get closer to NASA than anywhere else on the planet. Stand nose-to-nose with a real space shuttle, a ship like no other that helped build the International Space Station and advance the Hubble Space Telescope.

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unshine, salty air and scenic views are just the beginning of what you can discover on a drive along the East Coast.

Gray Line Orlando offers daily sightseeing tours. Twice a week they tour the northeast to the historic coast for a leisurely day in the town of St. Augustine, the oldest U.S. city.

Take a stroll along the cobblestone streets and take in the influence of Spanish, British and French rule that has shaped the town.

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A tour also heads to the southeast coast for a day spent in the iconic city of Miami.

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Fill your day with exhilarating excursions like surfing lessons, swimming, pier fishing, beach volleyball, bicycle rentals and various beach rentals.

For a one-of-a-kind dining experience, 800 feet over the Atlantic Ocean with spectacular 360-degree views and open-aired seating, check out Rikki Tiki Tavern.

Every day you can come face-to-face with veteran astronauts and better understand space through their eyes, reliving true stories of larger-than-life heroes and legends.

With the opening of the new Astronaut Training Experience® Center at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, be the first to “touch down” on the Red Planet.

Stretching 800 feet over the Atlantic Ocean, packed with incredible restaurants, shopping, live entertainment and magnificent views of nearby rocket launches, you’ll find the unforgettable Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier.

Orlando Princess & Canaveral Princess fishing trip

Guests can enjoy fishing in Cape Canaveral aboard the Orlando Princess & Canaveral Princess fishing boat fleet all year long! It’s always an adventure aboard the fishing boats and there’s so much sea life to enjoy on your way to the fishing grounds.

A trip to Florida isn’t complete without a visit to the East Coast!

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Putting Edge 407-248-0700

SeaWorld® Orlando 407-545-5550

Looking for excitement? Craving entertainment? Take a break from reality and enter a new dimension of fun in the Ultimate Indoor Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf Experience at Putting Edge.

Call us to book your tee time or just come in to play our amazing 18-hole course today! puttingedge.com

SeaWorld® Orlando immerses guests in the sea’s mysteries through up-close animal discoveries, amazing attractions, thrilling rides and unforgettable performances. Whether riding Manta®, learning about manatees and turtles at TurtleTrek®, getting drenched by Shamu®, feeding seals and sea lions or seeing the world through the eyes of a penguin in Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin™, vacation adventures become lifelong memories at SeaWorld® Orlando.

Revolution Off Road 352-400-1322 Get ready to experience the thrill of off road trail riding. Set in 230 acres of glorious Florida countryside this unique adventure offers ATV’S Mucky Ducks, Trophy Bass Fishing, Archery Clay Shooting and the NEW driver passenger ride THE ATV +. The varied tracks and trails offers something to suit all family members whether seasoned off roaders or never ever beginners. Just 15 miles West of the main attraction parks this is an oasis of off road fun. Open daily and reservations are required. BUT... be prepared to get dirty maybe very dirty.

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Ripley’s Believe It or Not! ® 407-345-0501 Come see what’s new! Explore an amazing variety of exhibits, artifacts and displays in 16 galleries that pay tribute to the odd, bizarre and unbelievable. Marvel at our collection of weird and unusual relics and rare treasures. Self-guided, self-paced tour.

Free parking! ripleys.com/orlando

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Screamin’ Gator Zip Line at Gatorland 407-856-3226

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Voted Best Zip Line in the USA by AOL Travel. Gatorland soars to new heights with the world’s tallest zip line to race above giant alligators and crocodiles.

Glide across five intense zip lines at speeds of up to 30 miles per hour! Try out the single zip line, the Gator Gauntlet. Fly 350 feet through the air over the alligator breeding marsh that’s one wild ride! The only accessible zip line in Central Florida! gatorland.com

Dive into a virtual deep sea mission on Kraken® Unleashed Virtual Reality (VR) coaster. Experience the predator power of Mako ®, Orlando’s tallest, fastest and longest coaster. seaworldorlando.com

SkyCoasters at Fun Spot America Kissimmee: 407-397-2509 Orlando: 407-363-3867 Feel the thrill of your life! Part skydiving, part hang gliding. ALL THRILLS! Soar at 85 mph in a free fall.

Up to three can fly at one time. *Open daily until Midnight.

StarFlyer 407-370-5353 The StarFlyer is the newest sensation in the world of tower rides. It is a unique attraction that appeals to both young and old. The StarFlyer spins like a normal swing ride, but also races up to a height of 230 feet as it rotates around the tower. A truly exhilarating experience. Only at Magical Midway. magicalmidway.com

Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo 813-935-8552 Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo features more than 1,300 amazing animals on 56 acres of natural habitats. The Zoo’s Manatee and Aquatic Center expands the traditional boundaries of a zoo, focusing efforts on critical care for injured, sick and orphaned wild manatees. tlpz.org

Tickets2You.com 1-877-849-2968 Visiting Orlando theme parks?

Tickets2You.com is the #1 place to purchase discounted attraction tickets.

We have the best prices on all your favorite attractions guaranteed. Sign up for the newsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest theme park news and events. tickets2you.com

Titanic The Artifact Exhibition 407-248-1166 We invite you to come aboard the RMS Titanic for an hour-long guided tour experience. Our interactive presentation will allow you to share the inspirational stories of her passengers and crew.

Featuring a full-scale recreation of her Grand Staircase, as well as over 400 artifacts and historical treasures. Please visit the website for additional information, hours and days of operation. Now featuring the Titanic Dinner Event!

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Universal CityWalk™ 407-363-8000 This 30-acre entertainment complex

features some of the world’s most exciting venues, including The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen™, Jimmy Buffett’s ® Margaritaville ®, Antojitos Authentic Mexican Food™, Pat O’Brien’s ®, NBC Sports Grill & Brew™, Emeril’s ® Orlando and Blue Man Group.

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Universal’s Islands of Adventure 407-363-8000

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Journey through the legendary worlds of incredible heroes at Islands of Adventure. Explore The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ - Hogsmeade™, come face to face with King Kong, battle villains alongside Spider-Man, and flee hungry raptors in Jurassic Park™.

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of blockbuster entertainment at Universal Studios™. Go beyond the screen, behind the scenes, and right into the action at this real, working film and TV studio. You’ll encounter mischievous Minions, join forces with the TRANSFORMERS, and crash through Krustyland with The Simpsons™.

UniversalOrlando.com © 2018 Hasbro. © 2018 DW Studios L.L.C. and Paramount Pictures Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Licensed by Hasbro. THE SIMPSONS RIDE TM Fox. The Simpsons TM & © 2018 Fox. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2018 Universal Studios. All rights reserved.

Universal’s Volcano Bay™ 407-363-8000 Now Open! Live the carefree island life at Universal’s Volcano Bay™, an all-new water theme park where thrills and relaxation flow in perfect harmony.

Here, the TapuTapu™ wearable lets you hold your place in the ride lines and reveal wondrous surprises with just a wave of your wrist. It’s a tropical paradise just steps away from everything Universal Orlando Resort™ has to offer.

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play Victory Casino Cruises 1-855-GO-VICTORY (468-4286) Victory Casino Cruises, America’s Biggest and Best Casino Cruise Ship, sails twice daily from Port Canaveral!

Victory has 4 Decks and 40,000 sq. ft. of gaming with over 600 slots including: Wheel of Fortune, 88 Fortunes and more! 27 Live Table Games feature Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, EZ Bac, Ultimate Texas Hold’em, Let It Ride and 3 Card Poker. Watch, wager and win on your favorite sporting events in Victory’s Sportsbook. Enjoy live entertainment at Big Norm’s Club V. Victory’s Atlantic Café offers hot entrées, meat carving and pasta stations, plus a full à la carte menu.

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Vomatron 407-396-7166 If you want to feel the force that the brave astronauts did, then you need to feel the force of the Vomatron. Powered by size and huge electric motors, it rotates the giant 200-foot arm at speeds

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of up to 70 mph. Throwing the capsules into extreme spins putting up to 4Gs of force upon its unwary passengers. Then, just as you thought it was over, you spin in reverse with the same degree of pure torture as before. oldtownslingshot-vomatron.com

Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier 321-783-7549 Just a short one-hour drive from Orlando is the Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier, a local landmark renowned for its popular bars and restaurants, shopping and pristine beaches. Visitors can enjoy surfing, swimming, the best fresh seafood on the beach, volleyball, beach rentals and much more at the Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier. cocoabeachpier.com

Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo 863-692-1321 Enjoy an authentic Florida dude ranch experience located just one hour south of Orlando. You’ll feel like you've

stepped back in time living the life of a true cowboy. Take an adventure around the resort on horseback, enjoy a thrilling air boat ride along the Kissimmee River, test your aim at the Trap & Skeet range and have fun at the Adventure Park! Enjoy a variety of lodging accommodations, ranging from glamping in a Luxe Teepee or tent, to the luxurious suites, villas and spacious cabins. westgateresorts.com

Wild Florida 407-957-3135 866-706-8046 Orlando’s only Airboat and Gator Park Experience. Just a short drive from the Orlando and Disney area, we offer beautiful day tours, relaxing sunset tours and exciting night tours. In addition to our incredible airboat rides, we offer an amazing wildlife park full of zebras, watusi, deer, lemurs, hogs, monster alligators and much more. With over 200 native and exotic animals, there is something for everyone! Wild Florida also has delicious BBQ with

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play smoked chicken, pulled pork, fried alligator and even frog legs! Day or night, we are prepared to offer an experience you will never forget. wildfloridairboats.com

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Explore our amazing gator park!

See hundreds of native and exotic animals you can get up close and personal with, including: Zebras, watusi, zedonk, deer, tropical birds, bobcats, sloths, lemurs, foxes, monster alligators and more! You'll discover 50 shades of green in our Hawk Swamp boardwalk which features a pristine, canopied Florida cypress swamp ecosystem. And when you work up an appetite, don't forget to check out our all-new Chomp House Grill featuring delicious smoked chicken, pulled pork, fried alligator and the best smoothies in the state! wildfloridairboats.com

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An indoor amusement park for the mind, with over 100 hands-on exhibits to explore. Be blown away by hurricane-force winds, land the space shuttle, lie on a bed of nails, put yourself inside a bubble, play virtual sports, touch 100,000 volts of electricity, design and ride a roller coaster and much more! Located in the basement (the 3rd level), compete in a game of laser tag, climb the ropes challenge course and experience the 4D extreme motion ride. While visiting, stay for the “Outta Control” magic comedy dinner show located inside.

Save big with Combo Packages! Closed shoes required for the ropes course.

Open daily at 9 a.m. wonderworksorlando.com

Zombie Outbreak 407-745-4068 Prepare for the zombie apocalypse in this live action simulation experience.

Use realistic weapons to clear your way through our research facility running rampant with live free roaming Zombies! zombieoutbreak.co/florida

dinner theaters Capone’s Dinner & Show 1-800-220-8428 407-397-2378 Join the wise guys and beautiful dames for an evening filled with singing, dancing, comedy and action! This prohibition-era speakeasy features an all-new hysterical show. It’s a hit with all ages, featuring dazzling new costumes, spectacular musical numbers and more audience interaction than ever before. During the “25 Years of Memories” anniversary celebration you get the presents by winning prizes during the gangster shoot out. Enjoy a delicious all-you-can-eat dinner buffet, meat carving station, fresh salad bar, pasta bar, unlimited beverages (including alcohol) and dessert. See for yourself why Capone’s has provided a spectacular, family-friendly evening for 25 years! alcapones.com

Disney’s Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show Walt Disney World® Resort 407-WDW-DINE Celebrate the spirit of aloha with spellbinding dancers and showstopping performances, while feasting on all-you-care-to-enjoy authentic Aloha pulled pork, Polynesian ribs, roasted chicken and pineapple-coconut guava cake with chocolate crunch! Soft drinks, lemonade, coffee and other non-alcoholic beverages are included, as well as beer and wine for Guests 21 years of age and up (proper ID required). disneyworld.com/dine

Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue Walt Disney World® Resort 407-WDW-DINE

VALID FOR UP TO 6 PEOPLE. CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH OTHER OFFERS. MUST PRESENT COUPON AT TIME OF PURCHASE. NO EXP.

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Sing and clap along with the zaniest bunch of singing and dancing roadshow entertainers at this vaudevillestyle musical revue, as you and your family feast on all-you-care-to-enjoy fried chicken, smoked BBQ pork ribs, baked beans, cornbread and strawberry shortcake. Soft drinks are included, as well as complimentary draft beer, wine and sangria for Guests 21 years of age and up (proper ID required). disneyworld.com/dine

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dinner theaters Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament ® 1-888-WE-JOUST 407-396-2900

COME PLAY

Medieval Times invites you to travel back to the 11th Century. You will be treated to a one-of-a-kind experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Witness an amazing show that presents a rousing live jousting tournament and sword fights. Marvel at awe-inspiring horsemanship and falconry. With so much excitement, you'll build up an appetite. Our castle's serfs and wenches will serve a delicious, medieval-style four-course meal fit for royalty. medievaltimes.com

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Mickey’s Backyard BBQ Walt Disney World® Resort 407-WDW-DINE Join favorite Disney Characters at this neighborly, all-you-care-to-enjoy BBQ picnic. Feast on barbeque ribs, smoked chicken, hamburgers, hot dogs with all the trimmings, corn on the cob, macaroni and cheese and more. Sate your thirst with lemonade, fruit punch and soft drinks, plus complimentary wine and beer for Guests 21 years of age and up (proper ID required). disneyworld.com/dine

BEER, BOWLING AND FUN!

Outta Control Dinner Show 407-351-8800

CHECK OUT THE NEWEST BOWLING LANES IN ORLANDO AT THE BEST FAMILY-FRIENDLY SPORTS BAR IN ORLANDO!

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Pirates Dinner Adventure 407-206-5102 9500 TURKEY LAKE ROAD ORLANDO, FL 32819 • 407-345-0000 WestgateResorts.com

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Don’t miss the longest running magic comedy dinner show in the United States - a must see Orlando show! This hilarious show combines high-energy comedy improvisation with spectacular magic and audience participation.

During the show, enjoy unlimited fresh hand-tossed pizza, salad, unlimited beer, wine, soda and dessert. The 90-minute experience will keep you on the edge of your seat and tickle your funny bone every 8 seconds. It’s the best value in town! Shows are presented nightly at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Located inside WonderWorks. outtacontroldinnershow.com

“Be the Pirate, Live the Adventure!”

Set sail on the high seas on-board a pirate ship for swashbuckling thrills,

combined with the perfect blend of comedy, romance, action and adventure. Enjoy breathtaking feats of aerial agility and spectacular musical talent as you dine on a Port of Call Feast. Watch out though, as an angry Sea Dragon threatens the very existence of the Pirate crew! Don’t miss a chance to party like a pirate at the Pirates Bash Dance Party at the World’s Most Interactive Dinner Show! Reservations recommended. piratesdinneradventure.com

Sleuths Mystery Dinner Shows 1-800-393-1985 407-363-1985 Step into the world of comedy and intrigue where you become the detective! Enjoy a delicious dinner with unlimited beverages while watching a hilarious "whodunit" filled with improvisation and audience participation. Mingle with outrageous characters! Watch for anything suspicious! Interrogate the suspects!

Solve the crime! The dinner at Sleuths commences with hors d’oeuvres, mixed green salad and dinner rolls. There is a menu choice of honey-glazed Cornish hen, lasagna, Prime Rib (for an additional charge) or kid’s meal.

Unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks accompany your meal. Sleuths currently has 13 different comedy-mysteries that alternate throughout the week.

Presented in three beautiful theatres located at 8267 International Drive in the plaza next to Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Call for show times and reservations. sleuths.com

Titanic Dinner Event 407-248-1166 Be a participant in one of the most famous dinner parties in history, celebrating the retirement of Titanic’s Legendary Captain Smith. As a guest, you will experience a scrumptious three-course dinner and will be treated to a night to remember. First-class food, first-class show, first-class fun!

Reservations required. Please view our website for hours and days of operation.

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A KNIGHT TO REMEMBER chivalrously vying for the honor of King’s Champion. During the program guests are served a freshly prepared medieval-style four-course dinner in pre-silverware fashion by servants in period garb.

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hat better way to have a vacation in Orlando, than to treat your family like royalty! Visit Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament® as they showcase an all new show, and celebrate nearly 35 years of feasting and fun! Since 1983, Medieval Times has been a vacation destination to all who visit Central Florida. A Dinner Attraction powerhouse,

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they have received numerous awards and accolades, as well as a #1 rank and Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor.

Guests at Medieval Times Florida are seated in the castle’s Grand Ceremonial Arena where, after being given colored crowns, they cheer for one of six knights (donning matching colored tunics) that are

All noble knights performing at Medieval Times Orlando hold a two-decade tradition of beginning as squires, enduring up to 500 hours of rigorous training before achieving knighthood. The knights fight with genuine titanium and wooden weaponry and require hours of intense daily practice with trainers and horses prior to going before a live audience. Knightly competitions, contests and duels enacted during a performance are authentically-choreographed to match the medieval traditions of knighthood.

With shows every night, you will be able to make this a part of any vacation.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: 888-WE-JOUST (888-935-6878) medievaltimes.com

market Caesar’s Transportation 407-944-4444 For all of your transportation needs, call on Caesar’s Transportation.

Offering services to and from airports, hotels, conventions and attractions.

Reservations recommended.

Crocs™ Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores 15657 FL-535, Suite 2039 Orlando International Premium Outlets 4951 International Drive, Space 3B02 Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets 8200 Vineland Ave., Suite 1709 The Florida Mall 8001 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Suite 646 Crocs makes unique shoes for unique individuals. Famous for our Classic Clogs, the collection has expanded to include flip flops, sneakers, sandals, wedges, boots and slippers for the whole family. Celebrate your individuality and Come As You Are at crocs.com

Disney Springs® 407-WDW-INFO Only at Disney Springs® can you find over 150 exciting venues to choose from– it’s all here. And it’s all for you. From unique brands to one-of-a-kind Disney finds. From amazing meals inspired by award-winning chefs to delicious quick bites, all while experiencing unrivaled entertainment and incredible waterfront retreats.

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Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores 15657 State Road 535 407-238-9301

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1.5 miles from Disney. Outlets feature store-front parking at savings up to 75% off! Brands include Carters, Calvin Klein, Eddie Bauer, Express, Guess, Gap, Justice, Nike, Old Navy Outlet, Tommy Hilfiger, Travelpro, Under Armour, VF Outlet and more. lbvfs.com

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THE BABY STORE WITH A HE ART Huge product selection, experienced sales associates, competitive prices and services you won’t get at any other baby store makes shopping at MacroBaby as smart as it is fun!

The place in Orlando for all things baby.

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best selection of brands you're unlikely to find anywhere else, while the boutiquestyle setting makes for a unique shopping experience.

MacroBaby, located outside the Florida Mall, is the most beautiful baby store you’re likely to visit. Its size allows for the

At MacroBaby, you can find brands such as Quinny, Stokke, Bugaboo, Mima, Nuna, UppaBaby, Baby Jogger, 4Moms, Primo Passi, Baby Jolie and many more! This is the place in Orlando for all your baby needs.

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hen you’re expecting, you can expect to find only the best at MacroBaby in Orlando, Florida.

With 20,000 square feet of retail space, offering over 40,000 products from 900 brands, you’re sure to find everything you need for your child!

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t’s difficult enough just to keep up with the changing of the seasons. Throw into the mix: School vacations, family visits, endless cooking and baking and running around, and what you’re left with is one hectic personal itinerary and a run-down body.

Serenity Spa by Westgate

As you prepare for the excitingly busy upcoming months, be sure to set some time aside to revitalize your mind, body and spirit

with the right kind of pampering only found at Serenity Spa by Westgate.

Serenity Spa wants you to look and feel your best all year round by offering specialty services customized for each individual.

Relieve stressed and aching muscles with a Hot Stone Massage or renew the body and stimulate the circulation with a Zen Bamboo Massage. The Invigorating Salt Scrub, one of several body treatments offered, thoroughly exfoliates and intensely hydrates the skin for a fresh and vibrant appearance.

Discover a variety of unique skincare treatments, including our exclusive Queen of Versailles Hydrating and Rejuvenating Facials and products. We also provide nail and salon services, group bookings and special occasions.

There’s no need to leave the kids at home when you’re ready to indulge in some worldclass spa services! Serenity Spa has a special menu of treatments tailored for the new generation of spa-goers ages 13-15, as well as Mini Spa Generation selections designed for children ages 12 and under.

Pick any of the following services:

1 for $60

2 for $110

Explore romance in the privacy of your very own room with the Bath Butler for Two. Our highly trained staff will arrive at your villa to create a hydrotherapy treatment in your jetted tub using special tonics and elixirs to induce a state of relaxation. Candles add an extra touch of elegance and enhance the ambiance of your romantic evening. For a little extra you can add a finishing touch of chocolate covered strawberries and champagne.

3 for $150

• 25-Minute Swedish Massage • Express Facial • Hair Cut & Style • Invigorating Body Scrub • Foot Massage • Spa Pedicure

Pick and choose the services you desire or select one of the spa packages designed to enrich, relax, detoxify, exfoliate, deep cleanse and purify your entire body from head to toe. Included with your spa treatment is complimentary use of the state-of-the-art amenities, such as the Redwood Sauna, Eucalyptus Steam Room, Hydrotherapy Spa and Fitness Center.

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Service prices promoted are per person, same day and subject to availability.

Offer is subject to change without notice. Expires 7/31/2018.

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Complimentary use of our Redwood Sauna, Eucalyptus Steam Room, Hydrotherapy Spa and Fitness Center is included with your service

There’s no time like the present time to recharge and revitalize your mind, body and spirit. Experience the treatment your body deserves at Serenity Spa by Westgate!

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world leader in innovative, casual footwear, Crocs, Inc. is dedicated to the future of comfort. What happens when you combine equal parts science and magic? You get LiteRide™, Crocs’ newest innovation in comfort technology. Inspired by today’s on-the-go lifestyle, LiteRide™ foam insoles are 40 percent softer and 25 percent lighter than Classic Croslite™ foam, the original Crocs comfort material that you already know and love, making it a valuable addition to your closet.

With a range of affordable styles for both men and women, LiteRide™ is perfect for people who want to feel comfortable before and after workouts, or who simply want a stylish complement to their athleisure wear.

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A few of the favorite LiteRide™ styles for this season are LiteRide™ Clogs , LiteRide™ Flips, LiteRide™ Sandals and LiteRide™ Slides . No matter what style you choose, LiteRide™ will help you feel confidently comfortable all spring and summer long. The LiteRide™ collection is now available in select stores around Orlando and online.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: crocs.com

Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets 8200 Vineland Ave. Suite 1709

Orlando International

4951 International Drive, Space 3B02

Lake Buena Vista Factory Stores 15715 S. Apopka Vineland Road, Suite 203

Outlet Marketplace Premium Outlets 5269 International Drive, Suite A27

The Florida Mall

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Perfumeland Megastore

erfumeland Megastore opened in 1995 on International Drive and it is one of the largest perfume stores in Florida. Since then, they have established an expected tradition in providing excellent customer service and unbeatable prices.

In the vast 14,000 sq ft building, guests will find a various selection of perfumes, cosmetics, electronics, watches, sunglasses and jewelry. Professional beauty salon services and products are also available.

Perfumeland is always improving to fulfill customer’s needs, providing the best in service, quality and prices.

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Their mission is to offer an excellent shopping experience and build long lasting relationships with clients by having a friendly staff, variety of quality products and incredible pricing. They are the industry benchmark in providing superior fragrances, cosmetics, high technology and related products, supporting customers with innovative solutions focusing on the improvement of people’s lives and wellbeing.

Perfumeland Megastore offers free transportation from the hotels and a multilingual staff to assist with any questions you may have. Be sure to ask about their price match guarantee. Come see the largest perfume store in Florida and be amazed. Find everything you’re looking for, all in one place, save on excellent pricing and enjoy some extra free time on your vacation when you shop at Perfumeland Megastore.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: 407-248-9595 perfumelandmegastore.com

market MacroBaby 1361 Florida Mall Avenue 407-964-1508 Located just outside the Florida Mall, MacroBaby is Orlando’s largest Specialty Retail Baby Store! Great service, selection and low prices make MacroBaby the right choice for you and your baby. macrobaby.com

O’Neill 8189 International Drive 1-657-859-3729 O’Neill is America’s original heritage surf brand featuring California-influenced clothing and accessories for men, women & children. Featuring clothing, accessories, footwear, swimwear, board shorts, wetsuits, rash guards, women’s 365 activewear, sunglasses, sunscreen, beach towels, Go Pro ® & more! us.oneill.com

Pearle Vision 5423 International Drive 407-248-8334

At Pearle Vision, personalized genuine eye care is at the heart of everything we do. The optometrists and eye care experts at Pearle Vision understand each patient has a different story and different needs, which is why they take the time to learn about you to better cater to your eye care needs. Pearle Vision I-Drive is the only optical store in the attraction area.

Offering eye exams, designer frames and sunglasses that can be done in just a couple of hours (select frames and lenses). pearlevision.com/orlandocrossingsFL

Perfumeland Megastore 5161 International Drive 407-248-9595 At Perfumeland Megastore, you will find the largest variety and the most popular brands of perfumes, electronics, cosmetics, sunglasses, watches, handbags and tennis-shoes at the best prices. All at the same place! perfumeland.com

Serenity Spa by Westgate 407-992-2938 Indulge, relax and rejuvenate with a visit to Serenity Spa by Westgate located at Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa. This fullservice, European-style Serenity boutique offers more than 80 world-class spa services including massages, facials, body treatments, manicures and pedicures, signature Serenity treatments, airbrush tanning and a salon. You’ll also find carefully selected, luxurious spa products to nurture your body and mind. Each visit includes a full use of the Redwood Sauna, Eucalyptus Steam Room, Hydrotherapy Spa and Fitness Center. Open daily. serenitybywestgate.com

Walgreens 1-800-WALGREENS Trusted since 1901. Here to help you get, stay and live well. Prescription delivery service to your hotel, one hour photo-24 hours, fresh food mart, souvenirs, cosmetics, nutrition center, electronics, auto and more. Healthcare Clinic at select Walgreens.

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Passion and sophistication are served up fresh with every bite at Bonefish Grill. The restaurant specializes in seasonal fish species from around the world, savory wood-grilled specialties and hand-crafted cocktails. Guests receive “chef’s coat service” and are guided through an innovative menu featuring the highest-quality, fresh ingredients.

With a big-city bar, Bonefish Grill offers hand-crafted cocktails and a distinct list of 30 wines by the glass. Enjoy Hand-Crafted Happy Hour served 4-6:30 p.m. every day, including weekends. Sunday Brunch is served every Sunday at 10 a.m. For more information, visit bonefishgrill.com, and follow @bonefishgrill on social media.

Hunters Creek 2699 West Osceola Parkway, 34741 Kissimmee at Main Gate 192 7801 West Irlo Bronson Memorial, 34747 Longwood 1761 West State Rd 434, 32750 Orlando 7830 West Sand Lake Rd, 32819

ITALIAN RESTAURANT

& NY PIZZERIA

Buon Appetito from Bruno’s Italian Restaurant & NY Pizzeria. Voted “Best Restaurant” on West 192 by The Vistonian, also rated 3 stars, Outstanding, A Must Try!, by Pauline Frommer’s Guide and recommended on Trip Advisor. Bruno’s features authentic Italian cuisine and New York style pizza at affordable family prices. They are celebrating 23 years of serving pastas, chicken, seafood, fresh veal, homemade desserts, beer, wine, espresso and cappuccino.

Family owned and operated, enjoy the taste of real Italian food made with the freshest ingredients in a cozy atmosphere. Children welcome. Take-out and outdoor seating available. Free delivery to your door always.

View full menu at brunos192.com.

Orlando Lake Underhill 12301 Lake Underhill Rd, 32828

At Carrabba’s Italian Grill you will find authentic Italian recipes passed down from our founder’s family. At Carrabba’s, we use only the best ingredients to prepare our fresh handmade dishes cooked to order in a lively exhibition kitchen, featuring a wood-burning grill inspired by the many tastes of Italy. Our guests can enjoy signature dishes, including Chicken Bryan, Shrimp and Sea Scallops Spiedino, and a fresh twist on an Italian Classic, wood-grilled Chicken Marsala.

Looking for a great way to feed the whole family a tasty, homemade meal at a good price – but don’t have time to cook? Carrabba’s Italian Grill is the answer with our Family Bundles – a complete meal that can feed up to a family of 5 starting at $7 per person! Carrabba’s Family Bundles include our classic Spaghetti & Meatballs – delicious homemade Lasagna – Signature Family Recipe Chicken Parmesan – and more! All with choice of soup or salad and bread. For more information visit Carrabbas.com Family Bundles are for carry-out only.

Carrabba’s – Italian worth talking about.

Kissimmee: Carrabba’s Formosa 7890 W. Irlo Bronson Highway, 34747 Orlando: Carrabba’s Lake Buena Vista 8702 Vineland Avenue, 32821 Carrabba’s International Drive 8355 International Drive, 32819

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8556 West Highway 192 Kissimmee, FL 34747 407-397-7577 brunos192.com

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Copper Canyon Grill fills a niche that few area restaurants can match: freshly prepared, flavorful home cooked food, made from scratch using high quality ingredients. The setting is also unique with energetic ambiance, flawless service and a vibrant atmosphere. Copper Canyon Grill combines the friendly efficiency and high-quality consistency of a more modest restaurant with the atmosphere, personality and unique menu selections and quality of a more expensive restaurant.

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Many menu items begin as familiar dishes diners might make at home, such as meatloaf, steaks or mashed potatoes, but change from ordinary to extraordinary by adding a twist, such as flavorful spicing or unique menu combinations. Copper Canyon Grill’s team service approach is subtle, attentive and friendly, ensuring that high quality service is part of the Copper Canyon Grill experience.

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Serving brunch and dinner, Hash House A Go Go puts its own unique spin on each part of the dining day. Casual for brunch and lunch, we serve up flapjacks, farm Benedicts and our famous Hash House stuffed burgers among many other items. By dinner, the restaurant offers dining in a relaxed atmosphere with dishes like homemade chicken pot pie, braised slow-cooked barbeque pork ribs, stuffed meatloaf and homemade crab cakes.

Hash House brings farm fresh food with a funky, modern twist to Orlando's residents and visitors. The décor, like the food, is one part farm, one part urban. From the old-school black and white farm photos to the modern bar to the relaxed booths, Hash House A Go Go is about having a good time − sophistication without pretension.

Hash House A Go Go has been featured on national television – the Martha Stewart Show, The Travel Channel, The Food Network, The Cooking Channel, the Dr. Phil show and numerous other local and national shows. The restaurant has also received raves in the press – The New York Times and New York Post to mention just a few.

We can’t wait to feed you!

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5350 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819 407-307-4646 hashhouseagogo.com

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DINING & ENTERTAINMENT Kings Dining & Entertainment is a 30,000-square-foot entertainment venue featuring 22 ten-pin bowling lanes, 2 premium bars, a full-service restaurant (rated in the top ten restaurants for Orlando), 4 billiard tables, PingPong table, shuffleboard table, 2 foosball tables, a full outdoor bocce ball court and over 60 HDTVs and HD projector screens. Beyond entertainment, Kings Dining & Entertainment succeeds in throwing the notion of bad bowling food and stale beer in the gutter featuring: Executive Chef Driven Scratch Kitchen: Kings Dining & Entertainment’s menu is adorned with classic American comfort food with a twist.

Appetizers include hand-formed Buffalo Wontons, housemade Bang Bang Calamari and many other delights. The entrée portion of the menu ranges from hand-pressed fresh and juicy burgers and Grilled Steak Tips to Grilled Rosemary Chicken and House-Smoked Baby Back Ribs.

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Outback Steakhouse starts fresh every day to create the flavors that our mates crave. Outback Steakhouse is best known for grilled steaks, the Bloomin’ Onion and a wide variety of chicken and seafood. We also offer a wide variety of crisp salads and freshly made soups and sides. New creations and grilled classics, such as Victoria’s Filet Mignon and Perfectly Grilled Salmon, are made from scratch daily using only the highest quality ingredients sourced from around the world.

Our legendary pizzas are just the beginning. Enjoy our perfectly seasoned steaks, pasta, seafood, Chicago’s original deep dish pizza, relaxing bar and much more.

We welcome you for a great time out, we’re open for lunch and dinner! Or join us for a Bloomin’ Great Happy Hour and if you can’t stop by to see us, order online and we will be happy to serve you in our Curbside Takeaway!

Come join us for half-priced appetizers and great drink specials Monday – Friday 4 – 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. – close and all day Sunday. International Drive and Lake Buena Vista locations are open 11 a.m. – 2 a.m. with delivery until 12 a.m. and Kissimmee is open 11 a.m. – 12 a.m. with delivery until 10 p.m.

Now earn up to 50% off every fourth visit by joining Dine Rewards™ at www.dine-rewards.com. For more information, please visit www.outback.com.

Creative Bar: Fresh juices and syrups create their playful and nostalgic cocktails. The Savage, rimmed with pop rocks, beckons to many a childhood memory but with a playful grown up twist. Kings Dining & Entertainment also features distinctive micro brews to complement American and Imported favorites.

Kissimmee: 7804 W. Irlo Bronson Hwy., 34747 407-396-0017

Kid-friendly environment during the day and after 10 p.m. Kings Dining & Entertainment becomes 21+. A modern option for those seeking a hotspot that hearkens back to an era when good times ruled.

Orlando: 8195 Vineland Ave., 32821 407-477-0098

8255 South International Drive Orlando, FL 32819 - next to the Orlando Eye 407-363-0200 kingsorlando.com

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895 W. Osceola Pkwy. #300, 34741 407-931-0033

4845 S. Kirkman Rd., 32811 407-292-5111 8351 International Drive, 32819 407-351-5482 Visit our newest Orlando location: 6845 S. Semoran Blvd., 32822 407-362-9146

Uno's menu offers something for everyone. Kids make their own pizza.

Gluten free menu available.

Orlando I-Drive 8250 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819 407-351-8667 Kissimmee 5350 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy. Kissimmee, FL 34746 407-396-2755 Lake Buena Vista 12553 SR. 535 Orlando, FL 32836 407-827-1212 unos.com

eat 126 Chinese Restaurant 8681 West US Highway 192 407-239-8885 Top rated on TripAdvisor. Fast service and fair price. 100% pure oil and lean meat.

Serving the 192 and Disney areas (best food around Disney)! Dine-in, carry out and delivery.

Open late, 7 days a week.

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A&W All American Food Old Town: 5770 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Suite 326 407-397-2280 Orlando Premium Outlets – Vineland Avenue: I-4, Exit 68 407-239-9930 The Florida Mall: 407-857-4167 Seminole Towne Center: 200 Towne Center Circle 407-324-7337 Since 1919, A&W has made the Root Beer America loves. Visit any Orlando-area

A&W Restaurant and enjoy real draft Root Beer, great burgers and dogs, sweets and treats, onion rings and chili cheese fries.

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Antonio’s House of Pizza 4626 S. Kirkman Road 407-290-1200 2362 E. Irlo Bronson Highway 407-962-0004 At Antonio’s, we’re committed to providing delicious meals by using high quality ingredients such as extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, fresh herbs and hormone-free chicken breast among others. We prepare our dough and sauces in-house daily using our family recipes and our produce is local and delivered daily to ensure freshness.

Come and try our delicious pizza in three different styles: New York style, Sicilian (thick-crust) or our grandma-style pizza.

We also offer a variety of pasta entrées, subs, salads and our famous chicken wings all in a great atmosphere with very friendly service.

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Black Angus Steakhouse 12399 S. Apopka-Vineland Rd., Lake Buena Vista 407-239-4414 7516 West Highway 192, Kissimmee 407-390-4548 6231 International Drive, Orlando 407-354-3333 Where Value is a Tradition. The best steaks, seafood and ribs for 41 years. Serving choice or Prime beef cut daily, fresh seafood and the finest ribs. Fine wine selection. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner at 11 a.m. Lake Buena Vista and Orlando locations now serving breakfast, 8 - 11 a.m.

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Black Fire Brazilian Steakhouse 8594 Palm Parkway 407-477-7771 Black Fire is an authentic Brazilian steakhouse that features unlimited churrasco grilled meats served tableside

It’s Always Tiki Time at Open for Lunch and Dinner Full Menu, Bar and Live Entertainment

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401 Meade Ave., Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

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eat and a gourmet buffet of fresh salads, hand-rolled sushi, Chef Specials and made-to-order pasta. Families and couples enjoy the full service bar and children’s playroom.

Avg. entrée: $$-$$$

The Boardwalk Bar Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier 321-783-7549 Feast on a wide selection of fresh seafood and raw bar options at Keith’s Oyster Bar. Enjoy the open-air dining featuring a menu sure to please any seafood lover, with entrées including the Deep Fried Grouper Tenders, Shrimp and Lobster Tatchos or try The Cocoa Beach Boil; a local favorite!

Relax and unwind with tropical cocktails, all while listening to live entertainment on select days. Only an hour from Orlando in Cocoa Beach.

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Boston Lobster Feast 8731 International Drive 407-248-8606 6071 W. Irlo Bronson Highway

Kissimmee 407-396-2606 Orlando’s original lobster feast since 1990.

Featuring our “All-You-Can-Eat” lobster, prime rib, sushi and crab legs along with 60 other seafood and non-seafood items.

Plus a dessert bar with fresh baked treats, a kid’s menu and a full-service bar. Come see why we are the locals’ favorite place to eat.

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Brick House Tavern + Tap 8440 International Drive 407-355-0321 Brick House Tavern + Tap was created as an ideal place for friends to come together, hang out and enjoy a chef-inspired menu, unique beverage offerings and personalized hospitality while enjoying tavern flair.

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Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. 6000 Universal Blvd. Ste. 735 407-903-0044 Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. captures the

charm and American spirit that made the movie “Forrest Gump” a smash hit. Shrimp is the specialty but there is definitely something for everyone. Located at the entrance of the world-famous Universal CityWalk, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Orlando, feels like something pulled straight from the silver screen, full of Gump-isms, friendly service and a down-home atmosphere that’s both fun and warm all at the same time. All the great attractions, concerts and special events at Universal CityWalk are right outside our door.

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China A No. 1 5407 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway (Main Gate Flea Market Building D) 1-321-677-0017 Escape to this cultural experience to enjoy your favorite General Tso’s Chicken and a unique Chinese Dulcimer (a string instrument) performance. Chef Shan has years of experience working at Ming

Taste of Asia www.tasteofasiafl.com

Seeing is Believing.

• Japanese Sushi Bar • Chinese and Asian Lunch Specials • Dinner Combo Menu • Chef’s Specials • Diet Menu, Brown Rice, Kids Menu, & much more

8910 Turkey Lake Rd., #300

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Fax: 407-370-3187 Mon.- Thur. 11 AM - 11 PM Fri. & Sat. 11 AM - 11:30 PM Sunday 12 NOON - 11 PM We Deliver FREE! Dine-In, (min $15 & 5mil) Carry-Out

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China A No. 1 Court, the best Chinese restaurant in Orlando. Now he’s opened his own. Come taste his sesame chicken, Mongolian beef, beef with broccoli, Singapore noodle, pan-seafood combo and many other tasty dishes or call us and we’ll be happy to deliver your favorite Chinese dishes to you.

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China Buffet 8255 International Drive 407-352-0881 China Buffet has over 150 delicious authentic Chinese dishes. Our guests enjoy everything from fresh sushi, succulent snow crab legs to the best buffalo wings in town and much more that the whole family will enjoy.

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Cici’s Pizza 11701 S. International Drive 407-778-4900 8540 S. International Drive 407-363-5559 7437 N. International Drive 407-226-9822 5033 West Highway 192 407-390-9001 8586 Palm Parkway 407-238-7711 13605 South ApopkaVineland Road 407-239-4450 3815 West Vine Street 407-518-5067 7763 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway 407-390-6171

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Cici’s Pizza offers all the pizza, pasta, salad and dessert you care to eat. Try our new zestier, cheesier, tastier pizzas with more cheese and meat toppings.

Avg. entrée: $-$$

Citrus Garden Chinese Restaurant 8123 Vineland Ave. 407-477-0255

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Delicious New York style Chinese restaurant located in the center of all the attractions. Voted best Chinese food in Orlando, serving the Universal, Disney, SeaWorld, 192/Kissimmee and airport area. Dine-in, take-out. Delivery available until midnight.

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42 HD TVS • GOURMET BURGERS • FLATBREADS • STEAKS • WINGS • FRESH SALADS SANDWICHES • FULL BAR • 32° DRAFT BEER • SIX LANES OF BOWLING • GAME ROOM PRIVATE DINING • LARGE COVERED OUTDOOR DECK WITH FIRE PITS

PERFECT FOR SPORTS GROUPS, FAMILY OUTINGS AND CELEBRATIONS

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BREAKFAST • LUNCH • DINNER

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LU LU’S ASIAN WINGS A sinful concoction of sweet and savory ingredients tossed with 12 of our crispy deep fried chicken wings. Topped with thinly sliced scallions, spicy peppers and lightly dusted with sesame seeds.

GARLIC BURGER Crisp Cherrywood smoked bacon, roasted garlic aioli, crisp shredded lettuce, tomatoes, shaved red onions and crisp pickles on a buttery toasted bun.

TATCHOS This is the new twist on the traditional appetizer. We top crispy tater tots with fresh bacon bits, diced tomatoes, green onions and sour cream. Then we finish it off with Pale Ale cheese sauce.

Once you start, you can’t stop!

SMOKED BRISKET TACOS Three flour tortillas filled with our smoked brisket, shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes and crème fraîche.

JIM BEAM® BOURBON GLAZED WILD SALMON

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Fresh Atlantic salmon cut daily and grilled to your specifications then glazed with our house-made Jim Beam® bourbon glaze.

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#1 CHICAGO STYLE STUFFED PIZZA Many years later, Mama Giordano’s two sons, Efren and Joseph, moved to Chicago and featured their mother’s culinary fare in their new South Side restaurant.

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Giordano's Italian Chicago Style

he Chicago style cuisine featured at Giordano’s Kissimmee and Giordano’s Lake Buena Vista goes beyond their 26 years of being one of the best scratch kitchens in Central Florida.

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The recipe for Giordano’s now-famous double stuffed deep dish pizza is one that has evolved over several decades. Its creation began in a small northern Italian village of Torino. Mama Giordano was famous for her exquisite cooking of large dishes, most of all her “two crusted cheese stuffed pie”.

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Now for over two and a half decades, you can enjoy the authentic Italian Giordano’s cuisine here at the East Disney Lake Buena Vista and West Disney Kissimmee locations featuring dine in, carry-out and delivery every day of the year. They feature double stuffed pan and hand stretched pizzas topped with the freshest of ingredients and 100% Wisconsin cheese.

Hand Stretched to Perfection!

Creative pasta dishes, a variety of exciting salad and appetizer options pair well with their own label of excellence wines.

Culminate your dining experience with their signature tiramisu, cannoli or triple chocolate cake which are amazing!

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Kissimmee DISNEY WEST 407-397-0044

#1 Stuffed Pan Pizza

Lake Buena Vista DISNEY EAST 407-239-8900

eat Drafts Sports Bar & Grill Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa 9500 Turkey Lake Road 407-352-9293 Drafts brings the excitement of a sports bar in a family-friendly atmosphere with wall-to-wall TVs playing all your favorite sports, a six-lane bowling alley and large state-of-the-art Game Room. The awardwinning restaurant features hand-crafted burgers, steaks, fresh salads, seafood and much more, all complemented with a full bar.

Avg. entrée: $-$$

El Patron Restaurante Mexicano 12167 S. Apopka Vineland Road 407-238-5300 Family-owned. Modern Mexican cuisine.

Full liquor bar. Five minutes from Disney Springs®. Open daily for lunch and dinner.

New signature lunch buffet and brunch on weekends.

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Epic McDonald’s 6875 Sand Lake Rd. (corner of International Drive) 407-351-2185

Crab. BOOZE. GOOD VIEWS. Join us for happy hour every weekday!

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8400 International Dr. Orlando, FL 32819 407.352.32819 joescrabshack.com *ALSO VISIT OUR KISSIMMEE LOCATIONS!

With a captivating, two-story whimsical design, chef-inspired pastas and pizzas and a towering PlayPlace and arcade, Orlando’s newest family tourist destination is ready to welcome millions of guests to Epic McDonald’s. #epicmcdorl Avg. entrée: $

Flame Kabob 7536 Dr. Phillips Boulevard #360 407-248-2280 A family-owned casual restaurant featuring Middle Eastern, Lebanese, Syrian and Moroccan cuisine, as well as traditional American favorites, gyros. All the dishes are freshly prepared from scratch and from the best ingredients.

Open for both lunch and dinner.

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The Ghirardelli Ice Cream and Chocolate Shop is the perfect destination to experience Ghirardelli in all five senses.

Indulge in our delectable chocolate and

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Ghirardelli® Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop Disney Springs® Marketplace 407-934-8855

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eat World Famous Hot Fudge Sundaes topped with freshly handmade hot fudge. From fountain treats to our signature Squares to unique gifts, you’ll find only the best quality at Ghirardelli. www.ghirardelli.com Avg. entrée: $-$$

Giordano’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria Kissimmee DISNEY WEST: 7866 W. Irlo Bronson Highway 407-397-0044 Lake Buena Vista DISNEY EAST: 12151 S. Apopka Vineland Road 407-239-8900 Enjoy Chicago’s famous stuffed pizza right here in Florida. Try one of our pizza and pasta dishes, with gluten free options available. Large parties welcome!

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Golden Corral 407-352-6606 See ad on page 65 for locations.

Buffet lovers, look no further! This casual, American restaurant offers enormous

“all-you-care-to-eat” breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets at prices anyone can afford.

Stuff yourself silly!

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Hard Rock Cafe 6050 Universal Boulevard 407-351-7625 Grab a burger and a side order of rock ‘n roll history. Located at Universal CityWalk™ entertainment complex, Hard Rock Cafe Orlando is the biggest HRC in the world and boasts more pieces of music memorabilia than any other location. Enjoy classic American cuisine including legendary burgers, barbeque chicken and ribs, steaks, salads and desserts. Now serving breakfast!

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Hurricane Grill & Wings® Clermont Area 1203 Sunrise Plaza Drive 352-242-0567 Lake Buena Vista/Disney Springs® Area 13520 S. Apopka Vineland Road 407-938-9090 Escape With Flavor at Hurricane Grill & Wings, the ultimate place to kick back, relax and enjoy the flip-flop lifestyle.

Create a whole new flavor sensation when you add one of our more than 35 flavors to your wings, burger or favorite entrée! We offer and are not limited to: Weekly Entertainment (please call location of your choice for schedule), Indoor & Outdoor

Hokkaido Chinese and Japanese Buffet 12173 S. Apopka Vineland Rd. 407-778-5188 5737 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee 407-396-0669

12173 S. Apopka-Vineland Rd Orlando, FL 32836

Japanese and Chinese dishes. From our Chinese dishes, sushi rolls, and fresh seafood to our desserts and everything in between, all our buffet offerings prepared fresh throughout the day are delicious and full of flavor. We hope walking down the line filling your plate feels like a new and exciting adventure every time you’re here.

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Open daily from 11am - 11pm Happy Hour Drink Special 4pm - 7pm

10% OFF LUNCH OR 15% OFF DINNER

WITH PURCHASE OF A DRINK NOT VALID WITH ANY OTHER OFFERS. EXPIRES 7/31/18. CODE: ILO

Bar, Exclusive Buyouts, Extensive Selection of Beers & Tropical Drinks, Group Menus Tailored to Your Budget and Needs and Off-Site Catering.

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freshly prepared from scratch and from the best ingredients. Open for both lunch and dinner. Visit our second location, Flame Kabob, in Dr. Phillips.

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Ichiban Buffet 5269 West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway 407-396-6668 5529 International Drive 407-930-8889

Joe’s Crab Shack

Ichiban Hibachi and Grill Buffet is your number one choice to enjoy a spectacular array of popular Japanese, Chinese, American and multicultural cuisine. Pay only the buffet price and start enjoying.

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Jerusalem Middle Eastern Restaurant 2920 Vineland Road 407-397-2230 A family-owned casual restaurant featuring Middle Eastern, Lebanese, Syrian and Moroccan cuisine, as well as traditional American favorites, gyros. All the dishes are

8400 International Dr. 407-352-32819 Joe’s Crab Shack offers a variety from all parts of the sea and shore. Dine with us for a great experience! Don’t forget to check out our locations in Kissimmee.

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Keith’s Oyster Bar Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier 321-783-7549 Feast on a wide selection of fresh seafood and raw bar options at Keith’s Oyster Bar. Enjoy the open-air dining featuring a menu sure to please any seafood lover, with entrées including the Deep Fried Grouper Tenders, Shrimp and Lobster Tatchos or try The Cocoa Beach Boil; a local favorite!

Relax and unwind with tropical cocktails, all while listening to live entertainment on

select days. Only an hour from Orlando in Cocoa Beach.

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Lighthouse Lobster Feast 7675 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway 407-507-3899 6400 International Drive 407-355-3750 Come enjoy the best seafood in town!

Choose from either our famous All-YouCan-Eat Lobster and Seafood Feast or our all new À la Carte menu. Also enjoy our full bar with nightly drink specials.

Avg. entrée: $$-$$$

Mandarin Garden 9350 West US Highway 192 #102, Clermont 1-863-547-8802 Best Chinese, seafood and vegetarian food in the Disney area. Call today to treat yourself, your family and friends to simple good tasting Chinese food. Only use high quality lean meats and garden fresh vegetables.

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SM ALL BITES. BIG FLAVOR. crisp lager. Or try the Gold Coast Coconut Shrimp, hand-dipped in batter and rolled in coconut and served with a delicious creole marmalade. Pair the Coconut Shrimp with a crisp, bubbly cider.

If you’re looking for a small bite on the lighter side, the Seared Peppered Ahi is a must! This dish is sashimi-style Tuna seared rare and placed over an Asian slaw and paired with a creamy ginger-soy sauce. See the full list of Aussie-tizers® at outback.com.

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ave a small bite stuffed with big fun and flavor.

Pop by Señor Frog’s and join a crazy themed party or enjoy a froggylicious family lunch or dinner. Have an amazing time while enjoying a meal packed full with flavor, surrounded by a fun and cheerful atmosphere.

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Think outside the box but keep it simple and fun with the craziest items on the menu. Try the Corn on the Cob, a street classic appetizer, tasty sweet corn covered with mayo, lime, cheese and chili powder. Check out the original WHAT THE FROG BROWNIE – DORITOS®. Words fall short to describe this oh-so-rare delicacy; you’ll have to try it yourself.

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Kings Dining & Entertainment - Mac and Cheese Bites

Kings Dining & Entertainment offers a memorable experience unique to any other venue in Orlando. Kings features made-from-scratch, award-winning food that has made it a 5-star restaurant on TripAdvisor and the class of I-Drive’s restaurant scene. Guest favorites include Fried Bang Bang Calamari, hand-tossed Margherita Pizza, Grilled Steak Tips,

Buffalo Wontons, Mac and Cheese Bites and the Loaded Sweet Potato Waffle Fries.

The menu also features inventive craft cocktails with options for any taste including the shareable 64-ounce Big Ball cocktail and a curated beer list with popular and up-and-coming selections from around the country. In addition to the impressive food and beverage offerings, Kings boasts entertainment options including luxury bowling lanes, billiards, shuffleboard, air hockey and Ping-Pong that round out the experience.

At Black Angus Steakhouse, their stuffed mushrooms are a culinary delight.

They start with a jumbo mushroom and stuff it with real crab meat. Topped with a dash of shredded mozzarella cheese they are sure to please everyone. The key to crafting the perfect stuffed mushroom is texture, a combination of meaty, earthy mushrooms cradling a rich, creamy filling full of sweet, tender crab, with just a few subtle seasonings that accentuate all the natural flavors of these ingredients. The stuffed mushrooms are prepared fresh every morning and baked to perfection.

Outback Steakhouse’s Aussie-tizers® are made with fresh ingredients that bring out bold flavors, like their signature Bloomin’ Onion. The guest favorite is made with a special onion that is hand-carved and battered to order, then cooked until it’s golden and ready to dip into the spicy signature bloom sauce. The Bloomin’ Onion pairs nicely with a light,

Drafts Sports Bar & Grill at Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa is an exciting new restaurant that brings together the popular concepts of brew pubs and gourmet burger bars. From gripping entertainment on their 42 HD TVs, to specialty 32° draft beers, to a state-ofthe-art Mission Control Game Room and six lanes of bowling, you’ll find something exciting and delicious for everyone in the family! Indulge in their famous Tatchos, crispy tater tots all topped with fresh bacon bits, diced tomatoes, green onions, sour cream and finished off with Pale Ale cheese sauce.

Whether you like it sweet, spicy or plain, the mouthwatering Signature House-Made Buttermilk Marinated Fried Chicken Tenders are waiting for you!

Served naked or tossed in your choice of sauce: Buffalo, Sweet Thai, BBQ, Salt and Vinegar, Jerk, Garlic Parmesan, Sweet Vidalia or Jet Fuel (you will need to sign a waiver). Lu Lu’s Asian Wings, a sinful mouthwatering concoction of sweet and savory.

The fun never stops at Drafts, open daily and located at 9500 Turkey Lake Road, Orlando, FL 32819.

Order small plates for yourself or bring a crowd to share more small bites!

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eat Mango’s Tropical Café 8126 International Drive 407-673-4422 Mango’s Tropical Café brings an incredible Family-Friendly Restaurant & Nightlife Entertainment Destination experience to everyone in Orlando. Enjoy our delicious Florribean style food, exotic beverages and Live Entertainment 7 days a week.

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Manny's Original Chophouse 8520 W. Irlo Bronson Hwy, Kissimmee 407-396-8880 Welcome to the BEST Steakhouse for families in town! Good value, good food.

Cooked just right and served up in a fun, friendly and courteous atmosphere. Come in for a great time! You've found the best place! Open 7 days a week.

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Old Town Ice Cream Old Town 5770 West US Highway 192

407-397-2280 Orlando Premium Outlets Vineland Ave. 407-239-9930 Homemade Ice Cream America loves. Visit either location in Kissimmee or Orlando and enjoy fresh homemade ice cream, gelato, sorbet, sherbet, sundaes, banana splits, shakes, smoothies, floats, homemade waffle cones and much more.

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Pacino’s Italian Ristorante 5795 West US Highway 192 Mile Marker #9 407-396-8022 Pacino’s features homemade, old-world recipes, including your favorites like Lasagna, Chicken Parmesan and Spaghetti with Meatballs, all served with handmade bread. Also, brick oven pizzas, fresh salads and authentic Italian desserts. Watch your hand-cut steaks cook on our Oak Grill. Full liquor and extensive wine list. Large parties and carry out available.

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Pelican’s Bar and Grill Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier 321-783-7549 Enjoy panoramic Atlantic Ocean views and relaxing atmosphere at Pelican’s Bar & Grill. Be sure to check out the new dinner menu including fresh seafood appetizers such as the Lobster Bruschetta or try an array of delicious entrées like the Nori Tuna Steak, Lobster Mac and Cheese and The Pier Seafood Feast. Only an hour from Orlando in Cocoa Beach.

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Ponderosa Steakhouse 7598 West US Highway 192 (Close to Disney; Mile Marker 5-6) 407-396-7721 5771 West US Highway 192 (Across from Old Town) 407-397-2477 Ponderosa Steakhouse is well known for its extensive menu selection of Steaks, Chicken and Fish entrées. All entrées include our “All You Care To Eat Buffet” and a choice of potato without additional charge. Our World-Famous Chicken Wings

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eat are now back on the buffet! The buffet is divided into three different sections: The salad bar, the hot food bar and the dessert bar. Ponderosa Steakhouse is a Family oriented restaurant, and our mission is to make dining out affordable for families and satisfy even the pickiest of appetites.

Ponderosa’s mission is to serve tasty food, in an enjoyable atmosphere at reasonable prices but best of all is our outstanding and exceptional service!

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Rikki Tiki Tavern Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier 321-783-7549 Head on down to the very end of the Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier where you will find the famous Rikki Tiki Tavern. Enjoy lunch, dinner and open-aired seating with a view at 800 feet over the Atlantic Ocean.

Rikki Tiki Tavern is also the perfect spot to relax and unwind with a full menu featuring an array of tropical cocktails and entrées. Only one hour from Orlando.

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Señor Frog’s Orlando 8747 International Drive 407-351-2525

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Señor Frog’s Orlando is conveniently located on International Drive only 1.5 miles from the Orange County Convention Center. Señor Frog’s is open from 12 p.m. – 2 a.m., with live music every night at 8 p.m. To book group events, contact gvazquez@andermail.com. Señor Frog’s Orlando is the only place where anything can happen.

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Sizzler 7602 West US Highway 192 407-397-0997 Serving a gigantic All-You-Can-Eat breakfast buffet. Specializing in hand-cut tasty charbroiled steaks, the freshest seafood, a variety of skinless boneless chicken, fresh fruit and salads.

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Come on in and watch us serve up your very own favorite custom made dessert creation while pretending you are back in the ‘50s at your hometown drive-in.

Featuring a full line of premium homemade ice cream with no preservatives, Italian gelato, gourmet freshly baked cupcakes, pastries, cookies, pies, cakes and European crepes. Have fun and enjoy sweet dreams!

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Taste of Asia 8910 Turkey Lake Road, Unit #300 407-370-3186 407-370-3188 Offering the most affordable prices and variety of choices in the tourist area. Daily fresh Japanese Sushi Bar, Chinese and Asian lunch specials, noodles, dinner combo menu, chef’s specials, diet menu, brown rice, Kids Menu and much more.

Within walking distance of International Dr., SeaWorld® Orlando, Universal Studios™ Orlando and Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa. Dine-in, carry-out and free delivery.

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1 8 T H A N N UA L W. H . O . P A RT Y Resorts Orlando, he thanked everyone for attending the event and for their continued partnership. Mr. Swan then welcomed Westgate Resorts CEO and President, David Siegel, to the stage.

Mr. Siegel greeted the crowd and thanked Mr. Swan and the entire SeaWorld® Parks & Resorts Orlando team for hosting this one-of-a-kind exclusive event. He shared his admiration for the W.H.O. Program which has just entered its 18th year. He expressed enthusiasm for the programs ongoing growth as it continues to extend new and exciting discount savings and the recent launch of a new website.

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appeared on the silver screen in multiple feature films including Rocky III and has starred in and produced numerous television shows.

For nearly four decades, Hulk Hogan has been a staple of American Pop Culture and has appeared on living room television sets of millions of families, worldwide. Mr. Siegel welcomed Mr. Hogan’s newest venture, Hogan’s Beach Shop, one of the most unique retail stores in all of Orlando. Hogan’s Beach Shop is located at the intersection of I-Drive and Sand Lake Road.

Mr. Siegel surprised the audience by announcing the celebrity guest for the night, Hulk Hogan.

Regarded by many as the greatest wrestler of all time, Hulk Hogan is often referred to as the Babe Ruth of Professional Wrestling. He is an eighteen time World Champion title belt holder, has graced the cover of Sports Illustrated®,

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Hulk Hogan and Mr. Siegel continued with a congratulatory presentation to the top three hotel referral program performers.

Each winner was presented with a plaque in their honor, as well as a 4-day / 3-night Westgate Resort stay. Grand raffles were drawn and lucky winners of the night received prizes, such as an autographed tee shirt by Hulk Hogan, a SeaWorld® Parks & Resorts Gift Basket, an Orlando Magic autographed team basketball, an Orlando City Soccer gift package with an autographed soccer ball, a one week car rental courtesy of Enterprise Rent-A-Car, a 4-day / 3-night stay at Westgate River Ranch Resort and Rodeo, a 7-day / 6-night cruise courtesy of ICE and a 7-day / 6-night Interval International stay anywhere in the world!

Following the presentation of awards, guests were treated to a private Clyde and Seamore’s Sea Lion High Show!

At the show, they were able to see amazing animal behaviors and enjoy fun audience interactions. The high energy of the night continued on as guests were invited to enjoy the thrills on Mako®, Orlando’s tallest, fastest and longest roller coaster, named for one of the ocean’s fastest known sharks. In addition, guests had the opportunity to experience a rare, up-close look at prehistoric predators whose ancestors dominated the sea over 450 million years ago at the Shark Encounter®.

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Guests danced the night away with an amazing DJ playing the top hits while they indulged in their sweet tooth with an array of desserts, had the opportunity to play a game and had caricatures made by the amazing park artists. As the evening came to an end, guests were left with endless memories and the experience of a lifetime.

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BUBBA GUM P S H R I M P C O. a bit of Bubba Gump home with them through various pieces of merchandise, including the ever-popular “Run Forrest Run” T-shirt, a box of chocolates or a cookbook full of classic recipes.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. has grown into a globally-recognized brand with 16 international locations throughout Asia, Europe and Mexico and 28 locations in the United States.

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southern-style comfort dishes plucked straight off the silver screen, alongside award-winning baby back ribs, burgers, salads and more in a fun and energetic atmosphere.

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eat Taste of China 7832 West US Highway 192 407-397-9911 1-866-397-1890 Voted one of the Best Chinese Restaurants around since 1997. Serving more than 100 famous Chinese dishes with very affordable prices for dine-in, take-out or delivery in the Kissimmee area. Customer satisfaction is our number one priority! 1-mile from Westgate Vacation Villas & Town Center Resort & Spa and Westgate Towers Resort.

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Texas Roadhouse Kissimmee: 7973 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway 407-787-3778 Orlando (Lee Vista): 6372 S. Semoran Boulevard 407-852-9104 Texas Roadhouse offers Legendary Food and Legendary Service. Our Story: Hearty Hand-Cut Steaks, Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs, Made-From-Scratch Sides and Dressings, Fresh-Baked Bread, Ice-Cold-Beer and

Legendary Margaritas. Both locations welcome and celebrate birthdays with a legendary “Yee-Haw” and are large party friendly.

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unique shopping experience provides Orlando and the surrounding communities with the highest quality natural and organic products available.

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Tony Roma’s 8560 International Drive 407-248-0094

WildSide BBQ Bar & Grille 7725 West US Highway 192 Mile Marker #5 407-396-1166 407-239-7166

Legendary for ribs, famous for so much more! Come in to enjoy the new design and updated menu – including a new indoor/outdoor bar, expanded rib offerings, small plates, 20 beers on tap and private dining spaces. Be one of the first to see the future of Tony Roma’s!

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Whole Foods Market Orlando 8003 Turkey Lake Road (Just off of I-4, at Turkey Lake & Sand Lake Road) 407-355-7100 Whole Foods Market is the premier location for grocery shopping amongst the natural and organic community. Their

Award-winning smoked daily BBQ items including ribs, pulled pork, chicken and beef with a selection of hand-cut steaks, burgers and signature salads. View all sporting events on our big screen HD TVs. Outdoor dining game room, large party, full bar and event space available. We are Kissimmee’s premier BBQ hot spot.

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ne of Central Florida’s most diverse golf landscapes has produced a unique collection of Jack Nicklaus Signature-designed golf courses in the heart of Orlando at Grand Cypress. The North, South and East nines form a 27-hole combination of classic Nicklaus challenges, all which place a premium on strategy and accuracy. The new course is an authentic links experience inspired by the Old Course at St. Andrews, featuring 18 holes that are so admired by tour pros they used the course to prepare for the British open.

Grand Cypress is home to one of the most innovative instructional facilities in the game, the Grand Cypress Academy of Golf. The Academy has been named a “Top 25 Golf School in America” by Golf Magazine and it provides lessons and clinics for both the novice seeking a good start in the game as well as the accomplished player in need of little finetuning. Instruction takes place in an ideal setting at the Academy of Golf’s 21-acre facility, which features three regulationsize Jack Nicklaus signature-designed practice holes and the latest technology designed to improve your game.

The Grand Cypress Golf Club is a true luxury, golf experience. Renowned for superb conditioning year round, the golf courses are open to club members, golf groups, tournaments and public play.

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n behalf of the Board of Directors and the entire Central Florida Concierge Association membership, it is my honor and privilege to recognize and congratulate the 2017 Concierge and Associate Members of the year.

The Concierge Member of the Year is awarded to Allison Painter from the WDW Swan and Dolphin Resort. A recent addition to the CFCA Association, Allison, has demonstrated great dedication, invaluable time and hard work.

Her efforts on helping to organize meetings and events have impressed us all. All of this past year’s meetings have been a success.

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Amanda has been an integral part of our annual celebrations for many years. This year, she has also designed our very first CFCA brochure. We are very lucky and appreciative of all her contributions.

These very special recipients have certainly influenced this association, profession, industry and in some way, each one of us.

I, congratulate and applaud, Allison and Amanda on their well-deserved recognition and achievement.

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tips MEDICAL INFORMATION Emergency: Dial 911. For roadside emergencies, Florida Highway Patrol blue call boxes are along major highways; on your cell phone, dial *FHP.

Centra Care – Florida Hospital Urgent Care 407-200-2273 Walk-in urgent care with board-certified physicians on-site 7 days a week. Centra Care is the affordable alternative to the emergency room for urgent, non lifethreatening medical care.

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Affordable medical care in the comfort of your hotel room by Board Certified, Florida licensed Pediatric and Family Practice physicians. Care is provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If a clinic setting is preferred, our clinic is located minutes away from major attractions.

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Walgreens 1-800-WALGREENS Trusted since 1901. Here to help you get, stay and live well. Prescription delivery service to your hotel, one hour photo24 hours, fresh food mart, souvenirs, cosmetics, nutrition center, electronics, auto and more. Healthcare Clinic at select Walgreens.

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GROUND TRANSPORTATION/ RENTALS For taxi or limousine service, contact your resort or hotel’s guest service desk.

Caesar’s Transportation 407-944-4444 For all of your transportation needs, call on Caesar’s Transportation.

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THE MEDICAL CO N C I ERG E ® Whether vacationing or visiting the area on business, you can travel in confidence, knowing that should an unexpected illness or injury occur, one simple phone call gives you access to Board Certified and Florida licensed physicians 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including holidays.

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Doctor house calls provide convenient medical care and assistance in the comfort of your hotel room, resort or event venue. During a Medical Concierge® doctor house call, in-room diagnostics are provided, including X-ray and basic laboratory testing. If needed, medication is conveniently dispensed at the time of the physician visit. If a clinic setting is preferred, their state-of-the-art clinic is conveniently located close to major attractions.

In addition to Pediatric and Family Practice Physicians, The Medical Concierge® also provides same-day appointments for Dentists and specialists, including OB/GYN,

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They are sensitive to the needs of the international guests and have eliminated the language barrier by offering translation services. The team is comprised of bilingual and multilingual medical professionals who facilitate patients’ needs swiftly and effectively.

Fit-to-fly letters are provided by the physician to the patient in the event travel plans must be altered due to medical restrictions. They accept travelers insurance, and self-pay rates are set competitively and with the traveler’s budget in mind. If needed, they also provide an insurance coded receipt.

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LYNX public transportation system offers stops at area attractions and hotels. The LYNX hotline is 407-841-LYNX (5969).

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pring is in the air at Westgate Resorts! It’s time to see what all the buzz is about while vacationing in style at one of Westgate Resorts’ sensational destination options. Party like a high roller at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino or experience world-famous attractions near one of our sunny resorts in Florida. No matter what your dream getaway looks like, Westgate Resorts will provide you and your family with everything you need for an unforgettable vacation.

With something for everyone to enjoy, Westgate Vacation Villas & Town Center Resort & Spa is a premier family resort near Orlando, Florida that provides a five-star vacation experience. Each luxury villa is designed with your family in mind by providing spacious living and dining areas, a fully equipped kitchen and comfortable, modern décor so the whole family will feel right at home.

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The best way to embrace Florida in the spring is by experiencing exhilarating water slides, a children’s splash pad, multiple thrill slides, a pirate ship play feature, a lazy river and a 7,000-square-foot Paradise Cove swimming pool at the two-story Ship Wreck Island water park. Westgate Vacation Villas & Town Center Resort & Spa has on-site activities and amenities for every kid – and kid at heart.

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Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa is a beautiful lakefront resort in the heart of Orlando, Florida.

Guests can relax at this tropical paradise that provides ultimate vacation satisfaction with spacious, fully furnished villas, lavish amenities and on-site entertainment. Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa is in a prime location near famous Orlando attractions like Universal Orlando Resort™, Walt Disney World® Resort and SeaWorld® Orlando.

exciting entertainment on HD TVs, to a state-ofthe-art Mission Control Game Room and six lanes of bowling, there’s more to experience here than ever before. This family-friendly eatery is always serving up the most tender steaks, the freshest seafood, gourmet burgers and crisp salads. For all your vacation necessities including groceries, souvenirs, apparel, sun care products or unique gift items, head over to The Marketplace.

For sweet pastries and desserts, check out Sid’s Bistro, where We Proudly Serve Starbucks™ Coffee. All conveniently located inside Westgate Resort & Spa, you’ll feel right at home while being pampered like a guest.

Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo Teepee

Just a short drive from the Orlando area, you’ll find a beautiful resort nestled on 1,700 acres of untouched Florida countryside. Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo offers guests a unique vacation experience by providing both the authenticity of a dude ranch and the luxury of gorgeous cabin-style villas. This is the perfect season to try something new during your stay. Want to enjoy the natural beauty of our resort without actually “roughing it?” Glamping (glamorous camping) is the perfect way to experience the great outdoors, but with the amenities of a resort. Or, reserve a Luxe Teepee for a truly extraordinary vacation! Each Luxe Teepee is themed in authentic Native American style and comes fully furnished with private bathrooms, air conditioning, gorgeous wood floors, a mini fridge, fireplace and more. Enjoy all the beauty of the outdoors without missing the essential comforts of home.

As the largest authentic dude ranch on the East Coast, you’ll find a variety of outdoor activities at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo. Meander through trails on horseback or cast a line and go fishing at the Catch & Release Pond or Kissimmee River. Shoot clay pigeons and practice your archery

skills at the Trap & Skeet Range. Kids will love the Petting Farm, pony rides and Adventure Park complete with a zip line, a bungee jumper, rockclimbing wall, bounce houses and mechanical bull!

Put on your boots and line dance under the stars on the outdoor dance hall at the River Ranch Saloon. Featuring a full bar and live music, the Saloon is the perfect place to kick back and relax, or kick up your heels and hit the dance floor!

Cowboys will thrill you as they ride bulls, rope calves and perform courageous stunts and tricks.

Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo offers a unique experience for families and friends to spend time together that is unlike any other.

Need a dose of vitamin sea? The Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier is the place to be! The Pier has been a treasured landmark, attracting locals and millions of visitors to the Space Coast in sunny Central Florida for over 53 years. Guests have gathered here for decades to appreciate the exciting beach setting, world-famous surfing, superb fishing location and breathtaking views of nearby rocket launches.

Hungry guests can choose from five restaurants and bars, each featuring enticing plates of fresh local oysters, crab legs, shrimp and more. Dine 800 feet above the Atlantic Ocean at the brandnew bar, Rikki Tiki Tavern. Enjoy the stunning sights and soothing sounds of the ocean while you relax at the edge of the pier right over rushing waves. Party at the pier on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays and listen to awesome live bands jam while you sip on ice-cold beer and specialty cocktails.

The Pier also offers rental options for surfboards, beach chairs, umbrellas and all the beach and sport essentials you’ll need, conveniently located right on the beach. Before you leave, don’t forget souvenir shopping at the Pier Shop and Tropical Threads Boutique to find unique, locally made artisan crafts, décor and the best beach apparel from the independent Pier Gear clothing line.

Further down the Florida coast, you’ll find Westgate South Beach Oceanfront Resort in fabulous Miami. Guests at this resort enjoy easy

Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa provides a long list of amenities for guests to feel pampered during their stay. Escape for the day and rejuvenate your mind and body with more than 80 world-class spa services at Serenity Spa by Westgate. The Fitness Center provides state-of-the-art equipment so you don’t have to miss a workout while on vacation.

Take a break from the sunshine and check out the new restaurant, Drafts Sports Bar & Grill. From

Westgate Cocoa Beach Pier

Sit back, relax and enjoy the endless entertainment Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino has to offer.

From the remodeled third-floor pool deck complete with private cabanas and a poolside bar, to the nightly shows located right on property – you’ll find it hard to leave.

Westgate South Beach Oceanfront Resort

access to an amazing stretch of white-sand beach just a short walk away from their villa. When you're not soaking up sun on the beach, the resort is ideally located minutes from the Art Deco district and South Beach nightlife, shopping and restaurants. At the end of the day, unwind in a luxury villa with a fully equipped kitchen, living area with sleeper sofa and flat-panel TV. Be treated like a VIP from the moment you arrive.

Once inside, you'll receive five-star service from our friendly concierge team from check-in to checkout. Besides beach access and beautifully decorated guest rooms, the resort offers plenty of on-site amenities including private cabanas, volleyball courts, a playground, fire pits and more.

Relax by the heated outdoor pool and order a refreshing drink from the pool's Beach Bar. At Westgate South Beach Oceanfront Resort, you'll experience the relaxation of a tropical beach getaway next to the excitement of a lively city full of entertainment and culture.

If you’re feeling lucky, there is no place like fabulous Las Vegas! Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino is located right in the center of all the excitement, just one block from the famous Strip.

From the moment you walk into the elegant Lobby, you’ll be greeted and treated like a high roller.

If you’re looking for lavish amenities, look no further! Go shopping at the many retail shops or test your luck at the 90,000-square-foot casino.

Recently opened is the beautiful on-site spa, Serenity Spa by Westgate. This soothing getaway provides guests with a wide range of pampering massages, body scrubs and cleansing facials. The Fitness Center provides guests with state-of-the-art equipment so you won’t miss a work out.

Edge Steakhouse is a new twist on the American steakhouse. Edge boasts multiple Best of State® awards in Park City, Utah, including three Best Steakhouse honors and two Best Overall Dining Establishment in the state. Guests at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino can taste the tender steaks, fresh seafood and indulgent desserts that made Edge Steakhouse a famous, award-winning restaurant. For a traditional, yet imaginative menu of Italian cuisine, visit Fresco Italiano. This Tuscan-style restaurant features a menu of fresh Italian favorites in a casual setting.

Choose from Bone-in Veal Chop or Beef Short Rib Stuffed Tortellini as well as all your favorite pastas and traditional Italian sauces.

Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino is home to some of the most unique and exciting shows in the city. Enter the erotic, tantalizing world of SEXXY, the city’s sexiest personalities. And of course, you can’t miss out on the recently remodeled and expanded, The “Best of Vegas” Race & Sports SuperBook®, the largest in the world with more than 30,000square-feet of heart pounding sports action.

If you’re looking for adventure, take a trip to Westgate Park City Resort & Spa, most recently awarded the prestigious AAA 4-Diamond Resort Award. This elegant resort sits at the base of the majestic Canyons resort in the heart of Park City, Utah. Voted Best Timeshare Development Worldwide by Perspective Magazine, Westgate Park City Resort & Spa is the perfect mountain resort to spend your vacation. Park City boasts the best outdoor adventures in Utah. The area offers an abundance of exhilarating experiences from hot air balloon rides, mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding. Spring is the perfect season to spend the day partaking in outdoor excursions while taking in the breathtaking mountain landscape. With all these options and more there is definitely something for the whole family to enjoy.

After a day of enjoying the outdoors, sightseeing historic Park City or relaxing at the resort, enjoy the best dining in Park City – right at the resort! Voted two-time “Best Overall Dining Establishment” in the state of Utah, Edge Steakhouse is an awardwinning, elegant American steakhouse. Everything on the menu is original, organically or locally sourced and decadent. For sports fans, Drafts Burger Bar is the perfect place to refuel!

Combining the fun atmosphere of a brewpub with gourmet food, Drafts pairs succulent burgers and delicious appetizers with a full bar featuring worldly wines and specialty beers. For a sweet treat, try one of the decadent milk shakes, like the Strawberry in Paradise. The spectacular views of the mountains, the cozy and lavish villas, the amenities and dining at Westgate Park City Resort & Spa will make your stay unforgettable.

Westgate Park City Resort & Spa

About Westgate Resorts Westgate Resorts is the largest privately-held timeshare company in the world and is a distinguished leader in the industry. The company has been refining the timeshare industry for more than 30 years. Wakulla Suites, a Westgate Resort is the newest addition to the resort family and is undergoing a $14 million renovation to open as Westgate Cocoa Beach Resort in summer 2018.

Westgate Park City Resort & Spa has fine dining at Edge Steakhouse, a world-class spa and the best outdoor adventures in the country. With several of the resorts in sunny Central Florida, Westgate Resorts provides guests with central access to theme parks and entertainment in the Orlando area. Each resort is equipped with five-star amenities and impeccable service to provide guests with the highest level of satisfaction as well as a lifetime of vacation memories.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: westgateresorts.com

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Vegas is home to some of the best restaurants in the world, and while you’re visiting, you’ll enjoy a wide selection of award-winning dining. If you’re looking for authentic sushi in a peaceful setting, visit Rikki Tiki Sushi, or indulge in different flavors from around the world at The Fresh Buffet. From the world-famous Benihana to home-style cooking at Sid’s Café, hungry guests will find plenty of options to satisfy any craving.

For guests wanting to work out, the state-of-the art Fitness Center is available 24-hours a day. For a Zen, stress-relieving workout, attend a class in the Yoga Studio. Classes range from Hot Power Yoga to classes for all levels. Relax and unwind during your mountain retreat at Best of State® Best Destination Spa, Serenity Spa by Westgate, featuring a waterfall relaxation pool, Aromatherapy Steam Room and Cedar Sauna.

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LAKE TOHO

Caliente, from the table to the stage.

Experience dynamic performances every evening, fresh Floribbean cuisine and an energy that’s electric at Mango’s Tropical Cafe. Family and flavor go hand-in-hand in the heart of International Drive, with world-class chefs serving up unbelievable meals, luxury interiors that feel like a slice of paradise and entertainment that will leave you wanting más, mucho más.

RESERVE YOUR TABLE TODAY

MANGO’S TROPICAL CAFE ORLANDO 8126 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819 Open 7 days a week, 6pm–2am T: (407) 673-4422 W: MangosOrlando.com

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